MEETING MINUTES 
AMERICAN LEGION 
El Cajon Post 303
June 20, 2018
At 1800 - Post members to include John Atkinson, Bill Fuller, Ronny Murphy and Ken Bevil prepared and decorated the tables and setup the boardroom for the dinner and meeting. 
At 1815 - Dinner started with plenty of COSTCO Wraps ordered and picked up by Rob Tade. Also, there were several side dishes and desserts that were donated by Post members. These included, salad from Eddie & Carol Murphy, Shrimp from a guest, cookies from Wes, Ice from Jim McKay, June birthday cake ordered by Mike Wilson and picked up by Rob Tade. Also, snacks provided by Carlos Cuellar. 
Numerous items were donated for the opportunity drawing which is used to fund the dinners.
June birthday members as well as former US Army members whose birthday was June 14, then WW II and Korean War Era Veterans were invited to come to the head of the line for dinner. The attendance sign-in sheet was passed around, and all present were annotated. 
There were 40+ members and guests in attendance at the June meeting.
Opportunity drawing tickets were sold prior to the meeting which are used to help pay for the meal each month. The Post Commander urged people to buy tickets and stated this is how we get our “free” meals. Enough tickets were sold so as to be able to pay for the meal and to give two small cash prizes.
1900 - American Meeting Legion Post 303 was called to order by Post Commander Wes Schermann.
Chaplain Jon Fleming offered an Opening Prayer and then we recited the Pledge of Allegiance and the Preamble to American Legion Constitution. 
The Post Commander pointed out the POW table to members.
Officers Roll Call was conducted by the Sergeant at Arms
Wes Schermann-Post Commander-Present
Mark Goodman-1st Vice Commander-Present
Mike Wilson-2nd Vice Commander-Excused-vacation.
Eddie Murphy-3rd Vice Commander-Present
Rob Tade-Adjutant-Present
Anne Turschmann-Present
Chaplain-Jon Fleming 
Rob Tade-Jr. Past Commander-Present
All officers were present or accounted for to begin the meeting.
A Happy Birthday was wished for members with June as well as former US Army members.
Visitors and new Post members introduced themselves.
Visitors were recognized. 
Wes congratulated the Post members on all their activities which included:
Cajon Valley Community Partner of the Year/Stars in Education event.
American Legion breakfasts arranged by Jon Fleming.
Thanks to Jon Fleming for stepping up to the Chaplain’s role.
Ken Bevil, Ronnie Murphy for visiting Dave & Charlene Williams.
Mark Goodman-Fletcher Hills Memorial Day event assisted by Rob Tade, Bill Fuller, John Atkinson, Ronnie Murphy, Ken Bevil.
WD Hall Bike Presentation, Wes Schermann, Rob Tade, Jon Fleming.
NROTC Commissioning, Rob Tade, Wes Schermann
Post 303 Memorial Day event featuring former Congressman Duncan L. Hunter organized by Rob Tade.
Bradley Court Retirement event/Flag Day event.
Army Birthday celebration at the Navy base with Jon Fleming and Wes Schermann 
Congratulations to Post 303 members for having over 100% in membership and making the Post look good at District 22 meetings.
Post Commander Wes reminded Post members to not talk or take cell phone calls during the guest speaker’s presentation. Also pick up any food that falls on the floor.
2nd Vice Commander – Mike Wilson was excused, and Wes Schermann introduced Special Agent Fernando Huerta from the California Attorney General’s office who gave a highly informative talk on the subject of Human Trafficking. This was followed by numerous questions. S/A Huerta was presented with a book and an American Legion Challenge Coin
Officer Reports
1st Vice Commander - Mark Goodman gave the membership report which indicated that we are over 100%. Keep up the good work.
Mark also discussed the Fletcher Hills Elementary School Memorial Day event which included visits to classrooms and how it was a huge success and how the young children appreciated it.
One new member Sal Morales from the Army joined.
2nd Vice Commander - Mike Wilson was excused. 
