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GUESTS

Myndee Reed, Attorney at Law, Martindell, Swearer & Shaffer LLP, guest of Eric Steinle

TUIT REPORT

Eric Steinle finally relinquished the tuit after 3 weeks, but not before fining Keith Schroeder (proxy

tax), Guy Gann, Darren Wicks and Dan Power. Jay Pitzer and Scott Horton had to pick up the fine for

their colleagues who were not in attendance. JoAnne Williams did not ask about the tuit when she emailed Eric.

Steve Harmon talked to Erics wife, but did not ask. Mr. Steinle ended up taking the Tuit with him on his trip

to Chicagowe even had photographic evidence! When Erics traveled past the Morton Salt building in Chicage, he was

surprised when no one came out and asked about the Tuit. Doug Foss got tagged. Bob Bush was fined after Eric

took a picture of a Budweiser sign. The Tuit traveled with Eric as he jogged and toured the John Hancock building.

Tom Hymer was fined as well since Eric used his Alltel phone while in Chicago. The only person in Chicago

that asked was the doorman at the hotelagain photo proof was provided. Eric passed the Tuit on to Scott Potucek.

PROGRAM:

Eric Steinle introduced Myndee Reed, Attorney at Martindell, Swearer & Shaffer. Myndee has adopted 2 little girls from China and explained the process she went through to add these precious girls to her family. Myndee has two boys, age 11 and 13. Emylee and Madyson were both adopted. The Reeds traveled to China and adopted Emylee from the China Waiting Child Adoption process. This process included 1) choosing your child and agency, 2) convincing husband to adopt, 3) reviewing childs medical records, 4) sending letter of intent to China asking for permission to adopt your selected child, 5) dossier preparation, 6) submitting dossier to CCAA, 7) waiting for approval from CCAA and 8) traveling to China to bring your child home.

Vicki passed around a photo of her beautiful daughter, Alisa. Alisa is now 3 years of age!

FINES

Tom Stanton was fined for being late as well as a renewal fee. Jim Kicklighter was also late. Greg West was falsely accused of being late and Jay Pitzer would not vouch for him.Thanks a lot Jay! Eric Steinle was fined for no signal in attempting to set up the computer projector for his guest. Jeff Brewer threw in a dollarsomething work related that I didnt understandor maybe didnt listen to. Don Grosshardt and Guy Gann both were fined for a membership renewal feetax season is no excuse! Jack Mace spilled coffee on Al Strecker and was fined for doing soEric Steinle immediately jumped up and handed Al his card before Paul Brown could get to him. Steinle had to pay a publicity tax as well after Bob Bush read his name, address, etc. from his business card.

50/50 Pot Winner

Newsletter Winner

Terry Brigman

Jeff Frizells name was drawn, but he had already left.

FUTURE MEETINGS

April 29:………Big Hatters have the program

May 6:………….Randy Henderson hosts Brian Anderson, Grand Prairie Hotel

May 13:……….Keith Schroeder Program Manager – TBA

May 20:……….Lori Hopp Program Manager – TBA

May 27:……….Scott Horton Program Manager – TBA

If you have ideas for programs you would like to see, please contact

Lori Hopp … e-mail >> lhopp@good-sam.com or phone – 663-1189.

GUESTS

John Deardoff, Hutchinson City Manager, guest of Lori Hopp

TUIT REPORT

Eric Steinle continues to carry the tuit for next week.

PROGRAM:

Lori Hopp introduced John Deardoff, our new city manager. John moved to Hutchinson from Dodge City to fill the position. John attended Trinity High School in Hutchinson, graduated and attended college in Dodge City at St. Marys with a degree in political science. Mr. Deardoff had been the city manager in Dodge City for the last 10 years. John has been married for 22 years and has 3 kids.

John stated that he was drawn to Hutchinson for several reasons, including, the small town feel, tourism, sports, special events (fair, golf tournaments, basketball tournaments) and the strong leadership. John sees many opportunities to bring in new business to Hutchinson as well to grow current businesses. Johns first priority as city manager is to get acquainted with the cities organizations, unions, etc. He wants to have great relationships with the chamber of commerce, schools and others. John would like get to know our city council and the issues they are interested in. John is currently working on the staffing issues at city hall and knows that Hutchinson will attract good people. Downtown revitalization is an issue that Mr. Deardoff is interested in as well.

Club Announcements

2nd Reading: 2nd Reading approved for $750.00 to be donated by the club to Kansas Special Olympics.

TECH Donation: Jo Ann Williams acknowledged AMBUCS donations to TECH for the computer learning lab via a plaque. Ambucs are listed under the Terabyte Club.

