MV ELKS LADIES BUSINESS MEETING. February 9, 2026

PRESIDENT Laura Lumley called the meeting to order at 6:41. VICE PRESIDENT Cookie Akesson led the pledge and CHAPLAIN Victoria Johnson Stokes offered the Opening Prayer.

RECORDING SECRETARY Sandy Jacobs asked for approval of the published January minutes. Jean Chapman moved to approve. Sheryn Howlett seconded. Minutes were approved.

TREASURER Jerlene Dinnage's report for January:

Jan. Beginning Balance $ 10,842.03

Total Receipts $ 3,623.00

Disbursements $ 2,599.83

Jan. Ending Balance $ 11,865.20

Purple Pig Year-To -Date: $186.99.

Bills submitted and approved at the Board Meeting:

Jana Merk $34.98 for Snowflake and Victoria Johnson Stokes $50.00 for gift basket supplies.

VICE PRESIDENT Cookie Akesson noted the following special events on the calendar: FEBRUARY 14th Valentine Dinner and Newlywed Game, 21st First Responders Appreciation Dinner. 22nd Fun Bingo, and 28th Spring Market Day, MARCH 7th Ladies 49th Annual Fashion Show and 8th Daylight Savings Time. Debby Lamb added the Feb. 26th Blood Drive and the 27th/28th Veterans Stand Down.

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY Jean Chapman thanked Cookie Akesson and Sheryn Howlett for including thanks to volunteers for the Ladies' Dinner in the Chit Chat article.

MEMBERSHIP Michele Scaglione announced new members: Natalie Gora, Nancy Peek, April Macy, and Catherine Gunther. Margaret Moore's membership number was drawn for the $5.00. Forty-seven members were in attendance. Michele was accepting the $20.00 dues for 2026-2027 which are due April 1st.

WAYS AND MEANS Tracee McRane and Dana Hollenbeck were still working on finalizing plans for our 49th Annual Fashion Show. Volunteers are needed, as always, for baskets and raffles, set up and tear down on Saturday March 7. Barbara Coppola won the $30.00 50/50 Raffle. Sixteen small bag drawings were given out.

HOSPITALITY Carol Gray thanked Lisa, Michele and Laura for the evening's treats. Victoria and Carole will treat in March.

PUBLICITY Sheryn Howlett had no report.

SUNSHINE Cheryl Isaac reported bithdays and said that Marsha Berman sent a thank you for gift following surgery for a hiatal hernia.

AUDITOR Linda Cimmarusti reported a “clean audit.”

PARLIAMENTARIAN Barbara Coppola presented a proposed sleight of officers and asked for nominations from the floor. Hearing none, the proposed sleight of officers was accepted by acclimation as the Executive Board for the year 2026-2027. The officers will be as follows:

President-- Laura Lumley

Vice President—Tracee McRane

Recording Secretary—Diane Cannon

Corresponding Secretary—Sandy Jacobs

Treasurer—Jerlene Dinnage

Barbara also presented the following Bylaw change which will be voted on at the March meeting:

CURRENT

It shall be the duty of the Membership committee to publish and distribute the membership list along with the Bylaws and Standing Rules, in the form of the Elks' Ladies Membership Book, to all new and renewing members each year.

PROPOSED

It shall be the duty of the Membership committee to make available the membershlip list along with the Bylaws and Standing Rules, to all new and renewing members each year. The form of this will be by a link to an online booklet. Members may also request a printed copy if necessary.

The Committee shall send out dues notices to the members by March 15th.

OLD BUSINESS: LEADING KNIGHT Alan Harkness presented 10 Pig for Pigs coupons to the Ladies for money donated to the Purple Pig. In turn, the names of 10 Ladies were drawn to receive the coupons, each for a side of bacon at a Sunday breakfast.

NEW BUSINESS: President Laura reported that in order to save money, tablecloths will now be cleaned by Jean Chapman for a fee of $5.00 each. They will be professionally cleaned once a year. Plasticware will be purchased to be used at all but our most elegant events. This will lower the cost of what is now paid to the Lodge for our Lodge rentals.

