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January 26, 2016
Attendance:
Mike Betts – Commandant
Bill Swain – Senior Vice Commandant
Saki – Judge Advocate
Gordon MacPhee, Acting Pay Master
Mike Bechetti
Michael Blum
DJ
Jon Kovalchik
Curtis Adkins
Opening Ceremony- 19:30
Roll call of officers
Application for Membership – None
Minutes of Previous Meeting: No December Meeting- Review minutes at next meeting (February 23, 2016)
Correspondence: Received request from Young Marines (Laurel/Fort Meade Chapter) that a liaison from Detachment
1084 attend meetings to conduct some joint activities. Moved and seconded to approve appointing one or more members to attend and coordinate with the Young Marines.
Report of Paymaster: Accepted financial report as submitted subject to audit. Moved and seconded with unanimous vote.
Report of any Member or Member’s family sick or in distress: Paymaster Dennis Graham still having medical problems.
Report of Officers: Senior Vice Commandant announced the sale of raffle tickets for the Dept of MD annual Meeting.
Judge Advocate reviewed current Bylaws with proposals to modify some of the current language.
Report of Standing Committees: Scholarship Committee reports that the 2016 forms have been sent to all Howard County Public High Schools.
Report of Special Committee: None
Unfinished Business: Motion to continue to have monthly meeting at VFW Post, Ellicott City MD. Moved and Seconded. Motion passed.
New Business: Motion to participate in April 5, 2016 Veterans Job Fair sponsored by Howard Count Veterans Commission. (G. MacPhee to contact Wanda Riddle to request a table)
Good of the League: Mike Blum reviewed the invitation from the American Legion to join the Old Post Gun Club for Saturdays target practice.
Announcement: 2016 Savage Fest scheduled for June 4, 2016. Need volunteer to coordinate the activities
Closing Ceremony; 2100
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February 23, 2016
Opening ceremonies were conducted and roll call of officers – Mike Betts (Commandant), Bill Swain (Sr. Vice-Commandant), Saki (Judge Advocate), Bill Pastino (Jr. Vice Commandant) were in attendance. Gordon MacPhee was acting paymaster in Dennis Graham’s medical leave absence – all present with no initial reports.
Gordon provided the status of the paymasters report. A vote was held to transition official paymaster duties to Gordon from Dennis. Official gaveled with 100% ayes, 0 nays to install Gordon MacPhee as the new paymaster.
Discussed Dennis and Tony’s health – Wishing them both continued get well.
Official vote was held to transfer out of VFW Jessup to VFW, Yingling – Ellicott City – 100% voting aye’s, 0 nayes.
Reminder of the scouting support request was presented by Commandant Mike Betts. A discussion of the timings for Tuesday nights was held. No noted actions.
Scholarship fund was discussed with noting the start up in may for applications. Continuation of standing committee members noted.
Exploratory committee discussed and formed for fund raising activities. Considering the new location of meeting post and loss of monthly fund raising meals, new ideas were discussed. Kevin Oliver offered to head up this exploratory committee.
The final update of the Bylaws were presented for final review and vote by Saki (Judge Advocate). All comments gaveled 100% Ayes, 0 nays.
Department convention fund raising (50/50) were discussed. Ttill short on sale of tickets.
June 23rd – Detachment’s 15th Birthday – looking for media story for local papers, media outlets. General discussion.
Up Coming Elections: 2nd round of nominations:
Mike Betts – Commandant (accepted)
Bill Swain, Sr Vice Commandant (accepted)
Bill Pastino – Jr Vice (declined)
Steven Kovalchick – Jr Vice (accepted)
Saki, Judge Advocate (accepted)
Next meeting announced during closing ceremony – March 22, 2016
Bill Swain
Sr Vice Commandant
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March 22, 2016
1935 meeting opened.
Roll Call of Officers: All officers present.
Applications for membership: None.
Minutes of previous meeting: Accepted as posted via email, motion to accept by Kevin Oliver and seconded by Dan Rotondo. Motion carried.
Report of paymaster: Report of paymaster given by Gordon MacPhee. Dennis asked Mike about a check that was never sent to Marines Helping Marines. Check is missing and funds have been left in our account. Motion to accept pending audit made by Kevin Oliver and by Dan Rotondo.
Report of any member/family sick or distressed: Jerry Grimes’ wife Linda from VFW Post 8097 had a stroke.
Report of officer: Sr. Vice Bill Swain mentioned the 2016 Convention on April 28, 29-30. Are any members planning on attending? More info under new business.