FINES

Vicki Fultz was fined for losing her keys.again. Vicki also paid a dollar to insure that Paul Brown and Steve Conard would not sit by her after they both were fined for needing to be separated. Scott Horton, Rick Mitchell and Greg West were fined for talkingalthough Greg was just listening! Jay Pitzer was punished for comments about Indians or something?!? Doug Foss refused to shake hands with anyone at the meeting, something about not feeling well, but we all know it is from some other obsessive/compulsive behavior. Jo Ann Williams and Greg West paid a dollar for having a private meetingagain, I was just listening. Monte McConnaughy was fined for expecting a child.congratulations Monte!…..the club members should have all paid Monte a dollar.hes going to need every dollar he can get his hands on! Jace Mace was fined for not completing his building project yet. Bob Bush held a deck of cards and proceeded to amuse himself by having one table pick a number between 1 and 10.they all lost when Bob revealed the number to be 5.75. Stan Macgirvin was fined for reminiscing about a time when voting meant something..prior to a womens right to vote.ouch!!

50/50 Pot Winner

Newsletter Winner

Terry Brigman

Doug Foss won $50.00 for having his newsletter!

FUTURE MEETINGS

April 22:………Eric Steinle, hosts Myndee Reed – Attorney on International adoption

April 29:………Big Hatters have the program

If you have ideas for programs you would like to see, please contact

Lori Hopp … e-mail >> lhopp@good-sam.com or phone – 663-1189.

GUESTS

Rick Brown of RMB Handyman Services, guest of Preston Clark. Patsy Lovett, of Faith in Action,

was the program presenter and was hosted by Scott Horton and introduced by Bob Bush. Mida Juan, was a

recipient of an AMTRYKE at todays meeting and her family members attending included her mother, Elizabeth,

and her siblings Migel, Adahir, and Kelly. Heidi Harris, Midas classroom teacher, and Carol Taylor,

Physical Therapist for the Hutchinson Public Schools, as well as Margo Douglas, classroom paraprofessional were

present to share in the excitement. Cindy Flores was the guest of Randy Henderson and assisted with translation.

Brad Thompson brought his Mom, Norma Thompson and his sister, Sonja Weisgerberger. Kevin Miller is a

second time guest of Doug Foss.

TUIT REPORT

Eric Steinle continues to carry the tuit for next week.

PROGRAM:

Bob Bush introduced Patsy Lovett of Faith in Action which is a volunteer agency funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and assists persons over the age of 65 with activities such as grocery shopping, leisure interests, and visits to the home which provide a source of friendship. Volunteers are screened by having background checks and division of Motor Vehicle checks completed. This process is completed through the Department of Aging. This program is fulfilling to the volunteers as well as the elderly.

An amtryke was presented to Mida Juan, a student in the Hutchinson public school system. Mida, her mom and siblings, as well as her classroom teacher, Heidi Harris, classroom paraprofessional, Margo Douglas, and physical therapist, Carol Taylor, were present to share in the excitement of Mida receiving her first amtryke.

Club Announcements

1st Reading: 1st reading- the board approved and presents for a first reading the donation to the Kansas Special Olympics of $750.

Tee-Shirt Order: Bob Bush, special projects coordinator, announced that he needs at least 10 people to assist with a tee shirt order on april 16th, 9:30 a.m., at Central Printings Warehouse, located at 107 west 1st. Please give Bob a call or e-mail him if you can assist with this project.

Membership Drive: The membership drive for our spring roundup period continues and the club will now enter into a contest between the club at large and the big hatters. Vicki Fultz will lead the club members in the membership drive, and Jo Ann Williams will lead the big hatters team. Membership is down to 70 members and we need to bring our numbers back up to over 80 members. Members will earn dollar credits to purchase ambucs clothing from Main St. Menswear for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd time visitors, and credits for membership sign ups. The credits for guests will now be given for guests attending from January, 2005 through the end of May 2005. So, start calling your friends, and recruit as many possible new members as we can. The more members we have, the more fun we will have raising the funds to purchase amtrykes, assisting with scholarships for therapists, and providing financial assistance to families and individuals in need of special adaptive equipment.

FINES

Keith Schroeder for being late, and Cheryl Goodell for arriving late to the board meeting. Vicki Fultz was fined for starting the board meeting late, and Eric Steinle will be fined next week for not attending to provide a tuit report this week. The Sergeant then fined for not wearing AMBUCS pins or having breakfast cards.

50/50 Pot Winner

Newsletter Winner

Doc Powers

Guy Gann – but he left early.

This weeks newsletter was worth $45.

