ALR 136 Newsletter – October 2013

Meeting called to order at 3:01PM: Total present: 33 members and 1 guest

Guest Speaker: None

Presentations: None

New Members: None

Minutes: September minutes sent by e-mail and posted on bulletin board. Accepted as posted

Treasurers (Diana Nelson) Corner:(Not present)

• Financial report read by Co-Director. Accepted as read.

Chaplains Corner (Ron Herndon) Sick Call update:

• John Metz’s mom passed away

Veteran’s Coordinator (John Metz): (Not Present)

• Next Banana Run will be Dec 15th

Co-Director’s (Jerry Berry) Corner:

• No correspondence

Commander’s (RG Resser) Corner: (Not present)

• If you go to the Post, don’t bother or get in the way of the workers. Rick Babinger said that people have left beer bottles in the back. This doesn’t sit well with the City Inspectors.

S.A.L Commander’s (Jerry Armstrong) Corner(Not present):Buz Nye reporting:

• SAL meeting will be held on Sunday Oct 13^th at 1:30 PM
• All tickets for the gun raffle are sold and drawing will be at the meeting Sunday

Ladies Auxiliary President’s (Lori Metz) Corner(Not present):

• Nothing to report

Fundraising Chairperson (Asonya Stewart): Not Present

• All fundraising on hold until remodel is complete

Patriot Guard and Road Captain’s (Darkhorse) Corner:

• Nothing to report

Director’s (Ron Vangas) Corner:

• Honor Flight departs Wed 9 Oct and returns Fri 11 Oct at 8:20 PM. Free parking and shuttle bus service in parking lot of Burlington Coat Factory
• Pick up Patriot Guard Highway Sun 20 Oct. Depart Post at noon
• Wichita Toy Run Rally Sun 3 Nov. Depart Lowe’s in Derby at 8:45AM
• Veterans Day program at Douglass Mon 11 Nov. Depart Casey’s in Mulvane at 8:45AM
• Attended key presentation for Marine Sgt Matt Amos in Mt Hope on Sat 28 Sept. Homes for our Troops have built over 140 homes so far. Sgt Amos lost both legs from an IED in Afghanastan. Cargill donated $100,000.00 to Homes for our Troops. Got business card from Cargill president. She said to call her if we ever need meat donated for an event. (side note: two Air Force and one Army veteran represented ALR 136, but no Marines)

Old Business:

• Veterans Christmas Committee recommended $1000.00 for the VA and $500.00 for Winfield. Motion was made by Susan Lee to obligate $1000.00 for the Wichita Va Christmas Banana Run and $500.00 for the Winfield Veterans Home. Seconded by Vicki Kalous. Motion carried.
• Elections will be held in December. So far we have had one person step up for Treasurer and one person for Chaplain. That won’t do it. If we don’t have a Director, than we don’t have an ALR

New Business/Discussion Items:

• Motion made by Doug Lehman to bring obligated monies for the McConnell Star Tree Fund to $500.00, seconded by Bruce Simmons. Motion carried

Floor opened to membership:

• Rick Babinger gave an update on the remodel. Still looks like will be done by end of November.
• Jarhead thanked JD and Darkhorse for keeping his place mowed while he was recuperating
• Susan Lee said that even though some facilities are closed at McConnell, the clinic is still open
• Doug Lehman suggested putting flags out at the Post on special days. Need volunteers.

50/50: Collected $41.00 - half ($20.50) won by Ben Swisher (Donated to the Building fund)

Next Meeting: 10 November at 3:00 PM (at Mulvane City Hall, 211 North 2^nd)

Meeting Adjourned: 3:55 PM. Motion by Gary Donaldson, second by Gio. Motion carried

Ron ‘Buckeye’ Vangas

ALR 136 Newsletter – September 2013

Meeting called to order at 3:04PM: Total present: 30 members and 3 guest

Guest Speaker: Member Steve Towns talked about Shriners Poker Run to benefit the Children’s Hospital. To be held Sat Sept 14th

Presentations: Martha Smith with the Quilts of Valor presented Steve Coberly with a quilt. Martha indicated that 250 quilts have been given out in Kansas so far this year

New Members: None

Minutes: August minutes sent by e-mail and posted on bulletin board. Accepted as posted

