By RON BOBIS

The stock market

consistently

brings several

terms to the fore-

front of the

minds of investors: geopolitics,

volatility, asset allocation and

diversification. However, there

is one critical element that many

financial advisors agree should

be considered well before any of

the others - your personal inves-

tor profile.

What does it mean? Certainly,

the meaning can be different for

each investor and, advisors say,

that is exactly the point. Before

any investor can determine his

or her proper strategy - and thus

the proper allocation of assets in

a portfolio - a map, of sorts,

should be created, showing

where that investor would like to

go. If the map is the financial

plan, the key to that map is the

investor profile. Components of

an investor‘s profile include:

Goals: Are you saving for retire-

ment? When would you like to

retire, at age 55, 60, 70? Will

retirement include travel, a sec-

ond home, or recreational ex-

penses? The answers to these

questions help determine what

kind of monthly and annual

income you‘ll need in retirement

and, thus, current investment

strategies. Are there other goals,

such as a child‘s education, new

home, at some point, perhaps

starting a business?

Time Horizon: This is the key

component in reaching your

goals and identifying what to do

with portions of your assets. If

you are 20 years or more away

from your goal, time is an ally

for you. You‘ll likely want to

take advantage of the power of

compounding and the long-term

growth potential of equity invest-

ments. If you‘re closer to your

goal, say 5 or 10 years away,

you‘ll likely want to protect your (Continued on page 4)

DO YOU KNOW THE MEANING OF JUNE 12?

By ANICETO L. JALBUENA

June 12, 1898

marked the

proclamation of

the First Repub-

lic of the Philippines under the

leadership of General Emilio

Aguinaldo in the town of Kawit,

the province of Cavite. It was a

triumphant celebration after the

revolutionary forces under his

command successfully defeated

the Spanish forces in many areas

in the Philippines. For the first

time, the Philippine national flag

was raised accompanied by the

musical composition by Julian

Felipe now known as the Philip-

pine National Anthem or the

Bayan Magiliw. We can take

pride in the fact that we were the

first among southeast Asia coun-

tries to achieve independence.

While the military continued to

pursue more dominance of the

whole country, the government

of General Aguinaldo initiated

the establishment of civil bu-

reaucracy.

The life of the first Republic was

however short-lived as American

forces under Commodore

Dewey defeated the Spanish fleet

in the battle of Manila Bay and

intruded upon the domain of the

First Republic with a proffered

intention of aiding the Filipinos

gain full control of the country.

Initial contact with the American

forces was cordial but hostilities

broke loose when a Filipino sol-

dier was shot by an American

sentry in the vicinity of Manila.

Adding to this incident was the

prohibition by the American

authority for Filipino soldiers to

enter Manila. In no time battles

were fought and due to superior

arms the American forces suc-

ceeded in controlling much of

the islands. Here we can see

(Continued on page 4)

Publication of the Filipino Association of Greater Kansas City Volume 41 Number 5 June 2009

Our address:

9810 West 79th Street

Overland Park KS 66204

Our webpage:

www.filipino-association.org

Tambuli Staff:

Judy Sorio Jeffers—editor, Ron

Bobis, Aniceto Jalbuena, Lucile

Rider, Adela and Michael Tan,

Bong Tumanut

If you are interested in submit-

ting an article or pictures, please

contact Judy Sorio Jeffers

(jjeffers@filipino-association.org)

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

Q&A with Malou Nix 2

Schedule of Events 3

Member Celebrations 3

Seniors Go Out 4

Financials 5

Minutes 6

5k Medical Mission Form 7

UNDERSTAND YOUR PROFILE BEFORE RE-ALLOCATING

http://www.filipino-association.org

Q&A WITH MALOU N IX, PRESIDENT-ELECT 2009

Tambuli Page 2

By HANS VERGARA

Q. Why is the President-Elect

responsible for organizing the

Filipina Fiesta?

