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This Issue Service Officer 2 Mother’s Day Brunch 3 Commander 4 Vietnam Vet Party 5 1st & 2nd Vice Commanders 6 Cinco De Mayo 7 3rd Vice Commander 8 Post 291 Elections 9 Auxiliary President 10 Troops Shipping 11 Commodore’s Editorial 12 Armed Forces Day 13 Memorial Day Weekend 14 Memorial Day 15 Election Notice 16

Election Rules 17Installation of Legion Officers 18

4th of July 19Calendar of Events 20

Membership Eligibility WWI 04.06.17 - 11.11.18 WWII 12.07.41 - 12.31.46 Korea 06.25.50 - 01.31.55 Vietnam 02.18.61 - 05.07.75 Grenada/ Lebanon 08.24.82 - 07.31.84 Panama 12.20.89 - 01.31.90 Persian Gulf 08.01.90 -

(until cessation of hostitities)

Mother’sDay

May 8

Post 291Elections

May 11

Armed ForcesDay

May 21

MemorialDay

May 30

Mother’sDay

May 8

Post 291Elections

May 11

Armed ForcesDay

May 21

MemorialDay

May 30MAY IS POPPY MONTH!MAY IS POPPY MONTH!

Fellow Veterans, We have four local resources for our medical and veteran related questions such as benefits, health issues and burial.Jesse GarciaVeterans Service Officer

VA Hospital of Long BeachDianeed Goodpaster, Assistant ChiefDepartment of Veteran AffairsTel: 562.826.5715

Riverside National Cemetery22495 Van Buren Blvd.Riverside, CA 92518Tel: 951.653.8417 · Fax: 951.653.5233

VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic25292 McIntyre Road, Laguna HillsPrimary Care & Medical Health ServicesDavid Blunt, Clinic AdministratorTel: 949.269.0700

Santa Ana Veteran’s Clinic1506 BrookhollowSanta Ana, CA 92705Tel: 714.434.4600

Jesse Garcia, Veterans Service OfficerEmail: [email protected]: 949.683.5438

William Bennett, ChaplainEmail: [email protected]: 714.251.1789

AMERICAN LEGION OFFICERS Commander Doug Nye 1st Vice Commander Ken Ulrich 2nd Vice Commander Roger Henry 3rd Vice Commander Ken George Adjutant Marco Montes Judge Advocate Carmen Williams Finance Officer Paul Meye Service Officer Jesse Garcia Sgt-At-Arms “Skipper Tim” Bercovitz Chaplain William Bennett Historian Patti Carson Jr. Past Commander Jess Lawson

MEMBERS AT LARGEDon Putzig Sandi Schneeberger Mike Schubert

Ken Widdall Rich Whitlinger Robert Wright

American Legion Post 291 Meetings General Business 2nd Wednesday at 7:00pm Executive Committee 1st Thursday at 6:00pm

AUXILIARY UNIT 291 OFFICERS President Cat Katz 1st Vice President Kendall Madsen 2nd Vice President Jan Woolford Secretary Becky Mauger Treasurer Karen Karanickolas Sgt-At-Arms Maureen Manfer Chaplain Debbie Schubert Historian Bobbi Renaghan Marshal Cynthia Leys Parliamentarian Peggy Bengry Jr. Past President Pier Warmuth

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEPeggy Bengry Cynthia Culp Susan DiFonzo

Cindy Edes Dana Johnston Kim Philhart

Auxiliary Unit 291 Meetings General Business 3rd Wednesday at 6:30pm Executive Committee 2nd Thursday at 6:30pm

SAL SQUADRON 291 OFFICERS Commander Matt Parsons 1st Vice Commander Bill Dunn, Jr. 2nd Vice Commander Tim Sullivan Adjutant Butch Rowe Finance Officer Rich Morin Chaplain Jeff White Historian Robert Thompson Sgt-At-Arms Brad Semonell Jr. Past Commander Steve Porter Membership Committee Jeff Kingsley Donation Committee Peter Martin

SAL Squadron 291 Meetings Executive Committee 1st Wednesday at 6:00pm General Business Last Wednesday at 7:00pm

AMERICAN LEGION YACHT CLUB OFFICERS Commodore Neil Harden Vice Commodore Dan O’Sullivan Rear Commodore Doug Green Fleet Captain Mike Berdine Port Captain Larry Butler Jr. Staff Commodore Hans Witten Director Angelina Garcia Director Robert Goode Director Richard Reyna Director Steve Sawdon Director Mike Schubert Director Bob Wine

