There were 310 in attendance, 115 were Ex-POWs, 254 for the banquet
Financial Report
Our hospitality bar raised $1,347; thanks to Bo Bolinsky, Donald Denny, Gary Johnson and the many others who worked tirelessly. Frances and her crew did another great job with the raffle; they raised $3,226. Nick Nishimoto from Hawaii donated cans of Macadamia nuts and boxes of chocolate covered Macadamia nuts for the raffle drawing. It cost over $50.00 just to ship them, not including the cost of the nuts. He’Äôs really some kind of guy.
For the last three years a donation of 3 one hundred dollar bills has appeared as a gift at the raffle table, this year Bill Norwood caught Charles Montano in the act! Thanks so much Charles.
The 50/50 team lead by Carlos, Bo, Cindy, Diane, and others went into action again this year with one drawing, total amount donated was $1086, with one half going to the Association.
Our membership was once again very generous with their donations, total amount donated during and after the membership meeting was $2862. Thanks to all who donated to our cause, both financially and otherwise.
Newly Elected Officers:
- President: Lloyd Pate
- First Vice-President: Bill Norwood
- Second Vice-President: David Mills
Newly Elected Board Members:
- Eugene Johnson
- Carlos Lugo
- Jack Chapman