Post Commander Gordon called the meeting to order at 1000 on Wednesday, 11 Feb.Dec.2008.

There were 16 members in attendance and no guest.

Chaplain Richmond 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. All present except SVC Spears-Excused, S.O. Gerken-Excused, Trustee Steakley-Excused, and Guard Haviland-Absent.

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 that they had been posted on the website and were sent to all members with an email address on file, and that no corrections had been made. The motion to accept was made by Past Commander Correll, seconded by Comrade Best. Carried

Commander called for the report of the Quartermaster:
QM Burnett presented the report.
Trustees conducted an audit of QM records on 9 Feb.  No discrepancies were found.  
Past Commander Correll made the motion to accept the report as presented, seconded by
Comrade Doty. Carried. The report is on file at the Post home, if anyone wants to see the Report, contact the Quartermaster. 

Summary of Report:

Commander called for the Service Officer’s report:
Absent

Commander called for the Surgeon's report:
NTR

Commander asked if there was a member or family member in distress:
None

Commander called for Committee reports:

PHC Report:
PHC Chairman Cox reported.
Due to the activities involved with the end of the “Beach Bash”, the Canteen report could not be given. It will be presented next month.

A discussion was held regarding ways to improve income from the post home. It was decided to attempt holding a regular “Family Day” style BBQ at the post. It is planned to attempt the first of these in the near future, possibly the first Saturday in March.

Membership Committee:
Adjutant Doty gave the report gave the report. Life membership stands at 366, 9 new members, 5 continuous and 19 reinstated Total 399 for a percentage of 96.84%.  

Amerasian Scholarship Committee:
Comrade Hendricks Reported.
All scholars picked up their shirts and participated in the parade. About one month to go for the school year. Past Commander Correll reported that there were lots of good comments about the scholars’ shirts.

Buddy Poppy Chairman:
            Chaplain Richmond reported that P 380 ($8.09) had been collected. Adj. Doty mentioned that collections had been falling and that we need to take some action to start improving collections. He suggested requesting donations at the bar. Comrade Sullivan suggested holding a collection drive at a local supermarket monthly.

Web Master:
NTR

Building Committee:
NTR

C of A Committee: 
NTR

Beach Bash Committee:
Reported by Commander Gordon:
It appears that the Beach Bash went well. Participation was off from last year, but good anyway. Full report will be given next meeting.

Chaplain Richmond led the membership in reciting the National Home Prayer.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Past Commander Correll requested a report from QM Burnett regarding the SEC registration.

Two Signatures still needed on the registration form. Because QM has to return to the “States” for a short while, so there will be another delay in filing.

Nominations were re-opened for JVC for the remainder of this term. A motion was made by Past Commander Correll to vote by “show of hands” in the event that there was a member running un-opposed. The motion was seconded by comrade Best. Carried.
No further nominations were made. Comrade Doty was elected to fill the position of JVC.

A motion was tabled last month requesting that the Building Fund balance be transferred to the general fund. The motion had been made by Comrade Wright. Letters were to be sent out to all major contributors requesting input. The letters were not sent due to confusion. A significant discussion was carried out. On the advice of Past Commander Correll, it was determined that the motion could not be tabled again. A vote was held and the motion was defeated.

NEW BUSINESS
A motion was again made by Comrade Wright and seconded by Comrade Koeppen to transfer the Building Fund to the General Fund. A discussion was held and from comments on the floor, it became obvious that there was insufficient support for the motion at this time. Comrade Wright withdrew his motion.

A motion was made by Past Commander Correll that for the upcoming officer elections, votes be held by “show of Hands” for un-opposed positions and by written ballots for opposed positions. The motion was seconded by Comrade Best. Carried.

A motion was made by Past Commander Correll To use the $100.00 membership donation from district to pay the annual dues of some members to raise our membership percentage. The motion was seconded by Comrade Phillips. Discussion ensued. Motioned was modified to use the money to assist a selected new life member. The Member is to be approved by membership committee. Motion Carried.

FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER

Comrade Koeppen mentioned again that member Gary Washburn Still owes the Relief fund P10,000  ($200.00) from a loan made several years ago. If you happen to see Comrade Washburn you might mention this to him!

Comrade Sullivan brought up that each year we have a problem getting a stage for the Beach Bash. He volunteered to look into obtaining a stage for the post. No discussion was held about how to pay for the stage at this point. Past Commander Correll stated that a new Cootie had a line on an organization who may be persuaded to donate a stage to the post. Comrade Koeppen asked an obvious question. “Where are we going to store it”, stating that we have several pieces of equipment that we cannot locate at this time because it is stored at someone’s home. Several members are looking into these matters in an attempt to find a resolution.

Comrade Bronson mentioned that the Canteen Manager has supplied half of the rent for the last three months. This is a significant improvement over years past.

Comrade  Schrauben mentioned that, in addition to several members who have not paid their VFW annual membership fees, There remain several American Legion and FRA members who are delinquent for 2009. Please pay your dues if this applies to you.

Past Commander Correll requested that any member who has not joined the “Grave Diggers” fund to please do so. Cost is only $25.00 lifetime. You can signup your self, your spouse, your kids, even your pets. The money is needed to maintain the Clark Cemetery.

Also please join in support of our National Home. Cost is only $35.00 one time ($40.00 with pin). Again, anyone can be a member. We are striving for 100% of this post being members.

Comrade Best expressed the thanks of the Shriners for the support of the post members and others for Crippled Children shown at the Beach Bash.

Past Commander Correll agreed that the organization is worthy. However he objected to other organizations walking about at our major fund-raiser soliciting funds. He stated that it is acceptable to collect donations within the confines of their tents.

Comrade Koeppen noted that thanks are in order for the few people on the Beach Bash committee who put in so much effort to ensure that the event was successful

50/50 Raffle was won by Comrade Alvarado. P2300 ($48.94) was collected.
P1150 to the winner, P1150 to the Post.

Chaplain Richmond gave the Closing Prayer.

Commander adjourned the meeting at 11:10. Next Regular meeting will be held at the Post Home at: 10:00, Wednesday 11 Mar.. 2009

Official:
/S/Tom Burnett
Acting Post Adjutant
13 Feb 2009                      

/S/Wayne Gordon
Commander