WBC MEETING MINUTES Date: November 11, 2008 Introduction: Meeting Opened by Mona Jones President at 0715                    Minutes passed out for corrections please notify Susan Lowe                    One minute Introductions were given Guests: 0 Absences: 3                   Excused: Carol Kelly, Melissa Watanabe Unexcused: Deonna Floyd Speaker: DorisDeFraine..Ballard & Ballard. Pearls are in this year…all colors! FYI if they turn yellow they are real. Good Prices…check out the store for more styles and prices. Thanks Doris OLD BUSINESS: Discussion regarding the new by-law change regarding consistency in attendance. The Ballot passed 100%. It will begin January 2009. Any member missing 65% of meetings will be dismissed. COMMITTEE REPORTS Vice President: Birthdays in November: Anita Brace, Sharon Chapman, Linda Hahn & Linda Gallagher. Membership:  New mini roster going around for proof reading your information & Category. Publicity: Still advertised in the same places. Program: To be announced. Treasurer: Dues are due today. Late fee will be enforced for those not paying on time. Current balance $2100 Web Site: www.wbcorangecounty.com –remember to check regularly Don’t forget the testimonials. Did everyone write one for the person on their left??? How about just writing one for everyone you have done business with and had a positive experience. Let’s be supportive to each other on the wed site!! NEW BUSINESS   Christmas tip for our waitress voted & passed to give her $100. She is special!! Christmas Party: Come one come all on Thursday December 4th to the Riviera Fireside in Huntington Beach.. Donna’s husband will be taking pictures at 6:30. $25 gift exchange. Leads:  28            Inside   24                 Outside   4 Door Prize Winner: Dr. Mary Cote Thought of the day:  There is a silver lining in every cloud.