Published: November 21, 2007 12:45 pm         

ARC reports results of hazardous waste collection event

Ada Recycling Coalition meet Nov 14 at city of Ada west annex. Presiding officer was Garmon Smith.

The following members and guests were present:  Garmon Smith, Trudy Nevland, Ambrie Walker, Dana Nickell, Dave Jones, Jim Miller, Glenda DeShazo, Marilyn Ellis and Barbara Young.

Glenda DeShazo presented the treasurer’s report and Trudy Nevland supplied the minutes from the October month’s meeting.

Garmon Smith said the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event went very well. It was well managed with a lot of volunteers and a record number of participants (253 vehicles).  Smith also listed several items that were collected during the event, including:  antifreeze (60 gallons) used motor oil (470 gallons) lead batteries (90) tires (314) and e-waste (2.5 semi loads).

In addition, the Chickasaw Nation collected white goods (appliances) for the first time.  ARC collected and mixed almost 100 gallons of white and 30 gallons of colored latex paint saving the city approximately $1,200 in disposal costs.  Much of this paint was donated to the Byng Drama Department. 

America Recycles Day – Pledge cards were placed in a box and Richard Barron did the honors of drawing for a mulching mower. The winner was Shellie Horton.  Three other names were drawn for T-shirts; they were Lain Underwood, Mack Peterson and Sammie Montgomery. All pledge cards will be sent to Oklahoma City for state drawings this month.

Chickasaw Nation Recycling – The Chickasaw Nation, represented by Ambrie Walker and Dana Nickell, were commended for their exemplary recycling efforts for our community.  In 2007 the Chickasaw Nation acquired an EPA recycling grant, began a recycling program in Ada, began a white-goods collection program, added a community recycling drop-off site, supported the city's household hazardous waste collection event with volunteers, recycled an abundance of e-waste and began an ink-cartridge collection program.

Telephone Book Collection Contest – The Ada Recycling Coalition is hosting its 10th annual telephone book collection contest for area schools.  The winning classroom at each participating school will be awarded a pizza party and the school collecting the most phone books overall will receive $150!  Trudy reported that flyers were sent to area schools and asked that members help promote the contest by forwarding flyers to students and teachers who may be interested in participating.  Contact Trudy Nevland at 436-8100 for more information

City of Ada Recycling – Dave Jones reported that cardboard prices were down but that the e-waste collection event last month was a huge success.

The Met ARD Banquet in Tulsa – Garmon Smith, representing ARC and OKRA, is scheduled to accept an award for Susan Paddack, who is unable to attend, on November 15.  Ms. Paddack’s “Legislator of the Year” award is being given for her efforts in presenting a recycling bill in the state legislature.

Epsilon Omega

Epsilon Omega, East Central University's chapter of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity announces the initiation of 12 new members.

Nathan Fisher, Stratford; Vincent Giambaresi, Pauls Valley; Ryan Hefley, Ada; Jeremy Lavorchek, Stratford; Jacob Hawley, Ada; Jahred Lester, Wynnewood; Jacob Milligan, Elgin; Aaron Moiser, Waurika; Joseph Scoggins, Jr., Maysville; Caleb Shelton, Ada; Anthony Shelton, Ada; and Daniel Wall, Coweta, were initiated in the fraternity Nov. 16.

Throughout their tenure as pledges to the fraternity, these young men participated in various service projects such as ECU's “Service Saturdays” initiative and the Wintersmith Park arboretum cleaning. They also participated in many university activities such as Spirit Week and Homecoming.

“I am extraordinarily pleased to have these young men as new additions to Epsilon Omega chapter,” said Kyle Foster, Pi Kappa Alpha chapter president. “They have truly demonstrated the character and high ideals which Pi Kappa Alpha expects from those who seek to join.”

Gladiolas

Ada Gladiolas Club met in the home of Emogene Miller Nov. 13. The meeting was called to order by the vice- president, Juanita Sutton. The Gardeners Creed was read aloud by the members. Joyce Craig, treasurer, read the minutes.

The flower of the month was the chrysanthemum. Projects for the nursing homes were discussed. At the next meeting flower arrangements will be made by the members.

A potluck luncheon was served by the hostess Emogene Miller to Joyce Craig, Jane Curry, Evelyn Keefer, Joan McGaha, Dollie Nelson, Juanita Sutton, Jo Lee Tipton, Doris West, and guest Willie May Williams.

After a reminder that the next meeting will be at Joyce Craig's Dec. 11 the meeting was dismissed.



