Post 3 Meeting Notes, November 2025

Regular Meeting of American Legion Post 3 

Lincoln Elks Lodge #80 – November 11, 2025

Commander Ron Hindmand opened the November 11, 2025, meeting of American Legion Post 3 at 7:00 PM at the Lincoln Elks Lodge 80 with 17 Legionnaires present.   Commander Ron offered a Happy Birthday to the Marines.

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

The minutes of the October 14, 2025, meeting were read and approved.

Finance Officer Bruce Gubser gave the financial report for the month ending October 31 showing a balance on hand of $45,241.03.  Upon inquiry about whether the use of an endowment might be beneficial, the Finance Officer said he would look into it. 

Gerry Wolf reported that membership for 2026 stood at 697 --- a little more than 74% of goal.

Bruce Gubser reported for the Legion Riders.  He indicated that they recently had their first Flags for Vets ceremony at the Legacy Estates facility.

Reverend Jackson gave an Americanism report.

Brendan Moore reported that Squadron 3 SAL membership stood at 125 and was almost to goal.  Planning has begun for Thanksgiving and Christmas activities.

Commander Hindmand reported that District 15 did get one entrant for the Oratorical Contest.  The event was held on November 4, and Tera Thoms advanced to the Area C contest to be held in Seward on December 7th.

The Commander also reported on Bellringers and indicated that sign-up sheets are available tonight.  The Post 3 family will cover some locations on December 3-4-5.

Gerry Wolf reported on the numerous activities in which the Honor Guard participated.  The past few days have been busy.

Bartos moved (with a second by Jackson) that the post recommend for consideration by the Legionnaire Club Board the name of Fred Craigie for a 4-year term on the Board.  Another name was suggested during the discussion, but the original motion was approved by a vote of 14-2.

Commander Hindmand announced that non-perishable items will be collected at the December meeting for distribution as needed by the VA clinic.

Commander Hindmand announced that the Mid-Year Conference will be held in Norfolk in January and that there are a number of Eagle Scout awards available.

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

Steve Bartos

Recorder