Can we buy you lunch? If you haven't had the opportunity to come to our monthly meetings, we would like to invite you to join us. All first time member attendees will enjoy lunch on us!

Greetings From Your President

Autumn Greetings! Thanksgiving is almost here and we are thankful for many things. The friendships and fellowship we have with our CDSRA members are always gratifying. We are especially thankful for the recovery of Nancy Valeson, our long-time board member, who was recently involved in a serious car accident. We will look forward to having her back in action soon.

Our October meeting featured Matt Cadman, executive director of the Numerica Performing Arts Center. He came to talk about the EKAP (Every Kid At the PAC) program which our Unit has contributed to. Through contributions, all school children in our region will be able to attend one of eleven professional performances at the PAC at no cost to them this coming year. This will involve over 12,000 students elementary through high school. Exposing these students to the arts is very exciting. 

Our unit will again contribute to six neighboring school districts to support homeless students.

We encourage all members and friends to return your ballots and vote by Tuesday, November 6. It is important that you contribute to this wonderful opportunity. 

Sincerely,

Beverly Jagla, Unit 2 President

PEBB Open Enrollment for 2019!

Open enrollment for 2019 PEBB medical plans is from November 1-30, 2018.

Remember:

1. If you want to keep your current plan in 2019 - you do not need to do anything; it will continue as it is.
2. If you want to review your options - Read the 2019 Open Enrollment materials you received from the Washington Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and make your decision.
3. If you decide to change plans -  request enrollment forms (1-866-577-2793), complete and mail forms prior to Nov. 30, 2018. 

Don't forget to vote!!!

Remember - Your vote could be the deciding vote in a close election! Ballots must be deposited in the collection boxes by 8:00pm or postmarked no later than Tuesday, November 6, 2018 to be counted!

Attention Active Members!

Have you turned in your fall mini grant application? They are due November 9. If you did not receive one, go to our website to download the form.

Do you love programs at the PAC?!

Last month's program featuring Matt Cadman explained how CDSRA's $1,000 contribution to "Every Kid at the PAC" (EKAP) would benefit 10 surrounding school districts and over 12,000 students as they get to experience live theater this school year. CDSRA is also planning to contribute another $1,000 for the 2019-2020 school year. CDSRA is now invited to have 5 of our members attending upcoming EKAP shows. If this is something you are interested in being part of, please contact Marie Buckner at 509-630-6209 or at buckgm@charter.net. You can also contact Bev Jagla.

Upcoming programs:

Collision of Rhythm on January 10 at 10am or 1pm

Villalobos Brothers on January 17 at 10am

Soweto Gospel Choir performed on October 22 for a group of local students during an EKAP performance at the Numerica Performing Arts Center.

New Medicare Cards

New Medicare cards are being mailed. Be sure to check your mail from the Department of Health and Human Services to receive yours. Do Not Throw Yours Away!

Members Helping Members

A number of our members would like to attend the monthly meetings but have no way to get there. If you would be willing to give someone a ride, please contact a CDSRA Board Member or leave Bev Jagla a message at: 509-670-6102. If you need a ride, please call the number listed above at least a day before the meeting.

Please let us know if we can update your contact information, just email CDSRA@outlook.com