2005 RAFB HHO Meeting Minutes

NOTE: The information contained in the following meeting minutes is not definite and is subject to change. Please see the "Calendar of Events" or the individual event home page for specific event information including but not limited to: dates, times, locations, and POCs. The meeting minutes may contain errors. The data may be changed at a later point to correct misinterpretations or to further clarify an entry. At times the meeting minutes taker may not clearly hear what was said. The intention of the meeting minutes is to give those who weren't able to attend an idea of what was discussed. The meeting minutes are not intended to replace regular attendance.

Regular attendance to our Tuesday meetings is vital to the success of our events.

Mr. Ed Armijo collected monies and tickets unsold for the luncheon. Special thanks to all who helped, the luncheon was great.

Orgullo Hispano Luncheon- Mr. Andy asked the committee members to vote on bringing the entertainment from Florida. Committee voted no on the entertainment. No tickets will be needed for this event. It'll be a pay as you go buffet at the Officer's Club. Only plaques will be given to the awardees. This Luncheon will focus on the contributions that Hispanics have made to America's Defense, in particular to the Air Force and Robins AFB.

Also, Andy expressed to the team that next years allotted money for each base observance, (black heritage, Asian pacific committee, Hispanic heritage committee) will be cut in half almost.

Banquet - Ms. Gopi brought in tickets and distributed the banquet tickets to committee members. Menu will be the pork chops with all the trimmings and salad. Tickets remain $15.00 a piece. Programs will be paid with appropriated funds. DJ will perform from 9pm - 1230am. Flyers are being worked on. List of names to be given to Ms. Gopi for base entrance.

Our camera man 'Ed' is working on the spectacular show vhs videos to be sold at $15.00 a piece and a $3 charge to be mailed.

Linda Martinez
Robins AFB Commissary/Supply
DSN 468-2125 ext. 3030
Comm. (478) 926-2125 ext. 3030
EMAIL: linda.martinez@deca.mil

Mr. Diaz congratulated the committee on a great job at the spectacular event. Everything went great. Around 1500 people attended. Great feedback has been received on the event. Way to go guys!!! And thank you Ms. Gloria Munoz for the breakfast tacos. Also Mr. Louie Barrientes expressed to the group a warm THANK YOU for the helpers that were there in the morning till late afternoon. Again committee members it is not expressed enough to help before and after these events!

Luncheon - committee members were informed of the importance of selling tickets! More tickets have to be sold for this event dated 3 October 2005! Names of people that don't have access to the base need to be given to Mr. Ed Armijo as soon as possible.

Orgullo Hispano Luncheon- 2 keynote speakers, Col Pedro Vasquez and Dr. Mira. Live music will also be provided. Not mariachis. The date is 14 October at the officer's club from 1100-1230. Event is open to the public. Price of tickets is being worked on. Will not go over $10. Head count will be needed for this event.

Banquet - DJ is set. Tickets will be 15.00 and tickets will be printed this week. Programs also need to be printed. The menu is pork chops with all the trimmings.

Linda Martinez
Robins AFB Commissary/Supply
DSN 468-2125 ext. 3030
Comm. (478) 926-2125 ext. 3030
EMAIL: linda.martinez@deca.mil

GOLF TOURNAMENT - this event was held the 16th of Sep and it was a terrific success. Thank you to Ruben, Yaya, her husband Juan and Nelson along with ALL the other committee members involved.

FOOD TASTING/PICNIC - Saturday's event was even a bigger success involving the children and community. Lines for the food were almost outside the pavilion! There was plenty for all to enjoy! This was huge and again Ms. Gloria Munoz and Msgt Candelaria, and ALL involved and for those people that STAYED till 830pm, THANK YOU!!! I myself had a very great time!

ESPECTACULAR HISPANO SHOW -
Mr. Louie expressed to the committee that this Saturday will be a great show and he needs ALL the help we can give him before and after the show! So PLEASE committee members, let's all again join together and make this a huge event also!!! We are meeting at 8am Saturday to set up bleachers, etc. so please BE THERE!!! also committee members we are all still encouraged to bring finger foods/small items for the entertainers, committee members. some food items might be donated but are still being worked out.

LUNCHEON - Mr. Ed is assigning lunch tickets to members to sell. Everyone still encouraged to sign up on-line for tickets also. Mr. Andy also announced about the people that don't have access to the base to please make a list to be turned in to the guards for the luncheon. everything is going well.

