THE HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER
THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF country-regionplaceAMERICA
Board of Directors Meeting
1 October 2008
CALL TO ORDER at 1300
ATTENDEES: W.Anderson, C.Gobrecht, D.Pustilnik, B.Lotz, F.Gindhart,
E.Tankins, J.Shkor, H.Haines, G.Moss, L.Wilson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: as emailed
OFFICERS' REPORTS
President: The president announced that we are not aware of any further action being taken at the placePlaceNameSix PlaceNameOaks PlaceTypeCemetery and thus will proceed with the flag display on Veterans' Day.. He also reported that the continued interest in encouraging the StateSouth Carolina state legislature to reduce or eliminate taxes on retired military pay has been referred to the placePlaceNameMoore PlaceTypeSchool of USC. MS Jane Holmes of that school will lead the research.
There is one unmarked grave in the placePlaceTypeSea PlaceNamePines PlaceTypeCemetery. The Veterans Association is willing to provide a brass plaque but a foundation for the plaque at a cost of $800.00 would be required. The possibility of our chapter providing the foundation was postponed for future discussion
At a prior meeting the capacity of the placePlaceTypeSpring PlaceTypeLake facility was questioned. The fire marshal requirement is 150 people capacity. Alternate venues for future picnics were discussed. They included Indigo Hall, Bostwick Pavilion in Moss Creek and Rose Hill.
The USAA Insurance Company decision to no longer insure for Wind and Hail prompted interest by the Board in a future program on homeowner insurance. This was referred to the First Vice President for consideration.
First Vice President: Two events have been scheduled for October and November. Sheriff Tanner of placePlaceNameBeaufort PlaceTypeCounty will speak on October 23 at the Hilton Head Country Club. Price will be $16 for lunch. A flyer will be sent shortly.
On November 12 ADM Ryan will be the guest speaker at a dinner to be held at the Indigo Run Club .His subject will be his recent trip to placecountry-regionIraq. Cost of the dinner will be in the $25 range. Neighboring chapters will be invited by our president by telephone.
Second Vice President: Two new members have joined since the last meeting. The latest Military Officer included a postcard encouraging national members to send in the card requesting local membership.
Secretary : no additional report
Treasurer: Balance on hand to September 30, 2008 is $8,819.33
Main Account $8,784.12 of which scholarship funds are $5,401.87; Fisher House $10.00 and Mail Account $35.21
Past President: The presentation of the Level of Excellence award will be made by ADM Ryan at the 12 November dinner.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Legislative: No report
Public Affairs: Use of the Island Packet Community Affairs columns will provide publicity without cost. It was also suggested that Bluffton Today could also be a source for MOAA news.
Personal Affairs: Mr.Haines will coordinate Veterans' Day activities at the cemetery.
Education; There is a local group sponsoring Operation R&R. The initiative to provide relaxation for returning troops and their families is of great interest. A more detailed report will be sent to members via the HEADLINER
Military Coalition: The American Legion is the coordinator of the Veterans Day Celebration this year. They are going beyond the $750.00 budget with special attractions such as the Marine band, Headliners and other VIP guests.
Headliner: Next deadline is 20 October
There was no Unfinished or New Business
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Next meeting will be 5 November.
ADJOURN: 1400
THE HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER
THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
Board of Directors Meeting
3 September 2008
CALL TO ORDER at 1300
ATTENDEES: W.Anderson, C.Gobrecht, D.Pustilnik, E.Tankins, J.Shkor, L.Wilson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES : as emailed
OFFICERS REPORTS
President: A report of the Annual Picnic held on 19 August was emailed to the Board. The president expressed concern for capacity at place Spring Lake for future events. It was suggested that the exact Fire Marshall limit be ascertained.
The current Jasper Place County JROTC instructor expressed his desire to continue through “chain of command” to solve issues of assignment to two schools. He appreciates our Chapter concern.
Scott Ranger of the Moore School at the placeUniversity of South Carolina has been contacted. The aim of our Board is to develop pertinent research by USC on state legislative actions in support of reduced taxation of military retired pay. It was noted that The Military Officer recently reported that North Carolina is proceeding with this legislation.
Each Board Member was given a summary of the MOAA Legislative goals for 2008
First Vice President: ADM Ryan has communicated that he will be in the area in November. A specific date will be determined and the event will be a dinner meeting. The program speaker for late September or October will be either Sheriff Tanner, Weston Newton or Steve Bacon.
Second Vice President: Three individuals responded to the advertisement for the picnic printed in the Island Packett. All were greeted at the Annual Picnic and encouraged to become members. MOAA National will make a concerted effort to encourage national members to become local chapter members. They will do this by adding a postcard to the next issue of the Military Officer to facilitate this project.
Two suggestions were made for future events: The meeting with ADM Ryan might well be announced as a news article rather than as a paid advertisement. The Annual Picnic needs to be more realistically priced so that costs are covered by those attending.
Secretary; no additional report
Treasurer: New Balance to August 31,2008 is $9,274.85
Main Account $9,239.64 ,Scholarship $5,386.87. Fisher House $10 and Mail $35,21.
Past President: no report
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Legislative: no report
Personal Affairs: no report
Public Affairs: no report
Education: As reported earlier, Gunny Sgt.Cuevas, the Jasper schools JROTC instructor, has requested postponement of any action on our part
All JROTC instructors have been contacted by email with instructions and guidelines for scholarship awards for the coming school year. The candidate names are due in the spring of `09.
Military Coalition: The next Coalition meeting will be attended by J.Shkor and W.Anderson
Headliner:no report
LIAISON
Council of Chapters.
