Note: the picture at the right of our officers was taken at an earlier meeting.1 Call to Order: President Jim Alam called the meeting to order @ 9:30AM., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Jim had a few jokes for us and then he informed the group that he would be absent next week.
2 Host/Hostess: Bonnie welcomed Carol Altmann back from her Alaskan Cruise! Molly Joseph and Dolores Hardoin were welcomed as new members.
3 Vice-President: Frank reported that we now have 75 members.
4 Secretary: Jeanne: The minutes were accepted and approved. 33 members were present today. Please notify Jeanne if there are any changes to the agenda.
5 Treasurer: Walt stated that our current total in the treasury is $580.48
6 Coordinators’ Reports:
6.1 Refreshments: Jorge and Linda A.: Refreshments this week were provided by Jim, Linda and Edna. Next week refreshments will be provided by Barbara H. and Lynn L. We will also have the red, white and blue potluck next week.
6.2 Sunshine: Linda D.: Richard L. is now at Life Care Center and is doing better. He is undergoing therapy but he can now have visitors. The address for Richard Lebowitz is: Life Care Center, 6211 N. LaCholla Blvd., Rm 2105. Tucson AZ 85741.
6.3 Historian: Magda: absent.
6.4 Philanthropy: Betty reported that 40# of food and a check for $20.00 went to the Food Bank. Coupons were mailed.
6.5 Busybody: Gladys thanked everyone who has given her notices of their absences. She will be gone next week and Edna will cover in her place. Edna can be reached at 579-7951.
6.6 Activities: Alice wanted the group to be aware of another scam being used by gang members in which a baby seat is placed in the road and disguised to look as if it contains an infant. If anyone comes across something like this, do not stop – call 911! Potluck is next week and the HOA Management team has been invited. Please check agenda for upcoming events.
7 Group Concerns: a.) Jim told us that the Rincon Institute will be here on July 22nd to give a 10-15 minute presentation re their program. They would like to know in advance if we have any specific concerns. JoAnn wondered about a trail being established to the top of Sombrero Peak. Jim mentioned that they may be needing assistance with the saguaro inventory which takes place every 10 years at the Saguaro National Park.
b.) Jim also needs to let Gwin Shoemaker (the Yoga instructor) know if there is any interest in those classes – a tentative date of June 28th @ 11:00 AM has been arranged. Gwin can be reached at 445-5363. c.) The YMCA classes just started on Tuesday, June 22nd and Sandy has subsequently notified us that they have already been cancelled for lack of interest.
d.) Joan T. updated us on the solid waste landfill situation, which doesn’t sound good at this point, but she says that there are a lot of things in the works. Petitions will be available to sign at the library on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
e.) JoAnn gave a rundown of the free events going on at Crossroads Park. Check the Explorer or give JoAnn a call if you have any interests or concerns.
f.) Alice stated that the Father’s Day Brunch was a great success.
g.) Carol enjoyed her Alaskan Cruise and after she sees a few more places that she has in mind, would consider going back again!
8 Adjournment: Jim adjourned the meeting @ 10:15