A. I think the Association wants to chal-

lenge you to see how well you lead an or-

ganization. If you do a good job and the

Fiesta is successful, that demonstrates you

have the qualities to be a good leader.

Q. What has been the most challenging part

in organizing this year‘s Fiesta?

A. Motivating and organizing the volun-

teers. Everyone has a busy schedule, and it

is difficult to keep interest high and everyone

contributing to the effort.

Q. How will the Fiesta be different than

past years?

A. We are adding traditional games like the

―pabitin‖ (which is the piñata) and palo-palo

which are popular Filipino games. This is

new to the Fiesta Filipina and will also help

to introduce children and guests to other

aspects of our culture.

We are also adding additional foods and

desserts, more programs, line dance instruc-

tion for adults, and more decorations like

the banderitas for a more festive look.

Additionally, we will also show exhibits

and videos showing Filipino culture and

traditions inside the FCC building. By

making these changes, we hope to draw

more interest in our Fiesta this year and

beyond.

Q. We are almost halfway through this

year: What do you hope to accomplish

during the second half of the year in

preparation for your 2010 Presidency?

A. As I work with the other Officers and

Active Members, I will create better rela-

tionships and friendships that will help to

keep communication open and ideas

flowing. The challenges of the Fiesta will

help me better understand all the duties

the President is responsible for perform-

ing.

Q. What other interests outside of the Asso-

ciation keep you busy these days?

A. Working with my son and helping to

coordinate his extra-curricular activities. As

we head into the summer vacation, keeping

up with my family will make me very busy.

Q. What travel destination would you like

to visit and why?

A. I would like to go back to Europe, espe-

cially in Paris to buy more purses!

Calling on all Debutantes!

The association is holding its Annual September Affair on Septem-ber 5 at Hyatt to showcase debutantes.

Anyone who has a Filipino friend or relatives wanting to join the Ball please contact Adela Tan at 816-418-7449 or atan@kcmsd.net, or Sonia Tumanut 816-436-8722 or Sonia_tumanut@swbell.net for more information.

Hyatt blocked 20 Rooms for Sept 5-6 at $119 Single/Double Occu-pancy. The Reservation Cut-off Date is August 14, 2009 for the Rate of $119. After the cut-off date, they will not guarantee that same rate. Hyatt Room Reservation http://crowncenter.hyatt.com/groupbooking/mkcrkphil2009. Debutantes’ Dance Practices is held every Sunday at 7PM .

Marc and Edward Tumanut with Filipino-American

comedian Jo Koy after his performance at the Kansas

mailto:atan@kcmsd.netmailto:Sonia_tumanut@swbell.nethttp://crowncenter.hyatt.com/groupbooking/mkcrkphil2009

M EMBER JUNE CELEBRATIONS

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS June 13 & 14, Fiesta Filipina,

Noon - 8:00 PM. Come enjoy

Filipino food, music, dancing

and games. Admission: Only

$2.00

June 20, Ballroom Dancing Les-

sons, 7:00 PM. Cost is $8 per

person. Hosted by the Ways &

Means Committee.

June 30, World Outreach Founda-

tion Golf Classic, Loch Lloyd

Country Club. Funds raised

from the tournament will

allow us to build a Mobile

Dental Unit.

July 4, 4th of July Picnic @ Noon.

Potluck event

July 25, Medical Mission 5K

Walk/Run, the Shawnee

Mission Theater in the Park.

See the details on page 7 of

this Tambuli

August 15, Health Fair, details to

follow

August 21-23, Ethnic Enrichment

Festival @ Swope Park

September 5, September Affair.

Hyatt Regency Crown Center

STANDING

EVENTS Fridays @ 7:30 PM, Sampaguita

Choir Rehearsals, Fun music

rehearsals preceded by potluck

dinner. All are welcome!

Sundays @ 1 PM, Filipinettes

Dance Rehearsals, Come

watch our young ones as they

learn their folk dances!

