This was a hybrid in-person/zoom meeting. 12 in-person and 4 zoom.
The meeting was called to order at 1903 hrs. by Base Commander. Mike D.
Flag salute was conducted by Ralph S.
USSVI Creed was read by Larry A.
The Tolling of the Boats was conducted by Keith W for the month of May, consisting of the loss of 3 submarines and the loss of 211 men. Birthdays for the month of May were celebrated with a rousing rendition of “Happy Birthday”.
The minutes of that last meeting was presented by Acting Secretary Larry A and approved by the members present.
The treasury report was given by Steve S and was approved by the members present.
After introduction were made the meeting was continued with;
Old Business
It was reported that the float was in need of a new battery, the need of working on the masts, and touching up on the paint job. Steve S discussed obtaining a bubble machine and subsequently made a motion to acquire one. The motion was second and passed with no objections. Mike D indicated that Dave G was in contact with him and working on the float would be carried out, with-in the next week or so.
New Business
Larry A just got back from The USSVI Western Region Roundup located in Reno NV, made comments concerning the newly formed USSVI Charitable Foundation, which is consolidation of the former individual fund groups. This foundation is headed up by Ken E – Treasurer and incorporates the following segments; General Fund, Scholarship Fund, Brotherhood Fund, Museum Boat Fund, Monument Fund, Kap(s) 4 Kids Fund, Library Fund, and Building Fund. The request was that many members of our organization making a smaller donation are preferable to a few members making larger gifts. With the consensus of the Executive Officers a system of collecting donations will be set up. And on a semi-annual basis sending the funds to USSV Charitable foundation, with a letter naming the specific donor, the amount donated, and their respective addresses. In turn, the foundation will sent out a letter of Thanks to each of the donors, which can be used for IRS tax contributions purposes. At this time we have already four (4) members donating. More to come later on this issue.
It was noted that the city of Bremerton is having a parade on Saturday May 21, 2022 and all members are invited. Was advised that MC-SS group will be attending.
There are still openings in our organization for a Secretary and a Chaplin.
BINICAL LIST
Please keep the following brothers in your thoughts and prayers:
Jerry G – who suffered a stroke a while back. Reports are that he is home and under -going therapy.
Dave S – who is in his second round of chemo for his cancer.
50/50 drawing was held with Steve L AKA Jarhead of MC-SS winning $20.00 and putting it back in the pot for the next 50/50 drawing. THANK YOU,
Ric H advised that his book “A good and Favorable Wind” should be coming out some time in June.
Meeting adjourned at 2050 hrs.
Respectfully Submitted by Larry A, Sr. Vice Cmdr. /Acting Secretary.
