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Girl Scout Alumnae of Northern California San Francisco Bay AreaMID-YEAR MEETING MINUTESSaturday, March 12, 2022 12:30 - 1:30 pmCarlton Corners Scout House, San Bruno, CAG S AGirl Sco ut Al umn aeN071222SLETTEWRERespectfully submitted by Secretary, Barb ScheiflerWELCOME (Amy Bowers, chair): Attendees introduced themselves.PLEDGE/PROMISE: (Amy Bowers)SECRETARY REPORT (Barb Scheifler): Minutes of the Annual Meeting,September 12, 2021, were approved as printed in the current newsletter.Moved, seconded and passed unanimously.TREASURER’S REPORT (Phyllis Gray): Starting Bank Balance, September 1, 2021 24,258.42 Ending Bank Balance, February 28, 2022 18,612.80Carol McMillan to ask Council for a plaque/brick at the new Bothin Hubcommemorating our 5000 donation. No separate budget item for lifetimemembers necessary. Need for a reserve was raised.Motion: to direct Steering Committee to look into need to establish areserve fund within our budget. Moved, seconded and passed unanimously.MEMBERSHIP/DATABASE (Elizabeth Smith):Total of 82 members: 67 lifetime, 9 honorary, 6 yearly.Check out our website:www.gsalumnorcal.orgFeaturing:Mid-Year Meeting MinutesGreetings from the ChairDid You Know?Officer NominationsWomen’s Weekend Info & FlyerTrefoil Guild ReportCelebrating PrideHayward Cabin UpdateMaker’s MarketHoliday Extravaganza 2022Daisy Bridgingand more GSA –Girl Scout Alumnae ofNorthern California,San Francisco Bay Areais on Facebook.Email:Wendie Wu: wubbuwu@sbcglobal.netif you want to join.COMMITTEE REPORTSNewsletter/Directory (NormandieRoss): Current newsletter online.Photos with captions and names, aswell as articles welcomed. Nextnewsletter deadline July 4, 2022.Product Sales (Marcia McGallian):No sales, no resupplies. NancyJohnsen has name of new supplier ifneeded.Meeting attendees outside ScoutGold Award (Marcia McGallian):House: Barb Scheifler, Sara Johnson,Crow Canyon Country Club veryMichelle Luster and Carol McMillan.difficult to deal with in person. Had itvirtual in 2022.Thanks to KindraMendall for all technical assistance and to the entire committee for theirhelp.Video available on our website. Switching to The Bridges Golf Club,San Ramon, for January 8, 2023.Very cooperative managers there.Website (Kindra Mendall): Added page for Gold Award with the 2022virtual celebration video.Password: kindnessDiscoveree (Kindra Mendall):Saturday, March 12, 2022 at IVCMiddle School, Union City. 6-8 GSA asworkshop leaders!! Becky Simpsonthere with table for World Centers.Barb Scheifler there with GSA table.Perhaps no need for GSA wear butMore meeting attendees: Brena Baileygood to have a presence withSara Johnson, Normandie Ross, Bettybrochures, memberships forms and Tocchini and Martha Bratton.GSA cards.continued on page 10
Greetings from the ChairIt’s Summertime!G S AGirl Scout AlumnaeOFFICERSChairAmy Bowersserralily@gmail.comVice-ChairKaren Johnsonhulahale@gmail.comSecretaryBarb Scheiflerdiversity1211@comcast.netTreasurerPhyllis Graycinderellaspet@aol.comMost RecentRetired ChairPatti p &Database Mgr.Jeanette Bemisjbemis@ccsf.eduElizabeth Smithgsjewelz2@gmail.comNewsletter GuruNormandie RossNormandieR@gmail.comArm Twisting &Nominating CommitteePatti Fiskepelward@comcast.netCarol McMillan carolsmcmillan@yahoo.comMichelle Luster Michelleluster@yahoo.comProofreader ExtraordinaireCarol McMillancarolsmcmillan@yahoo.comGold Award Event Chair& Product Sales Marcia McGallianthe3macs@comcast.netWebsite QueenI hope you are enjoying the warmer weather, spending more timeoutdoors, and hopefully getting some vacation time on the books. Mostrecently, I have been enjoying working on small projects in our yard orgrilling up dinner on our back patio. It’s amazing how a little time outdoorscan be so restorative.Speaking of, Women’s Weekend is back and this year’s theme is “Relax,Restore & Reconnect”. We invite you all to join us for this fun-filledweekend at Camp Bothin, to relax, connect with friends and make newones, sing songs, get crafty, and enjoy each other's company. Our AnnualMeeting will be held on the Saturday of Women’s Weekend. Keep in mindthat Women’s Weekend is not just for GSA members, which makes it theperfect event to invite a friend and introduce them to what we are allabout. Registration is open through August 27th - look for more