MOAAL
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: none
NEW BUSINESS: none
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Next meeting is 1 October
ADJOURN: at 1325
THE HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER
THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
Board of Directors Meeting
6 August 2008
CALL TO ORDER at 1300
ATTENDEES: W.Anderson, C.Gobrecht, D.Pustilnik, J.Sarver, G.Moss, B.Lotz, F.Gindhart, E.Tankins, J.Shkor, H.Haines, L.Wilson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
OFFICERS' REPORTS
President: The next State Council meeting will be 9August. The president will try to attend. He made all aware of the ballot in the Military Officer magazine and will use our chapter newsletter to inform all members. It was noted that our new member, Glenn Miller, is seeking MOAA National office.
First Vice President: ADM Ryan expects to be in the area sometime in the fall. The Vice President will select the next luncheon date to accommodate his schedule. The Annual Picnic is on target and will be coordinated with Bob McGarry and all volunteers.
Second Vice President: David Pustilnik expressed frustration with acquiring new members although he has made many phone calls and personal appeals. He suggested that the Chapter might advertise the Annual Picnic as an invitation in the Island Packett and Bluffton Today. If the cost is reasonable, Frank Gindhart will write the ad for publication. There is one new Life Member-COL Pustilnik.
Secretary: There are 28 reservations for the picnic as of this date
Treasurer: The monthly report shows a New Balance to June 30, 2008 of $10,476.10 including $6,257.87 scholarship; $10 Fisher House and $35.21 Mail. A Business Account is available paying 1% interest. The MOAA account has been moved to take advantage of this.
Past President: George Moss reported on the progress of the Nominating Committee. There appeared to be some issues related to Directors' staggered terms of office. As an aside, a small meeting to address the concern was held after the regular meeting. It was determined then that no conflict exists.
There are two future golfing events. The State Council event is 29 September at Ft.Jackson. Our chapter will field one team. The second event is sponsored by HH Navy League on 28 September at placeParris Island. Our chapter will send one team.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Legislative: The initiative to encourage SC state legislators to support exemption of retired military pay is awaiting a report from USC. The original proposer, MS Ceips, has now been defeated for reelection. New contacts will have to be made with our next elected representative.
Personal Affairs: The July 4th flag display at the Sea Pines cemetery was an unusually difficult effort. In Howard Haines' absence, David Pustilnik coordinated with the caretaker this year. Somehow a personal complaint had driven a decision to eliminate the flags. After much discussion it was determined that the flags would be displayed for the duration of two weeks before and two weeks after the holiday. Also all flags would be of an appropriate size. Howard Haines assured the Board that this had been the usual practice and had always been coordinated with the wishes of the caretaker. It was noted that some pictures of the celebration were published in the Packett.
Public Affairs: Publicity was given in local media to our scholarship awards to JROTC units, but the Fisher House charity was left out of the articles.
Education: A detailed budget report included $150 to Estill summer camp; $100 each to 3 high schools for medals and bonds; $1000 each for scholarship funding. The Bluffton HS winner has not filed the proper information for direct input of the amount to his/her college of choice.
The Board discussed the decision of the Jasper School Board to fund only one JROTC commander for two schools. Because those cadets reflect some with the greatest need, it was decided to continue our financial support and determine the most tactful and productive way of influencing the Jasper Board to reconsider its decision. Our president will request approval to speak before that Board.
Military Coalition: The next coalition meeting is 15 September. The entrance monument is under construction.
Headliner: no report
UNFINISHED BUSINESS; none
NEW BUSINESS: Information was shared that as a cost cutting act the USN hospital is no longer serving retirees for basic physical exams and/or medical problems. They are, however, to our knowledge still providing immunization for overseas travel and vaccines for shingles. It was announced that USAA insurance is possibly dropping coverage for wind and hail.
ANNOUNCEMENTS : Next meeting 3 September
ADJOURNED at 1400
THE HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER
THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF placecountry-regionAMERICA
Board of Directors Meeting
7 May 2008
CALL TO ORDER at 1300
ATTENDEES: C.Gobrecht, J.Sarver, G. Moss, F.Gindhart, placeE Tankins, J.Shkor, R.McGarry. L.Wilson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: approved as sent
OFFICERS' REPORTS
President: In the president's absence VP Gobrecht gave the report.
The resolution by John Shkor has been prepared and edited and will be presented to the State Council on 10 May.
The National office has listed 40 national members living locally unaffiliated with the local chapter. Our Board members could divide the list and call to invite membership. It was suggested by Bob McGarry that these individuals have been called before and do not wish to be solicited again. Frank Gindhart recommended letting them know about the Chapter initiatives that assist them and thus encouraging them to join us in these endeavors.
A concern was raised that our correct title be on our tax exempt application. J.Sarver announced that it has already been done.
First Vice President:Charles reported on the very successful tour of the Mighty 8th Museum.
Various program suggestions were again presented including Gulf Stream Corp.(no current contact person available), placePlaceNameKings PlaceTypeBay trip (past opportunity not well received), Space Available opportunities( E.Tankins will contact Charleston AFB) and Steven Bacon (outstanding speaker and MOA member)
Second Vice President; no report
Secretary: Lois Wilson announced that the MOAL cocktail party has been changed to June 5. Fliers will be sent. She also announced that she will be absent at the next meeting. Minutes will be based on recording and Charles' notes.
At the suggestion of VP Gobrecht , she asked the Board for guidelines in dealing with extremely late reservations made for luncheons. The last luncheon may have been unusually difficult but highlighted a need to address the issue. Consensus was to charge more if the reservation was made after the count was given to the Club. Post-meeting emails from absent Board members urged more inclusion and less penalty. There does need to be a Board member arriving early to check registration table, name tags, and so on. Also, either Charles or Bob will make the Club contact. If the secretary cannot reach them, as was the case in March, she will email them with the names of late reservation makers.
