GSR meeting - July 11th

Hello CMAer’s,
I just want to thank everybody that participated in the GSR meeting on Saturday July 11, 2009. We covered a lot of ground and hear are the key points from the meeting.

Elections were held and our new chairperson is Freddie D. Our new treasurer is Eddie S. Congratulation’s guys! Donald L. was appointed co-chair until the next district meeting on Aug. 8, 2009. At that time the district will have a vote for this position.

The bylaws have been amended and the district is now in compliance with the state of California for corporation status. GSR’s have an opportunity to review the changes and report to the district on Aug. 8, 2009 if they notice any typos or errors to the amendment. A vote will take place at the district meeting on Sept. 12, 2009 in order to accept the changes.
Tim P., our information & outreach chair, is in search of recruits to help him on this committee. This committee helps to spread the word of CMA to our community. Currently he is working on getting the word out for the new helpline. Be of service to your district. This would be a great opportunity.

Ari U., our registration/directory chair, will be updating the directory online at our website (CMAINLA.COM) within the week and on July 31st he will be printing the newest version of the directory. That being said, if anyone knows of any meeting changes (I.E., meetings going dark, new meetings, location changes, etc.) please let him know by contacting him or leaving an e-mail on the website.

Bob P., our events chair, will be working on a few upcoming events with Sal. There will be a dance in Aug. and there will be a celebration of 15 years of CMA coming up by the end of Sept. or early Oct. The anniversary event will be set up conference style. It will be a day of speakers, possible workshops, a dinner or barbecue, and a dance. We will have more details by the next district meeting. If anyone is interested in being a part of the planning process, please contact Bob P. or Sal (an e-mail can be left on the district website) to be a part of this committee.

The comedy show fundraiser was a huge success. This was the highest grossing fundraiser as of late. Good work to all that participated in making this a success. A special thanks to Sal for coming up with the concept.

An H&I fundraiser is coming up in the form of a pool party on Sunday July 26, 2009 from 12pm – 4pm at Russell Y’s house. The address is 7013 Aldea Ave. Lake Balboa Ca. 91406.

CMA history was made on Thursday July 10, 2009 when we had our first H&I panel at jail.
Victor D. &; Donald L., our co-chairs for H & I, are looking for speakers for the panels that are going to the jails. They would like to get clearance for at least 12 people. The requirements are: no felonies, experience speaking on panels, and 5 years of recovery (the five year requirement is negotiable if a person shows willingness and experience in speaking on panels). If you are interested please attend the next H & I meeting on Aug. 8, 2009 1PM at the West Hollywood D & A center.

Appreciation goes out to Mark M. for the stellar job he does while documenting and providing the minutes of each GSR meeting. You rock!

Meetings that need support are:
Tuesday Relapse Prevention 8:30pm @ Cedars 8730 Alden Dr.
Wednesday Sex & Relationships 8pm @ the AT Center 1773 Griffith Park Blvd.
Wednesday Full Speed Ahead 8pm @ the West Side Alano Club 11530W. Pico Blvd.
Thursday 12 x 12 8:15 pm @ the AT Center 1773 Griffith Park Blvd.
Friday Home Group 10:15pm @ the AT Center 1773 Griffith Park Blvd.
Saturday Crystal Clear 2:30 Weho A & D Center 626 N. Robertson Blvd.
Sunday Morning CMA 9:30 am @ 1900 San Fernando Rd.
Sunday Round Robin West 7:00pm Weho A & D Center 626 N. Robertson Blvd.

Being of service,
Freddie