2011 Meetings
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JANUARY 11 MEETING Meeting Summary Newsletter
Judge Brad Burnett addressed members of the Mid-Jefferson County unit at the January 11 meeting. Highlighting his address was a review of the truancy program offered by his office. President Dana Wasser presided over the business meeting. New officers elected include President: Dana Wasser, First Vice President: Linda Briggs; Second Vice President: Lynne James, and Secretary: Sue Croom. The office of Treasurer and state convention delegates will be elected at a later date. The next meeting will be held February 8 with newly elected county commissioner Brent Weaver as the guest speaker.
FEBRUARY 8 MEETING Meeting Summary
County Commissioner Brent Weaver addressed members of the Mid-Jefferson County Retired School Personnel at their February meeting held at the Ritter Center in Nederland. He discussed with members the duties of a county commissioner. He also pointed out the areas of concern that are not part of the commissioners' court. A question and answer session followed the presentation. After refreshments were served, Dana Wasser presided over the business meeting. Mary Beth McDuff was elected treasurer to begin serving in July. Also, delegates to the TRTA state convention in San Antonio were selected. The next meeting will be on March 8. A barbershop quartet will provide the program.
MARCH 8 MEETING Meeting Summary
APRIL 12 MEETING Meeting Summary
MAY 10 MEETING Meeting Summary Newsletter
The May meeting began with the installation of officers for the 2011-2012 year. Installation was followed by an ice cream social prepared by Helen Reynolds (chairman), Lynne James, Cookie Byrd, and Barbara Pelloat. Reports from the state convention were given by those who attended. Next year the convention will be held in Houston on March 26-28. The next meeting will be the annual luncheon for new retirees on September 13, 2011.
SEPTEMBER 13 MEETING Meeting Summary Newsletter
OCTOBER 8 MEETING Meeting Summary Newsletter
The October meeting of the Mid-Jefferson County Retired School Personnel was held at the Ritter Senior Center in Nederland, Texas. Guest speaker was Kyle Hollier, professional photographer, who presented “What’s Old Is New Again,” concerning the restoration of old photos. After the program members enjoyed refreshments and the business meeting followed. Topic of discussion included, health care, membership, and the state of the TRS retirement fund. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, November 8.
NOVEMBER 8 MEETING Meeting Summary Newsletter
Those attending the November 8 meeting of MJCRSP received a special treat in the form of a program, "Senior Geeks-to-Be," by Kay Herrington, Technology Specialist from Region 5 ESC. She informed the group of the latest in classroom technology before distributing a variety of personal technology gadgets that could enhance their lives. Refreshments were served before the business meeting began. Yearbooks for the new year were again distributed, and members were reminded to turn in their volunteer hours and the contributions to the "Walks-a-Million" project at the next meeting.
DECEMBER 13 MEETING Meeting Summary Newsletter
Members enjoyed Christmas carols and holiday treats at the December 13, 2011, meeting of the Mid-Jefferson County Retired School Personnel. Members Dottie Youngblood and Gail Krohn led the group in song. Historical background of the songs was also presented. Each member brought his or her favorite holiday treat; leftovers were delivered to the MTC Credit Union in appreciation for their help in printing the monthly newsletter.