AMERICAN LEGION POST 1919

Meeting Minutes

11Oct2022

Opening

The regular meeting of the AMERICAN LEGION POST 1919 was called to order at 1900 hrs. on 11Oct2022 at the 1919 Post by Commander Kip Blake.

Present

17 members present.

ROLL CALL:

 

Commander Kip Blake – present                               1^st Vice Dexter Albright – present

2^nd Vice Mike Roderick – present                              Chaplain Scott Emmett - present

Sgt At Arms Jeff Emerson – present                          Adjutant Mike Harris – absent

Finance Officer Mike Tomes - present          

                                        

 

Welcome guests:

None.

 

Approval of Minutes

Minutes passed out and reviewed by members.

Motion to accept minutes: Gary Toddy, Seconded by Christin Clifford Hurley.

The minutes of the previous meeting were unanimously approved as distributed.

 

Committee Reports

 

Finance Committee –

Balance: $8700.00

Earmarked for Boys State: $600.00

Motion to accept Finance report: Jay Collier, Second by Gary Toddy. Motion passed.

 

Membership Committee –

Mike Harris is absent – presented by Dave Everett

Post membership 64%

6^th Place in the district – above target at this time.

Remember you can do your renewals online or in person (right after this meeting). 

Member; Christine Clifford Hurley asked for membership forms to give out when you is working with veterans through the Quilts of Valor Foundation.  Dave Everett provided to her.

Asked if there were questions.  None.

 

 

 

IT Committee -

No report.

 

Boys State-

No report.

 

End of committee reports.

 

Sick Call and Relief

Sick Call:

Joe Vidales – surgery is scheduled for Monday, October 17, 2022.  Mary Blake informed membership that is a Meal Train on the website to help out Joe and his wife Beth during this difficult time.

Phil Martinez wanted to thank membership for their positive thoughts and prayers during his illness and that he is thankful to be here.  Specifically, thanks to Dave Everett and Scott Emmett for all their help.  They purchased this new cane that I am using.

 

Unfinished Business

None

 

New Business

Veteran Services Officer has been working with a veteran and the Military Relief Fund to help this veteran and his family.  He is a USMC veteran, married with small children.  This veteran is in financial need and if the membership would allow the Legion to assist they should be refunded by the Military relief fund.  Dave Everett made a motion to assist this veteran and his family with $750.  This motion was seconded by Gary Toddy.  Motion was passed by the membership.

Good of Legion

• Pass the hat raised $25.
• 50/50 Total $41. won and donated all but $10 back to the post.
• Jay Collier has invited the Legion membership to the 40 / 8 Christmas gathering and dinner. The 40 / 8 have invited other organizations to include Marian School of Nursing and Ivy Tech’s School of Nursing.  The event is December 12, 2022 – social time is 5:30-6:30pm followed by an opening ceremony and dinner. 

 

• Quilts of Valor Foundation – The Quilts of Valor program started their mission due to the needs in Iraq and Afghanistan but found need all over for veterans. Christine raises funds for the materials used to make these quilts.  She is the State coordinator and local group leader.  If you want further information you can contact her at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

• District 7 news. Dave Everett.

 

• Membership is 63.69% and target is 55%
• Target by November 7^th is 65%
• District revitalization is 10/30 @ the Mooresville location 1300hrs. Last year was a true success story, reaching out is very important. There is dinner at 4pm if you stay.  Dave Everett will even buy you dinner if you come and help out and stay.
• Dave has received Post 252 and Mooresville this week – so there will be more coming on the district information.
• Reminder of the 10-year program - $350 – dues are going up after next year. National American Legion is considering the 10-year program also.
• Indiana Veterans Homes have care center bingo in Nov/Dec.
• Programs:
  • Flag Education – 340 booklets going out to schools.
  • District would like to see 1 person from each district at the convention next year – plan to attend.
  • Nominate a small business for company of the year – suggest maybe our very own ABC that has done/given a lot to Post 1919.
  • Legion College – Dave attended last year. 3 day long class to learn a lot about the American Legion.  District can send 2/3 people.
• Poker is in trouble - Help is needed with Saturday poker tournament. Contact Dave Everett. With Joe Vidales out, there is no way for it to continue without volunteers stepping up.  Tony Kirk has been helping Dave Everett, but it is too much for just a couple of people to run it all.  If you want to be on the gaming license, please contact Steve Milbourn or any Legion officer.
• We cannot host the May 13 district due to a conflict in the schedule.
• Plan to attend the Fall Freedom Festival on November 19^th. This event sponsored by Haven for Hero’s. They are providing food and music.  There will be cornhole and dart tournaments, raffles, and lots of fun.  There will be information tables.  Steven Milbourn mentioned that a resource that will be there is in regard to Humana options that can save you money on your social security. 

 

Closing ceremonies performed.

 

Meeting was adjourned at 1945 hrs. by Commander Kip Blake. The next general meeting will be at 1900 hrs. on 08NOV2022 at Post 1919.

 

AMERICAN LEGION POST 1919

Meeting Minutes

13 SEP 2022

Opening

The regular meeting of the AMERICAN LEGION POST 1919 was called to order at 1900 hrs. on 13 SEP 2022 at the 1919 Post by Commander Kip Blake.

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21 members present.

ROLL CALL:

 

Commander Kip Blake – Present                                                     1^st Vice Dexter Albright – Present

2^nd Vice Michael Roderick – Present                                               Chaplain Scott Emmett - Excused

Sgt At Arms Jeff Emerson – Present                                               Adjutant Michael Harris – Present

Finance Officer Mike Tomes - Present          

                                                     

 

Welcome guests:

N/A

 

Approval of Minutes

August Minutes reviewed by members.

Motion to accept minutes: Dave Everett, Seconded by John Campbell.

Motion Carried.

 

Committee Reports

 

Finance Committee –

Mike Tomes

End of previous month August $8900.00.

$600 earmarked for Boys State. All other available to use.

Motion to accept Finance report: Gary Toddy, Second by Mike Roderick.

Motion carried.

 

Membership Committee –

Michael Harris.

Post 1919 membership renewal at 59%. We have made our first goal for the renewal period.

Post 1919 received the 100% Membership Pennant and Certificate for 2022. 

Remember you can do your renewals online or in person (right after this meeting). 

There is a 10-year membership for $350. 

If you or a Veteran that you know can’t afford membership, let Mike Harris or Dexter Albright know.  There are 2 new members. Rich Coffey and Christine Hurley

 

 

 

IT Committee -

Dexter Albright

No report.

End of committee reports.

 

Sick Call and Relief

Keep in Prayers:

Joe Vidales – Has spinal stenosis and other health issues.

Jeff Emerson – Multiple health issues.

Bobby Gennett – Continues to recover.

Don LaFontaine – Continues to recover.

 

Unfinished Business

None

 

New Business

District Meeting will be held at Post 1919 on May 13, 2023.

Good of Legion

Mike Tomes

• The post will be open for the Colts games that start at 1300. This is a pitch in for snacks during the game. Bartenders have volunteered their tips to go to the Vietnam annual party.

Dave Everett

• District meeting in September will be in Brazil, IN. The Post Everlasting Ceremony will be held during the meeting.
• Indiana quarterly meeting will be held Sept 30 – Oct 2 in Indianapolis. Shadeland Ave. Marriott.
• Really need 2-4 new volunteers to help with Saturday poker. Joe Vidales will not be able to continue to host due to medical issue. You do not have to volunteer for every Saturday. If we can get 2-4 more people on the VFW gaming license, volunteers may only have to help 1 Saturday per month.

Michael Roderick

• Wanted to thank all the AL, VFW and AL Auxiliary members that helped at the Franklin Train Show.

Garry Toddy

• Suggested that we hold a can goods / food drive for the holidays. Possibly work with the Auxiliary to help.

 

Closing ceremonies performed.

Meeting was adjourned at 1940 hrs. by Commander Kip Blake. The next general meeting will be at 1900 hrs. on 11 October 2022 at Post 1919.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 1919

Meeting Minutes

09 AUG 2022

Opening

The regular meeting of the AMERICAN LEGION POST 1919 was called to order at 1900 hrs. on 09 AUG 2022 at the 1919 Post by Commander Kip Blake.

Present

21 members present.

ROLL CALL:

 

Commander Kip Blake – Present                               1^st Vice Dexter Albright – Present

2^nd Vice Michael Roderick – Present                         Chaplain Scott Emmett - Present

Sgt At Arms Jeff Emerson – Present                          Adjutant Michael Harris – Present

Finance Officer Mike Tomes - Present         

                                        

 

Welcome guests:

N/A

 

Approval of Minutes

Minutes reviewed by members.

Motion to accept minutes: Garry Toddy, Seconded by Dave Everett.

Motion Carried.

 

Committee Reports

 

Finance Committee –

Mike Tomes

End of previous month July at $6700.00. Currently at $7600.00.

Increase contributed to membership renewal dues and poker proceeds.

Motion to accept Finance report: Joe Vidales, Second by John Campbell.

Motion carried.

 

Membership Committee –

Michael Harris.

Post 1919 membership goal for 2023 increased to 168 from 158 in 2022.

Post 1919 received the 100% Membership Pennant and Certificate for 2022. 

 

 

Remember you can do your renewals online or in person (right after this meeting).  There is a 10-year membership for $350. 

If you or a Veteran that you know can’t afford membership, let Mike Harris or Dexter Albright know.  There are options. 

 

IT Committee -

Dexter Albright

No report.

 

End of committee reports.