Treasurer: Balance on hand 30April is $11,964.11 Main Account: $11,928.90 ;$7,507.87 Scholarship; $10.00 Fisher House; Mail Acct. $35.21
Past President: The Levels of Excellence report is in progress and due 31May. The most difficult to achieve is in the area of the “Give Me 10” initiative.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Legislative: no report
Personal Affairs: no report
Public Affairs: Secretary thanked for stationery
Education: Ed Tankins shared his concerns for the well-being of the Jasper and Ridgeland units. There appears to be a cut back in leadership leaving the units with leaders who are spread very thin. It was suggested that the national MOAA office could give advice on how to make these concerns known to proper authorities and how to be supportive.
Ed also announced that the state of placeStateMissouri has recently passed legislation exempting retired pay. For more complete information go to www.mo.gov.
Military Coalition: The project to develop an appropriate entrance to the placePlaceNameMilitary PlaceTypePark is on target. The $15,000 contributed by the county solidified the funding necessary.
Headliner: Bob McGarry had five items for consideration
1.Seating assignments at luncheons will be modified to disperse MOAA officers around the room rather than always at one table.
2.He officially apologized to Shirley Johnson and a few other members inadvertently left out of the Directory. He will print an insert with the next Head-Liner.
3.He presented a modification of the Head-Liner that will reduce the mailed version to one page.
4.Mailed flyers can be done in color for a small additional cost.
5.A request was made to have Board members scan the web-site on a regular basis.
The secretary was asked to include the website address link with all Minutes. It is www.hhmoaa.org.
All these suggestions were approved.
LIAISON
Council of Chapters. No report
MOAAL: no report
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:none
NEW BUSINESS:none
ANNOUNCEMENTS :next meeting 4 June
ADJOURN : 1355
THE HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER
THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF country-regionplaceAMERICA
Board of Directors Meeting
2 April 2008
CALL TO ORDER at 1300
ATTENDEES:W.Anderson, C.Gobrecht, D.Pustilnik, J.Sarver, G.Moss, F.Gindhart, J.Shkor, H.Haines, E.Tankins, L.Wilson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES ; Minutes of the 5 March meeting were approved
OFFICERS' REPORTS
President ; President Anderson reported that he had sent a check for $1865.00 with an appropriate letter to Fisher House. He asked that the Public Affairs chair attempt to gain some publicity for the Chapter in local media and also to inform the National Office of this accomplishment.
The Board should note that John Allen of the State Council is planning a golf outing for September 29. Bill is working on a mission statement for the USC research on non-taxable retired pay.
First Vice President: As of this date, 45 are expected to attend the 3April luncheon with Mayor Peeples as guest speaker. Three new members will be present. Flyers and email announcements have gone out for the field trip to Mighty 8th Museum on 22 April. There is no planned event for May. The MOAA Ladies will host a cocktail party on June 12. The annual picnic will be 19 August.
Second Vice President:The new Directory has been mailed. The cost was $903 with $700 obtained in ads. This made the final cost $200.00
David is working on merging the membership report from the National Office with current local information.
Secretary: No report
Treasurer: The balance on hand 31 March 2008 is $13,696.66. The full report is attached
Past President: George is working on the National Level of Excellence report.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Personal Affairs: Bill Anderson's address and telephone number will be listed on future event flyers relative to questions concerning the event. Howard Haines' name and phone number will be listed for contact if someone needs transportation to the event.
Public Affairs: There was a request to have a copy of MOAA letterhead for Publicity usage. The secretary said she would send all Board members the document to download as needed.
Education: Ed presented the yearly budget for area school scholarships. It was moved, seconded and unanimously passed to accept the budget as presented. The budget is attached.
As local county schools expand due to growth, the Chapter may wish to consider future sponsorship of five or more schools.
Military Coalition: It is expected at the next meeting on April 4 that the By Laws change will be approved and that the Board will authorize the funds to upgrade the entrance now that additional funds have been provided by the County Council The next regular meeting is May 12. Alternates George Stubbs and Tom Shanahan will be asked to attend.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS :none
NEW BUSINESS: John Shkor suggested that this Chapter present a resolution to National suggesting that as our advocate it urge that the national COLA index include fuel and food. It has come to John's attention that the index does not include them at the present time. John was asked to draft such a proposal and have it ready for consideration at the next meeting in May.
David Pustilnik suggested some ideas to enhance participation in MOAA events. He specifically presented the idea of a Dinner Dance and use of a bus when field trips are planned as ways to enhance our programs.
Ed Tankins suggested a speaker knowledgeable in the Space Available opportunities from placeCityCharleston. He also suggested a speaker from the Gulf Stream Corporation. Other Board members hope that Stephen Bacon will speak sometime in the future.
ANNOUNCEMENTS : Next meeting will be 7 May.
ADJOURN: 1340
THE HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER
THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF country-regionplaceAMERICA
Board of Directors Meeting
5 March 2008
CALL TO ORDER at 1300
ATTENDEES: Col Anderson, Col Gobrecht, Lt Sarver, LTC Moss, Col Lotz, Col Gindhart, VAdm Shkor,Mrs. Wilson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by John Shkor
APPROVAL OF MINUTES of 6 February given as read and posted on the web site
OFFICERS' REPORTS
President : Bill Anderson shared information received from Bob Green further clarifying the issue of naming the placePlaceTypeFort PlaceNameJackson PlaceNameNational PlaceTypeCemetery in honor of Floyd Spence. Historically those in favor of doing so based their opinions, at that time, on his leadership in getting Tri Care passed by the US Congress.
