MINUTES - June 19, 2011

George O. called the meeting to order at 10:15 am with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions. Representatives were present from:

001 West Hollywood, 012 and 231 Long Beach, 016 Anaheim, 023 and 076  Costa Mesa, 047 Chatsworth,

084 Fullerton, 229 Silverlake, 266 Yucca Valley, 268 Costa Mesa, 270 Garden Grove,

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was met with 13 in attendance

Traditions: 

Tradition Six  “A Nicotine Anonymous Group ought never endorse, finance or lend the Nicotine Anonymous name to any related facility or outside enterprise lest problems of money, property and prestige divert us from our primary purpose.” was read from the publication “The Twelve Traditions of Nicotine Anonymous”.  

Secretary Report: 

George O read the minutes of the May 15, 2011 meeting. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded, and approved to accept them. 

Treasurer Report: 

Tomoko B presented the May financial report .  The beginning balance was $649.85, Donations were $218.56, Expenses were $170. 28, The ending balance is $698.30. It was moved seconded and approved to accept the financial report. 

Registrar’s Report: 

Rick W. reported that there were no meetings added or removed in the past month. We are currently mailing to 48 of the membership and 38 to outside groups for H & I.  We still need mailing addresses for representatives of meeting 022  Fullerton, 252 Flossie Center,  and 254,  Inglewood. 

The Chair for the World Wide Meeting List that is maintained by NicA World Services, has resigned.  The current WSO office manager in Dallas Texas will assume the responsibility until they can find another Chairperson. The list has fallen into neglect over the past few years. There was discussion of the protocol to add and subtract meetings on the World Wide Meeting list and contacts lost in the move to an email contact list.  

Committee Reports

Literature Committee:  

Marty W. reported he hopes to reorder literature soon. Unfortunately, Mike is not here today so he is unable to inventory the materials.  

New Meetings Committee:

Gary M reported he sent out one starter kit.  

World Services Committee : 

Gary requested volunteers for a committee to plan for the World Services Conference in Southern California in 2012.  Alan, Jane H. Brian K, George O, and Jeff M. volunteered to serve and Gary will send them a copy of the guidelines to plan the conference,  

Events Committee:

Jane H reported the annual retreat in Joshua Tree, is July 9 and 10.  You can register and pay for the retreat on SCINA’s web site. They have $1,500 so far and need to pay $700 for the caterer.  They need 10 more registrants.  Every year they have a few scholarships through the generosity of a few members.

George R. reported he has reserved a space at Veteran’s Park in Culver City for our Annual Officer’s Election and Picnic next September 18, 2011.

Public Outreach Committee:

Jeff M reported he is starting to contact meetings to determine what they are doing for out reach.  He would like a contact at each meeting to form his committee.  Angela from Costa Mesa shared on a project she has, placing World Services Business cards in a holder in public places.  Jeff will develop a job description for outreach and place something on our web-site to encourage meetings to do outreach projects.  

Web site Committee:

Brian K reported he is updating SCINA’s meeting list on our site.  Heads of committees can put information on the site. Just send the information to Brian. We do get repeat traffic on our site and so he would like to get new material up regularly.

New Business

Gary M led a discussion regarding not putting phone numbers on the meeting directory on our Web site.  He felt using the phone numbers is a violation of the 4^th and 11^th Tradition.  Brian had taken the phone numbers off our Web Site until Intergroup can take a group conscience. The discussion determined: 

• Our forms do let people know we will use their phone numbers for contact.
• We want to make it as easy and comfortable as possible for newcomers to find and contact us.
• The issue has more to do with privacy than anonymity.

It was moved seconded and approved to continue to use meeting contact phone numbers on our directory and web site.

The meeting adjourned at 12:01pm with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - May 15, 2011

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order at
10:  14 a.m. with the Serenity Prayer followed
by introductions. 

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was met with 12 members in attendance.  

Traditions:  Tradition 5 was read Each group has but one purpose to carry its message to the nicotine addict who still suffers.

Secretary report:  Susan C. read the April minutes. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded and approved to accept them.  

Treasurer report:  The April financial report was presented. The beginning balance was $730.74; donations totaled $15.00 plus $9.00. Total paid out was $104.89 leaving an ending balance of $649.85. SCINA also has $938.13 in a reserve account. It was moved, seconded and approved to accept the April report. Tomoko ordered new checks.

Registrar’s report: Rick W. reported that no changes were made on the Administration Contact list. Meeting 270 was added to the Directory this month. No meetings were removed in the past month. Meetings 022, 252, and 254 lack a valid Secretary USPS mailing address. If you are a member of these meetings or if your meeting is not receiving our mailing, please send the representative and/or secretary’s address to Rick whose phone number and email appear on the cover of our monthly directory. You may also go directly to the SCINA website to update meeting information.

Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions:  This position is open and we need some one to fill this position. 

Communications:  No report. No concerns. 
Literature:  Marty reported that everything is running smoothly. Marty will need to place a re-order soon. There will be a rate increase on literature by $1.00 and pamphlets will increase by .05. 

World Services:  Gary M. reported that the World Services Conference will be in LA for 2013. We need volunteers to help out. There will be 7 workshops at the conference. Gary M. recommended that NicA only have NicA materials on the table at the World Services Conference. Glenn K. reported that only NicA materials may be sold at the conference. The board will make the decision on this. An excellent newcomer’s booklet is also in the works. Judy D. and Mary P. will attend the conference as delegates. If you are interested in being a delegate please contact Gary M. at (310) 755-5582. George O. will chair the position and needs lots of volunteers. Gary will email conference guidelines to Brian who will post it on the website.

Events:  Jane distributed flyers for the annual retreat to representatives to pass out at meetings. If you are interested in attending the retreat this year please contact Jane at (323) 852-1518. Brian K. has posted this event online. George O. will follow up with George R. about the annual picnic in September. 

New Meetings:  No new meetings.

Bylaws: Jeff M. has not received anything from Mary P. this past month. 

Public Outreach/Speakers Bureau: Jeff M. has agreed to chair the public outreach committee.

Web Czar: Brian K. reported that we SCINA may need to file with the IRS. Gary M. will speak with World Services about this. Please sign up on the Speaker List at quitnowla.com or scina.org to volunteer to speak. Brian is also working on a California NicA smart phone application. Please send info to Brian K. as a pdf file so he can add it to the website.

Old Business:  Brian K. is looked into EarthClass Mail - a company that allows electronic mail services. SCINAs current mailbox in Huntington Beach and we are looking for a better solution. Also, the positions for Secretary and Treasurer, H&I and Outreach are still open.  If you are interested or know of another member who may be interested, please attend the next SCINA meeting (3rd Sunday of every month) at White Memorial Hospital or contact George O. at 562-310-0874.  

New Business:  Discussion around Constant Contact – an email marketing company.

Birthdays: Jeff M. celebrated 2 years! 
Congratulations Jeff!!!

The meeting adjourned at 11:30am with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - April 17, 2011

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order at
10:23 am with the Serenity Prayer followed
by introductions. 

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was met with 11 members in attendance.  

Traditions:  Tradition 4 was read Each group should be autonomous except in matters affecting other groups or Nicotine Anonymous
as a whole.

Secretary report:  Susan C. read the March minutes. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded and approved to accept them.  

Treasurer report:  The March financial report was presented. The beginning balance was $580.39; donations totaled $260.00 plus $16.00. Total paid out was $125.88 leaving an ending balance of $730.74. SCINA also has $938.13 in a reserve account. It was moved, seconded and approved to accept the March report. A motion was made to give each delegate $100 for the World Services trip. The motion carried.

