Martin County Cancer Patient Services Meeting
May 6, 2025
The Martin County Cancer Patient Services met at Loogootee Public Library in Loogootee, Indiana at 5:36 PM.
Rheadawn Street opened with a prayer and welcomed the guests. President Street will review the Federal mileage rate every December with the committee.
In attendance were Rheadawn Street, Karen Jones, Shannon Wagoner, Robin Hart, Linda Knight, Rex Knight, Debra Guy, Charles Guy, Kenley Shaw, Darvin Wagler, and Darla Wagler.
The Secretary report was presented by Shannon Wagoner via email. It was reviewed by all board members. Robin Hart made the motion to accept and Rheadawn Street seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0. Linda Knight presented the treasure report. Treasurer Knight found a total of $366 that was used to purchase gas cards at RJ’s with no receipt of purchase. She is concerned that her debit card may have been compromised. She has spoken with Lisa Bauer at RJ’s and will contact the bank tomorrow. Update to follow at the next meeting. Karen Jones made the motion to approve and Shannon Wagoner seconded the motion. It was approved 5-0..
Grant Update and Donations:No recent updates noted
Patient Update and Community Outreach:
Total Patients - 39
New Patients - 4
Death - Our condolences to the family of Barbara Spurgeon during the loss of their loved one.
Birthday Blessings:
Linda Knight sent Fay Jackson, James Gibson, and Jason Baylis a birthday card and a $20 gas card
Youth Ambassador:
Taryn Stemens was unable to attend the meeting.
Volunteers:
Darla Wagler presented a sample sign to the committee of what she used during the library fundraiser. She will give the company’s information to President Street to compare prices.
Fundraising:
Mathias Chicken Dinner - 300 chicken dinners will be offered this year. The Mathias family will not be offering aprons for sale. Robin Hart and Karen Jones will be collecting the chickens for the fundraiser. Rheadawn Street presented the committee with a sample sign and design to review. The discussion was held regarding fonts and colors. Suggestion was made to sell signs for $15 each. More discussion to follow. A suggestion was made to start collecting online auction items in November this year. The committee was in agreement.
Upcoming Events:
Loogootee Summerfest will be held June 19-21 we will have a booth from 5-10 PM
Shoals Catfish Festival 4th of July weekend - July 4-5 booth set up
Mathias Chicken Dinner - August 9, 2025 The e-Bike raffle will begin at the dinner.
Hindostan Days October 4 we will have a booth. Draw for e-Bike at the booth.
September Gala - date to be determined
T-Shirt Inventory:
Gray - 51
Lavender - 10
Old Business
Charles Guy spoke with a gentleman regarding the e-bikes and he is willing to sell MCCPS the bike at his cost. Charles provided the committee with several bike options to review. More discussion to follow at the next meeting.
New Business:
Quilt Raffle for June and July - Donated by Carol Williams
Shannon Wagoner made a motion to adjourn and Robin Hart seconded it. Meeting was adjourned at 6:42 PM. The next meeting will be held at St. Mary’s Hall, Shoals, Indiana on June 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM.
Electronic Signature: Shannon Wagoner