Meeting attendance continued robust, principally with informative programs on War on Terrorists by representatives from the military. Youth activities included Octagon Club work for fund raising to provide Christmas decorations to our troops and supplies for building and rebuilding schools in IRAQ. Six scholarships awarded to CHS seniors totaled $12,200, including two remembrance of recently deceased Optimists, Past President Paul Bryan and past Coronado High School principal Wilf Seaman. Recognition Awards: Life Membership to Del Cummins, Presidential Citation to Marilyn Schaefer. (Program Chairperson), and Optimist of the Year to Richard Madouse! Club achieved Honor Club status. Year end membership: 151.