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May 2003 Meeting notes
May 30, 2003 Meeting Notes
Speaker: Doug Stoner
Doug is the freshman State Representative for District 34 Post I. He is truly a product of Smyrna and Cob County graduate of Campbell High School and Kennesaw State University. He has been married to his wife Della for 12 years and they have two children. He is a third generation business owner in Cobb County. Over the years he has served in many civic boards and authorities with an emphasis toward transportation and urban development. His background has prepared him well for his service in the stat house of representatives. He serves on the Public Utilities and Telecommunications, Banks and Banking, Governmental Affairs, Joint House and Senate Oversigt Committee for the Georgia Rail Passenger Authority, and Chairman of the Transportation Committee of the Metro Democratic Caucus.
District 34 is one of the newly created multi-member Distracts and Smyrna makes up 83% of his District. He said that he was not at a disadvantage being a freshman because with all of the changes in state with the last election it was almost as if everyone was a freshman. These changes combined with a budget deficit of 400 million to 600 million made for th e longest session in the history of Georgia. He sponsored House Bill 316 which will help local authorities do complete background checks on people who are working with our youth. The way the law was written you could only check on the person's background in Georgia. The new bill will coordinate with the FBI so a complete check can be done.
Doug feels there will probably be a special session this year because of the projected budget deficit and the effect of the new tax cut bill passed by Congress.
The Meeting
We had 49 members and three guests present. Paul Shirley was a guest of Joey Hatchel, Norma Bowman came to keep an eye on husband Bill Bowman.
Junior Golf Tournament
Our tournament was May 29, 2003 at Fox Creek on Windy Hill Road. There were many members involved to make this a success. Bruce Hollmuller was Chairman and Ron Huck Co-Chair of the event. Gary Hill was in charge of the goodie bags for all of the golfers, Steve Clair handled sponsors and trophies. Stephen Daniel was in charge of snacks. Volunteers on the day of the tournament included Mike McNabb, Ken Kincaid, Joey Hatchel, Steve Clair, Mike Kidd, Russ Grimsley, Ed Whittington, Ted Smiley, Harry Hackett and Jim Morrison.
- Winners
- 16-18
- Boys - Robert Andrews - 64
- Girls - Ansley Brackett - 95
- 14-15
- Boys - Logan Patterson - 72
Tramel Deloatch - 73
- 12-13
- Boys - Todd Bute - 76
Girls - Maggie Siddon - 39 (9 holes)
- 10-11
- Boys - Connor Andrews - 39 (9 holes)
These winners will go on to the state level and have a chance to advance to the national tournament. Thanks to all of the volunteers, many of whom do this event every year, for making this a success. If you have not volunteered for this event you do not know what you are missing.
Smyrna Optimist has been selected to host the State Tournament next year on June 9, 2004. We will need a lot of help to make this event a success. Make plans on joining in next year to make this a great event.
Optimist Day with the Braves
We have 30 tickets for the Braves game on June 22, 2003. Remember that Optimist International gets some of the proceeds on the sale of these tickets to fund scholarships given each year.
Note from the Secretary
Please check with Dennis Harding to review your breakfast attendance.
Everyone please sign in not only is attendance tracked but this is used to pay Rosa for those fine meals every Friday. Invariably there are 4 to 5 members who do not sign in.
Note from the Treasurer
I know it is just an oversight, but some of you have not paid your dues for this quarter. Don't make me name names!
We did a great job selling onions. Now we need to get the money in the bank. We paid the grower for them when they got here. Please take care of this as soon as possible.
Susan Williams with MUST Ministries still needs your plastic grocery bags.
May 23, 2003
Speaker: Rob Teihelt and Ken Vanderpool
Harold Smith introduced Representative Rob Teihelt, a freshman Democrat, who told of the historic session with a Republican Governor and Senate, and a new speaker of the house. It was the longest session in over a century and focused on more than just the state flag and sweet tea. The unemployment tax was cut. The budget was difficult due to a one billion dollar deficit.
