Minutes
Guilford AA JOL Happy Hour Business Meeting
5/2/2025 at 6:30pm
Attendance:
Officers Present: Dan A – Chair, Jo – Treasurer, John D – Service Chair, Pam D – Coins and Books, , Ann Z – Secretary
Others Present: David B., Uli, Briggeta
Dan A. welcomed all to the meeting and let the group know that this was his last meeting as Chairman. He then opened the meeting with the Serenity Prayer.
Old Business: none
New Business: Dan A. reiterated that his tenure as Chairman of the Business Meeting of the JOL weekday 5:30pm meeting is now over. He thanked the group for letting him participate in this service and commented that it has been a humbling experience.
Dan nominated John D. to serve as Chairman of the group going forward. Dan explained that the Chairmanship is a two year commitment. Jo seconded John D.’s nomination and he was unanimously approved and congratulated by the group. There were no further comments on this action.
Secretary’s Report: Ann Z. reported that the minutes for the 4/4/2025 Business Meeting had been posted on the group’s Website for review. Dan A. asked for any questions or comments. There were none.
Service Chair Report: John reported that all is good with the group’s service responsibilities. He was pleased to report that David W. has joined the service group as a host. John said that David offers “computer Wiz” skills and his service will be a positive “boon” to the group. He mentioned that Herb has been filling in for Michelle and that Lisa F would be returning as a Friday host. Dan completed the discussion by adding that David W. “is a great find – he doesn’t miss a beat.” No additional comments or questions were raised.
Coins and Books Report: Dan opened this report by saying that Pam D. is doing a great job with her distribution of coins to those with anniversaries and Big Books to newcomers. Pam reported that one anniversary coin/cars and one Big Book had been sent out in April.
Pam noted that her schedule has changed and she is not able to attend the zoom meetings as frequently as before. She is concerned that, when she is not present on zoom, people with anniversaries or newcomers may not realize that she is the contact for coins and books – that they miss an opportunity to contact her or she may miss their announcements. No motion was made at this meeting to change the current notation in the opening script.
Treasurer’s Report: Jo reported that the April 7th Tradition donations totaled $155.00 with $650.0 donated Y-T-D.
The current balance for the JOL Happy Hour Meeting is $172.40 (not counting the reserve of $400). $572.40 was deposited into the GSB account. Total expenses reported for February were -$69.59, including $34.01 for the groups’ Zoom monthly subscription and $35.58 for Coin and Book expenses.
Dan A. offered accolades for the great job Jo is doing as Treasurer. He then asked for any questions or comments. There were none.
GSR and JOL Web Site Report: Dan noted that in Herb’s absence, the GSR and JOL Web reports would be deferred until the next monthly meeting.
Chairman’s comments/Adjournment. Dan A. made a motion to accept all service reports at once at the end of the meeting. This motion was seconded by John D., unanimously accepted, and the reports were all approved. No new business was raised. The meeting was adjourned.
Thank You Dan for Your Service!