Report of Standing Committees: Pistol Match report given by Dan Rotondo. No dates as of this time.
Report of Special Committees: Gordon MacPhee gave update on the Scholarship.
Kevin Oliver spoke about fundraising events. This includes Savage Fest. Additionally, Saki spoke about the Maple Lawn street festival. Saki’s wife Norma is on the Savage Fest committee and they want someone to possibly sell ice cream. Is that something we would be interested doing? Saki also mentioned that we need to have someone head this up and have a committee meeting outside of our normal monthly meeting. Kevin Oliver will get more info on the Maple Lawn festival. Bill Swain will get with Kevin on other fundraisers.
Bill Pastino is no longer with Ellicott Mills Brewery, so we will need to consider the Marine Corps Birthday and Veterans Day celebration at a new location.
Unfinished Business: Bill Swain gave a report on convention raffle tickets that were sold.
Saki spoke regarding new by-law changes and updates. Saki read the two changes for the detachment. Motion made to accept passed by majority present.
Saki discussed our upcoming 15 year anniversary and that he reached out to approximately nine journalists. Only one responded to his email. More info to follow the next meeting.
New Business: Motion to place a full page ad at the 2016 convention cost is $115.00. Kevin Oliver seconded Bill Swain. Motion carried.
Saki addressed updated info on web site. He requested reimbursement for cost to add additional storage for web page. This was approved at previous meeting when Web site domain was purchased.
Saki also discussed color guard for savage fest and if the detachment is interested in doing this. Saki will get more details.
Motion to change $1000.00 Marine Helping Marines to be allocated to other funds. Motion made by Dennis and seconded by Kevin. Motion carried.
Nomination for New officers:
Commandant: Dennis Graham declined. Dan Rotondo declined.
Sr. Vice: Curtis Atkins declined. Kevin Oliver accepted. Dennis Graham declined.
Jr. Vice: Bill Brooks declined. Curtis Atkins declined.
J/A: Dan Rotondo declined.
Announcements: 15 year anniversary party on the 25 June 2016
Commandant wants all detachment members to send an email to Adjutant with their nomination for 2015 Marine of the year.
Good of League: 2014 Marine of the Year presentation was presented to Bill Pastino.
Closing Ceremony: At 2045 the meeting closed until it will reopen for official business on April 26.
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April 26, 2016
Meeting commenced at 1944 by Jr. Vice Commandant William Swain who was acting commandant.
Roll Call of Officers: J/A, Senior Vice and Adjutant present. Commandant was present by phone.
Special guest Mark Fisher, 4th District Vice Commandant was also present.
Note: Mike Betts could not attend the meeting due to a long term nosebleed.
Gordon was out of the country and Bill Pastino was not present. This kept us from obtaining an “on deck” quorum since Saki and Bill Swain were the only members on the Board of Trustees present. However, Saki called Mike Betts who then remained on the phone with us for the entire meeting. His “virtual” presence allowed us to maintain a quorum.
Applications for membership: Edward A. Hall; e-mail: Ehall@telecomxchange.com
Balloting on Applications: Motion to accept by Curtis Atkins, seconded by Dennis Graham; motion carried. DD214 reviewed by Dennis and Bill and returned to applicant. Point of order was made by Mark Fisher that we are not allowed to keep the DD214. Instead, two Marines should review and give their approval after determining it is valid.
Ceremony of Initiation: Performed by Sr. Vice William Swain.
Note: Ed Hall joined our detachment as a new member to the Marine Corps League. Ed is currently serving as Post Commander for the American Legion – Adams, Hanna, Moore Memorial Post 156.
Minutes of previous meeting: Motion to accept as posted on website and sent out via email.
Report of paymaster: Report accepted subject to audit.
Report of any member/family sick or in distress: Vicki Betts had a mild heart attack and while in the hospital had a stent put in. Her recovery went well and Vicki is doing very well without heart damage.
Dennis had a positive report on his bladder cancer and has no other action until July.
Report of officer: Mike Betts went to a Boy Scout Court of honor for three scouts that were given citizenship awards for becoming Eagle Scouts.
Sr. Vice reminded the detachment of the upcoming convention…
J/A Saki tried to set up detachment representation at a Veterans Day fair at Fort Meade to recruit new members. Saki sent out an e-mail about this but was unable to get any members to commit to attending so our detachment had no representation. The event was in the middle of the day during the week which was inconvenient.
Report of Standing Committees: Scholarship website is updated with current information.
