I. Call to Order 10:03am. April minutes were approved.
II. Treasurer's and Paid Members Report: Kathy Kolcaba. We have a checking account balance of $9949.83. $500 was paid to Insurance Diversified for our insurance policy. We currently have 142 members. Report approved.
III. Membership Committee Report: George Lupone. The committee met. Follow-up phone calls were made to those who paid in 2008. We have received four additional memberships as a result. Judy Kramer’s technique works well: Call the person, tell them we are having a membership drive, ask if they are receiving the emails, ask if they would like to rejoin. The importance of contacting those on the attendance sheets from Patriot events was discussed. The committee will focus on maintaining and expanding the base. Report approved.
IV. Advocacy Committee Report: Ed Fire
A. Cuyahoga County New Government Structure--Financing of Campaigns Report. Becky Thomas is a member of the Cuyahoga County Campaign Finance Reform Committee (organized by County Prosecutor, Bill Mason).
B. Review of qualifications of Cuyahoga County Council District 6 Candidates, including setting a date for a District 6 "Candidates Night." Becky Thomas will set a date for district 6 candidates to talk to us prior to the September 7th primary.
Report approved
V. Education Committee Report: Judy Kramer. Pat Moore will present his Economic Forum this Saturday (May 15) at the CF. Library. June 12 – Bill Rowe and Jana Theis will hold The Family Book Talk. June 26 – membership meeting. August – Sustainability Meeting. Report approved.
VI. Old Business:
A. Discussion of June 19 membership Meeting: The meeting has been changed to June 26 due to availability of the meeting room.
1. Agenda. We are not allowed to support candidates at the CF Library. The township Hall or Hamlet would be alternative meeting places.
2. Focus Groups on:
a) 2010 Elections Voter registration: Contact Ray DiCarlo (healthcareforall@mac.com) to register voters at the City of Bedford picnic on August 15 (3-5pm). Ellenwood School (124 Ellenwood, Bedford).
b) The Economy
c) Sustainability and Food
d) Campaign Finance Reform
e) Health Care reform
VII. Report on Meeting with representative of Senator Sherrod Brown, Max Blachman regarding US Senate legislation on campaign finance reform: Meeting Attendees. Eight members of P4C plus Preeti Gill from the Coffee Party attended. It was a positive meeting. Mr. Blachman was asked about the Fair Election Act. Sherrod Brown is currently concerned with the Supreme Court decision on Citizens United.
VIII. Report on new Patriots for Change brochure: Lynne Rustad. Lynne is continuing to work on the brochure.
IX. New Business:
A. Discussion on possible fundraiser in connection with a Cavaliers play off game.
B. Other New Business? Invite Preeti Gill and other members of the Coffee Party to our June membership meeting. Judy Kramer brought up gun control. It was suggested that individual members contact Lori O’Neill if they want to become involved.
X. Adjournment
Rick Taft, candidate in Democratic Primary for Cuyahoga County Council District 6 spoke with the Steering Committee.
Respectfully submitted
Lori Muller-Zaim, Secretary
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Saturday, May 1, 2010
April 13, 2010 Steering Committee Minutes
Present: Ed Fire, Kathy Kolcaba, Debbie Thomas, Elliott Berenson, Diana Nazelli, Ray DiCarlo, Judy Kramer, Bill Rowe, George Lupone, Lori Zaim, Fran Dryer, Becky Thomas, Lynne Rustad
I. Call to Order. Meeting called to order @ 10:07am.
II. Approval of minutes of March 20 Membership Meeting. Approved with a minor change.
III. Treasurer's Report: Kathy Kolcaba. At the end of the first quarter our balance was $10,981.31. After paying rent & utilities ($408) and a membership deposit ($155) our current balance is $10,727.38. Two successful fundraisers have contributed to our healthy balance.
IV. Membership Report: Kathy Kolcaba and Lori Zaim. 135 individuals and 101 memberships.
V. Membership Committee Report: George Lupone. One more membership meeting will take place to assess our status.
VI. Advocacy Committee Report: Becky Thomas.
• We will ask for a membership vote to approve our proposed agenda for the upcoming year.
• An email was sent asking members to contact their legislators supporting the Fair Elections Act.
• Susan Alcorn has issued an invitation to join her at the City Club on Friday, April 23rd for a discussion of sustainable food ($15.00).
