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Issue 233 | June 16, 2024

Last Wednesday, Richard Mantei delivered an enlightening talk on the challenges and inaccuracies in crime reporting. He highlighted the significant underreporting of crime statistics due to the new FBI reporting system, the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS). Many police departments are struggling to adapt to this system, resulting in crime statistics reported in the news being, at best, educated guesses.

Richard also discussed the difficulties of incarcerating individuals for non-violent crimes in Florida. He demonstrated a worksheet used to assign points for certain crimes, showing how "discounts" are applied to reduce the likelihood of offenders being sent to jail. When asked by an audience member if the issue was due to a lack of beds, Richard clarified that there are plenty of beds; the issue is primarily financial.

We extend our sincere thanks to Richard Mantei for his informative presentation and to everyone who attended.

Mike Best

2024 President

We're excited to announce that our meetings this year will be held at the San Jose Country Club!

Location: 7529 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville FL 32217

(Opposite Bolles High School)

Each meeting will feature a delicious hot buffet, engaging speakers, and excellent networking opportunities.

To help us provide the venue with an accurate headcount and to save on costs, please consider pre-registering by the Monday before each luncheon.

Next Meeting

On June 12, we welcome Mac Holley from Heritage Capital Group to discuss current M&A in business.

Click here to pre-register!

At the Wednesday luncheon meeting of the Southside Business Men's Club, Angelo Volpe and the charity golf committee presented President Mike Best with a check for $15,771. The funds were raised from the 2024 Crump Kirby Memorial Youth Achiever Program golf tournament. Pictured from left to right are Hal Smith, Mike Slagle, Jepp Walter, and Angelo Volpe. Committee members and Platinum Club sponsors Shela Stallings and LaTanya Jackson of First Federal Bank were also key to the success we had but could not attend last week's meeting. All committee members did an outstanding job. We extend our gratitude to all sponsors, players, and volunteers for making this crucial event a tremendous success in supporting our youth scholarships!

Thanks to all our sponsors this year. There are too many to list, but you can see them all here:

https://www.sbmccharity.org/yap/

Our Annual SBMC Fishing Trip was yet again a huge success and a ton of fun!

Thank you to all who came out to participate, and a special thanks to First Federal Bank for their $1000 sponsorship!

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JUNE SBMC GOLF OUTING

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!

Please contact golf@sbmcjax.com if you would like to be put on the waiting list in case of cancellation!

When: Friday, June 21, 2024

Where: Stillwater Golf & Country Club

1188 Stillwater Blvd., St. Johns, FL 32259

(904) 837-8153

The Golf Course was designed by Master Golf Course Architect Bobby Weed, who is well known for projects such as Grove XXIII (owned by Michael Jordan), The Olde Farm Golf Club, Medalist Golf Club, and Ponte Vedra Inn and Club. The course features a practice facility with Top Tracer Technology.

For more information on Stillwater and directions to the course go to https://www.stillwatergcc.com

Tee Times: 10:30, 10:40, 10:50, 11:00 and 11:10 am

Cost: $49.00 + tax (this is an amazing deal for this caliber of golf course and is a must play)

Book your foursome today at golf@sbmcjax.com.

The membership contest is in full swing!

You can win part of our $1,500 Cash Prize!

Here's how it works:

Every new member sponsored is worth one point.

Corporate sponsorships are worth 1 ½ points.

If your sponsored new member signs up for club sponsorship within one month of their membership start date you will receive another point.

January - March winner - $250 CASH

Congratulations to Jepp Walter with 4 new Members, including one Corporate!

April - June winner will receive $250 CASH at the first meeting in July.

July - September winner will receive $250 CASH at the first meeting in October.

October - December winner will receive $250 CASH at the first meeting in January.

Overall winner will receive $500 CASH at the first meeting in January 2025.

Many great upcoming events are in the works, so make sure you stay tuned into our Event Lineups and Newsletters!

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