Batch Meeting - Saturday, July 30, 2011
RMCHS BATCH ’70
Minutes of Meeting By Secretary Chuchi Estanislao
JULY 30, 2011 at 5:00PM
RMCHS Bldg
In Attendance:
1. Dorri Alonzo-Santos
2. Zeny Cabanban-Antonio
3. Pinkee Serrano
4. Chelit Bataclan
5. Malou Domingo
6. Abe Espiritu
7. Rey Bugarin
8. Leo Valmorida
9. Vicente Negrite
10. Krish Acu
11. Chuchi Estanislao
12. Lorna Callanta
13. Manny Palafox
14. Goody S. Esguerra
1. Meeting was called to order by Goody at 5:00PM
2. New Business
2.1 Some changes in the Batch ’70 Officers:
Goody, as Vice President presided over the meeting. She announced that Victor Abat, because of personal reasons, offered to resign his post, leaving vacant the position of President. The body, therefore moved that a new President be selected, afterwhich, Manny Palafox Jr. was unanimously, nominated and approved to take over as the new President.
2.2 Consequently, the following other officers’ post were filled by :
Leo Valmorida - Auditor
Abraham Espiritu - PRO
Rey Bugarin - Sgt. at Arms
3. Old Business
3.1 The Batch ’70 Reunion-2012 - Proposals
Feb 3/Fri Getting to Know - Informal ‘Jam Session’ (Pot Luck)
Proposed Venue: RMCHS Grounds
Feb 4/Sat Semi-Formal/Dressed-Up Dinner (Php500/person-Local); ( US$50/- Overseas )
Proposed Venues: Acropolis, Libis,QC or Hotel Sofitel (Acrpolis Clubhouse Venue will be on account of Josie Sy Ang since she is a home owner in this subdivision.)
Feb 5&6; Proposed Out of Town Venue – Punta Fuego, Batangas ( Thru Josie Sy Ang)
(Still Open for other Venue Suggestions)
• Transportation: Manny, Abe and Dorri will inquire about the costs/expenses from Bus Companies, e.g. Gold Line Bus Co.
3.2 Fund Raising to support the planned Feb 4, 2012 Batch Reunion and other Activities
• ROTARY Club Raffle Ticket c/o Josie Sy-Ang
• Annual Membership Due: Php200/person
3.3 Pledge from Batch mates based Abroad/Overseas:
Goody pointed out that, our batchmate Jay Espina, who was here with us last July has taken the responsibility to be in charge of coordinating with our overseas Batch mates.
In this connection, it was suggested that Jay initiate the solicitation of Pledge/Contributions from our Batchmates overseas. This will be a great help in making our plans be more smoothly matched with their plans/expectations for the 2012 Grand Reunion.
4. Other Matter/s:
4.1 Lorna brought up her concern that she is feeling quite embarrassed when requesting for permit to use a room at RMCHS for our meeting venue, as our Batch have not yet given any Donation/Contribution to the School.
4.1.1 Abe pointed out that Ver Lapping is currently awaiting approval of some office equipment for disposal from his office (such as office chairs/tables) which he in turn is intending to donate to RMCHS.
4.1.2 A Medical Mission to be participated in by our BatchMates in the Medical Profession may also be set up. A Note/Post on the FACEBOOK Page as to who may want to participate regarding this matter/issue will be a good place to start.
4.2 Christmas Caroling
A letter of Notification for this purpose will be prepared. Target dates/time for the Caroling : From Dec. 5 to 14, 2011; 7:00-8:00 PM. Other details shall be discussed in future meetings.
5. Matters Arising from Minutes of Previous May 27/Meeting:
5.1 No charges to the Batch Fund was actually made (in connection with the Bowling Tournament)
5.2. All activity/ties security concerns will be referred to or be coordinated with Rey Bugarin, as he is the new Sgt at Arms or Security Officer of the Batch. Particulalrly, transportation during the planned Feb 4, 2012 Batch Reunion will be arranged and coordinated with batchmates who has their own cars/vehicles.
6. Meeting Adjourned
