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Priscilla "Perk" Newell to Lead NYS JCI Senate
Vandermark Memorial Senatorship Awaded to Whitestown's John Tyo
Vandermark Memorial Senatorship Awaded to Whitestown's John Tyo
SARATOGA SPRINGS - The New York State JCI Senate met on April 21, 2006 in Saratoga
Springs, in conjunction with the Outstanding Young New Yorker Convention of the New York
State Jaycees. Highlights of the weekend included the election of a new president and board of
directors and the presentation of the Richard Vandermark Memorial Senatorship.
Priscilla "Perk" Newell #60785 was elected to serve as President for 2005-2006. Perk was a
Cassadega Jaycee, who received her Senatorship in 2000. She has previously served the NYS
JCI Senate as Secretary.
Joining Newell on the board of directors will be Region East Vice President Christopher Snyder
#62737, Region Central Vice President Bill Bates #40296, Secretary and Newsletter Editor
Roxanne Astry #57298 and Treasurer Darryl Jones #26113. Outgoing President Bob Cairns
#59815 will become Chairman of the board. The new board will take office on July 1. Vacancies
will be filled by appointment at the Senate's July meeting in Syracuse.
Springs, in conjunction with the Outstanding Young New Yorker Convention of the New York
State Jaycees. Highlights of the weekend included the election of a new president and board of
directors and the presentation of the Richard Vandermark Memorial Senatorship.
Priscilla "Perk" Newell #60785 was elected to serve as President for 2005-2006. Perk was a
Cassadega Jaycee, who received her Senatorship in 2000. She has previously served the NYS
JCI Senate as Secretary.
Joining Newell on the board of directors will be Region East Vice President Christopher Snyder
#62737, Region Central Vice President Bill Bates #40296, Secretary and Newsletter Editor
Roxanne Astry #57298 and Treasurer Darryl Jones #26113. Outgoing President Bob Cairns
#59815 will become Chairman of the board. The new board will take office on July 1. Vacancies
will be filled by appointment at the Senate's July meeting in Syracuse.
President-
elect Perk
Newell is
sworn in by
President
Bob Cairns at
the April 21
Senate
meeting in
Saratoga
Springs.
elect Perk
Newell is
sworn in by
President
Bob Cairns at
the April 21
Senate
meeting in
Saratoga
Springs.
In other business, Senators:
President Bob Cairns presented "thank-you" gifts to his board members and received gifts from
Senators Chris Nunn and Bill Bates.
The man-mile award was given to Cassadega, represented by Rox Astry and Perk Newell. The
manpower award was won by host Saratoga, with several Senators present. The Elder
Statesman award went, as usual, to Myron Phillips and the rookie award was given to Tom
Stanton.
Those in attendace at the meeting included Mark Oppenheim #23692, Guest Loretta
Oppenhiem, Chris Snyder #62737, Gary Davis #26526, Duane Niemi # 36617, Myron Phillips
#6313, Chris Nunn #60786, Bob Cairns #59815, Kim Cairns #62897, Bill Bates #40296,
Roxanne Astry #57298, guest Pam Kuczewski, Priscilla “Perk” Newell # 0785, Carl Ciccarelli
#55987, Eric Kirch #59867, John Meaney #63626, Bill Fraley #38411, Ron Napierkowski
#32468, Tom Stanton #65???, Jeff Nuzzacco #54192 and Darryl Jones #26113.
The draft version of the minutes of the meeting as available for view on our Documents page.
- Voted to move the scheduled summer Senate meeting from July 28 to July 14. The
weekend of July 14-16 will also include the Stan Malkinski Memorial Golf Tournament and
other events for Senators to enjoy. - Approved the use of some of the NYS JCI Senate webspace to host webpages for Region
Two of the USJCI Senate in 2006-07, while New York's Chris Nunn serves as National Vice
President for that region. - Authorized the issuance of email addresses at the newyorkjcisenate.org domain to all
dues-paid New York JCI Senators. - Agreed to take steps to recruit judges for Jaycees individual development competitions.
President Bob Cairns presented "thank-you" gifts to his board members and received gifts from
Senators Chris Nunn and Bill Bates.
The man-mile award was given to Cassadega, represented by Rox Astry and Perk Newell. The
manpower award was won by host Saratoga, with several Senators present. The Elder
Statesman award went, as usual, to Myron Phillips and the rookie award was given to Tom
Stanton.
Those in attendace at the meeting included Mark Oppenheim #23692, Guest Loretta
Oppenhiem, Chris Snyder #62737, Gary Davis #26526, Duane Niemi # 36617, Myron Phillips
#6313, Chris Nunn #60786, Bob Cairns #59815, Kim Cairns #62897, Bill Bates #40296,
Roxanne Astry #57298, guest Pam Kuczewski, Priscilla “Perk” Newell # 0785, Carl Ciccarelli
#55987, Eric Kirch #59867, John Meaney #63626, Bill Fraley #38411, Ron Napierkowski
#32468, Tom Stanton #65???, Jeff Nuzzacco #54192 and Darryl Jones #26113.
The draft version of the minutes of the meeting as available for view on our Documents page.
Vandermark Senatorship Awarded
The New York State JCI Senate family grew on April 23, 2006, when John Tyo, formerly of the
Whitestown Jaycees, was awarded the Richard Vandermark Memorial Senatorship, becoming
Senator #66381.
The Vandermark Memorial is given, annually, by the New York State JCI Senate in memory of
Richard Vandermark, a past Senate President. It is reserved for a deserving individual who was
overlooked during his, or her, Jaycee career and whom would not otherwise be honored.
Whitestown Jaycees, was awarded the Richard Vandermark Memorial Senatorship, becoming
Senator #66381.
The Vandermark Memorial is given, annually, by the New York State JCI Senate in memory of
Richard Vandermark, a past Senate President. It is reserved for a deserving individual who was
overlooked during his, or her, Jaycee career and whom would not otherwise be honored.
The Senatorship was
presented at the OYNY
banquet by President
Bob Cairns #59815 and
NVP-elect Christopher
Nunn #60786.
Tyo was an active
member of the
Whitestown Jaycees and
Region Six from
1987-2000, serving as
chapter president,
district director, region
director and state
program manager. He
was previously honored
as New York Jaycee
Governor # 142.
In the photo at left,
New Senator John Tyo
#66381, at right,
enjoys a drink with
Senator Dewey Niemi
#36617.
New York's Chris Nunn Elected to
National Vice Presidency at MAI
National Vice Presidency at MAI
WILLIAMSPORT, PA - Senator
Christopher Nunn #60786 was
elected as National Vice President
of the United States JCI Senate on
April 1, 2006 during the meeting of
the Mid-Atlantic Institute (MAI). The
meeting was hosted by the
Pennsylvania JCI Senate at the
Genetti Hotel in Williamsport.
Approximately 120 JCI Senators
were in attendance.
Nunn will be sworn into office at
the organization's national
convention in St. Charles, Missouri
in June. He will represent Region
Two, which includes the states of
New York, Pennsylvania, New
Jersey and Delaware.
Chris was a long-time member of
Utica-area Jaycee chapters,
retiring as a member of the
Whitestown Jaycees. He held
several positions within the New
York State Jaycees, including
Region Central Director. After
becoming a Senator, he served as
the 39th President of the NYS JCI
Senate in 2002-2003.
Christopher Nunn #60786 was
elected as National Vice President
of the United States JCI Senate on
April 1, 2006 during the meeting of
the Mid-Atlantic Institute (MAI). The
meeting was hosted by the
Pennsylvania JCI Senate at the
Genetti Hotel in Williamsport.
Approximately 120 JCI Senators
were in attendance.
