Saturday, November 7, 2015

Minutes of Meeting of November 5, 2015

 Minutes of Meeting of November 5, 2015
  1. Call to Order: The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance @ 9:30am. Iles then shared a few good jokes and informed us that we would have a presentation today from NWMC on strokes and heart attacks. This will take place before the remainder of the meeting. We also had a surprise treat. Amy’s brother, Nick is now in the ice cream business and had samples for all of the attending SCRCR members! If anyone is interested in more information or wants to make an order, please contact Amy at The Station.
  2. Host/Hostess:  Barb L., Susan D.: A welcome went out to those members who have been away for a while. Also introduced were two new members: Cynthia and Patricia. Welcome! Susan wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving since she will be gone for a couple of weeks.
  3. Vice-President:  Larry L.: (absent) 49 members attended today.
  4. Secretary:  Jeanne L.: Minutes of last week were approved and accepted.
  5. Treasurer: Carol A.: (absent). No change in report for this week. Balance remains at $1802.00.
  6. Coordinators’ Reports:
    1. Refreshments:   Coffee is now $2.00 with free refills and pastries are 1.00 each.
    2. Sunshine:  Nancy P.: a.) Joan B. is home from the hospital and doing better now. b.) Cheryl W. had information on Mary M. and this is her address until approximately Nov. 26th: Mary Mooney, Copper Health Oro Valley #26, 1119 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley, AZ 85755. Phone is 520-825-4669.
  7. Historian:  Magda: (absent).
  8. Philanthropy: John Z. and (Mike T.absent): John Z. has returned for the winter months but Jim A. reported that we donated 83# of food and $245.00 to the food back in October. More donations are needed since the holidays are coming up.
  9. Busybody: Gladys: Emergency information is needed for all members even if it is rarely used.
  10. Activities: Rose M.: a.) The Crime Lab tour was a great success. It lasted 5 ½ hours and all who attended found it very interesting. Eva V.’s son-in-law works there and he expressed his thanks for the assistance Eva received from the group when getting her radiation/chemo treatments. b.)  Jim reported that 11 people hiked last week. Another easy hike is scheduled for this coming Wednesday. c.) Rose gave information on trips available to several destinations, including Las Vegas. These are not SCRCR organized trips but information on them is available by the signup sheets.
  11. Group Concerns/Good of the Group: a.) Iles announced that he needs nominations in writing or e-mail for Most Valuable Member by next week. This should be someone who has gone above and beyond to help the group. b.) Sharon S. and Dorie Z. mentioned scams going on in the community. Be aware of any strangers coming to your door with suspicious requests.
  12. Thought of the Day:  Sandy P.:  Two great thoughts of the day were shared by Sandy today!
  13. Adjournment: Meeting was adjourned at 10:45 AM.