Minutes August 2009

President John Steffen called the meeting of American Legion Riders Post 1115 to order.

Pledge of Allegiance was performed and Moment of Silence was observed.

Roll Call: Secretary
_X_ Byron Baker ___ Scott Holocker
___ Robert Becraft Jr. ___ Trent Luster
_X_ Mark Carr _X_ Terry Seils
_X_ Bernard Chase ___ Zach Smith
_X_ Michael Craig _X_ John Steffen
_X_ Jim Petty ___ David Dintelman
___ Dan Bolton ___ Ben Broyles
_X_ Karen Miller

Secretary Bernie Chase read last month’s minutes for approval. Mark Carr motioned for approval of the minutes. Byron Baker seconded the motion. The motion passed with 6 yea’s and 1 Nay by Terry Seils.

No New members were introduced and welcomed to the chapter.

Mark Carr read the financial report. Our bank account is $425.00 Byron Baker motioned to accept the financial report as read, Terry Seils seconded the motion. Motion carried with 8 Yea’s and no nays.

Mark Carr reported the membership report. The chapter has one new member totaling 15 members. Mike Craig motioned to accept the financial report as read, Byron Baker seconded the motion. Motion carried with 7 Yea’s and 1 nay from Terry Seils. Motion passed.

Bernie Chase reported in the absence of Bob Becraft on the Illinois State Fair Veterans Parade about possible participation for our members. Also, there is a parade for the Grand Nationals if we want to participate. Bernie also stated that we will be involved with the Hodgie Run at the Legion and that volunteers are needed.

There was no sick call to report.

Old business: John Steffen stated he will be attending the State Fair rally on veteran’s day at the fair. John said we need to find out if other Legions are open for us to have our after meetings runs. John talked with the members from the Peoria Heights ALR chapter and the possibility of working together on future events and support.

In new business: It was discussed about riding to the Anchor Club for post meeting rides. John will distribute the new membership application that the chapter will be using for now on. Karen Miller mentioned a Riders Sponsors Pamphlet idea to help raise money for the chapter. It was tabled until this could be further discussed by Bob Becraft.

John Steffen proposed about changing our dues to match the Peoria Heights chapter. Mike Craig stated to keep the dues the same and review the dues June 1, 2010 at the end of our calendar year. It was agreed on by all members.

For the good of the ALR there was discussion about a garage sale with donated goods and all funds going to the Legion Riders. Discussion followed and Karen Miller mentioned making flyers for it and having it at the end of October or beginning of November. Will ask Dennis if we can have it here.

Byron Baker motioned to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded by Mark Carr. The motion was voted on and passed with 7 yea’s and 1 nay by Terry Seils. Motion carried and meeting was adjourned.

August 2, 2009

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Bernie L. Chase
Secretary