Problems with Underage Drinking

June 6 - Melody Johnson, Vice President of Marketing for the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, assisted by Cassidy Olson and Bobbie Cassano of the Tempe Coalition, gave us an interactive presentation on the Problems with Underage Drinking. The data were for underage drinkers in general, along with some statistics for the City of Tempe. The presentation involved having the audience answer questions in real time via "clickers". This technique was very effective in emphasizing just how prevalent and dangerous underage drinking is within our communities. The statistics are shocking and disturbing. Tempe has a grant to study the problem and develop solutions to help reduce the amount of alcohol being consumed by minors. The club agreed that this was one of the best presentations we have received and we encourage other groups to contact Bobbie Cassano (bobbie_cassano@tempe.gov) to arrange for a presentation.