Victoria reminded us all to pray and offered the closing prayer.

Adjournment was at 7:24 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandra Jacobs, Recording Secretary

MV ELKS LADIES BUSINESS MEETING  January 12, 2026

PRESIDENT Laura Lumley called the meeting to order at 6:45. Dana Hollenbeck led the pledge and CHAPLAIN Victoria Johnson Stokes offered the Opening Prayer.

RECORDING SECRETARY Sandy Jacobs asked for approval of the published November minutes. Jean Chapman moved to approve. Jennifer Williams seconded. Minutes were approved.

TREASURER Jerlene Dinnage's reports for November and December:

Nov. Beginning Balance $ 10,939.27 Total Receipts $ 1,024.95

Disbursements $ 272.30 Nov.Ending Balance $ 11,692.03 (Includes $.11 Bank Error)

Dec. Beginning Balance $ 11,692.03 Total Receipts $ -0-

Disbursements $ 850.00 Dec. Ending Balance $ 10,842.03

Purple Pig Year-to-Date: $155.95

Bills submitted at the Board Meeting: Snowflake (Dana $57.80, Laura $91.70, Lodge $215.00)

Appreciation Dinner (Lodge $215.00, Laura $87.84, Barbara $235.41) Purple Pig $186.99

Sunshine (Cheryl) $163.50.

Barbara Coppola made a motion to pay the bills and Gail Patti seconded. Motion passed.

VICE PRESIDENT Cookie Akesson was absent. Barbara Coppola noted the following special events on the calendar: January 22 “How to Protect Yourself from Theft, Fraud and Scams”and on February 1st Esparanza Formal Ball, 14th Valentines Day dinner, game show and dancing, 21st First Responders Appreciation Dinner, 22nd Fun Bingo and 28th Spring Market Day.

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY Jean Chapman announced thank you notes that were received from those members who had received get well boxes sent by SUNSHINE Cheryl Isaac. Those recipients were ER Jenny Buford, Toni McCormick, Cookie Akesson and Michele Scaglione.

MEMBERSHIP Michele Scaglione was absent after taking a fall, so there was no drawing. Five dollars again in February. Twenty-nine members were in attendance.

WAYS AND MEANS Tracee McRane and Dana Hollenbeck told their plans for the Fashion Show which will be “70's” inspired with bright colors, etc. Tickets were disbursed for selling at $40 each. Tables of 8. Menu will be assorted salads and a dessert. Models and worker volunteers are needed, as always, for baskets and raffles, set up and tear down on Saturday morning March 7. Lori Cincotta won the $20.00 50/50 Raffle. Small bag drawings went to Dana Hollenbeck, Carol Caputo, Jean Chapman, Judy Longi, Barbara Jacobs and Sandy Jacobs. President Laura Lumley commended everyone for a great job on the Ladies Appreciation Dinner. Cookies Akesson, Barbara Coppola and Steve Cagnacci did a tremendous job in the planning and cooking of our traditional dinner.

HOSPITALITY Carol Gray thanked Dana, Laura and Jean for the evening's treats. Lisa Hart Carole Bruns will treat in February.

PUBLICITY Sheryn Howlett reminded members that she will submit articles if someone lets her know what is desired.

SUNSHINE Cheryl Isaac reported that all Ladies having birthdays were absent.

COMMUNICATIONS Jennifer Williams reminded members that volunteers are needed for the Fashion Show.

OLD BUSINESS: LEADING KNIGHT Alan Harkness expressed appreciation and thanks to Michele and Laura for stepping in to keep the kitchen running smoothly on Bingo nights.

NEW BUSINESS: LK Alan announced his new plan for raising money for the Purple Pig Challenge. He calls it “PIG 4 PIGS” $20.00 donations in the months of November, December and January will earn the donor a coupon for a side of bacon during a Sunday breakfast. Name and phone number must be on the donation.

Laura announced that she and PER Rick Moscoso are working on redoing the Ladies Presidents Wall which will give more room for future presidents.

