by Michael Carroll, President

ARCRA President Michael Carroll convened the ARCRA via conference call on January 25, 2017.  The meeting began with the welcoming new Directors Ann Byrnes, Jack Campbell, Carolyn Kean and Armond Mascelli. We also welcomed Phil Hansen to the board.  He will serve as Field Unit Manager, keeping the board abreast of Red Cross activities.

Carroll conveyed his optimism that in 2017 ARCRA will continue to grow, become more efficient, and, most importantly, enhance the benefits that we provide to our members.

Board Activities:

The Board approved the 2017 budget as presented by Treasurer Jack Campbell and membership initiatives aimed at current and prospective members proposed by Membership Chair Jim Hamilton.

Reports were received from key committee chairs including Bob Howard(Communications), Dave Therkelsen(Advocacy and Education), and Judy Hull(Technology).

Stan Robertswill report on his efforts to promote volunteering by ARCRA members with the ARC at the April meeting; Programs and Services ChairArmond Mascelliwill also report on his committee’s review of theRetiree Connectionhotline and other programs/services we offer to members.

It is our goal to share important information about committee activities in the monthly eNewsletters and on the ARCRA website.