ALR 136 Newsletter - October 2011

Meeting called to order at 3:04 PM:  Total present:  78 (78 members and 0 guests)

New Members:  Benny and Freda Swisher, Alan Highland, Charles Skilling, Gary Stewart, Shawn Davis

Minutes:  No corrections or additions to September minutes.

Treasurers (Diana Nelson) Corner:

• Treasurer readthefinancial report; accepted as read.

Veteran’s Coordinator (Dennis Joynt) Corner by Co-Director

• Next 136 Banana Run - 4 December 2011
• Operation Troop Care – Next shipment is in conjunction with KFDI Christmas in a Box. Collection box to be set up at the post, all items must be turned in to KFDI by 19 November. Provide names and addresses to VAC.
• Kansas Veterans Home – Committee visited 5 October to determine needs. Discussion under new business.

Co-Director’s (Ron Vangas) Corner:

• Read thank you and correspondence.
• Established 30 October as Patriot Guard Highway cleanup day.

Commander’s (Jake Defrees) Corner:

• Luncheon for National Commander at Post 136 on 19 October from 11:45 AM until 1:15 PM.
• Advised Flag Retirement ceremony, new member swearing in, and POW/MIA ceremony at Pavilion 11 November, 5:30 PM.

Patriot Guard (Terry Houck) corner

• Advised of Funeral for Franklin County Sheriff Deputy Russel Geist.
• Director, Co-Director and Road Guards meet to discuss Marine Toys for Tots mission after ALR meeting adjourns

S.A.L Commander’s (Jerry Armstrong, by Rick Babinger) Corner

• SAL Christmas Party 18 December 3 – 5 PM.
• VA Gift Store donations need to be received by the end of November.
• SAL donated $200 to the Mulvane Police Toys for Kids Poker Run held 1 October.

Ladies Auxiliary (Pat Johnston) Corner

• Nothing to report.

Fundraising Chairperson (Asonjia Stewart) Corner

• Elvis Impersonator fund raiser 24 September generated &765 towards the patio fund.
• Saturday, 29 October – Halloween Part at the Post
• Bring Snacks
• Dress Up
• Music by the Mulvane DJ’s

Director’s (Jerry Berry) Corner

• Veteran’s Appreciation Day – 22 October
• Friday, 21 October – Arrange dining room after kitchen closes for QOV display.
• Saturday, 22 October –
• 0800 – Put flags on fence and start setting up
• 1000 - Horseshoes Tournament
• 1200 – Free food and Non-alcohol drinks
• Music – Joe Dawley
• Sunday, 6 November  - Marine Corp Toys for Tots  
• Friday, 11 November  - Douglas High School Veterans Day activities  
• Thanked the members for promoting a positive image through their appearance, setting an example for other Posts to follow.

Additional Items Reported

• Rick Babinger passed along Jerry Armstrong’s comments of appreciation for those who attended his mother’s funeral. Margaret Armstrong was a WWII Marine Corp Veteran.
• Kevin Conover thanked us on behalf of Post 10 (Winfield) for helping with the steak feed at the Kansas Veterans Home.

Unfinished Business

• Motion by Rick “Qtip” Johnson, seconded by Ben “Ditch” Roloff to donate to the Mulvane Police Toys for Kids Poker run held 1 October, and to annually obligate that amount. Motion Passed.
• Motion by Rick “Qtip” Johnson, seconded by Steve “red” Coberly, to add $500 to obligated money for the Kansas Veterans Home (KVH) in Winfield. Motion Passed
• Motion by Ben Roloff from August meeting to donate $5000 to KVH readdressed.
• Motion changed to $4500 since we just passed previous motion to add $500 to obligated money for KVH. Seconded by Jerry “Bowhunter” Kirk. Motion failed.