Bill raised the possibility of utilizing avenues of publicity to highlight the Chapter's scholarships and support of Fisher House
He reported that at the State Council meeting on 9 February a discussion was held concerning the use of TriCare as supplemental insurance. Some state employees have been reimbursed because they are using it instead of state benefits.
First Vice President Charles Gobrecht announced that numerous attempts to make contact with Beaufort County Council Chairman Weston Newton have been unsuccessful. Hilton Head Island Mayor Tom Peeples , however, has been invited to speak at the next luncheon. If he cannot speak Mrs. Wilson suggested contact with USC professor Stephen Bacon who is a national member of MOAA and is known as an excellent speaker. Another option would be to combine the next event with the Navy League dinner. Consensus was that MOAA should make every attempt to have its own luncheon.
The field trip to the placePlaceNameMighty PlaceNameEighth PlaceTypeMuseum is confirmed for 22 April.
The MOAA Ladies will sponsor a Cocktail Party on Thursday 12 June
Treasurer Jerry Sarver submitted the Treasurer's report for February 2008. Balance Jan.31 2008 $13,058.86
Main Account $12,976.51of which $7,164.87 are scholarship funds
Mail Account $82.35
January 2008
Receipts
Dues (60) $1,200.00
Scholarship $380.00
Fisher House $420.00
$2000.00
Expenditures
Dues-2nd Notice $7.45
Jan Luncheon $896.00
Stationary $42.48
Stamps $82.00
Misc.-Gift $42.76
$1,070.69
New Balance to February 29,2008 $13,998.17
Main Account $13,905.82 of which Scholarship funds are $7,544.87
Fisher House is $1,865 and Mail Account is $82.35
A motion was made ,seconded and approved unanimously to send a check for $1865 to the Fisher House project.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Legislative: CityBlaine Lotz reported that his “white paper” on the topic of an initiative to persuade the placeStateSouth Carolina legislature to exempt military retired pay was presented at the State Council meeting on 9 February. Angelo Perri contributed extensive history and pertinent current opinion on the subject. After much discussion, it was decided to appoint placeCityBlaine as the “Point Person” for future endeavors. In reality, the Legislature at this time would not be favorably inclined to consider this issue. placeCityBlaine will be pursuing research and information on all aspects of the proposal. This will include the legal issues, current policy in other states, and a connection with appropriate USC departments which may research the positive economic ramifications.A Chapter committee will be formed with placeCityBlaine as Chair and including Bill Anderson, John Shkor ,Charles Gobrecht and David Pustilnik
Education: Mrs.Wilson will resend the proposed 2008 Scholarship budget, as emailed by Ed Tankins ,to be reviewed and discussed at the next meeting.
Military Coalition: John Shkor reported on the 11 February meeting of the Coalition. There will be a discussion and vote at the next meeting 12 May on a motion to clarify the current By-Laws as to the appropriate membership of the Executive Council. It will be proposed to have the current group presidents sit as members of that executive body rather than past presidents
Current Coalition Committee members are Veterans' Day: Bill Anderson and Charles Gobrecht. Park Committee: John Shkor and Bill Anderson
The Coalition will generate its own postal mailbox rather than continue using the Chapter's.
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NEW BUSINESS;The national MOAA organization is naming this The Year of the Chapter. President Anderson asked that all members of this Board ponder how the national office could better support the local chapters so that they may run more efficiently and provide better recruitment and retention. Ideas submitted immediately were:1. Improve the MOAA data base. 2.Communicate the names of any members moving to the chapter's zip code. 3.Stress at the national level the importance of chapter membership
The meeting closed with a short discussion of groups sponsoring assistance for returning “wounded warriors”.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: The next meeting will be 2 April
ADJOURNMENT : 1345
THE HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER
THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF country-regionplaceAMERICA
Board of Directors Meeting
6 February 2008
CALL TO ORDER at 1300
ATTENDEES: Col Anderson, Col Gobrecht, Col Pustilnik, Mrs.Wilson,
Lt Sarver, LTC Moss, Col Lotz, Col Tankins, Col Gindhart, VAdm Shkor
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by the President
APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the 2 January 2008 Board meeting were approved as read and posted on the Website.
OFFICERS' REPORTS
President : Bill Anderson thanked Blaine Lotz for his informative and well-received speech given at the 29 January luncheon. The new banquet room and the luncheon menu were given excellent reviews.
The president will be attending the MOAA State Council meeting on 9 February in placeCityColumbia. He asked for the Board's opinion of renaming the national cemetery at PlaceTypeFort PlaceNameJackson the placePlaceNameFloyd PlaceNameSpence PlaceNameNational PlaceTypeCemetery, as has been proposed in legislation by Congressman Joe Wilson The Board voted unanimously to recommend the name: The Fort Jackson National Veterans Cemetery.
First Vice President Charles Gobrecht presented an overview of tentative programs for the coming year.
March-luncheon with speaker possibly from Ft Jackson
April-field trip to the Mighty 8th Museum
June-MOAA Ladies Cocktail Party
August-Annual Picnic
September-Luncheon with speaker
October-Board field trip to the Citadel
November-Luncheon with local speaker, possibly Weston Newton
January 2009- Installation Luncheon, speaker Gen John Allen
Members of the Board suggested possible field trips to placePlaceNameKings PlaceTypeBay,
Charleston AFB, Fort Stewart and the Parris Island Crucible
Second Vice President David Pustilnik reported that there has been a second mailing of the dues request.
