Call to Order
On the 31st day of October, 2021 at 12:15 pm, at the home of Eric and Lisa Robson, the meeting was called to order by President Skip Kyle, with Prayer provided by President Kyle. Due respect was given to our Flag.
Previous Meeting Minutes were read and approved.
The Treasure’s report was read and approved.
Member’s Present
Skip Kyle
Joanne Kyle
Gail Abernathy
Mark Shuster
Summer Michalski
Dave Michalski
Steve Logan
CJ Life
Eric Robson
Lon Burton
Keith Miller
Brian Barker
Brett Robson
Kenneth Webb
Jennifer DiDomenico
Donald DiDomenico
Treasurers Report: Balance of $12,003.64. All checks cleared and have PayPal receipts coming in for monthly contribution. Brett will check to see if that person wants monthly contribution or if it was a mistake. Will check into how and when to disperse these PayPal funds received from fund-raiser. Two members left to pay dues, difficult to get in touch with, we are trying! Insurance cost for potential trailer is approx. $120.00 yearly.
New Business
President Skip Kyle opened up nominations for officers with the following results:
President: Skip Kyle (B. Robson motion, Brian Barker 2nd. Unanimous vote).
V.P.: Don DiDomenico (S. Kyle motion, 2nd E. Robson. Unanimous).
Secretary: Eric Robson (Skip Kyle motion, B. Robson 2nd. Unanimous).
Treasurer: Brett Robson (Skip Kyle motion, Ken Webb 2nd. Unanimous).
Guardian of Membership: Keith Miller (Skip Kyle motion, B. Robson 2nd. Unanimous).
Trustees appointed: Mark Shuster, Mike Haslage, CJ Life.
Chaplain: John Hooper.
Sgt. At Arms: Brian Barker (S. Kyle motion, Kenny Webb 2nd. Unanimous).
President’s Report/New Business
Discussion held on various options on trailer purchase. Motion made by Brett Robson to continue due diligence on pursuit of trailer purchase. Specs of trailer, member use overview, and price range of trailer, rental rates of non-purchased trailer will be researched. 2nd by Skip Kyle. Unanimous vote.
Discussion held on the raising of our dues. Don DiDomenico made a motion that dues be increased to $40.00 to cover the additional $5.00 per diem cost from OGC. Brett Robson 2nd. Discussion held.
Don DiDomenico amended his motion that dues be raised to $120.00 per year with $80.00 being returned to members after participation in 4 (four) events, with requirement of by-laws staying in tact that members are required to do at least one meeting and one event and participate in main Chapter Bike Event. 2nd by Skip Kyle. 8-Aye, 4- Nay. Motion passed.
Don DiDomenico offered to have our 1st meeting of the year in 2022. That meeting will be held on Sunday, April 10th at 1:00 p.m.
Please note that the election of officers will be held at our next meeting.
Next meeting will be held at the home of Eric and Lisa Robson on November 14th at 11:00 a.m. Please note time since it is a bit earlier than normal. Address is 3006 Chenango Road, Wakeman, OH 44889. Chenango still closed at Route 60, but you may use Auster Rd. off of Butler Road to get to Chenango.
Closing
With no further business, President Kyle adjourned the meeting with prayer at 1:53 PM.
Approved and Signed this of ,20.
____________________ ______________________
President Secretary
On the 31st day of October, 2021 at 12:15 pm, at the home of Eric and Lisa Robson, the meeting was called to order by President Skip Kyle, with Prayer provided by President Kyle. Due respect was given to our Flag.
Previous Meeting Minutes were read and approved.
The Treasure’s report was read and approved.
Member’s Present
Skip Kyle
Joanne Kyle
Gail Abernathy
Mark Shuster
Summer Michalski
Dave Michalski
Steve Logan
CJ Life
Eric Robson
Lon Burton
Keith Miller
Brian Barker
Brett Robson
Kenneth Webb
Jennifer DiDomenico
Donald DiDomenico
Treasurers Report: Balance of $12,003.64. All checks cleared and have PayPal receipts coming in for monthly contribution. Brett will check to see if that person wants monthly contribution or if it was a mistake. Will check into how and when to disperse these PayPal funds received from fund-raiser. Two members left to pay dues, difficult to get in touch with, we are trying! Insurance cost for potential trailer is approx. $120.00 yearly.
