SGT. MICHAEL R. HILBERT, USMC
MEMORIAL VVA CHAPTER PI 887
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
Angeles City/Subic, Philippines
PSC 517, BOX RC V
FPO AP 96517-1000
E-MAIL: vvachapterpi887@yahoo.com
Tel: (045) 892-6374
WEB PAGE: www.vva887.com
May 3, 2012
Subject: VVA 887 Chapter GMM Minutes of May 1, 2012.
See Distribution
1. Chapter President Jim Lary opened the monthly GMM of VVA Chapter PI 887 on
Tuesday, May 1st @ 2:09 PM in the meeting room of the White House Hotel. There
were 23 VVA and AVVA members in attendance.
2. Pres. Lary followed the established ritual with a prayer by the Chaplain and
Pledge of Allegiance to our Flag of the United States of America.
3. The Roll Call of Chapter officers was conducted by the Secretary. All
officers were present other than Past President King who was excused and AVVA
President Bhatty, who was absent.
4. Introduction of Guests. None.
5. Reading of Previous Minutes. The Secretary made a motion, which was seconded
by Mike Jugan to accept the Apr 15, 2012 GMM minutes as posted on the DAV/VVA
887 Bulletin Board, VVA 887 Web Site and distributed to all members with an
E-Mail address, subject to correction. After a suggestion to mention the two new
members accepted at the last GMM (Eugene and Maynard Smith), the motion passed.
A copy of all minutes will be sent to the 1-Stop Tavern and A.L. Post 4 in Subic
for posting.
6. Reading of Communications. None.
7. Treasure’s Report.
a. Treasurer L-Don gave the finance report ending 30 Apr 2012. A motion was made
by L-Don, with second from Bob Farrow to accept the Treasurer’s financial report
subject to audit. There was no discussion, the motion passed.
b. Any Outstanding Bills. P5, 000 donation to the Holy Trinity Home (Porac) will
be paid this week, office secretary is owed P1, 500, plus two other bills.
c. The Treasurer continues having problems accessing the Chapter’s NFCU account
on-line. We will address this matter later in the meeting.
8. MEMBER OR FAMILY OF A MEMBER IN DISTRESS. LMs Allen Coates and Clyde Dunlap
are resting at home. Veteran James “JC” Williams passed away last evening,
funeral arrangements are pending. Please remember all of our distressed members
in your prayers.
9. COMMITTEE REPORTS.
a. Membership. (Ch. Ray Jones). Received the VVA National roster for our chapter
for March 2012. We have a total of 112 VVA members; however this does not
include several new members and renewals since then. Total is closer to 120
members. There are no applications for submission at this time.
b. Community Activities. (Jim Lary). Jim reported that he will deliver our
monthly donation to the Home (Porac) later this week. He stated that he
delivered veggie seeds to the home upon his return from Korea and their garden
is looking good.
c. Veterans Affairs: (Rhett Webber). Rhett briefed on Tricare expenses and
stated they continue to climb. Tricare in the Philippines has basically been put
in limbo until 2013. Also, when filing billing requests, you need to file one
for the hospital and one for each doctor you saw. The VA has been asked to
provide a representative at the American Legion Philippine Department Convention
next month (more info when received). VA Manila Director Jon Skelly will depart
for reassignment on June 4. He was commended for his performance.
d. Audit Committee. (BOD). Audit was performed on the Finance Report and it was
found to be in order.
e. Web Site. (Mac-Mac). Mac briefed that he has plans to update our site with
newer technology. He has also stated that the new “Featured Vet” will be Larry
Wade.
f. Social Committee. (Jim Hoggs). Jim stated that the choice for this month’s
social is the Emotions Bar on Perimeter Road. The social will be on Thursday,
May 17th at 2 PM. All members are asked for max participation for this event.
g. SUNDRY SALES (Rhett Webber). Rhett briefed that all items are in stock and
ready for our big Independence Day event.
h. AVVA Affairs. (Tariq Bhatty). Tariq was absent. No Report.