Registrar’s report: Rick W. reported that no meetings were added from the Directory this month. Meeting 269 was deleted. Meetings 252, 254, and 255 lack a valid Secretary USPS mailing address. If you are a member of these meetings or if your meeting is not receiving our mailing, please send the representative and/or secretary’s address to Rick whose phone number and email appear on the cover of our monthly directory. You may also go directly to the SCINA website to update meeting information.

Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions:  This position is open and we need some one to fill this position. There was discussion around combining Hospitals and Institutions and Public Outreach positions.  

Communications/Speakers Bureau:  No report. No concerns. 

Literature:  Marty reported that we finally got our bank account set up. Marty reported that we are stocked up in literature and chips. 

World Services:  Gary M. reported that some of the 6 workshops at the conference may address online meetings and gender neutrality in the literature. A newcomer’s booklet is also in the works. There were huge expenses moving to Dallas. Our prudent reserve is low due to ordering books and moving. Our literature prices will go up. Judy D. and Mary P. will attend the conference as delegates. Gary M. will submit the proposal to have the World Services Conference 2013 in Los Angeles.
Events:  Jane finalized the July 9th and 10th  retreat reservations at Joshua Tree. It will cost $120 to attend this year because the food cost has gone up. If you are interested in attending this year please contact Jane at (323) 852-1518. Brian K. will work on online registration for this event. George O. will follow up with George R. about the picnic in September. 

New Meetings:  Gary M. sent a starter kit out this month.

Bylaws: Mary P. has some revisions to the bylaws. She will send them to Jeff M. 

Public Outreach: The phone line got a request for some one to come to Share facility to man a booth from 9-4 on May 14th. In addition, we need some one to fill this position. George O. will call Diane B. to get information.

Web Czar:  Brian K. was not in attendance. Please send any suggestions directly to Brian K at quitnowla.com or scina.org. Brian K. is working on a PayPal account for taking donations and registration for the retreat. 

Old Business:  Brian K. is looking into EarthClass Mail which is a company that allows electronic mail services. The positions for Secretary and Treasurer, H&I and Outreach are still open. Please present this request to your groups.  If you are interested or know of another member who may be interested, please attend the next SCINA meeting (3rd Sunday of every month) at White Memorial Hospital or contact George O. at 562-310-0874.  

New Business:  Sean shared a request regarding a NicA table at the next ACYPAA Round Up event the weekend of March 16th 2012 at the Ontario Convention Center. Mary P. will add something from Fresh Air to future minutes.

Birthdays: George O. celebrated 9 years. Yay!!!

The meeting adjourned at 11:30am with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - March 20, 2011

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order at
10:14 am with the Serenity Prayer followed
by introductions. 

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was met with 14 members in attendance.  

Traditions:  Tradition 3 was read The only requirement for Nicotine Anonymous membership is a desire to stop using nicotine.

Secretary report:  Susan C. read the February minutes. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded and approved to accept them.  

Treasurer report:  The February financial report was presented. The beginning balance was $172.27; donations totaled $650.00 plus $21.00. Total paid out was $262.88 leaving an ending balance of $580.39. SCINA also has $938.13 in a reserve account. It was moved, seconded and approved to accept the February report.

Registrar’s report:  CHECK Rick W. reported that no meetings were removed or added from the Directory this month. Meeting 007, 047 and 241 information has been updated. Meeting 016 had the second phone contact removed due to illness. Meetings 252, 254, and 255 lack a valid Secretary USPS mailing address. If you are a member of these meetings or if your meeting is not receiving our mailing, please send the representative and/or secretary’s address to Rick whose phone number and email appear on the cover of our monthly directory. You may also go directly to the SCINA website to update meeting information.

Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions:  This position is open and we need some one to fill this position. There was discussion around combining Hospitals and Institutions and Public Outreach positions. Jane H. reported that her lung doctor is willing to put NicA literature in his office. Jane H. will take 50 introductory brochures to her doctor to distribute.  

Communications/Speakers Bureau:  No report. No concerns. 

Literature:  Marty reported that we are stocked up in literature and chips. The SCINA bank account is almost ready to open.

World Services:  Gary M. reported that some of our workshops at the conference may address online meetings and gender neutrality in the literature. We will also have workshops on the 12 traditions. There were huge expenses moving to Dallas. Our prudent reserve has come down to almost 0. Our literature prices will go up. Judy P. and Mary P. will attend the conference as delegates. If you are interested in being a delegate at the April 29th conference, please contact Gary M. at (310) 755-5582. Gary M. will submit the proposal to have World Services 2013 in Los Angeles.

Events:  Jane will finalize the July retreat reservations. If you are interested in attending this year please contact Jane at (323) 852-1518. Brian K. will work on online registration for this event. George O. will follow up with George R. about the picnic in September. 

New Meetings:  Nothing to report.

Bylaws: No report. Alan thanked Gary M. for settling the conflict regarding AA literature at NicA meetings. Jeff has not received any changes to the bylaws.

Public Outreach: The phone line got a request for some one to come to Share facility to man a booth from 9-4 on May 14th. In addition, we need some one to fill this position.

Web Czar:  Brian K. reported that the website at quitnowla.com or scina.org  is going very well. Please send any suggestions directly to Brian. Brian K. also wants to encourage people to use the Speaker List Sign-Up on the website and spread the word to your meetings.

Old Business:  The positions for Secretary and Treasurer, HI and Outreach are still open. We need your help in filling these positions.  Please present this request to your group.  If you are interested or know of another member who may be interested, please attend the next SCINA meeting (3rd Sunday of every month) at White Memorial Hospital or contact George O. at 562-310-0874.  

New Business:  Brian K. introduced EarthClass Mail which is a company that allows electronic mail services. 

Birthdays: Rick Woods celebrated 13 years, Brian K. celebrated 3 years and Angela P. celebrated 7 years. Congratulations!!!

The meeting adjourned at 11:50am with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - February 2011

George O. called the meeting to order at
10:15 am with the Serenity Prayer followed
by introductions. 

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was met with 9 members in attendance.  

Traditions:  Tradition 2 was read. For our group purpose there is but one ultimate authority – a loving God as he may express Himself in our group conscience. Our leaders are but trusted servants; they do not govern.

Secretary report:  Susan C. read the January minutes. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded and approved to accept them.  

Treasurer report:  The January financial report was presented. The beginning balance was $205.32; donations totaled $121.00 plus $38.00. Total paid out was $87 leaving an ending balance of $117.27. SCINA also has $937.81 in a reserve account. It was moved, seconded and approved to accept the January report.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that no meetings were removed or added from the Directory this month. Meeting 185 information has been updated. Meeting 267 at 29 Palms has gone dark as of January 15 due to lack of attendance and has been removed from the Directory. Meetings 252, 254, and 255 lack a valid Secretary USPS mailing address.  If you are a member of these meetings or if your meeting is not receiving our mailing, please send the representative and/or secretary’s address to Rick whose phone number and email appear on the cover of our monthly directory.

Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions:  The City of Glendale now has information for Nicotine Anonymous to help repeat offenders who violate the Glendale smoking ban. Unfortunately, Stephanie needs to resign her position but will still stay in touch with Glendale.

Communications/Speakers Bureau:  No report. No concerns. 

Literature:  Mike S. reported that SCINA is a little bit behind on literature and chips. He back ordered chips and can expect those soon.