New Business
President Skip Kyle opened up nominations for officers with the following results:
President: Skip Kyle (B. Robson motion, Brian Barker 2nd. Unanimous vote).
V.P.: Don DiDomenico (S. Kyle motion, 2nd E. Robson. Unanimous).
Secretary: Eric Robson (Skip Kyle motion, B. Robson 2nd. Unanimous).
Treasurer: Brett Robson (Skip Kyle motion, Ken Webb 2nd. Unanimous).
Guardian of Membership: Keith Miller (Skip Kyle motion, B. Robson 2nd. Unanimous).
Trustees appointed: Mark Shuster, Mike Haslage, CJ Life.
Chaplain: John Hooper.
Sgt. At Arms: Brian Barker (S. Kyle motion, Kenny Webb 2nd. Unanimous).
President’s Report/New Business
Discussion held on various options on trailer purchase. Motion made by Brett Robson to continue due diligence on pursuit of trailer purchase. Specs of trailer, member use overview, and price range of trailer, rental rates of non-purchased trailer will be researched. 2nd by Skip Kyle. Unanimous vote.
Discussion held on the raising of our dues. Don DiDomenico made a motion that dues be increased to $40.00 to cover the additional $5.00 per diem cost from OGC. Brett Robson 2nd. Discussion held.
Don DiDomenico amended his motion that dues be raised to $120.00 per year with $80.00 being returned to members after participation in 4 (four) events, with requirement of by-laws staying in tact that members are required to do at least one meeting and one event and participate in main Chapter Bike Event. 2nd by Skip Kyle. 8-Aye, 4- Nay. Motion passed.
Don DiDomenico offered to have our 1st meeting of the year in 2022. That meeting will be held on Sunday, April 10th at 1:00 p.m.
Please note that the election of officers will be held at our next meeting.
Next meeting will be held at the home of Eric and Lisa Robson on November 14th at 11:00 a.m. Please note time since it is a bit earlier than normal. Address is 3006 Chenango Road, Wakeman, OH 44889. Chenango still closed at Route 60, but you may use Auster Rd. off of Butler Road to get to Chenango.
Closing
With no further business, President Kyle adjourned the meeting with prayer at 1:53 PM.
Approved and Signed this of ,20.
____________________ ______________________
President Secretary
Call to Order
On the 22nd day of August, 2021 @ 1:25 pm, at the home of Mike and Karyn Haslage, the meeting was called to order by President Kyle with Prayer provided by WB John Hooper and due respect to our Flag.
Previous Meeting Minutes were read and approved.
The Treasure’s report was read and approved.
Member’s Present
Skip Kyle
Gail Abernathy
Mark Shuster
Joanne Kyle
John Hooper
Karyn Haslage
CJ Life
Keith Miller
Brett Robson
Eric Robson
Mike Haslage
Don Di Domenico
Jennifer Di Domenico
Guests: Ruth Ann Emerick.
Treasurer’s Report: Balance of $13,936.77. $1889.00 collected through charity event (Benefit Poker Run). Treasurer looking at purchasing a reusable dry erase check to be used at our presentations. Cost is $93.00 from Master Printing Group out of Berea. Motion made by Pres. Kyle and 2nd by Br. Haslage to purchase the check. Unanimous approval by membership.
VP Report: Please keep OGC Secy. Doc Hall in our prayers as he is fighting through some medical concerns. After our next meeting, the WS Vest will be taken and presented to WB Jake Davis at his home.
Old Business
New Business: 1). Presentation of check from our Benefit Ride will be on 9-11-21 to The Valor Home. The check will be presented during the softball game between the Lorain Firefighters and the Lorain Police Department at the Pipeyard Field on W. 21st St. in Lorain. 2). Br. Shuster is exploring a 3 day weekend ride to Chautauqua, N.Y., next year. Shoe will check out prices and pass on information. 3). Several members discussed various ride ideas for next year, along with having a 2nd fund raiser ride. 4). 8 members of the Overseers went to The Hiram’s Rider event and won a plaque for having the most members present. 5). Idea suggested on moving our meeting up to 10:00am rather than 1:00 pm for next year, as this will enable us to ride after the meeting. Several members thought this was a good idea and will be discussed.