Gary Hill introduced former club member Ken Vanderpool. He is President of the Men's Senior Baseball League. Ken retired from the Cobb School System and worked for the Braves as a batting coach. Now he helps train international umpires and supports international senior men's team building. One of the organization's projects is to collect old baseball equipment , refurbish it and distribute it to foreign players. This summer he will be asking for help in restoring used equipment for foreign distribution.
The Meeting
There were 51 members and 4 guests at the meeting. The $27 Fellowship Pot was won by Shane Cannon. Ken Siegel was the guest of Dennis Harding and Jason Brown was the guest of Shane Cannon.
Mike Kidd announced the Clergy Cook-off June 1 on the Marietta Square. He has tickets for $15 for 20 food tickets. There will be a raffle.
Wayne Waddell thanked those who helped unload onions. 10,000 pounds were delivered and $4,500 is expected to be collected. George Davis is the new Onion Head. THERE ARE EXTRA ONIONS AVAILABLE.
Rosa was thanked for catering the Read by Grade Three Banquet.
Wayne Waldrip's crew of planters: wife Judy, Suzanne Lynn. Greg Lynn and Susan Kendall, put in summer flowers along the Silver Comet trail last Saturday.
Mike McNabb is looking for everyone to catch up with dues for this quarter. Dues are now $80. Onion money is also due now.
Bruce Hollmuller has Smyrna Optimist Baseball T-shirts now available for sale. Optimist Day with the Braves is June 22. Tickets are for seats in the shade for the 1:00 game. Volunteers are needed to sell Braves tickets during the Little League games.
Dennis Harding requests that everyone check the attendance sheet and make note of any excused absences and club activities which you attended. If you would like an updated Club Roster you can e-mail Dennis at hardinghouse@smyrnacable.net
Member Harold Smith was the recipient of Smyrna's Outstanding Citizen Award from the Smyrna Rotary Club. A contribution of $1,000 was made in his name to the Rotary Foundation.
Susan Wilson still need plastic grocery bags for MUST Ministries.
OPTIMIST BASEBALL
Games were rained out this week and they are off for the Holiday weekend. Next games:
Friday 5/30 @ 7:30pm vs. Carmichael
Sat 5/31 @ 4:00pm vs. Bartlett
Weds 6/4 @ 7:30pm vs. Bartlett
Dear Optimist Club,
I'm John Keathley and I'm ten years old. I'm writing this letter to thank you for sponsoring our team and for the practice t-shirt. This is my fifth year playing baseball, also my first time in the Major Leagues. I've played in Rochester, NY, Lubbock, TX and Atlanta GA. The season has been a lot of fun and hard work with Coach Bruce, Coach Charlie and Coach Mike.
I want to become a Major League Baseball player when I grow up. That is my dream for baseball.
Thank you again for sponsoring our team and for the practice t-shirt. The team really appreciated them.
Sincerely,
John Keathley
May 16, 2003 Meeting Notes
Speaker: Read by Grade 3 Banquet
Doug Pharr, chairman of the "Read by Grade 3 Program) this year presided over the proceedings. After a fine dinner, Doug introduced our speaker for the evening, Dale Gaddis, Assistant Superintendent of Cobb County Schools. Mr. Gaddis is the product of Cobb County Schools, attending Norton Park Elementary, Nash Middle School, and Wills High School. He had supervisory responsibility over 21 Cobb County Schools K-12. He spoke of the ways that Standards & Accountability of the teaching profession have changed and yet stayed the same over the years. They are the great Equalizer.
The Read by Grade 3 Project of the Smyrna Optimist Club serves 5 Smyrna area schools: Argyle, Belmont Hills, Fair Oaks, Kings Spring, Nickajack. Each school principal was presented with a trophy and a check for $250 to help with supply costs.
