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Issue 224 | April 14, 2024

In our recent meeting at San Jose Country Club, we had a good time and good food. The head table was graced by notable guests including James Lampke of NetTech Consultants Inc, Charles McBurney of Harris Guidi Rosner, P.A., Chris Miller, Jax City Council Member, and our speaker, Florida State Senator Clay Yarborough. For an opportunity to join the head table at our next event, please contact me at president@sbmcjax.com.

Jepp Walter of Marlin Technology won the quarterly membership drive by sponsoring the majority of the 11 new members. However, after reviewing the list it was determined that Ken Petch was missing one of his corporate sponsors. This would have resulted in a tie, however, after some discussion we decided since it was already announced and awarded, the one missing corporate new member would be counted on the 2nd quarter contest. Jepp and Ken are very competitive and there is a friendly rivalry going on. It's all in good fun and enjoyable to hear them talk about it. Consider inviting your business acquaintances as a guest and let's grow our great club!

This last week's main speaker Florida State Senator Clay Yarborough provided an informative update on the legislative actions and key initiatives undertaken during the latest session in Tallahassee.

Highlighting significant legislative achievements, Senator Yarborough introduced the newly passed "squatter bill," aimed at empowering law enforcement with the necessary legal tools to address unlawful occupancy. This legislation establishes a formal eviction process, grants immunity in cases of wrongful eviction, and introduces criminal penalties for fraudulent property claims.

Another critical focus was on combating retail theft, with the passage of a bill that lowers the threshold for felony charges and creates new offenses related to theft from multiple dwellings. This measure is part of broader efforts to protect businesses from rampant retail crime, including "smash and grab" incidents.

On the front of human trafficking, Senator Yarborough discussed a bill that strengthens penalties and enhances support for victims. This legislation extends the operations of a direct support organization that aids victims and updates Florida's human trafficking hotline for more immediate assistance.

Additionally, Senator Yarborough touched on online protections for minors, the establishment of safe exchange zones for custody transfers, and the adjustment of employment regulations for minors, reflecting a responsiveness to community needs and safety.

Concluding his presentation, Senator Yarborough expressed his ongoing commitment to accountability and justice, particularly through attempts to repeal a controversial medical malpractice law. He emphasized the importance of community engagement and informed voting, particularly with the upcoming local elections.

Senator Yarborough's updates reflect a session focused on safety, legal reforms, and community well-being, ensuring that Florida's legislative actions resonate with and protect its citizens.

On Thursday some members and friends met for drinks and eats at a new establishment called Brew and Barrel. The club paid for the first round and Jepp Walter of Marlin Technology paid for the appetizers. We had a good time getting to know each other more and playing pool. If you didn't make it, we hope to see you at the next event.

Warmest regards,

Michael Best

2024 President

As we have consistently filled or exceeded our capacity at Season's 52, we have returned to San Jose Country Club for our meetings this year!

7529 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville FL 32217

(Across the street from Bolles Highschool)

We look forward to a hot buffet each meeting and lots of great speakers and networking.

If you are able, please try to pre-register by the Monday prior to each luncheon. This will help give the venue an accurate count, and also save you a few dollars!

Next Meeting

On April 24, we will welcome Clayton Wolfe, Executive Officer of the United States Coast Guard.

Click here to pre-register!

April 19

Please join us for our first Civic Volunteer Event of the year!

We will be working with HabiJax Restore on Friday, April 19 from 9:30am - 1:30pm.

5800 Beach Boulevard

Jacksonville, FL 32207

For additional details, or to volunteer, please contact Chris Bagley at Cbagley@holmesorg.com

Drawing May 8

May 9

Join us for a Meet-A-Member from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, hosted by

Gloria Vinson from LANDCO Properties, Inc.

Florida Tackle & Gun Club

9010 San Jose Blvd

Jacksonville 32257

Click here to purchase your tickets for $10 per person which will include hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine. Full bar will be open for purchase of other beverages.

All proceeds are to benefit The Vinson Foundation, Inc.

May 19

Please join us for another day of fun at the Jumbo Shrimp game on Sunday, May 19!

Doors open at 1pm, the game starts at 2:05pm against the Nashville Sounds.

The cost is $48 per person: food and non-alcoholic beverages will be served for the first 90 minutes along with a private server for beer and wine in the Skydeck!

Purchase your tickets online today before this event fills up!

If you have any questions, please contact Janessa Stanko at janessa@brandonstanko.com.

YAP GOLF UPDATE

Dear members of the Southside Business Men’s Club,

This is Angelo Volpe, SBMC 2008 Past President, and this year’s Youth Achiever Program (YAP) Crump Kirby Memorial Charity Golf Classic Chairman.

I, along with my co-chair SBMC Past President Jepp Walter, would like to invite you to the SBMC 29th Crump Kirby Memorial Youth Achiever GOLF CLASSIC, benefiting the Youth Achiever Scholarship Fund to be held on Monday, May 20th at The Golf Club at South Hampton @1:00 PM.

The net proceeds raised from this event will directly benefit the Southside Business Men’s Club Charities, Inc for disbursement to high school seniors and college students looking for financial assistance to further their higher education. We give $5,000 scholarships annually to this great cause.

The Youth Achiever Program (YAP) began in 1994 by Fred S. Harford -then 4th Vice President and Gene Bushor -then President. The original purpose of raising funds was to subsidize Southside Elementary Schools Safety Patrol students to take their annual trip to Washington D.C. After of couple of years of trying to fund this program with various types of fundraising activities, it became apparent that something else had to be done.

We are now two months out from our tournament, and we need hole sponsors for $175 and players at $125.00 per player which includes range balls, lunch, golf and a great BBQ dinner afterwards. We are also in need of major sponsors listed in our Sponsor Opportunity sheet. Be generous for the sake of our kids!

We also need the names of who is playing in your foursomes by no later than Thursday, May 16th so we can send the groupings to the golf course.

We sincerely need and appreciate your support for this great event, and we look forward to seeing you at this year’s tournament. Bring friends, associates and customers and make it a great day for a good cause!

Go to www.sbmccharity.org/yap to register or email me at angelo@volpemanagement.com if you have any questions. All donations are tax deductible under our 501c (3) designation.

Sincerely,

Angelo Volpe

2024 Tournament Chairman

Click here to view this year's Charity Golf Flyer

Please click here if you are interested in Sponsorship Opportunities!

We are also in need of donations for our Silent Auction Items.

If you are interested in contributing an item, please click here for our Auction Contribution Form!

The membership contest has begun!

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 will receive $250 CASH at the first meeting in April.

Congratulations to this Quarter's winner, 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.

June 15

This year's annual fishing trip out of Mayport is on

June 15.

$125 per person, but plan on providing your own lunch and drinks/beer, until we see how much we get in sponsorships.

We'd like to thank First Federal Bank for signing up for a $1000 sponsorship! This has enabled us to charge $125 as opposed to $150.

Richard Robinson of Pink Salt Restaurant has signed up to be our Boxed Lunch Sponsor!

If you are interested in becoming our beer sponsor, please contact Jepp Walter, contact details below.

We now have the ability for you to pay for your spots, and forward the registration below to your friends, colleagues and family.

SBMC Fishing Trip

Past President Jepp Walter

jepp@marlintech.net

904-838-8400

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