Nunn will be sworn into office at
the organization's national
convention in St. Charles, Missouri
in June. He will represent Region
Two, which includes the states of
New York, Pennsylvania, New
Jersey and Delaware.
Chris was a long-time member of
Utica-area Jaycee chapters,
retiring as a member of the
Whitestown Jaycees. He held
several positions within the New
York State Jaycees, including
Region Central Director. After
becoming a Senator, he served as
the 39th President of the NYS JCI
Senate in 2002-2003.
| NVP-Elect Christopher Nunn #60786 |
A strong contingent of New York Senators and guests attended the
MAI meeting. Pictured above, seated, are Sandy Weiler, Marilyn
Franchell and Ray Franchell. Standing are Ron Weiler, Rox Astry and
Perk Newell. Pictured below, seated, are Della Jones, Darryl Jones,
Myron Phillips and Pat Phillips. Standing are Bob Cairns, Kim Cairns,
Chris Nunn and Anne Longo.
MAI meeting. Pictured above, seated, are Sandy Weiler, Marilyn
Franchell and Ray Franchell. Standing are Ron Weiler, Rox Astry and
Perk Newell. Pictured below, seated, are Della Jones, Darryl Jones,
Myron Phillips and Pat Phillips. Standing are Bob Cairns, Kim Cairns,
Chris Nunn and Anne Longo.
In other business, Senators approved
Portsmouth, Virginia as the site for the 2007
MAI meeting. New York will host MAI in 2008.
Outgoing Region Two Vice President George
Fields of Pennsylvania was honored for his
service during the past year. In the picture at
left, he accepts gifts from New York President
Bob Cairns.
Portsmouth, Virginia as the site for the 2007
MAI meeting. New York will host MAI in 2008.
Outgoing Region Two Vice President George
Fields of Pennsylvania was honored for his
service during the past year. In the picture at
left, he accepts gifts from New York President
Bob Cairns.
Senators enjoyed the presentation
of the "Poo-dium," an
outhouse-shaped podium that is
the object of an annual bet
between the Pennsylvania JCI
Senate and the West Virginia JCI
Senate.
The Poo-dium is presented at the
Border Bash, a party held in
conjunction with the annual college
football game between the
Pittsburgh Panthers and the West
Virginia Mountaineers. The
Poo-dium is held, each year, by the
state whose team loses the game.
At right, West Virginia President
Bruce Hufford (right) presents the
Poo-dium to Pennsylvania
President Ken Martin. Pitt lost to
the Mountaineers on Thanksgiving
Day, 2005.
of the "Poo-dium," an
outhouse-shaped podium that is
the object of an annual bet
between the Pennsylvania JCI
Senate and the West Virginia JCI
Senate.
The Poo-dium is presented at the
Border Bash, a party held in
conjunction with the annual college
football game between the
Pittsburgh Panthers and the West
Virginia Mountaineers. The
Poo-dium is held, each year, by the
state whose team loses the game.
At right, West Virginia President
Bruce Hufford (right) presents the
Poo-dium to Pennsylvania
President Ken Martin. Pitt lost to
the Mountaineers on Thanksgiving
Day, 2005.
| U.S. JCI Senate Winter Board Meeting January 18-22, 2006 Daytona Beach, Florida |
The rooms at the Plaza Resort & Spa in Daytona Beach overlooked the ocean. Conference attendees
enjoyed temperatures in the 70s and 80s. This picture was taken on President Bob's balcony.
enjoyed temperatures in the 70s and 80s. This picture was taken on President Bob's balcony.
New York State JCI Senate President Bob Cairns and
Treasurer Darryl Jones traveled to Daytona Beach,
Florida for the Winter Board meeting of the U.S. JCI
Senate. Approximately 300 Senators from around the
nation gathered for meetings, parties, touring and
entertainment.
New York Senators Ray Franchell and Myron Phillips
were on hand, as well, and two former New Yorkers -
Senators Dave and Melinda Nolan - drove down from
their Jacksonville home for a visit.
At the business meeting, Senators heard reports
from national officers and program managers,
approved Mesa, Arizona as the location for the 2007
Winter Board Meeting and heard announcements
from candidates for national office.
The following candidates announced their intention
to seek the following offices:
The election will be held at the National Convention
in St. Charles, Missouri in June.
Delegates at the meeting were also treated to a
visit from U.S. Junior Chamber President Lisa
Parrish (pictured at right). Lisa talked about the
Jaycees and her plans for the organization this year.
She stayed through the weekend, taking time to visit
with her fellow Senators.
Treasurer Darryl Jones traveled to Daytona Beach,
Florida for the Winter Board meeting of the U.S. JCI
Senate. Approximately 300 Senators from around the
nation gathered for meetings, parties, touring and
entertainment.
New York Senators Ray Franchell and Myron Phillips
were on hand, as well, and two former New Yorkers -
Senators Dave and Melinda Nolan - drove down from
their Jacksonville home for a visit.
At the business meeting, Senators heard reports
from national officers and program managers,
approved Mesa, Arizona as the location for the 2007
Winter Board Meeting and heard announcements
from candidates for national office.
The following candidates announced their intention
to seek the following offices:
- Calvin Baerveldt, Maryland - President
- H.T. "Jumper" Davis, Texas - Administrative
Vice President - Pat Hoelker, Colorado - Secretary
- Vicky Dempsey, Ohio - Treasurer
The election will be held at the National Convention
in St. Charles, Missouri in June.
Delegates at the meeting were also treated to a
visit from U.S. Junior Chamber President Lisa
Parrish (pictured at right). Lisa talked about the
Jaycees and her plans for the organization this year.
She stayed through the weekend, taking time to visit
with her fellow Senators.
Above, re-enactors at Castillo
San Marcos National Monument,
a 300-year-old fort, built by the
Spanish in St. Augustine, prepare
to demonstrate how cannons
were fired when the fort was an
important military installation
during the colonial era.
Senators toured St. Augustine,
visiting the fort, Ponce de Leon's
famed Fountain of Youth (no, it
doesn't work!), and other historic
spots in the oldest
continuously-occupied European
settlement on the North American
continent.
At left, Darryl and Della Jones
take a break while touring the
historic city.
San Marcos National Monument,
a 300-year-old fort, built by the
Spanish in St. Augustine, prepare
to demonstrate how cannons
were fired when the fort was an
important military installation
during the colonial era.
Senators toured St. Augustine,
visiting the fort, Ponce de Leon's
famed Fountain of Youth (no, it
doesn't work!), and other historic
spots in the oldest
continuously-occupied European
settlement on the North American
continent.
At left, Darryl and Della Jones
take a break while touring the
historic city.
| Dave Nolan, Melinda Nolan and President Bob Cairns met up at the conference. Bob was the 70th President of the New York State Jaycees. Melinda followed him, becoming the 71st President. Dave and Melinda now live in Florida, and are members of the Florida JCI Senate. |
Senators Ray
Franchell and
Myron Phillips
were joined by
their wives,
Marilyn and Pat.
Ray and Marilyn
stayed all
weekend, along
with other family
members.
Myron and Pat
stopped by on
their way home
from a cruise.
Franchell and
Myron Phillips
were joined by
their wives,
Marilyn and Pat.
Ray and Marilyn
stayed all
weekend, along
with other family
members.
Myron and Pat
stopped by on
their way home
from a cruise.
The conference concluded with a memorable dinner, which included
entertainment both before and after.
Prior to dinner, Senators enjoyed the comedy of "T. Bubba," better
known to Jaycees as former National President J. Terryl Bechtol.
Long-known as an inspirational speaker, Bechtol is now a country
comedian, who has appeared over 100 times on The Grand Ole Opry.
