SAAHJ
General Meeting Minutes
April
15, 2006
San Antonio Express News – Hosts: Nora López &
Teresa Niño
Members and guests in attendance, per
sign-in sheet: Nick
Zuniga, Ed Leal, Mary Anthony, Teresa Niño, Joe Sandoval, Roxanne Reyes,
Nora Lopez, Carol Schliesinger, Danny Sanchez, Ernie Villarreal, Desiree
Yanes, Sharon Garcia, Dino Chiecchi, Vincent Bosquez, Elaine Rodriguez,
Rebecca Villarreal, Lorraine Pulido-Ramirez, Kris Rodriguez.
Call to Order/Welcome/Introductions
Joe Sandoval called the meeting to order at 10:40 a.m.
Joe thanked hosts Teresa Niño and Nora López. Ed Tijerina talked briefly
about the Express-News’ buildings and facilities. Dino
Chiecchi followed with a brief summary of the San Antonio Express-News
Hispanic publications. Introductions by all members present followed.
Approval
of the March minutes/Secretary’s Report
Carol Schliesinger asked if there were any corrections
or additions to the March minutes.
Lorraine Ramirez-Pulido made a motion to accept the March minutes as
submitted; Nora López seconded.
Treasurer’s Report
Nora Lopez
reported the following account balances: Operating fund-- $10,940, Scholarship Fund--
$70,363.96.
Old Business
Media Mixer
Joe thanked
everyone for coming to the media mixer at Aldaco’s. The reserved
space had to be shared with other organizations, but everyone had a good
time.
Distinguished
Speakers Series Update
Ernie confirmed Alfredo Corchado as the speaker for the
May 19 speaker series. He will discuss the Mexican Presidential elections.
The luncheon will take place at The Westin Riverwalk hotel from 11:30
a.m.-2 p.m. The meal will be similar to the one served at last year’s
luncheon. Ernie will develop a flyer to promote the luncheon.
2006 Scholarship Gala
Carol said she resent the scholarship press release and
has been working to secure mentions in several media outlets. Registration
Chair, Javier Flores and Silent Auction Chair, Rafael Saenz were not
present to give updates. Guerra de Berry and Coody will be doing the
invitation pro-bono.
Ed Tijerina asked for an update on table sales. Ernie
explained that letters have gone out and he’s waiting for responses.
Mary asked about costs for buying tables and asked for a copy of the letter
to be shared with the Executive Board. Lorraine mentioned she is working
with Maclovio on the production of the video about Lionel Sosa. Joe
reminded Ernie that the Executive Board is ready to help out with tasks. He
asked Ernie to let everyone know how members can help out with the gala.
Carol mentioned that Guerra De Berry Coody were trying to get the
invitation printing at a reduced cost or pro-bono. Lorraine said members
could really help out by making follow-up calls to sell tables. Nora
mentioned she will get the Express-News photos donated for the
silent auction. Ernie asked Nora for a $500 deposit check for the Westin.
Javier Rodriguez asked for information about table sales because he knows
someone who might be interested in buying a table for the gala.
High School Writing Contest
Lorraine announced the deadline for the contest is
coming up on May 26.
New business
National
Writers’ Workshop
Carol shared information about the National
Writers’ Workshop and encouraged members to register for the
workshop. Many of the panelists are Pulitzer Prize recipients. This is a
good opportunity to hear from many great journalists without having to
incur travel expenses.
Ed Tijerina said the workshop is sponsored by the
Poynter Institute and the San Antonio Express-News. It's a good
learning opportunity.
Announcements
One
Book, One San Antonio – Teresa Niño said the San Antonio Express-News
is helping HEB with the city-wide reading initiative. San Antonio has a low
literacy rate and this program has been very successful in other cities.
Hottest Latina Contest – Teresa invited members to
come meet the top 10 finalists at Bar 11, on April 28. The event will
feature food catered by Los Barrios.
One day without an
immigrant – Nora announced that Latino organizations designated May 1
as the date to live out the ‘one day without an immigrant’
idea, to show the impact immigrants have on the country and the economy.
Mexican-Americans are asked to stay home, if they cannot miss work, then
they also ask that they not spend any money that day (bring your lunch,
don’t buy gas, etc.)
Edgewood Hall of Fame – Lorraine said Edgewood ISD
is accepting applications. Applications are available online at www.eisd.net. Deadline is at the end of
April. Elaine Ayala was one of the Hall-of-Fame recipients last year.
National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition –
Chris Rodriguez said the competition would take place Friday-Sunday.
The Rattler newspaper – Dino announced The
Rattler is now using the camera donated by the SAAHJ and its working great.
The photos taken with the camera are clearer and crisper. Dino said the
SAAHJ has made a difference for the student paper.
American Red Cross - Rebecca announced they are looking
for bilingual volunteers to help with media relations. Rebecca forward more
information to Carol to share with the members.
PRSA – Lorraine
said PRSA is accepting applications for the Del Oro Awards. The awards
ceremony will be held on August 3.
SAAHJ board elections - Joe asked members to start
thinking about the elections coming up in July. He asked everyone present
to consider keeping full-time journalists at the top two board
positions. Javier Rodriguez asked
about the percentage of members working in journalism compared to members
working in communications.
Next meeting
Our next meeting
is scheduled for Saturday, May 20 at Cutting Edge
Communications.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at
11:25 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol
Schliesinger
SAAHJ
Secretary
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