Minutes of Meeting of January 28, 2016

Minutes of Meeting of January 28, 2016

1. Call to Order: Larry called the meeting to order @ 9:30 in Iles’ absence and we did the Pledge. Larry thanked us all again for his well deserved plaque.

2. Hostesses: Barb and Susan welcomed back a few folks we hadn’t seen in awhile and those new folks that were introduced last week indeed have become new members J

3. Vice-President:Larry reports we now have 114 members with 55 in attendance today.

4. Secretary: Minutes approved and accepted.

5. Treasurer: Carol reports our balance is $834.00. Dues are due now.

6. Coordinators Reports

a. Refreshments: Coffee is $2.00 with free refills and pastries are $1.00 each.

b. Sunshine: Sandy read a thank you card received from Kay Peptis’ family, also that Joan Travis Triumph is recuperating from a broken hip and doing well. Don O. seems to be doing OK.

c. Historian: Magda received a whole great big bunch of tabs and thanked everyone. They really do help the Ronald McDonald House and you can go on-line to their web-site and it will tell you exactly what is done with them and how much they contribute to helping folks.

d. Philanthropy: Jim took over about 154 pounds of citrus to the food bank and they were very happy to get that. They are happy for any citrus you can bring them.

e. Busybody: Nothing new to report.

f. Activities: See list below of upcoming events. If there is something you want put on the agenda, please see Rose. Rose gave the floor to Barb L. to explain about the upcoming visit to the University’s hydroponic gardens.

7. Group Concerns/Good of the Group: Cheryl W. advised that her church packed up and shipped over 230,000 pounds of food for the Feed the Hungry drive. They surpassed their goal! Good job!!!

8. Thought for the Day: Sandy had a great thought for the day and a cute joke.

9. Adjournment: Larry adjourned the meeting at 10:05 AM.

Minutes of Meeting of January 21, 2016

Minutes of Meeting of January 21, 2016

1. Call to Order: Iles opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance @ 9:30am, followed by some good jokes.

2. Host/Hostess: Barb L. and Susan D: Welcomed members who we hadn’t seen for a while and introduced some new visitors that we always hope will become new members.

3. Vice-President: Larry L.: We have 112 members and 67 members attended today.

4. Secretary: Kristi G.: Minutes of last week were approved and accepted.

5. Treasurer: Carol A.: Balance in treasury is $934.00. Dues are due now.

6. Coordinators’ Reports:

a. Refreshments: Coffee is now $2.00 with free refills and pastries are 1.00 each.

b. Sunshine: Alice K. and Sandy P.: Joan Boch is back and everyone is so happy to see her doing so well. John Zimmerman had some surgery but is doing fine now. Unfortunately Joan Marquesa’s dementia is progressing.

7. Historian: Magda: No new report, but thanked everyone for bringing in the metal tabs from cans for the Ronald McDonald House.

8. Philanthropy: John Z.: John Z absent. Jim A. reported that they took $73.00, 12 pounds of food and 118 pounds of citrus to the food bank. The food bank welcomes any citrus you may have to donate.

9. Busybody: Elaine H.: Nothing new to report.

10. Activities: Rose M.: See agenda. a.) Jim A. reported the group hiked at the Sweetwater Preserve on Wednesday along with other hikers. b.) Rose gave the floor to Barb who explained about the upcoming visit to the University’s hydroponic gardens.

11. Group Concerns/Good of the Group: a.) Cheryl W. announced that her church was helping with Feed the Children. A $50.00 donation will feed some folks for 7 months. Dorothy made a motion for the group to buy 2 boxes ($100.00) and the motion was carried. b.) Jim A. reminded us of the upcoming Fraud Seminar to be held on January 30th. This will be held at the Marana Police Department 11555 West Civic Center Drive.

12. Thought of the Day: Sandy P.: Sandy had a couple of good thoughts.

13. Adjournment: Iles adjourned the meeting was adjourned around 10:30ish.

Minutes of Meeting of January 14, 2016

Minutes of Meeting of January 14, 2016

1. Call to Order: Jim Alam graciously opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance @ 9:30am, followed by Jim introducing the new committee members and board members for 2016. Our returning President Iles then began the meeting by having Walt R. read a thank you note from the Marana Unified School District which was the recipient of our collected toys and gift cards. Iles then introduced all the folks with January birthdays.

2. Host/Hostess: Barb L. and Susan D: Welcomed members who we hadn’t seen for a while and introduced Bea’s sister-in-law Fay who is visiting with Bea for a few weeks. Susan also announced that she has new group books and/or pages available for anyone who needs one.

3. Vice-President: Larry L.: We have 112 members and 54 members attended today. Larry also announced that if you would like to contact Suzanne L’Heureux, it needs to be done through her son Benoit. Larry has his information.

4. Secretary: Kristi G.: Minutes of last week were approved and accepted.

5. Treasurer: Carol A.: Balance in treasury is $971.00. Carol wrote a check to Kay P.’s family for $100.00. She also reported that as a group, for the year 2015, we donated $1,329.00 and 576 pounds of food to Marana Food Bank.

