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COMMANDER – Roy Lucero – Commander & Newsletter Editor

Another month has come and gone.  Among the events that highlighted May; our Legion Family had a great showing at the T or C’s Fiesta celebration, our National Commander paid us a visit, our Post awarded scholarships to five deserving high school graduates, and we participated in Memorial Day services to honor our fallen comrades.

June 14^th is Flag Day.  We usually have a flag burning ceremony in our parking lot on that day.  Unfortunately, this year, just as last year, we are under fire restriction here at the Butte.  We will schedule a ceremony to include a bonfire on the beach at a later date. The American Legion Department of New Mexico Annual Convention is June 27 – 30 in Albuquerque.  Everyone is invited, for information contact the Post at the above number.

Don’t forget to come to the General Membership meeting on Saturday, June 16 at 10:30 a.m.  We need your support every month.  Your participation in post activities enables us to assist, not only our fellow veterans, but also local charities, students, and youth activities in our community.  Keep up the good work.

Thank you for all you do, and see you at the Post

Vice Commander – Tom Cleveland

Well summer is about to get here so hope you all have a safe and fun time but please don’t forget about the Post. It is traditionally our toughest time of year to make ends meet. I will be heading out on the road for an extended time for some needed R&R but I will return,” Good Lord willing and the creek doesn’t rise”. I want to personally thank Carmen for her hard work and dedication to her many duties at the Post and the Ladies Aux. See you at the Post‏!

Finance Officer – Dr. G. Vincent Barrett

Last month’s net financial position resulted in a profit for the month of approximately $2,300 and by the end of April 2013 the year to date loss was down to + -$2,500.  Although we are still registering a small loss thus far, for this fiscal year, I believe that within the next month that situation will be turned around.  My optimism is based on a significant pick up in bar/kitchen/gaming activities. The month of May is looking pretty good.  Hopefully by the end of this fiscal year June 30 we will be back to a positive position. Continue reading →

COMMANDER – Roy Lucero – Commander & Newsletter Editor

Thank you for the honor of electing me to serve as our commander for another year.  I, along with all the officers you have elected will continue to do our best to keep Post 44 on an even keel.  With all of your support, I have no doubt that we will prosper and continue to enjoy our reputation of being among the friendliest posts in New Mexico.

April shaped up to be another good month here at the Post.  The activities and entertainment were outstanding.  I had the pleasure of attending the JROTC Awards Banquet and presenting medals to two outstanding JROTC cadets.  Cristal Coss was awarded the American Legion Medal for Scholastic Excellence, and Ezekial Alvarez received the American Legion Medal for Military Excellence.

The American Legion National Commander, James E Kouts, New Mexico Department Commander, Robert Jaramillo, along with other representatives from Department, will be visiting our Post on Tuesday, May 14^th.  We’ve planned a small dinner at 6:00 pm.  This would be a great opportunity to meet the National Commander and visit with our guests.

To mention a few things happening in May, The Legion will be represented in the Fiesta Day Parade on May 4^th with Golf Carts decorated by our Auxiliary.  The Auxiliary and the Riders will have booths at Ralph Edwards Park on the 4^th and 5th.  Don’t forget to come out for the Mother’s Day Dinner on May 12^th.    We’ll be putting out flags at all the cemeteries on Sunday, May 26^th in preparation for Monday’s Memorial Day observance.  If you’d like to help, be at the new cemetery at 9:00 am.

Once again, thank you for all you do, and see you at the Post.

Post 44 Officers to serve from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014 are:

[one_half]COMMANDER

1st VICE COMMANDER

2nd VICE COMMANDER

FINANCE OFFICER

CHAPLAIN

JUDGE ADVOCATE

SGT AT ARMS

SERVICE OFFICER

HISTORIAN

ADJUTANT

TRUSTEES

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[one_half_last]Roy Lucero

Tom Cleveland

Craig Pierson

Vince Barrett

Vince Hadley

Jim Coslin

Al Norton

Ray Mullins

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Bob Nellis

Richard Kaudelka  3 Yrs.

Warren Roberts 2 Yrs.

Richard Alexander 1 Yr.[/one_half_last]

Congratulations to you all.

Thanks to Kathy Graber who so graciously volunteered to be our new Newsletter Co-ordinator beginning at the end of June 2013 for the July Newsletter.

Vice Commander – Tom Cleveland

Elections are complete. I want to thank all of you who again placed their trust in me and re-elected me as your First Vice Commander. I promise to continue to fulfill my duties of this important office and support the Post to the utmost of my ability. Again, throughout the coming year, if you have any suggestions or ideas that would benefit the Post operations please bring them to me or any of the other elected officers.

Traditionally, the summer months are our most difficult revenue generating times; so please come into the Post and support the many functions and fun activities the committee has planed.

Thanks again! Have a safe and fun summer and hope to see you at Post 44! Continue reading →