Treasurers (Diana Nelson) Corner:

• Read the financial report. Accepted as read.
• Motion made by Darkhorse to obligate $1000.00 for the 2014 scholarship, seconded by Norm Prue, motion carried

Chaplains Corner (Ron Herndon) Sick Call update:

• John Wise’s mother passed away
• Sheryl Carpenter underwent surgery for mouth cancer
• Nancy Johnson had both big toe nails removed
• Wayne Lewis has been diagnosed with throat cancer

Veteran’s Coordinator (John Metz):

• Next Banana Run will be Dec 15th

Co-Director’s (Jerry Berry) Corner:

• No correspondence

Commander’s (RG Resser) Corner: (not present-report by first Vice John Metz)

• Next meeting will be at Mulvane City Hall in Court Room

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

• Next meeting will be on the 6^th of October
• SAL Christmas Party will be held Dec 1^st at the Mulvane Rec Center
• Obligated $4500.00 for new bar
• Tickets for gun raffle now available

Ladies Auxiliary President’s (Lori Metz) Corner:

• Next meeting will be held same time as Legion meeting at City Hall in Commission Chambers

Fundraising Chairperson (Asonya Stewart): Not Present

• All fundraising on hold until remodel is complete

Patriot Guard and Road Captain’s (Darkhorse) Corner:

• Nothing to report

Director’s (Ron Vangas) Corner:

• ALR 136 scheduled to set flags at VA on Wed Sept 11th
• Pick up Patriot Guard Highway scheduled for Oct 20th

Old Business:

New Business/Discussion Items:

• Need to start thinking about ALR officers for 2014. Will send out an e-mail detailing each officer duties
• Christmas Banana Run and Winfield Veterans home Christmas donation was discussed. It was suggested that we don’t do enough for the Mulvane Vets. Question was asked why we donate to Winfield which is out of our District. Committee was formed to decide what to do for Christmas (Doug Lehman, John Metz, Ron Herndon, Deb Lynch, Jerry Berry, Diana Nelson, Ron Vangas)
• Wichita Toy Run scheduled for Sunday November 3^rd. Jarhead researching whether we will participate this year
• Ron will check out to see when Mulvane Toy run is scheduled

Floor opened to membership:

• No comments

50/50: Collected $68.00 - half ($34.00) won by Ron Herndon (Donated to the Building fund)

• Rick Babinger indicated that over $1500 has been given to the building fund from the 50/50

Next Meeting: 06 October at 3:00 PM (at Mulvane City Hall, 211 North 2^nd)

Meeting Adjourned: 3:45 PM. Motion by Greg Bauer, second by Steve Coberly. Motion carried

Ron ‘Buckeye’ Vangas

ALR 136 Newsletter – July 2013

Meeting called to order at 3:05PM: Total present: 53 members and 1 guest

Guest Speaker: None

Presentations: None

New Members: None

Minutes: June minutes sent by e-mail and posted on bulletin board: accepted as posted

Treasurers (Diana Nelson) Corner:

• Read the financial report. Accepted as read.

Chaplains Corner (Ron Herndon) Sick Call update:

• Pat and Linda Thacker’s niece, who is 1 year old, has been diagnosed with bone cancer. Please keep her and the family in your prayers
• Cub and Doug Grant had an accident coming home from RAGS. Doug had some stitches in leg and Cub had a fracture of his leg. Both are doing well now.

Veteran’s Coordinator (John Metz) :

• Next Banana Run will be August 4th
• Troop care packages will be sent out before Aug 19^th. If you know of someone who is deployed, let John know. He has enough to send out to the one name that he has.

Co-Director’s (Jerry Berry) Corner:

• Read thank you note from Beth and Buz Nye for the flag line and escort for Beth’s brother.

Commander’s (RG Resser) Corner: (Not present) 1^st Vice John Metz reported:

• August Legion meeting we will vote on whether the Post will to go no smoking throughout the facility.

