District 63 Meeting Minutes
July 25, 2009
At the home of the Bob’s, Huntington Beach, CA
Minutes respectfully submitted: Kim L, District 63 Secretary
Meeting began at 9:09 with Serenity Prayer
Introductions: GR’s: 11; AGR’s: 2: DR; ADR; and Alateen Liaison.
Readings: Tradition 7–Sarah (Al-Anon Alateen Service Manual 2006-2009); Daily Reader-Michelle (Courage to Change); Concept 7–Keli (Al-Anon Alateen Service Manual 2006-2009)
7th Tradition – Bob passed around basket and shared that Barb resigned. Bob explained the position of Treasurer.
Reports:
Secretary: (Kim) Minutes read from April 25, 2009 District 63 mtg. Requested to add committee names, Joe, Cathy & Judy, for Alternate Rep’s report. Requested to add explanation of straw poll for our GR area of concentration.
MOTION: Accept April 25, 2009 Minutes with changes
Veronica put forth the motion; Lois seconded; Unanimous yeas. Motion passed.
Treasurer: (Judy P replaced Barb) $39 collected for 7th Tradition
Hospitality: (Michelle/Randi) Passed around sign-up sheet for October 24, 2009 meeting.
District Rep: (Bob)
• Passed around Delegate, Sandy E., postcard.
• Hand outs:
Letter from David Behm, Alternate Delegate for Forum Subscription Contest &
2009 So. California Alateen Funds(SCAC, SCWS, Orange County & District 63 Donations).
• See Business below.
Alternate Rep: (Elaine) No Report.
Alateen Liaison: (Jim D.) 714-501-3435 www.scac.ws
• Discussed SCAC ’09 in June at UC Riverside—over 300 teenagers attended. All requesting scholarships, received support.
• May need to step down because of move to LA County
Intergroup WS Liaison: (Jaime) No Report
Business:
Forum Subscriptions Contest-Bob
• Brainstorming discussion on what district 63 should do to help campaign
• Add subscription notice on blog
• Report back numbers to Bob S on number of subscriptions (new or renewal) for you meeting. Give the first name/last name initial and the meeting.
Support for Pre-teen/Alateen-Bernie
• Meeting is disbanding & corresponding Al-Anon meeting will pay “disbanding cost,” which is less than $75.
MOTION: Make a donation to Tuesday night Pre-Teen/Alateen Meeting for disbanding.
Elaine put forth the motion; Sara seconded; Unanimous yeas. Motion passed.
MOTION: Use half of reserve from Alateen start-up fund for disbanding meeting.
Randi put forth the motion; Michelle seconded. Amended by Veronica. Randi approved
amendment below.
MOTION: Instead of Alateen start-up fund, use $50 from general fund.
Veronica amended Randi’s motion; Keli seconded; Unanimous yeas. Motion passed.
What meetings are no longer in District 63 and have moved to District 64 (Spanish)?
• Bob continues to try to find out this information.
Someone mentioned to include our meetings in the Calendar of Events.
New Business:
• None noted by secretary
Announcements:
• Bob received 20 year chip
• Men Stag Meeting celebrated 41 years anniversary
Closing: Meeting closed approx. 11:45am with the Serenity Prayer.
