District 32 in Area 72 :: AA :: Alcoholics Anonymous

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January

The Meeting was opened with the Serenity Prayer, Preamble and 12 Traditions.

DCM – Susie: reported on the January Quarterly which was held in Shelton and an inventory was facilitated by Eddie H on Friday night…which was very thought provoking and the outcome being was that we are all responsible for communication, better listening, politeness and courtesy and working to make this Area Better. AA starts with the Home Groups. Our Area has been asked as everyone had to contribute $ 32 to PI Area Chair to put on a PI workshop to be held in July of 2008. It was a big issue at the Quarterly and was discussed at length. A lot of people in PI who have a committee of one and it is very difficult for them to do anything…this is to help the committee chairs to see how they can get people involved. He is bringing a delegate in to help get this done. It will be held in Renton and did not get approval from the Area for this. It was a hot issue. Susie asked if District 32 was will to contribute the $ 32. After some discussion it was voted on and passed. Susie wanted to make sure all groups at the correct address for Area 72 contributions: 702 Kentucky Street #535, Bellingham WA 98225-4200. Next month our Area Corrections Chair and the chair of Prison BTG will be giving a 15 minute presentation on what the Area is doing. Let your groups know in anyone is interest in this 12 step work. Susie will be out of town for the March District Meeting. The April Quarterly will be held in Silverdale and we have been asked to register early. A motion was made and passed to send Susie and Gary to the April Quarterly. Also it was brought to our attention in order for us to be self sufficient at Area level, it is appreciated if we would purchase meals and hotel rooms to offset the costs. Our Pre conference this year is set for March 22^nd at the Orting Soldiers Home. We are asked to support the Hosting district by a $ 20 donation to offset the costs. It was voted on and passed. Susie presented a motion which was passed at the Quarterly which we will take back to our groups for approval – the motion reads “We move that the General Service Conference instruct AAWS to produce and publish a book containing personal stories from geographically remote areas of the world.” It was discussed and the motion will be taken back to the groups for discussion. Seattle Intergroup is in great need of “Night Watch” volunteers. It involves having your home phone number available to receive calls during the wee hours. It is a once a month commitment. The Area Accessibility Committee needs two coordinators to help better do their job. They need a language coordinator and communication coordinator. If you or anyone in your home group are interested please call Lloyd at 206-380-6486. One last thought out of the Quarterly is that we seem to get more folks involved in service work when we share a personal story about reaching an Alcoholic than only stating a need. The report was approved.

Alt. DCM – Gary: Started updating Registrar Paperwork. The paperwork was passed around to get updated information from all members. Report was accepted.

Secretary – Pam: The minutes were approved from the December meeting.

Treasurer – Mike: The treasurers report for last month was distributed to members and a motion was made to approve them and it was passed

CPC – John Paul: Reported about Service workshop at Seattle Intergroup. Working on project for the last three months of getting letters out to the school districts. Two different letters regarding CPC and PI information. Also some letters to go out to Senior Centers, Police and Clergy. It was asked if John Paul could email out to us these letters. Great idea. Report was accepted.

Webmaster – Mike: Mike has continued to better the website - The Website looks awesome…thank you Mike. Check out the website at: district32aa.org. The report was accepted.

PI – Wayne: Held a PI Committee meeting on January 9^th..one person showed up. Wayne announced his next meeting is February 13^th at 6 pm please announce to your home groups regarding this meeting and try involving members into making a service position at the group level and then have them talk to Wayne and attend meeting in February. Good job. Report was accepted.

Accessibility – Kelly: Attended the Quarterly in Vancouver. There was a great turnout for the Quarterly. An Ad Hoc committee was put together to which will make motion to increase the accessibility budget for the year. Vancouver WA has the only treatment center for the deaf. The budget proposal will be submitted at the April Quarterly. Also we will submit a bid to host a quarterly in 2012 at July Quarterly for sometime in 2009. Report accepted.

Grapevine Literature – Bette: Went to a couple meetings to promote the Grapevine and got very little response. She has a couple of friends visiting here from Mexico and there seems to be a lot of interest in the Grapevine in Mexico. Report was accepted.

Treatment and BTG – Jonni: Received four BTG requests. Did not make Quarterly in Vancouver. Needs location for July Treatment Quarterly and volunteers to help with Quarterly. Report accepted.

Correction - Larry: Moving right along but has nothing much to report this month. Pioneer applicants that applied for clearance are all back and need to be fingerprinted and then the meeting will be able to start at that facility. Larry made a commitment to those in need of Pink Cans that he will make them a Pink Can. The Report was accepted.

Archives – Jim C.: Has a much longer to do list than a have done list. Quarterly is coming up in two weeks. Jim has to work and Gary is going to attend. Report accepted.

Announcements for Groups were made.

Old and New Business:

Johnny M. and Anna volunteered to chair the picnic this summer. Thank you ladies.

The new GSR Handbook was discussed. It is guidelines for committee chairs. Good stuff.
We will try to vote on it next month in February.

GSR Reports:

Healthy Women: Jonni G. - There was some problems with the church getting the rent money but it has been resolved by no fault of our treasurer. New members continue to arrive at our meeting and attendance has been enough that we are able to split into two discussion groups. We have a step study and big book study.

Anonymity Group: Gary H. - Great meeting lots of sobriety. Birthday meeting last Wed of the month celebrated with cake and coins. Meeting reads rotating steps and chapters from the Big Book. Meeting could use support. Please get the word out.

Federal Way Women: Donna V. - Our new rotation of trusted servants started in January. We are growing numbers. A great women’s meeting with a great range of sobriety. New GSR will attend next month.

Promises: Hillery J. – We are a book study group. We are close knit but could always use mor support.

Friday Nite Live: Tallulah – Nothing to report.

F.W.M.S.: Johnny M. – Kelly put together a thunderbirds hockey game for the end of the month. FWMS fishing tip is scheduled for /26/08 for bottom fishing and 7/27/08 for salmom. $110 for bottom fishing and $130 for salmon fishing. Manashdash men’s spiritual retreat is scheduled for May 30^th to June 1^st.

Auburn: Anna – Starting the planning for 44^th Annual Anniversary dinner.

One Way: Betty W. – Nothing to report.

Freedom in Sobriety: Gerri W. – Going strong. Pink Can is doing well.

We closed in the usual manner and adjoined at 8:30 pm

Respectfully Submitted,

Pam J.

Secretary

February

The Meeting was opened with the Serenity Prayer, Preamble and 12 Traditions.

We had a special speaker this meeting, Denny A., the District Correction. He was very informative and gave us some great ideas of what is available for the members of AA to do in the Corrections field. This included the Bridge program. Which is helping an inmate get to a meeting when they get out of the institution. Also he shared about the Corrections Correspondence program. The Corrections Quarterly is being hosted by District 3. It will be held in Monroe on Saturday, March 15^th.

DCM – Susie: Nothing to report as DCM. But we did welcome two new members to our meeting. Kelly G. from the Wed nite Women in Recovery and Becky from the Monday nite Women in Recovery.

Alt. DCM – Gary: Pretty much done with updating registrar paperwork. He needs to collaborate with area registrar to finalize. Also started the process of encouraging standing committee members to finalize committee meeting dates, times and locations (aside from PI who is already up and running). Report was accepted.

Secretary – Pam: The minutes were approved from the January meeting.

Treasurer – Mike: The treasurer’s report for last month was distributed to members. Beginning balance of $3,450.60. Expenses for the month were $ 402.60. Contributions for the month were $ 168.68. Prudent Reserve of $ 800.00. Ending balance of $ 2230.68. A motion was made to approve the report and it was accepted.

CPC – Jean Paul: Reported via email because he is very ill with pneumonia. Get well soon Jean Paul. He reports that he has stopped waiting for the letter from Mr. Garrison at Riverside HS and went ahead and sent out the Federal Way HS letters, using the Puyallup and Sumner reference letters. He will follow up with Mr. Garrision before the end of the month. He has already been invited to another panel at Auburn Riverside between March 24^th and April 4^th. Jean Paul has decided not to do it on April 1^st…LOL. Report was accepted.

Webmaster – Mike: The minutes are getting posted to the website. Check it out at: http://district32aa.org/. A motion was made to accept the report and it was passed.

PI – Wayne: Attended the PI Area Quarterly in Vancouver. The service workshop is June 4^th. They still need volunteers for coffee, greeters, reading the Concepts and Traditions, and for making sure the Speakers are taken care of. The goal of $1300 was almost met for the workshop from donations from the districts. We were shore $200. Area Chair welled up with emotions from the support. Next Quarterly is open to all who want to learn about PI. All PI committee members would benefit from going. It will be held in Bremerton on May 10^th. Wayne plans to get some rack bundles to present to GSRs to show their home groups and see if that inspires some participating fro PI group reps and get more people to form the PI committee. Wayne also got about 50 questions from students for when we go to the HS and present to them at the beginning of the classes for inspiring involvement. A new committee involving the elderly was formed In Vancouver. It is called CEC – Cooperation with Elderly Communities. He received a bunch of letter projects forms from Intergroup to Physicians, Schools, Clergy, Funeral Directors, Senior Centers, etc. And a Big Shout out to Wayne for now having a committee of THREE. Right on. The projects the committee is working on are: Rack setups at Libraries, Hotels, Medical Clinics, etc. The Committee meetings are held the 2^nd Wednesday of each month at Wayne’s house: 35830 25^th Place South, Federal Way. Phone # 253-653-9014. Call if you want to help or just show up for the meeting. Great job. Report was accepted.

Accessibility – Kelly: On vacation. No Report.

Grapevine Literature – Bette: Stepped down as GVL Chair. Susie reported that she attended the Grapevine and Literature Quarterly. She reported that if you google www.aagrapevine.org you can read jokes and catch up on some topics. If you want to join and have all grapevine materials (past articles on mymerous topics) it costs $20 per year. Some groups have had PowerPoint Presentations on the Grapevine website. It was suggested that groups put together a lending library of old AA tapes, CDs and literature for members to take home and listen to or read and then return for other members to do the same. It was also suggested that each District have a display rack. Report was accepted.

Treatment and BTG – Jonni: No report because Jonni was ill.

Corrections - Larry: It has been a slower month than expected. Kari our Correctional Chair is back and so I have been given the honor of serving and now she can continue the position of Chair and I can return to behind the scenes as Alternate where I thrive. The next correction quarterly will be held at the United Congregational Church of Christ, in Monroe WA. on Sat. March 15^th from 8am to 3pm all are welcome. We are awaiting the arrival of the new DVD on carrying the message to the institution and are striving to work with our CPC chair to support the carrying the AA message inside to be issued at the quarterly. We will be honored to have Denny our Area Corrections Chair and Toni T area Bridging the Gap share at our District meeting tonight. The pink can funding is growing and we will be using some of the money to buy books for the Kent City Jail. We are still awaiting approval for the volunteers for the Pioneer Center Federal Half Way House….slow coming. I would like to thank Hillory a GSR from our district and a designated sponsor for Pioneer for her attendance at Seattle Intergroup Corrections Meeting. GOOD JOB HILLORY. My thanks go out to all the members of the district that have helped in meeting the challenges we face in carrying the message to those who are The Report was accepted.

