Meeting Report 6-10-2020

There were 16 members and 5 spouses in attendance. This was our first chapter meeting since the Corona virus pandemic had hit the U.S. in early March, and so we did expect a lower than normal attendance. Our last chapter meeting was held on March 11, two days before the pandemic hit. However, we were very happy with the 21 total attendees, and thank all of them for attending.
Mikeska's BBQ was open for business and had prepared their banquet room for social distancing by limiting the room to fewer tables and fewer chairs. Attendees were asked to wear face masks and honor social distancing, and everyone complied. Members were also encouraged to stay home if they did not feel comfortable in coming to the meeting because of the virus situation.

President, Frank Laitkep (photo below), then recognized all those members who were having birthdays in May & June.

The meeting was then recessed for the evening meal. A BBQ sandwhich lunchbox was provided for all those attending, complements of Mike Ryan from Everyday Heroes, a local Veterans support organization. Chapter officers and BOD members want to thank Mike for supporting our VVA Chapter and its membership since it was chartered back in 2012.

Frank then re-opened the meeting open at 8:00 PM. The following chapter business was transacted.

It was then mentioned to those attending that some members of the chapter attended an online Zoom virtual socializing session the previous month. It was held on Wednesday, May 13, which would have been our normal monthly meeting day.

The event was hosted by chapter member, Bob Supak. Click on the link below for a full report with photos.

Members were reminded to be sure and vote on July 14th for the Primary Runoff elections. Early voting starts June 29.

Members were also reminded that the May/June issue of "The VVA Veteran" publication that we all received, will be the last hard copy issue we wil receive from VVA National - At least until further notice. Termination of the publication is due to the Corona Virus pandemic, which in turn caused a loss of monies to support the publication. From now on, the publication will be only available online by visiting the VVA National website. We wil notify all chapter members via email when the next online version of the publication will be available.
Click Here to visit The VVA Veteran Publication webpage

VVA Chapter 1069 Meeting Report for: June, 6-10-2020 [posted on:6-19-2020]