The readers and their teachers were recognized and a certificate presented to the teachers:
Argyle:
Shelena Andrews, Principal
Reagon Merrill/Ms Pamela Scott
Wayne Waltrip/Delores Thompson
Dennis Harding/Jamie Conner
Belmont Hills:
Giselle Stone, Principal
Sara Monsour/Nancy Musarra
Allen Potter/Jamie Dixon, Jason Mizell
Alton Curtis/Sue Shape
Fair Oaks
Pete Robertson, Principal
Patsy Bassett, Counselor
Sam Forest/Catherine Shockley
Mike Kidd/Mary McDermott
Dan Scoggins/Brigit Roe, Alesha Rucker
Mike McNabb/Tiffany Whitney
King Springs
Betty Jackson, Principal
Sharon Arduino, Counselor
Russ Grimsley/Elizabeth Rathore
George Davis/Katherine Davis
Doug Pharr/Julie Harrington
Curt Johnston
Nickajack
Constance Carter, Principal
Walt Broom/Christine Hathaway
Ted Smiley/Kim Lawrence
Harry Hackett/Susan Bell, Tracey Durham, Shaneka Bradford
All of the teachers stated that all our members were so much more than just some one to read a story book to the children. They surely made a difference in these students lives. This program is obviously very rewarding for all concerned. Next year we will need eve more people to participate in this program. Several of our members read to more than one class. Harry Hackett spent nearly all day on every Friday. A big Thank You! to Sam Forrest for organizing a terrific event.
Optimist Baseball
This week's results:
5/12 - Optimist 7, Bella's 1
5/17 - Carmichael 6, Optimist 3
Current standings:
Charmichael - 10W, 3L
Optimist - 9W, 5L
Bella's - 5W, 7L
Barlett - 2W, 11L
Player Profile
Dear Optimist,
Hi, My name is Brandon LeBlanc. I play baseball for Smyrna Little League. My team is Optimist. I am 10 years old, my birthday is July 7. Baseball is my favorite sport. I have been playing baseball for 4 years. If I try and work hard some day I might make it to the pro's. Also, I think you for sponsoring us.
May 9, 2003 Meeting Notes
Respect for Law Day
Speaker: Judge Paschal English Jr.
Friday was a very successful Respect for Law Program. Harold Smith introduced the club's special guests, State Legislators Rob Teilhet, John Knoll and Rich Golick. City officials Pete Wood, Jim Hawkins, Wayne Wright and Michael Sigler attended. Cobb Deputy Chief Sheriff Warren attended as did Smyrna Police Chief Stan Hook. City administrator Wright read a Respect for Law proclamation from Mayor Bacon and Jim Hawkins presented a plaque to Chief Hook as the Respect for Law award.
Judge George Kreeger introduced the special speaker for the day, Superior Court Judge Paschal English, Jr., Pappy on CBS Survivor. Judge English started his legal career with Al Cochran and now is on the Thomaston Superior Court. He saluted those in law enforcement and continued to speak about patriotism, his Vietnam experience and his stories of Survivor.
The Meeting
There were 56 members and 25 guests at Friday's meeting for a total attendance of 81. The club had a good attendance from the Smyrna Police Department. Renee Hill's guest was her mother, Jeanette Rains. Ken had his wife Barbara with him. Breakfast was catered by Cafe Michel.
Wayne Waddell said that 10,000 pounds of onions will be delivered. The rookie winner for sales was Joey Hatchell.
Bruce Hollmuller is chairman of Optimist Junior Golf this year. Applications are available on the Smyrna Optimist Website. It will be held Thursday May 29 at Fox Creek. Tee and green sponsorships are $50 and $100.
Mike McNabb announced the beginning of a new quarter. Dues are now $80. Please pay promptly.
Bruce Hollmuller has Smyrna Optimist Baseball T-shirts now available for sale. Optimist Day with the Braves is June 22. Volunteers are needed to sell Braves tickets during the Little League games.
The Spring Social and Teacher's Appreciation Banquet will be held Thursday, May 15, at 7:00 at the King Springs Baptist Church. The schools and teachers involved in Read by Grade 3 are invited.