Secretary no report
Treasurer Jerry Sarver submitted the Treasurer's report for January Balance Dec.31 2007 $8,274.98 of which $5,679.87 are scholarship funds Mail Account $82.35
January 2008
Receipts
Jan. Luncheon $870.00
50/50 $67.00
Dues $1,780.00
Give Me 10-2006 $100.00
Scholarship $1,485.00
Fisher House $1,445.00
$5,947.00
Expenditures
Jan/Feb Headliner $17.92
Dec.Luncheon $848.00
50/50 Tickets $11.70
MOAA Dues $85.50
$963.12
New Balance to January 31,2008 $13,058.86
Main Account $12,976.51 of which Scholarship funds $7,164.87
Fisher House $1,445.00
Mail Account $82.35
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Legislative: Blaine Lotz reported on the meeting held with State Representative Katherine Ceips on 5 February. 40 representatives of veterans' organizations were present. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the initiative to have the South Carolina legislature exempt military retired pay, including Survivor Benefits, from state taxes. Further research will be done in order to present a fully developed approach.
Personal Affairs: no report
Public Affairs: no report
Education: Ed Tankins announced that he has contacted the three local high schools and requested their nominees for the Senior Scholarship and Junior Bond and Plaque Awards.
The president requested a budget for 2008.
Military Coalition: John Shkor reported that $10,000.00 is still needed to fully fund the granite entrance stone with the inscription In Remembrance of Those Who Served..The entire project still raises questions as to whether it is viable and wise.
Headliner: no report.
There was no unfinished or new business
ANNOUNCEMENTS: The next meeting will be 5 March
ADJOURNMENT : 1345
THE HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER
THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF country-regionplaceAMERICA
Board of Directors Meeting
2 January 2008
CALL TO ORDER 1300
ATTENDEES
LTC George D. Moss
StateplaceCol William G. Anderson
CDR Thomas R. Kaupas
MRS Elizabeth Krise
1LT Jerry Sarver
CAPT George R. Stubbs
StateplaceCOL David D. Pustilnik
StateplaceCol Charles H. Gobrecht
VADM John E. Shkor
MAJ Howard P Haines
BG Robert S, McGarry
StateplaceCol George B. Lotz II
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by George Stubbs.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the 5 December 2007 Board meeting were unanimously approved as read and posted on the Website.
OFFICERS REPORTS
President George Moss recognized, and thanked for their service, the retiring members of the Board - Past-President George Stubbs, 2nd Vice President Tom Kaupas and Secretary Beth Krise. He also acknowledged the complexities of the Treasurer's job and thanked Jerry Sarver for his past and continuing service.
First Vice President Bill Anderson reported that the Country Club had provided an excellent luncheon for the Annual meeting that was held in December. The upcoming Installation of Officers for 2008 will be a luncheon held on either the 29th or 30th of January at the Country Club of Hilton Head.
Second Vice President Tom Kaupas said that there no new members this past month.
Secretary Beth Krise told the Board that she has enjoyed being secretary for the last three-plus years.
Treasurer Jerry Sarver submitted the Treasurer's report for the month of December
Balance Nov. 30, 2007 $7,369.24
Main Account $7,286.89 of which scholarship funds $5,523.87
Mail Account $82.35
December 2007
Receipts:
Dec. Luncheon $813.00
50/50 $156.00
$969.00
Expenditures:
Dec. Luncheon Flyer $22.26
Stamps $41.00
$63.26
New Balance to December 31, 2007 $8,274.98
Main Account $8,192.63 of which scholarship funds $5,679.87
Mail Account $82.35 (1)
Remaining postage funds to be placed I General Account January 2008.
Jerry has started working on the 2008 Budget and will present it to the new Board at the February Board meeting.
Past President George Stubbs reported that the president of the State Council of MOAA Chapters, Gen John Allen, has two issues that he wants to concentrate on this year and would like for the Chapters to come up with ideas for dealing with them. The first is that as of the first of this year, it is no longer legal by Federal Law for employers to provide a supplement for their employees to pay for their Tricare. placeStateSouth Carolina has been providing for the supplement but cannot continue to do so. The second issue is that 16 States exempt retired military pay from State income taxes, and that placeStateSouth Carolina does not. Gen Allen would like to have all the Chapters working to have SC exempt all retired military pay from the State Income Tax. George has been elected to serve as Second Vice President of the State Council of MOAA Chapters
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Military Coalition John Shkor reported that the addition of an inscribed circular granite stone to be placed at the entrance to the placePlaceNameVeterans PlaceTypeMemorial Park, flanked by two Flag poles, has been thoroughly discussed by the Coalition Board. The Board decided that the project should be delayed until the money for the anticipated expense of $29,067 has been raised.
LIAISON
Headliner Bob McGarry said that he will be emailing (and mailing) the dues notices out shortly, and that he will send a letter (email and snail) to the widows who do not pay dues asking them to consider contributing to the Scholarship fund as well as the “Support the Troops” initiative, the Fisher House fund. The need for a yearly edition of the Directory, advertising, etc, was discussed at length and the Board agreed to have a printed copy mailed to all the Chapter members. Bob will be sending the new Directory out sometime in March.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS The Military Coalition has been using the MOAA Chapter PO Box for the past year. John Shkor moved that the Chapter's mail box not be available for the use by the Veterans Military Coalition, and that the use thereof be stopped within a reasonable period of time for allowing the transition to be made. The motion was seconded and it was passed unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS The secretary read the Treasurer's Audit Report that was submitted by the Audit Committee.
MEMORANDUM FOR THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
SUBJECT: Review of Chapter Financial Records
In accordance with the provisions of Article X, Section 4 of the Chapter By-Laws, the undersigned, having been appointed by the Board as the Audit Committee, conducted a review of the Chapter's financial records for 2007 on December 26, 2007.
The records were determined to be accurate and acceptable. Certain minor discrepancies were noted, but only in the area of documentation to support the reimbursement of otherwise proper expenditures. Members of the Board of Directors are reminded that receipts for all expenses claimed for reimbursement are to be provided to the Treasurer so that the financial records are complete in all respects.
