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GUESTS: No guests other than our honorary member Colby Davis.

FINES: Master Sergeant Brad Thompson with his trusty sidekick Stan Macgirvin fined Jeff Roberson the customary Presidential fine. Duke Wiggins and Scott Cooley were fined for being late. Darren Wicks was fined for not having a speaker. Everyone was fined for not bringing a guest.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: None

PROGRAM: Darren Wicks brought us up to date on the upcoming NJCAA Basketball Tournament which will be held March 16-21. Booth setup will be on Sunday the 15th. The generic tournament T-shirt logos were chosen at the meeting last week. There are no individual team logos since the tournament changed a few years ago to single-elimination play with 24 teams participating. As soon as the teams that will be attending are known, a calling committee will contact the team athletic directors to see if they wish to purchase advance team t-shirt orders. There is old shirt inventory of polos, sweat-shirts and denim shirts that will be cleared out soon. A sign-up sheet to work the tournament will be available next week.

Lucky Ace Drawing: Harley Macklin drew a regular card and won $5. The pot increases to $152.00.

Newsletter Drawing: Dave Suhler might have won, had he stayed for the drawing.

Newsletter question: For $10How many teams will participate in the NJCAA single-elimination tournament format?

Calendar: February 27, An Orientation meeting for new members.

Editor: Steve Conard

LAST MEETING: February 13, 2015 EDITOR: Paul W. Brown

GUESTS: Randy Henderson, Reno County Sheriff.

SGT. REPORT: Sgt. Brad and Marvin were on patrol on Friday the 13th. Jeff R. paid his weekly presidential fine. Kathy H. paid for missing board meeting. The real sheriff warned the Sgts. about a possible warrant for a missing Big Hat. Apparently, Jay Pitzer IS missing a Big Hat. Duke was fined and probably does not know why. Thad paid for harassing Colby and for a business plug. A pin check was then imposed on the members.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

AWARDS: Jay Pitzer received a spur and a star for bringing in a new member from President Jeff Roberson (now, if he only had a Big Hat to put them on).

AMTRYKE: The board approved the giving of an AMTRYKE, but had no details.

NJCAA Basketball Tournament: Darrin Wicks presented three possible logo examples for the consideration of the membership. Please reserve the tournament dates of March 16-21 on your calendar. Also, make a note of the NJCAA track meet on May 14-16.

FRONT DOOR: The Hutchinson Town Club will have access again through the front door for our meeting on the 20th.

PROGRAM: Sheriff Randy Henderson provided an update on the Reno County Correctional Facility being constructed at 1800 S. Severance. The 72, 000 square foot facility will hold 250 inmates and include programs for rehabilitation. New features include: separate work release area, central supervision for cell blocks, negative air cells and additional single cells.

LUCKY ACES DRAWING: Duke Wiggins-$5.00. After the ticket search!

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Randall Haltom won $85.00 for the right answer.

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: Whats the name of the new jail? ($5.00)

GUESTS: Craig Smith, HCC Fire Science Instructor and Colby Davis, Ward Daviss son.

FINES: Ward & Colby Davis were our Sergeants which are actually the Colby and Ward Show. The members were not really being quiet nor paying attention so Colby singled each table out to be fined. Finally 1 table was left, who had quieted down considerably, so Colby said they should be fined for being quiet. You cant win with these two.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Community Service committee approved and recommended an AmTryke request which will now go to the board for approval.

T-Shirt designs for the NJCAA Basketball Tournament should be ready this Friday for the club to select which designs will be used for this years tournament March 16-21.

PROGRAM: Kathy Hanks introduced Craig Smith, Instructor of Fire Science at Hutchinson Community College. Fire Science classes are held at the South Campus, the former Hutchinson Air Base Industrial Tract. Due to the time of year Craig concentrated the program focus on Ice Rescue Training. The class is broken down into awareness, operations and technician level. It is offered 1 to 2 times per year. Locally we do have the potential for this type of accident. Such as kids playing on a farm pond, ATV use on same or ice fishing. The victim will succumb to hypothermia very quickly. They cannot usually extricate themselves and without assistance will not usually survive. Outdoor training is done on a farm pond. If the pond is not frozen, floating platforms are used to simulate surface ice complete with a hole for the victim. The rescuer wears a special waterproof flotation suit with thermal protection. Throw bags, a rescue sling and board and a tow vehicle are all used to pull the victim and rescuer to safety. Classes must meet National Fire Protection Association guidelines. Currently 37 different classes are offered as a part of the Fire Science program. The Fire Science Associates in Applied Science degree requires 64 credit hours of classes. For more information on the Fire Science program contact Craig Smith or Department Chair Bobby White at HCC.

