Dec Minutes

Warffemius-Seidler

Post 381

Minutes

December 15, 2014

The American Legion Warffemius-Seider Post 381 membership meeting opened at 7:40 pm

at 14313 Brandywine Heights Road, Brandywine, MD by Post Commander Ron Fisher.

A quorum being met by the following

members in attendance or excused absences:                  Visitors:

Ron Fisher

Pamela Neal-Robinson                                                                         New Members:

Henry Turner                                                                                           Marrie Nunn

Erle Ross                                                                                              Cheraunda  Nunn

Bob Ross

Ian Young

Felix Colaciello

Chris Marshall

Jeremy Foster

David Billings

Dan Dorrance

Robert Bowman

Invocation from Post Chaplain, Chris Marshall

Minutes from the previous meeting was presented and approved.

Reports:

Treasury Report: Finance Officer Pamela Neal-Robinson, presented the current financial

statement. Finance Officer Neal-Robinson further advised that Post 381 had ordered new

checks from the bank, however the checks were missing the second signature block for

officers of the post to sign, therefore the checks needed to be returned and corrected.  MSP

Executive Committee: Commander Fisher advised Park & Planning had a meeting waiting on

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and having their legal group clear things for Post

381 to be on the premises of Wilmer’s Park. Cmdr Fisher further advised Post 381 is no

longer partnering up with Park & Planning as the minutia was too cumbersome and

convoluted to make the partnership work expeditiously for the Post. Therefore Post 381 will

obtain a 100 year lease without the help of Park & Planning.

Historian Report: On behalf of Post Historian Felix Colaciello, Cmdr Fisher reported that

Historian Colaciello will deposit all of Post 381s DD-214s into the safety deposit box at the

bank, along with the Bible which was once held by Mr. Warffemius.

Old Business: Cmdr Fisher reminded everyone that for every $1000 of grants/donations

made to the Post, the member responsible for the contribution will receive 8% commission.

First Vice Commander Henry Turner also noted that the Post will still be looking for

professional organizations to hire to bring larger grants/donations to Post 381.

New Business: Marrie Nunn was introduced to Post 381 and was asked about her travels

and motivation to transfer to Post 381 from her Post in Florida. As a new member of Post

381, Cmdr Fisher welcomed Ms. Nunn with the Post’s new License Plate as welcome to the

Post. Ms. Nunn stated that “viewing Post 381’s website was very important in making her

decision on which Post to transfer to.” Along with getting in contact with Adjutant Erle Ross

and Cmdr Fisher, she felt that Post 381 was the best fit for her and her daughter. Issues

important to her were Post 381 being a diverse group between the ages, races, and

experiences in the military and did not pose as a watering hole. Ms. Nunn further

mentioned that she was heavily involved with community activities held by her previous

Post and she was eager to do similar actions with Post 381. Cmdr Fisher felt that having such

a committee would definitely be beneficial for Post 381 and ordered the Public

Relations/Community Outreach Committee be established with Ms. Nunn to chair the

committee. Ms. Nunn accepted the appointment. Finance Officer Neal-Robinson was also

appointed to the committee.

Cmdr. Fisher also had the chance to talk with Private Nunn who also wants to join Post 381

and has also offered her services to be an Active Duty recruiter for the Post.

Judge Advocate Jeremy Foster and Adjutant Ross wanted to bring to the attention of the

Post that officer selections are to be conducted in January. According to Post 381 Bi-Laws,

the position of Commander can be held by 1 person for a maximum of two consecutive

years. Since Cmdr Fisher was the de facto Commander during the year Post 381 held a

temporary charter and doesn’t count as an actual year of Cmdr Fisher’s tenure as

Commander. Therefore Cmdr Fisher can remain as Commander for 2015. Cmdr Fisher also

suggested that the officers holding positions within Post 381 should maintain their positions

for 2015 as well.