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

• Hand gun raffle drawing will be at the August meeting. 150 tickets available at $10.00 each
• SAL will cook for the Old Settlers Horseshoe tournament start serving at 12 noon.
• Now accepting dues for 2014

Ladies Auxiliary President’s (Lori Metz) Corner: (not present) Deb Lynch reporting:

• Issue with writing one check for multiple memberships. Need to write one check to Auxiliary, one check to ALR, etc.
• Ready to kick off a big year
• Setting up window display for Old Settlers

Fundraising Chairperson (Asonya Stewart): Not Present

• No Report

Patriot Guard and Road Captain’s (Darkhorse) Corner:

• Received 21 bricks (14 KIA and 7 for members) Will set in near future

Director’s (Ron Vangas) Corner:

• Cripple Creek Salute to Veterans Aug 16, 17, 18
• Old Settlers Parade Aug 17^th
• Florence Labor Day Parade Sept 2nd

Old Business:

New Business/Discussion Items:

• Waiver form that needs to be signed is tabled until next meeting. Not sure we need the new forms.
• Tried Two Wheel Tuesday and only had 4 motorcycles rode. The time is a problem as many members work till 5:00. Will try a Saturday or Sunday ride.
• Sept 14^th is our Annual Veterans Appreciation (committee volunteers: Diana Nelson, Doug Lehman, Rob and Jo Brown, Gio, Connie and Jerry Berry)
• Recognized July Birthdays: Doc, Connie Berry, Gio, Russ Sprague
• Jim Tashetta was married on July 4^th
• Recognized Susan Lee for her recent promotion to Lt Col

Floor opened to membership:

• Red suggested that everyone bring a dish for breakfast before the August Banana Run. If you don’t bring a dish, there will be plenty of food anyway.
• Warren needs help picking up patio furniture from McConnell at 10:00 AM wed 17^th.
• Post remodel will start on Sept 9^th in the dining room converting over to the bar area. Need help on Sept 2^nd to remove everything from the dining room. Hope to have finished by Thanksgiving.
• Rob Brown needs volunteers for Old Settlers booth: e-mail racereod@yahoo.com, or sign up book is on the counter in the bar area.
• Buz Nye has a handicap accessible van. Contact Buz if you know of a disabled Vet that could use it:

e-mail buznye@yahoo.com or cell: 993-2646

• Deb Lynch suggested donating school supplies to Mulvane Grade School. Brad Modlin indicated that the Casino donates $100.00 to each student. Ron will check with principal.
• Deb Lynch suggested a ride to the Ponca City Legion Post for Friday dinner or Saturday breakfast.

50/50: Collected $77.00 - half ($38.50) won by Papa-J (Donated to the Building fund)

Next Meeting: 11 August at 3:00 PM

Meeting Adjourned: 3:55 PM. Motion by Papa-J, second by Jarhead. Motion passed

Ron ‘Buckeye’ Vangas

ALR 136 Newsletter – June 2013

Meeting called to order at 3:03PM: Total present: 50 members and 1 guest

Guest Speaker: None

Presentations: Presented McKayla Poss (136 Auxiliary member) with her scholarship. She read her essay.

New Members: Alan (Army Veteran) and Kim Johnson

Minutes: May minutes sent by e-mail and posted on bulletin board: accepted as posted

Treasurers (Diana Nelson) Corner:

• Read the financial report. Accepted as read.

Chaplains Corner (Ron Herndon) Sick Call update:

• Phil Horner’s brother
• Keep Sheryl Carpenter in your prayers

Veteran’s Coordinator (John Metz) :

• Next Banana Run will be August 4th
• There is a new American Legion contact at the VA. Anita is still there helping with the transition

Co-Director’s (Jerry Berry) Corner:

• Read thank you card from Kevin Hoffer family for ALR honoring him with a flag line at his funeral
• Read a thank you letter from Katerine Ehninger for her scholarship. She is grand daughter of our member Bruce Simmons
• Thanked everyone for their help for the Poker Run which netted aprox $5200.00. Especially thanked Duane Kalous for all the donations that he solicited.

Commander’s (RG Resser) Corner: (Not present) 1^st Vice John Metz reported:

• At July Legion meeting there will be discussion on going smokeless during and after the remodel. Voting will be at August meeting with no discussion.

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

• Hand gun raffle winner is Jeff Laflin
• Tickets will be available in July for conceal carry weapon.