Lucky Aces Drawing: Darren Wicks drew a Lucky Joker and won no money. The pot increases to $128.00.

Newsletter Drawing: Dan Power knew half the answer, John ?, so he did not win.

Newsletter question: For $85How many credit hours are required for a Fire Science AAS degree?

Calendar: February 13, Progress update on the new jail.

Editor: Steve Conard

Guest Lowell Peachy, President/CEO Mennonite Friendship Communities

Guest John Young, St. Francis Community Services, todays program presenter

January 30, 2015 is the fifth Friday of the month and BIG HAT DAY. The Big Hats conduct the meeting. Big Hats present: Stan, Doug, Duke, Brad, Tony, Jeff Brewer, Jay, Doyle, Steve Conner, and Guy sans hat.

After we enjoyed a very nice breakfast, Big Hat Sergeants were compelled to fine people for deeds both good and bad. Much laughter and good cheer filled the room and smiles were everywhere. When their tour of duty ended all the members appeared satisfied.

Big Hat President Duke Wiggins conducted the official meeting.

The agenda included: Discussion on new models of Amtrykes for kids with disabilities. Regional Meeting in May. Atta Boy for Jay Pitzer and Casino dealers conducting games to fund the clubs out reach programs in the community.

The Program was presented by the aforementioned Guest John Young, St. Francis Community Services. The organization serves about 9000 people in Kansas, Nebraska, and Oklahoma. The organization does many things in order train foster parents and care for children without parents and adoption services. It is a faith based organization non-profit with 501 c3 designation. About 2,300 foster kids in the Hutchinson area are in the care of St. Francis. There are forty licensed homes in Reno County. St Francis cares for kids up to age 18. www.st.francis.org john.young@st-francis.org cell phone 620-615-1063 business phone 866-999-1599

T-shirt Plans: The NJCAA tournament is coming soon. First of all an inventory is planned for February 20th and we need counters. The inventory needs to be analyzed to determine what items are salable in order to place an order. Also we need a plan to increase sales with some marketing ideas for team sales.

Lucky Ace drawing, Tom Hymer drew the eight of clubs and won $5. The pot increases to $116. Newsletter drawing, Andrew Parr could have won $75 but he was absent. For the meeting of February 6, 2015 win $80 if your name is drawn and you can name the presenter from St. Francis.

Upcoming programs and events:

February 6, 2015 Craig Smith, Fire science

February 13, 2015 Update on the new Jail

Tom Hymer, Editor

Guest Mitch Hixon Fox Theatre Director

Sergeants Ward and Colby found some Ambucs sleeping, therefore the alertness level was close to zero, but they suddenly snapped into consciousness when the toilet arrived. Other Ambucs were identified and fined for AWOL at the State of the City event. By watching Brad Colby is making up stories in order to get more money in the toilet. ( Have you ever wondered if the newsletter is read by non-Ambucs, and what they might think of the phrase get more money in the toilet?) Randall, Dennis, and others coughed up money for some reason, but with Colby in charge, excuses are unacceptable.

T-shirt Plans: Daren Wicks announced that NJCAA tournament is coming soon. First of all an inventory is planned for February 20th. The inventory needs to be analyzed to determine what items are salable. Also we need a plan to increase sales with some marketing ideas for team sales.

Dillons Community Rewards Program. Effective January 31, 2015 the reloadable card is ending. Enrollment of your Plus Card in Dillons Community Rewards is now available at www.dillons.com

Todays program, Mitch Hixon Fox Theatre Director presented his report. The Fox is a registered historic among many throughout the nation in the Art Deco period. The Fox is a 501c3 entity with three full time employees, six part-time employees, and 90 volunteers. After a $4.5 million remodel the Art Deco features have restored. The sound system in the Fox was troublesome, however many improvements in acoustics of the theater have resulted in a quality audio that is certain to attract more patrons. Mr. Hixon discussed how motion pictures have transformed from film to digital format. A movie is delivered on a flash drive giving the vendor control of showings.

