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Paradise Bay Activities Committee

Minutes of March 28, 2022 Meeting

The meeting was called to order by Carl Kerr at 10:00 a.m.

Prayer was said by Dan Smith

Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Present were: Carl Kerr: Co-President, Jim Gath: Co-President, Shana Simison: Vice President, Karen Rimatzki: Secretary, and Donna Matteson: Board Assistant and 15 members.

Secretary’s Report: The minutes of the last meeting were previously emailed, posted on the bulletin board in the Paradise Bay Hall and copies handed out at the meeting. There were no additions or corrections so the minutes will stand as posted.

Treasurer’s Report: Jim G. gave the report in Wendy G.’s absence. The available balance is $12,293.45. The report will stand as read.

Co-President’s Report: Carl K. told us there will be an Easter Dinner on Sunday, April 17, 2022 at 1 p.m. Heidi K. and Donna M. will be Co-Chairpersons. The Boating & Fishing Club will be hosting. Anyone who would like to attend the Easter Dinner needs to sign up and receive a free ticket on Wednesday, March 30^th at 1-2 p.m. in the Rec Hall or at the Coffee Hour on Monday, April 4^th. Jim G. will send an email with information about the Easter Dinner. Carl K. mentioned that Charley K.’s party will be on Saturday, April 2^nd at 1-4 p.m. If the weather is bad, the party will be inside the Rec. Hall. The food and beverages that were left over from Bayfest will be for sale.

Vice President’s report: Shana S. is in the process of making the calendar for next season. If anyone has a special event for next season that needs to go on the calendar or is not sure whether she has your schedule for next season, please contact Shana.

Old Business

Unclaimed prizes from Bayfest-One Cash Award prize of $107.00 and one Gift Basket have not been claimed, yet. There were two new ticket numbers publicized last week but no one has said they have those tickets. Therefore, two new tickets have been drawn. The one for the Cash Award is a pink ticket no. 390325. The one for the Gift Basket is a green and white ticket no. 101960. Those numbers will be publicized this week. If no one claims either or both of those prizes, anyone who attends the next Coffee Hour on Monday, April 4^th will receive a ticket to be eligible to win one of them. The drawing will be held at the end of Coffee Hour.

New Business

Nominating Committee-There were no new nominations for either Co-President(s) or Secretary. Carl K. and Jim G. agreed to continue as Co-Presidents for another term. Karen R. agreed to continue as Secretary for another term. Everyone indicated their agreement with a unanimous voice vote. Therefore, it was not necessary to have an election.

Jim G. mentioned that during Bayfest several people selling tickets or helping with other activities outside were in the sun because we didn’t have enough tents for them. Therefore, he would like to purchase canopies to prevent that from happening in the future. He found some that would cost less than $100.00 each. Brenda O. made a motion to purchase four canopies for up to $100 each. Shana S. seconded the motion. It passed unanimously.

Shana S. stated that the new Electronic Bulletin Board has been ordered and will be here soon. She said she would like to give the old Board to SaraBay because their Board is much smaller. Shana made a motion to give the old Board to SaraBay once the new Electronic Bulletin Board is up and functioning properly. Jean C. seconded the motion. It passed unanimously.

Committee reports/update

Bayfront Flowers-Tom Colson said that he will need more geraniums than usual for the new posts along Bayview. He always purchases the flowers, soil, etc. and is reimbursed. Carl K. said that since we always pay for the flowers, etc. that it wasn’t necessary to make a motion to purchase the extra ones this year. Everyone was in agreement.

Shuffleboard Club-Chris Matteson said this Wednesday, March 30^th they will have Shuffle under the Stars. They have invited Mt. Vernon Shuffleboard Club to join them. Also, there will be Shuffle under the Stars on Friday, April 1^st.

Boating & Fishing Club-Chris Matteson said they will be hosting the Easter Dinner.