New Business/Discussion Items:

• Motion by Jerry “Bowhunter” Kirk, seconded by Ben “Ditch” Roloff, authorizing purchase of 400 challenge coins at best available price. Previous supplier raised prices over $2 per coin since last order. Motion Passed.
• Motion by Terri “Shirt Babe” Lehman, seconded by Terry “Darkhorse” Houck, to provide free breakfast buffet for Mulvane High School student volunteers for the 4 December Banana Run. Motion Passed.
• Rick Babinger rescinded his motion to obligate $500 to Wreaths across America after it was pointed out we had obligated $136 at last month’s meeting. Jerry “Bowhunter” Kirk made new motion, seconded by Sherry Evans, to increase obligated money for this item from $136, by $364, to a total of $500. Motion Passed
• Rick Babinger discussed building renovations, suggesting alternative approach to be discussed in more detail at separate meeting.
• Jake “Lucky Dog” Defrees made a motion, seconded by Jerry “Papa J” Ward, to donate $550 to the Quilts of Valor. Motion was amended to $1000. Motion Passed.
• Jerry “Bowhunter” Kirk read Thank You from Honor Flight participant Bill Crow.
• Jerry “Bowhunter” Kirk suggested a group together to go to different locations to visit veterans on 11 November, Veterans Day.
• Terry “Darkhorse” Houck advised there is a new book available called “The Wall”. It can be ordered for $10. Watch for additional info through email.
• Reminded membership that new scholarship is available. Spread the word so we can get more than one applicant this year.

Tuesday Rides:  Meet at the post at 5 PM, leave at 5:30 PM.

• 18 October      - RD’s County Line, 108 N 2^nd, Mulvane – Jerry Berry
• 25 October      - Buffalo Wild Wings, 1918 N. Rock Road, Derby – Ron Vangas
• 1 November    - Riverside Café, 824 N. Baltimore, Derby – Terri Lehman
• 8 November    – Las Palmas Mexican Restaurant, 119 W. Central, Andover – Moe Metz
• 15 November  – Haysville VFW, 7504 S. Broadway, Haysville, - JD Dunham

50/50:  Collected $104.00 - half ($52.00) won by Terry Houck, who donated his share to the Auxiliary.

Meeting adjourned:  5:00 PM - Motion by Jerry “Papa J” Ward, seconded by the rest of the members present.

Next Meeting:  Sunday, 13 November, 3:00 PM

Jerry (Hawkeye) Berry

ALR 136 Newsletter - September 2011

Meeting called to order at 3:04 PM:  Total present:  75 (72 members and 3 guests)

Guest Maria Sauers and Member Chuck Vrana: Maria, wife of 136 member Robert Sauers, and Chuck Vrana presented donations ($525 and $130 respectively) to Post 136 from Memorials established upon the passing of Robert in a motorcycle accident 17July, 2011.

New Members:  Tom Coffman, Charles Skilling

Minutes:  No corrections or additions to August minutes.

Treasurers (Diana Nelson) Corner:

• Treasurer readthefinancial report; accepted as read.

Veteran’s Coordinator (Dennis Joynt) Corner by Co-Director

• 14 August, 2011 banana run included 25 members/ 80 bags
• Next 136 Banana Run - 4 December 2011
• 7 August 2011, Operation Troop Care – mailed 6 packages to deployed troops.
• 15 September 2011 Gold Star Mothers Flag Presentation to JROTC at South High School
• Suggested dedicating 1 member from each Banana Run to weed flower bed by entry. No discussion.
• Read email from Pfc Travis Engels thanking Post for care package

Co-Director’s (Ron Vangas) Corner:

• Director discussed Operation Stand Down for Homeless Veterans.

Commander’s (Jake Defrees) Corner:

• Art Beale resigned as commander due to medical issues. Jake Defrees assumes duties.
• Advised Flag ceremony at Pavilion commemorating 9/11 attacks will follow ALR meeting.
• Requested max attendance at Monday night’s Legion meeting to vote on new 1^st Vice Commander and 2 BOG positions.

S.A.L Commander’s (Jerry Armstrong) Corner

• Thanked all who helped with Coney Island for Old Settlers Day.
• Special thanks to Nancy Johnson for meat preparation.
• Next SAL meeting moved to 16 October to match ALR meeting.
• Tentative date for SAL Christmas party tabled until next meeting.

Ladies Auxiliary (Pat Johnston) Corner

• Barb Giovanni reminded Auxiliary 2012 dues of $25 are now due.

Fundraising Chairperson (Asonjia Stewart) Corner

• Rick Babinger reiterated supporting the Elvis Impersonator fund raiser 24 September
• 2 hour show. $10 per person
• Proceeds go to Patio Fund
• Need help setting up Dining Room Friday night, 23 September.
• Briefly Discussed Patio Project this fundraiser is being held for.

