Minutes of Meeting of Dec. 9, 2010

Call to Order: Jim opened the meeting at 9:30 AM with the Pledge of Allegiance. He read a thank you note from Colette and in it she says that she and Ed are planning to be at the SCRCR Christmas Party on Dec. 15th.
2. Host/Hostess: Bonnie and Bob: Bonnie welcomed back Betty, Donna, Molly and Janet. Bonnie informed us that we have acquired 18 new members this year.
3. Vice-President: Frank: Remember that the Christmas Party is this Wednesday. If anyone would still like to go, there are tickets available. Don and Vi are unable to attend and they have tickets as well.
4. Secretary: Jeanne: The minutes were approved and accepted. 46 members were present today.
5. Treasurer: Walt: The total in our treasury at present is $1144.34.
6. Coordinators’ Reports:
a) Refreshments: Jorge and Linda A.: Refreshments this week were provided by John and Nancy and Margie W. Jorge thanked Linda A. and the group for assisting with refreshments over the past year.
b) Sunshine: Linda D: Colette D. is looking great. She is at home now. Barbara H. is improving but she remains very tired. Phone calls would be preferred over visits at this time.
c) Historian: Magda: No new reports.
d) Philanthropy: Betty: Betty has returned from vacation in Hawaii and she wanted to thank Linda A. for handling things in her absence. 40# of food and $23.00 cash went to the Food Bank this week. We received a written thank you for coupons. Janet K. wanted to encourage everyone to continue to donate eyeglasses especially, since they are put to good use.
e) Busybody: Gladys: No new reports.
7. Activities: Alice: No new reports. Alice wanted to thank the group and her committee members for their assistance this past year: Lynn, Barbara H. and Jeanne.
8. Group Concerns: a.) JoAnn reported on the hike in Catalina State Park. 9 people hiked 5.2 miles.
JoAnn also brought some flyers for the Marana Operations Center at 5100 W. Ina Rd, because this will be the site for future activities such as Tuesday line dancing @ 9:15 AM, zumba –TBA, bingo, dominoes, etc. If you have questions about this, please contact JoAnn.
b.) Jim reported that he and Linda attended the Messiah performance and found it very enjoyable, except for the fact that the air conditioning was up too high. Remember that the spontaneous Messiah event will take place at Tucson Mall on Dec. 18th at 2:00pm, near Macy’s. c.) Walt wanted us to know that Jimmy’s restaurant has on-line gift certificates at a reduced rate - $100 certificate for $40.00.
d.) JoAnn also noted that there will be no opportunity to distribute SCRCR Christmas cards during any future meetings as the next three meetings are canceled. She will distribute what she has at the Christmas party and any remainders will be given out at the first meeting after Christmas (Jan. 6th).
e.) Edna needed to know if SCRCR wanted the crafts group to make centerpieces for the Christmas party next year because she can purchase supplies on sale now. A vote was taken and a motion moved and seconded to make the centerpieces.
f.) Edna also urged the group to make donations to the Flying Tigers II (Marana school district) for the tax free donation this year. This is a group of physically challenged children and they can use the assistance. Make sure to make contact before the end of the year to designate that your money is for the schools. Contact Edna or Sandy if you have questions or concerns about this issue.
g.) A show of hands was taken to see who wants to attend the Community Center next week in lieu of a meeting. If interested, show up at 9:00 AM on Thursday. Dec. 16th, and bring your own coffee and goodies. Jorge will open the center.
h.) Betty did a 5 k while on ship (on her vacation).
i.) Linda had a question about extra dominoes found with the SCRCR things and it was decided that the new ones be donated to needy children.
j.) Carol suggested a lunch on Jan. 3rd at the White Stallion Ranch. If interested, please contact her.
9. Adjournment: Jim adjourned the meeting at 10:12 AM.