District Meetings:
District 22 meeting schedule is also posted on District website
April 13, 2008 0900 District 22 Meeting Post 149, Escondido
May 10, 2008 1000 District 22 E-board Post 310, San Diego
June 1, 2008 0900 District 22 Meeting Post 282, La Mesa
District Commander’s Visitation Schedule (subject to change) | April 1: Post 310 Meeting
April 2: Post 303 Meeting
April 12: Post 468 Meeting
April 13: District Meeting at Post 149
April 17:Job Fair at Qualcomm
April 19: Post 853 Meeting
April 26: Post 619 Meeting
May 6: Post 201 Meeting
May 8: Post 731 Meeting
May 10: E-Board Meeting at Post 310
May 10: Legion Bingo
May 13: Post 867 Meeting | May 14: Post 416 Meeting
May 17: Boys State Lunch at Post 282
May 19: Post 282 Meeting
May 23: Post 332 Meeting
May 26:Mt. Soledad event
May 27:Post 451 Installation
May 31: PCC Meeting at Post 820
June 1: District Meeting at Post 282
June 7:Job Fair at VM&MC
June 14: Legion Bingo
June 15: Area Meeting in Buena Park
June 18-22: Department Convention - Bakersfield |
District On-line Posts:
City: Escondido, Post 149
E-mail contact: Art-L@calegionpost149.org (Art Lubben, Newsletter Editor/Webmaster)
Post website: http://www.calegionpost149.org/
City: La Mesa, Post 282
E-mail contact: post282adjutant@yahoo.com (Julie Kneipp, Post Adjutant)
Post website: http://www.lamesapost282.org
City: Chula Vista, Post 434
E-mail contact: alegionpost434@nethere.com (George Columbo, Webmaster)
Post website: http://post434.homestead.com/
City: San Diego, Post 460
E-mail contact: Ben@americanlegionpost460.com (Ben Hyde, Post Commander)
Post website: http://www.post460.com
City: Julian, Post 468
E-mail contact: commander@julianpost468.org
Post website: http://www.julianpost468.org
For more information about a Post in the 22nd District, click on the name of the Post in the following list or the maps. Green stars indicate Posts with a Post home and Clubroom... click here
District Post Meeting Location:
Post | Post Name | Post Meeting Location | Meet Date(s) | 6 | San Diego | 3563 Adams Ave, San Diego | 3rd Thursday | 146 | Oceanside | 2017 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside | 3rd Saturday | 149 | J. B. Clark | Veterans Memorial Building
230 E Park Ave, Escondido | 3rd Tuesday | 201 | Dewitt C. Mitchell | 4061 Fairmount Ave, San Diego | 1st Saturday | 255 | Larry E Bennett | 35 E 18th St, National City | 3rd Thursday | 258 | Alpine | 3328 Alpine Blvd, Alpine | Last Saturday | 275 | La Jolla | Shelby's Restaurant
6737 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla | 3rd Thursday | 282 | La Mesa | 8118 University Ave, La Mesa | 2nd Tuesday | 303 | El Cajon | Bostonia Recreation Center
1049 Bostonia St, El Cajon | 1st Wednesday
(except Aug) | 310 | Dennis T. Williams | 465 47th St, San Diego | 1st Tuesday | 332 | Ramona | 1406 Montecito, Ramona | 4th Thursday | 364 | Lakeside | Community Room
9395 Harriott Rd, Lakeside, CA | 3rd Tuesday | 365 | Alvin Myo Dunn | 321 S Santa Fe Ave, Vista | 1st Wednesday | 416 | San Dieguito | 210 F St, Encinitas | 2nd Wednesday | 434 | Chula Vista | 47 5th Ave, Chula Vista | 2nd Thursday | 451 | San Diego Women's | War Memorial Veterans Building
Balboa Park, San Diego | 4th Tuesday
(except Jun - Aug & Dec) | 460 | Albert J. Hickman | 7815 Armour St, San Diego | 1st Wednesday | 468 | Lincoln Deming | 2503 Washington St, Julian | 2nd Saturday | 479 | Poway | VFW Building
12342 Old Pomerado Rd, Poway | 1st Thursday | 492 | San Diego Downtown | Members Homes | 3rd Wednesday | 537 | City Service | Veterans War Memorial Building
Park Ave, San Diego | 4th Monday | 552 | Pacific Beach | VFW Hall
853 Turquoise St, San Diego | 3rd Thursday | 619 | Morris F. Richardson | 35109 Highway 79, Warner Springs | 3rd Monday | 625 | Leyte | FAVA Hall
2926 Market St, San Diego | 1st Friday Bi-Monthly | 731 | Larry E. Holmberg | 7245 Linda Vista Rd, San Diego | 2nd Thursday | 776 | Fallbrook | VFW Post 1924
1175 Old Stage Rd, Fallbrook | 3rd Thursday | 820 | Imperial Beach | 1268 Palm Ave, Imperial Beach | 4th Tuesday | 853 | Borrego Springs | 3515 Borrego Springs Rd, Borrego Springs | 3rd Saturday | 867 | Charles W Turner | 700 E Naples Ct, Chula Vista | 1st Thursday |
District Local Post On-line Newsletters: District Scribe News:
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District 22 Newsletter Link
http://www.calegiondistrict22.org/Newsletters/index.htm
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THE AMERICAN LEGION We’re on the web at: www.calegiondistrict22.org
Department of California, 22nd District
March / April 2008 Newsletter (shown below for your convenience)
The COMMANDER’S CORNER by Diane DeVries
What a Legion year this has been! We have accomplished a lot, but still have much to do.
