General Membership Meeting<\/strong><\/p>\n

Firestone VFW Akron, OH<\/p>\n

July 9, 2023<\/p>\n

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1. Pledge of Allegiance by Jim Jarrett<\/li>\n
2. Opening Prayer by Kevin Ivey<\/li>\n
3. Moment of silence by Jim Jarrett<\/li>\n
4. Mission Statement read by Jim Jarrett<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

   President Bob Fankhauser called the July 9, 2023 meeting to order.<\/p>\n

   The minutes from the June 4, 2023 meeting were approved as read by Carolyn Clement.<\/p>\n

   Treasurer\u2019s report was read by Nancy Beisler.\u00a0 A motion was made by Dave Noaker and 2^{nd<\/sup> by Judi Willgues to accept the report, subject to audit.\u00a0 Motion carried.<\/p>\n}

   Guest Speaker:\u00a0 We welcomed our current Stark State Scholarship recipient, James Allen, who filled us in on his scholastic endeavors.\u00a0 He was very grateful for our help and we were honored to meet him.<\/p>\n

   President Report:<\/u> \u00a0Bob. The VFW corn roast will be held on Saturday, August 19 from 1:00 until 6:00.\u00a0 Cost is $5 for all you can eat corn. \u00a0Other foods will be available to purchase. \u00a0Oppie, Sandy, and Liggett will be attending bar.<\/p>\n

   Vetfest is August 26^{th<\/sup>.<\/p>\n}

   Vice-President Report: <\/u>\u00a0Wes read thank you\u2019s from Eric Garrett and Donna Smith\u2019s son and daughter-in-law Shaun and Kelly.<\/p>\n

   Guests<\/u>:<\/p>\n

   Guest Speaker<\/u>:<\/p>\n

   Patches<\/u>:<\/p>\n

   Ron Mani Award<\/u>:<\/p>\n

   (Select at October Board Meeting and present at November general meeting)<\/p>\n

   Committees<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

   Events<\/u>: Darlene<\/p>\n

   Website: <\/u>Janet White:<\/u><\/p>\n

   Gun Bash: Kevin:<\/u> \u00a0Breakdown of unsold tickets: Main 166\/600, Green 179\/500, Yellow 168\/500.\u00a0 Please return unsold tickets to Kevin as there is a waiting list.<\/p>\n

   Adopt a Family Project:<\/u> \u00a0Darlene and Kolleen: If anyone knows of a veteran or veteran family member in need, let Darlene or Kolleen know.\u00a0 Also, contact Harold Fields if you know of a veteran who needs a lift chair or other items.<\/p>\n

   Color Guard: <\/u>Chris Duncan<\/p>\n

   Membership<\/u>: Carolyn Liggett:<\/p>\n

   Scholarship Endowment:<\/u> \u00a0Janet White:\u00a0 Current balance is $78,085.03 and we have awarded $8153.00 in scholarships.<\/p>\n

   Suicide Prevention & Military Families<\/u>: \u00a0Moe & Sarah<\/p>\n

   Wellness Committee<\/u>: Kevin.<\/p>\n

   Quarter Master<\/u>: Tim Hess.<\/p>\n

   Nominations<\/strong>: Dave Noaker conducted our first round of nominations.\u00a0 The following have accepted:<\/p>\n

   President: Bob Fankhauser<\/p>\n

   Secretary: Carolyn Clement<\/p>\n

   Board of Directors: James Pierse, Carolyn Liggett, Tim Hess, Janet White<\/p>\n

   50\/50:<\/u><\/strong> \u00a0Was won by Gerry Beisler.\u00a0 $31 will be deposited to our scholarship and $31 will be deposited to the general fund.<\/p>\n

   New Business <\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

   Wednesday, August 2^{nd<\/sup> Vietnam Traveling Wall Escort.\u00a0 Leave VFW at 3 pm in dress code.<\/p>\n}

   August 3^{rd<\/sup>-5th<\/sup> Summit County Italian-American Festival. Contact Judi Willgues if you can help out.<\/p>\n}

   Saturday, August 5^{th<\/sup> Chair of Honor dedication at Plain Township Veteran Memorial Park, 1742 Schneider St NE, Canton, Ohio 44721 at 11:00 am.<\/p>\n}

   Sunday, October 1^{st<\/sup> Shreve Legion Escort.\u00a0 Details to follow.<\/p>\n}

   Midvale extended their thanks for the Flags at Midvale Speedway.<\/p>\n

   Next Board and General meeting is on August 6^{th<\/sup>.<\/p>\n}

   There being no further business to come before the chapter, a motion was made by Donna Smith and 2^{nd<\/sup> by Janet White to adjourn the meeting.\u00a0 Motion carried.<\/p>\n}

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