Sundays @ 3 PM, Sinag-Tala

Dance Rehearsals,

Watch/join these weekly

dance rehear-sals; learn a

Filipino folk dance or two!

First Friday of each month@ 7:30

PM, Association’s General

Meeting, These monthly

business meetings are pre-

ceded by a potluck dinner.

Second Saturday of each month @

11 AM, Seniors Monthly

Meeting, These monthly

business meetings are pre-

ceded by a potluck lunch.

B IRTHDAYS

Helen Austria R.N. — June 1

Ruben Bunag—June 3

Jose Bautista Esq.—June 5

Jun Puno Jr.—June 7

Wendell Doronio M.D—June 8

John Bristow—June 10

David Jeffers—June 10

Angelico Agustin—June 11

Monchit Navarro—June 11

Venir Rivera R.N.—June 16

Cory Sorio R.N.—June 16

Joe Flor—June 18

Mayie Vilkins R.N.—June 18

Mirla de los Santos—June 21

Norma McCloud—June 21

Paul de los Santos—June 22

Michael Abraham—June 23

Albert Abraham—June 24

Abby Nguyen—June 24

Elvira Berry R.D.—June 27

Beth Rosas R.N.—June 28

ANNIVERSARIES Pete and Mayie Vilkins—June 2

Lee and FloserpinaTabiendo — June 15

Mark and Cindy Crain—June 16

Nonong and Lillian Pardo —June 20

Mac and Nora Juan—June 20

Tony and Luchi Racela—June 21

Bong and Sonia Tumanut June 23

John and Cora Bristow—June 28

Frank and Peachy Reyes—June 30

Tambuli Page 3

2009 PAID MEMBERSHIPS

(RECEIVED APRIL 28 —

MAY 29)

Avelino and Linda Baguyos

Marilu Balista

Ruben and Pros Bunag

Angel and Lily Casillan

Bob and Mila Christmas

Wendell and Lita Doronio

John Fread

Steve and Henna Fuller

Joel and Ronda Gaela

Walter and Lea Giesbrecht

Jerry and Rosario Hicks

Dave Hopkins

Belino and Bing Iway

Roger and Tessie Javillonar

Rose and Jim Kinyon

Zennie and Bill Kuhlmann

Eloisa and Cindy Kulphongpatana

Tess and Joe Laoruangroch

Winifredo and Linda Lisondra

Luisa Lotuaco and George Shepard

Neo and Letty Rabang

Frank Reyes

Jun and Venir Rivera

Ernie and Beth Rosas

Cecilia Samonte and An-thony Shiu

Isabel and Steven Simmons

Frank and Hilary Sorio

Rey and Mila Tiojanco

Brenda Wyatt

Volume 41, Issue 4 Page 4

assets in more conservative vehicles.

Risk tolerance: While goals and time horizon

can help shape this component, it also is af-

fected simply by personal preference or out-

look. Are you more conservative, preferring

to protect existing assets and willing to accept

slower growth? Are you more aggressive,

willing to take some risk on certain equities,

in return for potentially larger or more rapid

growth? This, of course, is impacted by your

time horizon, for as you get closer to a goal,

you‘ll probably need to become more conser-

vative in an effort to protect your assets.

If you‘re not sure of your personal profile, or

of your long-term financial goals, talk to your

financial advisor. It can be the first step on

the road to your financial future.

This article is provided by Ronnel Bobis and is meant to be general in nature and should not be construed as investment or financial advice related to your personal situation. Please consult your financial advisors prior to making financial decisions. Ronnel Bobis is a Financial Advisor with Waddell & Reed and can be reached at 913.491.9202 x119 or rbobis@wradvisors.com. Waddell & Reed, Inc. Member SIPC

(Continued from page 1)

RE-ALLOCATION

JUNE 12

how hard it was for the nation to win and

lost. freedom. Many more trials will be en-

dured by the nation in the future.