Archives – Jim C.: Was not able to attend Feb Archives quarterly. However, he visited with Merry O. who is the archivist for District 18 and she shared events of the quarterly. I met with Merry O. at the storage unit in Auburn. She moved a few boxes into the unit and gave me a check for $120 for 6 months of the shared expense with District 18 for the unit. I had a spare couple of keys made and gave one to Merry with information for access to the storage unit. District 18 is now officially sharing our unit. I would like to put together a committee to go over the inventory and review the units contents. I am also looking to find an alternate Archivist. Hopefully, in the future I would like to put together a work party to go through the Archives and organize talk about putting together a “road show”. Good ideas. Report accepted.

Old and New Business:

Burien Little Assembly will be Saturday, March 15^th this year.

The new GSR Handbook was discussed and a motion was made to accept the handbook as it is written. The motion passed.

Auburn will have its 44^th Annual Potluck Dinner on Friday, April 11^th at 7 pm.

District Picnic will be Saturday, July 13^th at 3 pm at Five Mile Lake in Federal Way.

Announcements for Groups were made and GSR Reports:

Federal Way Women: Becky - The group agreed to continue Pink Can and when it reaches $50 it will be turned over to the District treasurer. Submitted $ 54.10 for the Pink Can Fund.

Promises: Hillery J. – We are a book study group. We are close knit but could always use more support.

F.W.M.S.: Johnny M.: Closed meeting, men only, open forum, and rotating chair. Manashdash Spiritual Men’s Retreat is May 30^th to June 1^st.

Friday Night Live: Tallulah – 30 – 40 in attendance at meetings. Business meeting is third Friday of the month. First Step for all newcomers. Birthday meeting last Friday of the month with cake and coins.

Auburn: Anna: Working on 44^th Anniversary dinner. Speakers, potluck, flyers will be out soon. Friday, April 11^th at 6pm.

Do It Together: Pat – We continue to function by the grace of God and the uplifting message of AA. As Secretary and GSR of this group I have had 2 people with sufficient sobriety and interest to step up and agree to chair our meetings. Thus, I am now free to attend the District 32 meetings. Could use some support.

Freedom in Sobriety: Gerri – Very good meetings always newcomers and long time sobriety and doing well with the Pink Can.

Federal Way Men’s Stag Thursday: John R. – Nothing new to report.

Brown Bag: Mary B. – Had a special lunch going away party for one of our Home Group members because we think of each other as family. We will miss you Kim!!!!

Sober on Saturday: Michael G. – We just finished “A Vision for You” and will be starting “Doctor Bob’s Nightmare”.

Women in Recovery Thursday: Pam J. – Great meeting for women in AA and Al Anon. We meet at 5:30 pm, which is convenient for working women who want to stop for a meeting on their way home. We are a topic based group from AA approved literature. Birthdays are celebrated with treats and coins on the last Thursday of the month.

We closed in the usual manner and adjoined at 8:30 pm

Respectfully Submitted,

Pam J.

Secretary

March

The Meeting was opened with the Serenity Prayer, Preamble and 12 Traditions.

DCM – Susie: Thank you District 32 for sponsoring me to PRAASA. There were over 700 DCM’s, GSR’s, Delegates, and others in attendance from 10 Areas/Canada. Truly an honor to be there.

There is way too much information to share in my allotted time so just a few thoughts are sent your way.

Service is like recovery….the process needs to be repeated. General Service is gratitude in action. At times, ALL of us get discouraged in service and will be tempted to quit. There are 3 thing to go…1^st Service goes, 2^nd Meetings go, 3^rd I go. God does not call the qualified, He qualifies the called. We don’t deal in numbers….we deal in people. Remember, when you deliver a pizza you are not responsible if it gets eaten.

The topics at PRAASA were many and touched on almost all of the committee chairs. I will email the committee chairs to consider if they would like to implement any of the ideas brought by Areas to the conference.

GSO was also represented by Trustees, the General Manager and our Pacific NW regional Delegate. If every group that is listed with GSO gave $140.00 a year, ( $6.48 per person, per year) we would be self supporting and we would not have to increase literature prices to and sales to balance the budget. There were lots of statistics stated with GSO. If anyone is interested, I can get all those to you.

One topic that was greatly discussed was medication and the AA member. It seems to me that by and large the consciences was that it is between the doctor and member, and perhaps the sponsor. That medication is a private matter and, like a 5^th step, is not open to others to debate. Shaming needs to stop.

That is enough out of me, except a big THANK YOU to Jean-Paul for joining me at the conference and being my personal tour guide in Anchorage, as time would allow. Report was accepted.

Alt. DCM – Gary: Pretty much done with updating registrar paperwork I need to collaborate with area registrar to finalize. Also started the process of encouraging standing committee members to finalize committee meeting dates, times and locations (aside form PI who is already up and running). See you next month. If you have any questions please call me 206-850-6521 or contact me on my email gurminder_hothi@hotmail.com. Report was accepted.

Secretary – Pam: The minutes were approved from the February meeting.

Treasurer – Mike: The treasurers report for last month was distributed to members. Beginning balance of $3564.09. Expenses for the month were $ 208.52. Contributions for the month were $ 451.83. Prudent Reserve of $ 800.00. Ending balance of $ 2473.99. A motion was made to approve the report and it was accepted.

CPC – Jean Paul: No responses to Federal Way letters yet. Possible reasons: Business, Misunderstanding, Fears of “Religious” implications (brought up at the PRAASA meeting in Anchorage). Attended PRAASA in Anchorage and participated in all of Saturday’s events. Spoke up about programs in Schools, successes and failures. Issues of “religious” separation and predator issues have come up across the nation. These issues are preventing good school participation. Participated in PI Committee meeting 3/12. 3/28 Panel at Auburn Riverside. PRAASA concerns mentioned above. Will clarify with Chris Garrison what his impression is if the topic of religious/spiritual discussions in Fed Way and Auburn Schools. Will also try to get Mr Garrison to advocate his approach with his peers. Report was accepted.

Webmaster – Mike: The monthly District 32 minutes are getting posted to the website. Check it out at: http://district32aa.org/. A motion was made to accept the report and it was passed.

PI – Wayne: We have 4 locations that we have put out pamphlets, and are still inquiring about a few more, The Federal Way Library’s seem to go through a lot. We are still looking into the Auburn Libraries and Hotels. Intergroup is looking into finding or making a 4 or 5 tier cardboard pamphlet rack for displays. Wayne’s next PI Committee meeting is Saturday, April 9^th at 6 pm at his house 35830 25^th Place So., Federal Way. Phone # 253-653-9014. Report was accepted.

Accessibility – Kelly: Accessibility Committee had there first meeting, It was held March 10^th and four of us attended. We discussed what the district needs are. Also we decided to put a questionnaire together to give to the groups to see what there needs are. Our next meeting is Monday, April 14^th, 2008 at 6 pm at Kelly G.’s House - 2724 SW 341^st, Federal Way. Phone # 253-838-4664. You are all invited to help us meet the needs in our District. Report Accepted.

Grapevine Literature – We voted Bob in as new Grapevine and Literature Chair with Mary as the Alternate. Thank you Bob and Mary.

Treatment and BTG – Jonni: No report because Jonni was ill.

Corrections - Larry: No Report

Archives – Jim C.: Displayed the District 32 Archives at the Little Burien Assembly. Thanks to Mary, Wayne and Kelly for helping out. The archives area was the fullest I've seen in my last several years of displaying our archives. Representation was shown by districts 32, 33, 18 and 14. Additional display by the Pass It On group, which was exciting to see a AA group display archives. Also in attendance was the Little Burien Assembly archives and the traveling display from Western Washington Area 72. Great time and talked to many of the archivists that attended. I've been sorting out the boxes of materials and separating the supplies from the information and records that have not been incorporated into the display. Received the flyer for Archives Quarterly that will be hosted by District 33 on May 3, 2008 in Black Diamond and met Frank the archivist from district 33. Report accepted.

Old and New Business:

Pre-Conference will be held in Orting on Saturday, March 22^nd from 9 am to 1 pm. Will be Hosted by District 29.

Auburn will have its 44^th Annual Potluck Dinner on Friday, April 11^th at 7 pm.

District Picnic will be Saturday, July 13^th at 3 pm at Five Mile Lake in Federal Way.

Announcements for Groups were made and GSR Reports:

Federal Way Women: Becky - We are a long standing strong group. We have a solid core of home group members and active regular attendees. There are three to five new comers a month. We have a big book and a 12 and 12 study, the second and third Mondays. The first Monday is a business meeting; we read a story during the regular meeting. The last Sunday of the month is birthday night – coins, experience-strength-and hope, ask it basket if time allows.

Anonomity Group: Great meeting lots of sobriety. Birthday meeting last Wednesday of the month celebrated with cake and coins. Meeting reads rotating steps and chapters from Big Book. Meeting could use support get the word out. We may shift the group length to one hour instead of one hour and one half…stay tuned.

F.W.M.S.: We meet on Mondays at 6:30 pm for a Joe and Charlie Book study at 301^st and Military on Tuesday at 7 pm at the Wayside Church, Thursday at Sttel Lake Presbyterian, and Saturday Morning at 9 am at the Church of Good Shepherd. Upcoming events are: Manashdash Spiritual Retreat May 31^st to June 2^nd. Contact Jimmy. A Golf Tournament in April. Contact Pat. A Poker Run – contact Johnny Mac or Jon C. Events go on all Year Round, these meetings are powerful fellowship support and many years of long term sobriety, Great for newcomers!

Wednesday Night Women In Recovery: Kelly C.G. - Attendance ebbs and flows – currently flowing! About a year ago the meeting was moved from the basement to a much more comfortable room upstairs – much better! Started the Pink Can Collection this month. Need guidelines for amounts collected and/or dates for donation? Shared all information received at last GSR meeting and added flyers to the group binder.

Sober On Saturday: Michael - We finished “Alcoholic Anonymous Number Three” and next week we will start the beginning of the book.

Women in Recovery: Pam – We are going to have a group inventory on April 10^th. Susie has agreed to facilitate the inventory for us. We have some real issues with our childcare system. Our Treasuer, Sandy, had to resign and we have a new Treasurer, Michelle. Birthdays are celbrated the last Thursday of the month with cake and coins. Good attendance. This is an AA and Alon meeting for women only.

Brown Bag – Mary B. – Last Thursday of the month we have our Birthday meeting with cake and coins for 24 hrs , 30, 60, 90 days, 6 months, 9 months, 1 year, 18 mos and annual birthdays.

Friday Nite Live – Tallulah – No meeting on April 11^th due to Auburn Group Anniversary Dinner at Church.

Freedom In Sobriety: Gerri – Good meeting. Standing room only always 3 – 4 new people. Also a lot of long time sobriety.

We closed in the usual manner and adjoined at 8:30 p

Respectfully Submitted,

Pam J.

