Meeting was called to order by Secretary, JoAnne Stevens at 1925

							August 18, 2011, at 1910 hours meeting was called to order by President Jeff
Duffield.
Members Present:
Jeff Duffield               Bob Gilson
Mike Ziebarth               Cindy Palmer
JoAnne Stevens              Donna Duffield
Tony Massura                Willard Palmer
Bill Saurbier               Laurie Appel
Larry Harris                Greg Saurbier
Special Guests:
Harold West, President of the State FOP Lodge.
Pat Buckley, past District Rep. for the Coloma Lodge.

SECRETARIES REPORT: JoAnne Stevens handed out minutes from previous
meeting. Bob Gilson made motion to accept the minutes, seconded by Jeff
Duffield, motion carried by all members present.

TREASURERS REPORT: Tony Massura presented treasurers report.
REVENUE: (as of this date)
                    March        April      May          June        July
Regular Checking 10,409.36 10,786.42 8,899.09 10,919.36 9,389.68
Building Fund         1,182.26 1,255.26 1,243.56 **2,030.56 1,745.94
Fish Fry              1,148.00    916.00      940.00       780.00      932.00
Bar Income            3,078.00 1 ,660.31 1,532.75         2,261.59     999.50
Hall Rentals          1,575.00 1,410.00       875.00         N/A       432.00
Bus Account             N/A       623.06      623.06      2,430.83    3,770.55
Misc. Income          1,133.00     959.50     *42.00        65.00     *122.00
Misc. Payouts           520.01      175.29    290.02       163.08       9.38
*Clothing
**Includes $787.00 from 10% hall rental
Tony also explained that the two checks that were written to Jody Johnson was
for the awning. $250.00 for awning and $34.62 trim for awning.
Motion made by JoAnne Stevens to accept treasurers report, seconded by Mike
Ziebarth, motion carried by all members present.

HALL REPORT:
In the absence of Rob Harper, President Duffield commented on the hall rental
by the Greyhounds who were charged $300.00 and were very pleased with the
lodge. Bob Gilson commented that the Greyhounds used the hall from 7:00 in
the morning until 6:00 P.M. Need to ask Rob on the hours they requested.

President Duffield advised that the Berrien County Sheriffs Office Motorcycle
Ride is scheduled for Sunday, August 28, 2011 and have rented the lodge. Will
need someone to open the lodge in the A.M and a bartender will be needed.
JoAnne Stevens volunteered to bartend.
BAR REPORT:
Reported by Bob Gilson:
  1. Bar has been slow, still slow on Saturday nights but feels it should pick up
      in the fall.
  2. Still need volunteers to bartend.
  3. Complaints on no snacks offered so bags of chips were bought and not
      selling. Tony advised that something should be offered by the lodge,
      possibly pretzels or bring back popcorn.
  4. Having problems with Direct TV. Called several times starting in February
      about the receiver and keep getting the run-around. Tony advised that the
      bill is $100.00 and he will check into possibly getting a “bundle” including
      TV and phone line.
  5. Gift Certificates: Bob reported too many gift certificates are being donated
      and made a motion that all donated gift certificates need to be approved
      by the board. Seconded by Bill Saurbier, motion carried by all members
      present.
  6. Lots of clothes, have over a $1,000.00 of clothes and have only made
      $200.00, need to start selling
  7. Bob commented on the communication between members who are doing
      work around the lodge. It appears two people came to spray weeds when
      only one was needed.

NOTE: Do not ring up gift certificates as cash. If someone has a $10.00 gift
certificate and their bill is $12.00, ring up the $2.00 and place gift certificate in
drawer.

NOTE: Bob again advised that he can no longer continue managing the bar.

KITCHEN REPORT:
N/A

CORESPONDENCE:
Received for letter from FOP South East Oakland County-Lodge 130 on charity
bike rally, “Cops on a Run” held Saturday, September 17, 2011. Flyers posted at
the lodge for anyone interested.

OLD BUSINESS:
CUBS BUS TRIP:
President Duffield advised the lodge made $944.04. President Duffield advised
Treasurer Tony Massura that $200.00 of the $944.04 has not yet been turned in.

COUNTRY WESTERN SHOW:
Vice President Mike Ziebarth brought in posters and reported Jerry Perry wanted
to be at the meeting to report on the shows progress but has been in the hospital.
The show will be held on September 28, 2011 with Colin Raye at the St. Joseph
High School Auditorium.
MICHIGAN VS NOTRE DAME RAFFLE:
Lodge will be open for the football game and will be offering snacks. Raffle
tickets are $25.00.

HALLOWEEN PARTY:
Cindy Palmer reported things are in production and she will be donating funds to
purchase posters for advertising. Cindy also advised the board that it was
brought up to her not to get a DJ for the adult party because no one would
dance. President Duffield advised that he has already checked into a DJ, Sarah
Kurtz and she will volunteer her services for $100.00.
 Halloween Party will be held October 29, 2011 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm for
children and then from 8:00 pm to 1:00 am for adults.

NEW BUSINESS:
MY COPS FOOTCHASE:
Tony Massura advised the Kalamazoo foot chase will be held in September and
asked if the lodge would like to donate. Bob Gilson made a motion to donate
$500.00, seconded by Bill Saurbier, motion carried by all members present.

SOFTBALL AND SOCCER:
Softball and soccer will start up on September 10th through October. President
Duffield suggested the lodge host a pancake breakfast before some of the
tournaments being held on the field. Jeff will get the schedule of games and at
the next meeting decide on dates.

SPECAIL GUESTS:
Harold West, President of the State FOP Lodge reported on legislative news.

Pat Buckley wanted to commend the lodge members for the tremendous work
that has been done over the past couple of years. He mentioned how the lodge
was not in good standings with the state in regards to paying per capita on time
and now the lodge is always paid in full for the whole year. He also commented
on all the volunteers who have made it possible and we should all take pride in
being part of a great place to gather.

Pat also mentioned the lodge should attend the State Special Olympics in Mt.
Pleasant next year. Hotel accommodations are $13.00 a night.

Harold and Pat also wanted the members to know that if we need anything not to
hesitate in calling either one for assistance.
THANK YOU:
*Bob Gilson thanked everyone who has been putting in their time in volunteering.
*Received thank you notes from:
 1. Special Olympics
 2. Cuffs and Ladders
 3. Ride for the Gold
 4. Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety
 5. The Zapata Family.

NEW MEMBERS:
Daniel Stuglik
Worney Skidmore

MEETING ADJOURNED:
Bob Gilson made a motion to adjourn at 2015 hours, seconded by Mike Ziebarth.