It was announced that: Rear Admiral Michael Giorgione, CEC, USN (Ret), a former Commander of Camp David will be the July speaker. 
Sergeant Major Devon Lee from MCRD would be the August speaker.
3rd Vice Commander - Eddie Murphy – Gave an update on compliance regulations. Post 303 is in good shape.
Chaplain – Jon Fleming asked us all to keep Dave Williams and Charlene Williams in our prayers. Ken Bevil gave an update on Dave Williams 
Finance Officer - Anne Turschmann gave an update on the post finances which are doing well.
There was enough money raised from the Opportunity Drawing to pay for the meal and give two small cash prizes.
Post Service Officer - Roger West –Roger was excused, and John Atkinson gave out information regarding discount Sea World tickets. It was mentioned that Roger’s wife Tammy had provided beautiful quilts to Don Showe and Chuck Sessions.
Adjutant - Rob Tade discussed:
Boys State send off
Membership.
Stars in Education.
Post 303 -Memorial Day event
Rob, Wes and John Atkinson would be going to the Dept of Calif American legion convention in Sacramento and requested people to take pictures at the Thursday/Saturday breakfasts.
Post Officer’s installation in August.
Post Commander - Wes Schermann’s report:
Thanks to our speaker.
Thanks to Jon Atkinson for his new business card idea telling prospective members the meeting times/locations.
Thanks to Rob Tade for setting up the Memorial Day event.
Thanks to Jon Atkinson and all who set up.
Thanks to all who brought food.
Memorial Day event.
Fletcher Hills School event.
New Business-nothing to report
Good of The Legion-nothing to report
The POW Flag was retired, and a Closing Prayer was offered by Post Chaplain Jon Fleming, then the meeting was adjourned.
An opportunity drawing was conducted by Bill McFarland while the boardroom was cleaned up and supplies put away.

MEETING MINUTES 
AMERICAN LEGION 
El Cajon Post 303
April 18, 2018
At 1800 - Post members to include Mike and Kay Wilson prepared and decorated the tables and setup the boardroom for the dinner and meeting.
At 1815 - Dinner started with plenty of Deli sandwiches from COSTCO ordered and picked up by Rob Tade. Also, there were several side dishes and desserts that were donated by Post members. These included, salad from Gladys, cookies from Wes, potato salad from Roger West and an April birthday cake ordered and picked up by Mike Wilson.
Numerous items were donated for the opportunity drawing which is used to fund the dinners.
April birthday member Bill McNichols, then WW II and Korean War Era Veterans were invited to come to the head of the line for dinner. The attendance sign-in sheet was passed around, and all present were annotated.
There were 50+ members and guests in attendance at the April meeting.
Opportunity drawing tickets were sold prior to the meeting which are used to help pay for the meal each month. The Post Commander urged people to buy tickets and stated this is how we get our “free” meals. Enough tickets were sold so as to be able to pay for the meal and to give two small cash prizes.
1900 - American Meeting Legion Post 303 was called to order by Post Commander Wes Schermann.
Chaplain - Don Showe offered an Opening Prayer and then we recited the Pledge of Allegiance and the Preamble to American Legion Constitution. Moment of Silence was rendered for the Marines killed in the helicopter accident. In the desert
The Post Commander pointed out the POW table to members.
Officers Roll Call was conducted by the Sergeant at Arms
Wes Schermann-Post Commander-Present
\Mark Goodman-1st Vice Commander-Excused-Working
Mike Wilson-2nd Vice Commander-Present
Eddie Murphy-3rd Vice Commander-Present
Rob Tade-Adjutant-Present
Anne Turschmann-Present
Don Showe-Chaplain-Present 
Rob Tade-Jr. Past Commander-Present
All officers were present or accounted for to begin the meeting.
A Happy Birthday was wished for members with April birthdays.
Visitors and new Post members introduced themselves.
Visitors were recognized. 
Wes congratulated the Post members on all their activities which included:
A good April Fools day.
A good Easter and Passover.
Well attended breakfasts.
