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Paradise Bay Activities Committee
Minutes of March 11, 2024
Carl Kerr called meeting to order 10:05 a.m.
Prayer was said by Donna Matteson
Pledge of Allegiance was recited
Present: Carl Kerr: Co-President, Karen Rimatzki: Secretary, Donna Matteson: Board Assistant, Lee Stephens: Vice President Assistant and 17 others
Secretary’s report: The minutes of the last meeting were previously emailed and copies passed out. There were no additions or corrections so the minutes will stand as posted.
Treasurer’s report: Donna Matteson notified us that our balance as of March 7th is 11,331.60. Carl Kerr informed us that there was a profit of about $600 from Bayfest which is not suppose to be a fundraiser. It is just a fun event. The report will stand as read.
Co-Presidents’ report: Carl Kerr thanked the Ladies Friendship Club for cleaning the kitchen.
Vice President report: Donna Matteson told us Shana Simison gave her the list for the Coffee Servers for next season which should be passed out to all the Activity Heads.
Old Business:
- Nominating Committee: The offices of Co-Presidents and Secretary are up for election this year. Each have a two-year term. Jim Gath and Carl Kerr have accepted the nomination to be Co-Presidents for another term. Debbie Freeman has accepted the nomination for Secretary. Nominations will still be accepted at the next meeting March 25th before the election.
New Business:
Committee Reports:
Boating & Fishing Club: Kevin Sullivan-They made a $500 donation to the Activities Committee. He, also, explained how they are going through the necessary process to have a Kayak launch built. George Mullen informed us the new Vice President is John Hopkins. Their Fish Fry for members only is on March 22nd at noon. They are hosting the Easter Dinner on March 31st at 1 p.m.; it is necessary to sign up.
Ladies Friendship Club: Cathy Mullen-Change of time for the next meeting on March 13th will be at 12 p.m. instead of 1 p.m. There will be a guest speaker from the St. Joseph Food Pantry. The Fashion Show will be on March 21st at 1-3 p.m. Tickets are $5.
Bocce Club: Tom Billings-They made a $500 donation to the Activities Committee. This Wednesday, is the last scheduled games. Next Monday, is the Bocce Tournament. There will a party for players and subs with their spouses on March 20th in the Rec Hall at 5 p.m.
Bingo: Joyce Nicholson-They made a $306 donation to the Activities Committee. Last Bingo will be on April 15th.
Pickleball Club: Melissa Coleman-She introduced Caroline Mouawad as their new 2025 Chairperson.
SaraBay: Kathy Ormiston-They are in the process of updating their contact list. Also, they are working on the Calendar for next season. In the future, we will probably sell tickets before some events to prevent exceeding the Hall fire safety limit. The Epoxy Class was a huge hit so probably will do it next year. The Mulligan Stew event will be on March 16th.
Euchre: Mary Fox-They will still be playing until at least the end of the month.
Irish Dance: Debbie Freeman-She said there was Irish Dancers and George and Margie dancing at the luncheon during Bayfest. She suggested to possibly add the Line Dancers, the Ukulele Group, and the Jam Session Group. This would enable everyone to see the different groups and what they have to offer.
Shuffleboard Club: Chris Matteson-They had a big turn-out for their Pirate Night. They made a profit of about $300. Next year, it will be the Roaring 20s. Wednesday, we will be electing officers.
Pancake Breakfast: Chris Matteson- He informed us it will be on Friday, March 15th.
Carl Kerr informed us the Music by the Bay on March 21st will be serving the food left from the Bayfest. It will not be a pig roast.
Donna Matteson mentioned that before anything is thrown away in the kitchen or Hall, please find out who might be using it or who it belongs to.
For any regularly scheduled Activity such as Bocce, Water Aerobics, Golf, Exercise, Lee Stephens needs to know the date the activity will be ending this season and the date it will resume next season. Also, if there are any time changes, she needs to know.
Bayfest Recap:
Set-up: More tables are needed outside the Hall/Annex for raffles, selling lunch tickets, etc.
Parade: We had the most participants ever this year. Which was great! However, many people felt the vehicles were going too fast. Therefore, everyone should go slower. Also, it was mentioned that the exhaust from the cars was affecting the bike riders. Also, there was some discussion about going down Crepe Myrtle, twice. Therefore, it was suggested to start at the Woodshop or have half the parade go up Buttonwood and half go up Seagrape then alternate vehicles going down Crepe Myrtle.
It was decided that the Activities Committee will just purchase candy or another item to throw out their own golf cart; it will be up to each group or individual to throw out their own candy/items, if they want to.
Games: Being in the Annex was much better than being by the Pool.
Luncheon: Food choice this year was very good. It was decided to scoop the ice cream in the cups and give a can of root beer instead of pouring the root beer in the cup which caused a lot of foam.
Basket Raffle: It was suggested to list all the items contained in the Baskets.
Silent Auction: They should be ready the night before.
Golf Cart Rodeo: It was hard to hear the speaker.
Article in Newsletter: Someone needs to submit an article with all the information.
Next year date: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Theme: Circus
MOTION TO ADJOURN made by George Mullen, 2nd by Ricky Baer, motion passed.
Our next meeting will be on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
Respectively submitted by Karen Rimatzki, Secretary
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Paradise Bay Activities Committee
Minutes of February 26, 2024
Carl Kerr called meeting to order 10:00 a.m.
Prayer was said by Dan Smith
Pledge of Allegiance was recited
Present: Jim Gath, Carl Kerr, Shana Simison, Karen Rimatzki, Donna Matteson, Lee Stephens and 17 others
Shuffleboard Club did a presentation about the upcoming Pirate Night on Friday, March 1st at 7 p.m.
Secretary report: The minutes of the last meeting were previously emailed and copies passed out. Brenda Ocenasek asked that last names are included in the minutes. That correction will be made and continue in the future. The minutes will stand as corrected.
Treasury report: Shana Simison has taken over the duties of Treasurer in Wendy Graf’s absence. We do not have an updated report because the Park Manager has been ill. Carl Kerr told us that we did make about $1,100 on the Italian Dinner.
Co-Presidents’ report: Jim Gath proposed having a Pig Roast for the Music by the Bay. There was a lot of discussion about when to have it. It was decided to have it on March 21st at 4 p.m. George Mullen made a motion to approve paying for the Pig Roast. It was seconded by Brenda Ocenasek. It passed unanimously.
Vice President report: Shana Simison said since she is taken over the duties of Treasurer, her address is 61 2nd St. and phone no. is 765-318-9818 for anyone who needs to contact her.
Old Business:
- Rules: A draft of the revised Rules was emailed and copies distributed. Karen Rimatzki reviewed the proposed changes. George Mullen made a motion to approve the revised Rules. It was seconded by Kathy Sparks. It passed unanimously.
- Bayfest: Tom Billings said he would ask some people to help set up the tables, chairs and canopies outside by the Annex around 8 a.m. There will be some entertainment during the Luncheon. Jim Gath stated the rules for the Golf Cart Rodeo will be available there. Carl Kerr said the winners of the raffles will be announced after the Golf Cart Rodeo.
New Business:
- Nominating Committee: Ricky Baer, Donna Matteson, and Cathy Mullen will be on the Nominating Committee.
Committee Reports:
Bayfront Flowers: Kathy Sparks-She asked about having more flower pots for the new posts. It was decided we would buy more next season.
Entertainment: Carl Kerr-Last week they sold over 130 Season Tickets for next season. The acts for next year have been picked. Season tickets will be on sale at the next entertainment.
Boating & Fishing Club: George Mullen-There will be a boating trip to Egmont Key this Thursday; meet along the bayfront at 10:30 a.m. On March 22nd at noon will be the fish fry for members only. They will be hosting the Easter Dinner on March 31st. On March 5th there will be an election of all new officers.
Ladies Friendship Club: Cathy Mullen-Kitchen cleaning will be on Friday, March 8th starting at 9:30 a.m. On March 9th there will be a Hot Dog and Donut sale at 24 7th St. starting around 7:30 a.m. for the donuts and coffee. The hot dogs will be sold starting around 9 a.m. Change of time for the next meeting on March 13th will be at 12 p.m. instead of 1 p.m. There will be a guest speaker from the St. Joseph Food Pantry. The Fashion Show will be on March 21st at 1-3 p.m. We need mini desserts. Tickets will be $5 and go on sale this week.
Health Fair & Blood Mobile: Susan Miller-She thanked everyone who gave blood and came to the Health Fair. There were 44 units of blood collected; about 18 more than ever before. About 100 people attended the Health Fair.
Newsletter: Joyce Nicholson-the deadline was yesterday; nothing has been submitted for Bayfest. She was asked just to put in the times.
Bingo: Joyce Nicholson-said the computer they use is not working properly and cannot be fixed. Therefore, they need to buy a new one. It would cost just under $1,200. Joyce Nicholson made a motion to spend up to $1,200 to purchase a new computer for Bingo. It was seconded by Jim Gath. It passed unanimously.
Historical Committee: Brenda Ocenasek-At the next Coffee Hour, we will read a personal interview from a longtime resident. We are still looking people to join or at least help with some of our projects.
Pickleball Club: Melissa Coleman-The Pickleball Fest will be tonight; it was delayed because of the weather last Friday. Also, tonight will be the drawing for the raffle of the use of a golf cart. The Club donated $200 to the Activities Committee.
Waterfront Worship: Dan Smith-It continues to grow. We will continue until Easter. On March 18th, the Waterfront Worship will help serve during Coffee Hour.
SaraBay: Kathy Ormiston-March 16th at 10 a.m.-4 p.m., there will be a Pool Tournament; there is a sign-up sheet in the Pool Room. The Pancake Breakfast is this Friday. The Leap Day Dinner is cancelled. In March, the Line Dancing time will change to be at 1-2:30 p.m. They will have an Epoxy Resin Art Class on Sunday, March 10th at 12-2 p.m. or 3-5 p.m. It will cost $30 for Night Light or $99 for the Charcuterie Board. It is necessary to register and pay by March 6th. The flyer will be on the bulletin board.
There was a suggestion to get a Chalk Board or White Board for the kitchen to list any items that are needed. Carl Kerr said he would get one.
MOTION TO ADJOURN made by Joyce Farrington, 2nd by Kathy Sparks, motion passed.
Our next meeting will be on Monday, March 11, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
Respectively submitted by Karen Rimatzki, Secretary
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Paradise Bay Activities Committee
Minutes of February 12, 2024
Carl Kerr called meeting to order 10:00 a.m.
Prayer was said by Donna Matteson
Pledge of Allegiance was recited
Present: Jim Gath, Carl Kerr, Shana Simison, Karen Rimatzki, Donna Matteson and 22 others
Secretary report: The minutes of the last meeting were previously emailed. There were no additions or corrections so the minutes will stand as posted.
Treasury report: Balance is $11,958.06. The report will stand as read.
Co-Presidents’ report: Jim Gath said the Italian Dinner was a huge success and will continue. There were only 12 people at the Super Bowl Party so next year it will be done differently. Carl Kerr told us there’s a form to request supplies for any event. It should be filled out and submitted at least one week prior to the event.
Vice President report: none
Old Business:
- Rules: A draft of the revised Rules was emailed and copies distributed. Karen Rimatzki reviewed the proposed changes. The revised Rules will be voted on at the next meeting.
New Business:
- Commercial Slicer: Carl Kerr told us he found out that during the clean-up of the Hall last year, the commercial slicer was donated to the Fire Dept. This was discovered the morning of the Italian Dinner, when it was needed to slice the meat. Carl Kerr mentioned there are people who are trying to find one that we might purchase to replace it..
Committee Reports:
Ladies Friendship Club: Cathy Mullen-next meeting is February 14th at 1 p.m. A representative from SOLVE will be speaking about her organization. That morning, we will assemble flowers in vases and distribute them with cards to 31 people 90 years and older. The total profit from the Luncheon, Bake Sale, and Gift Basket Raffle was $2,334.
Craft Show: Jean Colson-It was an outstanding Show. It isn’t a big money maker but we made the most money we ever have. She presented $395 to the Activities Committee. She has been in charge for 10 years and is giving up her position. She is in the process of trying to find a replacement. If anyone knows of someone interested, please let her know.
Christmas Dinner: Carl Kerr said we still need someone to be in charge. If anyone would like to do that or knows someone, please notify an Activities Committee Executive Board Member.
Pickleball Club: Melissa Coleman-We have 125 members. Our first event was a Pizza Party and we made some money from that. We bought some equipment. We are going to have a raffle. The prize is the use of a six-person golf cart for one week with a value of $450. Raffle tickets are one for $5 or five for $20. The ticket will be drawn during the Annual Party on February 23rd. Anyone can join their Team Reach App, the code is SBPC.
Health Fair: Susan Miller-The Blood Drive will be on February 22nd at 9 a.m.-3 p.m., she passed out flyers with information about how to make an appointment. The Health Fair is from 9-12.
Boating & Fishing Club: Chris Matteson-There were about 480 tickets sold for the Frank & Bean Dinner, we made about $2,100. Elections for officers will be at the next meeting in March. There are about 220 members. We got a new kayak trailer that is available to everyone. At the next meeting, there will be an auction for a fishing trip. You don’t need to be a Club member to attend a meeting.
Shuffleboard Club: Chris Matteson-just finished our tournament. February 23rd is Pirate Night.
Bingo: Joyce Nicholson- There has been record crowds this year. She presented $342 from January’s Cash Awards. She mentioned they are having an issue with the computer. She said she’ll find out if it can be fixed or if they will need a new one.
SaraBay: Kathy Ormiston-During their Coffee Hour, they had a Gold Timers Celebration for anyone married 50 years or more. There were 29 couples. There will be a Leap Year Dinner on February 29th at 4-6 p.m. for $7.
Dances: Debbie Greeves-We will be hosting a band for Bayfest. We added 4 extra events this year.
Golf: Jim Gath-meets at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays at Pinebrook Ironwood Golf Course.
Comments: There was some discussion about who can send Email Blasts if Jim Gath is unable to. It was decided that anyone wanting to send an Email Blast should send an email with the information to Jim Gath. If he is not able to send the Email Blast at that time, he will forward to someone that is available.
Mary Fox would like to organize a Gold Timers Celebration for Paradise Bay for next year.
MOTION TO ADJOURN made by Cathy Mullen, 2nd by Tom Billings, motion passed.
Our next meeting will be on Monday, February 26, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
Respectively submitted by Karen Rimatzki, Secretary
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Paradise Bay Activities Committee
Minutes of January 22, 2024
Carl K. called meeting to order 10:00 a.m.
Prayer was said by Dan S.
Pledge of Allegiance was recited
Present: Jim G., Carl K., Shana S., Wendy G., Karen R., Donna M. and 21 others
Secretary report: The minutes of the last meeting were previously emailed. There were no additions or corrections so the minutes will stand as posted.
Treasury report: Balance as January 19th is $10,652.51. The report will stand as read.
Co-Presidents’ report: Carl K. stated there was in email blast sent about the Music by the Bay scheduled for Jan. 18th being cancelled. He’s not aware of when it will be rescheduled but assumes an email blast will be sent out when it is. Carl thanked Kathy S. for taking care of the flowers on Bayview. Kathy S. said she has a calendar for the month of March for people to sign up to water for a week from Sunday to Sunday. Carl mentioned that security is everyone’s business so if you see something that might be wrong, please call.
Vice President report: Shana S. thanked the Board for taking care of business in her absence. She, also, thanked Lee for taking over the Calendar which is a huge job.
Old Business:
- Bayfest-There will be an organizational meeting after the next Activities Committee meeting February 12th. Carl K. stated that a sign-up sheet for volunteers will be passed around at the next Coffee Hour.
- Frank & Bean Dinner-will be on Saturday, Jan. 27th at 4-6 p.m. They are planning for 500 people and have sold about 400. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
- Christmas Dinner-looking for a new Chairperson. If anyone is interested, please contact an Activities Committee Executive Board member.
New Business:
- Memorial Service is on Sunday, January 28th at 6 p.m. at the Paradise Bay Rec Hall.
- Flowers on Valentine’s Day-Ladies Friendship Club will deliver to anyone 90 years old or older.
Committee Reports:
Ladies Friendship Club: Cathy M.-next meeting is February 14th at 1 p.m. Our membership has increased by 12-14, this year. All ladies are invited to join. Our Luncheon, Bake Sale, and Gift Basket Raffle will be on Feb. 3rd. She said they need items for the Bake Sale and desserts for the Luncheon which can be brought to the Paradise Bay Rec Hall on Fri., Feb. 2nd from 8 a.m-2 p.m. and Sat., Feb. 3 from 8-10:30 a.m. The meal includes a pulled pork or chicken salad sandwich, chips, a drink and a dessert for $7.50. We pass out Welcome Bags to new shareholders for the Activities Committee. She told us they would like to put a pen, key chain, and/or a coffee mug in the Welcome Bag. She did get some prices for those items. She said that it would cost approximately $300 to place an order. Cathy M. made a motion to buy pens and coffee mugs for the Welcome Bags not to exceed $350. It was seconded by Donna M. It passed unanimously. It was, also, mentioned they are in need of items for the Gift Basket Raffle, especially ones that men would like. They can be brought to Donna M. or Cathy M.
Boating & Fishing Club: Chris M. told us “Fast Eddy” will be playing music during the Frank & Bean Dinner on January 27th. Kim Hopkins and her sisters will be doing the dinner. Boat inspections on Jan. 27th. At their next meeting, they will have their new t-shirts. Also, they will be auctioning off a boat trip. They will be selling the new t-shirts for $25 at the Frank & Bean Dinner.
Shuffleboard Club: Chris M.-Shuffle Under the Stars has been very well attended. The Amateur tournament will be on Monday, January 29th; sign up begins at 8 a.m.
Entertainment: Tom B.-On Wednesday, the committee will be going to preview shows for next year.
Bocce Club: Tom B.-Despite the cold weather, it’s still going good.
Historical Committee: Brenda O.-She read information about the Committee which will be in Newsletter. She is looking for some people to take over. She, also, read some information about the history of our Park. There are copies of the History of our Park in the office.
Dance: The Committee will be donating $900 to pay for Soul R Coaster playing the night of Bayfest from 5-8 p.m. so attendance is free. The 88 Live food truck and Purple Bell Ice Cream truck will be serving.
Golf League: Jim G.-Pinebrook Ironwood Golf Course, arrive at 11:30 a.m. to be put on a foursome.
SaraBay: Kathy O.-Memorial Service will be on February 19th.
Comments: John & Marla Rigby said they would like to start a “Souper Bowl” collection of cans and nonperishable foods for a local food pantry. They will have containers at Paradise Bay, Sarasota Bay Rec Halls and their place at 16 H St. starting February 3rd until the Super Bowl.
MOTION TO ADJOURN made by Cathy M., 2nd by Wendy G., motion passed.
Our next meeting will be on Monday, February 12, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
Respectively submitted by Karen Rimatzki, Secretary
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Paradise Bay Activities Committee
Minutes of January 8, 2024
Carl K. called meeting to order 10:00 a.m.
Prayer was said by Carl K.
Pledge of Allegiance was recited
Present: Jim G., Carl K., Wendy G., and Karen R. and 19 others
Christmas Dinner: Ken gave the Activities Committee $90 from the ham sales. He told us that he would no longer be in charge of the Christmas Dinner but if possible would help. He handed over all the paperwork. Carl K. said he would ask members of the Bocce Club if they would like to be in charge of the Christmas Dinner.
Secretary report: The minutes of the last meeting were previously emailed. There were no additions or corrections so the minutes will stand as posted.
Treasury report: Balance is approximately $9,000.
Co-Presidents’ report: Carl K. informed us that the Activities Committee purchased a label maker to be used to label any cabinets, drawers, etc. that contain supplies and materials. There are some empty cabinets in the Hall. If anyone needs a place to store their items, please let us know.