Sergeant-at-Arms Ian Young advised the Post that he will be leaving the area and has agreed

to relinquish his office. New Member Marrie Nunn has volunteered to assume the office of

Sergeant-at-Arms. According to the National Bi-Laws, a member of the Post can run for an

officer position if they’ve attended two consecutive meetings; Regardless of Post 381s Bi-

Laws under Section 10, which requires a person to attend at least 10 meetings within the

previous 12 months prior to being nominated to an officer position. Since Ms. Nunn is a

transfer, her attendance from her previous Post is admissible in satisfying the requirements

for Ms. Nunn to run for Sergeant at Arms for 2015. Judge Advocate Foster will check the Bi-

Laws for clarity on the issue.

Finance Officer Pam Neal-Robinson nominated Marrie Nunn for the office of Sergeant-at-

Arms. MSP by unanimous decision.

Finance Officer Neal-Robinson reported that she was contacted by Girl Scout Troop 6402

looking for venues to host their Christmas Party. All facilities they checked out were booked.

Since Post 381 does not have a building as of yet, the best the Post can offer is support. Cmdr Fisher advised he would make some calls but that in the future, request for venues

should be made with at least 30-60 days’ notice.

Finance Officer Neal-Robinson also commented that with the anticipation of large sums of

money coming to the Post in the future, it would be wise of the Post to hire a certified

accountant. Cmdr Fisher advised Bob Ross would have a contact that would be able to

provide such services for the Post.

For the Good of the Post: County Commander Moss passed Post 381’s inspection with

“flying colors”.

Adjourn:   MSP to adjourn.

Benediction was given by Post Chaplain Chris Marshall.

Next meeting will be Monday, January 19, 2015, at 7:30pm, at Post 381 HQ, 14313

Brandywine Heights Road, Brandywine, Maryland.

Meeting adjourned at 8:36 pm.

Respectfully submitted;

Erle Ross                                                                                          Ronald F. Fisher

Post 381 Adjutant                                                                            Post 381 Commander

Nov 2014

Warffemius-Seidler

Post 381

Minutes

November 17, 2014 

The American Legion Warffemius-Seider Post 381 membership meeting opened at 7:30 pm

At Denny’s Place, 15800 Brandywine Road, Brandywine, MD by Post Commander Ron Fisher.

A quorum being met by the following

members in attendance or excused absences:                            Visitors:

Ron Fisher                                                                          County Commander Haywood Moss

Pamela Neal-Robinson                                                       new member Charles Robinson

Henry Turner

Erle Ross

Bob Ross

Ian Young

Felix Colaciello

Chris Marshall

Jeremy Foster

David Billings

Dan Dorrance

Robert Bowman

Invocation from Post Chaplain, Chris Marshall

Minutes from the previous meeting was presented and approved.

Treasury Report: Finance Officer Pamela Neal-Robinson presented the Treasurer’s Report.

Cmdr Ron Fisher advised that $8.00 cash was given to the Post due to a bounced check,

therefore the $8.00 will be deposited within the coming week. MSP to accept the report.

Excecutive Committee Report: Finance Officer Neal-Robinson advised she attended the

meeting with Parks and Recreation in regards to the different phases of development of

Wilmer’s Park. She reported that a Memorandum of Instruction (MOI) / Memorandum of

Agreement (MOA) was provided to the attendees of the meeting. A follow-up meeting

sometime after Thanksgiving will include the Director of Parks and Recreation to finalize the

MOA in the sharing of responsibilities between the Post and Parks and Recreation. It was

suggested to the representatives of the Post to adjust Phase 1 of the 3-Phase plan so that

there would be less resistance in getting the MOA approved quicker. Nikita Reed presented

the Project Proposal to the group, while Cmdr Fisher and First Vice Cmdr Henry Turner

elaborated on the plans Post 381 had in store for Wilmer’s Park.

One and a half million dollars is needed to operationally maintain the facilities at Wilmer’s

Park; bringing the total costs of the new Post to $15 million which needs to be raised, giving

the Post a buffer of 3 years to meet its goal. Revenue contributing to the funding of the Post

would include patronage of a restaurant on site, coy aquatic farming, rental of sports

equipment and banquet facility, gym, etc. Seven hundred and fifty thousand dollars is

needed for the initial start-up of the Post. The Post has already received a grant for $4000 to

be used for the initial start-up.