• Jennifer Brunner & Lee Fisher will speak from The City Club today (4/13) at 12:39 (WCPN).
• Reception for Jennifer Brunner this afternoon in Solon.
• The movie Fresh (Michael Pollan) will be shown at Noon at the Solon Theater on April 24th.
• Drop off any unwanted electronics at the Whole Foods on Chagrin Blvd, on April 17th.
• Senator Voinovich voted to eliminate the filibuster. He was one of only four Republicans to end the Republican led filibuster to deny an extension of Unemployment Insurance benefits. The bill was then passed and signed into law by President Obama. Voinovich deserves credit for recognizing the pain and suffering many thousands of long-term unemployed Americans are forced to go through.
• The Steering Committee will recommend supporting State Issue 1 and Cuyahoga Issue 15 in the May primary.
VII. Education Committee Report: Judy Kramer, Jana Theis, Claire Rahn, Bill Rowe.
• Greg Coleridge to speak April 17.
• The Family. June 12th led by Bill Rowe & Jana Theis
• Financial Reform May 15 (Pat Moore).
• Diane Nazelli will send a press release of upcoming events to the CVTimes
VIII. Old Business:
A. Repairs to Office, Renewal of Lease and Renewal of Liability Insurance Policy: Ed Fire. The new lease is identical to last year’s. Lights and drawers have been repaired. More discussion about paint v. wallpaper. Judy will take over discussion & negotiations with Kristen (from Shibley Mgmt). The liability policy (Insurance Diversified) is up for renewal ($500). The policy will be reviewed to determine what it covers.
B. Discussion on Implementation of Membership Meeting Focus Group Items:
1. 2010 Elections.
a. May 4th Primary Election. The Steering Committee will recommend to the membership that we support State Issue 1 and Cuyahoga County Issue 15.
2. The Economy.
3. Sustainability and Food
4. Campaign Finance Reform.
5. Continuing Health Care Reform.
C. Discuss plans for June 19 Membership Meeting.
D. Report on new Coffee Party organization: Judy Kramer. There has been an active group meeting at the Borders in La Place. Each group met with their congressman. A new meeting (14th district) has been started in Solon. The Coffee Party is interested in Civility, Campaign Finance Reform, & Financial Reform.
E. May 14-15 Relay for Life: Lori Zaim. The Relay starts @ 6pm on Friday and runs through noon on Saturday. Our team, Answer to Cancer, will walk the track at Chagrin Falls H.S for the entire 18 hours. To sign up for the team, purchase luminaries or to make a donation contact Lori.
IX. New Business:
A. Discuss Dennis Raymond's idea of conducting an updated survey of our Patriots for Change membership. We will consider conducting a survey of the membership in 2011. The priorities have been set for the 2010 year already.
B. "March to Fulfill the Dream:" Ray DiCarlo. Poor People’s Economic Human Rights Campaign will stop in Cleveland (June 5,6,7&8) on its march from New Orleans to Detroit. Ray will provide information on how we can help the cause.
C. Coalition of Labor Union (CLUW) May 22 Cleveland Conference: Ed Fire. The AFL-CIO will hold the first annual event. Speakers will include Marcia Fudge, Betty Sutton, Free breakfast and lunch.
D. Other new Business
• Lynne Rustad has created a new P4C brochure with color pictures. Diana Nazelli’s family business will cover the printing costs.
• Blossom time – We will look into an application to participate in the parade.
• We decided that all non-member guest speakers should be offered a $50 honorarium.
X. Adjournment. 11:45
I. Call to Order. Meeting called to order @ 10:07am.
II. Approval of minutes of March 20 Membership Meeting. Approved with a minor change.
III. Treasurer's Report: Kathy Kolcaba. At the end of the first quarter our balance was $10,981.31. After paying rent & utilities ($408) and a membership deposit ($155) our current balance is $10,727.38. Two successful fundraisers have contributed to our healthy balance.
IV. Membership Report: Kathy Kolcaba and Lori Zaim. 135 individuals and 101 memberships.
V. Membership Committee Report: George Lupone. One more membership meeting will take place to assess our status.
VI. Advocacy Committee Report: Becky Thomas.
• We will ask for a membership vote to approve our proposed agenda for the upcoming year.
• An email was sent asking members to contact their legislators supporting the Fair Elections Act.
• Susan Alcorn has issued an invitation to join her at the City Club on Friday, April 23rd for a discussion of sustainable food ($15.00).
