2007 EVENT HOLDS PROMISE OF PROFIT AND FUN

The Council’s late 2007 EXCOM meeting and Council of Chapter Presidents Annual Meeting will be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel in San Luis Obispo, November 30-December 2, 2007, in order to conduct the Council’s business and provide “best practices” information and assistance to chapter leaders.

Hotel reservations need to be made no later than October 31st in order to obtain the special event rates, $119 plus taxes for a single or double. The hotel reservation telephone number is (805) 549-0800. Be sure to indicate MOAA California Council of Chapters as the group name. Reservations and payment are the responsibility of those attending.

A sheet providing full information about the Annual Meeting and details along with a registration form are available from the Secretary, e-mail secretarycalmoaa@gmail.com. There is no registration fee. The form is simply used to indicate an intent to attend and provide an effective means of meal payment. continue reading

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VAN TO BE PROVIDED FOR SAN LUIS OBISPO TOURING ADVENTURES

Planning is underway to provide special transportation for spouses and guests who would like to see some of the local sights while the Council of Presidents Annual Meeting is in session.

A van is now scheduled to leave the Embassy Suites Hotel sometime around 9:00am with an initial destination the Madonna Inn, considered a “must see” attraction on the Central Coast. The van will return to the hotel for the scheduled luncheon. continue reading

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ALL MOAA MEMBERS ARE URGED TO ATTEND ANNUAL MEETING

The California Council of Chapters (CAL-MOAA) will conduct its annual meeting at the Embassy Suites Hotel, San Luis Obispo, November 30-December 2, 2007 in order to conduct the Council’s business, provide information of value, and discuss the critical issues of the day.

All California MOAA members are invited to this important meeting.

To receive full information and registration materials, simply send an e-mail to CDR John Sammons, USPHS (RET), the Council’s Secretary, at secretarycalmoaa@gmail.com.

This mini-convention represents a splendid opportunity to get acquainted with specific national defense issues and learn how MOAA members are working to preserve and even enhance earned entitlements.

At the same time, and with spouses and guests especially in mind, it’s a great chance to enjoy the beauty and attractions of California’s Central Coast. continue reading

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PLENTY FOR SPOUSES AND GUESTS TO SEE AND DO

This just might be the quintessential small town: tree-lined streets, a compact downtown, grand old buildings and a slow easy pace that makes it perfect for an overnight getaway.

San Luis Obispo provides plenty to see and do for spouses and guests while Council members are in business sessions.

Halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the city offers plenty of shopping, a wide selection of restaurants and several worthy historical sights, including Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, founded in 1772 by Father Junipero Serra. continue reading

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SIT BACK, RELAX, TAKE AMTRAK ALL THE WAY

“The insomniac’s period of sleep, whether she falls asleep or not, is like Charlotte’s eight-hour, nine-hour, ten-hour interstate bus ride. In that period she has no duties, no obligations, no responsibilities, no one to confront, because there is no one to confront. She has official permission from God to take care of nothing for the duration.” I Am Charlotte Simmons by Tom Wolfe 2004.

Travel to the upcoming Council of Chapter Presidents Annual Meeting scheduled for November 30 to December 2, 2007, San Luis Obispo, offers an opportunity for a whole lot more than a series of meetings and speakers.

There are those who say, “It’s not the destination, it’s the gettin’ there!”

Go to your local Amtrak station serving the Coast Starlight and before you know it you’ll be off on a rail adventure–view California from the huge picture windows of the lounge car, enjoy a light meal and refreshments at the snack bar, or experience the grandeur of a full course meal in the dining car. And all at 79 miles per hour on those long stretches of track. continue reading

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STILL TIME TO OFFER ANNUAL MEETING AGENDA ITEMS

During last year’s late October Rally 2006 Annual Meeting in Sacramento COL Pete Peterka, President, Redwood Empire Chapter, took the floor and suggested that the Council was not communicating effectively with affiliated chapters and others.

As a result, over the past year more than 800 late news, information, opinion, views, and commentary items were posted to the web log, all to remove any real or imagined perceptions that the Council does not communicate.

According to the bylaws, The Council of Chapter Presidents is in fact “The Council” and is the ultimate authority. The Council consists of the president of each affiliated chapter, or in that person’s absence, a representative designated in writing.

“The Executive Committee (EXCOM) shall act for the Council between Council meetings and carry out the programs of the Council and the duties designated by the bylaws.”

The chapter presidents, separately and collectively, have a responsbility to provide guidance to the EXCOM members, outlining the important issues and indicating what the Council should do throghout the future period.

When COL Peterka called the issue of interpersonal and interorganizational communication effectiveness to the attention of the EXCOM, action was taken immediately to remedy the situation. continue reading

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REGISTRATION MATERIALS TO BE DISTRIBUTED END OF SEPTEMBER

Planning continues for the upcoming Council of Presidents Annual Meeting scheduled for November 30-December 2, 2007 at the Embassy Suites Hotel, San Luis Obispo, a site where CAL-MOAA in recent years held a very successful meeting. This is the one time each year all the presidents or their representatives gather to do the Council’s business.

Registration materials will be distributed near the end of September with a hotel reservation deadline of October 31st. Members will make and pay for hotel accomodations on an individual basis. continue reading

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ANNUAL MEETING OFFERS OPPORTUNITIES FOR FINE DINING

The upcoming November 30-December 2, 2007 San Luis Obispo Council of Presidents annual meeting is going to be a time to conduct CAL-MOAA business and yet there will be plenty of time to tour the area, explore a beautiful college town, and have a great time on the Central Coast.

But more than anything, there will be opportunities to drive to Morro Bay, see the famed rock, and explore the seaside village. For most, Friday afternoon might be a good time for this adventurre, an early dinner, and for some an on-time return for the evening EXCOM meeting.

About an hour north of the hotel along Highway 101 is Camp Roberts and its adjacent Fort Hunter Liggett, two active and vibrant military installations preparing soldiers for overseas deployment. Active duty officers especially, those stationed there, try as often as they can to visit Morro Bay and the mild coast weather, just to relax and have a fine meal at one of the local restaurants. continue reading

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