Minutes of Meeting for February 9, 2017
1. Call to Order: Unfortunately Bill E. was not feeling well today so we had a “Guest President” Iles W., was kind enough to fill in for Bill. Iles did a great job as always and began the meeting at 9:30 am with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by us all singing God Bless America. Iles told a couple of really cute jokes and we were off.
2. Hostesses: Susan D. and Barbara L. Barb said we had 46 in attendance today and we are welcoming a newcomer Linda who will be joining us this week. Welcome Linda! Sad to say that we are losing one member though. Due to failing eyesight and not being able to drive anymore, Billy D. is leaving us and moving out to Davis-Monthan. In that regard, Billy talked to me after the meeting and he has a huge problem. Billy has 4 little dogs but can only take 2 with him. He has a pair of 2-year-old female Chihuahuas that are both spayed and have their shots that he needs to find a good home for. Anyone who is interested or who knows of anyone who would be, please call Billy or me and I’ll hook you up with him. This is a very sad situation that unfortunately happens all too often and the poor doggies or kitties don’t have a clue as to what is going on and where their “person” is. Please put on your thinking caps and let us know if you have someone who would be angels for these 2 little girls. Thanks so very much.
3. Vice-President: Debbi S.: Debbi reports but we have a total of 120 members and reminded us that for those without computers, there were printed rosters, birthday lists, etc., on the bar. Thanks for doing that Deb! J
4. Secretary: Kristi G.: The minutes for February 2, 2017 were approved and accepted.
5. Treasurer: Walt R.: Walt reported that we have a balance of $2,353.01. Walt says there are still 21 members who have not yet paid their dues. Please people get that in to Walt ASAP. He is accepting checks for dues which is $24.00 for the entire year! $2 bucks a month for all this fun and wonderful company! You can mail them if you prefer to Walt at 8914 N. Veridian Drive, Tucson 85743.
Dues must be paid by the end of February, 2017 or you will be removed from the roster.
6. Coordinators’ Reports:
a. Sunshine: Dorie Z.: Tressie and Cheryl still progressing well and driving again. Our dear June S., is still recuperating at home - please keep sending prayers her way but please don’t call, just send cards. It’s hard for June to talk as she runs short on air.
b. Historian: Magda Q.: Magda told of 17 years ago and how a small group of 14 – 16 took a small bus provided by Casino del Sol and had a wonderful time there. She told of how happy and carefree and all the laughter on the bus going to the casino and, unfortunately, the dead silence on the way home. We can all identify with that! The casino stopped the bus after about a year and then the mighty few forged ahead and carpooled to the casino determined to win their fortune. They then took a bus up to Laughlin and spent a couple of nights of there and had a great time. This too stopped
after a while. So…….after a show of hands, we are going to look into going gambling once again. More to follow on that.
c. Busybody: Barbara J.: No Barb so no report.
d. Philanthropy: John Z. No report.
e. Hiking: Craig S. said they had a very hard hike at (I think he said) Tank Top trail, most did not make it to the top. He isn’t sure yet where next week’s hike will take place. Remember they hike every Wednesday morning and meet at 8:20 at the east end of the “Walgreen” parking lot at Twin Peaks and Coachline.
f. Activities: Pam M.: See activities list below.
7. Group Concerns/Good of the Group:
* Please check the Town of Marana website for information on the Ina Road closing, detours, etc.
* Magda told of one of our members Joan Marchese who was quite ill over the years fighting cancer but fight she did until she passed on this past Friday into our Loving Father’s arms. Magda told of a very brave woman who never gave up but finally the Good Lord needed her and she went on to her reward. Please keep her and her family in our thoughts and prayers.
8. Thought of the Day: Dorie Z. gave us a great ending thought.
9. Adjournment: Iles W.: Iles told a closing joke and adjourned the meeting at 10:23 AM.