Pistol match is 3-5 June at Fort Indiantown Gap.
Savage Fest fundraiser: Bill Swain gave a report; Laurel meat market has offered to help with the sausage that we sell. Bill Swain has to put in for the permit and Bill will find out how many sausages we get per pound.
Saki mentioned that Bill should remind the Laurel Meat Market that our namesake is from Laurel.
Saki spoke about selling ice cream at Savage Fest. At this time, it looks that we will not have a cooler to store the ice cream so we will not be selling ice cream.
Saki has been reaching out to various sponsors; people that having giving out gift cards. Saki listed the donors that have currently given donations to the detachment. Saki gave an update on the Maple Lawn Festival. It is not a viable option for us to work this as a fundraiser.
Unfinished Business: 15 year anniversary of our detachment. Saki has reached out to a local journalist to try and get the detachment some publicity. 25 June will be an anniversary cook out.
Announcements: Laurels Main Street Festival is on May 7, 2016.
Ceremony of Installation of officers: Mike Betts Commandant, Bill Swain Sr. Vice, Steve Kovalchick Jr. Vice, Saki J/A
Note: Mike Betts was on the phone while Dennis Graham stood in by proxy. Curtis Atkins was proxy for Steve Kovalchick.
Note: District Vice Commandant Mark Fisher (e-mail: districtvicecommandant@gmail.com) was present to swear in the newly elected/appointed officers. The
“district” represents several detachments and reports to the Department of Maryland.
Good of League: Mark spoke to the importance of members attending the department meetings and the convention. Mark also announced the Marine Corps Ball on November 12. This will be hosted by the district which consists of 5 detachments. This will be held in Mount Airy, Maryland gold star post American Legion.
Closing Ceremony: 2115
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May 24, 2016
Minutes taken by Bill Swain.
Minutes of SSGT Karl G Taylor Monthly meeting – May 24th, 2016
1. Roll Call of Officers – Commandant, Sr. Vice Commandant, Jr. Vice Commandant not present because wife passed away, Judge Advocate, Sgt-at-Arms. Present unless otherwise noted.
2. Minutes of previous meeting – accepted.
3. Correspondence – None.
4. Report of Paymaster – motion to accept affirmed.
5. Report of sick on in distress – none.
6. Report of officers – Bill Swain, Sr Vice Commandant, report of results of leadership training course held by Department of Maryland – MCL. Highly recommended. Discussed leadership, uniform items, fund raising activities, membership drives, and many good of the league activities.
7. Report of Standing Committees
a. Fundraiser reminder for Savage Fest.
i. Motion to approve $400 affirmed to recoup personal funds used for event should situation merit.
ii. Bill Swain to submit permit to Howard County.
iii. Reviewed outstanding actions.
b. Scholarship Committee – only one application received so far.
8. Report of unfinished business – none.
9. Good of the league
a. 15 year SSGT Karl G Taylor anniversary discussed, 25 July 2016 – Motion to spend $200 authorized and affirmed.
b. Clarksville 4th of July parade announcement – need volunteers.
c. Notice about a fund raising flea market opportunity in the fall.
10. Close.
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June 28, 2016
Opening Ceremony: 1931 meeting opens
Roll Call of Officers: Jr. Vice Commandant out. All others present.
Applications for membership: Timothy J. Paulin and Daniel Paulin (father and son).
Balloting on Applications: All members present voted to accept both applicants.
Ceremony of Initiation: Timothy Paulin and Daniel Paulin were sworn in by Commandant Betts. All officers present participated as posted in Marine Corps League ritual book.
Minutes of previous meeting: Motion to accept April minutes as posted in e-mail. May’s meeting minutes will be voted on during July meeting.
Correspondence: Lance Cpl. Dean sent out information regarding their upcoming golf tournament. The cost will be $99.00 per participant.
Dennis Graham provided an article printed in the Howard County edition of the Baltimore Sun with regards to our Detachment, our 15 year anniversary, and Staff Sergeant Karl G. Taylor, Sr.
Report of Paymaster: Given by Gordon MacPhee. Motion to accept pending audit. Motion carried.
Report of any member/family sick or distressed: Dennis Starliper’ wife Jean suffered a third stroke and heart attack. She is recovering at this time.
Report of officers: Commandant discussed the cancellation of the 15 anniversary party due to lack of participation. Commandant also discussed the retiring of flags by Ed Hall and the American Legion Post.
J/A discussed detachment by-laws and the updating progress; detachment J/A Saki submitted to department J/A Gerard Devlin; changes were accepted.
