Sunday, March 21, 2010

Meeting minutes 2 March 2010



The American Legion
Carroll S. Myler Post 406
P.O. Box 365/Andover, Ks. 67002


Minutes of Regularly Convened Meeting March 2, 2010

The regular meeting of Post 406 was called to order by Commander John Hendrick in the Post home and opened in formal ceremony for the joint meeting with the Ladies Auxiliary at 7:00 p.m.

“E” BOARD DISCUSSION ITEMS IF HELD PRIOR TO THIS MEETING
Attendees at “E” board: Gary Webb, Ralph Seery, Sam Langhofer, Jo McGovern, John and Charlotte Hendrick, Ron VanHoutan
Commander recommended changes to the Constitution to include financial funds from the Auxiliary, SAL, and ALR. Each entity will bring changes to their members, and a final vote will be made.

JOINT MEETING: AUXILIARY REPORT

1. Charlotte reported that the Valentine’s Dinner and Dance Fundraiser, Saturday, February 13th, made a profit of $456.00.
2. Bobbi made motion to change monthly dinners to quarterly. Judy seconded, and members voted 23-8 to change to quarterly dinners.
3. Next Post dinner, followed by a Flag Retirement Ceremony, will be held June 12th, sponsored by the ALR.

UPCOMING COMMON & JOINT EVENTS/DATES ETC

1. Saturday, March 6th, canteen “The Bunker” will hold Grand Opening. Commander proposed construction on Bingo corner to follow. Gary proposed knocking out wall between Auxiliary and Adjutant’s rooms to make larger room for Auxiliary.
2. Sunday, March 14th, 3:00 p.m., Memorial service for Edwin Parker, WWII Air Force pilot, escaped as a POW from a Japanese War Camp, flew Bob Hope around, no family, Post to pay tribute to this highly decorated veteran and hero.
3. Saturday, March 27th, Post Flea Market, rent table for $10 to sell your wares.
4. April 8th, Butler County Council Meeting at 6:30 p.m. here in our Post. Post will provide meat and drinks, and attendees are asked to bring sides, salads, and desserts. Nomination and election of officers will take place at this meeting.

AUXILIARY DISMISSED TO THEIR MEETING

ADJUTANT ROLL CALL

Commander John Hendrick Present
1st Vice Cmdr/Finance Officer Gary Webb Present
2nd Vice Commander Sam Langhofer Present
Sgt. At Arms Ron VanHoutan Present
Chaplain Ralph Seery Present


Members Present

Roland Bushy
Michael Schrader
Jimmie Foiles
John Cox
Kevin Van Velzor
Mike St. Clair
George Bair
Eldon Laubhan
Paul Leddy
Terry Condon
Wayne Freidel
Bud Smith
Kenneth Godfrey
Donald Webster
Darold Babcock
Herb Miller
Charlie Havice
Bob Boyd
Charles Beye
Gary McLean
Henry Rosenbaum
Paul Belt
Noel Zahn
Bruce Dolecek
Steve Bradley
Roger Cole


READING OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING

The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was suspended by motion of Sam, seconded by Gary, motion carried. Correction of minutes…Ron VanHoutan was present at February “E” Board meeting.

FINANCE REPORT – All accounts at Andover State Bank

Item # Account Name Starting Balance February StartingBalance March
1 Post Checking $ 332.80 $ 344.87
2 Bingo Checking 1,973.30 1,900.95
3 Savings Child & Youth 2,272.87 1,807.87
4 Savings Memorial 568.13 568.13
5 Bingo Change 600.00 590.00
6 Pulltab Change 200.00 200.00
7 Snack Bar Change 75.00 75.00
Totals $6,022.10 $ 4,918.69

Post Property - Assets $348,000.00

The finance report…read by Gary, accepted, and filed for audit.

INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS OR PROSPECTIVE NEW MEMBERS

Richard Vondrachek

COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN REPORTS

1. Baseball Meeting in Newton at the end of the month.
2. ALR: Sam reported that the Grand Opening of the “Bunker” is open to members and guests of members.

ANY BALLOTING ON APPLICATIONS

None

SICK CALL OR DEATH REPORT

None

DISCUSSION ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS

1. LED sign: Commander proposed application to Andover Convention and Visitor’s Bureau for funding.
2. Wayne will put stone and plague for ashes of retired flags on Post grounds.
3. Jo will order name plates for Past Commanders.