When the Second World War broke out on

December 8, 1941, the Filipino-American

forces were roundly defeated by the Japanese

forces. As a propaganda ploy, the Japanese

authority promised independence for the

Filipinos. On September 25, 1943 the Na-

tional Assembly elected Jose P. Laurel Presi-

dent of the Republic (the Second Republic)

and on October 14 of the same year declared

the Japanese -sponsored Republic. Again

this Second Republic was also short-lived as

the war ended on September 2. 1945 when

Japan surrendered to the Allies.

The Third Republic

was inaugurated on

July 4, 1946 under

the auspices of the

Americans. The

independence proc-

lamation was an-

nounced to the whole world by U. S. Presi-

dent Harry S. Truman. Manuel A. Roxas

was inaugurated the First President of the

Third Republic. During the tenure of office

of the late President Diosdado Macapagal, he

issued a proclamation changing the date of

the Independence Day celebration to the

original date of June 12th.

References:

Agoncillo, Teodoro A.

History of the Filipino

People.1990. Eight Edi-

tion Garotech Publish-

ing

Zulueta, Francisco M.

and Nebres, Abriel M.

Phlippine History and

Government Through the Years. 2003. Na-

tional Book Store.

(Continued from page 1)

SENIOR COUNCIL GOES OUT

By LUCILA RIDER

The parent‘s night was a success with the beautiful weather and many attendees. Ping

Bayani and the Sampaguita Choir sang beau-tiful songs dedicated for the parents. A friend

of the Labayan who was from out of town and bought many raffle tickets won the TV

that was raffled. The Senior Council Presi-

dent Lucila Rider catered the food. Angie Chico-Agustin gave red roses to each of the

mother since Mother's Day was the next day.

The first Senior Council Outing was to the

Rick West Show! This was done locally in the city of Independence Missouri. There

were 11 senior members and one youngster

Kathleen Mamuric who went. The first item on the agenda was to eat at the Chinese Buf-

fet (oh yummm).

After dinner, and

every one‘s tummy was stuffed (bundat),

the group caravanned to Noland Road and

went to Rick West theatre. The place

was our local Bran-

son style of musical show. The star of the

show happened to have laryngitis that

evening and only sang two songs, but

the band was great

with Rick playing the guitar. They sang

some oldies, rock and roll and of course country songs. Everyone enjoyed the show

and planning to go back to hear Mr. Rick West when he is a lot better.

Next Outing… to Eureka Springs to see the

Passion Play… everyone is invited to join

us and have some fun.

Tambuli Page 5

SENIOR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES – MAY 2, 2009

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FILIPINO ASSOCIATION OF GREATER KANSAS CITY Prepared by:

CONDENSED STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS Hans Vergara

For the Month Ended April 30, 2009 Treasurer 2009

GENERAL

FUND SENIORS FUND CHOIR SINAG-TALA MONTH YEAR

CASH PER BOOKS 12/31/08 15,348.65 8,289.50 3,941.22 4,825.76 14,724.01 47,129.14

CASH PER BOOKS 03/31/09 11,691.43 8,871.70 696.50 5,329.64 14,724.01 41,313.28

ADD RECEIPTS:

Operating:

Membership Dues 820.00 820.00 3,020.00

Ways & Means 230.00 230.00 4,012.36

Senior Council 750.00 750.00 1,219.00

Sinag-Tala 50.00 50.00 50.00

Sampaguita Choir - 600.00

Miscellaneous 305.00 0.16 305.16 305.60

Special Project:

September Affair 2,500.00 2,500.00 2,500.00

Building Usage Fee 2,440.00 2,440.00 3,440.00

Building Donations - 450.00

Total Receipts 1,355.00 750.00 4,940.00 0.16 50.00 7,095.16 15,596.96

LESS DISBURSEMENTS:

Operating Expenses (1,986.22) (42.84) (200.00) (2,229.06) (10,367.92)