FUTURE MEETINGS

April 15:………Lori Hopp, hosts John Deardoff – City Manager

April 22:………Eric Steinle, hosts Myndee Reed – Attorney on International adoption

April 29:………Big Hatters have the program

If you have ideas for programs you would like to see, please contact

Lori Hopp … e-mail >> lhopp@good-sam.com or phone – 663-1189.

GUESTS

Ron Chrystie with Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) & 37th Annual Kansas Relief sale, guest speaker

Kevin Miller, with A.G. Edwards

TUIT REPORT

Randy Henderson busted Bob Bush, Eric Steinle, David Ross, Fred Connor, Dan Power, Doyle Ehling,

Sharla Meisenheimer, Preston Clark, Al Stecker, Maxine Rossiter, Duke Wiggins, Don Grosshardt, and

Rick Mitchell – having the NJCAA Tournament was good to the TUIT!! Randy saw Paul Brown at the grocery store,

whose wife snickered when Paul realized his lapse. After the tournament on Wednesday, John Knipp and

Keith Schroeder failed to ask and were allowed to contribute to the fund.

Eric Steinle got the TUIT for this week.

PROGRAM:

Lori Hopp introduced Ron Chrystie, with the Mennonite Relief Auction on April 8-9, 2005. Seventy area churches join to put on this event each year. The sights and sounds and the ethnic foods of the event are worth coming for. The auction is an activity of the Mennonite Central Committee, the relief arm of the Greater Mennonite Church. This will be the 37th Kansas auction. During the 10 hours of the event $427,000 was raised last year – over $40,000 per hour. The Relief sale has generated $10.5 Million since its inception. All the money goes to relief efforts, generally overseas. A trailer of Health Kits just left for the Tsaumi victims last week. Generally, MCC volunteers go with the food and basics to help the people get things going so they are helped to take care of themselves.

Last year the Auction brought 22,000 people to the fair – the second largest event after the State Fair. Most people live close, but people come from all over, such as Pennsylvania and the West Coast. Their Golf Tournament will be in Hesston on April 30. 1,200 volunteers work on the Relief Sale, which uses 9 building on the Fairgrounds. This is supported by many more then just Mennonite church members. They have found that if there is food, volunteers will come. It takes 25 Mennonites to change a light bulb – one to do the work and 24 to plan the Pot Luck dinner afterwards. The Kansas Relief Sale has produced the most donations over the other states that have held them for 6 of the last 10 years. There are Mennonite sales in 35 states.

Club Announcements

Tee Shirt Booth: Bob Bush thanked all the volunteers for work at the Tee Shirt booth at NJCAA Tournament. We had low damage this year. We will not get the amount we earned from the American Legion for several months. Great job to everyone to support our work for the community.

Board of Directors: Board of Directors will met on Friday, April 8 @ 6:15am.

AMTRYK: Vicki Fultz announced that an AMTRYK will be given away next week, April 8 – a good time to bring a guest to see what we do. She also asked for a volunteer to do a training seminar on setting up an AMTRYK Demo site at the April 22/23 conference in Oklahoma. No one was available that knew how to do this so we will have to decline.

FINES

Vicki Fultz fined for the opening, Scott Horton and Eric Steinle for being late, as was Doyle Ehling for being late to Committee meeting. Larry Sloan was fined as AMBUCS was NOT mentioned on his new L & B Storage & Equipment sign in South Hutchinson. Randy Henderson was fined for setting a bad example with his lewd behavior Saturday evening at the Tournament. Keith Schroeder paid for a membership renewal. Bob Bush objected to the fact the President Putin of Russia had recently signed a bill to allow beer to be consumned in public in Russia – he fined our Law Enforcement members for not allowing outside beer consumption in Kansas. Randy pointed out that he does not make the laws, but only enforces them – which did him no good at all. Al Strecker was fined for a Golden Bear golf club glove – does he think he is Jack Nicklaus? There may have been some question as to whether the ownership was traced properly here. Jim Kicklighter was accessed a fine for his Foo Man Chew beard. Jeff Brewer & Steve Harmon were fined for going skiing while the rest of us have to stay and work. Steve was then fined again for his derogatroy comments about Fred Connor’s car. Bob Bush missed Easter Sunday service and Jeff Brewer needs to learn to turn off the alarm then turn on the lights at Steve Conards warehouse – not the other way around.