Committee Reports
Closing
With no further business, President Kyle adjourned the meeting with prayer from WB Hooper at 1:59 PM.
Approved and Signed this 26th day of August,2021.
____________________ ______________________
President Secretary
On the 22nd day of August, 2021 @ 1:25 pm, at the home of Mike and Karyn Haslage, the meeting was called to order by President Kyle with Prayer provided by WB John Hooper and due respect to our Flag.
Previous Meeting Minutes were read and approved.
The Treasure’s report was read and approved.
Member’s Present
Skip Kyle
Gail Abernathy
Mark Shuster
Joanne Kyle
John Hooper
Karyn Haslage
CJ Life
Keith Miller
Brett Robson
Eric Robson
Mike Haslage
Don Di Domenico
Jennifer Di Domenico
Guests: Ruth Ann Emerick.
Treasurer’s Report: Balance of $13,936.77. $1889.00 collected through charity event (Benefit Poker Run). Treasurer looking at purchasing a reusable dry erase check to be used at our presentations. Cost is $93.00 from Master Printing Group out of Berea. Motion made by Pres. Kyle and 2nd by Br. Haslage to purchase the check. Unanimous approval by membership.
VP Report: Please keep OGC Secy. Doc Hall in our prayers as he is fighting through some medical concerns. After our next meeting, the WS Vest will be taken and presented to WB Jake Davis at his home.
Old Business
New Business: 1). Presentation of check from our Benefit Ride will be on 9-11-21 to The Valor Home. The check will be presented during the softball game between the Lorain Firefighters and the Lorain Police Department at the Pipeyard Field on W. 21st St. in Lorain. 2). Br. Shuster is exploring a 3 day weekend ride to Chautauqua, N.Y., next year. Shoe will check out prices and pass on information. 3). Several members discussed various ride ideas for next year, along with having a 2nd fund raiser ride. 4). 8 members of the Overseers went to The Hiram’s Rider event and won a plaque for having the most members present. 5). Idea suggested on moving our meeting up to 10:00am rather than 1:00 pm for next year, as this will enable us to ride after the meeting. Several members thought this was a good idea and will be discussed.
Committee Reports
Closing
With no further business, President Kyle adjourned the meeting with prayer from WB Hooper at 1:59 PM.
Approved and Signed this 26th day of August,2021.
____________________ ______________________
President Secretary
Call to Order
On the 11th day of July 2021 at 1:12 pm, at the DiDomenico home, the meeting was called to order by President Kyle with Prayer provided by Chaplain WB John Hooper and due respect to our Flag.
Previous Meeting Minutes were read and approved.
The Treasure’s report was read and approved.
Member’s Present
Skip Kyle
Joanne Kyle
Mark Shuster
Gail Abernathy
Ralph Bentley
Don Di Domenico
Jennifer Di Domenico
David Michalski
Summer Michalski
Eric Robson
CJ Life
John Hooper
Mike Haslage
Karyn Haslage
Distinguished Guests: Granddaughter of Summer and David Michalski.
Correspondence
Old Business
New Business: Pres. Report: Benefit Ride on July 25th. Flyer has been sent to all. Thank you very much to Bros. CJ Life for preparing the map of the run for us! Checking into pull-off tabs for ride with WB Ernie Meade. Please take your donated raffle baskets to Pogie’s Clubhouse in Amherst. Times and address will be provided. Several members at meeting are donating baskets. The Amherst Legion Riders Post 118 is having a Memorial Benefit Ride on Saturday July 17th at 10:00 am. Cost per rider is $5.00. Information will be distributed then for our Benefit Ride as well. Please support them as well!! There will be an event at the home of Jacob and Crystal Davis on Saturday July 24th at 3:00 pm, 28180 Baker Road, Wellington. Further details will be provided
V.P. Report: WB Jacob Davis is still in the VA with paralysis from waist down. 6% chance of walking again, but there is hope!! VA found a wheelchair van and they need $5K down to purchase. WB Jacob does not remember much about the accident. He reported that no alcohol was involved and got into some roadside gravel. He has good vision and speaks well. LaGrange Lodge Brothers are going to help build a ramp soon. Motion made by VP Doc DiDomenico to present WB Jacob Davis with vest from Larry Horton and to make Crystal a companion, with no dues. Overseers will send Larry Horton a check for $100.00 for the vest. 2nd made by President Kyle. Unanimous approval.
