87th FRA National Convention Delegate Kit

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87th FRA National
Convention
Omni Bayfront Hotel
Corpus Christi, Texas
October 15-18,2014
USN. USMC. USCG
Delegate Kit
TABLE OF CONTENTS
REPORTS OF NATIONAL OFFICERS
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B.
C.
D.
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F.
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National President
National Vice President
National Executive Director
Finance Officer
Jr. Past National President
Regional Presidents
Regional President New England
Regional President Northeast
Regional President East Coast
Regional President Southeast
Regional President North Central
Regional President South Central
Regional President Southwest
Regional President West Coast
Regional President Northwest
National Chaplain
REPORTS OF NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS STAFF
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I.
National Service Officer, Veterans Affairs
Director, Marketing and Communications
REPORTS OF CHAIRMEN, STANDING AND SPECIAL NATIONAL COMMITTEES
J.
K.
L.
M.
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P.
Q.
R.
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National Committee on Americanism-Patriotism
National Committee on Budget and Finance
National Committee on Constitution, Bylaws and Resolutions
National Committee on Employees Pension
National Committee on Future Planning
National Committee on Hospitals, Welfare and Rehabilitation
National Committee on Legislative Service
National Committee on Membership and Retention
National Committee on Public Relations
National Committee on Youth Activities
OTHER REPORTS
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V.
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Z.
FRA Education Foundation
National Board of Directors Resolutions for Ratification by the 86th National Convention
Resolutions and Reports for Consideration of the 86th National Convention
Nomination to National Office Resolutions
Honorary Membership Resolutions
Constitution and Bylaws Resolutions, Standing Rule Resolution, Ritual Resolutions, and General Resolutions
Standing Rule 4
National Convention Committees
Voting Tally Sheet
Credentials Reports Form
Winners of National Committee Awards Tally Sheet
ANNUAL REPORT OF THE NATIONAL PRESIDENT
87th NATIONAL CONVENTION, FRA
OCTOBER 15-18, 2014, CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Shipmate National Officers, Past National Officers, Regional Officers, Past Regional Officers and Shipmates. It has
been an honor and privilege to represent and serve all the Shipmates as the National President after being installed at
the 86th National Convention in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
After the convention, I returned home to finalize my travel schedule. I then returned to National Headquarters in
November to meet with the new National Executive Director, Thomas Snee, Finance Officer, Steve Cox, NEDE Joe
Barnes, and all of the staff to become more acquainted with the interworking of the national headquarters. During
this time the NVP John Ippert made himself available for a sit down with me at headquarters to discuss the procedures and operation of the FRA and my views.
The NVP remained at Headquarters to be brief on the various sections of the headquarters staff responsibilities and
to familiarize himself with the interworking of the position as it relates to the operational day to day procedures.
I returned to National Headquarters to attend the Veterans Day Observance, the Marine Corps Birthday Ceremony at
the Marine Corps Monument where I was introduced to the Commandant of the Marine Corps and the Sgt. Major of
the Marine Corps and the Secretary of Defense Hagel. I attended the Marine Corps Birthday Ball at the Gaylord Hotel. On November 11th, 2013 I attended the events at the White House where I and PNP Helen Courneya along with
many other organizations were present to have breakfast at the White House. We then proceed to have a meet and
greet with President Obama and Vice President Biden. We proceeded to Arlington Cemetery as part of the National
Committee and we were bused over to the cemetery to attend the ceremony and wreath ceremony by the President.
We then laid a wreath presenting the FRA at the Tomb of the Unknowns. During this stay in Washington, D.C., I
also attended a barbeque hosted by Branch 67 and 181. I attended the Wreaths Across America ceremonies in Fernley, Nevada as it has become visible to many at Veteran’s Cemeteries through the country.
As the Pearl Harbor Events were scheduled I traveled to Hawaii in December to attend the festivities surrounding the
annual Pearl Harbor remembrance. It was an honor to be there to represent the FRA along with the LA FRA National
President Carolyn Whitaker. The National President, LA FRA, PNP Helen Courneya and other members from
Branch and Unit 46 boarded the ferry to the Arizona Memorial to observe the wreaths that are now placed at the
memorial prior to the visitation of all the Pearl Harbor survivors, families’ members and guests. The hospitality of
the Branch President, J. J. Johnson and spouse, PRPNW Noel Bragg and NVP John Ippert and many more who assisted in arranging the Command Visits, escorting me to Forces Pacific Commands, Joint Personnel Accounting
Command, Tripler Army and Veterans Hospital, MCB Kaneohe Bay. I also attended the Commemoration of the attack at Ewa Field, which will be remembered by generations to come. Branch 46 held their general meeting and had
organized a fund raiser for the building fund which I attended along with the LA FRA National President Carolyn
Whitaker and our families.
In January I attended the memorial services for PRPWC Lindell Clymer of Branch 48, San Francisco, CA. I returned
to National Headquarters to attend the Sailor of the Year awards, Navy Recruiter of the Year awards and luncheon. I
had the privilege of presenting a check to the U.S. Coast Guard at Cape May, New Jersey for their memorial fund.
The National Executive Director and I traveled to Corpus Christi, Texas for the sight inspection of the Hotel for the
87th National Convention.
February I returned to National Headquarters to attend the United States Marine Corps Combined Awards ceremony
at Marine Corps Base, Quantico, Virginia. This event was held by the Commandant of the Marine Corps. The U.S.
Coast Guard awards and luncheon was held to honor NEDE Joe Barnes by the Commandant of the Coast Guard at
the Coast Guard Headquarters. I left headquarters to attend the Southeast Mid-Year in Goose Creek, South Carolina.
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I attended the memorial services for T. I. King, PNP at Branch 61, Chula Vista, California. I traveled to Placerville,
CA to attend the Past Presidents Dinner, hosted by Branch and Unit 275.
As March rolled in I returned to headquarters to work out of the office and to testify on Capitol Hill where the
Armed Forces Committee held the annual meeting on Veterans Affairs. This was an unforgettable experience as the
National President. After leaving Washington, D.C., it was followed up by attending the Tennessee Caucus in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. I attended the West Coast Mid-Year Convention in Stockton, California and the South Central
Mid-Year in Shreveport, Louisiana.
April was a busy month once again, the National Board of Directors Meeting was held in Washington, D.C. The annual LA FRA Pilgrimage was held at Arlington National Cemetery in which I attended in support of the LA FRA.
Services were held at Arlington Cemetery for PRPWC Dan Johnson which I attended. The Hobson’s Memorial Services were held in Charleston, South Carolina and as the Guest Speaker for this event, it was my privilege to attend;
my sincere thanks to PNP Don Mucheck for arranging my visit and all hospitality shown during my stay. A memorial
service was held for Shipmate Kirchner, Branch 274 in Reno, Nevada which members and I participated in the twobell ceremony.
May, I traveled to Ogden, Utah for the institution of Unit 185 with the West Coast Regional President, Peter J.
McNamara and other members from the West Coast Region. We were escorted on a tour of the Veterans Home in
Ogden by PRPWC Shane Dunstan which is a five-star facility that has shown the quality of life for our veterans.
I traveled to Fallon, Nevada and met with West Coast Regional Vice President Larry Briggs and had another command visit with NAS Fallon in which they would open the doors and renew the partnership with command element
and the Fleet Reserve Association within the base. I met with the Sgt. Major of the Marine Corps to speak on behalf
of the FRA and how to maintain a working relationship to be able to empower the FRA to speak out about our mission for benefits of each person in the sea services. The understanding of the FRA is a well thought-out approach that
needs to be communicated through those branches near these commands that have now opened the doors to pass on
information and make a statement about our mission to keep our benefits intact for the future generation of sea service personnel.
The installation of Branch 296 officers were held in Auburn, California which I attended. I traveled to Washington,
D.C. to attend the Change of Command ceremony for the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard and the
Change of Command ceremony for the Commandant of the Coast Guard. Memorial Day Services at Arlington National Cemetery were observed with LA FRA National President Carolyn Whitaker and after the ceremony and
speech by President Obama, myself and National President LA FRA Carolyn Whitaker laid a wreath at the Tomb of
the Unknowns.
June, I was asked to be the installing officer for Branches 137, 192, and 274 of the West Coast Region to have this
opportunity as the National President was gratification for me. I attended the East Coast Regional Convention in
Williamsburg, Virginia.
July, I traveled to Washington, D.C. to attend the Budget and Finance Meeting at National Headquarters. LA FRA
Past National Chaplain Flo Marie Holcomb passed away during my stay, in which National Executive Director Tom
Snee, Past National Presidents LA FRA Doreen Huylebroeck and Helen Courneya traveled to Portsmouth, Virginia
to attend the services and support Shipmate PRPEC Ralph Holcomb during this trying time. Services were held for
Shipmate Bitanga of Branch 8 at Arlington National Cemetery, in which NED Tom Snee, PNP Gary Blackburn,
PRPEC Robert Washington and I attended. As we move forward in the association year, it has become increasingly
clear that our membership is dwindling down due to many memorial services that each of us have been attending.
August will be another month with many regional conventions. I traveled to Winterhaven, California to attend the
Southwest Regional Convention, followed-up by traveling to the North Central Regional Convention in Rochester,
Minnesota. Since being in the area, I traveled to National Headquarters to see the progress on the renovations of the
building before traveling to the Southeast Regional Convention in Jacksonville, Florida.
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September I traveled to Newburgh, New York for the Northeast/New England Regional Convention and on to Spokane, Washington for the Northwest Regional Convention. This wraps up the regional conventions for the association year.
During the association year, much of my time has been spent at National Headquarters with visits ranging from three
to ten days at a time each month. This has made these encounters of the National President more workable for the
communication with the National Executive Director and to the various staff members. The change-over in the staff
at headquarters became clear that we needed to be able to interconnect through the daily meetings and convey our
goals in every department of the association.
After the convention, our mission to resolve the pension plan has been rectified and completed as it was satisfied
with the Internal Revenue Service during December, 2013. The Fleet Reserve Association responsibilities and all
concerned participants have been made whole. The pension plan is no longer an obligatory liability.
The audit was conducted and I am pleased that the National Headquarters Financial section received an excellent
report. Three minor discrepancies were noted and corrected immediately.
I understand that in one year it is impossible to resolve the declining membership. I asked the National Vice President, along with membership and the outreach coordinator to explore and look at new ideas to increase membership
and address concerns of the members of the Fleet Reserve Association.
During the past year, I have made visits and telephone calls with National Headquarters and thus making contacts
with the Navy, Coast Guard, and the Marine Corps. We now have the distribution of the FRA Today in place at the
various recruiting stations across the country.
Access to major commands has been made available through command visits and senior staff NCO’s. I would submit
that if the branches that are near these bases would follow through with using base newspapers and submitting their
ads regarding what they have to offer in their respective area, it may be used as a recruiting tool.
The National Executive Director, Thomas Snee and I, have had the opportunity to meet with the E-10’s of the Navy,
Marine Corps and Coast Guard wherein, our relationship was forged and in each instance the outcome was positive
and has the chance of opening many doors for the Fleet Reserve Association on bases and renewed understanding of
the FRA’s mission and support for our armed services.
Working with the advertising and iMIS sections at headquarters, there is now a telephone app, which was fully developed for I-phones and Android phones, which allows members to follow and keep up-to-date with what is happening throughout the regions and Capitol Hill matters; there is also a branch locator. National Headquarters is presently working on another app to promote recruitment. These are a few of the ways that technology advances will
move the Fleet Reserve Association and bring the network information in line with the imminent future.
A new recruitment brochure and poster material was developed to assist in efforts of recruiting potential members.
The new look was established through many hours of meetings and brain-storming by the headquarters staff.
During the association year, National Executive Director Thomas Snee has made great strives in building a renewed
relationship with coalition members, senior enlisted and members of the United States Senate and Congress. The
NED has bridged these relationships to the point where the headquarters staff is being called to inquire about various
issues with a positive outcome in each occurrence.
The membership as a whole knows that there are two important issues: Membership and Revenues. I am thrilled to
report that the organization is financially sound due to excellent investments over the years, but a change was in order and this was discussed at the July 2014 Budget and Finance Meeting, wherein the Organizations Investment Advisor affirmed that we need to change our Bylaws to allow the National Board of Directors to make decisions allowing our investments to be moved more rapidly on advice of the investment firm. This would improve the FRA’s portfolio without having to wait until the National Convention, and money would not be lost. I have charged the Budget
Chairman and Finance Officer to work up a recommendation for the membership to consider.
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As to the revenue aspect of the association and the dwindling membership, it was passed by the 86th National Convention delegates to move forward with the renovations of the National Headquarters Building, so that the third floor
could be rented out; therefore, it would ensure the future of the association with this anticipated revenue.
The renovation has been completed and all of the headquarter’s staff occupies the office space on the second floor of
the building. Several potential tenants have shown interest and are being kept abreast of the timeframe and availability through the realtor, where the third floor will bring in approximately $124,000 dollars annually based on location
at $28.00 dollars a square foot.
This money will allow the line of credit to be repaid within two to three years versus the projected five years. This
will allow the association to sufficiently support member services due to the continuing decline in membership. This
will ensure the survival of the Fleet Reserve Association for generations to follow in the future.
During my tenure as National President, it was my pleasure to award three-40 year pins and two-60 year pins and
several National President’s Awards for shipmates who have distinguished themselves in keeping in the highest tradition of Loyalty, Protection and Service.
Even with all the accomplishments and doors that have been opened and relationships renewed this past year, we still
face the challenges of our membership numbers and how to develop and boost membership. This can only be done
with a positive attitude by our shipmates and innovative ideas of the branches and its members. We must reach out to
the younger service members with vigor and enthusiasm to educate them about the values and mission of the Fleet
Reserve Association. We must look forward to the future generations to take over the watch of the organization.
Mentoring our younger members as we move forward to instill the undertaking of the FRA, we will consequently
have the future of the association intact with new members renewing their membership dues and not being lost by
non-payment of dues. This has to be accomplished at the branch level and this will re-enforce local programs and
stress national commitment. The more members we have, the more our financial status is reinforced.
In closing, I want to thank each member of the National Board of Directors for their support and continued dedication to the association and our members.
A special thank you to Dana L. Wallace, National Chaplain, who has shown dedication in her performance of the
duties of this office. You have gone beyond the scope of your office.
Thanks to National Parliamentarian PNP F. Donald Mucheck for his unparalleled council and advice during the year.
It has been my pleasure to travel around and meet up with the Ladies Auxiliary National President, Carolyn Whitaker. I would like to express gratitude to the Ladies Auxiliary for their continuing support to the Fleet Reserve Association.
Shipmates that accepted the positions of committee chairmen; you have my deepest appreciation for everything that
is involved in being in the position, in keeping in the highest standard of the Fleet Reserve Association. Thank you!
The magnitude of degree in giving my significant expression of thanks to the National Executive Director, Thomas
Snee, National Finance Officer, Steve Cox, Director of Administration, Teresa Wiener, and the entire National
Headquarters Staff for their dedication and support. I would be remiss if I did not mention that with the turnover of
key personnel, that the headquarters staff showed admirable attributes to their jobs, and to the association with tireless effort to overcome all obstacles to ensure that the operation of the Fleet Reserve Association was focused and on
track. It goes to say that the FRA is in good hands when it comes to the business of the association headquarters and
the successes now and in the future. The headquarters staff is more than hired employees; they are the establishment
of the Fleet Reserve Association who is always in support of the membership and are ready to answer the questions
of each and every shipmate. With that said, you have my respect and support as being a loyal employee of the association.
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I wish to show appreciation to Junior Past National President, Mark Kilgore, for keeping the lines of communication
open during his tenure as National President, in maintaining what would be expected during my year as National
President.
Thank you to the National Vice President, John Ippert, for making himself available throughout the year. I sought to
keep the NVP informed on decisions at all times.
I would like to thank my biggest supporter, my wife Helen.
This concludes my report and I move it be accepted.
In Loyalty, Protection and Service,
VIRGIL P. COURNEYA
National President
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE NATIONAL VICE PRESIDENT
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National Officers, Shipmates, and Guests. Let me begin by stating that it was an honor to be elected National Vice President at the 86th National Convention held in Chattanooga,
Tennessee, 16-18 October, 2013. It was, indeed, an honor and a privilege to serve you this past year.
The first order of business after the convention in Chattanooga, was, you might say, “School Call at National Headquarters, 05-08 November. This Leadership Training was attended by our National President, Virgil Courneya and
myself. The training was conducted by our NHQ Staff lead by Joe Barnes, National Executive Director Emeritus and
Tom Snee, our current NED. Among topics discussed were – Revenue and Expenses, Accounting Processes, iMIS,
Staff Functions and Internal Controls, GAAP, Annual Budget Oversight, Reports and that was just the first day.” I
gained a lot of knowledge and insight into the mechanics of how our organization works, and I would like to thank
the NHQ Staff for their invaluable input.
On 06 November, I attended PNP Bob Bastian’s funeral at Arlington National Cemetery. He epitomized “Loyalty,
Protection and Service”. He will be missed.
Next I had the honor of attending the “Pearl Harbor Remembrance and WWII Memorial Dedication Ceremony” held
in Phoenix, Arizona, December 7th, 2013. It was an impressive event where 2 gun barrels, 1-14” barrel from the USS
Arizona, BB-39 and 1-16” barrel from the USS Missouri, BB-63 were unveiled at the WWII War Memorial at the
Wesley-Bolin Plaza in Phoenix, AZ. I want to thank Southwest Regional President Mick Fulton, and the Shipmates
of Branch 163 for their wonderful hospitality.
In February, 2014, NP Virgil Courneya asked me if I would attend the 22 nd Annual Mack McKinney Awards Ceremony to be held 07 February, 2014 in Jacksonville, NC. I said I would and I did. Actually, two Awards were presented; one to Mike McKinney and the other to Wayne Morris. The highlight of the trip for me was presenting
Shipmate John Vavro his 50-year pin at his home, and enjoying the company of PNT Bill Hemmingway and other
Branch 208 Shipmates. Again, their friendship and hospitality was phenomenal.
In March, my wife and I visited the Shipmates and Ladies of the South Central Region at their Mid-Year Convention, held 27 through 29 March. At the convention, I was able to update the delegates on the state of the FRA, specifically NHQ renovations. Convention Chairman JrPRPSC Bob Holcomb did a first rate job, and I want to thank him
for his hospitality. We then flew up to Groton, Connecticut, and paid a visit to Branch and Unit 20 and attended the
Northeast/New England Spring Meeting held 4 and 5 April. I would like to thank Regional President James E.
Brown, PNP George Hyland, Branch President Michael Wiemann and the Shipmates and Ladies of Branch and Unit
20 for their camaraderie and friendship.
In April, I attended the NBOD held at NHQ, 08-11 April. On 10 April, I attended the FRA Pinnacle Award Ceremony where the award was presented by NP Virgil Courneya to Representative Joe Wilson of South Carolina. Additionally on 12 April, I attended the LA FRA Pilgrimage held at the Arlington National Cemetery.
May was busy, starting with a trip back to Groton, Branch 20, to attend a Sailor of the Quarter presentation after
which I drove down to Arlington, VA. I then attended the Coast Guard CMC Change of Command Ceremony at the
USCG Base at Cape May, NJ on 22 May. On Memorial Day, 26 May, I joined NP Virgil Courneya when he presented a Wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. While in the area, I was able to visit Branches 24, 67 and 181. My
travels then took me to Williamsburg, VA where I attended the East Coast Regional Convention held 25-28 June. It
was “First Class” as usual. In July, it was off to the Budget and Finance Meeting held at NHQs 16-17 July and
chaired by PNP Gary Blackburn.
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There are no adequate words to express my sincere appreciation and gratitude to all of the Shipmates and Ladies for
the hospitality and camaraderie extended during my travels; this is, indeed, why I love this organization so much; no
matter where I go, or who I see, I’m always treated like family.
I would be truly remiss if I did not express my sincerest gratitude to Shipmate National President Courneya for his
communications with me, throughout the year. He ensured that I was kept abreast of current and potential issues;
and, he gave me the opportunity to provide input. He has been a great mentor and I am appreciative to have served
this past year as his National Vice President.
Last, but definitely not least, my heart goes out to my lovely wife of forty years. Marjorie, who’s understanding and
steadfast support made this year possible for me under extremely difficult circumstances.
So far I have flown over 64,396 miles and driven in excess of 2,346 miles. All National correspondence and National
Board of Directors Resolutions were responded to in a timely manner; and all funds received from the Fleet Reserve
Association were expended on Association business or returned.
I respectfully move that my report be received.
JOHN D. IPPERT
National Vice President
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE NATIONAL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Shipmates, my duties and responsibilities are set forth in Section 808, Constitution and By Laws (C&BL), Fleet Reserve Association (FRA). The following, reports my activities during the past year, October 2013-2014 since taking
office last year at the National Convention in Chattanooga, Tennessee. As this is my first report as the National Executive Director (NED), I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to serve the shipmates in this all important position. I
do not accept these responsibilities lightly but in the vein that will act in the best interest of the FRA in all of its
components. I regard my fiduciary responsibilities to character for all members and to serve in the best interest of the
FRA.
The Fleet Reserve Association is a tax-exempt 501(c) 19 organization and consistent with the IRS, ERISA and other
statutes that must be managed accordingly. As the NED, I pledge my total support to the ideals and manners in which
it promotes the FRA in all areas of my duties and responsibilities which include, but not limited to: National President and the National Board of Directors; our Shipmates and families; Headquarters Staff; Senior Enlisted Leadership (E-10’s) of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard; Military Coalition; Congress; local and national civic
jurisdictions, and other associations/organizations.
Being a good steward and shipmate to all, is consistent to the mission of the FRA that is delineated in our Preamble:
Our Duty, Our Responsibility, Our Desire, Our Interest, Our Devotion, and Reverence. With that said the FRA
continues to be a steadfast and most highly recognized and respected leader in the military/veterans organization
communities as well as the Congressional leadership for the past ninety years of service. Representing our sea services, their families is the anchor of who and what we are and will be the backbone of that service that we as an Association can be, regardless of personal demeanor of any member or members.
ASSOCIATION CONCERNS
This year, as in past, we have seen our fair share of concerns in the Association. Internalizing on distractions rather
than focusing on the benefits of what our charter sets forth, can degrade our “windshield” view while moving at a
fast pace of proven strengths and demonstrated transparency of successes by the majority.
Headquarters Staff: No organization can be successful without the dedication of an administrative staff.
Our headquarters staff of 18 conducts themselves to the highest professional and judicious service daily. Yes, some
interpretation of “practices and procedures” may be questioned, however the overall concurrent actions do reflect to
their professionalism. Current staff members represent all three of the sea services, a Navy and Army dependents,
and others that are outside of the military services from the “civilian” sector. Collectively we support each other in
our respective positions serving a baseline membership of 60,000 plus additional family and/or dependents. They are
a resource team of champions in their own right that are tenacious and fiscally responsible headquarters staff. Their
vision is forward thought processes towards improving technology, customer services, and being transparent; all of
which are the hallmarks of a well-supported staff. (Self-encouragement, daily tasking to personal assessments along
with continued force management practices to success, has given this modestly paid staff their acumen to the highest
code of that achievement.)
*Staff Members: This year PRPEC Robert Washington, with a brief departure from the staff, continues
on as the resident expert on Medical/TRICARE issues. In addition, he continues to advocate new outreaches for revenue income sponsors for the Association. Currently he is drafting a letter that will be forwarded to all
state/commonwealth governors and city mayors to tell the FRA legacy. This should help all in their search for Community mentoring. Stephen Tassin, our newest member to the Legislative Team, is a Marine Reservist who brings
fresh ideas of “attention” of the younger generation and audiences of whom we are actively seeking. He has produced monumental advances and awareness both in seeking new members and in legislative actions. This year, we
were one of five Veteran Associations that opened our doors in having an intern serve our staff while assisting their
college educational endeavors. We are very fortunate to have Kevin Van Horn, a sophomore from HampdenSydney College, VA. Kevin, is an Army Ranger dependent, energetic, wants to learn more about the sea services,
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and also brings fresh ideas from the “millennium” generation. We will continue to utilize these assets that attract
both new members while enhancing our Legislative and core mission statement initiatives here at FRA and from the
wisdom of our older members.
Construction: The headquarters staff has had to deal with three major construction venues: the headquarters building, City of Alexandria, N. West Street sewage repairs in front of the headquarters and the major renovation of an
elementary/middle school diagonally across the street. During the renovation of the new school, some of the construction workers went on strike adding to the already complicated travel movements in and around the headquarters.
This past winter was the worse in over eight years with a project worsening with regard to snow fall and icing and
cold. I am happy to say the street and school constructions are now completed. The anticipated headquarters construction is due to be completed at the end of October 2014. Staff members who will remain back at the headquarters
during this convention have been given the necessary direction to start moving equipment, computer and telephone
lines into the new office sites on the second floor to lessen time when convention staffers return.
The headquarters staff held an “off-site/ on-site” staff goals develop day to review current requirements while
reestablishing departmental goals for both short range (3 months) and long range (6 months plus). Each department
developed their goals and then compared them on the possibility of an intra-staff connection of continued enhancement team compatibility. I instituted a review of the 3-Ps (Policies, Procedures and Practices) initiatives to keenly
broaden our overall operational staff expectations vs membership desire in sorting what was in the past actions. A
staff resource library of corporate and professional reading materials was also established. In reviewing some of the
past actions, while not considered a policy, implementation of practices and practical order of procedures were reviewed and provided to the National President and the NBOD. Much was accomplished in this review while still
providing the quality response expected to a more transparent practice to the general membership. This was considered to be a “win-win” for the association in general and continues to be a “practice in hand” to keep the membership
informed, especially through the 21st century electronic paperless means, while still providing paper forms of information.
NHQ Staff Operation: Some Staff Directors will be providing their own respective convention reports, therefore
duplication serves no value in this overall report of common actions and practices, however I will only highlight:
Legislation: Along with myself, John Davis, Bob Washington, Chris Slawinski, Stephen Tassin, and our
intern Kevin Van Horn, many bills, conferences, meetings and new initiatives were aggressively pursued. National
President Virgil Courneya presented an outstanding agenda to the Joint Hearing for the Veterans Committee. The
Leg Team continues to communicate our legislative goals and initiatives with all major Congressional Committees,
panels, sit down sessions, and at times by phone. A continued push on key components was distributed to the membership through new initiatives from Alerts, Making Waves and a Bill Tracker to keep the membership on top of the
current Legislative objectives. Briefings, Legislative updates, were active encouraged for members to communicate
to their respective state and congressional district.
Congressional Testimonies/Special Meetings were actively engaged to present FRA’s Agenda for this congressional year. The following were just some of the agenda items:
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Repeal of 1% COLA cut for retirees.
No additional retiree health care enrollment for fee hikes in FY- 2015.
Pushing back on the Administration’s efforts to reduce Commissary subsidies.
Protecting personnel programs from “sequestration” cuts.
CPI issues on the 2015 budget towards COLA issues.
Increase funding to support and protect Veterans Administration Programs.
Aggressive actions to Agent Orange Ship Accountability Act in both houses.
In-state tuition for Veterans and eligible dependents in all states.
Allowing use of the Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits for spouses who died in the line of duty
since 9/11/01.
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All of these along with over sixty-six other bills currently on the rolls to be acted upon have been aggressively pursued. Further discussion points are also found in the Annual Report of the National Committee on Legislative Service. The nominee being considered for the 2015 Pinnacle Award is Senator Kelly Ayotte of New Hampshire.
Membership: The Director of Membership continues to hold quarterly Membership Committee meetings.
The National President, NED and other NBOD members often sit in on these teleconference calls. Specific agenda
items are discussed along with other membership concerns encountered. New ideas are always requested to give a
wider view of how to increase and retain members in the FRA. To this end the National Membership Director and
the NED established six pillars towards successful member objectives. One study that was reviewed to increase
members or the “steam” to these pillars addressed the follow ideas:
*Does the association have relevance, or provide a challenge to all “brands” in social venues when weighing the age of its members to attract new members.
*A bloated hierarchy, or the challenge that the new member had from their military background that carries over into a non-profit association that perpetuates a statement of, “that’s not the way we use to do it,” i.e., more
regulations with no actions.
*An unwelcoming vibe, especially when they enter into the company of an aging association membership,
and receive the “cold shoulder” impression of their entrance. A viable mentoring program is viewed as a positive
motivator in this sense to keep new members while showing them the uniqueness of our governance to being the success we enjoyed.
*Dated/outdated recruiting practices are viewed as “old time” ways of getting new members. The generations of todays X or Y generation/millenniums want the “show me” method of successes, family/personal benefits
with a future potential of actions to meet their personal requirements. Recent successes demonstrate our involvement
and inputs to the legislative process from our newly developed “Bill Tracker”. This enables and demonstrates a positive sanctuary of work in progress and a reason for wanting to join and belong.
With these four dimensions, the 6 Pillars were enacted into practice towards successful membership potentials.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
New Members: New members are always needed to sustain the overall drive for the
FRA. Show them the “whys” to join before an application.
Lock the backdoor/non-payment of past members: Members who left had the initial
spark to join however for some reason or another have or are leaving. We need to revisit that
“fire” and find out why they are leaving. Lock the back door, and “retain” to keep their membership current. Review what the FRA has to offer and include the headquarters and branch
involvement to keep them.
Community: Community involvement brings a partnership of understanding of who and
what we represent. Schools, city/towns, local issues all give reason for involvement of a solidarity based understanding of what the FRA is all about and to interact with others in the
community.
Elected Officials: Leaving the Legislative process and/or communication to only the
headquarters places a great burden on the small numbers. Each Shipmate has only three legislative officials: 2 senators and 1 congressman/woman. Search out the “bill tracker” and get involved. Addition means of communicating with elected official have been put in place to enhance these opportunities.
Advocates for and to each other: We have the best “brand”, In Loyalty, Protection and
Service. That in self sustains our actions for and towards all of us as Shipmates. Using our experiences from prior leadership roles should be the focal point in the mentoring of our newest
members. Speak with understanding, but always looking for ways to advocate for each other.
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f.
Be Mentors: Let us be “mentors” to each other. Exhibit an in-house course of action in
training and leading our members in seeking the next higher positions of leadership within the
Association through professional guidance and training.
Communication: A number of new initiatives have been added to increase communication modes
to our members and those in other leadership roles both in the military, our coalition partners, and infinity
groups; whether through electronic or traditional methods our mode of “getting the word out” or “FRA has
your back” are words, but we are constantly looking for new ways to do just that. Below are some of those
new initiatives, tailored to the groups, polished up a bit, but enhanced:
*FRA Today: Our advertising groups are selectively trying to entice all age groups. The total process of this can be challenging, but we have stepped up the push for this. Also, FRA TODAY is now being
delivered to all Career Centers (Recruiting Stations) for the Navy and Coast Guard Recruiters. Future deliveries are being considered for our VA Centers, and Navy Lodges.
*On-Watch: This is an old tradition from the past but with updates aimed primarily for our active
duty members. This has been very well received by the active duty and we will continue to get the word out.
*Apps: National President Courneya saw this and brought it back to our IT Department to increase
those advance methods. Idea here is to “zero” in on local geographic branches and units, legislative updates
and alike. Tailored to the group that uses these innovative methods, we are pushing to keep up to the new
technologies of the day on our “I-phones” and androids.
*News Bytes, Alerts, Making Waves, Bill Tracker and Action Center: All of these media resources are always updated to current situations from “The Hill”. Time sensitive materials are always important, and considered towards a slant for our members to engage with their elected officials on a local
level.
*NED Notes: This is something new I started to send out to PNP’s NBOD, and alike for updates.
As needed information is known, not a set time frame, but just a mailing to all those mentioned from the
NED’s desk.
IT Update: Our Information Technology (IT) is progressive and moving. The following is provided for information:

Applications currently in place:
iMIS 10.6, MAS 90 Accounting, Office – GroupWise/365, Symantec – Virus Protection, Mobile Apps – Apple and
Google, Sql Server – iMIS Database, Coldfusion – email notifications, series - $$ Join, Renew, Donate, eCM – Content Management Systems for the website, eCommunicate – Email Blast system, eCommunities – Communities, Informz.

Projects are prioritized as follows:
o
Decrease costs: 3rd party consultants/vendors, Automated processes to increase
efficiencies and productivity, due diligence in acquiring hardware and software under
non-profit rates.
o
Increase Revenue: Member engagement, improve website usability for members/volunteers, and help with retention using tools online.

IT Plan:
o
GroupWise to be replaced with a cloud based MS Email 365.
o
Upgrading Office to 2010.
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o
o
o
o
iMIS upgrade to 20.
Creating of a mobile responsive site to make it easy to join, renew, and donate.
Call to action notifications from the mobile app.
Push notifications for donation campaigns.
In Closing: This year has been very exciting, learning about the staff, searching for new ways to inspire
creative membership ideas, traveling around the country and more to come to find out what is going on.
Your headquarters is financially sound, personnel staffing motivated, and judicious. We strive to give the
very best to our members and assist where we can to the Auxiliary. Personnel issues are always on the forefront, but not with a price to ensure the very best is given to all. We live in a changing world both politically, economically, and how we treat each other. Not a political statement, but we have to ensure all of these
are understood from the Washington DC levels of knowledge. National elections are coming up, and we
hope that all Shipmates and those eligible to vote do in fact VOTE. One last item that I have incorporated
here on the staff is our personal involvement at Arlington National Cemetery. Many times after the passing
of a Shipmate or his family member who are eligible to be buried in Arlington, we are given notice and representation is allowed by the staff. Distance for some family members cannot be done, however on their behalf member from the National Headquarters attends. It is not that often, but when it does, we demonstrate
our values to the family In Loyalty, Protection and Service. Again, it has been a great year and with the
new “in-house” construction coming to a close I welcome all Shipmates and their Families to stop by. I see
2014-2015 as a springboard to new ideas, and opportunities to increase our membership and awareness for
all Shipmates and their families. There is room to do it, don’t back down and let others do it, or to quote
from the book, “Lessons from the Mouse”, that is not my job. Membership is the core, for all of us. Whether
just down the street, our stores, schools, in airports, trains regardless, those opportunities are there that we
should with pride always say, I am a member of the Fleet Reserve Association that has stood ground for the
benefits of our sea services for 90 years.
EVENTS ATTENDED OR PLANNED
Legislative:
*Veterans Bill signing, with President Obama and Secretary of Veterans Affairs McDonald
*Democratic Round table, with Representative Nancy Pelosi, Military Coalition
*Gov-elect McAuliffe meeting with Military Coalition at MOAA
*United Health Briefing, ROAA
*Veterans Administration meeting on Agent Orange
*Testifying before Congress with FRA’s National President
*House Armed Services Committee on Health Care
*Veterans Administration on Veterans Service Officers.
*Coast Guard Caucus Breakfast
*Reserve Sailor of the Year Icebreaker
*MOA Leadership and Service Award Reception
Briefings/Community:
*Navy Congressional Fellows (Headquarters)
*Naval Sea Systems Command Master Chief Symposium
*Naval Sea Systems Command, Sailor of the Year Reception
*Congressional Panel on Higher Education, sponsored by Excelsior College
*Mercer Corporation (Michele Arnesto) update and marketing advance.
*NCIS Navy Legislative Briefing, Quantico Marine Corps Base, VA
*Navy League Council, Oak Harbor, WA
*Oak Harbor City Council Meeting, Oak Harbor, WA
*Rotary Clubs of Oak Harbor and Whidbey Island, WA
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*Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), Oak Harbor, WA
*NAS Whidbey Taskforce Meeting, BRAC and Legislative update
*NAS Whidbey Island, WA Commanding Officer, Command Master Chief, and Public Affairs Officer, NAS Whidbey Island, WA
*Military Appreciation Picnic (2000 persons) Oak Harbor, WA
*Oak Harbor Elementary and High School Opening Day greeting
*SECNAV Retiree’s Council Briefing
*USCG Retiree’s Council Briefing
*Blessing of the Fleets, Navy Memorial
*Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore USO, Ft. Belvoir, VA
*FRA TODAY interview arrangement onboard USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER with FORCM Kenneth Daniels,
USN, COMNAVAIRLANT,
*P-COMSUBRON 11 and CO, USS GRACE HOPPER (CG 70)
*Coast Guard Senior Enlisted Leadership Legislation Brief
FRA:
*Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, Walter Reed, National Medical Center, Bethesda, MD
*Central Liaison Committee Meeting, Branch 24, Annapolis, MD
*East Coast Mid-Year Meeting
*Regional Conventions: East Coast, South East, and North West
*Branch/Unit 4 Installation
*NBOD Mid-Year meeting/Storm the Hill/LA FRA Pilgrimage
*Budget and Finance Meeting
*Branch 97, Branch Meeting, Oak Harbor, WA
*Future Planning/Membership/Legislative Meetings
*Educational Foundation Meeting
*SE Regional Convention
*NW Regional Convention
Committees:
*Membership Conference Calls
*Future Planning Conference Calls
*Military Coalition Meetings
Visits:
*Audit and Finance
*Excelsior College Briefings for partnership, Washington DC
*MCPOCG Visit, Coast Guard Headquarters
Trips:
*Millington, TN: Navy Recruiting Command + 8 Career Centers; Bureau of Naval Personnel; Naval Support MidSouth, Memphis, CMC Meeting
*Navy Career Centers: Bartlett, Millington, Memphis, TN
*Cape May, NJ Change of Charge for MCPOCG
*Change of Command, for Commandant of Coast Guard
*Oak Harbor, WA, Base and Community Briefing, Whidbey Island, NAS
*Change of Command, USS JASON DUNHAM (DDG-109) Naval Station, Norfolk
*Site visit for National Convention Corpus Christi, TX (2014)
*Site visit for National Convention Spokane, WA (2015)
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Social:
*GEICO Military Personnel of the Year
*Coast Guard Retirees Council Reception/Navy Memorial
*Military Officer Association Awards Evening
*Armed Forces Marketing Council
*Navy Memorial Lone Sailor Awards Dinner
*Coast Guard Persons of the Year
*Recruiter of the Year Reception/Briefings
*MCPON Navy Sailor of the Year, Reception/Briefings/Tour
*Reserve Sailor of the Year, Reception
*MCPOCG Enlisted Coast Guard Persons of the Year, Reception and BBQ
*Lone Sailor Awards Dinner, 2014
Respectfully submitted in,
Loyalty, Protection and Service,
THOMAS J. SNEE
National Executive Director
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE FINANCE OFFICER
Shipmate National President Courneya and Shipmates of the Fleet Reserve Association (FRA), it is my honor to be
allowed to serve as Finance Officer of this association and to have the opportunity to present this report to the association’s members and delegates.
The following information details the significant activities pertaining to the Finance Office for the 2013-2014 convention years.
STAFFING
The finance department has been fully staffed during the year. Misrak Zeleke, Senior Accountant, has completed
eight productive years of service with the FRA and the Junior Accountant, Jayne Pritchett, has completed one year of
service. As a team, we have made cross-training within the finance department a priority and in conjunction with our
independent auditors, have continued to place an emphasis on internal and external financial controls to assure the
safeguarding of the association assets.
INDEPENDENT AUDIT
The firm of Tate and Tryon, Certified Public Accountants, performed and completed the independent audit of FRA’s
financial records for Fiscal Year 2013, and addressed the National Board of Directors at the Midyear Meeting reviewing the 2013 Audited Financial Statements. The topics discussed by Christian Spencer, CPA and firm Partner
were: (a) the audit approach, (b) the Management Letter, with regard to financial controls, procedures and compliances, and (c) the key 2013 financial statement highlights discussed per (Attachment 1). These were:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
The FRA Balance Sheet reflected $12.7 million in assets in December 31, 2013 vs. $11.1 million in December 31, 2012.