Lucky Ace drawing, Terry Brigman drew the ten of diamonds and won $5. The pot increases to $102. Newsletter drawing, John Knipp could have won $65 but he was absent. For the meeting of January 30, 2015 win $75 if your name is drawn and you can name the Director of the Fox Theatre.

Upcoming programs and events:

January 30, 2015 5th Friday, Big Hats present the meeting

January 30, 2015 John Young Program Saint Francis Academy

February 6, 2015 Craig Smith, Fire science

February 13, 2015 Update on the new Jail

Tom Hymer, Editor 1/27/2015

Todays guests, Lynn Taylor, Park Place Pastor. Becky Warren, todays program.

The sergeants managed to fill the toilet to overflowing, although no one called the plumber. Here is the list of contributors to the toilet, President Roberson, Macklin, Seitnator, Wiehl, Brown, Wicks twice, Pitzer, Parr, Knipp, and assorted others. The end came at 7:27 a.m. when they rang the bell. Today January 21, 2015 State of the City address was a full house and a successful event. Ambucs were well represented and club President Jeff spoke to the audience about our Amtryke outreach program. City Manager John Deardoff reported his analysis on projects, spending, street resurfacing and other city business. Thanks to Harley Macklin for his organization and leadership that created more awareness of Ambucs and community service mission. Casino Nights: Dont Forget: ~Thursday January 22nd 7 to 11 pm for the Kansas Ground Water organization at the Atrium, formerly the Ramada.~Saturday January 24th beginning at 6 pm for the Cause for Paws Organization at the Cosmosphere. T-shirt Plans: Daren Wicks announced that NJCAA tournament is coming soon. First of all an inventory is planned for February 20th. The inventory needs to be analyzed to determine what items are salable. Also we need a plan to increase sales with some marketing ideas for team sales. Changes are taking place in the very popular Community Rewards Program. Effective January 31, 2015 the reloadable card is ending. The transition has not been easy as the web site has flaws. We are looking forward to new instructions. Thanks to Jay Pitzer for his work on this and updates. Todays Program was presented by Becky Warren, Kansas State Director of Skills USA. This is a 503c org. Skills USA makes alliances with schools and businesses to fill the gaps with skilled workers. These kind of relationships work together to prepare students with shop skills, teamwork, communications, social skills. Interested students can enroll anytime during their High School education. Ms. Warren made a special appeal for volunteers who have business backgrounds to help the students succeed. Their web site is www.ksde.org . Ms Warrens email bwarren@ksde.org or phone 620-820-9367.Lucky Ace drawing, Jeff Brewer drew the six of clubs and won $5. The pot increases to $89. Newsletter drawing, Tim Davies could have won $65 but he was absent. For the meeting of January 23, 2015 win $70 if your name is drawn and you can name the Kansas State Director of Skills USA. Upcoming programs and events: January 22, 2015 Casino NightJanuary 23, 2015 Program Mitch Hixon Fox TreatreJanuary 24, 2015 Casino night Cause for PawsJanuary 30, 2015 5th Friday, Big Hats present the meetingJanuary 30, 2015 John Young Program Saint Francis Academy February 6, 2015 Craig Smith, Fire scienceFebruary 13, 2015 Update on the new JailTom Hymer, Editor 1/21/2015

Todays guests, The Presidents daughter Jackie, Jason Grossardt, todays program .

The sergeants were able to extract contributions from numerous Ambucs who seemed happy to donate beginning with Reiser singing good morning Sergeant Brad. And for the Double Header Dennis paid for owning a coin purse. Please say it wasnt so. Then Brenda was caught trying to steal Colbys shoes? Doug had no money, but he paid anyway. Then there were some tardy Board Members, Mark, Kathy, Tom and Dorinda. Troy paid for showing up. Guy loves to pay for not wearing his badge. Pitzer paid to be the certified trainer on pins and badges. Colby bought a fine, but the editor forgot what for. Then the sergeants rang out. But wait, they rang back in order to collect more money for badge owner negligence, which probably violated City ordinances. The end.

State of the City Schedule and Details:

~Venue: Stringer Fine Arts Building .

~Date: Wednesday January 21, 2015.

~Fee Insurance is sponsoring.

~Doors open at 6:45 am and breakfast will be available.

~Name badges will be at the site, wear yours.