• Jennifer Brunner & Lee Fisher will speak from The City Club today (4/13) at 12:39 (WCPN).
• Reception for Jennifer Brunner this afternoon in Solon.
• The movie Fresh (Michael Pollan) will be shown at Noon at the Solon Theater on April 24th.
• Drop off any unwanted electronics at the Whole Foods on Chagrin Blvd, on April 17th.
• Senator Voinovich voted to eliminate the filibuster. He was one of only four Republicans to end the Republican led filibuster to deny an extension of Unemployment Insurance benefits. The bill was then passed and signed into law by President Obama. Voinovich deserves credit for recognizing the pain and suffering many thousands of long-term unemployed Americans are forced to go through.
• The Steering Committee will recommend supporting State Issue 1 and Cuyahoga Issue 15 in the May primary.
VII. Education Committee Report: Judy Kramer, Jana Theis, Claire Rahn, Bill Rowe.
• Greg Coleridge to speak April 17.
• The Family. June 12th led by Bill Rowe & Jana Theis
• Financial Reform May 15 (Pat Moore).
• Diane Nazelli will send a press release of upcoming events to the CVTimes
VIII. Old Business:
A. Repairs to Office, Renewal of Lease and Renewal of Liability Insurance Policy: Ed Fire. The new lease is identical to last year’s. Lights and drawers have been repaired. More discussion about paint v. wallpaper. Judy will take over discussion & negotiations with Kristen (from Shibley Mgmt). The liability policy (Insurance Diversified) is up for renewal ($500). The policy will be reviewed to determine what it covers.
B. Discussion on Implementation of Membership Meeting Focus Group Items:
1. 2010 Elections.
a. May 4th Primary Election. The Steering Committee will recommend to the membership that we support State Issue 1 and Cuyahoga County Issue 15.
2. The Economy.
3. Sustainability and Food
4. Campaign Finance Reform.
5. Continuing Health Care Reform.
C. Discuss plans for June 19 Membership Meeting.
D. Report on new Coffee Party organization: Judy Kramer. There has been an active group meeting at the Borders in La Place. Each group met with their congressman. A new meeting (14th district) has been started in Solon. The Coffee Party is interested in Civility, Campaign Finance Reform, & Financial Reform.
E. May 14-15 Relay for Life: Lori Zaim. The Relay starts @ 6pm on Friday and runs through noon on Saturday. Our team, Answer to Cancer, will walk the track at Chagrin Falls H.S for the entire 18 hours. To sign up for the team, purchase luminaries or to make a donation contact Lori.
IX. New Business:
A. Discuss Dennis Raymond's idea of conducting an updated survey of our Patriots for Change membership. We will consider conducting a survey of the membership in 2011. The priorities have been set for the 2010 year already.
B. "March to Fulfill the Dream:" Ray DiCarlo. Poor People’s Economic Human Rights Campaign will stop in Cleveland (June 5,6,7&8) on its march from New Orleans to Detroit. Ray will provide information on how we can help the cause.
C. Coalition of Labor Union (CLUW) May 22 Cleveland Conference: Ed Fire. The AFL-CIO will hold the first annual event. Speakers will include Marcia Fudge, Betty Sutton, Free breakfast and lunch.
D. Other new Business
• Lynne Rustad has created a new P4C brochure with color pictures. Diana Nazelli’s family business will cover the printing costs.
• Blossom time – We will look into an application to participate in the parade.
• We decided that all non-member guest speakers should be offered a $50 honorarium.
X. Adjournment. 11:45
Sunday, April 11, 2010
March 9, 2010 Steering Committee Minutes
Present: Ed Fire, Claire Rahn, Becky Thomas, Ray Kolcaba, Judy Kramer, Ray DiCarlo, Debi Thomas, Lori Zaim
I. Approval of Minutes of February 9 Steering Committee meeting. Approved w/ minor changes.
II. Treasurer's Report: Ray Kolcaba. Current balance: $10,674.57. The Theater party raised $900.00. 124 members to date.
III. Membership Committee Report: Reminder phone calls were made.
IV. Advocacy Committee Report: Becky Thomas.
Becky is waiting to hear back from Marcia Fudge regarding her position on Campaign Finance Reform.
Health Care: Ed will draft a letter urging Patriots to contact their congressmen and include information on the recent NYT editorial regarding Health Care.
