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DISTRICT 2 MEETING MINUTES (Please note, these are draft minutes of the most recent meeting and have not been approved by the District 2 Committee. Changes may be made at the next meeting, based on updated information.)
December 14, 2025
Opened with Serenity Prayer and Roll Call
In Person:
Voice/Vote: Christa, Patrick, Ron, Bill, Sean, Amanda, Shay, Dena, Craig
Voice/No Vote: Marcy, Conrad, Hank, Tim G
Zoom:
Voice/Vote: Kenda, Taylor, Todd, Rachel, Kelli, Sage, Rachel, Jane, Mike, Manon
Voice/No Vote:
District 2 member contact info update – Passed around a copy for updates
Step 12 – Bill
New Business
● Traditions/Concepts 12 Study – Christa & Bill
● Bill will do Step 1 next month
● GSR Discussion Q & A Session
○ Bill and Marcy shared that they attended the Area Assembly, where both votes
were defeated, and Bill expressed concern about the lack of time to bring issues
back to groups for meaningful discussion. To improve communication, the group
supported asking Martha to prepare a concise delegates report and present it via
a Zoom hybrid format so groups can better understand key issues and provide
informed input.
○ Rather than Martha giving a full presentation, there was consensus around a
short, 20–30 minute overview focused on the most relevant items for Colorado.
Manon will reach out to Martha to get on her calendar, and members agreed that
making the report accessible to groups across the area would be a helpful step in
strengthening communication and participation.
○ Christa shared that she has created a District 2 folder for GSRs that includes
flyers, event information, and the District 2 contact list.
● How to spend any 2025 budget overage
○ The group discussed how to spend an estimated $1,000 in remaining 2025
budget overage, noting that the procedure guide requires excess funds remaining
in 2026 to be distributed to either GSO, Central Office (CO), Grapevine, or La
Viña. Craig explained that gratitude dinner ticket sales generated about $630 in
surplus and that historically this overage has been retained, though the related
budget line item may be revisited in the future. Last year’s budget overage was
used for literature, and there was general agreement that the funds should be
spent this year rather than carried forward.
○ Much of the discussion focused on literature needs and distribution. Mike shared
that $600 is currently allocated for books, but 100 books purchased in August are
already nearly gone, with literature serving both men’s and women’s programs.
Several members emphasized the growing need for literature and Grapevine
subscriptions in treatment facilities, women’s recovery programs, and outreach
efforts, while others raised ideas such as storage space and support for Central
Office, which is currently behind financially. There was also discussion clarifying
gratitude banquet expenses and recent coffee pot purchases, as well as
acknowledging expanding outreach to treatment facilities, though corrections
funding would need to be addressed in a future budget.
○ Bill made a motion to allocate half of the remaining funds to purchase literature for
Todd and Mike, $100 for old Grapevines, $50 for service manuals for GSR
packets, and to direct any remaining funds to Central Office. The motion was
seconded by Ron and passed unanimously with no opposition or abstentions.
● 2027/2028 Convention bid update
○ Christa asked members for support to continue exploring a possible bid for the
2027 or 2028 state convention, and members were supportive. District 14
expressed willingness to cohost, and Delta/Montrose is also willing to cohost.
Dena emphasized the importance of clear communication when collaborating.
Christa will continue conversations regarding the bid.
● PAI for 2026 General Service Conference
○ Christa asked GSRs to share this with their groups and gather input.
● New Business from the floor
○ None.
GSR Reports
● Attraction Group – Nancy – Absent
● Brown Baggers – Open
● Early Birds – Open
● Forever Young – Amanda reported that Forever Young is going well, with a handful of
newcomers attending. The group is currently working to fill service positions.
● HOG – Taylor reported that HOG has good attendance and that the group is pleased with
district activities. They are currently looking for a new GSR.
● Lunch Bunch – Kenda reported that the Lunch Bunch has 15–40 members and is in need
of a chairperson, secretary, and Grapevine representative. Contributions are going well,
including online contributions, and members who attended the gratitude dinner wanted to
pass along their thanks to Manon. However, the group raised concerns about fundraising
at the dinner, noting that it was originally intended as a gratitude event with speakers and
district emphasis, not a fundraiser, and that appeals for money felt heavy-handed. Christa
emphasized that this should not be discussed today, and Patrick suggested setting it up
as a new business item.
● Oddballs – Ron reported that this will be his last meeting as GSR for Oddballs, with Tim
stepping up as the new GSR starting in January. The group is doing well financially, and
excess funds are being sent to Central Office, a practice they have been following for the
past three months and plan to continue for a total of six months.
● Clifton Originals – Heather – Absent
● Promises – Shea reported that Promises is doing great, with participation from people in
corrections. The group recently held a very successful potluck with about 50 attendees,
generating a lot of engagement. They also have someone interested in standing for an
alternate position.
