MINUTES

FLORIDIAN BOARD MEETING May 4, 2009

The meeting was called to order at 9:34am by Vice President Judy Berger.  In attendance were:

JoAnn Gulvezan, Linda Supakoff, Brenda McGinnis, Cynthia Cowdrey, Sandra Helt, Lorraine Geiser, Ron Robinson, John & Jean Kapps and Sue Mackay.

The April minutes were approved as submitted.

Treasurer’s Report

JoAnn reported that we have a current balance of $3,554.26.

The previous month’s balance was $3,920.48

Membership

Mary was unable to attend the meeting. As of April 6^th, we had 209 members. Sandy mentioned that Mary will be away June & July. Therefore, the name tags for our new members, will not be available at the General Meeting(s).

Committee Reports

         Eat, Drink and Be Merry

                   Food & Friends

                   The next dinner will be May 22^nd. The Cowdreys and the Schindler’s will be the hosts.  Cynthia said there is room for one more couple. There are enough hostesses for the rest of the year.

                    Ladies Lunch Bunch

                    The May 13^th lunch will be held at Janice Creutzman’s home. 21 ladies have signed up. The theme is “Beach Blanket Bingo.”  Beach attire, cover-ups and bathing suits (for those who wish to swim) are the fashions for the day.

                    Meet & Greet           

                  As we were very happy with Jack’s at last month’s Meet & Greet, we will be going back there for our May 7^th gathering.

         Fun n Sun

                  Out and About

                    20 members attended the April 24^th Mystery Trip. The destination was to the local Water Treatment Plant. A very interesting and informational guided tour was given along with “Goodie Bags.” Afterwards, many enjoyed a tasty lunch at Portofino’s.  The food, service and price were very good.  A trip to the Ringling Museum is planned for May 15^th.

                     Dine Around

                     On April 15^th, 14 diners enjoyed a delicious meal at The Verandah in Ft. Myers. The staff was very gracious, the food and the service was excellent, with the waiter entertaining the table through-out the meal.

                     Dinner at Pagelli’s Italiano Restaurant in Estero is planned for May 11. 5 couples have signed up thus far.

                   The Capps will be leaving for the summer. Therefore, no plans have been made for June‘s Dine Around.  Judy will see if we can combine the June Dine Around with the June 19^th Out & About Dinner Theater show in Ft. Myers. The Golden Apple or Palm restaurants are being considered.

                   Movie Time

                   On April 29^th, 15 members saw the movie “The Soloist.” and dined at Chilies. Chilies is currently offering 10 meals under $7.00. Joan Dickson is coordinating the combining of Movie Time with Dine Around during the summer months.

Sports and Games

Ron Robinson indicated that, due to a lot of Snowbirds leaving for the summer, The Floridians Ladies Minor League golf and Men’s golf groups will be halted until the fall.

                   Ron Robinson is trying to organize a 10 day Princess Cruise leaving 12/4/09. Thus far, 3 couples have signed up. There is a group rate for the first 8 couples. Prices are subject to change. The Newcomers have been invited to join us.  Mary Gienko will be our Travel Agent.

                   The Commentator

                     The deadline for additions to the June Commentator is May 10^th. 

Old Business   

           For the May11^th General Meeting, 40 members have signed up for the picnic at the PGICA Pavilion.

                   The Golden Corral will provide the main course with members providing the side dishes, appetizers and desserts.   Members will provide their own drinks. Board members will come early (4:30PM) to help set up. At the end of the dinner, Judy Berger will make sure that everything is wiped down and all trash picked up and properly disposed of.  The upcoming fashion show will be announced. Sign-up sheets the fashion show and other upcoming events will be available.

New Business

                     As a remembrance of all the contributions to PG & the PGICA made by Anne Moeller, the Board unanimously voted to meet with local nurseries to determine the best type of bush to plant in her name. More discussion will be had as to where it will be planted. We also discussed the possibility of the Floridians donating a plaque in Anne’s name and where it can be placed. We will ask Anne’s sister, Mary Jollett, if she is in agreement with our ideas.

                     Carol Nieberline and Rebecca Diemer from The Newcomers came to discuss their ideas for Fund Raisers in which they would like the Floridians participation.  One of their ideas is to have a silent auction style show, with hopes of getting local stores to model their clothes. The anticipated date for the Style Show is February 19, 2010.

                  Judy stated our policies are for local charities and that we would like to be doing these kinds of things with the Newcomers.  We will get back to Carol & Rebecca after the Board discusses this request.

                  Sandra motioned that the Floridians offer our support in planning a benefit/charity event with the Newcomers. Linda S. seconded the motion.  The motion was approved.

                      The Board needs to have a Nominating Committee in place by summer to identify possibilities for the 2010 Board and the Chairperson. Sandra and Brenda have offered to be on the Committee. The new Board possibilities will be called in August.  Brenda has offered to write an E-mail to the membership. Judy will review the E-mail prior to sending.

                  The meeting was adjourned at 10.50AM