President Kyle presented the vest patches to Brother CJ Life.
Next meeting will take place on August 22nd at the home of Mike and Karyn Haslage at 1:00 pm. Details will be forward on address and food arrangements.
Many thanks from all to Doc and Jennifer DI Domenico on their hosting the meeting and preparing the meal, along with those who brought side dishes.
Committee Reports
Closing
With no further business, WB Chaplain John Hooper adjourned the meeting with prayer at 1:44 PM.
Approved and Signed this 22nd day of August, 2021.
____________________ ______________________
President Secretary
Call to Order
On the 27th day, of June, 2021 at 1:10 pm, at Sherod Park, Vermilion, the meeting was called to order by President Kyle, with Prayer provided by WB Chaplain John Hooper and due respect to our Flag.
Previous Meeting Minutes were read and approved.
The Treasure’s report was read and approved.
Member’s Present
Skip Kyle
Eric Robson
Ralph Bentley
John Hooper
Steve Logan
Keith Miller
Brett Robson
Brian Barker
Chris Miller
Joanne Kyle
Karyn Haslage
Michael Haslage
Don Di Domenico
Distinguished Guests
Correspondence
Old Business: WB John Hooper has a beautiful, brand new XL leather vest which was returned by Brother Larry Horton, who is no longer a Mason. All patches on and it is in perfect shape. Someone make an offer!!
New Business: Treasurer Brett Robson reported that we have $11,323.74 in our Key account. All checks have cleared including the $1,600.00 check that was raised for the family of WB Jacob Davis. Treasurer also reported that he and RWB Ralph Bentley are putting up two separate PayPal accounts on our website. One is to register and pay for our upcoming benefit run, and another to simply donate to the ride/Valor Home.
Presidents Report: 1. OGC Has $9,200.00 in their account. 2. Continued discussion at state level on Chapters turning in their Meeting Minutes to the OGC. 3. Fund raising event being held by OGC which is a Gun Raffle. $20 per ticket. President Kyle has them for sale.
Vice Presidents Report: Still looking at July 14th for WB Davis to come home. He will keep us posted on visitation times and things we can do to help the family.
Secy. Report: Our Benefit Run is set for July 25th. WB Brett has sent all of us the flyer. PLEASE make as many copies as you need to distribute to local establishments/businesses/friends/groups. All donations are going to the Valor Home of Lorain County. Please check out their website, as it is a great service that they are performing for our homeless Veterans. This is our 1st annual run in memory of our Fallen Brothers, RWB Donnie Alberts and WB John Hooker. Please get involved. We need things for door prizes, raffles, baskets, etc. Let’s help honor our Fallen Brothers and the Veterans of the United States!!
Secy. assured members that our monthly meeting minutes and roster changes/additions/deletions are being done monthly as per requirements. I do not see any issue in sending in our minutes monthly to the OGC!
Next Meeting will be held at the home of Doc and Jen Di Domenico on July 11th at 1:00 pm.
Committee Reports
Closing
With no further business, President Kyle adjourned the meeting with prayer by WB Chaplain John Hooper at 1:47 PM.
Approved and Signed this of ,20.
____________________ ______________________
President Secretary
Call to Order
On the 16th day, of May, 2021, 1:16 pm, at the home of Skip and Joanne Kyle, the meeting was called to order by President Kyle with Prayer provided and due respect to our Flag.
Previous Meeting Minutes were read and approved.
The Treasure’s report was read and approved.
Member’s Present
Skip Kyle
Joanne Kyle
Don DiDomenico
Ralph Bentley
Lon Burton
Steve Logan
Brett Robson
Mark Shuster
Gail Abernathy
Eric Robson
Marc Mileti
Jennifer DiDomenico
Karyn Haslage
Michael Haslage
Gilbert Chambers
Distinguished Guests
Correspondence
Old Business
New Business
Treasurers Report: 6 members who have not paid dues. $10,419.48 in our account. Jacob Davis fundraiser is on our website and able to pay through PayPal.
