MONTHLY MEETING

EZRA S. GRIFFIN CAMP #8

March 17, 2018 

The meeting was called to order in ritualistic fashion by Commander Mark Zurinski.

Other members in attendance were:

Guest:  PA Dept. Commander Chris Carty

Officers Excused:  SrVC James Jones, Chaplain Jim Kobeski

The minutes for the February meeting were read. A motion was made to accept minutes as read by Jerry Skotleski and seconded by Hal Myers. All were in favor.

The financial report was read by Joe Long. 

          Ticket Winner for February was Jerry O’Malley.

A motion was made to accept minutes as read by Giovan Lisa and seconded by Jerry Skotleski. All were in favor.

APPLICATIONS: 

Application reviewed for new Member James H. White

EAGLE SCOUT COORDINATOR: 

Secretary Shaffer read Jim Jones’ report with the following information.  In February, three Eagle Scout Awards were presented by the Commander.  He is working with the head of the Military Science Department at Wilkes University on selecting the Cadet for the Distinguished Cadet Award.  He is expecting the other schools applications on March 19^th.  Ceremonies will be scheduled for the end of April.

CORRESPONDENCE: 

G.O. #22 Modification of G.O. #9; G.O. #23 Identifying worth recipients for awards: Message from CinC

LIBRARY COMMITTEE: 

Jerry O’Malley reported that progress on the book project has been held up, but they will continue to end as soon as possible.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: 

Jerry O’Malley reported on the following:  Camp Newsletter has been suspended due to cost consideration.  Events, activities and other information are placed on Facebook and the Camp web site.  Commander Zurinski commended Secretary Shaffer and Auxiliary Member Dani Shaffer on the way the web site is hosted.  He also reported on a proposed event to honor a Civil War Veteran in Dunmore Cemetery at the Memorial Day Ceremony.  Name to be forthcoming.  Hal Myers is contacted the County Commissioners about a Grant.  Ladies President Alana Zurinski reported on  the profit from the candy sale.  They also discussed a contingency plan for the Museum.  Next Meeting for the Executive Committee is April 7, 2018.

Jerry Skotleski reported that he has secured Brian Keator Sr. as our Guest Speaker on Memorial Day.  He has given him options for his talk.  Joe Long has sent a letter to the Dunmore High School to invite the Band, no reply as of yet.  He also said he will get a wreath for the ceremony for the Civil War veteran honoree.

Jerry O’Malley has forwarded his PI Instructor Report to the Department and has also placed one in the Camp files.

NEW BUSINESS: 

Dale Keklock reported that a member of the Old Forge Historical Society contacted him about free tables from the Eagle McClure Fire Department and said we could ask for some.  Joe Long suggested that Dale put in for three tables.  He also reported on a video “The Free State of Jones” and recommended everyone to see it.

The Armed Forces Day Parade is on May 19^th and the Color Guard will be marching.  Anyone else interested in marching may do so, but must be in appropriate attire.  Craig Kelly also asked for Members to consider joining the Color Guard.  For more information, contact Craig.

Hal Myers made a motion to make an amendment to the Camp By-Laws.  Proposal is to change meeting date to Saturday instead of Thursday.  Craig Kelly seconded.  A notice will be sent to all Camp members.  Dept. Commander Chris Carty also informed the Camp that a General Order had also been issued and should be checked.  Upon further discussion, it was decided to review the General Order and make any necessary changes at this time.  Secretary Shaffer will research this.

The Flag Detail for the Cemeteries is scheduled for May 5, 2018.

GOOD OF THE ORDER:   

Hal Myers suggested we clean up and move things around for our Guest Speaker, Ken Serfass, next Saturday.  Giovan Lisi reported on his participation in the Remembrance Day Parade at Gettysburg.  He carried the Camp Flag and has added a streamer to it.

He also marched with Department Commander Chris Carty.
          

PATRIOTIC INSTRUCTION:  

Jerry O’Malley continued his report on the year 1863 which included the disturbances and Battle of Vicksburg and the Rebel control of the River.  He also stated that Mr. Serfass will cover this more in depth in his talk.

With no further business, the camp was closed by Commander Zurinski in ritualistic manner.

 Respectfully submitted,

 Robert C. Shaffer

Secretary