● Saturday Morning Women’s – Kelli reported that Saturday Morning Women’s is doing
well, with meetings being well attended. However, starting in January they will not have
an alternate GSR or GSR, meaning the group will not be represented at district meetings,
which is concerning, but no one has stepped up to fill the positions.
● Sisters in Sobriety – Rachel was not able to attend the business meeting for Sisters in
Sobriety. Marcy, the alternate, reported that three other members besides herself
attended. The group tabled the discussion about having Craig come to talk about
finances until they could announce it to the whole group and get consensus on whether
they want him to present for 5–10 minutes to explain what the district does. The group is
doing well, averaging about 20 attendees depending on the season.
● Tuesday Night Men’s – Bill reported that 5–6 people from the Circle Group attended last
Tuesday night’s meeting. They have seen a few newer members coming regularly and
staying. The group has opened a greeter position and is considering adding more service
positions.
● Saturday Men’s Group – Sean reported that the Saturday Men’s Group is doing well, with
strong attendance and quite a few newcomers. They have been helping veterans attend
meetings, and overall things are going well.
● (Fruita) As Bill Sees It Group – Open
Officer Reports
● Secretary Report – Angela asked for approval of the November minutes. Craig made a
motion to accept, Marcy seconded, and all approved..
● Co-DCM Report – Christa shared that she has been observing other district meetings to
identify efficiencies in structure. She plans to start adding future discussion topics to the
end of each agenda so members can plan ahead and help spread the word.
● Member at Large Report – Dena reported that the Central Office online store had a strong
start in November, earning $1,300 in its first full month, and Theresa confirmed it has
been manageable without impacting in-house sales. Groups planning to make
contributions are asked to do so by the end of the year. Innergroup is in need of a
secretary as well as a treasurer. Attendance is very low, with only 7 innergroup reps
present out of 235 groups. Sales of non-AA-approved literature were tabled again, and a
Central Office 101 session is planned for 2026. There was discussion about adding a
chart in the newsletter showing contributing groups, with mixed opinions, and Kenda
expressed concern about anonymity. Delta is hosting an Alkathon at Friends of Bill. Dena
also noted that a volunteer has stepped in to help cover for Bonnie in her unplanned
absence, while Theresa continues to manage operations.
● Treasurer Report – Craig asked if there were any questions on the Treasurer’s report he
sent out. He made a motion to forward $128 to the area, which Shay seconded. Bill
asked if the money could instead go to Central Office, which is still short on funds, since
the area has already received its full allocation. The motion was opposed by all and
failed, so the money will return to the general fund and be distributed as previously
decided.
Open Positions:
● Committee Chairs: Alt DCM & Grapevine
Committee Reports: Due to limited time, not all reports were presented.
● Archives – Jane reported that she has begun collecting minutes from business meetings,
agendas, and information on various District 2 events. She asked members to send
these materials so the district can preserve this history while maintaining anonymity.
● PI – Keith
● CPC – Todd
● Treatment – Mike
● Events – Manon
● Corrections – Anthony
● Grapevine – Open
● Meeting List – Sage reported that meeting lists were printed last week at Central Office,
but Theresa preferred they not use the Central Office printer. There is a printer previously
left by the former meeting list coordinator that Sage would need to keep at home, though
space is tight in her apartment. The ink cartridges are low, costing $137, and funds would
be needed to replace them. Craig noted there is $150 in funds for this position, and
Christa said she will follow up with Sage after the meeting.
● Website – Patrick
● Ad-Hoc Third Legacy Chair
Old Business: Due to time constraints, these items were not addressed during the
meeting.
● Old Business from the floor
● January 2026:
○ Possible continued discussion on Committee Member voting at District Meetings
○ Discussion regarding how District 2 can better support incoming GSRs
● February 2026:
○ What do you want to learn from your district?
○ Step 10 Workshop (Shea)
● March 2026:
○ Discussion: Should District 2 change banks to allow easier electronic access and
contributions?
● April 2026
○ Discussion: How to speak with groups about money
Announcements
● District 2 website address: AA-ColoradoDistrict2.org
● If you aren’t receiving emails, you can email webmaster@aa-coloradodistrict2.org or let
one of the DCMs know
● Central Office website: https://aa-westerncolorado.com/
Upcoming Events
● Next District 2 meeting: January 18, 2026 at 4 p.m.
● Spring 2026 Assembly in Fort Collins is March 20-22, 2026
● Summer 2026 Assembly is in Ignacio is July 17-19, 2026
● 2026 State Convention is August 21-23 2026 in Colorado Springs
● SWARSA is September 18-20 in Raleigh, NC
Closed with Responsibility Statement