American Legion Yacht Club Meetings General Business 2nd Thursday at 6:00pm Board of Directors 4th Thursday at 6:00pm

VETERAN RESOURCES

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ATTEND THEGENERAL MEMBERSHIP

MEETINGS Legion May 11 Jun 8 7:00 pm Auxiliary May 18 Jun - No Meeting 6:30 pm SAL May 4 Jun 1 7:00 pm ALYC May 26 Jun - No Meeting 6:00 pm

UPCOMING EVENTSJAZZ

“JAZZ THURSDAY NIGHTS”

American Legion Jazz SeriesResumes in July

DANCINGFRIDAY NIGHTS

DINING 5:00 - 8:00 Music for Dining: 5:00-6:00 Dancing: 6:00-10:00 Grumps - May 6 Full Spectrum - May 13 Daze of Blue - May 20 Don Ross - May 27

SATURDAY

No bands scheduledfor the month of May

Except the Saturday of Memorial Weekend”Whiskey Hayride”

SUNDAY AFTERNOON Entertainment 1:00 - 5:00 BigTop Patio Outplay - May 1 Mike McKenna - May 8 Tricia Freeman - May 8 Eric Turner - May 15 Listen - May 22 Z-Bops - May 29

MAY HIGHLIGHTSCinco De Mayo - May 5 (Thursday)Mothers Day - May 8 (Sunday)Post Elections - May 11 (Wednesday)Arm Forces Day- May 21 (Saturday)Memorial Day - May 30 (Monday)

UPCOMING IN JUNELegion Family Installation - June 5 (Sunday)Fathers Day - June 19 (Sunday)

DON’T FORGET

M o t h e r’s Day Champagne Brunch

AT POST 291SUNDAY, MAY 8

10:00 AM - 2:00 PMGRASS PARKING AVAILABLE

Orange Juice and Champagne,Omelet and French Toast Station,

Ham and Roast Beef Station, Pastas and Chicken station,Assorted Salads, Cheese and Fresh Fruit platters,

Homemade Baked Goods and Ice Cream with toppings,Kids Station, Soft Drink Bar

MUSIC PROVIDED BY MIKE McKENNA

$29 ADULTS • $ 16 KIDS 12 AND UNDER• FREE UNDER 5

RESERVATIONS STRONGLY ADVISED OFFICE: 949.673.5070

TRICIA FREEMAN ON THE PATIO 1-5 pmBURN YOUR OWN ALL DAY

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Comrades,Thank you to all the Veterans who attended the “Welcome Home” Vietnam Era Vet party. It was SOLD OUT and a terrific party with a DJ playing all the familiar 60’s songs from Armed Forces Radio. And we got to wear our fatigues once again. Thanks goes to Jesse Garcia, Veterans Service Officer,

who organized the event. If you didn’t make it this year, mark your calendars for next year. Our photo gallery with our youthful looks and “Where Were You?” Map were the highlights. Thanks also goes to Gerry Berry for bringing down the Army jeeps and weapons.

Another successful event organized by Jesse Garcia was the 51st Anniversary of Law & Order which brought out close to 180 public safety personnel and their families from Newport Beach and Costa Mesa so they could be honored for their achievements. The Post has done this for all 51 years, underwriting the event as community outreach to recognize the Harbor Patrol, OC Sheriff’s Department, local Police, Fire and Lifeguards for the services they provide for us. It is a very special event so thanks to all who came out to support it.

The month of May is Poppy Month. Be sure to wear your poppies all month remembering all Veterans who have served. It will culminate on Memorial Day with the ceremony at Pacific View Cemetery Monday, May 30 at 11 am, and continue at the Post at 1 pm with a ceremony and lunch.

May is also very busy with Cinco de Mayo which will be celebrated in the Post Cantina Thursday May 5th, and our famous Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch Sunday May 8. Be sure to get your reservations in early as this fills up quickly. There will be grass parking available which helps the parking situation. Armed Forces Day is May 21st, honoring all who are serving around the world along with Field of Honor up at Castaways Park, flying 1,776 US flags honoring Veterans.

It’s that time of year again. Post 291 Elections will be held Wednesday, May 11, 2016. On Election Day – May 11, 2016 – polls will open at 3:00 pm and close at 7:00 pm. You must present a current 2016 Membership card at the Post poll room to receive a ballot. Ballots will be counted after the polls close.