John placeE. Shkor George D. Moss
VADM, USCG, Ret. CityplaceLTC, country-regionUSA, Ret.
The Audit report was accepted.
George Moss asked that the Board authorize him to appoint George Stubbs to take his place on the Audit committee of the Military Veterans Coalition. It was so moved by John Shkor, seconded and passed.
ANNOUNCEMENTS The next meeting will be 6 February 2008.
ADJOURN 1348
THE HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER
THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF country-regionplaceAMERICA
Board of Directors Meeting
5 December 2007
CALL TO ORDER 1300
ATTENDEES
StateplaceCol William G. Anderson
CDR Thomas R. Kaupas
MRS Elizabeth Krise
1LT Jerry Sarver
CAPT George R. Stubbs
StateplaceCOL David D. Pustilnik
StateplaceCol Charles H. Gobrecht
StateplaceCOL Edwin S. Tankins
VADM John E. Shkor
MAJ Howard P Haines
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Bill Anderson
APPROVAL OF MINUTES. The minutes, as read and posted on the Website, were approved unanimously.
OFFICERS REPORTS
Bill Anderson introduced Gen Arthur Brown and Mrs. Valerie Curry who had requested the opportunity to present to the Board the idea of placing a carillon at the placePlaceNameVeterans PlaceTypeMemorial Park. After the presentation and a full discussion, Bill moved that the Board believes that the addition of a carillon is a potentially useful enhancement to the Veterans Memorial and that the formal presentation needs to be changed to state the objectives, steps to get there, and other details, and presented to the Military Coalition Enhancement Committee. Charles Gobrecht seconded the motion and it was passed.
First Vice President Bill Anderson asked David Pustilnik to edit a letter that will be in the Headliner and go out with the January Dues notice in regard to the making out a second check (donation) to the Fisher House. The idea of asking the membership about its preference for meeting times was discussed. No action was taken.
Second Vice President Tom Kaupas reported that there are two more potential candidates for membership. Currently we have 10 new members this year.
Secretary No report
Treasurer Jerry Sarver presented the November treasurer's report.
Balance October 31, 2007 $7,437.13
Main Account $7,354.78 of which scholarship funds $5523.87
Mail Account $82.35
November 2007
Receipts:
$0.00
Expenditures:
Headliner (Nov/Dec) $26.89
Stamps $41.00
$67.89
New Balance to November 30, 2007 $7,369.24
Main Account $7,286.89 of which scholarship funds $5,523.87
Mail Account $82.35
Past President George Stubbs noted that this was his last meeting as a Board member and bid farewell to the Board thanking them for their camaraderie, and adding that he has been elected Second Vice President of the SC Council of MOAA Chapters.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Education Ed Tankins reported that the Ridgeland and PlaceNameplaceHardeeville PlaceTypeHigh Schools are without a senior Military Instructor. They are currently trying to recruit a retiree who has been off active duty no more that a year. Ed noted that probably none of our members would be eligible.
Military Coalition John Shkor participated in the annual inspection of the Veterans Memorial conducted by members of the Coalition Board and a representative of the Town Park Maintenance committee. They found a number of things that needed attention and the Town representative said that they would take care of them. The landscaping is now complete and John said that it is very appropriate for that setting and beautiful. The next meeting of the Military Coalition will be on 17th of December.
Personal Affairs Howard Haines said that the current transportation system to Chapter functions is working. He has had one call for the Annual Meeting luncheon and has made arrangements for that individual to be picked up.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS None
NEW BUSINESS
ANNOUNCEMENTS The next Board meeting will be 2 January 2008
ADJOURN 1400
HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER
THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
Board of Directors Meeting
7 November 2007
CALL TO ORDER 1255
ATTENDEES
LTC George D. Moss
Col William G. Anderson
CDR Thomas R. Kaupas
MRS Elizabeth Krise
1LT Jerry Sarver
COL David D. Pustilnik
COL Edwin S. Tankins
VADM John E. Shkor
MAJ Howard P Haines
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Howard Haines
APPROVAL OF MINUTES With the addition of “Bill asked Dave Pustilnik to form a group and look into ways in which the Chapter could make a contribution in support of the troops, Dave agreed to this and he will present their ideas at the next Board meeting” to the NEW BUSINESS section of the 10/03/07 meeting, the motion to approve the minutes was passed.
OFFICERS REPORTS
President George Moss had no specific announcements, but would add commentary to the committee reports.
First Vice President Bill Anderson reported that Bob McGarry will be in charge of the 14 December luncheon at the Country Club of Hilton Head, with the election of officers for 2008 and RADM William Pendley as speaker. Bill will write the PRESIDENT'S COMMENTS article for the next HEADLINER.
Second Vice President Tom Kaupas said that there are four new Chapter members. The need to identify each new member by way of their name tags was discussed. Tom has produced, and had printed, the brochures and programs that will be used for the Veterans Day ceremony at PlaceNameplaceVeterans PlaceTypeMemorial Park on 12 November.
Secretary no report
Treasurer Jerry Sarver presented the report for the month of October.
Balance Sept 30, 2007 $7,601.55
Main Account $7,519.20
Mail Account $82.35
October 2007
Receipts:
Luncheon $557.00
Dues $40.00
$597.00
Expenditures:
Flyers (2) $24.32
Stamps $69.70
Luncheon $512.00
Renew Website $155.40
$761.42
New Balance to October 31, 2007 $7,437.13
Main Account $7,354.78 of which scholarship funds $5,523.87
Mail Account $82.35
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Legislative David Pustilnik continued the discussion from the last meeting about the lack of full exemption of the military pension from the SC State income tax. There are15 states that currently grant full exemption of military pensions and a constant effort is being made by other State Councils to do the same. Dave suggested that we move this to State Council for discussion and approval. John Shkor moved to have Dave present this to the State Council at its next meeting. Motion was seconded and passed.
