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Monthly Business Meeting Minutes

 

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MINUTES OCTOBER BUSINESS MEETING

 

The meeting was called to order by President George Brown on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at 7:32 PM at the Post Home at the Amvets Post 118. There were 15 members (12 signed in) in attendance. Absent was: Director John Mackay. The Minutes for the September Meeting were read and approved without discussion. Motion to accept Tony D'Alterio, second, Wayne Barner.

 

 

A Moment of Silence was offered for the following Deceased Veterans:

David C. Evans, Sr., USA; Thomas J. Heslip, Jr., USAF; Robert D. Lucas, USA; Allan R. Scott, USMC; Jordan L. Chrobot, USMC, killed in Afghanistan; and all US Troops KIA in Afghanistan and Iraq during the past month.

 

 

The following Announcements were made at the Meeting:

The next Board Meeting, Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 7:30 PM at George Brown's house; and the next Business Meeting, Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 7:30 PM at the Chapter Home at Amvets Post 118.

 

Historic Car Club of PA meet and flea market, Sunday, October 18, 2009 at the Delaware County Community College from 10 AM to 3 PM, rain or shine.

 

The next State Council Meeting will take place the weekend of October 24 and 25, 2009. Reservation deadlines at the Super 8 are October 2, 2009.

 

Media Veterans Day Parade will take place on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Assemble at 10:30 PM, Step off at 11:30 PM.

 

 

The following Communications were received at the Meeting:

Judy Campbell is designing a coin as a fund-raising venture for the Gold Star mothers.

 

 

There was no Guest Speaker at the Meeting.

 

 

Dick Smith stated that Jeff White is recuperating slowly and that Ken Mabe is acting State Council President. The State Council Meeting will take place the weekend of October 24 and 25, 2009.

 

 

The following Committee Reports were given:

Jim Ulmer, Education, stated that we were invited to speak to a senior veterans organization: The Lehigh Valley Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge. It was a very interesting day. There were many good questions as they asked all about Vietnam.

 

Jim Ulmer, Government Affairs, stated that advanced health care funding for the V.A. passed both the House and Senate and must now go to a Joint Committee. The President indicated he would sign the bill.

Anyone who has E-script should renew or they will freeze your account.

 

Frank Roessner, Product Sales, stated that he did well at the flea market that was held at the Penn State Delaware County Campus on Sunday, September 13.

 

Bill Gafford, Fund Raising, suggested asking for donations for poppies along the parade route in Media on November 11. We need volunteers.

 

Bill Pyle, Public Affairs, stated that the Historic Car Club of PA meet and flea market will take place on Sunday, October 18, 2009 at the Delaware County Community College from 10 AM to 3 PM, rain or shine. Assemble at 8 AM. Again, we need volunteers.

 

Ray Stankus, Honor Guard, stated that seven members attended the Gold Star Mother's Day service in Washington, D.C. on Sunday, September 27 and thanked them.

The Media Veterans Media Veterans Day Parade will take place on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Meet for breakfast at the Court Diner at 9:00 AM, Step off at 11:30 PM. We will need seven members for the Firing Squad. (Ray stated the President and Treasurer will pay for breakfast at the Court Diner!).

 

 

The following Old Business was discussed:

The Newtown Township Veterans Memorial will have a ground breaking ceremony in Newtown Square on Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 1 PM.

 

 

The following New Business was discussed:

Wreaths Across America will take place on Saturday, December 12, 2009. They will be transporting wreaths from Maine to Arlington National Cemetery. The ceremony will take place around 8 AM so we will have to leave around 5 AM.

 

On Wednesday, October 21, 2009, Amvets Post 118 will have a roast beef dinner starting at 5 PM. Amvets Post 118 will also be open after the Parade on November 11.

 

Proposal 09-002 by Jeff Elliot that the Chapter take out a full page ad in the Delaware County Veterans Council Ad Book for $65.00. Second, Tony D'Alterio. Motion passed.

 

Proposal 09-003 by Jeff Elliot that the Chapter send the President and a guest to the Veterans Day Dinner at the Towne House on November 11 for $52.00 ($26 per person). Second, Tom Clay. Motion passed.

 

 

The following matters were discussed in Open Discussion:

George Brown stated he is looking into having someone contact Ralph Galati as a possible guest speaker at a meeting and as a possible member.

 

George Brown talked about Stand Down. He stated 377 veterans were serviced over 2 days at the Philadelphia V.A. Hospital. 70 percent were new participants. This year one veteran who was a former participant served this year as a volunteer. More volunteers are needed.