First, our membership is sagging. As of March 20th, our District still needs to sign up 847 members for 2008 to reach 100%. This seems like a monumental task, but we can do it. Now is the time to contact those members who have not renewed their memberships for 2008. They receive periodic reminder notices from National, but a phone call might be just the thing to encourage them to renew. Also, look to your community for a source of new members; a local National Guard Unit or military base has tons of potential members. Do you have any “Request to Transfer to Local Post” coupons still sitting around? Give that Post 1000/DMS member a call and explain the value of him/her joining your Post. Together we can do this!
There has been much confusion on the dues notices distributed by the District Finance Officer. District dues were never collected for 2006-2007 so we are trying to recoup those funds. If you received a dues notice please reconcile it at the next District meeting.
I would like to commend District Americanism Chairperson Maggie Mudd for the wonderful job she did with this year’s Naturalization Ceremony held on March 19th at Golden Hall. The guest speaker, Department Commander Howard Darter, gave an inspirational speech. Over 1600 new citizens from 89 different countries were sworn in.
Have you read the latest edition of the California Legionnaire? District 22, once again, is highlighted in several articles. Thanks to everyone who has taken the time to submit an article.
Our end-of-year events are in full swing. I see the Posts are diligently working on their Boys State programs under the guidance of District Boys State Chairman Scott Williams. I look forward to meeting the candidates at the Boys State Lunch which will be held on May 17th at 2 pm at Post 282.
District Service Officer Randy Floyd is working out the details for this year’s Stand Down. Our day for meal preparation is July 11th and volunteers are welcomed. Thanks to all Posts who have donated to this year’s Stand Down.
At our next District meeting on April 13th we will hold 1st nominations for Officers for 2008-2009. There are many positions available for those who have a little time to devote to The American Legion.
Lastly, without sounding redundant, I hope everyone is working on their end-of-year reports. These reports are time-consuming, but ever so important as they justify our existence and document the wonderful things we are doing on a daily basis. Please remember to submit the District copy to Rick DeVries.
I look forward to seeing you during my next round of Posts visits (see end of newsletter). If you have a Post event you would like me to attend please let me know.
Membership Status (Standings as of 3/20/08)
Post Name % of Goal
6 San Diego 90.68
146 Oceanside 95.43
149 J. B. Clark 89.79
201 Dewitt C. Mitchell 86.39
255 Larry E. Bennett 96.48
258 Alpine 89.90
275 La Jolla 95.28
282 La Mesa 90.04
303 El Cajon 110.93
310 Dennis T. Williams 77.17
332 Ramona 86.67
365 Alvin Myo Dunn 89.46
416 San Dieguito 89.39
434 Chula Vista 93.69 | Post Name % of Goal
451 SD Women's 91.43
460 Albert J. Hickman 80.83
468 Lincoln Deming 101.10
479 Poway 96.65
492 San Diego Downtown 81.82
537 City Service 88.68
552Pacific Beach 87.90
619 SSgt Allan K. Walker 115.00
625 Leyte 27.27
731 Larry E. Holmberg 92.40
820 Imperial Beach 91.89
853 Borrego Springs 95.71
867 Charles W. Turner 89.81
Total for District 22 91.03 | 1. All membership cards must be into Department NLT April 4th to be included on the 2009 register.
2. Delegate Strength date is May 6, 2008. |
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Adjutant
The District 22 Adjutant position is vacant. It really is not a difficult job especially if you are computer savvy. The job basically consists of attending one meeting a month, recording minutes and preparing a newsletter every other month. There are a few end-of-year reports to submit and filing of Post reports. If interested, please call Commander Diane DeVries. Until the Adjutant position is filled, please submit all correspondence to:
Rick DeVries, 1157 Surfwood Ln, San Diego, CA 92154 or email alegion255@aol.com.
Disaster & Emergency Services - Lowell Grimaud
Following the terrorist attacks on 9-11, 2001 we all became aware of the need to make preparedness a part of our lives. We in San Diego have had first hand experience with disaster with our wildfires of 2001, 2003 and 2007. We are also a prime target for terrorist attacks against our military installations, our major tourist attractions, or as the Intelligence Community has indicated the terrorist have talked about targeting our forests. I encourage all posts to establish regular contact with their local first responders; Law Enforcement and Fire. I encourage the posts in the rural areas to link up with their local Fire Safe Councils (FSC). Other posts should be part of the county; Neighborhood Watch and or Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT). Our state was just granted increased Homeland Security funding for Disaster Preparedness for our ports. Our Coast Guard Volunteer program and the Neighborhood Watch Community Action teams training has been expanded to include being aware of the threat of acts of Terror. Our community remains susceptible to; earthquakes, wildfires, tidal or other flooding and acts of terror. I encourage all post commanders to review our District 22 Disaster Plan and make Disaster Planning a topic of your E Board or Post Meetings.