Anyone who would like to volunteer to help out in the Golf Tournament please email me at Ruben.Dominguez@robins.af.mil. More players needed. Email me your recruits. Need to start finalizing head count by this Friday. Dowload the latest flyer with Hole-In-One Prizes: Golf Tournament Flyer

I HAVE EVERYTHING READY FOR THE PICNIC JUST WAITING FOR THE MEAT WHICH WE
WILL GET CLOSER TO THE DATE SO WE CAN COOK IT. I'LL CALL THE CLOWN THE
WEEK OF THE PICNIC FOR CONFIRMATION, WE HAVE ALL THE SUPPLIES SUCH AS
PLATES, CUPS, CUTLERY, ETC. MOONBOUNCE RESERVED, MUSIC,SODAS WILL BE
BROUGHT IN BY HILDA. ALREADY. ALSO PICK UP TABLE AND CHAIRS AT THE CHAPEL.

WE NEED TRUCKS AND HELPERS THAT DAY FOR ALL PICK UPS. ICE FROM ANDY'S OFFICE HE IS ALSO
GETTING THE TRAIN RESERVED. HAVENT'T HEARD FROM THE SNOW CONE MAN YET BUT
ANDY KNOWS THE NUMBER. WE HAVE 2 PINATAS, MARYLOU SHOULD BRING THE SECOND
ONE SO I CAN FILL IT WITH THE CANDY. AND I HAVE ALL THE CANDY FOR THEM. WE
WILL BE GETTING CHIPS AND DIPS FROM FRITO LAY, CANDELARIA WILL BE
RECEIVING THEM . I HAVE PRIZES FOR THE BINGO ALREADY AND FRANCIS IS GOING
TO GET PRIZES FOR HER COLORING CONTEST. JUST REMIND EVERY ONE TO BRING IN
PLENTY OF FOOD FOR THE EVENT. IF SOMEONE DOESN'T HAVE ANYTHING TO BRING IN
THEY CAN BRING IN 5 LOAVES OF BREAD IF THEY DO PLEASE LET ME KNOW SO I
WON'T BUY IT. FINALLY WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO COME A LITTLE EARLY TO HELP
SET UP AND OF COURSE WE WILL NEED HELP TO CLEAN UP AFTER THE EVENT.

We, the chairs of the Outreach to Schools event, contacted 36 schools in the area, and we had a positive reaction from many; however, because most schools already did a general cultural month in June, they were unable to participate in our event this September. We are fortunate to have both Byron Elementary and Hunt Elementary participate in the poster contest. This will be the committees first year doing a poster contest for Hispanic Heritage Observance, and a first for these two schools also. Together we will continue making this years school outreach program a fun and valuable learning experience. Everything is falling into place nicely, and we are very fortunate to have two schools participate. Chances are that this event will have a wonderful outcome that will inspire more schools to participate in next years observance with the Hispanic Heritage Committee here at RAFB.

Andy introduced Ms. Karen Martin Lopez, panama native to the committee. We welcomed her to join our upcoming events. She offered her assistance any way she can.

There will be two speakers at the Orgullo Hispano Luncheon instead of three. Dr. Mira and Col. Vasquez.

Yaya announced that the letters have been faxed, emailed to prominent sponsors, she's just waiting on feedbacks. Prize sponsors are still needed for the golf tournament. Members volunteered for different areas for the tournament.

Spectacular show - Mr. Barrientes announced that he needs dishes brought in for the entertainers. Our sponsors donating didn't come through. Hilda is going to check with papa johns. Norma Holman is gathering the sand and the bags for the luminares.

Banquet - contract is being delivered. Menu is still pending. And the price of $15 for dinner and dance is settled.

Linda Martinez
Robins AFB Commissary/Supply
DSN 468-2125 ext. 3030
Comm. (478) 926-2125 ext. 3030
EMAIL: linda.martinez@deca.mil

GOLF Event - plans are going good. Need to encourage teams to sign up on the web, by phone to points of contact, email and please post flyers everywhere! Let's push for teams!

FOOD TASTING - Train will be included after all. Clown, moonwalk are set. More selected dishes are encouraged to represent cuba, peru, valenzuela, etc. Let's sign up for more dishes!!

OUTREACH to schools - Official letters have been sent out to the schools and hopefully good participation/involvement will be accomplished. Only elementary schools will be involved in the poster contest. posters will be displayed at the Espectaculor event. 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes will be given during intermission.

Mr. Diaz brought in some posters of heros that were given to him from personnel. hopefully will be posted somehow at the upcoming luncheon.

Mr. Diaz passed out an email from Mr. Ohara where $2800.00 has been approved and confirmed for the activities for September 2005.

Treasurer (Sam) passed out expense sheets.............he will address the committee on it at a later point.