Special Project Expenses:

September Affair - (3,750.00)

Building Usage Refund (70.00) (70.00) (70.00)

Building Maintenance (433.34) (433.34) (1,362.14)

FCC Consultant - (1,500.00)

Total Disbursements (1,986.22) - (546.18) (200.00) - (2,732.40) (17,050.06)

CASH PER BOOKS 04/30/09 11,060.21 9,621.70 5,090.32 5,129.80 14,774.01 45,676.04 45,676.04

Add Other Investments 659.97 1,606.03 16,355.90 - - 18,621.90 18,621.90 CASH PER BANK TOTAL 4/30/09 11,720.18 11,227.73 21,446.22 5,129.80 14,774.01 64,297.94 64,297.94

BUILDING CULTURAL ARTS FUNDS TOTAL

Attendance: Erlinda & Magno Gabales, Nita

& Ric Labayen, Tacing & Cito Jalbuena, Elvira Berry, Ping Bayani, Fely Francisco.

Lucila Rider and Ding Yniguez

Recorded by: DING YNIGUEZ

Senior Council VP and Recording Secretary

The meeting was called to order by President Lucila Rider at 10:45 a.m.

A. The minutes of the April 11, 2009 meeting was approved.

B. In the absence of the Treasurer, Lita Hi-pona, the President reported that the Cash

Balance of the Senior Council Funds as of

April 30, 2009 is $9621.70.

C. Some aspects of the Parents‘ Night event

were discussed:

The ‗almost final‘ version of the Souvenir

Program was passed around for viewing by the attendees. It was agreed that a sufficient

number of copies be printed to provide a copy per household attending Parents‘ Night.

The dinner menu will include lechon,

chicken adobo, chop suey with shrimp and pork, palabok and tilapia sarciado. The atten-

dees expressed that the menu is worth much

more than the $10.00 target but the

President who will prepare the food thought that she can do for that

amount.

D. Calendar Project. Three more

months were reserved as follows: March – Nurses Assoc., April – Medi-

cal Assoc. and July – Cultural Foun-

dation. Fely Francisco was asked to continue soliciting sponsors for the remaining

months for Birthdays/Anniversaries/Memorials.

E. Senior Trip. The President reported that if 12 or more members attend the Rick West

show the discounted cost is $10.50 per per-

son. It was suggested that a notice be passed during Parents‘ Night for those interested to

sign up.

F. Gift Baskets. Elvis Berry presented two

more new basket arrangements to be auc-

tioned ( Chinese style ) on Parents‘ Night. Everyone agreed that the articles be sold

separately at the following prices: Cosmetic bag - $5.00, Candle - $5.00. Scarf - $7.99 and

Travel set - $7.99

The meeting was adjourned at 11:20 a.m.

Bong Tumanut – presiding

Irma Labre – recorder

Attendance: Bong and Sonia Tumanut, Irma Labre, Ernie and Beth Rosas, Ping Bayani, Paul and Mirla de los Santos, Fili Francisco, Hans Vergara, Leila Busch, Lisa Hopkins, Michael and Adela Tan, Edward Tumanut, Franklin Archer, Neofito Rabang, Glen Fernandez, Malou Nix and Lucila Rider, Cito Jalbuena

Guest: Prosper John Kullaya

Meeting was called to order at 7:42 pm. Meeting agenda was motioned, seconded and approved.

Prosper John Kullaya, Ping‘s guest from Tanzania, attended the meeting to ask the Association for some help: donation in kind, storage for donations, monetary help to ship the goods to Tanzania. Lucilla suggested to check also with TMC and Zonta who have AID projects and might be able to help him.

April 3, 2009 meeting minutes was motioned, seconded and approved.

President‘s Report – Bong Tumanut

Bong‘s report was distributed at the meeting. He reported what the Association has done in a month‘s time. He thanked all the committees for all their hard work. There was a tremendous amount of volunteer time and efforts rendered.