84% of FRA assets are in cash and investments
Overall liabilities consistent with the prior year
Line of Credit - $0 outstanding balance at year end
Total unrestricted net assets $9.4 million in 2013 vs. $7.7 million in 2012
Unrestricted revenues of nearly $5.2 million in 2013 vs. $3.1 million in 2012
Membership dues and contributions down 8% from 2012
Expenses decreased by $818,436
Overall total net assets increase of $1,816,305 for the year
$1.9 million in revenue recognized from the termination of the Surviving Spouse Trust Fund
BUDGET AND CASH FLOW ANALYSIS
Expenditures for the first six months of 2014 are below budget with 59% of the budget.
The following financial documents are attached for:
1) The Budget to Actual Financial Report for the six months ending June 30, 2014 (Attachment 2)
2) The Comparative Balance Sheet as of June 30, 2014 (Attachment 3)
INVESTMENT RESERVES AND TRUSTS FUNDS
The FRA Investment Reserves continue to be well managed by Shipmate Jim Webb, of Capital Financial and quarterly investment reports are monitored by the FRA Budget and Finance Committee and its advisors. Summary of
FRA investment performance thru June 30, 2014 is attached. (Attachment 4)
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THE FRA DEFINED BENEFIT PENSION PLAN
The FRA Defined Benefits Plan is in the final phases of its formal termination. All of the plans remaining participants have been paid out and there is no remaining legal or financial liability to the association. We have received
the final notification of termination approval from the Pension Benefit Guarantee Board and are waiting on the final
termination approval notification from the Internal Revenue Service. Upon receipt of the final termination approval
notification from the IRS, the FRA Board of Directors can approve the dissolution of the FRA Defined Benefit Plan
and governing committee.
DRAFT 2015 FRA OPERATING BUDGET
The FRA Committee on Budget and Finance Balanced Budget has met and approved a draft 2015 budget for submission to the FRA Delegates at the FRA’s 87th National Convention in Corpus Christi, TX.
All revenue and expense line items in the budget were derived by using the four year actual respective revenue and
expense numbers. This includes a continued projected decreased in membership revenue and decreased in all major
expense line items to reflect the decrease in the respective historical expense averages.
The main scope and emphasis in this budget projection is to continue and increase membership benefits, membership
retention, membership development and recruitment.
This is also a balanced budget showing a $0 deficit projection.
FRA HEADQUARTERS BUILDING RENOVATION
The FRA headquarters renovation project is approaching its completion on time and on budget. We anticipate construction work being completed in mid-October 2014 and tenants occupying the 3rd deck in early 2015. This will
create a $125,000 to $150,000 revenue source for the FRA’s future operating budgets.
Please refer to NBR 11-14 and NPSL # for details on this build out and approval process documentation.
OFF BOOK TRUST
The Standby Trust Fund was set up in 1977 to guarantee coverage for participants with pre-existing conditions. This
trust is closed to additional participants. The Trust continues to be administered and managed by the M&T Bank
Trust Company. The current market value of the fund as of June 30, 2014 was $973,685.80. There are currently 19
remaining participants of the trust. Upon the passing of these participants, all funds in this account become unrestricted assets of the FRA.
THE FRA EDUCATION FOUNDATION
The FRA Education Foundation was established on August 26, 2008 and was issued a tax exemption from Federal
Income Tax under Section 501 (c)(3) of the Federal Tax code. As a 501 (c)(3) Foundation, the organization is mandated to operate as a charitable, educational entity and has educational awards as the main purpose. The Foundation
had a positive fund balance as of June 30, 2014 and directly issued $112,000 in scholarship awards for the 2014
year. The Foundation is eligible to participate in the 2014 Combined Federal Campaign.
REMARKS
During the FY2011 audit, Tate & Tryon (FRA’s auditors), discovered a significant deficiency in the recognition and
deferral of annual and multi-year membership dues. FRA’s current and historical system recognizes dues when the
cash is received, which is contrary to the Generally Accepted Accounting Principal (GAAP) rule that dues must be
recognized on the membership anniversary date when the services are provided.
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Attempts to automate membership dues recognition and deferral using the iMIS system have been unsuccessful due
to the current complex system of monthly 50% dues (PCT) reimbursement to the Branches, as well as the scope and
multiplicity of member’s anniversary (or join) dates, and inconsistencies associated with differing times of member’s
dues payments, non-sufficient funds adjustments and refund outflows.
As a solution, FRA auditors stated in their Management Letter to the National Board of Directors that “to ease the
tracking of revenue recognition, the Organization should explore moving all membership to a calendar year basis.
Under this scenario, all memberships would cover the period January-December and amounts received in advance of
the next calendar year would be deferred until then.”
FINANCE OFFICER’S REPORT
The following financial reports are also attached to this report:
1.
The Unaudited Financial Report for the Fourth Quarter Year 2013 (January 1, 2013 through December 31,
2013). The report consists of the Balance Sheet, Comparative Balance Sheet, Statement of Activities, Comparative Statement of Activities and the Budget to Actual Analysis.
2.
The Audited Consolidated Financial Statement and the Independent Audited Financial Report on Supplemental Information as of December 31, 2013. These include: the “Required Communication Letter” and the
“Management Letter” and response to the National Board of Directors. The firm of Tate & Tryon, CPAs,
conducted the annual audit for the period January 1 through December 31, 2013.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Thanks to Gary Blackburn, Chairman of the Budget and Finance Committee as well as the members of the Budget
and Finance Committee for the participation, input and support during the past year. Also, I would like to give a special thanks to Senior Accountant Misrak Zeleke and Junior Accountant Jayne Pritchett for their dedication and professional contributions this year.
Special thanks to all my other fellow NHQ employees who contribute to produce at a high level and for their team
effort and who has been supportive in our fiscal endeavors throughout the fiscal year.
I would like to thank PNP Mark Kilgore and National President Courneya for their contributions and support during
the past year. It is a privilege and an honor to serve as the FRA Finance Officer.
Shipmate National President, this concludes my report and I recommend that it be received.
With my sincere best wishes, I remain yours in
STEPHEN R. COX
Finance Officer
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NET ASSET ANALYSIS
The Fleet Reserve Association's Balance Sheet reflected a net asset balance of $10,367,347 as of June 30, 2014.
This has decreased by $1,242,879, compared to FY 2013 (enclosure 3)., which is largely due to the 20132
termination and liquidation of $1,937,055, from the Surviving Spouse and Dependents' Heath Insurance Trusts
Fund, as authorized by NBR 21-12 of April 27, 2012. The liquidated funds transferred to FRA'a accounts were
distributed in 2013 as follows:
(a) $1,500,000 - replenished the Restricted Reserve Investment accounts
(b) $ 103,000 - replenished the Capital Improvement Reserve
(c) $ 334,055 - was deposited the General Investment Reserve for FY 2013 budgetary use and was
$88,055 more than expected due to an increase in the market value at time of withdrawal.
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
FRA National Board of Directors
FROM:
Steve Cox, Finance Officer
DATE:
August 7, 2014
SUBJECT:
FRA June 30, 2014, Financial Statements
In accordance with section 809(q) of the Fleet Reserve Association's (FRA) C&BL, the
June 30, 2014, financial statements are attached for your review.
Please note that these financial statements as well as a copy of the FRA's 2013
Independent Audit Report are available on FRA website. To view these go to the
Member News section of the My FRA tab and scroll down to the Member Resources tab.
If you have questions regarding this information please contact me via email at
finance@fra.org or call me directly at (703)683-1400 xl02.
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Steve Cox
Finance Officer
FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION
COMPARATIVE - BALANCE SHEET
06/30/14
FY2014
FY2013
ASSETS
CASH & CASH EQUIVALENTS
SUNTRUST BANK - CKNG # 752
(79,180.47)
SUNTRUST BANK - ZBA 960
(56,654.76)
127,773.75
2,154.00
SUNTRUST BANK - FUND RAISING
5,678.11
11,119.09
SUNTRUST BANK - POSTAGE DEPOSIT ACCT.
(16,815.16)
PETTY CASH FUND
TOTAL - CASH & CASH EQUIVALENTS
500.00
7,661.64
500.00
37,956.23
(35,220.03)
40,741.53
45,737.66
MONEY MARKET ACCOUNTS
CFA - LILLIAN MOON SCHOLARSHIP
CFA - DORAN SCHOLARSHIP
CFA - HOWARD SCHOLARSHIP
10,353.51
10,353.37
CFA - ROBERT TREADWELL SCHOLARSHIP
82,011.48
87,003.82
15,052.59
15,052.45
370,530.05
370,492.27
CFA· BRANCH # 19 ESCROW
CFA - EDWARD QUlELISCH SCHOLARSHIP
CFA - FUND RAISING PROGRAMS
CFA - COL. HAZEL E. BENN SCHOLARSHIP
353.80
CFA - ROBERT 1. TURNER SCHOLARSHIP
353.80
CFA - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT RESERVE
120,174.18
150,412.52
TOTAL - MONEY MARKET ACCOUNTS
639,217.14
679,405.89
BEAL BANK - RESERVE FUND
25,011.32
25,011.32
TOTAL - CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT
25,011.32
25,011.32
CFA - GENERAL FUND
44,284.51
188,770.15
CFA - DISASTER RELIEF FUND
637,265.94
568,691.52
CFA - LIFE MEMBERSHIP FUND
2,057,286.21
CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT
INVESTMENT RESERVES
1,813,527.25
CFA - UNUSED LEAVE FUND
54,724.29
CFA - RESTRICTED RESERVE
1,719,470.49
1,644,268.94
CFA - EXPERIENCE RESERVE FUND
1,333,619.93
2,570,368.63
CFA - SPECIAL PROGRAM RESERVE FUND
3,322,451.45
3,369,275.74
TOTAL -INVESTMENT RESERVES
9,169,102.82
10,241,913.73
87,011.50
06/30/14
FY2014
FY2013
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
FRA TODAY
35,143.00
BRANCHES
7,828.91
35,108.51
1,594.04
INTEREST RECEIVABLE
MISCELLANEOUS RECEIVABLE
422.21
508.61
INVALID CREDIT CARDS & CHECKS
30.00
30.00
DUE FROM FRA FOUNDATION
INSTALLMENT PLAN· LMF
3,098.71
2,049.51
46,522.83
39,290.67
9,173.03
9,193.28
ALLOWANCE FOR DOUBTFUL ACCOUNTS
TOTAL-ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
PREPAID EXPENSES
PREP AID EXPENSES
PREP AID PENSION COST
TOTAL PREPAID EXPENSES
135,762.00
9,173.03
144,955.28
INVENTORY
LAPEL BUTTONS
475.20
9,153.19
5,692.11
MANUALS AND BOOKS
3,185.79
2,909.10
PENDANTS FOR YEARS OF SERVICE
11,673.00
10,3.05.35
MISCELLANEOUS (DECALS, MEDALLIONS)
13,328.25
13,786.21
RESERVE FOR INVENTORY ABSOLESCENCE
(4,600.00)
(4,600.00)
TOT AL - INVENTORY
32,740.23
28,567.97
OFFICERS PINS
FIXED ASSETS
LAND
1,188,434.91
1,188,434.91
BUILDING
2,878,278.78
2,833,273.78
FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
1,167,61 l.l 1
1,168,885.11
LESS ACCUMULATED DEPREClAnON
(3,340,294.95)
(3,233,442.92)
TOTAL - FIXED ASSETS
1,894,029.85
1,957,150.88
5,234,324.80
DEPOSITS
TOTAL - ASSETS
784.00
11,854,537.45
2
5,190,593.80
784.00
13,081,859.71
06/30/14
FY2014
FY2013
LIABILITIES
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
NOTES PAYABLE
ACCRUED VACATION
35,397.19
65,285.48
8,306.47
1,172.50
PAYROLL TAXES
401 (k) PLAN
HEALTH INSURANCE - DEPENDENTS
HEALTH INSURANCE - DENTAL PLAN
FLEXIBLE SPENDING PLAN
521.24
387.96
2,927.16
(223.54)
4,344.21
1,619.21
GARNISHMENTS
COBRA
NAVY RECRUITERS - FUNDS HELD
BOOSTER ROLL - FUNDS HELD
PAST PRESIDENT RING - FUNDS HELD
788.00
DUE TO THE FRA EDUCATION FOUNDA nON
MEMBERSHIP DUES - FUNDS HELD IN SUSPENSE
795.75
UNRELATED BUSINESS INCOME TAX
62,908.00
BRANCHES-FUNDS HELD
30,372.76
791.25
18,141.08
FRA VAN LEASE PAYABLE
OTHER CURRENT LIABILITY
59.15
59.15
ACCRUED PENSION COST
SUB-TOTAL LIABILITIES
145,631.93
88,021.09
DEFERRED REVENUE - LIABILITY
MEMBERSHIP DUES
LMF - INSTALLMENT PLAN
1,335,285.38
6,273.26
1,378,785.52
4,827.26
SCHOLARSHIP
OTHER
TOTAL - DEFERRED REVENUE
1,341,558.64
1,383,612.78
10,561,279.91
8,752,079.80
(193,933.03)
2,858,146.04
10,367,346.88
11,610,225.84
NET ASSETS
NET ASSETS AT BEGIN
NET ASSETS - YEAR TO DATE
TOTAL NET ASSETS
TOTAL LIABILITIES & NET ASSETS
11,854,537.45
3
13,081,859.71
BUDGET TO ACTUAL ANALYSIS
For the Six Months Ending June 30, 2014
YEARTODAT
FY2014
BUDGET
FY2014
% VARIANCE
REMAINING
SVARIANCE
REMAINING
MEMBERSHIP
MEMBERSHIP-AT-LARGE EXPENSE
MEMBERSHIP AWARDS
5,032.00
400.00
100%
400.00
6,800.00
26%
1,768.00
MEMBERSHIP RETENTION
29,507.30
66,000.00
55%
36,492.70
MEMBERSHIP PROMOTION
7,896.86
23,500.00
66%
15,603.14
MEMBERSHIP RECORDS ADMIN.
31,566.31
76,100.00
59%
44,533.69
MEMBERSHIP MARKETING
11,485.00
65,000.00
82%
53,515.00
TOTAL MEMBERSHIP
85,487.47
237,800.00
64%
152,312.53
25,960.56
45,000.00
42%
19,039.44
1,747.97
6,298.00
72%
4,550.03
27,708.53
51,298.00
46%
23,589.47
292,201.66
699,500.00
58%
407,298.34
PROGRAMS/ACTIVITES
LEGISLATIVE PROGRAMS
VAVS SEMINARS
TOTAL PROGRAMS/ACTIVITES
FRA TODAY
CONVENTION
CONVENTION BUSINESS
5,240.09
55,100.00
90%
49,859.91
NATIONAL BOARD TRAVEL & EXPENSES
1,456.60
20,000.00
93%
18,543.40
TOTAL CONVENTION
6,696.69
75,100.00
91%
68,403.31
250.00
12,150.00
• 98%
11,900.00
30,190.00
29,000.00
-4%
(1,190.00)
BUILDING MAINT. & OPERATIONS
100,582.46
123,320.00
18%
22,737.54
SALARY-ALLOTHERS
537,953.15
1,173,000.00
54%
635,046.85
100.00
100%
100.00
88%
248,619.81
OFFICE EXPENSES
AFFILIATIONS
AUDIT
CONSULTING FEES
EMPLOYEE PENSION
32,830.19
281,450.00
EMPLOYEE HEALTH CARE
46,341.24
141,000.00
67%
94,658.76
1,200.00
100%
1,200.00
4,258.43
25,000.00
83%
20,741.57
FLOWERS
HEADQUARTERS EQUIP. PURCHASES
INSURANCE
40,106.33
48,750.00
18%
8,643.67
INTERNET SERVICE
2,013.19
5,000.00
60%
2,986.81
LEGAL COUNSEL RETAINER
3,548.63
11,000.00
68%
7,451.37
NATIONAL OFFICE EXPENSE
22,562.77
37,890.00
40%
15,327.23
344.86
3,500.00
90%
3,155.14
64%
28,138.89
NAT'L OFFICE CONTINGENT EXPENSE
NATIONAL OFFICE - POSTAGE
15,861.1 I
44,000.00
PRINTING & STATIONERY
7,054.36
25,000.00
72%
17,945.64
TAXES - VA UNEMPLOY. INSURANCE
1,055.80
1,640.00
36%
584.20
840.04
1,426.00
41%
585.96
42,960.99
98,943.00
57%
55,982.01
57,236.00
1
170,000.00
66%
112,764.00
TAXES - FEDERAL UNEMPLOY. INS.
TAXES - FEDERAL FICA EXPENSE
TAXES - UNRELATED BUSINESS
FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIAnON
BUDGET TO ACTUAL ANALYSIS
For the Six Months Ending June 30, 2014
YEARTODAT
FY2014
TAXES-REAL ESTATE
BUDGET
FY2014
% VARIANCE
REMAINING
$ VARIANCE
REMAINING
23,415.35
50,000.00
53%
26,584.65
8,492.90
19,200.00
56%
10,707.10
100.00
100%
100.00
BANK FEES AND SERVICE CHARGES
7,968.75
22,000.00
64%
14,031.25
TRAINING FOR NHQ PERSONNEL
1,713.38
4,000.00
57%
2,286.62
987,579.93
2,328,669.00
58%
1,341,089.07
15,000.00
100%
15,000.00
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TOTAL OFFICE EXPENSES
NATIONAUREGIONAL OFFICERS & BOARD
REGIONAL PRESIDENT ELECT/NVP ELECT
NATIONAL CHAPLAIN EXPENSE
5,100.00
100%
5,100.00
NATIONAL PARLIAMENTARlAN EXPENSE
5,000.00
100%
5,000.00
20,000.00
40,000.00
50%
20,000.00
NATIONAL PRESIDENT TRAVEL & EXPENSE
9,500.00
20,000.00
53%
10,500.00
REGIONAL PRESIDENTS' T & E
26,234.40
52,000.00
50%
25,765.60
NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
17,754.88
18,600.00
5%
845.12
16,000.00
100%
16,000.00
52,500.00
105,000.00
50%
52,500.00
53.55
5,900.00
99%
5,846.45
35,901.00
39,125.00
8%
3,224.00
200.00
100%
200.00
9,250.00
19%
1,779.68
HOSPITAL & WELFARE COMMITTEE
238.00
100%
238.00
PENSION COMMITTEE
100.00
100%
100.00
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE
238.00
100%
238.00
YOUTH ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE
238.00
100%
238.00
LEGISLATIVE SERVICE COMMITTEE
200.00
\00%
200.00
51,700.00
73%
37,753.31
4,000.00
100%
4,000.00
183,360.84
387,889.00
53%
204,528.16
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
10,000.00
72,000.00
86%
62,000.00
FUND RAISING PROGRAM EXPENSES
42,393.15
92,000.00
54%
49,606.85
1,635,428.27
3,944,256.00
59%
2,308,827.73
NATIONAL VICE PRESIDENT TRAVEL & EXPENS
REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENTS
SALARY - NATIONAL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
MEMBERSHIP & RETENTION COMMITTEE
AMERICANISM - PATRIOTISM COMMITTEE
CB&L COMMITTEE
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE
ANNUAL rNA TIONAL AWARDSIRECEPTIONS
7,470.32
13,946.69
NATIONAL OFFICER AWARD
TOTAL NATIONAUREGIONAL OFFICERS
& BOARD
TOTALS - BUDGET TO ACTUAL ANALYSIS
Required Communications Letter
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Fleet Reserve Association &Affiliate
We have audited the consolidated financial statements of Fleet Reserve Association and
its Affiliate, Fleet Reserve Association Education Foundation, (collectively, the
Organization) as of and for the year ended December 31, 2013, and have issued our
report thereon dated March 24, 2014. Professional standards require that we provide you
with information about our responsibilities under generally accepted auditing standards,
as well as certain information related to the planned scope and timing of our audit. We
have communicated such information to you in our engagement letter dated September
20, 2013. Professional standards also require that we communicate to you the following
information related to our audit.
Qualitative Aspects of Accounting Practices
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Management is responsible for the selection and use of appropriate accounting policies.
The significant accounting policies used by the Organization are described in the notes to
the consolidated financial statements. No new accounting policies were adopted and the
application of existing policies was not changed during the year ended December 31,
2013. We noted no transactions entered into by the Organization during the year for
which there is a lack of authoritative guidance or consensus. All significant transactions
have been recognized in the consolidated financial statements in the proper period. As in
the prior year, we noted a discrepancy between the recognition of membership revenue
and the period to which the membership services are provided. As detailed in our
management letter, we have several recommendations for the Organization to explore
during the coming year in order to address this matter.
Accounting estimates are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements
prepared by management and are based on management's knowledge and experience
about past and current events and assumptions about future events. Certain accounting
estimates are particularly sensitive because of their significance to the consolidated
financial statements and because of the possibility that future events affecting them may
differ significantly from those expected. The most sensitive estimates affecting the
consolidated financial statements were:
Management's estimate of the useful lives for property and equipment is based
upon the historical trends of lives for assets of similar type.
Management's estimate of the allocation of costs to functional areas is based on
employee effort.
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We evaluated the key factors and assumptions used to develop the estimates in
determining that they are reasonable in relation to the consolidated financial statements
taken as a whole.
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Certain financial statement disclosures are particularly sensitive because of their significance to
financial statement users. The most sensitive disclosures affecting the consolidated financial
statements were:
The disclosure of investments in Note C, which is based on fair value, and could fluctuate
in the subsequent period.
The termination of the defined benefit plan as described in Note F. During 2013, the
Organization received approval from the Pension Benefit Guarantee Corporation (PBGC)
to terminate its defined benefit plan. As a result, the Organization settled all remaining
liabilities under the plan through distributions to plan participants.
The financial statement disclosures are neutral, consistent, and clear.
Difficulties Encountered in Perfonning the Audit
We encountered no difficulties in dealing with management in performing and completing our audit.
Corrected and Uncorrected Misstatements
Professional standards require us to accumulate all known and likely misstatements identified
during the audit, other than those that are trivial, and communicate them to the appropriate level
of management. During our audit, we proposed, and management recorded, three adjustments
to the consolidated financial statements. The attached schedule on page three summarizes the
adjustments.
Disagreements with Management
For purposes of this letter, professional standards define a disagreement with management as a
financial accounting, reporting, or auditing matter, whether or not resolved to our satisfaction, that
could be significant to the financial statements or the auditor's report. We are pleased to report
that no such disagreements arose during the course of our audit.
Management Representations
We have requested certain representations from management that are included in the
management representation letter dated March 24,2014.
Management Consultations with Other Independent Accountants
In some cases, management may decide to consult with other accountants about auditing and
accounting matters, in a way similar to obtaining a "second opinion" in certain situations. If a
consultation involves application of an accounting principle to the Organization's financial
statements or a determination of the type of auditor's opinion that may be expressed on those
statements, our professional standards require the consulting accountant to check with us to
determine that the consultant has all the relevant facts. To our knowledge, there were no such
consultations with other accountants.
Other Findings or Issues
We generally discuss a variety of matters, including the application of accounting principles and
auditing standards, with management each year prior to retention as the Organization's auditors.
However, these discussions occurred in the normal course of our professional relationship and
our responses were not a condition to our retention.
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Other Matters
With respect to the supplementary information accompanying the consolidated financial
statements, we made certain inquiries of management and evaluated the form, content, and
methods of preparing the information to determine that the information complies with U.S.
generally accepted accounting principles, the method of preparing it has not changed from the
prior period, and the information is appropriate and complete in relation to our audit of the
consolidated financial statements. We compared and reconciled the supplementary information to
the underlying accounting records used to prepare the consolidated financial statements or to the
consolidated financial statements themselves.
This information is intended solely for the use of the National Board of Directors and management
of the Organization and is not intended to be and should not be used by anyone other than these
specified parties.
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A deficiency in internal control exists when the design or operation of a control does not allow
management or employees, in the normal course of performing their assigned functions, to
prevent or detect and correct misstatements on a timely basis. A material weakness is a
deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, in internal control, such that there is a
reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of the Organization's financial statements
will not be prevented, or detected and corrected, on a timely basis. A significant deficiency is
a deficiency, or combination of deficiencies, in internal control that is less severe than a
material weakness, yet important enough to merit attention by those charged with
governance.
Our consideration of internal control was for the limited purpose described in the first
paragraph and was not designed to identify all deficiencies in internal control that might be
material weaknesses. Given these limitations, during our audit we did not identify any
deficiencies in internal control that we consider to be material weaknesses. However
material weaknesses may exist that have not been identified. Below are our comments for
the current year and prior year audits.
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In planning and performing our audit of the consolidated financial statements of Fleet
Reserve Association and its Affiliate, Fleet Reserve Association Education Foundation,
(collectively, the Organization) as of and for the year ended December 31, 2013, in
accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America, we
considered the Organization's internal control over financial reporting (internal control) as a
basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances for the
purpose of expressing our opinion on the consolidated financial statements, but not for the
purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Organization's internal control.
Accordingly, we do not express an opinion on the effectiveness of the Organization's internal
control.
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CURRENT YEAR COMMENT
Expense Reimbursements - (Control Deficiency)
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Observation: We noted during our fieldwork that there is no written policy in place over the
use of corporate credit cards. In addition, corporate credit card bills were being reimbursed
without proper supporting documentation.
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Recommendation: The Organization should update and document its policies for all expense
reimbursements, including corporate credit cards, so as to improve consistent application of
controls. A few suggestions as to the items that should be considered in the revised policy
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No personal charges should appear on any corporate credit card bills.
No expense reimbursements should be made without proper supporting
documentation.
The Treasurer should be responsible for approving the expense reports of the
Executive Director. The Executive Director should approve all staff expense reports.
Management's response: Management concurs with this recommendation and plans on
implementing a policy in 2014.
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STATUS OF PRIOR YEAR COMMENTS
Recognition of Membership Dues - (Significant Deficiency)
Observation: We discovered that dues revenue is recognized in the month that the cash is
received, which may not correspond to the month when membership services commence. As a
result, revenue recognition does not exactly match the period of the membership services provided.
In addition, the Organization was unable to properly reconcile dues revenue from IMIS
(membership software) to the general ledger.
Recommendation: The Organization should recognize dues over the period the services are
provided to the members, irrespective of when the cash is received. Amounts received in advance
of the start of the membership period should be recorded in their entirety to deferred revenue. At
the start of the applicable membership period, the revenue should be recognized ratably over the
period of membership. To ease the tracking of revenue recognition, the Organization should
explore moving all memberships to a calendar year basis. Under this scenario, all memberships
would cover the period January-December and amounts received in advance of the next calendar
would be deferred until then.
Status: The recommendation has not been implemented. This is attributed to ongoing issues with
automating the membership anniversary recognition, as well as deferrals, with the regional
branches. Additional updates will be provided by the Organization's Database Manager with regard
to possible solutions during 2014.
Whistleblower Policy - (Control Deficiency)
Observation: Based on our discussions with management and review of the employee manual, the
Organization does not have a written whistleblower policy, which is one of the required policies to
be adopted by all organizations under the Sarbanes Oxley Act.
Recommendation: Management should consider adopting a written whistleblower policy which is
clearly communicated to employees and included in the Organization's employee manual. This
policy would state that the Organization will not retaliate against an employee who in good faith has
made a protest or complaint to management or the board of directors in regards to an act that they
believe is a violation of the law or an indication of fraud. This policy would outline the procedures to
follow in order to file a complaint.
One compliance mechanism available to the Organization is the use of an anonymous
"whistleblower" hotline. Such a service allows employees to securely report suspected instances of
fraud to the Organization's senior management team and board of directors. By providing a venue
that many employees perceive as "safe", a whistleblower hotline may serve to increase the
likelihood of individuals reporting suspected fraudulent activity. The Organization should consider
the cost benefits of establishing a hotline.
Status: The Organization does have a policy in place, but without the caveat that the employee taking
action is granted anonymity. Employee anonymity is a key component of a whistleblower policy. It is
recommended that the Board of Directors consider amending their current policy to include this
provision.
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Conclusion
This report is intended solely for the information and use of the National Board of Directors and
management of the Organization and is not intended to be and should not be used by anyone other
than these specified parties.
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Audited Consolidated Financial Statements
and Other Financial Information
AND AFFILIATE
December 31,2013
Fleet Reserve Association and Affiliate
Contents
Independent Auditor's Report on the Consolidated Financial Statements
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Financial Statements
Consolidated statements of financial position
2
Consolidated statements of activities
3
Consolidated statements of cash flows
4
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
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Other Financial Information
Independent auditor's report on the consolidating information
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Consolidating statement of financial position
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Consolidating statement of activities
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We have audited the accompanying consolidated financial statements of Fleet Reserve
Association and its Affiliate, Fleet Reserve Association Education Foundation (collectively
the Organization), which comprise the consolidated statements of financial position as of
December 31, 2013 and 2012, and the related consolidated statements of activities, and
cash flows for the years then ended, and the related notes to the consolidated financial
statements.
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these consolidated
financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the
United States of America; this includes the design, implementation, and maintenance of
internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of consolidated financial
statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
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based on our audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards
generally accepted in the United States of America. Those standards require that we plan
and perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated
financial statements are free of material misstatement.
An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and
disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. The procedures selected depend on
the auditor's judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of
the consolidated financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk
assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the Organization's
preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements in order to design
audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of
expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Organization's internal control.
Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes evaluating the
appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant
accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation
of the consolidated financial statements.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to
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Opinion
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all
material respects, the consolidated financial position of Fleet Reserve Association and its
Affiliate, Fleet Reserve Association Education Foundation, as of December 31, 2013 and
2012, and the consolidated changes in their net assets and their cash flows for the years
then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United
States of America.
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December 31,
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Investments
Accounts receivable
Prepaid expenses and other assets
Inventory
Property and equipment
Prepaid pension asset
Total assets
$
704,082
9,878,978
61,846
45,698
32,743
1,929,591
2012
$
628,467
8,153,019
45,376
76,080
28,569
2,026,820
135,762
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Accounts payable and accrued expenses
Line of credit
Due to branches
Deferred revenue
Total liabilities
Net assets
Unrestricted
Undesignated
Designated
Total unrestricted net assets
221,445
55,698
1,788,282
447,343
20,000
47,393
1,808,149
2,065,425
2,322,885
83,637
9,329,339
55,864
7,628,745
9,412,976
7,684,609
Temporarily restricted
783,032
695,094
Permanently restricted
391,505
391,505
Total net assets
10,587,513
8,771,208
$ 12,652,938
$ 11,094,093
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2013
Year Ended December 31,
Unrestricted activities
Revenue and support
$ 1,937,055
1,101,353
713,395
398,618
391,011
366,909
212,813
66,936
Proceeds from terminated trust
Membership dues
Insurance distributions and other
Interest, dividends and realized gains flosses
Contributions
Publications and subscriptions
Special programs and royalties
Net assets released from restrictions
3,059,348
1,072,343
1,006,252
552,869
1,149,832
1,202,483
694,709
2,631,464
3,047,024
630,616
314,188
157,489
849,718
483,682
171,769
Total supporting services
1,102,293
1,505,169
Total expense
3,733,757
4,552,193
1,454,333
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Member services
Communication
Legislative
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662,658
162,074
383,605
366,692
220,719
66,361
5,188,090
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Membership administration
Management and general
Fund raising
Change in unrestricted net assets before other items
Other items
Unrealized gain on investments
Pension settlement costs
Pension related change other than
net periodic pension costs
512,645
776,000
(501,966)
659,213
1,171,858
274,034
Total other items
Change in unrestricted net assets
1,728,367
(320,987)
66,840
23,062
64,972
(66,936)
54,415
10,782
39,321
(66,361)
87,938
38,157
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Unrealized and realized gain on investments
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable
Inventory
Prepaid pension asset
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Purchase of investments
Proceeds from sale of investments
Purchases of property and equipment
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(5,688)
1,413
(135,762)
310,527
(3,452)
4,899
(485,393)
(1,054,099)
(737,949)
(1,020,779)
(814,147)
1,816,111
(666,591)
Cash flows from financing activities
Principal advances on line of credit
Principal payments on line of credit
1,001,964
132,000
(152,000)
84,500
(64,500)
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Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year
(16,470)
30,382
(4,174)
135,762
(225,898)
8,305
(19,867)
(2,768,882)
2,149,958
(47,667)
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities
$
(282,830)
150,578
(575,633)
762,206
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
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75,615
1,185
628,467
627,282
704,082
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Organization: Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) (the Association) was incorporated in the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in November 1924 as a non-stock, not-for-profit organization.
FRA also received a federal charter in September 1996. FRA's membership consists of
approximately 64,000 active, reserve, retired and veteran enlisted personnel of the United States
Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. FRA's objectives are to represent its members on Capitol
Hill with regard to personnel issues, take care of its members and their families who may be in
urgent need of assistance, financial or otherwise; to assist in recruiting for the United States Navy,
Marine Corps, and Coast Guard; to assemble for social intercourse and to keep its members
informed on military matters affecting the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard active, reserve,
retired and veteran enlisted personnel; and to provide a forum whereby members may continue to
loyally serve their country. FRA's leadership is an elected Board of Directors and management
functions are performed by the National Headquarters staff.
In August 2008, FRA established the Fleet Reserve Association Education Foundation (FRAEF)
(the Foundation). The Foundation was incorporated in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a
charitable arm of the Association. The Foundation's purpose is to educate the American public on
the benefits of the United States Navy, Marine Corp, and Coast Guard; to provide scholarships to
qualified applicants; to prepare educational material and conduct educational activities; and to
assist other charitable and educational organizations in the conduct of similar activities. The
Foundation is managed by FRA and as such, the accounts and activities of the Foundation are
included in the consolidated financial statements
The following programs and supporting services are included in the accompanying financial
statements:
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Communication: Activities include marketing initiatives and weekly legislative email updates;
publishing and distributing "FRA Today" monthly magazine and a quarterly on-line publication to all
members focused primarily on items of interest for active, retired, reserve and veterans of the
military sea-services. Additionally, the communication programs include press releases, speeches
and handouts for events as well as the management of a website with content for supporters and
members.
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outreach and longevity recognition awards for members, their spouses and dependents.
Legislative: Activities associated with legislative advocacy work at the national level on behalf of
membership on pay, benefits and quality of life programs for members of the military sea services,
their spouses and dependents.
Membership administration: Activities include processes that support membership plus FRA
National, Regional Officers and staff with regard to governance, meetings and related activities
and scholarship awards. Other administrative expenses include records maintenance, new and
renewed membership card processing.
Management and general: Activities include the functions associated with proper administration of
the governing boards and committees, maintaining an adequate working environment, and
managing the financial responsibilities of the Organization.
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ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES - CONTINUED
Fund raising: Activities conducted to raise contributions to supplement and maintain membership
dues at an affordable rate. Currently these programs are: (1) the "address label" fund raising
program in the spring, (2) a "straight appeal" solicitation by email, which uses an online portal for
donations and (3) the "calendar solicitation program" in the fall.
A summary of significant accounting policies follows:
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Principles of consolidation: The accounts and activities of FRA and the Foundation (collectively
referred to as "the Organization") are included in the consolidation. All intra-entity balances and
significant transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Basis of accounting: The Organization prepares its financial statements on the accrual basis of
accounting. As SUCh, revenues are recognized when earned and expenses are recognized when
incurred.
Use of estimates: The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and
assumptions that affect certain reported amounts and disclosures. Accordingly, actual results
could differ from those estimates.
Income taxes: FRA is exempt from the payment of income taxes on its exempt activities under
Section 501 (c)(19) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). Certain activities unrelated to FRA's tax
exempt purpose, such as publication and newsletter advertising, are subject to federal and state
income taxes. FRA incurred approximately $138,000 and $205,000 in federal and state income
tax expense during the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, related to
expenditure of member insurance reserve funds for non-charitable purposes.
The Foundation is exempt from the payment of income taxes on its exempt activities under
Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is not classified as a private foundation.
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positions taken. Therefore, management has not identified any material uncertain income tax
positions. Generally, FRA's and the Foundation's income tax returns are subject to examination
by the Internal Revenue Service for three years once they have been filed.
Cash and cash equivalents: The Organization considers all highly-liquid debt instruments with a
maturity of three months or less, overnight repurchase agreements and certain money market
funds, to be cash equivalents. As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, the Organization had
$639,190 and $576,375, respectively, in money market funds that are included as cash
equivalents in the accompanying financial statements. The Organization has additional money
market funds included in its investment portfolio that are not classified as cash and cash
equivalents because they are held for long term purposes.
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Accounts receivable: The Organization's receivables consist primarily of sales of publication
advertising in the FRA Today magazine, amounts due pursuant to royalty agreements, and from
sales of inventory and promotional items. The Organization reports its accounts receivable at net
realizable value by periodically reviewing an aging of its accounts receivable for collection
purposes and evaluating the adequacy of the allowance for doubtful accounts. Receivables are
written off when deemed uncollectible. Recoveries of receivables previously written off are
recorded when received. As of December 31,2013 and 2012, all receivables were deemed fully
collectible by management; therefore, no allowance for doubtful accounts has been recorded.
Inventory: Inventory consists primarily of manuals, pins, pendants, decals, and lapel buttons that
are valued at the lower of cost or market on a first-in, first-out basis. Management periodically
reviews its inventory to identify slow-moving or obsolete items. Inventory is reported net of a
reserve for obsolescence of $4,600 as of December 31,2013 and 2012, respectively.
Net assets: The Organization classifies its net assets based upon the existence or lack of donor
imposed restrictions. In order to account for such restrictions or limitations on the use of its
resources, the Organization classifies its net assets as unrestricted, temporarily restricted or
permanently restricted. Additionally, the Organization maintains separate investments accounts to
account for the various donor-imposed restrictions. For financial statement presentation
purposes, the Organization combines and classifies its net assets as follows:
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General Fund - General Fund represents unrestricted net assets that are available to
support activities of the Organization at the discretion of its management and National
Board of Directors.
Designated Funds - Designated Funds represent unrestricted net assets of the
Organization that have been designated for specific purposes by management and the
National Board of Directors. Significant designated funds include unexpended support
received from the standby health trusts, life membership, capital improvement, and
unused leave funds established by the Board of Directors which may be redirected by the
Board.
TemporarilY restricted: Temporarily restricted net assets represent net assets whose use is
limited by donor-imposed restrictions that either expire with the passage of time or must be
used for specific purposes.
Permanently restricted: Permanently restricted net assets represent net assets whose donor
stipulated that the original donation be held in perpetuity by the Organization with any interest
earned upon the corpus restricted for certain charitable functions or educational purposes,
such as scholarships.
Revenue recognition: The Organization recognizes dues revenue ratably over the term of the
membership. Life memberships are recognized ratably over twenty years, which has been
determined to be the historical tenure of a life member. The portion of dues not yet recognized as
income is classified as deferred revenue.
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Contributions and donations are recorded when received or when the unconditional promise-to
give is made. They are recorded by the Organization as increases in unrestricted, temporarily
restricted or permanently restricted net assets based upon the existence of donor-imposed
restrictions.
Temporarily restricted contributions are released to unrestricted when the
corresponding restriction expires.
Publication and subscription revenue is recognized at the time of delivery of the related periodical.
Functional allocation of expense: The Organization has summarized the cost of providing its
various programs and activities on a functional basis in the accompanying financial statements.
Accordingly, certain costs have been allocated among the program and supporting services
benefited.
Subsequent events: Subsequent events have been evaluated through March 24, 2014, which is
the date the financial statements were available to be issued.
