The Allen Schiffern American Legion Auxiliay Unit 199 met on September 9, 2019, with seven members answering roll call, an eighth member joined later. Linda Kaye Payton called the meeting to order. Judy Fuelling gave the invocation. Pledge Of Allegiance to our Flag and The Preamble were recited by all.
Barb Hines read the minutes of the last meeting. Minutes were approved following correction. Sheridan Mires gave the treasurer’s report which was accepted as reported.
Sheridan gave us a report on the membership eligibility changes. We will be reviewing and revising our Constitution and Bylaws and standing rules to reflect these membership changes. There will be an article placed in this newspaper to explain those changes at a later date.
Installation of District 4 officers will be September 14, 2019, and will be held at the Legion Post 199. Our Department President will be in attendance. The menu was confirmed and reminders given to those that volunteered for providing the various salads and desserts and snacks prior to the meeting.
The Rummage Sale will be October 11-12. We will be taking donations September 25, 26, 27, and 30, and October 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, and 8, and the last day to accept donations will be October 9 from 1-4 p.m. October 10 is our day to put away and organize the donations. So mark your calendars! We look forward to seeing you!
The turkeys have been ordered for our community Turkey Dinner which will be on November 3. Watch for flyers and newspaper articles. Have a traditional Turkey Dinner with all the trimmings with us!
No further business was discussed. Judy gave the Benediction and the meeting was adjourned. The next meeting will be October 14, 2019, at 5:30 p.m.