Law & Order
Fellow Legionnaires.
I have had the fortunate experience of chairing a successful Law and Order program at J. B. Clark Post 149 since the early 90's. A legacy left to me by the late Jimmie Hayes, Past Vice Commander Area 5. Jimmie instilled in me the knowledge and attitude that we need to honor our community law enforcement, fire fighters and citizens whose acts support the efforts of public safety. I offer my experience and assistance to any post in District 22 that wishes to begin a similar program.
Who would qualify for recognition by your post? Any sworn law officer, fire fighter, EMT/Paramedic, or civilian in support of their efforts. So your looking at metro police, sheriff's departments, CHP, Marshals, you get the idea. Also, did you know that the Armed Forces of the US qualify? Yes, in an act of preserving the civil law and peace or life saving. (Not to include war time armed conflict).
The program is best when it is self supporting, in other words, doesn't cost the post and money. If you would like to look into starting a program at your post, email me at: ashercarl@aol.com or write to me:
Carl Asher, 276 N. El Camino Real #19, Oceanside, CA 92058-1728
I would be glad to come to your post meeting and give a brief talk, then answer questions after the meeting. Or as an individual, if you would like to look into chairing a Law and Order program for your post, I would be pleased to meet with you and explain the program.
Oratorical
The District 22 Oratorical Contest was held February 2nd. There were only 2 contestants this year: Marissa Evans sponsored by Post 6 and Russell York sponsored by Post 255. Marissa was awarded 2nd place and a $200 scholarship. Russell was awarded 1st place and a $400 scholarship. Russell went on to compete at the Area 5 contest, coming in second there. A special thanks to Frank Zugaj for his work with this program.
Good of the Legion:
FOR SALE: American Legion grave plot at Greenwood Memorial Park & Mortuary. Available as either a single grave site or as an “over/under” double. $6,000 value (as a single). (Greenwood will sell the capacity to become a double for $3,000 normal price, or during the month of March for $1,445).
Other costs associated with Greenwood:
- $250 transfer fee (waived if you purchase the following)
- $1,195 open and closing cost
- $1,295 + tax for Vault (what the casket goes into)
- $1,500 + tax approximate price for headstone
- Seller will accept best offer over $5,000
Peter B. Stafford (son of original owner)
619-987-4024 cell phone
Peter.Stafford@20-20Advisors.com
District 22 sponsors BINGO the second Saturday of every month at the Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAMC) in La Jolla.
The Second Session of the 110th Congress is now underway and major political parties are currently in the process of selecting their candidates for Congress and President. Now more than ever, it is imperative that everyone does his or her part in the electoral process in Getting Out the Vote!
The American Legion recently released two new publications for distribution to the public throughout the 2008 elections. The American Legion, VOTE America ’08, Guide to Promoting the “Get Out the Vote” Program encourages voter registration, voter education and voter participation in all elections. This pamphlet suggests activities on how American Legion Posts can increase the turnout. Veterans traditionally respond to this call to become actively involved in the electoral process and are the most likely to cast their ballots on Election Day. The American Legion’s goal is to encourage more Americans, especially veterans and the military family abroad, to vote.
The other pamphlet entitled, The American Legion, Policy on Illegal Immigration, A Strategy to Address Illegal Immigration in the United States offers The American Legion’s assessment of illegal immigration and a strategy on how to effectively address this issue. Everyone is encouraged to read and understand this booklet as illegal immigration will be one of the most fiercely contested issues in many state and congressional elections, as well as the presidential campaign.
Both pamphlets are available for downloading on The American Legion website at www.legion.org. Click on the Publications & Resources icon and scroll down the Publications page to the Public Relations section.
Hard copies may be obtained through The American Legion Americanism, Children & Youth Division, P.O. Box 1055, Indianapolis, IN 46206. You may also make requests via phone at (317) 630-1203 or send e-mail to acy@legion.org.
Everyone is strongly encouraged to “spread the word” about these pamphlets and their availability for use during the 2008 campaign season.
Important Dates for submission of Post Reports - Law & Order Report due May 1
- Children & Youth Report due May 5
- Post Scouting Report due May 15
- James Fisk Award (Americanism) due May 30
- Women Legion Activity due May 30
- Chaplain’s Report due May 31
- Community Service Act Report due May 31
- Public Relations Award due June 1
- Legionnaire of the Year due June 5
- Consolidated Post Report due June 10*
- Department History Contest – submit Post narratives of yearbook to the Convention Headquarters Office in Bakersfield no late than 11 am on Friday, June 20.
- Certification of Delegates forms will be sent from Department to Posts in mid-May. The packet will contain your post’s delegate strength, delegate fee table and the cut-off date (May 6th) Membership Report. Also included in your packet will be the Certification of (new) Officers for 2008-2009 and Post Audit for 2007-2008. The Certification of Officers should be returned immediately after your election; the Audit (Certification-Examination Post Books of Accounts) is to be completed within 90 days of installation of new officers.
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