Ladies Auxiliary President’s (Lori Metz) Corner :

• Reported that quarter-rama made about $400.00 to help Sheryl Carpenter with expenses

Fundraising Chairperson (Asonya Stewart):

• No Report

Patriot Guard and Road Captain’s (Darkhorse) Corner:

• Briefed on the appreciation ride to officer Lucas Powell’s residence after meeting
• There will be a Patriot Guard mission in Kansas City for the funeral of KIA 2Lt Justin Sisson on Saturday June 15^th. RC will be Doc Peterson.

Director’s (Ron Vangas) Corner:

• ALR State Rally in Concordia on June 21 to 23^rd
• Cripple Creek Salute to Veterans Aug 16, 17, 18

Old Business:

New Business/Discussion Items:

• Greg Bauer made a motion to donate $500.00 to the welding school in McPherson (they donated the metal art for our Poker Run auction). This will pay for 5 veterans to attend the school. Motion seconded by Andy Webb. Motion carried.
• Deb Lynch made motion to donate $5000.00 to the building fund. Seconded by Viki Kalous. After discussion, Greg Bauer said he would match our donation. Motion carried.

Floor opened to membership:

• Duane Kalous asked about Two Wheel Tuedays. Will look into for summer months. Had ride to restaurant in Winfield on Friday. Only 3 riders showed up. May try a couple of rides on weekends to see how they are attended.
• Deb Lynch stated that Auxiliary dues for 2014 will start to be accepted in July
• Flag retirement will be held on Flag Day June 14th
• June 22^nd Karokee will be at the Post
• Doug Lehman stated that 3 members going to the State ALR Rally was really a poor showing. He made a motion to donate $100.00 to the Concordia ALR to help with their expenses. Seconded by Greg Bauer. After discussion motion carried.
• Birthdays in June: Jerry Allen, Doug Lehman, Nancy Johnson, Dennis McDonough, Jim Dunham
• Accidental death benefits for Legion members is free. Need to sign up.

50/50: Collected $67.00 - half ($33.50) won by Jerry Kirk (Donated to the the Building fund)

Next Meeting: 14 July at 3:00 PM

Meeting Adjourned: 3:58 PM. Motion by Sawblade, second by Buzz

Ron ‘Buckeye’ Vangas

ALR 136 Newsletter – May 2013

Meeting called to order at 3:04PM: Total present: 40 members and 5 guests

Guest Speaker: None

Presentations: Presented Holly Brizendine with her scholarship. She read her essay and presented the ALR with a thank you card and a gift of 12 large shot glasses

New Members: Lynn Holderness (not present)

Minutes: April minutes sent by e-mail and posted on bulletin board: accepted as posted

Treasurers (Diana Nelson) Corner: (not present)

• Co-Director Jerry Berry read the financial report : accepted as read

Chaplains Corner (Ron Herndon) Sick Call update:

• Jarhead having radiation treatments for throat cancer (last treatment on May 3^rd)

Can’t talk, but you can e-mail him at : jerryallen@powwwer.net

• Keep Richard Carpenter in your prayers. He is in the hands of Hospice
• Lori Metz is home from hospital and is resting. Fighting COPD and a virus

Veteran’s Coordinator (John Metz) :

• Next Banana Run will be August 4th
• Legion rep, Anita, at the VA has moved on to State. Her replacement is Chuck

Co-Director’s (Jerry Berry) Corner:

• Read thank you card from Holly Brizendine for her scholarship
• Read thank you card from Carson State Bank thanking us for what we do. Included picture from Mulvane News of when we visited Grade School across the street.
• Poker Run shirts are here. Pick-up and pay Connie
• Will set up for Poker Run Friday at 6:30 PM. Can bring auction and raffle items at that time.

Commander’s (RG Resser) Corner:

• Garage sale was a success. Netted $1270.65
• May 14^th. The KCVA mobile vehicle will be here from 11:00 AM to 6 PM for VA issues
• There is a BOG opening that will be filled at the May 6^th mtg

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

• Hand gun will be raffled off on June 9th^th
• There will be a clay shooting fund raiser at Shady Creek. $30.00 entry with $11.00 going to SAL. Contact Jerry Armstrong for details.