District 22 meeting-good to be able to say that the Post was over 100% in membership.
Post Commander Wes reminded post members to not talk during the guest speaker’s presentation.
2nd Vice Commander – Mike Wilson introduced Commander Robert Potter, USCG who gave a truly outstanding talk on the Coast Guard’s response to Hurricane Harvey in Texas. This was followed by numerous questions.
At the end of his presentation, he received a book on “THE COAST GUARD’s GREATEST RESCUES.
Officer Reports
1st Vice Commander - Mark Goodman was excused and Wes gave the membership report which indicated that we are over 100%.
The following new members were voted into post 303 from Post 1000:
Robert Clark and Robert Meyer
2nd Vice Commander - Mike Wilson. Mike gave a report on our participation in the upcoming El Cajon America on Main Street Program.
Also, he stated that Navy Captain Scott Mulvhill, CO Navy Base Coronado and an F18 pilot will be May’s speaker.
3rd Vice Commander - Eddie Murphy – Gave an update on the new compliance regulations.
Chaplain - Don Showe gave an update on the heath of a couple members.
Finance Officer - Anne Turschmann was welcomed back after her recent illness and gave an update on the post finances which are doing well.
There was enough money raised from the Opportunity Drawing to pay for the meal and give two small cash prizes.
Post Service Officer - Roger West –Roger stated there was an upcoming food drive but that members would have to register. He also mentioned that he was recruiting support for the Out-Reach/Recruiting Booth at the Walmart on Los Coches.
Adjutant - Rob Tade discussed:
Boys State luncheon.
Membership.
Duncan Hunter Golf event for Wounded Warriors.
Main Street Flag program and the need for volunteers to help out on the upkeep of the flag storage facility at the Elks Lodge.
The Adjutant then conducted nominations for the 2018-2019 slate of Post officers with the following results.
3rd Vice-Eddie Murphy-nominated and accepted.
2nd Vice-Mike Wilson-nominated and accepted.
1st Vice-Mark Goodman not present to accept the nomination, 
John Atkinson withdrew his nomination.
Post Commander-Wes Schermann -nominated and accepted.
The third round of nominations and voting will be conducted at our May meeting.
Post Commander - Wes Schermann’s report:
Stressed the need for new blood in the Post leadership
Thanks to Mike Wilson for the cake.
Thanks to Rob Tade for the deli sandwiches.
Saturday breakfast-Jimmy’s in Santee.
Reminded members of the recruiting booth at Wall Mart and the need for volunteers for the Main Street Flag Program
New Business-John Atkinson asked for a Moment of Silence in honor of the death of former First Lady Barbara Bush.
Good of The Legion- Bea Brunner, Carol Murphy and Kay Wilson put on a very moving ceremony regarding the Military Children’s Table which everyone appreciated.
The POW Flag was retired, and a Closing Prayer was offered by Post Chaplain Don Showe, then the meeting was adjourned.
An opportunity drawing was conducted by John Atkinson while the boardroom was cleaned up and supplies put away.

AMERICAN LEGION MEETING MINUTES
El Cajon Post 303
January17, 2018
At 1800-Post members decorated the tables and set up the boardroom for the dinner and meeting.
At 1815 - Dinner started with plenty of Albertson’s fried chicken ordered and picked up Jim McKay Also, there were several side dishes and desserts that were donated by Post members. These included white beans by the Wharton’s potato salad from Roger West, cranberries from Marlene Purdy, salad from Gladys and a January birthday cake ordered and picked up by Mike Wilson.
Numerous items were donated for the opportunity drawing which is used to fund the dinners.
January birthday members, WW II, then Korean War Era Veterans were invited to come to the head of the line for dinner. The attendance sign-in sheet was passed around, and all present were annotated.
There were 50+ members and guests in attendance at the January meeting.
Opportunity drawing tickets were sold prior to the meeting which are used to help pay for the meal each month. The Post Commander urged people to buy tickets and stated this is how we get our “free” meals. Enough tickets were sold so as to be be able to pay for the meal and to give small cash prizes.
