Veterans For Peace, Clarence Kailin Chapter 25, Madison, WI 
			   www.MadisonVFP.org
	     Saturday, May 14, 2022 General Membership Meeting Minutes
	 
	Chair Larry Orr opened the meeting at 2:00 pm., and went forward with introductions with guest Bob, then asked for any adjustments to the agenda. There were a couple of additions * to the Treasurer’s Report in adding a fundraiser, and an item in New Business for future meetings.  Phil Fransen read the VFP Statement of Purpose, and the April minutes were approved. Other members included Tom Glassel, Paul McMahon, Brad Geyer, John Fournelle, , and Steve Books. The VFP “Hat” was passed.

Treasure’s Report – Paul outlined his green report pointing out a gift from the 1st Unitarian Society of $ 309.00, and expressed grateful thanks for the Society’s continued commitment to our VFP cause.  He also reported expenses and reported the Peace Scholarship deductions of $ 3,750.00 that David Giffey has issued.  There have been 80 donations from the Dec. fund drive, and June 14th will be the next Fundraiser effort. *The Mailing Party will be at Sequoya Library on June 14th from 10:00 am. to 12:00 pm. in room(s) 104-105, southwest corner.

Committee Reports
Counter Recruiting/Scholarship – Paul  reported that David did mail out the scholarship checks.  Larry reported that he will make a statement regarding the VFP Scholarships at the Peace Rally.  The counter recruiting/scholarship item will be up for discussion on the next VFP Agenda.
Memorial Day – John reported that Old Cool will not have the female singer for Mem. Day. Daryl Sherman will read names of recent VFP deceased. As far as carnations, John will take care of purchase and pick up and will be at GOH early to open up.  Members to with to help set-up should be there at Gates of Heaven at 1:00 PM. Rev. David Couper, and Will Williams will also speak on the program. Discussion on press release and flyer material.  Brad will be the contact. Garett Reppenhagen has agreed for a sit-down with Chapter 25 at the Glass Nickel on Sunday, May 29, at 2:00 PM
Memorial Mile – Phil reported that all of the monuments are ready.  Some have been on loan at the Labor Temple on Park St. For a Workers Safety display.  We will be setting up all of the monuments if it’s possible. On the possible watering question, it was declined, and the poker tools will be used if needed. A tent is still needed unless Daryl Sherman will bring his tent.  Chairs too, by someone.  Usual tabling items will be used. Members are encouraged to use the VFP Statement of Purpose as a format if interviewed at the site by various media. Discussion on set-up show up time and members could come by 7:00 AM to set out the boxes. Mowing will not done by VFP.  Rest room availability will be checked, and a possible Tabling Sign up sheet will be at the table.
Planning Committee – no report for now.
Website – Brad reported continual updating and adding links for information.  On-going with new developments.
Wellness Committee – Larry reported Wellness Comm. and the Ad/Hoc committee meetings working out well at the Dairyland restaurant recently.  Will meet there again on Wed. June 1st at 5:00 PM.  Check-up on Fran O.K.
Tabling – Books and Brad reporting the Farmer’s Market is up and running on Saturday’s at the Cap. Square.

New Business
New Mem. Mile Table – Jeff has indicated that he has one to bring.
WORT Access Hour – John and Larry will be working on the program for Monday, May 30, at 7:00 – 8:00 PM.
The program will be live with some being recorded. Membership is encouraged to think of questions to ask.
Teach-in on Ukraine – John reported Virtual Teach-in will be set up for June 6, 7, 8, or 9, the 2nd week of June.
An endorsement was requested. A Motion was made and 2nded to endorse a Teach-in on Ukraine and regarding the U.S. War Machine.  The Motion passed unanimously.
Select June Chair – Still up for grabs(?)
*Any other New Business – Next Meetings – Paul highlighted that Sequoya Library has been reserved for ROOM A for the 3rd Wednesday’s for the next two meetings on June 15, and July 20 for the 6:00 PM meetings.
Paul indicated that he will be absent from the June Membership Meeting.      - over -

Cont….
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In discussion that came up, the Javelin Missiles that the U.S. has been supplying to Ukraine cost $ 240,000.00 each, and are a big business to defense contractors.

Announcements -   Larry read a list of announcements of the next meetings and on-goings with other organizations.  Brad reported the Judy Minor will be leaving WNPJ for Oregon soon, and also that Dane County has sued various organizations that have polluted the Dane County Airport area with PFAS forever chemicals.

Adjournment
The meeting ended at 4:12 PM
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