NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, November 8, 2017 Featured Speaker: Former Governor Jan Brewer. Briarwood Country Club

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1 Arrowhead Republican Women ON TARGET November 2017 Editor: Lezlee Alexander NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, November 8, 2017 Featured Speaker: Former Governor Jan Brewer Briarwood Country Club 135th Avenue & Meeker Blvd - Sun City West, AZ. Registration 10:45a.m.; Lunch / Meeting Begins at 11:30am $20.00 includes lunch menu choices listed below Reservation Deadline: noon Sunday, November 5. Event is for adults only - no children. Please make your check payable to ARW, before arriving; if cash, exact amount preferred; NO CREDIT CARDS. Any member cancelling beyond the deadline is expected to pay. Reservation must be received by Sunday, November 5. If you aren t contacted by an ARW luncheon representative for your lunch order, please arwlunchrsvp@gmail.com or contact Lezlee Alexander at NOTE: Briarwood has RESCINDED their no jeans policy! Menu Choices: Turkey Dinner with The Works (turkey & gravy, stuffing & mashed potatoes, green beans almondine, & cranberry sauce) with House Salad to start OR Johnathan Salad (grilled chicken breast over greens w/ dried cranberries, candied almonds & feta cheese tossed in a white balsamic dressing) with Fruit Cup to start Dessert: Vanilla Ice Cream with Cookie Above served with assorted rolls & butter, coffee, hot or iced tea

2 From the President Hello Friends, Here is an article I wrote for the AzFRW Convention book this month giving you an overview of our accomplishments the past two years. Arrowhead Republican Women Region VI What an incredible two years it has been for the Arrowhead Republican Women. With 2016 being an election year, Arrowhead Republican Women volunteered in numerous ways to support our local, state and national candidates. We hosted a Candidate s Forum in June of 2016 and had over 20 candidates speak to a room filled to capacity. And did it ever pay off with so many elected Republicans and, of course, winning the biggest prize of all - the Presidency of the United States! ARW featured many speakers with various backgrounds including State Treasurer, Jeff DeWit who gave us his insight into the intricacies of the Trump campaign. Other featured speakers included Alan Korwin, Gun Laws Expert; David Gowan, Az Speaker of the House; Bill Montgomery, Maricopa County Attorney; Keven Calabrese, ASU Young Republicans President; and our own Jan Hermsmeyer who did a wonderful Americanism program on Abigail Adams. For the first time, Arrowhead Republican Women and Central Republican Women of Phoenix had a combined meeting featuring James T. Harris. We had a fantastic turnout and the event was enjoyed by all. In the fall, we look forward to Chris Herring, Maricopa County Republican Chairman; Larry Schweikart who wrote the book How Trump Won; and Michelle Reagan, Secretary of State. Our fundraising activities also included a Fashion Show in March of 2016 featuring Dillard s clothing to a sold-out crowd - it was a wonderful success! In April of 2017, we had a Victory Celebration Picnic for all the Republican officials who won their elections. Our Caring For America projects included our ARW ladies who polished nails for residents of retirement homes. We collected teddy bears for cancer victims at Phoenix Children s Hospital. The hospital uses the bears to demonstrate where intravenous ports are to be placed on the children for their cancer treatment. Many of our members volunteered at the Arizona StandDown where socks were donated to homeless Vets. We also accepted donations for money and gift cards for Turkeys for Troops. We hosted a collection for America s Mighty Warriors and raised $500. Our membership remains strong. Each year we hosted a Membership Tea to encourage our members to invite a friend who may have interest in our club. In 2016, our speakers included Loraine Pellegrino, President of AzFRW, and Rae Chornenky, past President of NFRW. In 2017, we featured Nancy K. Arnold as Martha Washington.

