Message from Frank Tagliarini – 1/11/2012

Greetings Everyone,
Last nights meeting was a good time for all who showed. We had a couple new faces show up, Lt. Paige, Sgt. Lovett, Det. M. Moyer and Dep. B. Hartley. Everyone had some good laughs and exchanged some interesting stories. I had a conversation with someone who is having trouble opening attachments in the emails I have been sending. He is being asked for a password before the attachment can be opened and of course there is no password. If anyone can help please send me an email and I will get you in touch with this brother. With the new year I want to remind everyone again, we need your help in increasing our membership. Let our fellow employees know about what this organization is about. I will continue to send everyone the good, bad and just need to know news I am updated with by Brother Leanord.
I want everyone to understand that the lodge is for your use if you ever wish to go and use to bar, pool tables and just hang out. We ask that you not interrupt any events that it is rented for, but many members use it for their club meetings. Come and use the lodge that is what it is for. We also talked about having some sporting event gatherings at the lodge, such as Monday night football or fight nights. This would be for members and non-members would have to pay. I encourage you to bring non-members to introduce them to the lodge and membership.
The new membership cards are in my hands and I would like to get everyone their card saving postage. If you can send me your name and address so I can verify the address we have on file is still yours, I will get your card to me. Please do this and if you know of another member, can get their card to them, I will mail you both. We are law enforcement and brothers, we can trust each other. I promise I will not store your address or release it to anyone.
Thanks for your time and if anyone needs anything please call me.
Frank Tagliarini

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES – January 10, 2012

At approx 1930 hours President Couey called the meeting to order. Roll call of Officer’s was conducted with Jim Iverson and Richard Smith being excused.

Secretary Tagliarini gave the opening the prayer and followed with the pledge of allegiance.

Brother Paul Blanchard passed away. Brother Blanchard attended more meetings at our lodge than most members and was so very dedicated to the FOP. Brother Blanchard was always selling a T-shirt, a pin, or something to help fund the Police Memorial in Tallahassee. Brother Paul Blanchard will be missed by everyone.

Since Treasurer Iverson resigned his position as Treasurer, it was discussed with the board members and Anthony Bordonaro will fill in as the treasurer until the end of the 2012 term.

The reading of the minutes from the December meeting was waived as well as the Treasurer’s report.

The meeting was closed at 1950 hours.

Sad News – 12/20/2011

Past President Danny Lyons, Tampa Lodge 27 has died from his illness (leukemia).  Arrangements are to be announced. Please remember Danny and his family in your prayers.

It is with much sadness that I inform you that My friend and yours, Paul Blanchard has passed from this world into the hands of God this morning.  The family has requested that no flowers be sent and that any donations be made to the Florida State Memorial Foundation or the Famalies of Murdered Children, Southwest Chapter. A memorial service will be held after Christmas.
I will keep you informed of any other news I get from Chip Blanchard, his son. Please keep Paul’s family in your prayers.

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES – NOVEMBER 9, 2011

  • At approx 1930 hours President Couey called the meeting to order for regular business.
  • Prayer and Pledge given by Chaplain Smith.
  • Attendance called- VP Roger Tosdevine absent-excused
  • There was a motion by President Couey to accept last months minutes- seconded and approved
  • Treasurer Report given- Balance approx $6300.00
  • Thanks to Platinum Financial for last months dinner for Meeting
  • Sick and Distressed
    Offering taken for Patricia Mueller for her loss (House Fire). $210.00 given by members.
    Retired Sgt. Unger still in hospital needing Prayer
    Richard Smiths Daughters, Grandchildren also need prayer
    Please keep all of our Brothers and Sisters in your prayers.
  • As we have in the past, Ham and Turkey were served at the meeting. Great job to Bill and Rebecca for making dinner so yummy.
  • Door Prizes were waived to next months meeting
  • Director Gene Leonard gave report for District
  • January 5, is the next District Meeting in Polk County
  • January 18, 19, 20 2012 is next session for the Florida State Legislature, Many items on agenda going to effect public safety. State FOP offered to pay room and board for any Lodge #108 members wishing to help fight the negative agenda items.
  • Update on Roof status, it will be coated by contractor to help leaks, no charge
  • Richard, reminded everyone of the upcoming Veterans Day events and free dinners at numerous restaurants
  • Birthday dinner drawing was Nov 21st.
  • 50/50 winner- Major Hartley, He returned the winnings back to the lodge.
  • Cindy Wilson updated on the past yard sale, reported a profit.

 

Board Meeting

  • Attended by FOPA members Brenda Clamon and Cindy Williams
  • Reminder to attend district meetings
  • Discussion about cutting expenses, specifically electric bill
  • Discussed requiring a nominal fee from numerous clubs who utilize the lodge currently at no charge for the electric bill- recommended $10-$25.
  • FOPA offered $2000 to help with expenses however at this time it was held until a decision made on where it will go. Discussion was whether to put it towards expenses or the Scholarship fund
  • Also discussed replacing the carpet in the hall.

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES – OCTOBER 11, 2011

  • The General Membership Meeting was called to order at approx 1930 hours by President Couey.
  • After prayer and the pledge of allegiance the meeting was opened.
  • Roll call of Officers: All were present with the exception of Secretary Tagliarini and Chaplain Smith. Both were excused.
  • Since the Secretary was absent, and the accountant out of town, no reports were given.
  • President Couey inquired as to the sick and distressed. Please keep all of the Brothers and Sisters in your prayers.
  • President Couey thanked the cooks for an exceptional job. The dinner was provided by Platinum Financial (Scott and Keith)………..It was well appreciated.
  • President Couey thanked the members that showed up on the work day and did miscellaneous task to improve the lodge. Great job to all.
  • The birthday draw was conducted with no winner.
  • The 50/50 was conducted. The door prizes were given out and we hope everyone had a great night and will see you in November.
  • President Couey closed the meeting at 2000 hours after the closing prayer.
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