Report of Standing Committees: Scholarship committee only had three applications. They agreed that two of the applicants deserve to be awarded the Scholarship.
Pistol match update was given by Dan Rotondo. He also spoke about a detachment rifle shoot for this year.
Danny will get with Ed Hall regarding possible participation in a 200 yard rifle shoot at Marriottsville range on August 28, 2016.
Report of Special Committees:
Unfinished Business: Saki discussed storage space here at our meeting location. Storage cabinets have been provided by the post.
New Business: Ed Hall discussed the detachment participating in the July 4th parade at Pointers Run Elementary school on Great Star Drive and Guildford Road. Members participating will rally on July 4 at 0815. Uniform of the day is dark trousers and red polo shirt or any Marine polo shirt and cover. Hot dogs and beverages at Ed Halls place after the event.
Motion by Kevin, seconded by Dennis to allow $200 for Bill Swain to purchase a new Marine Flag for our monthly meetings. Motion also to include the purchase of POW MIA flag with the funds provided. Motion carried.
Ed Hall discussed yard sale by American Legion that will be held at the Howard County Hospital parking lot. Veteran’s organization will not be charged for table. Motion to table discussion until next meeting. Motion carried.
Motion to spend up to a $150 for food for scholarship presentation. Motion made by Kevin Oliver and seconded by Dennis Graham. Motion carried.
Closing Ceremony: 2100 meeting closed
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July 26, 2016
Minutes taken by Danny Rotondo.
Opening Ceremony: Meeting started at 1845 for scholarship presentation. Robert D. Michele and Nathan Stash Bechetti were recipients.
Roll Call of Officers: Commandant, Sr. Vice, Sgt-Arms, paymaster, and adjutant present.
J/A out. Chaplain out. Jr. Vice out.
Gordon MacPhee (past commandant) acting commandant to start meeting for scholarship presentation to the above two named candidates. Note Tim Palin had taken photos of the ceremony and group photo.
Minutes of previous meeting: Motion to accept June minutes as sent out via email. Motion carried. Note: May minutes have not been received to date; will be sent out to detachment once received.
Report by paymaster: Motion to accept paymasters report pending audit. Motion made by Dan seconded by Kevin. Motion carried.
Report of any member/family sick or distressed: Jane Starliper passed away. Commandant Betts spoke with Bob Walton and gave a brief update.
Report of officers: Sr. Vice gave a report regarding meeting lengths and his discussion regarding this with Kevin Oliver and Dan Rotondo. Speak with Sr. Vice if you are interested in the details.
Report of Standing Committees: Dan needs to speak with Ed Hall regarding rifle shoot at Marriottsville 28 August 2016.
New Business: Commandant Betts was approached by a company regarding the purchase of a Detachment coin.
Kevin spoke to the 4th of July celebration and the cookout that Ed held at his home. There was some brain storming done regarding fund raisers. One idea is to have hot dog sales at the American Legion Flea Market Howard county Hospital. Motion to work this event: Gordon and Kevin made motion. Motion carried to work this event.
Kevin proposed that we combine our 15 Anniversary and the Oktoberfest this year. To be discussed at the next meeting.
Good of League: On August 6 at the Howard County Fair Ground, the American Legion will have a table. They extended an offer for us to share part of the table to attract new members.
On August 20, Larry Killen, the Howard County American Legion Commander, is looking to set up a league of Veterans organization to assist in getting information. See Ed Hall for details.
Bill Swain secured a Marine Flag and POW Flag.
Commandant awarded Marine-of-the-Year for 2015 to Kevin Oliver as elected by the former detachment Marine(s) of the year.
Closing Ceremony: 2014
Meeting closed until it will reopen for official business 23 August 2016.
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August 23, 2016
Minutes taken by Bill Swain.
1. Roll Call of Officers – Commandant, Sr. Vice Commandant, Jr. Vice Commandant still on leave of absense, Judge Advocate, Sgt-at-Arms. Present unless otherwise notes.
2. Bill Swain, Sr Vice Commandant, indicated that he spoke with Jr. Vice Steve Kovalchik at length after his wife’s passing and Steve stated he still wanted to retain his position. He was in OK spirits and traveling some for his job. He had hoped to be at the August meeting.
3. Minutes of previous meeting – accepted.
4. Correspondence – Invitation to 4th District, MD MCL, Mt. Airy American Legion Gold Star MCL Ball. Mess Dress appropriate – 12 November 2016.