Adjournment was at 7:29 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandra Jacobs, Recording Secretary

MV LADIES BUSINESS MEETING       November 10, 2025

PRESIDENT Laura Lumley called the meeting to order at 6:37, and in the absence of

SGT-AT-ARMS Kelly Van Dyke, CHAPLAIN Victoria Johnson Stokes led the pledge and offered the Opening Prayer.

RECORDING SECRETARY Sandy Jacobs asked for approval of the published October minutes. There was a correction to Barbara Coppola's birthday. Jean Chapman moved to approve. Cookie Akesson seconded. Minutes were approved as corrected.

TREASURER Jerlene Dinnage's report for October:

Beginning Balance $ 9,701.88 This was a $.20 correction per the Auditor.

Total Receipts $ 2,813.22. D. i sbursements $ 1,338.87. Ending Balance $11,176.23

Purple Pig Year-to-Date: $132.00.

Bills submitted at the Board Meeting: $250.00 Ladies Appreciation Dinner, $60.23 to Bryan DeGhetto for Tea Party and $83.11 to Laura Lumley for Oktoberfest. Barbara Coppola made a motion to pay the bills and Arlene Snyder seconded. Motion passed. AUDITOR Linda Cimmarusti approved the books for the first half of the year.

VICE PRESIDENT Cookie Akesson noted the following Calendar events: Nov. 15th Flag Folding, Nov. 16th Flag Retirement at Garden Grove, Nov. 26th Elks Thanksgiving Dinner and Bingo is dark, Nov. 27th Lodge and Lounge Closed for Thanksgiving, Nov. 28th Lounge open but kitchen and Karaoke are dark, Dec. 6th Snowflake Ball, and Dec. 8th Ladies Appreciation Dinner. Cookie also told of her plans for the Appreciation Dinner: A wonderful traditional ham dinner all made from scratch and Dave Roberts will be bringing his El Toro High School Choir who are always so good at putting us in the Christmas spirit with their singing and choreography. Seating will be assigned and payment must be made in advance. ($5 per member and $10 per guest).

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY Jean Chapman reported that the beautiful Fall quilt that she had made and donated to the Elks Ladies was purchased by an Elk Lady and her husband. The original intent was to raffle the quilt. Jean sought an okay from the Board before accepting the offer. The purchase will save the Ladies many hours of selling raffle tickets during this busy time of year. The proceeds from the sale will, as always, go to the Lodge with a recommended use for the money.

MEMBERSHIP Michele Scaglione reported our total membership is eighty-nine with no new members this month. Twenty-eight members were in attendance. Gail Patti won the $15.00 membership award. At January's meeting. it will be $5.00.

WAYS AND MEANS Tracee McRane and Jana Merk provided details regarding Snowflake Ball: Tickets will be $50.00 each with no tickets sold after December 1st, the menu will be Italian-inspired, and Elk Member Patrick Osgood's band “This Side Up” will be playing very danceable music, as well as Christmas music. Volunteers are needed for 10:00 set up on Dec.6th. Jerlene Dinnage won $14.00 in the 50/50 Drawing. There were eleven secret bag winners.

HOSPITALITY Carol Gray thanked Barbara Coppola and Jerlene Dinnage for the evening's treats. No one needs to bring treats in December since it is our AppreciationDinner. She will call those who are scheduled in January.

PUBLICITY Sheryn Howlett said that she will be doing her thing which is always good.

SUNSHINE Cheryl Isaac read the birthdays which included the only present members, Barbara Coppola and Jerlene Dinnage. A request was made for any greeting cards that membership members and/or Sunshine can't use, please make a donation of such cards to Bryan MacLean who can use them for Veterans. They can be put in the Veterans' box.

COMMUNICATIONS Jennifer Williams reminded members dealing with technology or answering emails from the Ladies, to give her a call for help.

OLD BUSINESS: Leading Knight Alan Harkness announced his pride and success with the Toy Box donated to The Leading Knight Stud Auction. After the donor and his family picked a few items that they wanted out of the box, it was donated to his wife's classroom where it is still giving pleasure. He and Norma will be serving Portuguese Bean Soup on Monday Nov. 24. They promise that it is delicious, so don't miss out.