Secretary

April

The Meeting was opened with the Serenity Prayer, Preamble and 12 Traditions

DCM – Susie: DCM Report April 21 2008 -I attended the quarterly in Silverdale the first of April. There are a few things to run by you and 3 more motions that will be presented at the Oct. Assembly. We can discuss them during new business. There were actually 11 motions presented but only 3 were passed to go to the Assembly. The Area Webmaster is redoing our Area Website so it should be much easier to navigate. This will be launched in July. He has requested currant meeting times and schedules from all districts. Mike is this possible? He would like it do in Excel.

Speaking of Mike G. thanks for the hard work you put in at Intergroup, translating the 12 concepts into Spanish and for North Americans. Our Delegate was very grateful and I knew nothing of it. Also thanks to Mike R. and Mike M. Groups….Please have your treasurers put your group # on all checks to Area and GSO. If you don’t know your group # , please see Mike G or myself and we can let you know. Our Area Treasurer would like to note where contributions come from.

There is talk about Seattle Intergroup funding the South End Book Club.

PLEASE start talking up your jobs and start looking around for a replacement. It sure helps to have a little guidance as you start a new position in general service.

Mark your calendars for August 10^th for the Pre-Assembly. We were able to get it close this year (Auburn) and have joined in with 4 other district. The motions will be discussed in detail, a mock election will be held (as this is an election year) and I think a brief discussion of Roberts Rule of Order and how AA loosely follow them.

I have flyers for the October Assembly which will be held the 2^nd weekend in October. It is in Everett this year. I have also reserved a room as theses seem to go very quickly. You may want to give your home groups the “heads up” that this is coming and funding for you will be needed.

Last but not least, I have assembled copies of the District 32 Handbook. I will be giving one to each home group, so hopefully these can stay in the home group for future reference. Motion was passed to accept the HandBook. Report was accepted

Alt. DCM – Gary: Registered our new GSR and waiting on one more registration. I worked on the sign up sheet so it can be taken to your meetings. Attended the quarterly with Susie learned a lot and had a great time. Just want to continue to encourage participation and service. Thank you for all the great work you guys do.

See you next month. If you have any questions please call me 206-850-6521 or contact me on my email gurminder_hothi@hotmail.com. Report was accepted.

Secretary – Pam: The minutes were approved from the March meeting.

Treasurer – Mike: The treasurers report for last month was distributed to members. Beginning balance of $3564.09. Monthly Contributions $413.76 plus Pink Can $17.00 less total Expenses for the month were $ 516.47. Ending Balance in Checkbook $3478.38 Less Pink Can Balance $307.10 Prudent Reserve of $ 800.00. Ending balance of $ 2371.28. A motion was made to approve the report and it was accepted.

CPC – Jean Paul: Off to Turkey and France so my apologies for missing the District meeting. Poor Baby!!! 3/28 Panel at Auburn Riverside High School- Attended by Wayne O, Brittanie, Robert, Jessica and myself. Jessica and Robert were new to the event and the classes were very interested in their experiences. Very lively day! I forgot to share Area news from the CPC Quarterly in Vancouver at our last meeting in March, so here are some important items: Criminal Justice Conference in Ocean Shores Sept 17^th-19^th, 2008. There is a new movement for cooperation with the Elderly community and the focus is on bringing AA information to Senior centers and Assisted living centers. This may be an interesting project for us in Federal way. Many Districts are also working on Packet projects to increase awareness of CPC/PI at the home group level. Sounds like we should do this to get more participation from group level. Nothing New, but will be attending the May 10^th CPC/PI Quarterly in Bremerton, so hope to have a lively report next month. Report was accepted

Webmaster – Mike: Continuing to make upgrades and improvements to the website. The monthly District 32 minutes are getting posted to the website. Check it out at: http://district32aa.org/. A motion was made to accept the report and it was passed.

PI – Wayne: Wayne’s next PI Committee meeting is Wednesday, May 14th at 6 pm at his house 35830 25^th Place So., Federal Way. Phone # 253-653-9014. Report was accepted.

Accessibility – Kelly: We had our second Accessibility Meeting. Attendees were Bob H., Lee, Mike M and Kelly g. We worked on the questionnaire for groups as to what our needs are. This questionnaire is for information and comments for our committee. I attended the Accessibility Quarterly which was at Tacoma Intergroup Office. Our next Accessibility District meeting is Monday, May 10^th at 6 pm Kelly G.’s House - 2724 SW 341^st, Federal Way. Phone # 253-838-4664. You are all invited to help us meet the needs in our District. Report Accepted

Grapevine Literature – Bob: is getting the Literature and information transferred to him from our lat chair, Bette W. Bob is learning to type and how to get around his computer. Report Accepted

Treatment and BTG – Jonni: Getting organized for the Treatment Quarterly July 19^th from 9 am – 3 pm at Church of Christ 30012 Military Road South, Federal Way. The facility has been secured and a flyer was made to send out to other Districts. There will be a speaker, fellowship and open discussions. Report was accepted.

Corrections - Larry: No Report

Archives – Jim C.: No Report.

Picnic – Committees has been formed and flyer will be made by the next meeting.

Group Reports:

Anonymity Group – Gary H.: Meeting will be closing at the end of this month. We want to thank everybody that has been involved with the meeting for many years and I personally want to thank the meeting for my sobriety.

Freedom In Sobriety – Gerri W.: All is well. 30 plus attendees with at least 2 newcomers per meeting. Pink Can doing well.

Federal Way Women – Becky: We are a long standing strong group. We have a solid core of home group members and active regular attendees. There are three to five new comers a month. We have a big book and a 12 and 12 study, the second and third Mondays. The first Monday is a business meeting; we read a story during the regular meeting. The last Sunday of the month is birthday night – coins, experience-strength-and hope, ask it basket if time allows Federal Way Women’s will be holding our annual Clothing Swap and Potluck on Monday May 19th of The clothing swap and potluck will take place from 6 to 7 PM and a regular meeting will be held at 7:00 PM. Clean gently used Children’s, Men’s and Women’s clothing will be donated. Any clothing left over will be donated to a local recovery or treatment center. The swap and meeting are open to women only.

F.W.M.S. Johnny M: THE FEDERAL WAY MENS STAG MEETS ON MONDAYS AT 6:30PM FOR A JOE AND CHARLIE BOOK STUDY AT 301st AND MILITARY, TUESDAY AT 7 AT THE WAYSIDE ON DASHPOINT ROAD, THURSDAY AT 7:30 AT STEEL LAKE PRESBYTERIAN, AND SATURDAY MORNING AT 9 AT THE CHURCH OF GOOD SHEPHERD. UPCOMMING EVENTS ARE: MANASHDASH SPRITUAL RETREAT MAY 31ST TO JUNE 2nd , (CONTACT IS JIMMY), A POKER RUN (CONTACT IS JOHNNY MAC OR JON C.), 4th OF JULY PARTY AT CHRIS S.’S HOUSE ON LAKE TAPPS, SOBER FISHING AT WESTPORT, AND RUMOR HAS IT THAT SOME OF US ARE GOING TO GO SKYDIVING THIS YEAR. EVENTS GO ON ALL YEAR ROUND! THESE MEETINGS HAVE POWERFUL FELLOWSHIP SUPPORT AND MANY YEARS OF LONG TERM SOBERITY, GREAT FOR NEWCOMMERS!

Wednesday Women in Recovery – Kelley C.G.: Several returning newcomers in the past month! Pink Can Collection for March $17.10. Not a wealthy meeting but we’ll work to keep the can going. Shared upcoming event/district information with the group and let them know there will be sign ups for the annual picnic.

Friday Nite Live – Tallulah K.: Our meeting is kid friendly.

Healthy Women – Jonni: All rent has been paid cond reconciled with the church. Attendance at meeting is great.

Solid Sobriety – Brad J.: Want to do Literature Rack…how to get one will check with Wayne. Last Meeting we discussed the Pink Can.

Women in Recovery Thursday Nite – Pam J.: A great women’s meeting for after work..we start at 5:30 pm. We also have child care. Newcomers are Very Welcome.

We closed in the usual manner and adjoined at 8:30 pm

Respectfully Submitted,

Pam J.

Secretary

May

The Meeting was opened with the Serenity Prayer, Preamble and 12 Traditions.

DCM – Susie: I don't have much to report this month so just a few reminders are sent your way.

I have a copy of the 2008 Delegates Report and the locations available. This is a great opportunity to hear and understand what actually goes on at GSO, New York.

A reminder that August 10th is our (District 32) pre-assembly date to discuss motions and the assembly process. It is to be held at the Auburn Park and Rec. The better informed we are the smoother (and quicker!) the Process proceeds.

Intergroup has a phone line hook-up now at the South End Bookstore. If distance to Seattle Intergroup was an obstacle for your home group in answering phones, that obstacle has now been removed.

Lastly, as most of you know, Gary will be stepping down as Alternate DCM. It is recommended on page S29 of the AA Service Manuel, that the incoming DCM be elected prior to the General Assembly. That would be September for us. So think, pray and look around (it may be YOU!) and let's get this position filled.

Report was accepted.

Alt. DCM – Gary: Gary is having to step down as Alt. DCM. Please be praying and look around to see who might fit this position so we can get it filled.

Secretary – Pam: The minutes were approved from the April meeting.

Treasurer – Mike: The treasurer’s report for last month was distributed to members. Beginning balance of $3478.38. Monthly Contributions $183.99 plus Pink Can $137.10 less total Expenses for the month were $ 708.88. Ending Balance in Checkbook $3090.59 Less Pink Can Balance $444.20 Prudent Reserve of $ 800.00. Ending balance of $ 1846.39. A motion was made to approve the report and it was accepted.

CPC – Jean Paul: Attended Area CPC/PI Quarterly. Attended District 32 Committee Meeting. Plans for next month are to have Tannley our Area Chair to attend and speak at our District meeting. Volunteer at Service Workshop June 14^th. Raise Awareness of Third Legacy Work in District. Doctor Packets. Criminal Justice Conference 9/17-19/08. Reports are that one of the Drug Court Judges is out of control. Report was accepted.

PI – Wayne: Lots of pamphlets gone out, build 8 racks for literature. Sending sample racks out with GSR’s to take to there home group for a visual. Need more involvement from home groups to create a position in the home groups for PI. Wayne’s next PI Committee meeting is Wednesday, June 11th at 6 pm at his house 35830 25^th Place So., Federal Way. Phone # 253-653-9014. Report was accepted.

Accessibility – Kelly: We had our district Accessiblity Meeting on May 12^th and three attended. We finished our questionare which was passed out at the meeting. Our next Accessibility District meeting is Monday, June 9^th at 6 pm Kelly G.’s House - 2724 SW 341^st, Federal Way. Phone # 253-838-4664. You are all invited to help us meet the needs in our District. Report Accepted.

Grapevine Literature – Bob: Is working to get acquainted with the position and learn more of what he can do to help. Report Accepted.