Treasurer‘s Report – Hans Vergara

Statements of receipts and disbursements was distributed during the meeting.

Period ending April 30 Cash 3/31/09 = $41,313

Total receipts = $7,095

Total disbursements = ($2,732)

Cash 4/40/09 = $45,676

Fund notes:

General fund = $11,060

Building fund = $14,712

Cultural Arts fund = $19,904

Proporsal for a quarterly audit by the auditor. Includes: Review of receipts and disbursements with bank statements; bank recon-ciliations with bank statements; review of cash deposits; and review of other investments with financial report.

Discussion: Paul de los Santos reminded that the quarterly audit does not have to be entered in the bylaws; but should be included in the policies and procedures. Suggestion is for the by laws chair(Amy Mesina), the auditor (Mirla delos Santos), and the treasurer (Hans) to meet and decide on this proposal.

Report moved, seconded and approved.

Board of Director‘s Report: Manuel Pardo - No report.

Executive Committees Report:

Public Relations Report: Edward Tumanut

He wants to do a better job in publicizing the event and coordi-nating with the various committees. He is planning to do an schedule email blast.

Clarification on the 2 group email addresses being used.

KCFilipino@yahoogroups.com – for broadcast only - only a limited number of people who have administrative privileges can send messages. It contains email addresses of both current-, former- and non-members of the FAGKC.

fagkc@yahoogroups.com – any member can send messages. It contains only CURRENT members

Auditor Report: Mirla de los Santos

Mirla is planning to do an inventory of Association‘s properties and assets – including items in FCC kitchen, Sinag-Tala props and costumes. Target date – July this year. Auditor is in charge of this project.

Discussion: Adela emphasized the importance of proper storage. Will also need to write policies and procedures on the use of these items. Ping asked at what point things left in FCC become donations to the Association . No answer.

Auditor reminded everybody that her duty is not just financial audits but also other aspects in the operation of the Association, such as not following bylaws.

Tambuli Report: Bong Tumanut for Judy Sorio

April Tambuli was distributed.

Discussion: Mirla pointed out timing issue in it‘s distribution – 15th of month deadline of submission of articles.

Meeting minutes unreadable due to small prints. Suggestion was to email copies of the Tambuli earlier in order to read the min-utes .

Irma suggested that the minutes of the meeting can be sent by the 15th of the month by email to the group, separate from the Tambuli. Bong agreed to try doing that.

Sinag-Tala Report: Lillian Pardo

Lillian sent report by email and distributed copies of the report in the meeting.

Sampaguita Choir Report: Ping Bayani

Reminder of breakfast tomorrow at FCC. $6 members $6.50 for non members. The list of paid members is in the April Tambuli issue.

Director of Filipino Cultural Center Report: Ping Bayani

Detailed report distributed during the meeting

Rentals Schedules: May 10, May 23, May 30, June 21, June 27, 6 more inquiries pending

FAGKC and FCC ACTIVITIES at the FCC for this month and next month was also reported.

EXPANSION PROJECT : Jun Puno and Edward Tumanut are working together re: re-drafting of floor plan. No updates on contractors/design-builders.

GRANTS : Kansas Arts Commission Operational Support Grant Request RESUBMITTED after complying with additional requirements. Also looking at other grants open for applications. Grant guidelines and application materials are available on the Kansas Arts Commission website.

MM5K: Draft of updated materials sent to Beth Rosas and FCCF Board Members

WISH-LIST/RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE FCC: Short term/Immediate and long range the same as last minutes. Locks on two storage cubes is completed. Thanks to Joel Gaela..

OLD BUSINESS: 1. Replacement of electric stove from proceeds from First Regional Food Fare 2008 to be implemented.