~Amtryke on display, be ready to comment and answer questions.

~Important, we need to greet and welcome people at the doors.

~7:10 am the program begins.

~All members should show up, unless your name is in the obits.

Harley Macklin has done a great job in organizing this event along with committee members Terry Brigman, Thad Bartley, Tom Hymer, and Paul Hardenburger.

Casino Nights: Jay Pitzer reminds us of these events:

~Thursday January 22nd 7 to 11 pm for the Kansas Ground Water organization at the Atrium, formerly the Ramada.

~Saturday January 24th beginning at 6 pm for the Cause for Paws Organization at the Cosmosphere.

T-shirt Plans:

Daren Wicks announced that NJCAA tournament is coming soon. First of all an inventory is planned for February 20th. The inventory needs to be analyzed to determine what items are salable. Also we need a plan to increase sales with some marketing ideas for team sales.

Changes are taking place in the very popular Community Rewards Program. Effective January 31, 2015 the reloadable card is ending. More accurate information in this transition will be available at our next meeting.

Todays Program featured Jason Grossardt, son of Don Grossardt. Jason spent one month in India and recounted his experiences in that nation. Being involved in Campus Ministries enabled Jason to have a place to stay and to discuss spiritual conversations. India is a nation of three religions, Hinduism, Christian, and Muslim. The Caste society system is fading in India. Conversion from Hindu to Christian results in being cut-off from the family. Poverty prevails in the nation even to the extent that is taught as a institution. His presentation covered many other things about life in India that were most interesting.

Lucky Ace drawing, Tom Hymer drew the 10 of spades and won $5. The pot increases to $72. Newsletter drawing, Craig Johnson could have won $60 but he was absent. For the meeting of January 16, 2015 win $65 if your name is drawn and you can name the organization for which we are hosting a casino night on January 22nd .

Upcoming programs and events:

January 21, 2015 State of the City address

January 22, 2015 Casino Night as aforementioned

January 24, 2015 Casino night Cause for Paws as aforementioned

January 30, 2015 5th Friday, Big Hats present the meeting

February 12, 2015 Update on the new Jail

Tom Hymer, Editor 1/13/2015

Todays guests, Rod Calhoun and Terry Bisbee, become new members today.

The Happy New Year Sergeants were all smiles and happiness as they collected money from President Roberson for tardiness, Hymer for insubordination, Hymer again because Colby said so, Wiggins no clue about todays date, no badge Gann, Conard sitting with Powers, and other numerous unnamed but paying members. Its all about the love, right?

State of the City Schedule and Details:

~Venue: Stringer Fine Arts Building .

~Date: Wednesday January 21, 2015.

~Fee Insurance is sponsoring.

~Doors open at 6:45 am and breakfast will be available.

~Name badges will be at the site, wear yours.

~Amtryke on display, be ready to comment and answer questions.

~Important, we need to greet and welcome people at the doors.

~7:10 am the program begins.

~All members should show up, unless your name is in the obits.

Harley Macklin has done a great job in organizing this event along with committee members Terry Brigman, Thad Bartley, Tom Hymer, and Paul Hardenburger.

Casino Nights:Jay Pitzer reminds us of these events:

Thursday January 22nd 8 to 11 pm for the Kansas Ground Water organization at the Atrium, formerly the Ramada.Saturday January 24th beginning at 6 pm for the Cause for Paws Organization at the Cosmosphere.

The induction of new members:Rod Calhoun and Terry Bisbee were officially sworn in to the club by President Jeff Roberson. Welcome new members.

Lucky Ace drawing, Guy Gann drew a card and won $5. The pot increases to $57. Newsletter drawing, Dane Power could have won $50 but he was clueless. For the meeting of January 9, 2015 win $60 if your name is drawn and you can name the two new members inducted into the club.

