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2009 NARFE Chapter 1072 Officers: L to R: Hazel Birtle, President; Fred Bond, VP
for Membership; Eileen Bond, VP for Legislation; Brenda Rivard, Treasurer.
Chapter 1072, Aurora, Monthly Meetings Our monthly meetings take place at the Country Buffet, 1026 South Sable (Sable & Mississippi), Aurora.
The meetings begin at 12:00 noon on the first Monday of each month with lunch. at each person's expense, from 11:00 to
12:00 Noon. Next Meeting: August 2, 2010 Two interesting Topics: A
member of the Aurora Fire Department will speak to us about Fire Safety effecting Seniors Frank Impinna, Colorado Federation President, and Eva Heller, First Vice President, will
present a Power Point presentation dealing with the many amendments up for consideration th the National Convention
Chapter 1072 Meeting Minutes - May 3, 2010 President Fred Bond called the chapter meeting to order at 12:02. The
meeting began with a moment of silence, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, and welcoming of guests. Guest
Speaker: Sandy Clements from MetLife gave a presentation on reverse mortgages. Minutes:
The April 10 minutes were approved with the correction of Don Caven (instead of Craven’s) name. Also, 4 people indicated
they would be attending the State Convention, 2 more people were added as going, making a total of 6 delegates. Membership
Report: In June Orren’s absence, Fred reported that we have 252 voting members. Non-voting members are not
actual Chapter members. Legislative Report: Eileen Bond reported on current legislative
issues. Sunshine Report: Dolores Collins reported that she sent a card to Don Caven after
his recent surgery. Mrs. Pauline Johnson’s foot is healing; however, she has now hurt her tail bone. New
Business: National Convention in Grand Rapids, MI. – August 29-September 2, 1010. We can
send six delegates. Hazel Birtle and Pat Moran indicated that they are planning to attend. I need to send in our delegate
list by June 30. Old Business: Ruth Harvey has requested that we send
a picture of our Chapter officers. Treasurer’s Report: Brenda Rivard gave an update
on our financial status. Bob Epstein, District 1 Vice President, spoke briefly concerning
the upcoming Convention. Anyone can attend. There is a House Bill (HB 1160 – the Wellness Bill) which would adjust your
premium based on your health. This would benefit the insurance company. He encouraged the members to contact the Governor
to veto the Bill as it does not benefit the insurer. Drawings: Hazel
Birtle was the winner of the Alzheimer’s Drawing. The total amount donated was $22.00, the winner’s share was
$11.00. HazelazelHGH donated her share back to the fund. Closing: Our
guest speaker for next month will be Jerry Pifer (Congressman Ed Perlmutter’s office) who will talk about dealing with
senior affairs. The meeting adjourned at 1:28 p.m. Minutes recorded by Marcia McBurnett,
Secretary
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