3 We also continue to contribute funds to the Betty Rendel Scholarship, Kabis Memorial Internship, Mamie Eisenhower Library Project, ASU College Republicans, Laura Bush Scholarship, TARS and the Arizona Federation of College Republicans. We also contributed funds so that a young student could attend the TARS convention. I am so proud of our club and all we have accomplished in the past two years. I am honored to be involved with an amazing group of women. ********************************************* May you have a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family and friends. We have so many blessings to be thankful for in this wonderful country. We offer a special thank you and our prayers to our military who have fought for our freedoms and continue to protect us. God bless each and every one of you. Arlene Goldblatt From the First Vice President - Programming It is with regret and disappointment that our November speaker, Secretary of State Michele Reagan is not able to come due to a scheduling conflict. She was asked to be at an event with Vice President Pence. Congratulations to the Secretary. However, I am excited to announce our speaker for the November meeting is Former Governor Jan Brewer! In addition, Governor Brewer will install our incoming officers for I know she will be an inspiration to all. Please get your reservations in ASAP. You won t want to miss this opportunity. Thank you, Governor Brewer, for honoring us, particularly with such short notice. Unfortunately for me, I won t be there-- (sob). I regret I will miss the chance to meet the former Governor. Our December program will be on Saturday, the 2 nd. Our program is dedicated to our troops deployed overseas who will not be home for the holidays. The holiday season is a difficult time for our troops and their families. I hope we can let them know we are thinking of them by sending Christmas/Holiday cards. Just address the envelope to America s Mighty Warriors, sign your name and Arrowhead Republican Women on the card. It s OK to include a personal note such as Thank you for your service. Bring your card(s) to the November AND December meetings. You don t need postage. We don t want to forget the families left behind who may be in need, so we are asking for cash (check) donations. You will see a decorated envelope on your table. The EC Committee will buy gift cards for one or two families. Thank you to Debbie Lee, President of America s Mighty Warriors, and ARW member for your help. Our keynote speaker, Alex Meluskey, is a syndicated radio show host. He is Chairman of Contract with American Veterans, giving back to America s veterans and their families. We are grateful for the important work he has done as State Director, FAIRTAX and his political activism. Once again, don t forget to bring Christmas cards and come with extra dollars to contribute for gift cards. God Bless our military and their families for the sacrifices they make every day to keep our country safe. Barbara Melkin

4 Arrowhead RW Calendar of Events Wednesday, November 8 ARW meeting, former Governor Jan Brewer Saturday, December 2 ARW holiday meeting & service project (usual meeting time!) Wednesday, January 10, 2018 ARW meeting, speaker State GOP Chair Jonathan Lines Membership Renewal 2018 From the Second Vice President Membership Beth Joice October kicks off our membership renewal program with the theme ARW is Out of This World Joining Will Be A Real Blast. All current members will have an opportunity to be entered into a drawing at the January meeting where two names will be drawn, each receiving a FREE LUNCH in All NEW members joining before December 31 will begin membership immediately and enjoy FREE membership for the remainder of Thank you to those who renewed their membership! Reminder: If we get 80% renewal before January 1 st, we receive extra points towards our Awards Program. New members who joined this month are Leeanne Hayward, Theresa Kozak, and Carolyn Madison. Welcome ladies! Caring For America Committee A big "Thank You" to those of who contributed to the "Phoenix Homeless! There were so many extras I found in the bags as I sorted through them, like toothbrushes, razors, etc. It is like Christmas for each of the recipients! God bless each of you! In November, we will be collecting our "Socks for Vets". Crew socks, black and white. We will wrap 4 pr. for each Veteran. Boxes will be out at the luncheon for both Nov. and Dec. at the entrance. Peaches (Jan) Buchkowski Chair

5 From the 3 rd Vice President Jan Martinson The End to Insurance Subsidy Payments The turmoil over the Trump administration s decision to end Obamacare subsidy payments to the insurance companies was one big fact: The payments are illegal. The Obama administration originally asked Congress to appropriate the funds as part of the Affordable Care Act, but no legislation ever made it through the House and Senate. In response, President Obama s Department of Health and Human Services unilaterally began disbursing the payments anyway. You remember that Pen & Phone thing. House Republicans sued arguing that the executive branch may not dole out money without congressional approval. In 2016, a federal judge issued a 38 page opinion ruling that Obama had exceeded his constitutional authority illegally funding the subsidies. The Obama administration went around Congress and the Constitution to impose its health care plan any way. President Trump has decided to end these illegal hand-outs, saving us tax payer s lots of money. We will see what happens next. Keeping you in the know. From the Region VII Director Carol Jones This will be my final note to you as your Region Director, and I want to express thanks to each of you for the support you have provided as I served in that capacity. As a Club, you have been very helpful and supportive. You did all the things that a vibrant and successful Club must do. Congratulations! The Club continues to grow and is functioning well. You win awards and you PARTICIPATE. You are well represented at State Meetings and at all things Republican! I am proud of you as a Club, and proud of the many individuals within the Club that help to make it great. My thanks especially for the way you have welcomed me. I ask that you continue that support for your new Region Director and to your new ARW Club officers. I look forward to continuing friendship and support within the Club.