Treatment and BTG – Jonni: Continuing to work on organizing the Treatment Quarterly July 19^th from 9 am – 3 pm at Church of Christ 30012 Military Road South, Federal Way. The facility has been secured and a flyer was made to send out to other Districts. There will be a speaker, fellowship and open discussions. Jonni needs volunteers to help with the potluck and set up and clean up. Report was accepted.

Corrections - Larry: No Report.

Archives – Jim C.: No Report.

Picnic – Anna: She is working hard to get things organized for the picnic. Needs volunteers for set up and clean up. But feels there was not a lot of planning last year and the picnic was a big success so is hopeful the same will happen this year. Flyers were passed out to members to announce and pass out at their home groups. Report accepted.

Group Reports:

Women In Recovery – Wednesday night – Kelly C.G. – Several returning newcomers celebrating 30, 60, 90 days. Pink Can Collection is slow but the group likes the idea and contribute what they can. Shared upcoming event/district information with the group and let them know there will be sign up for the annual picnic.

Women in Recovery – Thursday night – Pam J. - This is a meeting for all women in recovery, AA, Al Anon. We provide childcare and break off into a rotating step study every week.

Auburn – Anna - Not very many people attending business meeting, have open positions within home groups.

One Way – Betty W. – The last Monday of June there will be a BBQ and potluck at 7 pm. Birthday night also that night this is the 5^th annual BBQ and potluck.

Freedom In Sobriety – Gerri W.- Still very good meeting. New people each week. They keep coming back! Good contibutions for the Pink Can.

Wednesday night Open – Bob H. – Not changing name to reflect above this is not a step study or Big Book study to reflect the times. We accept all addict we a desire to quit using with an emphasis on Alcoholics.

Anonymity Group – Gary H. – Good meeting. Reads rotation steps First, Second and Third and sometimes Fourth Step. Last Wed of the month is Birthday meeting. Thinking of closing down this meeting because of lack of participation.

Brown Bag – Mary B. – Nothing new to report.

Sober on Saturday – Michael G. – About to start “How It works” in the Big Book.

Tuesday Night Step Study – Donnie – Business as usual.

We closed in the usual manner and adjoined at 8:30 pm

Respectfully Submitted,

Pam J.

Secretary

June

The Meeting was opened with the Serenity Prayer, Preamble and 12 Traditions.

Tannley, our Area 72 CPC Chair gave a presentation. Secretaries note: I was late so missed the presentation.

DCM – Susie:. It has been another calm month….the calm before the storm!

Just a few reminders August 10^th is our pre-assembly date. I received the proposed agenda for this from the Area Chair. The motions will be discussed with pros and cons so you will be very informed on these when presenting them to your groups. As you know, this will be at the Auburn Park and Rec. Center from 1:00 until 4:00? Please continue looking for your replacement and encouraging those interested to attend a district meeting or quarterly function. This district is strong, you have all seen to that, let’s keep it that way! Also, I am still looking for an alternate DCM. I have been asking but at this time, no firm acceptance.

Hope to see you all at the picnic! In love and Service, Susie. Report was accepted.

Alt. DCM – Open Position

Secretary – Pam: The minutes were approved from the May meeting.

Treasurer – Mike: The treasurers report for last month was distributed to members. Beginning balance of $3090.59. Monthly Contributions $ 404.82 plus Pink Can $ 25.60 less total Expenses for the month were $ 100.41. Ending Balance in Checkbook $ 3420.60 Less Pink Can Balance $ 469.80 Prudent Reserve of $ 800.00. Ending balance of $ 2150.80. A motion was made to approve the report and it was accepted.

CPC – Jean Paul: School year is finished and June is slow. Area CPC chair will be at this meeting, so we can look for some new ideas on what to pursue for District 32 CPC goals! Report was accepted.

PI – Wayne: We have 4 racks left for Groups to Sponsor. We just need some Groups to create a home group position to attend the committee meetings and learn how to scout out new places to put up these racks. I contacted UW Physicians Clinic on 320^th to put up a rack. We have Mary looking into putting a rack or some pamphlets out at Green River Community Collage. And Anna is checking into the Library and hotels in Auburn. Wayne’s next PI Committee meeting is Wednesday, July 9th at 6 pm at his house 35830 25^th Place So., Federal Way. Phone # 253-653-9014. Report was accepted.

Accessibility – Kelly: At the last Accessibility meeting we had 4 attendees. Talked about setting a A.C.L. meeting. Lee will talk to his Tuesday nite home group. Ask District to host a Quarterly in 2009. Will gather more information to present to the District. Our next Accessibility District meeting is Monday, July 7^th at 6 pm Kelly G.’s House - 2724 SW 341^st, Federal Way. Phone # 253-838-4664. You are all invited to help us meet the needs in our District. Report Accepted.

Grapevine Literature – Bob: Had lots to report in his endeavor to get acquainted with all that is available in Literature for our organization. Is continuing to work to get acquainted with the position and learn more of what he can do to help. Report Accepted.

Treatment and BTG – Jonni: BTG: On average we receive 2 BTG emails from other districts.

Treatment: Working on obtaining Pierce County meeting schedules to give to Intercept.

Planning continues for the Area 72 Treatment Quarterly. District 32 is hosting the July 13^th Treatment Quarterly. There are 5 district members who have volunteered to assist at the quarterly.

Jonni to get funds from Mike G. to go Costco shopping for breakfast snacks, coffee and lunch.

Shopping trip planned for July 8^th. Treatment Quarterly July 19^th from 9 am – 3 pm at Church of Christ 30012 Military Road South, Federal Way. . Jonni needs volunteers to help with the potluck and set up and clean up. Report was accepted.

Corrections - Larry: Great to see Larry again. Attended Seattle Intergroup Corrections meeting on June 9^th. They are having corrections BBQ on July 12^th all are invited. Settle intergroup is located at 6^th and Lucille in Seattle. Larry is planning to spend the money from the Pink Can for literature to go into the correctional institutions. More will be revealed as decisions are made on what literature to buy and where it should go. Report was accepted.

Archives – Jim C.: No Report.

Picnic – Annie and Johnny – All is coming together well for the picnic and we are looking forward to a good time to be had by all. Picnic is on Sunday, July 13^th starting at 3 pm at Five Mile Lake in Federal Way. Report accepted.

Group Reports:

Women In Recovery – Wednesday night – Kelly C.G. – There continues to be newcomers at almost every meeting along with many returning newcomers celebrating 90 days and up. One member signed up to volunteer at the annual picnic – the contact info will be given to Anna. The group also completed the Accessibility questionnaire which will be turned in to Kelly G. Pink Can contributions for May were $21.00 to be turned in at June meeting. Announcements are made and flyers are passed at each meeting regarding upcoming events and workshops. THANKS

Women in Recovery – Thursday night – Pam J. - This is a meeting for all women in recovery, AA, Al Anon. We provide childcare and break off into a rotating step study every week.

Auburn – Anna –Group is looking for a treasurer.

Sober on Saturday – Michael G. - We are an Open meeting and do a Big Book Study. We cover the beginning of the Big Book to “Alcoholic Anonymous Number Three” (ending at Page 192). We usually cover half a chapter a night. We just finished up “How It Works” and will start “Into Action” next week.

One Way – Betty W. – 5 BBQ – Potluck – Monday the 30^th of June. Birthday night starts at 7 pm. Bring a dish enough for your family and extra.

Freedom in Sobriety - - Gerri W. – Group is still large – 25-30 attending. Also newcomers continue to “Keep Coming Back”.

Anonymity Group – Gary H. – Great meeting, could use support. First Wed of the month Business meeting. Last Wed of the month Birthday meeting. The other nites we read rotation chapters form 12 x 12. 4^th Wed Biog Book. Come join us and carry the message.

Auburn Stag – Jim S. – 15 – 20 attend our meeting with maybe 1 newcomer a meeting. Business meeting is last Tuesday of the month.

Auburn Alkees – Dan P. – Average Attendance is about 20 with maybe one newcomer a meeting. Business meeting is 2^nd Sunday of the month.

Federal Way Women – Becky - We are a long standing strong group. We have a solid core of home group members and active regular attendees. There are three to five new comers a month. We have a big book and a 12 and 12 study, the second and third Mondays. The first Monday is a business meeting; we read a story during the regular meeting. The last Sunday of the month is birthday night – coins, experience-strength-and hope, ask it basket if time allows. On May 19^th our group held their 6^th annual Clothing Swap and Pot Luck. It was a great success, everyone in attendance had an opportunity donate clothing and select what they could use from other donations. We had a variety of women’s, men’s’ and children’s clothing. A potluck dinner was held directly after the clothes swap. Following the clothes swap we had a speakers meeting. We had both an AA and Al-Alon speaker. Al left over clothing was donated to a women’s recovery shelter and the men’s clothing was donated to a local recovery center. On July 1^st our service positions will turn over. During our June Business meeting a sign-up for interested members was passed. On June 23^rd, positions will be affirmed and another sign-up will go around for sign ups for district committees. Our group also decided to send the GSR to the Assembly in Everett. We took a group conscience to send a second basket during the meeting for a designated funds to our scholarship fund. The fund pays for half of the registration for AA related events. A list of those members who will be of service during the District picnic is being turned in during the June GSR meeting.

We closed in the usual manner and adjoined at 8:30 pm

Respectfully Submitted,

Pam J.

Secretary

July

GSR Meeting July 21, 2008

The Meeting was opened with the Serenity Prayer, Preamble and 12 Traditions.

DCM – Susie:. I attended the July Quarterly in Kent. There were 3 motions presented but only one was approved to go to the Area Assembly for your consideration. That will be discussed in new business. Speaking of the October Assembly, please register early. I have flyers available and the form is also available in the newsletter.

Besides the motions, there were several other matters discussed. One item was reimbursement to Area Committee members who are asked to our districts. The Area reimburses at the IRS rate, which is now 58 cents a mile. All districts can not afford this, depending on the travel involved. It was suggested that an amount be determined at the time of the request and that the Area would make up any difference, should this be the case.

Another issue that was brought up was splitting Area 72 . As Kelly G has been finding out it is very difficult to find a place that can house 700 plus people for the Assembly and still be affordable. When Area 72 (Western Wash.) and Area 92 (Eastern Wash.) split, the assemblies were pushing the 700 member mark. Some of the reasons are 1. Everyone has a voice to be heard, 2. Smaller districts have the opportunity to be part of the Assembly Hosting Process and 3.the Assembly fees can be less of a hardship on groups as the facility rental fees will be less. More will be revealed…..

August 10^th…………….Please attend the Pre Assembly at the Auburn Park and Rec Center. It is from 12:00 until 4:00, although I strongly suspect that it will be over before then. Our Area Chair had wanted that much time, assuming more that 4 motions would be on the agenda. I need to find 2 GSR’s to present pro’s and con’s on a motion so if someone is interested let me know. I will have to pick someone otherwise. Feel free to invite your home group members to the pre-assembly also if they have ? Or concerns about the motions.

I am passing around a copy of the Area Finances and Budget for your review. If anyone wants a hard copy, please let me know and I will get that to you.

I will end with a letter from the Alt. Chair re: Assemblies for your information…Some thoughts you can take back to your groups.