B. CONCENTRATIONS OF RISK
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The Organization maintains its cash in bank deposit accounts, which, at times, may exceed
federally insured limits. The Organization has not experienced any losses in such accounts and
believes it is not exposed to any significant financial risk.
The Organization maintains investments in a professionally managed portfolio that contains
certificates of deposit, equity mutual funds, and fixed income mutual funds. Such investments are
exposed to various risks, such as market and credit. Due to the level of risk associated with such
investments and the level of uncertainty related to changes in the value of such investments, it is
at least reasonably possible that changes in risks in the near term would materially affect
investment balances and the amounts reported in the financial statements.
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The Organization endorses an insurance program run by Marsh on behalf of the Organization's
members. Under the terms of the agreement, the Organization receives distributions of funds in
excess of required premium stabilization reserves. During the years ended December 31, 2013
and 2012 the Organization received approximately $705,400 and $647,800 or 12% and 15%,
respectively, of the Organization's total revenue in the form of distributions of surplus premium
stabilization reserves.
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Investments with readily determinable fair values are reflected at fair market value. To adjust the
carrying value of the investments, unrealized gains and losses are reported in the consolidated
statement of activities.
The Organization has implemented generally accepted accounting principles for fair value
measurements. Such principles define fair value, establish a framework for measuring fair value,
and expand disclosures about fair value measurements. There are three prioritized input levels to
measure fair value, which are not necessarily an indication of risk.
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Level 1 - Observable inputs that reflect quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in active
markets, such as stock quotes;
Level 2 - Includes inputs other than level 1 that are directly or indirectly observable in the
marketplace, such as yield curves or other market data;
Level 3 - Unobservable inputs which reflect the reporting entity's assessment of the
assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability, including
assumptions about risk, such as bid/ask spreads and liquidity discounts.
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Genworth managed funds
Fixed income mutual funds
Investments carried at fair value
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Level 3
$
4,436,596
4,279,123
629,789
$
4,436,596
4,279,123
629,789
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$
9,345,508
$
9,345,508
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Level 1
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508,459
25,011
$
9,878,978
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Genworth managed funds
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3,575,643
$
7,554,851
Level 2
Level 3
$
3,575,643
3,431,749
547,459
$
$
$
7,554,851
$
$
3,431,749
547,459
Money market funds "
Certificates of deposit"
Total investments
Level 1
Total
2012
573,157
25,011
$
8,153,019
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SUbjectto the provisions of fair value measurement and are recorded at cost.
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The Organization's mutual funds are classified as Level 1 items, because they are actively traded
on public exchanges.
Genworth Financial manages a series of investments for the Organization. All of these funds
consist of mutual funds and money market funds, which are actively traded on public exchanges
and therefore classified as Level 1 items.
Investment income consists of the following for the years ended December 31:
2012
2013
Interest and dividends
Unrealized gains
Realized gains
$
155,617
840,972
266,063
$
149,189
551,966
23,667
$
1,262,652
$
724,822
D. PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
The Organization capitalizes property and equipment acquisitions at cost and depreciates them
using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of 7 to 30 years for office building
and related improvements, 5 to 10 years for furniture and fixtures, and 3 to 7 years for office and
computer equipment and software.
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Building and improvements
Office furniture, equipment, and software
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2,878,279 •
1,167,611
5,234,325
2012
$
1,929,591
1,188,435
2,833,274
1,166,223
5,187,932
(3,161,112)
$
2,026,820
Depreciation and amortization expense was $144,896 and $150,578 for the years ended
December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
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Branch dues: The Organization is associated with approximately 250 branches located throughout
the world. These branches are independently chartered and locally governed. As such, their
accounts and activities are not consolidated in the accompanying consolidated financial statements.
In accordance with the Organization's by-laws, membership dues collected from individuals who are
also members of a local branch are shared equally with the branches.
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Approximately 60% of the Organization's members are also members of local branches with the
remaining 40% considered members at large in which the Organization retains all dues revenue.
Accordingly, the Organization paid membership dues totaling approximately $504,084 and
$538,900 to the branches during the years ended December 31,2013 and 2012, respectively.
The Organization reports branch dues as liabilities in the accompanying financial statements and
only reflects membership dues revenue for the Organization's portion. As such, dues revenue in
the accompanying financial statements are reported net of the payments to branches. The
Organization owed local branches $55,698 and $47,393 as of December 31, 2013 and 2012,
respectively.
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for up to three years after dissolution of the branch to allow the members an opportunity to
reestablish the branch. In the interim, the earnings, net of any expenses incurred on behalf of the
branch, accrue to the Organization. During the year ended December 31,2012, the Organization
closed out the residual liability to five defunct branches and reflected the remaining amount held in
escrow of $1,335 in revenue.
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created for the sole purpose of covering the cost of health insurance benefits for spouses of
Organization members who may not have adequate coverage. Although the Organization manages
these trusts, they do not have the economic interest required to be consolidated in the accompanying
financial statements. One of the trusts was terminated in 2013, and the Organization received
proceeds totaling $1,937,055 at the time of the termination. The trusts reported plan assets of
approximately $962,790 and $2,735,000 for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012,
respectively.
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RETIREMENT PLANS
Defined Benefit Plan: The Organization maintains a defined benefit pension plan that is available
to all qualifying employees. Benefits are based upon each employee's respective years of service
and average compensation of the highest three consecutive years of service out of the last ten
years of employment prior to retirement. It is the Organization's policy to fund the pension plan in
accordance with the requirements as set forth by the plan document and as required by the
Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) of 1974 and as amended .
The plan was frozen in 2010. As a result of freezlnq the plan, no further benefits accrue to the
participants, and future benefits to be paid to eligible participants will be based upon their
compensation at the time of the freeze. The plan holds assets, pays accrued benefits and
receives additional employer contributions for any unfunded benefits, as needed. The freezinq of
the plan during 2010 resulted in a curtailment of the future projected benefit obligations by
approximately $705,000.
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During 2013, the Organization received approval from the Internal Revenue Service and the
Pension Benefit Guarantee Corporation (PBGC) to terminate its defined benefit plan. As a result,
the Organization settled all remaining liabilities under the plan through distributions to plan
participants. The following table summarizes the transactions related to the settlement:
Fair Value of Plan Assets at termination date
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Benefit payments
Lump sum cash distributions
Purchases of nonparticipating annuities
(265,010)
(2,210,536)
Total benefit payments
(2,475,546)
(28,166)
Administrative costs
Total distribution of Plan assets
(2,503,712)
Settlement obligation in excess of Plan assets (funded by FRA)
(366,204)
Net pension asset at December 31,2012
Pension settlement
2,137,508
(135,762)
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(501,966)
For the year ended December 31, 2012, the plan's funded status and amounts recognized in the
statement of financial position are as follows:
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Plan assets- fair value
Projected benefit obligation
$
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Overfunded (underfunded) status
$
135,762
Under generally accepted accounting principles, certain pension-related items, such as prior
service costs and net gains/ losses, are recognized as a change in unrestricted net assets, but are
not yet included in net periodic pension cost. Such items are systematically amortized and
recognized as a component of net periodic pension cost in future years. The balance of pension
related items in unrestricted net assets that have not yet been recognized as net periodic pension
cost consist of an unrecognized net loss which totals $1,070,241 at December 31,2012. The prior
year change of $45,863 is combined with contributions of $613,350 to represent the $659,213 of
pension related change other than net periodic pension costs in the statement of activities for the
year ended December 31, 2012.
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For the year ended December 31, 2012, the net periodic pension cost, employer contributions,
benefits paid, and settlements are as follows:
Net periodic pension cost
Employer contributions
Benefits paid
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$
$
38,058
613,350
49,369
The net periodic pension cost includes the following components for the year ended December
31,2012:
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Interest cost on projected benefit obligation
Return on plan assets
$
86,119
(151,483)
103,422
Net amortization and deferral
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pension costs and the related obligations at December 31,2012:
Discount interest rate
Expected return on plan assets
Rate of compensation increase
4.25%
7.50%
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Annually, the Organization selects a discount rate based on current and projected economic and
market conditions. The expected long-term rate of return on the plan assets is determined based
upon the asset allocation in the plan, as well as historical and projected returns. Together, these
two key assumptions playa significant role in projecting the overall anticipated liability in the plan.
For the year ended December 31,2012, the asset allocations for the funds are as follows:
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Target allocation percentages are:
Fixed income securities
100%
The pension plan's fair value measurements consist of the following as of December 31,2012:
Money market funds *
Cash and cash equivalents *
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Total
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Level 2
$ 2,097,939
$ 2,097,939
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$ 2,097,939
$
$
62,152
1,772
$ 2,161,863
* Money market funds and cash and cash equivalents included in the investment portfolio are not
subject to the provisions of fair value measurement and are recorded at cost.
Discretionary Contribution Plan: In addition to the defined benefit pension plan, the Organization
has a 401(k) qualified retirement plan that allows employees to voluntarily make tax-deferred
contributions to the plan up to statutory limits as set by the IRe. The Organization implemented a
discretionary matching provision effective January 1, 2011, and contributed $59,906 and 62,053 to
the plan during the years ended December 31,2013 and 2012, respectively.
G. LINE OF CREDIT
During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, the Organization maintained a secured
$200,000 line of credit with a regional bank to provide working capital as necessary. The line of
credit is secured by the depository and other accounts held on deposit with the lender by the
Organization. The credit agreement also calls for certain restrictive covenants and requires
monthly payments of interest at a variable annual rate indexed at 1.5% above the USOR rate (for
a rate of 1.66% at December 31, 2013). The Organization incurred interest expense of $484 and
$685 during the years ended December 31,2013 and 2012. The current line of credit matures in
June 2014. There were borrowings outstanding on the line of credit of $0 and $20,000 at
December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
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Temporarily restricted net assets consist of various memorial, scholarship and disaster relief funds
and income on permanently restricted net assets that are earmarked for scholarships and
emergency relief to children and families of enlisted personnel and retirees. Permanently
restricted net assets pertain to the corpus of certain scholarships funds that are to be held in
perpetuity with any income to be used for scholarships and grants as directed by the donor in the
original gift instrument. Temporarily restricted and permanently restricted net assets consist of the
following as of December 31,:
2012
2013
Disaster relief funds
Scholarship funds
$
$
1,174,537
538,498
156,596
695,094
391,505
391,505
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628,351
154,681
783,032
$
1,086,599
ENDOWMENT FUNDS
Endowments consist of 13 funds established to provide financial stability and support for the
Organization's operations and patriotic, charitable, and educational programs. Endowment funds
are reflected as board designated, temporarily restricted, or permanently restricted net assets
based upon whether the endowment fund was established by internal designations of the Board of
Directors or from donor restricted contributions and gifts.
The Organization has interpreted the Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act
(UPMIFA) as requiring the preservation of the fair value of the original gift at the time of donation
for the donor-restricted endowment funds absent any explicit donor stiputation to the contrary.
Accordingly, the Organization classifies as temporarily restricted or permanently restricted net
assets the original value of restricted donations, the original value of additional donations to the
fund, and accumulations of the fund in accordance with the original donors' gift instruments.
Accordingly, the board of directors may report earnings from permanently restricted funds as
temporarily restricted net assets if so directed by the donor and unexpended.
In accordance with UPMIFA, the Organization considers the following factors in making a
determination to appropriate or accumulate internally designated or donor-restricted endowment
funds; (1) the duration and preservation of the various funds, (2) the purpose of the donor
restricted endowment funds, (3) general economic conditions, (4) the possible effect of inflation
and deflation, (5) the expected total return from income and appreciation of investments, (6) other
resources of the Organization, and (7) the Organization's investment policies.
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by the Board of Directors, for endowment and other investment assets in an attempt to provide for
a predictable stream of funding in support of the endowment purposes while preserving capital
and maintaining the purchasing power of the endowment fund assets over the long-term.
Accordingly, the investment policy seeks to achieve an after-cost total rate of return, including
investment income as well as capital appreciation, with acceptable risk as set forth in the
investment policy approved by the Board of Directors.
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As such, the investment policy allows for a well-diversified investment portfolio which may include
cash and money market funds to provide adequate liquidity, and certificate of deposits,
government and corporate bonds, mutual bond and equity funds, and corporate debt and equity
securities that are intended to manage risk and inflation and provide for an overall reasonable
market return. As such, the Association expects its endowment assets to produce an average
rate of return commensurate with market returns over the long-term for similar type investments.
Investment risk is determined by overall investment assets and allocations and is designed to
manage overall risk with preservation of capital paramount.
Spending policies: The Organization's spending policy in regard to the endowment funds allows
for the expenditure of funds to provide for the operation and maintenance of member benefits
from the life membership and trust reserve funds. The spending policy in regards to the disaster
relief fund allows for annual expenditures as determined annually by the Board of Directors to
provide emergency support for military personnel in need. The spending policy for the scholarship
and memorial funds allow for expenditures for scholarships and grants from the temporarily
restricted net asset balances as annually determined by the Board of Directors.
In establishing its spending policies, the Organization considers the long-term expected return on
its investment assets, the nature and duration of the individual endowment funds, some of which
may be required to be held in perpetuity as permanently restricted net assets as directed by the
original donor, and the possible effects of risk, inflation, and other economic matters. The
Organization expects its spending policies to allow its endowment funds to grow over time. This is
consistent with the Organization's objective to maintain the purchasing power of the endowment
funds as well as provide additional growth from investments and new gifts. The Organization's
endowment fund balances consist of the following as of and for the years ended December 31:
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7,118,592
628,351
154,681
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9,155,506
$
783,032
$
391,505
2,036,914
7,118,592
628,351
546,186
391,505
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Trust reserve funds
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Scholarship funds
$
1,693,114
5,781,659
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$
$
538,498
156,596
$
7,474,773
$
695,094
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$
1,693,114
5,781,659
538,498
548,101
$
8,561,372
391,505
$
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The Organization's changes in the endowment fund balances are as follows for the years ended
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$
2,227,629
388,941
764,339
(1,700,176)
$
9,155,506
Permanently
Restricted
695,094
$
391,505
Total
$
66,840
23,062
64,972
(66,936)
$
783,032
8,561,372
2,294,469
412,003
829,311
(1,767,112)
$
391,505
$ 10,330,043
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Permanently
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$
7,777,892
647,769
158,119
504,087
(1,613,094)
$
656,937
54,415
10,782
39,321
(66,361 )
$
391,505
$
8,826,334
702,184
168,901
543,408
(1,679,455)
$
7,474,773
$
695,094
$
391,505
$
8,561,372
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Hotel commitments: The Organization's National Convention Committee contracts with various
hotels for convention and hotel space for its future meetings. In the event that the convention is
canceled or its contracted room nights are reduced, the Organization may be liable for
cancellation fees for all rooms that the hotel will not be able to resell.
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its Affiliate, Fleet Reserve Association Education Foundation, (collectively the
Organization), as of and for the year ended December 31, 2013, and have issued our
report thereon dated March 24, 2014, which contained an unmodified opinion on those
consolidated financial statements. Our audit was performed for the purpose of forming an
opinion on the consolidated financial statements as a whole. The consolidating
information on the following two pages is presented for the purposes of additional analysis
of the consolidated financial statements rather than to present the financial position and
results of activities of the individual entities, and is not a required part of the consolidated
financial statements. Such information is the responsibility of management and was
derived from and relates directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to
prepare the consolidated financial statements. The consolidating information has been
subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the consolidated financial
statements and certain additional procedures, including comparing and reconciling such
information directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the
consolidated financial statements or to the consolidated financial statements themselves,
and other additional procedures in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted
in the United States of America. In our opinion, the consolidating information is fairly
stated in all material respects in relation to the consolidated financial statements taken as
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December 31,2013
Association
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Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Investments
Accounts receivable
Inventory
Property and equipment
Tota I assets
Foundation
(FRAEF)
682,959
9,878,978
56,846
45,698
32,743
1,929,591
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$
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55,698
1,788,282
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26,223
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9,878,978
61,846
45,698
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391,505
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9,329,339
9,412,976
783,032
391,505
83,637
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87,938
776,000
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274,034
1,728,367
630,616
314,188
157,489
1,102,293
3,733,757
1,454,333
1,072,343
1,006,252
552,869
2,631,464
1,937,055
1,101,353
713,395
398,618
391,011
366,909
212,813
66,936
5,188,090
19,130
72,000
(126,436)
7,093
386,421
(1,987,022)
64,487
(1,536,114)
681,003
347,534
507,577
1,536,114
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133,529
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1,809,212
5,311
23,062
64,972
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80,845
776,000
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274,034
1,728,367
20,436
126,436
(72,000)
(72,000)
106,000
20,436
(72,000)
106,000
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357,340
658,718
45,292
1,061,350
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126,436
Foundation
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126,436
244,195
2,280,774
93,002
2,617,971
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE JUNIOR PAST NATIONAL PRESIDENT
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National Officers and Shipmates. It has been an honor to serve
the Association over the course of the past three years as National Vice President, National President, and finally
Junior Past National President.
Following Chattanooga, I heeded my physicians’ advice and greatly limited my travel and activities; however, I continued to be an active participant in Branch, Regional, and National affairs. I attended both the Southeast Region and
National Board of Directors Midyear meetings, the LAFRA Pilgrimage at Arlington National Cemetery as well as
the Southeast Region Convention in August and the 87th National Convention in October.
As I have stated in every annual report as a National Officer, membership must take a front seat as it is declining not
only in the FRA but the other Veteran Service Organizations as well. The most common thread throughout is age, the
“spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak” as our membership is aging to the point that regular active involvement is
becoming an obstacle. The infusion of new and younger Shipmates is slow and there must be an adequate period for
learning about the FRA prior to their “assuming the watch.” Unfortunately, and equally, if not more important, many
of these new potential “replacements” are leaving the FRA at an alarming rate for non-payment of dues without ever
even attending a Branch meeting.
The National President and I have communicated regularly over the course of the past two years. I have enjoyed our
exchange and hopefully our discussions of issues, experiences, and lessons learned have advanced the Association.
A “Bravo Zulu” goes to our dedicated staff at National Headquarters; and a heartfelt thanks for all the assistance you
have rendered to me over the past few years.
All communications were responded to in a timely manner and all funds received from the FRA for travel and expenses were expended in the performance of my duties as the Junior Past National President.
Shipmate National President, this concludes my report as the Junior Past National President of the FRA for the Association Year 2013-2014.
I respectfully request my report be received.
MARK A. KILGORE
Junior Past National President
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE REGIONAL PRESIDENT NORTHEAST/NEW ENGLAND
The merger of the Northeast and New England is complete. The steering committee successfully wrote a new constitution and bylaws that was approved at the Northeast Regional convention in Camp Hill PA, and the New England
convention in Groton, CT and the National Convention in Chattanooga, TN. Elections were held at both Regional
conventions with the same slate of officers emerging as the new Regional executive team. The finances for the new
region were consolidated and a new treasury and treasurer were established with a healthy amount of funds to support the new region’s activities for the fiscal year 2013-2014.
The newly merged region features 28 branches. I’ve visited 24 branches and have evaluated them as they relate to
the statutes of the National CBL and policies set forth by the national executive team and the Northeast/New England region CBL. Two branches were outstanding, six branches were above average, fourteen branches were average, and four branches were below average. These four branches are close to surrendering their charters. Two
branches surrendered their charters (Branch 253 and 288), leaving the Region with 26 branches.
The first spring meet for the new region was held in April in Groton, CT, approximately 40 delegates attended from
all over the new region. This was the first time some delegates got to meet other delegates from the region that was
not their own. Officers and committee chairs gave reports to update shipmates on progress of their work to date. The
delegates left the meeting with pleasant feelings and enjoyed the comradeship of the shipmates in attendance.
The region had a successful year with the national essay contest. We had a first place eleventh grade Branch 226,
second place eighth grade Branch 338 and third place twelfth grade Branch 087. In addition, two students won
scholarships of five thousand dollars each from Branch 057 and 226.
Branch 232 sponsored the Coast Guard Enlisted Memorial Foundation by requesting funds at the national convention. The FRA approved a contribution of ten thousand dollars. The memorial will honor over fifteen hundred enlisted Coast Guard shipmates who lost their life while on active duty. It will be located at Cape May, NJ.
Four branches sponsored Sailor/(Enlisted Person) of the Quarter/Year. They are Branch 001, Branch 020, Branch
226 and Branch 232.
The shipmates from the Northeast/New England Region have submitted a resolution (Branch 156) to change the
name of the region to North Atlantic Region.
JAMES E. BROWN
Regional President Northeast/New England
RPNE/NENG-1
ANNUAL REPORT OF THE REGIONAL PRESIDENT EAST COAST
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National Officers, Regional Officers, Past Regional Officers,
Shipmates and Guests.
It has been a pleasure and an honor to serve the Shipmates of the East Coast Region for the past twelve months and I
want to thank you all for this extraordinary opportunity. To date I have traveled over 10,032 miles throughout the
East Coast Region participating in FRA interest events. I am very grateful for the hospitality, support and friendship
shown by the Shipmates throughout my travel.
Throughout the East Coast Region I attended and participated in the following events:
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31 Branch meetings in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and North Carolina.
2 Central Liaison Committee Meetings in Delaware and Virginia.
Tidewater Area Council Meeting at Branch 60 in Norfolk, VA.
East Coast Regional Mid-Year Meeting, Oxon Hill, MD.
LAFRA Pilgrimage at Arlington National Cemetery
FRA National Board of Directors Meeting, Alexandria, VA.
Annual FRA Storming the Hill, Washington, DC.
Installed the following Branches: Br. 219 Richmond VA, Br. 181 Arlington, VA, Br. 204 Goldsboro, NC,
Br. 060 Norfolk, VA, Br. 041 Vinton, VA, Br. 099 Virginia Beach, VA, Br. 006 Baltimore, MD, Br. 257
Portsmouth, VA.
Had the opportunity to speak at the Elizabeth City CG Base award ceremony about the FRA.
Attended the Pungo Strawberry Festival, Virginia Beach, VA. Manned the FRA recruiting tent.
USS Wisconsin Memorial Day Ceremony Norfolk, VA.
Branch 40 Memorial Day Flag Retirement Ceremony, Chesapeake, VA.
Joint Women’s Leadership Symposium, Waterside Marriot, Norfolk, VA
East Coast Regional Convention, Williamsburg, VA.
I would like to thank East Coast Regional Vice President, John J. Willis for his help and support throughout the year.
A special thank you all the shipmates, unit members and friends for your support with the passing of my father.
During my visits to the Branches and to other civic function I performed my duties as East Coast Regional President
as prescribed in the Constitution and Bylaws of the Fleet Reserve Association and the Bylaws of the East Coast Region.
All funds received from FRA for travel and expenses were expended on Association business.
This concludes my report and I move that it be received.
JAMES CAMPBELL
Regional President East Coast
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE REGIONAL PRESIDENT SOUTHEAST
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National Officers, Regional Officers, Past Regional Officers,
Shipmates and Guests:
It has been a privilege and honor to serve the Shipmates of the Southeast Region during the past year. This region
covers 5 states and at the current time contains 43 branches. Upon my return home from the 86 th National Convention in Chattanooga, Tennessee, I began my travels within the region visiting the branches, their shipmates and families. I wish to express my thanks to everyone for their kind and old fashioned southern hospitality extended to us as
we traveled the region. Joan and I have made many lasting friendships and at each visit you showed the motto of the
FRA organization – Loyalty, Protection and Service.
Events that I attended during my travels this year include the following: National Veterans Day Observance and Parade, Birmingham, Alabama; Pearl Harbor Memorial Service aboard the USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG-45) at Naval
Station, Mayport, Florida; Georgia/South Carolina Caucus, Kingsland, Georgia; USCG Blackthorn Memorial Service, St. Petersburg, Florida; Southeast Regional Mid-Year Meeting, Goose Creek, South Carolina; Tennessee Caucus, Gatlinburg, Tennessee; Florida Council of Branches and Units, Jacksonville, Florida; FRA Mid-Year National
Board of Directors Meeting, Alexandria, Virginia; LA FRA Pilgrimage to Arlington National Cemetery and the Mast
of the Maine, Arlington, Virginia; and USS Hobson Memorial Service, Charleston, South Carolina.
During the year, I had two branches with clubs and business enterprises who were not working well together for various reasons and they required several meetings entailing long distance travel to solve their problems, which came
about from not talking to one another and basic record-keeping. I am happy to report that both are now doing well.
With that in mind, I recommend that those with clubs and business ventures review C&BL, Section 1226, and subsections within, to ensure that no conflicts exist. Also, I recommend a monthly review of financial records for those
having clubs by a review board established and appointed by the Branch President.
It was my sad duty to accept the Branch Charter and Flag of Charleston, South Carolina, Branch 50 on June 8 th,
2014. The branch had been serving the region for more than 70 years. Shipmates have been transferred by the secretary to another local branch if desired, placed on the MAL listing or moved to another branch of their choice. On the
bright side, I had the pleasure of installing new officers for the upcoming year at the following branches: Branch 15,
Walhalla, South Carolina; Branch 51, Miami, Florida; Branch 110, Nashville, Tennessee; Branch 118, Cape Coral,
Florida; Branch 234, Anderson, South Carolina; and Branch 386, Dothan, Alabama. My travels this year have given
me a new insight and understanding of the Southeast Region, and one thing stands out. No matter the size, large or
small, every branch is working hard for the organization of the FRA. I have traveled in excess of 23,300 miles while
visiting the branches in the region and I report that I am very proud of each one.
I wish to thank the National Headquarters Staff, National President, National Vice President, Past National Presidents, Past Southeast Regional Presidents, Regional Vice President and acknowledge the following shipmates who
provided guidance through rough spots during my tenure: Parliamentarian, PRPSE John Handzuk, and my JrPRPSE
James “Robbie” Robbins.
All National and Regional correspondence and National Board of Directors Resolutions were responded to in a timely manner and all funds received from the FRA were expended on association business.
This concludes my report; I respectfully move that it be received.
FREDERICK A. HILL
Regional President Southeast
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE REGIONAL PRESIDENT NORTH CENTRAL
RICK L. WANGEN
Regional President North Central
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE REGIONAL PRESIDENT SOUTH CENTRAL
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Regional Officers, Shipmates and Guests. It has been an honor and a
pleasure to serve my Shipmates as Regional President South Central and as a member of the National Board of Directors. I want to thank the national officers and headquarters office staff for the assistance freely given when requested without hesitation.
During my year in office, I visited every branch in my region but one, attended the National Board Meeting in Washington, D.C., worked with the Military Coalition of Texas and represented the FRA at every Patriot Guard Mission
for Naval and Marine personnel for which I was available. Fortunately, there were no Coast Guard missions. I was in
voice and e-mail contact with the one branch I did not visit. Miles travelled by automobile and motorcycle to accomplish the above totaled ~ 21,000.
Along with the South Central Regional President of the FRA Auxiliary, volunteered approximately 300 hours each
and travelled 5000 miles to volunteer as the FRA VAVS Representatives at the Region VA Clinic in Austin, TX.
The year saw the loss of Branch 119, West Monroe, LA and Branch 203, San Antonio, which merged with Branch
201.
I had the privilege of installing branch officers for 2014-2015 at Branches 11, 159, 162, 222, 227, 264, and 371.
On 4 July, the Auxiliary RPSC and I had the honor and privilege to lead several thousand residents of Williamson
County, TX in the recitation of The Pledge of Allegiance just before the fireworks display.
It was also a pleasure and honor to present the FRA awards for the Americanism/Patriotism Essay Contest to the
National Sophomore year first place winner, who also was deemed the National overall winner and the eighth grade
third place National winner.
At the request of PNP Marvin Johnson, Branch 104, presented a 60-year certificate and pin to Shipmate Thomas
Kleumper, a current member of Branch 104 residing in Round Rock, TX. Joining me in the presentation was Aux
Regional President Miller and JrPRPSC Holcomb.
I found all branches to be in good working order and serving their communities well. The one unmistakable fact noticed again was the core, active members - the shipmates who do the planning, evaluation and execution of FRA
business and community involvement, are all the old guard and getting up in age. This does not bode well for the
long-term future of the FRA.
All funds received from the FRA were expended in the performance of my duties on association business.
Yours in Loyalty, Protection and Service,
RUSSELL N. MILLER
Regional President South Central
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE REGIONAL PRESIDENT SOUTHWEST
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National Officers, Shipmates and Guests,
It has truly been an honor and privilege to serve the Shipmates of the Southwest Region and to serve on the National
Board of Directors during the Association Year of 2014. I was able to focus more energy on my duties and responsibilities than in 2013, where it seemed I was putting out more fires and attending to unfinished business than serving
the Shipmates as Regional President Southwest.
During my time in office, I visited every branch in the region, except two; found those branches to be in good working order and serving their branches and communities well. I made a concerted effort this year to concentrate on assisting the smaller, isolated branches throughout the region. I would like to thank all the Shipmates and Units in the
Southwest Region for their support and hospitality during my visits and attendance at branch/unit installations.
Some highlights of the year included attending the following events:
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Sailor of the Year Selection events for the Surface Forces and Air Forces Pacific
86th National Convention in Chattanooga, TN
Mid-Year National Board of Directors meeting and “Storming the Hill”
Southwest Regional Convention in Winterhaven, CA
Installed Officers for 2014-2015 at Branch 260, Branch 26 and Branch 272
Memorial Services for PNP T. I. King
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day in Phoenix, AZ
Memorial Day Services in Imperial Beach, CA
I traveled in excess of 12,000 miles during the year in the performance of my duties. I would like to personally thank
the National Headquarters staff for all the assistance they provided me and for their prompt and professional courtesy
they extended to me and my Regional staff. I am very grateful and humbled by the help and support I received.
All National and Regional correspondence was responded to in a timely manner, and all funds received from the
FRA were expended on association business.
This concludes my report and I respectfully move that it be received.
MICHAEL “MICK” FULTON
Regional President Southwest
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE REGIONAL PRESIDENT WEST COAST
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National and Regional Officers, Shipmates and Guests,
It has been my honor and privilege to serve the shipmates of the West Coast Region as your President and member of
the Fleet Reserve Association National Board of Directors.
During the year I visited all 21 branches in the West Coast Region and kept in contact with them by using regular
mail, e-mail and phone calls. Most branches were found to be in working order or had question(s) on Section
1216(a-d) that needed to be addressed and answered.
I participated in the following:
 FRA Pre-National Board of Directors, National Convention and Post-National Board of Directors, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
 Veterans Day Parade in Virginia City, Nevada.
 Wreaths across America at the Northern Nevada Veterans Cemetery, Fernley, Nevada.
 Funeral Service for Shipmate Past Regional President West Coast, L. Clymer, Daly City, CA.
 FRA National Board of Directors Mid-Year in Alexandria, VA., including Storming the Hill and the LA
FRA Pilgrimage, laying a wreath at the mast of USS Maine and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
 Institution and Installing of Officers for Unit 185, Ogden, Utah.
 Officiated at the West Coast Regional Mid-Year in Stockton, CA, and West Coast Regional Convention in
Carson City, Nevada.
 Operation Honor Flight, Welcoming Home our Veterans that visited various memorials in Washington,
D.C. Area.
 Memorial Day services that was conducted at Rock Park, Sparks, Nevada, and at the Northern Nevada Veterans Cemetery, Fernley, Nevada.
 I had the honor and privilege to install Branch Officers for 2014-2015, in seven Branches. Along with a Fifty Year award to S/M AMCS Robert Weeks, Branch 49.
On the down side of this report, the West Coast Region had one branch surrendered its charter due to lack of a
Shipmate or Shipmates, to step forward as a Branch Officer(s). We as Shipmates, forget that the long term branch
officer and officers, do get burned out and need to step back. I would, encourage our shipmates to step forward and
relieve those that have worked long and hard to keep their branch running over the years.
I have travelled in excess of 11,000 miles by automobile, airlines, bus, and subway during the year. I was able to
publish the bi-monthly West Coaster. Thanks to the input from the Branches and Officers of the Region.
I would like to thank the Shipmates of the West Coast Region for their support and hospitality extended to me. Also,
would like to thank my staff of Regional Officers and Advisors for their guidance and help. Thanks to National
Headquarters Staff and National Officers for their support and guidance. My year as your Regional President would
not have been successful without your dedication and hard work as Shipmates and Branch Officers in keeping your
branches going, as well as the Region.
All funds received from the Fleet Reserve Association were expended on FRA business over the year.
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PETER J. McNAMARA
Regional President West Coast
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE REGIONAL PRESIDENT NORTHWEST
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National and Regional Officers, Shipmates and Guests,
It has been my pleasure to serve the Shipmates of the Northwest Region as their President and as a member of the
National Board of Directors.
During the year I visited all 17 Branches in Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming. I was not able to visit the
overseas or Alaska Branches. I obtained with assistance of the National Headquarters Staff financial assistance for a
Shipmate in the Philippines from the disaster relief funds after he lost his home to the super typhoon that hit them in
the late 2013.
I participated in or attended the following:
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Installed the new Branch officers for four branches.
Attended the Memorial Day and wreath laying ceremony at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery as a representative of the FRA.
Worked with two Branches to get their charters reinstated after they had complied with the requirements set
for them.
Attended the funeral services for a long-time Branch 18 member and WWII veteran.
Attended the FRA National Board of Directors Mid-Year Meeting, which included “Storming the Hill”,
where I met with both of Idaho’s Senators and the staff of one Representative.
Attended the LA FRA Pilgrimage to Arlington National Cemetery.
Visited the WWII, Korea, and Vietnam Memorials to pay my respects to our departed veterans.
Presented the 9th grade 3rd place award to Abdul Eyad for the annual Americanism/Patriotism Essay Contest
at Branch 38’s meeting on May 31st.
During each Branch visit, I discussed membership and retention, encouraged each Branch to submit complete reports
of the various committees, use the National and Regional websites for information and Action Center items. I also
urged them all to contact their Local, State and National elected officials concerning veterans issues. I also talked
about mail, phone and internet scams by people claiming to be veterans groups, but were not. I advised them to research any group asking for money before contributing.
I have traveled over 13,000 miles by car or plane in the last year on FRA business.
I want to thank all of the Northwest Branches for their hospitality and the great discussions we had. I really enjoyed
meeting the Shipmates and their spouses during my visits.
All funds received from the FRA were expended on FRA business.
This concludes my report and I move that it be accepted.
DANIEL E. HOLLOWAY
Regional President Northwest
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE NATIONAL CHAPLAIN
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National Officers, Regional Officers, Past Regional Officers
and Shipmates. This is an interim report as of August 1, 2014. As of the deceased members list dated, July 21 st 2013,
there have been over 1000 deaths during my term of office, for an average of 20 per week. Of the cards sent, 10 were
returned. Additionally, I sent 12 get well cards.
I was unprepared and taken aback at the frequent loss of Shipmates. And, although I hadn’t served with them physically, because of the bond and deep heritage of our sea-service community, I was unprepared for the emotional impact that accompanied the duties of FRA National Chaplain and time one has to dedicate. However, I find this position to have been one of the most humbling and honorable things I have done.
I personally purchased stamps and every card at my own expense. Reason: I see this as a service. A ministry, that I
was honored to have been nominated and considered. The cards purchased, I believe spoke from my heart. I am very
humbled by the number of thank you cards expressing families sent expressing their gratitude to the FRA for remembering them and paying a tribute to their love ones.
As FRA National Chaplain, I had the privilege of attending three events at our local Charles County VETERANS
AND MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY, ANNAPOLIS VETERANS DAY APPRECIATION DAY PARADE
and the FRA STORM THE HILL.
All association funds received have been spent on association travel/per diem are true and accurate accounting supplied.
DANA L. WALLACE
National Chaplain – 2013-2014
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE
NATIONAL VETERANS SERVICE OFFICER
October 15 – 18, 2014, Corpus Christi, Texas
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National Officers, delegates and shipmates, as the National
Veterans Service Officer (NVSO), for the past 10 years it has indeed been an honor and a privilege to work for the
Shipmates and their families. This is my report on veterans’ issues.
FRA has been active in the veterans’ community since the Association’s founding in 1924 and oversees a number of
veteran-centric programs associated with the Department of Defense, Labor, Veterans Affairs and other agencies. As
NVSO, I serve as the chief liaison for FRA to many of these key departments and agencies, working with them to
effectively serve our Shipmates.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) designates FRA as a “recognized organization” and permits accredited
representatives of the FRA to present claims before the VA on behalf of veterans, their dependents and survivors.
Congress recognized FRA as a “Federally Chartered Veterans Service Organization” (P.L. 104-201, September 23,
1996) because of the Association’s commitment and service to the veterans’ community.
Since FRA’s chartering, the National President or his representative annually presents the Association’s legislative
priorities to the Senate and House Veterans Affairs Committees, and submits testimony on key issues to other House
and Senate oversight committees. FRA has long advocated for adequate funding for the VA and its other needs, and
is a supporting organization of the annual “Independent Budget” and recommendations.
Over the past year, I have responded to hundreds of queries from Shipmates and their family members related to VA
claims issues, including compensation for service-connected disabilities, presumptive conditions related to exposure
to herbicides (Agent Orange), radiation, Gulf War illnesses, PTSD, TBI and other service-related conditions and
illnesses, retirement pay and survivor benefits.
I also serve as FRA’s representative on The Military Coalition’s (TMC) Veterans Affairs and Guard and Reserve
Committees.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is led by Robert A. McDonald, a 1975 United States Military Academy at
West Point graduate, Army veteran and former Chairman, President and Chief Operating Officer of The Proctor &
Gamble Company (P & G) the eighth Secretary of Veterans Affairs. He was nominated by President Obama on June
30, 2014, and confirmed by the United States Senate on July 29, 2014, taking the oath of office on July 30, 2014.
The VA is divided into three sections. The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is currently led by Interim Under
Secretary for Health Dr. Carolyn M. Clancy, MD; the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) headed by Under
Secretary for Benefits Retired USAF BGEN Allison K. Hickey; and the National Cemetery Administration (NCA) is
currently led by Acting Under Secretary for Memorial Affairs Ronald E. Walters.
Throughout the year, I attend many briefings held by the Secretary, the Under Secretaries and members of their staffs
relating to issues associated to the health and well-being of our veteran population.
VA SCANDAL
At an April hearing of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, Chairman Representative Jeff Miller (FL) stated that
dozens of VA hospital patients in Phoenix may have died while waiting for medical care. He said during the hearing
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that his investigators discovered evidence that the Phoenix VA Health Care System kept two separate records to conceal prolonged waits for appointments. Shortly after allegations became public, then-VA Secretary Eric Shinseki
placed the Phoenix Medical Center Director and several others on administrative leave pending the outcome of the
independent inspector general’s probe.
While the Office of Inspector General at VA continued the independent investigation, the Secretary directed leadership in VHA to perform a comprehensive audit of all VA medical facilities. The internal audit released June 9, 2014,
found that more than 120,000 veterans were left waiting or never got care at a number of VA medical facilities, and
that pressures were placed on schedulers to use “unofficial” lists or engage in inappropriate practices to make waiting times look more favorable.
The scandal caused significant changes in the VA senior leadership structure. On May 16, 2014, VA Under Secretary for Health, Dr. Robert Petzel took an early retirement at the request of the VA Secretary, and on May 30, 2014,
after meeting with President Obama, Secretary Shinseki resigned.
FRA remained engaged with the department throughout the entire process of the investigation, offering Shipmates’
experiences and insight. We believed decisive and appropriate action is required to correct these deficiencies, improve processes and restore veterans’ faith in the department that exists solely to support them. Our Association has
long advocated for legislative, administrative and policy reforms to ensure wounded, ill and injured veterans receive
the care they’ve earned and deserve, and addressing these most recent concerns is no exception. FRA communicated
regularly with VA leaders and congressional oversight committees, calling for resolution to these long-standing
problems and complete transparency as the VA moves ahead.