World Services:  Gary M. reported that they spent January in Bellflower moving World Service Offices to Dallas. The upcoming conference was also discussed. There are many meetings in Brazil that are not listed on the World Directory. In addition, 220 meetings are in Iran are not listed. NicA is growing in other countries and World Services is working to make sure they are listed. The World Services Conference is April 29-May 2 in Baltimore. We will need to submit a list of delegates by next month. If you are interested in being a delegate please contact Gary M. at (310) 755-5582.

Events:  The next event is the retreat at Joshua Tree. Jane wants approval from Intergroup before moving forward. George O. reported that Jane has may move forward. If you are interested in attending this year please contact Jane at (323) 852-1518. George O. will follow up with George R. about the picnic in September.  

New Meetings:  Nothing to report.

Bylaws: No report. Alan C. is concerned that people from meeting 001 want to bring in AA material. He wanted to know how this pertains to the bylaws. Intergroup found that it is in violation of traditions 2,4,5,6,10. It was voted and passed that SCINA does not approve outside literature at NicA meetings. Gary M. reported that if this goes to vote and passes at the group, he will report it to World Services and it is probable that meeting 001 could be dropped.

Public Outreach: George must leave his position. We need some one to fill this position.

Web Czar:  Brian K. was absent. Please send any concerns directly to the Web Czar, Brian K.

Old Business:  The positions for Secretary and Treasurer, HI and Outreach are still open. We need your help in filling these positions.  Please present this request to your group.  If you are interested or know of another member who may be interested, please attend the next SCINA meeting (3^rd Sunday of every month) at White Memorial Hospital or contact George O. at 562-310-0874.  

New Business:  George O. distributed yearly event planning grid to be discussed.

Birthdays:  Marty W. celebrated 2 years. Go Marty! Stephanie E. celebrated 1 year! Congratulations Stephanie!!  

The meeting adjourned at 11:05am with the Serenity prayer.

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Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous exists to serve meetings across Southern California through public outreach, special events and other programs that help existing and new members stay nicotine free. We meet the third Sunday of the month at White Memorial Hospital 1720 E. Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, Boyle Heights, CA 90033, from 10:00 to noon. The meeting is open to everyone. Literature and Chips are available for purchase at the meeting

Note The hospital is occasionally under construction so it may be necessary to enter by the South entrance 

and go through the hospital to our meeting site. Ask the receptionist for directions as our meeting room as it occasionally changes.    

MINUTES - January 2011

George O. called the meeting to order at
10:10 am with the Serenity Prayer followed
by introductions. 

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was not met with 9 members in attendance.  

Traditions:  Tradition 1 was read, Our common welfare should come first; personal recovery depends on Nicotine Anonymous unity.

Secretary report:  Susan C. read the December minutes. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded and approved to accept them.  

Treasurer report:  The December financial report was presented. The beginning balance was $490.00; donations totaled $169.00. Total paid out was $454.27 leaving an ending balance of $205.32. SCINA also has $937.81 in a reserve account. It was moved, seconded and approved to accept the December report.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that no meetings were removed or added from the Directory this month.  Meeting 185 information has been updated. Meeting 265 has gone dark and has been removed from the Directory. Meetings 252, 254, and 255 lack a valid Secretary USPS mailing address.  If you are a member of these meetings or if your meeting is not receiving our mailing, please send the representative and/or secretary’s address to Rick whose phone number and email appear on the cover of our monthly directory.

Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions:  No report.

Communications/Speakers Bureau:  No report. No concerns. 

Literature:  Mike S. reported that we have purchased 500 pamphlets for the committee outreach program Carry the Message Day. We have enough chips and literature at this time. 

We are in the process of opening a new account. Marty W. is following up on that. Things are running smoothly.

World Services:  World services officers are coming for the Quarterly Officers meeting in Bellflower. SCINA will have to notify World Services as to who will be SCINA delegates in Baltimore, MD. If anyone from your group would like be a delegate for SCINA at the World Services Conference, please contact Gary M. to attend. Thank you to Peggy O. for housing all the members.

Events:  The next event is Carry the Message Day on January 22nd and 23rd. Literature is available to pick up and disperse to your groups.  George O. reported that we will have to find another park for the picnic in September because there will be construction at Palms Park. George R. is looking into some other parks as options. George O. will follow up with that. Tomoko reported that she spoke with Jane regarding the annual retreat and that Jane would like to move the retreat date up to May. Jane would like confirmation to begin planning. All SCINA members agreed that May would be fine.

New Meetings:  Nothing to report.

Bylaws: No report.

Public Outreach: No report.

Web Czar:  Brian K. was not in attendance at the January Intergroup meeting. Tomoko reported that Brian set up Twitter account for Quit Now LA and he is developing an app to find meetings. If you have something you would like to post on the website, please send it directly to the Web Czar, Brian K.

Old Business:  The positions for Secretary Elect and Treasurer Elect are still open. These positions were created to allow members to train and learn the duties during the year before taking over as the active Secretary or Treasurer.  

We need your help in filling these positions.  Please present this request to your group.  If you are interested or know of another member who may be interested, please attend the next SCINA meeting (3^rd Sunday of every month) at White Memorial Hospital or contact George O. at 562-310-0874.  Nicotine Anonymous needs Armenian translation for NicA materials. If you are able to translate, please contact Stephanie E. at (818) 352-3903. 

New Business:  No new business.

Birthdays:  Bob C. celebrated 6 years and Jim D. celebrated 4 years. Congratulations Bob and Jim!!! Fantastic! 

The meeting adjourned at 11:05am with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - December 19, 2010

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order at 

10:10 am with the Serenity Prayer followed
by introductions. 

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was met with 12 members in attendance.  

Traditions:  Tradition 12 was read, Anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all our traditions ever reminding us to place principles before personalities.

Secretary report:  Susan C. read the November minutes. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded and approved to accept them.  

 Treasurer report:  The November financial report was presented. The beginning balance was $201.79, total paid out was $169.70 leaving an ending balance of $490.59. SCINA also has $937.81 in a reserve account. It was moved, seconded and approved to accept the November report.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that no meeting were removed or added from the Directory this month.  Meetings 252, 254, and 255 lack a valid Secretary USPS mailing address.  If you are a member of these meetings or if your meeting is not receiving our mailing, please send the representative and/or secretary’s address to Rick whose phone number and email appear on the cover of our monthly directory.

 Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions:  No report.

Literature:  Marty would like to replace all inactive members with active committee members on the bank account. There is a form that needs to be completed to provide members with bank access. Any Union Bank branch will allow access tot the account. Motion was made to advise Union Bank that all the current signatures be replaced with George Orduna, Chairperson, Susan Cumbow, Secretary and Mike Stobaugh, and Marty Wexler literature committee as well as Mary Polychrome on the Literature Account 2480004542. The motion carried.

Communications/Speakers Bureau:  No report. 

World Services:  Gary M. reported that all members are invited to come to the board meeting that will be held at the Calvary Baptist Church located at 14722 Clark Avenue in the Library Conference Center between 9am – 6pm on January 22, 2010. The group will go to the Olive Garden in Bellflower afterwards for dinner. Please contact Gary if you are interested in attending so he can make dinner reservations. Gary can be reached at 310-755-5582 or garynica@ca.rr.com.  Peggy O. will house five members and Mary M. offered to provide lunch for the board meeting.

Events:  The next event will be on Wednesday January 12th at Sizzler in Fullerton on Harbor Blvd. Please attend this Post-Holiday party and hear special guest speakers at 7pm. George R. reported that he will reserve a park for next year’s picnic after January 1. The picnic will be held in September at Palms Rancho Park in West Los Angeles. George R. reported that Carry the Message Day will be on January 22 and 23. George O. will contact Jane about planning the summer retreat.

