The Grand Valley Grapevine Official Monthly Newsletter of Grand Valley G.V.H.A. 8146 Mill Springs, New Port Richey, FL 34653 Issue 245 February 2016 Page 1 of 13 Editor: Gene Brooks 8008 Bull Run Dr 841-9875 Email: ebrooks66@tampabay.rr.com Your New Board Members Jean Cellini President Charlene Peterson Vice President Connie Cote Secretary Gene Brooks Treasurer Joann Marshall Director Mary Jane Sellers Director
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On December 21 , 2015 the membership approved that the percentage of membership that is required to constitute a quorum, would be 30%, in accordance with the requirement set forth in Florida Statute 723. With the current membership at 135 we now only need 41 members in good standing to create a quorum and 21 votes to pass a motion. I’m making this point to make everyone aware of how important it is for all of us to take an interest in what is going on in our community. We all have a voice, but if you do not pay your dues and come to meetings that voice becomes mute. Who knows, maybe if you have something to say it will affect how other members think, because once a vote is taken on an issue or motion, whether it passes or fails, if you were not there, the choice is out of your hands entirely and you may not care for the result of that vote. Meetings are only once a month and last between one half and one hour. Is it really an inconvenience to come, meet with friends and neighbors, maybe even meet new neighbors, listen to what is happening in our community? Use your voice to make this a wonderful “ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITY”. Respectfully submitted, Jeanne Cellini President, GVHA
2016 RULES OF ORDER STATEMENT We have heard from so many people that they will not attend Board or General meetings because of the arguments that go on. So in an effort to change the atmosphere of these meetings going forward we, the Board, ask that you not bring personal issues to these meetings. If you have a personal issue or problem with any person or persons, you must resolve them outside of the Board meetings. All issues or suggestions that benefit or affect all park residents will be gladly heard at Board and General meetings. Once the meeting has been opened to the floor, ask to be recognized to speak by raising your hand. Once speaking, please state your issue in a conversational tone. Please remember everyone is entitled to an opinion and every one’s opinions will not be the same. We must listen without interruption when the person who has the floor is speaking. If you have an opposing opinion or comment, ask to be recognized and calmly state your remarks. Finally, think about all that is said, both pros and cons, and know that when or if a vote is taken the majority rules. Please remember this Board and any other committees are administered by volunteers and as such should be treated with respect. When we attend events, we are there to enjoy said event. Please do not corner us with park issues or problems. In our oath of office #7 states “never exercise authority as a Board member except when acting at a meeting with the full Board or as I am delegated by the board”. In order to fulfill this obligation we must not deal with things outside of official meetings. We thank you in advance for adhering to this process. We are looking forward to participating in calmer and more productive meetings. The Board of Directors
Volunteers Needed for Social Events!!!
Shall be such bank or Have you ever thought that you would like to help out on occasion, but aren’t able to commit to being available for every event? Then you are just the person we are looking for!!! We would like to have a list of volunteers that we could be call upon, on occasion, to help with our many social events. We can always use help to decorate, set up, clean up, bake, or another of the many tasks it takes to put on an event. If we can count on you, there is a signup sheet on the bulletin board at the clubhouse where you can provide us with your name & phone number. Or you can contact either Carol McKenna at 973-479-2643 or Susan Chafin at 813-340-1372. We truly appreciate all (male and female) that are willing to help! Red Hats All ladies who are interested in joining the Red Hats this year, I will be having a meeting at my home on Thursday Feb 4th at 11 am, to discuss our agenda for the year. Please bring any thoughts you have regarding same. Please call and let me know if you are coming. Pa t. 505 4510 Social Committee Thanks to all that Participated in the Chili Cook Off. We had 10 participants, the winners were Tammy McDonald 1st place Dottie Brooks 2nd place and Kathy Meehan took 3rd. Thanks to all that cooked and came to eat. It was such a success we want to try again next year. Dance/optional sock hop attire. Saturday February 27th 7pm. Price is $7.00. The Bel Airs will be playing. Bring your own snacks and drinks. Tickets will be sold by Judy, Connie and Susan.
