Sunday, December 13, 2015

Minutes of Meeting of Dec. 10, 2015
  1. Call to Order: The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance @ 9:30am. Iles introduced two guest speakers: C.W. Hall who shared information about the Disabled Vets (DAV) and Brian Dunn who gave us information about his plumbing services. Brian’s business will go on our list of contractors. Birthday celebrants were called upon to share some personal details. Birthday pictures will be taken and cake will be shared after the meeting.
  2. Host/Hostess:  Barb L. and Susan D.:  A welcome back went out to those members who have been away for a while. Judy attended the meeting as a guest and introduced herself to the group. Susan let us know that dumpsters will placed around the CRCA community this weekend in order for residents to get rid of large items.
  3. Vice-President:  Larry L.: The roster was updated and we have 111 members and 55 members attended today.
  4. Secretary:  Jeanne L.: Minutes of last meeting were approved and accepted.
  5. Treasurer: Carol A.: Balance in treasury is at $1329.00.
  6. Coordinators’ Reports:
    1. Refreshments:   Coffee is now $2.00 with free refills and pastries are 1.00 each.
    2. Sunshine:  Nancy P.: a.) Get well cards were sent to 3 members last week. Alice R. has been in the hospital. Joan B. is doing a little better.
  7. Historian:  Magda: A little history of the SCRCR group was shared today by Magda. Her tab top collection for Ronald McDonald house is coming right along.
  8. Philanthropy: John Z. and (Mike T. absent): No new report this week. Jim and John delivered a donation to the women’s shelter and Jim brought pamphlets for anyone who is interested.
  9. Busybody: Gladys: Elaine H. will cover for Gladys next week as Gladys will be absent.
  10. Activities: Rose M.: See agenda.  Jim reported that the hiking group had 11 people who went to Madera Canyon and spotted a lot of wildlife. The hikers will go to the Tucson mountains next week.
  11. Group Concerns/Good of the Group: a.) Richard R. shared a little information about the benefits of young people who are now Juniors in high school to consider attending Boys or Girls State. For more details, please contact Richard. b.) Rich and Val also invited group members to their open house on Thursday, Dec. 17th at 6:00PM. Please bring a snack to share. c.) Walt reminded us that today is the last day to sign up for the Christmas party. d.)Rose shared some thoughts about her experience attending the Clean Comedy Club which takes place again on the first Friday in February. The cost is $10.00 each and the event starts at 7PM at Marana Middle School. A truly fun time and highly recommended! e.) Rose also reminded the group that she would welcome anyone interested in joining the Activities Committee this coming year.
  12. Thought of the Day:  Sandy P.:  Two great thoughts of the day were shared by Sandy today! Iles gave a closing joke.
  13. Adjournment: Meeting was adjourned at 10:30 AM.