November 2009
Commander's Comments -
In addition to the Early Bird Dinner on November 7, there will be a special ceremony honoring John Kentera for his 50 years of continuous service and support of the American Legion and our Post 416. Please join us in celebrating this special accomplishment.
As a favor to yours truly, the General Meeting of Post 416 will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 6:30 PM.
Bill Steinauer, Commander
1ST Vice Commander's Report
I want to remind all my paid up members that the Early Bird Dinner is Nov 7th, 2009. So come and bring your paid up card, and if you want it laminated I will do that also Dinner is being put on by Kent Moser and you know what a great job he does, so don’t miss it.
I don’t want to keep pressing you, but the dues are due anytime now.
Shirley Reeves, 1st Vice Commander
2nd Vice Commander's Report
Tuesday night music
this month (@6pm) will be provided by Jus' Friends. Since we have
a friend who's no longer welcome, I have made some changes. No one will be
allowed in the cooking area unless they have a food handler's card, not even
dishwashers. I have had a lot of people take the test and I want to thank them.
Some say they just won't volunteer and that's exactly what our friend wants. I
can give the test - just contact me to schedule a day/night and time. The test
takes very little time. Don't miss
our country hoedown and chili cook-off on December 12th. The whole day should be
fun. Bill Hicks, 2nd Vice Commander Chaplain's Report -
The evening of 4 October, good friend and supporter of Post 416, Gerry Sova, Owner of Cap’n Keno’s restaurant in Encinitas suffered a massive heart attack. He was taken to Encinitas Scripps where at last report he was on life-support. Your prayers for a swift and complete recovery are requested.
That same night, long time member John Kentera found himself in the cubicle next to Gerry in the Intensive Care Unit of Scripps Encinitas with a mild heart attack. At last report, John was home recuperating. Your prayers are also requested.
Jim Thom’s sister in law, the sister of his wife Paula, recently passed away. Our sincere sympathies are extended to Paula and Jim in their sudden loss.
If you become aware of any of our members or members of their immediate family being ill, hospitalized or passing away, please contact me at 760-753-4839.
Perry Comeau, Chaplain
Adjutant's Report -
E-Board Meeting: 7 Oct 09 6:32 PM
Meeting called to order. All officers present.
Commander reported post member Steve Harrington has offered to donate a percentage of proceeds from a nationwide arm wrestling event to the post to be used for Boys State in exchange for using the posts name as receiving charity. Location to be Pechanga Casino, date TBD. A motion was carried to accept offer.
Commander also reported that the D&O insurance premiums for the post will most likely be increasing next year. This comes after our present carrier found we were going to seek competitive rate quotes from other companies.
Post member Dennis McGrory requested permission to place notice in monthly bulletin regarding Wounded Warrior Foundation. It has been asked of Post 416 to collect 600 full size, white bath towels to be given to active duty veterans who are recently returning from war and at Balboa Hospital. Collection to conclude Nov.20, 2009. Motion was carried to grant request.
1st Vice reported 2 new members requests, Danny Samaniego, USN and David J. Long, USN and 1 transfer from post 1000 Brian Collins, USN. Motion was carried.
2nd Vice reported that a new flag is needed for club entry, stove repair bill still being investigated, Jerry Sova has been hospitalized after having a heart attack, Surf and Saddle bar in Solana Beach to close this presents and opportunity for the hiring of bartenders if needed and the TV has been repaired, a motion was carried to split the repair bill among the 4 club groups.
General Meeting: 14 Oct 09 6:30 PM
A quorum of members was present.
Motion to approve minutes of last meeting as written was carried
Sergeant at Arms recognized 2 visitors; Charles Camarato USMC and Frank Zugaj, District E- Board.
1st Vice reported 2 new members requests, Danny Samaniego, USN and David J. Long, USN and 1 transfer from post 1000 Brian Collins, USN. Motion was carried.
2nd Vice reported that the Board of Health has been getting calls about the conditions at the post. As a result ALL persons doing cooking are now required to possess a current food handler’s card. He is qualified to give qualifying tests.
Chaplain reported Gerry Sova will be home soon from the hospital. Member John Kentera has been contacted and he will be present.
Adjutant report none
Financial officer – motion to accept report as presented in written form, carried
Committee report; golf tournament to be held Oct. 18, VA&R needs donations of all kinds, Veteran’s Week will include a charity walk that 1st Vice will participate in. A donation of $25 was requested, motion was carried
Good of the Legion – Frank Zugaj, District E-Board member presented post with various literature; Sept. 18th POW Ceremony @ Camp Pendleton, was not very well attended by post. Upcoming events include the PCC meeting on 10/31 and the holiday bazaar at the VA hospital on 11/19.
Post member Dennis McGrory requested permission to place notice in monthly bulletin regarding Wounded Warrior Foundation. It has been asked of Post 416 to collect 600 full size, white bath towels to be given to active duty veterans who are recently returning from war and at Balboa Hospital. Collection to conclude Nov.20, 2009. Motion was carried to grant request.
