Topic: Optimist General Membership Meeting
Time: February 3, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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The Optimist Club of Gettysburg met on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at 7:00 PM by Zoom. We had 8 members who met by zoom. This makes our first virtual membership Gettysburg Optimist Club meeting for the new year.

Business Meeting:

• Secretary’s Report: Approved
• Treasure’s Report: Approved
  1. General Account: $2,768
  2. Activities Account: $7,492

• President’s Report:
  1. Sadly, we had to cancel our in-person Holiday Party that had been planned for 12/16/20
  2. Our Salvation Army Bell ringing event was a success on 12/11/20 and Brian thanks everyone who volunteered to help.
  3. Our club is still looking for a Vice President

• Giving Spree: We made $1,710.00 from this event. 28 donors total with 13 members contributions and 15 non member contributions. Considered a success for our first time. We discussed ways to improve this fund raiser such as asking our membership for (10) prospects with mailing addresses and email address.
• An idea for a new fund raiser proposed by Dan Mattern is a “Bicycle Ride”. We need a committee as Mark Cropp volunteered along with Dan. If you are interested in helping with this committee contact Dan.
• 11/17/20 – 1^st Quarter Zone Meeting, was attended by Brian along with Fred.
• Optimist Basketball update will be held in the spring with the date to be determined
• Oyster & Shrimp Feed planned for March 2021 is still under consideration and look forward to an update for this project.
• 5/20/21 – Optimist Golf Tournament
• 2/03/21 Regular Meeting using Zoom
• 2021 Meetings: Per our calendar our meetings are set to be virtual using Zoom for the months of January, February, and March. We will review our membership meeting status regularly. We all prefer in person meetings but in these times our virtual is our safest alternative.

Respectfully Submitted,

Daryl Aurand, Secretary

As we all navigate through these unprecedented times due to the effect of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we want to share an update to the Optimist Club 2021 Basketball Program.

First, this is a severe and rapidly changing issue that affects everyone worldwide. We are not in this alone. Our focus continues to be on the health and safety of everyone associated with the club, it’s programs and our country.

The Optimist Club of Gettysburg is committed to doing our part. The logistics of running the program in the current environment is extremely challenging. While we are announcing the cancellation of our January/ February 2021 Optimist program is hugely disappointing to many — most notably our student-athletes and coaches– we know this step is necessary.

We have made considerable adjustments to our yearly activities yet continue vitally essential functions in support of the youth in our community.

President Brian Skidmore comments, “Some things are bigger than basketball. This is a global situation and we need to make sure we follow the guidance and direction of the experts and health officials. While we are disappointed with not being able to play in January and February, we will stay dedicated to our organization and services. We want everyone to stay safe and take precautions to protect yourselves and loved ones.”

Members echo his sentiments. Although the 2021 January/ February Basketball Program is cancelled, the organization is looking for ways to engage the youth in the Spring or early summer through new programs. Subscribe to emails, join us on facebook or twitter to stay informed on our latest events.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us via email at gettysburgoptimist@gettysburgoptimist.com

Gettysburg is proud to be in continuous service for 62 years of the 100 Optimist International years. Not only do we have direct impact on local organizations, our efforts grow and impact youth around the globe!

Giving Spree Reminder #70. November 5, 2020.