You can visit T. Bubba's website, here.
After dinner, there was a lively music show, featuring an Elvis
impersonator. "Elvis" and his group performed over an hour's worth of
the king's old hits. After a break, "Elvis" changed clothes and played
oldies well into the evening.
The Florida JCI Senate put on an outstanding conference, providing a
hospitality room filled with food and drink and a DJ. They arranged
enjoyable side trips and made everyone feel welcome. The hotel was
beautiful and the weather, while outside the control of the Senate, was
nearly perfect. Daytona Beach provided a nice break from the New York
winter.
entertainment both before and after.
Prior to dinner, Senators enjoyed the comedy of "T. Bubba," better
known to Jaycees as former National President J. Terryl Bechtol.
Long-known as an inspirational speaker, Bechtol is now a country
comedian, who has appeared over 100 times on The Grand Ole Opry.
You can visit T. Bubba's website, here.
After dinner, there was a lively music show, featuring an Elvis
impersonator. "Elvis" and his group performed over an hour's worth of
the king's old hits. After a break, "Elvis" changed clothes and played
oldies well into the evening.
The Florida JCI Senate put on an outstanding conference, providing a
hospitality room filled with food and drink and a DJ. They arranged
enjoyable side trips and made everyone feel welcome. The hotel was
beautiful and the weather, while outside the control of the Senate, was
nearly perfect. Daytona Beach provided a nice break from the New York
winter.
NYS Senators Meet in Poughkeepsie
New York Senators met on January 13 at the Best Western Hotel and Conference Center in Poughkeepsie, in
conjunction with the year-end convention of the New York State Jaycees. Several Senators from southeastern
New York came out for the meeting, joined by some who traveled further. Senators helped out with competition
judging and other tasks in support of the Jaycees and enjoyed a weekend of hospitality.
The highlight of the weekend was the welcoming of a new Senator to the New York State JCI Senate family.
Tom Stanton, of the Johnson City Jaycees, was awarded the Lt. John Shaffer Memorial Senatorship, regarded
as the highest honor a New York State Jaycee can receive. Tom is nearing the end of a long and distinguished
Jaycee career, which has included many offices in his local and state organizations, including state vice
president.
New York Senators met on January 13 at the Best Western Hotel and Conference Center in Poughkeepsie, in
conjunction with the year-end convention of the New York State Jaycees. Several Senators from southeastern
New York came out for the meeting, joined by some who traveled further. Senators helped out with competition
judging and other tasks in support of the Jaycees and enjoyed a weekend of hospitality.
The highlight of the weekend was the welcoming of a new Senator to the New York State JCI Senate family.
Tom Stanton, of the Johnson City Jaycees, was awarded the Lt. John Shaffer Memorial Senatorship, regarded
as the highest honor a New York State Jaycee can receive. Tom is nearing the end of a long and distinguished
Jaycee career, which has included many offices in his local and state organizations, including state vice
president.
Memorial Awards were presented at the year-end convention of the New York State Jaycees, held Jan.
13-15 in Poughkeepsie. Stephanie Kingsley, of the Greater Saratoga Springs Jaycees, was presented
the Ken Tarler Memorial Governorship. Tom Stanton, of the Johnson City Jaycees, was presented the Lt.
John Shaffer Memorial Senatorship. Kim Cairns, of the Syracuse Jaycees, was presented the Frank
Castellano Ambassadorship. The awards were a highlight of the convention banquet, which also saw the
installation of officers of the Jaycees.
13-15 in Poughkeepsie. Stephanie Kingsley, of the Greater Saratoga Springs Jaycees, was presented
the Ken Tarler Memorial Governorship. Tom Stanton, of the Johnson City Jaycees, was presented the Lt.
John Shaffer Memorial Senatorship. Kim Cairns, of the Syracuse Jaycees, was presented the Frank
Castellano Ambassadorship. The awards were a highlight of the convention banquet, which also saw the
installation of officers of the Jaycees.
Senate President Bob Cairns, wearing his kilt, emceed the banquet and taught an impromptu course in
"How to Accept an Award" at the Jaycees' year-end convention in Poughkeepsie. Jaycee officers,
including outgoing President Suzanne Delaney at right, enjoyed the presentation.
"How to Accept an Award" at the Jaycees' year-end convention in Poughkeepsie. Jaycee officers,
including outgoing President Suzanne Delaney at right, enjoyed the presentation.
October Senate Meeting, Binghamton
The New York State JCI Senate met on Friday, Oct.14 at the Sai Bless Inn in Binghamton.
Special guests at the meeting were U.S. JCI Senate Vice President George Fields #46096 and
his wife, Sue #57553, from Pennsylvania. George presented President Bob Cairns, First Lady
Kim and the New York team with some nice gifts.
George volunteered his time to help the Jaycees with competition judging,and even took the time
to sit through the Jaycees' board meeting and elections. George and Sue also had a good time
at the Saturday night Halloween party.
At the Senate business meeting, Senators authorized a donation to the New York State Jaycees
Foundation in recognition of the foundation's help with the national Senate meeting, hosted by
New York in Grand Island in June. Senators also authorized ordering new shirts for our
organization. Complete minutes of the meeting can be found on the Documents page.
Those in attendance included: Robert Cairns #59815, Darryl Jones #26113, Terri Rozelle
#63913, Jim Sutton #20204, Michael Vanuga #18210, Doug White #32834, John Checchia
#41459, Carl Ciccarelli #55987, Chris Nunn #60786, Chris Snyder #62737, Myron Phillips #6313,
George Fields, #46096, Ron McMahon #29157, Eric Kirch #59869, Kim Cairns #62807, Lloyd
Friedah #25057, Ron Napierkowski #32469, Dena Curran #63915, Perk Newell #60785,
Roxanne Astry #57298, Jamie P Curran #64567, Sue Fields #57553, Bill Bates #40296 & Pat
Phillips, guest.
The New York State JCI Senate met on Friday, Oct.14 at the Sai Bless Inn in Binghamton.
Special guests at the meeting were U.S. JCI Senate Vice President George Fields #46096 and
his wife, Sue #57553, from Pennsylvania. George presented President Bob Cairns, First Lady
Kim and the New York team with some nice gifts.
George volunteered his time to help the Jaycees with competition judging,and even took the time
to sit through the Jaycees' board meeting and elections. George and Sue also had a good time
at the Saturday night Halloween party.
At the Senate business meeting, Senators authorized a donation to the New York State Jaycees
Foundation in recognition of the foundation's help with the national Senate meeting, hosted by
New York in Grand Island in June. Senators also authorized ordering new shirts for our
organization. Complete minutes of the meeting can be found on the Documents page.
Those in attendance included: Robert Cairns #59815, Darryl Jones #26113, Terri Rozelle
#63913, Jim Sutton #20204, Michael Vanuga #18210, Doug White #32834, John Checchia
#41459, Carl Ciccarelli #55987, Chris Nunn #60786, Chris Snyder #62737, Myron Phillips #6313,
George Fields, #46096, Ron McMahon #29157, Eric Kirch #59869, Kim Cairns #62807, Lloyd
Friedah #25057, Ron Napierkowski #32469, Dena Curran #63915, Perk Newell #60785,
Roxanne Astry #57298, Jamie P Curran #64567, Sue Fields #57553, Bill Bates #40296 & Pat
Phillips, guest.
New York Senators in Boston for
U.S. JCI Senate Fall Board Meeting
BRAINTREE, MASS. – A delegation of New York Senators made the trip to the greater Boston
area, Sept. 15 – 18 for the fall meeting of the United States JCI Senate.
Those in attendance included President Bob Cairns #59815, First Lady Kim Cairns #62807,
Treasurer Darryl Jones #26113, Orator Editor Roxanne Astry #57298, Scholarship Chairman
Chris Nunn #60786, Senators Karen Cave #52869, Perk Newell #60785, Ray Franchell #03173,
Jack Rinaldi #35170, Mark Oppenheim #23692 , and guests Loretta Oppenheim and Anne
Longo.
U.S. JCI Senate Fall Board Meeting
BRAINTREE, MASS. – A delegation of New York Senators made the trip to the greater Boston
area, Sept. 15 – 18 for the fall meeting of the United States JCI Senate.
Those in attendance included President Bob Cairns #59815, First Lady Kim Cairns #62807,
Treasurer Darryl Jones #26113, Orator Editor Roxanne Astry #57298, Scholarship Chairman
Chris Nunn #60786, Senators Karen Cave #52869, Perk Newell #60785, Ray Franchell #03173,
Jack Rinaldi #35170, Mark Oppenheim #23692 , and guests Loretta Oppenheim and Anne
Longo.
| Senators Karen Cave, Rox Astry and Perk Newell visited Cheers. |
New York's Senate delegates attended the
annual board meeting and a luncheon that
featured a speech by Margie Brownfield
Swett, daughter of C.William Brownfield, who
authored The Jaycee Creed. Ms. Swett gave
the gathered Senators a glimpse of the
personal side of her father, a Jaycee legend.
At the board meeting, Senators were treated
to previews of the winter board meeting in
Daytona Beach, Florida and the 34th Annual
Convention, to be held in St. Charles
Missouri. Information about those meetings is
available on our Calendar page.
annual board meeting and a luncheon that
featured a speech by Margie Brownfield
Swett, daughter of C.William Brownfield, who
authored The Jaycee Creed. Ms. Swett gave
the gathered Senators a glimpse of the
personal side of her father, a Jaycee legend.
At the board meeting, Senators were treated
to previews of the winter board meeting in
Daytona Beach, Florida and the 34th Annual
Convention, to be held in St. Charles
Missouri. Information about those meetings is
available on our Calendar page.
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free to post all sorts of messages and interact with fellow Senators and Jaycees. Use the
"Forums" button at left to access the message boards. You can also access the forums by
clicking here. We hope you find the forums useful and enjoyable.
New President and Board of Directors Elected
The New York State JCI Senate met on April
15, 2005 in Middletown, NY, electing a new
President and Board of Directors.
Robert Cairns #59815 was elected as the
42nd President, succeeding 41st President
Ron McMahon #29157. Cairns was a
member of the Walton Jaycees from 1988-
2002 and the Greater Chenango Jaycees
from 2000-2003. He was the 70th President
of the NYS Jaycees, serving in 2000.
He received the Lt. John Shaffer Memorial
Senatorship in 1999 and has served the NYS
JCI Senate as Parliamentarian and Vice
President. The new president and board will
officially take office on July 1, 2005.
15, 2005 in Middletown, NY, electing a new
President and Board of Directors.
Robert Cairns #59815 was elected as the
42nd President, succeeding 41st President
Ron McMahon #29157. Cairns was a
member of the Walton Jaycees from 1988-
2002 and the Greater Chenango Jaycees
from 2000-2003. He was the 70th President
of the NYS Jaycees, serving in 2000.
He received the Lt. John Shaffer Memorial
Senatorship in 1999 and has served the NYS
JCI Senate as Parliamentarian and Vice
President. The new president and board will
officially take office on July 1, 2005.
President-elect Bob Cairns, #59815 (left)
takes the oath of office from President
Ron McMahon, #29157.
takes the oath of office from President
Ron McMahon, #29157.
Senator Kimberly Cairns, #62807 will be our organization's First Lady during 2005-2006.
Also elected to the board of directors were: Terri Rozelle, #63913, Region West Vice
President; William Bates, #40296, Region Central Vice President and Jeff Nuzzaco, #54192,
Region East Vice President. As immediate past president, Ron McMahon, #29157 will serve
as Chairman of the Board. The offices of Region South Vice President and Secretary remain
vacant and will be subject to appointment.
Rounding out the leadership team are: Darryl Jones, #26113, Treasurer; Roxanne Astry,
#57298, Newsletter Editor; Mary Alice Doyle, #48137, Chaplain; Chris Nunn, #60786,
Foundation Scholarship Program Manager; Ron Napierkowski, #32469, ATM Program
Manager and Chairman of the Stan Malkinski Memorial Golf Tournament and Bob Cairns,
#59815, Webmaster.
Also elected to the board of directors were: Terri Rozelle, #63913, Region West Vice
President; William Bates, #40296, Region Central Vice President and Jeff Nuzzaco, #54192,
Region East Vice President. As immediate past president, Ron McMahon, #29157 will serve
as Chairman of the Board. The offices of Region South Vice President and Secretary remain
vacant and will be subject to appointment.
Rounding out the leadership team are: Darryl Jones, #26113, Treasurer; Roxanne Astry,
#57298, Newsletter Editor; Mary Alice Doyle, #48137, Chaplain; Chris Nunn, #60786,
Foundation Scholarship Program Manager; Ron Napierkowski, #32469, ATM Program
Manager and Chairman of the Stan Malkinski Memorial Golf Tournament and Bob Cairns,
#59815, Webmaster.
Karen Sullivan, of the Greater Chenango Jaycees, accepts the 2005 Lt. John Shaffer
Memorial Senatorship. She is flanked by Trustee Bob Cairns and Chairman Ron
Napierkowski of the New York State Jaycees Foundation.
Memorial Senatorship. She is flanked by Trustee Bob Cairns and Chairman Ron
Napierkowski of the New York State Jaycees Foundation.
Three Senatorships Presented at OYNY Convention
The New York State JCI Senate family grew by three
members on Saturday, April 16, when JCI Senatorships
were presented during the awards banquet at the
Outstanding Young New Yorker Convention of the New
York State Jaycees.
The Lt. John Shaffer Memorial Senatorship, long
regarded as the most prestigious JCI honor in New
York, was presented to Karen Sullivan of the Greater
Chenango Jaycees. Sullivan was recognized both for
leadership in her chapter and for her service of seven
years as the Outstanding Young Farmer Program
Manager. She has also served the state organization
as elections chair and been active in regional Jaycee
activities. She is the first member of her chapter to be
honored with a JCI Senatorship.
members on Saturday, April 16, when JCI Senatorships
were presented during the awards banquet at the
Outstanding Young New Yorker Convention of the New
York State Jaycees.
The Lt. John Shaffer Memorial Senatorship, long
regarded as the most prestigious JCI honor in New
York, was presented to Karen Sullivan of the Greater
Chenango Jaycees. Sullivan was recognized both for
leadership in her chapter and for her service of seven
years as the Outstanding Young Farmer Program
Manager. She has also served the state organization
as elections chair and been active in regional Jaycee
activities. She is the first member of her chapter to be
honored with a JCI Senatorship.
New Senators Christina Corcuera
and Lori Abela, members of the
Philippine-New York Jaycees.
and Lori Abela, members of the
Philippine-New York Jaycees.
A good crowd of current and retired Philippine-New York Jaycees were on hand to honor two of
their own, as they became JCI Senators. Christina Corcuera and Lori Abela were recognized
for service, both to the Philippine-New York Jaycees and sister chapters in the Philippines.
their own, as they became JCI Senators. Christina Corcuera and Lori Abela were recognized
for service, both to the Philippine-New York Jaycees and sister chapters in the Philippines.
Lost Senators - Found!
We're pleased to report that several Senators, previously on our "lost" list, have reported their
whereabouts. Some of them found this website by "Googling" their own names. We're glad to
be in touch with all of them.