info in thisnewsletter or on the GSA website. I hope to see you there.Next will be Holiday Extravaganza (November 11-13) and volunteers arealways needed to make this weekend a success. This is an annual eventGSA has put on for Girl Scouts in 6-12th grades to spend a weekend awaymaking crafts they can gift to family members during the holidays. If youwould like to volunteer to help, have craft ideas, or would like to lead acraft during Holiday Extravaganza, please reach out to Martha Bratton.As usual, I’d love to hear from you about ideas you may have for GSA,whether it be a quick suggestion or a new way for us to get involved in theGirl Scout Community. Feel free to email me at serralily@gmail.com.Stay safe,Amy BowersGSA Chair, Northern California San Francisco Bay AreaKindra Mendallkmendall@att.netWomen’s WeekendChairCarol McMillancarolsmcmillan@yahoo.comGSA E-mail address:info@gsalumnorcal.orgGSA Directory Changes & Corrections Normandie Ross (-Rocans)2343 Summercreek Dr. #75Santa Rosa, CA 95404 Vorisia HendersonCell: (559) 737-3388Please let Elizabeth and Normandie know when you have moved,changed your phone or email:gsjewelz2@gmail.com (new email) NormandieR@gmail.com2
UPCOMING EVENTS4 HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA z- 2022 Our annual Girl Scout Alumnae holiday event, Holiday Extravaganza, will take place atCamp Bothin November 11-13, 2022. This great weekend for girls 6th grade and upgives them the opportunity to create holiday gifts for family and friends, as well ashaving fun with their friends. We are seeking volunteers who can provide a workshopfor older girls. Let us know if you have any questions.Thanks, Martha and Carleendpueblos@aol.com holiday-extravaganza.htmlGirl Scout Hayward Cabin has new lights!!!By Barbara ScheiflerThanks to GSA, the Girl Scout Hayward Cabin has newlights and brightness has returned!! GSA membersElizabeth Smith and Barb Scheifler submitted a fundingAs we have a mission to support our GS troops, we feltthis expenditure would greatly improve a space alreadyhighly used.The currentindoor lightingwas original tothe 1950’scabin!! Theinteriordimnessusually forcedthe usersoutside forbetter lighting.proposal at our March 12, 2022 Mid-Year Meeting for upto 1,000 for new lighting for the interior of the HaywardCabin. This cabin is used by GSA for meetings, gatheringsand our 2021 Living Covida Loca. But, it is mainly usedby Dos Pueblos and Chabot Service Units 20-40 times peryear plus for their summer camps. It is also used by GSCouncil for training. Its dim lighting has been a problemfor all these users.So GSA member Kim Catano-Colantuano took it uponherself to purchase new lights and then rounded up herhusband, Jeff and retired membership developmentmanager at GS Northern California Georgia Kopel’s son,Drew Kopel (an electrician) to voluntarily install thewiring and new lights. Because it took less lights thanpurchased for the largeroom, the extra lightswere installed in thebathroom and kitchen.Kudos, hugs and smilesto Jeff, Derek and Kimfor tackling this longneeded project. Andthanks to GSA for thefunding. Light has now returned to our Hayward Cabin!!!!3
Officer Nominationsand ElectionFor 2022-2023By Michelle LusterThe nominating committee has received agreementfrom the following officers for Girl Scout Alumnae toserve another term.According to the GSA Guidelines:“Officers can beelected for the same office, not to exceed two termsin succession.”ChairVice-ChairTreasurerSecretaryBy Karen JohnsonI’m happy to announce a NEW highlight atWomen's Weekend '22: The Maker's Market!Come see what's for sale in the Makery Gallery.Do you make handmade items to sell/give away?Are you willing to donate them to GSA for adiverse and exciting fundraiser? Maybe you're nota crafter but you harvest honey, make jams, growsucculents or have a technology hack to share.Price and bring your items for the gallery exhibitand see who will take them home.Amy BowersKaren JohnsonPhyllis GrayBarbara ScheiflerAny GSA member in good standing may submit theirname for election to office. In addition, if you’reinterested in running for an office you can ask toshadow an existing officer.Reminder: Election will take place at the GeneralMeeting during Women’s Weekend on Saturday,September 10, 2022.Here are some towels I've been working on tocontribute to: Maker's