NEW BUSINESS: Dates to remember; ER Jenny Buford is having knee replacement on Dec. 4th. She said to watch for a box to place toys for kids at Orangewood. Purple Pig Challenge ends January 31st. Help make it a successful event by bringing your donations before that date.

Your help is needed:

• Sat. Nov. 29 9:30 am, Decorating the Lodge for the holidays

• Sat. Dec. 6, 10 am,  Set Up Snowflake Ball 

• Mon. Dec. 8 10:00 am, Set Up Ladies Dinner

Adjournment was at 7:24 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandra Jacobs, Recording Secretary

BUSINESS MEETING October 13, 2025 MV LADIES

PRESIDENT Laura Lumley called the meeting to order at 6:43 

SGT-AT-ARMS Kelly Van Dyke, Laura led the Pledge 

CHAPLAIN Victoria Johnson Stokes offered the Opening Prayer.

RECORDING SECRETARY Sandy Jacobs asked for approval of the published September minutes. There were no corrections to the posted minutes. Jean Chapman moved to approve. Arlene Snyder seconded. Minutes were approved as written.

TREASURER Jerlene Dinnage's report for September:     Beginning Balance $ 7,391.73

Total Receipts $ 2,667.69 Disbursements $ 357.54 Ending Balance $ 9,701.68

Bills submitted at the Board Meeting were approved for payment following motion by Diane Cannon and seconded by Irene Romero. Purple Pig donations Year-to-Date: $114.78. The books will be given to Linda Cimmarusti for the mid-term Audit.

VICE PRESIDENT Cookie Akesson was absent. Barbara Coppola noted the following Calendar events: Oct. 18th Walk Against Drugs and Leading Knight Stud Auction, Oct. 24th Halloween Party, and Oct. 31st and Nov. 1st Dinner Theater, and Nov. 8th Veteran's Day BBQ

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY Jean Chapman was waiting for a list of Oktoberfest volunteers so that she can send thank-you notes. She has created a Fall colored quilt with an Elk in the center that she has donated to the Elks' Ladies. Raffle tickets will be on sale from November 3 until December 19. Volunteers are needed to sell.

MEMBERSHIP Michele Scaglione reported our total membership is eighty-eight after the addition of four new members: Frank and Angela Sauceda, Margaret Moore, and Jonnie Ben. Twenty-five members were in attendance. Jeanne Frankenreiter's absence cost her the $10.00 membership award. Next month it will be $15.00.

WAYS AND MEANS Dana Hollenbeck and Jana Merk were lauded for a really fun Oktoberfest. They told of their plans for  the Winterwonderland Snowflake Gala on Saturday, December 6. Tickets will be $50.00 each with no tickets sold after December 1st. Volunteers were needed. Irene Romero won $15.50 in the 50/50 Drawing, which she donated to our Club. There were seven secret bag winners.

HOSPITALITY Carol Gray thanked herself for treating us since those who signed up did not bring anything. She will call those who signed for November.

PUBLICITY Sheryn Howlett said that she will be writing about Oktoberfest.

SUNSHINE Cheryl Isaac was absent, so Laura read the birthdays, which included present members Barbara Coppola and Arlene Snyder.

OLD BUSINESS: Leading Knight Alan Harkness reminded members of the Leading Knight Stud Auction at the Huntington Beach Lodge on October 18th. He had photos of the Toy Box that the Ladies donated.

NEW BUSINESS: Play practice for the Halloween Dinner Theater continues every weekend. Those attending the dinner should appear in Halloween costumes. There are forty people taking part. Sheryn Howlett gave details about Wreaths Across America on December 13th. Members were encouraged to take part.