V. Education Committee Report: Judy Kramer, Claire Rahn. Greg Coleridge talk on April 17th. The Family will be the next book discussion. Date TBA. Education Committee meeting March 10.
VI. Old Business.
A. Renewal of Lease: Ed Fire It seems that our current location is the best location for now. Ed will contact Shibley management to request needed repairs. We will continue to pay month to month until repairs are made. Shibley management will contact us if a first floor space becomes available.
B. Plans for March 20 Membership Meeting: Becky Thomas. All steering committee members are urged to attend and to call two others to attend. Stephanie Spear is unavailable on March 20. The current line up is: Kelly Clark (Environmental Sustainability), Pat Moore (Economy and revitalization of CF Village), Judy Kramer (health care), Becky Thomas (Campaign Finance Reform), and Ed Fire (2010 Elections). We will break into discussion groups. Muffins and coffee will be provided.
VII. New Business.
A. Organizing for America--March 2 meeting: Judy Kramer, Becky Thomas, Ed Fire. Met w/ Greg Schultz & David Cook.
B. Formation of the Coffee Party organization. Coffee Party meeting @ LaPlace Borders. Alert interested members and RSVP for March 3 @ Noon. Car pool from office.
C. Voter Registration: Judy Kramer. Will mention @ March 20th meeting.
D. Governor Strickland visit to Geauga County on March 14. New Geauga Dems HQ is several doors down from former location.
E. Relay for Life, May 14/15: Lori reported and P4C will form a team to participate. 6pm until Noon the next day.
F. Other New Business
Elliott Berenson’s Letter to Editor.
Debi Thomas reported that Chagrin Valley Dems will meet at Hamlet in the Atrium on March 9th @ 7:30pm. Bill O’Neill and judicial candidates will participate.
Ray Kolcaba brought up the thought that U.S. job loss is due to deindustrialization, not the recession.
Adjourned @ 11:30.
Lori Zaim
I. Approval of Minutes of February 9 Steering Committee meeting. Approved w/ minor changes.
II. Treasurer's Report: Ray Kolcaba. Current balance: $10,674.57. The Theater party raised $900.00. 124 members to date.
III. Membership Committee Report: Reminder phone calls were made.
IV. Advocacy Committee Report: Becky Thomas.
Becky is waiting to hear back from Marcia Fudge regarding her position on Campaign Finance Reform.
Health Care: Ed will draft a letter urging Patriots to contact their congressmen and include information on the recent NYT editorial regarding Health Care.
V. Education Committee Report: Judy Kramer, Claire Rahn. Greg Coleridge talk on April 17th. The Family will be the next book discussion. Date TBA. Education Committee meeting March 10.
VI. Old Business.
A. Renewal of Lease: Ed Fire It seems that our current location is the best location for now. Ed will contact Shibley management to request needed repairs. We will continue to pay month to month until repairs are made. Shibley management will contact us if a first floor space becomes available.
B. Plans for March 20 Membership Meeting: Becky Thomas. All steering committee members are urged to attend and to call two others to attend. Stephanie Spear is unavailable on March 20. The current line up is: Kelly Clark (Environmental Sustainability), Pat Moore (Economy and revitalization of CF Village), Judy Kramer (health care), Becky Thomas (Campaign Finance Reform), and Ed Fire (2010 Elections). We will break into discussion groups. Muffins and coffee will be provided.
VII. New Business.
A. Organizing for America--March 2 meeting: Judy Kramer, Becky Thomas, Ed Fire. Met w/ Greg Schultz & David Cook.
B. Formation of the Coffee Party organization. Coffee Party meeting @ LaPlace Borders. Alert interested members and RSVP for March 3 @ Noon. Car pool from office.
C. Voter Registration: Judy Kramer. Will mention @ March 20th meeting.
D. Governor Strickland visit to Geauga County on March 14. New Geauga Dems HQ is several doors down from former location.
E. Relay for Life, May 14/15: Lori reported and P4C will form a team to participate. 6pm until Noon the next day.
F. Other New Business
Elliott Berenson’s Letter to Editor.
Debi Thomas reported that Chagrin Valley Dems will meet at Hamlet in the Atrium on March 9th @ 7:30pm. Bill O’Neill and judicial candidates will participate.
Ray Kolcaba brought up the thought that U.S. job loss is due to deindustrialization, not the recession.
Adjourned @ 11:30.
