General Membership Meeting
Firestone VFW Akron, OH
March 2, 2025
- Pledge of Allegiance by Jim Jarrett
- Opening Prayer by Kevin Ivey
- Moment of silence by Jim Jarrett
- Mission Statement read by Jim Jarrett
President Bob Fankhauser called the March 2, 2025 meeting to order.
The minutes from the February 2, 2025 meeting were read by Carolyn Clement. A motion was made by Dave Noaker, and 2nd by Terry McMahan to accept the minutes as read. Motion carried.
The Treasurer’s report for the month of February, 2025 was read by Nancy Beisler. A motion was made by Paul Noaker, and 2nd by Dave Noaker to accept the treasurers report, subject to audit. Motion carried.
Guests:
Guest Speaker:
Patches:
President Report: Chapter dues of $40 are due.
Piston Power Show will be held on March 28th, 29th, and 30th.
Visits to Heather Knoll Nursing Home are March 4th and 18th, and April 1st at 9:30am.
Visits to Rose Lane Nursing Home are March 11th and 25th at 9:00am.
Vice-President Report: Wes read a Thank you card from The Woody Williams Foundation. We received another check from Jack Dowler for $135 from the sales of his book, to be deposited to The Suicide Prevention Fund.
Warrior to Warrior Ministry has invited our Color Guard to participate in the Memorial Day Parade in Canton. All riders are welcome. Wes sent a letter to Vice President, JD Vance inviting him and his wife to join us on our Veterans Float.
COB Report: Jim updated us on Chairs of Honor and plaques that need repaired or replaced
Ron Mani Award:
(Select at October Board Meeting and present at November general meeting)
Committees
Membership: Carolyn Liggett
Website: Gerry Beisler & Janet White
Gun Bash: Kevin: Gun Bash tickets were distributed.
Wellness: Kevin
Adopt a Family Project: Darlene & Kolleen:
Color Guard: Chris & Wes
Scholarship Endowment: Janet White
Suicide Prevention & Military Families: Moe & Marty.
Quarter Master:
50/50 was won by
New Business
Saturday, March 8th, The SAM Center is hosting a Pasta Dinner from 6:00 – 11:00pm. See website for details.
Saturday, May 10th. Chair of Honor Dedication at Sugarcreek Garaway High School Football Stadium located at
475 Dover Rd. NW, Sugarcreek, OH.
Wednesday, May 21st, presentation of a POW/MIA Flag at the Ohio State Capital.
Friday, May 30th and Saturday, May 31st, The Tuskegee Airmen will be at MAPS from 9-5. Admission is free.
Saturday, June 14th, CASA fundraiser spaghetti dinner and ride. See website for details.
Our next Board and General meetings are April 6th, 2025.
There being no further business to come before the chapter, a motion was made by Jesse Alvarez, and 2nd by Paul Noaker to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.