The Association commended former VA Secretary Eric Shinseki for stepping down in order to place the focus where
it needed to be – on solving the ongoing challenges associated with providing prompt, high-quality healthcare services to our veterans. Sloan Gibson, who stepped in to be the acting VA Secretary following Shinseki’s resignation,
pledged to accelerate access to care and ensure the quality of care remains strong.
The Veterans Access, Choice and Accountability Act of 2014 was passed by Congress before their August recess
to add $16 billion in supplemental funding for the VA, with $10 billion earmarked to allow some veterans to receive
private medical care, and $6 billion for increasing the number of VA staff. The Act also gives the VA Secretary expanded authority to fire managers who perform poorly, and authorized the VA to lease additional facilities.
The VA Secretary also called on leadership in the Health, Benefit and Cemetery agencies within the Department to
meet regularly with local VSO communities to help instill more trust and transparency with the VA.
VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION
ACCREDITED REPRESENTATION
FRA’s Veterans’ Service Officer (VSO) program was established in 1927 to represent members who suffered injuries or illnesses associated with military service in filing for compensation with the federal government and the Veterans’ Administration (now the Department of Veterans’ Affairs or VA.) Over the years, these services expanded to
include support for surviving spouses and their dependents.
I continue to receive inquiries about the FRA VSO Program, and 31 applications from Shipmates were submitted. Of
these, 26 have received FRA accreditation to represent veterans, dependents and surviving spouses before the Department of Veterans Affairs on the matter of their claims for benefits. Congratulations!
My NVSO responsibilities also include maintaining copies of all applications of individuals requesting to act as an
FRA Accredited Representative on claims before the VA. All applications are processed and forwarded to NED Tom
Snee, FRA’s Certifying Official, for signature. The applications are then sent to Office of the General Counsel in
Washington, DC, for final approval.
Upon approval by General Counsel, a welcome letter is sent by NED Snee to the new accredited representative along
with their FRA “Service Organization Representative” card.
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The General Counsel’s office provides a web site for easier search in locating an accredited representative. This site
is: http://www.va.gov/ogc/apps/accreditation/index.html. The office has listed 841 Accredited Representatives for
the FRA as of August 2014. These include a number of county and state service officers who represent FRA as well
as other service organizations.
This past April, I attended advance service officer training with the VFW service officers in Annapolis, MD.
REPRESENTATION BEFORE THE BOARD OF VETERANS APPEALS (BVA)
Since October 2013, FRA has worked 25 cases at the Board of Veterans Appeals in Washington, DC. Cases vary
with regard to the amount of time required. For example, an original claim (first time) could require as little as an
hour, while an older claim (established earlier) can take weeks to develop.
All VA Regional Offices have the capability of conducting a hearing via video conferencing. This feature can speed
up the availability for a BVA hearing, and prevent unnecessary travel to Washington, DC, for a hearing.
BVA handles cases by a docket number. When an appeal is placed on the Board’s docket, it is assigned the next
higher number than the one received before. Appeals are reviewed in the order in which they were placed on the
docket. The lower the docket number, the sooner the appeal will be reviewed and when the docket number for the
appeal is reached, a Board member will examine the file.
VETERANS AFFAIRS VOLUNTARY SERVICE
Established in 1946, the Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service (VAVS) is the largest volunteer program in the Federal
Government, with over 350 supporting organizations supplementing staff and resources in all areas of patient care
and support, plus the National Cemetery Administration, in order to serve our Nation’s veterans.
FRA and the LA FRA serve on the VAVS National Advisory Committee that oversees the work performed by our
Shipmates and Ladies, who volunteer their time in America’s VA hospitals, clinics and other VA facilities.
I serve as a member on the VAVS Parke Scholarship Board. Each year the board awards scholarships to high school
students who volunteer with the VAVS program. Please contact me or visit http://www1.va.gov/volunteer/Parke.cfm
for information related to the scholarship program.
Through the years, VAVS volunteers have contributed millions of hours of service. Without this program and those
who volunteer, VA will be forced to hire additional employees, which would increase the department’s operational
costs. This, in return, would likely reduce funding for other programs needed to support our veterans.
Community Assistance programs assist veteran patients by augmenting staff, leading end-of-life care programs, foster care, community-based volunteer programs, hospitals wards, nursing homes, and veteran outreach centers. Recently VAVS outreach has been included in work done by volunteers at our National Cemeteries and other programs
of the National Cemetery Administration.
This past year, FRA shipmates volunteered in 55 VA facilities throughout the country, and provided 20 representatives in the VAVS Advisory Committees. This is a dramatic decline from 2009, and as a result, FRA is
listed as a non-voting “Associate Service Member” status on the National Advisory Committee (NAC).
To return to “Service Member” status, FRA must be represented on local advisory committees at a minimum of 25
VA facilities. I am recommending that all FRA Branches that have Shipmates volunteering at local VA Medical Centers contact me so that we can return to full voting Service Member status on the NAC. I continue to
work to educate our Shipmates on the VAVS program and how to expand outreach to these facilities.
On a positive note, in the first nine months of FY 2014, 126 FRA volunteers contributed 10,708 total hours of
service. To all these Shipmates, we say “Thank you for a job well done!”
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I encourage Branches to become more engaged and make volunteering part of your overall community involvement
and outreach efforts. We need to remember that part of the FRA credo is “Service” and what better way to demonstrate this than to help your fellow veterans? If you volunteer at a VA facility, check to see if the FRA has a local
representative on the facility’s VAVS advisory committee. A listing of VA facilities with VAVS programs and contacts is posted on the FRA web site.
Any Shipmates who would like to help in one of these or any other facility should contact the Department of Veterans Affairs facility nearest them and ask for Voluntary Service or visit their website at www.va.gov/volunteer/.
As part of FRA’s national outreach efforts to the VA medical facilities, I contacted all the VA voluntary chiefs and
offered to mail copies of “FRA Today” to distribute in their hospitals. To date, more than 1,100 copies of our magazine are distributed monthly to 30 VA medical facilities.
I serve as the National VAVS Representative and welcome your comments and questions at 1-800-FRA-1924 extension 115, or you can reach me via email at vafra@fra.org
FEDERAL BENEFITS FOR VETERANS AND DEPENDENTS
The VA publishes a comprehensive annual guide, Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents, VA Pamphlet 80
13-01. The 2013 handbook can be ordered for $5.00 from the U.S. Government Printing Office by calling toll free
(866) 512-1800, or in DC (202) 512-1800 or by going online at
http://bookstore.gpo.gov/products/sku/051-000-00244-0?ctid=133.
For those with a computer and online access to the Internet, the electronic version may be found at
http://www.va.gov/opa/publications/benefits_book.asp The site also provides downloadable versions of the booklet
for Android, iPhone, iPad and other devices. Answers to most questions concerning veterans’ benefits can be found
within this handbook. Phone numbers for VA Regional Offices, Medical Centers, Veteran Outreach Centers, National Cemeteries and Insurance Centers are also listed and I have a limited number of extra copies. If you want one,
contact me at FRA HQ or send an email to vafra@fra.org.
Veterans, survivors, dependents and other claimants can also submit their initial applications on-line for disability
compensation, pension, education, and vocational rehabilitation and employment benefits without the additional requirement to submit a signed paper copy of the application.
VA provides veterans the opportunity to view and manage their benefits via an online venue called “eBenefits”. For
more information about “eBenefits” and how to sign up, visit www.ebenfits.va.gov.
VETERANS DAY NATIONAL COMMITTEE (VDNC)
The VDNC consists of 25 Members and 21 Associate Members. FRA served as an Associate Member on the Committee until August 20, 2007, when designated full Member status on the VDNC by then-VA Secretary James Nicholson. This is a huge honor, and the Association will have the opportunity to host the ceremony and subsequent
reception on November 11, 2030.
As it has for many years, FRA again participated in the National Veterans Day ceremonies on November 11, 2013.
NP Virgil Courneya, along with his wife LA FRA PNP Helen Courneya, attended a breakfast reception at the White
House, hosted by President and Mrs. Obama. The Courneyas also visited Arlington National Cemetery, where they
observed ceremonies in the amphitheater and watched as the President placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns. Also attending the ceremonies as guests of NP Courneya were NED Tom Snee, his wife LA FRA NT Karen
Snee, Junior PRPEC Don Hoover and his wife Junior PNP Diane Hoover and my daughter, Victoria Slawinski.
After the ceremonies in the amphitheater were completed, NP and Mrs. Courneya placed a wreath on behalf of all
FRA Shipmates and members of the Auxiliary at the Tomb of the Unknowns.
MEMORIAL DAY
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On May 27, 2014, Memorial Day, I escorted NP Virgil Courneya to Arlington National Cemetery and again watched
President Barack Obama place a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns. NVP John Ippert and LA FRA NP Carolyn
Whitaker also attended these ceremonies. Following the ceremonies in the amphitheater, NP Courneya and LA FRA
NP Whitaker presented a wreath on behalf of all FRA Shipmates at the Tomb of the Unknowns.
Shipmates, this completes my report.
CHRISTOPHER J. SLAWINSKI
National Veterans Service Officer
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ANNUAL REPORT ON
FRA COMMUNICATIONS
Shipmate National President, National Officers, delegates, and shipmates, it’s my pleasure to report to you on FRA’s
communications efforts for 2013-2014.
DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW
FRA’s Communications Department produces the Association’s publications (FRA Today, NewsBytes and
OnWatch), press releases, media advisories, letters to the editor and op-ed articles, membership brochures, advertisements, marketing materials and other recruiting-oriented products. The Convention signs and programs you will
see this week were also generated by the Communications Department, as well as the press releases promoting the
convention and many of the presentation materials you will see during Convention week. Our department is also responsible for our website, social media presence and fundraising campaigns.
The department is responsible for approximately $600,000 in association revenue (fundraising, advertising and sponsorship) and approximately $800,000 in expenses (publication, marketing, fundraising and public relations). The
largest line item in our departmental budget is FRA Today and, because it is a benefit of membership, a portion of
the magazine expense is covered by dues revenue and is not reflected in the departmental budget. Revenue from advertising covers approximately half of the magazine’s production and mailing costs, leaving only half of the magazine expense to be paid for by membership dues dollars.
Staffing
The multiple facets of the Communications Department responsibilities are handled by a staff of two. These responsibilities were previously handled by departmental staff of three, a webmaster and two or three outside companies,
and the scope of those responsibilities has grown substantially in the past three years. Consolidating these functions
into a two-person department has generated considerable cost-savings for the Association.
Will Kohudic joined the FRA NHQ staff in September of 2013 as Marketing and Communications Manager. He is
currently responsible for developing and implementing membership marketing campaigns and materials; design,
printing and distribution of fundraising materials (FRA return address labels and annual calendar), as well as coordinating the production of our Communicate with Your Elected Officials and My Personal Affairs booklets. He also
serves as managing editor of FRA Today and works with our advertising sales company, the Townsend Group, to
coordinate and monitor ad revenue and placement within the magazine, and has been instrumental in the maintenance
and development of new content for the FRA website and social media presence. Will manages our public relations
efforts, including the weekly editing, distribution and posting of NewsBytes; quarterly editing, distribution and posting of OnWatch, and writing and distributing press releases.
The Director position responsibilities include: production of FRA Today monthly (including writing and editing of
the content, printer and designer negotiations, creation of mail files for distribution of the magazine to specific destinations); annual development of the magazine’s editorial calendar and editorial responses; oversight of www.fra.org
and its contents; affinity partner management, which includes review of marketing materials for Mercer, USAA and
all other affinity partners; design, writing and production of collateral materials, such as FRA’s My Personal Affairs
booklet and Communicating with Your Elected Officials. My responsibilities also include writing speeches for national officers; building and maintaining relationships with news media, Public Affairs personnel, senior military
leaders and key stakeholders in the military and veterans community.
PUBLICATIONS
FRA Today
FRA Today, the monthly magazine for members of FRA, seeks to educate readers about their earned benefits and
other facets of military life. FRA has a goal of high retention and recruiting to increase overall membership. To that
end, we seek story angles that are not only compelling, but also not duplicated in other association magazines, as
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many FRA members belong to multiple military organizations. Common sense and readership surveys indicate that
historical articles are important to our older readers, while stories that are relevant to today’s military life are of interest to our younger readers. We search for opportunities to tie both together and include FRA shipmates whenever
possible.
The magazine is available online as a PDF file and our website includes an archive of past issues. It is also available
in a rich text format (RTF), which is compatible with audio readers for visually impaired shipmates. (The PDF version of the magazine is an exact replication of the print version and can be magnified, but does not consistently work
with audio readers. As vision trouble is on the rise for FRA shipmates, please make sure those in your branches are
aware of this feature. Also, please advise them that NewsBytes, our weekly email update, is available by phone for
our visually impaired members or those who do not have Internet access. To listen to each week’s edition, call tollfree 1-800-372-1924, ext. 112.)
We also continue to co-mail the magazine, which means it mails with other publications to get a better postage rate.
To improve customer service and conserve FRA resources, we have advanced our production schedule to ensure our
members receive the magazine in the first week of the month. Not only does this provide more prompt delivery to
our readers, our printer offers a 5-percent savings on the printing cost of each issue. This discount will save FRA
approximately $8,300 per year.
Reader surveys indicate that shipmates see the magazine as a valuable benefit of FRA membership and that FRA
Today is widely read. As a result, we continue to provide wraps on the magazine to welcome new members and remind expiring members to renew. The wraps were redesigned this year with updated information and reflect USAA’s
generous sponsorship, which will partially offset the cost of their printing. Using the publication as a membership
communications vehicle has saved considerable cost and has increased response from members.
Additionally, we continue to use the magazine as a fundraising carrier, which increased our return rate, as well as our
average donation. Using the magazine in this way allows us to support the case statement on the fundraising program
and show a tangible return on membership and donation dollars. The Townsend Group continues to represent FRA
Today and other potential advertising revenue streams (such as web advertising and sponsorships). The Townsend
Group has managed to engage new advertisers and has held steady on revenue in 2014, despite declining circulation
numbers and a reduced per/page advertising rate.
As mentioned in last year’s report and referenced in the 2014 Staff Goals, branches and individual shipmates around
the country ask for additional copies of FRA Today to use as marketing tools to raise awareness of the association.
We sent magazines to many VA hospitals, all members of Congress and we gladly ship bulk copies to many branches
that, in turn, distribute these extra copies in their local communities. This year we have also added Navy and Coast
Guard recruiting offices to our distribution list, sharing our message with prospective members. FRA Today offers an
incredibly inexpensive way to promote FRA – by truly telling the story of what the Association is and the work we
do. Those interested in distributing magazines as part of the recruiting effort are encouraged to contact lauren@fra.org to be added to the distribution list.
The publication is a great example of NHQ teamwork. The NED’s “From the Fantail” column provides a vehicle for
insight on Association work, history and leadership views. This space is shared with the National President as a platform from which to address important issues. The Legislative Department contributes four pages of editorial information for the “On and Off Capitol Hill” section, which keeps members abreast of issues related to FRA’s legislative
advocacy. The Membership Department submits the “Membership Matters” column, often sharing information about
branches and shipmates who are doing great work on FRA’s behalf. The Administrative Department compiles the
monthly “Taps” listing from information provided by the Membership Records Department. Reunions is a regular
feature, as well, and can be posted by shipmates online, as well as entered by Maria Osby in the Administrative Department. Many postings for “Looking For” have resulted in positive results and the success rate of that offering is
inspiring.
Debby Zavadil has been an outstanding liaison between the magazine and the Auxiliary. She makes sure each Auxiliary regional president is tasked to write an article for the magazine and she’s masterful at keeping these ladies on
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target. I send my sincere thanks to Debby and each member of the LA FRA Board for their prompt (often early)
submissions. You make my job so much easier.
NewsBytes
FRA NewsBytes is our weekly email newsletter that contains updates on military and veterans benefits, as well as
legislation that may impact those benefits. We continue to add subscribers to our distribution list and are working to
accelerate that trend.
Readers mention that NewsBytes is a great way to stay up-to-date between issues of FRA Today. Being informed of
important legislation is a wonderful benefit of membership and we encourage all shipmates to avail themselves of
this option. The content for NewsBytes is generated by the Legislative Department with input by NED Snee. The
Marketing and Communications Department edits and distributes to subscribers. NewsBytes subscribers are more
than 80 percent more likely to renew their membership, so this is a fantastic retention tool! Branches are encouraged to promote it to their members as a way of keeping informed and connected, and branches are also able to
subscribe all their members. Bring this up at a branch meeting–if your branch votes to have all members subscribed
to NewsBytes, we will make that happen.
This year, we began employing a new distribution mechanism for NewsBytes, which has greatly streamlined the process and provides a more interesting format. NewsBytes’ design has been updated to provide a more user-friendly
experience and now includes advertising to defray the costs of distribution.
To subscribe, please send your email address and membership number to NewsBytes@fra.org with “Subscribe” in
the subject line (the member number helps us make sure that we are marking the right record). If someone who is not
a member wants to subscribe, they only need to mention that they aren’t a member in the email. For those who do not
have email access or are visually impaired, NewsBytes can be accessed by calling 1-800-FRA-1924, ext. 112.
OnWatch
We have recently reprised OnWatch, FRA’s quarterly email newsletter and online publication for active duty and
reserve personnel. Each issue of OnWatch will focus on a particular facet of military service and the benefits earned
through that service. Our legislative team will explain in detail how congressional decisions impact military pay and
benefits, what FRA is doing to support servicemembers’ interests, and how readers can get directly involved and
make their voice heard. To see the current issue of OnWatch, go to www.fra.org/OnWatch. If you would like to subscribe, email onwatch@fra.org with your full name and preferred email address to receive future issues directly.
Prospective Member Brochure and Poster
FRA’s prospective member materials were updated significantly this year. The microphone photo on the prospective
member card was replaced with an image of the U.S. flag with enlisted hats from the three Sea Services, and the card
itself integrated into a brochure that offers many talking points about FRA that can either speak for themselves or
assist shipmates in speaking with prospective members in person. A similarly-themed poster was also developed for
display in public areas where prospective members will see it, and includes space for contact information for local
branches.
The brochure still contains the prospective member card, which is a key element in our recruiting efforts. When
shipmates or branches host recruiting events, the cards can be completed so that follow-up contact can be made.
When a prospect is interested in learning more about FRA, they simply need to fill in a card. Once returned to NHQ,
the information on the card is entered into our membership database (iMIS), the request fulfilled and a prospective
member packet is sent to the individual, with a copy of the letter going to the nearest branch (or sponsor branch if the
prospect came from a branch’s outreach event). Steps are underway to expand our follow-up efforts to these prospects, so the more prospective members we can contact, the greater number of new members will be recruited.
Please help NHQ increase the number of prospective member cards that are distributed and returned!
Communicate With Your Elected Officials
FRA, in partnership with GEICO, publishes this useful booklet that includes tips for communicating with members
of Congress. It is a U.S. Senate and House of Representatives directory, including phone numbers and rosters for all
key House and Senate committees, an overview of the legislative process and much more valuable information. This
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booklet is published every two years, and because of our success in marketing the booklet to prospective members of
FRA, we traditionally distribute about 20,000 copies per year!
The booklet has been publicized through links on the FRA website, promoted at seminars offered by staff and volunteers, and highlighted in FRA Today, NewsBytes, Military.com newsletters, FRA’s Facebook page and Twitter feed,
Together We Served.com accounts and other public relations avenues. The booklet is offered free of charge to anyone who requests it.
The Administrative Department sorts the requests from members and non-members. Members receive the booklet in
an envelope and non-members receive the booklet with information about membership-including the closest branch
and contact information for that branch. The branch secretary is copied on the letter, so the branch can follow up
with the prospect as well.
Additionally, the records are noted with the date of sending, so we can track the results and follow up with prospects.
For the past couple of years, our results have been consistently more than a ten percent join rate, bringing new members into FRA each month since this project began.
My Personal Affairs
The My Personal Affairs booklet continues to be in great demand. We track requests for this booklet in the same way
we track the Communicate brochure. The booklet helps shipmates organize their most important information and
documents in a safe and logical manner. Prospective members receive the booklet with an invitation to join FRA and
information about the Association. This year, USAA has agreed to partner with FRA on the reprint, and their sponsorship dollars have helped defray the production and printing cost. The new version is available, and it includes
several improvements over the previous version.
MARKETING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS
Everything in this report is related to marketing the Association and we continue our work to positively impact shipmates’ and prospects’ perception of FRA. Some marketing must be paid for, such as advertising. We consistently
search for the most cost effective marketing tools-i.e., the least expensive with the highest return on investment. We
have tested advertising in publications such as Navy Times, but received no return whatsoever. On the other hand,
programs such as email marketing consistently have a high return on investment and are the preferred method of contact for members of our target audience. “Working smart” is a constant theme at NHQ, and we make every effort to
do so. As part of our marketing plan for 2014, we partnered with USAA, GEICO and Mercer for mutual benefit, and
used tools we already have to maximize our presence at outreach events through items such as the prospective member interest card. Many of these items are itemized below:
Electronic Communications
FRA’s electronic communications plan continues to expand the Association’s digital presence. Our use of Twitter,
Youtube, a Facebook page and advertising, three separate TogetherWeServed.com pages (one each for Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard) and the use of email blasts to members and prospects has allowed us to cost-effectively
connect with a broad audience through a variety of channels.
The FRA website (www.fra.org) is a major part of our electronic presence, and the Communications Department is
responsible for all content, design and structure. The website includes the latest news related to FRA’s legislative
advocacy efforts and the Association’s operations. Sameer Mulla and Sami Al-Samawi in the IT Department have
been integral in developing, maintaining and administering the site to better serve our shipmates. Mobile applications
for iPhone and Android platforms have also been developed this year, both of which are available for free download.
Several shipmates have been helping us test and troubleshoot the new apps and we appreciate their investment of
time and energy to make it a useful tool for the rest of our members.
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iMIS as a Marketing Tool and its Integration with www.fra.org
iMIS is an Association Management Software (AMS) tool that allows FRA to manage its membership database not
only to better serve our members, but to also serve the marketing, fundraising, and management needs of the Association as a whole. The iMIS system continues to expand, thanks to our great IT staff, Sameer Mulla and Sami AlSamawi. iMIS allows us to send renewal notices, marketing materials, newsletters and other shipmate-specific material via email at minimal to no cost. Shipmates also have the ability to subscribe to or request particular publications
with a click, and automated responses to online payments and donations are generated when monies are received at
NHQ. Additionally, branch secretaries are notified when a new member joins the Association or makes a dues payment. This tool for the secretaries is part of our ongoing efforts to provide tools to the branches to increase retention
and recruiting.
The content management system used for our website is called eCM and it is tightly integrated with iMIS so that it
easily enables users to join, renew and donate to campaigns. This information gets updated in the database in real
time, allowing current and accurate reports for the accounting department, as well as for member records. We can
also track the open rate of emails, and follow up with those who have not responded. An email blast also goes out
monthly to all who have memberships that will terminate at the end of the month for nonrenewal, aiding in our retention efforts. Branch secretaries can send a mass email to their membership or certain specific groups within the
branch using the website. For example, a branch secretary has the ability to look up anyone who needs to pay dues
and send an email reminder. If this process is not part of your branch retention program at this time, please contact us
to learn how to use this free tool.
Regular contact with members increases retention. Our department is dedicated to providing branches with tools
to increase contact with their members, and works diligently to communicate directly with shipmates and prospects
in a respectful and beneficial way.
We also use iMIS to generate a report each month that is used by a part-time employee to contact Members-at-Large
(MAL) shipmates whose membership would terminate at the end of the month if they didn’t renew. She calls each of
these shipmates and discuss the reasons to maintain membership. Many of them have already decided not to renew,
and yet she has over a 17.3 percent success rate and has saved several hundred memberships. This report option is
also available for branches through the web page for Branch and Regional Officers on the Advanced Search function. They can easily run the report and duplicate NHQ’s success rate within their own branch.
Another benefit of the Advanced Search function allows any branch or regional officer to search by join date, paidthrough date, birth date, zip code, city, and many other options. Branches are encouraged to use this function to export a list of shipmates who join the association and call them to welcome them. Secretaries have an additional option of emailing the shipmates that appear in any of the advanced search results.
Informz
Informz is a program that allows us to cost-effectively send personalized emails en masse. As noted above, the program allows us to remind shipmates to renew their FRA memberships, including a one-click link embedded in the
email that takes them directly to a personalized renewal page on our website. This effort nets approximately 30 to 40
online renewals per month. We also use this tool to keep our members apprised of FRA’s legislative work, generating hundreds of emails to elected officials from our members. We also use Informz to send reminder emails to shipmates, encouraging them to donate to the mailing label campaign, generating thousands of dollars in online donations. For all these reasons, gaining additional email addresses for current and prospective members is very important.
Social Media
We are effectively using social media outlets, including Facebook, Twitter and TogetherWeServed.com to reach
shipmates and prospective members. The number of “Likes” for our Facebook page is growing almost daily and now
exceeds 3,300, an eight-percent increase over the past year and once again surpassing our NHQ staff goal. News
about FRA’s national activities (i.e., testimony, Capitol Hill events, Board meetings, visitors to FRA NHQ, progress
on the capital improvements being made to our NHQ building, etc.) is posted regularly on our Facebook page, as
well as news about local and regional events and items of personal and historical importance to our reading community. We currently have 256 Twitter followers-a 30-percent increase over the past year. Among our followers are
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several who “reTweet” our posts to an estimated 700+ others. We have also partnered with TogetherWeServed
(TWS) to reach nearly 925,000 current and former Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard personnel.
During the past year, we have made a concerted effort to reach more people via social media. We have doubled the
number of times we post on Facebook, with emphasis on posting material that our readers will find relevant and engaging. The investment in time and research has paid off. Not only has the number of page “likes” (people who follow our posts) increased rapidly; we have also seen the number of people who engage with our posts (“liking,”
commenting on, and clicking links in individual posts) and who share our posts with their friends grow by 40 percent. The number of people who see our Facebook posts (those who have “liked” us and their friends with whom
they share our stories) has nearly tripled, while negative feedback (people who “unlike” our page or hide individual
posts) remains extremely low-less than 0.3 percent of all readers.
The demographics of the members who are on Facebook are slightly younger than our association average, and our
prospective members who follow us on Facebook and Twitter are younger still. Please visit www.fra.org/fb to “Like”
our Facebook page and go to twitter.com/frahq to follow us or tweet us @FRAHQ to share your thoughts.
Public Relations
Traditional media outlets are also used to promote FRA’s legislative advocacy work. Our press releases have gotten
traction on Military.com/MilitaryAdvantage and a number of blogs that cater to a military audience (Vietnam Vets
Network and Fred’s Place, to name a few). The Virginian Pilot (which serves a large military population in the
Tidewater, Va., area) consistently publishes stories from FRA NHQ and the FRA Education Foundation, as well as
stories and photos about local branch activities.
Many branches around the country are also getting some great coverage from their local newspapers and television
stations. Community service projects, sponsored programs for young people, FRA’s Americanism Essay Contest and
scholarship program are all ideal opportunities to “toot our horn” about the great work shipmates are doing. We’ve
developed two press release templates to help branches announce newly-installed leaders and announce the opening
of the Essay Contest in their local communities, and will be working to make other templates available. (These templates are available under the My FRA tab at www.fra.org. Click the “Member News” link and scroll down to the
“PR Resources” section of the page.)
If your branch needs assistance learning how to harness the power of public relations, please contact me at
lauren@fra.org or 1-800-372-1924 ext. 126.
Capitol Hill Update
Capitol Hill Update flyers are customized for outreach events, allowing audiences to receive content specific to their
needs. These are printed on an eye-catching letterhead and also contain information on NewsBytes, the Facebook and
Twitter accounts, etc. Speaking directly to the audience about topics of interest to them-and without extraneous information-is the best way to get a prospect’s attention. If you are attending a reunion or some other outreach event,
please request specific content for the audience by contacting me at lauren@fra.org or calling 1-800-372-1924 ext.
126.
Displays
FRA’s lightweight, portable displays continue to be an asset for outreach events. Displays are shipped to branches
and individuals for events at no cost. These displays have been very popular as they are easy to transport and set up,
and are also very colorful. Branches have been requesting them at such a fast pace that we are often on short turnaround times at NHQ for sending them back out. They are affordable ($55 for the small table top and $320 for the
largest of the floor displays) and we suggest your branch may want to purchase directly from the manufacturer.
Please see samples of these displays around the Convention halls and on www.fra.org in the area for Branch and
Regional Officers-click “Displays” in the left hand navigation column. The order form is also online with the contact
information for the company, the file names you need to reference when ordering and all other pertinent information.
FUNDRAISING
FRAT-6
The Communications Department is also in charge of fundraising campaigns, including the development of concepts,
writing the copy for all pieces, and overseeing the design, production and timing of distribution and follow up. The
department also oversees outside companies purchasing advertisements in FRA Today, the use of FRA’s mailing list
with affinity partners and approval of those campaigns.
FRA’s fundraising program has expanded in recent years by using the magazine as the carrier for mailing the calendar and labels. This helps us reach a broader pool of potential donors and reduce production and distribution cost,
generating a greater return on investment. The Calendar campaign (sent out in October 2013) garnered a net profit of
$121,566, which reflects a $6,330 increase over last year’s campaign. The Label campaign also generated a larger
profit than last year, bringing $101,906 into FRA coffers (an increase of $4,219). One reason larger profits are being
realized is that expenses are kept as low as possible. Like most associations, FRA’s fundraising program was originally designed to augment the budget to provide expanded membership services. The program continues to grow and
expand despite declining membership numbers. In discussions with other associations in the DC area, we have
learned that our fundraising growth is unusual and that our shipmates’ loyalty is admirable.
We also send out donation emails in late summer as a straight appeal. This program is run through Informz, our mass
email subscription that ties into iMIS. We are able to send a customized link to all recipients that allows them to enter their member record with a single click. This has been very successful and all donations are net revenue. Within
five minutes of the email blast going out, the first donations come in.
This year, we offered a Museum Refit fundraising campaign, which kicked off in August. As part of the renovation
of the NHQ building, the FRA Museum is being moved from the third to the first floor – a larger and more accessible space that will be a showplace for shipmates and visitors who come to NHQ. The Museum Refit campaign was
designed to appeal to shipmates’ sense of history and tradition, and to help offset a portion of the move and renovation costs.
The fundraising program is managed completely in-house. The scanning of donations internally allows for reports to
be updated on a daily basis allowing for mid-program thank you notes or reminders. All donations are recorded to
the donors’ iMIS records, providing donors the opportunity to print receipts for tax purposes and to track their donation activity.
It is my honor and privilege to serve FRA shipmates as the Association’s director of Communications.
LAUREN L. ARMSTRONG
Communications Director
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE NATIONAL COMMITTEE ON
AMERICANISM-PATRIOTISM
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National Officers, and Shipmates assembled at the 87 th National
Convention of the Fleet Reserve Association.
First of all, I would like to thank the National President Virgil P. Courneya for allowing me to serve him and the
FRA as Chairman of the Americanism-Patriotism Committee.
I would like to thank the shipmates who served as members on the National Americanism-Patriotism committee for
their effort in completing the task of grading the essays.
I would like to thank the National Vice President John D. Ippert, Teresa Wiener, Lauren Armstrong and the staff at
National Headquarters for their invaluable assistance.
I received Regional Interim reports, with the following information.
Number of essays submitted:
3,591
Number of News Releases:
42
Number of Man Hours expended:
2,567
Number of miles traveled:
7,191
2013-2014 FRA AMERICAN ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS
OVERALL WINNER:
Elizabeth Wong, Branch 011, South Central Region
Grade 7 Winners
1st Place:
2nd Place:
3rd Place:
Katherine Dyke, Branch 208, East Coast Region
Megan Watson, Branch 386, Southeast Region
Nabeela Zoss, Branch 70, Southwest Region
Grade 8 Winners
1st Place:
2nd Place:
3rd Place:
Savannah Olsson, Branch 91, Southeast Region
Austin Wentzel, Branch 338, Northeast/New England Region
Breeanna Partida, Branch 201, South Central Region
Grade 9 Winners
1st Place:
2nd Place:
3rd Place:
Jedidiah Jenkins, Branch 44, Southeast Region
Samuel Trowbridge, Branch 275, West Coast Region
Abdul Eyad, Branch 38, Northwest Region
Grade 10 Winners
1st Place:
2nd Place:
3rd Place:
Elizabeth Wong, Branch 11, South Central Region
Megan Thompson, Branch 289, Southwest Region
Riaz Lane, Branch 293, East Coast Region
Grade 11 Winners
1st Place:
2nd Place:
3rd Place:
Hermena Ibrahim, Branch 101, West Coast Region
Albert Chon, Branch 302, Southwest Region
Cameron Shadmehry, Branch 89, Southeast Region
Grade 12 Winners
1st Place:
2nd Place:
3rd Place:
Kelli Edwards, Branch 29, Northwest Region
Cara Darr, Branch 185, West Coast Region
Sierra Stern, Branch 87, Northeast/New England Region
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Jadidiah Jenkens, Branch 44, Southeast Region was a repeat 1st place winner. Jadidiah took 1st place last year in the
8th grade.
I had the honor of helping make the presentation to Branch 70’s Regional and National winners. I attended Branch
302’s Installation where they made the presentation to their National winner. At both meetings I spoke and encouraged the students and Branches to continue their efforts in the Essay contest.
All funds received from the FRA for expenses were expended on Association business.
This concludes my report.
I respectfully move that this report be received.
AGUSTIVE A. HERMES, JR.
Chairman
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BUDGET AND FINANCE
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National Officers and Shipmates. It has been my honor to serve
as the Chairman of this committee and to present this annual report to the NBOD and the Delegates gathered at the
87th FRA National Convention in Corpus Christi, Texas.
The duties and responsibilities of this committee are prescribed by Article 8, Section 811(a) thru (e) of the Constitution and Bylaws of the FRA. The members of the 2013-2014 committee are, PNP Gary Blackburn, Chair, PRPEC
W.G. Butler, PRPNEng Donna Jansky, PRPSE Ron Hoadley, PRPWC Nathan (Joe) Nash, PRPNEng Paul Loveless,
PNP James Scarbro, Advisor, NED Tom Snee, Advisor, and FO Steve Cox.
The Chair consulted with Finance Officer Cox while attending the Mid Year NBOD at NHQ and frequently via telephone throughout the year. A copy of the past 4 years approved budget with the actual expenditures was requested
and distributed to the members of the committee electronically for review prior to the scheduled meeting.
The members of the Budget and Finance Committee met on 16 -17 July 2014 at National Headquarters and were
joined by National President Virgil Courneya and NVP John Ippert as we prepared to review the proposed 2015
budget and receive briefings from Shipmate James Webb on the current status of the FRA’s investments and its current policies and procedures statement. FO Cox was tasked with drafting an updated Policy and Procedures Statement for review by the B&F committee to be forwarded to the NBOD for approval. Briefings were continued with
Ms Michele Armesto, Senior Associate, MERCER Consumer reviewed the current status and future projections of
FRA’s endorsed insurance programs, Christian Spencer, CPA, Tate & Tryon reviewed the FRA’s current independent audit and internal control report and Tom Hulfish, Realtor, McEnearney Commercial gave a brief update report
regarding the leasing prospects for the FRA’s third floor office space.
The Committee began their initial review of the DRAFT 2015 operating budget. The Chair wishes to extend a sincere note of thanks to Finance Officer Steve Cox for his efforts in going that extra mile crunching the numbers thereby presenting the committee members with a balanced budget to work with.
The proposed 2015 (1 January to 31 December 2015) budget was reviewed by the members and minor changes were
incorporated. These changes and recommendations will be incorporated. The members will meet again at the 87 th
National Convention held at Corpus Christi, Texas and the final version of the budget will be presented to the NBOD
and the Delegates at 87th National Convention for adoption.
I wish to thank the members of this committee and our advisors for your input and commitment to the successful
completion of this important task. Your devotion to the FRA is commended.
Thank you NP Virgil for your trust in me and my sincere gratitude for allowing me to serve my Shipmates.
Shipmate National President, this concludes my report and I move it be accepted.
GARY C. BLACKBURN
Chairman
B&F-1
0- Recruiting Pins for 2015·15 Membership Program
72,900.00
.,'
"
(approx. $3,750.00 monthly)
team un-to-date on haooeninas in the U.S. Conaress. Includes access to several
Annual cost of the computerized legislative service that keeps FRA's legislative
A • On-Line Data Service
5210-00-20 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAMS
52,900.00
45,000.00
Page 1 of 10
5,000.00
3,000.00
5,000.00
20,000.00
E • Public Relations
5,000.00
12,500.00
3,00000
43,00000
1,200.00
25,000.00
7,500.00
5,000.00
4,000.00
3,000.00
7,000.00
25,000.00
27,500.00
800.00
2,000.00
1,500.00
3,000.00
2,000.00
$
u
73,200.00
.<;'{c'Ut
34,500.00 .
59,500.00
7,300.00
2,000.00
December 31 2015
THROUGH
Januarv 1 2015
BUDGET
PROJECTED
Page 1
49,250.00
' , u , : > _~
76,100.00
;u,',u"'"
.+.,
23,500.00
66,000.00
$
F • Print Advertising
5,000.00
15,000.00
900.00
3,000.00
45,000.00
1,200.00
400.00
6,800.00
Budaet Details
1/1/15 thru 12/31/15
16,000.00
: Sweden)
'c.
$
DEC 2014
THROUGH
20,000.00
C • Sales Oriented Printing
B • Relationship Marketing
A - Electronic Communication
K • SSL Certificate for Web Site
F • Payflow Pro and Fraud Protection· Monthly Service for 4 Gateways (PayPal, inc.)
E • Demand Deposit & Lockbox Services (SunTrust Bank)
(list Server, SOL /iMis Server, Web Server, HO Server and Email Server
o . Backup Software License and Updates for 5 Servers
A- Annual Software Update Fees· ASI (Advanced Solutions International, Inc.) Renewal July 2014 - June 2015
26,000.00
5,000.00
E • Out Reach Program (Including Booth Registrations)
5080-00-10 MEMBERSHIP RECORDS ADMINISTRATION
4,000.00
2,500.00
!cQQ..
o . Travel & Monthly Expenses
:,'
43,500.00
C • Branch Development Program
c·,u]Fu
A - Postage and UPS Fees for Branch Su
lies.
Programs. (Including Printing & Inserting Machine Lease and Maintenance)
MeterfTrav Mail Pieces/Meter EnvelopeslDeliver to P.O.fTest New Data Files and Setups for New
G • MSS (Mall Shop Svcs) Data Setup/Presort Data/Laser Forms/Cut-Burst Forms/Insert!
Cards.
11,000.00
25,000.00
o . Printing/Replenishment of Inventory. Renewals for R1-R5 Renewal Notices/ New and Renewed Membership
Widow's Subscriptions.
30,000.00
C· DMP (Postage & Freight. R1-R5 Renewal Notices/New & Renewed Membership Cards/1-3 Bill Me Notices
65,000.00
800.00
2,000.00
400.00
C • FRA 2014·15 Membership Program
Ii;'.