Lori Zaim
February 9, 2010 Steering Committee Minutes
Approval of Minutes: January Steering Committee Meeting Approved.
Treasurer's Report: Kathy Kolcaba. The checking account balance is $10,333.39 after paying February rent and January utilities. 112 individual members at present. Approved.
1. Report on potential new office/meeting sites. Kathy recommends the space @ 31 S. Franklin St. It is larger, modern and beautiful. There is no on-site parking but street parking is available. Becky, Ed and Kathy will visit proposed spaces and report back. We will continue to pay month-to-month rent at 139 Bell St and request improved storage, wi-fi, and carpet cleaning before signing the lease. Claire stressed the convenience of staying in our current location.
Membership Committee Report: George Lupone.
1. Possible cell phone calling session to recruit new members. Membership meeting February 17th @ 10:00am to divide call lists.
Advocacy Committee Report and Recommendations: Becky Thomas.
Issues for Patriots for 2010:
Campaign Finance Reform working with youstreet.org
Climate Change/Sustainability
Reforming Health Care
Gun Trafficking in Ohio
Economy through Jobs Creation
November Elections
We need to prioritize these based on member’s interests and involvement/leadership/energy. We would like to focus on specific goals that can be attained in the areas chosen. We will make this the topic of our Membership meeting March 20th. Brief presentations will be given on each topic. Then the members will break into interest groups to discuss specific ways we can educate, lobby and advocate for a particular issue.
Education Committee Report: Jana Theis, Judy Kramer, Claire Rahn, Bill Rowe.
• March 20 – General Meeting (no presentation by Education Committee).
• The Education Committee will meet on March 10 @ 10:00 in the office. All are welcome.
• On April 17 Greg Coleridge , Director of Economic Justice and Empowerment Programs of the NE Ohio American Friends Service Committee, will speak in the Chagrin Falls Library.
Old Business:
1. Results of membership vote on Bylaws: Lori Zaim. 22 yes and 1 no.
2. Theater Party Report: Kathy Kolcaba, Debi Thomas. 30/50 tickets sold to date. Steering Committee should bring food to share.
3. St. Patrick’s Day party cancelled.
New Business:
1. Policy on expenditures when members become ill or pass away. Patriots for Change will notify the membership and make no donation.
2. Ideas/Suggestions for Saturday, March 20 Membership Meeting at Chagrin Falls Library.
• Speaker on Iraq War? (March is the seventh anniversary of the start of the war.)
• Leave time at end of Membership Meeting for regular Saturday "Coffee and Conversation" session?
We will have an agenda-setting meeting for the year with input from the membership.
3. Other New Business? Diana Nazelli recommended visiting the Western Reserve Historical Society. The exhibit on President Lincoln is excellent.
Lori Zaim
Treasurer's Report: Kathy Kolcaba. The checking account balance is $10,333.39 after paying February rent and January utilities. 112 individual members at present. Approved.
1. Report on potential new office/meeting sites. Kathy recommends the space @ 31 S. Franklin St. It is larger, modern and beautiful. There is no on-site parking but street parking is available. Becky, Ed and Kathy will visit proposed spaces and report back. We will continue to pay month-to-month rent at 139 Bell St and request improved storage, wi-fi, and carpet cleaning before signing the lease. Claire stressed the convenience of staying in our current location.
Membership Committee Report: George Lupone.
1. Possible cell phone calling session to recruit new members. Membership meeting February 17th @ 10:00am to divide call lists.
Advocacy Committee Report and Recommendations: Becky Thomas.
Issues for Patriots for 2010:
Campaign Finance Reform working with youstreet.org
Climate Change/Sustainability
Reforming Health Care
Gun Trafficking in Ohio
Economy through Jobs Creation
November Elections
We need to prioritize these based on member’s interests and involvement/leadership/energy. We would like to focus on specific goals that can be attained in the areas chosen. We will make this the topic of our Membership meeting March 20th. Brief presentations will be given on each topic. Then the members will break into interest groups to discuss specific ways we can educate, lobby and advocate for a particular issue.
Education Committee Report: Jana Theis, Judy Kramer, Claire Rahn, Bill Rowe.
• March 20 – General Meeting (no presentation by Education Committee).
• The Education Committee will meet on March 10 @ 10:00 in the office. All are welcome.
• On April 17 Greg Coleridge , Director of Economic Justice and Empowerment Programs of the NE Ohio American Friends Service Committee, will speak in the Chagrin Falls Library.