Patriot Guard (Terry Houck) corner

• Debriefed on recent Patriot Guard missions and thanked all for continued support.

Director’s (Jerry Berry) Corner

Briefed on the following upcoming events:

• WWII Army Veteran Roy Sargeant Funeral - Monday, 12 September
• Armed Forces Tribute - Friday, 16 September
• Oaklawn Fall Festival Parade - Saturday, 17 September
• State ALR Rally at Post 256 – Friday/Sunday, September 23 – 25
• McConnell Open House/Air Show – Sunday, 25 September
• Haysville Homecoming Ride On – Friday, 30 September
• Mulvane Police Toys for Kids Poker Run – Saturday, 1 October
• Douglas Frontier Day – Saturday, 8 October
• Change Meeting Date to 16 October – Winterset, Iowa trip this weekend
• Need RC
• Newton Toy Run (Post 10 Supported) – Sunday, 9 October

Additional Items Reported

• Doug Lehman made motion, 2^nd by Ben Roloff, to obligate $1000 for next year’s Scholarship fund. Motion passed unanimously.
• Jerry Allen discussed motion from last month’s meeting concerning donation to Kansas Veterans Home in Winfield. Continued discussion under unfinished business.
• Buz Nye shared message from SAL member Dan Selley, currently stationed as civilian contractor in Kandahar.
• Darrell Hacker shared thoughts on Kansas Veterans Foster Homes.
• Kevin Conover reported the Winfield VFW and Legion Post 10 jointly providing steak dinner at Kansas Veterans Home on 15 October. Requested donation.
• Pat Thacker made motion to donate $100 to help cover steak costs, seconded by Don Carey. Passed.

Unfinished Business

• Jerry Allen discussed final T – Shirt design
• Changed dog tag image and will leave on back
• Gold Shirt with pocket.
• Veteran’s Appreciation Day – Saturday, 22 October
• Need volunteers – watch for email
• Connie Berry gave update on Angel Pin pricing.
• Committee reports
• VA Donation – No additional info at this time.
• Kansas Veterans Home Donation – No additional info at this time.

New Business/Discussion Items:

• Ben Roloff presented Doug Lehman with new ride name patch – Diesel Doug
• Gold Star Mothers/Wreaths across America – Saturday, 10 December. No discussion or action taken.
• Jerry Allen made motion, seconded by Rick Babinger, to donate $200 to Kansas Veterans home to assist with postage to mail their care packages to the deployed on their list.
• Ben Roloff made motion, seconded by Barb Giovanni, to donate $5000 to the Post 136 Legion Patio Fund. No discussion. Motion passed.
• Darrell Hacker advised his foster veteran’s brother, Sgt Lester Peak, will be mobilized in Hayes, Ks on 30 September.
• Jerry Allen discussed the Marine Corps Toys for Tots toy run coming up 6 November. Asked if members wished to participate again this year. All in attendance agreed.
• Dennis McDonough advised he is selling commemorative 9/11 coins for Legacy fundraiser.
• Doug Lehman discussed State Rally meeting. Encouraged all to attend.
• Due to new bylaw changes, only allowed 2 voting members regardless of Chapter size
• Motion made by Jerry Allen, seconded by Ben Roloff that 2 spokespersons should be Director Jerry Berry and Co Director Ron Vangas. Motion passed.

Tuesday Rides: 

Members present agreed to permanently change the meet/depart times to 1700/1730 respectively.  

• 13 September  – Red Robin, 9990 E. 13^th, Wichita, - Jan Bauer
• 20 September  - Twin Peaks, 8310 E 21^st St N, Wichita – Terri Lehman
• 27 September  – Bartellis Pizzeria, 10330 W Central, Wichita – Bill Johnson
• 4 October        – Benton Airpark, 14789 SW 30^th T, Benton – Barb Giovanni
• 11 October      – Seneca St Bar and Grill, 3738 S Seneca, Wichita - Asonjia
• 18 October      – RD’s County Line, 108 N 2^nd, Mulvane – Jerry Berry

50/50:  Collected $102.00 - half ($51.00) won by John DeArmond

Meeting adjourned:  5:00 PM - Motion by Don Carey, seconded by Darrell Hacker.

Next Meeting:  Sunday, 16 October, 3:00 PM

 

Jerry (Hawkeye) Berry