Post Commander Correll called the meeting to order at 1000 on Wednesday, 11 Oct 2006.

There were 31 members in attendance.

Comrade Alvarez gave the opening prayer.

Commander led attendees in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and Section 3 of the Congressional Charter.

The Roll Call was taken by the Adjutant and absentees noted.

Commander called for new recruits:
None

Commander called for distinguished guests:
None

Commander asked if the minutes from the previous meeting had been posted:
The Adjutant reported they had, and no comments or changes had been made. Comrade Alvarez made motion to accept the minutes as written, seconded by JVC Corbin. Carried.

Commander called for the report of the Quartermaster:
QM Burnett presented the report. He explained why the Post General Fund was in the red. Trustees audited report on 4 Oct. JVC Corbin made the motion to accept the report as presented, seconded by Comrade Alvarez. Carried. The report is on file at the Post home, if anyone who wants to see the report contact the Quartermaster.

Commander called for the Service Officer’s report:
Life Member Bob Stanley passed away, his remains are in Manila and he will be cremated on the 14 th . (See for the Good of the Order).

Commander called for the Surgeon's report:
NTR

Commander asked if there was a member or family member in distress:
Commander said that Charley Loughridge is doing better and has been out a few times including visits to the Post. (See for the Good of the Order for additional info)

Commander called for Committee reports:

PHC Report:
1. Report of 2 Oct meeting read by PHC Chairman Cox.

Chairman Cox called the meeting to order at 0900.

Attendance:

Commander Correll
Kitchen Manager Larry Nirza
Chairman RC Cox
Comrade Buzz Bronson
PHC Member Dan Richmond
PHC Member Ben Dela Vega
Canteen Manager Cora
Trustee Bob Koeppen
Trustee Bill Landry

2. PHC members conducted end of the month inventory on Sep 30.

3. Audits and Reviews: Canteen records were audited by Trustees on 3 Oct and found to be in good order.

4. Rental price list for chairs, tables, tents and ice coolers are now posted at the bar:

Chairs – P10 each day
Tables-P30 each day
Tents Small -P300 each day
Tents Large-P500 each day
Ice Coolers Small-P20 each day
Ice Coolers Med-P30 each day
Ice Coolers Large-P40 each day

No charge for FRA, American Legion or other veteran service organizations. All others must pay. Non-members must have a member sponsor to rent these items.

5. Canteen sales are improving.

6. All bills have been paid and up to date.

7. The meeting was adjourned at 1000 hours.

Amerasian Scholarship Committee:
NTR

Buddy Poppy Chairman:
Comrade Alvarez reported P350 ($7) was collected.

Seam Squirrel Report:
Comrade Phillips had nothing to report but said that Cooties events during the upcoming CofA will be given at next month's meeting.

Web Master:
NTR but Comrade Landry will be moving to Baguio and a new Web Wizard is needed. Please contact the Commander, Adjutant, or Comrade Landry if you are interested.

Building Committee:
NTR

Beach Bash:
JVC Corbin said that the next meeting would be held on Wed, Oct 18. Please attend we need many volunteers to help out.

CofA:
Registration is going well. All who plan to attend even if you are not going to stay at a local hotel, you need to register so that we know who is going and whether they will attend the banquet/hospitality suite or not and name tags can be made.

Comrade Alvarez led the membership in reciting the National Home Prayer.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

1. Adjutant showed a certificate to the members that he received from the National Home for Children. Two months ago members voted approval for the Post to obtain Life Membership at the National Home. Certificate will be displayed in the Canteen area.

2. Commander said that the new generator has been hooked up and working well. Some problem with the 110V circuit but should be fixed shortly. Generator can run everything except one A/C. Members should give Wilson (maintenance man) a well done when they see him, he did all the work in setting up the generator to include running the power lines and building a shed to house the generator.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Commander said that due to Comrade Landry moving to Baguio in Dec, the Post needs a new Third Year Trustee. Commander opened nominations for Third Year Trustee, no nominations were presented and the Commander would seek nominations at the next meeting.