50/50 Pot Winner

Newsletter Winner

Jeff Brown

Paul Brown – did not have his newsletter

$45 next week

FUTURE MEETINGS

April 8:………..Scott Horton, hosts Patsy Lovett – Faith in Action

April 15:………Lori Hopp, hosts John Deardoff – City Manager

April 22:………Eric Steinle, hosts Myndee Reed – Attorney on International adoption

April 29:………Big Hatters have the program

If you have ideas for programs you would like to see, please contact

Lori Hopp … e-mail >> lhopp@good-sam.com or phone – 663-1189.

GUESTS

Wayne Baker with NJCAA our guest speaker & Ron Mann a Board Member with NJCAA

Mike Snow, Manager for the new Chili’s Restaurant

TUIT REPORT

Doug Foss gave his report on the “imposter” Tuit. With his glasses on he could see that it was not the REAL TUIT.

Doug went back through prior holders of the Tuit that had not noticed they they were not carrying the real Tuit,

which included: John Knipp, Lori Hopp , Larry Sloan, Steve Harmon & Larry Sloan again. Each got the opportunity

to pay a fine for not noticing. Paul Brown testified that he had the Real Tuit and passed it on (someone

wondered if a lawyer could be trusted with this assertion). Brad Thompson also testified that he had carried

the “Original Tuit.” Folks that did not ask about the Tuit included: Randy Henderson, Jay Pitzer, Dan Power, Duke

Wiggins, Lori Hopp, Al Stecker, Steve Harmon, Brad Thompson, Duke (again), ladies at Steve Connard’s office.

Terry Brigman and Jay Pitzer did ask about the Tuit during the week. Doug passed the Tuit on to

Grand Pa Randy Henderson.

PROGRAM:

Randy Henderson introduced Wayne Baker, Executive Director of NJCAA. Wayne is from Hutchinson/Buhler. His father Jim Baker was a basketball coach at Buhler High & before that Sherman Middle School. Wayne told us that to talk about Tee Shirts during the tournament with each team’s coach is going to be very hard. They are all very focused on their players and the tournament and will not consider anything else. These players, that are so fast on the basketball court, can move very slowly off the court when the team is doing other things. Wayne’s job is very large. There are 500 colleges in the NJCAA, 48 different National Championship Tournaments each year for different sports and Divisions. There are 3 Divisions of schools in the NJCAA. There are 50,000 student athletes out of 6.3 million students. NJCAA tries to involve all students in the athletic programs, for example the new logo was the result of a contest at the Fashion Institute in New York City. New logo was chosen from 80 submissions and winning student won $2,000. Great for school and students and much less expensive then to use a professional graphics firm.

Sports Illustrated did a recent 3 page article on the legal problems at Barton County CC. The Mission of NJCAA Athletics is much larger with emphsis on the average athlete, not just the kids that jump to the NBA. Wayne mentioned Larry Johnston, the first $100 million player in NBA. Wayne knew him when he could not afford a Value Meal. The NJCAA is more interested in athletes that graduate from 2 year and 4 year colleges, which is now being tracked. He mentioned Amber Hynes, from Buhler, a 4.0 student that will be an Academic All-American this year. Stress is on Teamwork, Leadership and Image. Wayne is interested in what NJCAA can do for the communities they are in, not just what they can get from each community. The current National Division I contract with the City of Hutchinson and the American Legion has been extended to 2010. They are concerned about getting the next generation to start buying tickets to the tournament to continue its financial support. Hope the community will make the tournament a family week. They are looking to get live TV coverage for the tournament soon. Wayne closed with concern about todays athletes being spoiled and the discipline from a coach can be a live changing experience.

Club Announcements

NJCAA Tee Shirts: Bob Bush brought us up to date on Tee Shirts at the NJCAA Tournament. The crews have been very good, although the sales seem to be soft so far this year. Bob would like any feedback or suggestions for next year. Damage was down to a couple of small sacks – much better than prior years.

Community Service Committee: Community Service Committee will met on Friday, April 1 @ 6:15am.

Second Reading for 2 AMTRYKs: for 2 needed in Lakewood, CO. Cost which will be $572 each and two at a discount for toddler AMTRYKs for $149 to use in Demo sites at Wesley Hospital (Wichita) and Health Equip (Hutch). So move and approved by membership.

Texas Holdem Tournament: JoAnn Williams relayed TECHs thank you for AMBUCS help with the Texas Holdem Tournament which was a success.

FINES

Rick Mitchell as late, Bob Bush was fined for some unknown reason, Randy Henderson for talking to his guests Jack Mace, Fred Conner paid a Renewal Tax and JoAnn Williams paid for being an Imitation President.

50/50 Pot Winner

Newsletter Winner

Steve Harmon

Kent Harris – was not here.