HOW ABOUT THAT PICNIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOW! In Love and Service, Susie. Report was accepted.

Alt. DCM – No Report.

Secretary – Pam: The minutes were approved from the June meeting.

Treasurer – Mike: The treasurers report for last month was distributed to members. Beginning balance of 3420.60. Monthly Contributions $ 345.48 plus Pink Can $ 28.00 less total Expenses for the month were

$ 577.50. Total Monthly Pink Can Expenses $452.00. Ending Balance in Checkbook $ 2764.8. Less Pink Can Balance $ 45.80. Prudent Reserve of $ 800.00. Ending balance of $ 1918.78. A motion was made to approve the report and it was accepted.

CPC – Jean Paul: Out of town on Vacation.

Webmaster – Mike: Check it out at: http://district32aa.org/. Minutes and current events are posted. A motion was made to accept the report and it was passed.

PI – Wayne: Wayne is still working hard with his very small committee to get racks of AA literature into the appropriate places and to keep them stocked. Wayne’s next PI Committee meeting is Wednesday, August 13th at 6 pm at his house 35830 25^th Place So., Federal Way. Phone # 253-653-9014. Report was accepted.

Accessibility – Kelly: We had our meeting on July 8^th with 5 attending. Our new member is Tracy S. We finally set up an A.S.C. meeting and it will be starting on Tuesday, July 29^th at 8 pm at the Calvary Church. Also we are looking for meetings who provide babysitting. Tracy is looking into it. Report Accepted.

Grapevine Literature – Bob: No Report.

Treatment and BTG – Jonni: We hosted a Treatment Quarterly on Saturday, July 19^th from 9 am – 3 pm at Church of Christ 30012 Military Road South, Federal Way. There were 27 in attendance and it was a great meeting. Special thanks to: Kelly, Mike G. Pam, Suzie, Debbie and Jim P. Jim P was the speaker. There was lively discussions and lunch was provided. Report was accepted.

Corrections - Larry: I attended the corrections quarterly on June 21 and we did an inventory on how we were carrying the message inside the walls. We addressed the commitment to the traditions and how we could best serve the institutions and AA as a whole. Seattle Intergroup had its first corrections BBQ at the Seattle Intergroup office and it was a huge success. WE had tables with applications which volunteers picked up and filled out. The money received from the pink can campaign was $450 which we used to buy AA literature. We bought 25 Living Sober, 25 Came To Believe, and the rest went to purchase some Daily Reflections. The literature was distributed between the men and lady coordinators at the Kent City Jail. They are using the Living Sober as a Study subject guide each week and the results have been outstanding. Report was accepted.

Archives – Jim C.: No Report.

Picnic – Annie and Johnny – The District Picnic was held on Sunday, July 13^th starting at 3 pm at Five Mile Lake in Federal Way. It was very well attended, in fact, so well attended that they ran out of food and had to make an extra food ran….All had a fabulous time. Thank you Johnny and Annie for a great job. Report accepted.

Group Reports:

Kent Solid Sobriety – Brad J. – Attendance remains strong. Many members comment that they feel very at home in our meeting. No input yet on motions. We have discussed but they did not have a group consensus yet. Will cover it more in our next business meeting.

Healthy Women – Jonni G. – Last Sunday of the month is our business meeting. Group has been splitting up about 2 x a month. We did nominations for rotation of service positions.

Federal Way Tuesday Nite Step Study – Donnie - A lot has been going on at the Tuesday night Step Study at Calvary Lutheran at 8:00. I am still new at this GSR thing so I do not have the proper paperwork for the report, so I will just give it and then talk to you or someone at the Meeting.

-First we did vote at the June Business meeting to have our group be advertised in the meeting book as having Sign language avail. Lee is willing to provide it and if there is any instance where he cannot attend the meeting, he will make sure someone is there if needs be. There was some concern over the Anonymity if there was going to be people signing that we not members of AA, but Lee insured us that there is a pretty strict Code of Conduct among the Signing members and it would not be a problem. It was voted on and passed. Our literature person was going to get in touch with Intergroup and have them include the symbol for sign language in the next printing of the meeting Schedule.

- a motion was brought up second and passed to set aside $250.00 for the GSR (me) to attend the Washington area 72 assemble in Everett. So it looks like I will be attending that so I will fill out my Registration form and get it in the mail.

-The group liked the idea of the pamphlets that Tannaly put together for the Professional community and we are looking at trying to get some made for members of our meeting to possible hand out

We are consistently getting about 70-80 people every meeting and usually have at least one newcomer at each meeting.

Federal Way Men’s Stag – Johnny M. - Closed meeting, men only, open forum, rotating chair Summer time is always busy! If you can’t find something fun to do within the FWMS… well then you aren’t coming to enough meetings! Upcoming events include: Mid May Madness, Sober Fishing in Westport, Paintball *just started putting together*, Wagon Wheel Campout, and a whole lot more! Other FWMS meetings include – Thursday nights at the steel lake pres. Church @ 7:30pm, Saturday morning at church of good Shepard @ 9am

One Way – Betty W. – Not much going on.

Federal Way Women – Becky F. – We are a long standing strong group. We have a solid core of home group members and active regular attendees. There are three to five newcomers a month. We have a Big Book and 12 x 12 study, the second and third Mondays. The first Monday is a business meeting; we read a story during the regular meeting. The last Monday of the month is birthday night – coins, experience-strength-and hope, ask it basket if time allows. On July 7^th we held our monthly business meeting. We have turned over all our service positions, Everyone began their 6 month term at this meeting. We have given two scholarships to assist two members to attend the Freedom in Sobriety Conference. We voted to accept the proposal to increase the budget request of the Area Budget. We also agreed to sponsor a Literature Rack for the PI committee. Becky will work with Wayne and then in turn work with the group’s literature person to initial fill and place the rack. The group would like to ask St. Francis ER to display a rack. We also thought possibly the Senior Community Center or the Community Center in the Commons Mall.

Auburn – Anna – Business meeting third Wed at 7:15 pm. Meetings are on Monday and Friday at 10:30 am., Wed at 8 pm, Friday at 8 pm and Saturday morning at 10 am and Saturday nite at 8 pm. All meetings are mixed except the Saturday morning meeting is women only.

Auburn Alkees – Dan P. – Had discussion for Accessibility Committee and decided to OK the extra money for ASL. Had meeting discussing campout for Aug 8,9 and 10 at Game Farm Park in Auburn. 7th Tradition has been low due to summer attendance

Wednesday Women In Recovery – Kelly - There continue to be newcomers at almost every meeting. Contributions to the Pink Can are going well. Announcements are made and flyers are passed at each meeting regarding upcoming events and workshops. I will miss this July meeting due to a family vacation.

Sober on Saturday – Michael G. – WE are an Open meeting and do a Big Book study, We cover from the beginning of the Big Book to “Alcoholic Anoymous number Three” (ending at Page 192). We usually cover half a chapter a night. We finished “Into action” and started “Working with Others”. This chapter we are breaking it up into 3 parts and we just did the first part.

Friday Nite Live – Starla – Kid Friendly meeting.

Federal Way Men’s Stag Thursday- John R.- We are a large group with many regulars. Solid Big book recovery meeting and strong sponsorship. We always have a revolving Big Book or 12&12 meeting, and usually a separate topic or step called at the beginning of the meeting in a separate room. Always a 1st step meeting if a new comer announces him self. Up coming events.......Wagon wheel camp out at Blue Shasta camp ground.

Seeking Serentiy men's retreat near the entrance to Paradise Mt Rainier.

We closed in the usual manner and adjoined at 8:30 pm

Respectfully Submitted,

Pam J.

Secretary

August

The Meeting was opened with the Serenity Prayer, Preamble and 12 Traditions.

DCM – Susie:. I don't really have a report....got home last night from Whidbey Is.

The only thing is to remind all to register for the Oct. Assembly. Thank you Becky and Gary for stepping up helping and thanks to Mary and Wayne for Coffee every month. Report accepted.

Alt. DCM – Mike – Attended Pre-Conference. Been checking group #’s on GSO list to confirm all are correct. Report accepted.

Secretary – Pam: Pam was absent and thank you Kelly for stepping up and taking notes. The minutes were approved from the July meeting. Report accepted.

Treasurer – Mike: The treasurers report for last month was distributed to members. Beginning balance of 2764.58. Monthly Contributions $ 265.43 plus Pink Can $ 14.12 less total Expenses for the month were

$ 132.00. Ending Balance in Checkbook $ 2912.3. Less Pink Can Balance $ 59.92. Prudent Reserve of $ 800.00. Ending balance of $ 2052.21. Picnic Costs $359.17 and costs for hosting the Treatment Quarterly were $ 182.81. A motion was made to approve the report and it was accepted.

CPC – Jean Paul: Absent. No report.

Webmaster – Mike: Has had trouble with files on hosting site but there has been some resolution to the problems due to server changes. Minutes are posted monthly and activities are updated. Check it out at: http://district32aa.org/. A motion was made to accept the report and it was passed.

PI – Wayne: Wayne attended quarterly. Some groups are sponsoring racks at libraries and clinics on first Ave. Has 2 racks available tonight for anyone interested. Next quarterly is November 8^th in Fremont. There will be a workshop for new incoming PIs. There will also be a chili cook off at this event. WA State Schools Districts are wanting to observe panels and understand how to integrate panels into prevention planning in the schools. Reaching media and schools is the biggest challenge due to perceived religious affiliations by officials. Wayne’s next PI Committee meeting is Wednesday, Sept. 10th at 6 pm at his house 35830 25^th Place So., Federal Way. Phone # 253-653-9014. Report was accepted.

Accessibility – Kelly: Attended the quarterly on July 26^th in Everett. Put bid in for quarterly in January 2009. There was not ASL or Spanish interpreter required at previous so budget may not be a concern. There is a Tuesday ASL meeting at All Saints Church…get the word out. Next meeting for committee is Sept 8^th at 6 pm at Kelly’s. Report Accepted.

Treatment / BTG – Jonni – Has not received any emails for referrals. Will deliver Pierce County schedules. Taking schedules to Intercept on 8/19. Report accepted.

Grapevine Literature – Bob: Bob attended the pre assembly and the workshop in Renton. It was a pleasure to work with community professionals and discuss availability of AA as a resource. Report was accepted.

Corrections - Larry: Absent. No report

Archives – Jim C.: Read the responsibility statement and the history behind it. Will be visiting storage area. Mike, co –chairman of Archives attended the Archives Quarterly and took notes from every district. GSP Archivist was forced to resign due to ill health of parents. Position of GSO is open. Dave. C. put on a workshop re; preservation. Preserving AA history is an important and valuable job. Passed around some District 32 archive information received at the meeting. Website for document preservation is www.nedcc.org. Nov. 1^st is the next quarterly in Longview. Mike was voted in as co-archivist after nomination by Jim. Mike as Webmaster asked about archiving hard drives, CDs and other electronic data. Jim and Mike will look into the how’s and where’s of archiving electronic data. Report accepted.

Susie wanted to hear about pros and cons of motions as discussed at preassembly. Prepare for October vote.