Thank You Gus and Agnes Zefferys want to wish all residents of Grand Valley a very healthy and Happy New Year. We want to extend our thanks to all the wonderful people of the park that made us feel welcome while we lived here for a short time, especially our next door neighbors Dottie and Gene. We plan on visiting your many exciting events in the future. All the best, Gus and Agnes Men’s Lunch The Men’s Luncheon will be on February 9th, 12:30 at the Stadium, 2349 Seven Springs Blvd, New Port Richey. There is a sign-up sheet in the clubhouse. Please sign up if you plan to attend so that we will be able to let the Stadium know how many to expect. If you need a ride, call Frank Messina @ 848-9071 Ladies Lunch Had a great turnout for our January luncheon at Rossi’s Italian Restaurant Food was good and the company was delightful with lots of laughter. February 9th, at 1 pm will be at the Grand Plaza Cafe on Little Rd in Trinity. It's in the Trinity Plaza shopping center at old 54. Hope to have another great turnout. It is so much fun when we get together. All are invited, including new residents and renters. If you need a ride please call Pat 505 4510
Can Tabs for Shriners Hospital Donating CAN TABS is a great way to help the children in any of the Shriners Hospitals. Please drop of your tabs to Judy at the OFFICE or to Al Krueger at 8045 Monitor. Thank you Wii Tournament
Get Ready for March 19th. We are having another Murder Mystery & Pot Luck Italian Dinner, headed by Bette Farmaire. We need 8 people to be participants for the show. Contact Connie if interested in being an actor or actress. More info to come.
Monday January 25th 7:00 pm Roll on over to the club house there's no time to spare. We're having a Wii Bowling Tournament--and we want you there! Get your bowling arm ready, it's time to come and play! Now don't forget to bring your beverage and snacks. Be ready to cheer and laugh....So strike or spare Wii don't care, just a night for our neighbors to share! When. Bette MacDonald
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Bernie & Evelyn Beeman Tom & Eleanor Gonzales Les & Nice Baker
Get Well Get well cards were sent to Ginny Hinckley, Eric Parker and Judy Hale.
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Ginny Hinkley Annaliese Kresse Vince Filippo Lamar Weikel Tom Butler Zoe Horianopoulos Kathy Meehan Tom Cecil Tony Ferrara Greg Mullins Loretta Ferrara Pam Morrow Brent Bottorff Phyllis Hollins Rose Parker Dorothy Krueger Charlotte Napierski Ron Vachon Roger Huff Susann Sawyer Dennis Hayward
Welcoming Committee The welcome committee visited Jim and June Craig, Diane Katusky, and Paul and Diane Derose. Sue Harrington
Sympathy Cards Sympathy card sent to Susann Sawyer and the family of Robert Cobiachi (Mill Springs Dr).
Directory Change Please make change to your Phone Book: Anne and Bill VanVlack, 727-843-1863
Monday
22 Poker Club 1pm Dominos 1pm Board Meeting 7 pm
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15 Poker Club 1pm Dominos 1pm Bunco 7 pm
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8 Poker Club 1pm Dominos 1pm Member Meeting 7pm
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Issue 245 Sunday
7 Shuffleboard 7pm
14 Shuffleboard 7pm
21 Shuffleboard 7pm
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Wednesday
24 Crafts 10 am – 4 pm Co-Ed Poker 6pm Cards 3-13 7pm
17 Crafts 10 am – 4 pm Co-Ed Poker 6pm Cards 3-13 7pm
10 Crafts 10 am – 4 pm Co-Ed Poker 6pm Cards 3-13 7pm
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February 2016 Tuesday
9 Thick ‘N Thin 10 am Pool Party 3 pm Bingo 6:45 pm Men’s Lunch 12:30pm Ladies Lunch 1pm
16 Thick ‘N Thin 10 am Pool Party 3 pm Bingo 6:45 pm
23 Thick ‘N Thin 10 am Pool Party 3 pm Bingo 6:45 pm
5 Shuffleboard 10am Poker Club 1pm Rummikube 1 pm
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6 Breakfast 8 am – 10 am
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12 Shuffleboard 10am Poker Club 1pm Rummikube 1 pm
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Thursday
11 Euchre 6:45pm
19 Shuffleboard 10am Poker Club 1pm Rummikube 1 pm
27 Dance/Sock hop 7:00 pm $7.00
25 Euchre 6:45pm
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18 Euchre 6:45pm
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26 Shuffleboard 10am Poker Club 1pm Rummikube 1 pm
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