6 Support for America s Mighty Warriors Thanks to Corte Bella Vets for their November 9 event! Arrowhead RW Slate 2018 PRESIDENT ARLENE GOLDBLATT 1 ST VICE PRESIDENT/PROGRAMS BARBARA MELKIN 2 ND VICE PRESIDENT/MEMBERSHIP BONNIE HOCHBERG 3 RD VICE PRESIDENT/WAYS & MEANS TRACY LIVINGSTON TREASURER DONNA STAWICKI SECRETARY CAROL JONES MEMBER AT LARGE JUDI BOURD, ESTHER PRATT, LEZLEE ALEXANDER ELECTION & INSTALLATION AT NOVEMBER 8 MEETING

7 October in Photos Our thanks to Jan Powell for stepping in as photographer this month! Speaker Larry Schweikart and a book signing! President Arlene proudly sharing ARW s Diamond award from NFRW! AzFRW Convention Friends & Installation of new AzFRW officers with NFRW President Carrie Almond - what a great weekend!

8 Support the women who support you Donate Today! Dear Patriot: The NFRW prides itself in not constantly asking for donations. As activists, we know that your inbox is full of requests from candidates and the Republican Party. Today, however, I am making a special appeal. You see, we have fallen short on our fundraising goals for the year. Will you help with a contribution of $50 or more to the NFRW - or a donation of $20.17 to help us finish strong? We still have a lot of work to do this year! We've got Campaign Management schools scheduled and key Governors races in Virginia and New Jersey. We need to put together a Strike Force for Judge Roy Moore in Alabama while continuing to educate Republicans on the need for Human Trafficking legislation. We simply cannot do it without your support. If you don't feel the call to donate to the NFRW, I urge you to reconsider. Our members were responsible for over 5 million campaign volunteer hours in this biennium- that's over 50 million dollars of time calculated at $10 an hour. We are the most powerful women's political organization in the country, but we can't "Make America Great Again" on dues alone. Please donate today by clicking here - Your contribution will allow us to continue our mission of educating women in the cause of good government!! I am so grateful for your continued support. Thank you! President Carrie

9 ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS Each one of you has contributed hours, on a volunteer basis, to our Republican cause. Attached is a simple tally sheet where you can write in those hours, starting from July 2015 through June 2017 (you can estimate for April, May and June). We know it s often difficult to go back to the past, but just try to recall events you ve supported, committees you ve worked on, etc. and approximate when they occurred. Do the best you can! These are the types of hours you can include in the ARW, AzFRW and NFRW columns: Committee work (hours in meetings, preparing for meetings, doing committee projects, etc.); Attendance at State or National Federation meetings or conventions (include travel, portal to portal) Volunteering at any Republican or Federation headquarters (local, county, State, National) Preparing an article for the Newsletter, or an e-blast Participation in any forum sponsored by the Federation or the Republican Party Many of you worked directly in support of electing Republicans to local, State and Federal offices during the past two years. All of those hours should be entered in the AzGOP, Precinct/Ward and Campaign columns. Again, just do your best to determine where your hours go. They will all roll up to the higher level Campaign Awards tally. Examples of these hours are: Non-Paid campaign activities (like volunteering for a candidate, getting petitions signed Work done at home on mailings, making posters, making phone calls, computer work etc. Time in session (and travel portal to portal) at Arizona Republican Party Convention, Maricopa County Statutory Meeting, and Republican National Committee Convention Time spent as a Precinct Committeeman and/or Precinct Captain Working as a non-paid poll watcher on Election Day Use the Community column for hours spent supporting activities like Caring for America committees and projects. Please use the attached form. A handwritten submittal is all that is required. If you have ANY questions, please call Susan Sagahon at (480) or her at sadie01ca@yahoo.com.