Joe Dye, #33987, reports that he is "alive and well and living in Texas," where he moved after
leaving Orchard Park. Joe says, "I like the looks of the website and it’s good to see many old
friends are still active. I also saddened to see the list of friends that have passed away. My
best regards to anyone that still remembers me."
Richard Mestler, #16864, of Orchard Park was never truly lost. He is a regular member of the
First Thursday Club, which meets monthly in the Buffalo area.
Ira (Ike) Conner, #23432, was a charter member of the Wellsville Jaycees. He was chapter
president in 1974, District Director in 1975, Presidential Assistant to New York State Jaycees
President Mike Mendrick in 1976, Regional Director in 1977, State Vice President in 1978 and
was elected as State President in 1979. Ike and his wife, Judy, spend May-October at their
summer home on Keuka Lake and the winters at their home in Canisteo, NY. They will
celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on September 11th, 2005.
Joseph D. Schoen #19074,lives in St. Rose, Louisiana with his wife, Rosemary. Joe tells us
that he was a member of the Auburn Jaycees. He was a local president , District President and
National Director of Division Six. He says that he ran, unsuccessfully, for State President in
early 1970's. He started the first prison chapter in Auburn Correctional Institution. That
chapter, the Logan Jaycees, survives today.
Sylvain Segal #04137, a former president of the Queens Jaycees, lives in Albuquerque, New
Mexico. He says that he is still practicing law and enjoying it as much as he always has.
Debi Hubish Shields #47129 lives in Homosassa, Florida with her husband, Jim. She is
employed by the chamber of commerce there. Debi is a former Horseheads Jaycee and
Johnson City Jaycee. She served in several positions with the New York State Jaycees and was
the first woman to serve as State President when she took office in 1991.
We're pleased to report that several Senators, previously on our "lost" list, have reported their
whereabouts. Some of them found this website by "Googling" their own names. We're glad to
be in touch with all of them.
Joe Dye, #33987, reports that he is "alive and well and living in Texas," where he moved after
leaving Orchard Park. Joe says, "I like the looks of the website and it’s good to see many old
friends are still active. I also saddened to see the list of friends that have passed away. My
best regards to anyone that still remembers me."
Richard Mestler, #16864, of Orchard Park was never truly lost. He is a regular member of the
First Thursday Club, which meets monthly in the Buffalo area.
Ira (Ike) Conner, #23432, was a charter member of the Wellsville Jaycees. He was chapter
president in 1974, District Director in 1975, Presidential Assistant to New York State Jaycees
President Mike Mendrick in 1976, Regional Director in 1977, State Vice President in 1978 and
was elected as State President in 1979. Ike and his wife, Judy, spend May-October at their
summer home on Keuka Lake and the winters at their home in Canisteo, NY. They will
celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on September 11th, 2005.
Joseph D. Schoen #19074,lives in St. Rose, Louisiana with his wife, Rosemary. Joe tells us
that he was a member of the Auburn Jaycees. He was a local president , District President and
National Director of Division Six. He says that he ran, unsuccessfully, for State President in
early 1970's. He started the first prison chapter in Auburn Correctional Institution. That
chapter, the Logan Jaycees, survives today.
Sylvain Segal #04137, a former president of the Queens Jaycees, lives in Albuquerque, New
Mexico. He says that he is still practicing law and enjoying it as much as he always has.
Debi Hubish Shields #47129 lives in Homosassa, Florida with her husband, Jim. She is
employed by the chamber of commerce there. Debi is a former Horseheads Jaycee and
Johnson City Jaycee. She served in several positions with the New York State Jaycees and was
the first woman to serve as State President when she took office in 1991.
2004 Vandermark Senatorship Awarded
It took a while, but last year's Richard Vandermark
Memorial Senatorship was presented on January 15,
2005 at the Year-end convention of the New York
State Jaycees.
Chairman of the Board Roxanne Astry presented the
Senatorship to Tim Graham, a former Batavia Area
Jaycee and Syracuse Jaycee who served the New York
State Jaycees as a Region Director, Executive Director
and Vice President.
The presentation was marked by humorous stories
about Tim's Jaycee career and by his gracious
acceptance of the honor.
Congratulations, Tim!
It took a while, but last year's Richard Vandermark
Memorial Senatorship was presented on January 15,
2005 at the Year-end convention of the New York
State Jaycees.
Chairman of the Board Roxanne Astry presented the
Senatorship to Tim Graham, a former Batavia Area
Jaycee and Syracuse Jaycee who served the New York
State Jaycees as a Region Director, Executive Director
and Vice President.
The presentation was marked by humorous stories
about Tim's Jaycee career and by his gracious
acceptance of the honor.
Congratulations, Tim!
| Senator Tim Graham accepts the Richard Vandermark Memorial Senatorship in Batavia. |
Senators Meet in Batavia
The New York State JCI Senate held its quarterly meeting on January 14 in Batavia. It was great
to see a lot of Western New York Senators, as well as those who traveled from around the state.
The New York State JCI Senate held its quarterly meeting on January 14 in Batavia. It was great
to see a lot of Western New York Senators, as well as those who traveled from around the state.
At left, President Ron McMahon
conducts the meeting, assisted by
Vice President Paula Testrake and
acting Secretary Laura Gaglione.
Below, Terri Rozelle gives her
Return the Favor report.
conducts the meeting, assisted by
Vice President Paula Testrake and
acting Secretary Laura Gaglione.
Below, Terri Rozelle gives her
Return the Favor report.
We discussed the upcoming national Senate convention, heard reports from officers and
conducted Senate business. Those in attendance included Ron McMahon #29157, Chris Nunn
#60786, Bob Cairns #59815, Kim Cairns #62807, Ron Weiler #28613, Sue Weiler (Guest),
Doug White #32834, "Smitty" Smith #05566, George Beckinghausen #23863, Dave Suckow
#18334, Roxanne Astry #57298, Perk Newell #60785, Kirk Downing #09495, Bob Tramp
#25754, Ray Franchell #03173, Rich Peckey #19562, Dennis Gallagher #54217, Rita Gallagher
(Guest), Laura Gaglione #49744, Jim Steinborn #25743, Paula Testrake #58815, Doug
Sandburg #21351, Eric Kirch #59869, Bill Nardone #57351, Ron Napierkowski #32469, Dena
Curran #63915, Bill Dougherty #02924, Terri Rozelle #63913 and Jim Sutton #20204.
conducted Senate business. Those in attendance included Ron McMahon #29157, Chris Nunn
#60786, Bob Cairns #59815, Kim Cairns #62807, Ron Weiler #28613, Sue Weiler (Guest),
Doug White #32834, "Smitty" Smith #05566, George Beckinghausen #23863, Dave Suckow
#18334, Roxanne Astry #57298, Perk Newell #60785, Kirk Downing #09495, Bob Tramp
#25754, Ray Franchell #03173, Rich Peckey #19562, Dennis Gallagher #54217, Rita Gallagher
(Guest), Laura Gaglione #49744, Jim Steinborn #25743, Paula Testrake #58815, Doug
Sandburg #21351, Eric Kirch #59869, Bill Nardone #57351, Ron Napierkowski #32469, Dena
Curran #63915, Bill Dougherty #02924, Terri Rozelle #63913 and Jim Sutton #20204.
Twenty-seven Senators signed in, but President Ron McMahon
counted 34 at the meeting.
We enjoyed our third successive convention hospitality with more
than 30 Senators in attendance. Senators present donated $254 to
offset the cost of refreshments, which was $355. Thank you!
counted 34 at the meeting.
