 
J.J. McGillis Branch
“The King’s Towne Jumpers”
Minutes of the General Meeting, 8 November, 2009
Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 13:25 hrs, with the President Bob Janik presiding. There were 10 members and 6 ladies present.
Airborne Prayer: Whereas this day marked the start of Remembrance Week, the prayer was dedicated to the memory of those who had given their all. After a brief moment of silence, Frank Key concluded with the reading of the memorial poem, “We Shall Keep the Faith”.
Approval of Minutes: E Mail observation from member J Pederson regarding attendance at memorial service, Verona. E Mail response forwarded to Pederson. Item discussed and reviewed; the conclusion that no error or omission was evident. It was moved by Frank Key and seconded by Mel Price, that the minutes of the General Meeting of 18 October be approved as presented. Carried.
Correspondence:
1. E Mail – member, J Pederson and president’s response.
2. E Mail – Dan Clarke, President ARAC, regarding this branch laying ARAC wreath at Vimy Gate, CFB Kingston, and otherwise protecting ARAC interests
in the Kingston area.
3. Covering letter and cheque sent to The Trillium Childhood Cancer Support
Centre.
Financial Report: The Treasurer reported that the General Account stood at $1,817.00. Recent expenditures included the deposit to the caterer for the Christmas party and the 300 dollar Christmas donation to The Trillium Childhood Cancer Support Centre, subject cheque yet to be cashed. Moved by Jim Gratto and seconded by Ed Tyerman that the Financial Report be approved as presented. Carried.
Old Business: Jim Steed gave a final update on the up-coming Christmas party.
New Business: The President opened discussion regarding a donation to the RCL 560 building fund; these donations having become established practice for the past several years. Moved by Frank Key and seconded by Steve Bycok, that a sum of $200.00 be granted to the RCL Branch 560 building fund. Carried.
Reports/General Discussions:
1. Mel Price had reported that the wreath to be laid at the Cross of Sacrifice at City Park needed to be replaced, replacement cost 75.00. Moved by Jim Gratto and seconded by Ed Tyerman, that a sum of $75.00 be expended to replace the wreath laid at City Park. Carried.
2. The President reminded members that the current business year ends on 31 Dec.It was resolved at the 19 April General Meeting, that branch dues commencing
in January, 2010, be increased to 20 dollars per annum. Dues therefore are: $40.00 for CAFA non-life members, 20 forwarded to CAFA National and 20 retained by branch. CAFA life members pay only the twenty dollars to branch. For members associated with ARAC, dues are 20 dollars payable to branch, with any ARAC portion payable direct to ARAC based on current established rate. Members are requested to make payments at earliest convenience in the new year.
Adjournment: It was agreed that there would be no meeting in December. The next meeting is scheduled for 10 January, 2010. Moved by Jim Gratto and seconded by Ed Tyerman that the meeting be adjourned, Carried.
Secretary/Treasurer President Vice President
JJ Janik RJ Janik J Steed
Addendum
Several points arising from the meeting of 8 November as follows:
1. Whereas many of our members hold membership in both CAFA and ARAC, and where ARAC is receptive to our branch protecting ARAC interests in the Kingston area; by mutual agreement, we be authorized to collect ARAC dues for forwarding to ARAC National. This then a matter of convenience to both the
individual and ARAC. More to follow.
2. Life membership in CAFA is under review by the CAFA Board of Directors.Several policy concerns will lead to changes that will affect payment of dues.Proposals will be presented to CAFA membership at large shortly. | 
