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After the meeting, Papa Murphy's supplied samples of their pizzas etc.
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Minutes of Meeting Held October 29, 2009

1. Call to Order: President Joan Travis-Triumph opened the meeting at 9:33 a.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Thirty-seven people were present, including one guest.

2. Host/Hostess: Ed a Colette: No new or returning members.

3. Vice-President: Jim: No change in membership.

4. Secretary: Lew: Last week’s minutes were accepted as printed.

5. Treasurer: Walt: Status: Checking: $503.66; Cash: $6.35; Total: $510.01. Extraordinary expenses were two postings to the military of $81.75 and $38.60. Walt pointed out that we have to reserve $470 for the hall and band for our Christmas party.

6. Coordinators Reports:

6.1 Refreshments: Jan a Linda A.: Today’s refreshments were by Bonnie & Bob with Jorge. (If unable to help as scheduled, please let Linda A. or Jan know by Tuesday, if possible.)

6.2 Sunshine: John & Linda D. (a) Bo was present after his operation. ….. (b) Gladys mentioned that Mary J. had fallen again and had a broken wrist. Because of her existing shoulder problem it must be seen by an Orthopedist. Please call if you hear of any health issues.

6.3 Philanthropy: Betty: (a) Mailed the last three boxes to the military; she has been told that some boxes had been received already. ….. (b) The proceeds from the jar will be given $14 to the Food Bank and $14 to the schools.

6.4 Activities: Alice B.: Twenty-two went to the Caterpillar Company and had an enjoyable but bumpy trip. Their guide was very informative. Fourteen went to the casino for lunch. See the attached agenda for events in the next few weeks.

7. Group Concerns: (a) For our new members, Frank explained that we each buy a Christmas present for needy children for about $10. It can be a toy, game, book, etc. which is taken unwrapped to our Christmas party and given later to the schools; teachers arrange for their distribution. Those who do not wish to attend can take their gifts to a meeting before the party. Stores like “Big Lots” always have good bargains. Frank will be soliciting gifts from local merchants to be awarded as door prizes and the SCRCR Crafts Group will be making the table decorations. Tickets will be $19 each for members. ….. (b) Considering our low bank balance, Carol suggested that we prepay our Christmas tickets but it was pointed out that we will have income from 2010 dues in December. ….. (c) Magda thought it would be a good idea to have a day of remembrance at our last meeting in 2009. She would bring the albums down for that day. No action was taken. ….. (d) JoAnne said that she would bring a box down for cards a few meetings before Christmas and they could be distributed during the last couple of weeks. She also said that their first hike of the season, would be to Tucson Mountains Park and the adobe house. ….. (e) Alice thanked John Lambert for suggesting the Caterpillar trip. Lew asked that photos be sent to him by e-mail and he would post them in the SCRCR web site. ….. (f) Sandy told us about the handicapped children’s efforts. She has lots of rice and beans and needs plastic knives, forks and spoons, etc. She got cooking mixes. ….. (g) John L. thanked the SCRCR election committee members. ….. (h) Nominations for 2010 were: President Jim Alam; Host & Hostess Bob and Bonnie Vantrepotte; Vice-President Frank Triumph; Secretary Jeanne Lemieux; Treasurer Walt Ross; Refreshments Linda Alam & Jorge Anda; Historian Magda Quiros; Philanthropy Betty Bolin; Activities Alice Behnke.

8. Adjournment: 10:12 a.m. Pizza sample were provided by Papa Murphy after the meeting.

Minutes of Meeting Held October 22, 2009

Example of a get well Basket.

1. Call to Order: President Joan Travis-Triumph opened the meeting at 9:30 AM. Forty-five people were estimated to be present, including five guests. She introduced Josh, Assistant Manager of the new management committee who spoke a few welcoming words on behalf of HOA Management. He ex pressed interest in joining our hiking group. Joan also introduced the guests referred to in 7(a) below.