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12 Arrowhead Republican Women CLUB MEETING MINUTES Briarwood Country Club October 11, 2017 Call to order: President Arlene Goldblatt called the meeting to order at 11:30A.M. Invocation & Pledge: Chaplain Gayle Salter gave the invocation and Americanism Chair Bonnie Hochberg led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. Introductions: President Arlene Goldblatt introduced and welcomed our guests and Dignitaries - Senator Debbie Lesko; Rae Chornenky - LD22 Chairman, AzFRW Parliamentarian and past President of NFRW; Mary Baumbach - 3rd VP AzFRW; Bonnie Hochberg - Past President ARW; John Heep - Candidate AZ Legislature; Representative David Livingston; Tracy Livingston - Candidate for Superintendent of Public Instruction. Minutes: The minutes of the September 13, 2017 meeting were approved as printed. Treasurer: Marilyn Sage reported an ending bank Balance as of August 31, 2017 $13,757.63, Income $1, Expenses $2, Total Balance as of September 30, 2017 $12, st Vice President: Barbara Melkin reported November speaker Secretary of State Michele Reagan will install the 2018 officers. December speaker will be Alex Meluskey and a program to honor veterans focusing on spouses who are overseas. Members are asked to bring in signed Christmas cards to the November meeting to be sent to overseas troops. Also, envelopes will be placed on each table for cash donations to buy gift cards for our adopted family. January speaker Jonathan Lines, Arizona Republican Party Chairman. Book Club members will be contacted for input as to the when the next meeting should take place. 2nd Vice President: President Arlene Goldblatt for Beth Joice, Membership Chairman- ARW has kicked off our membership drive, the theme "ARW is out of this world. Joining will be a real blast. Members who renew their membership before December 31st will be eligible to win a free luncheon. There will be a drawing for two free lunches in January. Any new member that joins now will have free membership from now until December 31, 2017 and the dues they pay now will be good through rd Vice President: Jan Martinson, Fund Raising Chair, reported that no events are planned. Jewelry has been marked down to the cost price in order to close out the line. Lunch

13 Committees: Caring for America and Armed Services: Chair Jan Buchowski thanked members for bringing in toiletries and washcloths for the homeless and asked members to bring in socks next month. Last year the members donated over 700 pairs of socks. My Nail Friends has been going strong for 5 years and now has 12 members. Americanism: Chair Bonnie Hochberg urged members to dodge a bullet by celebrating cancer awareness month and get their yearly mammogram. Speakers 1st Vice President: Barbara Melkin introduced our guest speaker author Larry Schweikart. LD22 Chairman Rae Chornenky - LD22 meets every 3rd Monday at 6:30 at Westbrook Village to educate on issues. Senator Debbie Lesko will host a Maricopa County Republican fundraiser October 14 - Keep it Red West Valley. 3rd VP AzFRW Mary Baumbach thanked members for their support and reminded them about the State Meeting October 26 and 27. October 28th special lunch speaker will be television personality Rachel Campos-Duffy. Arizona House of Representatives: David Livingston, LD 22 Representative, is running for Republican State Senator, the seat being vacated by Judy Burges who is retiring. Chaplain: Gayle Salter, ARW and AzFRW Chaplain, reminded members to let her know about sick and dying family members as she will keep them in her prayers and send out cards. President: Arlene Goldblatt, as a result of members submitting their volunteer hours, ARW was awarded the Diamond Achievement Award at the NFRW Convention. Member Susan Sagahon was thanked for compiling the hours. Nominating Committee Jan Boydston announced candidates for 2018 officers: President Arlene Goldblatt, 1st Vice President Barbara Melkin, 2nd Vice President Bonnie Hochberg, 3rd Vice President position open, Treasurer Donna Stawicki, Secretary Carol Jones. Members-at-Large Judi Bourd, Esther Pratt, Lezlee Alexander. Adjourn: 1:50 P.M Jacky Ohligschlaeger Approved Date Secretary