Ladies Friendship Club-Susan Miller thanked everyone who supported the Hot Dog Sale. The total amount raised was $2,000 for Ukrainian Refugee Relief. She has applied for matching funds for the $2,000 which would increase the total amount to $4,000. Also, there will be a Ladies Friendship Club meeting on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 to recap this year and plan for next year.

Bingo-Joyce Farrington said the last one will be on Monday, April 11, 2022. Last week, there were 129.

Newsletter-Joyce Nicholson is in the process of making the April Newsletter. She hasn’t heard from several of the Clubs/Activities about what information they would like in the Newsletter. She was able to get some of the information from the people in attendance.

Historical Committee-Brenda Ocenasek-We are winding down and doing some filing. The biggest thing was trying to get some current pictures this year.

Pickleball-Melissa Coleman-had a great year.

Bible Study-Dan Smith said this Thursday, March 31^st will be the last session.

Euchre-Mary Fox-Tonight will probably be the last night.

Mahjong-is held on Fridays at 1-3 p.m.

There was some discussion about having three Dances this year during Memorial Day weekend, 4th of July and Labor Day weekend like last year. Carl K. made a motion to pay up to $500.00 for the summer Dances. It was seconded by Chris M. It passed unanimously.

Heidi K. asked if the Activities Committee had thought about doing another Pictorial. There was a lot of discussion. Jim G. said he would find out about getting someone to take pictures.

Donna M. had some questions about the Coffee Hour Servers schedule for next year. It was finalized.

A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Chris M and seconded by Joyce F. at 10:55 a.m.

Respectively submitted by Karen Rimatzki

Our next meeting is Monday, November 14, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.

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Paradise Bay Activities Committee

Minutes of March 14, 2022 Meeting

The meeting was called to order by Carl Kerr at 10:00 a.m.

Prayer was said by Dan Smith

Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Present were: Carl Kerr: Co-President, Shana Simison: Vice President, Karen Rimatzki: Secretary, Wendy Graf: Treasurer, Donna Matteson: Board Assistant and 14 members.

Secretary’s Report: The minutes of the last meeting were previously emailed, posted on the bulletin board in the Paradise Bay Hall and copies handed out at the meeting. There were no additions or corrections so the minutes will stand as posted.

Treasurer’s Report: Wendy Graf reviewed the income and expenses. The available balance is $8,937.09. The report will stand as read.

Co-President’s Report: Carl K. thanked everyone for all their help during Bayfest. He said there were 346 meals served. There was hamburgers and hot dogs left over. They will be sold at Charlie’s Party. Also, some ice cream was left that was sold to Sarabay. There will be a meeting after this meeting to recap Bayfest. Anyone is welcome to stay for that meeting.

Vice President’s report: Shana commented that Bayfest was wonderful.

Old Business

New Business

Nominating Committee-There were no nominations for either Co-President(s) or Secretary. Carl K. will ask Jim G. to send an email asking for nominations for those positions.

No one has claimed one of the Grand Prize Baskets that was raffled off during Bayfest. Therefore, Bill N. drew one of the remaining green and white tickets. The number is 102425. Also, one of the Cash Raffle prizes of $107.00 has not been claimed so Bill N. drew a green ticket with the number 119460. The new ticket numbers will be posted and emailed. If no one claims either of those prizes by next week, there will be another ticket number(s) used. Bill N. drew 2 more tickets for each prize to be used, if necessary.

Committee reports/update

Dan Smith-asked about having a Good Friday service in Paradise Bay Rec Hall on April 15^th at 6 p.m. Shana said the Hall is available and it would be fine. Also, he has been doing a Waterfront Worship on Sundays at 10 a.m. He asked if there is bad weather any Sunday morning at that time, could they go in the Hall. Shana said the Hall is available and it would be fine.

Water Aerobic-Jean Colson-There has been good attendance.

Ladies Friendship Club-Susan Miller said the Hot Dog Sale has been rescheduled for March 19^th at 9 a.m.-1 p.m. All the profits will go to Ukrainian Relief. She presented a check for $250 as a donation from the Ladies Friendship Club.