2. Host/Hostess: Ed a Colette: No new or returning members.

3. Vice-President: Jim: No change in membership.

4. Secretary: Lew: Last week’s minutes were accepted as printed.

5. Treasurer: Walt: Status: Checking: $601.45; Cash: $6.35; Total: $632.80. (No change.)

6. Coordinators Reports:

6.1 Refreshments: Jan a Linda A.: Today’s refreshments were by Magda & Armando with Alice B. (If unable to help as scheduled, please let Linda A. or Jan know byTuesday, if possible.)

6.2 Sunshine: John a Linda D. Bo was in hospital recovering from minor surgery. Please call if you hear of any health issues.

6.3 Philanthropy: Betty: Mailed eleven boxes to the military overseas; she has three more to go.

6.4 Activities: Alice B.: The Steak Out dinner trip was canceled through lack of interest. See the attached agenda for events in the next few weeks.

7. Group Concerns: (a) Joan T. introduced Dave Cobble from Sunflower who was here on behalf of Com munity Emergency a Response Teams (CERT). Dave proceeded to introduce three members of his team and he expounded, sometimes quite humorously, on the aims and experiences of CERT. Some of his highlights were: Sunflower chapter is looking for more assistance for their CERT group; he passed out a sign-up sheet. The group meets in the Fire Hall from 6:00 to 7:30 each second Wednesday of the month. One of their activities is changing batteries in smoke alarms for senior citizens and he gave a phone number to call i.e. 887-1010; it was pointed out that the Firemenalso do that. “File of Life” pamphlets were handed out for attaching to home refrigerators. These, when filled out, provide all the pertinent information that emergency people need to know if a person is unable to speak. Dave em phasized placing it on the outside of the refrigerator, but Lew said that a Fireman had told him to place his inside, because that is one place where it would probably survive if there was a bad fire in a house. Margaret announced that there was a Casino bus trip scheduled for Nov-19 and they usually have a few empty seats; if interested, sign up at the Sunflower entrance desk. Since Dave’s speech consumed much time, the meeting continued at a faster pace. …..(b) Frank briefly explained our policy on toys for children - to be discussed in greater detail later. ….. (c) Ed told us of having a good meal at New Town Buffet, which opened beside Cracker Barrel. …..(d) The nomi nation committee still needs names for Vice President, Secretary and Kitchen. ….. (e) Edna corrected an item in Upcoming Events on the agenda; you cannot vote at the HOA 7:00 meeting on Oct-28 be cause 4:00 PM is the deadline. ….. (f) Linda D. said that there would be a short get-together after the meeting, regarding their first hike of the season. ….. (f) Jim suggested e-mailing Sandy with informa tion on the subject of providing help for her school project so that there can be some kind of coordina tion. It was remarked that any surplus of rice, beans, etc. collected for the school could be donated to the Food Bank.

8. Adjournment: 10:18 AM.

WHITE CANE DAY

Minutes of Meeting Held October 15, 2009

1. Call to Order: President Joan Travis-Triumph opened the meeting at 9:30 AM. Thirty-nine members were present.

2. Host/Hostess: Ed & Colette: Colette was glad to see all the vacationers coming back. Our club founder, Janet was welcomed back, as were Mary Jensen and her daughter.

3. Vice-President: Jim: We have seventy paid-up members. He read a comical treatise on ageing.

4. Secretary: Lew: Last week’s minutes were accepted as amended; item 6.1 should have read that Bo and Betty provided last week’s refreshments with Kay.

5. Treasurer: Walt: Status: Checking: $601.45; Cash: $6.35; Total: $632.80. (Expenses included $30 for cake, $60.45 for supplies, and $10 for a new coffee pot. A donation of $25 was also received.)

6. Coordinators Reports:

6.1 Refreshments: Jan & Linda A.: Today’s refreshments were by Joanne & Walt with Don O. (If unable to help as scheduled, please let Linda A. or Jan know by Tuesday, if possible.)

6.2 Sunshine: John & Linda D. (a) Carol has had both eyes done and has recovered nicely. ….. (b) Vi reported that, contrary to her not feeling very well, she enjoyed a trip to the casino! ….. (c) Lynn was absent with a bad cold. Please call if you hear of any health issues.