1900- American Meeting Legion Post 303 was called to order by Post Commander Wes Schermann. The Post Commander wished everyone a Happy New Year.
Chaplain - Don Showe offered an Opening Prayer and then we recited the Pledge of Allegiance and the Preamble to American Legion Constitution.
The Post Commander pointed out the POW table to members.
The Sergeant at Arms conducted theOfficers Roll Call
Wes Schermann-Post Commander-Present
Mark Goodman-1st Vice Commander-Excused-ill
Mike Wilson-2nd Vice Commander-Present
Eddie Murphy-3rd Vice Commander-Present
Rob Tade-Adjutant -Present
Anne Turschemann-Present
Don Showe-Chaplain-Present 
Rob Tade-Jr. Past Commander-Present 
Rod Slavin-President of the Post 303 Post ALR Chapter- Present
All officers were present or accounted for to begin the meeting.
Members with January birthdays were recognized. They included Joe Brunner and Chuck Griener. Tribute was made to the birthday of Martin Luther King.
Visitors and new post members introduced themselves.
Visitors were recognized. They included a friend of Don Showe and a friend of Gary Cutshall.
The Post said farewell to the Tom and Jerry Whorton who have been long time members of the post 303 family. We will miss them and hope that they stop in to see us when they are in town.
Wes congratulated the Post members on all their activities which included:
District 22 Revitalization event attended by John Atchison, Mark Goodman and Wes Schermann.
WD Hall
ROTC Commissioning.
Army beating navy and SDSU.
On behalf of Post 303, tribute was paid to 3rd Vice Eddie Murphy in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the capture of the USS Pueblo.
2nd Vice Commander – Mike Wilson introduced Command Master Chief Jason Torey, US Navy SEALS, as our guest speaker. CMC Torey brought his wife and three kids who had a great time The talk was very well received as evidenced by the large number of questions.
At the end of his presentation, he received a book about the SEALS, an American Legion / Navy Challenge Coin and Guest Speaker Certificate presented on behalf of the Post.
Officer Reports
1st Vice Commander - Mark Goodman was sick, so Post Commander Wes gave the membership report. The Post is doing outstanding and we are now at 93% of our 2018 goal.
The following new members were approved for membership in Post 303:
Orville R. Schram
Donald Patterson
Albert Massey
Billy R. Langley
James Coldren
Douglas Brown
John Bates
2nd Vice Commander - Mike Wilson. Mike gave a report on the upcoming America on Main Street which will be held on May 19 from 1400-2100. The Post will have a booth .
3rd Vice Commander - Eddie Murphy – Stated the Post was in compliance with all regulations. He mentioned we should thank Bonny’s restaurant for their service to the post. He also pointed out that they have Post 303 pictures on their wall.
Chaplain - Don Showe gave an update. Asked for prayers for Jim Lowe who has stomach cancer. (Jim Lowe has passed away and has gone to Post Everlasting).
Finance Officer - Anne Turschmann addressed her detailed finance report and passed out copies for the members to review. Anne stated that the Post was in good shape financially. There was enough money put into the opportunity drawing to pay for the meal and give a cash prize.
ALR President - Rod Slavin aka IRISH . IRISH paid off his Navy bet by delivering a bottle of Makers Mark to Post Commander Wes. Irish then briefed the membership on the upcoming Poker Run. Previously AL Rider George Glover also gave Wes a bottle of Makers Mark in honor of Army beating SDSU. Wes then in a very generous gesture donated one of the two the bottles of Makers Mark back to the AL Riders for their Poker Run.
Post Service Officer - Roger West –Roger stated they were working on an upcoming recruiting booth at WalMart.
Adjutant - Rob Tade discussed:
Oratorical Contest
Duncan Hunter Golf Classic for Wounded Warriors
America on Main Street
FACEBOOK Posts-keep them proper.
Grand jury applications extended till January 26. 
Oratorical Contest on 21 January.
Gave out copies of breakfast schedules.
Post Commander - Wes Schermann’s report:
Happy New Year!