Adjournment was at 7:35 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandra Jacobs, Recording Secretary

BUSINESS MEETING        September 8, 2025        MV-SV ELKS LADIES

PRESIDENT Laura Lumley was absent, Vice President Cookie Akesson called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m. Michele Scaglione led the Pledge and Lynette Holmes offered the Opening Prayer. SGT.-AT-ARMS Kelly Van Dyke and CHAPLAIN Victoria Stokes were absent.

RECORDING SECRETARY Sandy Jacobs asked for approval of the published August minutes. There were no corrections to the posted minutes. Linda Cimmarusti moved to approve. Diane Cannon seconded. Minutes were approved as written.

TREASURER Jerlene Dinnage's report for August:

Beginning Balance $ 5,816.04

Total Receipts $ 1,580 69

Disbursements $ 5.00

Ending Balance $ 7,396.73

Purple Pig donations Year-to-Date: $88.09. Arlene Snyder moved to pay the bills totaling $357.54 and Gail Patti seconded. Motion passed.

VICE PRESIDENT Cookie Akesson noted the following Calendar events: Sep. 13th Lodge Market Day, Sept. 21st OC ELKS Olympics Opening Day, Oct. 4th EL Oktoberfest and Oct. 18th Red Ribbon Walk and Leading Knight Stud Auction, Oct. 24th Halloween Party, and Oct. 31st and Nov. 1st Dinner Theater.

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY Jean Chapman was waiting for a list of Tea Party volunteers so that she can send thank you notes.

MEMBERSHIP Michele Scaglione reported our total membership remained at eighty-four. Twenty-eight members were in attendance. Bobby Werner's absence cost him the $5.00 membership award. Next month it will be $10.00..

WAYS AND MEANS Tracee McRane and Dana Hollenbeck were lauded for a really fun Tea Party. They told of their plans for Oktoberfest. Fun events and good food were promised. $25.00 per ticket with Bavarian Pretzels pre-ordered at $3.00 each. Volunteers were needed. Jerlene Dinnage won $16.00 in the 50/50 Drawing. Winners of the bag drawings were Marsha Berman, Paula Wild, Jerlene Dinnage, Kevin Lindley, Lynette Holmes, and Jennifer Williams.

HOSPITALITY Carol Gray thanked Linda Cimmarusti and Barbara Coppola for the evening's treats. Mary Ann Alvarez and Barbara King will treat us in October.

PUBLICITY Sheryn Howlett said to read her article in the paper.

OLD BUSINESS: Leading Knight Alan Harkness reminded members of the The Leading Knight Stud Auction at the Huntington Beach Lodge on October 18th.

NEW BUSINESS: Play practice for the Halloween Dinner Theater continues every weekend. Those attending the dinner should appear in Halloween costumes.

The Ladies Christmas Dinner will be held on December 8th,, the regular meeting night. The high school choir will be back with their beautiful music to get us in the mood for the holidays. Our traditional ham dinner will be served at the price of $5.00 per member. Each member may invite 2 guests at $10.00 per guest.

Adjournment was at 7:20 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandra Jacobs, Recording Secretary

MV-SV ELKS LADIES BUSINESS MEETING  August 11, 2025

PRESIDENT Laura Lumley called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m. and led the Pledge due to the absence of SGT-AT-ARMS Kelly Van Dyke. CHAPLAIN Victoria Stokes was also absent, so Michele Scaglione offered the Opening Prayer.

RECORDING SECRETARY Sandy Jacobs was absent. There were no corrections to the posted July minutes. Barbara Coppola moved to approve. Arlene seconded. Minutes were approved.

TREASURER Jerlene Dinnage's report for July:     Beginning Balance $ 2,433.30        Total Receipts $ 4,798.06

Disbursements $ 1.415.72           Ending Balance $ 5,815.64

VICE PRESIDENT Cookie Akesson was absent. Upcoming events include the September 6th Ladies Tea and the October 4th Octoberfest.

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY Jean Chapman was absent.

MEMBERSHIP Michele Scaglione reported our total membership was eighty-four, which included reinstated member Susan Lee. Twenty-eight members were in attendance. Sheryn Howlett won $5.00 when her membership number was picked. It will be $5.00 in September.