Market '22: 100% purecombed cotton dish towels, absorbent, with ahanging loop, and personalized with “GSA WW'22Bothin.”Time Commitment: There are only two generalmeetings – held at Women’s Weekend in Septemberat Bothin Camp and one in Spring around March(location changes). The Steering Committeenormally holds at least two meetings outside regularmeetings each year. The activities, events, andfundraisers are determined by the membership. Ifyou’re interested in volunteering, please contact oneof the Nomination Committee members shownbelow to find out more or express your interest.See you there (with my new matching prosthetichip. Hip Hip Hooray).Nomination Committee:Patti Fiske, 415-827-5025, pelward@comcast.netCarol McMillan, 510 223-3052 (no text)CarolSMcMillan@yahoo.comMichelle Luster, 650 315-9070Michelleluster@yahoo.com4
PRIDE!DAISY CAMP!By Merry NailBy Karen JohnsonKaren Johnson celebrated Pride with herpreschool students in a parade around the park.Her parade float was fashioned from the medicalrolling walker she’s been sporting since hipreplacement surgery. The next day she gottogether with PattiFiske, TheresaNorthcuttand Phyllis Gray fora rainbow themedcraft session onZoom to scrapbookall of the preschoolparty photos.Merry gives Ava her new Brownie Vest.The Pandemic found GSA members Merry Nail andJeanette Bemis both living in Santa Cruz County.Naturally they became volunteer leaders with GS ofCalifornia’s Central Coast, holding “Daisy Camp” inthe Paradise Park picnic grounds on Thursdayafternoons. This Fall they plan to have a combinedDaisy/Brownie troop.5
TREFOIL GUILD/OST USA CONFERENCEBy Kindra MendallTrina Merriman and I attended the firsttriennial Trefoil Guild / OST USA meeting inDallas, Texas April 1-4. A little background,in the UK and UK Affiliated Girl Guidingcountries, the Trefoil Guild is the adultversion of a Girl Guide. When you age out ofGirl Guiding at age 18 you can become amember of a Trefoil Guild in your area andsupport the organization as an adult. Thereis nothing like this in the United States. Sohere, different groups have formed indifferent councils all over the country to fillthis void (our group included). Some ofthese groups are Trefoil Guilds, some areAbove: Opening Ceremony.Order of the Silver Trefoil groups (which require a 25year membership in Girl Scouts to join), some areGreen Hats, some are Roundup Meeting groups andthere are many more types. The Trefoil Guild/OSTUSA met in Louisville Kentucky three years ago to'officially' become an organization and createguidelines for this effort. They agreed they wouldmeet again officially in three years and this was thatconference.Twelve different alumni groups were representedfrom around the country including California (us),Oregon, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, Arizona, NewMexico, Kentucky, New York, North Carolina,Pennsylvania, and Texas, our host. At the meeting wenetworked, met with the council Vice President forAlumni Engagement, and met the National VolunteerPartners helping with this movement. The goal of thisgroup is to organize the various alumni groups in theUnited States under a national umbrella. During theconference's plenary session, we elected a new boardand it was announced that we would meet inAbove: Opening ceremony display. Small flags represent memberstates.6
TREFOIL GUILD/OST USA CONFERENCEcontinuedinformation my way (gsaspen@comcast.net) as allthe delegates were tasked with reaching out throughall our individual networks to try to find these groupsin whatever form they may be, and see if they want tobecome part of this national organization. Luckily ourdues are small ( 25 per organization) so thecommitment is small but the potential benefit istremendous.Above: Kindra and a national partner. She’s been a Girl Scout forover 65 years!Nashville, Tennessee in 2025. I was elected to theNational Board as a member-at-large and will behelping to move the group forward. Our next step is totry to recruit more alumnae groups to our nationaleffort.The beauty of this group is they are trying to be abroad umbrella so you do not have to be officially anOST group or a Trefoil Guild group to be a member,just an adult group supporting the Girl Scoutmovement. So here is my ask of all of you. If youknow a Girl Scout in another Council pleasecontact them and ask if they have an adultgroup in their Council. And/or send their contactAbove: Hanging around the campfire.It was an honor to represent our group and to hearhow strong our group is relative to some of the others.And I give kudos to the founders of GSA and everyonewho has worked so hard over the past 30 years tokeep it the amazing organization it is. I look forward toLeft: The new TB/OST board.7
