Date: September 12, 2023 Time: 6:01PM
Meeting was called to order by: ALR Washington Chapter 149 Director Dave Garrett at The American Legion in Bremerton, Washington.
Officers Present
Director: Dave Garrett Assistant Director: Rick Baker
Secretary: L. “Willie” Nelson Treasurer: Paul Nelson
Chaplain: Dick Topness Sergeant at Arms: Mitch Halloran
Events Coord: Sheryl Baker- ABSENT Quartermaster: Pete Gould- ABSENT
Historian/Web: Paul Nelson Membership Coord: Pete Gould- ABSENT
Road Captain: Paul Nelson Asst Road Captain: Willie Nelson
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Total Membership present with Officers: 9
New Members: 0
Guests: 0
Invocation: Invocation given by Chaplain Topness
Reports
Minutes: Motion to accept the reading of the minutes from the previous month
made by Paul Nelson, seconded by Dave Marsland, Motion carried.
Treasurers Report: Checking/Operations Account: $0000.06
($2000 paid for to post for HVAC in Office, $100 for CVMA DVA
Ride, +$341 in Dues and others, 911 50/50 $291)
Down Riders Account: $000.31
Cash Box : $500
Motion to Accept the Treasurers report by Dave Marsland, seconded by Mitch Halloran Motion Carries.
Membership Report: _ members, _ _ Paid to date Not Given
Statements from Guests/New Members
N/A
School House
Paul Hill- No Show. Stand in- Paul Nelson- Winter weather is approaching. In
that, watch for wet oily roads, wet leaves slick shaded spots, increase
following distances and go easier in turns
October- Mitch Halloran
Old Business
A: Dave Garrett- Yellow Reflective ALR Arm Bands are on back order.
B: Sheryl Baker- Looking at the purchase of chapter challenge coins. Emblem
sales have been contacted and to have a specific back image, they will need
the artwork. Looking at using the image from the “149 first chapter” patch.
Tabled until September. Sheryl talked with Bellingham and they have a
supplier that has permission form National that makes their coins. More to
follow.
New Business
A: 2024 911 Run is typically held the weekend following Labor Day, this is also
the first Saturday of the month and as such Steak Night. This is E-Boards
month and since most of the members are riders, will ask S.A.L.’s to swap
months. Plan is for 149 to plan and lead as a poker run and retain proceeds
from that, and Post 7 to make arrangements for post run events and retain
monies from that. Looking at a possible West to East route also for 2024
Runs & Events
A: Sep 24- 2023 Oyster Run in Anacortes, WA.
B: FYI- Neptune’s Bastards hold a run for Gold Star Families. More to follow for
2024
C: FYI- ABATE Spring Opener for 2024 something to look at a possible attendance
Good of the Order
A: Would like to see more riders in attendance for the General Membership
meeting.
B: AD Baker- Need to schedule the 2024 Dust Your Putt Run for the VMCOC meeting.
Primary Date is 4/27/24 secondary date is 4/20/24
C: Received and read a thank you card from the Hombres MC for our participation
in the “Pound the Sound Run”
D: Director Garrett wanted to thank all who participated in the 911 Ride this
year. Numerous comments about the route were expressed as to the liking of
the route. And a BZ to Dale Rauch form Bellingham in his planning.
E: Talk that the Winthrop Post is attempting to reopen and a possible ALR State
Campout to take place.
F: 2024 ALR State Rally will be held in Amboy Dates TBD, 2025 Snohomish is vying
for, 2026 Wenatchee is vying for
G: AD Baker- Thank you to Dick Topness for selling some of the windshields the
chapter has, and a thank you to Dick and Carol Topness for assistance in
helping with the 911 meal service and clean up, and Sean Grey for selling the
50/50 tickets for the 911 run.
H: Riders have the October Steak Night- Need people to assist.
I: The Chapter Christmas Pary will be held December 9th at the post. White
Elephant gift exchange not to exceed $25. More to follow. With that, it will
be chapter elections, the officers are starting to get tired, think about
nominations for the 2024 Chapter year.
