DIRECTORS MESSAGE
May, 2022
Greetings fellow Riders and Legion Family
May marks the traditional beginning of "riding season" in Nebraska. Oh, sure, we have had some nice riding weather since the beginning of the year, but because a huge majority of motorcycle riders are what one might call "fair weather riders," the warmer temps in May will be bringing more and more motorcycles on the road. Whether you are on two-, three- or four-wheels, keep your focus on the road and watch for other vehicles sharing the road. One tip I recently saw was to teach your children to watch for motorcycles by making it a game. I remember "Slug Bug"... whenever we saw a VW Bug on the road, we'd slap our sibling crazy. Well, not really, but it usually garnered a friendly (or not-so-friendly) tap on the shoulder. I think you get the idea. Anyway, motorcyclists, please watch for cars... car drivers, please watch for motorcyclists. May is also the beginning of parade season. Your American Legion Riders will be participating in at least two parades during May. First up will be in Omaha on Saturday, May 28th, at the Patriotic Parade & Concert. We will be joining other Nebraska ALR chapters, the US Army Fife & Drum Corps, the Mounted Color Guard from Fort Riley (KS), and others to honor America's heroes. We will also be participating with the Lincoln Memorial Day Observance.
I guess that's about all for now.
Ride (and Drive) Safe!
Bruce Gubser Director, Lincoln Chapter 3, ALR
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AmericanLegionRidersPost3 Happening Next https://happeningnext.com/event/poker-run-lincoln-chapter-3-american-legion-riders-eid3a08ie6738
Your American Legion Riders continue to participate in a number of events honoring our fallen, most notably at a recent funeral of a veteran who died without family nearby. I thank those who were able to honor the service of our veteran brother.
Until next time,
Ride (and drive) Safe!
Bruce Gubser
Director, Chapter 3 American Legion Riders
Post 3 American Legion Riders
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
We are NOT a motorcycle club!
We are a part of the nation’s largest wartime veteran’s service organization, members of the American Legion “Family” (Legionnaires, Sons and Auxiliary members) who have joined together to ride our motorcycles for fun and fellowship and to remember and dedicate our self to our original purpose. Service to Our Country.
Being a part of the American Legion, the Riders are committed to:
1. Mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs for them in our communities,
2. Advocating patriotism and honor,
3. Promoting strong national security, and
4. Continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans.
True to the Legion's grassroots tradition, each local Riders chapter manages its programs at the post level. Annually the Post 3 Riders are part of many projects and events.
Membership Requirements
American Legion Riders Post #3 Lincoln, NE
The requirements for membership are.
A. An individual must be a current member of one of the following:
1. An American Legion Post
2. An American Legion Auxiliary Unit
3. A Sons of the American Legion Squadron
B. Each individual shall in order to establish and maintain membership, own (name on title) a motorcycle of at least 350cc in size (no ATV's) that is licensed and insured as required by Nebraska state law.
C.Each individual must have paid the required dues and submitted any required documentation annually.
Dues and Documentation of Membership
a. Dues will be $20.00 per annual year. To remain a member annual dues will be required to be paid by April 1st, each year.
b. To insure accurate information on members is maintained, Members annually shall verify that the information contained on their original application is current and correct or provide any changes to the information at time of renewal of membership.
c. Persons joining the Chapter at any time during the year will be required to submit a completed Post 3 ALR application to verify they meet membership requirements and pay the annual dues for that year.
Membership qualification may be verified at any time by the Sergeant at Arms.
For History and info: https://www.legion.org/riders/about
2022 OFFICERS
Leadership 2022
Director: Bruce Gubser
Assistant Director Neil Larson
Chaplain: Glen L Masek
Secretary &
Membership: Mike Streeter
Treasurer: Dave Dietz
Road Captain &
Webmaster: William Smisek
Sergeant-at-Arms: Robert Enlow
Next Meeting Third Thursday of Every Month. 7:00 PM, Denton Legion Club
Minutes May 2022 Meeting
ALR Post 3 Meeting minutes
May 19, 2022 Denton American legion Post #355
1800 meet and greet with food provided by Legion Club at member’s expense. 1905 Call to order- By Director Present Colors and MIA Chair
Attention to Colors
Pledge of Allegiance – By Director
Prayer – by Director MIA chair– By Sgt. At Arms
Recitation of American Legion Rider Creed Opening Introductions Officer Roll Call – by Secretary Director - present Assistant Director – present Secretary -present Treasurer -absent Ride Captain –present
Self-Introduction of 18 members, 2 guest, 1 new member. Minutes from previous meeting – by Secretary The April 2022 meeting minutes were posted on the Post 3 ALR web page and all members were advised by e-mail to review on April 22nd. Call for additional corrections, additions, or deletions. Membership report - by Secretary 2022 paid membership is at 42 Financial Report – by acting Treasurer Lori Gubser The April report sent to members via e-mail on May 16th. Balance for end of April was $2494.18. At this meeting $45 was collected by member’s donations to the bunker fund. Reports from officers Director- reminded about the June 11th Veterans Freedom Music Festival, Antelope Park, starting at 9am. We have been asked to help with parking. Ride order to follow. May 28th patriotic parade and concert in Omaha, Benson ALR involved and invited us to attend. Will need to be in Omaha Old market by 0900. Ride order to follow. Director – wall that heals info to follow. Director – We received a request for assistance with escort of “The Wall That Heals” August 9th, from Gibbon Public School to the 37th Vietnam Veterans Reunion in Kearney at the Younes Convention Center. More info will be provided later, and we can do a ride order if needed. Assistant Director – reminder of May 30th Memorial Day Observation activities. Reviewed what we are being asked to assist with. We are part of the official agenda for the Lincoln Memorial event need to stage at gate 3 to participate in event Ride order to follow. Secretary – nothing Treasurer – absent Ride Captain -nothing Sgt. at Arms- remember buddy check in Lincoln on 22nd. Please try to attend. Reports from Committees None Old Business Streeter – accomplished the final required reading of the Lincoln Nebraska Post 3 Chapter American Legion Riders proposed amendments to the Bylaws. Streeter advised that all membership was notified on May 10th of this process via e-mail as required by Bylaws, Streeter call for a vote on adoption of amendments. 100% of membership in attendance voted to adopt Bylaw amendments. New Business Director – reminder about the annual VFW Cemetery Trek on Memorial Day 2022. Please feel free to join, if you wish. Other Comments for the Good of the Chapter Streeter – Eagle Fun Day scheduled for June 25, 2022, we are registered and will need a ride order. Streeter- reminder about the CMA State Rally “Thunder on the Plains”, May 27-30, 2022, Seward. Streeter- advised about the 1st annual Aurora Legacy Run Post 42 ALR Saturday May 21st registration at 1000 in Aurora. Stops in Clay Center, Geneva, Crete and Seward. Those going will meet at NW48th and Highway 6 and leave at 0900. Director – Medal of Honor run details, reviewed and participation encouraged. Lori Gubser – thanks for poker run donations. Next meeting date and place - 6-16-2022 Denton American Legion Post #355
Closing Prayer- Director Adjournment – Director Meeting adjourned at: 1928
THE END
Respectfully submitted May 20, 2020 by Mike Streeter, Secretary
Legion Riders Memorial Day 2020