14 Register Voters Recruit PCs Connect with our Communities On Saturday, November 4th Republicans across the country will be out in their communities talking about President Trumps conservative agenda. In Maricopa County we are holding a Super Saturday to register new voters and ask conservative Independents to re-register Republican. We need people who support our President to sign up to to knock on doors and hang door hangers at the homes of these targeted conservative voters. Below you will find a list of locations across the valley where you can show up between 8am and noon on Saturday Nov. 4th to pick up a waking list with target homes, as well as door hangers and voter registration forms. We need you on November 4th! If you can volunteer please find the location of your choice below and SuperSaturday@MaricopaCountyGOP.org and let us know that you will be there to pick up a walk book. If you'd like to walk your own precinct, the above address by Wednesday, Nov. 1st and we'll have your precinct walk book ready for you to pick up at one of the locations below. Voter Registration and Walk Book pick up locations: East Valley Table outside of C2 Tactical S Emerald Dr, Tempe, AZ Phoenix AZGOP HQ W 24th St Phoenix, AZ GOP Booth at the American Lebanese Festival (Near Thomas and 52nd St) -St. Joseph Maronite Catholic Church, 5406 E. Virginia Phoenix, AZ (10am-noon to pick up walk books) West Valley West Valley GOP Office W Bell Rd Sun City, AZ (Facing 99th Ave) Booth at Rio Vista Park W Thunderbird Rd Peoria, AZ GOP Tables Near Fry's Foods (Sun City West) N R H Johnson Blvd Sun City West, AZ 85375

15 This event is FREE! Get a ticket (RSVP) here AzFRW Convention Awards AzFRW Turquoise Award (highest level Chapter Achievement award) Arrowhead Republican Women Individual Campaign Hours Award 3 rd Place Jan Martinson

16 Arrowhead Republican Women 2017 Executive Committee President Arlene Goldblatt st Vice President (Programs) Barbara Melkin nd Vice President (Membership) Beth Joice rd Vice President (Ways & Means) Jan Martinson Secretary Jacky Ohligschlaeger Treasurer Marilyn Sage Member at Large Jan Boydston Member at Large Margy Cummings Member at Large Janet Heintz Parliamentarian Jan Hermsmeyer janyh@aol.com

17 Arrowhead Republican Women Membership Application 2017 Name of Applicant Birth Month Home Address (Number, Street, Apt. Number, City, State, Zip Address (for monthly newsletters/communication) Phone Number Registered Republican? Yes No LD? Name As Appears on Voter Registration Other LD Referred By: PC? Yes No $30 Full Membership: Open to any Woman who is a registered Republican in the state of Arizona and who does not hold membership in another Republican Women s club. Membership includes full voting rights, the opportunity to hold office, and membership in AzFRW and NFRW. Membership period is calendar year January 1 through December 31. $10Associate Membership: Men who are registered Republicans in the state of Arizona or Women who hold Full Membership in another Arizona club or who are registered Republicans in another state. Membership includes all communications but no voting rights. Membership period is calendar year January 1 through December 31. If Associate, name of AZ Club of Full Membership: Please return form & check (payable to ARW ) to Arlene Goldblatt, N. 88 th Ave., Peoria, AZ 85381, Phone Volunteer opportunities on reverse. FOR ARW: Date dues were paid Check # Cash

18 Accounting: Able to assist with annual audits. Volunteer Opportunities Americanism: Provide the club with Americanism information, notify of community opportunities. Armed Services: Notify the club of opportunities to support our military and veterans. Awards: Monitor the Achievement Awards requirements for the club. Bylaws: Keep club bylaws current and in conformity with State & National Bylaws. Campaign Activities: Report on and encourage political activism in our community. Caring for America: Identify & promote ways the club may support our community. Fundraising: Assist the 3 rd Vice President with club fundraising activities. Hospitality/Greeter: Welcome meeting attendees & assist them to seats as needed. Legislation: Inform members of current legislation & urge member contact with legislators. Literacy: Encourage literacy efforts for youth & adults in the community. Membership: Assist the 2 nd Vice President with membership promotion & retention projects. Newsletter: Assist the monthly creation of the club newsletter. Must be computer proficient. Publicity: Participate in ways to inform members of the most current news. Scholarships: Promote AzFRW & NFRW scholarships in the community. Scrapbook/Photography: Take photos of club activities & create a way to display them. Telephone: Contact members without computer access to notify of monthly meetings. Youth Projects: Create ways to support & encourage the next generation of voters. Other: