Meeting was called to order at 19:06 hrs by CDR Steve Willis.

Patty O’Callahan, acted as the Adjutant Pro-Tem for Clen Ward, Adjutant.

Prayer was offered by Chaplain Bob Nagel.

A quorum was present with 12 members present.

ADJUTANT’S REPORT: Minutes were read & approved. Jim Ross stated that he would try to get the JUNE2010 Minutes from CDR Ward for the next meeting. Motion made by Dan Wortmann; Seconded by Morris Busby.

CDR Willis read in new membership applications for John T. Loughtan, USAF COL Ret: Motion made by Dan Wortmann & Seconded by Roy Havekost.

Post 400 Transferee: Luther Chellette; Motion made by Stu Lilly & Seconded by Jim Ross

FINANCE OFFICER’s REPORT: No report.

1^st  VICE CDR:  Report is attached; however, he spoke primarily about the Publix Sidewalk Membership Drive Dates are set for 19SEP & 16 & 17 OCT. See Both Roy & Rick Kapeghan, 3^rd Vice CDR, for more info.

Also discussed the Internet Technology of Virtual Meetings to be archived and/or viewed on our web site. Please answer online survey for this.

            Web Activity Report: See attached.

Motion made by Morris Busby; Seconded by Don Mills; Reports approved.

2^nd  VICE CDR:  Need Cooks! He is lined up to cook as is Steve Sheffield, Steve Danzig, Dan Wortmann & Don Mills…Thank you to all of the volunteers-we still need more cooks. CDR Willis commended those who are volunteering.

Motion made by Roy Havekost; Seconded by Don Mills; Report approved.

3^rd VICE CDR: Reiterated the 1^st Vice CDR’s comments about the Publix Sidewalk Membership Drive. Reported that he is still researching the Blue Banners.

Motion made by Roy Havekost; Seconded by Bob Nagel; Report approved.

4^th VICE CDR: No report, absent.

HOUSE COMMITTEE REPORT: 

·         New monitoring system in place & the Dubins have almost completed installation.

·         House Committee & Executive Board have recommended to replace the ice machine with a 12-month lease of $135 per month.

·         Breakfast cost has changed to $7 for all items offered or a lesser amount of $5 for fewer items, along w/colored menus to indicate difference.

·         05SEP-District Meeting here @ 1600 hrs; 30-50 people; 40lbs chick, slaw, salad & deserts; Don, Ben, Diane cooking.

·         11SEP-Patriot Day Event w/the Johnston Duo & Pizza w/CDR Ward presenting Volunteer Awards.

·         18SEP-WWP Benefit w/Legion/SAL & ALA putting $100 toward the band, Kenny Holliday; tickets are $10; there will be food; snacks; door prizes; & raffles. The Durnal’s son and two other Marines will be in Uniform & a Wounded Warrior may also attend.

·         25SEP-Legion Riders here for PedsCare-Diane preparing to feed wings & dogs.

·         2^nd Vice recommended mixing up the entertainment with the All Dog Band on the 5^th FRI of each month (twice a year) for $125; other open FRI nights to be Juke Box Nite.

·         09OCT Cap’n Ski’s Autism Awareness Event is well under way w/a Golf Tournament/Fish Fry/Baked Goods Sale & the All Dog Band. Requesting $200 from Pull Tabs to pay for cost of food.

·         13NOV: ALA Bake Sale in the works.

Motion made by CDR; Seconded by Morris Busby; Report approved.

Discussion ensued by majority of members present that General Membership needs to vote on items that are recommended by the House Committee and Approved by the Executive Board, particularly when the items requires Legion finances.

Continued disagreement amongst majority of members as to the role of the Executive Board and requested to see the latest By-Laws & approval letter from Department HQs at next meeting.

Members Voted on & approved the three items discussed in House Committee Report:

            Ice Machine: $135 per month: Motion by Stu Lilly; Seconded by Don Mills

Cap’N Ski’s Fundraiser: $200 for cost of food: Motion by Roy Havekost; Seconded by Rick Kapeghan

5^th FRI night All Dog Band: $125 per event: Motion by Don Mills; Seconded by Stu Lilly

Chaplain: Discussed the State of Affairs of America Today. He also read a very well written satirical poem by a high-school student, entitled, ‘The New School Prayer.’

Sick Call:  Linda Bennett, Herb’s wife, passed away

HISTORIAN: NO REPORT.

Old Business: None

New Business:

·         Don Milles advised that Ellen Pickett, author of Children’s Books will be here, also, at Cap’n Skis Autism Event doing a Book Signing.

·         The majority of the members present disagreed with the Executive Board’s handling of the selection of the new ‘Game Machines.’ One company, Davidson, provided a demonstration for members at a regular meeting & Coleman provided a demonstration at an Executive Board meeting. Most members were; therefore, unaware of the nuances, and ultimately, the selection of the Coleman games by the Executive Board. Furthermore, issues have been heard by some of our members of some unfortunate events/activities regarding the Coleman games.

·         CDR assured the members that he has letters from the Sheriff’s Office & ABT of both St. Johns & Duval Counties indicating otherwise & will also bring them to the next meeting.

·         Patty O’Callahan expressed her dissent, for the record, on the one-sided decision for the Coleman Games not being offered to the members as were the Davidson Games.

·         Patty O’Callahan wanted to know our plans for Veteran’s Day-Before or After the 11^th. HOU plays JAGS SUN after 11^th; JAGS have a BYE the weekend before the 11^th.

·         Patty O’Callahan also asked for consideration that the Post consider paying for her nephew, Patrick’s SAL dues as he is serving in Iraq w/a Defense Contractor as a Paramedic/Fire Fighter. Members thought it was a good idea. CDR deferred that request to the SAL CDR.

The Meeting was adjourned at 1954 hrs.