ROTC Commissioning on the USS Midway attended by the Adjutant and Post Commander
Academy interviews.
Food distribution
National Commander ‘s visit 
Updated breakfast times:
Thanked people for food.
New Business-Nothing to report.
Good of The Legion-Bea Brunner gave an update on the VFW Poster contest.
The POW Flag was retired, and a Closing Prayer was offered by Post Chaplain Don Showe then the meeting was adjourned.
An opportunity drawing was conducted while the boardroom was cleaned up and supplies put away.

AMERICAN LEGION MEETING MINUTES
El Cajon Post 303
February 21, 2018
At 1800-Post members decorated the tables and set up the boardroom for the dinner and meeting.
At 1815- Dinner started with plenty of Costco Pizza ordered by Rob Tade and picked up Don Showe. Also, there were several side dishes and desserts that were donated by Post members. These included, salad from Gladys, cookies from Wes and a February birthday cake ordered and picked up by Mike Wilson.
Numerous items were donated for the opportunity drawing which is used to fund the dinners.
Rob Tade laminated Post membership cards with his laminator.
February birthday members, WW II, then Korean War Era Veterans were invited to come to the head of the line for dinner. The attendance sign-in sheet prepared by Jim McKay was passed around, and all present were annotated.
There were 55+ members and guests in attendance at the February meeting. Including two new members.
Opportunity drawing tickets were sold prior to the meeting which are used to help pay for the meal each month. Post Commander urged people to buy tickets and stated this is how we get our “free” meals. Enough tickets were sold so as to be able to pay for the meal and two small cash prizes.
1900- American Meeting Legion Post 303 was called to order by Post Commander Wes Schermann.
Chaplain - Don Showe offered an Opening Prayer and then we recited the Pledge of Allegiance and the Preamble to American Legion Constitution.
The Post Commander pointed out the POW table to members.
Officers Roll Call
Wes Schermann-Post Commander-Present
Mark Goodman-1st Vice Commander-Present
Mike Wilson-2nd Vice Commander-Present
Eddie Murphy-3rd Vice Commander-Present
Rob Tade-Adjutant -Present
Anne Turschemann-Present
Don Showe-Chaplain-Present 
Rob Tade-Jr. Past Commander-Present 
Rod Slavin-President of the Post 303 Post ALR Chapter- Present
All officers were present or accounted for to begin the meeting.
A Happy Birthday was wished for members with February birthdays to include Pork Chop Chuck who was not able to attend. Tribute was made to the all our past US presidents in honor of President’s Day.
Visitors and new post members introduced themselves.
Visitors were recognized.
Wes congratulated the Post members on all their activities which included:
District 22 meeting which discussed:
AL Baseball, PTRM and Stand-Down.
Money to SDSU.
Funeral-Vern Kagan
District 22 Oratorical Contest.
Flag Handout.
POW WOW at Cuyamaca College.
Rod Slavin aka IRISH gave a young lady $100 from the Post 303 for her selling of Girl Scout cookies.
2nd Vice Commander – Mike Wilson introduced Captain Brien Dickson, USN, CO Naval Base Pt. Loma who gave a truly outstanding talk which was followed by numerous questions.
At the end of his presentation, he received a book about the Submarines and another book about the career of a Navy Nuclear submariner and an American Legion Challenge Coin. Additionally, Capt. Dickson received a Guest Speaker Certificate of Distinction. Also, the PAO of Naval Base Point Loma received an American Legion Challenge coin for her efforts in arranging the talk. Post commander Wes accepted a Pt. Loma Base Challenge coin on behalf of the Post
Officer Reports
1st Vice Commander - Mark Goodman gave the membership report. The Post is doing outstanding and we are now at 96% of our 2018 goal.
2nd Vice Commander - Mike Wilson. Mike gave a report on the upcoming America on Main Street which will be held on May 19 from 1400-2100. The Post will have a booth. He talked also about how he, John Atchison and Post Commander Wes handed out 667 US Flags at the US Naturalization Ceremony. 