400.00
7,800.00
1,000.00
5070-00-10 MEMBERSHIP PROMOTION
~
$
Budget Details
Jan •• Dec. 2014
3,000.00
5060-00-10 MEMBERSHIP RETENTION
•
$
DEC 2013
THROUGH
JAN 2014
JAN 2013
B • Life Membership Fees (Those Who Recruit 32 Members During Membership Year)
BUDGET ITEMS
BUDGET
BUDGET
A • 50 thru 75 Year Contlnuous Membership Pins
5050-00·10 MEMBERSHIP AWARDS
5030-00·10 MEMBERSHIP·AT·LARGE EXPENSE
ACCOUNT II
APPROVED
APPROVED
Estimated Budget
JANUARY 1, 2015 Through December 31 2015
FRA 2015 Operating Budget (DRAFT)
BUDGET ITEMS
data bases billed by time usage to include committees and votes. [Annual Package)
........ •...
etc.
•. Ci.
F • FRA VSO Program Recognition and Reimbursement Fund IVSO Reps & Training)
E - Contribution to Parke Memoria' Scholarship Fund
C - Veterans Benefits Manual & Federal Veterans Laws, Rules & Regulations
B • Membership Dues for Flag Bearers· Memorial Day & Veterans Day
A· Annual Natlona' VAVS Conference - Travel, Per Diem and Registration
web site and other annual exoenses. Donations are confidential.
Donations are solicited from member organizations to cover administrative. TMC
J • Military Coalition Donation
generate additional web site visits and enhance Association awareness.
Exclusive Association Web Site Posting for Weekly Military Update Column by Tom Philpott to
"'F.
and Ie islative trainin and
arkm fees and tolls, and occasional business
~embershiPs, VA
I;.l;ilr..;.:
reimbursement for
to attend hearings, meetings, trips to Congress, visits to aovernment officials, etc.,
such as transportation (use of personal vehicle, metro, and occasionallv a taxi, etc.)
Director and staff for authorized expenses in connection with leaislative matters,
This sub-line item is the source of reimbursement to the National Executive
C • Monthly Operations
(Projected costs inciude 40 pages, self cover and 4-<:010r throughout. Magazine to be triple
.
Transcribing of Convention Minutes (Metro Reporters, Inc.)
E • Paper, Prlnllna, and Supplies for Deleaate Kits and Proarams
o . Recording and
C • Convention Recorder Travel & Per Diem (Metro Reporters, Inc.)
B • Credentials Committee Chalnnan Travel & Per Diem (88th. National Convention)
A - NHQ Starr Members Travel & Per Diem (88th. National Convention)
5410-00-40 CONVENTION BUSINESS
5380-00-30 GRAPHIC DESIGN
5360-00-30 PRINTING
5350-00-30 PHOTOGRAPHY EXPENSES
5330-00-30 EDITOR'S EXPENSE
5320-00-30 POSTAGE & FREIGHT
Commission Paid to advertisement Brokers.
5310-00-30 ADVERTISING EXPENSE
expansion of VI P recipient list.
Stitched Projected costs reflect decrease in printing cost based on newiy negotiated rates, and reflect
I<?RA Today
53xx-xx-xx FRA today
....... A ..
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ACCOUNT #
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Ii;:::'•
THROUGH
Budaet Details
Jan.• Dec. 2014
THROUGH
DEC 2013
.."' ......."'.."'.
15,000.00
61,900.00
Budaet Details
699,500.00
20.000.00
6,500.00
1,500.00
0.00
12,000.00
73,000.00
275,000.00
1,000.00
500.00
285,000.00
65,000.00
55,100.00
18,000.00
6,500.00
1,500.00
0.00
11,000.00
73,000.00
250,000.00
500.00
100.00
290,000.00
65,000.00
1,500.00
100.00
3,200.00
100.00
192.00
300.00
192.00
300.00
2,000.00
1,000.00
=
December 31 2015
THROUGH
Januarv 1 2015
BUDGET
PROJECTED
Page 2
50,800.00
678,600.00
.
~
20,000.00
20,000.00
1/1/15lhru 12/31/15
2,506.00
1,000.00
·/::/i••S~oo
737,000.00
...............,..
JAN 2014
JAN 2013
20,000.00
BUDGET
BUDGET
DEC 2014
APPROVED
APPROVED
Estimated Budaet
JANUARY 1 2015 Throuah December 31 2015
BUDGET ITEMS
E1 -Minutes Ind Reports Published on CD's ( 500 - 2013 Resource CD)
L - Convention On-site Visit
K - Contlnaent Expenses-Speakers Gills
r Veterans Dav & the Blackthome Memoriall
20,000.00
F - Coast Guard Enlisted Memorial Foundation
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27,500.00
~
129,050.00
Preventative Maintenance Contract (Delaware Elevator Services, lnc.)
$306.00 Monthlv
3,000.00
4,100.00
H - Carpet Cleaning (Dun-Rite Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning)
15,000.00
3,150.00
1,000.00
15,000.00
966.00
1,500.00
1- Elevltor
General Maintenance
G - Building Interior Upkeep. Repairs & Maintenance (Capital Expenditure)
Dedicated Telephone Une (703.549.7594) (Pro-rated with Elevator System)
Annual Maintenance Contract (Stanley Security)
F - Security System
9,153.46
700.00
3,100.00
13,500.00
1,000.00
0- Pest Control Service (Terminix International)
E - Janitorial Service (CleanNet, USA)
3,300.00
3,145.92
1,500.00
4,000.00
25,000.00
3,000.00
123,320.00
000
1,000.00
37,469.30
C - Trash Collection Service (AAA Recycling and Trash) (Price reduction due to renegotiated contract)
B - Water & Sewer Service (Virginia-American Water Co.)
A • Electric Service (Dominion Virginia Power)
29,000.00
75.00
250.00
60,000.00
1,500.00
5506-00-50 BUILDING MAINTENANCE & OPERATION
3,500.00
C - Unforeseen Audit and Tax Preparation Expenses
24,000.00
1,000.00
10000.00
B - Preparation of Federal Forms 990 & 990-T & VA Form 500 Tax Returns
Disclosures and Management Letter with Pertinent Recommendations)
A - Audit of the Association's Financial Activity and Statements (Including Required
5504-00-50 AUDIT
R
250.00
o - Peari Haribor Dav Services-Naval Chapel-Bethesda Medical Center Marvland
150.00
225.00
250.00
20,000.00
250.00
75.00
G • U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation
400.00
600.00
350.00
250.00
20,000.00
C - Theodore Roosevelt Pllarimage (NBOD-AR 8-98 of 4 OCT 1997)
B - Memorial Dav - Ariington National Cemetery
Wreath
VDNC Annual Dues
A - Veterans Day - National Committee/ Artlnalon National Cemetery
iC."Gf: .,' '. >t';'!:t?',
A - Travel & Per Diem to 88th National Convention - SDokane, WA
1,000.00
500.00
1,000.00
8,000.00
1,000.00
9,000.00
500.00
600.00
800.00
1,500.00
I - Photoaraphv
Y',f~"~;.;·~t
Budaet Details
1/1/15 thru 12/31/15
1,500.00
500.00
DEC 2014
THROUGH
J - Convention Donor Sponsored Expenses (including signage)
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Budaet Detilis
1,000.00
22,600.00
DEC 2013
Jan, - Dec. 2014
88,824.68
30,500.00
20,000.00
December 31 2015
THROUGH
JAN 2014
JAN 2013
THROUGH
BUDGET
Janulry 1 2015
BUDGET
1,000.00
H - Telephone, Facsimile, and OIIice Equipment Rental
G - Convention Bonlfled Guests -Stiff Appreclltion
F - Shipping
5430-00-40 NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACCOUNT II
PROJECTED
APPROVED
BUDGET
Page 3
APPROVED
Estimated Budaet
Citv of Alexandria - Fees
$275.00
1,213,000.00
R • Other Expenses including Sprinkler System inspections and other Building Main!. Expenses
F • Employee DentalNlslon Insurance· Humana Dental, Inc.
+YYHY+·
5532-00-50 INSURANCE
A· contlncencv for Software and Computer Hardware • Repairs and Replacements
5528-00-50 HEADQUARTERS EQUIPMENT
~SED LEAVE RESE~:l:Yl
"YmmY+H""~
:Y":+,:y,+
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49300.00
25,000.00
102,800.00
100.00
1,176,000.00
4000
3500
4000
65000
-
25,000.00
0.00
48750.00
25,000.00
20,000.00
5i
0
12500
-
141,000.00
15,000.00
iilm:t:iliiliy
•
92,500.00
48750.00
20000.00
~
+HH~1ii ~
0.00
3500
4,000.00
G • Cafeteria Plan· Flex America (Annual Third Party Administration Fee)
2,500.00
100.00
3,500.00
Insurance· Reliance Standard L~e Insurance Co.
o . Long Term Disability
3,500.00
110,000.00
~
450.00
5,000.00
E • Employee Life Insurance - Reliance Standard Life Insurance Co.
281,450.00
100.00
1,500.00
December 31 2015
THROUGH
Januarv 1 2015
BUDGET
PROJECTED
Page 4
~~ ~
2,500.00
100.00
C • Short Term Disability insurance • Reliance Standard L~e Insurance Co.
.
152,500.00
638,150.00
100.00
B • Hellth eire· Personnel Not Enrolled in FRA Provided Optimum Choice, Inc.
A • Hellth Clre . Personnel Enrolled in FRA Provided Optimum Choice, Inc.
5520-00-50 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
~$83.881
H • Annual Participant Fee tlil$25.00 x 18 Emplovees • [401(kl Plan!
~
PBCC Fees, Form 5500 Tax Return and Preparation of FASB Disclosures Reports)
G • Fixed Fee (3rd Party Administrator)
i:;
A - Actuarial Services
5518-00·50 EMPLOYEE'S 401 (k) PLAN
B • Funds for Temporarv Hires/Consultants
1,173,000.00
1,500.00
70.00
720.00
a . Bottled Water
550.00
420.00
100.00
1,173,000.00
70000
3,500.00
600.00
4,500.00
N - Exterior MalntenancelYard Care (including $347.50 monthly maintenance - Reaves Landscaping)
2,500.00
4,900.00
1,000.00
P - Parking Lot Maintenance
1,000.00
Budget Details
1/1/15 thru 12/31/15
o . Alexandria City Code Inspections
2,500.00
7,000.00
1,000.00
M - Window Cleanlnll
$130.00
DEC 2014
THROUGH
Budget Details
THROUGH
Jan.• Dec. 2014
JAN 2014
JAN 2013
DEC 2013
BUDGET
BUDGET
L • Snow Removal
Allowance for cost of materials - Unforeseen Repairs $3,000.00
Maintenance Contract (A.G.Prada) 1325.00 Monthly + 8.00 each onsite call)
K • Heatlnll, Ventilation & Air Conditlonlnll System
Gasoline/Maintenance & Repistration Fees
J ·FRA Van
5514-00-50 CONSULTING FEES J OUTSIDE SERVICES
15522-o0-5~
BUDGET ITEMS
Dadicated Telephone Line (703.549.7594) (Pro-rated with Security Svstem)
5510-00-50 SALARY - FRA EMPLOYEES
ACCOUNT #
APPROVED
APPROVED
Estimated Budaet
JANUARY 1, 2015 Throuah December 31. 2015
FRA 2015 Operating BUdget (DRAFT)
Service and Supply For Three Cannon Copiers
3,100.00
3,500.00
of Conaress and selected members of their staff, selected militarv and aovemment
Date-Keepers are presented to a traditional lis! of FRA officials, selecled members
A • FRA Date.Keepe", and Postaae Cost
Public relations tool for the FRA, help foster oood relationships with govemment and military offices.
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1,500.00
1,500.00
6,000.00
6,000.00
5540-00·50 NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS CONTINGENCY FUND
S - Payroll Processing Fees· PayChecks
750.00
500.00
750.00
500.00
3,100.00
Q • Paper Cutler; Foldlna Machine; Electric Typewrite",; Collators; Mall Opener; Misc.
(3) IdealStore Hardware (Backup Server) $1,200.00
R • Subscriptions
( 2) 9050 High Speed Printer, Membership Records - $1,000:
65L3-Serial #6712790-{3-30/06-30)(07-30109-30( 10-30/12-30)(01-30103-30)
o . Annual Maintenance for: (1) IMIS Firewall (Consistent Computer Bargains) - $900.00 :
3,000.00
1,500.00
1,500.00
3,000.00
L - Embosser (Data Card Model #280-Serial #1120)(Capilal Card Systems) (02-01101-31)
M • Postage Meter WIAccessories Rental (Model # 3KOO-Serial #119845)(Meter Mo<l/ll
1,740.00
1,500.00
1,740.00
1,500.00
I - Mailing Machine (IntelliLink Interface & Subscription Services)(08l12)
J • Software Data Subscription WW95 (Model WXll-Serial #3215) (For M/M)(03-o1l01128)
500.00
1,000.00
2,100.00
500.00
2,100.00
H· MAS90 Subscription Plan (Sage Software Inc..)
G • Finance and Accounting Software Additional In-house Support
F • Finance and Accounting Software (Applied Accounting Technology)
1,000.00
200.00
15,000.00
200.00
15,000.00
E - Cannon Copiers
C· Software For New Mailing Rates·150# Postage Scale (Pitney Bowes)
250.00
750.00
250.00
750.00
500.00
37,890.00
1,000.00
B ·150# Postage Scale (Model #N910-Seria/#1706) (Pitney Bowes) (07-0116-30)
6,500.00
37,340.00
9,000.00
11,000.00
10,000.00
5,000.00
14,000.00
4,500.00
7,000.00
4,500.00
A - Telephone System (Telelink Communications, Inc.)
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS 1 AGREEMENTS
5538-00-50 NATIONAL OFFICE EXPENSE
B - Contingent Expenses (Including Postage, Copying, Facsimile, Etc.,
A • Lellal Counsel Fees
5536-00-50 LEGAL COUNSEL
A - Full Service T·l Line (MegaPath - monthly maintenance $401.00)
11,000.00
H • Commen:ial Crime· FRA
5,000.00
4,500.00
14,000.00
G • Commen:lal Crime - FRA Branches
5,000.00
750.00
750.00
7,000.00
F· Directors' and Ollicers' Liabllltv • FRA
E· Business Travel Accident - FRA
3,000.00
3,000.00
D· Commen:lal Automobile· FRA
2,000.00
13,000.00
4,500.00
5,000.00
Budaet Details
1/1/15 thru 12/31/15
C· Workers' Compensation & Employers' liability. FRA
DEC 2014
THROUGH
2,000.00
DEC 2013
13,000.00
Budllet Details
Jan .• Dec. 2014
THROUGH
JAN 2014
JAN 2013
A· Commen:lal Package (Business Owne",) • FRA
BUDGET ITEMS
BUDGET
BUDGET
B • Commen:lal Umbrella Excess· FRA
5534-00-50 INTERNET
ACCOUNT #
APPROVED
APPROVED
Estimated Budaet
JANUARY 1 2015 Throuqh December 31 2015
3,500.00
37,890.00
9,500.00
5,000.00
December 31 2015
THROUGH
Januarv 1 2015
BUDGET
PROJECTED
Page 5
Turnover (If Neededl
.
A • Travel and Per Diem to 88th National Convention· Spokane, WA.
5605-00-60 NATIONAL VICE PRESIDENT-ELECT & REGIONAL PRESIDENTS-ELECT
Tax Law Update, HR Training, IT Training, ASAE Memberships, VA Training Compliance, etc.
Required for training of National headquarters personnei in job specific skills, i.e.,
.ltiiltii(iidRN~lfdtiii.ElliuAA.R~
BANK FEES AND SERVICE CHARGES [including visa/masterCard/Amex discount
(SR-2(b)(2)
Ti',;
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.T'
17,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
,~'":
1.00
100.00
1,200.00
5558-00-50 UNPLANNED TRAVEL
3,000.00
15,000.00
50,000.00
9,208.00
89,735.00
B - Cellular Service (NED· 055 ( Short· For Use In the Van) (approx. 250. monthly)
100.00
21,000.00
46,000.00
102,003.00
89,964.00
35,000.00
98,237.48
1,156.00
1,335.00
-
26,000.00
42,000.00
December 31 2015
THROUGH
Januarv 1 2015
BUDGET
PROJECTED
Page 6
100.00
22.000.00
oeo.eo
15,000.00
12,500.00
i":"'~:ii:~
??
1,200.00
3,000.00
15,000.00
100.00
19,200.00
35,000.00
12,500.00
_N'0':
100.00
19,200.00
~ ~
50,000.00
98,943.00
100.00
56.00
250.00
56.00
0.00
200.00
55.00
1,080.00
26,000.00
42,000.00
1,000.00
0.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
C • Telephone Conference Calls
A - National Headquarters /In House Service (approx. $1,250.00 monthly)
5556-00·50 TELEPHONE & FACSIMILE
iiii
ot NED Salary)
A - City of Alexandria (National Headquarters Bulldin!! & landi
5554-00·50 REAL ESTATE
~tional Executive Director
A - Administrative Employees (7.65% of lotal Salary)
5550-00-50 SOCIAL SECURITY
o - Emoloyee
B - National Executive Diraetor
A - Administrative Employees
1,426.00
1,640.00
-
25,000.00
44,000.00
Budget Details
1/1/15 thru 12/31/15
1,120.00
300.00
5548-00-50 FEDERAL UNEMPLOYMENT
E - Possible Rate Incraase (Based on rate change for 2013)
60.00
1,080.00
20000
1,426.00
842.00
-
o - Employee Turnover (If Needed)
B • National Executive Director (8,OOOx.0068%1
A· Administrative Employees ($8,OOOx18)x.0068% - tax rate change fro .0029 to .0068
5546-00-50 VIRGINIA UNEMPLOYMENT
TAXES
25,000.00
25,000.00
5544-00-50 PRINTING, STATIONERY, OFFICE AND COMPUTER SUPPLIES
1,000.00
44,000.00
Expenses - Include. Staff Retraat off Site & Admin. Prof. Day Support
0.00
1,000.00
DEC 2014
THROUGH
Budget Details
Jan. - Dec. 2014
THROUGH
DEC 2013
JAN 2014
JAN 2013
44,000.00
o - Contingent
congressional offices that regularly assist FRA (these gifts go to the wor1<ers, not the officials.)
of candy, or something appropriate is presented to staff members of various military and
A small monetary gift is presented to the janitorial crew, trash crew, etc. Several dozen other gifts of
C • Christmas Gifts, Mementoa, Bonuses, etc.
personalized cards are mailed annually.
FRA Christmas cards and postage are purchased from this line item. About 1,350
B • FRA Christmas Cards and Postage
officials, FRA business associates and several soecial friends of the FRA.
BUDGET ITEMS
BUDGET
BUDGET
5542-00-50 POSTAGE - NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
ACCOUNT #
APPROVED
APPROVED
Estimated Budget
JANUARY 1 2015 Through December 31 2015
ACCOU N T II
BUDGET ITEMS
i.;,,,,
~
1,000.00
100,00
2,000,00
$1,000 each.
$2,500 each; Six 2nd Place Winners at $1,500 each; and Six 3rd Place Winners at
Overall Winner - $5,000.00; Six 1st Place Winners at
B • Awards for Essav Winners ltotal 19)
A· Chairman's Travel and Per Diem to 88th National Convention· Spokane, WA.
_~
MYi;
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35,000.00
000
~
150.00
35,000.00
~M
200.00
850.00
Memorial Award W/Plate
850.00
o . Frank J. Mc Pherson
1,600.00
1,600.00
1,000.00
108,150.00
1,000.00
5,900.00
105,000.00
16,000.00
C· Charies E. Lofgren Membership Award W/Plates for Branches (Five)
E· Abraham M. Rosenburg Membership Award W/Plate
THROUGH
18,200.00
52,000.00
20,000.00
40,000.00
4,600.00
~
4,000.00
108,150.00
200.00 ""'-"".,""'-.""'-'"
18,000.00
52,000.00
20,000.00
B • Charies E. Lofgren Membership Award for Individuals (Five)
105,00000
18,600.00
52,000.00
20,000.00
2,000.00
3,200.00
120,360.00
16,000.00
500.00
100.00
18,000.00
52,000.00
20,000.00
40,000.00
A - Chairman's Travel and Per Diem to 88th National Convention· Spokane, WA.
5705-00-70 MEMBERSHIP & RETENTION
STANDING/SPECIAL NATIONAL COMMITTEES
5660-00-60 SALARY- NATIONAL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
A· Travel and Per Diem to NBOD Meeting - Alexandria, Virginia
~ ~i!i1ii.,:~,~ensnJPurchase of meeting sup
B • Recorder Fees, Travel & Per Diem, and Publishing of Minutes
A· Travel and Per Diem· Alexandria, Virginia
~ "];-,0
17,350.00
5640-00-60 NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTOR'S MEETING
.0F0:..;0',,,,'"
52,000.00
5635-00-60 REGIONAL PRESIDENT'S TRAVEL & EXPENSES
A· Within the 50 United States
20,000.00
5625-00-60 NATIONAL VICE PRESIDENT TRAVEL & EXPENSES
40000.00
100.00
40,000.00
500.00
40,000.00
5620-00-60 NATIONAL PRESIDENT TRAVEL & EXPENSES
o . Expenses of Office
1,500.00
1,500.00
1,500.00
1,500.00
B • Travel and Per Diem· 88th National Convention - Spokane, WA
C· Travel and Per Diem· 88th National Convention (Appointee). Spokane, WA
800.00
1,500.00
1,500.00
5,000.00
1,500,00
1,500,00
1,500.00
A - Travel and Per Diem· NBOD Meeting. Alexandria, Virginia
Budaet Details
January 1 2015
BUDGET
PROJECTED
Page 7
Jan. - D e c _ 2
DEC0
2014
1 4 1/1/15 thru i i i f 5 .ecember 31 2015
o . Expenses of Office
4,900.00
DEC 2013
C • Travel and Per Diem· 88th National Convention (Appointee) • Spokane, WA.
;!iijj'Pj ....c:;.
THROUGH
THROUGH
2,000.00
:,<'ii:'
JAN 2014
JAN 2013
B • Travel and Per Diem· 88th National cenvennen . Spokane, WA.
A - Travel and Per Diem - NBOD Meeting· Alexandria, Virginia
">i'/
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5615-00-60 NATIONAL PARLIAMENTARIAN'S EXPENSE
~
BUDGET
BUDGET
Budaet Details
APPROVED
APPROVED
Estimated Budaet
FRA 2015 Operating BUdget(DRAFT)
~
-
iiii
200.00
95.00
95.00
60.00
N - Robert E. Doherty Award
0-15 Award Ribbons (1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place-Five Membership Groups) $40.00 &
P • Telephone Charges
enses
0.00
o - National Convention· Special Committee (Standing rule 6(i)
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0.00
-
-
000
B • Printer Cartridges, Paper, Telephone Calls, Postage and Local Mileage
-
100.00
38.00
100.00
C· Printing and Mailing of Proposed C&BL and Polley and Procedures Manual
100.00
38.00
100.00
-..
100.00
100.00
100.00
Envelopes/Paper, Etc.l
100.00
100.00
38.00
100.00
~
0.00
9,000.00
100.00
100.00
2000
60.00
9500
95.00
25.00
0.00
A • Special National Commlttee(s)
5750-00-70 SPECIAL NATIONAL COMMITTEE/S)
o . Committee Expenses (Telephone, Supplies, Postage,
C • 15 Award Ribbons (1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place·Flve Membership Groups)
B • Plaaue (Shipmate olthe Year Award)
~B • ~ommittiiinses,.
5740-00-70 EMPLOYEE'S PENSION
100.00
o . Committee Expenses
100.00
38.00
100.00
0.00
250.00
C -15 Award Ribbons (1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place·Five Membership Groups)
B • Plaque (Shipmate of The Year Award)
o . Committee Ex
B· Publishing and Mailing of Minutes
A • Travel and Per Diem· Alexandria, Virginia
9,000.00
100.00
C • Printlno and Malllna of C&BL SR & Rituals
5725-00-70 BUDGET & FINANCE
100.00
B • Committee Expenses (Administrative, Printing, Postaae, Telephone, etc.l
9,250.00
95.00
L - Walter C. "Step' Rowell Award
M - Leonard D. "Swede" Nelson Award
7,300.00
95.00
K • Certificates and National Awards
20.00
95.00
25.00
J - Stationerv and Envelopes
Prepaid Phone Cards for 675 minutes $20.00
95.00
50.00
I - Other postage and Mailing
50.00
120.00
H· Mailing Essays to National Committee
12000
100.00
Regional Chairman
120.00
100.00
G - Copying Essays & Correspondence with National Committee Members and
150.00
12000
F • Mailing Certificates to Branches
1,500.00
1,600.00
150.00
15,300.00
Budget Details
1/1/15 thru 12/31/15
E - Mailing Essay Posters, Cover Sheets and Rules
1,500.00
(Done at NHQ)
1,600.00
Rules
o . Printing Essay Poster, Cover & Essay
DEC 2014
THROUGH
Budget Details
THROUGH
Jan•• Dec. 2014
JAN 2014
JAN 2013
DEC 2013
BUDGET
BUDGET
C • Plaques for Essay Winners (total 19)
BUDGET ITEMS
5720-00-70 CONSTITUTION, BYLAWS, RITUALS AND RESOLUTIONS
ACCOUNT #
APPROVED
APPROVED
Estimated Budqet
JANUARY 1 2015 Throuqh December 31 2015
FRA 2015 Operating BUdget(DRAFT)
"'ttll"·",,,
""{'T:;,'
100.00
100.00
9,250.00
200.00
December 31 2015
THROUGH
Januarv 1 2015
BUDGET
PROJECTED
Page 8
5770-00-70
P~e,
Envelopes/Paper, Etc.
Committee Conference Telephone Call
B • Committee Expenses (Telephone, Supplies,
5760-00·70 ILEGISLATIVE SERVICES
Page 9
at 10
100.00
100.00
100.00
100.00
100.00
50.00
100.00
THROUGH
THROUGH
50.00
100.00
THROUGH
JAN 2014
JAN 2013
Budaet Details
BUDGET
Budaet Details
BUDGET
Januarv 1. 2015
APPROVED
BUDGET
PROJECTED
Page 9
APPROVED
Estimated Budaet
JANUARY 1. 2015 Throuah December 31. 2015
ACCOUNT#
I
Past National Officers Pins & National President's Gift
BUDGET ITEMS
Page 10 of 10
$
or
$
0.00
3,565,954.16
3,565,954.15
4,000.00
DEC 2014
THROUGH
THROUGH
Budaet Details
JAN 2014
JAN 2013
Jan, • Dec. 2014
BUDGET
BUDGET
DEC 2013
APPROVED
APPROVED
Estimated Budaet
JANUARY 1. 2015 Throuah December 31. 2015
FRA 2015 Operating BUdget (DRAFT)
Budaet Details
I
2,500.00
1/1/15 thru 12/31/15 I
December 31.2015
THROUGH
January 1, 2015
BUDGET
PROJECTED
Page 10
CONSTITUTION, BYLAWS AND RESOLUTIONS
Shipmate National President, National officers, past national officers, and Shipmates assembled at the 87th National
Convention of the FRA; this annual report to the national convention is submitted as directed in Section 820(e),
C&BL, FRA.
The conditions of resolutions to be acted upon at the national convention as depicted in Section 611(a) have been
met, and the pertinent effects of Article XIV have been duly scrutinized. This committee has reviewed the content of
seven resolutions to amend Bylaws.
There has been one recommendation forwarded to this committee for review. It was noted that over the past several
years, numerous resolutions never reached the convention floor for the delegates to make their wishes known, due in
large part to the requirements of Article XIV. It is a disservice to our Shipmates to deny them the opportunity to dispose of issues deemed important enough for Branches to craft a resolution. This committee recommends a future
committee address amending Article XIV to simplify resolution submission by the Branches, National Committees,
and the National Board of Directors. Further action is pending discussion during the Corpus Christi convention.
Shipmate National President and Shipmates, this committee extends its profound thanks for allowing us to serve.
JEFFREY A. GILMARTIN
Chairman
CBL&R-1
EMPLOYEES PENSION
Enclosure (1) Pension Plan Termination Information and Chronology
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National Officers, Shipmates. This annual report is submitted
as requested by Article 8, Section 810(b), C&BL.
The duties and responsibilities of the committee are outline in Article 8, Section 819(a) through (d). Members of the
committee for 2013-2014 are: PRPSE John S. Handzuk, Chairman, PRPWC Julian Dracon, PRPWC Charles McIntyre, PNP F. Don Mucheck, Advisor, Lauren Armstrong, Employee Representative, and Finance Officer Steve Cox,
Plan Administrator.
Enclosure (1) chronicles activities related to the Defined Pension Plan from 8/30/2013 through 12/27/2013.
All eligible Plan participants received their distribution on or before 12/31/2013. Each participant signed a disclaimer stating they would not pursue legal action against the Plan in the future. All Participants opted for a cash distribution.
PBGC Form 501, Post Distribution for Standard Termination was signed by FO Cox on 12/27/2014. On 3/21/2014,
PBGC acknowledged receipt of Form 501. ERISA requires PBGC to audit a sample of plans terminating in a standard termination each year. FRA’s Plan was a standard plan and as such was subject to audit, but was not selected for
audit.
IRS Form 5500 was completed and signed by FO Cox on 4/24/2014 and submitted to the IRS. This is an annual return/report of employee benefit plans and was submitted as the final report. As of 31 July, FRA has not heard from
the IRS if they have accepted the report.
The actuary for the plan, Milliman, Inc., has been paid in full for services rendered to oversee the termination of the
Plan. The Finance Officer does not anticipate additional fees.
NPSL 3-14 requested branches vote on a budget over-expenditure of $145,000 to fully fund Plan distributions by the
end of CY 2013. It easily passed.
During a 3/19/2014 teleconference, the committee discussed with the NED, FO, and employer representative a rewrite of Section 818, C&BL. It was decided not to rewrite it at this time until FRA receives final approval from both
PBGC and IRS that the Plan’s termination has been officially accepted.
Future oversight of the 401(k) Employee’s Pension Plan was also discussed. The committee feels there is a continued
need for oversight since FRA funding is used to fund the 401(k). The FO and employee representative feel oversight
can be adequately accomplished by Budget & Finance. As currently written, Section 818(c) requires the committee
oversee the 401(k). It also appears to be outdated in that it does not reflect the 401(k) is a Safe Harbor 401(k) and
the FRA makes defined and matching contributions as a result of the passage of NBR 65-10. The future of this committee will be determined by delegate action either at this convention or a future one.
The third topic was FRA contributions to the 401(k). For several years, the annual contribution has come from the
Experience Reserve Fund. FO Cox reported the Experience Reserve Fund is large enough to continue funding annual
contributions for the foreseeable future. I can’t recall a time when the FRA was able to fund this budget item from
annual revenue, and given the decline in revenue over the years, the committee sees no viable alternative but to continue using the Experience Reserve Fund as the funding source for the 401(k).
EP-1
The last topic of the teleconference was FRA contributions to the 401(k). The current budget provides for a 3% contribution and a 2% matching contribution of an employee’s salary contribution. The committee recommends to
Budget & Finance the amount of annual contributions and they in turn recommend to convention delegate the
amount of contributions. According to the FO, FRA’s 401(k) plan is below the norm of other organizations inside the
beltway. The committee realizes the need and importance of a benefits package generous enough to hire and retain
competent personnel and still be affordable to the organization. Since funding comes from a reserve fund, the committee strongly feels the current level of contributions is ample enough to hire and retain staff as well as sustain this
source of funding for the foreseeable future.
Section 818(c), C&BL as currently written is outdated and should be rewritten.
My three year term on this committee concludes with the adjournment of this convention. When first appointed as
chairman, then NP Scarbro had a vision to settle the lawsuit against the Defined Pension Plan and then dissolve it.
Both have been accomplished. I did not do this alone. It was a team effort by all committee members, advisors and
NHQ staff over the past three years. Thank you one and all for your hard work.
PNP Scarbro, PNP Gilmartin, PNP Kilgore, and NP Courneya, it has been a privilege to serve each of you, the
Shipmates and NHQ staff.
JOHN S. HANDZUK
Chairman
EP-2
Pension Plan Termination Information/Chronology:
 FRA receives IRS letter dated 8/30/2013, informing FRA “The initial review of your determination letter application has been completed and the file has been forwarded for a final evaluation by our Quality Assurance Staff.”
FRA receives letter dated October 11, 2013, from Consulting Actuary Robert Dezube stating that because of
historical delayed response times from the IRS and the time needed for final payout calculations that pay outs
to plan participants in 2013 is “unlikely.” Letter further presents results for four date/interest payout scenarios as follows: April 1, 2012, $464,330; April 1, 2013, $239,485; December 31, 2013, $362,096; January 1,
2104, $167,593.
At the 86th National Convention in Chattanooga, TN, the week of October 15-20, 2013, FRA Staff informed Budget
& Finance Committee, Employee Pension Committee and National Board of Directors of IRS letter dated 8/30/2013,
and of Robert Dezube letter dated 10/11/2013. Based on this information and taking into consideration that the
Federal Government was shut down, the Budget and Finance proposed and the National Board of Directors
approved the inclusion of $208,000, in pension plan payout expenses in the FRA 2014 annual operating budget. Also approved and included in the 2014 budget is $9,450, in actuarial, legal and administrative fees for the
termination of the plan.
Upon returning from National Convention, FRA received another letter from IRS dated October 18, 2013, notifying
FRA that they “have determined that your (our) termination of this plan does not adversely affect its qualification for
federal tax purposes.” This is formal notification from the IRS that they approve the termination of the pension
plan.
FRA Finance Officer informed National President, Budget and Finance Committee Chairman and Pension Committee Chairman of IRS letter dated 10/18/2013.
FRA Finance Officer receives final individual Pension Plan distribution paperwork and payout calculations from
Consulting Actuary Robert Dezube the afternoon of November 27, 2013. This information was then forwarded to the
individual plan participants the same day, November 27, 2013. Final payout calculations for all participants total
$1,223,356.62
M&T Bank maintains custody and is responsible for the distribution of Pension Plan funds. They will have received
all of the distribution election forms from plans participants by 12/23/2013.
Having received payout plan calculation amounts much sooner than expected based on conversation with Consulting
Actuary, the 2013 budget will require an additional $145,000, in the 2013 budget year for the final termination of the
Pension Plan. Per Sec. 903(c) of the FRA C&BL, this amount is in excess of 3% of the budget and must referred to
the branches for their approval or disapproval.
As this is happening at the end of the 2013 budget year and the 2014 budget has been approved by NBOD, we have
the flexibility to draw down on other 2014 budget line item accounts under the same heading and replenish these line
items upon approval of the branches.
FRA Headquarters office will notify all branches of projected cost overrun by letter dated 12/27/2013, and request a
response no later than 01/31/2014.
ENCLOSURE (1)
EP-3
ANNUAL REPORT OF THE NATIONAL COMMITTEE
ON FUTURE PLANNING
Shipmates, in compliance with Section 810(b) the FUTURE PLANNING COMMITTEE submit this report to the
National Board of Directors and the 87th National Convention. The primary goal for the year 2013-2014 was to identify to this great organization a path to grow, improve our service to our shipmates, and to make this an organization
a model for all other veteran organizations. We did not take on this task with a goal to please all shipmates; but to
begin a thought process to bring about change in the direction our membership is moving and this organization is
going. We must become creative and generate the thought processes to bring about an “about face” in the way we are
going. Thinking out of our own small world is a must in today’s world.
The 2013-2014 Future Planning Committee was composed of the following:
PRPSE Roger E. Mitchell
PRPWC Richard J. Fetro
PRPNC Marty J. Posekany
PRPNC Norman G. Combs
PRPNW Pete Lazzaretti
Charley Randall, II
NED Thomas J. Snee Advisor
PNP Joseph Maez Advisor
PNP Thomas A. Heaney Advisor
PNC Lesley Campbell Advisor
Eric A. Trent Advisor
All meetings were open to the general membership to listen in on the proceedings and their input was welcome. The
Telephone Conferencing Method was employed for all meetings but one, which were done via Email due to time
frame and availability of the members. A Thursday evening each month at 9 PM timeframe was selected as the best
time for all members to participate. No expenses were incurred by this committee other than Fleet Reserve Association Headquarters cost associated with the teleconferences. Budget request for 2014-2015 were submitted as required
with a 50% reduction from last year’s approved budget.
Only item passed to the Future Planning Committee by the National President was the utilization on the Fleet Reserve Association Logos of the letters USN, USMC and USCG. The utilization of these letters has not been approved
by the U.S. Patent Office for several years with no official resolution. Logos without these letters are currently approved by the patent office. National made a ruling in March 2014 that we would continue to utilize the current logos
until directed by the services to stop. Closed item.
Committee Chairman presented a proposed five-year plan to the committee at the second session. The plan was reviewed by the membership and set aside based on the idea that this committee was not tasked with directing this organization on its day operation and that goals were not to be set by this committee. The chair feels that this organization is a business and must be run as a business. No viable business operates without a plan with defined goals and
objectives. We are not a social club, but a service organization for the membership. Plan was set aside for possible
re-work in the future.
Convention registration was an item of investigation by the committee. Several regions have shifted to a spreadsheet
PC run registration. All require some labor by the user but offer promise for utilization in the future. Regions which
utilize this format submitted copies to National Executive Director for review. Close review of their utilization will
be done by the regions with a PC based program during this year’s Regional and National Conventions. Open item
for next year.
Many items concerning membership were brought to the committee for review during the year. I will summarize the
key items:
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Change the Chairman position of the membership committee to an elected position.
Totally rewrite the membership section of the CB&L.
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Permit shipmates who have to be placed on the Nonpayment of Dues list to pay all past dues and have their
continuous membership restored. A practice we have heard has been permitted for many years but not included in the CB&L.
Simplify the Life Membership Fee Schedule to reflect age groups vice an individual year; that is less than
30, less than 40, less than 50, less than 60 and those over 60.
Greatly reduce Life Membership for active duty shipmates-base the cost of Life Membership on the shipmate’s pay-grade. These shipmates would only receive written documents via e-mail incurring very limited
cost associated with their membership.
Change the Life Membership award for obtaining 32 new members. Redefine the policy to reflect a percentage gain in membership; such as, 8% of branch membership. This would make shipmates in smaller
branches and less intense sea-service areas eligible for the award.
Provide a free membership to junior enlisted shipmates. They would be on the MAL list with electronic correspondence only. Little or no cost to the association.
All of the above ideas did not obtain a majority vote by committee members to proceed. Deferred until next year for
consideration.
Future Planning Committee did pass with a majority vote on two resolutions concerning the loss of shipmates out the
back door. Over the past ten years that number has exceeded 35,000 shipmates. That is sixty percent of our current
membership. We need to find out why and plug this hole in the dike before it breaks our dam. The resolutions were
drafted and 80% of the membership voted in favor to submit to the CB&L Committee.
National President Virgil P. Courneya, the 2013-2014 Future Planning Committee appreciated the opportunity to
serve the Fleet Reserve Association and your organization during the past year.
REMEMBER “WHAT WE DO CORRECTLY TODAY MAKES FOR A GREAT TOMORROW”
I would like to thank PNP Joseph Maez for his great advice he gave me during the year and his effort to make this a
better organization.
I move that the 2013-2014 Future Planning Committee report be received.
ROGER E. MITCHELL
Chairman
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ON HOSPITALS, WELFARE, AND REHABILITATION
Shipmate National President, National Officers, Past National Officers, and Shipmates:
The Standing Committee is composed of:
Chairman:
Vice Chairman:
Members:
Advisor:
Charles F. Burkhardt, Jr., Branch 98, Bossier City, LA
Randy L. Phillipp, Triangle Branch 182, Gaithersburg, MD
David R. LaGraves, Buffalo Branch 23, Cheektowaga, NY
PRPSE Bobby L. Smith, East Tennessee Branch 194, Maryville, TN
Richard G. Priest, Wolverine Branch 298, Kalamazoo, MI
Olga W. “Winnie” Hamerlinck, Orange City Branch 175, Fountain Vly, CA
PRPWC Patrick H. LeClaire, Silver Dollar Branch 192, Fallon, NV
JrPRPNW Margret A. Burke, Inland Empire Branch 38, Mead, WA
PNChap Tom Whitaker, B. Duke Woody Branch 147, Palm Coast, FL
The final work of this committee will be accomplished at the 87th National Convention when we review the Regional
Submissions and recommend branches in each membership group to the delegates for national recognition. A
“Shipmate of the Year” will be recommended to the delegates for approval.