- Man Mile was won by Bob & Kim Cairns from DeLancey (229
miles). - Man Power was won by Kenmore-Tonawanda with 7
Senators present. - Elder Statesman was Bill Dougherty #02924 from Batavia.
- Highest Senate number belonged to Dena Curran #63915.
We enjoyed our third successive convention hospitality with more
than 30 Senators in attendance. Senators present donated $254 to
offset the cost of refreshments, which was $355. Thank you!
Our Elder Statesman Bill
Dougherty with his prize.
Dougherty with his prize.
Senators Gather in Albany
We saw lots of old friends on Oct. 15, 2004 at the fall meeting
of the NYS JCI Senate, held in conjunction with the
Government Affairs Leadership Seminar (GALS) convention
of the New York State Jaycees.
The meeting included approval of presidential appointments,
reports on Senate activities throughout the state and a
discussion of the upcoming National Convention. Minutes of
the meeting are posted on the documents page.
Among the Senators who attended was Bernie Sweeney
#6867, who served as President of the New York State
Jaycees in 1966-67 and President of the NYS JCI Senate in
1970-71. Bernie and his friend, Bunny, traveled from
Massachusetts to be with us for the weekend. Bernie spoke
at the meeting, commenting on the growth of our state Senate
organization and complimenting us on our promotion of the
national convention and the creation of this website. Meeting
Bernie was a pleasure for the younger Senators in attendance.
Those in attendance included:
We saw lots of old friends on Oct. 15, 2004 at the fall meeting
of the NYS JCI Senate, held in conjunction with the
Government Affairs Leadership Seminar (GALS) convention
of the New York State Jaycees.
The meeting included approval of presidential appointments,
reports on Senate activities throughout the state and a
discussion of the upcoming National Convention. Minutes of
the meeting are posted on the documents page.
Among the Senators who attended was Bernie Sweeney
#6867, who served as President of the New York State
Jaycees in 1966-67 and President of the NYS JCI Senate in
1970-71. Bernie and his friend, Bunny, traveled from
Massachusetts to be with us for the weekend. Bernie spoke
at the meeting, commenting on the growth of our state Senate
organization and complimenting us on our promotion of the
national convention and the creation of this website. Meeting
Bernie was a pleasure for the younger Senators in attendance.
Those in attendance included:
| Bernie Sweeney |
Senators Bernie Sweeney #6867, Frank Masten #22067, Gary Davis #26526, Darryl Jones
#26113, Ron McMahon, #29157, Ron Napierkowski #32469, Mary Alice Doyle #33171, Joe
Paulson #37060, Bill Fraley #38411, Bill Bates #40246, Judy Winnert #45470, David Doyle
#48137, Rox Astry #57298, Bob Cairns #59815, Eric Kirch #59869, Perk Newell #60735 and
Chris Snyder #62737. Other Senators, still of Jaycee age, visited during the weekend.
Guests included Pat Paulson, Past President of the NYS Jaycee Women and Congresswoman;
Bunny Wingate; Karen McMahon, Past Vice President of the NYS Jaycee Women and
Congresswoman #00890; Jennie McMahon and Rita Gallagher, Treasurer of the New York State
Jaycees Foundation.
#26113, Ron McMahon, #29157, Ron Napierkowski #32469, Mary Alice Doyle #33171, Joe
Paulson #37060, Bill Fraley #38411, Bill Bates #40246, Judy Winnert #45470, David Doyle
#48137, Rox Astry #57298, Bob Cairns #59815, Eric Kirch #59869, Perk Newell #60735 and
Chris Snyder #62737. Other Senators, still of Jaycee age, visited during the weekend.
Guests included Pat Paulson, Past President of the NYS Jaycee Women and Congresswoman;
Bunny Wingate; Karen McMahon, Past Vice President of the NYS Jaycee Women and
Congresswoman #00890; Jennie McMahon and Rita Gallagher, Treasurer of the New York State
Jaycees Foundation.
Another special guest, with us for the weekend, was
U.S. JCI Senate Vice President Lynn DiPietropolo
#56982 of New Jersey. Lynn missed the business
meeting (stuck in Jersey traffic, she says!) but stayed
for the weekend, speaking with New York Senators
and touring Albany.
NVP Lynn visited the Jaycees' Halloween party and
posed for this picture with President Ron McMahon.
U.S. JCI Senate Vice President Lynn DiPietropolo
#56982 of New Jersey. Lynn missed the business
meeting (stuck in Jersey traffic, she says!) but stayed
for the weekend, speaking with New York Senators
and touring Albany.
NVP Lynn visited the Jaycees' Halloween party and
posed for this picture with President Ron McMahon.
NYS JCI Senate Launches Website
Since you're here, you know that the New York State JCI Senate has moved to our own home
on the World Wide Web. Your Senate executive board made the decision to create this site,
with our own domain name, to establish a stronger presence on the Internet and to allow us to
quickly update information.
We're open to ideas to make this site more useful to members of our Senate family. Please let
us know what you think of the site and what you'd like to see added. Send your comments to
the webmaster at admin@newyorkjcisenate.org.
Since you're here, you know that the New York State JCI Senate has moved to our own home
on the World Wide Web. Your Senate executive board made the decision to create this site,
with our own domain name, to establish a stronger presence on the Internet and to allow us to
quickly update information.
We're open to ideas to make this site more useful to members of our Senate family. Please let
us know what you think of the site and what you'd like to see added. Send your comments to
the webmaster at admin@newyorkjcisenate.org.
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The Massachusetts JCI Senate hosted the event, assisted by their fellow New Englanders from
Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island and Connecticut. The hospitality was
outstanding, with plentiful food and beverages, enjoyable entertainment and friendship with
Senators from across the nation.
Senators also spent time touring Boston, a wonderful, historic city. They enjoyed trolley tours,
historic sites, the New England Aquarium, a whale watch and food and drinks at great
restaurants and taverns.
Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island and Connecticut. The hospitality was
outstanding, with plentiful food and beverages, enjoyable entertainment and friendship with
Senators from across the nation.
Senators also spent time touring Boston, a wonderful, historic city. They enjoyed trolley tours,
historic sites, the New England Aquarium, a whale watch and food and drinks at great
restaurants and taverns.
First Lady Kim Cairns, President Bob, NVP George Fields and his wife,
Sue, at the October NYS JCI Senate meeting in Binghamton.
Sue, at the October NYS JCI Senate meeting in Binghamton.
Senate Meets in Rochester
The New York State JCI Senate met on Friday, Oct. 20, 2006 at the Clarion Hotel in Rochester.
Members present were President Priscilla “Perk” Newell #60785, Karen Cave #52860, Bill Bates
#40296, John Tyo #66381, Glenn Johnson #27000, George Beckinhausen #23864, Guest
Laura Beckinhausen, Roxanne Astry #57298, Darryl Jones #26113, Bob Cairns #59815, Kim
Cairns #62807, Paula Testrake #58815, Guest Ron Testrake, Mark Oppenheim #23692, Dena
Curran # 63915, Jamie Curran # 64567 and Ron Napierkowski #32469.
The 2006-2007 budget was approved and the following appointments were approved:
The New York State JCI Senate met on Friday, Oct. 20, 2006 at the Clarion Hotel in Rochester.
Members present were President Priscilla “Perk” Newell #60785, Karen Cave #52860, Bill Bates
#40296, John Tyo #66381, Glenn Johnson #27000, George Beckinhausen #23864, Guest
Laura Beckinhausen, Roxanne Astry #57298, Darryl Jones #26113, Bob Cairns #59815, Kim
Cairns #62807, Paula Testrake #58815, Guest Ron Testrake, Mark Oppenheim #23692, Dena
Curran # 63915, Jamie Curran # 64567 and Ron Napierkowski #32469.