Presidents Report: 1. New Chapter being formed close to Dayton. “Hiram’s Legacy”. State now has 23 Chapters. 2. Top and bottom rockers now have to touch. New members and new vests if purchased by current members must have vest in this manner. Getting away from 3 piece patch as well as no state name on back underneath. 3. New members will sign papers to give patches back if they resign. Legal action will take place if not returned. 4. Lorain County Vets is not a 501C3. Valor Home in Lorain is a possibility. 5. July 25th will be our Benefit Run. Details to follow. 6. Shirts and hats for sale.
V.P. Report: WB Jacob Davis is now in a Rehab Center. Doing good, learning his Power Chair, waiting for surgery on his hand. Possible July 14 date to come home. Wife Crystal will have a sign-up sheet to see him when that time comes, two at a time. Broken jaw ½ open. Please keep Jacob and his family in your thoughts and Prayers.
Next meeting will be Sunday June 13th at Sherod Park in Vermilion at 1:00 pm
Committee Reports
Closing
With no further business, President Kyle adjourned the meeting with prayer at 1:43 PM.
Approved and Signed this 27th day of June,2021.
____________________ ______________________
President Secretary
On the 16th day, of May, 2021, 1:16 pm, at the home of Skip and Joanne Kyle, the meeting was called to order by President Kyle with Prayer provided and due respect to our Flag.
Previous Meeting Minutes were read and approved.
The Treasure’s report was read and approved.
Member’s Present
Skip Kyle
Joanne Kyle
Don DiDomenico
Ralph Bentley
Lon Burton
Steve Logan
Brett Robson
Mark Shuster
Gail Abernathy
Eric Robson
Marc Mileti
Jennifer DiDomenico
Karyn Haslage
Michael Haslage
Gilbert Chambers
Distinguished Guests
Correspondence
Old Business
New Business
Treasurers Report: 6 members who have not paid dues. $10,419.48 in our account. Jacob Davis fundraiser is on our website and able to pay through PayPal.
Presidents Report: 1. New Chapter being formed close to Dayton. “Hiram’s Legacy”. State now has 23 Chapters. 2. Top and bottom rockers now have to touch. New members and new vests if purchased by current members must have vest in this manner. Getting away from 3 piece patch as well as no state name on back underneath. 3. New members will sign papers to give patches back if they resign. Legal action will take place if not returned. 4. Lorain County Vets is not a 501C3. Valor Home in Lorain is a possibility. 5. July 25th will be our Benefit Run. Details to follow. 6. Shirts and hats for sale.
V.P. Report: WB Jacob Davis is now in a Rehab Center. Doing good, learning his Power Chair, waiting for surgery on his hand. Possible July 14 date to come home. Wife Crystal will have a sign-up sheet to see him when that time comes, two at a time. Broken jaw ½ open. Please keep Jacob and his family in your thoughts and Prayers.
Next meeting will be Sunday June 13th at Sherod Park in Vermilion at 1:00 pm
Committee Reports
Closing
With no further business, President Kyle adjourned the meeting with prayer at 1:43 PM.
Approved and Signed this 27th day of June,2021.
____________________ ______________________
President Secretary
Meeting on 9/13/ 2020
Call to Order
On the 13th day, of Sept. 2020, at 10:11 am, at Sherad Park, Vermilion, OH., the meeting was called to order by Pres. Mike Haslage with Prayer provided by WB Chaplain John Hooper and due respect to our Flag.
Previous Meeting Minutes were read and approved and signed by President Mike Haslage..
The previous Treasure’s report was reviewed.
Member’s Present
Mike Haslage
John Hooper
Skip Kyle
Jacob Davis
Lon Burton
Charles Life
CJ
Karyn Haslage—Comp.
Don DiDomenico
Joanne Kyle—Comp.
Mark Shuster
Gail Abernathy--Comp
Lon Burton
Jen DiDomenico--Companion
Distinguished Guests: N/A
Correspondence: N/A
Old Business: 1. Reviewal of Roberts Rules of Order. Sgt. of Arms responsible to insure meeting is run correctly. Cheat sheet given to Doc on rules of order. Doc has experience in rules dating back to Union Meetings. 2. OGC Assessment Fee is a one-time fee.