C O M M A N D E RDOUG NYE

Election results will be announced upon completion of Election Committee ballot count. Installation of all Legion Family Officers will be held Sunday, June 5 in the Main Hall with a Buffet Dinner served. Please join us. All members welcome.

Important construction updates around the Post:15th Street is being renovated. There is NO entry to the Post from 15th Street. Please go around the back to show your card or sign in your guests. Be patient while this is underway. It will have new landscaping, sidewalks and meters, with better access to Marina Park and the Post.

Other Post improvements will be happening throughout the month to better serve our members. Be patient while we improve our facilities.

Boat Slips:Veterans wanting a boat slip in our Marina please sign up on the wait list at the Front Office.

Volunteer List:Anyone wanting to volunteer for events, whether to plan, decorate, or work in some capacity, sign up at the Front Office with your email or phone number to have on hand when needed. We have July 4th coming up which is huge for the Post and need a lot of assistance to make it successful.

Upcoming Events to mark on your Calendar:Fathers Day Pancake Breakfast and BBQ Lunch June 19JULY 4th!!!!

Our commitment to all veterans, our members, veterans’ programs or veterans-in-need alike, will reflect in all we do as we strive to honor all who served.

Remember: Veterans first. The Post is not a “Club”, but an American Legion Post for Military Veterans who share common experiences. The Security staff is made up of SONs who are SONs of the Post. Please show respect to the Post, Volunteer Security staff, all veterans and guests.

Remember our mission statement of “Veterans First”. If you love your freedom, “Thank a Vet”.

REMEMBER TO VOTE MAY 11 FOR POST OFFICERS AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE!

Attitude is the Altitude of Success at the American Legion Post 291. Let’s all work together to make that happen.

For God and Country,Doug Nye, Commander

“WELCOME HOME” Vietnam Vet Party 2016



Celebrate at the Post 291 CantinaThursday, May 5

Hootenanny All Afternoon Under the Big TopHappy Hour 2-6pmFREE Taco with any drink purchase!

$5 Dinner 6-8pm2 Tacos, Rice & Beans(Chicken, Carnitas, or Carna Asada)

Burn Your Own available all day

We are now into the month of May with Mother’s Day coming up on the 8th. Our en-tertainment will be by Mike McKenna in the Grand Hall as we enjoy our Champagne Brunch. Then Elections for the Legion on the 11th, in the Grand Hall, poll hours beginning at 3:00pm with polls closing at 7:00pm.

As we move on through our May entertainment schedule, we will have the delicious Spaghetti

Thursday’s continuing through May and June and don’t forget, we always have our Taco Tuesdays and Line Dancing with Laura Demarco. Armed Forces Day is on the 21st, and then the month of May will be punctuated with Memorial Weekend which will be filled with musical entertainment. There will be Friday evening entertainment in the Grand Hall, Saturday and Sunday afternoon on the BigTop Patio then Memorial Day has been planned to start at Pacific View Memorial Park and continue with Ceremonies at the Post. Memorial Day at Post 291 is always a day to have lots of fun with Patriotic ceremonies in the Grand Hall and then, this year, dancing to the music of Dave Alcantar on the BigTop Patio.

Our regularly scheduled events will continue with Friday nights (Grumps-6th, Full Spectrum-13th, Daze of Blue-20th, Don Ross-27th), Sunday afternoons (Outplay-1st, Mike McKenna and Tricia Freeman-8th, Eric Turner-15th, Listen-22nd, Z-Bops-29th).

As the weather is predicted to continue to be cool through May and June we will postpone our “Thursday Night Jazz On The Bay” until July when the weather is always sure to be with warm and comfortable evenings on the BigTop Patio.

The entertainment for Saturday afternoons on the BigTop, beginning June 4th, there will be dancing to the tunes of some of our regular entertainment (Big Hassle-4th, Retros-11th, Whiskey Hayride-18th, Tricia Freeman-25th) and again some new groups will join us from 1:00-5:00 as we dance and enjoy lunch or Burn Your Own hot dog, bratwurst or hamburger and favorite beverages.“See you soon”“For The Good Of The Legion”,Roger Henry, 2nd Vice Commander

NAVY 2 n d V I C E C O M M A N D E RROGER HENRY

EVENT SCHEDULE

MAYMother’s Day Sunday 8 Brunch, 11:00-3:00 - ReservationsArmed Forces Day Saturday 21 Entertainment TBD

Memorial Day Monday 30 Ceremony at the Post, 1:00pm - Box lunches to follow - Dave Alcantar 1-5pm

Comrades,As I reported in both March and April, we are well above our 2016 membership goal. As of April 22nd, we stand at 3750 paid members for 2016, or 110% of goal. We continue to target young veterans through various outreach programs in Orange County. The 2016 membership year will begin in July. Current members will begin receiving Renewal Notices sent from National after July 1st.