Community Relations Report: Cmdr Fisher announced that Bob Ross received an official

letter from the State of Maryland NAACP’s support of Post 381’s restoration of Wilmer’s

Park.

Nakita Reed was also able to obtain correspondence from the African American Historic

foundation that was extremely supportive in Post 381 revitalizing Wilmer’s Park.

Historian’s Report: On behalf of Post Historian Felix Colaciello, Cmdr Fisher reported the

granddaughter of Mr. Wilmer supports Post 381 in obtaining the land, so Historian Colaciello

has reached out to her to express our gratitude for her support.

According to 1^st Vice Cmdr Turner, as a result of all the support and approval letters from

the different associations regarding Post 381 obtaining Wilmer’s Park, there is no need for a

public hearing to take place.

Acquisitions Committee Report: Cmdr Fisher advised that The Home Depot will donate the

lumber in support of the revitalization of Wilmer’s Park including the Banquet Hall as soon

as the Temporary Lease is signed and measurements taken. Cmdr Fisher further advised

that once the restoration of the Banquet hall is completed, a sponsor will donate $1.5

million to have the facility named after this organization; to which this agreement would

have to be put to a vote in the December meeting by the members of the Post. Cmdr Fisher

also mentioned that for every $1000 received in fundraising, the donor will receive 8% back

(tax form 1099 will be required to be completed).

Old Business: License plates have been printed and ready for purchase for $15.

Finance Officer Neal-Robinson advised the Girl Scout Troop changed the date of their event

which was to have occurred on November 15, and would have to be rescheduled for

December. She will check on any Youth Camp availabilities for the month of December. The

official letter from the Girl Scouts supporting Post 381 has been given to Nikita Reed (to

scan) for the possible prospects of obtaining more grants.

Finance Officer Neal-Robinson also advised a letter of gratitude was sent to Post 381 from

The Jude House in regards to the support received from the Post.

Cmdr Fisher advised Post 381’s website will be update with all endorsements.

New Business: At the Southern Maryland District Executive Committee (DEC) meeting, Post

381’s Commander, Ron Fisher, received the Outstanding Commander Award, and Post 381

received the Outstanding Post  Award for 2014.

Judge Advocate Jeremy Foster reported that during the DEC meeting, Ed White spoke out of

turn against Post 381, as he was at the meeting on behalf of National (wearing his Red Cap),

and not a member of the DEC. As such, he had no right to speak, according to national bi

laws, unless he was recognized by the Dec council. When Post 381 members were given the

opportunity to speak at the DEC, Mr. White would interject his opinions without being

recognized by the Chair. If Mr. White would have worn his White Cap at the meeting, he

would have been eligible to speak on behalf of the DEC, but this was not the case.

Department Second Vice Commander Pat McCoy also attended the DEC meeting and let it

be known that she was there, not as a “white Hat”, but on behalf of Post 381. Prince

George’s County Commander Haywood Moss, however, felt Mr. White should be allowed to

make his points at the meeting as the stipulation of donning the correct colored hat to

speak was a trivial matter.

Judge Advocate Foster request that a member of Post 381 sit in at the next DEC meeting to

insure Post 381’s objections of record were documented in the minutes. If Post 381’s

comments are not documented in the minutes, the Post has the right to challenge the

minutes and comments of Mr. White.

For the Good of the Post: County Commander Moss’ inspection of Post 381 stated that we

“passed with flying colors”, and he was “…very impressed with the way this Post was being

run”. County Cmdr Moss further stated that “(he) doesn’t know why this Post did not pass

last year, but sometimes people get locked into the old ways and not open to the new ways

of doing things.” And that “Post 381 is very effective and has an introspective

administration. Most records and reports are kept on computer portraying Posts of the

future”.

Adjourn:   MSP to adjourn.

Benediction given by Post Chaplain Chris Marshall.

Next meeting will be Monday, January 19, 2015, at 7:30pm, at Post 381 HQ located at 14313

Brandywine Heights Road, Brandywine, MD.

Meeting adjourned at 8:36 pm.

