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. 17^th 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.

Minutes of Meeting of Dec. 3, 2015

 Minutes of Meeting of Dec. 3, 2015

1. Call to Order: The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance @ 9:30am. Iles thanked Walt and Joann R. for the extra things they do for the group. Walt reminded us that Christmas gifts for the children are due at the next meeting.
2. Host/Hostess:  Barb L. and Susan D.:  A welcome back went out to those members who have been away for a while. We have a new member – Gloria K. Susan mentioned that she has the Who’s Who books for anyone who may need one.
3. Vice-President:  Larry L.: We have 113 members and 52 members attended today. Larry requested that members remember to wear name tags since we have many new people in the group.
4. Secretary:  Jeanne L.: Minutes of last meeting (taken by Kristi G.) were approved and accepted.
5. Treasurer: Carol A.: Balance in treasury is at $1331.00.
6. Coordinators’ Reports:
   1. Refreshments:   Coffee is now $2.00 with free refills and pastries are 1.00 each.
   2. Sunshine:  Nancy P.: a.) Cecilia B. passed away and a collection was taken which will be sent to her family along with a card. b.) Phyllis R. is not doing well and her family is helping her out. c.)Don O. has not attended in a while and those members who have seen him report that he does not look well. Larry will check on his status and Nancy will also follow up. Magda reports that she saw Don and his son is assisting him.
7. Historian:  Magda: No new report. Since Magda and Armando were recently able to visit with their son in Washington DC, Magda shared information on some of the places they visited and how inspiring it was to her.
8. Philanthropy: John Z. and (Mike T. absent): John reports $256.00 and 31# of food went to the Food Bank.
9. Busybody: Gladys: Please inform Gladys if you are leaving for the holidays and if so, how to reach you.
10. Activities: Rose M.: See agenda.  Jim reported that the hiking group had 9 people who went to Brown Mtn. Next week an easy hike is scheduled for Madera Canyon. Craig S. commented on how enjoyable the hikes are especially with Jorge’s knowledge about the area.
11. Group Concerns/Good of the Group: a.) Larry brought up the issue of our contractor’s list since he received some suggestions for additions to it. Walt will send out e-mails with the information. If anyone has a question about which contractor to contact for services they may need, please give Walt R. a call. b.) Val R. shared information about solicitors. A suspicious person came to her door and she called the police. The officer later thanked her for the report saying that the solicitor had no license and she was arrested. c.) Jeanne commented on the possibility of packages being stolen off of front doorsteps. Sad to say but we all need to be vigilant and proactive especially at this time of 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 10:15 AM.

Minutes of Meeting of November 19, 2015

Minutes of Meeting of November 19, 2015

1. Call to Order: The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance @ 9:30am. Iles then shared a few good jokes. He also asked that we have the induction of the board and person of the year named on the second meeting of the New Year on 1.14.16, which everyone agreed to. There will be no meeting next week. Happy Thanksgiving to you all! Iles will be having a garage sale the weekend after Thanksgiving.

2. Host/Hostess: Barb L.( Susan D. absent): A welcome went out to those members who have been away for a while and she wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Barb will be coordinate with Rose for another trip to the University’s hydroponic gardens. This was a big hit last time folks went.

3. Vice-President: Larry L.: We have 112 members and 53 members attended today.

4. Secretary: Jeanne L.: Minutes of last week were approved and accepted.

5. Treasurer: Carol A.: Balance in treasury is at $1626.00.

6. Coordinators’ Reports:

a. Refreshments: Coffee is now $2.00 with free refills and pastries are 1.00 each.

b. Sunshine: Nancy P.: Phyllis Rivas fell but she is doing better now.

7. Historian: Magda: No new report, but thanked everyone for bringing in the metal tabs from cans for the Ronald McDonald House.

8. Philanthropy: John Z.: No new report; will have more to report after Thanksgiving.

9. Busybody: Gladys: Please inform Gladys if you are leaving for the holidays and if so, how to reach you. Gladys asked for a motion to donate $150.00 to the Woman’s Shelter which was approved.

10. Activities: Rose M.: See agenda. a.) We were reminded to bring Christmas gifts in for children the week before the Christmas Party which would be December 10th. b.)Jim A. reported that 2 people from our group hiked at Dove Mountain on Wednesday along with other hikers. c.) Sue told us that she is involved in the singing of the Messiah which will be held at Christ Community Church located at Pantano and Canyon November 30th@ 7PM. You can go on www.tucsonsingin.org for further information.

11. Group Concerns/Good of the Group: a.) A motion was made by Ed D., to donate $150.00 to the Veterans Association and was approved. Alice R. made a motion to donate $150.00 to the Marana Food Bank but this was not approved by a vote of 13 for and 22 against. b.) Sandy told us that all the walkers and the wheel chair that she and Tony had been keeping were now out on loan. Bea, Elaine and Joey all offered more medical equipment for loan. c.) Richard R. asked for more bridge players and golfers. Please contact Richard if you have an interest in either activity. d.) Rose would like any members interested in being on the activity committee in 2016 to contact her ASAP as she would like to set up a meeting at Wheeler Abbot Taft Library. Let Rose know what times are convenient for you.

12. Thought of the Day: Sandy P.: As always, Sandy shared a great thought for the day. She also thanked everyone for bringing in the “Box Tops for Education” and read us a thank you note from one of the first graders whose class had won $100.00 from these box top donations. Iles gave a closing joke.

13. Adjournment: Meeting was adjourned around 10:35 AM.