Appropriate plaques will be ordered to recognize the “Shipmate of the Year”.
As per National President’s serial letter 10-14; Thursday, October 16, 2014 at 1300 hrs. has been designated for the
presentation of Disaster Relief and Educational Foundation donations by branch representatives.
CHARLES F. BURKHARDT, JR.
Chairman
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ON LEGISLATIVE SERVICE
Shipmates, per Sec. 808(g), FRA C&BL, I have the privilege of serving as Chairman of the National Committee on
Legislative Service and submit the following report.
MEMBERS
In addition to myself, the National Committee on Legislative Service (NCLS) is comprised of PRPWC Nathan “Joe”
Nash, Branch 192; Alfred M. Braden, Branch 281; Abe Zino, Branch 207; Tom Howard, Branch 172; George
Cleveland, Branch 208; and Mark Thompson, Branch 104. John R. Davis, Branch 181, is an advisor to the Committee and other members of the NHQ Legislative Team serve as informal advisors.
MEETING VIA TELECONFERENCE
The National Committee on Legislative Service (NCLS) met via teleconference at 1400 Tuesday, April 22, 2014.
The meeting was called to order by Committee Chairman NED Thomas Snee, and Committee members participating
in the call included Shipmate Abe Zino, Shipmate PRPEC Chris Slawinski and Committee Advisor DLP John Davis.
Comments and questions were solicited regarding the report on the Current Status of the 2014 FRA Legislative
Agenda and discussions followed regarding the one-percent COLA cut for military retirees under age 62, the Administration’s proposed changes to TRICARE for retirees, proposed reductions in Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH)
and requested reduction in Commissary subsidies in the FY 2015 budget request.
DLP John Davis reported on 2014 Congressional testimony and the impact of sequestration on the DoD budget; current status the military healthcare funding and the “doc fix;” status of veterans benefits legislation; and activities of
the Military Compensation and Retirement Modernization Commission (MCRMC).
NVSO Chris Slawinski reported on pending veteran’s omnibus legislation (S. 1982 & S. 944), status of VA disability
claims backlog, and the shift to a “paperless” claims system at VA. NVSO Slawinski also gave an update to VAVS.
NED Thomas Snee discussed growing legislative opposition to proposed cuts in Commissary benefits. NED Snee
gave a brief report on the April 10, 2014 NBOD Hill visits, and DLP Davis gave a brief report on the Military Coalition (TMC) and the FRA Action Center usage. The proposed FRA 2015 Legislative Agenda was then discussed and
the Committee approved the draft agenda.
Two nominees were considered for recognition via the 2015 Pinnacle Award. They were Rep. Tim Walz (MN), and
Senator Kelly Ayotte (NH). Senator Ayotte, who has been in the forefront of opposing retiree COLA cuts and opposing TRICARE fee increases for retirees, was selected to receive the award next year.
The next Committee meeting will be on Thursday, October 16, 2014 at the 87 th National Convention in Corpus
Christi, Texas. The meeting adjourned at 1500.
CONGRESSIONAL TESTIMONY/SPECIAL MEETINGS
FRA presented testimony before key Congressional oversight committees in conjunction with the pending FY 2015
authorizing and appropriations legislation, and attended meetings with Members of Congress focused on key legislative agenda issues. These include:
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NP Virgil Courneya testified before a joint hearing of the House and Senate Veterans Affairs Committee
on March 12, 2014;
DLP John Davis testified before the Senate Armed Services, Personnel Subcommittee on behalf of FRA
and the Military Coalition (TMC) on March 26, 2014;
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DLP John Davis provided written testimony to the House Armed Services Committee, Military Personnel Subcommittee on March 25, 2014;
NVSO Chris Slawinski participated in a VSO Roundtable with Rep. Jeff Miller (Fla.), Chairman of the
House Veterans Affairs Committee, other members of the committee, and House leadership on April 29,
2014;
NED Tom Snee and DLP John Davis participated in VSO/MSO Roundtable with Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi on November 19, 2013;
DLP John Davis participated in VSO/MSO Roundtable with Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi on June 12,
2014; and
DLP John Davis participated in VSO/MSO Roundtable with Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi on June 25,
2014.
RETIREMENT AND COMPENSATION COMMISSION
On July 3, 2014 the Military Compensation and Retirement Modernization Commission (MCRMC) released an interim report. While the 358 page interim report does not make any recommendations for changes to benefits, it does
document the Commission’s understanding of the entirety of current military compensation and benefit programs;
relevant laws, regulations, and policies; associated appropriated Federal funding; and historical background for the
uniformed services’ compensation and benefit programs.
The MCRMC stated that while compensation funding has increased substantially over the last two decades it is mostly due to inflation (particularly medical inflation) and 13 years of war. MCRMC also found that while the compensation funding has increased it has remained consistently around 30 percent of the DoD budget. The MCRMC did note
that Reserve compensation deserves special attention for reform.
The 2013 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) established a nine-member commission to review military
compensation and retirement programs and make recommendations for their modernization to the President and
Congress in February 2015. President Obama has charged the MCRMC to review “the full breadth of the systems,”
including healthcare, military family support, and any federal programs that could influence the decision of current
or future service members to stay in uniform or leave the service. Before making their final recommendations, the
commission must examine the impacts of proposed recommendations on currently serving members, retirees, spouses, children and survivors. The commission has also been instructed not to alter the current retirement system for
those already serving, retired or in the process of retiring.
FRA has consistently expressed serious concerns about cost-driven efforts to “reform” pay and benefits and contends
that the current pay and benefit package is key to recruiting and retention and sustaining military readiness. The Association provided a written statement to the Commission expressing FRA concerns, and that December 20, 2013
statement is available on the FRA website. DLP John Davis has met with MCRMC Commissioners and repeatedly
with MCRMC staff to provide an enlisted perspective on pay and benefit changes. The MCRMC threat to future pay
and retirement benefits cannot be overstated. FRA will continue to closely monitor the activities and deliberations of
the commission.
NBOD HILL VISITS/PINNACLE RECEPTION
The tenth annual Hill visits started with the Pinnacle Award reception in the Rayburn House Office Building recognizing Rep. Joe Wilson (SC) Chairman of the House Armed Services Military Personnel Subcommittee. Immediately
after the reception, members of FRA’s National Board of Directors (NBOD) and other Association leaders brought
the enlisted perspective to Capitol Hill as they visited their respective elected officials in Washington, DC. These
shipmates shared the Association’s position on priority legislative issues with their senators and representatives, asking them to oppose the Administration’s call for drastically higher TRICARE Prime fees, co-pays and new enrollment fees for TRICARE Standard and TRICARE-for-Life (TFL) beneficiaries. They urged Congress to expand concurrent receipt to all disabled veterans, not to cut funding for military stateside commissaries and to exclude Defense
from sequestration. FRA leaders also asked that Congress make adequate physician reimbursements (“doc fix”) for
Medicare/TRICARE patients permanent. Additionally, FRA leaders asked lawmakers to take action to reduce the
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disability claims backlog at the VA, extend disability benefits to “Blue Water” Vietnam veterans exposed to the
Agent Orange herbicide while serving off the coast of Vietnam, and allow the VA to have full two-year advance
funding to avoid the delay of services to wounded warriors during government shutdowns.
It is important to note that more than 2,500 shipmates sent advocacy messages to Capitol Hill in conjunction with
NBOD storming the Hill.
ACTION CENTER
Since January 1, 2013, the beginning of the current legislative session, use of the FRA Action Center has generated
more than 109,000 advocacy messages related to FRA’s legislative agenda. More than 22,500 of these messages
pertain to the COLA cut for military retirees and nearly 21,000 urged that Defense to be excluded from sequestration
(automatic budget cuts). There are currently 29 issues listed on the Action Center.
LEGISLATIVE TEAM
FRA’s Legislative Team consists of NED Thomas Snee, DLP John Davis, ADLP Stephen Tassin, NVSO Chris
Slawinski and Bob Washington. These registered lobbyists work to advance the Association’s legislative agenda.
Team members attend hearings, briefings, and special events; they participate in numerous meetings with members
of Congress, and their staff; spearhead lobbying efforts; dispatched Congressional correspondence on legislation
impacting FRA’s legislative agenda; and researched, wrote, and submitted testimony addressing priority active, Reserve, retired, and veteran’s issue plus Defense, Coast Guard and VA budgets.
PRIORITY ISSUES
FRA maintains a strong and credible presence on Capitol Hill and successes during the past year include:
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Repealing one-percent COLA cut for retirees under age 62 that joined the military before January 1, 2014;
No additional retiree health care enrollment fee hike in FY 2015;
Beating back Administration’s effort to reduce Commissary subsidies;
Protecting personnel programs from arbitrary “sequestration” cuts;
The Administration abandoned its call for implementing the Chained Consumer Price Index (CPI) in lieu
the current CPI in its 2015 budget request to determine COLA increases;
Increasing funding to support VA programs;
Including Agent Orange Ship Accountability Act in both House and Senate NDAA;
Enacting in-state tuition for veterans and eligible dependents using Post 9/11 GI Bill; and
Allowing Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits for spouses of service members who died in the line of duty since September 11, 2001.
PENDING LEGISLATION
The House approved its National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) on May 22, 2014; however, it is unclear when
the Senate will finish work on its version of the legislation. Anticipated Senate floor amendments are expected to
address expanded eligibility for concurrent receipt of military retired pay and VA disability compensation, repeal the
Survivor Benefit Program (SBP)/Dependency Indemnity Compensation (DIC) offset for survivors, restoring 1.8 percent active duty/reserve pay increase in lieu of the current one-percent in Committee version of the bill, eliminate
pharmacy co-pay increase, retroactive (Back to Sept. 11, 2001) early retirement credit for frequently mobilized Reservists, and eliminating BAH reduction for active duty. After the Senate approves its version of the bill, a conference committee will be appointed to resolve the differences between the two bills that will be approved by the House
and Senate and then sent to the President to be signed into law or vetoed. The August issue of FRA Today provides a
side-by-side comparison of the House and Senate Defense Authorization bills (H.R. 4435/S. 2410).
In December 2013, FRA’s legislative team together with staff from other military and veterans’ associations visited
every Senator’s office on Capitol Hill to urge them to oppose the provision (Section 4300) of the budget agreement
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(H.J. Res. 59) that reduces by one percent the cost of living adjustment (COLA) for military retirees under age 62
that will be implemented with 2016 COLA increases. The measure passed both chambers and was signed into law by
President Obama in January. FRA, in concert with other like-minded organizations, sent a letter to all members of
Congress urging them to repeal the one-percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) cut for military retirees under age
62 that is slated to take effect December 1, 2015, as part of the FY 2014 budget agreement (H.J. Res. 59).
In February 2014, the House and Senate approved and the President signed into law a partial repeal of the COLA
cuts. The bill (S. 25) would only modify the one-percentage-point reduction in the annual cost-of-living adjustment
for military retirees under age 62. Under the legislation, the one-percent COLA reduction would apply only to service members who joined the military after January 1, 2014 (a grandfather clause). The Senate NDAA (S. 2410)
extends the retiree one-percent COLA cut to service members who joined the military after January 1, 2016 in lieu of
January 1, 2014 in the current law.
In February 2014, the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee approved the “Comprehensive Veterans Health and Benefits and Military Retirement Pay Restoration Act” (S. 1982) that, among its other provisions, repeals COLA cuts of
one-percent for those who joined the military after January 1, 2014. FRA believes that no young man or woman considering a career of military service should be deterred from enlisting due to this ill-advised reduction in military
retirement compensation. There are many other important provisions in this legislation that include:
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Requiring in-state tuition rates at public colleges for all student veterans using Post 9/11 GI Bill and MGIB
benefits;
Extending the VA caregiver program to all seriously injured veterans who were injured in the line of duty;
Expanding VA health care to include alternative medicine and dental care;
Extending access to VA health care from five years to 10 years for recently separated veterans;
Improving care for veterans who experience sexual trauma while in military service;
Improving protections under the Servicemember Civil Relief Act (SCRA);
Allowing two-year funding for the entire VA budget;
Renewing veterans retraining assistance; and
Allowing “Veterans Status” for reservists who served 20 years but were never mobilized.
The bill is listed on the FRA Action Center and stalled on the Senate floor on a procedural vote.
FRA supports the “Putting Veterans Funding First Act” (H.R. 813/S. 932) which ensures that all VA services will
have timely, predictable funding in an era when continuing resolutions and threats of government shutdowns are all
too frequent. The provisions of this legislation were included in the Conference Committee report for H.R. 3230 that
was enacted into law.
The House and Senate passed legislation (Conference Committee report for H.R. 3230) to reform the Department of
Veterans Affairs (VA) that provides:
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Requiring the VA to offer non-VA care to any veteran enrolled in VA health care system as of August 1,
2014 or who is newly discharged combat veteran if such veteran is unable to secure an appointment within
30 days or resides more than 40 miles from the nearest VA medical facility;
Extending pilot program to provide rehabilitation services to veterans with complex-mild traumatic brain injury (TBI);
Improving care for veterans experiencing military sexual trauma;
Allowing the VA Secretary to expedite the firing senior VA managers who are accused of mismanagement;
Hiring more physicians, other medical staff, and improving VA infrastructure;
Providing in-state tuition to veterans and eligible dependents using Post 9/11 GI Bill;
Providing Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits to spouses of service members who died in the line of duty;
Establishing a Congressional Commission on Care to evaluate access to care throughout the VA health care
system; and
Authorizing 27 major facility leases in 18 states and Puerto Rico.
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The final bill that passed cost nearly $17 billion over 10 years, with $5 billion in offsets, making it less expensive
than previous VA reform legislation passed by the House and the Senate. The Association believes that taking care
of veterans is a part of the cost of defending the nation. FRA stressed that no veteran who is eligible for health care
services from the VA should be forced to wait too long or travel too far to get medical treatment and services earned
through his or her service. FRA welcomes the bi-partisan cooperation in finding a solution but is concerned how this
reform might impact military treatment facilities (MTF). The bill now goes to the President to be signed into law.
A major threat to military benefits are the arbitrary and gradually increasing sequestration budget cuts that require
half of the cuts to come from the Defense budget even though Defense makes up on 17 percent of the budget. FRA is
advocating that Defense be excluded from ever-larger sequestration cuts mandated by the 2011 Budget Control Act
(BCA). Members can weigh in on this issue through the Action Center.
FRA is also concerned about the nearly 30-percent reimbursement rate cuts effective March 15, 2015, for doctors
who accept Medicare and TRICARE patients unless Congress acts to address this issue. Reimbursement rates are
significant to beneficiary access to care. FRA is supporting the “SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act” (H.R. 4015) to make the doc fix permanent. This bill is listed on the Action Center.
CAPITOL HILL FUNCTIONS AND MEETINGS
NP Virgil Courneya, NED Tom Snee, and DLP John Davis met with Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard
(MCPOCG) Michael Leavitt on legislative issues. Later that day, NP Courneya and NED Snee presented the 2013
Pinnacle Award to Rep. Jeff Miller in his Capitol Hill office.
DLP John Davis attended Mack’s Marines (Marines that work on Capitol Hill) luncheon on November 1, 2013.
NED Thomas Snee and DLP John Davis attended a briefing at the Institute of Medicine (IOM) to discuss a recently
released report from the National Academy of Sciences on the health effects from exposure to herbicides used during
military operations in Vietnam in December 2013.
NED Thomas Snee and HCA Bob Washington met with the Defense Health Agency (DHA) Director Lt. Gen. Douglas Robb to discuss issues of mutual concern in January 2014.
FRA co-sponsored the 17th Annual House Reserve Component Caucus Breakfast on Capitol Hill.
NP Virgil Courneya and FRA staff met with Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Micheal Barrett to discuss issues of
mutual concern.
NED Tom Snee and DLP John Davis provided a legislative update for the Secretary of the Navy Senior Enlisted
Symposium on May 20, 2014.
DLP John Davis and MOAA staff briefed the Coast Guard Retiree Council on current legislative issues associated
with retiree benefits. FRA also hosted a reception for the Council at the Navy Memorial attended by NED Snee.
DLP John Davis attended a media event sponsored by Speaker of the House John Boehner (Ohio) and Minority
Leader Nancy Pelosi (Calif.) highlighting Caring for Military Families, a joint effort of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation (EDF), and the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP).
FRA hosted the 15th Annual Coast Guard Caucus Breakfast meeting on June 25, 2014.
LEGISLATIVE OUTREACH
NED Tom Snee and DLP John Davis provide a legislative process brief for Navy CY 2014 Legislative Fellows on
November 22, 2013;
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DLP John Davis provides a legislative process brief to Marine Corps CY 2014 Legislative Fellows on November 25,
2013;
DLP John Davis provides a legislative process brief for Marine Corps Senior NCO Class at Marine Corps University, Quantico MCB on February 6, 2014;
DLP John Davis provides a legislative process brief for the Marine Corps Institute (MCI) on February 20, 2014;
DLP John Davis provides a legislative process brief for the Marine Corps NCO Class at Marine Corps University,
Quantico MCB in March and May, 2014;
NED Thomas Snee and DLP John Davis provide NAVSEA Senior Enlisted Training Symposium a legislative process brief on May 20, 2014;
NED Thomas Snee participates in panel discussion with Congressional E-Learning Caucus on post-traditional higher
education for veterans June 23, 2014;
NED Thomas Snee and DLP John Davis provided a legislative process brief for senior enlisted at NCIS at Quantico
MCB on August 17, 2014;
ADLP Stephen Tassin and DLP John Davis manned information table at Modern Day Marine Expo, September 2325, 2014.
LOBBYING DISCLOSURE
FRA is in full compliance with the Lobby Disclosure Law requiring registration of lobbyists, organizational lobbying
activities and expenditures. Each member of the Legislative Team is registered and files a report twice a year, and
reports for the Association are filed three times a year.
THE MILITARY COALITION
FRA continues as a leading organization in the 33-member Military Coalition (TMC) comprised of nationally prominent military and veteran’s groups. DLP John Davis was selected to serve as the enlisted Co-Chairman for the TMC.
The TMC Board of Directors is comprised of organization CEO’s and meets on the first Thursday in November prior to the regular monthly TMC meeting. Most TMC meetings are at FRA NHQ, but during building renovation (July,
August, and September), TMC meetings have been held at the Air Force Sergeant’s Association (AFSA) in Temple
Hills, MD. Other members of the FRA Legislative Team participate with TMC policy committees.
A copy of the proposed 2015 FRA Legislative Agenda follows this report. (Enclosure 1)
I thank the members of the Committee and the Legislative Team for their service and support.
Respectfully submitted in,
THOMAS J. SNEE
Chairman
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(Enclosure 1)
PROPOSED 2015 FRA LEGISLATIVE AGENDA
FRA will fight to preserve and enhance benefits and quality-of-life programs for active, Reserve, retired, and veterans of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard plus their families and survivors. FRA’s 2015 legislative agenda is
as follows:
EXPAND HEALTH CARE OPTIONS
Health Care Reform – Monitor health care reform and ensure that TRICARE and VA Health Care programs are not
adversely impacted by unanticipated consequences during implementation.
Oppose Excessive TRICARE Enrollment Fee Increases – The Defense Department must sufficiently investigate
and implement other options to make TRICARE more cost-efficient as alternatives to shifting costs to TRICARE
beneficiaries, and the Association opposes any indexing of future TRICARE Fee increases beyond CPI indexed to
COLA increases.
Support Adequate Funding for Defense Health Agency – Ensure adequate funding for the Defense Health Agency (DHA) in order to meet readiness needs, fully fund TRICARE, and improve access and awareness of benefits for
all beneficiaries regardless of age, status or location, including Reservists participating in TRICARE Reserve Select,
TRICARE Retired Reserve, and Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) personnel.
Make “Doc Fix” Permanent – Advocate for a permanent resolution of the statutory funding formula for Medicare/TRICARE physician reimbursement rates ( “Doc Fix” ) to ensure that TRICARE and Medicare patients have
access to quality health care services.
DOD/VA Health Care Resource Sharing – Ensure adequate funding for Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Veterans’ Affairs (VA) health care resource sharing in delivering seamless, cost effective, quality services to personnel wounded in combat and other veterans and their families.
Pharmaceutical Drug Benefit – Monitor the pharmacy benefit and ensure that pharmacies maintain a broad uniform formulary. FRA supports efforts to reduce prescription costs through “federal pricing” and other discount programs, and will encourage increased utilization of home delivery prescriptions to limit co-pays for beneficiaries and
reduce costs as alternatives to higher fees, and co-payments.
Allow Military Retirees to Pay for Healthcare with Pretax Dollars – Secure authorization for military retirees to
pay health insurance premiums on a pretax basis and allow for a tax deduction for TRICARE supplemental insurance
premiums.
PROTECT PERSONNEL PROGRAMS
Active Duty Pay – Secure annual active duty pay increases that are at least equal to the Employment Cost Index
(ECI).
Ensure Early Retirement Benefits for Involuntarily Separated Personnel – Early retirement and other benefits
must be authorized for service members involuntarily separated with less than 20 years of service – including the
temporary early retirement authority (TERA) program to minimize the impact of end strength reductions on career
personnel.
Defense Budget – Advocate for a Defense (DoD) Budget that is at least five (5) percent of the Gross Domestic
Product (GDP) to ensure adequate funding for both personnel and weapons programs.
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Military Resale System – Ensure adequate funding for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) and oppose privatization to preserve the value of the current benefit and access for all patrons, and oppose consolidation or closure
of military exchanges.
End Strengths – Track active duty and Reserve end strengths to ensure there are adequate personnel available to
meet operational requirements, and work to minimize expanding deployment periods and reduced dwell times.
BAH – Oppose cuts to Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) payments. Reform enlisted housing standards by allowing E-7s and above to reside in separate homes, track BAH to ensure it is commensurate with actual housing costs,
ensure adequate housing inventory and that housing privatization programs are beneficial to service members and
their families.
PCS Reform – Track the PCS process, ensure adequate funding of the Transition and Relocation Assistance Programs, and authorization of increased PCS mileage rates and higher household goods weight limits for senior enlisted personnel. Also advocate for shipment of a second POV for accompanied overseas assignments.
SCRA Enforcement / Predatory Lending Protections – Ensure that the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA)
is enforced by regulatory agencies, including the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Office of Military
Affairs and work to ensure that active duty personnel are protected from predatory lenders.
Coast Guard Parity – Ensure funding parity with DoD of pay, benefits and housing for Coast Guard personnel plus
adequate resources for same within the U.S. Coast Guard budget.
Impact Aid Program – Ensure that the Department of Education has adequate funding to reimburse local school
districts for educating military children and that the DoD budget includes sufficient supplemental funds to provide
support for highly impacted school districts.
Reservists Out-of-Pocket Expenses – Allow full tax-deductibility of non-reimbursable expenses related to military
training and weekend drill.
Sea Services Recruiters – Work to ensure that recruiters have unrestricted access to secondary schools, colleges and
universities on the same basis as private sector employers.
VETERANS’ ISSUES
Improve Department of Veterans’ Affairs Funding – Support initiatives to help ensure adequate funding for the
VA, with special attention for VA health care to ensure access and care for all beneficiaries.
Support Blue Water Navy Agent Orange Disability Claims – Seek to reverse the VA’s policy that prevents “blue
water” military retirees and veterans from claiming disability benefits for diseases associated with exposure to Agent
Orange during the Vietnam War.
Oppose Access Fees – Oppose establishing a tiered enrollment fee structure for veterans in Priority Groups 7 and 8
within the VA Health Care System.
Improve VA Claim Processing – Work to eliminate the backlog of claims at the Department of Veterans’ Affairs
and support reform of the antiquated Veterans’ Benefits Administration (VBA) paper claims system.
Expand VA Caregivers Act – Extend the VA Caregivers Act to full-time caregivers of catastrophically disabled
veterans from conflicts before September 11, 2001.
Education Enhancements – Monitor the Post 9/11 GI Bill program and work to improve other education benefit
programs for veterans, and survivors of disabled or deceased veterans, and preserve the military Tuition Assistance
(TA) program and oppose shifting significant part of the cost to active duty beneficiaries.
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Reserve Retirees Veterans’ Status – Seek full veteran status for Reservists with 20 years or more of service, who
do not otherwise qualify for full veterans’ benefits under current law.
SAFEGUARD RETIREE BENEFITS
Protect Military Retired or Retainer Pay – Fight efforts to reduce military retired or retainer pay and ensure equitable cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) for all military retirees commensurate with their service and sacrifices, and
oppose efforts to civilianize the military retirement system. And advocate for rounding up to the next dollar for retired pay and other benefits.
Concurrent Receipt – Support legislation authorizing the immediate payment of concurrent receipt of full military
retired pay and veterans’ disability compensation for all disabled retirees.
Reserve Retirement Age – Support extension of authority for early retirement (90 days active duty = three months
reduction) for all Reservists who have served since 9/11/01, and the elimination of fiscal year specific rule associated
with same.
USFSPA – Encourage the introduction and enactment of legislation to eliminate inequities in the Uniformed Services Former Spouses Protection Act (USFSPA).
Retention of Final Month’s Retired Pay – Support legislation authorizing the retention of the full final month’s
retired pay by the surviving spouse (or other designated survivor) for the month in which the member was alive for at
least 24 hours.
SBP/DIC Offset – Support legislation to repeal the SBP/DIC offset for surviving spouses of personnel who die of
service-connected causes.
Paid-up SBP at Age 67 – Work to change the minimum age for paid-up SBP from age 70 to age 67 which will allow those who joined the military at age 17, 18 or 19 and serve 20 years to only be required to pay SBP premiums
for 30 years.
Base Closures – Closely monitor the impact of base closures and realignments and support retention of military
treatment and other facilities at BRAC sites that are patronized by sizeable retiree and Reserve populations.
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ON MEMBERSHIP AND RETENTION
Shipmate National President Courneya and members of the FRA.
It is my privilege to render the report of the National Committee on Membership and Retention. The issues of membership recruiting and retention continue to be our top challenge. I have continued to communicate to FRA leadership, the national committee and members how we can best stabilize our membership through recruiting and retention programs, attending outreach events to promote awareness of the FRA and keeping current members who are
affiliated with branches engaged in active programs in their communities. Our Association will continue to move
forward with the assistance of all of the Shipmates who are members of the FRA.
During the 2013-14 membership year, I wrote numerous articles for the FRA Today Magazine on the topics of setting branch goals, recruiting, retention efforts, passing on leadership principles, FRA as a veterans organization and
how that relates to membership, working with the calls program, recruiting tools, establishing new branches, and
working together to grow the organization. I distributed four quarterly reports referencing membership statistics,
showing gains and losses in local branches and national membership. In addition, I scheduled and conducted six bimonthly conference calls with members of the National Committee on Membership and Retention to discuss issues
such as membership and retention, recruiting and retention awards, forming new branches, and life membership, just
to name a few. I attended several outreach events where I delivered the FRA message through presentations on the
benefits of membership. These events included USCG Enlisted Person of the Year, and the Commandant of USCG
National Retiree Council. We promoted the goal of enrolling 10,000 life members through several articles in the
magazine and listed the names of new life members. Overall we started with 7,280 and ended with 7,688 life members by end of the year, which is 408 new life members or a 5.6% increase. We mailed 131 information packets to
prospective members who inquired about membership through email, phone, prospective member cards, and member
referrals. We provided information to local branches for their use in contacting the prospective member. We partnered with Mercer Consumer to identify former FRA members who purchased insurance through Mercer programs.
We invited them to rejoin the FRA and twenty-five renewed their membership. We continue to use electronic messages to branch, regional, and national officers to disseminate information about branch reports and other significant
items of interest.
CURRENT MEMBERSHIP TRENDS
Challenging times equates to membership issues similar to other military associations. The median age of membership is 72. Although strongly communicated through magazine articles and other information disseminated to the
branches, too many of our members are still not being contacted by local branches to encourage renewal or to extend
a welcome to the FRA for new members. To start and continue with these notifications is a vital part of maintaining a
relationship with new or current members. Many organizations similar to FRA are competing for members and working hard to retain current ones. For FRA the membership on March 31, 2014 stood at 59,423 as compared to 64,239
on March 31, 2013. This is a decrease of 4,816 members. Members in good standing totaled 58,206 as of March 31,
2014.
There were 3,007 new and/or reinstated members recruited of which 1,521 were retirees, 826 active duty/ reserves,
and 660 veterans. There were 260 FRA members who attained 60 or more years of continuous service. A total of 632
shipmates participated in the Recruiting Awards Program and they recruited 1,749 new or reinstated members. They
received pins for recruiting one, two, three, ten, or fifty members. In addition, there were four members who participated in a special recruiting incentive award program. They recruited thirty-two or more new/reinstated members.
They were Shipmates Julian Wynn, Branch 046, Honolulu, HI/Northwest Region, Franklin C. Gates, Anthony Miller, and Kevin Martin. All three were members of Branch 293, Elizabeth City, NC/East Coast Region.
15.3% or 35 of the 228 branches gained or maintained their membership, which is referenced in the listing of the
branches who received the FRA 100% Award. This was a slight increase from the 2012-13 membership year from
14.3% or 34 branches. There were gains or no losses in all membership Groups I, II, IV and V. These branches were
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eligible to receive the Charles E. Lofgren award for 2013-14. Recruiting continues with an average of 252 new or
reinstated members joining the association each month. We are recruiting members but a combination of recruiting
and placing strong emphasis on retention would stabilize our membership.
Improving membership retention is essential to stabilizing our membership base. Non-payment of dues was the main
reason for members not renewing their membership. 7,095 members were lost last year due to deaths or non payment
of dues. Deaths were 1,719 and nonpayment of dues was 5,376. From the total number of members who did not pay
their dues, 1,838 were members-at-large and 3,538 were branch members. This is clearly an indication that more
branches should establish a program to contact their members about renewing their membership dues. As reported in
previous National Convention Reports, the National Headquarters (NHQ) Calls Program, focuses on members-atlarge and has a success rate of 15.0%. The Calls Program, electronic mail or other methods of communication, which
reinforces the importance of personal contact to strengthen the relationship between branch members and leadership,
are proven solutions available to branches.
Branches were encouraged to review their monthly reports and focus on the member listings for ready to renew, past
due, and termed. These lists include the names, addresses and phone numbers of members who should be contacted
about renewing their membership. In addition to the Calls Program, the branches had the option of sending a letter or
contacting the member by phone to discuss renewal. A suggested calls script is posted on the FRA website for branch
use. Retention and recruiting are an important part of stabilizing our association membership and I strongly encourage more branch leaders and regional presidents get involved in the process.
The Outreach Program is an effective way to expand awareness of the FRA to prospective members. We processed
and mailed 106 orders resulting in over 9,074 pieces of recruiting/promotional materials shipped to branches to use
for outreach events. Headquarters personnel and many branch members participated in various outreach activities
including Military Appreciation Day, Veteran’s and Memorial Day ceremonies and parades, Women’s Leadership
Symposium, Rolling Thunder, Veteran’s Barbeque Cookoff, which focused in promoting awareness of the FRA. In
addition, the Prospective Member Card was redesigned to enhance our missions, goals, and purpose to foster legislative advocacy and to disseminate more information about the FRA to include the use of social media and the electronic application. We continue to capture personal contact information on eligible members in order to enhance our
membership database and mail out membership packets.
MEMBERSHIP AND RETENTION COMMITTEE
Per FRA’s Constitution & Bylaws (C&BL), Article 8, Section 813, the Director of Membership Development is the
permanent Chairman of the National Committee on Membership & Retention. The duties and responsibilities include
various aspects of recordkeeping and consulting with the committee on membership programs including recruiting,
retention and outreach. There are eight appointed members, one from each region and three advisors. A member’s
term is three years and three members are replaced or reappointed by the incoming National President. The primary
duty of this committee is to advise ways and means of increasing FRA membership, improving membership retention
and publicizing the aims and purposes of the FRA among eligible potential members.
The Membership & Retention Committee met bi-monthly by conference call to discuss membership issues and initiatives. Shipmates National President (NP) Virgil Courneya and National Executive Director (NED) Tom Snee often
participated in the meetings. Participation on the conference calls by the committee members averaged about 50%
per call. The Committee members by regions were:
DMD Penny Collins, Branch 24, East Coast, Chairman
Michael H. Archer, Branch 59, Northwest (3 yrs)
Dalton Ruth, Branch 290, Southeast (3 yrs)
John A. Sullivan, Branch 020, Northeast/New England (2 yrs)
Darvin F. Dalrymple, Branch 070 Southwest (2 yrs)
PRPSC Jerry D. Pugh, Branch 371, South Central (2 yrs)
O. Frank Roberts, Branch 299, East Coast (1 yr)
PRPNC William R. Sallis, Branch 54, North Central, (1 yr)
William S. Matthews, Branch 197, West Coast (1 yr)
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PNP Joseph L. Maez, Branch 274, Southwest (Advisor)
Franklin C. Gates, Branch 293, East Coast (Advisor)
Robert Campbell, Branch 013, Northeast (Advisor)
The Membership & Retention Committee, the Staff at National Headquarters and FRA shipmates must work as a
team to strengthen membership recruiting efforts and improve retention levels. We must halt the downward trend and
stabilize our membership base. Analysis revealed out of those members who received renewal notices and paid their
dues, 64.7% were members-at-large and 60.8% were branch members. The overall average retention rate is 62.5% of
all members in the Association. To improve these stats, continue to recruit and work to improve our retention rate.
Set goals and use tools such as the Calls Program, sending letters to members and hosting membership drives within
your branches. The concept of recruit one (1) by each current FRA member is an excellent method to improve our
membership numbers.
ADDRESSING MEMBERSHIP CHALLENGES
Membership challenges were addressed frequently by headquarters senior staff during weekly meetings. In order to
sustain an even or a positive gain we must strive to stabilize our membership base. There should be an effort to increase membership to recruit a minimum of 300 new or reinstated members and retain at least 250 current members
each month, which would assist in balancing the number of deaths. We should promote the goal for branches to attain
a 3 percent net gain at the end of the membership year. In addition, it is imperative that FRA members participate in
outreach events and focus on the value of membership in order to be knowledgeable in discussions with prospective
members. The use of the redesigned prospective member card at outreach events, will be helpful in increasing our
membership database and to distribute membership packets to eligible members. We will continue to increase our life
membership and the goal remains to have 10,000 life members. These goals are achievable if all members of the association work together to recruit new members and retain current ones. We must improve recruiting trends but more
importantly, maintain contact with current members to encourage retention. Our retention rate should be at the 8085% level.
To assimilate new branch members, call or send out letters welcoming them into the branch and FRA. At least 20% or
45+ branches should be engaged in an interactive process with new members. Setting up a mentoring program with
new members is an excellent way to inform them of activities in the Association. When new members are contacted,
offer details about the branch organization, meeting dates, and programs. Encourage them to attend and be initiated as
a new member. Branches should be involved in more community outreach events that attract sea service veterans.
Participation in youth programs (NJROTC, Scouting, sports, etc.) and sponsorship as mentors is important to support
the future leaders of tomorrow. At outreach events, members should reference the history and benefits of the FRA
with prospective members. It is recommended not to hand an application to a prospective member without first getting
some first hand information about the person and outlining the benefits of membership. This should always be the
objective when recruiting, along with using the Recruiting and Administrative Manuals, referring to the website and
monthly issues of the FRA Today Magazine for detailed information about FRA’s current programs and legislation
that affect pay, benefits, healthcare, and quality of life initiatives. All of this is related to Association’s mission and
programs. NHQ offers promotional materials available for use at outreach events. Order these items in advance and
use them to promote awareness to prospective members. Continue to place a high focus on retention through direct
contact with members. Keeping members informed and engaged is essential to stabilizing our membership.
Using the newly designed prospective member cards is an excellent way of gathering data on eligible members.
These cards offer the opportunity to receive NewsBytes, My Personal Affairs or Communicate With Your Elected
Officials – underscoring legislative advocacy as the principal program of FRA. By collecting these cards during the
membership year we set up 168 records for prospective members. Seventy-three converted to membership.
It is important to note that recruiting and retaining our membership is the responsibility of all shipmates. Collectively, if all shipmates recruited members, assisted with retention, participated in outreach events, discussed legislative
issues with their elected officials and provided advocacy for the entire Association, we would be a strong and dynamic organization.
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MEMBERSHIP CARD AND RENEWAL PROCESSING
On January 1, 2013, the Member Services Team absorbed the tasks of processing renewal notices. Since assuming
these responsibilities through the present we mailed 48,128 renewal notices and 27,909 membership cards from the
NHQ office. This work was incorporated into existing work tasks without hiring additional staff personnel. It is estimated the savings to process the renewal notices and cards in-house was $60,000 since the transition to headquarters.
This is a team effort and reflects a strong commitment from the entire NHQ staff – and particularly the Member Services and Mailroom personnel.
MEMBERSHIP DUES
I drafted three resolutions for committee review on the subjects of dues increase, adjusting the Per Capita Tax (PCT)
distribution to branches from 50 to 40 percent, and revising the payment plan for life memberships. All three resolutions were approved by 2/3’s majority vote by members on the committee and submitted to FRA NHQ to be considered at the 87th National Convention. Historically, since 1958 to 2004 dues payments were reviewed in periodic increments on the average of every 5 years with a modest increase of $2.00 to $5.00, which was approved by the delegates. The last dues increase from $25 to $30 was approved in 2009 to assist with the association’s increased operating expenses. It is recommended based on historical information to consider increasing the dues to a modest increment of $5.00 to $35.00 per year effective January 1, 2015.
FRA RECRUITING MANUAL
The FRA Recruiting Manual is a resource of recommendations and strategies for recruiting as well as retaining
members. It is being reviewed and updated to reflect changes in the methods used to recruit new members and retain
current members as well as conduct outreach, and giving awareness of the association’s legislative advocacy programs. The recruiting manual updates continue to be a work in progress.
MEMBERSHIP AND RETENTION COMMITTEE ADDITIONAL REPORTS
This report contains two enclosures that are pertinent. It is requested you take the time to read these enclosures and
familiarize yourselves with the information contained therein.
The enclosures are:
1.
Fourth Quarter 2013 - 2014 Membership Report (Including Transfers from MAL, Branch
Voting Strength, and Assignment to Membership Groups) as of March 31, 2014.
2.
A listing, by branch, of members who passed away during the period April 1, 2013
through March 31, 2014.