Our dues for 2017 will be $130, with $25 of that fee designated for facility improvements and maintenance. If you are a PUFL or Honorary Life Member, you will be billed separately for the $25 facility fee. This is my farewell column for the SeaBreeze, as Ken George will be assuming the 1st Vice Commander on July 1st. It has been both rewarding and a pleasure to have served the Post the last three years as 1st Vice in charge of Membership, and to have exceeded goal for all three of those years. Please support Ken’s efforts in the coming year to grow our membership.

All the best. Ken Ulrich,1st Vice Commander

ARMY 1 s t V I C E C O M M A N D E RKEN ULRICH

Post 1,000 Members Post 1,000 Members are invited to visit Post 291 during the first year of their membership. All Post 1,000 Members with more that 12 months membership will not be permitted at our Post. You are required to join a post of your choice to continue access to Post 291. Bicycle Rack Bicycles are ONLY allowed to be secured/parked in the designated bike racks, and prohibited from being locked to anything other than the assigned bike racks located at the front of our Post in Veterans Park. Open Containers in Parking Lot Removal of open containers of alcoholic beverages from the Post is prohibited. Beverages in our parking lot are permitted only when returning to marina slips or the guest dock with beverages that have been purchased in our bar. ID Cards at Parking Gate and Front Entry All members should be ready to present a current Post 291 ID Card when entering the Post parking lot or the Post front door. ID at the Bar Members and guests are required to provide current photo iden-tification while ordering alcoholic beverages when requested by Servers or Bar Tenders.

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My Fellow Veterans,As I sat and wrote this article I pondered what I was going to write and the message I wanted to deliver. I reflected on the impact our post had over the last 5 years while I served as the 3rd Vice Commander. A duty I will always hold near and dear

to my heart as long as I remain a Legionnaire. 3rd Vice Commander is the greatest most rewarding job within the Post and the Legion as a whole. It’s a position where you can really effect change through 2 of the 4 pillars; Children & Youth and Americanism.

In my tenure as the 3rd Vice Commander, the Post held 4 Oratorical Contests distributing $2,100 in scholarships money. The Boys State Panel conducted over 250 interviews and selected 125 of the best and brightest delegates. Of those Delegates an average of 1 person a year was selected to attend a service academy. The Post now sponsors 15 Cub Scout Packs and one Naval Sea Cadet Battalion. The Scouts have molded young boys into productive Americans by promoting God, country, and honor much like our Legion. The Sea Cadets upon graduation, over 40% enlist in our country’s armed services.

Where am I going with this? Our Post effects change every day whether you see or not; the post works the programs that are proven tried and true to our name in that we “Support 100% Americanism”. However the Post and Legion does not work by itself, it requires members, dedicated volunteers who believe in the legion cause, the fight, the principals and morals our country was founded on. I say this with a heavy heart and at the same time with zeal. As much as I could easily sit year after year as the 3rd Vice Commander I must answer a higher calling. A calling that comes from my fellow legionnaires, my peers, my heart and I must answer that call.

3 r d V I C E C O M M A N D E RKEN GEORGE

Post 291 Elections Wednesday, May 11th

Polls Open from 3-7 pm6 pm $10 Buffet Dinner

7 pm General Meeting and Election resultsMust bring current 2016 Post 291 Membership card

and be in good standing to vote. Grass parking available.

I have been asked and endorsed by our Post to run for District 29 Commander and as the Post 1st Vice Commander, two very big jobs that require a lot of attention and dedication. Ken Ulrich is not running for 1st Vice Commander this year. Over the last 3 years he has done an unbelievable job with membership meeting goals and growing year after year. I have very big shoes to fill in matching Ken’s accomplishments and growing the Post membership. I wish Ken the very best and I say thank you for your dedication and passion as a post leader.

