I. Opening
a. Welcome & Pledge of Allegiance (Veteran Volunteers and spouses) – Bob recognized Al Leonhart for being the most senior MGV that remains active in our group. Al was in the first class of 26 MGV’s that started in 1993. Bob thanked Al for his input and efforts over the years. Al then led us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
b. Special Speaker Kristen will do a presentation at the end of the meeting on our annual program review.
II. Specific Topics
a. Secretary Recording – Kathy C
b. Co. Coordinator – Pam B will be working with the group on Awards
c. Committee Reports (only as needed)
i. Community Outreach – Lois – The Christmas tree was decorated at Fellows. The tree decorating went well and the tree was beautiful. An email will be sent out about plans to take down the tree.
ii. Hospitality – Peg Z (Signup sheets) – Cookies are needed for the open house. The cookies can be brought in that day or the day before.
iii. Education – Stephanie B (Kristen’s presentation)
iv. Veterans (Building and Wreaths) – Chester K – Wreaths for Veterans event went well. The turnout and participation were great. They plan to use the same Canfield cemetery next year.
d. Administrative Report – Kristen
i. HOC – Reminder -Enter your hours ASAP! MGVs must recertify be December 31st.
ii. Sign up for Committees you want to be on. Contact Kristen if you have not done so already.
Books were donated to MGVs by past members. Rescue Mission is requesting assistance to have an indoor herb garden to use when cooking. They may want to also take the plants outside. Notify Kristen if you would like to assist the Rescue Mission with this.
III. Business and Discussion
a. MGV Open House – (January 16, 2024, 3 to 5 PM)
b. Mentors for next training class
- Reminder – 2024 Recertification and HOC entry of hours
IV. Planning
a. Future Action items-
*If you have a topic you would like to teach next year, please email Kristen.
V. Adjourn – Bob thanked all the members for their support over the past 2 years. He offered best wishes to our new president elect, Pam B. and the chairpersons for 2024.
Program: Kristen presents “End of Year Review”.
Reminders:
Garden Workshop – Zoom Planning Meeting Tuesday Jan 9th 7 PM
MGV Banquet; January 11th at A La Carte -Doors open at 6 pm
MGV Open House –
- Setup OH Friday Jan. 12 from 3 to 5 then Jan.16th 2:00 pm for final set-up.
- MGV Open House Tuesday, Jan 16th 3 to 5 PM
O H Snow Date: Thursday, January 18th from 3 pm to 5 PM
Zoom O H After Action Review Thursday, Jan 18th 6:30 PM
Please enter your hours in Hands on Connect, they are due by December 31st.