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In 1945, Marines persevered to victory in the Battle of Iwo Jima.

Sunday, October 22, 2017

October Meeting Notes:

The detachment met as scheduled on 17 October with 14 members in attendance.   The meeting was brought to order in the proper fashion at 1930 by Commandant James Hastings.  The Chaplain and Sergeant at Arms were excused, all other officers were present.  Minutes of the September meeting were accepted as published.  There was no correspondence to present.
Paymaster William Costello outlined the current financial situation.  The detachment assets are in good shape.  The paymaster presented the details of expenditures and receivables.  Motion was made to accept the report of the paymaster. This was seconded and approved.

Committee Reports:
The Golf Committee reported that final accounting is in process.  Net profit for the tournament is in excess of $14000.  Committee Chair Hastings has requested that members consider getting more involved in leading the tournament activities as it is a large and complex task.  

Toys for Tots Chair Richard Douglas reported that planning is well under way for the upcoming campaign.  Boxes and posters will be available soon.  This is the time to coordinate with contacts at drop off points. Art Enos will be leading the campaign and brings many years of experience.  The annual kick-off event in Natick will be announced.  The campaign will end on 14 December so that toys can be delivered.

Marine Corps Rose Program lead Warren Griffin announced that roses are available for any members who are available to participate.  This occurs around Veterans Day and is very profitable for the detachment.

The Marine Corps Birthday will be observed on 10 November at 1800 at the Framingham Elks.  Food will be provided.  Members are encouraged to attend.

The meeting was adjourned at 2015.  Member are encouraged to plan to attend the November meeting on the third Tuesday at 1930.