New Meetings:  Nothing to report.

Bylaws: No report.

Public Outreach: No report.

Web Czar:  Brian K. was not in attendance at the December Intergroup meeting. George O. will contact Brian regarding the speaker list on the website to promote that.

Old Business:  The positions for Secretary Elect and Treasurer Elect are still open. These positions were created to allow members to train and learn the duties during the year before taking over as the active Secretary or Treasurer.  

We need your help in filling these positions.  Please present this request to your group.  If you are interested or know of another member who may be interested, please attend the next SCINA meeting (3rd Sunday of every month) at White Memorial Hospital or contact George O. at 562-310-0874.  Nicotine Anonymous needs Armenian translation for NicA materials. If you are able to translate, please contact Stephanie E. at (818) 352-3903. 

New Business:  No new business.

Birthdays:  Mike S. celebrated two years and Mary M. had a birthday in November celebrating 13 years.

The meeting adjourned at 11:30am with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - November 21, 2010

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order at 10:10 am with the Serenity Prayer followed
by introductions. 

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was met with 13 members in attendance.  

Traditions:  Tradition 11 was read, Our public relations policy is based on attraction rather than promotion; we need always maintain personal anonymity at the level of press, radio television and films. 

Secretary report:  Susan C. read the September and October minutes. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded and approved to accept them.  

Treasurer report:  The September and October financial reports were presented. It was moved, seconded and approved to accept them.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that Meeting 269 at Garden Grove Alano Club was added and no meetings have been removed from the directory.  Meetings 252, 254, and 255 lack a valid Secretary USPS mailing address.  If you are a member of these meetings or if your meeting is not receiving our mailing, please send the representative and/or secretary’s address to Rick whose phone number and email appear on the cover of our monthly directory.

Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions:  No report.

Literature:  Mike and Marty have yet to decide how to handle literature and banking. There was discussion around emailing ordering information through a form and maintaining a perpetual inventory. There were concerns about deleting names of non-active members from bank account. Picking up supplies saved $70 in shipping costs.

Communications/Speakers Bureau:  No report. 

New Meetings: Gary M. sent out two starter kits. One kit went to Long Beach and the other to Carson.  

World Services:  Gary M. reported that there was an officers meeting in Dallas. There were meeting list corrections. A new program called “Constant Contact” has been initiated to provide hospitals with resources. Also, World Services is planning to digitize archives. Gary M. also reported that the board meeting on January 22nd will need people to house members. The next World Conference meeting will be held in Baltimore in April. If you are able to volunteer to house members or provide transportation, 
please contact Gary at 310-755-5582 or garynica@ca.rr.com.  

Events:  The next event is Carry the Message Day on January 22 and 23.

Public Outreach: George E. reported no new updates at this time. 

Web Czar:  Brian K was not in attendance at the November Intergroup meeting. Jeff is interested in helping out with the Web Czar duties.

Old Business:  The positions for Secretary Elect and Treasurer Elect are still open.  These positions were created to allow members to train and learn the duties during the year before taking over as the active Secretary or Treasurer.  

We need your help in filling these positions.  Please present this request to your group.  If you are interested or know of another member who may be interested, please attend the next SCINA meeting (3rd Sunday of every month) at White Memorial Hospital or contact George O at 562-310-0874.  

New Business:  Nicotine Anonymous needs Armenian translation for NicA materials. If you are able to translate, please contact Stephanie E at (818) 352-3903. 

Birthdays          
There were no birthdays this month.

The meeting adjourned at 12:00pm with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - October 17, 2010

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order at 10:20 am with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions. 

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

There were 7 members in attendance.  Due to a quorum of 10 not being met, no voting/approval 

could take place.  Please remind your group representatives that the SCINA meeting takes place on the 3rd Sunday of the month at White Memorial Hospital.  Directions are located on the back of the meeting directories.  

Traditions:  Tradition 10 was read by Terry M., Nicotine Anonymous has no opinion on outside issues; hence the Nicotine Anonymous name ought never be drawn into public controversy. 

 
Secretary report:  The Secretary and the backup Secretary were not present. Approval for the September minutes was tabled until the next meeting.  

Treasurer report:  The Treasurer was not present and the report was tabled until the next meeting.
 

Registrar’s report:   Rick W. reported that no new meetings have been added and no meetings have been removed from the directory.  Meetings 252, 254, 255, and 262 lack a valid Secretary USPS mailing address.  If you are a member of these meetings or if your meeting is not receiving our mailing, please send the representative and/or secretary’s address to Rick whose phone number and email appear on the cover of our monthly directory.

Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions:  Stephanie E. reported that the city of Glendale is enforcing a new ordinance banning smoking in any public areas.  She has sent a letter explaining our purpose and how we may be of service to those who are willing to quit smoking.

Literature:  Peggy O completed inventory of the chips and literature.  She is working on reconciling a minor discrepancy between the inventory and bank balance.  At the previous meeting, Mike, Tony, and Marty volunteered to take over the literature commitment.  Due to the locations of the purchasing sites, Peggy O. suggested to split the commitment, having one person in charge of chips only and another person for literature.  

Communications/Speakers Bureau:  No report.

New Meetings: No report.  

World Services:  Gary M was out of town attending the quarterly World Services meeting.  Prior to the meeting, Gary had reported the next quarterly meeting will be held in the LA area the weekend of January 21-24, 2011.  

Your help is requested in providing lodging and transportation for 8 World Service members.  If you are able to provide a bed and/or transportation, please contact Gary at 310-755-5582 or garynica@ca.rr.com.  

Events:  The next event is the Marathon Meeting, which will be held on November 20th at the Calvary Baptist Church located at 14722 Clark Ave. Bellflower, CA.  A new meeting will be held every hour, on the hour, from 9am to 9pm.  Everyone is welcome to attend.  This is a great event for newcomers and “old” comers alike.  

Public Outreach: George E. reported no new updates at this time. 

Web Czar:  Brian K noted that flyers and/or notices of upcoming events for your groups can be posted on the SCINA web site.  Brian can be contacted through the “Contact the Webmaster” link on the SCINA website.  Brian also offered a suggestion that the big book be available for use on the Kindle, Ibook, etc.  

Old Business:  The positions for Secretary Elect and Treasurer Elect are still open.  These positions were created to allow members to train and learn the duties during the year before taking over as the active Secretary or Treasurer.  

We need your help in filling these positions.  Please present this request to your group.  If you are interested or know of another member who may be interested, please attend the next SCINA meeting (3rd Sunday of every month) at White Memorial Hospital or contact George O at 562-310-0874.  

New Business:  There was a discussion on the  use of nicotine delivery products, such as patches, gum, inhalers, etc, and how the use is viewed within the membership.  It is understood that each group is autonomous and can address this issue through your own group conscious.  

A memorial service will be held on 10/24/10 for long time member George L, from 4-6:30pm at the MWA Club 835 E. 33rd St. Signal Hill, CA.
Birthdays          
There were no birthdays this month.

The meeting adjourned at 12:00pm with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - September 19, 2010

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order at 10:15 am with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions. 

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was met with 12 in attendance.

Traditions:  Tradition Nine, “Nicotine Anonymous as such ought never be organized; but we may create service boards or committees directly responsible to those they serve.” was read from the publication “The Twelve Traditions of Nicotine Anonymous”.  

Secretary report:  Susan C. read the minutes of the August 2010 meeting. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded and approved to accept them. 
                          