He also stated that Navy Captain Scott Mulvhill, CO Navy Base Coronado and an F18 pilot will be March’s speaker.
3rd Vice Commander - Eddie Murphy – Gave an update on the new compliance regulations.
Chaplain - Don Showe gave an update. The following Post 303 member have gone to Post Everlasting: 
Jim Lowe
John Odam 
Vern Kagan
and Joseph Scannocchio.
Prayers were also requested for:
Ray Moody
Bruce Swinford 
and Ben Saia.
Finance Officer - Anne Turschmann addressed her detailed finance report and passed out copies for the members to review. Anne stated that the Post was in good shape financially. There was enough money put into the opportunity drawing to pay for the meal and give two cash prizes.
ALR President - Rod Slavin aka IRISH. IRISH announced that the Post 303 AL Riders were going to create a new ALR Chapter with Post 364 in Santee and turn in their Post 303 Charter. He gave as a reason that they wanted a brick/mortar building in which to operate to do fundraisers. IRISH stated that the Riders would still keep their individual Legion memberships in Post 303. Post Commander Wes thanked them for their service and wished well in future endeavors.
Post Service Officer - Roger West – Roger stated there was an upcoming food drive but that members would have to register.
He also stated that Post 303 would have a recruiting booth outside of the WalMart in Lakeside on March 17, 18.
Adjutant - Rob Tade discussed:
2018 Oratorical Contest
Duncan Hunter Golf event for Wounded Warriors
America on Main Street
Baseball opening on February 24-stated one team has not responded to our offer to sponsor them and we are not going to keeping asking them to let us sponsor them.
Boys State interviews will be held on March 18 at the Elks Lodge.
Rob also brought a laminator for laminating Post 303 membership cards and it was utilized by many post members.
Rob also gave members the opportunity to order name tags.
Post Commander - Wes Schermann’s report:
AL Baseball
PTRM
Stand-Down
POW WOW.
John Atchison gave a report on how interesting the Oratorical contest was and how our candidate Ivan Jimenez took second place. He encouraged all Post 303 members to attend this event in the future.
New Business – Nothing to report.
Good of The Legion-Nothing.
The POW Flag was retired, and a Closing Prayer was offered by Post Chaplain Don Showe then the meeting was adjourned.
An opportunity drawing was conducted while the boardroom was cleaned up and supplies put away.

Post 303 General Monthly Meeting on 17 January 2018. (meeting minutes) 
AMERICAN LEGION MEETING MINUTES
El Cajon Post 303
January17, 2018
At 1800-Post members decorated the tables and set up the boardroom for the dinner and meeting.
At 1815 - Dinner started with plenty of Albertson’s fried chicken ordered and picked up Jim McKay Also, there were several side dishes and desserts that were donated by Post members. These included white beans by the Wharton’s potato salad from Roger West, cranberries from Marlene Purdy, salad from Gladys and a January birthday cake ordered and picked up by Mike Wilson.
Numerous items were donated for the opportunity drawing which is used to fund the dinners.
January birthday members, WW II, then Korean War Era Veterans were invited to come to the head of the line for dinner. The attendance sign-in sheet was passed around, and all present were annotated.
There were 50+ members and guests in attendance at the January meeting.
Opportunity drawing tickets were sold prior to the meeting which are used to help pay for the meal each month. The Post Commander urged people to buy tickets and stated this is how we get our “free” meals. Enough tickets were sold so as to be be able to pay for the meal and to give small cash prizes.
1900- American Meeting Legion Post 303 was called to order by Post Commander Wes Schermann. The Post Commander wished everyone a Happy New Year.
Chaplain - Don Showe offered an Opening Prayer and then we recited the Pledge of Allegiance and the Preamble to American Legion Constitution.
The Post Commander pointed out the POW table to members.