New Business: 1) Doc reported on speaking to Outreach Director at 2nd Harvest. Presentation of check to 2nd Harvest will be Friday 9-18-20 @10:30 am to present the $1,000.00 check. Meet at 9:00 am at Blue Sky Restaurant if interested. 2) Rough Ashlars Ride on 9-19. Contact Mike if interested as he is going. 3) New Member Jacob Davis presented patches By Pres. Mike Haslage. 4) No news back from local Sleep in Heavenly Peace charity that we are trying to donate to (1st Ladies sponsored charity). 5) Hocking Hills ride info. will be sent out. 6) WB Hooper spoke about potential fund raiser similar to what Bellevue Lodge had. Already cooked. More info. to follow. 7) Please review Grand Chapter Website 8) Nomination and Voting for next years officers will occur at our next meeting on Oct. 3rd at 1:00 pm at the home of Eric and Lisa Robson, 3006 Chenango Road, Wakeman, OH.
9) Reviewed 3 Moms Stitchin patchwork they sent in regards to Memorial Patch for our fallen Bros. Voted to shrink patch, remove working tools so that our companions can wear. Rocker size to fit oval patch. Motion to approve patches by Lon Burton, 2nd by Skip Kyle. Unanimous approval.
Committee Reports: Next years Benefit Ride will be held the 2nd Saturday in July 2021. Brothers Keith Miller, Brett Robson and Eric Robson are the Committee Members. More to follow next meeting.
Closing
With no further business, adjourned the meeting with prayer at 10:54 am
Approved and Signed this 13th day of Sept., 2020.
Mike Haslage Eric T. Robson
President Secretary
Call to Order
On the 13th day, of Sept. 2020, at 10:11 am, at Sherad Park, Vermilion, OH., the meeting was called to order by Pres. Mike Haslage with Prayer provided by WB Chaplain John Hooper and due respect to our Flag.
Previous Meeting Minutes were read and approved and signed by President Mike Haslage..
The previous Treasure’s report was reviewed.
Member’s Present
Mike Haslage
John Hooper
Skip Kyle
Jacob Davis
Lon Burton
Charles Life
CJ
Karyn Haslage—Comp.
Don DiDomenico
Joanne Kyle—Comp.
Mark Shuster
Gail Abernathy--Comp
Lon Burton
Jen DiDomenico--Companion
Distinguished Guests: N/A
Correspondence: N/A
Old Business: 1. Reviewal of Roberts Rules of Order. Sgt. of Arms responsible to insure meeting is run correctly. Cheat sheet given to Doc on rules of order. Doc has experience in rules dating back to Union Meetings. 2. OGC Assessment Fee is a one-time fee.
New Business: 1) Doc reported on speaking to Outreach Director at 2nd Harvest. Presentation of check to 2nd Harvest will be Friday 9-18-20 @10:30 am to present the $1,000.00 check. Meet at 9:00 am at Blue Sky Restaurant if interested. 2) Rough Ashlars Ride on 9-19. Contact Mike if interested as he is going. 3) New Member Jacob Davis presented patches By Pres. Mike Haslage. 4) No news back from local Sleep in Heavenly Peace charity that we are trying to donate to (1st Ladies sponsored charity). 5) Hocking Hills ride info. will be sent out. 6) WB Hooper spoke about potential fund raiser similar to what Bellevue Lodge had. Already cooked. More info. to follow. 7) Please review Grand Chapter Website 8) Nomination and Voting for next years officers will occur at our next meeting on Oct. 3rd at 1:00 pm at the home of Eric and Lisa Robson, 3006 Chenango Road, Wakeman, OH.
9) Reviewed 3 Moms Stitchin patchwork they sent in regards to Memorial Patch for our fallen Bros. Voted to shrink patch, remove working tools so that our companions can wear. Rocker size to fit oval patch. Motion to approve patches by Lon Burton, 2nd by Skip Kyle. Unanimous approval.
Committee Reports: Next years Benefit Ride will be held the 2nd Saturday in July 2021. Brothers Keith Miller, Brett Robson and Eric Robson are the Committee Members. More to follow next meeting.
Closing
With no further business, adjourned the meeting with prayer at 10:54 am
Approved and Signed this 13th day of Sept., 2020.
Mike Haslage Eric T. Robson
President Secretary
