Albert C. Kean Post 149 General Meeting Minutes
Meeting Date: February 17, 2026 Time: 1800
Roll Call of Officers: (P =Present, E = Excused, A = Absent, V = Vacant. F= Fill In)
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Commander: Dave Marsland- P ​1st Vice Commander: VACANT
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2nd Vice Commander: Dave Booth- A ​Finance Officer: Carl Johnson- P
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Adjutant: L. “Willie” Nelson- P ​Jr. Past Commander: Dave Garrett- P
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Chaplin: Dick Topness- P ​Sgt-At-Arms: Ernie Williams- P
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Historian: Dave Riley-P Sr. Jr Color Bearer: VACANT
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Service Officer: VACANT​​​
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Guests: Position/Post Representing:
None
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Draping of the Charter:
Michael Parker, Jerry Ralston, Craig Gross, Gerald Arnall
Opening of the Meeting:
The meeting was opened in the normal manner by Commander Dave Marsland @ 1800 .
11 Members, including Officers, 0 Guests
Minutes of previous meeting:
Motion to accept the reading of the minutes made by Paul Nelson, seconded by Ernie Williams, motion carried.
Finance Officer’s Report:
Finance Officers report read, Motion to accept made by Sean Gray, seconded by Pete Gould, motion carried.
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Statements from Guests:
N/A
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Sick call:
None
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New Members and Transfers:
New Members- 2, Transfers- 0 Motion by Adjutant Nelson, seconded by Sean Gray. Motion carried
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Membership (Goal 447 ): ( VACANT )
- 294 Traditional + 72 PUFL = 366 (81.8%_) as of Transmittal 26-23 dtd 02/14/2026.
Motion to accept report by Adjutant Nelson, seconded by Ernie Williams, motion passed.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
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Activities: ( Dave Booth)
- Wednesdays. 3-ball pool games starting at 3PM
- Every other Thursday is “Booze Bingo” game 6PM Starting 1st Thursday in Feb. Black Out pot will be
$100. If not hit in 53 numbers, pot will roll over
- Fridays Post has King of Clubs 6PM, the progressive pot is growing
- Need volunteers for cooking Friday King of Clubs Dinners
- May 16 Armed Forces Day
- July Steak Night will be Jul 11
- Planning on Aug 15 for the Annual Post Picnic at the Bremerton Elks
Building: (Larry Phillips Primary/Rick Baker Secondary)
- Front Door Window- Thank you to the Auxiliary for replacing the window glass.
- Washer/Dryer are inoperative. Rick Baker sent the information to the insurance agent and are waiting
Legion Riders: (Dave Garrett)
- March is chapter elections.
- planning stages for years upcoming rides
- Information on the “Unforgotten Run to Tahoma” Memorial Day Weekend, 4 sets of veteran’s remains
- Saturday 21 Feb, Comba Vets are hosting “Pints for Vets” at Ridgeline Brewing from 1-4 PM
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Historian: (Dave Riley)
- There is more information on historian’s computer that he is trying to access
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Old Business:
- From E-Board Meetings- Status if any for PSE claim- Still waiting for an answer.
- CDR Marsland has submitted a request to the American Legion National Emergency Fund. Waiting on
an answer form that
- Nomination for Vacant 1st Vice Position Ernie Williams
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New Business and Correspondence:
- None
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Good of The Legion:
- Commander is asking all members driving past the post to look over and do a check on it for
security. There have been attempts for foul play and Bremerton Police have been notified.
- There was an email sent from Department Adjutant for a conformation on an Evite, this is a possible
phishing attempt.
- Currently there is an Email scam targeting veterans posing as the VA. It’s asking you to login and
update your information. The VA WILL NOT send an email, phone or text you for something like this.
They will ALWAYS send a letter. Now the only way to access our VA account, is to use the
government’s ID ME access.
