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.

Minutes of Meeting of Dec. 2, 2010 with Veterans day picture

Veterans Day Party.
1. Call to Order: Jim opened the meeting at 9:30 AM with the Pledge of Allegiance. Jokes and stories followed.
2. Host/Hostess: Bonnie and Bob: Bonnie welcomed back Walt, JoAnn, Iris J and Mary T.
3. Vice-President: Frank: Our membership is now at 80. Please sign up for the Christmas party now so that Frank can determine how many people will be attending. 65–70 people are needed and so far, 49 members have signed up. The tickets are now available.
4. Secretary: Jeanne: The minutes were approved and accepted. 50 members were present today.
5. Treasurer: Walt: The total in our treasury is $520.42.
6. Coordinators’ Reports:
a) Refreshments: Jorge and Linda A.: Jorge stated that refreshments this week were provided by Walt, JoAnn and Adria. Next meeting the refreshments will be provided by John and Nancy and Margie Walp.
b) Sunshine: Linda D: Colette D. is hospitalized due to hip replacement surgery and she should be home in another day or two since her recovery is progressing nicely. Barbara H. also had surgery but she is having difficulty moving about. Telephone calls would be better than visits at this time. Barb and Richard are unhappy about the fact that they will not be able to attend the SCRCR Christmas party. Please keep them in your thoughts as they will return ASAP.
c) Historian: Magda: Magda thanked everyone for the tab tops and the pictures of Veterans Day and last year’s Christmas party. She promoted attendance for U of A football games - the big one is tonight with ASU!
d) Philanthropy: Betty: absent. Linda A. reported that 24# of food and a check for 140.92 dollars went to the food bank this week. Linda was very proud of our group for the donations.
e) Busybody: Gladys: No busy body news but her son again expressed appreciation for the three boxes of goods which were donated to the troops.
7. Activities: Alice: Please check agenda for the upcoming events. The Good Egg will be a brunch, primarily. Sue Rainey reminded us again of the Messiah performance and she also told us about the Random Act of Culture on Sat. Dec. 18th at the Tucson Mall @ 2:00PM.
8. Group Concerns: a.) JoAnn reported on the hike in Dove Mountain. They hiked approximately 5 miles, although some members went even further. Much wildlife was seen and Bob was feeding some of his lunch to a mouse! The next hike will be to Catalina State Park – the Sutherland Trail which will be about 2 ½ miles each way. b.) Jim is getting more information about the flagpole and monument. He has asked Dick J., Richard R., and Lew M. to be on the ad hoc committee. Anyone else who is interested may let Jim know and that would be appreciated. c.) Joan T mentioned that several members would still like to come to the Community Center on the usual days of our meetings for socialization. Jorge is happy to open up the Center for this. d.) Carol announced that the Native New Yorker is again the site for the super bowl game this year, which will be on Feb.6th. There will also be a football pool. e.) Richard R. let us know that Dick J. got a hole in one at the Tucson National golf course. f.) Loren J. has 2 tickets for the Christmas party which they cannot use and he would be happy to donate them to anyone who needs them. g.) JoAnn will have the Christmas card box in front at the next meeting. Please have cards in alphabetical order and have your return name on them. h.) Linda D. reminded us of the Tamale Festival at Casino de Sol this Saturday. i.) Richard R. suggested that we have Sue R sing Christmas Carols next week.
9. Adjournment: Jim adjourned the meeting at 10:15 AM.

Minutes of Meeting of Nov. 18, 2010

1. Call to Order: Jim opened the meeting at 9:30 AM with the Pledge of Allegiance. He then shared some jokes and stories with us. Carol announced that the informal Thursday luncheon will be at the New Asian Buffet today.
2. Host/Hostess: Bonnie and Bob: Bonnie welcomed two new members: Barbara and John Crandell, who shared some personal information about themselves. Barbara and Frank from Sunflower were welcomed as guests. Also returning are Dennis, Alice K., Margie, Arnie, Bea, Richard and Val.
3. Vice-President: Frank: Our membership is now at 82. The Christmas party will be held at the Elks Club. Please sign up now so that Frank can determine how many people will be attending. 65–70 people are needed and so far, 42- 43 members have signed up. The tickets are now available.
4. Secretary: Jeanne: The minutes were approved and accepted. 48 members were present today.
5. Treasurer: Walt: absent – no report available.
6. Coordinators’ Reports:
a) Refreshments: Jorge and Linda A.: Jorge stated that refreshments this week were provided by Frank, Joan T. and Mike R. In two weeks (Dec. 2nd) refreshments will be provided by Walt, JoAnn and Adria. No meeting next week.
b) Sunshine: Linda D.: absent. Joan T. informed new members to give any information about health issues to Linda D. or Gladys. Arnie told us that he was hospitalized for pneumonia. John D. had an outpatient procedure this morning. Lew reported that a previous SCRCR member, John Skolnick (sp ?) passed away.
c) Historian: Magda: absent.
d) Philanthropy: Betty: absent. Linda A. reported that 20# of food and a check for $125.00 dollars went to the food bank this week. Frank took 2 turkeys to the food bank and they were very appreciative. Fry’s is having a sale on turkeys and if anyone else has turkeys to donate, Frank will be happy to deliver them.
e) Busybody: Gladys: Gladys stressed the importance of emergency information cards and the need for new members to submit them and other members to keep them current.
7. Activities: Alice: Please check the agenda for upcoming events. 16 members had lunch at Carrabas. They had good service, good food and a good time! Happy Thanksgiving to all!
8. Group Concerns: a.) Lew requested that everyone check the roster (which is placed by the signup sheets) for any corrections or updates in order that it may be kept current. Alice K. will be bringing in the roster on a monthly basis so that any updates may be made.
b.) Jorge gave a report on the last hike which was to Picture Rocks. It was a beautiful day and the hike was about 3 miles long. There will be no hike next week.
c.) A suggestion was made to erect a monument and flagpole in Windmill Park. John L. recommended an ad hoc committee to spearhead this effort, perhaps in conjunction with the scouts, veterans, etc. It appears as if Jim A. may be in charge of this. It would be fitting for the monument to be dedicated to a specific group or individual. Several suggestions were made re obtaining a flagpole and a free flag.
d.) There was discussion about upcoming businesses along Twin Peaks Road now that it is open. The development may be mostly professional offices. This is all speculation at this point.
9. Adjournment: Jim adjourned the meeting at 10:10 AM.