Jardineros de Placitas MINUTES  October 7, 2009

President Lin Robinson called the meeting to order on October 7, 2009 at 9:30 at the Las Placitas Presbyterian Church and announced there was a quorum present.

Lin reminded everyone the 2010 dues of $50.00 are due. Payments may be sent to Treasurer Sandy Pilcher or brought to the November meeting.

Lin also reminded members to sign up as hostesses and to join committees for 2010. It's a great way to meet other members

Introduction of new members

Ellen Baker . . .

. . . introduced Chris Anderson, while Vickie Kneemeyer introduced Meg Johnson.

Recognition
Guests, as well as members celebrating October birthdays, were recognized. Many thanks were extended to the hostesses of the month, Mickey McCaughan, Toni Justice, Elaine Carey, and Marilyn Wilkerson. The snacks were delicious and the Balloon Fiesta theme was so appropriate and colorful!

Old Business
Pam Buethe, chair of the Nominating Committee, presented the slate of officers for election for 2010, as follows: President Pat Quick, Vice President Janice Dunsirn, Recording Secretary Deborah Neuman, Corresponding Secretary Ellen Baker, and Treasurer Sandy Pilcher.

l to r: Deborah Neuman, Ellen Baker, Sandy Pilcher, Janice Dunsirn, Pat Quick

There were no nominations from the floor and there was a motion and second to accept the slate as presented. The motion carried unanimously.

New Business
Election of Nominating Committee - Nominations for five members of the 2010 Nominating Committee were brought from the floor, and included Marie Smrt, Susan Fullas, Deborah Tepper, Annie Gross, and Paula Norris.

l to r: Deborah Tepper, Annie Gross, Susan Fullas, Marie Smrt, Paula Norris

The motion was passed by acclamation.

Presentation of Proposed 2010 Budget

Treasurer Sandy Pilcher presented the board's proposal for the Club's attachment A. Thanks are in order to Sandy for the excellent and detailed preparation of the proposed budget. The budget will be voted on at the November meeting.

Announcements

Judy Gajkowski reported on "Picture Placitas," a community endeavor. A brochure is available at the Placitas Community Library and the Library's website.

Judy also advised the members, on Nancy Hawk's behalf, turkeys will be available for purchase to donate to local needy families for the holidays. Nancy is planning on obtaining 93 turkeys for local needy families. She is presently working with the Merc and T & T to make the necessary arrangements. Details will be forthcoming soon.

September 2009 Minutes

Susanne Dominguez: The September 2009 minutes were accepted as written.

Corresponding Secretary's Report

Jo Anne Fredrikson acknowledged two thank-you notes, one from fellow Jardineros member Joan Chamier and one from Peanut Butter & Jelly Family Services. Both letters are posted on our website.

Treasurer's Report
Sandy Pilcher presented the treasurer's report for September 2009. Starting balance as of August 28, 2009 was $------- was noted with an ending balance of $-------.

Committee Reports

Community Service: Sharon Masterson stated the collections next month will be for canned goods and non-perishable items for St. Vincent de Paul.

She also informed us this is Domestic Violence Awareness month and she passed out purple pins signifying Domestic Violence Awareness.

Programs: Pat Quick announced next month's program is "Lights, Camera, Action," about New Mexico's film industry.

Interest Groups

Trippers: A tea party is scheduled for November 12th at the St. James Tearoom. Contact Sue Overley or Judy Gajkowski for reservations.

December's trip is scheduled for December 9th , and will be at the Utility Shack . The history of Native American jewelry will be discussed. Demonstrations will also be given on how to create one of a kind jewelry. Jewelry and other Native American jewelry will be available for purchase. If interested in attending, contact Dena George or Pam Buethe.

Happy Dollars - Two Happy Dollars were received this month. One from Doris Cain who is thrilled her home in Santa Fe finally sold, and the other was from Ginny Ricciardelli whose son returned from Iraq. We are so pleased for both gals.

Program

Vice President Pat Quick introduced the program "Who Let the Dogs Out."

The Master of Ceremony Mike La Fave introduced fifteen of the most darling, adoptable doggies from Animal Humane in Albuquerque and the Humane Society in Rio Rancho!! Mike is the former announcer of the Westminster Dog Show.

He was great and read each dog's biography, creatively written by Sue Markewitz, Susan Fullas, Sue Overley , Betty Temple, and Diane Shelfer.

Jaclyn Sinclair and Boni Galarneau gave an excellent presentation on adopting pets and caring for them. They also discussed their organization, Animal Humane. They brought thirteen of the "adoptees." Tina Swanson from Rio Rancho Humane Society also participated and she brought the first two "adoptees." Several precious little kittens were also present and available for adoption.

Animal Humane is an independent, nonprofit organization and is not and never has been the Animal Humane Society, Albuquerque Humane Society, or "the one on Lomas." They provide and foster lifelong animal + human relationships. They also provide the following services:
" Sheltering and adoptions
" New Mexico's first low-cost veterinary clinic for qualifying families in need
" Behavior helpline and rehabilitation
" High volume spay/neutering
" Emergency pet sheltering for victims of domestic violence and the homeless
" Community Outreach/Humane Education

Thanks to Sue Markewitz, Sue Overley, Betty Temple, Susan Fullas, and Diane Shelfer for a remarkable program. It was a huge success!!! Six of the dogs have been adopted to date.

Meeting was adjourned at 11:55 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Susanne Dominguez
Recording Secretary