As we move forward it is my intent to continue our membership goals and continue to be the largest post north and west of Florida. We will continue to grow staying on the path to be the largest post in the nation. As I myself move forward within the Legion Leadership ranks I leave behind a position that will I always oversee from afar.

Sandy Schneeberger is running for 3rd Vice Commander and taking my place. Sandy is hard working, dedicated and holds the same principals we uphold as a legion. I recently worked with Sandy on District Boys State she exemplifies the qualities needed to fulfill any Post Officer Position. I wish her the best of luck as she takes on a larger role. Sandy has my full support as our incoming 3rd Vice Commander and I ask you to support her too. On May 11th we will hold our Post elections, most everyone is running unopposed but that does not mean you should not come out and vote. More importantly we as a board need your support to fulfill our duties; we need you to volunteer, attend general meetings and take ownership of your post. I challenge all members to bring your cover and attend at least 4 general meetings this year.

Thank you every one that supported me as the 3rd Vice Commander and I ask that you continue to support me as I serve as the District Commander and Post 1st Vice Commander simultaneously.

For God and County,

Ken George3rd Vice Commander



April winds brought

a preview of the beautiful summer to come at the Post!

May is Poppy Month and will be officially declared by the Newport Beach City Council Tuesday, May 10th at 7pm. Please join us, Miss Poppy and Junior Miss Poppy, at the meeting to show Newport Beach how we roll! Don’t forget to return your Remembrance cards with your

donation. All the funds raised go towards Veterans’ programs. All of the love raised helps us remember and honor all those who have given their lives so that we may live in freedom.

The Field of Honor with placement of 1776 flags, will be held May 20th-22nd with the dedication ceremony Saturday, May 21st at 12noon. This is a lovely tribute to the fallen which complements the Post Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday, May 30th.

The Auxiliary participated in a baby shower for Veteran/Active Duty Moms-to-be at the Long Beach VA Hospital. We donated whale shaped bath tubs filled with newborn necessities provided by Post members. Great thanks came from wonderful group of women!

The next Troop Shipping has been scheduled for Saturday, May 7th at 10am under the Patio Big Top Tent. Time to ramp up those donations for our men, women and dogs overseas to show much we care! Full list of suggested items available on the website at ALA291.com.

Join us Monday nights for Cucumel’s Compassionate Carpet making at 6pm-8pm to learn how to knit them, crochet them or just help make the plastic yarn. We asking for a moratorium on bag donations due to storage constraints.

Unit 291 always need lots of help with committees, projects and events. Full contact information is available at the website “ALA291.com” under the Programs tab. We try to stay in more immediate touch via Facebook under the group “ALA Unit 291” so please join the fun in whichever way works for you! If you are not receiving the weekly emails you can now sign up on the ALA291.com website or just email me.

See you at our General Meeting on Wednesday, May 18th at 6:30pm!

With your help, “Supporting our Legion Family”Cat Katz, President, Unit 291

A U X I L I A R Y P R E S I D E N TCAT KATZ

Miss Poppy Taylor (lefts) and Junior Miss Poppy Kylie

Girls State delegates for June 2016

Baby booty for our local women Vets!

TROOP SHIPPING JUST IN TIME FOR MEMORIAL DAY

BRING FUN FOR OUR OVERSEAS TROOPS & CANINE CORP TO THE

POST !!!

WE WILL ALSO NEED HELP ON SATURDAY, MAY 7TH @ 10 AM!

A GOOD TIME IS ALWAYS HAD BY ALL. BE SURE TO CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF ITEMS NEEDED.



Ahoy . . . From the Commodore.

April has come and gone with lots of successful events your yacht club has sponsored, starting with the ever popular Easter Egg Hunt with all of your children and grandchildren having a great time. I think it took two minutes for all of 300 eggs to be found. Other Events that we

sponsored were the Whale Regatta, General Membership Meeting, and Cruise to Dana Point.

Also a high light of the month was a Sail/Cruise on the Bay for our Wounded Warriors. Our veterans and families were treated to brunch and followed by the Sail/Cruise.

ALYC was also involved in the Newport to Ensenada International Sailboat race, by hosting the sendoff party. Great band, good food and most of all the camaraderie of the participants and their friends. Judging from the comments I received it was a huge success.

Looking forward Opening Day which will be held on Sunday May 1, starting at 10:00AM this will be an outstanding event as it is our 50th Anniversary Celebration.

Monday May2, 2016 will be the return of the Sundowner Sailboat Series, race 1 of 16. If you plan on participating make sure to sign up on line ASAP.

