Commanders Message
December 2020
AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS DECEMBER
Riders and Friends,
Well, what a long, strange trip 2020 has been. As we near the
end of this very interesting year, it appears that The Grateful
Dead called it right back in 1977.
Nevertheless, your American Legion Riders still participated
in a number of events --- although at a much smaller number.
Looking back at my calendar for October, I don’t see any
events that we participated in as a group. I do know that
several Riders participated as individuals, representing our Chapter, at a number
of Patriot Guard missions.
Sadly, the Lincoln Veterans Parade was canceled, and we had very much
looked forward to that event. Here’s hoping that next year’s parade will be bigger
and better than ever.
November is traditionally the time when we look back and reflect on how
thankful we are for our many blessings. This November was no different.
I’m thankful to have been afforded the opportunity to serve our Chapter. I’m
thankful for the many friendships that have increased over the past year. I’m
thankful that we have Chapter members who are willing to pitch in whenever,
and wherever, needed. And, I’m thankful that the COVID impact has been
extremely minimal on Chapter members, our families, and our friends.
Looking forward. By the time you read this, we will have held our November
meeting (via Zoom) and have a slate of officers for the 2021 Rider year to be
voted on at the December meeting. I am confident that whatever names appear
on that slate will continue the great work that all American Legion Riders
everywhere do.
Until next time, Ride Safe!
Bruce Gubser
Commander Post 3 American Legion Riders
ALR Commander Post #3
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Bruce Gubser, Commander
Post 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.
2020 OFFICERS
Leadership 2019-20
Commander: Bruce Gubser
Vice-Commander: Ray Paulson
Chaplain: Glen L Masek
Secretary/Membership: MiKe Streeter
Treasurer: Dave Dietz
Road Captain/Webmaster: William Smisek
Sergeant-at-Arms: Ray Gilbertson
Next Meeting Third Thursday of Every Month. 7:00 PM, Denton Legion Club
Minutes November 2020 Meeting
ALR Post 3 Meeting minutes
November 19, 2020
ZOOM electronic meeting
1903 call to order- By Commander Gubser
Present Colors and MIA Chair
Attention to Colors – Commander Gubser
Prayer and MIA chair– By Commander Gubser
Opening Introductions
Officer Roll Call – by Streeter
Commander - present
Vice Commander - absent
Secretary - present
Treasurer - present
Road Captain - absent
Sergeant at Arms - absent
8 members present and signed in on ZOOM.
Minutes from previous meeting – by Secretary
October 2020 meeting minutes were posted on the Post 3 ALR web page and all members were advised by e-mail to review on 11/12/2020. Call for corrections, additions or deletions, none needed. Motion to approve made by Bevard second by Dietz motion approved.
Membership report – 2020 year stands at 38 active members. 2021 membership is 8.
Financial Report – by Treasurer
October report sent to all members via e-mail on November 15, 2020. Balance for End of October was $2854.98. Bunker fund was not used this meeting. Motion to approve report made by Streeter second by Bevard, motion approved.
Reports from officers
- Commander Gubser – Nothing
- Vice Commander Paulson – absent
- Secretary- Streeter - Nothing
- Treasurer – Dietz – Nothing
- Ride Captain Smisek - absent
- Sergeant at Arms Gilbertson - absent
Reports from Committees
- None
Old Business
- None
New Business –
Commander – Resolution 19 its effects and what it would require us to change in our bylaws. Discussion- held and bylaws will need updated at some point. Tabled this for now until 2021.
Commander - Nominations for 2021 ALR Officers. Discussion held
The below persons received nominations to serve as 2021 officers of Post 3 ALR
Commander – Bruce Gubser
Vice Commander- Ray Paulson
Secretary- Mike Streeter
Treasurer- Dave Dietz
Sergeant at Arms- Ron Bevard
Road Captain- William Smisek
Vote on nominations will be held prior to the December meeting due to the current COVID-19 risks will be done via electronic methods - ballots will be sent to all members on December 1st via e-mail and must be electronically returned to the Secretary by phone, email or other means and will be counted at 1700 on December 12th.
Other Comments for the Good of the Chapter – None
Next meeting date and place – December 17th decision on in person or ZOOM meeting will be made prior to the meeting.
Closing Prayer- by Commander
Adjournment – by Commander
Meeting adjourned at: 1932
THE END
Restfully submitted by Mike Streeter Secretary, November 29, 2020
