WELCOME—Co-President Carolyn Dray @ 9 A.M.

Prayer by Ruth Anderson

Brunch prepared by Dietary Department

Deanna Gochenaur, Volunteer Coordinator expressed her thanks to the volunteers for the many activities done by volunteers.

Introduction of the speaker, Norbert Calnin, by Deanna Gochenaur Norbert has been in his present position for 10 years and spoke on “Planned Giving” Partners are probably the best picture of a happy family. There are three levels of giving: sell something, annual appeal (“a think about it” gift and planned giving). The foundation is beginning to work on this level. Norbert described several ways to do creative giving.

The meeting opened at 9:45 A.M. by Co-President Carolyn Dray.

Co-President Eva Shilling listed coming events. Salad Luncheon on April 28. Geranium sale May 6 and 7 circulated. Worker sheets were circulated and filled very rapidly. Hanging baskets will be available along with the geraniums. The “Nut Man” will be coming June 22. No volunteers are needed for that event. The Book Fair was successful, received $407.21. Spring Fling sold all but 4 pots of flowers which Eva reported are still living.

Approval of minutes-Ariel Ferguson, Secretary

Moved by Ramona Adsit, seconded by Pat Cooper. to accept as circulated Motion carried.

Treasurer Report-Patty Pulvermacher

Usual expenses were listed. A CD was cashed and some money added to make $10,000.00, getting 3.40%. The bakery is back Beginning bank balance- $7,327.85 and ending balance $6,831.09 Motion to accept report and place it on record made by Ruth Anderson, seconded by Loretta Delagrave. Motion carried.

Membership Report-Patty Pulvermacher

April newsletter had a note on each copy telling membership status and requesting a birthday date if it was needed. The plan is to get everyone's date so greetings can be sent

Lobby Shoppe- no report

Volunteer Information-Deanna Gochenaur

70 volunteers have been through orientation, another session is being planned for May. 10 to be in that group. Executive meeting will be the second Tuesday at 9 A.M each month. All members are welcome.

Salad Luncheon- Kay Wyman

Workers sheets are filled, calling has been completed, 45 salads have been solicited. Now we need to sell tickets.

Old Business

1. Advocacy day was attended by Claudia Berres and Carolyn Dray, held at Monona Terrace. This was an opportunity to have direct contact with legislators, Governor Doyle spoke. Highly political slant in the answers given.
2. Spring Western District meeting had 6 local members attending. Ruth heard that several hospitals have had their nursing homes closed due to limited funding. The main speaker was a physical therapist with a topic “Improving Your Health as You Age” The speaker suggested use of butter or Smart Balance. Check your medications, put tablets in water or vinegar. If they do not do not dissolve is 20 minutes, they are not being used by your body, doing you no good. Ruth shared a hand-out with excellent tips.

New Business

1. Upcoming events were reviewed (see Eva's report) Additions --Blood Drive to be May 28, Women's Health Fair May 16 and Coronary Risk Screening in May.
2. A drawing for a door prize was won by Lila Spangler. (Several paper products, napkins and a candle)

Adjournment

Motion made by Linda McKee , seconded by Francis Braithwaite. Motion carried.

The meeting closed at 10:15 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Ariel Ferguson, Secretary