$40 next week

FUTURE MEETINGS

April 1:………..Lori Hopp hosts Rod Chrystie, MCC

April 8:………..Scott Horton, hosts Patsy Lovett – Faith in Action

April 15:………Lori Hopp, hosts John Deardoff – City Manager

April 22:………Eric Steinle, hosts Myndee Reed – Attorney on International adoption

April 29:………Big Hatters have the program

If you have ideas for programs you would like to see, please contact

Lori Hopp … e-mail >> lhopp@good-sam.com or phone – 663-1189.

GUESTS

Judy Seltzer, Director of Reno County Health Department

John Deardoff, Hutchinson’s new City Manager

Adella Luna, Cindy Flores & Connie Johnson – Spanish Interpreting, Translation and Associated Services

TUIT REPORT

Monte McConnaughy was out of town most of the time, first week in Anaheim and the second week in Kansas City. This

week Scott Horton was not in his office when Monte stopped by and his secretary did not ask about the Tuit – the same

with Jeff Frizell. Doug Foss did ask about the tuit, as did Jay Pitzer and Lori Hopp. Monte paid a $5 fine and

passed the Tuit to Doug Foss.

PROGRAM:

Randy Henderson introduced Adella Luna of Spanish Interpreting, Translation and Associated Services. This is a new business, started in April 2004 to fill a great need in Hutchinson. They have an office by Sears in the Mall. They are busy with clients from business, law enforcement and the medical community. They provide translation services to help with such needs as closing on a home, contracts, health and death certificates. They help Spanish speaking clients communicate with lawyers, doctors, insurance representatives and other professionals. They will translate a document from English to Spanish so your business will have information ready for Spanish speaking customers. They will work on site or over the phone. They are available 24/7 for an emergency.

They stressed that Spanish speaking customers are very loyal and will show that loyalty to a business that assists them with any language barriers. They are impartial and can help with a family where they rely on the children, who may have another agenda. They also teach Spanish and their service is Confidential. Over 5% of Reno County residents are Hispanic, as are over 50% of those living in Garden City and Dodge City. They represent an important market for any business in Reno County.

Club Announcements

NJCAA Tee Shirts: Bob Bush stressed that everyone take time to do the Tee Shirts right to avoid errors. We made $8,000 for kids last year and may be able to better this year. We work with the American Legion folks and it is important for us to make sure they like what we are doing as we actually work for them on this project. Bob will be out of town until Thur., so if there are questions call Don Grosshardt or Jeff Brewer. The new NJCAA Director is Wayne Baker.

Community Service Committee: Community Service Committee will met on Friday, April 1 @ 6:15am.

Second Reading for 2 AMTRYKs: for 2 needed in Lakewood, CO. Cost which will be $572 each and two at a discount for toddler AMTRYKs for $149 to use in Demo sites at Wesley Hospital (Wichita) and Health Equip (Hutch). So move and approved by membership.

Texas Holdem Tournament: JoAnn Williams relayed TECHs thank you for AMBUCS help with the Texas Holdem Tournament which was a success.

FINES

Fines were delayed until next week to allow time for program and to coordinate Tee Shirt at NJCAA

50/50 Pot Winner

Newsletter Winner

Jeff Brewer

Gave to speakers

Pot increases to $35 next week.

FUTURE MEETINGS

March 25:…………………Wayne Baker, President of NJCAA

April 1:………………….Lori Hopp hosts Rod Chrystie, MCC

April 1:…………………Scott Horton, program manager – TBA

If you have ideas for programs you would like to see, please contact

Lori Hopp … e-mail >> lhopp@good-sam.com or phone – 663-1189.

GUESTS

Eldon Gray & Benjaman Ehling, Doyle’s son

Jon Zehnder & Rick Staab with Disability Services, our guest speakers

TUIT REPORT

None Reported

PROGRAM:

Debbie Adams introduced Rick Staab the Financial Director for Disability Services. He gave the history of the Hutchinson facility which was started by the Presbyterian Manors 20 years ago. Their other homes were all dedicated to elder care. The Hutchinson home was the only facility for the disabled and they wanted to focus on edler care. Disability Services of the Great Plains, Inc. was contacted and agreed to take over Hutchinson Heights facility on North Monroe in Feb. 2002. The organization was started in Oct. 1996 in McPherson. Being now 8 years old they serve 130 people with 261 staff members. They have a wonderful Assisted Technology Center with 26 workstations with adaptable equipment which Maxine Rossiter has developed and they are working to take state wide. Funding for the disabled is established by Pier levels from 1 to 5, with 1 being the most difficult situations and therefore paid at the highest level. Disablity Services serves the most difficult Pier level clients. Last year 80 clients and staff took a trip to Disney World and they have also gone to Branson, MO. Their administrative expenses are only 9% of expenditures and they have managed to double the people served while reducing admin. staff by one. They developed the housing project at 30th and Waldron and are expanding this housing – Maplewood Estates.

