Date: July 14, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM
Meeting was called to order by: ALR Washington Chapter 149 Director Mitch Halloran at The American Legion in Bremerton, Washington.
Officers Present
Director: Mitch Halloran- P Assistant Director: Dave Garrett- P
Secretary: L. “Willie” Nelson- P Treasurer: Paul Nelson - P
Chaplain: Dick Topness- P Sergeant at Arms: Sean Gray- P
Events Coord: Sean Gray- P Quartermaster: Pete Gould - P
Historian/Web: Paul Nelson- P Membership Coord: Pete Gould - P
Road Captain: Paul Nelson- P Asst Road Captain: Willie Nelson - P
Total Membership present with Officers: 10
New Members: 0
Guests: 0
Invocation: Invocation given by Chaplin Topness.
Reports
Minutes:
Motion to accept the reading of the minutes from the previous month made by Sean Gray, seconded by Paul Nelson. Motion carries.
Treasurers Report:
Checking/Operations Account: $ .12
Down Riders Account: $ .69
Cash Box: $500
Motion to Accept the Treasurers report made by Sean Gray, Seconded by Dave Marsland. Motion carries.
Membership Report:
26 Members, 21 paid to date for 2026.
Unpaid arrears members have been contacted
Motion to Accept the Membership Report, made by Dave Marsland, Seconded by Dave Garrett, motion Carries
Statements from Guests/New Members
N/A
School House
Dave Garrett- Riding in hot weather, to protect your bike, for air cooled- shut off the engine if stopped in traffic for prolonged time. If slowly moving, allow for a larger space behind traffic to allow to move forward to get some air flow. Look at the possibility of installing an oil cooler. When overheated, the oil can lose it lubricity and break down, so at change the oil out. For the rider- stay hydrated, wear sweat wicking clothing, take frequent cooling stops
August- Mitch Halloran
Old Business
A: Per discussion from previous month, for a new member joining the ALR, Chapter will cover first year’s dues. This will be added in the next
bylaws revision.
New Business
A: NONE
Runs & Events
A: 9/11 Remembrance Run Planning Update & Call for Volunteers
The planning committee is meeting every other week organizing the commemorative 9/11 Remembrance Run from Vancouver to Bellingham to honor the 25th anniversary of September 11th and the U.S. Semiquincentennial. Current coordination focus includes finalizing route stops, lodging arrangements, safety support vehicles, and custom event merchandise.
To ensure a smooth and safe event, the committee needs volunteers for the following roles:
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Support Drivers: One or two volunteers to drive support/chase vehicles equipped with tow trailers for mechanical breakdowns.
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Morning Registration Crew: Volunteers to assist with collecting registration fees and processing liability waivers on the morning of the run.
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Post 14 in Vancouver will have a dinner on Friday and a Breakfast on Saturday
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Quality Inn is blocking rooms
B: AUG 1- Cheesecake Ride in Bellingham, 8AM, KSU 9AM
C: AUG 1- Hombres MC, Around the Sound run starts at Turner Joy 11AM, ends at
Legion Post 149
CHECK THE RIDERS FACEBOOK PAGE FOR FURTHER RUNS AND EVENTS UPDATES
Good of the Order
A: Need attendance for the General Meeting
B: The ROMP for 2026 will be in Florence, AZ OCT 8-11. Information on riders’
Facebook page
C: Director Halloran wanted to thank Rick Baker for leading the ride out for the
Chapter in May 31. A good route was laid out. Sean Gray is making a ride to
Port Angeles over the weekend June 12, anyone interested in going, contact
Sean.
D: Director Halloran is asking if people are open to having a group chat for
everyone for information or ride planning. Mitch Phone #360-801-3937
E: AUG 2- Bellingham Rider Harry Grimes passed and Celebration of Life will at
post 7 starting at noon
F: The Post Picnic will be held at the Bremerton Elks on Sept 5. The post cannot
cover the cost of the picnic; tickets are being sold in the lounge for $10
each 13 y/o and up. Cut-off date for sign-up is Sept 1.
G: Committee for reviewing and amending the chapter bylaws is needed, so far it
is; Director Halloran, Asst Director Garrett and Secretary Nelson. If anyone
else in interested in participating, contact secretary Nelson.
Conclusion
A: Benediction given by Chaplain Topness.
B: There being no further business, Motion to adjourn made by Paul Nelson was seconded by Dave Garrett, carried, meeting adjourned at 1840.
Respectfully submitted: L. “Willie” Nelson_,
L. “Willie” Nelson, Secretary
Date: June 09, 2026 Time: 1800
Meeting was called to order by: ALR Washington Chapter 149 Director Mitch Halloran at The American Legion in Bremerton, Washington.