COMPOSITION OF FRA MEMBERSHIP BY MEMBER TYPE
TYPE
NUMBER OF MEMBERS
PERCENTAGE OF MEMBERS
49396
7688
1158
1016
121
34
08
02
83.126%
12.938%
1.949%
1.710%
0.204%
0.057%
0.013%
0.003%
Regular Dues Paying
Life
50 Plus Years
85 w/40 Yrs Continuous Membership
Honorary
Disability
Medal of Honor
Ninety
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Total
59,423
100.00%
ACTIVE DUTY MEMBERS
YEAR END
USN
USMC
USCG
TOTALS
TOTAL
MEMBERSHI
P
PERCENTAGE
ACTIVE DUTY
2010
3,275
237
283
3,795
80,114
4.74
2011
2,865
220
294
3,379
74,216
4.55
2012
2,935
205
288
3,428
69,068
4.96
2013
2,729
208
265
3,202
64,239
3.47
2014
2,513
178
281
2,972
59,423
5.00
MEMBERSHIP AWARDS
2013-14 MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
FRA’s 2013-14 Membership Recruiting Award Program closed on March 31, 2014. The winners were selected from 632
Shipmates and Ladies who recruited members during the past recruiting year. They were selected at random. The winners
were:
1st Prize (5 Year Membership Extension)
Franklin P. Duncan, Branch 029 (Bremerton, WA)
2nd Prize ($85.50)
Daniel P. Galegher, Branch 103 (Yokosuka, Japan)
3rd Prize ($57.00)
Larry J. Nicodin, Branch 269 (Goose Creek, SC)
4th through 10th Prizes
1 Year Paid Membership Dues or Cash Equivalent, if Life Member
Anthony Mason, Branch 261 (Lemoore, CA)
Charles E. Garrison, Branch 046 (Honolulu, HI)
Richard L. Nelson, Branch 264 (Meridian, MS)
William R. Welch, Branch 290 (Mayport, FL)
James J. Johnson, Branch 371 (Baton Rouge, LA)
Louis F. Drawdy, Branch 105 (Owensboro, KY)
Paul N. Hanson, Branch 289 (Imperial Beach, CA)
GOLD LAPEL BUTTON AWARD
Any member of the Fleet Reserve Association or Auxiliary who recruits ten new or reinstated members shall be presented with a Gold Lapel Pin, a Gold Membership Card, and a Letter of Commendation signed by the National President.
The Gold Lapel Button Award was presented to the following members during the 2013-14 membership year:
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Name
Anthony B. Miller
Louis P. Irvin
John P. O’Neill
Kevin D. Martin
Branch/Unit
293
70
24
293
Name
Kellie A. Pennington
Gary F. Zambor
Edwin R. Guy
Michael S. Huffman
Branch/Unit
186
310
210
103
AWARDS FOR RECRUITING THIRTY-TWO MEMBERS
In 2005, an awards program was established to provide incentive to FRA members who worked hard to recruit thirtytwo (32) new or reinstated members. The awards offered to members who participated in this recruiting effort were a
paid life membership or $200 cash award. During the 2013-14 membership year, four members received these
awards. They were:
Name
Franklin Gates
Kevin Martin
Anthony Miller
Branch
293
293
293
Award
Name
$200 Cash
Julian Wynn
Life Membership
Life Membership & Cash Award
Branch
046
Award
Life Membership
SILVER ANCHOR SQUADRON AWARD
Any member of the Fleet Reserve Association or Auxiliary who recruits fifty new or reinstated members subsequent
to September 13, 1974 shall be presented with a Silver Anchor Squadron Award Pin, Silver Anchor Squadron Certificate and a Letter of Commendation signed by the National President.
The following members qualified for and were awarded the Silver Squadron Award during the 2013-14 membership
year.
AWARD NO.
527
528
529
530
DATE ISSUED
04/25/2013
04/15/2013
08/13/2013
02/03/2014
RECIPIENT
William R. Welch
Brian Adams
David H. Moser
Valerie Reed
BR
290
097
099
024
THE INDIVIDUAL AND BRANCH CHARLES E. LOFGREN AWARDS
The Charles E. Lofgren Awards for excellence in FRA membership recruiting is to perpetuate and honor the memory
of our late National Secretary, Charles E. Lofgren.
There are ten Charles E. Lofgren Awards, five for individual top recruiters and five for the top FRA branches in recruiting. They are awarded to individual recruiters and branches in each of the Association’s five membership
groups. The individuals will be awarded an engraved desk clock. The branch award will be a ship’s bell mounted on
a wooden base. The recipients are determined at the national convention each year. The 2013-14 awardees were:
Individual Awards (Top Recruiters):
Group I:
Group II:
Group III:
Group IV:
Group V:
Name
Julian Wynn
Franklin Gates
Edwin R. Guy
Kellie Pennington
Robert J. Campbell
Branch
Honolulu Branch 046
Elizabeth City Branch 293
Milton Branch 210
Hernando Branch 186
Atlantic City Branch 013
Branch Awards (Top Overall Branch Recruiting/Retention):
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No of Members Recruited
(49 Members)
(44 Members)
(10 Members)
(21 Members)
(20 Members)
Group I:
Group II:
Group III:
Group IV:
Group V:
Branch
Honolulu Branch 046
Elizabeth City Branch 299
None
Citrus Branch 186
Commodore Perry Branch 258
Location
Honolulu, HI
Elizabeth City, NC
None
Hernando, FL
Erie, PA
% Gain
(1.29% recruiting gain)
None
Our sincerest congratulations were extended to the hard working and deserving Charles E. Lofgren Award recipients.
Their individual and collective endeavors in membership promotion and retention are deeply appreciated.
THE ABRAHAM M. ROSENBERG MEMBERSHIP AWARD
From the branches winning the Charles E. Lofgren Award, one branch is selected for its achievements in outstanding
membership promotion. Shipmate Abraham M. Rosenberg served as National President in 1934-35. He was a member of Cleveland Branch 17 and is credited with establishing the Association’s financial stability in the late 1930’s.
Commodore Perry Branch 258, Erie, PA was selected as the Abraham M. Rosenberg Award recipient with an overall
recruiting gain of 31.43% gain. Congratulations to the leadership and members of Branch 258 for the exemplary
manner in promoting membership.
FRANK J. McPHERSON MEMORIAL AWARD
This award is competitively awarded by the National Convention Membership and Retention Committee to one
shipmate who exemplifies the three Cardinal Principles of the Fleet Reserve Association, especially in membership
endeavors. The shipmate selected must have expended extensive effort towards the overall growth of the Fleet Reserve Association. The selectee need not necessarily be a top recruiter, but an individual who has maintained a positive public attitude as it affects the membership and retention of members of the Association. Names of qualified
nominees for this award, accompanied by an affidavit supporting the nomination were submitted by branches, to the
respective Regional Chairman, Membership and Retention Committee by June 30, 2014. Regional Presidents forwarded their nominee, along with supporting documents, to the Chairman, National Committee on Membership and
Retention on or before October 8, 2014, which was 7 days prior to the convening of the national convention.
FRA 100% AWARD
At the 68th National Convention in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, this committee was tasked to initiate a new award for
excellence in membership retention. The FRA 100% Award is awarded to each branch who maintains the same
membership total or increases their branch membership by one or more members from 1 April through 31 March of
the following year. This total must indicate the branch has maintained or increased total members on board overcoming deaths and suspensions. In addition, those members transferred into the branch from the Membership-at-Large
rolls are not included in the retention figures and, in addition, members who merged into a branch from another
branch as result of a National Board of Directors action were not included in making this calculation. Only those
branches whose membership were the same or increased by one or more through normal recruiting and retention
efforts were recognized.
The results of this program by year were as follows:
2000-01 - 59 branches
2001-02 - 74 branches
2002-03 - 40 branches
2003-04 - 50 branches
2004-05 - 22 branches
2005-06 - 53 branches
2006-07 - 46 branches
2007-08 - 45 branches
2008-09 - 49 branches
2009-10 – 34 branches
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2010-11 – 43 branches
2011-12 – 31 branches
2012-13 – 34 branches
2013-14 – 35 branches
Of the 228 branches, 35 branches (15.3%) qualified for the Award for 2013-14. Those branches qualifying with percentage recruiting gain were as follows:
GROUP I
(1 of 09 Branches – 11.1%)
Honolulu Branch 046 – 1.29% - Northwest Region
GROUP II
( 1 of 17 Branches – 5.8%)
Elizabeth City Branch 293 – 16.15% - East Coast Region
GROUP III
None
GROUP IV
(6 of 61 Branches – 9.8%)
Citrus Branch 186 – 13.33% - Southeast Region
Old Navy Home Branch 307 – 8.79% - South Central Region
Mid-Hudson Branch 229 – 4.27% - Northeast/New England Region
Mt. Rainer Branch 104 – 1.47% - Northwest Region
Staten Island Branch 226 – 0.00% - Northeast/New England Region
Putnam County Branch 183 – 0.00% - Southeast Region
GROUP V
(27 of 123 Branches 22.0%)
Commodore Perry Branch 258 – 31.43% - Northeast/New England Region
Sierra Tahoe Branch 137 – 21.28% - West Coast Region
Modesto Branch 197 – 20.00% - West Coast Region
Livermore Branch 287 – 14.29% - West Coast Region
Heart of the Ozarks Branch 364 – 12.82% - North Central Region
Silverdale Branch 310 – 9.59% - Northwest Region
Iroquois Branch 214 – 9.26% - Northeast/New England Region
Colorado/Wyoming Branch 021 – 8.33% - West Coast Region
Walter Hatch Branch 292 – 6.85% - Southeast Region
Crossville Branch 294 – 6.25% - Southeast Region
Baguio Branch 154 – 5.88% - Northwest Region
Atlantic City Branch 013 – 5.08% - Northeast/New England Region
Southwest Florida Branch 118 – 3.85% - Southeast Region
Stockton California Branch 113 – 2.99% - West Coast Region
Dagupan City Branch 247 – 2.90% - Northwest Region
Portsmouth Branch 257 – 2.78% - East Coast Region
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Ozone Branch 222 – 2.33% - South Central Region
Piedmont Triad Branch 217 – 1.27% - East Coast Region
Fall River Branch 072 – 0.00% - Northeast/New England Region
Lewis Clark Valley Branch 063 – 0.00% - Northwest Region
Tar River Branch 204 – 0.00% - East Coast Region
Shreveport Bossier Branch 098 – 0.00% - South Central Region
Roseburg Branch 328 – 0.00% - Northwest Region
Tri State Mountaineers Branch 369 – 0.00% - East Coast Region
Morganton Branch 123 – 0.00% - East Coast Region
Cavite City Branch 036 – 0.00% - Northwest Region
Batangas Branch 111 – 0.00% - Northwest Region
NEW RECRUITING INCENTIVE AWARDS PROGRAM
On June 7, 2013, the National Committee on Membership & Retention announced a new awards program to provide
an incentive for branches to recruit former members of the FRA. The objective was to provide a $100 cash award to
one branch from each of the Groups I – V who were successful in recruiting the highest number of previous FRA
members. The winners of this new program were:
Groups
I
II
III
IV
V
Branch
Location
Region
Branch 024
Branch 097
Branch 094
Branch 234
Branch 247
Annapolis, MD
Whidbey Isl, WA
Corpus Christi, TX
Anderson, SC
Dagupan City, PI
East Coast
Northwest
South Central
Southeast
Northwest
Number of Rejoins
41
26
9
14
7
Congratulations to each branch for an outstanding effort to bring back previous members of the FRA. The checks for
$100 each will be distributed to the respective branch delegate or Regional President at the convention. This program will be offered during the 2014-15 membership year.
BRANCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
(April 1 2013 - March 31, 2014)
NEW BRANCHES CHARTERED
There were no requests received during this period to form new branches. To start a new branch, the requirement is
to have 20 new or current members. This is a viable way to increase membership.
BRANCHES THAT MERGED
Branch 303 – Sherman, TX (South Central Region) merged with Branch 011, Ft. Worth, TX, NBR 24-13, July 8,
2013
Branch 379 – St. Joseph, MO (North Central Region) merged with Branch 161, Kansas City, KS, NBR 40-13, October 15,
2013
Branch 009 – San Diego, CA (Southwest Region) merged with Branch 070, Poway, CA, NBR 06-14, October 20, 2013
BRANCHES SURRENDERING CHARTERS
Branch 374 – Salem, OR (Northwest Region) voluntarily surrendered charter, NBR 23-13, June 21, 2013
Branch 007 – Portsmouth, NH (Northeast/New England Region) voluntarily surrendered charter, NBR 32-13, September 13, 2013
Branch 253 – Pittsburgh, PA (Northeast/New England Region) voluntarily surrendered charter, NBR 12-14, January
2, 2014
BRANCHES SUSPENDED CHARTERS
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Branch 027 – Detroit, MI (North Central Region) suspended charter for failure to comply with Article 12, Sections
1214 and 1217(b), FRA C&BL, NBR 36-13, October 15, 2013
Branch 206 – Bowling Green, KY (North Central Region) suspended charter for failure to comply with Article 12,
Sections 1214 and 1217(b), FRA C&BL, NBR 37-13, October 15, 2013
Branch 300 – Ottumwa, IA (North Central Region) suspended charter for failure to comply with Article 12, Sections
Branch 348 – Ft. Wayne, IN (North Central Region) suspended charter for failure to comply with Article 12, Sections 1214 and 1217(b), FRA C&BL, NBR 39-13, October 15, 2013
Branch 043 – Long Beach, CA (Southwest Region) suspended charter for failure to comply with Article 12, Sections
BRANCHES REVOKED CHARTERS
Branch 306 – Utica, NY (Northeast/New England Region) revoked charter, NBR 16-13, April 26, 2013
BRANCHES THAT REORGANIZED AND CHANGED NAMES
(None)
GEOGRAPHICAL REGIONS
The FRA is comprised of eight geographical regions. As of March 31, 2014 there were 228 FRA branches throughout the regions. The number of branches in each region was as follows:
North Central:
Southeast:
East Coast:
Northwest:
41
43
31
30
West Coast:
South Central:
Northeast/New England:
Southwest:
20
19
26
18
FRA MEMBERSHIP RECRUITING PROGRAM
2014 - 2015
FRA kicked off its new 2014-15 Membership Awards Program on April 1, 2014. The Program is celebrating the 90th
Anniversary of FRA. This promotion will run from April 1, 2014 through March 31, 2015. Members can qualify for
the 90th Anniversary Recruiting pin by recruiting three new or reinstated members and receive one entry in the FRA
2014-15 recruiting prize drawing for each member recruited. Members should submit applications immediately
along with dues payment to: FRA, 125 N. West Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-2754. Members can recruit more than
one new or reinstated member and receive multiple pins and as well as entries for the prize drawing. If a member
recruits a total of 32 new or reinstated shipmates, they are eligible to receive a free lifetime membership or cash
equivalent. In addition to recruiting three new or reinstated members, a member can receive other award pins for
recruiting active duty and reserve members as well as recruiting 10 or 50 new/reinstated members.
The complete details of the recruiting kick-off campaign were outlined in the April 2014 issue of FRA Today.
Congratulations to all FRA and Unit members who had a favorable impact on recruiting or reinstated members as
well as engaging in retaining members in the Association during the 2014-2015 membership year.
Shipmate National President, this concludes my report and I move that it be received.
PENNY COLLINS
Chairman
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GROUP I
070
046
269
289
061
024
099
091
060
GROUP II
293
097
261
093
290
040
011
029
136
022
175
147
089
020
126
053
009
GROUP III
161
170
005
210
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
1
2
3
4
Branch
No
1
RANKING
BRANCH
LOCATION
VA, NORFOLK
FL, JACKSONVILLE
TOTAL:
VA, VIRGINIA BEACH
MD, ANNAPOLIS
CA, CHULA VISTA
CA, IMPERIAL BEACH
SC, GOOSE CREEK
HI, HONOLULU
CA, SAN DIEGO
IL, GREAT LAKES
FL, JACKSONVILLE
CT, GROTON
GA, ATLANTA
FL, SANFORD
SE
EC
NW
FL, MILTON
VA, NORFOLK
WA, EVERETT
TOTAL:
CA, ORANGE COUNTY
FL, PENSACOLA
MN, MINNEAPOLIS
WA, BREMERTON
TX, FORT WORTH
VA, CHESAPEAKE
FL, MAYPORT
MD, PATUXENT RIVER
CA, LEMOORE
WA, WHIDBEY ISLAND
(188 to 362 members)
NC
KS, KANSAS CITY
SW
NC
SE
NE/NENG
SE
SE
SW
SE
NC
NW
SC
EC
SE
EC
WC
NW
(363 to 762 members)
EC
NC, ELIZABETH CITY
EC
SE
EC
EC
SW
SW
SE
NW
(763 members or more)
SW
CA, POWAY
REGION
1
294
315
261
269
8,467
436
415
443
611
434
421
552
687
496
610
423
411
799
456
444
507
322
9,559
845
1,361
997
1,935
931
949
885
1,088
279
300
251
286
7,587
370
400
554
395
387
509
636
461
569
395
386
761
446
440
504
374
9,425
771
1,270
934
1,815
882
905
873
1,102
873
03/31/2014
03/31/2013
568
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
PART 1 SUMMARY OF MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING FOR
MEMBERSHIP YEAR 2013-2014 FOR QUARTER ENDING 03/31/2014
-5.10%
-4.76%
-3.83%
6.32%
-10.39%
-10.84%
-9.71%
-9.33%
-8.99%
-8.08%
-7.79%
-7.42%
-7.06%
-6.72%
-6.62%
-6.08%
-4.76%
-2.19%
-0.90%
-0.59%
16.15%
-1.40%
-8.76%
-6.69%
-6.32%
-6.20%
-5.26%
-4.64%
-1.36%
1.29%
53.70%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
2
2
21
4
1
4
1
1
3
1
4
2
1
30
2
2
12
2
5
3
1
2
MAL
TO BR
12
13
11
12
318
16
17
23
17
16
21
26
19
24
17
16
31
19
19
21
16
32
386
52
38
74
36
37
36
45
36
VOTING
STRENGTH
156
047
084
276
042
166
117
163
018
162
086
008
067
094
124
267
208
101
346
001
120
043
103
050
GROUP IV
186
307
229
104
226
183
059
268
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
5
Branch
No
181
RANKING
SC, CHARLESTON
NC
NW
SE
NE/NENG
NW
NE/NENG
SC
OK, OKLAHOMA CITY
WY, CHEYENNE
FL, INTERLACHEN
NY, STATEN ISLAND
WA, PUYALLUP
NY, NEWBURGH
MS, GULFPORT
TOTAL:
JAPAN, YOKOSUKA
CA, LONG BEACH
CA, OXNARD
PA, PHILADELPHIA
FL, PANAMA CITY BEACH
CA, SANTA CLARA
NC, JACKSONVILLE
MO, ST LOUIS
NJ, LAKEHURST
TX, CORPUS CHRISTI
MD, SUITLAND
CA, VALLEJO
TN, MILLINGTON
LA, NEW ORLEANS
WA, SEATTLE
AZ, PHOENIX
FL, ORLANDO
VA, VIRGINIA BEACH
RI, QUONSET POINT
NE, OMAHA
CA, SAN DIEGO
CA, EL CAJON
ME, BRUNSWICK
VA, ARLINGTON
BRANCH
LOCATION
(88 to 187 members)
SE
FL, HERNANDO
SE
NW
SW
SW
NE/NENG
SE
WC
EC
NC
NE/NENG
SC
EC
WC
SE
SC
NW
SW
SE
EC
NE/NENG
NC
SW
SW
NE/NENG
EC
REGION
2
105
121
89
111
136
117
91
135
8,231
358
294
242
274
224
227
319
287
220
222
399
304
335
207
353
260
320
277
343
254
327
248
279
104
120
89
111
138
122
99
153
7,485
277
235
211
240
197
200
282
254
196
199
359
275
305
189
323
238
293
254
317
235
305
232
262
199
03/31/2014
292
03/31/2013
308
211
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-0.95%
-0.83%
0.00%
0.00%
1.47%
4.27%
8.79%
13.33%
-9.06%
-22.63%
-20.07%
-12.81%
-12.41%
-12.05%
-11.89%
-11.60%
-11.50%
-10.91%
-10.36%
-10.03%
-9.54%
-8.96%
-8.70%
-8.50%
-8.46%
-8.44%
-8.30%
-7.58%
-7.48%
-6.73%
-6.45%
-6.09%
-5.69%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
-5.19%
4
1
1
6
26
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
9
2
3
MAL
TO BR
5
6
5
5
7
6
5
7
12
318
10
11
9
9
12
11
9
9
15
12
13
9
14
11
13
11
14
10
13
10
11
9
13
VOTING
STRENGTH
234
316
105
238
057
302
049
203
115
334
201
367
071
194
263
017
077
041
188
365
216
172
055
298
309
014
174
130
382
207
192
212
038
106
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
9
Branch
No
004
RANKING
NE/NENG
NW
EC
WC
EC
NW
NC
NW
NC
EC
NC
NW
EC
NC
NC
SE
EC
SW
NC
SE
SE
NE/NENG
NW
SC
SC
NE/NENG
SC
WC
SW
NE/NENG
NC
NC
NC
SE
EC
REGION
PA, HARRISBURG
WA, SPOKANE
MD, MEADE
NV, FALLON
VA, DALE CITY
ID, BOISE
IN, INDIANAPOLIS
WA, SEQUIM
WI, MILWAUKEE
DE, NEWARK
MI, GRAND RAPIDS
OR, PORTLAND
VA, YORKTOWN
IA, CEDAR RAPIDS
IN, EVANSVILLE
FL, TAMPA
VA, ROANOKE
AZ, GREEN VALLEY
OH, CLEVELAND
FL, COCOA
TN, KNOXVILLE
NY, RIVERHEAD
PI, SAN MIGUEL
TX, AUSTIN
AR, OSAGE
PA, LEHIGH VALLEY
TX, SAN ANTONIO
CO, DENVER
CA, CARSON
NJ, SOUTH JERSEY
WI, PLOVER
KY, OWENSBORO
MO, SPRINGFIELD
SC, ANDERSON
DC, WASHINGTON
BRANCH
LOCATION
3
186
126
112
118
111
99
128
116
194
105
135
167
173
113
100
103
109
147
111
148
112
112
170
95
137
160
123
168
106
164
120
108
163
168
114
102
108
102
91
118
107
181
98
126
156
162
106
94
97
103
139
105
140
106
106
161
90
130
152
117
160
101
157
115
104
157
174
03/31/2014
113
03/31/2013
115
180
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-9.68%
-9.52%
-8.93%
-8.47%
-8.11%
-8.08%
-7.81%
-7.76%
-6.70%
-6.67%
-6.67%
-6.59%
-6.36%
-6.19%
-6.00%
-5.83%
-5.50%
-5.44%
-5.41%
-5.41%
-5.36%
-5.36%
-5.29%
-5.26%
-5.11%
-5.00%
-4.88%
-4.76%
-4.72%
-4.27%
-4.17%
-3.70%
-3.68%
-3.33%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
-1.74%
1
1
1
8
2
3
1
2
1
2
MAL
TO BR
8
6
5
5
5
5
6
5
8
5
6
7
7
5
5
5
5
7
5
7
5
5
7
5
6
7
6
7
5
7
6
5
7
8
6
VOTING
STRENGTH
311
264
230
159
090
141
371
066
182
068
110
023
282
313
219
027
253
GROUP V
258
137
197
287
364
310
214
021
292
294
154
013
118
113
247
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
44
Branch
No
010
RANKING
NW
WC
SE
NE/NENG
NW
SE
SE
WC
NE/NENG
NW
NC
WC
WC
WC
BRANCH
LOCATION
PA, PITTSBURGH
MI, DETROIT
VA, RICHMOND
PI, DAGUPAN CITY
CA, STOCKTON
FL, CAPE CORAL
NJ, ATLANTIC CITY
PI, BAGUIO CITY
TN, CROSSVILLE
FL, LEEHIGH ACRES
CO, FORT COLLINS
NY, SCHENECTADY
WA, SILVERDALE
MO, HOUSTON
CA, LIVERMORE
CA, MODESTO
NV, MINDEN
TOTAL:
CA, CAMP PENDLETON
AR, LITTLE ROCK
NY, BUFFALO
TN, NASHVILLE
OR, GRANTS PASS
MD, BETHESDA
MA, S WEYMOUTH
LA, BATON ROUGE
NC, HAVELOCK
NV, CLARK COUNTY
TX, HOUSTON
CA, ROSEVILLE
MS, MERIDIAN
MS, GULFPORT
CA, SAN LEANDRO
(10 to 87 members)
NE/NENG
PA, ERIE
NE/NENG
NC
EC
SW
SC
NE/NENG
SE
NW
EC
NE/NENG
SC
EC
SW
SC
WC
SC
SC
WC
REGION
4
69
67
78
59
34
48
73
24
54
73
39
28
55
47
35
8,153
100
131
108
153
154
115
137
137
178
183
135
163
128
157
148
169
71
69
81
62
36
51
78
26
59
80
44
32
66
57
46
7,493
105
89
131
132
99
118
119
155
162
120
145
114
140
132
151
103
03/31/2014
182
03/31/2013
203
115
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
2.90%
2.99%
3.85%
5.08%
5.88%
6.25%
6.85%
8.33%
9.26%
9.59%
12.82%
14.29%
20.00%
21.28%
31.43%
-8.10%
-19.85%
-17.59%
-14.38%
-14.29%
-13.91%
-13.87%
-13.14%
-12.92%
-11.48%
-11.11%
-11.04%
-10.94%
-10.83%
-10.81%
-10.65%
-10.43%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
-10.34%
3
1
1
1
1
1
39
1
1
1
1
1
MAL
TO BR
4
4
4
3
2
3
4
2
3
4
3
2
4
3
3
355
5
6
6
5
6
6
7
7
6
7
6
7
6
7
5
8
VOTING
STRENGTH
222
217
072
063
204
098
328
369
123
036
111
260
249
034
291
187
215
202
327
221
083
185
092
256
206
145
127
273
319
254
324
245
028
146
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
16
Branch
No
257
RANKING
NE/NENG
NC
NW
NC
SE
NC
NC
NW
NC
NC
SE
SC
WC
NW
NC
NC
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
WC
SW
NW
NW
EC
EC
NW
SC
EC
NW
NE/NENG
EC
SC
EC
REGION
PA, JOHNSVILLE
OH, CINCINNATI
WA, BELLINGHAM
OH, AKRON
SC, MYRTLE BEACH
OH, MANSFIELD
ND, FARGO
PI, BICOL NABUA
NE, LINCOLN
KY, BOWLING GREEN
FL, FT LAUDERDALE
LA, NEW ORLEANS
UT, SALT LAKE CITY
PI, SAN NARCISO
IL, PEORIA
OH, DAYTON
SC, COLUMBIA
GA, SAVANNAH
TN, CHATTANOOGA
FL, NEW PORT RICHEY
FL, TALLAHASSEE
CA, FRESNO
AZ, GOLDEN VALLEY
PI, BATANGAS
PI, CAVITE CITY
NC, MORGANTON
MD, CUMBERLAND
OR, ROSEBURG
LA, SHREVEPORT
NC, ROCKY MOUNT
ID, LEWISTON
MA, FALL RIVER
NC, WINSTON-SALEM
LA, SLIDELL
VA, PORTSMOUTH
BRANCH
LOCATION
5
92
77
79
81
65
33
87
88
75
20
67
45
68
23
52
54
83
32
36
43
56
73
73
12
20
24
24
31
40
40
43
62
79
86
72
74
76
61
31
82
83
71
19
64
43
65
22
50
52
80
31
35
42
55
72
72
12
20
24
24
31
40
40
43
62
80
44
03/31/2014
37
03/31/2013
36
43
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-6.52%
-6.49%
-6.33%
-6.17%
-6.15%
-6.06%
-5.75%
-5.68%
-5.33%
-5.00%
-4.48%
-4.44%
-4.41%
-4.35%
-3.85%
-3.70%
-3.61%
-3.13%
-2.78%
-2.33%
-1.79%
-1.37%
-1.37%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
1.27%
2.33%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
2.78%
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
2
3
1
1
1
1
MAL
TO BR
4
4
4
4
3
2
4
4
4
4
3
4
2
3
3
4
2
2
3
3
4
4
1
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
4
3
2
VOTING
STRENGTH
244
251
288
275
109
062
283
032
026
296
280
112
241
171
344
073
376
177
363
119
358
223
006
025
179
044
051
178
272
250
087
285
227
031
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
51
Branch
No
132
RANKING
NE/NENG
SC
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
SE
SW
WC
SE
SE
SE
SE
EC
NC
NC
SC
NW
NC
NC
NW
NE/NENG
NW
NC
SE
NC
WC
SW
NC
NC
SW
SE
WC
NE/NENG
SC
WC
NE/NENG
REGION
MA, PEABODY
AR, SPRINGDALE
NY, SYRACUSE
PA, BEDFORD
FL, SARASOTA
CA, SAN LUIS OBISPO
CA, MONTEREY
FL, MIAMI
TN, COLUMBIA
FL, GAINESVILLE
FL, ST AUGUSTINE
MD, BALTIMORE
KY, BENTON
MI, OSCODA
LA, WEST MONROE
WA, LONGVIEW
KY, LOUISVILLE
WI, MADISON
GUAM, AGANA
ME, PORTLAND
PI, SOUTHERN LUZON
KS, WICHITA
AL, BIRMINGHAM
OK, TULSA
CA, AUBURN
CA, BAKERSFIELD
MO, SEDALIA
KY, ELSMERE
CA, SAN DIEGO
FL, CLEARWATER
CA, PLACERVILLE
PA, WILKES BARRE
AR, MT HOME
CO, GRAND JUNCTION
RI, PAWTUCKET
BRANCH
LOCATION
6
52
37
75
66
29
39
78
88
50
51
53
85
43
86
22
33
77
78
47
36
48
51
51
65
67
81
69
42
57
72
88
59
74
46
33
67
59
26
35
70
79
45
46
48
77
39
78
20
30
70
71
43
33
44
47
47
60
62
75
64
39
53
67
82
55
69
43
03/31/2014
43
03/31/2013
46
46
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-11.54%
-10.81%
-10.67%
-10.61%
-10.34%
-10.26%
-10.26%
-10.23%
-10.00%
-9.80%
-9.43%
-9.41%
-9.30%
-9.30%
-9.09%
-9.09%
-9.09%
-8.97%
-8.51%
-8.33%
-8.33%
-7.84%
-7.84%
-7.69%
-7.46%
-7.41%
-7.25%
-7.14%
-7.02%
-6.94%
-6.82%
-6.78%
-6.76%
-6.52%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
-6.52%
1
1
2
MAL
TO BR
3
2
4
3
2
2
4
4
3
3
3
4
3
4
2
2
4
4
3
2
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
3
3
4
4
3
4
3
3
VOTING
STRENGTH
012
160
102
274
259
074
064
284
295
054
184
342
085
361
278
339
242
377
335
300
015
338
037
386
246
281
048
301
348
315
299
374
379
007
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
100
101
102
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
110
111
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
86
Branch
No
248
RANKING
NE/NENG
NC
NW
EC
NC
NC
EC
WC
WC
NE/NENG
SE
EC
NE/NENG
SE
NC
SE
NC
NC
SE
SE
EC
SW
NW
SE
NC
SC
NC
NW
NW
EC
WC
SE
NC
NC
SE
REGION
NH, PORTSMOUTH
MO, ST JOSEPH
OR, SALEM
NC, WILMINGTON
MO, JOPLIN
IN, FT WAYNE
NC, GREENVILLE
CA, SAN FRANCISCO
CA, REDDING
MA, SPRINGFIELD
AL, DOTHAN
VA, PORTSMOUTH
NH, NASHUA
SC, WALHALLA
IA, OTTUMWA
FL, PORT ORANGE
IN, TERRE HAUTE
IA, DAVENPORT
GA, ALBANY
AL, HUNTSVILLE
NC, ASHEVILLE
CA, SAN GABRIEL VLY
AK, ANCHORAGE
GA, WARNER ROBINS
OK, MCALESTER
TX, SAN ANGELO
KY, LEXINGTON
PI, ILOILO CITY
PI, OLONGAPO CITY
NC, FAYETTEVILLE
NV, RENO
FL, ST PETERSBURG
OK, MUSKOGEE
IL, CHICAGO
GA, CAMDEN COUNTY
BRANCH
LOCATION
7
37
39
62
105
43
27
37
87
91
63
36
42
91
62
56
45
26
20
40
54
76
96
60
38
31
31
39
32
32
80
81
65
41
79
33
21
30
71
75
52
30
35
76
52
47
38
22
17
34
46
65
83
52
33
27
27
34
28
28
70
71
57
36
66
03/31/2014
81
03/31/2013
92
75
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-24.76%
-23.26%
-22.22%
-18.92%
-18.39%
-17.58%
-17.46%
-16.67%
-16.67%
-16.48%
-16.13%
-16.07%
-15.56%
-15.38%
-15.00%
-15.00%
-14.81%
-14.47%
-13.54%
-13.33%
-13.16%
-12.90%
-12.90%
-12.82%
-12.50%
-12.50%
-12.50%
-12.35%
-12.31%
-12.20%
-12.00%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
-11.96%
1
3
1
MAL
TO BR
4
2
2
4
4
3
2
2
4
3
3
2
2
2
3
4
4
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
4
4
3
2
4
4
VOTING
STRENGTH
232
123
1
MAL
000
303
122
121
Branch
No
306
RANKING
MEMBERS AT LARGE
TOTAL MEMBER AT LARGE
TOTAL BRANCHES
NJ, CAPE MAY
TOTAL:
BRANCH
LOCATION
TX, SHERMAN
NY, UTICA
GRAND TOTAL:
MAL
NE/NENG
SC
NE/NENG
REGION
8
58,206
20,155
22,015
63,088
20,155
6,061
38,051
22,015
6,663
41,073
27
03/31/2014
03/31/2013
29
22
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-7.74%
-8.45%
-8.45%
-9.03%
-7.36%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
160
10
44
160
MAL
TO BR
1,728
2
351
1,728
VOTING
STRENGTH
2,635
63,088
WC
8
5,679
GRAND TOTAL:
SW
7
8,704
22,015
SE
6
2,665
4,878
MEMBER AT LARGE
SC
5
41,073
22,015
NW
4
3,626
1
58,206
20,155
20,155
2,470
38,051
5,210
8,105
2,435
4,602
3,234
4,201
7,794
03/31/2014
03/31/2013
8,325
4,561
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
BRANCHES
MAL
NE/NENG
3
9
NC
2
REGION
EC
Branch
No
1
RANKING
RECAPITULATION (BY REGIONAL DISTRICT)
-7.74%
-8.45%
-7.36%
-8.45%
-6.26%
-8.26%
-6.88%
-8.63%
-5.66%
-10.81%
-7.89%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
-6.38%
160
160
6
15
37
14
29
23
9
MAL
TO BR
27
1,728
1,728
119
216
367
118
214
153
198
VOTING
STRENGTH
343
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
RANKING
214
013
229
226
072
057
115
071
156
146
132
288
042
344
020
106
124
087
285
066
031
001
023
338
246
253
007
306
232
Branch
No
258
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
REGION
PA, ERIE
NY, SCHENECTADY
NJ, ATLANTIC CITY
NY, NEWBURGH
NY, STATEN ISLAND
MA, FALL RIVER
NJ, SOUTH JERSEY
PA, LEHIGH VALLEY
NY, RIVERHEAD
ME, BRUNSWICK
PA, JOHNSVILLE
RI, PAWTUCKET
PA, WILKES BARRE
RI, QUONSET POINT
ME, PORTLAND
CT, GROTON
PA, HARRISBURG
NJ, LAKEHURST
PA, BEDFORD
NY, SYRACUSE
MA, S WEYMOUTH