Meeting adjourned 7:17PM
Documents presented to members included:
Post financial statement as of Oct. 1, 2009
John Noonan, Adjutant
SAL NEWS
SAL Commander's Report -
No Report
Tate Sanderson, Commander
AUXILIARY NEWS
President's Report -
We were all ready for Lets make a difference Day October 24th. It was suggested to try to find our local Veterans and families. We put an article in two news papers. North County Times and Coast News called WAY (Where Are You) we hope we here from lots of Vets. Stationary Packs were also mailed out to ten women veterans in Central Ca. Women's Facility. I think we really made a difference this year. We hope you all show up at our Halloween Party and Fund raiser, come on down for dinner and fun and entertainment.
Looking forward to November which is Auxiliary Month for dinners. Please come out and support your auxiliary, Our 2nd vice is working hard to have good Yummy dinners for you( be sure and check the calendar).
November 7th is Early Bird Dinner in which we are privileged to join the post in having a party to help John Kentera to celebrate his 50 years of membership in the American Legion Post 416.
November 11th on Wednesday Veterans Day the Auxiliary is going to provide Appetizers and h'ors d'oeuvres to the veterans. Ladies get out your favorite recipes and bring some down to the post from 5 to 7 for Happy hour.
November 19th is the VA Hospital Bazaar its great. Try to get out and support it this year 9am. to 1:00pm.
Our next meeting is November 3rd see you there.
Connielou Caldwell, President
1st Vice President's Report -
Ladies, we are getting close to our Early Bird deadline (November 7, 2009) for paying your Auxiliary dues. In order to get your free dinner that night, you must have your 2010 card. Kent Moser will be preparing a wonderful dinner for us. Please send me your $15 along with any of your Juniors of $5 and you will have an Early Bird stamp on your card. I will accept dues the night of the dinner also. If you can't make the dinner, I still need you to send me your dues. We are at 68% now and should be 100% by December. Our goal is 165.
Thank you to all those that attended my "sold out" manicotti dinner October 17th. Profits went to the "Post". Another thank you to all those that helped me pull it off. We always need volunteer cooks, so please contact our 2nd Vice Presidents if you want to jump in and have some fun cooking for our large Post/Auxiliary/S.A.L. members. Volunteerism is our "life blood" for "Can Do Post 416" and we have many programs to support throughout the year. We are half way through and still have much to do for our veterans, children & youth, and community.
Once again, we are having our annual fundraiser from now until 2nd week of December. Our "wounded warriors" at Balboa Hospital have asked us again to supply them with brand new white fluffy bath towels. If you can't shop, one of us will take your donation and shop for you. There are over 300+ injured so our goal is close to 600. We did it last year and we can do it again this year. They don't ask for much and deserve more, so please, start bringing the towels in and we will make sure they are red ribbon wrapped for delivery to the hospital. One, two or more towels from everyone will help us meet our goal. We have graciously accepted the invitation to go down and decorate the Christmas trees on all decks of the hospital.
Please support our Post in all ways. The holiday season is approaching fast and we have many reasons to help others at this time , especially our Veterans. Wishing all of you a Happy & Joyous Thanksgiving, from Mac, and yours truly,
Roxene McGrory, 1st Vice and Membership
2nd Vice President's Report -
Thanks again to all our volunteers for the great meals you’ve shared with us.
November dinners are planned and our mouths are watering in anticipation , from the early bird meatloaf to the homemade split pea soup. A special award will be presented to John Kentera during the early bird dinner to celebrate his 50 years of membership.
Dishwashers are always needed…. A prize will be awarded to the best dishwasher of the month. Please let me know if you’d like to apply! (760) 436-2369.
Women’s Auxiliary will be hosting happy hour appetizers for all veterans on November 11 at Post 416. Let’s not forget why we’re all here.
Respectfully submitted.
Nancy Kiesel, 2nd Vice President
Auxiliary Chaplain's Report
No Report.
Toni Moore, Chaplain
MISCELLANEOUS
Bingo
Supporting our Veterans and their families, the Post Boys’ State Program and the Auxiliary Girls’ State Program… That’s what you’re doing when you come to Post and play Bingo on Monday nights.
Come on down and play!
Perry Comeau & Shirley Reeves
Golf Tournament
I want to Thank everyone that played in the Auxiliary tournament. I think we all had a good time. It was great to have Darren Bennett and his son Tom join us. One of our youngest Auxiliary members, Melody played in her first tournament and she had a great time. We did not have as good of turn out as I would have like, but we still made a few bucks for our General Fund.
Thank You, Thank You, to all my volunteers . I can’t mention all of you, but you know who you are. Also I do want to Thank Brad Chill for going up and down 101 getting many Gift Certificate and other goodies!!!!
Shirley Reeves