WAYS AND MEANS Tracee McRane and Dana Hollenbeck related their plans for the Tea and the Octoberfest and asked for volunteers for both events. Diane Cannon won the 50/50.

HOSPITALITY Carol Gray thanked Diane Cannon, Pam Simpson, and Michele Scaglione for the treats.

SUNSHINE Cheryl Isaac read the August birthdays. She thanked everyone who brings in card donations and asked that she needs to be notified of anyone needing a card or gift.

LIAISON's report was given by ER Jenny Buford as a reminder of a 6:00 meeting.

PUBLICITY Sheryn Howlett reminded anyone who wanted articles published to send her the information.

OLD BUSINESS: The Ladies' contribution of Toy Box items should be brought to the September 8th meeting.

Having no NEW BUSINESS, heads were bowed for the Closing Prayer, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:06 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandra Jacobs,  Recording Secretary

from notes taken by Membership Chair Michele Scaglione

MV-SV ELKS LADIES BUSINESS MEETING  July 14, 2025

PRESIDENT Laura Lumley called the meeting to order at 6:42 p.m. And led the Pledge due to the absence of SGT-AT-ARMS Kelly Van Dyke. CHAPLAIN Victoria Stokes was also absent, so Becki Wanger offered the Opening Prayer.

RECORDING SECRETARY Sandy Jacobs asked if there were corrections to the June minutes, which were posted on the website. Jean Chapman moved to approve. Cookie Akesson seconded. Minutes were approved.

TREASURER Jerlene Dinnage's report for June:

Beginning Balance $ 2,392.29

Total Receipts $ 175.63

Disbursements $ 134.62

Ending Balance $ 2,433.30

Purple Pig collected $28.01 plus $10 donated by Sandy Jacobs from her Membership Drawing winnings. The drawing will be $5.00 in August. Purple Pig YTD is $41.84.

VICE PRESIDENT Cookie Akesson, in presenting the Calendar of Events, mentioned the following:

July 16 Elks Golf Marine Memorial August 10 District Audit & Inspection

20 Cornhole Tournament  11 Ladies' Meeting

28 Blood Drive

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY Jean Chapman reported that she will be writing thank you notes to all the volunteers for the wonderful job that they did to make Western Night so successful.

MEMBERSHIP Michele Scaglione reported our total membership was eighty-five which included the three new members that were named last month. Twenty-eight members were in attendance.

WAYS AND MEANS Tracee McRane and Dana Hollenbeck thanked everyone who helped make Western Night a great success. They reported that 116 tickets were sold which totaled $3,480, Donations totaled $165.00, and Jail Fines and Raffles took in $1,105.00 for a Gross Profit of $4,750.00. At that time the Net Profit was $2,756.45. Recipients of the small gift drawings were Norma and Alan Harkness, Jana Merk, Arlene Snyder, Debi Steuer, Diane Cannon, Irene Romero, Cookie Akesson, and Lori Cincotta. Laura cleared up a question regarding whether or not band members, etc., pay for their drinks and dinners. They do pay, as do all volunteers, working during events.

HOSPITALITY Carol Gray thanked Norma Harknes and Cookie Akesson for the desserts. Pam Simpson and Diane Cannon are scheduled for August.

SUNSHINE Cheryl Isaac was absent. It was announced that Organist Andy Costello's wife Mary Ann had fallen. Tracee McRane said thank you for the lovely comfort basket that she has been enjoying. Birthdays were announced, dollars were collected, and serenading was done. Jenny Buford announced that Steve Cagnacci was out of surgery.

PARLIAMENTARIAN, SUNSHINE, AUDITOR, ELK LIAISON, PUBLICITY, SERGEANT AT ARMS, CHAPLAIN, AND COMMUNICATIONS were absent.

OLD BUSINESS: Leading Knight Alan Harkness explained the Toy Box which he had donated for the Stud Auction. He had made it for his children when they were young. The Ladies' contribution of Toy Box items should be brought to the September 8th meeting.