Jon Zehnder, the Director of Operations, was then introduced. He started 18 years ago in maintenance. He started working with Disability Services in 1996. They have developed Gentle Teaching, working to make everyone inter-dependent on each other. They want the staff to grow to care for the clients, rather then keeping an emotional distance. The focus is on having fun and a good time and enjoying life.

Club Announcements

NJCAA Tee Shirt Managers Meeting: NJCAA Tee Shirt Managers Meeting on Friday, March 18 at 6:15 am for a brief training session. While this meeting will be focused on managers, it will be a good review for anyone in the club working a shift at the tournament.

First Reading: First Reading for 2 AMTRYKs – no local requests so there are 2 needed in Lakewood, CO. Cost will be $572 each. There is a discount for a toddler AMTRYK at $149 to use in Demo sites and a request for one at Wesley Hospital (Wichita) and Health Equip (Hutch).

FINES

Cheryl Goodell paid in advance for her cell phone going off during program and Vicki Fultz paid for her cell phone. Doug Foss for a parking fine on the “Big Boat,” he drives, Doyle Ehling for backing into a flower arrangement, Jay Pitzer for giving the new City Manager a Dragons shirt – but not an AMBUCS shirt. Our District Goverenor, Doug Foss also did not give him an AMBUCS tee shirt. Betting fine for not being smart were Ward Davis, our new 2nd VP and John Knipp our new Secretary. Everyone not fined in the last 3 weeks were fined to keep things even. David Ross paid a $1 to announce the Reno Choral Society’s Messiah on March 20. Doug Foss pointed out that Bob Bush did not pronounce Deardorf.

50/50 Pot Winner

Newsletter Winner

Eric Steinle

Scott Saylor was not at meeting.

Pot increases to $30 next week.

FUTURE MEETINGS

March 18:……………. Cindy Flores, Spanish Interpreting and Translation

March 25:…………….Lori Hopp hosts Wayne Baker, President of NJCAA

April 1:………………….Lori Hopp hosts Rod Chrystie, MCC

If you have ideas for programs you would like to see, please contact

Lori Hopp … e-mail >> lhopp@good-sam.com or phone – 663-1189.

GUESTS

Homer Gilson with Gilson Enterprises – Surveyors

Loren Frees with Trees for Tomorrow Fund, our guest speaker

TUIT REPORT

None Reported

PROGRAM:

Lori Hopp introduced Loren Frees with Hutchinson’s Trees for Tomorrow Fund, a project of the Hutchinson Tree Board. This is a non-profit organization so contributions are tax-deductible. The Hutch Tree Board has several public projects. The current project is the planting of trees at Hwy. 61 & 11th Ave. The next two projects planned are: a) from 4th to 11th Ave. on the Airport Road, b) from 4th to “G” Ave. on Hwy 61. Most of the trees in Hutchinson were planted in the 1920s and 30s. Many of these are not the best selection for our climate. The Fund is promoting the planting of trees that are better suited to Hutchinson’s climate. Trees for Tomorrow will pay home owners 50% of the cost, up to $50, for replanting new trees. These requests must be approved by Bob Hunter with City Parks. All of the recommended trees are planted at the Dillon Nature Center. Jim Smith and their staff will assist and reviewing these suggested trees to help decide what is best suited for your home.

The Hutch Tree Board: Recommends planting trees from the South Central KS tree list; encourages homeowner planting new trees; provides workshops; will give each 4th grade student in Hutch a tree to be planted this year (probably a maple); supports the Ave. A School tree planting program; promotes the Trees for Tomorrow Fund; has organized a Hutchinson tree inventory (currently about 1/3 completed). Loren had an extensive slide presentation showing the trees best suited for Hutchinson.

Club Announcements

AMBUCS Board Meeting: AMBUCS Board Meeting next Friday, March 11 at 6:15 a.m.

Clothing Credit Program : Jo Ann Williams announced the Clothing Credit program for bringing guests to AMBUCS meetings this month. There is an associated fee for NOT bringing any guests!!!

Walk of Fame: Vicki Fultz announced that the $1,000 Walk of Fame brick will have “Hutchinson AMBUCS chapter and charter date,” put on it.

Vicki Fultz: Vicki Fultz was understandably excited that her son-in-law had just returned from his tour of duty in Iraq, safe and sound!!!