Linda Martinez
Robins AFB Commissary/Supply
DSN 468-2125 ext. 3030
Comm. (478) 926-2125 ext. 3030
EMAIL: linda.martinez@deca.mil

Today's meeting opened with Mr. Diaz addressing and congratulating the committee for a wonderful turn-out at this year's bowl-a-thon. A big PAT ON THE BACK for Ms. Holman and the committee for participating! It was great. Way to go TEAM!

OUTREACH TO SCHOOLS: Ms. Medina informed the group that she is waiting on the schools to get back with her on who's going to participate in this years event.

Certificates was decided on instead of ribbons for the children.
The base motorpool could be used to transport the ladies and our 'camerman'.

FOOD TASTING/PICNIC: Thanks for the volunteers that raised their hands for picking up the moonwalk to helping with the pinatas. Hotdogs and chicken wings will be provided by the committee. Mr. Sanchez's friend will bring the music player/speakers, etc. BRING YOUR CD's!!

ESPECTACULO - Mr. Barrientes said he's received a call for an added dancer(s) for the show! Mr. Diaz informed him that he can confirm with his out of town performers to schedule to be here for this event.

Mr. Diaz informed the committee that there will be banners displayed about upcoming events. A newspaper article will also be available before the espectaculo event.

Mr. Desi Maldonado addressed the committee with some good constructive advice. He congratulated the committee on the events that we have had and commended the upcoming events to be a success.. He also informed us on his knowledge and experience of being a Chairperson and budgeting for each event. Very helpful, thanks Desi!!

Linda Martinez
Robins AFB Commissary/Supply
DSN 468-2125 ext. 3030
Comm. (478) 926-2125 ext. 3030
EMAIL: linda.martinez@deca.mil

Today started with Ms. Medina and Ms. Sonia Cervantes addressing the committee about the Outreach to School event. Things are coming along, they are waiting for appointments with principal at Ft. Valley. Ms. Cervantes has a meeting Friday at Bryon. Logo or theme is being needed/suggested for kids to participate for poster contest.

BOWL-A-THON - Per Ms. Holman - 8 teams are still needed at this time. Pledge sheets are encouraged. Trophies have been ordered.

FOOD TASTING - 17 Sep 05 is coming along. Mr. Dominguez informed the members that we all can sign up on-line with the dish that we will bring!!!

there is still deposit money needed for the moonwalk. Ms. Gopi will discuss the MEAT items with the chairs.
LUNCHEON - change in mariachi's, there will be bongo players (Caribbean music) for our entertainment instead of mariachi's. tickets will be available soon to start selling. the chairperson will announced the definite date on luncheon due to guest speakers schedule. You can start signing up online.

Mr. Diaz announced that an interview was done yesterday 8-8-05 and that there will be an upcoming article in the REV-UP.

ALSO, a video taping will be done at every Hispanic heritage event.
ESPECTACULO - Mr. Barrientes again asked for everyone's help in this event as far as lighting, helping performers, etc. Budget has been submitted. Half-time presentation will be dedicated to the children on their submissions to the poster contest.

ORGULLO HISPANO Seminar - there are 2 guest speakers lined up for this event. A chairperson is still needed on this - dates are tentative.

BANQUET - menu is set as submitted. change to this event was voted 8-8 by members present at meeting Aug 2, 2005, the Chair was the tie breaker. The chair voted in favor of a DJ for the music. Also, due to the situation Mr. Percell instructed the chairman to eliminate the band. DJ will be provided this year, other funds will be distributed to the other events. Funds will be available for awards, some plagues, and shirts for active members.

Linda Martinez
Robins AFB Commissary/Supply
DSN 468-2125 ext. 3030
Comm. (478) 926-2125 ext. 3030
EMAIL: linda.martinez@deca.mil

Mr. Dominguez opened the meeting by expressing to the present committee members that their would be more participation of members if the TIME and PLACE would change to 11am instead of 1pm. Committee members present took a vote and decided: All future meetings starting 2 Aug 2005 will start at 11am at the Enlisted Club.

Bowl-a-thon has tentatively 10 teams on hand. Ruben informed the chairperson that he would make available in the website a form where bowlers can 'sign up', to fill 16 lanes.

Mr. Ed Armijo recommended the use of the marquee, rev-up for up-coming events. Mr. Dominguez will send the point of contact name to each event chairperson.

Golf tournament is underway. Players can register on line. Mr. Eli Rodriguez was present to announce that the golf tournament Hole-in-One is being sponsored by Loui Consulting.

Luncheon - Mr. Ed Armijo announced the same menu will be served, only 300 tickets will be sold. Tickets are $10.00 a person. Tickets are being printed at no cost to the committee and should be available the 1st of August to begin selling. 20 of those tickets are for protocol. Mr. Dominguez will work on working the website for possibly registering for this event also. Ms. Norma Holman, Marylou Medina and myself will decorate the club.

