ERIC V. DICKSON Post 1980

AMERICAN LEGION

October 23, 2007 Regular Meeting Minutes

 

Colors posted

Opening prayer observed

POW-MIA empty chair observed

Pledge and preamble recited 

Meeting called to order at 7:15 p.m.

Previous meeting minutes not available.

Finance report not available.

  1. NEW MEMBER(S):  None.

 

  1. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS: 

   The Commander introduced Bob Tyler and members of the 4-H “Shooting Club.  The Shooting Club is asking for registration costs for the upcoming American Legion shooting event.  The members explained their current fiscal situation and displayed their weapons.  A motion was made and accepted to donate $125 to their cause.

  1. COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Scholarship.  N. Sooy briefed that the application has been approved and that the High School is advertising in their monthly flyer.      

Veterans Day Meal/Christmas Party.  The Commander briefed that the appointed Committee previously met at Bucks and explained what the establishment was offering for the Veterans Day Meal/Christmas Party.  R. Cox provided an update to the Commander’s comments.  It appears that what was initially agreed upon with management at Bucks had changed.  The Post decided to allow the Committee to explore other opportunities and to make the decision as to where the events will be held.

  1. SICK CALL:  R. Herk’s mother is ill in Arizona.  The Commander and Post wish her well.  Additionally, the Post will send her a get-well card.

 

  1. SERVICE OFFICER: 

M. McKenna provided an update regarding the trailer park situation that concerns some Post members.  Marty stated that Gene Bitterman is “in charge” of the move.  Marty will provide an update as a meeting of residents along with Gene Bitterman is to take place in the near future.

  1. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:  

By-Laws.   P. James and R. Cox stated that they have a number of examples of other Post’s by-laws to distribute to the Committee members for review and to use as templates. 

Cruise Above the Clouds.  The Commander received a check in the amount of $300 for the Post’s participation. 

  1. NEW BUSINESS: 

Post Banner.  N. Sooy explained the cost and configuration of the banner.  A motion was made and accepted to authorize Nick to spend up to $200 to purchase the banner.

Adjutant Position.  The Commander briefed that our present Adjutant had resigned.  Andy Tyler stated he would be more than happy to assume the position in one month.  A motion was made and accepted for Andy to assume the position of Adjutant. 

Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

Bill Fischer                                          

Commander 

                                                           

Attendees: 

Nick Sooy        Annette Sooy               Kirby Laughlin

Jerry Paul         Robby Cox                  Andy Tyler

Bob Mericle     Marty McKenna           Bill Fischer