TREFOIL GUILD/OST USA CONFERENCEcontinuedsharing future updates on theNational Trefoil Guild/OST USAorganization in our futurenewsletters.At the end of the event everyoneattending received the officialTrefoil Guild/OST USA memberpin with our lovely new logo. Iagreed that I will be building awebsite for our nationalorganization as one does not existcurrently and it makes it very hardfor people to connect with us.Above: A plenery session in the mainhall.Right: A typicalworkshop.Below: Trina leading the campfiregroup in Sister, Sister.P.S. I wore my leader vest withthe Adulting 101 patch on theback and there wastremendous interest in it. So Iwant to thank you all for beingwilling to support thatprogram.8
TREFOIL GUILD/OST USA CONFERENCEcontinuedAbove: Around the campfire.Above: The entire delegation.9
ANNUAL MEETING MINUTES(continued from page 1)Kindra to be chair in mid-March, 2023 and needs a new venuedue to parking issues. East Bay is a good, central location. Newvenue needs to accommodate 30 workshop rooms and 300parking spots.Always looking for volunteers to lead workshops aswell as help out on the day. Date forDiscoveree 2023 will be determined duringthe June Discoveree Committee meeting.Cabin. Moved, seconded and passed unanimouslyTrefoil Guild/OST USA delegates (Becky Simpson): KindraMendall and Trina Merriman are our 2 delegates to the firsttriennial gathering, April 1-4, 2022, in Dallas TX. They will reportback at our Annual Meeting in September.Discussed the importance of being involved with Trefoil Guild(which connects GS alumnae groups across the globe).Fun Committee (Becky Simpson):Nancy Johnsen led an enjoyable walkingtour in SF. Karen Johnson teaches amonthly online Zoom yoga class.VorisiaHenderson hosted Scrap-a-ganza inFebruary at the Native Daughters home, SF(eight people attended). 2023 date TBDFun Committee (Becky Simpson): Planning another SFwalking tour. Possible trip, a long weekend in early or late 2023,to Savannah GA.Camp Ida Smith funding proposal update (NancyJohnsen): Presented to Steering Committee in November,2021, for signage at camp. Land owned by SF Water Dept.Hopefully to hear back from them re: reupping GS lease. If so,funding proposal will be considered at our Annual Meeting inSeptember, 2022.The fireplace at theHoliday Extravaganza (MarthaScout House.Bratton): Didn’t happen in 2021.Perhaps having it a 1-day for 100 attendees. Martha to askCarleen Butz if she wants to stay on as co-chair. Membershipexpressed interest in keeping it a weekend event. Discussedhaving it at Bothin, November 4-6, 2022. Carol will call Councilre: booking date for Bothin (we got the next weekend – Nov. 1113). Committee formed: Patti Fiske, Carol McMillan, AmyBowers, Marcia McGallian,Martha Bratton, ElizabethSmith to help plan theweekend.Honorary Lifetime Awardee (AmyBowers): Theresa Northcutt wantedto thank everyone in person for thisaward given at our Zoom AnnualMeeting last September. Amypresented her with her certificate.Council: Marcia McGallian is ourdelegate-at-large to Council.Women’s Weekend(Carol McMillan): Carolcontacted Council and setthe date for Bothin,September 9-11, 2022.Theme: Relax, Restore,Reconnect. No chair but to More meeting attendees.be run by committees formeals, crafts, registration, etc. Carol McMillan will coordinate thecommittees.Meeting was adjourned.Upcoming dates:Yoga class with Karen JohnsonMonthly – Third MondayNEW BUSINESSSummer Newsletter deadlineJuly 4, 2022New nominating committee (Amy Bowers): MichelleLuster & Patti Fiske volunteered.Funding Proposals (Elizabeth Smith): New Lighting forHayward Cabin, up to 1000 (full proposalprintouts on the tablesand on our websiteunder MeetingsMinutes–SteeringCommittee – Feb. 9,2022)).What is the costof installation? No cost.Volunteer to install. Motion: To allocateup to 1000 for newlighting at HaywardTheresa and Amy.Friends of WAGGS WorldCenters: Jeanette Bemis announced that Our Chalet iscelebrating its 90th birthday in September, 2022. Pax is hostingthe Friends in March, 2023. A trip to New Zealand is planned for2024.Women’s Weekend at BothinSeptember 9-11, 2022Annual Meeting during Women’s WeekendSeptember 10, 2022The end of meeting cleanupcrew: Phyllis Gray, KathyJeanneret and Amy BowersElizabeth Smith and otherattendees during meetingdiscussion.10
