EMZoomer‘s Business Meeting September 7, 2025

 Dan A calls the meeting to order at 8:32

 Deb B opens the meeting with the serenity prayer.

 GSR Report: Darlene asks for guidance on how to best communicate and announce upcoming events in the morning meetings. Mary suggested we load information into website. Herb reported the Connecticut events are on the website and also flyers are available to print for those interested. Darlene will make announcements and John D. will add to the morning chat.

Dan made a motion to accept the GSR report.

Mary seconded it. It passed unanimously

Secretary’s Report: Lisa U thanked Deb B for the training for the position. Minutes from the August business meeting were posted on the website for all to read.  Dan A noticed the website report was missing from the August minutes. Lisa apologized for omission of report.

John D made a motion to accept the secretary’s report, John P seconded,

Passed unanimously.

Books and Coins: John P completed his commitment, he is passing along his inventory of books and coins to the next to hold the position. John also recommends recovery website, as you can order coins and have them sent directly eliminating the need for an inventory. Coins given in the month of August included Mary, Justine and Miss Sarah.  John buys the books and coins as his contribution to the meeting. Terri commented that may be contrary to AA principles. Dan A clarified that is John‘s personal 7th tradition contribution and is in no way a requirement for the service position.

Mary made a motion to accept the books and coins report .

Lisa U seconded, passed unanimously

John P nominates Mary to take over the Books and Coins position, Beth seconded,  passed unanimously. Both John P. and Mary are appreciated.

Grapevine Report: Darlene is arranging to drop off issues to Deb B to help circulate. Darlene also offers to deliver issues to shut ins. Mary makes a motion to accept the grapevine report Michael A seconds, further discussion Deb B offers idea to donate to corrections Darlene offers to follow up, Mary also considers donations to hospice.

Passes unanimously.  Thank you Darlene!

Service Report: Ron P’s term is completed. All positions are filled. Ron appreciated the group for making his job easier. Big thanks expressed to Ron P. for his service.

Dan A makes a motion to accept the service report, Mary seconded, it passed unanimously.

 Dan A nominates Michael A to take the service chairs position. Mary seconded, it passed unanimously.  Thank you Michael!

Michael A requested access from Herb to change service dates on the website. They will get together on that. Kathleen C announced Nikki can’t fulfill her Monday morning chair commitment. Michael A offered to chair tomorrow as we bring it to the group to fill that position.

Website Report: Herb is open to any suggestions for the website, and also looking for volunteers to assist as a back up website tech. Herb also reminded the group of the state of CT website. CT-aa.org.  There is a link on our EMZoomers site.

Dan A made a motion to accept the website report, Lisa U seconded it. The report passed unanimously. Herb is thanked for his service.

Treasurers Report: Ron P posted the current balance and activity on account. Ron will not be taking treasurer position, and is overseeing the transition from Linda Z to our next treasurer.  Jeff H and Linda Z are the current signers on the checking account. Herb raised concern that we are holding too much money and need only keep a prudent reserve. He suggested we make donations to area 11, district, and GSO. Herb also suggested we budget for donations to be made for upcoming area Alkathons. Deb B brought up concern that changes to the morning script and what is posted in the chat need to reflect accurate Venmo information etc. and that’s not set up yet. Michael A as new service chair will make changes when we have the new data.

Dan A made a motion to accept the treasurers report, pending a one year audit of the checking account. Fred P seconded. Passed unanimously.

Dan A made a motion to nominate Deb B as treasurer, Mary seconded, passed unanimously.  Thank you Deb B!

Dan A advised Deb to meet with Jeff H. Some discussion on how percentages are decided for donations. Herb noted they shift month month depending on need. Deb will have group input after the audit to determine donations. Terri offered to help with the audit as this is an area of expertise for her. 

New Business: Fred P announced the relaunch of the program “Bridging The Gap”. This program arranges for AA members to connect with individuals coming out of prison or rehabs and bridge them to meetings. Cynthia F is heading up this effort. There are sign up sheets for volunteers.

Mary makes a motion to adjourn the meeting, Dan A seconds, unanimous agreement.

Meeting adjourns 9:22am.

Happy dances during business meetings are neither required nor prohibited. All are free to dance.

Respectfully submitted,

Lisa U