Conclusion
A: Benediction given by Chaplain Topness
B: There being no further business, Motion to adjourn made by Dave Marsland was
seconded by Dick Topness, carried, meeting adjourned at 1847
Respectfully submitted: L. “Willie” Nelson_,
L. “Willie” Nelson, Secretary
Date: August 08, 2023 Time: 6:00PM
Meeting was called to order by: ALR Washington Chapter 149 Director Dave Garrett at The American Legion in Bremerton, Washington.
Officers Present
Director: Dave Garrett Assistant Director: Rick Baker
Secretary: L. “Willie” Nelson Treasurer: Paul Nelson
Chaplain: Dick Topness Sergeant at Arms: Mitch Halloran
Events Coord: Sheryl Baker Quartermaster: Pete Gould
Historian/Web: Paul Nelson Membership Coord: Pete Gould
Road Captain: Paul Nelson Asst Road Captain: Willie Nelson
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Total Membership present with Officers: 7
New Members: 2 Gina Gray, Returning member Dwayne Yocum
Guests: 0
Invocation: Invocation given by Chaplain Topness
Reports
Minutes: Motion to waive reading of the minutes from the previous month made
by Pete Gould, seconded by Dave Marsland, Motion carried.
Treasurers Report: Checking/Operations Account: $0000.06
($1000 earmarked for donation to post for HVAC in Office
$100 for CVMA DVA Ride)
Down Riders Account: $000.27
Cash Box : $500
Motion to Accept the Treasurers report by Dave Marsland, seconded by Mitch Halloran Motion Carries.
Membership Report: _27_ members, _25_ Paid to date
Statements from Guests/New Members
N/A
School House
Paul Hill- No Show
August- Paul Hill
Old Business
A: Dave Garrett- Persons designated as Road Guards will wear the Yellow
Reflective ALR Arm Bands. Bands are on back order.
B: Sheryl Baker- Looking at the purchase of chapter challenge coins. Emblem
sales have been contacted and to have a specific back image, they will need
the artwork. Looking at using the image from the “149 first chapter” patch.
Tabled until September
C:
New Business
A: NONE
Runs & Events
A: 2023 911 Run will go from Bellingham to Bremerton. Dale Rauch is the RC and
is planning the route and stops.
B: Western ALR ROMP will be in Tombstone, AZ Sep 14-17
C: Aug 12 Hombres Ride Starts t Silverdale HD ends at the Post
D: Aug 12- CVMA Run- Starts at the Garage. Ends at Mclouds. Reg at 8:30, KSU 10
E: Aug26- CVI Chapter 11- Bikes and Hot Rod Run. Starts at Camp Union ending at
Hi-Tide. Reg 9:30 KSU 10:30 Dinner included
Good of the Order
A: Would like to see more riders in attendance for the General Membership
meeting. Please come and support, it’s good to see more riders attending the
general Membership meeting
B: For 911 Run. Meet at the post at 11AM, leaving at 11:30 to catch the ferry on
Friday Sep 9.
Second group meet at the post at 5 PM and leaving at 5:30PM
Conclusion
A: Benediction given by Chaplain Topness
B: There being no further business, Motion to adjourn made by Dave Marsland was
seconded by Sean Gray, carried, meeting adjourned at 1822
Respectfully submitted: L. “Willie” Nelson_,
L. “Willie” Nelson, Secretary
Date: July 11, 2023 Time: 6:00PM
Meeting was called to order by: ALR Washington Chapter 149 Director Dave Garrett at The American Legion in Bremerton, Washington.
Officers Present
Director: Dave Garrett Assistant Director: Rick Baker
Secretary: L. “Willie” Nelson Treasurer: Paul Nelson
Chaplain: Dick Topness Sergeant at Arms: Mitch Halloran
Events Coord: Sheryl Baker Quartermaster: Pete Gould
Historian/Web: Paul Nelson Membership Coord: Pete Gould
Road Captain: Paul Nelson Asst Road Captain: Willie Nelson
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Total Membership present with Officers: 8
New Members: 0
Guests: 0
Invocation: No Invocation given
Reports
Minutes: Motion to accept the minutes from the previous month made
by Dave Marsland, seconded by Paul Nelson, Motion carried.
