La Sallista Ako Network the "Green Network"

MEETING MINUTES

Date: March 5, 2011

Where: The Local Place, Torrance, CA

Attendees: Gary Legaspi, Vickie Diaz-Lazaro, Michelle Villa-Abrille, John Mina, Denny Cagampan (with wife, Jenny), Neilo Lazaro, Rippy Santos (new member), and Butch Bautista

Start Time: 2:30 P.M.

Meeting Discussion

1.  Centennial Activities
     -  Centennial Ball
          -  When: Sept. 17, 2011
          -  Venue: TBD
                 -  John Mina and Michelle Villa-Abrille will research on possible venues (food tasting included) and report back in 30 days.
                 -  Some suggestions were: Holiday Inn Burbank, Universal Hilton, Queen Mary, Hilton Glendale, Hilton Pasadena
          -  This is not deemed a fundraising event but could be depending on the cost.
          -  The event is open to family and friends
          -  Michelle Villa-Abrille and John Mina will take care of the program
          -  Entertainment
                 -  DJ
                 -  Singer: Denny's daughter
          -  Wear something GREEN
    
     -  Memorabilia Items
          -  Gary Legaspi reported that he looked into specially made sneakers with the La Salle "star" at the back and the green archer on the side. The artwork will be hand-painted and will cost $180. The meeting attendees thought the price is on the high side.
          -  Another possibility is a La Salle watch. Gary Legaspi will look into this. Note: This suggestion was not discussed in the meeting but after. It has been entered in this section due to its relevance.

     -  Video Streaming in October
          -  Denny Cagampan suggested video streaming as a means to be part of the October centennial celebration in Manila.
          -  We will be able to share with Manila our celebration and at the same time, Manila can share their festivities.
          -  If we go through with this, our celebration will have to start at around 3:00 A.M. to sync up with Manila time.

2.  Centennial Yearbook
     -  Only one person has submitted a photo so far
     -  The write up is OPTIONAL
     -  33 books are needed to break even
     -  It will greatly help our association if each member can solicit one advertiser.
     -  If you are buying a yearbook, which is $50, you might consider buying the 5-line business advertisement for an additional $25 (equals $75). You can use this opportunity to post personal messages or whatever you would like to include since this is your yearbook (a collector's item, if you will).

3.  Meet and Greet
     -  When: March 26, 2011
     -  Where: Ron Mayuyu's residence in Porter Ranch
     -  Time: 4:00 P.M.
     -  Ron will cover the food & others are welcome to bring something but not necessary
     -  Details of the event will be sent out

4.  La Salle Iligan Delegation
     -  When: April/May 2011
     -  Where: TBD
     -  What: La Salle Iligan delegation will be coming to the U.S. for a fundraising event. LSAASC is invited.
     -  Details to follow

5.  Camping
     -  When: late May/early June (not June 11)
     -  Where: TBD -- Gary Legaspi will ask Norman Victoria about Camp Pendleton
     -  Details to be announced

6.  Golf   
     -  When: June 26, 2011
     -  Where: TBD -- Ron Mayuyu and Mon Manalo will have the details. Neilo Lazaro will check Sierra Lakes within this week.
     -  Fil-Am and Golf Cup members are invited to play
     -  Details are needed in order to promote the event

7.  Picnic
     -  When: July 2011
     -  Where: Bolsa Chica Beach, Huntington Beach
     -  Details to be announced

8.  August, 2011
     -  No activity will be scheduled in August to prepare for the Centennial Ball in September

9.  Website
     -  Our website (lasallistaako.com) is looking good
     -  At least one member is signing up every week
     -  There's activity taking place
     -  Posting can be easily done
     -  There is no storage limit. Pictures and videos can be stored on the website without worrying about storage.

10. La Salle Registration with the State of California
     -  Denny Cagampan asked about the status of the registration
     -  Gary Legaspi will ask Kath Zafra

11. Credit Unions
     -  Reminder that two credit unions are available to the La Sallian community:
          -  Western Federal Credit Union: https://www.western.org/home.htm
          -  Calcom Federal Credit Union: http://www.calcomcu.org/home.php

12. Working other La Salle Chapters
     -  LSAASC may be able to avail of other La Salle chapters' merchandise (e.g., jackets, shirts, etc.) being offered to its members.
     -  LSAASC can also sell its merchandise to other chapters
     -  Gary Legaspi is exploring this idea.

13. Co-VP for Social Events
     -  It was announced that John Mina, Co-VP for Social Events, will not be available starting July 2011.
     -  John's responsibilities are being transitioned to Michelle Villa-Abrille.

14. Web Tools for Information Dissemination
     -  MailBlaze and MailChimp are Web tools, which will be used to disseminate information (such as upcoming events, newsletter, announcements, etc.).
     -  Butch Bautista has been testing the tools.

The meeting adjourned at around 4:45 P.M.

Prepared by:
Butch Bautista, Ed.D.
LSGH GS '74, LSGH HS '78, DLSU '89
Secretary - La Salle Alumni Association of Southern California (LSAASC)

Concurred by:
Gary Legaspi
DLSU GS '80, DLSZ HS '84
President - La Salle Alumni Association of Southern California (LSAASC)