Yoga with Karen Classes:Did You Know?3rd Monday of the Month, 6:30 PMFuture Dates:by Farris HorakAugust 15, 2022 September 19, 2022October 17, 2022That Juliette Low enjoyed playing the game of jacks as ayoung girl?https://zoom.us/j/93900523040Meeting ID: 939 0052 3040 Passcode: 0That in the 1940s a group of Girl Scouts in York, Maineofficially named a suspension bridge located there theWiggly Bridge because it did?That in 1922 Berkeley organized its first troop?That there is a Girl Scout program, established in 1992,called “Beyond Bars” for girls with incarcerated mothers?That the first USA GS OVERSEAS LONE TROOP ONFOREIGN SOIL registered was in Shanghai, China in1928?That in 1920 Juliette Low was one of the first women tofly in a monoplane?That the GS were presented with 3 Piper Cub Airplanesby William T Piper in 1945 as recognition of theoutstanding work of the Wing Scouting?That the English World Center has had several namesand locations in London, England: Our Ark, Olave House,and Pax Lodge?That Madeleine Albright, former Secretary of state, was aGirl Scout (not a Guide) in Prague, Czechoslavakia?That of Juliette Low’s grandfathers, one helped establishthe city of Chicago and the other helped establish theCentral of Georgia Railroad?I already know how great GSA –Girl Scout Alumnae of Northern California,San Francisco Bay Area is!Renew Your MembershipJoin us! or Send me more :Zip:e-Mail:If you’re new, how did you learn about us? Friend in GSA Council Event 20.00 Annual GSA Regular Membership* Donation (your choice) Website OtherFREE for One Year – For Gold Award recipientsI want to join, but need financial aid (you’ll be contacted by us)Lifetime Membership Available 100.00My check is enclosed, made payable to Girl Scout Alumnae (GSA).Please let us know your GSUSA membership status, by checking one space belowI am a Lifetime Member of GSUSAI am a current paid member of Girl ScoutsMembership year is: October 1st – September 30thI am currently not a paid member of Girl ScoutsPLEASE COMPLETE AND MAIL THIS FORM TO:Girl Scout Alumnae of Northern California, San Francisco Bay Area (GSA), 1722 Via Chorro, San Lorenzo, CA 94580*Dues must be paid by September 30th to get the discount for WW.
Women’s Weekend 2022September 9, 2022 –September 11, 2022Women’s Weekend is an annual fun-filled weekend where GS NorCal Alums (GSA)get together at Camp Bothin on the weekend after Labor Day. We relax, reconnectwith friends and make new ones, sing songs, get crafty, and enjoy the things thatmake us Girl Scouts (even if you never were one as a girl!).When: Friday, September 9th, after 4pm – Sunday, September 11th at 11amWho: GSA members and friends (you do not have to be a member to attend)Where: Camp Bothin in Fairfax, CA (Marin County)Activities Arts & Crafts – There will be several guided and self-directed craft projects. If you wouldlike to lead or suggest a craft for WW, please contact Martha Bratton via email atdpueblos@aol.comYoga – Our very own Karen Johnson will lead yoga classes appropriate for all ages and skilllevels.Bizarre Bazaar – This annual tradition allows you to get rid of some perfectly good itemsthat you no longer want. Bring your items to donate, take what you’d like, and make adonation to GSA. Just remember, if no one claims your items, you must bring them backhome with you.Maker’s Market (NEW) – Do you make handmade items to sell/give away? Are you willingto donate them to GSA? Price and bring your items and any proceeds from sales will bedonated to GSA.Chair Massage – Enjoy a 10-minute chair massage for a small extra fee. Be sure to claimyour spot when you register, one per person, as spots are limited.Annual Meeting – The GSA annual meeting is held during lunch on Saturday. GSAMembership includes the right to vote on GSA related business, helping to shape ourvolunteer organization and continue to support the Girl Scout Community we love!Afternoon Tea – Join us for tea on Saturday afternoon. Hats and gloves encouraged!