Frank Roessner asked about contacting Joe Sestak for tents for Stand Down. George stated the problem is that none are available. Congressman Sestak knows all about Stand Down and does what he can behind the scenes for it. George also said that when the Stryker Brigade gets re-equipped perhaps we may get their old tents and equipment. Frank then asked about using the former Navy Yard as a site for Stand Down. George replied that phone, water, electric service must be readily available and that may not be the case at the old Navy Yard.

 

Newman University will be holding a class on the History of the Battleship for 4 Fridays starting October 23, 2009 at 1 PM.

 

Tom Clay mentioned that the Wildwood Chapter of the VVA raised $75,000.00 and is going to erect a permanent half-size replica of the Wall. They will have a dedication sometime in the Spring.

 

Motion to adjourn by Jeff Elliot, second Tom Clay.

Meeting adjourned at 9:25 PM.

 

Respectfully Submitted,

Michael S. Kalichak, Secretary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Last month's minutes

 

 

 

MINUTES SEPTEMBER BUSINESS MEETING

 

The meeting was called to order by President George Brown on Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 7:35 PM at the Post Home at the Amvets Post 118. There were 9 members (8 signed in) in attendance. Absent were Jack Mitch, Treasurer, and Directors Lou Garay, Bill Gafford, John Mackay, Bill Pyle and Ray Stankus. The Minutes for the May Meeting were read and approved without discussion. Motion to accept Tony D'Alterio, second, Wayne Barner..

A Moment of Silence was offered for the following Deceased Veterans:

James J. Clark, USA; Warren C. DiEgidio, USMC; James Millison, USMC; Michael Mongelli, USA; Walter P. O'Malley, USA; and all US Troops KIA in Afghanistan and Iraq during the past month.

The following Announcements were made:

1. The next Board Meeting, Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 7:30 PM at George Brown's house; and the next Business Meeting, Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at 7:30 PM at the Chapter Home at Amvets Post 118.

2. Operation Stand Down, Philadelphia, PA, weekend of September 11 to September 13, 2009.

3. Gold Star Mother's Day, Sunday, September 27, 2009, Washington, D.C. Deadline for reservations September 17, 2009.

4. Historic Car Club of PA meet and flea market, Sunday, October 18, 2009 at the Delaware County Community College from 10 AM to 3 PM, rain or shine.

5. The next State Council Meeting will take place the weekend of October 24 and 25, 2009. Reservation deadlines at the Super 8 are October 2, 2009.

There were no Communications received.

There was no Guest Speaker.

There was no State Council report.

The following Committee Report was given:

Frank Roessner, Product Sales, stated that there will be a flea market at the Penn State Delaware County Campus on Sunday, September 13, 2009

The following Old Business was discussed:

Mike Kalichak stated that Pennsylvania's lack of a state budget has affected our grant. Even though all paperwork was submitted on time, since there is no state budget, there are no funds for disbursal. Once a budget is passed we will be notified about our grant and also when to apply for 2010-11.

The following New Business was discussed:

1. George Brown stated that at the VVA National Convention in Louisville, KY, Lt. Gen. Honore was a guest speaker. He spoke about the mess in New Orleans as a result of Hurricane Katrina and used it for a lesson in survival in the face of either a natural or man-made disaster. He recommended that each family have at least 3 days supply of food and water stockpiled as well as batteries for radios, blankets, and any medications that family need and take.

George also stated that Miss America 2000 was present. She is from KY and she works with homeless veterans.

The Leadership Conference will take place in Florida in the summer of 2010. This is the time to plan.

2. In regards to Gold Star Mother's Day, the deadline for reservations is September 17. Call George or email him if you want to go.

3. Frank Roessner discussed buying white gloves for the Honor Guard Rifle Squad to use. Wayne Barner offered to donate a dozen pairs to the Chapter. His offer was accepted.

The following matters were discussed in Open Discussion:

1. George Brown mentioned that John Brown's mother died this past August. The Chapter sent him a card and fruit basket.

2. Jeff White and Ron Jones are home from the hospital. Ron will be facing further surgery later in the month.

3. George Brown mentioned that there will be a Clam Bake at the Herbert W. Best VFW Post 928 on Saturday, September 26, 2009, starting at 1 PM. Cost $25 per person.

Amvets Post 118 in Morton will hold their Crabfest on Sunday, September 20, 2009 starting at 1 PM. Cost $25 per person. They will also hold their Installation Dinner on Saturday, September 19, 2009. Open Bar 6 PM, Dinner 7 PM. Cost not stated.

4. Bob O'Neil stated that the Philadelphia run of the Toys for Tots by the Marine Corps scheduled for November 1, 2009 is in trouble because of the city budget crisis. The City wants $30,000 for police overtime, security, etc.

Meeting adjourned by President George Brown at 8:15 PM.

 

Respectfully Submitted,

 

Michael S. Kalichak,

Secretary