6.3 Philanthropy: Betty: We will be packing for the military after the meeting. She asked once again for addresses, only having four at present. (P.S. After the meeting, fourteen boxes were packed, including repacking a returned box. That one was from a grandson of Lew and Agnes who had been based in Kuwait and, although it had been marked “Chaplain distribute if not delivered”, it had not been opened.)

6.4 Activities: Alice B.: Absent. See the attached agenda for events in the next few weeks.

7. Group Concerns: (a) Joan reiterated her request for volunteers for an election committee to elect SCRCR officers for the 2010 year. Having served for the last three years, she and Lew want a break. She shall chair the group; Alice, Jorge, and Linda D. form the committee. ….. (b) We were reminded that, on Oct-29, the owner of Papa Murphy’s Pizza (Tony) is going to present us with another pizza-sampling at no cost, although any donations will go to Road Runner School. Lynn had suggested that we pass a basket around. ….. (c) John Lambert told us about some of the problems left by the former management company and introduced the new manager Dale De Men. John and Dale mentioned that they would be looking for volunteers to sort the files – a big job. They were assured that SCRCR would provide adequate help and that was received with thanks. When he was asked about the construction on Twin Peaks at Safeway and Walgreen’s, John remarked that they were probably traffic lights in preparation for the increase in traffic when the Twin Peaks Road extension is completed. ….. (d) Sandy proposed that we help a class of special needs children that she attends in school. Gladys suggested that Sandy give a more detailed list of what is desired and JoAnne remarked that Halloween would be a good time to present them with the supplies. A motion was passed unanimously. ….. (e) Janet reminded us that today (Oct 15) is White Cane Day and explained its derivation. She told us the aims of her blind persons group and handed out some tri-fold pamphlets. ….. (f) Bo repeated some of the information regarding water pressure regulators. His was replaced and they now have about 50 PSI in the house. He also mentioned that if you are tired of picking up pods, a variety called Chilean Mesquite has none.

8. Adjournment: 10:12 AM.

Minutes of Meeting Held October 8, 2009

Minutes of Meeting Held October 8, 2009

1. Call to Order: President Joan Travis-Triumph opened the meeting at 9:30 AM. Thirty-three members were present. Joan read a letter of thanks from Carol and continued with one from her self. A lot happened to her in the last three weeks, including the death of her father and the birth of a great-grandchild. She was impressed with the care given by Odyssey Hospice to her father in the last few days of his life.

2. Host/Hostess: Ed & Colette: Frank and Joan were welcomed back.

3. Vice-President: Jim: None of the SCRCR brochures in the Windmill office has been taken in the last few weeks. Jim read a poem received from Alice.

4. Secretary: Lew: Last week’s minutes were accepted as written.

5. Treasurer: Walt: Absent. Status (no change): Checking: 701.86; Cash: 16.35; Total: 718.21. (No extra-ordinary expenses were incurred in the past week.)

6. Coordinators Reports:

6.1 Refreshments: Jan & Linda A.: Today’s refreshments were by Bob and Bonnie with Kay. If unable to help as scheduled, please let Linda A. or Jan know by Tuesday, if possible.)

6.2 Sunshine: John & Linda D. (a) Carol is recovering from eye surgery and will be having her other eye done soon. ….. (b) Vi was reported as not feeling very well. ….. Please call if you hear of any health issues.

6.3 Philanthropy: Betty: (a) Collection for overseas service personnel continues, along with coupons and books. We will be packing for the military on 15-Oct. She asked once again for addresses; she only has one at present. She sent some coupons.

6.4 Activities: Alice B.: Mentioned that twenty-two had signed up for the Caterpillar trip and reminded any others to sign up if they want to go. The $100 charge for it will be split equally among the participants. She also has booked for the Christmas play on Dec-1. See the attached agenda for events in the next few weeks.