We are planning a cruise to Alamitos Bay May 13, 14, &15th. This is always a fun cruise please plan on joining us either by land or by sea. Please check on line for details and sign-up sheets.

May 25th will be the dive club meeting held in the hut I have attended many of these meetings they are fun and very informative please join them if you’re interested in diving are snorkeling.

Remember all of your yacht club information is on line so check back regularly for any updates and changes to our plans.

Get involved with and participate in your yacht club’s activities. Neil Hardin, [email protected]

ARMY C O M M O D O R ENEIL HARDIN

CRUISE RACEDIVE FISH

Fun day at the Raft Up

Some of our catch while fishing on the ocean

P A Y I N G T R I B U T E T O T H O S E W H O S E R V E

SATURDAY, MAY 21, 2016

CELEBRATEARMED FORCES

DAY at POST 291

LUNCH: 11 AM - 3 :00 PMBURN YOUR OWN ALL DAY

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Celebrate Memorial Day at Post 291

Monday, May 3011am Ceremony at Pacific View Memorial Park

3500 Pacific View Drive, Corona del Mar, CA

1pm Ceremony at American Legion Post 291The Mountain Fife and Drums

Post Everlasting Petals on the Bay

Box Lunch served after ceremony in Main HallDAVE ALCANTAR under the Big Top 1-5pm

Burn Your Own available all day

GRASS PARKING AVAILABLE

M e m o rial DayWe e kend

M ay 27 - May 30Sp end Memorial Day We ekend at Post 291!

Enjoy gre at we ather, waterfront dining, and the bar is always op en .

Friday Night Dining 5-8 pm • Dancing to Don Ross 6-10 pmSaturday afternoon Whiskey Hayride 1-5 pm

Sunday afternoon Z-Bops 1-5 pmMonday-Memorial Day at the Post!

Ceremony in Hall 1 pm. Box Lunch follows. Dave Alcantar 1-5 pmSaturday Lunch 11:30-3 pm

Sunday Breakfast 9:30-Noon • Lunch 12:30-3 pmBurn Your Own everyday!

M a rk your calendars !Please Check event flye rs on we b s i te for more info rm a t i o n .



ELECTION RULES

Post 291 Elections,2016 Campaign Rules for Nominated Candidates No 0ne is allowed to move, remove, or deface a posted candidate’s materials.Campaign materials may be posted only on the ELECTION CENTER White Board after close of nomination, Wednesday April 13, 2016 Posted Campaign Materials: Flyers, hand-bills and other printed materials limited size no larger than 8.5” x 11” size Post only on designated election space on the white board located in the front of the Post Main Hall NO other campaign materials to be posted on ANY boards, walls, glass, windows, mirrors, fences, in ANY Post room including but not limited to Bar, Restaurant, View Room, Fireside Room, Patio, Parking Lot, Marina, or Rest Rooms NO campaign materials may be posted on ANY “city or public property” in view of the Post including but not limited to Veterans Park, Public Beach, or Public Dock. NO negative campaigning. Candidates must run on their own merits and record at Post 291 or other American Legion offices or positions Hand-Out Campaign Materials: Flyers, hand-bills and other printed materials limited size no larger than 8.5” x 11” size. Materials may be handed directly to interested members or guests. NO printed material holders or stacks (piles) can be left on tables anywhere in Main Hall or in other rooms such as Bar, View Room, Fireside Room, Patio, or Marina.Materials, such as campaign buttons, may be worn on clothing subject to size restrictions. “Tickets” or Slates: Election “Tickets” or Slates (exclusive list of candidates) may not be posted or distributed unless the Election Committee has received written permission from all slate candidates to use their name on an election slate for the candidate. Endorsements may not be used unless ‘endorsing party’ has submitted written statement of endorsement to the Election Committee. Day Before Election - Tuesday, May 10, 2016ALL campaign materials must be removed from the Post premises by 3 pm the day before the election. Election Day - Wednesday, May 11, 2016NO election campaign material may be handed-out during the day of the election ON POST PROPERTY, including the Post Parking Lot. Electioneering, if any, must be conducted ‘off-site’. The sidewalk in front of the Post and the alley leading to the Post parking lot are permissible. Enforcement: Should any candidate be found in violation of any the above Campaign Rules by the Election Committee, the Election Committee Chairman shall inform the candidate immediately in writing or verbally of the specific violations, with instructions to correct the violation(s) immediately or no later than within twenty-four (24) hours of receipt. Non-Compliance: If the Candidate in violation complies with the Election Committee instruction within twenty-four (24) hours, there shall be no disciplinary action. If the Candidate in violation of the Campaign Rules DOES NOT comply within twenty-four (24)hours upon receipt of the violation notice, the Election Committee Chairman shall inform the Post Adjutant in writing that the candidate is not in compliance. The Adjutant will then inform the Post Commander, who will place the violation on the agenda for the next scheduled E-Board meeting, or call a Special E-Board meeting, depending on the timing of the violation and proximity to election date. The E-Board shall vote to impose a penalty of candidacy disqualification,