6. Coordinators’ Reports:

a. Refreshments: Coffee is now $2.00 with free refills and pastries are 1.00 each.

b. Sunshine: Alice R.: Don O. has been moved into the Mountain View Nursing Home, Room 1209. His phone number as listed in the roster should be in service at the nursing home. Paul B. reported that Joan is doing very well and credits their cardiologist Dr. Rahm at Carondolet as being key in that recuperation.

7. Historian: Magda: No new report, but thanked everyone for bringing in the metal tabs from cans for the Ronald McDonald House.

8. Philanthropy: John Z.: John reports that the food bank can use any of the fruit you may have left over.

9. Busybody: Elaine H.: Please inform Elaine when and if you are leaving town and if so, how to reach you. Elaine assured everyone that she would keep this information confidential.

10. Activities: Rose M.: See agenda. a.) Jim A. reported the group hiked at Picture Rocks on Wednesday along with other hikers. b.) Rose gave the floor to Barb who explained about the upcoming visit to the University’s hydroponic gardens.

11. Group Concerns/Good of the Group: a.) Iles brought up that there is a travel group from Sunflower and that they have some seat available for a “Mystery Trip” from March 5 thru 7. The cost is $525.00 per couple; $400.00 for a single. If you are interested call Dave at 847. 541.7550. b.) Gladys said that Julie S. will be collecting the fronts only of greeting cards now for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. c.) Paul B. announced that this Saturday at the Vision Church at 7511 N. Benet, for $10.00 you can pick out 16 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables. d. Rich R. brought in the football square cards for the Super Bowl on February 7th. It is $1.00 a square and you don’t have to know anything about football to win. It’s random and it’s fun. E. Jorge brought in business cards from his son Alex and is making arrangements through Rose to have Alex come and speak to us. Alex has taken veterinary courses and will be happy to help us with our “critters”. It is nice to know there is someone in the “neighborhood” that can help us with our animals.

12. Thought of the Day: Sandy P.: Sandy was absent and Iles closed the meeting with a joke.

13. Adjournment: Meeting was adjourned around 10:30ish.

Minutes of Meeting of Jan. 7, 2016

Minutes of Meeting of Jan. 7, 2016

1.       Call to Order:   Iles was absent today and Larry L. conducted the meeting. a.) After the Pledge of Allegiance, Larry introduced a speaker: Dr. Joseph Vaglio who is a specialist in Cardiac Electrophysiology. He gave a very informative presentation focusing primarily on atrial fibrillation and strokes. b.) Jokes told by Jim A. and Richard R. followed.

2.       Host/Hostess:  Barb L. and Susan D.: Barb and Susan welcomed back those who have been gone for a while and wished everyone a happy and healthy New Year.

1.       Vice-President:  Larry L.:  112 members and 53 attended today. A new roster will be coming out at the end of this month.

2.       Secretary:  Jeanne L.: Minutes of last week were approved and accepted.

3.       Treasurer:  Carol: The total in the treasury is currently $971.00.  Copies of the annual report are available for those interested.

4.       Coordinators’ Reports:

a.       Refreshments:   Coffee is now $2.00 with free refills and pastries are 1.00 each.

b.      Sunshine:  Sandy P.: a.) Kay P. passed away on Dec.19^th due to a stroke. Since Sandy will be on the Sunshine committee, please contact her with member information about illnesses, deaths, etc. b.) June S. has not been able to reach Don O. and she will try contacting Don’s son for information.

5.       Historian:  Magda: No new report, however Magda thanked Larry for pictures of SCRCR events and also thanked those who have donated tab tops.

6.       Philanthropy: John Z. and Mike T.(absent): John reported that prior to Christmas, he took 33# of food and $281.00 to the Food Bank.

7.       Busybody: Gladys: a.) Elaine H. will be taking over this committee this year and she has requested that people call her with information about their departures from the area for any length of time. b.)Gladys would also like someone to volunteer with collection of card pictures and toiletries for donations.

8.       Activities: Rose M.: See agenda. a.) Rose would like anyone interested in helping out with the activities committee to contact her. Also, if anyone has suggestions for activities, please contact Rose or Colleen T. b.) Richard R. announced that a football pool will be available for the Super Bowl game.

9.       Group Concerns/Good of the Group: a.)Larry reminded us that birthday celebrations will occur next week. Also installation of new officers will take place next week. b.) Craig S. has business cards available for his handyman repair business. c.)June S. requested that anyone interested in a small dog as a pet to contact her. Two dogs need homes (a Lhasa Apso and a Pomeranian) as their owners can no longer care for them due to illness. d.) Joyce G. has a lot of information primarily from Pima Council on Aging regarding services and benefits available. She will send e-mails but she can also be contacted with any questions. For information on Senior Olympics, check this website: tucsonseniorgames.org. e.) Val R. will be available to take photos of new members next week. f.) Magda mentioned the housing available for homeless Vets and the need for donations. g.) Cheryl W. has a 15 Year old grandson who is suffering from serious illness – prayers would be appreciated. h.) Jim A. mentioned that the Food Bank can use citrus fruits.

10.   Thought of the Day:  Sandy P.:  Sandy presented a couple of very good thoughts for the day.

11.   Adjournment: Meeting was adjourned at 10:48am.