Officers Present
Director: Mitch Halloran- P Assistant Director: Dave Garrett- P
Secretary: L. “Willie” Nelson- P Treasurer: Paul Nelson - P
Chaplain: Dick Topness- P Sergeant at Arms: Sean Gray- P
Events Coord: Sean Gray- P Quartermaster: Pete Gould - P
Historian/Web: Paul Nelson- P Membership Coord: Pete Gould - P
Road Captain: Paul Nelson- P Asst Road Captain: Willie Nelson - P
Total Membership present with Officers: 11
New Members: 0
Guests: 0
Invocation: Invocation given by Chaplin Topness.
Reports
Minutes: Motion to waive the reading of the minutes from the previous month
made by Rick Baker, seconded by Sean Gray. Motion carries.
Treasurers Report:
Checking/Operations Account: $ .12
Down Riders Account: $ .68
Cash Box: $500
Donations from Steak Night $195, Sales of Carrot Cake $108, total of $308. Motion by Paul Nelson to donate the $308 to the post for use was seconded by Dick Topness, 8 Aye, 0 Nay 2- Abstain
Motion to Accept the Treasurers report made by Sean Gray, Seconded by Pete Gould. Motion carries.
Membership Report: 26 Members,21 paid to date for 2026.
Discussion on the actions needed for inactive members. Motion to Accept the membership
Secretary will contact the members in arrears.
Motion to Accept the Membership Report, made by Dave Garrett, Seconded by Sheryl Baker.
Motion Carries
Statements from Guests/New Members
N/A
School House
Pete Gould- With the beginning of riding season, your ride a once over using the T-CLOCS method. Tires and Wheels- (pressure, wear, etc), Controls (levers/pedals, cables, throttle) Lights- and electronics (battery, headlamps, tail/brake lights, signals and horn), Oil- (engine oil, brake/clutch fluid, coolant, look for leaks), Chassis and Chain- (frame, steering/suspension, chain/belt, fasteners), Stand- (side/center stand, retention springs). With construction season also starting, watch out for road hazards, i.e.: Tar Snakes, road debris, lane changes, undercut road surfaces, pea gravel etc. Keep a lighted road warning device on your bike in case of emergencies. Secretary nelson noted that with the beginning of the season, get out and practice your skills in a parking lot.
July- Mitch Halloran
Old Business
A: State Rally is Father’s Day Weekend, at Squilchuck State Park in Wenatchee.
Rooms are available at the Convention center
B: Following discussion from previous month, for a new member joining the
Legion, ask if they also ride a bike. The chapter will cover the dues for the
joining year to see of they are fully interested in joining the riders.
Suggestion by Paul Nelson to use a year as an indicator to see if this
generates more membership Motion by Sheryl Baker to instill this was seconded
by Paul Nelson, Discussion was that this change should be placed in the
By laws. Motion carries
New Business
A: NONE
Runs & Events
A: Committee set up for the 911 Run. Bremerton members will be Paul Nelson,
Mitch Halloran and Dave Garrett from Bremerton and George Schufelt and Lisa
Boyles from Bellingham. For the 250th National anniversary, will be
as it was in the beginning. Run will go from Vancouver, WA to Bellingham.
B: Numerous riders are posted on the Riders Facebook page
CHECK THE RIDERS FACEBOOK PAGE FOR FURTHER RUNS AND EVENTS UPDATES
Good of the Order
A: Need attendance for the General Meeting
B: The ROMP for 2026 will be in Florence, AZ OCT 8-11. Information on riders’
Facebook page
C: Director Halloran wanted to thank Rick Baker for leading the ride out for the
Chapter in May 31. A good route was laid out. Sean Gray is making a ride to
Port Angeles over the weekend June 12, anyone interested in going, contact
Sean.
D: Director Halloran is asking if people are open to having a group chat for
everyone for information or ride planning. Mitch Phone #360-801-3937
E: Thank you to all who participated in the June Steak Night.
F: The Post Picnic will be held at the Bremerton Elks on Sept 5. The post cannot
cover the cost of the picnic; tickets are being sold in the lounge for $10
each 13 y/o and up.
G: Committee for reviewing and amending the chapter bylaws is needed, so far it
is; Director Halloran, Asst Director Garrett and Secretary Nelson. If anyone
else in interested in participating, contact secretary Nelson.
Conclusion
A: Benediction given by Chaplain Topness.
B: There being no further business, Motion to adjourn made by Paul Nelson was
seconded by Sean Gray, carried, meeting adjourned at 1855.
