REPORT FOR 2012-GARY PLISCO, BIG SIR
We completed our 2nd year at the Concord Hilton while surviving several months of remodeling. The space and amenities were good for our Branch. Besides ample room for registration, the open space allowed us to set up tables to offer the Book Exchange and Sache (members’ hobbies & interests) and to promote many other activities and events.
Branch 8 had several new members on its Branch Executive Committee (BEC). Leading the way was Big SIR Gary Plisco and Little SIR Stan Johnson. Stan did a super job lining up quality speakers and finally getting our sound system operating in concert with the hotels system. He also developed a speakers list for 2000-2012. Keeping our minutes and holding us to the rules was Secretary Erland Perrson. Bill Peterson (Attendance Secretary) did many jobs including contact with Hotel Management and estimating attendance prior to luncheons (our payment for lunch was based on his estimate). Paul Laderer (Treasurer) and Leo Barrella (Assistant Treasurer) handled our funds and projected costs and needed contribution from members to operate the Branch. Membership Chairman Bob Barnes inducted the new members, prepared our roster and kept us current on membership. Directors Ed Benson, Wally Freeman, Bill Hunter, Mike Long, Derek Southern and Boniface Wadors had much to contribute at BEC meetings, .
Our Member Relations Committee (recruitment & retention) Chaired by Director Ed Benson was very active. They revised (annually) the 3-year Action Plan and implemented it. Many innovations as the Guest Package, another for sponsors (including their obligations), interviews with new and longer tenured members, comment cards on luncheon tables (comments reported to BEC monthly by Committee member Jim Sowell) and a member and sponsor recognition program were done. These were and will continue to be key factors in our recruitment and retention efforts.
Branch 8 continued to attract new members with 35 additions plus 10 applicants waiting to join. Unfortunately we lost 33 members because of health, death and other reasons. The advancing age of our Branch required us to continue an aggressive recruitment program through our membership. The State target of 10% new members was easily met as were the number of first time guests. Our average luncheon attendance of 76% (high of 82% in January) indicated strong support from membership. The support is also evident in the number of volunteers who kept the Branch operating. Over 185 members volunteered (more than half) including luncheon greeters & registration, activity chairman & assistants, golf marshals, Board members and more.
Another indicator of member support was the 90% participation in activities (at least 1 member participating in at least 1 activity). Activities increased from 40 to 46 during 2012. Activities were the cornerstones supporting the success of Branch 8 for 2012 and preceding years. The success came from the continued leadership by the Activity Coordinator, Chairman & Assistants.
Our financial condition remained healthy. For the 2nd year we had 100% participation in contributions to cover operating cost. Luncheon cost for 2012 was $20 with an annual contribution of $40. In November, Branch members voted to retain for 2013 the $20 for lunch with an annual contribution of $43 which includes luncheon costs of over $3 per meal. Membership preferred the even luncheon cost to facilitate payment for each lunch rather than having to deal with change. Members (about 35) who want to receive a hard copy of the Branch 8 newsletter (Hotline) will continue to pay an additional $20 per year to cover the cost of printing & mailing.
Branch members continued to participate in SIR State Offices and committees including Dean Steichen, Regional Director (and INFOSYS-revamping State data base), Ron Smith, Area 2 Governor, Roger Borgenson, Insurance Committee, Walter Schick, Chairman of the Growth & Membership Committee (also Area 2 Publicity & Recruitment Chairman) assisted by Ed Benson (Ed also took on the job of revamping the State Recruiting Brochure), Derek Southern, Training and Bob Hagler, State Travel Committee. Having this representation with the State was beneficial for the Branch. Area 2 activity participants were Derek Southern, Computers & Technology Chairman, Carl Moyer, Fishing Rep, George Schultz, Sums in Retirement and Dan Weller, Bowling Rep.
During 2012 we had 4 members receive the Presidential award for becoming 90 years of age (presentation by Area Governor, Ron Smith). Actually 5 were nominated to the State and awarded but one died before the presentation. The 5 were Leslie Bradshaw, Jim Brighton, Herman Denny, Marechal Duncun and Kenneth Powlesland.
The major events of the year were the Ladies Day Luncheons held in June (Contra Costa Country Club) and December (Round Hill Country Club). Jack Waddell, LDL Chairman and Committee (Tom Click, Paul Hersch, Paul Laderer, Bernie Rosner) did a fabulous job obtaining great entertainment and donations for drawings. Jack proved a perfect MC.