 

Sick Call and Relief

Keep in Prayers:

Bobby Gennett – Continuing to recover.

Don LaFontaine – Recovering nicely after surgery and therapy.

Bill Martinez

Ed Bichalous – Post 252 member going thru Chemo Therapy

 

Unfinished Business

None

 

New Business

District Meeting will be held at Post 1919 on May 13, 2023.

Good of Legion

Steve Milbourn

• August 27^th, come out to the post to celebrate Gary Toddy’s B-Day. Everyone will receive a free beer.
• 8/27 there will be a silent auction.

Mike Tomes

• There is post memorabilia that can be purchase for a donation to the post.

Dave Everett

• No District meeting for August. District Officers will be performing ride arounds to visit posts during the month.
• District meeting in September will be in Brazil, IN. The Post Everlasting Ceremony will be held during the meeting.
• District buddy calls day will be schedule with membership committee’s and volunteers.

 

• Informed the members that the Post does receive $5 from a 10-year membership.

Kip Blake

• Post 1919 will be putting the “Pass the Hat” money to use this year to possibly sponsor 2-3 veteran families in need.

Michael Roderick

• Reminder of the Franklin Train Show August 27 & 28 at the Franklin Fair Grounds.
• E-Benefits for veterans has combined services on the website. This makes it easier to use and increases communication between the departments.

Joe Vidales

• Still need volunteers for Saturday Poker from 1300 – 1600. Run tables, food and other assistance. 1 time a month from a couple of members will help greatly.

 

Closing ceremonies performed.

Meeting was adjourned at 1950 hrs. by Commander Kip Blake. The next general meeting will be at 1900 hrs. on 13 Sept 2022 at Post 1919.

 

AMERICAN LEGION POST 1919

Meeting Minutes

12 July 2022

Opening

The regular meeting of the AMERICAN LEGION POST 1919 was called to order at 1900 hrs. on 12 July 2022 at the 1919 Post by Commander Kip Blake.

Present

21 members present.

ROLL CALL:

 

Commander Kip Blake – Present                               1^st Vice Dexter Albright – Present

2^nd Vice Michael Roderick – Present                         Chaplain Scott Emmett - Present

Sgt At Arms Jeff Emerson – Present                          Adjutant Michael Harris – Present

Finance Officer Mike Tomes - Present         

                                        

 

Welcome guests:

Boys State participants: Tyler Krieder, Jesse Hester and guest.

 

Approval of Minutes

Minutes reviewed by members.

Motion to accept minutes: Garry Toddy, Seconded by Michael Roderick.

The minutes of the previous meeting were unanimously approved as distributed.

 

Committee Reports

 

Finance Committee –

Year end financials presented by Mike Tomes.

Mike presented specific break down of income, expenditures and balance.

Ended the year + $3,000.00

Motion to accept Finance report: Dave Everett, Second by Michael Roderick.

Motion carried.

 

Membership Committee –

Michael Harris.

Post 1919 membership renewals started 01 July 2022.

Start the push for 2023. 

Remember you can do your renewals online or in person (right after this meeting).  There is a 10-year membership for $350. 

If you or a Veteran that you know can’t afford membership, let Mike Harris or Dexter Albright know.  There are options. 

 

IT Committee -

Dexter Albright

Post 1919 will re-instate live streaming meeting. The video will be paused while discussing personal information, i.e., Sick Call and Relief.

Dexter will be setting up a web site for Post 1919 Auxiliary.

 

Hoosier Boys State

Two of the three young men who participated at Boys State were present at the meeting. Tyler Krieder and Jesse Hester spoke of their experience while at Boys State. The three Boys State attendees were presented with Good Citizenship Citations. The three young men were presented with a Good Citizen Citation. Vincent Albright was not able to attend the meeting. Dexter Albright accepted his Citation on his behalf.

 

End of committee reports.

 

Sick Call and Relief

Keep in Prayers:

No new members or others

 

Sick Call:

Bobby Gennett – Continuing to recover.

Mike Roderick – Will be having left knee surgery.

 

Unfinished Business

None

 

New Business

None

 

 

 

 

 

Good of Legion

 

- Dave Everett reported the new District Commander is Dale McDonald. Gina Owens is the new South Vice Commander. Jim Daube is the new State Commander

-Dave reminded the Post that if they would like to host a District meeting, they need to get with the VFW and reserve a Saturday in April or May.

 

-Pass the Hat raised $46.00

-No 50/50 held

 

-Mike Roderick would like to remind the members of the opportunities available at the Train show 8/27 & 8/28.  Sign up sheets have been passed out and if you have questions, see Mike Roderick.

 

Closing ceremonies performed.

Meeting was adjourned at 1955 hrs. by Commander Kip Blake. The next general meeting will be at 1900 hrs. on 09 AUG 2022 at Post 1919.