MONTHLY MEETING

EZRA S. GRIFFIN CAMP #8

May 17, 2007

The meeting was called to order by Commander Robert Baker in ritualistic manner followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a Roll Call of Officers.

Other members in attendance were:

Minutes for the April meeting were read and approved.

FINANCIAL REPORT: 

Joe Long read the financial report with the following information:                    

     Members Help Fund at $166.50.

     Tony Donato won the April 50/50.

     End balance of $2,527.06 in the checking account.

A motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was made, seconded and passed unanimously.

OLD BUSINESS:

Memorial Day - The Memorial Day ceremonies at Dunmore Cemetery were discussed.

Captain Hart’s illness changed a number of plans.

• A bugler will be needed to replace Captain Hart.
• No tent would be available this year to shelter spectators from the weather.
• The Camp’s older PA system would have to be used.
• Arrangements must be made to get chairs and set them up.
• Weapons must be secured for the Fire Salute Squad.  H
• Howard Wolfe said  programs will be printed.
• Joe Long will be responsible for the podium and the National Colors and GAR flag. He also said wreaths will be available for the Ladies Auxiliary and Daughters to present at the services.

Armed Forces Day - Delaney-DeLacy Guard will meet in front of the museum between 9 and 9:30am. to participate in the parade.

Hartford Fair - The 150^th anniversary of the Hartford Fair will take place on Monday, August 20. Plans are being made for our members to march in the parade. More details to follow.

Women’s Relief Corps - The Women’s Relief Corps will hold their Convention on August 6^th at the Clarion Hotel in Scranton.

Flag Day - Flag Day Ceremonies will take place at Gino Merli Park, time to be decided. Members are encouraged to attend.

Lackawanna County Council of Veterans - Joe Long reported the next meeting will take place on June 5 at 10am. if anyone would like to attend.

School Visit to Museum - Joe Long reported that 29 students from Patty Lawler’s second grade class visited the museum last month and enjoyed the experience.

Department of PA Encampment - The Encampment is set to take place in Bethlehem, PA. Joe Long expressed some concern that John Hart was supposed to do the Encampment books by the 22^nd. At this time it is unknown if he will be able to complete the project.

Camp Bible - Our Camp Bible was repaired and is now back in service

NEW BUSINESS:

We’re Number One! - Joe Long reported we are now the largest camp in Pennsylvania with 143 members. Philadelphia is 20 members behind us.

Scranton Mayor’s July 4^th Ceremony - Our camp will carry flags in the annual July 4^th ceremony. Volunteers are needed to represent us and carry the flags. Mike Grayson will play his drum.

With no further business a motion to adjourn was made and the meeting was closed in ritualistic manner.

Respectfully Submitted,

Richard M. Ryczak

Secretary