Respectfully submitted: L. “Willie” Nelson_,
L. “Willie” Nelson, Secretary
Date: May 12, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM
Meeting was called to order by: ALR Washington Chapter 149 Director Mitch Halloran at The American Legion in Bremerton, Washington.
Officers Present
Director: Mitch Halloran- P Assistant Director: Dave Garrett- P
Secretary: L. “Willie” Nelson- P Treasurer: Paul Nelson - P
Chaplain: Dick Topness- E Sergeant at Arms: Sean Gray- P
Events Coord: Sean Gray- P Quartermaster: Pete Gould - P
Historian/Web: Paul Nelson- P Membership Coord: Pete Gould - P
Road Captain: Paul Nelson- P Asst Road Captain: Willie Nelson - P
Total Membership present with Officers: 10
New Members: 0
Guests: 0
Invocation: Invocation given by Rick Baker.
Reports
Minutes: Motion to accept the reading of the minutes from the previous month
made by Paul Nelson, seconded by Pete Gould. Motion carries.
Treasurers Report:
Checking/Operations Account: $ .12
Down Riders Account: $ .66
Cash Box: $500
Motion to Accept the Treasurers report made by Sean Gray, Seconded by
Rich Kruzner. Motion carries.
Membership Report: 26 Members,21 paid to date for 2026.
Motion to Accept the Membership Report, made by Paul Nelson, Seconded by u.
Discussion on the actions needed for inactive members. Motion Carries
Statements from Guests/New Members
N/A
School House
Sheryl Baker- How to increase membership and rider participation. All members are responsible for the growth of the chapter. Members need to come up with ideas to get more involved whether through free membership dues, reduction of dues etc. Also need to get out more in the community with to be seen and exposure.
June- Pete Gould
Old Business
A: Nominations for 2026 Chapter Officers:
Asst Director Dave Garrett voted in
Events Coord: Sean Gray
B: Unforgotten Runn to Tahoma currently have 4 sets of remains for Saturday, May
23 Memorial Day weekend. Bikes to be in-line at the courthouse NLT 9:30. Meet
up at the post at 8:30 to go to Port Orchard. Rick Baker- in the past the ALR
raffled movie and dinner coupons for donations to the event to help offset
the cost of the escorts and fuel costs. Motion by Rick Baker that the ALR
provide a donation not to exceed $400 to go to the unforgotten group for
costs. With the cost rising, motion by Dave Marsland that the chapter donate
not to exceed $700 total for expenses, was seconded by Sheryl Baker, 8 Aye, 0
Nay, 1 Abstain. Motion carried.
New Business
A: June 6- Riders have steak night. Will need help, we are expecting to have a big turnout. Dave Marsland will work with the Lounge Manager for the shopping.
Runs & Events
A: May 16- Sequim will have Blue Star Member museum dedication ride-2PM
B: May 16- Armed Forces Day Parade. To be in the parade, be at the post at
9:15AM on Saturday/ Decorate the trailer on Friday at 8:30 at
Discount Tire on Park Avenue
C: June 19-23, ALR State Rally in Wenatchee. Some camping is available and there
are rooms blocked at the motel near the Legion. More information on Face book
page
CHECK THE RIDERS FACEBOOK PAGE FOR FURTHER RUNS AND EVENTS UPDATES
Good of the Order
A: Need attendance for the General Meeting
B: The ROMP for 2026 will be in Florence, AZ OCT 8-11. Information on riders’
Facebook page
C: Committee set up for the 911 Run. Bremerton members will be Paul Nelson,
Mitch Halloran and Dave Garrett from Bremerton and George Schufelt and Lisa
Boyles from Bellingham. For the 250th National anniversary, will be
as it was in the beginning. Run will go from Vancouver, WA to Bellingham.
D: Seeing that the spaces of Asst Dir and Events Coordinator are un-filled by
election/appointment, the chapter bylaws do not address vacancy in office.
Using the Article and Section form the Post bylaws, they need to be
incorporated in. Need a committee formed to go over the bylaws for revision.
This is tabled until October when bylaws review is due.
E: CDR Marsland is calling a meeting to plan out events for the remainder of the
year on May 21 at 1630.
F: Sunday May 31, The Chapter is planning a ride for this month. Meet at the
Legion at 11:15 AM And KSU 11:45 AM
Conclusion
A: Benediction given by Rick Baker.
B: There being no further business, Motion to adjourn made by Paul Nelson was seconded by Sheryl Baker, carried, meeting adjourned at 1922.
Respectfully submitted: L. “Willie” Nelson_,
L. “Willie” Nelson, Secretary