Fine Arts

Members of Tanti Fine Arts Study Club were entertained Nov. 13 by the P.A.S.T. performers, who are under the guidance of Billy Floyd, who is also a cast member.  The group portrays events that happened in Ada more than 100 years ago.

Fifteen members and four guests were entertained by the 10 cast members, who volunteer their time and talent.  The play was held in the home of Sandra Haney, president of the Fine Arts group. Myrna Glance served as co-hostess.

Rosa Hendricks who visited the October meeting became a member at the November meeting. Other members attending the November meeting were  Jane Adair, Sue Asklund, Carol Davis,  Sammy Edwards Paula Green, Treva Gurley, Anita Miller, Audrey Moore, Delores Moore, Z.D. Parker, Martha Sweatt,and Norma Underhill. 

Guests attending were Ann Lane, Mary Parr, Johnnie Sweatt and Glen Haney.



Rho Chapter

The Aldridge Ballroom was the meeting site for Rho Chapter, Delta Kappa Gamma Oct 6. President Susie Stevens called the meeting to order and led the pledge of allegiance to the American flag.

Following the invocation by Noralene Groves, the group enjoyed a delicious brunch. A “fun” Delta Kappa Gamma song was led by Judy Hanson.

The highlight of the meeting was the initiation of new members Stacy Oakley and Sandra Poe. The formal ceremony in which the red and gold table scarf, candles and red roses are used, emphasized the history and purposes of the society. As a part of the ceremony, new members received their Delta Kappa Gamma keypins. New members were then welcomed into membership, and in conclusion, the Delta Kappa Gamma song was sung.

Regular society business included the approval of minutes from the last meeting, the treasurer’s report, and consideration of new business times regarding dues and membership.

Harriet Weber enthusiastically reported on the state Delta Kappa Gamma convention which she attended this summer. Jo Ann Hefley gave a report from the Southwest Regional Conference which was held in Oklahoma City also during the summer. She brought back “goodies” to give away. President Susie Stevens received a commemorative Christmas ornament, Donna Large (being the youngest member present) won a denim tote bag for all the active years still ahead of her in Delta Kappa Gamma and Patsy West (who still does playground duty) received a pair of sunglasses bearing the Delta Kappa Gamma insignia.

Announcements included reminders of the Chili and Salsa Cook-Off and the Charmed by Chocolate competition in downtown Ada on Saturday Oct. 13, and a family fun festival on Nov. 10 hosted by Kay Gamble’s Ada High School Science Club students.

Noralene Groves, Paula Kedy and Susie Stevens were honored for October birthdays. Door prizes were won by Estella Hottel, Stacy Oakley, Rebecca Hill and Susie Stevens.

Attending the October meeting were Marg Blake, Edna Mae Cooley, Kay Gamble, Noralene Groves, Judy Hanson, JoAnn Hefley, Becky Hill, Estella Hottel, Sue Joquess, Donna Large, Kathleen Lehman, Stacy Oakley, Sandra Poe, Mary Scalf, B.J. Smith, Susie Stevens, Harriet Weber, Patsy West and Linda Wilson.

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Rho Chapter Delta Kappa Gamma met Nov. 3 at the Aldridge Ballroom for brunch. The invocation was a “singing grace” led by Linda Wilson and accompanied by Marie Wilson at the piano.

Following the meal, President Susie Stevens called the meeting to order and led the group in the pledge to the American flag. The minutes of the October meeting were accepted and the treasurer’s report was filed. Reporting for the research committee, B.J. Smith shared information from the state department of education website. A highlight of the November meeting was th silent auction, with proceeds from that going toward the scholarship fund. Rho Chapter annually presents a two semester scholarship to a junior or senior education major at East Central University.

In new business, the 2007-2008 budget was approved. The group also discussed a price increase for the monthly brunch, and plans were finalized fro the December meeting. Rebecca Hill will send e-mail reminders concerning the meeting for Toys for Tots donations. The next meeting will be Dec. 1, 2007.

Members attending the November meeting were marg Blake, Edna Mae Cooley, Judith Cowden,

Doratha Fenton, Jo Ann Hefley, Becky Hill, Judy Hisaw, Estella Hottel, Donna Large, Kathleen Lehman, Betty Mithell, Sandy Poe, Mary Scalf, B.J. Smith, Susie Stevens, Patsy West, Linda wilson and Mrie Wilson.

The meeting closed with the singing of the Delta Kappa Gamma song.

     

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