Treasurer report:  The August financial report was presented. The beginning cash balance was $373.35. The total amount received was $152, paid out was $340.13 with an ending balance of $185.22 It was moved, seconded and approved to accept the financial report as submitted. After the report was accepted, a payment of $125 was submitted for the Marathon meeting event rental space in November.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that Meeting 264 posted a meeting time change from Tuesday at 5pm to Tuesday at 6pm. No meetings were removed in August. Meeting 252 and 262 are lacking Representative addresses.

Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions
Stephanie E. was not in attendance at the September meeting. There are no concerns at this time. Mary P. reported that NicA was represented at the Hyatt event.

Communications/Speakers Bureau.
Intergroup members will discuss who will take this responsibility at the next meeting.

Literature:  Peggy O. submitted the August literature report. It was moved and seconded to approve the report. Mike S. Marty W. and Tony E. will share the literature commitment for the coming year. Thank you so much to Mike, Marty and Tony!!!

New Meetings: Discussion around meeting site for World Services in January. Gary M. will contact Joe W. regarding using Calvary Baptist Church for the meeting.  

World Services:  Gary M. reported that the meeting list problems are being repaired with new software and things are improving. Gary M. reported that there are changes and he will email a copy of a new flyer for World Services. The Board of 8 members will meet in Los Angeles in January. SCINA is looking for volunteers to house and drive the members.

Events
George O. reported that the meeting place is for next year’s picnic will be at Palms Park in Los Angeles. George R. will make reservations in January. The next event will be the marathon meeting on November 20th. Susan C. will revise the existing flyer for this event and include it in the October mailings.

Public Outreach
George E. spoke with Carolyn regarding the Hyatt Regency Hotel event in Irvine. George reported that he is looking for some one to set up at the event. Spaces are available from 11-6pm. Gary M. will take the 3-6pm shift.

                
Web Czar
Brian K. was not in attendance at the September meeting. Motion to give Brian K. and Joe S. authorization to discontinue domain names carried.

New Business
Recruitment effort to elect new positions was temporarily postponed.

Birthdays         
Joe S. celebrated 8 years, George R. celebrated 5 years and Susan C. celebrated 1 year. Rock on!!!
                         

The meeting adjourned at 12:00 p.m. with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - August 15, 2010

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order at 10:00 am with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions. 

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was met with 12 in attendance.

Traditions:  Tradition Eight, “Nicotine Anonymous remain forever non-professional, but our service centers may employ special workers.” was read from the publication “The Twelve Traditions of Nicotine Anonymous”.  

Secretary report:  Susan C. read the minutes of the July 18, 2010 meeting. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded and approved to accept them. 
                          
Treasurer report:  The June and July financial reports were presented. The beginning cash balance was $1,388.35. The total amount received was $255, paid out was $1,270 with an ending balance of $373.35. It was moved, seconded and approved to accept the financial report as submitted.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that George Laine was removed from the Action and Responsibility Chair, since the committee was removed by vote. No meetings were removed in July. Meeting 268 in Costa Mesa was added. Hubert Humphrey Health Clinic was added to H&I Listing. No H&I Listings were removed
in July.

Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions
Stephanie E. presented a revised outreach letter to H&I in hopes of receiving some response. A motion was made to amend the letter. It was seconded and the motion carried to accept the letter with changes. In addition, H & I needs an Armenian speaker to start a meeting in the Glendale area. Please contact Stephanie E. for more information at (818) 352-3903.

Communications/Speakers Bureau.
No concerns at this time.

Literature:  Peggy O. submitted the July literature report. It was moved and seconded to approve the report. SCINA is looking for some one to replace Peggy O. as soon as possible as she will no longer be able to serve in this position. Please present this to your groups.

New Meetings: No new meetings.  

World Services:  Gary M. reported that the meeting list is not up to date. This is a worldwide problem. New systems need to be in place. The board wants to meet in Los Angeles in January. There will be 8 members. SCINA is looking for volunteers to house and drive the members.

Events
George O. reported that the meeting place is Rush Park in Rossmoor for the annual picnic. SCINA meeting and elections will be held at the picnic. Treasurer, Secretary and Chairperson elect positions need to be filled. Please present this at your groups. The date for the picnic is the 3rd Sunday in September. The next event will be the marathon meeting in November.

Public Outreach
George E. spoke with Carolyn regarding the Hyatt Regency Hotel event in Irvine. George reported that he is looking for some one to set up at the event. Spaces are available from 11-6pm. Gary M. will take the 3-6pm shift.

                
Web Czar
Brian K. was not in attendance at the July 18th meeting. George will follow up with Joe S. and Brian K. regarding websites that are directed to SCINA.

New Business
No new business.

Birthdays         
Mary Polychrome celebrated 16 years smober and 9 years with Intergroup. Happy Birthday, Mary!!!
                         

The meeting adjourned at 11:30 a.m. with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - July 18, 2010

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order at 10:00 am with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions. 

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was met with 12 in attendance.

Traditions:  Tradition Seven, “Every Nicotine Anonymous group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions.” was read from the publication “The Twelve Traditions of Nicotine Anonymous”.  

Secretary report:  Susan C. read the minutes of the June 21, 2010 meeting. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded, and approved to accept them with the pending change to the treasurer’s report. 
                          
Treasurer report:  No financial report was presented at the meeting. 

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that no meetings have been added or removed in June. Stephanie E. has been added under Hospitals and Institutions. George E. Was added under Public Outreach. SCINA wishes to send our mailing to at least two persons at each meeting to ensure our materials get to the meeting. If you are a meeting representative and your Secretary is not receiving our mailing please send the Secretary’s address to Rick whose phone number and email is on the cover of our monthly directory.

Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions
Stephanie E. started mailings to hospitals. H & I is looking for people to serve on the H & I panels. Please make this announcement at NicA meetings. In addition, H & I needs an Armenian speaker to start a meeting in the Glendale area. Please contact Stephanie E. for more information at (818) 352-3903.

Communications/Speakers Bureau.
The Speakers Bureau needs speakers for panels. Carol had the outgoing message changed using a professional voice-over actor. QuitnowLA website announcement was added to the message. It was reported that 75% of calls do
not leave a message.

Literature:  No literature report was presented at the June meeting. Peggy O. is planning on purchasing additional chips for the August Intergroup meeting.  

New Meetings: Gary M. reported that there is one new meeting in Costa Mesa.  

World Services:  The first teleconference meeting will be on July 31st. Main issues involve the lack of updates on the meeting list. A new system is needed for better organization and control. George O. discussed planning Nicotine Anonymous conference in 2013. Gary M. spoke as Treasurer elect.

Events
George O. reported that the meeting place is Rush Park in Rossmoor for the annual picnic. SCINA meeting and elections will be held at the picnic. Treasurer, Secretary and Chairperson elect positions need to be filled. Please present this at your groups. The date for the picnic is the 3rd Sunday in September. The next event will be the marathon meeting in November.

Public Outreach
George E. reported that SCINA has been invited to set up a table at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Irvine, CA on Thursday, August 26 during the day. George is looking for volunteers to man the table. Mary M. will call Diane B. to ask if she will be able to help. Please call George at (818) 352-3903 to participate in this important event.

                
Web Czar
Brian K was not in attendance at the June meeting. 

New Business
No new business.

Birthdays         
No birthdays.
                         

The meeting adjourned at 11:30 a.m. with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - June 21, 2010

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order at 10:15 am with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions.

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was met with 12 in attendance.