Education Ed Tankins submitted his yearly report.
SUMMARY OF HIGH SCHOOL ROTC EXPENSES
SUMMER CAMP: YEAR 2007
No Support Required
MEDALS AND $200 SAVINGS BONDS:
1. BLUFFTON HS - 1 BOND @ $100 = $100.00
2. ESTILL HS - 1 BOND @ $100 = $100.00
3. HHI HS - 1 BOND @ $100 = $100.00
4. RIDGELAND HS -1 BOND @ $100 = $100.00
TOTAL = $400.00
SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING:
YEAR 2007 TWO SCHOLARSHIP PAID TOTAL = $1,500.00
YEAR 2007 ONE PENDING SCHOLARSHIP CANCELLED.
ONE SCHOLARSHIP @ $750.00 TO BE PAID BY TREASURER WHEN STUDENT NOTIFIES MOAA OF COLLEGE AND ADDRESS FOR DEPOSIT OF SCHOLARHIP AWARD ($750) TOTAL = $750.00
TWO AWARDS ($750) FOR CURRENT YEAR $1500.00
GRAND TOTAL FOR 2007 = $1900.00
ESTIMATE FOR 2008 = $3600.00
I RECOMMEND THAT FOR THE YEAR 2008 THAT WE INCREASE THE SCHOLARSHIP AWARD TO $1000. WE CAN ADJUST THE 2009 AWARD TO WHAT AMOUNT WE HAVE IN THE TREASURY. THE 08 BUDGET WOULD THEN BE $4400.
EDWIN S TANKINS
CHAPTER EDUCATION CHAIR
Ed would like to see the Scholarships be increased to $1000 for the year 2008. He suggested that a committee be formed to discuss this possibility and how to best utilize the Scholarship funds in the future. David Pustilnik moved and John Shkor seconded, that the individual scholarship amount awarded for the year 2008 be $1000. Motion passed unanimously. John Shkor moved that the Education Chair develop an administrative protocol stating that the JROTC scholarship program will grant the award to a first alternate if the primary candidate is unable to accept it. Motion was seconded and passed.
Military Coalition The last meeting of the Coalition was devoted to the Veterans Day ceremony, its publicity, etc. The Town of CityHilton Head has decided it will not approve any plans for “monument, kiosk, or?” that have proposed for the entrance to the placePlaceNameVeterans PlaceTypeMemorial Park.
Personal Affairs Howard Haines reported that eight members (Bill Anderson, David Pustilnik, Joe Eagers, Hamp Burnett, George Stubbs, Ron Taylor, Bob Walen and Howard Haines) placed flags on the veterans' graves in PlaceNameplaceSix PlaceNameOaks PlaceTypeCemetery on Tuesday 6 November to commemorate Veterans Day. A front page article in the ISLAND PACKET appeared on 7 November with pictures of that activity and a listing of the coming Veterans Day events at the PlaceNameVeterans PlaceTypeMemorial Park, placePlaceNameSix PlaceNameOaks PlaceTypeCemetery and in neighboring communities.
LIAISON
Headliner and Website Bob McGarry sent word that he would like to have a volunteer to monitor the postings on the HH MOAA website. Tom Kaupas has so volunteered. The deadline for articles for the January/February HEADLINER is 20 December.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS none
NEW BUSINESS George Moss moved that the dues for next year remain at $20. Motion passed. George Moss, Bill Anderson and John Shkor agreed to serve on the annual audit committee. David Pustilnik has researched ways in which we might be able to “support the troops” and has found that there is a real need for help for the severely wounded warriors and for their families. Support for the Fisher House, residence facilities for these patients and their families at many major Military medical centers, was discussed.
ANNOUNCEMENTS Next meeting will be 5 December 2007
ADJOURN 1357
THE HILTON HEAD AREA CHAPTER
THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF country-regionplaceAMERICA
Board of Directors Meeting
3 October 2007
CALL TO ORDER 1300
ATTENDEES
Col William G. Anderson
MRS Elizabeth Krise
placeStateCOL David D. Pustilnik
StateplaceCol Charles H. Gobrecht
StateplaceCOL Edwin S. Tankins
VADM John E. Shkor
MAJ Howard P Haines
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Charles Gobrecht.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved and seconded to approve the minutes of 5 September 2007 as read and posted on the website.
OFFICERS REPORTS
President George Moss was absent, Bill Anderson presided.
First Vice President Bill Anderson said that the luncheon with Dr. Sharma as speaker went very well, with 32 in attendance. The next luncheon will be held on Friday 14 December for the election of officers for 2008. Admiral Pendley will be the speaker. It was agreed that when the dues notices go out in January that a request/suggestion that the surviving spouses, who do not pay dues, might wish to contribute to the Scholarship Fund. The trip to The Citadel has been cancelled as there was not a large enough turnout. It was decided to plan that trip again, perhaps in the spring, with a longer lead-up time for the announcement.
Secretary had no report.
Treasurer Jerry Sarver sent the following Treasurer report for the month of September.
Balance August 31, 2007 $7,400.61
Main Account $7,318.26 of which scholarship funds $5,228.87
Mail Account $82.35
September 2007
Receipts:
Scholarship $295.00
Refund deposit - picnic $100.00
$395.00
Expenditures:
Veterans Coalition $146.03
Flyer $10.00
Stamps $41.00
$197.03
New Balance to Sept 30, 2007 $7,598.70
Main Account $7,516.23 of which scholarship funds $5,523.87
Mail Account $82.35
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Legislative Affairs Dave Pustilinik has continued to be in contact with Rep Wilson's office trying to set a lunch or dinner date for his appearance here on Hilton Head. The word so far, is that until the Legislative calendar is decided, Rep Wilson cannot commit to a time. Dave will continue to pursue this.
