As the storm approaches, I ask that all members heed the warnings of the local and state authorities. It looks like all of Louisiana will be affected. If you have any needs, please let me know how the club can help. We have a thread going on Autoxforum for this already. Members are checking in and updating their status. Friends in Gulf Coast Region have offered resources (Pensacola, Mobile, etc).
Stay Safe and Good Luck.

-Benson Young, 2008 Regional Executive, Delta Region SCCA

DELTA member and uber computer geek Brian Harper was able to get DELTA on the Omega tester list (like VHS OMEGA is better than BETA). The base of the cone will contain two key components. The first component is the sensors that calculate the rate at which the “cone zone” was impacted. It will determine whether the cone was knocked down or just moved a few inches. The sensors will then determine whether or not a penalty has been assessed. The second component is the projector. There is actually a microscopic cone inside the base encircled in mirror dust. This image is then magnified and projected up through the base. The cones will have the ability to be weighted so that cones that in a high hit area can be weighted and will be less likely to move. When a penalty has been assessed the projected cones will be enlarged and changed from ORANGE to PINK. This will allow for a quick count of penalties and well deserved humiliation for the offending driver.

In an emergency meeting, the Delta BoD voted in favor of merging with Cenla Region, 8 votes to 2. Poor financial health of both clubs was cited as the primary reason, with declining membership in post-Katrina New Orleans also playing a role. “It makes sense, because everyone is moving out of New Orleans to Baton Rouge anyway” says Communications Chair Brian Harper. Delta Regional Executive Benson Young, who fiercely opposed the motion, resigned immediately after the votes were counted. “I quit, I’m joining Gulf Coast Region” said Young. Board Member Damon Cuccia also voted against the measure, “because Benson told me to”. Cenla RE Nathan Brandom will serve as leader for both regions.

When presented about the possible backlash from Delta members, Cenla’s Chris Carver, who initiated the hostile takeover, said “I didn’t ask.”…
continue reading “Delta Board of Directors approves merger with Cenla Region, 8-to-2″

    Delta was recognized for our contribution to the Navy Marine Corp Relief Society back in November. Proceeds from the event, along with a club donation, were made to Shirley Pechon at the event. Delta Region hosts an annual charity event to benefit the NMCRS as a thank-you for use of Belle Chasse Naval Air Station during the year as a Solo site. Charitable contributions from the club were put on hold after Katrina, but a return to the site and active participation allowed Delta to resume the tradition in 2007.
continue reading "Delta Region in SportsCar Magazine March 2008"

The Delta Region has volunteered to supply workers for the Grid and Paddock areas during the Grand Bayou Charity Challenge, which benefits Unlocking Autism. We need roughly 6 people to volunteer to come out on Saturday, April 12th, and work these two areas. The main responsibility of these workers will be to ensure the safety of pedestrians in the paddock and grid areas, maintaining the real estate that has been guaranteed to certain organizations (basically, no one parks where they shouldn’t) and organizing the cars such that they are able to get to the grid on time.

continue reading "Delta Volunteers Needed for Charity Race"

The Delta Chapter of the Sports Car Club of America is looking to crown the fastest journalist in the New Orleans metro area March 8th @ Zephyrs Stadium!

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