DISCUSSION OF NEW BUSINESS

1. Gary asked for 4 x 8 sheets of chipped board to cover ditch to park motorcycles on concrete slab. Bob offered boards for this use.
2. Nominations for 2010/2011 Officers:
John Hendrick-Commander, nominated by Sam, John accepted nomination.

John Cox-1st Vice Commander, nominated by Sam, John Cox accepted nomination.

Sam Langhofer-2nd Vice Commander, nominated by Bruce, Sam accepted nomination.
Bruce Dolecek-2nd Vice Commander, nominated by Mike, Bruce accepted nomination.
Ron VanHoutan-2nd Vice Commander, nominated by Bruce, Ron declined nomination.
Wayne Friedel-2nd Vice Commander, nominated by Gary, Wayne accepted nomination.

Ron VanHoutan-Sgt. at Arms, nominated by Bruce, Ron accepted nomination.
George Bair-Sgt. at Arms, nominated by Bruce, George declined nomination.
Sid Caine-Sgt. at Arms, nominated by Bruce, Sid not present.
Paul Leddy-Sgt. at Arms, nominated by Wayne, Paul declined nomination.

Ralph Seery-Chaplain, nominated by Bud Smith, Ralph accepted nomination.
Kevin Van Velzor-Chaplain, nominated by George, Kevin declined nomination.

Nominations will also be open at the April meeting.

ANY FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS MADE DURING THIS MEETING

None

CORRESPONDENCE

1. Butler Business Performance Group-fiber optic technician training.
2. Prairie Creek Elementary School asking for $250 donation to purchase school t-shirts for their students.
3. American Legion Children’s Home asking for $100 gift donation.
4. Via Christi Children’s Miracle Network asking for donation.

All correspondence posted on bulletin board.

ANYTHING FOR THE GOOD OF THE AMERICAN LEGION

1. Butler County Property Tax assessment value decreased from $348,000 to $319,000.
2. Post 2009 income taxes have been submitted to the IRS.
3. Roger Cole reminded members of House Bill 2549 and Senate Bill 476 that contain provisions that would impose state sales tax on dues paid to non-profit organizations.

FURTHER BUSINESS THAT CAME BEFORE THIS MEETING

1. Anyone volunteering in a community service program January 1-December 31, 2010 can fill out the form found in a notebook marked for that purpose and kept on the table in front of the bulletin board.
2. Ron asked for help in selling chocolate bunnies starting on March 25th and the week following during bowling. Schedule will be sent to membership. All proceeds from chocolate sales go to the Robert Dole VA Hospital.
3. Mike St. Clair proposed doing research to bring military artillery display for Post.


Respectively submitted by


Jo McGovern
Adjutant, Post 406

Saturday, March 20, 2010

American legion Post 406, Carroll S. Myler Post



About The American Legion

The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest veterans service organization, committed to mentoring and sponsorship of youth programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow servicemembers and veterans.

In contrast to other veterans organizations, the Legion offers a number of local programs and activities to strengthen its commitment to our nation’s grass roots and the people we serve. American Legion Baseball is one of the nation’s most successful amateur athletic programs; it continues to educate youths on the importance of sportsmanship and develops the quality of our country’s citizenship. The Heroes to Hometowns program is the only nationwide reintegration assistance service for wounded veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. Additionally, millions of dollars in donations have been given to fellow veterans and their families in times of grief, and various scholarship opportunities ensure the future success of our youth.

The American Legion is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization with great political influence perpetuated by its grass-roots involvements in the legislation process. Legionnaires’ sense of obligation to their community, state and nation drives an honest advocacy for veterans in Washington. The Legion stands not behind politics, but the issues and people that institute progress by focusing on veterans rights and quality of life.

The American Legion’s success depends entirely on active membership, participation and volunteerism. The organization belongs to the people it serves and the communities in which it thrives.

The American Legion Post 406 meets the first Tuesday each month at 7:00pm.

From Kellogg and Andover Rd go 5.1 miles east to Santa Fe Rd, make a U turn and take the next road right, the Post is the first driveway on the right.

Please come visit the other organizations of the American Legion family:

American Legion Auxiliary: http://ala406.blogspot.com/

Sons of the Legion: http://sal406kansas.blogspot.com/

American Legion Riders: http://alr406kansas.blogspot.com/

We also have a photo album for your viewing pleasure: http://s964.photobucket.com/home/AL406Andover/allalbums