10. Old Business:
a. The Chapter still must register with the SEC, and the secretary has all the
paperwork turned over to Tariq for the attorney. President Lary will try to get
an update from Tariq later this week. Item Pending.
b. Independence Day Celebration update: Pres. Lary has reserved the Ponderosa
Hotel. The Rusty Rockers Band has agreed to play for P5, 000 – P6, 000. Ray
Jones made a motion, seconded by L-Don, to spend no more than P6, 000 for the
band. There was no discussion and the motion was approved. Meal tickets are now
being prepared. It was discussed that we have raffle tickets made up with a
50/50 type prize, but in graduated stages. Prizes will be: 1st: 25% of take,
2nd: 15% of take and 3rd: 10% of take (with the Chapter receiving the remaining
50%. Rhett made a motion, seconded by Mike J., to spend no more than P2, 000 to
have tickets made up on the order of the A.L. Post 123 raffle tickets. The
motion was approved with no discussion. Pres. Lary also brought up soliciting
door prizes for the event. Jim Hoggs will head a committee to acquire prizes.
Item Open.
c. It was discussed to start a new travel account for anyone attending next
year’s VVA National Convention in Jacksonville, Florida. These funds will come
out of the Chapter’s take of 50/50 at our socials, as done in the past. All
agreed.
11. New Business:
a. The BOD approved changing our dollar bank account from Navy Federal to the
Pentagon Credit Union due to numerous problems with Navy Fed. The Treasurer has
already contacted Pentagon CU and forms will be filled out and returned. A check
will be written to open the account and when all Navy Fed checks clear, we will
close that account. Those on the account will remain the same (President Lary,
Secretary Jones and Treasurer Donaldson).
b. The topic of continuing holding semi-annual meetings in the Subic area was
discussed. The main concern was the paying for a van and few members riding it,
causing a high expense to the Chapter. Pres. Lary suggested that we use his van
and have the riders only pay for the gas and tolls on the trip (he would provide
the driver). It was decided to continue holding these meetings and bring up the
travel arrangements before each meeting there.
c. Treasurer Donaldson brought up that the DAV, whom we share our office with,
has asked for help in paying costs for printer ink and paper. We have shared
costs for this in the past and it’s only a once a year expense. L-Don motioned,
with second by Bud Cole, to approve funds in the amount of P2, 400 for this
expense. No discussion, motion was approved.
d. L-Don made a motion, seconded by Rhett, for the Chapter to purchase a
half-page ad in the VFW DPA Convention Book for $45. The motion was approved
with no discussion.
12. Good of the Chapter/Announcements.
a. The next DAV Chapter 3 GMM will be Friday, May 11th in the VFW Post 2485
Essary Room.
b. A. L. Post 123 has their GMM Wednesday, May 9th in their Post Home @ 10 AM.
They will hold their monthly social in the Cherry Bar on Thursday, May 10th at
2PM. All are welcome. The Post will hold their Annual Memorial Day Ceremony in
Clark Cemetery on Wed., May 30th at 10 AM, followed by a BBQ at the Post Home.
Raffle tickets are available from all members for P250 each.
c. The next VFW 2485 GMM is Sun, May 6th in the Post Home meeting room @ 10 AM.
The next VFW 11447 GMM will be Wed, May 9th @ 10 AM.
d. The next Beagles Organization GMM will be Sat, May 12th @ 11 AM at the Dog
House. They will hold their 36th Anniversary and Installation of Officers on
Sat., June 23rd in the KM 32 Restaurant, across from the Church in Sta. Maria II
from 6-10 PM. See members or Dog House cashier for meal and raffle tickets.
e. A.L. Post 4’s next GMM is Sun, Mar 11th at 1 PM in their Post Home.
f. FRA 367’s GMM is Friday, May 4th at 11 AM.
g. A.L. Post 10 GMM is Tues., May 9th at 10 AM in their Post Home.
h. Mike Jugan gave an update on the little girl needing help for cardiac
surgery. They are waiting on Philippine Airlines to provide for the surgery.
i. The 50/50 raffle drawing was won by Bob Farrow for P2, 700 with the same
amount going to the Chapter.
13. MEETING ADJOURNED: There being no further business to come before the
meeting, Pres. Lary closed the GMM in accordance with the established ritual at
3:10 PM. The next VVA Chapter PI 887 GMM will be Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at 2 PM
in the meeting room of the White House Hotel, Hensonville.
S/ Ray Jones S/ James Lary
Ray Jones James Lary
Chapter Secretary Chapter Vice President
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