Susan Wilson still needs plastic grocery bags for MUST Ministries.
There will be a barbecue sale and yard sale to benefit Habitat for Humanity at Faith United Methodist Church and Saint Thomas Catholic Church on King Springs Road May 17th from 8 AM until 2 PM.
Optimist Baseball
This weeks Optimist Baseball Little League Results:
- Friday, May 9 - Optimist 13, Bartlett 10
- Saturday, May 10 - Optimist 6, Bella's 1
Next games:
- Monday May 12 at 7:30 pm vs Bella's
- Saturday May 17 at 4:00 pm vs Carmichael
Dear Optimist Members:
My name is Charles Justus. I am 10 years old and I am in the 4th grade at Teasley Elementary School. Thank you for sponsoring our Major League team this year and for giving us practice shirts. I am glad I am an Optimist and I am looking forward to playing for two more years.
Thank you again, Charles Justus #10
May 02, 2003 Meeting Notes
Speaker: Captain Bill Garrett
Commander, Naval Air Station, Atlanta
Captain Carrett is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy class of 1975, and has 28 years of service as a naval aviator. He said that is what he always wanted to do since his first book report in school.
He stated that in the current conflict there were 70,000 Reservists deployed, approximately 400 from NASA. Under his command are all types of aircraft; C130 Transports, F-18 Hornet carrier jets, and even radar and intelligence gathering aircraft which rotate 180 day tours in the war against drugs. They constantly practice with all of these aircraft in order to maintain readiness in case they are called into active service. He is looking forward to the new generation of aircraft and the coordination of resources in the different braches of service.
The Meeting
There were 54 members and 2 guests present.
Jonquil Festival--Jim Morrison and Mike Kidd gave a big thank you to all 35 club members who helped in manning the gates at a record breaking Jonquil Festival. We sold 5,042 tickets in the two-day event which made the club $1210.000 for the project account.
Dues--Everyone should have received a statement from Mike McNabb and even if you did not it is time to pay.
May Birthdays--Bill Bowman, Larry Gresham, Scott Kidd.
Club Anniversaries--William Bennett '86, Leroy Brownlee '70, Sam Forrest '01, Rene Hill '01, Mike Kidd '88, R.J. JcCurry '62, Sanford Phillips '69, Allen Potter '72, David Troughton Jr. '02. Vidalia Onions--Wayne Waddell announced the top sellers of onions this year:
- #1 George Kreeger
- #2 David Troughton
- #3 Al Cochran
These members will receive a free dinner for the installation banquet. Onions will arrive May 10 at Campbell Middle School on South Atlanta Road at 8:00am. Let's all show up to unload and pick up onions early.
Dennis Harding requested that everyone check the attendance sheet and make note of any excused abscenses and club activities which you attend. If you would like an up to date club roster you can e-mail Dennis at harding-house@smyrnacable.net.
Aaron Morris has extended an invitation to his wedding to members by e-mail and at the meeting. The service will be 2:00 pm May 10th at Smyrna First Methodist Church. There will be refreshments served afterwards for the first 300.
Optimist Junior Golf--Bruce Hollmuller is chairman this year. The event will be held Thursday May 29, 2003 at Fox Creek Golf Club on Windy Hill Road in SMyrna. APplications may be obtained at the Smyrna Optimist web page (www.smyrnaoptimist.org). If you know of a young golfer between 10 and 18 years of age, male or female, get them to sign up. This is a great event. Sponsorship for tee or greens my be purchased for $50 or $100.
Bruce is also in charge of tickets for the Optimist Day at the Braves. This will be June 22, 2003 at 1:00 pm. He said that seats this year are in the shade. Sign up now for a great day of fellowship.
The Spring Social will be combined with Teacher's Appreciation Banquet on Thursday, May 15, 7:00pm at Kings Spring Baptist Church. Our guest will be the teachers and principals involved in read by grade 3.
Respect for Law Day is May 9. The speaker will be Pascal English of the TV show Survivor.
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