Old Business:
1. Results of membership vote on Bylaws: Lori Zaim. 22 yes and 1 no.
2. Theater Party Report: Kathy Kolcaba, Debi Thomas. 30/50 tickets sold to date. Steering Committee should bring food to share.
3. St. Patrick’s Day party cancelled.
New Business:
1. Policy on expenditures when members become ill or pass away. Patriots for Change will notify the membership and make no donation.
2. Ideas/Suggestions for Saturday, March 20 Membership Meeting at Chagrin Falls Library.
• Speaker on Iraq War? (March is the seventh anniversary of the start of the war.)
• Leave time at end of Membership Meeting for regular Saturday "Coffee and Conversation" session?
We will have an agenda-setting meeting for the year with input from the membership.
3. Other New Business? Diana Nazelli recommended visiting the Western Reserve Historical Society. The exhibit on President Lincoln is excellent.
Lori Zaim
Saturday, January 23, 2010
January 12, 2010 Steering Committee Minutes
Present: Ray DiCarlo, Judy Kramer, Bill Rowe, Lynne Rustad, Debi Thomas, Elliott Berenson, Kathy Kolcaba, Margo Fire, Ed Fire, Lori Muller-Zaim
Special Presentation-Margie and Ed Fire
The Fires made a gift of a large Patriots for Change sign (4’x6’).
Approval of Minutes: December Steering Committee Meeting. Minutes approved with minor changes.
Treasurer's Report - Kathy Kolcaba.
The checking account balance is approximately $7500.00.
In the future, the Treasurer’s report report will include the following:
• Checking Account balance
• Number of members (total # of memberships and total # of individuals)
• Any extraordinary expenses
Report approved.
Membership Committee Report-George Lupone
Goerge Lupone has agreed to continue as Membership Chair through the 2010 membership drive.
1. Current number of members. 80 memberships and 106 individuals.
2. Plans to recruit additional members. The committee will send follow up letters, email reminders and will make phone calls. Lori Zaim sent hand-written thank-you notes to all 2010 paid members.
Report approved.
Advocacy Committee Report - Becky Thomas
2010 Advocacy planning meeting will be held at the home of Becky Thomas on Thursday, January 14 @ 6:00pm. Dinner will be served. RSVP to Becky @ robrebthomas@sbcglobal.net or 247-6878.
Education Committee Report - Jana Theis/Bill Rowe/Judy Kramer
• The Family, The Secret Fundamentalism at the Heart of American Power by Jeff Sharlet will be the next book for discussion. Date TBA.
• Lori O’Neill will speak on Gun Control on Feb 6 10am CF Library.
• Looking for a speaker of film for a spring event. Ed suggested having both a pro and a con speaker on controversial issues. Also suggested a possible discussion of the Employee Free Choice Act.
Fundraising-Kathy Kolcaba
• Theatre Party (Mr. Death & the Redheaded Woman) Feb 19th. Tickets are $25 each, which includes the show and the party. There will be a fun raffle and good food. Contact Kathy kathykolcaba@yahoo.com or Debi Thomas cftwp607@roadrunner.com to purchase tickets, help, donate, or bring food items.
• Possible St. Patrick’s Day party at Clair Rahn’s home.
Letters to the Editor Committee Report - Elliott Berenson
Contact Elliott ellb@sbcglobal.net if you would like to participate. The Letters to the Editor page is probably the most read section of most newspapers. Plain Dealer coverage would be beneficial.
Public Relations Committee Report - Diana Nazelli.
Diana issued a News Release on the election of new officers which should appear in this week’s Chagrin Valley Times and the Sun newspapers.
Old Business:
A. Recommendation to membership on approval of Bylaws. Will be sent to membership for a vote. Results should be available no later than the February meeting.
B. Review of functioning committees-leadership. We will hold off on this item until the new by-laws are approved.
C. Calendar of Events for year - continue to publish in newsletter and on web site. Already done.
D. Review of Theater Party plans. See Fundraising above.
E. Possible revitalization of Kazoo Band. Ed is looking for a flatbed truck. The new sign could be used and the kazoo band could ride on the truck. It is important that plans for this be under way by the February meeting.
F. Status of new brochure - Lynne Rustad. Lynne has added photos. We will print a small amount because of our possible change of address. The Nazellis will donate paper and printing.