Upcoming programs and events: January 9, 2015 Program, Don Grosshardts sonJanuary 21, 2015 State of the City addressJanuary 22, 2015 Casino Night as aforementionedJanuary 24, 2015 Casino night Cause for Paws as aforementionedFebruary 12, 2015 Update on the new Jail

Tom Hymer, Editor 1/6/2015

Todays guests, Rod Calhoun and Nikkee ByardThe Sergeants were really friendly today as they collected $s from President Jeff, Doyle for conducting a secret conversation, Fred, Duke, Tony, and Dave who gets fined once a year. There were mumblings about the price of oil, so Eric, Paul B and someone else learned a lesson not to mumble. Paul H and Dean were late arrivals and other guys were thrown under the bus, a more benevolent way to say ratting them out. Although Doug knew nothing about it, but he was fined for three Amtrykes at Health Equip. Sergeant Stan was fined for advertising, there is more to that story, but your editor forgot. OK, until we meet again, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Harley Macklin reported on plans for the State of the City event to take place at the Stringer Fine Arts Building on January 21, 2015 with ceremonies beginning at 7:00 a.m. He is urging every Ambuc to plan to attend this event in order to increase more awareness of our club. The club collected some money from the members in order to thank our waitress Becky with a Christmas present. Todays Program, Nikkee Byard Site Coordinator for Communities in Schools. She explained that her work at Hutchinson High School strives to help kids who have challenges that need support and tutoring in order to receive a diploma. Some kids have all Fs in their classes, others miss classes, others live in poverty. One student works on roofs to earn money to buy food for his family. Other kids have parents, but no parental support. The goal in tutoring these kids is to get a D grade which is passing. Basic necessities such as toothpaste, soap, clothing are provided by donations and quickly taken off the table. Ms. Byard works with 76 kids and has an annual budget of $2,500. She is funded by the State of Kansas as she a social worker. Several churches help support her work. If you want to assist Ms. Byard in her work you can call her cell phone, 620-899-6991. Lucky Ace drawing, Harley Macklin drew the 3 of spades and won $5. He donated his $5 to Ms. Byard which caused all the members to match it. The pot increases to $51. Newsletter drawing, Tim Davies could have won $50 but he was absent. For the meeting of January 2, 2015 win $55 if your name is drawn and you can name the social worker of Communities in School at HHS. No meeting on Friday December 26, 2014. Regular meetings will resume on January 2, 2015. Upcoming programs and events: January 9, 2015 Program, Don Grosshardts sonJanuary 21, 2015 State of the City addressJanuary 24, 2015 Casino night Cause for PawsFebruary 12, 2015 Update on the new Jail

Tom Hymer, Editor

Todays guests, Second time guest Rex Bainum, Rick Wooderson, Troy Thode introduced his wife Colleen. The staff of the Kansas Sampler Marci Penner, Director, WenDee LaPlant, Assistant Director, Verna Lee Penner, Volunteer.

The Financial Separation Sergeants collected from the President, John Knipp was late, Dwight John Deere, Carol Carr for no change in interest rates, no badge Paul Brown, Chief fans, Pitzer for interrupting something, whiney bag Guy, and some other innocent members.

Fred Conner announced plans for Head Start saying that a few procedure changes are being made.

Randall Haltom reminded us that our annual Christmas Dinner is on the calendar for Wednesday evening December 17th, 6:00pm happy hour, dinner 6:30pm at The Town Club and the Hutch High Chorus will provide entertainment. $27 per person for an elegant and outstanding dinner. Bring money or a check to pay upon arrival. Randall asks that you send him an email or call him to make your reservation. Email: randall.haltom@idkcom.net Mobile: (620) 899-5500

Doug Foss reported that the club is participating with other agencies in the purchase of a specialized helmet for a little girl. The helmet is designed to correct cranial issues. Five hundred dollars is the clubs commitment which was passed by the membership.

Harley Macklin reported on plans for the State of the City event to take place at the Stringer Fine Arts Building on January 21, 2015 with ceremonies beginning at 7:00 a.m. He is urging every Ambuc to plan to attend this event in order to increase more awareness of our club.

Todays Program, The Kansas Sampler presented by Marci Penner. The Sampler seeks to recognize rural culture throughout the state including art, interesting attractions festivals, customs, sustain small business, and bring attention to the eight wonders of Kansas. Established in1993 it is a non-profit foundation. They have an interesting and informative web site, www.kansassampler.org

Lucky Ace drawing, Scott Cooley drew a card and won $5. The pot increases to an unknown number that is greater than $42.

Newsletter drawing, Dane Power could have won $45 but he couldnt remember the answer. For the meeting of December 19th win $50 if your name is drawn and you can name the Director of the Kansas Sampler.

No meeting on Friday December 26, 2014. Regular meetings will resume on January 2, 2015.

Tom Hymer, Editor