Ladies Auxiliary President’s (Lori Metz) Corner : (Not present)

• Deb lynch reported that new officers will be sworn in at Monday’s meeting
• They are making preparations for Memorial Day Ceremony

Fundraising Chairperson (Asonya Stewart):

• No Report

Patriot Guard and Road Captain’s (Darkhorse) Corner:

• Read letter from National Guard Armory, Salina, fundraiser. Presented ALR with a $1000.00 check from Nancy White Fortner for the tool box that she won at the fundraiser.

Director’s (Ron Vangas) Corner:

• ALR State Rally in Concordia on June 21 to 23^rd
• Cripple Creek Salute to Veterans Aug 16, 17, 18 (Group riding out on the 14^th. Get with Jerry Berry for details)
• Need 15 Riders for Memorial Day Ceremony

Old Business:

New Business/Discussion Items:

Floor opened to membership:

• Rick Babinger needs volunteers on May 18^th at cemetery, 10:00 AM, to open up holes for flag poles. Bring metal detector and shovel if you have one. May 24^th meet at cemetery at 5:00 PM to decorate veterans graves. Meet at Post at 5:00 AM to go out to Cemetery to put out flags. Get with Steve ‘Red’ Coberley (redneckbiker@pixius.net) if you want to be on the rifle squad.
• Viki Kalous wants everyone to come to Karoke night. It’s a real blast.
• Rick Babinger reported that we have $75,000.00 in the building fund. It is stagnated with no more commitments from the membership.

50/50: Collected $70.00 - half ($35.00) won by Darkhorse (Again!) (Donated to the building fund)

Next Meeting: 09 June at 3:00 PM

Meeting Adjourned: 3:51 PM. Motion by Hayman, second by Q-Tip

Ron ‘Buckeye’ Vangas

ALR 136 Newsletter – April 2013

Meeting called to order at 3:00PM: Total present: 52 members

Guest Speaker: None

Presentations: Passed sign up sheet around for signatures for a POW/MIA national holiday

New Members: None

Minutes: March minutes sent by e-mail and posted on bulletin board: accepted as posted

Treasurers (Diana Nelson) Corner:

• Treasurer read the financial report : accepted as read

Chaplains Corner (Ron Herndon) Sick Call update:

• Jarhead having radiation treatments for throat cancer
• Keep Richard Carpenter in your prayers.

Veteran’s Coordinator (John Metz) :

• Next Banana Run will be August 4th
• Received an e-mail from Mike Vore thanking us for the Girl Scout cookies

Co-Director’s (Jerry Berry) Corner:

• Read thank you from VA for our Banana Run treats
• Read letter from McConnell Enlisted Spouses’ Club for our donation to Operation Surprise

Commander’s (RG Resser) Corner:

• ABC incident at Post might affect our Poker Run
• Garage sale on May 4^th. Still need items. Make sure you mark prices on all items before you bring.

Also need volunteers to help day of garage sale.

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

• Hand gun will be raffled off on June 16^th
• Elections were held: Commander – Jerry Armstrong; Vice Commander – Dan Hobbs; Finance Officer – Gregg Bauer; Adjutant – Dennis Mcdonough; Sgt at Arms – Steve Coberly; Chaplain – Buz Nye

Ladies Auxiliary President’s (Lori Metz) Corner :

• Making lap blankets for the Veterans

Fundraising Chairperson:

• No Report

Patriot Guard and Road Captain’s (Darkhorse) Corner:

• Nothing to report

Director’s (Ron Vangas) Corner:

• Gave the Esprit De Corps, Mulvane High School, a certificate on 5 April for their participation in the Christmas Banana Run
• Did a ride in to the Mulvane Grade School on 12 April. Presented the 4^th Grade students with little flags. Presented school with certificate and “We Support our Troops” flag for the Veterans Day cards and the message on the fence.
• Sunday April 21^st we will pick up Patriot Guard Highway
• Wed April 24^th Honor Flight departs at 6:25 AM and returns Fri the 26^th at 4:45 PM
• ALR State Rally in Concordia on June 21 to 23^rd
• Cripple Creek Salute to Veterans Aug 16, 17, 18

Old Business:

• Scholarship – Three way tie

Holly Brizendine – Father is member of our Post

Katherine Ehninger – Granddaughter of ALR member Bruce Simmons

McKayla Poss – Daughter of ALR member Jeff Poss and Granddaughter of ALR members Viki and Duane Kalous

• Motion made by Doug Lehman to award a $1000.00 scholarship to each of the girls. Seconded by Jerry Ward. After discussion motion carried.