The 2006-2007 budget was approved and the following appointments were approved:
- Kellie Bermingham, VP West
- Sergio Estrada, VP South
- Myron Phillips, Chaplain
- Eric Kirch, Parliamentarian
- Bill Bates, Return the Favor
- Ron Napierkowski, ATM Program Manager
President
Perk Newell
#60785 (left)
conducts
the Senate
meeting,
aided by
Secretary
Rox Astry
#57298.
Perk Newell
#60785 (left)
conducts
the Senate
meeting,
aided by
Secretary
Rox Astry
#57298.
President Perk Newell
presents past
President Bob Cairns
#59815 with a plaque,
recognizing him as one
of the outstanding state
Senate presidents for
2005-2006. Perk
accepted the award on
Bob's behalf at the U.S.
JCI Senate Convention,
held in St. Charles, MO
in June.
The New York Senate
also received awards
for the nation's best
state Senate website
and for its outstanding
newsletter.
Perk passed on the
awards to Newsletter
Editor Rox Astry and
Webmaster Bob Cairns.
presents past
President Bob Cairns
#59815 with a plaque,
recognizing him as one
of the outstanding state
Senate presidents for
2005-2006. Perk
accepted the award on
Bob's behalf at the U.S.
JCI Senate Convention,
held in St. Charles, MO
in June.
The New York Senate
also received awards
for the nation's best
state Senate website
and for its outstanding
newsletter.
Perk passed on the
awards to Newsletter
Editor Rox Astry and
Webmaster Bob Cairns.
U.S. JCI Senate Vice President
Chris Nunn #60786 presents gifts
to President Perk Newell.
Nunn, a past president of the
New York JCI Senate, was
elected to the office of National
Vice President at the meeting of
the Mid-Atlantic Institute in April
and installed at the national
convention in St. Charles, MO in
June.
Perk and Chris are wearing sailor
hats in keeping with the national
Senate theme, "Set Sail."
Chris Nunn #60786 presents gifts
to President Perk Newell.
Nunn, a past president of the
New York JCI Senate, was
elected to the office of National
Vice President at the meeting of
the Mid-Atlantic Institute in April
and installed at the national
convention in St. Charles, MO in
June.
Perk and Chris are wearing sailor
hats in keeping with the national
Senate theme, "Set Sail."
Senator Mark Oppenheim
#23692, New York's
program manager for the
U.S. JCI Senate Foundation
Scholarship program, put
his best face forward at
the Senate meeting.
#23692, New York's
program manager for the
U.S. JCI Senate Foundation
Scholarship program, put
his best face forward at
the Senate meeting.
Welcome to New York's Newest Senator
Shonda Ranson of the
Rochester Junior Chamber
was honored on Oct. 21 with
senatorship #66819.
The honor was presented by
her chapter, in recognition of
outstanding service to the
Junior Chamber movement,
both in Rochester and as an
officer of the New York State
Jaycees. It was presented at
the Saturday night banquet
at the Government Affairs
Leadership Seminar
convention. One of the
presenters was Rochester
member Rob Witthauer,
pictured here.
Rochester Junior Chamber
was honored on Oct. 21 with
senatorship #66819.
The honor was presented by
her chapter, in recognition of
outstanding service to the
Junior Chamber movement,
both in Rochester and as an
officer of the New York State
Jaycees. It was presented at
the Saturday night banquet
at the Government Affairs
Leadership Seminar
convention. One of the
presenters was Rochester
member Rob Witthauer,
pictured here.
For more information, see the meeting minutes, posted on the Documents page.
NYS Senators Visit Indianapolis
By Roxanne Astry #57298
By Roxanne Astry #57298
The Indiana JCI Senate really knows how to put on a great meeting. The hospitality room was
wonderful and the room was large enough to accommodate everyone with easy access to the
bar.
They hosted the US Jaycees on Friday night with a party. The only problem was that it did not
last long enough. The Jaycees arrived late and the party was just getting underway when the
music stopped and the Jaycees went their way and the Senate went back to their hospitality
room.
The New York Jaycees invited the New York Senate to join them for dinner at the hotel
restaurant to celebrate Scott Kingsley being elected National Vice President. We were very
honored to be asked and it was nice to share this time with them and get to know them better.
They were on a very tight schedule and did not get to relax and enjoy themselves as much as we
did, but I know they were having fun and made every minute count.
Our newest Senator, John Tyo attended the meeting with National Vice President Chris Nunn.
He participated in the First Timers program and got to experience a National Meeting. I hope he
will be joining the rest of Senators from New York who go to the meetings and develop
friendships as we have.
Our next national meeting will be in Mesa Arizona in January. We would love to have more
Senators from New York join us in Sunny Arizona. Wouldn’t it be great to get out of the New
York snow and enjoy sunshine in January?
wonderful and the room was large enough to accommodate everyone with easy access to the
bar.
They hosted the US Jaycees on Friday night with a party. The only problem was that it did not
last long enough. The Jaycees arrived late and the party was just getting underway when the
music stopped and the Jaycees went their way and the Senate went back to their hospitality
room.
The New York Jaycees invited the New York Senate to join them for dinner at the hotel
restaurant to celebrate Scott Kingsley being elected National Vice President. We were very
honored to be asked and it was nice to share this time with them and get to know them better.
They were on a very tight schedule and did not get to relax and enjoy themselves as much as we
did, but I know they were having fun and made every minute count.
Our newest Senator, John Tyo attended the meeting with National Vice President Chris Nunn.
He participated in the First Timers program and got to experience a National Meeting. I hope he
will be joining the rest of Senators from New York who go to the meetings and develop
friendships as we have.
Our next national meeting will be in Mesa Arizona in January. We would love to have more
Senators from New York join us in Sunny Arizona. Wouldn’t it be great to get out of the New
York snow and enjoy sunshine in January?
New York Senators in Indianapolis - Rox Astry, Chris Nunn, John Tyo, Ron Napierkowski,
Perk Newell and Eric Kirch.
Perk Newell and Eric Kirch.
New York Senators Meet in Oneonta
The New York State JCI Senate met in Oneonta on Friday, Jan. 12. Approximately 20 Senators
from across the state attended.
from across the state attended.
President Perk Newell #60785 chairs the Senate meeting in Oneonta.
Senators discussed several items of business, including the U.S. JCI Senate Foundation
Scholarship program, the upcoming state Senate election and preparations for the 2008
Mid-Atlantic Institute meeting. They also enjoyed the bounty of the hospitality room.
Scholarship program, the upcoming state Senate election and preparations for the 2008
Mid-Atlantic Institute meeting. They also enjoyed the bounty of the hospitality room.
A highlight of
the meeting
was the formal
presentation of
a Senatorship
to Karen
Sullivan
#67007.
Karen was a
recipient of the
Lt. John
Shaffer
Memorial
Senatorship.
Karen is a
long-time
Greater
Chenango
Jaycee and an
award-winning
state program
manager.
the meeting
was the formal
presentation of
a Senatorship
to Karen
Sullivan
#67007.
Karen was a
recipient of the
Lt. John
Shaffer
Memorial
Senatorship.
Karen is a
long-time
Greater
Chenango
Jaycee and an
award-winning
state program
manager.
Karen Sullivan #67007 had the high Senate number in the room. Above,
President Perk presents Karen with her prize. Myron Phillips #6313 won
the low number award. The girls from Cassadaga won the man-mile
award, while the guys from Whitestown won the manpower award.
President Perk presents Karen with her prize. Myron Phillips #6313 won
the low number award. The girls from Cassadaga won the man-mile
award, while the guys from Whitestown won the manpower award.