with a Simple majority to pass. If passed, the violating candidate shall be disqualified from election. All campaign and election questions should be addressed to: Post Election Committee Chairman: John Lindgren, 949-721-1475, [email protected] Members: Jon Reynolds, Dan Ferrari

Newport Harbor Post 291Election Committee GuidelinesElection Day – Wednesday, May 11. 20161. The Election Committee Chairman is John Lindgren. The

committee will be comprised of three post members in good standing who are not running for office in the current election and if currently holding office their term expires with the election.

2. The Election Committee will obtain a consolidated Post membership roster to validate eligibility of Post members to vote.

3. Polls Hours – 3:00 pm and close at 7:00 pm. Ballots will be counted after 7:00 pm

4. The election will follow the guidelines set out in the Officers Manual

a. Ballots will be given to identified voting members only. The names of candidates for each office will be be printed on the ballot. The identity of the voter must not be writen or indicated in any way on the ballot as it is a secret vote

b. The vote cast for each office must be preserved in such a manner that if the election is questioned, the votes may be verfied by a recount. If printed ballots are used, the election committee places the voted ballots in a sealed packet together with its report (signed by at least a majority of the Election Committee), and delivers the packet, sealed, to the adjutant. This sealed packet shall not be opened except by order of the Board for the purposes of verifying the vote, or destroying the packet

c. The form of the report of the Election Committee for each office to be filed is as follows (example): “For Commander – Number of votes cast – 30; necessary for election – 16; Brown received – 19; Jones received – 10; Green received – 1”

d. After the vote for all officers has been read (largest vote for each office started first), the names of the committee members signing the report are read, their report is handed to the Commander, and the reporting member sits. The Commander announces who is elected.

5. The Tabulation Form used this year can be used in subsequent elections.

6. Special paper will be used for ballots so duplication is difficult7. The area outside and inside the Post will be monitored for any

non-legal campaign activity by a third party group (security) on election day and while polls are open

8. All candidates for elective office including appointed officers must be vetted by the Election Committee to validate proper Post 291 membership

9. Election results will be published, including vote count, in an all-Post 291 Constant Contact Notice as well as published in the June 2015 SeaBreeze

10.The Election Committee may appoint other members in good standing to check membership cards, verify eligibility, and hand out ballots. ALL counting, recording, and reporting of ballots shall be the sole responsibility of the three appointed members of the Election Committee.

NEWPORT HARBORPOST 291

Election of Officers & Executive Committeefor Command Year 2016-2017

will be held Wednesday, May11, 2016.

NOMINATIONS FOR ELECTED OFFICERS AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE will be held at theMarch and April General Membership Meetings. All General Membership Meetings are held onSecond Wednesday of the month; Call to Order at 7 pm.

• March 9, 2016: First Nominations will be heard at the General Membership Meeting• April 13, 2016: Second Nominations will be heard at the General Membership Meeting• May 11, 2016: Election Day –– polls will open at 3:00 pm and close at 7:00 pm.

MEMBER NOMINATIONS: After the Second Nominations; the names of the candidates will beposted on the Post 291 Election bulletin board, in the May SeaBreeze Newsletter and on the Postwebsite at al291.com.

VOTE POLLING PLACE: Newport Harbor Post 291: Members must present a current 2016Membership card at the Post polling place to receive a ballot. There is NO proxy or online voting.Ballots will be counted after the polls close. Election results will be announced upon completionof Election Committee ballot count.