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Adjournment:
Motion to adjourn made by Sean Gray, seconded by Pete Gould. Therefore, being no further business to come before the membership, the meeting was adjourned @ 1830
ON FILE ON FILE
Willie Nelson Dave Marsland
Adjutant Commander
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Meeting Date: January 20, 2026 Time: 1800
Roll Call of Officers: (P =Present, E = Excused, A = Absent, V = Vacant. F= Fill In)
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Commander: Dave Marsland- P ​1st Vice Commander: VACANT
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2nd Vice Commander: Dave Booth- P ​Finance Officer: Carl Johnson- P
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Adjutant: L. “Willie” Nelson- P ​Jr. Past Commander: Dave Garrett- A
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Chaplin: Dick Topness- A ​Sgt-At-Arms: Ernie Williams-A
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Historian: Dave Riley-E Sr. Jr Color Bearer: VACANT
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Service Officer: VACANT
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Guests: Position/Post Representing:
Chrissy Huckabee- Lounge Manager/Bookkeeper
Larry Phillips- S.A.L. Squadron Commander
Lisa Richardson- Auxiliary Member/Bar Tender
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Draping of the Charter:
N/A
Opening of the Meeting:
The meeting was opened in the normal manner by Commander Dave Marsland @ 1800 .
16 Members, including Officers, 3 Guests
Minutes of previous meeting:
Motion to accept the reading of the minutes made by Paul Nelson, seconded by Ernie Williams, motion carried.
Finance Officer’s Report:
Finance Officers report read, Motion to accept made by Dave Riley, seconded by Dave Booth, motion carried.
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Statements from Guests:
In Good of The Order
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Sick call:
None
New Members and Transfers:
New Members- 0 Transfers- 0 Report by Adjutant Nelson No Motion needed
Membership (Goal 447 ): ( VACANT )
- 269 Traditional + 72 PUFL = 341 (75.8%) as of Transmittal 26-19 dtd 01/19/2026.
Motion to accept by Adjutant Nelson, seconded by Dave Riley, motion passed.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
Activities: ( Dave Booth)
- Wednesdays. 3-ball pool games starting at 3PM
- Every other Thursday is “Booze Bingo” game 6PM Starting 1st Thursday in Feb. Black Out pot will be
$100. If not hit in 53 numbers, pot will roll over
- Fridays Post has King of Clubs 6PM, the progressive pot is growing (01/23 $3,686).
- Valentines Day Murder Mystery Dinner- Tickets will be Presale
- Need volunteers for cooking Friday King of Clubs Dinners
Building: (Larry Phillips Primary/Rick Baker Secondary)
- Front Door Window- Thank you to the Auxiliary for replacing the window glass.
- Fire restoration is still in progress. New ceiling tiles in 98%, Building painted, Interior cleaned, All
electrical work is completed, Washer and Dryer are not working, an appliance repair has been
contacted and are waiting.
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Legion Riders: (Dave Garrett)
- February is chapter elections.
- planning stages for years upcoming rides
- Information on the “Unforgotten Run to Tahoma” Memorial Day Weekend, 2 sets of unclaimed
veteran’s
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Historian: (Dave Riley)
- Been in contact with the District Commander and waiting on more information. There is more
information on historian’s computer that he is trying to access
Old Business:
- From E-Board Meetings- Status if any for PSE claim- Still waiting for an answer.
- CDR Marsland has submitted a request to the American Legion National Emergency Fund. Waiting on
an answer form that
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New Business and Correspondence:
- None
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Good of The Legion:
- CDR Marsland- Doing good for membership returning following the recent fire
- New Operating hours has the post opening at 3PM. -
Chrissy Huckabe- Closing will be until Slow, If there are members in attendance and actively
purchasing products, it is at the bar tender’s discretion on when to close.
- Kitsap CO. Veterans Coordinator- Steve Corcoran- There is a veteran’s service fund for homeless
and indignant veterans in the county to get assistance. The county does not have a VSO, But the
county is opening a position that will be open until 28 January., this position is 20hrs/WK. Currently
there is VSO representation in Retsil, VFW in Port Orchard and the DAV. March there will be a
Veteran’s appreciation Day at the Kitsap Pavillion, the last Saturday of April, there will be a KAVA
stand down. The veterans advisory board is looking for members, they meet the 2nd Wednesday of
the month.
- The position of 1st Vice Commander is vacant due to the current 1st Vice has had to resign the
position. Nomination to be held.
