Post 3 Meeting Notes, December 2024

Prior to opening the December meeting of Post 3, Commander Gubser introduced two Marines from Omaha he had invited to attend to promote their Toys for Tots campaign. They spoke briefly and thanked the post for its support --- as evidenced by the tableful of toys at the back of the room. Commander Gubser then gave them a $250 donation to Toys for Tots.

The Commander opened the December 10, 2024, meeting of American Legion Post 3 shortly after 7:00 PM at the Lincoln Elks Lodge 80 with 20-25 Legionnaires and guests present. He introduced a new member transferring into Post 3 from the Havelock post.

Veterans of the various war eras were asked to stand and be recognized.

The minutes of the November meeting were read and approved.

Ed Schnabel gave the financial report for the month ending November 30, 2024, showing a balance of about $48,000. It was approved and filed for review.

Adjutant Schnabel reported 2025 membership as 749.  He also indicated that the office would be open this Thursday, but then closed until after the first of the year.

Dr. Jackson gave an Americanism report.

Ron Hindmand reported on Salvation Army Bellringers and indicated that all the crews rang bells as scheduled and the weather cooperated. Ron also indicated that while the Salvation Army no longer keeps track of the money collected by individual organizations, the Post 3 buckets did well.

District 15 Commander reported that the Post 3 Oratorical contestant competed in Seward on December 1st and finished 3rd in Area C.

Gerry Wolf reported for the Memorial Squad. They had a busy November. Wreaths Across American will be held Saturday.

Brendan Moore reported for SAL. Their membership stands at 91%. Brendan also reported that they had given out some cash donations for Thanksgiving and will do so again at Christmas.

Commander Gubser reported briefly for the American Legion Riders. He indicated that they will elect officers for 2025 in December --- and that it appears he will be the new Director for 2025.

Upon proper motion and second, the post affirmed the $250 donation to Toys for Tots.

The Chaplain read TAPS, and the meeting was closed in proper form at about 7:30 PM.

Steve Bartos, Recorder