FINES

Larry Sloan bought a fine to announce the 10:00 am Open House for his new L&B Storage location in South Hutch. Greg West, Eric Steinle, Jeff Frizell and John Knipp got to pay an entrance fee for coming late. United Way Board members Jeff Frizell and Pat Fallon were fined, as were Dan Power and Greg West – as YMCA Board members for broken vending machines – and no Budweiser being sold at the “Y”! Stan Macgirvin got a fine for those Crupper’s Corner TV ads. Jack Mace contributed for spilling coffee in front of the line, and Lori Hopp who “knocked a flower pot all over the place.” David Ross was fined for not sitting with his guest – he should have been fined for his guest coming late as well!! Don Grossardt & Kevin McCarthy got a membership renewal fines (welcome back Don and Kevin). Jeff Frizell was fined for the dating envy the rest of us have for him. Jo Ann Williams, next year’s Pres., paid for not having her newsletter last week – with some comment about learning to be a Role Model. Jeff Frizell decided he had been fined enough and recommended that those that did not show up at last Saturday’s Tee Shirt work party need to pay – which they did. Preston Clark paid a fine for his “We Buy Houses,” announcement and flyers he handed out. Jack Mace asked for volunteer help working on the home in Nickerson – a charitable project he has been working hard on. Don Grosshardt let us know that his grandson placed 11th out of 57 in the Region Spelling Bee. Jeff Frizell is proud to be an AMBUC, the best group of people to work with!!! Last, but not least, Eric Steinle solicited for more help with the NJCAA Tournament Tee Shirt project. He particularly needs help on the Set Up day.

50/50 Pot Winner

Newsletter Winner

Al Strecker

Tom Stanton

Pot increases to $25 next week.

FUTURE MEETINGS

March 11……………..Debbie Adams hosts Rick Staab from Disability Supports

March 18:…………….Randy Henderson, Program Manager – TBA

March 25:…………….Lori Hopp hosts Wayne Baker, President of NJCAA

April 1:………………….Lori Hopp hosts Rod Chrystie, MCC

If you have ideas for programs you would like to see, please contact

Lori Hopp … e-mail >> lhopp@good-sam.com or phone – 663-1189.

GUESTS

Luke McConnaughy with Dons Plumbing, Heating & A/C, Montes brother

Lance Patterson with the Boys & Girls Club, our guest speaker

TUIT REPORT

Jim Kicklighter had Jeff Frizell, Bob Bush, Kent Harris, David Ross, and Steve Conard fined

for not asking about the TUITs wellbeing this week. Jim gave it to Monte McConnaughy.

PROGRAM:

Scott Horton introduced Lance Patterson the Branch Director with the Boys & Girls Club of Hutchinson. Lance moved back to Hutchinson a year ago to work for the Boys & Girls Club after working for Boys & Girls Clubs in Indianapolis, Indiana the past two years and also for two years in Manhattan, KS, while attending college. There are over 3,000 Boys & Girls Clubs nationwide. Our club averages 200 youth every day after school with 300 during the summer months.

They try to meet all childrens need as well as those with mental, emotional, physical and financial needs. They formulate an individualized plan to meet each childs particular needs. They offer five Core Areas of Programming with trained professionals assisting to meet these needs. They are Character & Leadership, Education and Career Development, Health & Life skills, the Arts and Sports, Fitness & Recreation. The goal being to instill in each member a Sense of Competence, Sense of Usefulness, Sense of Belonging and a Sense of Power or Influence. Their main facility is located, in the old Shadduck Community Center, at 600 W. 2nd with a satellite location at the Hutchinson High School campus for children with special needs. The Hutchinson club has continually been chosen as a model for other clubs across the country.

Club Announcements

Texas Holdem Tournament: Jo Ann passed out flyers for the upcoming Texas Holdem Tournament Sunday, March 6 at 3:00 PM at McGraws to benefit TECH. There are only 180 seats available at a suggested donation of $30 each. The Grand Prize will be a trip for 2 to Las Vegas. Contact Jo Ann, TECH or McGraws if you are interested in playing.

Community Service Committee: Community Service Committee meeting, next Friday at 6:15 AM.

NJCAA tournament: Please check the work schedule for the NJCAA tournament to verify your work times. It is your responsibility to find a replacement if you are unable to work as scheduled.

FINES

Jeff Brewer and Lori Hopp filled in as Sgt. at Arms during Bobs absence this week. They fined Randall Haltom and Jeff Frizell for being late to the meeting. Ward Davis fined a Klondike Tax for having his Jet Ski out in 25-degree weather (maybe just wishful thinking). Paul Brown fined for abusing the Sgt.s verbally (as usual). Jay Pitzer fined for making the Pope sick during his visit to Vatican City last week (it was rumored to be West Arkansas River disease). Eric Steinle bought a fine on Brad Thompson since he had missed so many meeting he figured he owed a membership renewal tax. Duke Wiggins will be working as Manager Saturday during the tournament so Lori & Eric were commended for creative scheduling (since Managers will not actually handle or print shirts).