Education Ed Tankins gave the ROTC Awards and Medals report.
SUMMARY OF HIGH SCHOOL ROTC EXPENSES
SUMMER CAMP: YEAR 2007
No Support Required
MEDALS AND $200 SAVINGS BONDS:
1. BLUFFTON HS - 1 BOND @ $100 = $100.00
2. ESTILL HS - 1 BOND @ $100 = $100.00
3. HHI HS - 1 BOND @ $100 = $100.00
4. RIDGELAND HS 1 BOND @ $100 = $100.00
TOTAL = $400.00
SCHOLARHIP FUNDING:
YEAR 2007 TWO SCHOLARSHIP PAID TOTAL = $1500.00
YEAR 2007 ONE PENDING SCHOLARSHIP CANCELLED.
THE STUDENT RECEIVED A FOUR YEAR ROTC SCHOLARSHIP
ONE SCHOLARSHIP @ $750.00 TO BE PAID BY TREASURER WHEN STUDENT NOTIFIES MOAA OF COLLEGE AND ADDRESS FOR DEPOSIT OF SCHOLARSHIP AWARD ($750) TOTAL = $750.00
TWO AWARDS FOR CURRENT YEAR $1500.00
GRAND TOTAL FOR 2007 = $2650.00
ESTIMATE FOR 2008 = $3600.00
Ed said that DOD is no longer sponsoring the ROTC summer camps as it has in the past and the camps are now being run by the ROTC detachments.
Military Coalition John Skhor reported that the next meeting of the Military Coalition will be Monday 15 October at 1330.
Personal Affairs Howard Haines said that there are members who need transportation to the meetings and that every flyer should include a telephone number to call so that transportation can be provided. Howard was able to arrange a ride for the last luncheon.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS none
NEW BUSINESS Bill asked Dave Pustilnik to form a group and look into ways in which the Chapter could make a contribution in support of the troops. Dave agreed to this and he will present their ideas at the next Board meeting
ANNOUNCEMENTS The next Board meeting will be 7 November.
ADJOURN 1330
THE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF country-regionplaceAMERICA
Board of Directors Meeting
5 September2007
CALL TO ORDER 1300
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Jerry Sarver
ATTENDEES
LTC George D. Moss
StateplaceCol William G. Anderson
MRS Elizabeth Krise
1LT Jerry Sarver
CAPT George R. Stubbs
StateplaceCOL David D. Pustilnik
StateplaceCOL Edwin S. Tankins
APPROVAL OF MINUTES The motion by Bill Anderson, and seconded by Dave Pustilnik, to approve the July 2007 minutes as read and posted on the Website passed unanimously.
OFFICERS REPORTS
President George Moss said that the Chapter had been notified of the death of one of our members, Jerry Gibson, 1st Lt USAF. The Board applauded the very successful efforts of George Stubbs as the Chapter once again was designated as a Category II (200-499 members) Five -Star Chapter It was decided that the Chapter will conduct the presentation of the “Level of Excellence” Streamer for our flag recognizing the award. With so many events planned for October and November it was decided to have the Annual Chapter meeting and election of officers in early December. It was so moved by George Moss, seconded by Bill Anderson, and passed unanimously. George Stubbs suggested that when the By Laws are again reviewed and updated, that the wording be changed to read “the election of officers be held during the last business meeting of the year and the installation of officers be held during the first business meeting of the next year.
First Vice President Bill Anderson said that the schedule for Fall will be a luncheon on 27 September with Dr. Narendra Sharma as speaker, a day trip to the Citadel in Charleston in October (date to be determined), a joint dinner with the Navy League featuring Rep Joe Wilson (sometime between 4-11 October), a concert of military music by the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra on 22 October and the Veterans Day memorial ceremony 12 November which this year will be run by the Navy League. The annual meeting and election of officers will be held in early December.
Secretary Beth Krise reported that an email from Jim Kennedy informed us that he is no longer able to attend the MOAA meetings as he cannot drive. There is a need to make sure that all members have transportation to our functions as rides can easily be arranged. George Stubbs and his Nominating Committee have completed the slate of Officers and Directors for the coming year and they are:
President - StateplaceCol William G. Anderson, USAF
1st Vice President - StateplaceCol Charles H. Gobrecht, USAF
2nd Vice President - StateplaceCol David D. Pustilnik, USAF
Secretary - Mrs. Lois Wilson
Treasurer - 1st Lt Jerry Sarver, ARNG
Director (Legislative Affairs) - StateplaceCol George B. Lotz II, USAF
Director (Education) - StateCol Edwin S. Tankins, placecountry-regionUSA
Director (Public Affairs) - StateCol Francis X placeCityGindhart, country-regionUSA
Director (Military Coalition) - VAdm John E. Shkor, USCG
Director (Personal Affairs) - Maj Howard P. Haines, USMC
Treasurer Jerry Sarver presented the August Report and the Proforma Draft of the 2006-2007 Budget
Balance July 31, 2007 $6,542.08
Main Account $6,459.73 of which scholarship funds $4,293.87
Mail Account $82.35
August 2007
Receipts:
Dues $20.00
Picnic $1,035.00
50/50 $193.00
Auction $742.00
$1,990.00
Expenditures:
Picnic $1,022.67
Headliner (Sept/Oct) $32.50
Headliner-mailing $76.30
$1,131.47
New Balance to August 31, 2007 $7,400.61
Main Account $7,318.26 of which scholarship funds $5,228.87
Mail Account $82.35
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Proforma Draft 2006-2007 Budget
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