Veterans For Peace, Clarence Kailin Chapter 25, Madison, WI www.MadisonVFP.org
	          Sat. April 9, 2022 General Membership Meeting Minutes
	 
	Chair Larry Orr opened the meeting at 10:05, and asked for any adjustments to the agenda.  Phil Fransen read the VFP Statement of Purpose.  Other members included Tom Glassel, Paul McMahon, Brad Geyer, John Fournelle, Joan Kemble, John Fournelle, Daryl Sherman and Steve Books. The VFP “Hat” was passed, and the March 			     12th VFP minutes were reviewed, and approved.

Treasurers Report – Paul reviewed expenses and revenues from his detailed green financial sheet.  Mailing and printing costs were reported with180 mailings from the lists that went out for Memorial Mile volunteers.  Paul also reported for David Giffey that 2 VFP Peace Scholarships were honored and awarded.  Two @ $ 500.00. 

Committee Reports
Counter Recruiting/Scholarship - So far,  Paul reported that David reported 9 essays from 3 High Schools – Baraboo, Boscobel, and Dodgeville. Paul is looking for a possible Madison Scholarship with Fresh Start.
Memorial Day – John reported not many changes from last month.  John may look into contacting David for working to contact Rev. David Couper. Paul is formulating a updated list of local Chapter 25 members who have passed. John is looking for a person to read at the program.  Program printing, John and Paul working on it. Old Cool said “yes.”  A question regarding a outside loudspeaker hook up negated. The Band Old Cool has agreed to participate, and Garett Reppenhagen from National VFP has committed visit Madison and to speak.  Larry signaled that he would host Master of Ceremonies duties if needed to. Norm Stockwell will present information about Clarence Kailin and the Abraham Lincoln Brigade. Paul will have the program printed when finalized.
Memorial Mile – John reported good feedback with the postcard response system with 32 positive responses, 39 people will volunteer, and maybe 1 to 2 Boy Scout Troops will show up. The questions of mowing, and possibly having to water the grounds for the ease of monument placement. Discussion on the large signs for replacement, updating, message to project.
Planning Committee – no report.
VFP and National Websites – Brad reported he will write the letter into the National for the VFP Newsletter.  Photo’s for the Newsletter could be sent in.
Wellness Committee – Larry reported still promoting social get-together as needed.  A Peace Flag would be nice for outings and demonstrations. Paul mentioned that he has one.
Tabling/Outreach – Steve mentions the Farmer’s Market tabling is to start April 16. Brad mentions a Peace walk.

New Business
Updating costs for VFP Scholarships – Paul reports on David Giffey’s request to increase the amount for more scholarships at $ 500.00. Currently, 6 X 500, + 1 X 1000 = $ 4000.  David’s request is to bring it to 10 X 500, + 1 X 1,000 = $ 6,000.  A motion was made and 2nded to bring the amount up to $ 6,000, then amended to $ 7,000 to be allocated the same way with more scholarships awarded.  The motion passed unanimously.
WORT Access Hour – Larry and John will organize the segment on WORT radio, 89.9, for Memorial Day, for the show to air Monday, May 30, at 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM possibly live, and, or, recorded earlier. Or, both.
Updating Mem. Mile Signs – John reported an updating of the Larger Memorial Mile signs is needed. Discussion of type of sign statements.  John will make the replacement signs. Paul also mentioned that he will be ordering envelopes for the June VFP Fundraiser.
Select May Chair – Larry Orr
Any other New Business – Brad reported Madison Area Peace Coalition is to restart anti-war efforts and events.

Announcements – The May VFP Ad/Hoc will take place at 5:00 at Dairyland Restaurant on Cottage Grove Rd.(Near Highway 51) on Wednesday, May 4.  The Next General Membership Meeting will be on Saturday, May 14, at 2:00 PM at Sequoya Library,(Midvale at Tokay Blvd.) in the room A conference room. To the left, east.

Minutes by Books