Respectfully submitted;

Erle Ross                                                                                         Ronald F. Fisher

Post 381 Adjutant                                                                            Post 381 Commander

OCT 2014 MINS

Warffemius-Seidler

Post 381

Minutes

October 20, 2014

The American Legion Warffemius-Seider Post 381 membership meeting opened at 7:48 pm

at 14313 Brandywine Heights Road, Brandywine, MD by Post Commander Ron Fisher.

A quorum being met by the following

members in attendance or excused absences:                 Visitors:

Ron Fisher

Pamela Neal-Robinson

Henry Turner

Erle Ross

Bob Ross

Ian Young

Felix Colaciello

Chris Marshall

Jeremy Foster

David Billings

Dan Dorrance

Robert Bowman

Convocation from Post Chaplain, Chris Marshall

Minutes from the previous meeting was presented and approved as is.

Reports:

     Treasury: Per response from Finance Officer Pamela Neal-Robinson, First Vice

Commander Henry Turner gave the report. MSP.

     Sick Call/Chaplin’s Report: Finance Officer Pamela Neal-Robinson’s Father is recovering from major surgery. A Card will be sent FO Neal on behalf of the Post. MSP.

Old Business:

Jeremy Foster advised that on Monday 6 Oct 2014, there was a meeting with The Southern Maryland District (SMD) along with Nikita Reed to obtain approval for Post 381 to go forward with the acquisition of property of Wilmer’s Park. There was confusion on SMD’s position as they were assuming the meeting was for the purpose of Post 381 presenting to SMD was to sign off on the lease of the property in which Post 381 has not obtained.  According to the SMD, Post 381 did not need to go through them for approval, as far as they were concerned, but once we have the lease agreement in hand, they would be ready to sign.  According to Nikita, the major point of the meeting was not simply for their approval of the lease, but for SMD to show their support of the Post and of the American Legion as whole before going to Park and Planning. Right now the Grounds Committee is in the process of setting dates to meet with Park and Planning within the next two weeks so that they can be caught up to speed. According to Nikita, Park and Planning is receptive to the idea of the Post obtaining the property and eager to hear the ideas the Post has in store for Wilmer’s Park. First Vice Henry Turner added that once all is said and done, all hands are needed by the Post to restore and manicure the grounds. Once the lease is in the Post’s possession it will be presented to the District, then to the State, and from the State to National.

Commander Fisher advised that the Post will be receiving another shipment of coins as the manufacturer has dropped the price to $3 per coin and urges everyone to advertise the sell of the Post’s Commander’s Coin. Cmdr Fisher further advised that with the date of acquiring Wilmer’s Park looming closer and closer, the Post should begin sending out letters of appreciation to the businesses and politicians who supported Post 381 in the endeavor of acquiring property.

New Business:

Commander Fisher submitted a design of the Post 381 License plate with the Post’s logo and Eagle on the metallic plate. MSP Unanimously

First Vice Commander Turner further advised that the Post would like to sell the license plates which costs $5 to make and suggests that the plates should sell for $15. MSP Unanimously

Commander Fisher has received message from Pam Neal-Robinson requesting help out with yard work at her home while she tends to her ailing Father. Cmdr Fisher has requested members to help out a fellow legionnaire in need.

Adjourn:   MSP to adjourn.

Benediction was given by Post Chaplain Chris Marshall.

Next meeting will be Monday, November 17, 2014, at 7:30pm, at Post 381 HQ at 14313 Brandywine Heights Road, Brandywine, MD.

Meeting adjourned at 9:21 pm.

Respectfully submitted;

Erle Ross                                                                                          Ronald F. Fisher

Post 381 Adjutant                                                                            Post 381 Commander

Sept MIns

Warffemius-Seidler

Post 381

Minutes

September 15, 2014 

The American Legion Warffemius-Seider Post 381 membership meeting opened at 7:37 pm

at 14313 Brandywine Heights Road, Brandywine, MD by Post Commander Ron Fisher.

