Minutes of the
President
Tetrick called the meeting to order at
Members
present: Jim Washburn, Dwight Tetrick, Fred Patton,
Welcome
guests: Janett Tetrick,
June Patton, June Bolen, and Ben Van Norman a newly transferred member from
The
SAR membership approved the minutes of the October meeting as published in the
newsletter.
The
secretary reported that the ROTC medals had been ordered and received. Dues for 2003 need to be to the secretary by December 20.
The
treasurer reported a balance of $2,014.67.
President
Tetrick reported that Jim Chambers suffered a stroke
this past week. Dwight spoke with him and reported that Jim was in good
spirits.
We
received word that Eric Stutzman, son of Dan Stutzman, was accepted into membership of the SAR. Dan
reported that Eric might be in town in December to join us.
The
president presented to the membership of the slate of officers suggested by the
nominating committee. They have proposed:
President-
Dwight Tetrick
Vice
President- Jack Bolen
Secretary
/ Treasurer-
Chaplain-
James Washburn
Historian-
Robert Yarnell
Sergeant-at-Arms-
Fred Patton
Newsletter
Editor- Daniel Stutzman
The
floor was open for additional nominations. None were forthcoming and the
nominations were closed. The slate was then unanimously approved.
There
being no other business the meeting recessed for lunch.
President
Tetrick reconvened the meeting and introduced Vice
President Jack Bolen. Jack introduced Officer Michael Skypack
our Law Enforcement Medal award recipient and his supervisor Corporal Larry
Timer. He pointed out that Officer Skypack had a
significant record as compared with his fellow officers. Even though he is just
doing his job, his statistics indicate that he accomplishes a great deal in any
given day.
Vice
President Bolen introduced Corporal Timer who gave a brief testimonial to the
fine work done by Office Skypack. Several stories
told by the Corporal clearly illustrate Office Skypack’s
dedication to the police force and to our community.
Vice
President Bolen then introduced Office Skypack who
spoke briefly about his love for the work. He is soon to start his tenth year
on the force. Next week he will begin night duty in the
A
short question and answer session followed.
President
Tetrick presented the Law and Enforcement Award to Officer
Skypack.
June
Bolen won the 50/50 earning $9.00 for herself and $8.00 for the chapter.
President
Tetrick led the recessional and Jim Washburn gave the
benediction. The meeting adjourned at
Respectfully
submitted,
Kevin
Yarnell
Chapter
Secretary