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Adjournment:
Motion to adjourn made by Paul Nelson, seconded by Dave Riley. Therefore, being no further business to come before the membership, the meeting was adjourned @ 1846
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ON FILE ON FILE
Willie Nelson Dave Marsland
Adjutant Commander
Meeting Date: October 21, 2025 Time: 1800
Roll Call of Officers: (P =Present, E = Excused, A = Absent, V = Vacant. F= Fill In)
Commander: Dave Marsland- P ​1st Vice Commander: Dr E. Lee Felder Jr- P
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2nd Vice Commander: Dave Booth- P ​Finance Officer: Carl Johnson- P
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Adjutant: L. “Willie” Nelson- P ​Jr. Past Commander: Dave Garrett- P
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Chaplin: Dick Topness- A ​Sgt-At-Arms: Ernie Williams-A
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Historian: Dave Riley-E Sr. Jr Color Bearer: VACANT
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Service Officer: VACANT
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Guests: Position/Post Representing:
None
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Draping of the Charter:
N/A
Opening of the Meeting:
The meeting was opened in the normal manner by Commander Dave Marsland @ 1800 .
10 Members, including Officers, 0 Guests
Minutes of previous meeting:
Motion to accept the reading of the minutes made by Sean Gray, seconded by Paul Nelson, motion carried.
Finance Officer’s Report:
Finance Officers report read, Motion to accept made by Sean Gray, seconded by Pete Gould, motion carried.
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Statements from Guests:
N/A
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Sick call:
None
New Members and Transfers:
New Members- 2 Transfers- 2 Motion by Adjutant Nelson to accept all was seconded by Sean Gray, Motion carried
Membership (Goal 447 ): ( Lee Felder Jr )
- 211 Traditional + 71 PUFL = 282 (63%_) as of Transmittal 26-10 dtd 10/17/2025.
Motion to accept by Lee Felder, Seconded by Carl Johnson, motion passed. Buddy Check were
completed between 1st and 2nd Vice.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
Activities: ( Dave Booth)
- Wednesdays. 3-ball pool games starting at 3PM
- Every other Thursday is “Booze Bingo” game 6PM
- Fridays Post has King of Clubs 6PM, the progressive pot is growing.
- October 25, there is a Buncoween Party at the post
- October 31, Post Halloween Party
- November 1- Steak Night- Auxiliary Hosting
- November 11, Veterans Day events here at the post. Last day to renew 2026 Dues for “Early Bird” Stamp.
- November 22 Early Bird Dinner, no cost for “Early Bird card, all others are $15,00, Sign up sheet in the Lounge
- Dave Booth. By checking the metrics of Facebook, we are growing in recognition.
Building: (Larry Phillips Primary/Rick Baker Secondary)
- Determination that the window will be filled in to match the wall, and the front East Door, plywood
from the window will go behind the glass on the inside.
- Looking for a volunteer to either assist Rick Baker (if still interested) or take over as Building Manager
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Legion Riders: (Dave Garrett)
- September 9th, the Vietnam Traveling Healing Wall was in Port Townsend. Debrief was held, no
remarks given.
- The 9/11 Run for 2026 will be possibly Vancouver to Bellingham. We are in contact with Bellingham
- 2025 ROMP was held in Tombstone Sep 17-21, 2025. The 2026 ROMP will be in Florence, AZ in the
same time frame
- Chapter Holiday Party will be December 13
- Nominations for the 2026 Chapter Officers are occurring
- November 7- There will be a burger burn for King of Clubs
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Historian: (Dave Riley)
- No report given
Old Business:
- None
New Business and Correspondence:
- A flyer for Operation Homefront is posted in the lounge. This is for active duty and veteran for Veteran’s Day, for meals. Pre-registration is required
Good of The Legion:
- CDR Marsland- Need a lot more member participation to keep the doors open for our veterans. How can we do this?
- The “Goal Meter” in the lounge is for the purchase of heaters for the back deck
- There will be a price increase of $.25 - $.50 across the board by November 1st
- Dave Booth- With the Government shutdown, look out for those workers who are affected. A little
kindness goes a long way
Adjournment:
Motion to adjourn made by Sean Gray, seconded by Adjutant Nelson. Therefore, being no further business to come before the membership, the meeting was adjourned @ 1825.
ON FILE ON FILE
Willie Nelson Dave Marsland
Adjutant Commander
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