A quorum being met by the following

members in attendance or excused absences:                 Visitors:

Ron Fisher

Pamela Neal-Robinson

Henry Turner

Erle Ross

Bob Ross

Ian Young

Felix Colaciello

Chris Marshall

Jeremy Foster

David Billings

Dan Dorrance

Robert Bowman

Convocation from Post Chaplain, Chris Marshall

Minutes from the previous meeting was presented and approved as is.

Reports:

Treasury Report postponed until October’s meeting. MSP

Sick Call/Chaplins Report: Pamela Neal-Robinson is recovering from surgery.

Old Business:

Commander Fisher advised that Nikita Reed has prepared sample support letters endorsing

Post 381 in obtaining Wilmer’s Park that are to be addressed to the Director of Parks and Recreation, Ronnie Gathers. Cmdr Fisher further advised that the process of acquiring

Wilmer’s Park is still moving positively in the Post’s favor.

First Vice Commander Henry Turner discussed with Denny Lavelle, on behalf of Post 381, to

have the Post’s signs displayed and equipment remain at Denny’s Place for the remainder of

the tax year.

According to Cmdr Fisher, money donated through Paypal is accounted for through Paypal.

As soon as the post needs it to be released into the Post’s bank account, Paypal will do so

for a nominal fee.

Cmdr Fisher advised he would have the check to donate, on behalf of Post 381 to Ebenezer

AME’s 5k/10/50k Walk, Run, Bike race on 4 Oct 2014, no later than 24 Sep 2014.

New Business:

County Executive Rue Shon has invited Post 381 to attend Comedy event at Denny’s Place

on September 19, and is open for all members.

Membership Renewals are due. Cmdr Fisher ensured that all members are up to date with

their membership and requested that if any members do need to pay, they need to do so as

soon as possible.

First Vice Commander Turner announced that he has accepted the role by the county to be

a consultant in the setup of a Veteran Affairs Office for Prince George’s County during the

next 3 months to put together the rationale, structure, and look at the things the Veteran

Community would like to accomplish in the VA Office by setting up discussion/focus groups

for the Northern, Central, and Southern portions of the County.  Mr. Turner further asks

Post 381 for its support to setup a focus group for the Southern portion of Prince George’s

County.

Cmdr Fisher moved that Warffemius-Seidler Post 381 support Henry Turner in his consulting

efforts for Prince George’s County and the State of Maryland on behalf of Veterans. The

Post will write a letter of endorsement officially supporting Mr. Turner. MSP.

Adjourn:   MSP to adjourn.

Benediction given by Post Chaplain Chris Marshall.

Next meeting will be October 20, 2014, at 7:30pm, at Post 381 HQ at 14313 Brandywine

Heights Road, Brandywine, MD.

Meeting adjourned at 8:21pm.

Respectfully submitted;

Erle Ross                                                                                              Ronald F. Fisher

Post 381 Adjutant                                                                            Post 381 Commander

Aug

Warffemius-Seidler

Post 381

Minutes

August 18, 2014 

The American Legion Warffemius-Seider Post 381 membership meeting opened at 7:38 pm

at 14313 Brandywine Heights Road, Brandywine, MD by Post Commander Ron Fisher.

A quorum being met by the following

members in attendance or excused absences:                 Visitors:

Ron Fisher

Pamela Neal-Robinson

Erle Ross

Ian Young

Felix Colaciello

Chris Marshall

Jeremy Foster

David Billings

Dan Dorrance

Robert Bowman

Convocation from Post Chaplain, Chris Marshall

Minutes from 21 Jul 2014, are to be amended in regards to the Grounds Committee Report

changing the word “support” to “assistance” referring to the presentation of the Certificate

of Recognition and Commander’s Coin. MSP

Reports:

Treasury Report: Finance Officer (FO) Pam Neal-Robinson presented the bank balances.

Paypal donations are not being direct deposited to the bank and FO Neal will be looking into

the issue. Commander Fisher has selected Judge Advocate Jeremy Foster to be added to the

Paypal account with FO Neal as back up. MSP

Commander’s Report: Commander Fisher wanted to reiterate the point that Post 381s bi-

laws clearly states that only 5 members are needed to make a quorum. This point was to be

made clear as one of the American Legion Posts in MD are having issues with quorums not

being met for their monthly meetings.