G. Office Lease the current lease expires on Jan 14th. Ed called Shibley’s office several times to ask for 1st floor space. The issue is unresolved. Kathy Kolcaba will check on space available in the old Curtis Clinic building. We need around 300 square feet, 1st floor, parking.
New Business:
Dates of General Membership meetings: (held quarterly) @ 10am. Location TBA.
• March 20,
• June 19,
• Sept 11,
• Dec 9 to be combined with the holiday party
Pat Moore will write a membership recruitment letter.
Bill Rowe will research “progressivism” and get information to membership.
Meeting adjourned @ 11:28am.
Respectfully submitted by Lori Muller-Zaim, Secretary
Special Presentation-Margie and Ed Fire
The Fires made a gift of a large Patriots for Change sign (4’x6’).
Approval of Minutes: December Steering Committee Meeting. Minutes approved with minor changes.
Treasurer's Report - Kathy Kolcaba.
The checking account balance is approximately $7500.00.
In the future, the Treasurer’s report report will include the following:
• Checking Account balance
• Number of members (total # of memberships and total # of individuals)
• Any extraordinary expenses
Report approved.
Membership Committee Report-George Lupone
Goerge Lupone has agreed to continue as Membership Chair through the 2010 membership drive.
1. Current number of members. 80 memberships and 106 individuals.
2. Plans to recruit additional members. The committee will send follow up letters, email reminders and will make phone calls. Lori Zaim sent hand-written thank-you notes to all 2010 paid members.
Report approved.
Advocacy Committee Report - Becky Thomas
2010 Advocacy planning meeting will be held at the home of Becky Thomas on Thursday, January 14 @ 6:00pm. Dinner will be served. RSVP to Becky @ robrebthomas@sbcglobal.net or 247-6878.
Education Committee Report - Jana Theis/Bill Rowe/Judy Kramer
• The Family, The Secret Fundamentalism at the Heart of American Power by Jeff Sharlet will be the next book for discussion. Date TBA.
• Lori O’Neill will speak on Gun Control on Feb 6 10am CF Library.
• Looking for a speaker of film for a spring event. Ed suggested having both a pro and a con speaker on controversial issues. Also suggested a possible discussion of the Employee Free Choice Act.
Fundraising-Kathy Kolcaba
• Theatre Party (Mr. Death & the Redheaded Woman) Feb 19th. Tickets are $25 each, which includes the show and the party. There will be a fun raffle and good food. Contact Kathy kathykolcaba@yahoo.com or Debi Thomas cftwp607@roadrunner.com to purchase tickets, help, donate, or bring food items.
• Possible St. Patrick’s Day party at Clair Rahn’s home.
Letters to the Editor Committee Report - Elliott Berenson
Contact Elliott ellb@sbcglobal.net if you would like to participate. The Letters to the Editor page is probably the most read section of most newspapers. Plain Dealer coverage would be beneficial.
Public Relations Committee Report - Diana Nazelli.
Diana issued a News Release on the election of new officers which should appear in this week’s Chagrin Valley Times and the Sun newspapers.
Old Business:
A. Recommendation to membership on approval of Bylaws. Will be sent to membership for a vote. Results should be available no later than the February meeting.
B. Review of functioning committees-leadership. We will hold off on this item until the new by-laws are approved.
C. Calendar of Events for year - continue to publish in newsletter and on web site. Already done.
D. Review of Theater Party plans. See Fundraising above.
E. Possible revitalization of Kazoo Band. Ed is looking for a flatbed truck. The new sign could be used and the kazoo band could ride on the truck. It is important that plans for this be under way by the February meeting.
F. Status of new brochure - Lynne Rustad. Lynne has added photos. We will print a small amount because of our possible change of address. The Nazellis will donate paper and printing.
G. Office Lease the current lease expires on Jan 14th. Ed called Shibley’s office several times to ask for 1st floor space. The issue is unresolved. Kathy Kolcaba will check on space available in the old Curtis Clinic building. We need around 300 square feet, 1st floor, parking.
New Business:
Dates of General Membership meetings: (held quarterly) @ 10am. Location TBA.
• March 20,
• June 19,
• Sept 11,
• Dec 9 to be combined with the holiday party
Pat Moore will write a membership recruitment letter.
Bill Rowe will research “progressivism” and get information to membership.
Meeting adjourned @ 11:28am.
Respectfully submitted by Lori Muller-Zaim, Secretary