April 24, 2021: Meeting Minutes by Bonnie Mitchell
President Jim MiIler called the 34th meeting of the 46th year to order at 12:04 PM. This was the first in-person in over a year with 35 in attendance at the Worthington Education Center and 14 watching remotely. Katie McCartney offered the invocation and led the pledge of allegiance. Vice-President Steve Payerle called upon Nick Linkenhoker to introduce his guest, Cathy Aman.
HAPPY DOLLARS 1. Joe Patchen carried the pot and Phil Giessler was happy to have the Sergeants Committee back in business. 2. Al Zink and Tim Shear were happy to see everyone. 3. Katie McCartney was happy that her son is back in school and playing in the band.
ANNOUNCEMENTS The next in-person meeting will be on May 12.
1. Peggy Murgatroyd noted that the Arbor Day tree packing will be done following this meeting. 2. Tim Shear reported on the Mongolian Project and that their visit will be delayed until October. 3. Raffle winner announcement
PROGRAM: Joe Patchen introduced the speakers – Rustin Moore, Dean of the OSU College of Veterinary Medicine. His title was Power of the Pet.
Highlights included: Our health depends upon people, environment and animals. He discussed the power and importance of the human-animal bond, evaluation of the connection between people and pets. He noted that pets result in lower healthcare costs for people. Pets help in Autism Spectrum Disorder, offer companionship to people with Alzheimers, dementia and PTSD. He also discussed the role of dogs in the workplace. Tell others including your doctor and about your pet. People grieve more for a pet than a family member. He suggested consulting a veteran before getting a pet. A dog is a conversation waiting to happen.
For more information, contact him at moore.66@su.edu or 614.292.2363. Jim Miller lead members through the Four Way test.
The meeting ended at 1:05 PM.
