Presidents' Day Meet '09, Afterthoughts and Pics...
02-17-09 | 08:50 PM
#199
Nicely put Philip!
This meet was a good turn around in CL'ers that showed up and came down to meet each other, although unfortunate that it got broken up so early. We all spread out but we kept the spirit of the meet and hung out at different locations. It was nice seeing old faces and talking to new ones. I don't live as close as a lot of the CL'ers that meet close to the OC area often but I try to make it and hang out with my fellow CL friends. My little brother liked all the cars and he was really impressed by the VIP flat black GS
he thought it was really cool. He said it was nice meeting you guys and thank you guys for being one welcoming bunch. I had a good time. 
This meet was a good turn around in CL'ers that showed up and came down to meet each other, although unfortunate that it got broken up so early. We all spread out but we kept the spirit of the meet and hung out at different locations. It was nice seeing old faces and talking to new ones. I don't live as close as a lot of the CL'ers that meet close to the OC area often but I try to make it and hang out with my fellow CL friends. My little brother liked all the cars and he was really impressed by the VIP flat black GS
he thought it was really cool. He said it was nice meeting you guys and thank you guys for being one welcoming bunch. I had a good time.
02-18-09 | 12:04 AM
#203
Northern California Regional Officer
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My input:
First and foremost, I thank all of you who have supported this little online community we like to call ClubLexus of Southern California. I truly enjoy your company, and your efforts in making meets like this interesting and memorable.
Second, I do have to admit that I did not know that Medieval Times had a permit for the lot that day. Had I known, I would have chosen a second location in mind. I had never had any problems with this location before in the past, and now that we are all aware of the fact, we shall enjoy our meets at another location for future Presidents' Day Meets. I love to patronize Po' Folks and Starbucks, and I hope that you also continue to use their businesses.
Third, since Medieval Times did have a permit, I respect their authority over the lot. However, I am extremely disappointed with the disrespectful behavior and attitude of the Manager that presented herself to our meet. Her actions have tainted any good light that I have for Medieval Times, and unfortunately, their business will suffer due to the dozens of CL members she alone disrespected. She did her job as a manager, but she did not do her job in customer service. She could have simply asked us to leave, but instead, she disrespectfully used brute force without any warning. For this, I hope she realizes that Medieval Times lost dozens of potential customers from our meet, and will share this incident with all those that ask us about their unsavory business.
Fourth, to all those who were parted from the original meet, I hope that you enjoyed the company of other CL members that continued to make the day a pleasant one. I myself enjoyed the meet until the late hours of the night, spending time with CL members in various locations and activities. I hope you all had a fun day, even after the fiasco.
In conclusion, I wish all of you peace of mind that our future meets will be bigger and better. We as a community need to work together to find the best places to meet; know the right people to invite; and make the most out of what we've got, which is the company and enjoyment of each other, as well as the passion and artistry of our beloved rides and toys.
Cheers!
First and foremost, I thank all of you who have supported this little online community we like to call ClubLexus of Southern California. I truly enjoy your company, and your efforts in making meets like this interesting and memorable.
Second, I do have to admit that I did not know that Medieval Times had a permit for the lot that day. Had I known, I would have chosen a second location in mind. I had never had any problems with this location before in the past, and now that we are all aware of the fact, we shall enjoy our meets at another location for future Presidents' Day Meets. I love to patronize Po' Folks and Starbucks, and I hope that you also continue to use their businesses.
Third, since Medieval Times did have a permit, I respect their authority over the lot. However, I am extremely disappointed with the disrespectful behavior and attitude of the Manager that presented herself to our meet. Her actions have tainted any good light that I have for Medieval Times, and unfortunately, their business will suffer due to the dozens of CL members she alone disrespected. She did her job as a manager, but she did not do her job in customer service. She could have simply asked us to leave, but instead, she disrespectfully used brute force without any warning. For this, I hope she realizes that Medieval Times lost dozens of potential customers from our meet, and will share this incident with all those that ask us about their unsavory business.
Fourth, to all those who were parted from the original meet, I hope that you enjoyed the company of other CL members that continued to make the day a pleasant one. I myself enjoyed the meet until the late hours of the night, spending time with CL members in various locations and activities. I hope you all had a fun day, even after the fiasco.
In conclusion, I wish all of you peace of mind that our future meets will be bigger and better. We as a community need to work together to find the best places to meet; know the right people to invite; and make the most out of what we've got, which is the company and enjoyment of each other, as well as the passion and artistry of our beloved rides and toys.
Cheers!
Philip,
I couldn't make it down this year, but things turned out for the best. If I made the 400 mile trip and saw happened I wudda been pissed, though I would of still had a good time with you and others anyway.
I'll mark my calendar next year.
02-18-09 | 11:39 AM
#204
My input:
Second, I do have to admit that I did not know that Medieval Times had a permit for the lot that day. Had I known, I would have chosen a second location in mind.
Third, since Medieval Times did have a permit, I respect their authority over the lot. However, I am extremely disappointed with the disrespectful behavior and attitude of the Manager that presented herself to our meet. Her actions have tainted any good light that I have for Medieval Times, and unfortunately, their business will suffer due to the dozens of CL members she alone disrespected. She did her job as a manager, but she did not do her job in customer service. She could have simply asked us to leave, but instead, she disrespectfully used brute force without any warning. For this, I hope she realizes that Medieval Times lost dozens of potential customers from our meet, and will share this incident with all those that ask us about their unsavory business.
Second, I do have to admit that I did not know that Medieval Times had a permit for the lot that day. Had I known, I would have chosen a second location in mind.
Third, since Medieval Times did have a permit, I respect their authority over the lot. However, I am extremely disappointed with the disrespectful behavior and attitude of the Manager that presented herself to our meet. Her actions have tainted any good light that I have for Medieval Times, and unfortunately, their business will suffer due to the dozens of CL members she alone disrespected. She did her job as a manager, but she did not do her job in customer service. She could have simply asked us to leave, but instead, she disrespectfully used brute force without any warning. For this, I hope she realizes that Medieval Times lost dozens of potential customers from our meet, and will share this incident with all those that ask us about their unsavory business.
Just click and paste when complaining to Medieval Times.
I did have the intention of going there someday but the Peanut lady totally ruined it.
Other than that, looks like another huge turnout.
Lots of good pics everyone
02-18-09 | 02:48 PM
#208
I was one of the 1st one's there. Started off great. Went to grub a Po Folks. Came out a little over an hour later. Lot was empty besides 5 Lexus' (all guys eating btw) all with tickets. There were mutliple other cars (some parked right next to Lexus' W/OUT tickets).
20 dollar ticket for parking on a publicly owned premise. WTF?
20 dollar ticket for parking on a publicly owned premise. WTF?
02-18-09 | 03:27 PM
#209
I was one of the 1st one's there. Started off great. Went to grub a Po Folks. Came out a little over an hour later. Lot was empty besides 5 Lexus' (all guys eating btw) all with tickets. There were mutliple other cars (some parked right next to Lexus' W/OUT tickets).
20 dollar ticket for parking on a publicly owned premise. WTF?
20 dollar ticket for parking on a publicly owned premise. WTF?
02-18-09 | 05:15 PM
#210
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 882
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From: ca
sucks to hear it got shut down early. but for a meeting spot there is always the Buena park mall. Hot rodders usually have their car shows there. but behind the walmart/krikorian theatres there is alot of empty parking, drive way isnt very steep. and there is an Asian buffet there that everyone could go to. just my input for a spot if there decides to be a change in venue