Boating and Fishing Club-Chris Matteson-They held their elections. Larry Blank is the new President. George Mullen is the new Secretary.

Shuffleboard Club-Chris M.-They are doing fine.

Bingo-Joyce Nicholson-There have been more people attending. Last week, there were 152. We have extra people to help when needed. She presented a check for $325.00 from the Cash Awards from February.

Euchre-Mary Fox-Last week there were 4 tables. They’ll being playing until the 2^nd week in April.

Pickleball-Melissa Coleman-They enjoyed helping at Bayfest but would have liked to have a little more explanation about their duties. She wasn’t clear on who was going to reimburse them for the total or partial cost of the Wind Screen they purchased. During the January 24, 2022 Activities Committee Meeting, Deb Rogers texted Randy Darr about the wind screen at the Pickleball courts. He said that the Board of Directors and Park will pay for all or part of the wind screen. Melissa said she would contact Randy D. about being reimbursed.

Historical Committee-Brenda Ocenasek-We have been getting more stories. We are working on before and after pictures of units. We are still collecting pictures, etc.

A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Chris M and seconded by Donna M. at 10:55 a.m.

Respectively submitted by Karen Rimatzki

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Last Updated: 17 March 2022

Paradise Bay Activities Committee

Minutes of February 28, 2022 Meeting

The meeting was called to order by Carl Kerr at 10:00 a.m.

Pledge of Allegiance was recited

Prayer was said by Donna Matteson

Present were: Jim Gath: Co-President, Carl Kerr: Co-President, Shana Simison: Vice President, Karen Rimatzki: Secretary, Wendy Graf: Treasurer, Donna Matteson: Board Assistant and 15 members.

 Secretary’s Report: The minutes of the last meeting were previously emailed, posted on the bulletin board in the Paradise Bay Hall and copies handed out at the meeting. There were no additions or corrections so the minutes will stand as posted. Karen R. told us that some of the information on the Paradisebay.info website is out of date. She would like everyone to review their Activity/Club description and tell her what changes might be needed. When the information is updated, she will post a hard copy on the bulletin board in the Rec Hall.

Treasurer’s Report: Wendy Graf said the balance is $9,335.42. However, there has been expenditures approved in the amount of $3,500 which leaves $5,835.42 available. The report will stand as read.

Co-President’s Report: Carl K. mentioned he attended the Sarabay Coffee Hour to inform them about Bayfest.

 Vice President’s report: Shana has tickets for the Luncheon. She said that anyone who would like to sell some, to see her after the meeting.

Old Business

Bayfest-Melissa C. from Pickleball said she has 10 people for each shift at 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 12-2 p.m. to serve the luncheon. The luncheon will be served in the Paradise Bay Annex. There will be tables and chairs set up outside. The games will be in the pool area and by the bike rack. The winners of the games will receive a red ticket they can put in one of the eight coffee cans for a chance to win a prize. There will be grand prize raffles. There will be cash raffles, too.

New Business

Nominating Committee-The positions of Co-President(s) and Secretary are up for elections this year. The Nominating Committee will present a slate of nominees for Co-Presidents/President and Secretary to the membership at the first meeting in March. Nominations will also be accepted from the floor. Those nominated will have agreed to serve if elected. Elections will be by written ballot from the Activities' Committee members at the second meeting in March.  Barbara G. and Donna M. agreed to be on the Nominating Committee. Carl K. will ask Marilyn M. if she will be on the Nominating Committee, too.

Committee reports/update

Ladies Friendship Club-Susan Miller told us that they have taken over delivering flowers to the people that are 90 years old and older on Valentine’s Day. They delivered to 19 people this year. If anyone knows someone who is in that age group, please let her know. Also, the Ladies Friendship Club will be forming a Welcoming Committee to visit new residents. That will begin in December 2022.

Blood Mobile-Susan Miller said there were 20 people on February 23rd.