Traditions:  Tradition Six, “A Nicotine Anonymous group ought never endorse, finance, or lend the nicotine anonymous name to any related facility or outside enterprise, lest problems of money, property, and prestige divert us from our primary purpose” was read from the publication “The Twelve Traditions of Nicotine Anonymous”.   

Secretary report:  Susan C. read the minutes of the May 16, 2010 meeting. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded, and approved to accept them.

Treasurer report:  The May financial report was presented. Beginning cash balance was $657.33 donations of $367 and $667 from retreat payments were received and had expenditures of $1,050 leaving us with a balance of $641.33. It was moved, seconded, and approved to accept the financial report as submitted with corrections. 

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that no meetings have been added in May. Two meetings (003 and 011) were removed. Four meetings lack a Secretary address. Three of those meetings are only receiving mail to their representative. SCINA wishes to send our mailing to at least two persons at each meeting to ensure our materials get to the meeting. If you are a meeting representative and your Secretary is not receiving our mailing please send the secretary’s address to Rick whose phone number and email is on the cover of our monthly directory.

Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions

Stephanie E. presented a draft of a letter to Hospitals and Institutions to introduce our committee and available services. Brian K. will set up a volunteer list for the website. It was moved, seconded, and approved to accept the letter as submitted.

Literature:  Peggy O. will review and update the literature report to present at the next meeting. 

Communications/Speakers Bureau.

There was discussion around changing the outgoing message to direct people to the new quitnowla.com website and creating a link to new meetings.

New Meetings: Gary M reported he is sending a starter kit to Huntington Beach. He is also posting the announcement on Craigslist. 

World Services:  The next conference will be in Baltimore, MD. Flyers are on the website. Gary M. will be treasurer elect. There was discussion around video conferencing using Skype and dealing with anonymity issues.

Events

Jane H. has worked hard on the annual retreat, July 17-18, 2010 at the Joshua Tree Retreat Center. The quota of 25 people has been met. Tomoko B. will bring checks to the retreat to pay for the catering etc. George O. reported that the meeting place is Rush Park in Rossmoor for the annual picnic. Possible date for the picnic is the 3rd Sunday in September.

Public Outreach

George E. will take the Public Outreach position. Thank you, George! He also presented a letter to provide information on the position.

Web Czar

Brian K reported he is updating the meeting list. He will also add Hospitals and Institutions and a Speaker List so people can sign up for the panel. Brian reports that the website is expanding.

New Business

Stephanie E. created a wonderful ad that was sent out with the minutes asking for support from Southern California NicA meetings.

Birthdays         

No birthdays this month.

The meeting adjourned at 12:00pm with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - May 16, 2010

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order at 10:05 am with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions.

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

A quorum was met with 14 in attendance

Traditions:  Tradition Five, Each group has but one primary purpose- to carry its message to the nicotine addict who still suffers.” was read from the publication “The Twelve Traditions of Nicotine Anonymous”. 

 Secretary report:  Susan C. read the minutes of the April 20, 2010 meeting. They were corrected and it was moved, seconded, and approved to accept them.

Treasurer report:  Brian K. presented the April financial report. We received donations of $443.25 and had expenditures of $173.30 leaving us with a balance of $657.33. It was moved, seconded, and approved to accept the financial report as submitted.  There was discussion of reimbursement of delegates to the World Services Conference.  $437 was divided among the delegates.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that no meetings have been added and no meetings have been removed.  Five meetings lack a Secretary address. Two of those meetings are only receiving mail to their representative. SCINA wishes to send our mailing to at least two persons at each meeting to ensure our materials get to the meeting. If you are a meeting representative and your Secretary is not receiving our mailing please send the secretary’s address to Rick whose phone number and email is on the cover of our monthly directory. 

Committee Reports

Hospitals and Institutions

George O. shared he and Gary continue to do the H&I panel at Kaiser in Bellflower. Jim D is doing the Salvation Army panel in Long Beach. Lamont B gathered information for H&I, Outreach, and Speakers Bureau to help us carry the message in a more effective way.  He agreed to mentor whoever will take on this position. Stephanie E. will take the H&I position. Thank you, Stephanie!!

Literature:  Jim D. subbed for Peggy O. this month. There was no literature report, no concerns or questions. 

Communications/Speakers Bureau.  There was discussion around changing the outgoing message to direct people to the website.

New Meetings: Gary M reported he is sending a starter kit to Huntington Beach. He is also posting the announcement on Craigslist. 

World Services:  Mary P. , Gary M. and George O. went to the conference. Gary reported that they attended several workshops. George had a recommendation to train officers. 7 Minute subscriptions are down. George made a motion to submit a proposal to hold a conference in Los Angeles in 2013. The motion was moved, seconded and approved. George O. is also willing to chair that position. Gary M. will co-chair

Events

Jane H. is working on the annual retreat, July 17-18, 2010 at the Joshua Tree Retreat Center. Although the quota of 25 people is nearly met, there is still time to register for this event. If you intend to go to the retreat, notify Jane H.  (323) 852-1518. George O. will contact George R. regarding the annual picnic. Possible date for the picnic is the 3rd Sunday in September.

Public Outreach

This position is open. If you would like to be of service, please attend the next Intergroup Meeting on July 18th 2010 to take the Public Outreach position.          

Web Czar

Brian K reported he had added domain names “quitnowLA.com and stopsmoking4free.info to our SCINA web site.  Brian also submitted a traffic report which indicates an average of 5 new viewers and 21 Robot hits daily.

New Business

Stephanie E. will draft a flyer indicating a need for support and input from NicA meetings. She will email Susan C. and present it at the next Intergroup meeting. It was reported that the meeting at USC has been dropped.

Birthdays         

No birthdays this month.

The meeting adjourned at 12:00pm with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - April 18, 2010

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions. 

Which meetings were represented in February?

007 Westwood, 012 Long Beach, 024 Los Angeles, 047 Chatsworth, 076 Costa Mesa, 
229 Silver Lake, 250 Bellflower

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?
There were 10 representatives at the meeting. A quorum was met.

Traditions: We read Tradition 3 from Nicotine Anonymous 12 Traditions  

Chairperson report:  George O. thanked all who came to support the Intergroup today and encouraged everyone to consider being of service to the Intergroup. George O. reported that the Action and Responsibility position has been eliminated. George O. will email Susan C. the Panel List. 

Secretary report:  In March, the minutes of the February 2010 meeting was read, and corrected and it was moved to approve them. 

Treasurer report:  In March, a financial report ending February 2010 was presented.
Beginning cash was $453.04, donations totaled $218.70, expenses totaled $422.42 with an ending balance of $263.57. It was moved and seconded to approve the February financial report. There was additional discussion around changing the prudent reserve in the bi-laws and making a budget. There was also discussion around researching a PayPal account to accept donations through the SCINA website.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that three meetings were added in February. These meetings are Meeting 265 in Santa Ana, Meeting 266 in Yucca Valley and Meeting 267 in Twentynine Palms. No meetings were removed in the past month. No changes were made to the Administration list or the H&I Listings.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Action and Responsibility: This position has been eliminated and will no longer appear in the monthly minutes.

Hospitals and Institutions:  George O. will make a list of all panels and email to the Secretary.

Literature:  No literature report this month.

World Services: World Services must be notified of the delegates who will attend the conference by March 24th .

Events:  Jane and Alan did investigation regarding the annual retreat. Jane proposed charging people ½ price if they don’t stay overnight. Food will cost close to $1,000 and there are 25 beds. Retreat dates are July 17th and 18th. Jan made a motion to have the retreat at Joshua Tree. Alan seconded the motion. The motion passed. Brian K. will design the flyer.

