Huntington Beach Coordinating Council

May 3, 2010

The meeting was called to order at 12:01pm by President Michael Heywood.  The Pledge of Allegiance led by Cecil Birnbaum was followed by a special blessing of the meal by Don Garrick.

31 member delegates, club presidents, board members and guests were in attendance. We enjoyed lunch provided by The Women’s Club of HB.  President Heywood called for a motion to approve April minutes followed with motion to approve the new 2011 board members:  Mike Heywood, President,  June Dugmore, President-Elect, Co-Vice Presidents of Programs Chris & Mike Grisey, Vice President Membership Larry K. Gallup, Secretary Maureen Sloan and Treasurer Jim Sankey.   Council and club information is being emailed along with minutes and update, therefore we STILL need updated and additional and alternate email addresses.  If your neighbor at the June meeting states they didn’t get these minutes- please remind them to give us their email address.  We will also archive minutes, maintain an events calendar and note our milestones on our website. Please send President Mike at michaelheywood@hbvolunteers.org all events you wish to post on our website calendar for the next 12 months: www.hbvolunteers.org.  Treasurer’s Report by Jim Sankey was reviewed.  A motion to accept was made, seconded and passed.  Jim Sankey, Treasurer reported out balance at $1914 even- some still owe dues however.  President Mike shared with us some information on a great book of interest to us by Harriett Weider, former Mayor of HB & Supervisory of OC, while lunch was being set up.  We also celebrated Memorial Day with Poppies on sale and won’t forget to honor veterans’ service.  No other “New Business” was reported.

Judith Sobel, our presenter, spoke about the GIFT OF LIFE program.  As an HB Local, Judith Ann, originally hails from “The Garden State” (NJ), had worked as a teacher here while raising a family.  Back in ’04 after contracting pneumonia doctors discovered she was living with a birth defect in her heart. After a UCLA medical team evaluated the extent of the damage, her physical and psychological status they nominated her a worthy organ donor recipient.  Anyone can donate their organs through DMV organ donor form when renewing their license and save the life of a wonderful person like Judith.  Because of a renewed love of life Judith got very involved with The Gift of Life program and speaks to groups all over. She is also treasurer of HBCC member; American Association of University Women (AAUW) is active in the HB Interfaith Council and another fellow HBCC member Alzheimer’s Family Services Center.  She is also a CA State Ombudsman.  If you want to contact Judith to speak at your group’s meetings or for details on promoting this program please come to our meetings or email her at judithann@socal.rr.com

 “60 second updates” included the following information:

Elaine Craft’s return gave us some information on the growing Sts Simon & Jude Choir along with a successful Arbor Day event by the HB Tree Society- see their website for event listings throughout the year, and go to www.surfcity-hb.org and click on Surf City Highlights”.  There you can view many HB Clubs’ events featured on this monthly show.  Segments usually feature the events a month after they take place.  Boys & Girls Clubs of Huntington Valley broke ground on the first CLUB in the USA to be built on a college campus.  Please attend their event on Thursday June 10^th at Golden West College- and if your club has funds to disburse- write them a check this month and guarantee your organization a TABLE at the Boys & Girls Club Gala this October.  See how a REAL Fundraiser is put on – it’s the largest in the City raising over $400K annually.  Funds are needed now more than ever to service the city’s children.  A Day for Kids event is on June 19^th- your club or group may be able to attend, assist and participate there as well.  Reps from 3 club branches were in attendance.  The Soroptimists International of HB will hold workshops in June that are free and open to other HB non-profits- email Maureen for details. Also the new member brunch orientation takes place in June and new Board installation ceremony.  Despite economic hardships Soroptimists raised more money this year than ever before in the club’s 46 years history!  See Dottie Hughes for info on the popular, annual Fishing Derby at Chris Carr Park. Check out copies of The Sands Summer programs in print or online- registration online is super easy this year! More info on HBTV 3.  Don Garrick made several reports.  The HB Interfaith Council prayer breakfast DAY OF PRAYER was held at SSJ Church with a nice turnout and HBTV coverage. The LDS Church’s Public Affairs Community Service Day was coming up May 8^th- 10 projects with positive impact on our community were reviewed. Oakview Steering Committee has a chili dinner every Wednesday night (See Roy Gerber for more info) and teen programs like “Money Smart” and other educational assistance.  Larry- for the League of Women Voters said that Oct. 7^th a City Council candidate’s forum will take place at the Main Library- stay tuned for details! Guest Howard Barnes presented the EXCEED Program, a tool for groups and organizations to fundraising and retention.  He can be reached at 960-1544 or howard@howardbarnes.com and can speak to your group or organization or board of directors to get you started. Pat Nagel invited us all to the May 11^th Fashion Show sponsored and organized by the HB Newcomers. Lots of events throughout the year and you do not have to necessarily be new to participate! Willa Sigler of the CA Retired Teachers Assoc reported on the scholarships they had disbursed and will continue to positively impact the lives of students.  Jan and Jack of Alzheimer’s Family Service center reminded us, of their HUGE annual event that was Friday May 14 at the Westin.  So elegant and very successful was this Gathering of Friends!  We look forward to keeping updated on the AFSC with our newer members J&J Stephenson.  Marilyn & Eldon Thorpe with GW Y’s men-nothing new to report.  Conrad & Cecil handed out the Poppies to honor veterans. Richard Moore of “HB Reads One Book” is looking for suggestions on what to recommend for the next BOOK that HB will read!  Please pass this info along to your club!  Stephen K. Bone, President of the Huntington Beach Marketing & Visitor’s Bureau came to his first HBCC meeting in honor of National Tourism week.  The statistics he shared on the revenue tourism generates and the many jobs it creates were amazing. If you need stats for your club and want an excellent speaker call 714-969-3492. He is responsible for marketing Surf City USA and a push to appeal to overnight guests is the goal! We have the #1 & #2 most visited state parks in CA. AA ASSOC of College Women meets every 3^rd Saturday at Meadowlark- please feel free to encourage new members to join them.  Ask Judy Sobel for info.  Victoria Alberty has the details of the upcoming Relay for Life. This nationwide American Cancer society event is especially popular in HB and was held May 14-16.  A chair of this enormous event she raised over $120,000 and the pledges are still pouring in. Think about your club or group having a team next year.  Many HB Coordinating Council members were seen there!  June Dugmore for the Golden West Patrons- was on hand to share the news that it’s only $20 to be a member of GWCP which holds their informative lunch meetings from October through May. She will be the next President and also be our President elect (June is also a past President of our HB Coordinating Council). Save the Date “Chef’s for Scholarships” event is September 19^th- looking for prizes, sponsors and restaurants to participate.  Chris Grisey for Girl Scouts wants to set up liaisons with other HBCC clubs for scouts to connect with them.  They have 5 service units and scouts earn badges for projects you may need them for. She can connect us with troop leaders in our area which is a fabulous idea for all involved.  Candace of HB Hospital Senior Service coordinator and Silver Auxiliary told us about activities and programs at Rodgers Center as well as May being “Older Americans Month.” 5/26 is Healthy senior day with a group walk from the Rodgers center to the pier! Sign up for Bright Outlook their newsletter to be received by your organization. Mike Grisey for the HB Playhouse is featuring “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” and is fundraising for groups- this as a great way to have a retreat over the summer and earn $ for your clubs with no effort- just a fun night out. Dottie Dupont of the Circle of Friends told us about “Victory at Sea” aboard the Lady Victory- a unique opportunity for an amazing outing- see her for details on how to book this unique Catalina bound battle at sea experience.  Sloan Gallipeo of the Assistance League introduced her colleagues that will also represent as delegates at future meetings: Martha Alden-PR & Marilyn Cavanaugh-Strategic Development. Assistance League celebrates 60 years of service this year and over $300K was given back this year!  Daniel Lang for Colette’s Children’s home-save the date for their annual fundraiser in Nov. at the Hyatt Irvine & let her know if your group would like them to speak at your clubs’ next program meeting!   Human Relations Task Force of HB meets 1^st Tuesdays- more about their work will be broadcast at the City Council meeting.  Brenda Meeks is looking for support for the Women of Action as they send off Cassie Cotarelo Miss HB to the Miss CA Pageant (of the national Miss America Scholarship pageants).  Please consider sponsoring her in any way you can, donations, program ads, etc.

Respectfully submitted,

            Maureen Sloan, Secretary

            hbmaureensloan@yahoo.com

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