Special guests at the
meeting were outgoing
New York State Jaycee
President Pat Wallen, left,
incoming New York State
Jaycee President Andrea
Ciravolo, right and U.S.
JCI Senate Vice President
Chris Nunn #60786, below.
meeting were outgoing
New York State Jaycee
President Pat Wallen, left,
incoming New York State
Jaycee President Andrea
Ciravolo, right and U.S.
JCI Senate Vice President
Chris Nunn #60786, below.
New York Senators at National Board Meeting
Mesa, Arizona
By Rox Astry #57298
Mesa, Arizona
By Rox Astry #57298
It was great to escape the New York weather and head to Mesa, Arizona where they were
promoting "You never have to shovel sunshine." Not quite true - I think we took our weather with
us. Thursday was low 60s and partial clouds, Friday it rained and was cold and Saturday was
cool and cloudy, but it was fun to get away, anyway.
President Perk Newell and I arrived Wednesday night so we could have 3 days of sight seeing.
Joining us on Thursday were John Tyo, Chris Nunn and Ann Longo. Sandy and Ron Weiler
surprised us with their attendance on Thursday and Friday. They were in Arizona visiting friends
and joined us in the Hospitality Room. It was great to have them with us and share in
camaraderie. Darryl Jones came in Friday from Las Vegas and attended the Saturday morning
meeting with us. Arizona served up western flair hospitality and everyone had a great time.
promoting "You never have to shovel sunshine." Not quite true - I think we took our weather with
us. Thursday was low 60s and partial clouds, Friday it rained and was cold and Saturday was
cool and cloudy, but it was fun to get away, anyway.
President Perk Newell and I arrived Wednesday night so we could have 3 days of sight seeing.
Joining us on Thursday were John Tyo, Chris Nunn and Ann Longo. Sandy and Ron Weiler
surprised us with their attendance on Thursday and Friday. They were in Arizona visiting friends
and joined us in the Hospitality Room. It was great to have them with us and share in
camaraderie. Darryl Jones came in Friday from Las Vegas and attended the Saturday morning
meeting with us. Arizona served up western flair hospitality and everyone had a great time.
Left:
Rox Astry and
President
Perk Newell
take a break
in front of
some
stunning
scenery.
Below:
Perk
contemplates
a stay in jail
and Rox is
already
behind bars.
Rox Astry and
President
Perk Newell
take a break
in front of
some
stunning
scenery.
Below:
Perk
contemplates
a stay in jail
and Rox is
already
behind bars.
Thursday morning Perk and I rented a car with friend Louis Allers from Iowa. He was willing to
chauffer us around because neither one of us wanted to drive. Needless to say, he got a dose
of us New York women and I am sure he is still laughing about it. He was a real trooper, taking
us wherever we wanted to go and shopping with us. Not too many men would be willing to take
two women shopping but he did it and we told him, "And you will like it!". His wife and daughters
ended up with some really nice things. We went to a real "Ghost Town" in Goldfield on
Thursday, then drove to Scottsdale and shopped and went out to dinner. We rented the car for
one day, so before we had to return it on Friday, we got up and drove to the mountains before
returning it.
Friday we went back to Scottsdale and went shopping at the Fifth Avenue Shops courtesy of
vans supplied by Arizona Senate. It was cold and rainy and the JCI Senators were the only ones
shopping that day so they were willing to give us some great deals.
chauffer us around because neither one of us wanted to drive. Needless to say, he got a dose
of us New York women and I am sure he is still laughing about it. He was a real trooper, taking
us wherever we wanted to go and shopping with us. Not too many men would be willing to take
two women shopping but he did it and we told him, "And you will like it!". His wife and daughters
ended up with some really nice things. We went to a real "Ghost Town" in Goldfield on
Thursday, then drove to Scottsdale and shopped and went out to dinner. We rented the car for
one day, so before we had to return it on Friday, we got up and drove to the mountains before
returning it.
Friday we went back to Scottsdale and went shopping at the Fifth Avenue Shops courtesy of
vans supplied by Arizona Senate. It was cold and rainy and the JCI Senators were the only ones
shopping that day so they were willing to give us some great deals.
Above:
Darryl Jones
joins Perk and
Rox in the
hospitality
room.
Right:
Perk keeps an
eye on John
Tyo and Louis
from Iowa.
Darryl Jones
joins Perk and
Rox in the
hospitality
room.
Right:
Perk keeps an
eye on John
Tyo and Louis
from Iowa.
Saturday they had buses for the Casino and Rawhide Western Town. We spent the day at the
Rawhide town and rode a camel, train, hay wagon, saw western shows, and of course shopped.
We ran into Darryl and Della, Chris and Ann and John Tyo, but I think they spent most of the
time at the Casino.
All in all, it was a great time and wished more Senators from New York had joined us. The next
national meeting is the annual convention in Annapolis, Maryland, June 24-29.
More pictures will be posted soon on the gallery page.
Rawhide town and rode a camel, train, hay wagon, saw western shows, and of course shopped.
We ran into Darryl and Della, Chris and Ann and John Tyo, but I think they spent most of the
time at the Casino.
All in all, it was a great time and wished more Senators from New York had joined us. The next
national meeting is the annual convention in Annapolis, Maryland, June 24-29.
More pictures will be posted soon on the gallery page.
New York Senate Welcomes New Members
The New York State JCI Senate grew on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2007 as three Jaycees received
Senatorships at the year-end awards and inauguration banquet of the New York State Jaycees,
held at the Holiday Inn, Oneonta, NY.
Senatorships at the year-end awards and inauguration banquet of the New York State Jaycees,
held at the Holiday Inn, Oneonta, NY.
New York's newest JCI Senators. From left are: Frank Goebel II, #67012, Kim
Stanton (number not yet assigned) and Andrea Ciravolo, #67048.
Stanton (number not yet assigned) and Andrea Ciravolo, #67048.
Frank Goebel II #67012 is a former Colonie Jaycee, nearing retirement as a Saratoga Springs
Jaycee. His Senatorship was presented by past New York State Jaycee Presidents Scott
Kingsley and Bob Cairns #59815, who congratulated him on a decade of service to his chapter,
district, region and state.
Andrea Ciravolo #67048 is a long-time Syracuse Jaycee. She served in several offices,
including three state vice presidencies. On the same night as her Senatorship was presented,
she was sworn in as the 77th President of the New York State Jaycees. Her honor was
presented by past New York State Jaycee President Ed Pattermann #63390.
Kim Stanton is a member of the Johnson City Jaycees. She has served the New York State
Jaycees in several capacities, including vice president, and currently serves as a region director.
Stanton received the Lieutenant John Shaffer Memorial Senatorship, which is regarded as
the highest honor a New York State Jaycee may receive. The Senatorship was presented by
past New York State Jaycee President Ron Napierkowski #32469, chairman of the New York
State Jaycees Foundation.
Jaycee. His Senatorship was presented by past New York State Jaycee Presidents Scott
Kingsley and Bob Cairns #59815, who congratulated him on a decade of service to his chapter,
district, region and state.
Andrea Ciravolo #67048 is a long-time Syracuse Jaycee. She served in several offices,
including three state vice presidencies. On the same night as her Senatorship was presented,
she was sworn in as the 77th President of the New York State Jaycees. Her honor was
presented by past New York State Jaycee President Ed Pattermann #63390.
Kim Stanton is a member of the Johnson City Jaycees. She has served the New York State
Jaycees in several capacities, including vice president, and currently serves as a region director.
Stanton received the Lieutenant John Shaffer Memorial Senatorship, which is regarded as
the highest honor a New York State Jaycee may receive. The Senatorship was presented by
past New York State Jaycee President Ron Napierkowski #32469, chairman of the New York
State Jaycees Foundation.