DECEMBER 28, 2009 MINUTES
The meeting was called to order at 1820 HRS at the home of Vicki and Richard Beery, By Commander Foote. The following members were present:
Richard Felkey
Jack Youngs
Tom Hughes
David Freeman
Floyd Beery
Richard Beery
Susan Barnett
Ivan Smith
Randall Erickson
Brad Spencer
Bruce Irving
Arnold Burr
Douglas Foote
Howard Wallace
The Commander noted that Jack Youngs and Susan Barnett had traveled from Virginia for the meeting.
The Commander advised that the minutes on the November meeting are posted on the Post website. It was moved, seconded and passed that the minutes of that meeting be accepted as posted.
The Adjutant reported that the Post has $341.76 in the Syringa Bank account and a check for $35.00 for deposit. The Adjutant will be receiving a check for $35.00 from the account in payment for a legion cap, for which the check was written to the Post, instead of personally to the Adjutant, who had prepaid.
The Commander related that he and his wife had attended Christmas at the Idaho Veteran's Home. The celebration there was excellent.
Old Business
No old business was discussed.
New Business.
The Commander advised that his research has revealed that the Post can obtain flag kits for resale to businesses and private homes for $29.00 each for the economy kit or $33.00 for the standard kit. There would be a $3.00 to $5.00 shipping charge. The Post can order as few as three kits at a time for the bulk rate.
The Commander said that he has over 400 pictures of the Veteran's Day parade, on DVD.
The Commander advised that the Post will now do a "Split the pot" drawing at each meeting. Tickets will be sold for $1.00 each and the pot will be split between the winner and the Post. A drawing was held. Bruce Irving won. The Post received $18.00.
The Commander announced that Richard Felkey is standing down from his position as Sergeant at Arms for health reasons. Nominations were opened for the position. Brad Spencer was nominated. There were no other nominations. Brad was elected by unanimous voice vote.
Sick Call
Commander Foote advised that Reme Van Peapeghem's wife is ill. It was also reported that Paul Paxton has been ill, with Agent Orange related ailments.
Discussion was held regarding pending legislation changing the eligibility for Agent Orange disability from those who were "In Country" to those who served in the region. It was reported that Representative Simpson has not signed on as a sponsor for the bill. The Commander reported that Representative Minnick has signed on as a sponsor and will pressure Simpson and others. He advised that the Department is sending a letter to both and other legislators regarding this matter, and that National is following the legislation closely and bringing pressure where possible regarding this legislation.
The Commander mentioned the program "Bagdad Pups" which was created to bring home pets discovered and rescued in conflict areas by our troops. They are real morale builders for the troops. There is information regarding this program on the Post website.
There being no other business, the meeting was adjourned at 1845 HRS and all present enjoyed a great pot luck dinner with the fried chicken from Albertsons paid for by the post. Albertsons gave the post a $20 gift card towards the purchase of the chicken.
Respectfully submitted,
David Freeman
Adjutant
The next meeting will be on January 25 at the Sunrise Cafe in Middleton.