Grounds Committee Report: Committee Chair Jeremy Foster reported the Grounds

Committee met with Councilman Mel Franklin, his Chief of Staff and Nikita Reed on 31 July

2014 in regards to the 20 acres of land being donated to Post 381 by Prince George’s

County’s Park and Planning Commission. The meeting was promising with the possibility of

issues dealing with the Historical Society and their preference for Park and Recreation to

improve the grounds of Wilmer’s Park. However the land has not been tended to for some

time.  Post 381 has expressed interest to put the land to use. Post 381 has expressed the

desire to restore the land and preserve the artifacts and buildings located on the premises.

The current state of the grounds is as follows: overgrown grass fields, buildings needs

maintenance, and camp-sight on the property needs up keeping.

Land Report: Commander Fisher urged First Vice Commander Henry Turner talk to his

management group to provide a proposal to Post 381 as soon as possible, as Cmdr. Fisher is

willing to front $15,000 in order to begin the business relationship between the Post and the

management group that will be bringing in sponsors for The Post.  Cmdr. Fisher also charged

Service Officer Dan Dorrance to devise a plan for living quarters on the proposed land as

SMECO representatives has suggested to donate the time and materials to bringing

electricity to the land once Post 381 is awarded the property. First Vice Cmdr. Turner

advised that the letters which were created for members to request donations from friends,

families and businesses needs to be tailored to Post 381’s current sights on the newly

suggested land. It is 1^st Vice Cmdr. Turner’s professional opinion that the Post should hire an

organization to help in raising the large amount of cash needed to rehabilitate the land. First

Vice Cmdr. Turner is appealing to all to bring in management companies to vet and compete

for Post 381’s service. Cmdr. Fisher further advised once Phase 1 of acquisition and

development of land has been accomplished, Post 381’s relationship with Ms. Reed will be

visited as she has expressed her desire to no longer conduct business Pro Bono.

New Business:

Commander Fisher requests that everyone should try to attend one of the District Meetings

and has passed around the scheduled dates for the months leading into 2015.

Conmander Fisher is recommending Post 381 meetings be held at his residence (14313

Brandywine Heights, Brandywine, MD) as Denny Lavallee has sold Denny’s Place. Cmdr.

Fisher also needs hands in obtaining the remainder of Post 381’s belongings (flags, flood

lights, Post 381’s signs, etc.) from Denny’s Place. Finance Officer Pam Neal-Robinson

reached out to Mr. Lavallee (once Post 381 became aware of the selling of Denny’s Place)

for compensation of work conducted on Denny’s Place by Post 381, while monthly meetings

were held between 2012-2014 (per the agreement signed by Post 381 and Mr. Lavallee),

and no response has been returned as of yet. Cmdr. Fisher also advised that the Adopt-A-

Highway signs have not been printed with Denny’s Place as Post 381 Headquarters, and will

be placed on hold until further notice.

Chris Marshall brought to the table the sponsorship of Post 381 to Ebenezer AME’s

5k/10/50k Walk, Run, Bike race on 4 Oct 2014. Cmdr. Fisher has submitted a donation of

$100 on behalf of the Post. MSP

Adjourn:   MSP to adjourn.

Benediction given by Post Chaplain Chris Marshall.

Next meeting will be Monday, September 15, at 7:30pm, at Commander Fisher’s residence,

14313 Brandywine Heights Road, Brandywine, MD.

Meeting adjourned at 8:40 pm.

Respectfully submitted;

Erle Ross                                                                                          Ronald F. Fisher

Post 381 Adjutant                                                                            Post 381 Commander

July 2014

Warffemius-Seidler

Post 381

Minutes

July 21, 2014 

The American Legion Warffemius-Seider Post 381 membership meeting opened at 7:45 pm

at Denny’s Place, 15800 Brandywine Road, Brandywine, MD by Post Commander Ron Fisher.