NEW BUSINESS: Tea Party Table Decorating Contest tickets are $25.00 each. Time of the event is Saturday September 6th from 12;00 until 4:00. There were five tables left. Members should keep in mind that the planning needs to be done in advance with the decorating/set up at noon of that day.

Laura's message was that if anyone hears a rumor, bring it to her and not continue the spread. She then thanked everyone for attending.

CHAPLAIN Victoria Stokes was absent. Becki Wanger gave the closing prayer.

Adjournment was at 7:21 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandra Jacobs, Recording Secretary

MV-SV ELKS LADIES BUSINESS MEETING  June 9, 2025

PRESIDENT Laura Lumley called the meeting to order at 6:42 p.m. SGT.-AT-ARMS Kelly Van Dyke led the Pledge. CHAPLAIN Victoria Stokes offered the Opening Prayer.

RECORDING SECRETARY Sandy Jacobs asked if there were corrections to the May minutes, which were posted on the website. Jennifer Williams moved to approve. Jean Chapman seconded. Minutes were approved.

TREASURER Jerlene Dinnage's report for May:

Beginning Balance $ 2,934.84

Total Receipts $ 378.21

Disbursements $ 920.76

Ending Balance $ 2,392.29

Purple Pig collected $22.63.

VICE PRESIDENT Cookie Akesson, in presenting the Calendar of Events, mentioned the following:

June 10 AVP Visitation 

June 29-July 2 Grand Lodge Convention

14 Flag Day Ceremony July 4th BBQ

15 Father's Day BBQ

21 Parrot Head BBQ

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY Jean Chapman said that $930 had been raised for the quilt raffle. She acknowledged the great selling that had been done by Debbi Woog, Sheryn Howlett and Stacey Christie in the first week of sales. She requested help from the Ladies to sell tickets.

MEMBERSHIP Michele Scaglione reported our total membership was eighty-five which included three new members. Thirty-six were in attendance. Becki Wanger's number was chosen for the $5.00 drawing. She was not present, so it will be $10.00 next month. Debby Steuer won $19.00 in the raffle drawing and donated $5.00 back to the Club.

WAYS AND MEANS Tracee McRane and Dana Hollenbeck told of their plans for Blue Jeans and Boots on July 12th. Time: 6-10:00. Menu entrees include steak and chicken breast. Tickets were available at $30.00 each. COMMUNICATIONS Jennifer Williams will send an inquiry asking members to express their opinions on a September 6th Tea Party. Recipients of the small gift drawings were Debi Steuer, Michele Scaglione, Barbara Coppola, Sheryn Howlett, Claudia Mohler, Sandy Jacobs, Jerlene Dinnage, Cheryl Isaac, Lori Cincotta and Jana Merk.

HOSPITALITY Carol Gray thanked Claudia Mohler and Sandy Jacobs for the desserts.

PARLIAMENTARIAN Barbara Coppola explained the Lifetime Member Award before bestowing the honor on 35 year member Judy Longi. Judy joined three others who had been so honored.

SUNSHINE Cheryl Isaac announced birthdays, dollars were collected, and they were serenaded.

COMMUNICATIONS Jennifer Williams reviewed the website for new members. She said that she is attempting to keep emails at a minimum.

OLD BUSINESS: Leading Knight Alan Harkness explained the Stud Auction as a fundraiser to help next year's ER with expenses. The Ladies' contribution of Toy Box items should be brought to the September 8th meeting.

NEW BUSINESS: Dinah Grosch asked for volunteers for the Father's Day BBQ. Everyone should have received an invitation to the AVP dinner on June 10th.

Laura's message was that every member should help by buying tickets and donating time for all of our events. She then thanked everyone for attending.

CHAPLAIN Victoria Stokes gave the closing prayer.

Adjournment was at 7:38 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandra Jacobs,  Recording Secretary

MV-SV ELKS LADIES  BUSINESS MEETING      May 12, 2025

PRESIDENT Laura Lumley called the meeting to order at 6:41 p.m. SGT.-AT-ARMS Kelly Van Dyke led the Pledge. CHAPLAIN Victoria Stokes offered the Opening Prayer.

