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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-03-2017 VAB MinutesSOF SEBA-sTwN HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND VETERANS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES MONDAY, APRIL 3, 2017, 3:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1225 MAIN ST, SEBASTIAN, FL Chairman Newland called the Veterans Advisory Committee meeting to order at 3:00pm. 2. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 3. ROLL CALL Present: Wayne Newland, Commander of American Legion — Chairman Jerry Peeler, Member of American Legion Barney Giordan, Member of American Legion and VFW Linda Pugh, President of American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Absent: Jack Willis, Commander, VFW Also Present: Joe Griffin, City Manager Cathy Testa, Recording Secretary Larry Schramm, Senior Vice Commander —VFW 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Approval of December 5, 2016 and February 6, 2017 Minutes MOTION BY Mr. Peeler and a SECOND BY Mr. Giordan to approve the December 5, 2016 and the February 6, 2017 Minutes passed with a unanimous voice vote. 5. OLD BUSINESS A. Location of Museum Mr. Newland stated there is a problem getting the Museum moved down from Connecticut and finding a facility to put them in down here. Mr. Peeler talked to Marilyn Dube, she is going to Connecticut this month to find out exactly what pieces are up there. Mr. Peeler said he has a friend who owns a truck that may be able to store the pieces. The Board would like to keep this item on the next agenda. Mr. Newland shared information from the presentation made by the ladies organizing the Wreaths Across America (WAA) Project in Sebastian. He said the Honor Guard has agreed to support the December wreath laying. The City Manager stated that he also had a meeting with the ladies from the WAA project. He is not sure what obligation the City would have with the project. He said a contract would have to be signed to obligate the City. He is not sure he is willing to recommend the project to Council yet until the full impact is known. The ladies were given an option to do the ceremony at the Veteran's Memorial on that date and they did not find that acceptable. The City Manager said there are a number of ceremonies throughout the year at the Veteran's Memorial and the city has the ability to handle a number people there with parking and access. The City manager told the Board that he wants to make sure the city does not take on an obligation they will not be able to fulfill. The Board would like to keep this item on the next Agenda. B. Report on the American Legion new bathrooms and the extension of the building. Mr. Peeler reported the plumbing is done and the floor has been poured. Next the walls in the bathroom will be installed. They are getting ready to pick the tile for the floor. 6. PUBLIC INPUT - NONE FA 0 0 M'IMMAn-1RiPC---1 A. Upcoming Events. Ms. Pugh announced the Ladies Auxiliary will sponsor a Country Western Yee -haw dinner and show on April the 8'h. On April the 26`h the Ladies Auxiliary will be passing out Poppies. Mr. Schramm announced the VFW is going to hold its elections this week to elect officers for next year. He also shared that there is going to be a USO show at the VFW district meeting. Mr. Newland reported that the Memorial Day plans are coming together. Tony Young has agreed to be the primary speaker. A ceremony will be held at Riverview Park in Sebastian at 11am. Mr. Newland confirmed that the Sea Scouts will host the 5`h Sebastian Trail Award. The American Legion will donate the use of the land for camping and keep the bathrooms open during the night. The VFW will provide a free lunch for all the hikers. The Police Department will be notified so they know when the event is taking place. Mr. Newland added that the Veterans from our area, who were killed in action, will be recognized during the Memorial Day ceremony In Vero Beach. The group is asking for combat boots to borrow or be donated for the ceremony. Mr. Giordan reported that the Veteran's Council will meet on the first Wednesday in May at the Sebastian VFW. The Veteran's Council does a lot for Indian River County. (See attached) Mr. Giordan announced that on May 16'", Velde Ford will honor all Veteran's in Indian River County. They are sponsoring a Car Show from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm and all the proceeds from the program will be donated to the Veteran's. Mr. Giordan reported that the Space Coast Honor Flight (SCHF) is still available for Veteran's. Captain Hiram's holds a SCHF lunch for Veteran's on the third Tuesday of each month. 8. MEMBERS MATTERS Mr. Peeler thanked City Council for allowing the milling to be put down at the Firehouse Garage. He said it has improved the street and it looks nice. Mr. Peeler announced the Skydivers are holding their annual Splash Bash and the proceeds are being donated to the American Legion Post 189 as a thank you for all they do for the community. Mr. Schramm shared that he just moved here from Martin County. He will be attending the largest Veterans reunion in Melbourne at the end of May. He encouraged everyone to attend. Mr. Newland thanked the city for all the efforts that are put out for the numerous events held at Memorial Park. The City Manager said it is the loyal and dedicated city employees that work behind the scenes to get the job done. 9. OTHER MATTERS - NONE 'r[���filq:7i•I A MOTION BY Mr. Giordan and a SECOND BY Mr. Peeler to adjourn the Veterans Advisory Board Meeting at 3:30 pm passed with a unanimous voice vote. BY: ivll ate) Chairma ayne Newland Date 3