The Sentinel Newsletter of the Nevada Civil War Volunteers

August 2, 2007

General Meeting

Having reached a quorum, Commander Fred Grune called the meeting to order at 1857 hours.

Minutes of last meetings:  A motion was made by Tom Lynch, and seconded, to accept the Minutes of the July 5, 2007 General Membership Meeting Minutes.  Motion carried.  A motion was made by Carley McConnell, second by Bud Miller, to accept the June 8, 2007 General Membership Meeting Minutes.  Motion carried.

STAFF OFFICER Reports

Commander:  Fred Grune gave a detailed explanation of the Bower’s Mansion encampments fall through, noting that we were requested to do one next year. 

INSPECTOR GENERAL: Tom Hudson thanked everyone for the card from the group; gave explanation for the lateness of the June meeting minutes, and non-publication of The Sentinel; and thanked everyone that took notes in his absence.

ADJUTANT GENERAL:  Joann Miller noted changes in how the Treasurer’s Report will be done. The NCWV received a check from Louise McConnell for Rug Sales, with a request that it go to the Ladies Fund.  Motion carried.

Civilian CHIEF OF STAFF:   Paulette Grune  asked that donation received from the 4^th Ward School be returned as a donation; a motion was made by Tom Hudson, seconded by Kathy Lynch.  Motion carried.  Paulette Grune also requested that the club match the amount to be contributed to the School’s Principals Office.  A formal vote on the request will be taken next meeting.  A discussion of a plaque presentation was tabled until the next meeting.

Confederate CHIEF OF STAFF:   Bud Miller had nothing to report at this time.

Union CHIEF OF STAFF:  Tom Lynch, noting computer problems on his end, had nothing to report at this time.

Safety Marshal:  Carley McConnell had nothing to report at this time.

Chaplain:  Bill McConnell had nothing to report at this time.

Unfinished Business:

None.

New Business:

Bower’s Mansion Picnic August 26, 2007; 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.  Paulette Grune volunteered to be there at 9:00 AM to claim a spot since it is first come, first served; Paulette Grune also reminded everyone to bring their own chairs.

Nevada Day Parade October 27, 2007.  Tabled until next meeting.

Points for the Good of the Order: 

Report by Elaine Hudson regarding a new local venue that has expressed a desire to have us there during their functions.  Lending Library was generally discussed; details as they are worked out will be published.

Larry Steinberg reported that Ole Miss, Dan Spring's cannon, has been sold.  He also received a request by Kiwanis for cannon salute at Dayton Park dedication.  Details to follow.

Fred Grune gave a detailed explanation of why tonight's meeting was moved.  Those in attendance authorized Fred Grune to find a new location.  The next Staff and General Membership Meeting will be held at Porkey’s Bar-B-Que, 3372 South McCarran Boulevard, Reno, NV.

Tom Lynch reminded everyone that nominations are due next month for 2008 Life Membership, Honorary Membership, and NCWV Staff Officer positions.

Meeting adjourned at 1937 hours by unanimous vote.