5. Report of Paymaster – Absent. Motion affirmed to delay acceptance until September when paymaster returns.
6. Report of sick or in distressed – None.
7. Report of officers – None.
8. Report of Standing Committees
a. Fundraiser reminder for 17 Sept, Howard County Medical Pavilion, Flea Market,
i. Motion to approve $350 affirmed to recoup personal funds used for event should situation merit.
ii. Bill Swain to submit permit to Howard County.
iii. Kevin Oliver to lead event.
b. Octoberfest suggestion, Oct 1.
c. 25 Sept, flag retirement ceremony at VFW Yingling.
9. Report of unfinished business – none.
10. Good of the league
a. Donation from Bill Swain regarding Detachment Marine Flag and POW chair cover – cancel authorization for detachment funds.
b. Announcement of forming new web site.
c. Golf tournament – Southern Maryland detachment.
d. Quantico, 22 Sept museum tour.
e. Autumn Department meeting Oct 1.
11. Close
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September 27, 2016
Tim Paulin recorded minutes.
Roll Call of Officers – Commandant – LOA for Marine Expo, Sr Vice Commandant, Jr Vice Commandant, Judge Advocate, Sgt-at-Arms.
Steven very grateful of prayers, calls, and texts he received.
Minutes of previous 2 meetings – accepted from received emails.
Correspondence –
1. A couple of events:
a. Mountain Side Marines birthday party.
b. Marine Corps Birthday Ball, Mt Airy, MD. See Saki if interested in going.
2. New schedule for paying dues – Gordon to cull list and send out.
3. MCL HQ moving to Quantico so closed all this week until move complete.
Report of Paymaster –
1. Balance of $7807.35
2. Rent current through November.
3. Need certificate to do business in Maryland. A $100 service fee to reinstate old MD Form-1 to get us compliant once again.
4. Scholarship fund esentially empty.
5. Motion for Paymaster to send report pending audit approved.
Report of Sickness/Distress – Steven officially removed from this list.
Report of officers – Done under earlier sections.
Report of Standing Committees –
1. American Legion Flea Market
a. Much good nature ribbing among services
b. Thanks to those who helped out, especially to Curtis who provided the coffee and donuts.
c. Not a lot of buyers. Made $69.78 but hopes are this event will grow.
2. Need to come up with more fund raising ideas. Ed to discuss ideas with Kevin.
3. Sent “Thank You” cards around for signatures to give to Savage Fest donors.
4. Special committee – Saki brought in 22 pounds of beef and approx. 3 dozen eggs with proceeds going to the MCL fund.
Report Unfinished business –
1. Low interest for Octoberfest so had to cancel it for this year.
2. The American Legion is having a Veterans Gala on Nov 13th. With a Veterans Day parade, Mt Airy birthday ball and other offers – need to select and commit to activities.
3. Motion to participate in Veteran’s Day parade and attend the American Legion Gala.
a. Gordon to order cake for the Birthday portion of Gala
4. Toys for Tots – Gordon to see if Bill Pastino will coordinate again this year.
New Business
1. There’s an informal rifle/pistol/shotgun shooting event at Mariottsville range. Details will be on web page and Facebook.
2. Howard County Joint Military Council met with Military Commission to plan a monument for veterans in Columbia. It will happen but exact location still needs to be determined.
3. Christmas party for December in place of MCL meeting. The American Legion has a Christmas dinner on the 15th – so we could do that.
Good of the league – None
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October 25, 2016
Opening Ceremony: 1932 meeting starts
Roll Call of Officers: Jr. Vice Stephen Kovalchik and Chaplain Bill Brooks are absent. All others present.
Minutes of previous meeting: Motion to accept by Kevin and seconded by Ed Hall. Motion carried.
Correspondence: Mount Airy ball (Forth District ball) is November 12. November 13 is our celebration (gala) here at the Yingling-Ridgley VFW in partnership with VFW and American legion.
Report of Paymaster: Report was given by our paymaster Gordon MacPhee. The paymasters report was verbal; you can contact Gordon for a copy if you wish by email. Motion to accept paymasters report pending audit by Kevin Oliver, seconded by Dan Rotondo.
Discussion on the floor: Mike Betts requested that the report be more detailed such as providing where each check is applied. Kevin had questions regarding funds that are in Marines helping Marines and moving the funds where they belong. Motion carried.
Report of any member or family sick or distressed: William Brooks’s wife Dianna is recovering from hand surgery.
Report of officers: Commandant Betts went to the Modern Marine Expo for a day. He stated there was a large turnout on that day.