Motion 1: Becky – Publishing a book of personal stories from geographically remote areas. i.e. Loners International. Cons – we already have a Big Book. Pro – Keeps you sober. More tools. Majority agreed with moving ahead and saw it as a positive step.

Motion 2: Jonni – Provide up to $1000 per year for each standing committee. Pro: Keeping money locally vs. sending to GSO. Con: The money is locked into only budgeted item and cannot be used for anything else. Con: Currently the standing committees have no “workshop” budget. This motion adds on assumed reasonability to host a workshop. Perhaps this motion is too specific. Susie mentioned that motions can be amended by your home group. You cannot change the intent.

Motion 3: That GSO produce an AA guideline re; predatory behavior at meetings. Becky –

Pros: Suggestions not rules. Guidelines may bring awareness. Each group decides how to address enforcement of guidelines.

Cons: Mike and Dan - Possible legality problems. What about “AA has no opinion on outside issues.” Each group should address issues not AA as a whole. Ed suggested amended motion for protecting yourself, not addressing predators.

Motion 4: Move the Western WA Area 72 fund Treatment Bridging the Gap equal to WWA 72 Corrections Bridge. Pro: Attempt to clean up budget item. Budget line items broken down more clearly. Con: Too convoluted and intent not clearly outline.

Motion 5: WWA treasury will pay all costs associated with requesting interpretation and translation services for any Area 72 Business meeting. Would increase budget it to $12,000. Con – Where do you draw the line? Russian, Vietnamese, Filipino, ….we are currently providing ASL and Spanish. Pro: Kelly G. As a committee we can change guidelines as we go. There is a lot of unknowns. There aren’t many guidelines. Costs for these services are huge. It is not fair to all districts.

Susie suggest tabling discussion until we an all discuss motions with our home groups.

Group Reports:

Sober on Saturday – Michael G. We are an Open meeting and do a big Book Study. We cover from the beginning of the Big Book to Alcoholic Anonymous Number Tree. We usually cover half a chapter a night. We finished “To the Wives” and started “The Family Afterward.

Pacific Group – Janet W. – Young Group and going strong. We are still growing. Lots of support here from many years of sobriety from regular attendees in this group.

White River – Tony G. Collected $100 for Pink Can fund.

Sunday Night Healthy Women – Jonni G. – Attendance is up. $ was give to Jonni for registration for the Assembly. The group was given a copy of the motions.

Freedom In Sobriety – Gerri – Still very good crowd. Newcomers keep coming back! Our pink can is doing well.

Serenity After Hours – Nick W. – Great, fun Group!

Auburn Alkies – Dan – We had our annual campout at the Game farm Wilderness Park. This year we raffled off several donated baskets. The raffle did well and the funds will be going toward the cost of the next years campout. I talked about those cool newcomer sleeves and we are going to start to put them together. Next week we are setting aside a room to go over the motions that have been brought up.

Federal Way Women – Becky - We are a long standing strong group. We have a solid core of home group members and active regular attendees. There are three to five new comers a month. We have a big book and a 12 and 12 study, the second and third Mondays. The first Monday is a business meeting; we read a story during the regular meeting. The last Sunday of the month is birthday night – coins, experience-strength-and hope, ask it basket if time allows. We held our August business meeting on August 4^th. We had a discussion on Motion 3 and came to the consensus that Federal Way Women AA group was in favor of passing and pursuing the creation of guidelines for inappropriate sexual behavior. Some very good talking points were generated.

We again brought the “Pink Can” to our member’s attention and received some further donations. We are in good financial standing and just sent in a group split contribution. We had four new members

We closed in the usual manner and adjoined at 8:30 pm

Respectfully Submitted,

Pam J.

Secretary

September "Draft" Subject to final approval

The Meeting was opened with the Serenity Prayer, Preamble and 12 Traditions.

DCM – Susie: August has been a slow month but I know things will be gearing up with the end of summer. I was asked by a GSR a few weeks ago about the voting process for the motions. On page S23, in the General Service Manual it states “While most AA members attend other groups regularly, the home group is where they participate in business meeting and cast their vote as part of the group conscience of the fellowship as a whole. As with all group conscience matters, each member has one vote.” Evidently, some members were voting at any and all meetings. This is the guideline, should anyone ask.

I have also talked with several of you about the frustrations of getting home group members to be interested and involved with AA as a whole. I wish I had the answer. The one thing I have heard over and over again is that your enthusiasm does help. If any of you have ideas/solutions perhaps we can discuss this in new business.

Speaking of getting others involved, how is it going with you replacement for the next rotation? I firmly believe that a little training and understanding of a new position makes a world of difference. Remember also that we now have the district handbook for clarification of the various positions available. In Love and Service. Report accepted.

Alt. DCM – Mike –I have tracked down a "2008 - 2009 Western United States A. A. Directory" and I am waiting for Gary H. to send me his excel spreadsheet for the District 32 register. So I can up date it. I found that Kelly G. telephone number is Bob’s. Report accepted.

Secretary – Pam: The minutes were approved from the August meeting. Report accepted.

Treasurer – Mike: The treasurers report for last month was distributed to members. Beginning balance of 2912.13. Monthly Contributions $ 76.00 plus Pink Can $ 129.00 less total Expenses for the month were

$ 43.74. Ending Balance in Checkbook $ 3073.39. Less Pink Can Balance $ 188.92. Prudent Reserve of $ 800.00. Ending balance of $ 2084.47. A motion was made to approve the report and it was accepted.

CPC – Jean Paul: Absent. No report.

Webmaster – Mike: I have posted last month minute and updated the PI and Accessibility flyers, plus I have posted the motions for the up coming assembly with the Pros and Cons on the website. I did not get time to work on the e-mail forwarding problem. I hope to address it, this next coming month. Minutes are posted monthly and activities are updated. Check it out at: http://district32aa.org/. A motion was made to accept the report and it was passed.

PI – Wayne: Loaded LaQuinta and Marriot Hotels with District schedules on pamphlet racks. Also rack put in at the UW Medical Clinic in Fed Way. No one showed up for the Committee meeting in September. Coming up next couple of months we usually get asked to do a panel in Auburn at the Riverside School will need a panel. Wayne’s next PI Committee meeting is Wednesday, October 8th at 6 pm at his house 35830 25^th Place So., Federal Way. Phone # 253-653-9014. Report was accepted.

Accessibility – Kelly: We had no meeting in September. Nobody showed up. We will be hosting January 2009 quarterly. Next meeting for committee is Oct. 13th at 6 pm at Kelly’s. Report Accepted.

Treatment / BTG – Jonni – No report. Jonni was ill. She did take some schedules to Intercept on 8/19.

Grapevine Literature – Bob: Progress is good enough for the moment. Grapevine production via direct sales have been non-existent and my promotional efforts have also been lackluster. I fully intend to get more done as the Fall City Quarterly approaches in a few more days on the 20th. I have been in touch with Mike(G/L gestapo) and we have been tossing around ideas for the October assembly which I will also be attending. I hope all of us will be there to vote on these agenda items. Report was accepted.

Corrections - Larry: Need corrections chair by Oct 31^st. Larry moving to Arizona. Duties are to host 4 quarterlies, attend District meetings, attend Seattle Intergroup Corrections meetings-both once a month. Oversee the Pink Cans and keep literature in Kent Jails and RJC. Thanks Larry for all you have done for the Corrections committee. Report was accepted.

Archives – Jim C.: Met with Mary O., District 18 archivist at the storage unit in Auburn. Mary removed the archives that were stored there and we will no longer be sharing our storage unit. Report accepted.

Susie reminded everyone we will need new Officers to take over positions in January. There was discussion if we wanted to host the Quarterly for 2012. Lots of money and work.

Group Reports:

Sober on Saturday – Michael G. We are an Open meeting and do a big Book Study. We cover from the beginning of the Big Book to “Alcoholic Anonymous Number Three”. We usually cover half a chapter a night. We finished to Employers and started A Vision for You. We had our first annual picnic. It went off pretty good. I just show up late with the grill, but the hot dog and hamburgers got cooked. I guess all those years flipping steaks at the Ponderosa paid off.

Auburn Alkies – Dan – I have gotten the pink can to circulate again. I’ll be bringing the donations that we have collected so far to the meeting on Monday. We have three rooms at the church after the opening of the meeting we break up into the three rooms. One is a rotating step study out of the 12x12 and another is a big book study and the lat room is for a called step.

Federal Way Women – Becky - We are a long standing strong group. We have a solid core of home group members and active regular attendees. There are three to five new comers a month. We have a big book and a 12 and 12 study, the second and third Mondays. The first Monday is a business meeting; we read a story during the regular meeting. The last Sunday of the month is birthday night – coins, experience-strength-and hope, ask it basket if time allows. During the September Business meeting held on 9/1, the group is again passing the “Pink Can”. The group had previously decided to pass the “Pink Can” once our scholarship fund reached or exceeded $175. Our scholarship fund will pay for ½ the registration costs for AA events and conferences.

It was also agreed that I would have copies of the motions and discussion points of the 5 motions being brought to the Assembly floor. On The 4^th Monday, we will hold a home group member meeting within our open meeting to discuss and take a group conscience on the motion.

Brown Bag – Mary – Same ole Same ole. Birthdays last Thursday of month a meeting with a cake.

Anonymity Group – Gary H. – Great meeting could use some support. Rotating Steps, stories out of the Big Book, Birthdays last Wed of month.

We closed in the usual manner and adjoined at 8:30 pm

Respectfully Submitted,

Pam J.

Secretary

October

The Meeting was opened with the Serenity Prayer, Preamble and 12 Traditions.

DCM – Susie: The Area Assembly was exciting and passionate, as usual. We will go through which motions passed and failed during new business, but I did want to mention that one motion failed by one vote (with over 400 group voting). I say this to let you know that your group’s votes ARE important.

Our bid for the 2012 Assembly was not accepted. 2012 will be in Shelton at the Little Creek Casino. We do have the bid for 2013. District 18 and District 31 want to be part of that so we will have extra hands involved. It will still be at the same location in Kent Commons. Randall Perry, our new Area 72 Chair, will be the liaison for #18 and District #31 will be letting us know who their liaison will be.

As most of you know, we have lost our sign language person for the Tuesday Night Group. This is a problem, as deaf members are showing up and there is no sign language provided. I spoke with our Area Accessibility Chair and he suggested that perhaps District 32 would like to fund this???? Donnie, the GSR for Tuesday night, spoke with a GSR from Seattle (Abigail’s Ghost) and got some information on where to go for this service. I will let Donnie share what he found out about this. Donnie shared that District 15 has offered to set up a fund for 2 mos. worth the fees ($67.50 per night) to get the group started with an interpreter. There was lots of discussion on this concern and how to fund and provide this service to the deaf alcoholic. The subject was tabled for one month. Speaking of deaf AA members, there were about 6 GSR representing their groups at the Area Assembly. They left early as the sign language providers had to leave early per the contract made with Area 72. Had they been able to be there, the motion I mentioned above would have passed. It was on funding Accessibility. Also, one floor motion was brought to the floor. It was approved to purchase a new accounting program to make the 7^th Tradition easier for the treasurers and the fellowship. The cost was, I believe, about $230. And I think they needed 2. That is about all for now. In Love and Service, Susie Report accepted.