A quorum being met by the following

members in attendance or excused absences:                 Visitors:

Ron Fisher                                                                    Casey Fisher

Pamela Neal-Robinson

Erle Ross

Ian Young

Felix Colaciello

Chris Marshall

Jeremy Foster

David Billings

Dan Dorrance

Robert Bowman

Convocation from Post Chaplain, Chris Marshall

Minutes from the previous meeting was presented and approved.

Reports:

Treasury Report: Finance Officer Pam Neal-Robinson advised two deposits were made,

totaling $200 for the current month. Two checks were received (one for $70.00 and the

other for $25) after the posting of the final balance, and which will be deposited no later

than Jul 26th. MSP

Grounds Committee Report: Jeremy Foster reported the Grounds Committee will meet with

Councilman Mel Franklin and Staff on July 31 to present them with a Certificate of

Recognition and Commander’s Coin for their support in providing the 20 acres of land being

donated to Post 381 by PGC’s Park and Planning Commission. The additional acres will allow

Post 381 to host Turkey Shoots prior to construction of the new post.

Community Committee Report: Chair Pam Neal-Robinson spoke with Mrs. D. Knight, Troop

Leader of local Girl Scout Troop 6202, of which Post 381 is sponsoring. Currently Troop 6202

are members of the Kid’s Club of Waldorf (a non-profit organization affiliated to the Girl

Scouts of America). Mrs. Knight is requesting of Post 381’s assistance in fundraising events

separate from the sponsored fundraising events by the Kid’s Club of Waldorf in order to

bring more revenue to Troop 6202. Mrs. Knight is asking if Post 381 would allow them to

fundraise in the next available Post 381 event to which there would be less restrictions as

far as monies received in a Post 381 sponsored event rather than in a Kid’s Club of Waldorf

sponsored event. Troop 6202 is expecting to attend the August 24 Charles County

Community event led by Post 381’s very own Pam Neal-Robinson. Post 381 has already

planned to donate the use of the moon bounce and support to the community attending

this event. If Post 381 allows Troop 6202 to fundraise under the provision of Post 381 as a

non-profit organization, revenue received will be distributed amongst Post 381 and Troop

6202 only (terms of the distribution of funds and real estate at the event will be determined

at a later date). Motion was made for Post 381 to adopt Troop 6202 as their non-profit

organization to fundraise on the 24 Aug 2014 Community Event with Post 381. MSP

The issue of profits distributed between Post 381 and any other entity jointly fundraising at

events will be tabled until the following meeting to further discuss the idea of

“cost+percentage”, meaning that distribution of funds between Post 381 and the other

entity would take into consideration the cost of the product being sold, the distribution of

the profit based on a percentage of the labor conducted by both entities (in which case the

percentage will be negotiable for each event), and the size of the event that’s hosting the

fundraiser.

Land Report: First Vice Commander Henry Turner will be providing a proposal from his

management group to Post 381 by 31 Jul 2014, in order to understand what Mr. Turner’s

company can do for Post 381 as far as finding contractors to support the building of

infrastructures of Post 381, but the Post must also do its due diligence in exploring other

management groups in the local area to compete for Post 381’s business. Commander

Fisher has charged Robert Bowman and Dr. Billings to provide, in writing, guidelines to

Prince George’s County (PGC) Park and Planning of how Post 381 will be able to obtain PGC

businesses (primarily) to be a part of the building Post 381. Mr. Turner’s proposal will be

along the same lines as far as the message is concerned, but it will be from the perspective

of Mr. Turner’s business.  Commander Fisher asked Robert to take the lead on this project in

the vetting of competing management companies when Post 381 is ready to take on bids.

New Business:

Commander Fisher advised that The American Legion is on the verge of changing their

policies regarding Korean War Veterans who are being excluded from joining the Legion.

Commander has requested of Dan Dorrance to be a part of the committee of delegates

(along with Commander Fisher and Robert Bowman) to be able to vote on the matter.

Commander Fisher announced Robert “Rob” Bowman as the newest member of Post 381,

to which Rob notified the Post that the Navy’s 1st Petty Chief Officer Association is having a

meeting at the National Harbor on 25 Jul 2014 at 0900hrs at the O&I Building, to which Rob

will be talking about the vision of Post 381 and the use of the American Legion to benefit the

Active Duty Members, in order to draw in new Active Duty Membership.

