The next meeting of the Sons of the American Revolution,
Central Coast Chapter will be Saturday, March 18, 2017, at 1:00 PM, at IHOP
Restaurant, Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA.
Central Coast Chapter Minutes for February 18, 2017
Meeting to Order: 1:06 PM
Invocation by G. Cooper
Pledges of Allegiance & SAR
VP and Secretary for 2017 installed.
Guest Speaker:
Jeff Stulberg, Attorney at Law and member of the CA Free
Speakers Group, was the guest speaker and his topic was “How to Avoid Being
Scammed”. Jeff has practiced criminal law in San Luis Obispo for 19 years and
he is familiar with any number of phone scams, work repair scams, internet
scams and investment scams.
Why seniors are more apt to be a victim has nothing to do
with gullibility and more to do with availability. Seniors are more likely to
be at home when scammers call and many seniors lack the social contacts which
might lead to greater awareness.
Home repair schemes can result when dealing with unlicensed
individuals. Jeff indicated that bids of $500.00 or greater require licensure.
Licensed contractors are bonded and cover workers compensation. Jeff advised
getting bids, checking CSLB for a current license and any history of
complaints. Check references.
Jeff stated that door to door sales are generally not good
deals and you can do better at the local retailer. Jeff also admonished about
cold call solicitations particularly charitable calls. It’s better to make
contributions directly to the charitable organization of choice. Also, it’s
wise not to let unknown persons gain entry to your house as this is how
prescription drugs go missing.
Generally, investment vehicles promising high returns are
risky. Be vigilant in reviewing banking statements and always notify your bank
of suspicious activity. After 60 days the loss is yours.
Other elder abuse issues range from the use of undue influence
for monetary gain to theft by in home care. Never surrender your pin number.
Theft or embezzlement of $1000.00 and over is criminal elder
abuse and constitutes a felony. However, the misappropriation of the property
of an elder is a civil matter. Familial theft should be reported to a local
ombudsman or Social Services.
Jeff’s presentation was well received.
Treasurer’s Report: Account balance stands at $3148.29.
Motion (Tissue) to reimburse President Haynes $105.00 for the purchase of
rosettes. Seconded (E. Rader). Motion carried.
Secretary’s Report: January Minutes were read aloud. Motion
(Mummert) to accept the minutes as read. Seconded (Cooper). Motion carried.
Old Business: None
New Business: Pre. Haynes won’t be able to attend the CASSAR
meeting. Gary Cooper was presented the Past Presidents Pin.
Closing Pledge
Benediction by G Cooper
Adjournment: 2:10 PM
Respectfully Submitted,
Chris Scrimiger
Chapter Secretary