Vice President report: none
Old Business: none
New Business:
1.Bayfest-Saturday, March 2, 2024-George M. is still willing to be in charge of the games. They will be held in the Annex. Carl K. will be in charge of the food with the help of the Pickleball Club. Jim G. will be in charge of the Parade and Golf Cart Rodeo. Wendy G. will take care of the raffles. Jim G., Carl K. and Barbara G. have solicited gifts for the raffles from local businesses. The theme this year is Tropical. Jim G. said there should be an email blast to notify everyone about the theme. Carl K. said we will discuss and assign responsibilities at our next meeting and make a sign up sheet for volunteers to be passed out at the Coffee Hour.
2.Italian Dinner-Saturday, February 10, 2024-John Mattei is in charge.
3.Use of Park Facilities-There was a lot of discussion about anyone being able to reserve or use any of the Park facilities if it was available. Carl K. made a motion that any shareholder who wants to have an event in any of the facilities that is not occupied on the calendar by some previous activity is allowed to reserve that time slot in their name. It was seconded by Cathy. It passed with a majority vote with 3 opposed. Peggy made a motion to rescind the previous motion. It was seconded by Joyce F. It passed unanimously. It was decided that this issue should be referred to the Board of Directors. David B. told us he would like to use the Helm’s House on Thursday, January 11th from 4-6 p.m for a Fantasy Football Draft with 20 people. Without any objection, Carl K. told Lee to put it on the Calendar.
Committee Reports:
Euchre: Mary F. said she heard that SaraBay will be changing their Euchre to be on Monday which is the same night as she has it. If that happens, there wouldn’t be enough people because several of them are from SaraBay. Carl K. said he would talk with someone at SaraBay to find out what is happening and get back with Mary.
Boating & Fishing Club: George M.- Frank & Bean Dinner on Sat., Jan. 27 at 4-6 p.m. the tickets are $8 or 2 for $15. Boat inspections on Jan. 27th at 8 a.m. by the docks by the U.S. Coast Guard. During the Coffee Hour on Monday, January 15th, we will be auctioning off a boat trip on Jim G.’s pontoon. The Park has donated a used kayak trailer. They need some supplies to fix it up and were wondering if the Activities Committee would pay for them. They will present the requested amount at the next meeting for an approval.
Dances: Debbie G.-This Saturday at 4-6 p.m, the Philly Cheesesteak food truck will be by the Shuffleboard courts before the Sweet Fleet Dance.
Ladies Friendship Club: Cathy M.-our monthly meeting is this Wednesday, January 10th. Members and guests will be donating items for a “baby shower” for SOLVE Maternity Homes. Cathy mentioned some of the requested items. We will be distributing flowers on Valentine’s Day to anyone 90 years or older. On Saturday, February 3rd we will have a luncheon, bake sale and Gift Basket raffle during the Craft show.
Bingo: Joyce N. presented a check for $229 from Cash Awards to the Activities Committee. Bingo has been going great with bigger crowds then in the past 2-3 years.
Historical Committee: Brenda O.-She is looking for some people to take over.
Pancake Breakfast: Lynn J.- Due to the increase in the cost of food and supplies, they are raising the price to $4.00, this year. SaraBay will be charging the same amount, too.
Luminaires: Anita C.- She thanked everyone for their help on Christmas Eve. Brenda O. made a motion to purchase 200 tall candles. It was seconded by Lynn J. It passed unanimously.
Bible Study: Dan S.- He will not be able to do the Bible Study anymore. There are other Bible Studies taking place in the Sarasota Bay Rec Hall.
Waterfront Worship: Dan S.- He will continue doing it on Sundays.
Golf League: Jim G.-they meet at Pinebrook Ironwood on Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. and tee off about noon.
Comments: Bill Nicholson, as a representative of the Board of Directors, thanked everyone for their hard work in making a great environment for our Park. He, also, said the Board recommends everyone vote yes to waive the Reserves.
Mary F. knows someone who would like to attend some type of computer/tablet class. Mary said she would ask someone who might be interested in instructing a class.
MOTION TO ADJOURN made by Cathy, 2nd by Anita, motion passed.
Our next meeting will be on Monday, January 22, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
Respectively submitted by Karen Rimatzki