New Commemorative Coins (Post 381 Coin and Commander’s Coin) have come in.

Commander Fisher presented Casey Fisher with the Commander’s Coin for her support and

development of the Auxiliary. Commander Fisher also presented Pam Neal-Robinson with a

Commander’s Coin for her service with the Post.  Commander Fisher will also present Ellen

Foster of Enterprise Rent-A-Car with a Commander’s Coin, who introduced Post 381 to Girl

Scout’s Troop 6202 and has donated $300 to Post 381, at a later date.

Commander Fisher took a vote of the cost of the Post 381 coins and based on the number of

votes of those present at the meeting, the coins will be sold for $10.

Report for the Good of the Post:

Commander Fisher read the April 13, 2014 article from the Colorado Springs Gazette, which

interviewed Commander Fisher, 1^st Vice Commander Turner, and former 2^nd Vice

Commander Bryan Hoover about honoring Airman 1^st Class Matthew Seidler by naming Post

381 after himself and fellow Veteran Hans Warffemius. (see http://m.gazette.com/new-american-legion-honors-peterson-war-hero-by-adopting-his-name/article/1518126 )

Adjourn:   MSP to adjourn.

Benediction given by Post Chaplain Chris Marshall.

Next meeting will be Monday,  August 18, at 7:30pm, at Post 381 HQ at Denny’s Place.

Meeting adjourned at 8:35pm.

Respectfully submitted;

Erle Ross                                                                                          Ronald F. Fisher

Post 381 Adjutant                                                                            Post 381 Commander

June 2014

Warffemius-Seidler

Post 381

Minutes

June 16, 2014

The American Legion Warffemius-Seider Post 381 membership meeting opened at 7:56 pm

At the home of Post Commander Ron Fisher, 14313 Brandywine Heights Road, Brandywine,

MD by Post Commander Ron Fisher.

A quorum being met by the following

members in attendance or excused absences:                 Visitors:

Ron Fisher                                                                                Nakita Reed

Henry Turner                                                                           Sylvester Olhere

Dan Dorrance                                                                          Tim Olypona

Chris Marshall                                                                         Aung Hoang

Pamela Neal-Robinson                                                          Casey Fisher

Erle Ross

David Billings

Gary Wells

Convocation from Post Chaplain, Chris Marshall

Minutes from the previous meeting was presented and approved with corrections. MSP.

Cmdr Fisher moved that the Finance Report be postponed until the next meeting. MSP

Cmdr Fisher presented a letter of endorsement from State Senator Mike Mills, and will post

the letter on the Post website.

Cmdr Fisher moved to dispense with normal business and go straight to the presentation

from the visitors. MSP.

Sylverster Olhere, Aung Hoang , and Tim Olypona introduced themselves and how they are

supporting the American Legion and Post 381, and how the Post can support their interests.

Mr. Olhere is looking for a large building that could be rented for various needs by a local

group of immigrants from Nigeria; Mr. Hoang has developed a hypoponic process that can

mutually draw people to our facility.

Nakita Reed, representing Encore Sustainable Design, using Power-Point slides presented a

timeline and how the process works from obtaining property to the opening of a facility to

meet our requirements. This included how her organization would bring into the process a

general contractor; government entities such as the County zoning board and the State Park

and Planning Department (M-NCPPC) ; work with the Post’s Building Committee to develop

our requirements; how and when financial goals need to be met; how and who will make

contractual agreements, among others.

Members made statements and asked questions during the presentation. The process will

Be pretty much the same whether we move forward with the Dr. Dobson property, the 88 acre Wilmer Park, or another piece of property not yet identified.

Adjourn:   MSP to adjourn.

Benediction given by Post Chaplain Chris Marshall.

Next meeting will be July 21, 2014, at 7:30pm, at Post 381 HQ at Denny’s Place.

Meeting adjourned at 9:30pm.

Respectfully submitted;

Erle Ross                                                                                              Ronald F. Fisher

Post 381 Adjutant                                                                            Post 381 Commander