RECORDING SECRETARY Sandy Jacobs announced that Wells Fargo Bank required that we submit March's minutes naming the new officers who will be on the account and deleting the outgoing officers. This was to be done on Elks' Ladies letterhead paper. The March minutes had been amended and can be viewed on our website.

Our 52nd Installation of Officers was held in lieu of the regular monthly meeting No minutes.

AUDITOR (2024-2025) Jerlene Dinnage reported several small bank errors in three previous months. These were corrected and the Treasurer's reports were amended. The amended amounts for Jan., Feb and Mar. totaled $1.56.

TREASURER Jerlene Dinnage's report for April

Beginning Balance $ 7,522.98     Total Receipts $ 0.00     Disbursements $ 4,588.14     Ending Balance $ 2,934.84

Purple Pig collected $24.00.

New Member PER Kevin Lindley questioned when bills were paid. He mentioned that Shamrock, in particular, wanted payment for the food for our Installation. Jerlene assured him that Shamrock would be paid, as well as all bills presented and approved at that evening's Board meeting.

VICE PRESIDENT Cookie Akesson, in presenting the Calendar of Events, mentioned Youth Appreciation on Sunday, May 18th and the Memorial Day BBQ on May 26th. In June, there is the Inaugural Ball (7th),AVP Visitation (10th), Flag Day Ceremony (14th), Father's Day BBQ (15th), Parrot Head BBQ (21st), and Grand Lodge Convention (29th through July 4th).

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY Jean Chapman said that we had received a thank you note from Lisa Hart.. Jean had made and donated a red, white and blue quilt to be raffled on Labor Day. She requested help from the Ladies to sell tickets.

MEMBERSHIP Michele Scaglione reported our total membership was seventy-nine. Twenty-four were in attendance. Kevin Lindley 's number was chosen for the $5.00 drawing. $5.00 again next month. Victoria Stokes received $19.00 when her number was pulled.

WAYS AND MEANS Tracee McRane and Dana Hollenbeck told of their plans for Boots and Blue Jeans on July 12th. After discussion, Barbara Coppola moved that tickets would be $30.00. Jean Chapman seconded. Passed. They are thinking of “Lunch with the Ladies” as a possbility for October. They had their ususal small gifts that went to Laura, Carol, Stacey Jenny, Sheryn and Becki.

HOSPITALITY Carol Gray thanked Eileen Reinoehl and Michele Scaglione who brought desserts. Next month will be Claudia Mohler and Sandy Jacobs.

PARLIAMENTARIAN Barbara Coppola told the Committee members that it is important that they attend meetings. President Laura asked that anyone not able to attend a meeting please let her know ahead of time..

COMMUNICATIONS Communications Jennifer Williams announced that the quilt drawing will be held at 3:00 on the 4th of July.

OLD BUSINESS As a followup to a request made by PER Kevin Lindley last year, a very energetic Tracee McRane proposed that a committee be formed to cook one night a month. She would head it. A food handler's certificate is required.

NEW BUSINESS Cookie announced that PER Rick Moscoso plans to change the moulding on the Ladies Presidents Wall to enlarge the space. Leading Knight Alan Harkness challenged the Ladies to fill a large toy box with games, toys, etc.,.for families to enjoy together. It should have a value of at least $150.00. Several items were already suggested, including Jerlene's chain saw . Tracee McRane promised that she would make a big beautiful wreath. If members gave donations of cash, Laura and Cookie would go shopping to purchase whatever is needed. The auction will be part of the Leading Knight Stud Auction to be held on October 18th. ER Jenny Buford made a motion to accept the challenge. Kelly Van Dyke seconded. Motion passed with items to be turned in at our. September meeting.

ER Jenny Buford gave details about the students who will be honored at Youth Aprreciation. She also related plans for the Inaugural Ball. PER Kevin gave a “lighter side” moment before closing.

CLOSING PRAYER was by CHAPLAIN Victoria Stokes. Adjournment was at 7:51 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandra Jacobs, Recording Secretary