2. Second Filipino Food Fare: Scheduled for November 7, 2009: Details to follow

NEW BUSINESS 1. Computer/Email/FA-GKC Website Classes moved to July to be included in the KanArts Grant

Standing Committee Chair Reports:

Hospitality: Cito Jalbuena

Get well card and sympathy cards were sent to members. Received a thank you note from Diane Penaloza.

Visited long time friend of the association in hospital and also a long time member

Brother of Tony Aquino passed away – visitation information was announced.

Sonia shared the information that Anita Baysa is currently at the SNF Liberty Terrace for rehabilitation.

Membership: Neo Rabang for Bernadette

Neo reported that for April there are 19 membership. Total = 92 members

As membership drive, 350 membership form was sent out to Filipinos in the area. Thank you cards are being sent to those who paid membership

A draft of the proposed association brochure was passed around for comments and suggestions.

The fund raising plan – photo sessions with Olan Mills was cancelled due to lack of responses.

Nominations: No report

Social Affairs: No report

Ways and Means: Lisa Hopkins

Ballroom dance lessons with Romeo Bagunu – not many people attended the last one because of the speedway commitment. The plan is to do this every 3rd Saturday of the month.

Garage sale being planned for September. Asking for donations. Call Lisa or Joel.

Michael Tan reported on the speedway event. He was over-whelmed by the number of volunteers - 31 and 33 volunteers, each day. Even though the sales was down due to the weather, they had $29,000 gross sales. Next one will be in October. They thanked Paul and Mirla for their continued role as their advisers.

Scholarship: No Report

Community Outreach: Beth Rosas

Beth is planning to do BP checks tomorrow at FCC during the breakfast.

Finance: No report

Filipino Youth Organization: No Report

By Laws Committee: No Report

Senior Council: Lucila Rider

Everyone is invited to the parent‘s night. $25 per person. Ping has the sample of the souvenir program which will only be given

to those who placed an AD. Tribal costume (optional).

Special Committee Reports:

Filipino Cultural Center Foundation: Beth Rosas

May 21 next meeting. Planning is underway for 5K walk. Still looking for sponsorship. Participants may register at www.active.com

September Affair: Sonia Tumanut

Will be held on Sept 5 at the Hyatt. Cost =$75. Invitations will be sent out soon.

Debutante‘s Ball: Adela Tan

Next meeting – may 16 at Grand Café at the plaza

9 confirmed debutantes but she is still waiting for their written confirmation.

Dance practice to start this Sunday with Romeo Bagunu. Sonia had called all the debutantes to remind them of the practice.

Fiesta Filipina: Malou Nix

Malou reported her plans for the entertainment: Sinag-Tala; hula dancers; Nepalese dancers, Conde boys; line dancing by the Seniors. Including the games.

Plan is to sell San Miguel beer if city approval is obtained.

There will be raffle tickets for sale for $5.00 for "Balikbayan Box Free Delivery Anywhere in the Philippines"

Tickets and flyers will be sent out soon – designed by Ed Tu-manut.

Food preparation underway. Next BBQ session will be an-nounced by email. She thanked all those who helped last Thurs-day and Friday‘s preparation. They were able to do >1000 lbs of BBQ meat.

More volunteers are needed for: food sales and cook, hospitality, moonwalk watcher, emcee, and help in setting up and cleaning up after the events.

Ethnic Enrichment Commission: Manuel Pardo

Emailed report was distributed in the meeting. Not discussed.

Marietta Tungol will be out of town - looking for someone who can help Dr. Pardo. Will probably need to divvy up the work, unless someone volunteers to be the lead.

Buildings: Neo Rabang

Rain is delaying his work around the FCC. He wants to check the riding mower if repairable. This will make his mowing easier.

Neo presented a $200 from an anonymous donor donated to the FAGKC during the speedway event. He turned it over to Hans.

Old Business: None discussed.

New Business:

Bong reported that someone called him to let him know that she has an antique collection of Cordillera baskets that she wants to know if the Association has interest in those.

End of reports and discussions. Meeting adjourned at 9:19 pm.

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