7. Old and/or New Business: Joan asked for volunteers for an election committee to elect SCRCR officers for the 2010 year. She shall chair the group; Alice, Jorge, and Linda volunteered.

8. Good of the Group: (a) Joan T. read a humorous article about a senior citizen’s “Time of her Life”. ….. (b) We were reminded of an upcoming Fall Festival in Marana on 24-Oct. at which there will be farmers’ booths, pie baking contest, mesquite pod grinding (collect and bring them), children’s games, and the usual country fair events. See details in the local papers. ….. (c) On Oct-29, the owner of Papa Murphy’s Pizza (Tony), is going to present us with another pizza-sampling at no cost, although any donations will go to Road Runner school. Lynn suggested that we pass a basket around. ….. (d) Edna pointed out a correction to the current agenda. The HOA annual meeting will take place in Twin Peaks school on Oct. 28 at 7:00 PM (not at the center). ….. (e) Dennis announced a concert at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church which will include the Grand Canyon Suite. Price is $20.

9. Adjournment: 9:55 AM.

Minutes of Meeting Held October 1, 2009

Minutes of Meeting Held October 1, 2009

1. Call to Order: President Joan Travis-Triumph: In Joan’s absence, Jim opened the meeting at 9:30 AM. Thirty-three members were present. Jim asked for a moment of silence for Ed Altmann.

2. Host/Hostess: Ed & Colette: Absent. Jim and Linda were welcomed back.

3. Vice-President: Jim: Jim told some jokes.

4. Secretary: Lew: Last week’s minutes were accepted as written.

5. Treasurer: Walt: Absent. Status: Checking: 701.86; Cash: 16.35; Total: 718.21. (Extra-ordinary expenses incurred in the past week included memorial checks to Carol and Joan T.)

6. Coordinators Reports:

6.1 Refreshments: Jan & Linda A.: Today’s refreshments were by Sandy and Tony with Lynn. Those on 8-October will be by Betty & Bo with Kay; also there will be birthday cake for the October celebrants. If unable to help as scheduled, please let Linda A. or Jan know by Tuesday, if possible.)

6.2 Sunshine: John & Linda D. No report. Please call if you hear of any health issues.

6.3 Philanthropy: Betty: (a) Took 38 pounds to the Food Bank. ….. (b) She reminded us of the book sale at “A Lot of Storage” on Saturday starting at 9:00 AM. If you feel like helping the arrangement of books, go there between 3:00 and 6:00 on Friday. ….. (c) Collection for overseas service personnel continues, along with coupons, and books. We will be packing for the military on 15-Oct. Give her addresses to which she can send the parcels.

6.4 Activities: Alice B.: Alice has the tickets for Gaslight Theater. She mentioned the Caterpillar trip display on the table and requested people to sign up for the trip. The $100 charge for it will be split equally among the participants. See the attached agenda for events in the next few weeks.

7. Old and/or New Business:

8. Good of the Group: (a) JoAnne said that it was decided to acquire another plaque of the same size when needed. Costs for a larger one, including repositioning the current notices, were too high. There were no objections. ….. (b) Suzanne highly recommended a carpet cleaning service called Aladdin. ….. (d) Lew told of bad customer relations of a local Garage and Door service when their big door spring broke: The company promised to be there between 10:00 and 12:00 but never showed up and no one called to say they were not coming. Phone calls to them said “mailbox full, leave number, we will call” – they never did. He called a competitor (Precision Garage) and they fixed it within two hours. Lew advised the BBB and they contacted the delinquent company, but there was still no response after two weeks. Incidentally, FYI: Most garages have only one large spring and when it breaks you cannot lift a heavy 2-car garage door. It was recommended that two smaller springs be installed instead and that was done. Now, if one breaks, the door can still be lifted. ….. (e) Gladys mentioned that the local bus service has new codes. ….. (f) John L. said that the new company, HOA Management Solutions, was now in action. He also emphasized that the CC&R’s say No Parking; that means no exceptions whatsoever and, if applied literally, even means that service trucks are disallowed!

9. Adjournment: 9:58 AM.