Branch 8 continues to be one of the stars in the State SIR program. The willingness of its members to volunteer to run the Branch, its activities and events and to recruit new members will keep it so for years to come
REPORT FOR 2012-GARY PLISCO, BIG SIR
We completed our 2nd year at the Concord Hilton while surviving several months of remodeling. The space and amenities were good for our Branch. Besides ample room for registration, the open space allowed us to set up tables to offer the Book Exchange and Sache (members’ hobbies & interests) and to promote many other activities and events.
Branch 8 had several new members on its Branch Executive Committee (BEC). Leading the way was Big SIR Gary Plisco and Little SIR Stan Johnson. Stan did a super job lining up quality speakers and finally getting our sound system operating in concert with the hotels system. He also developed a speakers list for 2000-2012. Keeping our minutes and holding us to the rules was Secretary Erland Perrson. Bill Peterson (Attendance Secretary) did many jobs including contact with Hotel Management and estimating attendance prior to luncheons (our payment for lunch was based on his estimate). Paul Laderer (Treasurer) and Leo Barrella (Assistant Treasurer) handled our funds and projected costs and needed contribution from members to operate the Branch. Membership Chairman Bob Barnes inducted the new members, prepared our roster and kept us current on membership. Directors Ed Benson, Wally Freeman, Bill Hunter, Mike Long, Derek Southern and Boniface Wadors had much to contribute at BEC meetings, .
Our Member Relations Committee (recruitment & retention) Chaired by Director Ed Benson was very active. They revised (annually) the 3-year Action Plan and implemented it. Many innovations as the Guest Package, another for sponsors (including their obligations), interviews with new and longer tenured members, comment cards on luncheon tables (comments reported to BEC monthly by Committee member Jim Sowell) and a member and sponsor recognition program were done. These were and will continue to be key factors in our recruitment and retention efforts.
Branch 8 continued to attract new members with 35 additions plus 10 applicants waiting to join. Unfortunately we lost 33 members because of health, death and other reasons. The advancing age of our Branch required us to continue an aggressive recruitment program through our membership. The State target of 10% new members was easily met as were the number of first time guests. Our average luncheon attendance of 76% (high of 82% in January) indicated strong support from membership. The support is also evident in the number of volunteers who kept the Branch operating. Over 185 members volunteered (more than half) including luncheon greeters & registration, activity chairman & assistants, golf marshals, Board members and more.
Another indicator of member support was the 90% participation in activities (at least 1 member participating in at least 1 activity). Activities increased from 40 to 46 during 2012. Activities were the cornerstones supporting the success of Branch 8 for 2012 and preceding years. The success came from the continued leadership by the Activity Coordinator, Chairman & Assistants.
Our financial condition remained healthy. For the 2nd year we had 100% participation in contributions to cover operating cost. Luncheon cost for 2012 was $20 with an annual contribution of $40. In November, Branch members voted to retain for 2013 the $20 for lunch with an annual contribution of $43 which includes luncheon costs of over $3 per meal. Membership preferred the even luncheon cost to facilitate payment for each lunch rather than having to deal with change. Members (about 35) who want to receive a hard copy of the Branch 8 newsletter (Hotline) will continue to pay an additional $20 per year to cover the cost of printing & mailing.
Branch members continued to participate in SIR State Offices and committees including Dean Steichen, Regional Director (and INFOSYS-revamping State data base), Ron Smith, Area 2 Governor, Roger Borgenson, Insurance Committee, Walter Schick, Chairman of the Growth & Membership Committee (also Area 2 Publicity & Recruitment Chairman) assisted by Ed Benson (Ed also took on the job of revamping the State Recruiting Brochure), Derek Southern, Training and Bob Hagler, State Travel Committee. Having this representation with the State was beneficial for the Branch. Area 2 activity participants were Derek Southern, Computers & Technology Chairman, Carl Moyer, Fishing Rep, George Schultz, Sums in Retirement and Dan Weller, Bowling Rep.
During 2012 we had 4 members receive the Presidential award for becoming 90 years of age (presentation by Area Governor, Ron Smith). Actually 5 were nominated to the State and awarded but one died before the presentation. The 5 were Leslie Bradshaw, Jim Brighton, Herman Denny, Marechal Duncun and Kenneth Powlesland.
The major events of the year were the Ladies Day Luncheons held in June (Contra Costa Country Club) and December (Round Hill Country Club). Jack Waddell, LDL Chairman and Committee (Tom Click, Paul Hersch, Paul Laderer, Bernie Rosner) did a fabulous job obtaining great entertainment and donations for drawings. Jack proved a perfect MC.
Branch 8 continues to be one of the stars in the State SIR program. The willingness of its members to volunteer to run the Branch, its activities and events and to recruit new members will keep it so for years to come