The Sergeant at Arms conducted theOfficers Roll Call
Wes Schermann-Post Commander-Present
Mark Goodman-1st Vice Commander-Excused-ill
Mike Wilson-2nd Vice Commander-Present
Eddie Murphy-3rd Vice Commander-Present
Rob Tade-Adjutant -Present
Anne Turschemann-Present
Don Showe-Chaplain-Present 
Rob Tade-Jr. Past Commander-Present 
Rod Slavin-President of the Post 303 Post ALR Chapter- Present
All officers were present or accounted for to begin the meeting.
Members with January birthdays were recognized. They included Joe Brunner and Chuck Griener. Tribute was made to the birthday of Martin Luther King.
Visitors and new post members introduced themselves.
Visitors were recognized. They included a friend of Don Showe and a friend of Gary Cutshall.
The Post said farewell to the Tom and Jerry Whorton who have been long time members of the post 303 family. We will miss them and hope that they stop in to see us when they are in town.
Wes congratulated the Post members on all their activities which included:
District 22 Revitalization event attended by John Atchison, Mark Goodman and Wes Schermann.
WD Hall
ROTC Commissioning.
Army beating navy and SDSU.
On behalf of Post 303, tribute was paid to 3rd Vice Eddie Murphy in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the capture of the USS Pueblo.
2nd Vice Commander – Mike Wilson introduced Command Master Chief Jason Torey, US Navy SEALS, as our guest speaker. CMC Torey brought his wife and three kids who had a great time The talk was very well received as evidenced by the large number of questions.
At the end of his presentation, he received a book about the SEALS, an American Legion / Navy Challenge Coin and Guest Speaker Certificate presented on behalf of the Post.
Officer Reports
1st Vice Commander - Mark Goodman was sick, so Post Commander Wes gave the membership report. The Post is doing outstanding and we are now at 93% of our 2018 goal.
The following new members were approved for membership in Post 303:
Orville R. Schram
Donald Patterson
Albert Massey
Billy R. Langley
James Coldren
Douglas Brown
John Bates
2nd Vice Commander - Mike Wilson. Mike gave a report on the upcoming America on Main Street which will be held on May 19 from 1400-2100. The Post will have a booth .
3rd Vice Commander - Eddie Murphy – Stated the Post was in compliance with all regulations. He mentioned we should thank Bonny’s restaurant for their service to the post. He also pointed out that they have Post 303 pictures on their wall.
Chaplain - Don Showe gave an update. Asked for prayers for Jim Lowe who has stomach cancer. (Jim Lowe has passed away and has gone to Post Everlasting).
Finance Officer - Anne Turschmann addressed her detailed finance report and passed out copies for the members to review. Anne stated that the Post was in good shape financially. There was enough money put into the opportunity drawing to pay for the meal and give a cash prize.
ALR President - Rod Slavin aka IRISH . IRISH paid off his Navy bet by delivering a bottle of Makers Mark to Post Commander Wes. Irish then briefed the membership on the upcoming Poker Run. Previously AL Rider George Glover also gave Wes a bottle of Makers Mark in honor of Army beating SDSU. Wes then in a very generous gesture donated one of the two the bottles of Makers Mark back to the AL Riders for their Poker Run.
Post Service Officer - Roger West –Roger stated they were working on an upcoming recruiting booth at WalMart.
Adjutant - Rob Tade discussed:
Oratorical Contest
Duncan Hunter Golf Classic for Wounded Warriors
America on Main Street
FACEBOOK Posts-keep them proper.
Grand jury applications extended till January 26. 
Oratorical Contest on 21 January.
Gave out copies of breakfast schedules.
Post Commander - Wes Schermann’s report:
Happy New Year!
ROTC Commissioning on the USS Midway attended by the Adjutant and Post Commander
Academy interviews.
Food distribution
National Commander ‘s visit 
Updated breakfast times:
Thanked people for food.
New Business-Nothing to report.
Good of The Legion-Bea Brunner gave an update on the VFW Poster contest.
The POW Flag was retired, and a Closing Prayer was offered by Post Chaplain Don Showe then the meeting was adjourned.
An opportunity drawing was conducted while the boardroom was cleaned up and supplies put away.