New Meetings:  Gary M. reported that a new meeting started up in Long Beach. 14 people came to the meeting. 

By -Laws:  No report. There was discussion around changing the prudent reserve to $600. Jeff M. may attend the next meeting in April.

Public Outreach:  No reports from the committee.

Web Czar:  Brian K. got two new domain names: Stopsmoking4free.com and Quitnowla.com. These addresses forward to SCINA. Brian is continually updating the site with new information. The new speaker list form is up as well. Great job, Brian K!

Old Business:  None.

New Business:  Gary M. suggested sponsoring a New World Services conference in 2012. Gary made a motion to support a conference in Los Angeles in 2012. Motion did not carry – 3 for, 4 against and 3 abstained.

Commitments: Susan C. made a motion to eliminate this commitment. Brian K. seconded the motion and it carried.

Birthdays: No Birthdays.

The meeting adjourned at 12:00 pm with the Serenity prayer. 

MINUTES - March 21, 2010

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions.

Which meetings were represented in February?

001 West Hollywood, 012 Long Beach, 047 Chatsworth, 084 Fullerton, 229 Silver Lake,
250 Bellflower,

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

There were 9 representatives at the meeting. A quorum was not met.

Traditions: We read Tradition 2 from Nicotine Anonymous 12 Traditions 

Chairperson report:  George O. thanked all who came to support the Intergroup today and encouraged everyone to consider being of service to the Intergroup. George reserved the room for the rest of the year. Contact person is Jessica Torres (323) 268-5000 ext. 8974. For more chairs housekeeping at ext. 1243 can be reached.

Secretary report:  In February, the minutes of the January 2010 meeting was read, and corrected and it was not moved to approve them.

Treasurer report:  In February, a financial report ending January 2010 was presented.

Beginning cash was $311.67, donations totaled $305.31, expenses totaled $182.94 with an ending balance of $453.04. It was not moved and seconded to approve the January financial report. There was discussion around changing the prudent reserve in the bi-laws and making a budget. There was also discussion around researching a PayPal account to accept donations through the SCINA website.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that meeting 264 at Kaiser Carson was added in January. No meetings were removed in the past month. Updated room and street address changes were made to meeting 037. No changes were made to the Administration list or the H&I Listings.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Action and Responsibility: George L. will be removed from this position. The position may be eliminated.

Hospitals and Institutions:  George O. will make a list of all panels.

Literature:  Peggy O. submitted the literature report. $125.85 ending balance.

World Services: Mary P. attended the World Services Officers meeting in Oakland, CA on January 30th. The officers are working on a Newcomer’s booklet. Mary P. will attend the next conference in Arizona in April 2010. World Services must be notified of the delegates who will attend the conference by March 24th .

Events:

George R. reported that the next event will be the annual retreat. Intergroup does not have enough money to cover the down payment for the retreat. Susan will invite Jane and Alan to the March meeting to help decide what to do. Brian K. will also get information on a possible day retreat.

New Meetings:  Susan C. will research locations for a new meeting in Hollywood on Tuesdays or Thursdays.

By -Laws:  No report. There was discussion around changing the prudent reserve to $600. Jeff M. will attend the next meeting in March.

Public Outreach:  No reports from the committee

Web Czar:  Brian K. reported that he is expanding the website and creating a spreadsheet to include a speaker’s list. Brian K. encouraged all who would like to contribute to the website to contact him. Check it out at www.scina.org. 

Old Business:  Mary P. will talk with World Services about a FaceBook page. There was some concern about how much control SCINA would have over the page. Mary P. will get World Services guidelines.

New Business:  No new business.

Commitments: Matthias will provide refreshments for the March 21st. meeting.

Birthdays: Terry M. and Brian K. both celebrated two years and Rick W. celebrated 12 years. Congratulations!!!

The meeting adjourned at 12:00 pm with the Serenity prayer. 

MINUTES - February 21, 2010

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions.

Which meetings were represented in January?

001 West Hollywood, 012 Long Beach, 047 Chatsworth, 084 Fullerton, 229 Silver Lake,
250 Bellflower,  

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

There were 10 representatives at the meeting. A quorum was met.

Traditions: We read Tradition 2 from Nicotine Anonymous 12 Traditions 

Chairperson report:  George O. thanked all who came to support the Intergroup today and encouraged everyone to consider being of service to the Intergroup. George reserved the room for the rest of the year. Contact person is Jessica Torres (323) 268-5000 ext. 8974. For more chairs housekeeping at ext. 1243 can be reached.

Secretary report:  In February, the minutes of the January 2010 meeting was read, and corrected and it was moved to approve them.

Treasurer report:  In February, a financial report ending January 2010 was presented.

Beginning cash was $311.67, donations totaled $305.31, expenses totaled $182.94 with an ending balance of $453.04. It was moved and seconded to approve the January financial report. There was discussion around changing the prudent reserve in the bi-laws and making a budget. There was also discussion around researching a PayPal account to accept donations through the SCINA website.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that meeting 264 at Kaiser Carson was added in January. No meetings were removed in the past month. Updated room and street address changes were made to meeting 037. No changes were made to the Administration list or the H&I Listings.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

 Action and Responsibility: George L. will be removed from this position. The position may be eliminated.

 Hospitals and Institutions:  George O. will make a list of all panels.

 Literature:  Peggy O. submitted the literature report. $125.85 ending balance.

World Services: Mary P. attended the World Services Officers meeting in Oakland, CA on January 30th. The officers are working on a Newcomer’s booklet. Mary P. will attend the next conference in Arizona in April 2010. World Services must be notified of the delegates who will attend the conference by March 24th .

Events:

George R. reported that the next event will be the annual retreat. Intergroup does not have enough money to cover the down payment for the retreat. Susan will invite Jane and Alan to the March meeting to help decide what to do. Brian K. will also get information on a possible day retreat.

New Meetings:  Susan C. will research locations for a new meeting in Hollywood on Tuesdays or Thursdays.

By -Laws:  No report. There was discussion around changing the prudent reserve to $600. Jeff M. will attend the next meeting in March.

 Public Outreach:  No reports from the committee.

Web Czar:  Brian K. reported that he is expanding the website and creating a spreadsheet to include a speaker’s list. Brian K. encouraged all who would like to contribute to the website to contact him. Check it out at www.scina.org. 

Old Business:  Mary P. will talk with World Services about a FaceBook page. There was some concern about how much control SCINA would have over the page. Mary P. will get World Services guidelines.

New Business:  No new business.

Commitments: Matthias will provide refreshments for the March 21st. meeting.

Birthdays: Terry M. and Brian K. both celebrated two years and Rick W. celebrated 12 years. Congratulations!!!

The meeting adjourned at 12:00 pm with the Serenity prayer. 

MINUTES - January 17, 2010

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions. 

Which meetings were represented in December?

001 West Hollywood, 012 Long Beach, 047 Chatsworth, 084 Fullerton, 088 Pomona, 241 Glendale, 229 Silverlake, 250 Bellflower, Joshua Tree

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?
There were 11 representatives at the meeting. A quorum was met.

Traditions: We read Tradition 1 from Nicotine Anonymous 12 Traditions  

Chairperson report:  George O. thanked all who came to support the Intergroup today and encouraged everyone to consider being of service to the Intergroup. Please encourage members of your meetings to come and be of service to the fellowship.

Secretary report:  In January, the minutes of the December 2009 meeting was read, and corrected and it was moved to approve them. 

