Post 3 Meeting Notes, July 2026

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Regular Meeting of American Legion Post 3

Lincoln Elks Lodge #80

July 14, 2026

Commander Ron Hindmand opened the July 14, 2026, meeting of American Legion Post 3 at 7:00 PM at the Lincoln Elks Lodge 80 with about 25 Legionnaires and guests present.

Introduced as a new member and providing a brief self-introduction was Tyrel Carson.

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

A spokesperson for Ollie’s Mission gave a short presentation on the home care services they can provide to veterans authorized by the VA. Upon motion by Bruce Gubser, the post approved a $250 donation to Ollie’s Mission.

The minutes of the June 8th meeting of Post 3 were read.

Finance Officer Bruce Gubser gave the financial report for June showing a balance on hand of $ 43,872.16.

For the Legion Riders, Bruce reported on a number of parades, raffles, and other activities on the Riders' agenda. The national organization’s Legacy run to Ft. Knox, Kentucky, will originate in Lincoln this year --- and Post 3 is involved in the planning.

Adjutant Steve Fowles reported 2027 membership at about 175 members. The first renewal notices from Indianapolis should be arriving any day now.

Dr. Jackson gave an Americanism report.

Gerry Wolf reported several activities coming up for the Honor Guard. A Dignified Flag Disposal Ceremony will be held on 7:00 AM on Saturday, July 18th at the Timmerman “Compound”.

Commander Hindmand reported that our Jr. Law Cadet participants --- Tara Thoms and Judah Hilton ---- are scheduled to attend the September meeting.

Fred Craigie reported that the SAL would not meet until September.

Commander Hindmand reported on the Department Convention held in Columbus in June. At one time or another, 14 members of Post 3 attended the convention, National Commander Dan Wiley was in attendance and addressed the convention. Commander Wiley presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Steve Bartos, recognizing his almost 40 continuous years of service on the National Membership & Post Activities Committee. Ed Schnabel was presented the 2026 Citizenship Medal for District 15. Rich Lemmerman and John Ottoson were installed as the new District 15 Commander and Vice-Commander, respectively.

Commander Hindmand discussed the Governor’s current project to present challenge coins to our Korean War veterans. He pointed out that Post 3 members Curt Sanford and Robert Ruyle received theirs at a presentation made at the Department HQ open house in June.

Fred Craigie was called to the podium to serve as Installing Officer. Installed for the coming year were:

Commander --- Ron Hindmand

1st Vice Commander --- Rich Lemmerman

2nd Vice Commander --- John Ottoson

Executive Committeeman (3-year term) --- Ed Schnabel

Bruce Gubser reported on the Veterans Mission of Mercy to be held near Yutan in August. (free dental clinic for veterans) Dr. Fritz Craft was unable to attend tonight but may do so in September. Upon motion by Bruce Gubser, the post donated $750 to the project.

The chaplain read the TAPS report, and the meeting was closed at about 7:45 PM.

Steve Bartos

Recorder