Veterans For Peace, Clarence Kailin Chapter 25, Madison, WI www.MadisonVFP.org
	             February 16, 2022, General Membership Meeting Minutes
	 
	Chair Larry Orr opened the meeting at 6:00 PM, dialed in Joan Kemble on speaker phone, and asked for any adjustments to the agenda. Two items were added for the end of new business by Tom and Paul. Daryl Sherman read the VFP Statement of Purpose.  Other members included Tom Glassel, Paul McMahon, Brad Geyer, John Fournelle, and Steve Books. The VFP “Hat” was passed, and the January VFP minutes were reviewed and approved.

Treasurers Report – Paul advised Chapter 25 on the financial status pointing out highlights of his January Report which included adding $1,000.00 in donations from the funding appeal to the checking account. Both accounts, checking and savings, are in good shape for projects this year.

C committee Reports
Counter Recruiting/Scholarship – Paul reported from David Giffey that David has been in contact with schools that have been participating in the scholarship program in past years. As far as Scholarships, Paul is in the process of informing 4 to 5 High Schools with information for the VFP Scholarship. The AVID program at La Follette H.S. could be a good place too.  Paul also had a conversation with Alan Branch with the Boy’s and Girl’s Club. Thermal Fisher Co. has been purchase for a new skilled trades training center building for the Boy’s and Girl’s Club by the McKenzie Company.

Memorial Day – John had some questions of the Memorial Day event at the Gates of Heaven, and a discussion ensued on how and if the Chapter can do it this year. A point person is still needed to organize the event.  The Program could be shortened from what has been offered.  A main speaker is still needed. Bigger discussion for the March Saturday meeting. (Update on 2/22/2022 via e-mail that VFP Exec. Director Garrett Reppenhagen has agreed to speak for the Program – per -  John Fournelle.  *Motion made on-line, 2nd,  TBD) General agreement that Honoring Clarence Kailin was important.
Memorial Mile – the event could still happen, but still somewhat up in the air with Covid-19 aspects.
Planning – No report.
VFP Chapter Website – Brad reported continued updates, and a Subscription Button has been added to offer readers e-mail notices. Also mentioned the Nuclear Posture Review was up for review again.
Outreach – Brad  presented a Madison VFP Decal prototype that was well received.

New Business
2022 Chapter 25 Budget – Paul reported the numbers for the 2022 budget.  Some amendments added for expenditure with activities that may take place due to pandemic holds. Expenses of registration fees could rise to past years levels, and Honorariums could increase.  A motion was made and 2nded to accept the Chapter 25 Budget as amended.  The motion passed unanimously.
Freeze For Food run/walk event – there are 3 free registrations for Chapter 25 for members interested.
Future Meeting Location/Time – the March meeting will be on Saturday, March 12, at 10 AM south study rm
March Meeting Chair – Larry, will do it again!
*Any other business – Mike Boehm’s effort – Paul introduced the annual VFP support for the Quaker’s My Lai Project that aids in building schools in Vietnam.  A Motion was made and 2nded to donate $ 200.00 to the cause.  The motion passed unanimously.
*Badger Flight support – Tom introduced Badger Honor Flight support.  A motion was made and 2nded to support Badger Honor Flights with a $ 200.00 donation. The motion passed unanimously.  
*Envelope inclusion effort – A motion was made and 2nded to include various items in with VFP funding appeals to increase Chapter 25’s effort.  The motion passed unanimously.*VFP Chapter 25 Business Cards – Tom made a motion, 2nded, to have VFP Business Cards for Chapter 25 for general Chapter maintenance and promotion. The motion passed unanimously.							
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Announcements

A list of announcements was read with the next Chapter meetings, events, and things to keep an eye on as WNPJ.org has activities, and SafeSkiesCleanWater.org does too.
Brad discussed another possible anti-war with Russia Event to take place somewhere on UW Campus and with UW Madison anti-war people.  Madison Rafa Sister City will be having an event soon too.
Discussion on the F-35 that crashed on a Navel Vessel in the South China Sea that injured seven sailors.

Capitol Hues Paper, February 7, 2022, Article on Black Renaissance – Tom reported an article and event in the Capitol Hues about a film by Dr. Charles Taylor on the Black Renaissance in Madison.  A free showing and world premier of the film “Leaders of Madison’s Black Renaissance” is at the Capitol Theater of the Overture Center on Saturday, February 26, at 7:00 PM with seating at 6:30 PM.  Tickets may be reserved at Http://overture.org/events

Wellness Committee in conjunction with the Ad/Hoc Committee – Larry approved an idea that the Wellness Committee could meet up with the VFP Ad/Hoc Committee on Wednesday, March 2, at 5:00, at the Dairyland Restaurant on Cottage Grove Rd. (by Hyw. 51).

*  Motions

Adjournment

The meeting ended at 8:15 PM

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