Paymaster went to quarterly meeting up at Deep Creek, well organized event and well attended.
J/A two items to cover reminder no political discussion at the meeting. If you support any candidate it cannot be as a member of the detachment or league.
Report of Standing Committees: Regarding fundraisers, Kevin thanks all members that helped with Savage Fest and the flea market. All members are welcomed to participate with fundraiser events and contribute ideas.
Toys-4-tots needs chairperson; duties are as follows: coordinate with Marine Reserves to determine where to deliver and collect toys. Bill Pastino will put out a Schedule to fill slots on the weekend and see who wants to participate.
Good of the league: Ed Hall brought discussions regarding the Veterans Day parade. Ed suggests that we set up a table to sell flags as a fund raiser. Ed would like to see our Detachment participate in the parade. Parade will be on November 12.
Gordon explained about the gala on November between the three organizations (MCL-American Legion and VFW). Proceeds will be shared by each group. Gordon would like to have a count by November 7th. The time will be 1800. The dress code is business casual. The name is Veterans Day/Marine Corps Birthday.
Ed Hall advised that the American Legion post will be starting an adventuring crew. Focus on mountain climbing and marksmanship. Any one interested in being a coach contact Ed Hall.
Saki advised the members that all the events going on during November 12 and 13 are on our web site. Saki handed out tri-fold flyers to all members here tonight to pass them out.
Gordon also shared with members that we have an opportunity to join with the Joint Military Council (JMC) to work with other veteran’s organization. Contact Gordon for more details.
Bill Swain discussed putting together a grab and go box for fund raisers and parades etc., so everything the detachment needs will be easily accessible.
Closing Ceremony: 2025
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November 22, 2016
Opening Ceremony: 1946
Roll Call of Officers: Jr. Vice and Chaplain out tonight. Tim Paulin acted as Chaplain.
Minutes of previous meeting: Bill Swain motion to accept; seconded by Kevin Oliver.
Correspondence: Saki presented corpesondence from our Facebook page, from a Marine that was in a platoon under Cpl. Taylor (our namesake). Saki read a letter to the detachment from above mention Marine.
Report Paymaster: Given by our paymaster Gordon Mac Phee. Kevin made motion to accept pending audit. Seconded by Dan Rotondo. Motion carried.
Report of any member/family sick or distressed: Question regarding Dennis Graham and how he is doing.
Report of officer: Mike Betts gave an update on hometown heroes down in Laurel. While he was there, he made mention to the mayor of Laurel that SSGT. Karl G. Taylor was a Medal of Honor recipient raised in Laurel.
Mike Betts also spoke about the Marine Ball he attended. Also gave a well done to the detachment regarding the Gala and spoke about the Veterans Day parade.
Sr. Vice Commandant spoke about the parade and activity the after ceremony.
Judge Advocate spoke regarding the Veterans Day Parade and the Gala. He also gave a few brief critiques, but all in all very impressed with the outcome of all attended events.
Commandant brought up the Toys-4-Tots program and requested that all volunteers be at the designated time slot.
Report of Standing Committees: Kevin has no real report at this time some thoughts in the pipeline regarding fund raising.
Gordon spoke regarding the scholarship committee. He will get the scholarship packages out in January to the schools.
Unfinished Business: Gordon Mac Phee put a motion on the floor that the detachment starts a PayPal account to collect donated funds. Motion Seconded by Kevin Oliver.
Discussion on the floor regarding a different company other than PayPal. Motion tabled while Saki obtains further information.
New Business: Tim Paulin has offered to hold a detachment Christmas party at his home. This is a cover dish event. All members attending need to bring a covered dish. This will take place on December 17 at 1800. A motion on the floor was made by Gordon Mac Phee to reimburse $150.00 towards expenses. This was seconded by Bill Swain. Tim will be providing home brew beer and if you wish something different please bring it with you.
Kevin Oliver made a motion for $100 for the Tree of Lights; one for the detachment one for the deceased members. The motion was seconded by Gordon Mac Phee. Motion carried.
Announcements: Kevin brought in a foot locker from Mike Corbett that we can use to store detachment supplies.
On Thursday the 15th of December, the American Legion will be hosting a Christmas party at the Yingling-Ridgley VFW. Also on Friday evening (December 16), the VFW will be hosting an event at the same location.
Good of League: Bill Swain informed all members that his Rotary Club will be hosting an Oyster, Bull Roast around the 3rd week in January. Any members interested in attending see Bill Swain.
Closing Ceremony: 2034 meeting closed.