Historical Committee-Brenda O. asks if anyone has heard of the west end of 4^th Street called Chicken Flats. They are in the process of researching that. She told us about the “Oosie Houses” used by the elephant keepers during the 1940s & 1950s. An essay will be read at the next Coffee Hour about the history of a couple who met at Paradise Bay years ago.

Corn Hole-Dean Clark-It has started with three very successful weeks. We play on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 3-5 p.m. There is a separate entrance by the Shuffleboard Courts. They will be participating in Bayfest.

Boating and Fishing Club-Chris M.-The next meeting is tomorrow, March 1^st. They are still looking for a new President.

Shuffleboard Club-Chris M.-Last Friday was a great Hawaiian Night under the Stars with more than 60 people. They served food. Next Friday, will be Shuffleboard under the Stars.

Euchre-Mary F.-Every Monday starts at 6:30. They are up to 14-16 people.

Golf-Jim G.-They golf at Pinebrook. There are 20-24 people who play.

Mahjong-Wendy G.-Fridays at 1-3 p.m. There is an instructor. There were 11 people last week.

Water Aerobics-Jean C.-She told us the cd player they use is not working right so she purchased a new one that costs $58.00. Wendy G. made a motion to reimburse Jean for the cd player. Mary F. seconded the motion. It passed unanimously.

Pickleball-Melissa C.-They have 122 members. Last week, a Pro did a clinic for 20 members. Last Friday night, was their Annual Party with over 100 people. Courts are filled all day, every day with one and a half hour time slots.

Dance-Debbie G.-Shana told us that Lew Russ will come again next year for another Activities Committee fundraiser on February 25, 2023.

A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Wendy G. and seconded by Jim G. at 11:02 a.m.

Respectively submitted by Karen Rimatzki

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Last Updated: 17 March 2022

Paradise Bay Activities Committee

Minutes of February 14, 2022 Meeting

The meeting was called to order by Carl Kerr at 10:00 a.m.

Prayer was said by Dan Smith

Present were: Jim Gath: Co-President, Carl Kerr: Co-President, Shana Simison: Vice President, Karen Rimatzki: Secretary, Wendy Graf: Treasurer, Donna Matteson: Board Assistant and 21 members.

 Secretary’s Report: The minutes of the last meeting were previously emailed, posted on the bulletin board in the Paradise Bay Hall and copies handed out at the meeting. There were no additions or corrections so the minutes will stand as posted.

Treasurer’s Report: Wendy Graf said the balance is $8,812.63. However, there has been expenditures approved in the amount of $3,500 which leaves $5,312.63 available. The report will stand as read.

Co-President’s Report: Jim G. told us the permit for the electronic sign has been approved so we are just waiting for it to get made. Jim G. mentioned the Parade for Bayfest will be a Disney theme. If possible, decorate your cars, golf carts, bicycles, etc. accordingly. Carl K. thanked Wendy and Donna for cleaning out the shed with the Bayfest supplies. Carl K. said the self igniters have been installed on the burners of the stove. He said he cleaned the burners and rubbed olive oil on them, as per the instructions. Susan M. requested a laminated set of instructions on how to light the burners be put up where everyone can see them. Carl K. said he would do that. The refrigerator stopped working. Jim G. thanked Carl K. for his help in obtaining a new refrigerator in time for the Luncheon on Saturday, February 5^th.

 Vice President’s report: none

Old Business

Bayfest-We need to presell tickets for the lunch to have an idea of how much food and supplies to purchase. Carl K. estimated it would cost $1,280.00 for the lunch items and a total of approximately $1,500 including other items. Therefore, if we charged $7.00 for the lunch and sold 300 tickets, that would total $2,100 which should cover all the expenses. The lunch will be a choice of Pulled Pork Sandwich, Hamburger or Hot Dog with chips and a root beer float or other drink. There will be Gumbo sold separately. Everyone was in agreement for charging $7.00 for the lunch.

Marilyn M. will make signs to be posted around advertising all the events during the day of Bayfest.