Alt. DCM – Mike G. –Setting up Registry Online. Report accepted.

Secretary – Pam: The minutes were approved from the September meeting. Report accepted.

Treasurer – Mike: The treasurers report for last month was distributed to members. Beginning balance of $3073.39. Monthly Contributions $ 178.51 plus Pink Can $ 96.64 less total Expenses for the month were

$ 412.40. Ending Balance in Checkbook $ 2936.14. Less Pink Can Balance $ 285.56. Prudent Reserve of $ 800.00. Ending balance of $ 1850.58. A motion was made to approve the report and it was accepted.

CPC – Jean Paul: August CPC Quarterly updates:

The WWA72 CPC Committee asked the Area Finance Committee to help defray the cost for a booth at the Criminal Justice Conference. Granted by the area. WWA72 CPC Committee is not set up to accept any money from any District.
Tom D, has packets put together for the GSR’s to take to their doctors. Next, will be putting together packets for Clergy.
Laurie P. – DCM and her will be meeting with Drug & Mental Health Crt. in September.
Discussions included: Asking the Area Finance Committee to include a line item for money for conferences.

Next Quarterly on November 8^th in Fremont

Auburn Riverside Panel pending a return e-mail from Mr Garrison, no new letters sent out at this time.

Rotation ending and I am retiring from Committee work for the time being (been 7 years), but will remain available to act as a School moderator. Report was accepted.

Webmaster – Mike: Updated flyers on website and will put a request out for ASL person for Tuesday meeting. A motion was made to accept the report and it was passed.

PI – Wayne: Needs to get addresses together where we have literature racks. I have one empty rack left for any home group who would like to find a place to display it. We need to find a group to sponsor the rack at the clinic on 308^th and 1^st Ave. also there is a rack at the UW Clinic on 24^th and 320^th. Another rack that needs a sponsor is the Lakeside Clinic on 9^th Ave by St. Francis. Next month is when we usually get the call from Riverside HS for a Panel. A committee member had to resign due to family issues. Still would like to see more persons show up for committee meetings so the next PI Chair has a committee when he/she takes over the position. I will make my house available for the incoming chair for a few committee meetings. The next quarterly is in Nov. If anyone is interested in learning more about PI they are welcome to attend. The outgoing Area PI Chair is making this a welcome meeting to new PI’s. Thank you for letting me serve as your PI Committee Chair. “I have had a blast and will continue on the PI Committee….I LOVE PI.” Thanks Wayne you have done a great job!!!! Wayne’s next PI Committee meeting is Wednesday, November 12th at 6 pm at his house 35830 25^th Place So., Federal Way. Phone # 253-653-9014. Report was accepted.

Accessibility – Kelly: No Report.

Treatment / BTG – Jonni – Unable to attend last quarterly. Attended the Assemble. Distributed literature to Milam. Report accepted.

Grapevine Literature – Bob: Attended Assembly. The GVL display at the Assembly was awesome. I went up to 'beautiful' Fall City' for the Grapevine/literature Quarterly on Saturday the 20th. The meeting was in a cute little church and was a highly spiritual meeting. I love meeting new AA service people, especially the readers.

Report was accepted.

Corrections – No Report.

Archives – Jim C.: No Report from Jim but Alternate Mike will attend Quarterly in Longview for Archives..

New Business:

Need new Alt. DCM, Secretary and Treasurer. There was some discussion but the election will be held at the meeting in November. Please think about who you would like to elect to these important positions. Or if you would like to step up to the plate and serve our District let Susie know and be ready to nominate yourself or someone else at the meeting on November 17^th.

Standing Committee Chairs were discussed and voted on. New Chairs for the upcoming rotation are:

DCM – Mike G.

Webmaster – Wayne

Corrections – Dan B

GVL- Bob will continue at the position.

Archives – Jim will continue for one more year in his rotation.

Positions still open are: PI, Treatment/BTG, CPC and Accessibility. These positions need to be filled and will be voted on at our November meeting.

There are many events happening for November remember it is Gratitude month in AA so please check out the website for flyers and information about the Gratitude dinners at different meetings. Website: district32aa.org

Bob C., a long time member of AA past away. The FWMS group will miss him.

Group Reports:

Sober on Saturday – Michael G. – We finished “Alcoholics Anonymous Number Three” and just started over with the Preface. Next week we will start the Doctor’s Opinion.

Auburn Alkies – Dan P. – Nothing new and exciting to report. I did enjoy the Assembly and I am ready to take the results back to the group. We have three rooms available one is revolving step study, two are for Big Book studies and the third one is for a called step.

FWMS – Dave L. – Closed meeting, men only, rotating chairperson, open forum. Our group is mourning the loss of one of it’s long time members, Bob. C.

Brown Bag – Mary B. – Nothing new! Birthday cake and coins last Thursday of the month.

Healthy Women – Jonni G. – Business meeting last Sunday of the month. I attended the Annual Assembly. Nothing much new with the group. Will be scheduling our Gratitude dinner at next business meeting.

Freedom in Sobriety – Heidi B. – I am a new GSR. We have great meetings. Birthdays are celebrated last Saturday of the month with coins. I enjoyed the assembly and learned a lot about the Governing of AA. I am looking forward to serving FIS as their GSR. Welcome Heidi!!

Women in Recovery – Kelly C-G. - There continues to be newcomers or visitors at almost every meeting. Contributions to the Pink Can are going well when I remember to bring the can! Announcements are made and flyers are passed at each meeting regarding upcoming events and workshops. I was able to attend the General Assembly in Everett and participate in some of the nominations and voting. Trish L. volunteered to be Alternate GSR for this meeting. THANKS!

Tuesday Step Study – Donni – Continues to have one to two newcomers per meeting. We have a Big Book study, step one and rotating steps. Our ASL interpreter is no longer available and this is a big concern due to the fact that we have advertised in the latest meeting schedule that we have an ASL interpreter and we have had some deaf members showing up. Cost of ASL interpreter is $67.50 per meeting for 90 minutes. Any help from other meetings would be appreciated. Tuesday night step study meeting cannot afford this expense on our own.

We closed in the usual manner and adjoined at 8:30 pm

Respectfully Submitted,

Pam J.

Secretary

November "Draft" Subject to final approval

The Meeting was opened with the Serenity Prayer, Preamble and 12 Traditions.

DCM – Susie - I emailed most of you with the letter from GSO requesting our input on Self Support. I have several copies here for those of you who do not receive email. I will read the letter from our Delegate to you. I did not copy the 17 pages of the budget, as it wasn’t clear on my Adobe.

We received a letter to our district requesting district funds for The Little Burien Assembly. There is also a separate letter for all of the GSR’s to give to their home groups. We approved $50.00 in our budget for this. Also, for your information, District 32 is one of the districts sponsoring this function so if anyone would like to be part of that committee it will be greatly appreciated. As a lot of you know, the General Manager for GSO has stepped down and there has been a committee interviewing/taking applications or what ever they do for this position. It is pretty exciting that Phyllis Halliday, a past Delegate for Washington and also a Past Pacific Regional Trustee has been hired for General Manager for GSO. She will be moving to New York next month. Congrats to Phyllis. Lastly, I want to thank you all for the support, encouragement, love and kindness you have shown me over the past 2 years. It has been a great experience and honor to be the DCM for #32. You are all just wonderful! In Love and Service, Susie. Report accepted.

Alt. DCM – Mike G. – Has more hats than most of us but getting ready to take over only one position but that is the big one…with lots of responsibility. Mike is our incoming DCM for the next two years and I am sure will do a great job - thank you Mike! Report accepted.

Secretary – Pam: The minutes were approved from the October meeting. Report accepted.

Treasurer – Mike: The treasurers report for last month was distributed to members. Beginning balance of $ 2936.14. Monthly Contributions were $ 229.14 with no Pink Can contributions for October. Total monthly Expenses were $ 111.62. Ending Balance in Checkbook $ 3053.66. Less Pink Can Balance $ 285.56. Prudent Reserve of $ 800.00. Ending balance of $ 1968.10. A motion was made to approve the report and it was accepted.

CPC – Jean Paul: Did not attend but did send in his report. Traveling this meeting. In Honolulu and LA for meetings. - Attended the recent CPC/PI Qtrly at Fremont Baptist Church on Saturday the 8^th. It was a kind of farewell meeting for the Area Chairs- Tannley and Steve. Has it been two years already!?! Got a little fired up again about this work, but know I need to step down from PI/CPC chairing for now. I am happy to remain in an Alternate role, but we need some new blood to continue the work we have finally gotten started in District 32

At the Quarterly, Molly (InterGroup PI Alternate Chair) grabbed me and wanted moral support for a Monday morning presentation to the Seattle School District Intervention Specialists! 4 of us attended the meeting on the 10^th, and presented the Organization of AA for sharing Information about AA and alcoholism.

It was very different than what they expected, but it was what they really wanted, not the disorganized way that it has been pursued in the past! They now would like us to do the same presentation to the Health Class Teacher Coordinator! - Upcoming Panels at Auburn Riverside and Decatur High Schools. Report was accepted.

Webmaster – Mike: Updated flyers on website and meeting schedules and doing more Registry corrections to the website. Report was accepted.

PI – Wayne: I need to know where some of the Pamphlet racks are that I passed out so I can forward the information to the next PI chair. I filled up 2 racks this last week at the Federal Way clinic on 308^th & 1^st Ave. and the UW clinic on 24^th and 320^th. Pamphlets at the UW have gone fast. I also delivered some schedules to the Extended Stay hotel on 320^th and the new Best Western on 320^th. I haven’t got down to the church on 272^nd that requested a rack yet. I have one rack left out of the ones I built. Riverside High School has asked us back again for this coming Friday, Nov. 21^st, Also Lakeside Milam passed on a message that Decatur High School health teacher is requesting a panel to come in December. The next PI Quarterly is February 14^th in Everett, Wa.

I realized how rewarding this position has been when I saw empty pamphlet racks @ the clinics. We never know who out there might need the little nudge from the boredom of waiting at the Dr’s office while reading a Pamphlet, to realize AA is out there. Or the kid in a class asking what he might think is a stupid question. Please make a position in your Home Group for the PI Position…we need participation. Committees of one just do not word very well. Wayne’s next PI Committee meeting is Wednesday, December 10th at 6 pm at his house 35830 25^th Place So., Federal Way. Phone # 253-653-9014. Report was accepted.

