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.19th 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.
