VETERAN’S AFFAIRS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 3, 2011
1. Call to Order – Chair Bernie Corona called the regular meeting of the Veteran’s Affairs Commission to order at 7:10 pm on January 3, 2011 in Town Council Chambers.
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call - PRESENT: Bernie Corona, Kirk Allison Mary-Ann Roczynski, J. Roger Pelletier
ABSENT: Dominic Fulco, Sr., Stan deMello, Paul Barry, Linda Carrasquillo.
2. Approval of Minutes – Minutes from November 1, 2010. No quorum. Motion tabled until next meeting.
3. Old Business
A. Bi-Centennial Square Update – Kirk contacted the Elks – they do not provide the brick. Bernie said further updates to come after meeting with the Patriotic Commission to see how to proceed. Matter tabled for follow up.
B. Veteran’s Day Parade went well, although some members could not make it.
4. New Business
A. Schedule of Meetings – The Commission reviewed the schedule of meetings. Will be discussed again if the schedule needs to be revised. So far, meetings every month except for July and September.
B. Budget – The Commission reviewed the budget. Bernie will submit back to the Town – no changes needed.
C. Veterans & Military Coalition Meeting – Mary-Ann and Paul Barry attended a Veterans/Military Coalition meeting. The various veterans and military organizations are forming this coalition. Still in its infancy
stages. Bernie and Kirk were asked to represent the DAV. All Commissioners welcome to join. Next meeting on January 10, 2011 at the Officers Club at the Armory at 5:30 p.m.
D. Handouts – Bernie distributed information to the Commissioners on verification guidelines for Veterans Small Businesses.
5. Adjournment – The meeting adjourned at 7:29 p.m.
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