COMMAND AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OFFICER NOMINATIONS ARE:

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: 3 Year Term - Must vote for TWO Don Putzig, incumbent Al Yarrington, Paul Gerst, candidates

EXTRACT FROM NEWPORT HARBOR POST 291 BYLAWS:7.5.2 Nominations – The call for nominations must be announced at the March and AprilGeneral Meetings prior to the election at the May General Meeting and published in theofficialPost Newsletter. The call for nominations shall also include the date, time, and place fornominations and the election and any related rules. Nominees must appear before theElectionCommittee to substantiate their eligibility.

ELECTION NOTICE

OFFICERS - 1 Year Term - Second Nominations 04/13/2016

Commander . . . . . . . . incumbent Doug Nye1st Vice Commander candidate Ken George2nd Vice Commander incumbent Roger Henry3rd Vice Commander candidate Sandy SchneebergerFinance Officer . . . . incumbent Paul MeyeSgt-at-Arms . . . . . . . . incumbent “Skipper” Tim BercovitzHistorian . . . . . . . . incumbent Patti CarsonChaplain . . . . . . . . incumbent Bill Bennett

ELECTION NOTICE



Pancake Breakfast, 7:00-11:00 am - Open to PublicLunch, Noon-5:00 pm - BigTop Patio

ALYC Old Glory Boat Parade, starts at 1:00 pmRock Music, 1:00-5:00 pm - BigTop PatioJazz Music, 5:00-9:00 pm - BigTop Patio

Fireworks Across the Bay, 9:00-10:00 pmFood, Drink, Kid Games and Raffle Prizes

Celebrate at Post 291

July 4th kicks off Post 291’s Service Year.This event helps support the American Legion’s

veteran, community, and youth programs.

Mark your calendar for this all-day event! Details to come.

All Members Welcome!The American Legion Newport Harbor Post 291

2016-2017 Installation of Legion Family Elected Officers

Sunday, June 5th4:00 pm Cocktail Hour & Hors-d’oeuvres4:45 pm Call to Order5:00 pm Installation of Auxiliary Officers5:30 pm Installation of SONs Officers6:00 pm Installation of Legion Officers6:30 pm Buffet Dinner $15 donation

Music provided by Mike McKennaReservations Required 949-673-5070

Dress Attire: Post Officers Legion Uniform & CoverGuests: California Casual

American Legion Post 291215 15th StreetNewport Beach, CA 92663

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MOTHER’S DAYChampagne Brunch 10:00-2:00Mike McKenna 10:00-2:00TRICIA FREEMAN 1:00-5:00

Breakfast 9:30 — 12:00Lunch 12:30 — 3:00ERIC TURNER

BigTop Patio: 1:00-5:00

Breakfast 9:30 — 12:00Lunch 12:30 — 3:00

LISTENBigTop Patio: 1:00-5:00

MEMORIAL WEEKENDBreakfast 9:30 — 12:00

Lunch 12:30 — 3:00Z-BOPS


Lunch 11:30 Spaghetti Thursday

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MEMORIAL WEEKENDLunch 11:30 - Dinner 5:00

Dancing 6:00-10:00DON ROSS

MEMORIAL WEEKENDLunch 11:30 — 3:00

WHISKEY HAYRIDEBigTop Patio: 1:00-5:00

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DINNER: Wed-Fri 5:00-8:00pm · Tue: Tacos 4:00-8:00pm · Burn Your Own Every Day

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“Go to the Post and Cast Your Vote”

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Breakfast 9:30 Lunch 12:30OUTPLAY BigTop: 1:00-5:00Mike McKenna (Hall) 4:00-8:00Legion Family Installation

Breakfast 9:30 — 12:00Lunch 12:30 — 3:00

PAUL ESHELMANBigTop Patio: 1:00-5:00

FATHER’S DAYBreakfast 9:30 Lunch 12:30

ERIC TURNERBigTop Patio: 1:00-5:00

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LISTENBigTop Patio: 1:00-5:00

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Lunch 11:30 — 3:00WHISKEY HAYRIDEBigTop Patio: 1:00-5:00

Lunch 11:30 — 3:00RETROS


Lunch 11:30 - Dinner 5:00GRUMPS

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Lunch 11:30 - Dinner 5:00Z-BOPS

SockHop: 6:00-10:00

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ALYC OPENING DAYBreakfast 9:30 — Lunch 12:30

OUTPLAYBigTop Patio: 1:00 - 5:00

ARMED FORCES DAYLunch 11:30 — 3:00

TBDBigTop Patio: 1:00-5:00

MEMORIAL DAYPacific View & Post CeremonyDAVE ALCANTAR

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