Women’s Weekend 2022Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat Covid precautions are being taken? Our Covid-19 measures are subject to change asguidance from GSNorCal changes. Currently, we are requiring proof of a negative Covid-19 testwithin 72 hours prior to your planned arrival at the event. We are not planning to require attendeesto wear a mask and meals will be served inside the dining hall. You may, of course, choose towear a mask.Where will I sleep? Camp Bothin has a variety of houses with bunkbeds and sharedbathrooms. A cot and mattress are provided; you must bring your pillow/linens/sleeping bag. Thebathrooms in the houses are all recently renovated and ADA accessible. There are a limitednumber of first floor beds. If you need one for ADA reasons, please note that when you register.What will I eat? Meals are served communally at the dining hall. You will receive breakfast,lunch, and dinner on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday morning before heading home. (Fridaynight dinner will not be provided so please plan on eating prior to arriving or bring a brown bagdinner.) Some special food requirements can be accommodated but MUST be communicatedduring registration.Should I bring extra food/snacks? It is not necessary unless you have dietary needs.What if I need Special Accommodations? If you have food allergies/dietary restrictions, mobilityissues, or need electricity for a medical device, please communicate your needs on yourregistration form.Will I have to do kapers? Everyone at camp is expected to do kapers. A kaper is a job or chorethat is assigned, usually on a kaper chart. During registration, you can sign up for kapers. Pleasedo your part to help out. All attendees are expected to clean and sweep sleeping areas andperform your kapers before leaving camp. Many hands make light work!What forms do I need? You must bring with you a completed GSNorCal Adult HealthForm. (This is a new, more extensive health form - please begin filling it in early.)May I bring my minor children or pet? No, this is an event for registered adults (18 and over)only. Working service dogs are allowed.What is the terrain like at Camp Bothin? The terrain is mostly flat, with paved roads, gravelparking lots, and the houses have stairs.Still have questions? Specific questions about WW22 that are not addressed here, should beemailed to Carol McMillan via email at carolsmcmillan@yahoo.com.
Women’s Weekend 2022REGISTRATION FORMWhen:September 9, 10, & 11 (the weekend after Labor Day)Check-in begins at 4pm Friday; please bring your own dinnerWhere:Henry Bothin Youth Center, Marin CountyWho:Girl Scout Women -- GSA members, friends, familyCost:Only 79 GS Alumnae members, 99 non membersIncludes indoor or outdoor sleeping, meals, snacks,most craft supplies, and fun activities.What:Bring your book or craft or friend! Enjoy great GS fellowship. “Make newfriends and keep the old.”Please PrintName: Email:Address:Phone (day): (eve) (cell)Women’s Weekend Registration – GS Alumnae Members 79Women’s Weekend Registration – not a GS Alumnae Member 99Chair Massage (back/neck) – ten minutes for 10 (limit 1/person) I need Financial Aid – I can pay I would like to contribute to the Financial Aid fund,so others may attend Enclosed is my check (Payable to GSA) total Dietary restrictions Special accommodations (first floor rooms are limited)Mail check and this registration form to: GSA Women’s Weekend 2022c/o Elizabeth Smith, 1722 Via Chorro, San Lorenzo, CA 94580or Register and pay online via the GSA websitehttps://www.gsalumnorcal.org/ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE DUE BY AUGUST 27, 2022Late fee of 10 for all registrations received after this date.Any questions? Contact Carol McMillan CarolSMcMillan@yahoo.com
Girl Scout Alumnae of Northern California San Francisco Bay Area MID-YEARMEETINGMINUTES Saturday, March 12, 2022 12:30 - 1:30 pm Carlton Corners Scout House, San Bruno, CA Respectfully submitted by Secretary, Barb Scheifler WELCOME (Amy Bowers, chair): Attendees introduced themselves. PLEDGE/PROMISE: (Amy Bowers)