Treasurers Report: Checking/Operations Account: $000.00
($1000 earmarked for donation to post for HVAC in Office
$100 for CVMA DVA Ride)
Down Riders Account: $000.00
Cash Box : $500
Motion to Accept the Treasurers report by Sheryl Baker, seconded by Dave
Marsland Motion Carries.
Membership Report: No report given
Statements from Guests/New Members
N/A
School House
Paul Nelson- Summer Riding- Important factors are to stay hydrated (Water,
Gatorade, power water, etc.), not alcohol. Ride smart as continue to wear
proper gear long pants long sleeves over the ankle boots and of course your
helmet. Keep your bike maintained as well. Sheryl Baker noted that a new
helmet out is a gel lined helmet. One displayed over the weekend was by
Kirsh. The Gel insert can be removed, put in a cooler or fridge for cooling.
August- Paul Hill
Old Business
A: Dave Garrett- Persons designated as Road Guards will wear the Yellow
Reflective ALR Arm Bands. Bands are on back order.
B: Sheryl Baker- Looking at the purchase of chapter challenge coins. Emblem
sales have been contacted and to have a specific back image, they will need
the artwork. Looking at using the image from the “149 first chapter” patch.
C: Ride this Saturday 7/15 for the chapter. Meet at the post at NOON for a
Mystery Ride. AD Baker is kicking around a couple of Ideas. Following the
ride, there will be a Burger Burn at the post.
New Business
A: AD Baker- Since there already is $1k earmarked from our funds for the HVAC in
the office, and with the large amount in the fund and having no expenses, per
se, motion to mark another $1k towards the HVAC, seconded by Sheryl Baker.
Following discussion, monies from the burger burn and tips would also go
towards this amount. Hand vote, 6 aye, 0 Nay, 1 Abstain.
B. AD Baker- Doc Luvs Kids Back pack fund raiser. Last year was $250, motion by
AD Baker to donate $250 to Doc Luvs Kids for back packs, seconded by Sean
Grey, Hand vote 7 Aye, 0 Nay
Runs & Events
A: 2023 Sturgis Rally is August 6-13,.
B: 2023 911 Run will go from Bellingham to Bremerton. Dale Rauch is the RC and
is planning the route and stops. Shirts are available with the same design as
last year but in blue. Need to let Kim Hammond in Bellingham know BEFORE JULY
14.
C: Western ALR ROMP will be in Tombstone, AZ Sep 14-17
D: Jul 15- Veterans Alliance is holding their run starting at the Brass Lantern
in Tacoma, Reg is $10 starting at 9AM
E: July 29- CVA is holding their DVA run. Starts at the High Tide in Port
Orchard. Reg 9:30 KSU 11am. Meet up at the post at 9:15AM
F: July 30- 1-3 PM, Pints for Vets, Lat Yoked Farmhouse & Brewery. 525 Pine RD.
Monies donated through sales will go to help local veterans
G: August 5- 5th Annual Cheesecake Run in memory of Robert Boyles, Meet sat Post
7 in Bellingham at 8AM
Good of the Order
A: On Fridays the post does King of Clubs. Meals are being cooked and sold
during this time. If you would like to do the cooking, contact Chrissy the
Lounge Manager.
B: Would like to see more riders in attendance for the General Membership
meeting. Please come and support, it’s good to see more riders attending the
general Membership meeting
C: AD Baker receives an Email from CVI POC “Trouble” that a CVI affiliated
retired SCPO was killed in a motorcycle accident. They are asking for a
donation for the family. Motion by AD Baker to donate $100 from the DRFC was
seconded by Steve Agee, Hand vote, 6 Aye, 1 Nay
D: CDR Marsland- on Sept 12, the Hombres are holding their Veterans Alliance
Ride Starting at Destination Harley. Bike4s out at noon and end at the post.
Conclusion
A: No Benediction given
B: There being no further business, Motion to adjourn made by Sean Grey was
seconded by Dave Marsland, carried, meeting adjourned at 1850
Respectfully submitted: L. “Willie” Nelson_,
L. “Willie” Nelson, Secretary