Event Producer, Mr. Zac _____ introduced himself and offered the committee any help or services on any upcoming event. He was cut short so i didn't get his number or card.

Espectaculo - Mr. Louie Barrientes is working with a point of contact in north Georgia for a possible roper. He announced that this event would need everyone's participation as far as the lighting, audio, helping the performers, etc. so let's all participate together.

Funds would be paid for mariachi's that will entertain the community from 7-8pm that evening. If a roper is not available, funds will be needed to bring a roper from San Antonio. Food will be donated for the performers at no cost to committee. More performers are needed, please call Mr. Louie Barrientes.

Banquet - Ms. Miriam announced the banquet event will be from 6 - 1am. From 6-7 will be social hour, 7-8 dinner and the guest speaker with presentations following, then the music will be from 9-1am. Tickets are $20 a piece, Attire is semi formal. Music is still up in the air at this time. Mr. Dominguez will set meeting on this at a future time?!?!

Linda Martinez
Robins AFB Commissary/Supply
DSN 468-2125 ext. 3030
Comm. (478) 926-2125 ext. 3030
EMAIL: linda.martinez@deca.mil

I would like to remind everyone that the information presented here is simply a running record of what is discussed in our meetings. It is not definite and is subject to change. See the note that is on top of this page.

a. Taboga has been tentatively selected by Gopi and Miriam, promising to play variety,

As scheduled, we met today at 1:00 PM in the lobby of Bldg 905 (Library) to turn in our doughnut sale orders and money to Andy Diaz. The latest count was 450 orders sold. The names and number of orders sold will be posted once the final numbers are obtained.

Everyone who sold doughnuts including any volunteers. Should be at Gator Park (by Russell Pkwy entrance) by no later than 8:30 AM. The doughnuts will arrive between the hours of 7:00 - 8:00 AM. According to Andy, in previous events the company delivered at 7:00 AM sharp.

Friday 15, 2005, committee members to meet at the base library (bldg 905) at 1pm in the lobby. Orders and monies will be collected at this time. Everyone is encouraged to participate. Ms. Debra Dubois has top sells of 53 dozens!! Way to go Debra. Mr. Armando Diaz is up with 32 dozens - way to go!!!!

Website is available for members to check minutes, see and download flyers needed for events, etc. website is continuously updated so please visit us at www.members.cox.net/rafb-hho-2005

Ms. Norma Holman wasn't available this week but the Bowl-A-Thon is scheduled for the 12th of August 2005 and sign up sheets are attached to the bowling flyer. Again 6 members per team, $10 a person, this includes shoe rental with 3 games, 16 lanes available. POC's on flyer along with pledge/donation sheet.

Food Tasting/Picnic is scheduled 9-17-05 at Gator Park. Mrs. Martinez announced that the base commissary will sponsor the plates, paper cups, cutlery, etc. needed for this event. Their will be food tasting from different cultures, piñatas, games, contests, etc. also, 1 keg of beer will be provided as well as BYOB.

Not sure on this but the Orgullo Hispano has been cancelled with Ms. Marylou Medina and Sonia working to visit local schools involving the different grades through high school to participate with coloring, posters and high schools to write or show what Hispanic Heritage means to them. This would all involve the Espectaculo Event and winners to be announced at the museum. This event to be taken place at the beginning of the school year.

Mr. Ruben Dominguez will clarify the lunch for non-members participating in the Golf Tournament that is scheduled for September 16, 2005 at Pine Oaks. Also, there is tentatively a sponsor for 3 kegs of beer for this event.

Luncheon is scheduled for 9-20-05 at the NCO with Key speaker Gabriel Mora. Menus are being worked on.

Espectaculo Event
Mr. Louie Barrientes and poc's will be interviewed by Galendria Wright?! from 13WMAZ, date to be announced soon.

Linda Martinez
Robins AFB Commissary/Supply
DSN 468-2125 ext. 3030
Comm. (478) 926-2125 ext. 3030
EMAIL: linda.martinez@deca.mil

Although this website is not hosted on a Robins AFB server, the 2005 Hispanic Heritage

NAME	# OF DZS SOLD	NAME	# OF DZS SOLD	NAME	# OF DZS SOLD
Andy D.	70	Yaya Sandoval	21	Zoellner	12
Debbie D.	54	Gopi Weldon	17	Miriam	11
Ruben D.	50	Norma H.	17	KEILA THOMAS	10
Marylou	27	Juan Sandoval.	14	Louie	8
Francis	26	Sonia	14
Gloria	25	Oscar Nieves	14
Joe	23	Marco & Ramona	13
Liz Reis	23	Sam Kaszuba	12
Linda M.	21	Sarita & Rita	12