Barbara G. and several others will be soliciting donations from local businesses for the prizes. She would like to know which businesses have been contacted so no one contacts them again. Carl said Costco has agreed to make some type of a donation but isn’t sure what that will be.

It was decided to charge $1.00 for 4 tickets for the games. Wendy purchased candy to be passed out during the Parade. Also, there are beads that will be tossed during the Parade. Wendy asked for volunteers to stay after the meeting to bag the candy and sort the beads. Several people agreed to do that.

Jim G. told us he has awards to give to the winners of the best decorated vehicles in the Parade and the winners of the Golf Cart Rodeo.

Deb R. told us that Randy D. approved having yard signs put up advertising Bayfest.

 New Business

 Committee reports/update

Memorial Service-will be on February 20^th at 6 p.m. in the Paradise Bay Rec Hall. Shana is gathering names of deceased residents. She mentioned that people should be a dish to pass.

Craft Show-Jean Colson told us the Craft Show held on Saturday, February 5^th was a success. The people from the Office were extremely helpful with set up, putting the sign up, regulating the temperature in the Hall, etc. Linda F. was very helpful in advertising the Craft Show. There were 17 vendors. Jean presented the Activities Committee with a check for $230.

Ladies Friendship Club-Susan Miller told us that there will be a Hot Dog Sale on Saturday, March 12^th at Sally S.’s at 4 J St. during the Park Wide Sale. Also, in the kitchen there is a blue container with rags in the bottom corner cupboard. Please use them to clean up the floor, etc. instead of the towels or dish cloths. Carl K. mentioned that some people will be cleaning the hood to the stove on Thursday night.

Blood Mobile-Susan Miller said it will be here on Wednesday, February 23^rd at 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Anyone donating blood will received a OneBlood long sleeved T-Shirt and a $20 gift certificate. Please spread the word. Last time there were 18 donors.

Bingo-Joyce Farrington said the profit from Cash Awards for January was $271. She presented a check to the Activities Committee in that amount. There is a new seating arrangement with 6 chairs for each table and 2 more tables to allow more space for everyone.

Shuffleboard-Chris Matteson said the Courts are done being repainted and will open this Wednesday. This Friday evening will be a celebration of the Courts being reopened with a Shuffleboard under the Stars at 6:30 p.m.

Boating & Fishing Club-Chris Matteson told us they are looking for a new President. If anyone is interested or knows anyone who would like to be the President, please let him know. George M. will be replacing Sheila as the new Secretary.

Corn Hole-Chris M. told us that Dean Clark at CM 10 will be in charge of Corn Hole. Everything is set up by the Shuffleboard Courts to play, now.

Pickleball-Melissa Coleman-There will be no Dunk Tank at the Bayfest so we don’t need volunteers for that. Also, no grills are needed from them. Servers for the lunch are still needed starting at 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. and staying after to clean up. The Wind Guard has been installed that prevented the water from getting on the courts. We now have 110 members. They use the TeamReach app which is very helpful.

Dances: Lew Russ will be here on Saturday, February 26 at 6-9 p.m. Also, the Cigar City Smokers food truck will be serving 4-8 p.m. This will be a fundraiser for the Activities Committee.

Historical Committee -Brenda Ocenasek-She still needs pictures of all the activities. She would like pictures of the beginning of the Corn Hole activities. Eventually these will be part of our history. She would like 2 or 3 people to be willing to take pictures at the different activities. Pictures can be sent by email or on a flash drive or hard copy.

Art Class-Marilyn Morrisey-The Art Show will be on Sunday, March 20^th at 1-3 p.m. in the Paradise Bay Rec Hall. We are meeting on Tuesdays & Thursdays in the Helms House. Everyone is welcome.

Cortez Fishing Festival is February 19 & 20, 2022

Carl K. reminded everyone to turn in your ballots and proxies.

A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Chris M. and seconded by Carl K. at 11:13 a.m.

Respectively submitted by Karen Rimatzki