September 26, 2019
Jeanie Anderson called the meeting to order at 11:35 AM, followed by the flag salute. Everyone sang God Bless America. There were 21 members present.
Jeanie Anderson welcomed Kathy Lisignoli.
Loretta Babbitt read humorous thoughts of the day.
Minutes were approved as presented.
Treasurer’s Report: by Marty Erickson
- Savings Account Revenues – $8,847.62
- Checking – $96.36
- 12 Month Certificate – $3,058.49
- Scholarship Account – $2,992.58
- Net worth to date – $14,995.05
The proposed budget for 2019-2020 was discussed.
VSD Presentation: Jeanie Anderson and Dr. Burke will be talking to the Vancouver School District’s principals on October 15, 2019 at 8 AM.
Friendship: Jane Madden reported in July she sent a card for Duane Abels (died June 1 at age 92), and had a card returned from Loraine Allinzir. In August cards were sent for William Collins, Murella DeVries, Gyla Murdock and Lois Selmar. In September a card was sent for Sue Cannard (died August 31 at age 89).
Health: Fran Person reported that S.A.L.T. talked about Assessment to Continue Driving. S.A.L.T. is held the third Monday of each month at 11 am at 40 & Community Room in Hazel Dell at 7607 NE 26th Ave. Contact person is Kasey Frazier, Clark County Sheriff’s Office, 564.397.3380. Fran Person handed out a Drivers 65 Plus: Self Evaluation Form and urged us to take it. She also presented How to be more mindful about driving from StateFarm.
Membership: Margaret Snitzler reminded members to call Lacy if their telephone or address has changed. WSSRA, 4726 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503, Phone: (360) 413-5496, or you may contact her. If you would like the new directory for $2, contact Margaret Snitzler. She reported that we have 482 members.
Lunch was served
Jeanie Anderson passed out a survey entitled Why am I Here? We each filled one out, and they will be discussed at our next board meeting.
Program: As a retired General Officer in the US Military, Deputy District Attorney, and Superior Court Judge, Gary Medvigy has over 33 years of leadership experience, an extensive background in Chief Executive Officer level military and inter-agency planning, and innovative problem solving.
Gary Medvigy is presently serving the county as a County Councilor, District 4, addressing short and long term budgetary policy, legislative, and planning needs. He is working hard and fighting for the best solutions to every issue brought before county government. He is currently running for re-election.
He is trying to right the wrongs that have plagued property owners for years as a result of previous inequitable results of growth management planning. The current county manager has been a good partner, and is efficiently using every precious tax dollar and helping to keep on budget.
Small, efficient and effective government is what Gary Medvigy strives for. Keeping the quality of life high, yet the costs of living low, are the hallmarks of good governance. Public safety, and private property rights as well as state, federal, and constitutional individual rights must be zealously safeguarded and defended. He has many 2019 Council assignments. Thank you for your service!
Legislature: Donna Quesnell encouraged us tell our personal stories when we talk to representatives. She also talked about various handouts she presented concerning Plans 1, 2, and 3.
Influential Women: Jeanie Anderson asked for a paragraph discussing influential women in our area. Donna Quesnell will write about Mother Joseph, and Mina Milligan will write about Esther Short and Pat Jollota. They will be presented at the next board meeting where we will select one. The one that is choosen will be presented at the Coordinating Council meeting in January as part of the hundred year celebration of women earning the right to vote.
Door prizes handed out.
Birthdays: Jane Madden handed out presents and led Happy Birthday to those born in June, July, August and September.
Dates to Remember:
October 11 Sue Cannard’s funeral held at 10 AM at St. Joseph’s
October 17 Board meeting at Cameo’s Café, 8:30 AM
October 24 Luncheon See website for location wssra.org Unit 30
Adjourned at 2 PM.
Mina Milligan, SWWSRA Secretary