2. Commander read a letter concerning sponsorship of events during the upcoming Barrio Beach Mardi Gras. He suggested that the post might have something to offer for auction at the event. Comrade Alvarez made a motion for the Post to donate one safe for auction, seconded by Comrade Doty. During discussion, Comrade Koeppen recommended that the safe not be offered due to Post current financial situation. Vote taken and membership voted not to offer the safe.

Raffle tickets for the event are on sale at the Post.

3. This item was initially brought up during For the Good of the Order, but required a vote and New Business was reopened. Comrade Sullivan was in disagreement over rental of Post furniture (table, chairs, etc) to members. He recently borrowed some furniture from the Post and when he returned them he was presented with a bill for P410 ($8.20). He said that he did not know that Post members had to pay for rental of Post furniture. There was discussion by members concerning loan of furniture to other business's free of charge, i.e. tents during Beach Bash and other events, the Commander said that this was an agreement with other businesses, and organizations that they can use our tents and when needed we can borrow theirs free of charge. Comrade Sullivan made a motion that Post members be allowed to borrow furniture without charge. Seconded by Comrade Gillis. Discussion continues and a vote was taken on the motion, not carried. Commander said that rental to outside businesses or a VFW member to ensure that the furniture is returned and paid for must sponsor persons.

FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER

1. Raffle tickets on sale for Post 2485 and Chili Cook off. Cost P500 for 2485 and P300 for the cook off. Commander explained the situation on raffle tickets since many members feel that the Post is always selling tickets. Each VFW Post, FRA and American Legion has raffle sales to support their organization for certain events. Our Post is asked to sell a certain percentage of their tickets and in return they will sell ours for FIL/AM Day and Beach Bash.

2. Commander updated the members on Comrade Loughridge condition. He is getting better but has some congestion problems; he was given remaining Amoxicillon tablets left over from the Outreach Program. Monetary donations are still needed. The Commander had charges filed on Comrade Loughridge' behalf with the City Prosecutor against the owner and driver of the tricycle that hit Charley. Tricycle worth approx P20,000 ($400). Commander trying to get doctors to cut the medical bill by 50%. There is money available from grants and loans from members, Lee Andersen gave $1000, Comrade Inskeep gave $1000 and loan $1000, Comrade Trimble gave $1000 and the Commander $950. Commander waiting for final bill before making payment.

3. Members voted to allow Comrade Loughridge to be entered in the daily, super daily, and super weekly raffles in absentia until he is on his feet. Funds donated will pay for this. If no funds avail, then Commander Correll will pay out of his personal funds. If Comrade Loughridge wins a large raffle, then the winnings will go to his medical expenses.

4. Memorial services for Comrade Stanley will be held when ashes are available. Date and time will be posted.

5. Comrade Koeppen asked if anything is going on for Navy Day. Comrade Phillips said that Little Wheel bar is holding a Navy Day party at 1800 on the 13th . Asked members to bring Pot Luck and enjoy themselves. There will be a band.

6. Comrade Brady apologized for recent events at the FRA and is still the President.

7. AA meetings are still going on at the Post on Monday and Thursday at 1300.

8. Comrade Alvarez presented a POW/MIA poster from the Sep memorial service held at the American Legion, which many Post members attended. Poster has about 10 pictures of the event including come with Post members. CD of the service with pictures is being sold by the American Legion, contact Comrade Ralph Francis or Alvarez.

9. 50/50 Raffle was won by Comrade Boruff. Total of P2800 was collected, P1400 to the Post and P1400 to Comrade Boruff.

Comrade Alvarez gave the Closing Prayer.

Commander adjourned the meeting at 1115. Next meeting will be held at the Post Home at 1000, Wednesday 8 Nov 2006.

Official:
/S/Tom Burnett
Post Adjutant
13 October 2006

/S/James E. Correll
Commander