50/50 Pot Winner

Newsletter Winner

Eric Steinle won $20.00.

It was almost enough for a Texas Holdem buy-in.

Jo Ann Williams would have won

$15.00 had she had her newsletter with her.

The pot increases to $20.00 next week.

FUTURE MEETINGS

March 4:……………..TBA

March 11……………..Debbie Adams hosts Rick Staab from Disability Supports

March 18:…………….Randy Henderson, Program Manager – TBA

March 25:…………….Lori Hopp hosts Wayne Baker, President of NJCAA

April 1:………………….Lori Hopp hosts Rod Chrystie, MCC

If you have ideas for programs you would like to see, please contact

Lori Hopp … e-mail >> lhopp@good-sam.com or phone – 663-1189.

GUESTS

NONE??

TUIT REPORT

John Knipp reported that this was the first time in 15 years that he had been given the TUIT. I wonder

how many others can claim that? He had Paul Brown, Steve Conard, Duke Wiggins, Scott Horton

and Rod Fry fined for not asking. John paid extra for not having it with him at a Chamber meeting

and at a meeting at Martindell, Swearer & Shaffer. John passed it on to Jim Kicklighter.

PROGRAM:

Well, Dr. Mike Hagley, a cardiologist with The Hutchinson Clinic was to tell us about preventing heart attacks. Unfortunately he didnt make it to our meeting but Bob Bush had all of us, who ate an unhealthy breakfast and didnt pass up the gravy, fined $1.00 in Mikes honor.

Club Announcements

Second Reading: A second reading and request from the community service committee for an AmTryke for Myra Juan who is suffering seizures following surgery for a brain tumor. $500 towards the purchase of a home stair lift for Gary Bott who is suffering with Lou Gerrigs disease providing the $1,500 balance of the funding can be secured. For two, $250 sponsorships, for two therapy dogs from CARES. A board approved request from T.E.C.H. for $700 to be used to purchase airfare for a trip to Las Vegas which is the grand prize in a Texas Holdem Tournament they will be holding as a fundraiser at McGraws. The tournament will have a limit of 180 seats. Voting followed on all of the requests will all of them passing.

T-shirt Committee: T-shirt Committee is meeting, next Friday at 6:15 AM.

Workday and Training Session: Saturday, February 26th a workday and training session for the NJCAA Tournament T-shirt project will be held in the warehouse behind Central Printing from 9-11 AM. We will be checking and adding the new inventory into stock, folding shirts and training on machine use. Please check the work schedule for the NJCAA tournament to verify your work times. It is your responsibility to find a replacement if you are unable to work as scheduled.

FINES

Sgt. at Arms Bob Bush along with Al Strecker assisting. Bob fined Doyle Ehling for being late to this weeks Big Hat meeting along with Eric Steinle, Terry Brigman, Vicki Fultz, Guy Gann, Bill Long, Jack Mace and Tony Powers who didnt show at all. Jeff Frizell and Ward Davis for missing the board meeting. Vicki Fultz fined for not having a 2nd VP lined up for next year. Scott Horton was fined for being here which means he wasnt in Rome or Bangkok with his other Edward Jones Reps. Bob told Scott that he could have easily hidden in Jays suitcase and he wouldnt have even been noticed. Sharla Meisenheimer fined for being absent lately or was it because were not sure if youre with The Highlands or was it Grand Prairie or was it The Highlands, Im confused. Kent Harris turned the big 60 and we sang. Is there a time limit on paid announcements? Bob ended his routine with another new product announcement for Budweiser Select. Bob auctioned off the as yet unavailable in stores bottle to Jim Kicklighter for $9.00.Jim was hoping the other 5 would go with it for that price. Just a reminder that this is Bobs time and he does a great job raising funds for our club. Will there be other takers at that bid?

50/50 Pot Winner

Newsletter Winner

Terry Brigman won $22.00.

Dan Power would have won $10.00 had he been here

with his newsletter. He could have bought several rickshaw rides

with that. Instead the pot increases to $15.00 next week.

FUTURE MEETINGS

February 25:…………….Scott Horton, Program Manager – TBA

If you have ideas for programs you would like to see, please contact

Lori Hopp … e-mail >> lhopp@good-sam.com or phone – 663-1189.