Accessibility – Kelly: At our meeting we discussed what other options we had in regards to the Tuesday night meeting needing an ASL interpreter to sign at the meetings. One suggestion was to have the meeting on the first Tuesday of the month and the third Tuesday of the month. This will help the cost of funding the meetings. Bob made a plea for money to hire an ASL interpreter to sign at the meetings at least as a stop gap for two months while the committee tries to get a person to sign at no or a lower cost. There was much discussion in regards to this situation. There needs to be some continuity for the Deaf Community and meetings but consideration of cost is the main problem. The topic was tabled until next month’s meeting after the members can take it to their meetings for discussion and solutions. More research will be done by the committee. District 32 Accessibility committee will be hosting the January Quarterly. This will be on January 17^th at The church of Christ at 30012 Military Road South, Federal Way from 9 am to 2 pm. Our next meeting for the committee is on Dec. 8^th at 6 pm at Kelly’s house – 2724 SW 341^st Federal Way.

Treatment / BTG – Jonni – Got a call from Larry at Intergroup. Julie at Decatur HS looking for a Question and Answer Panel. Larry will be calling me back tomorrow with her phone number. New meeting went into SeaMar on Sunday nights. Need to get a supply of literature to give to Lakeside Milam on 9^th Avenue in Federal Way. Report accepted.

Grapevine Literature – Bob: Report was accepted.

Corrections – Dan – Discussion of needs for clearance and would like a committee of more than one. Report was accepted.

Archives – Mike – Jim and I attended the Nov 1^st Quarterly in Longview. We purchased copies of the Jack Alexander Articles. I will have the m laminated version for you next month. If you have anything you deem salvageable get it to me and I will store it with our records or send it to Area archives. Dave Cantrell spent the last few months putting together (with the help of Karin at Intergroup) an Archives display for South Africa’s new national Archivist. Report was accepted.

New Business:

Elections were completed for District 32 and here are your newly elected officers:

DCM – Mike G.

Alternate DCM – Donnie

Secretary – Nancy

Treasurer - Dan P.

CPC – Open

Webmaster – Wayne

PI – Anna

Accessibility – Bob H.

G.V.L. – Open

Treatment – Dave

Corrections – Dan

Archives – Mike

Group Reports:

Auburn Alkies – Dan P. – We have three rooms available one is revolving step study, two is a Big Book study and the third one is for a called step. We are having our gratitude dinner this Sunday, Nov 23^rd and I should have included it in the last report. Our Group continues to have about 20 – 25 people in attendance on a regular basis. It also seems that our newcomers seem to maintain sobriety and keep coming back so we must be doing something right. We also continue to pass the Pink Can and it doing its job too. I for one forgot to collect from it last meeting though so there will be three month’s worth next GSR meeting.

Brown Bag – Mary B. – Getting better daily attendance. Rack of literature, books and schedules are available. All chairs are encouraged to attend the business meeting. Chairs to terminate lengthy or off topic discussions. No BBQ or Gratitude plans. Birthday cake and coins last Thursday of the month.

Healthy Women – Jonni G. & Carol M. – Business meeting last Sunday of the month. Meeting is good Big Book Studies, 12 x 12 on first Sunday of each month. We are doing OK. Gratitude dinner was held on November 9^th..attendance was about 55 people. Rhonda was our speaker and did a wonderful job.

Sober on Saturday – Michael G. - – We finished “Bill’s Story” and started “There is a Solution”. We are an Open meeting and do a Big Book Study. We cover from the beginning of the Big Book to “Alcoholic Anonymous Number Three” ending at page 192. We usually cover half a chapter a night.

Women in Recovery – Kelly C-G. - There continues to be newcomers or visitors at almost every meeting. Contributions to the Pink Can of $33.00 will be turned in to District Treasurer at November meeting. Informed group of Area Assembly Motion results and announced District position openings. Invited all to attend November district meeting if interested in a District level service position and gave District website information for further information. Continue to invite members to quarterlies and other AA events. New time for Business meeting will be the first Wed of the month.

Auburn – Anna – Group still has many opportunities for service, we did a group inventory last week and are looking at how we can better carry the message as a group.

Federal Way Women – Becky – Gratitude Dinner was Monday , Nov 17^th. Our scholarship fund is at its mark of $250. Pays for half registration for AA sponsored events and 2 $50 grocery gift cards at Christmas. All service positions are filled with alternatives.

White River – Tony – Going Great. Will have $150 for Pink Can next month.

Federal Way Step Study – Donnie – Group voted to table the issue of ASL Interpreter until November business meeting. The group conscious was that we could not afford to pay an interpreter completely by ourselves. We would wait to see if any other groups in District 32 would be able to help out. If not we would need to remove this meeting from the book as an ASL meeting.

Do It Together – Jessica – Will no longer be attending the meetings due to a new job and also her due date is very close. John is her replacement.

Wednesday Night Open Meeting – Bob - I finally got it(sort of). My home group, Wednesday Night Open(topic) Meeting has heretofore reported to the district rather poorly. And to my chagrin ,and with sincere apology, I personally accept that burden of said inept reporting. It is perhaps a result of many unacquired habits never adequately passed my way in the islands, acting then in alternate capacity with no admissible responsibility other than co-participant at meetings in the state and district level. So, to clean the slate and jump right in completely aware of my responsibility to both my group and the district I hereby humbly submit this report for the past month. Nothing new. Just kidding.! Our group meets Wednesday evening at 8:00pm at the Good Shepherd Church on 312th close to First Avenue. This very site hosts several AA functions weekly and we all frequent them. I will mention the F. Way Men's Stag on Saturday morn at 9 and the Ten o'clock Candlelight meeting as well as a ladies meeting during the week that I have not had the pleasure yet of attending. We are pleased to announce the availability of having some rather cherished service positions becoming open upon acceptance of said position. Please come down and try our Secretary's slot for a minimum commitment of 10 or 20 years. Greeter and assistant coffee master open to the right AA. member available. Just come down This Wednesday at a time before or after the meeting. We will be there along with 20 to 30 others that attend weekly. A real solid assortment of highly qualified alcoholics. You will enjoy a sobering Hour, Guaranteed! Thanks for allowing me to be of service....Mahalo and Aloha, Bob

We closed in the usual manner and adjoined at 8:30 pm

Respectfully Submitted,

Pam J.

Secretary

December

GSR Meeting December 15, 2008

The Meeting was opened with the Serenity Prayer, Preamble and 12 Traditions.

DCM – Susie – This meeting was about passing the torches and thanking all the committee chairs and GSR Reps for their hard work these past two years. Thank you Susie for a job well done. Report accepted.

Alt. DCM – Mike G. Report accepted.

Secretary – Pam: The minutes were approved from the November meeting. Report accepted.

Treasurer – Mike: The treasurers report for last month was distributed to members. Beginning balance of $ 3053.66. Monthly Contributions were $ 118.42 with Pink Can contributions $ 53.00. Total monthly Expenses were $ 333.62. Ending Balance in Checkbook $ 2891.46. Less Pink Can Balance $ 338.56. Prudent Reserve of $ 800.00. Ending balance of $ 1758.90. A motion was made to approve the report and it was accepted.

CPC – Jean Paul: Panels were presented at a couple schools around the area. Report was accepted.

Webmaster – Mike: Updated meeting schedules and misc housekeeping. Passing the torch to Wayne and showing him around a bit. Report was accepted.

PI – Wayne: A few more hotels around 348^th have schedules now. Took panels to Riverside Auburn and Decatur HS. No one showed up for Committee meeting. Also going to Bellarmine for five classes. Next PI Committee meeting is Wednesday, Jan. 7th at 6 pm at Wayne’s house 35830 25^th Place So., Federal Way. Phone # 253-653-9014. Report was accepted.

Accessibility – Kelly: Our last meeting we discussed ASL meeting and about different options available. One was that the Tuesday Group ask for donations. This way the district would not be supporting the meeting. Also we talked about babysitting. Tracy /S. and Bob L. will be talking to the church about a room and the insurance issues. We are hosing the Hanuary 17, 2009 Accessibility Quarterly. And our Next Committee meeting will be Jan 12^th at my house at 6 pm. Report Accepted.

Treatment / BTG – Jonni: Did not attend. She was working.

Grapevine Literature – Bob: Report was accepted.

Corrections – Dan – Passed out a schedule of Correction meetings and said he was having a hard time getting people involved. Report was accepted.

Archives – Mike – Has no keys. Report was accepted.

OLD Business:

DCM – Mike G.

Alternate DCM – Donnie

Secretary – Open

Treasurer - Dan P.

CPC – Open

Webmaster – Wayne

PI – Anna

Accessibility – Bob H.

G.V.L. – Open

Treatment – Dave

Corrections – Dan

Archives – Mike

More discussion regarding the financial support of the ASL need for the Tuesday meeting. Their was much input from the groups regarding options for funding the signor but there was no resolution. The group and the Accessibility Committee will continue to work on it for a solution.

Group Reports:

Sober on Saturday – Michael G. – We are an Open meeting and do a big Book Study. We cover from the beginning of the Big Book to “Alcoholic Number Three” (ending at Pg 192). We usually cover half a chapter a night. We finished “There is a Solution” / “More about Alcoholism” and started “We Agnostics”.

We closed in the usual manner and adjoined at 8:30 pm.

Freedom In Sobriety – Heidi B. – Lots of newcomers coming in. Great support. Service positions are all filled. Good spirit of Service in the group.

Women in Recovery – Carol W. – Business meeting the last Thursday of the month during the first fifteen minutes of our regular meeting. We split into two groups with one a topic meeting with a topic person and the other a Step Study. Our meeting starts at 5:30 pm with babysitting provided. Avg of about 2 newcomers a meeting.

Anonymity – Jeremy P. – God meeting with positive balance financially. Aver of about 3 newcomers a meeting.

Federal Way Women – Becky - We are a long standing strong group. We have a solid core of home group members and active regular attendees. There are three to five new comers a month. We have a big book and a 12 and 12 study, the second and third Mondays. The first Monday is a business meeting; we read a story during the regular meeting. The last Sunday of the month is birthday night – coins, experience-strength-and hope, ask it basket if time allows. During our business meeting, we took a group conscience to give 3 gift certificates to 3 members to assist with holiday expenditures. We took a collection and received $80 dollars toward the goal of $150. We also opened up service positions for the next 6 month rotation. It appears we will have many members who are new to service filling our positions. We also took a group conscience to rotate our step study with a tradition study, and create a recording system to keep track of which step, tradition and page in the big book we completed.

Auburn Alkies – Dan P. - We have three rooms available one is revolving step study, two is a Big Book study and the third one is for a called step.

Federal Way Men’s Stag Tuesday – Dave L. – Meeting is getting stron. There is a good core that are very recetive to newcomers. Manucha Retreat coming up. Christmas parties and functions this month. Tuesday meetings is a combination of Thursday and Saturday meetings.

Brown Bag – Nancy S. – We discussed financially supporting a ASL signer for the Tuesday meeting and voted not to do so. We also voted not to support GSO literature but we did vote to support and send a check to the Burien Little Assembly. We will be hoseting a New Years Eve potluck on Dec 31^st at 1 pm until whenever..it is an open meeting and will also be held on New Years Day. Birthday meeting with coins and cake is held on the last Thursday of the month.

Auburn – Anna – Did group inventory and trying to fill service positions and get more people involved.

The meeting was closed with the Responsibility Statement.

Respectfully Submitted,

Pam J.

Secretary