HCCADC Coalition Meeting
April 27, 2005

I. Meeting Opened. 4:00 pm, Shellie Lavore called the meeting to order.

II. Networking and Introductions.

III. Members Present.
Nancy Vargo, Shellie Lavore, Debra Miles, Tommy Harris, Richardo Ruiz, John Schlicher, Debra Pilla, Lisa Hammond, Doris Bedell, Janice Smith, Beth Lord, Sanda Marrero, Randi Levioff, Renette Black, Tresa Watson and Mary Staib.

IV. March 30, 2005 Minutes Reviewed & Approved. Sandra Marreo stated her name typed twice, Tresa Watson will review so it does not happen again. Shellie Lavore called for a motion for the minutes of the last meeting to be approved. The motion was made by Doris Bedell and seconded by Lisa Hammond. Motion carried.

V. Financial Report. Treasurer, Janice Smith presented the financial report. Shellie Lavore had a concern about the hotel check that was issued in her name, rather than the Doubletree. Shellie would rather the checks be made out directly to vendors, rather than reimbursement to individuals. Janice stated it did not matter as long as the check request and disbursement procedures were being followed. The system for requesting funding from the coalition was presented by Janice Smith, discussed and clarified to all members present. Motion to approve made by Lisa Hammond and seconded by Debra Pilla. Motion on check and disbursement procedures carried.

VI. Florida Statewide Alcohol Initiative. Shellie Lavore discussed the conferences that were identified for participation by coalition membership that were included in the grant. Participant selection will be discussed at a later date.

Grant Problem. The office of Drug Control has changed the fiscal year end to 12/31/05 rather than 9/30/05. Janice Smith feels it should be clarified to the school board. Funding needs to extended, and coalition needs to find money to continue to pay Nancy Vargo. Doris Bedell offered to make contact with officials in Tallahassee.

Alcohol Task Force. Program Coordinator, Nancy Vargo is extremely pleased with the Alcohol Task Force. Alcohol Task Force meetings, take place every Tuesday, at the Harbor Behavioral Health Center, located at 7074 Grove Road
Spring Hill, Fl 34609. For future meetings, minute’s needs to be taken and documented in summary form with list of attendee’s for review by the membership of the coalition. Meeting time is 12:00 pm at Harbors. SRO’s are to busy to attend, but can call in or correspond by email – giving feedback and/or suggestions. The tasks force is getting youth involved in the grant as well at the coalition. Discussion regarding youth involvement took place. The alcohol task force is targeting two schools - West Hernando and Fox Chapel and will hold focus groups to brainstorm for alcohol awareness and what youth would get excited about. Doris Bedell suggested inviting parents. The score card committee needs to meet to analyze the data that has been collected and produce the final scorecard.

VII. Coalition Training. Nancy wants to schedule a coalition training conducted by the Florida National Guard. They put on the training free of charge, only meals and space need to be provided. Nancy suggests we invite Channel 8 to attend on behalf of the coalition.

VIII. Child Abuse Report by Lisa Hammond. Lisa Hammond recently had a meeting with Dave Callahan and dismayed to report child abuse in Hernando County has doubled and over 80% are involved in drug violence due to increased street drug availability. 45 children per month are younger than 5 that are being reported.

IX. Status of Program Coordinator. Debra Pilla and Lisa Hammond asked Nancy Vargo, the status of her position as the first employee of the coalition. Nancy stated it is going rough and knows we all volunteers, however the coalition needs organization and a solid plan if the coalition is going to sustain.

X. Adjournment. Shellie Lavore called for a motion to adjourn at 5:05 pm, Debra Pilla made the motion and it was seconded by Lisa Hammond.

Next Meeting-NOTE LOCATION:
May 25, 2005, 4:00 pm

Hernando County Sheriff's Office
18900 Cortez Blvd.
Brooksville, FL 34601