Treasurer report:  In January, a financial report ending December 2009 was presented.
Beginning cash was $300.38, donations totaled $269.00, expenses totaled $257.11 with an ending balance of $311.67. It was moved and seconded to approve the December financial reports.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that no meetings were added or removed in the past month. Meeting information changes were made to meeting 090. Five meetings lacked valid Secretary mailing addresses. No H & I listings were added or removed.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Action and Responsibility: George O. will follow up to see if this position can be eliminated.

Hospitals and Institutions:  George O. and Gary M. are doing the panel at Kaiser Downey. George O. will make a list of all panels.

Literature:  Peggy O.was not in attendance; there was no literature report. Any concerns will be tabled until the February meeting.

World Services: Mary P. will attend the World Services Officers meeting in Oakland, CA on January 30th. The officers ae working on a Newcomer’s booklet. Mary P. will attend the next conference in Arizona in April 2010. Everyone is encouraged to remind people of the upcoming conference. 

Events:
George R. reported that the event in Fullerton went well. The next event will be the retreat. Committee needs to decide where and when it will be by the February Intergroup meeting.

New Meetings:  There was discussion around a new meeting in Hollywood on Tuesdays or Thursdays.

By -Laws:  Frank is off the list. Jeff M. will replace Frank for this position. 

Public Outreach:  The position of Public Outreach will become a committee. Dave and Matthias may work together.

Web Czar:  Brian K. reported that he is expanding the website and creating a spreadsheet to include a speaker’s list. Brian K. encouraged all who would like to contribute to the website to contact him. Check it out at www.scina.org.  

Old Business:  Gary wrote an ad for craigslist under “events.” Mary P. will talk with World Services about a FaceBook page. There was some concern about how much control SCINA would have over the page. Mary P. will get World Services guidelines.

New Business: There was some discussion around the uniformity of the phone lists. Stephen F. suggested creating better cohesion by following a specific format for the name, phone number and email. Gary M. suggested a World Conference in 2012.

Commitments: Matthias will provide refreshments for the February 21st. meeting.

Birthdays: Jim D. celebrated 3 years in January. Jim T. celebrated 23 years in December. Congratulations to both Jims!

The meeting adjourned at 12:00 pm with the Serenity prayer. 

MINUTES - December 20, 2009

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions. 

Which meetings were represented in December?

001 West Hollywood, 012 Long Beach, 047 Chatsworth, 090 Culver City, 206 West Hollywood, 229 Silverlake, 250 Bellflower

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?
There were 11 representatives at the meeting. A quorum was met.

Traditions: We read tradition 12 from Nicotine Anonymous 12 Traditions  

Chairperson report:  George O. thanked all who came to support the Intergroup today and encouraged everyone to consider being of service to the Intergroup. Please encourage members of your meetings to come and be of service to the fellowship.

Secretary report:  In December, the minutes of the November 2009 meeting was read, and corrected and it was moved to approve them. 

Treasurer report:  In December, Tomoko presented a financial report ending November 2009 and the changes to the October 2009 report.

In November, beginning cash was $425.12, donations totaled $249.37, expenses totaled $374.11 with an ending balance of $300.38. It was moved and seconded to approve the October and November financial reports.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that no meetings were added or removed in the past month. Five meetings lacked valid Secretary mailing addresses. Two H & I listings were removed due to duplicate addresses.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Action and Responsibility: George O. will follow up to see if this position can be eliminated.

Hospitals and Institutions:  George O. and Gary M. will do the panel at Kaiser Downey. 

Literature:  No literature report this month. Cash on hand is $224.20 including payment of invoice 15617 for the books.

World Services:  No report this month. Mary P. is out of town. Mary P. will attend the next conference in Arizona in April 2010.

Events:
“Carry the Message” day is coming up. Mathias suggested posting an ad on Craigslist. Brian moved to approve it. All were in favor, the motion carried. Gary M. will post the ad. 

Public Outreach:  Motion to accept Matthias as interim role of Public Outreach and Action Responsibility coordinator for Dave was made. Tomoko seconded the motion and it carried.

Web Czar:  Brian K. reported that he is expanding the website and creating a spreadsheet to include a speaker’s list. Brian K. encouraged all who would like to contribute to the website to contact him. Check it out at www.scina.org.  

Old Business:  Matthais set a motion to add a Facebook link to the website. This discussion was tabled until information regarding a possible conflict with AA traditions is reviewed.

New Business: There was some discussion around the uniformity of the phone lists. Stephen F. suggested creating better cohesion by following a specific format for the name, phone number and email. Gary M. suggested a World Conference in 2012.

Commitments: Matthias will provide refreshments for the January 17th meeting.

Birthdays: Gary M. celebrated 11 years. CONGRATULATIONS, GARY M.!!!

The meeting adjourned at 12:00 pm with the Serenity prayer.

MINUTES - November 15, 2009

Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous

George O. called the meeting to order with the Serenity Prayer followed by introductions. No refreshments were provided.

Which meetings were Representedin November? 

001 West Hollywood, 012 Long Beach, 047 Chatsworth, 084 Fullerton, 206 West Hollywood, 229 Silverlake, 250 Bellflower,

WAS YOUR MEETING REPRESENTED?

There were 8 representatives at the meeting. A quorum was not met.

Traditions: We read tradition 11 from Nicotine Anonymous 12 Traditions

 Chairperson report:  George O. thanked all who came to support the Intergroup today and encouraged everyone to consider being of service to the Intergroup. Please encourage members of your meetings to come and be of service to the fellowship.

Secretary report:  In November, the minutes of the October 2009 meeting was read, and corrected but there was not a quorum so it was not moved to approve them.

Treasurer report:  In November Tomoko presented a financial report ending October 2009. The October Contributions and Support totaled $665. Expenses totaled $138.05 with a Net Income of 425.12. There were questions regarding the Fullerton account.  It was not moved and seconded to approve the November financial report.

Registrar’s report:  Rick W. reported that two meetings were added; 262 Venice Recovery Center and 263 USC Campus. Two meetings were removed; Meeting 074 and Meeting 260. Meeting Information changes were posted for the following meetings 001, 023 and 084.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Action and Responsibility: There was discussion regarding elimination of this position. Matthias said that he will consider accepting it.

Hospitals and Institutions:  There may not be a panel at Kaiser Downy this month.

Literature:  Cash on hand and Bank Balance is $2,694.81

World Services:  Mary P. had a great time attending World Services meeting in Long Island, NY. New York Metropolitan Intergroup is working on a new booklet. Mary P will attend the next conference is in Arizona in April 2010.

Events:

Post Holiday Party

The 16th Annual Post Holiday Dinner will be at Sizzler in Fullerton on Wednesday, January 13th, 2010 at 6:30pm.  There will also be special Guest Speakers. Please take some flyers to your meetings.  

Public Outreach:  Brian K. suggested considering podcasting and Facebook. Matthias suggested discussing it under Old Business next month.

Web Czar:  Brian K. reported the new web site is up and running. Many new people have

visited. Check it out at www.scina.org.  There was some discussion regarding new ideas to gather and disseminate information.

Old Business: none

New Business: There were two requests for new meetings; one in Palmdale. Protocol for establishing new meetings was discussed. Mary said that new groups need a date, time and phone number to report to the registrar. Brian suggested intergroup members attend meetings in the Los Angeles area throughout the year to activate interest in Intergroup. There was discussion around making flyers in as announcements and making connections through Craigslist.

Commitments: Matthias will provide refreshments for the December 20th meeting.

Birthdays: There were no birthdays in November.

The meeting adjourned at 11:30 pm with the Serenity prayer.