New Business/Discussion Items:

• Jerry Berry gave update on Poker Run. We still need prizes. We will need volunteers to man doors to bar. According to variance from ABC, no alcohol will be allowed outside the bar area.

Floor opened to membership:

• Rick Babinger needs volunteers for Memorial day services. Susan Lee volunteered to be in uniform for the Soldiers Cross ceremony. Request for 15 riders will be sent out at a later date.
• Deb Lynch reported on the needs of Veterans in the classroom at WSU. Professors went through sensitivity training in dealing with the Veterans
• Steve Huckaby is having a Karoke night at Post on Friday, 19 April at 8:00 PM

50/50: Collected $104.00 - half ($52.00) won by Darkhorse (Donated to the building fund)

Next Meeting: 19 May at 3:00 PM (Second Sunday, 12^th is Mothers Day)

Meeting Adjourned: 3:58 PM. Motion by Papa J, second by Q-Tip

Ron ‘Buckeye’ Vangas

ALR 136 Newsletter – March 2013

Meeting called to order at 3:00PM: Total present: 60 members

Guest Speaker: None

Presentations: None

New Members: Susan and Larry Lee

Minutes: February minutes sent by e-mail and posted on bulletin board: accepted as posted

Treasurers (Diana Nelson) Corner:

• Treasurer read the financial report : accepted as read

Chaplains Corner (Ron Herndon) Sick Call update:

• Jarhead had hernia operation. Sore but doing good
• Sandy Harper still at her mothers. Donation envelop at bar for Sandy’s lost wages
• Duane and Asonya’s son to have biopsy on kidney
• Richard Carpenter needs prayers. Doctors are giving him three months

Veteran’s Coordinator (John Metz)

• Next Banana Run will be March 17
• Thanked everyone who was at Don Schenkles funeral

Co-Director’s (Jerry Berry) Corner:

• Poker Run Discussion:
  1. Short meeting to be held after ALR meeting

Commander’s (Rick Babinger) Corner:

• March 16^th Rib Feed 5PM ($12.00 all you can eat) and horseshoe tournament 1 PM
• May 3^rd will participate in city wide garage sale. Need to start collecting items
• Will have another Karoke on March 22^nd
• Need people to step up and volunteer for Legion Officer positions

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

• Everyone needs to pay their dues
• Nominations for officers were held at meeting with elections in April
• Drawing for AR15 won by Mark Galvan (going to use for wild pig hunting)
• Work day April 14th

Ladies Auxiliary Corner : (Report given by Asonya)

• Pie auction was big success
• Nominations were held for new Officers

Fundraising Chairperson:

• No Report

Patriot Guard (Terry Houck) Corner: Not present

• Everything quiet

Director’s (Ron Vangas) Corner:

· No report

Old Business:

• None

New Business/Discussion Items:

1. Three scholarship applications received, disqualified one for lack of information (Later found out the information was sent to wrong address. Received it and will reinstate) Announcement will be at the April meeting
2. Now that weather is improving, will plan some dinner rides. Maybe every other weekend and mix up between Saturdays and Sundays. A few possibilities: El Maguey-Winfield, Stearman Restaurant-Benton, Dinks BBQ-Bartlesville, Ol Stuga-Lindsborg
3. Mulvane grade school sent over some Veteran Day cards that were made by the 4^th grade. Will see if a ride to the school is possible so that we can thank the students personally. Will take the cards to VA during Banana Run.
4. Clean-up of Patriot Guard Hwy will be April 21st

Floor opened to membership:

• Rick Johnson made a motion to put the 50/50 back into the Building fund. Seconded by Viki Kalous. Motion carried

50/50: Collected $80.00 - half ($40.00) won by Gary Donaldson (Donated to the building fund)

Next Meeting: 14 April at 3:00 PM

Meeting Adjourned: 3:35 PM. Motion by Gio, second by Q-Tip

Ron ‘Buckeye’ Vangas