MA, PEABODY
PA, PHILADELPHIA
NY, BUFFALO
NH, NASHUA
MA, SPRINGFIELD
PA, PITTSBURGH
NH, PORTSMOUTH
NY, UTICA
NJ, CAPE MAY
TOTAL:
BRANCH
LOCATION
1
3,626
3,234
27
59
62
122
111
62
157
152
106
199
86
43
55
235
33
554
168
199
59
67
162
46
197
99
76
52
03/31/2014
46
03/31/2013
35
54
59
117
111
62
164
160
112
211
92
46
59
254
36
611
186
222
66
75
183
52
224
115
91
63
100
37
29
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-10.81%
9.26%
5.08%
4.27%
0.00%
0.00%
-4.27%
-5.00%
-5.36%
-5.69%
-6.52%
-6.52%
-6.78%
-7.48%
-8.33%
-9.33%
-9.68%
-10.36%
-10.61%
-10.67%
-11.48%
-11.54%
-12.05%
-13.91%
-16.48%
-17.46%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
31.43%
23
10
1
2
4
3
1
1
1
MAL
TO BR
153
2
3
3
6
5
3
7
7
5
9
4
3
3
10
2
23
8
9
3
4
7
3
9
5
4
3
VOTING
STRENGTH
3
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
RANKING
257
217
204
369
123
004
093
005
181
041
040
024
099
172
309
166
207
060
212
006
067
141
208
259
182
361
037
219
301
299
Branch
No
293
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
EC
REGION
NC, ELIZABETH CITY
VA, PORTSMOUTH
NC, WINSTON-SALEM
NC, ROCKY MOUNT
MD, CUMBERLAND
NC, MORGANTON
DC, WASHINGTON
MD, PATUXENT RIVER
VA, NORFOLK
VA, ARLINGTON
VA, ROANOKE
VA, CHESAPEAKE
MD, ANNAPOLIS
VA, VIRGINIA BEACH
VA, YORKTOWN
DE, NEWARK
VA, VIRGINIA BEACH
VA, DALE CITY
VA, NORFOLK
MD, MEADE
MD, BALTIMORE
MD, SUITLAND
NC, HAVELOCK
NC, JACKSONVILLE
NC, FAYETTEVILLE
MD, BETHESDA
NC, ASHEVILLE
VA, PORTSMOUTH
VA, RICHMOND
NC, GREENVILLE
NC, WILMINGTON
TOTAL:
BRANCH
LOCATION
2
37
80
40
24
24
113
446
300
292
103
386
1,815
934
162
98
317
102
771
102
77
275
145
254
70
155
65
35
89
30
79
7,794
8,325
03/31/2014
374
03/31/2013
322
36
79
40
24
24
115
456
315
308
109
411
1,935
997
173
105
343
111
845
112
85
304
163
287
80
178
76
42
108
37
105
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-6.38%
2.78%
1.27%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
-1.74%
-2.19%
-4.76%
-5.19%
-5.50%
-6.08%
-6.20%
-6.32%
-6.36%
-6.67%
-7.58%
-8.11%
-8.76%
-8.93%
-9.41%
-9.54%
-11.04%
-11.50%
-12.50%
-12.92%
-14.47%
-16.67%
-17.59%
-18.92%
-24.76%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
16.15%
27
1
1
12
2
2
3
2
1
1
MAL
TO BR
2
343
2
4
3
2
2
6
19
13
13
5
16
74
38
7
5
14
5
32
5
4
12
7
11
4
7
4
2
5
2
4
VOTING
STRENGTH
16
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
RANKING
292
294
118
183
269
034
291
187
215
234
202
256
290
210
194
263
188
254
091
109
022
112
147
117
086
089
025
126
179
044
051
250
346
248
102
Branch
No
186
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
REGION
FL, HERNANDO
FL, LEEHIGH ACRES
TN, CROSSVILLE
FL, CAPE CORAL
FL, INTERLACHEN
SC, GOOSE CREEK
FL, TALLAHASSEE
FL, NEW PORT RICHEY
TN, CHATTANOOGA
GA, SAVANNAH
SC, ANDERSON
SC, COLUMBIA
FL, FT LAUDERDALE
FL, MAYPORT
FL, MILTON
TN, KNOXVILLE
FL, COCOA
FL, TAMPA
SC, MYRTLE BEACH
FL, JACKSONVILLE
FL, CLEARWATER
FL, PENSACOLA
AL, BIRMINGHAM
FL, SANFORD
FL, ORLANDO
TN, MILLINGTON
GA, ATLANTA
FL, ST AUGUSTINE
FL, JACKSONVILLE
FL, GAINESVILLE
TN, COLUMBIA
FL, MIAMI
FL, SARASOTA
GA, CAMDEN COUNTY
FL, ST PETERSBURG
BRANCH
LOCATION
3
78
51
81
89
873
55
42
35
31
174
80
64
761
279
106
140
97
61
1,270
67
636
47
387
254
189
395
48
400
46
45
79
26
200
81
57
03/31/2014
153
03/31/2013
135
73
48
78
89
885
56
43
36
32
180
83
67
799
294
112
148
103
65
1,361
72
687
51
421
277
207
434
53
443
51
50
88
29
227
92
65
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
6.85%
6.25%
3.85%
0.00%
-1.36%
-1.79%
-2.33%
-2.78%
-3.13%
-3.33%
-3.61%
-4.48%
-4.76%
-5.10%
-5.36%
-5.41%
-5.83%
-6.15%
-6.69%
-6.94%
-7.42%
-7.84%
-8.08%
-8.30%
-8.70%
-8.99%
-9.43%
-9.71%
-9.80%
-10.00%
-10.23%
-10.34%
-11.89%
-11.96%
-12.31%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
13.33%
9
1
1
4
1
2
2
1
3
1
4
3
1
1
MAL
TO BR
4
3
4
5
36
3
3
2
2
8
4
4
31
12
5
7
5
3
52
4
26
3
16
11
9
17
3
17
3
3
4
2
9
4
3
VOTING
STRENGTH
7
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
RANKING
110
278
339
335
015
386
050
Branch
No
184
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
SE
REGION
GA, WARNER ROBINS
TN, NASHVILLE
AL, HUNTSVILLE
GA, ALBANY
FL, PORT ORANGE
SC, WALHALLA
AL, DOTHAN
SC, CHARLESTON
TOTAL:
BRANCH
LOCATION
4
118
46
34
38
52
30
277
8,105
8,704
03/31/2014
33
03/31/2013
38
137
54
40
45
62
36
358
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-6.88%
-13.87%
-14.81%
-15.00%
-15.56%
-16.13%
-16.67%
-22.63%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
-13.16%
37
3
MAL
TO BR
367
6
3
2
3
3
2
12
VOTING
STRENGTH
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
RANKING
161
268
316
105
327
221
238
206
145
017
273
365
319
324
216
028
298
014
276
136
283
032
280
130
241
376
177
358
223
053
267
012
160
284
054
Branch
No
364
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
REGION
MO, HOUSTON
KS, KANSAS CITY
OK, OKLAHOMA CITY
MO, SPRINGFIELD
KY, OWENSBORO
OH, DAYTON
IL, PEORIA
WI, PLOVER
KY, BOWLING GREEN
NE, LINCOLN
OH, CLEVELAND
ND, FARGO
IN, EVANSVILLE
OH, MANSFIELD
OH, AKRON
IA, CEDAR RAPIDS
OH, CINCINNATI
MI, GRAND RAPIDS
WI, MILWAUKEE
NE, OMAHA
MN, MINNEAPOLIS
KY, ELSMERE
MO, SEDALIA
OK, TULSA
IN, INDIANAPOLIS
KS, WICHITA
WI, MADISON
KY, LOUISVILLE
MI, OSCODA
KY, BENTON
IL, GREAT LAKES
MO, ST LOUIS
IL, CHICAGO
OK, MUSKOGEE
KY, LEXINGTON
OK, MCALESTER
BRANCH
LOCATION
5
286
104
157
104
52
50
115
19
71
105
82
94
31
76
106
72
126
181
305
461
39
64
60
118
47
71
70
78
39
370
196
66
36
34
27
03/31/2014
44
03/31/2013
39
269
105
163
108
54
52
120
20
75
111
87
100
33
81
113
77
135
194
327
496
42
69
65
128
51
78
77
86
43
415
220
75
41
39
31
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
6.32%
-0.95%
-3.68%
-3.70%
-3.70%
-3.85%
-4.17%
-5.00%
-5.33%
-5.41%
-5.75%
-6.00%
-6.06%
-6.17%
-6.19%
-6.49%
-6.67%
-6.70%
-6.73%
-7.06%
-7.14%
-7.25%
-7.69%
-7.81%
-7.84%
-8.97%
-9.09%
-9.30%
-9.30%
-10.84%
-10.91%
-12.00%
-12.20%
-12.82%
-12.90%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
12.82%
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
MAL
TO BR
4
5
4
5
2
4
5
4
6
8
13
19
3
4
3
6
3
4
4
4
3
16
9
4
2
2
2
12
5
7
5
3
3
6
VOTING
STRENGTH
3
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
RANKING
377
300
027
348
315
379
Branch
No
242
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
REGION
IA, DAVENPORT
IN, TERRE HAUTE
IA, OTTUMWA
MI, DETROIT
IN, FT WAYNE
MO, JOPLIN
MO, ST JOSEPH
TOTAL:
BRANCH
LOCATION
6
4,561
4,201
22
47
105
21
33
03/31/2014
17
03/31/2013
20
26
56
131
27
43
39
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-7.89%
-15.38%
-16.07%
-19.85%
-22.22%
-23.26%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
-15.00%
9
1
MAL
TO BR
198
2
2
VOTING
STRENGTH
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
RANKING
222
098
092
203
334
201
011
251
162
119
094
311
264
227
159
371
295
282
303
Branch
No
307
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
SC
REGION
MS, GULFPORT
LA, SLIDELL
LA, SHREVEPORT
LA, NEW ORLEANS
TX, SAN ANTONIO
AR, OSAGE
TX, AUSTIN
TX, FORT WORTH
AR, MT HOME
LA, NEW ORLEANS
LA, WEST MONROE
TX, CORPUS CHRISTI
MS, GULFPORT
MS, MERIDIAN
AR, SPRINGDALE
TX, HOUSTON
LA, BATON ROUGE
TX, SAN ANGELO
AR, LITTLE ROCK
TX, SHERMAN
TOTAL:
BRANCH
LOCATION
7
44
40
43
117
130
90
395
69
323
20
359
103
151
33
140
120
27
132
2,435
2,665
03/31/2014
99
03/31/2013
91
43
40
45
123
137
95
423
74
353
22
399
115
169
37
157
135
31
154
22
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-8.63%
2.33%
0.00%
-4.44%
-4.88%
-5.11%
-5.26%
-6.62%
-6.76%
-8.50%
-9.09%
-10.03%
-10.43%
-10.65%
-10.81%
-10.83%
-11.11%
-12.90%
-14.29%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
8.79%
14
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
MAL
TO BR
6
118
3
3
3
6
6
5
17
4
14
2
15
5
7
2
7
6
2
6
VOTING
STRENGTH
5
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
RANKING
260
289
302
061
077
047
084
062
026
175
163
272
090
120
043
085
313
009
Branch
No
070
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
REGION
CA, POWAY
AZ, GOLDEN VALLEY
CA, IMPERIAL BEACH
CA, CARSON
CA, CHULA VISTA
AZ, GREEN VALLEY
CA, EL CAJON
CA, SAN DIEGO
CA, SAN DIEGO
CA, BAKERSFIELD
CA, ORANGE COUNTY
AZ, PHOENIX
CA, SAN LUIS OBISPO
NV, CLARK COUNTY
CA, OXNARD
CA, LONG BEACH
CA, SAN GABRIEL VLY
CA, CAMP PENDLETON
CA, SAN DIEGO
TOTAL:
BRANCH
LOCATION
8
72
905
101
882
139
262
232
53
75
509
293
35
114
240
211
83
131
5,210
5,679
03/31/2014
873
03/31/2013
568
73
949
106
931
147
279
248
57
81
552
320
39
128
274
242
96
153
436
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-8.26%
-1.37%
-4.64%
-4.72%
-5.26%
-5.44%
-6.09%
-6.45%
-7.02%
-7.41%
-7.79%
-8.44%
-10.26%
-10.94%
-12.41%
-12.81%
-13.54%
-14.38%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
53.70%
15
2
2
2
2
5
MAL
TO BR
2
216
4
6
4
37
5
36
7
11
10
3
4
21
13
2
6
11
VOTING
STRENGTH
36
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
RANKING
197
287
021
113
261
249
185
049
244
275
296
192
008
178
010
230
101
274
281
048
Branch
No
137
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
WC
REGION
NV, MINDEN
CA, MODESTO
CA, LIVERMORE
CO, FORT COLLINS
CA, STOCKTON
CA, LEMOORE
CA, FRESNO
UT, SALT LAKE CITY
CO, DENVER
CO, GRAND JUNCTION
CA, PLACERVILLE
CA, AUBURN
NV, FALLON
CA, VALLEJO
CA, MONTEREY
CA, SAN LEANDRO
CA, ROSEVILLE
CA, SANTA CLARA
NV, RENO
CA, REDDING
CA, SAN FRANCISCO
TOTAL:
BRANCH
LOCATION
9
66
32
26
69
440
72
65
160
43
82
62
108
305
70
182
132
282
71
75
71
2,470
2,635
03/31/2014
57
03/31/2013
47
55
28
24
67
444
73
68
168
46
88
67
118
335
78
203
148
319
81
91
87
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-6.26%
20.00%
14.29%
8.33%
2.99%
-0.90%
-1.37%
-4.41%
-4.76%
-6.52%
-6.82%
-7.46%
-8.47%
-8.96%
-10.26%
-10.34%
-10.81%
-11.60%
-12.35%
-17.58%
-18.39%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
21.28%
6
1
1
1
1
1
MAL
TO BR
1
119
4
2
2
4
19
4
4
7
3
4
3
5
13
4
8
6
12
4
4
4
VOTING
STRENGTH
3
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
RANKING
154
247
104
046
063
328
036
111
097
059
170
083
367
127
245
055
029
174
382
171
018
073
363
038
074
064
068
342
103
374
Branch
No
310
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
NW
REGION
WA, SILVERDALE
PI, BAGUIO CITY
PI, DAGUPAN CITY
WA, PUYALLUP
HI, HONOLULU
ID, LEWISTON
OR, ROSEBURG
PI, CAVITE CITY
PI, BATANGAS
WA, WHIDBEY ISLAND
WY, CHEYENNE
WA, EVERETT
PI, SAN NARCISO
PI, SAN MIGUEL
PI, BICOL NABUA
WA, BELLINGHAM
OR, PORTLAND
WA, BREMERTON
WA, SEQUIM
ID, BOISE
PI, SOUTHERN LUZON
WA, SEATTLE
GUAM, AGANA
WA, LONGVIEW
WA, SPOKANE
PI, OLONGAPO CITY
PI, ILOILO CITY
OR, GRANTS PASS
AK, ANCHORAGE
JAPAN, YOKOSUKA
OR, SALEM
TOTAL:
BRANCH
LOCATION
10
36
71
138
1,102
43
31
20
12
504
120
251
22
161
83
74
156
569
107
91
44
238
43
30
114
28
28
119
52
235
4,602
4,878
03/31/2014
80
03/31/2013
73
34
69
136
1,088
43
31
20
12
507
121
261
23
170
88
79
167
610
116
99
48
260
47
33
126
32
32
137
60
294
62
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-5.66%
5.88%
2.90%
1.47%
1.29%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
-0.59%
-0.83%
-3.83%
-4.35%
-5.29%
-5.68%
-6.33%
-6.59%
-6.72%
-7.76%
-8.08%
-8.33%
-8.46%
-8.51%
-9.09%
-9.52%
-12.50%
-12.50%
-13.14%
-13.33%
-20.07%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
9.59%
29
1
1
1
1
2
1
8
3
2
4
3
1
MAL
TO BR
1
214
2
4
7
45
3
2
2
1
21
6
11
2
7
4
4
7
24
5
5
3
11
3
2
6
2
2
6
3
10
VOTING
STRENGTH
4
1
RANKING
Branch
No
000
MAL
REGION
MEMBERS AT LARGE
TOTAL:
BRANCH
LOCATION
03/31/2014
20,155
20,155
03/31/2013
22,015
22,015
11
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-8.45%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
-8.45%
MAL
TO BR
VOTING
STRENGTH
RANKING
Branch
No
GRAND TOTAL:
REGION
BRANCH
LOCATION
12
58,206
03/31/2014
03/31/2013
63,088
MBRS IN GOOD STD
MBRS IN GOOD STD
-7.74%
% GAIN
OR LOSS
160
MAL
TO BR
1,728
VOTING
STRENGTH
EC
EC
EC
NE/NENG
WC
SW
WC
SC
NC
NE/NENG
NC
SE
NC
NW
NE/NENG
WC
SE
NE/NENG
EC
SE
SW
NC
NC
NW
NE/NENG
NC
SE
NW
EC
NW
EC
EC
NE/NENG
005
006
007
008
009
010
011
012
013
014
015
017
018
020
021
022
023
024
025
026
027
028
029
031
032
034
036
037
038
040
041
042
NE/NENG
REGION
004
Branch
No
001
1
RI, QUONSET POINT
VA, ROANOKE
VA, CHESAPEAKE
WA, SPOKANE
VA, PORTSMOUTH
PI, CAVITE CITY
FL, TALLAHASSEE
MO, SEDALIA
MA, PEABODY
WA, BREMERTON
OH, CINCINNATI
MI, DETROIT
CA, BAKERSFIELD
FL, ST AUGUSTINE
MD, ANNAPOLIS
NY, BUFFALO
FL, PENSACOLA
CO, FORT COLLINS
CT, GROTON
WA, SEATTLE
OH, CLEVELAND
SC, WALHALLA
WI, MILWAUKEE
NJ, ATLANTIC CITY
IL, CHICAGO
TX, FORT WORTH
CA, SAN LEANDRO
CA, SAN DIEGO
CA, VALLEJO
NH, PORTSMOUTH
MD, BALTIMORE
VA, NORFOLK
DC, WASHINGTON
PA, PHILADELPHIA
BRANCH
LOCATION
10
5
16
6
2
2
3
4
3
24
4
4
3
74
5
26
2
23
11
5
3
8
3
4
17
8
13
4
13
6
9
VOTING
STRENGTH
SW
SE
NW
SW
WC
WC
SE
SE
NC
NC
NW
NE/NENG
NW
EC
SW
SW
NW
NW
NE/NENG
EC
NW
SW
NE/NENG
NE/NENG
NW
NW
SW
NW
SW
SW
SE
NE/NENG
SE
SW
044
046
047
048
049
050
051
053
054
055
057
059
060
061
062
063
064
066
067
068
070
071
072
073
074
077
083
084
085
086
087
089
090
REGION
Branch
No
043
2
NV, CLARK COUNTY
GA, ATLANTA
PA, BEDFORD
TN, MILLINGTON
CA, SAN GABRIEL VLY
CA, SAN DIEGO
PI, SAN NARCISO
AZ, GREEN VALLEY
PI, OLONGAPO CITY
GUAM, AGANA
MA, FALL RIVER
NY, RIVERHEAD
CA, POWAY
OR, GRANTS PASS
MD, SUITLAND
MA, S WEYMOUTH
PI, ILOILO CITY
ID, LEWISTON
CA, SAN DIEGO
CA, CHULA VISTA
VA, NORFOLK
WY, CHEYENNE
NJ, SOUTH JERSEY
OR, PORTLAND
OK, MCALESTER
IL, GREAT LAKES
FL, MIAMI
SC, CHARLESTON
CO, DENVER
CA, SAN FRANCISCO
CA, EL CAJON
HI, HONOLULU
TN, COLUMBIA
CA, LONG BEACH
BRANCH
LOCATION
6
17
3
9
4
10
2
7
2
3
3
5
36
6
12
7
2
3
3
36
32
6
7
7
2
16
4
12
7
4
11
45
3
VOTING
STRENGTH
SE
SC
EC
SC
NW
SC
EC
WC
SE
NW
NW
NC
NE/NENG
SE
SE
NW
SE
WC
NE/NENG
SE
SE
SC
SW
EC
NE/NENG
SE
NW
NC
NE/NENG
NC
WC
EC
NC
NE/NENG
092
093
094
097
098
099
101
102
103
104
105
106
109
110
111
112
113
115
117
118
119
120
123
124
126
127
130
132
136
137
141
145
146
REGION
Branch
No
091
PA, JOHNSVILLE
NE, LINCOLN
NC, HAVELOCK
NV, MINDEN
3
MN, MINNEAPOLIS
RI, PAWTUCKET
IN, INDIANAPOLIS
PI, BICOL NABUA
FL, JACKSONVILLE
NJ, LAKEHURST
NC, MORGANTON
CA, OXNARD
LA, WEST MONROE
FL, CAPE CORAL
FL, ORLANDO
PA, LEHIGH VALLEY
CA, STOCKTON
AL, BIRMINGHAM
PI, BATANGAS
TN, NASHVILLE
FL, CLEARWATER
PA, HARRISBURG
KY, OWENSBORO
WA, PUYALLUP
JAPAN, YOKOSUKA
FL, ST PETERSBURG
CA, SANTA CLARA
VA, VIRGINIA BEACH
LA, SHREVEPORT
WA, WHIDBEY ISLAND
TX, CORPUS CHRISTI
MD, PATUXENT RIVER
LA, NEW ORLEANS
FL, JACKSONVILLE
BRANCH
LOCATION
4
4
7
3
19
3
6
4
17
9
2
11
2
4
11
7
4
3
1
6
4
8
5
7
10
3
12
38
3
21
15
19
3
52
VOTING
STRENGTH
SE
NW
NE/NENG
SC
NC
NC
SC
SW
EC
NW
NW
EC
NW
SW
NC
WC
SE
EC
EC
SE
SE
WC
SE
SE
SE
WC
SE
WC
SC
SE
SC
EC
NC
EC
154
156
159
160
161
162
163
166
170
171
172
174
175
177
178
179
181
182
183
184
185
186
187
188
192
194
197
201
202
203
204
206
207
REGION
Branch
No
147
VA, DALE CITY
4
KY, BOWLING GREEN
NC, ROCKY MOUNT
TX, SAN ANTONIO
SC, COLUMBIA
TX, AUSTIN
CA, MODESTO
TN, KNOXVILLE
NV, FALLON
FL, TAMPA
TN, CHATTANOOGA
FL, HERNANDO
UT, SALT LAKE CITY
GA, WARNER ROBINS
FL, INTERLACHEN
MD, BETHESDA
VA, ARLINGTON
FL, GAINESVILLE
CA, MONTEREY
KY, LOUISVILLE
CA, ORANGE COUNTY
WA, SEQUIM
VA, YORKTOWN
PI, SOUTHERN LUZON
WA, EVERETT
VA, VIRGINIA BEACH
AZ, PHOENIX
LA, NEW ORLEANS
KS, KANSAS CITY
OK, MUSKOGEE
TX, HOUSTON
ME, BRUNSWICK
PI, BAGUIO CITY
FL, SANFORD
BRANCH
LOCATION
5
3
6
4
5
4
5
5
5
2
7
4
2
5
7
13
3
4
4
21
5
7
3
11
14
13
14
12
2
7
9
2
16
VOTING
STRENGTH
EC
SE
EC
NE/NENG
SE
NC
EC
EC
NC
SC
NC
NE/NENG
SC
NE/NENG
WC
NE/NENG
SE
NC
NC
NC
WC
NW
NE/NENG
NW
SE
WC
SE
SC
NE/NENG
SE
SE
EC
NE/NENG
EC
210
212
214
215
216
217
219
221
222
223
226
227
229
230
232
234
238
241
242
244
245
246
247
248
249
250
251
253
254
256
257
258
259
REGION
Branch
No
208
5
NC, FAYETTEVILLE
PA, ERIE
VA, PORTSMOUTH
FL, FT LAUDERDALE
SC, MYRTLE BEACH
PA, PITTSBURGH
AR, MT HOME
FL, SARASOTA
CA, FRESNO
GA, CAMDEN COUNTY
PI, DAGUPAN CITY
MA, SPRINGFIELD
WA, BELLINGHAM
CO, GRAND JUNCTION
IA, DAVENPORT
KS, WICHITA
WI, PLOVER
SC, ANDERSON
NJ, CAPE MAY
CA, ROSEVILLE
NY, NEWBURGH
AR, SPRINGDALE
NY, STATEN ISLAND
KY, BENTON
LA, SLIDELL
IL, PEORIA
VA, RICHMOND
NC, WINSTON-SALEM
IA, CEDAR RAPIDS
GA, SAVANNAH
NY, SCHENECTADY
MD, MEADE
FL, MILTON
NC, JACKSONVILLE
BRANCH
LOCATION
4
3
2
4
3
4
2
4
4
4
3
4
3
2
3
6
8
2
6
6
2
5
3
3
3
5
4
5
2
3
5
12
11
VOTING
STRENGTH
SW
WC
SE
SC
NC
NC
SE
SW
NC
WC
WC
NC
SE
NC
WC
SC
NC
NC
NE/NENG
WC
NE/NENG
SW
SE
SE
SE
EC
SE
SC
WC
NC
EC
NC
EC
SW
261
263
264
267
268
269
272
273
274
275
276
278
280
281
282
283
284
285
287
288
289
290
291
292
293
294
295
296
298
299
300
301
302
REGION
Branch
No
260
CA, CARSON
6
NC, GREENVILLE
IA, OTTUMWA
NC, WILMINGTON
MI, GRAND RAPIDS
CA, AUBURN
TX, SAN ANGELO
TN, CROSSVILLE
NC, ELIZABETH CITY
FL, LEEHIGH ACRES
FL, NEW PORT RICHEY
FL, MAYPORT
CA, IMPERIAL BEACH
PA, WILKES BARRE
CA, LIVERMORE
NY, SYRACUSE
KY, LEXINGTON
KY, ELSMERE
AR, LITTLE ROCK
CA, REDDING
OK, TULSA
AL, HUNTSVILLE
NE, OMAHA
CA, PLACERVILLE
NV, RENO
ND, FARGO
CA, SAN LUIS OBISPO
SC, GOOSE CREEK
OK, OKLAHOMA CITY
MO, ST LOUIS
MS, MERIDIAN
FL, COCOA
CA, LEMOORE
AZ, GOLDEN VALLEY
BRANCH
LOCATION
5
2
4
6
3
2
3
16
4
3
31
37
3
2
4
2
3
6
4
3
3
13
4
4
4
2
36
5
9
7
7
19
4
VOTING
STRENGTH
NE/NENG
SC
EC
NW
SC
SW
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NW
SC
SE
NE/NENG
SE
NW
NE/NENG
SE
NC
NC
EC
NW
NC
NC
NW
EC
SC
NW
NC
NC
NC
NW
307
309
310
311
313
315
316
319
324
327
328
334
335
338
339
342
344
346
348
358
361
363
364
365
367
369
371
374
376
377
379
382
SC
REGION
306
Branch
No
303
ID, BOISE
MO, ST JOSEPH
7
IN, TERRE HAUTE
WI, MADISON
OR, SALEM
LA, BATON ROUGE
MD, CUMBERLAND
PI, SAN MIGUEL
IN, EVANSVILLE
MO, HOUSTON
WA, LONGVIEW
NC, ASHEVILLE
MI, OSCODA
IN, FT WAYNE
ME, PORTLAND
AK, ANCHORAGE
GA, ALBANY
NH, NASHUA
FL, PORT ORANGE
AR, OSAGE
OR, ROSEBURG
OH, DAYTON
OH, AKRON
OH, MANSFIELD
MO, SPRINGFIELD
MO, JOPLIN
CA, CAMP PENDLETON
MS, GULFPORT
WA, SILVERDALE
DE, NEWARK
MS, GULFPORT
NY, UTICA
TX, SHERMAN
BRANCH
LOCATION
5
2
4
6
2
7
5
3
2
4
4
9
2
3
2
4
3
6
2
3
4
2
7
2
6
5
4
5
5
VOTING
STRENGTH
Branch
No
386
8
BRANCH
LOCATION
AL, DOTHAN
GRAND TOTAL:
SE
REGION
1,728
2
VOTING
STRENGTH
M&R-11
IN MEMORIAM
BRANCH 1
GEORGE L. CARLIN
Leo S. Bailey
Albino Bocco
Walter G. Conover
Walker T. Jason
Robert C. Kalbfell
Alois G. Keller
Robert H. Klyce
Warren B. McCarty
Francis X. Mellon
Benjamin Rothman
James A. White.
(11)
BRANCH 4
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Robert L. Bastian
Ken L. Carlson, Jr.
Rupert E. Howell
George H. Jones
Danny C. Villanueva
(5)
BRANCH 5
NORFOLK
John J. Cummisk, Jr.
Robert E. Fillmore
William R. Perris
David L. Poland
John Roberts
Arthur S. Thompson
Henry Williams
Ashby L. Woodlief
(8)
BRANCH 6
BALTIMORE
John W. Dudderar
Vernon J. Savoy
Richard G. Smith
(3)
BRANCH 8
VALLEJO
Dean L. Baker
Dennis E. Barnett
Michael A. Bitanga
Bruce A. Buckingham
Charles E. Cachelin
Arthur C. Klefsky
Joseph Y. Love
Philip E. Maley
Raymond B. McManus
(14)
Gregorio G. Munlawin
Thomas M. Puckett
Tony Rasulis
Henry J. Russell
Millard W. Warner
BRANCH 10
(10)
OAKLAND/SAN LEANDRO
James F. Alexander
James M. Bolar
Roman Guiang
Martin C. Hoopes
James L. Hourigan
Robert M. Jordan
Frank Ludwig
Marvin L. May
John Paraschak
Clarence St. Andre
BRANCH 11
LONE STAR
Reid P. Bice
John T. Bober
George F. Collins
James B. Dawdy
John R. Glasgow
Onnie B. Graham
William H. Hedlund
J. L. Howell
Audra L. Hughes
Robert J. Marsh
Mary E. Robinson
Fred E. Stith
James K. Williams
(13)
BRANCH 12
CHICAGO
Ted Bochniarz
George A. Matson
Elias McDonald
William C. McLawhon
(4)
BRANCH 13
ATLANTIC CITY
Edwin C. Gregg
Henderson C. Hemphill
Norbert J. Niszczak
(3)
BRANCH 14
MILWAUKEE
(7)
D-1
James G. Anderson
Everett L. Butler
Robert R. Johnson
Robert N. Kuhn
Louis M. Nemec
John H. Stephens, Jr.
Robert E. Swayne
BRANCH 15
(2)
THE LELAND ALEXANDER
MEMORIAL GOLDEN
CORNER
James C. Brummitt
Robert V. Morgan
BRANCH 17
CLEVELAND
Charles H. Jones
Walter A. Mazan
David O’Connor
George J. Soltesz
(4)
BRANCH 18
SEATTLE
Richard F. Briggs
Eugene A. Bussiere
Elmer J. Felton
Edmond W. Fey
Stephen P. Fisher
Harold J. Hardy
Herman A. Hausle
Connie M. Miller
Robert D. Robertson
Peter T. Southas
(10)
BRANCH 20
GROTON
Luther E. Bess
Anthony J. Bono
Walter J. Bydairk
George M. Mills
Nicholas Pohronezny
Leonard Rogers
Cecil L. Schwenkner
Joseph F. Stoklosa
(8)
BRANCH 22
PENSACOLA
Robert A. Baum
(36)
Victor Benedetto
Robert E. Blackmon
Patrick J. Blanos
Harvey A. Brooks
Raymond C. Brykczynski
Walter C. Capps
Randall O. Comeau
Guy C. Eubank, Jr.
David Fowler
William E. Hall
Alfred L. Halpin, II
Robert Lamy
Lee H. LaTour
William R. Lindsey
Raymond A. Mason
Robert P. Moore, Jr.
Glenn E. Mott
Vincent T. Murray
Terry L. Noble
Oscar J. Olson
Tommie J. Owen
Wayne L. Patrick
John E. Reed
Benjamin A. Reyes
Richard Robb
Ralph L. Robbins
Benard J. Rubel
Richard L. Sanback
Arlen D. Schall
Constancio T. Simpelo
William H. Small
Victor S. Strickland
Robert M. Taylor
John M. Tracy
Paul D. Tuck
BRANCH 23
BUFFALO
Richard K. Hadley
Charles R. Jenkins
Walter Kwiatkowski
Albert S. Lo buglio
Joseph P. Miklos, Jr.
Frank F. Sandor
BRANCH 24
ANNAPOLIS
James P. Allen
Robert Baeder
James R. Baker
Kenneth V. Carter
Ray F. Carter, Jr.
John P. Christian
Donald A. Cruse
William E. Dasinger
Thomas J. Duignan
Martin R. Fisher
Herbert L. Fishpaw
Henry E. Fulkoski
Peter J. Gerczak, Jr.
Chester Hancock
Henry R. Harpe
Richard Heckhaus
William C. Heidel
Edward R. Huyer
Robert J. Jenkins
Theodore F. Johnson
Robert M. Lester
Morris A. Loveless
Lewis H. Magruder, Jr.
Dale Miley
Sammy L. Netherland
James F. Parsons
Edward W. Sansom
Peter R. Saxton
Clarence H. Scruggs
Eugene R. Seeley
Richard T. Severson
Edwin A. Shuman, II
Frederick D. Singer
Joseph Sparagna
Michael Wagner
Fredrick J. Wasem
Walter J. Zarnowski
BREMERTON
Donald L. Atchley
Ralph S. Bailey
John D. Buell
Charles R. Collins
Merle H. Crain
Vernon E. Downs
Carson Funderburk
Bruce Hallett
Claud P. Jernigan
Larry L. Nelson
John W. O’Brien
Leo A. Proteau
Norman C. West
BRANCH 25
ST. AUGUSTINE
Woody D. Rosborough
James Yarber
(2)
BRANCH 26
GOLDEN EMPIRE
James R. Hicks
Carleton K. Savell
Alexander P. Ustick
(3)
BRANCH 27
DETROIT
Herbert D. Bennett
Andrew G. Lengjel
Stanley J. Maciag
Irwin M. Shear
Martin L. Sosnowski
Henry J. Steffes
(6)
BRANCH 31
NORTH SHORE
John E. Anderson
Albert F. Koenig, Jr.
(2)
BRANCH 32
SHOW ME
William V. Richards
(1)
BRANCH 34
TALLAHASSEE
Dozier J. Balloon, Jr.
Kermit Daywalt
(2)
BRANCH 37
PORTSMOUTH, VA
Willard P. Arentzen
James Dennard
Frank L. Gale
Malcolm T. Halford
Vern L. Holman
(5)
BRANCH 38
INLAND-EMPIRE
Walter K. Backer
Kenneth H. Halstrom
Ronald D. Jacobsen
James W. King, Jr.
Edward Leonard
Lawrence D. Stevenson
William C. Van kirk
(7)
BRANCH 40
CHESAPEAKE
Adam W. Benning
(7)
(6)
(37)
BRANCH 29
(13)
D-2
Jon B. Corriveau
Talbert R. Dotson
Ralph E. McDaniel
William H. Mynes
William T. Ratcliffe
Albert H. Retzloff
BRANCH 41
ROANOKE VALLEY
James K. Blankenship, Jr.
Billy C. Burnette
Roy T. Carter
Lionel W. Palmer
Robert Owen
Harry F. Ravenscraft
(4)
BRANCH 42
(4)
QUONSET/DAVISVILLE
Bruce J. Bailen
Herbert Barnes
Anthony L. Jandron
William C. Pavey
BRANCH 43
LONG BEACH
Wilbur C. Appleman
Paul A. Burrier
Carl W. Coe
Albert Davis
Tommy Delgado
Jerry L. Faust
Glenn M. Fuller
Leland J. McGee
Emiliano Molina
Albert E. Nash
Frank Pontello
Everett S. Richwein
James B. Taylor
Roy A. Teal
C. H. West, Jr.
James P. Wheeley
(16)
BRANCH 44
TENNESSEE VALLEY
James R. Hartsfield
(1)
BRANCH 46
PEARL HARBORHONOLULU
David G. Burnett
Peter J. Duquin
Clyde M. Fulkerson
Clifford Glenn
Gary L. Kitt
Donna J. Miller
(8)
BRANCH 47
JAMES HUNTER
Ralph K. Buckingham
Norman C. Comer
Thomas E. Funk
Charles W. Hale
Robert F. Housh
Curtis R. Jose
Clarence C. Justice
Franklin L. Tims
Frank L. Wilson
(9)
BRANCH 48
SAN FRANCISCO
Lindell C. Clymer
James V. Grealish
George D. Kelsch
Lionel G. Porter
Raymond J. Ross
Chester J. Shroyer
Albert J. Wait
John E. Wallin
(8)
BRANCH 49
MILE-HIGH
Charles M. Adams
Lewie Bickford
William S. Boden
(3)
BRANCH 50
L. MENDEL RIVERS
Chester F. Broton
Edward P. Burke
Frank A. Damon
Ralph A. Dixon
Richard A. Fowlow
William W. Grafton
Donald G. Kinne, Jr.
Michael E. McDonald
John W. Robertson
Charles Rutherford
Lawrence A. Sakre
BRANCH 51
FLAMINGO
Joseph F. Carroll
Francis P. Owens
BRANCH 53
GREAT LAKES
James D. Barlow
D-3
(11)
(2)
(19)
Howard A. Bruder
Michael J. Curry
Gilbert H. Dixon
James F. Fraunfelder
Leslie L. Gamber
Thomas F. Gilmore
William I. Griffin
Joseph R. Hammersmith
Arnie D. Hice
Alfred C. Jemlich
Robert J. Martin
Doug M. Martin
Elmer R. Oberlander
Milton O. Reed
Joseph E. Settle
Peter D. Tomassini
Charles C. Wandersee
Willard R. Winkley
BRANCH 54
INDIAN NATIONS
Billy M. Graham
Ronnie L. Sillmon, Sr.
(2)
BRANCH 55
CITY OF ROSES
Robert R. Ewald
Alvin W. Grahn
Loren E. Jones
John V. O’Donnell
Arthur A. Phelps
Marvin C. Riley
Raymond E. Rozales
Charles H. Sherwood
Paul N. Spivey
Milton E. Stephenson
Leslie R. Tinkler
James H. Waggoner
Jimmy C. Walters
(13)
BRANCH 57
SOUTH JERSEY
Gerald C. Peters
Darwin L. Steelman
(2)
BRANCH 59
CHEYENNE
Robert Gladstone
Lewis Hansen
James W. Ray
BRANCH 60
OCEAN VIEW
Eugene R. Battles
(3)
(24)
Eugene Brewer
Donald M. Cowen
William H. Freeman
Thomas L. Fuller
Dean M. Griffeth
Hugh F. Jenkins
Everette D. Lamb
Joseph M. Lipchinsky
Wilbur Margerum
Thomas J. McCabe
Clovis K. McDonald
James P. McMahon
Thomas Mischen
Charles M. Opalenik
John H. Rogers
John R. Salmon
Herman Shore
Luther Smith, Jr.
Stanley B. Snyder
Tony L. Stimac
Arthur J. Wagner
Robert E. White
Charles T. Zito
BRANCH 61
CHULA VISTA
Allen E. Anderson
Rick M. Duran
John W. Gauld
John D. Gorman
William B. Grimes
Townsend I. King
Michael M. Malone
Morris Montgomery
William M. Needham
Carlos E. Price
Thomas L. Rhamy
James N. Rice
Kenneth G. Rowe
Karl D. Royer
Jack D. Walquist
Al H. Overton
Ken Roy
George E. Thompson
Francis T. Wall
BRANCH 67
CAPITAL CITY
Frederick R. Benson
Kermit J. Clawson
Arthur Cresce
Johnny C. Flores
Joseph R. Giordano
Kenneth V. Goodale
Mercer A. Grant
Martin V. Kersey
Anthony Mitchell
Frederick T. Wilson
(10)
BRANCH 68
CAVEMAN
Jack B. Mann
Glen C. Nelson
Frederick K. Russell
Duane R. Wheeler
(4)
BRANCH 70
POWAY VALLEY
Clinton G. Blanchard
William V. Boyd
Earl L. Buckley
Paul C. Byrd
James R. Callaway
F. M. Carr
Roy B. Chappell
Donald H. Cheverette
Forest E. Davis
John C. Dussault
Roger M. Exon
Robert J. Fahrney
Devere J. Fehr
Willard N. Fellows
Alonzo E. Ferris
James R. Gilchrist
Sidney F. Green
Paul S. Hicks, Sr.
William H. Holland
Vernon E. Hook
William F. Hooper
Richard J. Hora
(46)
(15)
BRANCH 62
SAN DIEGO
Aaron Granderson
(1)
BRANCH 66
SOUTH SHORE
Francis A. Carlos
Arthur Christofferson
Charles J. Diggins
Malcom A Hill
James T. Loflin, Jr.
(9)
Verne R. Hubka
Billie G. Isham
Robert L. Johnson
D-4
Winston G. Jones
Gerald E. Judd
Raymond P. Junker
Arthur A. Kowalski
William E. Landay, Jr.
Dominick J. Mancini
Charles E. Marin
Carroll B. Markland
William F. O’Brien
Eddy R. Ostrom
Martin M. Otero
Ben G. Owen, Jr.
James L. Peyton
Donald T. Pierce
Harrison C. Pless
Bert L. Price
Fil Sanchez
Tommy L. Stark
Elmer R. Statham
Fred Walmsley
Jesse W. Wells
BRANCH 71
LONG ISLAND
Arthur H. Levy
Robert E. McNally
Joseph J. Tomasulo
(3)
BRANCH 72
FALL RIVER
William Fonseca
Leander R. Sherman
(2)
BRANCH 73
LATTE STONE
Anderson Dudley
Thomas S. Rivera
Samuel J. Wood
(3)
BRANCH 74
OLONGAPO CITY
Candido C. Lacuesta
Conrado Venzon
(2)
BRANCH 77
GREEN VALLEY
Howard E. Adamson
Dino N. Areostatico
Claudio R. Martinez
George W. Winget
BRANCH 84
SAN DIEGO
Gregorio Alipio
(4)
(11)
Portirio P. Angelito
Rosalino Beltran
Asuncion Bermio
Rodrigo T. Cacha
Melchor S. Cristobal
Julio De Guzman
Marcelo Rafanan
Cecil N. Solis
Dallas Steward
Cresencio P. Villaluz
Carl R. Smith
John L. Tucker
Richard A. Weidinger
BRANCH 85
(8)
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY
Peter A. Adamopoulos
James C. Bradbury
Bernardo F. Cava
John A. Dodd
A. E. Langley
Eugene R. Leydecker
Fran Paul
John C. West
BRANCH 91
(32)
FIRST COAST
James T. Abrams
Charles H. Alcanter
Randolph V. Avery
Donald E. Bell
Cecil V. Caneer
Salvat R. Delvecchio
Raymond B. Dunavant, Jr.
John J. Garrahy
Johnny M. Gentry
Howard C. Gibson
Donald Hibdon
Virgis Hughes
Michael J. Koscinski
Robert G. Kulbe
Noah L. Lewis
Clifford C. Lord
Martin Luchter
James R. McEvers
Anthony Militello
Donald D. Myers
Herman L. Oliver
Nestor I. Papel
Frank H. Parker
Raymond W. Patterson
Felix P. Radleigh
Lavonne E. Rose
Harvey H. Smith
Robert K. Stearns
Ashley J. Thomas
Mario P. Urbano
Glenn Wiersma
Arthur J. Wilson
BRANCH 90
FABULOUS VEGAS
Merrill L. Elkins
John E. Harney, Jr.
John S. Russell
Raymond O. Sites
BRANCH 86
MILLINGTON
Frank Bordo, Jr.
Harrison Dilly
William D. Gatliff
Philip S. Hakeem
Harry H. Hudgins
Philip E. Hutson
(5)
BRANCH 87
BEDFORD SPRINGS
Edward L. Poole
Carleton T. Tate
Stanley A. Welton
(3)
BRANCH 89
ATLANTA
Hicks H. Ashmore
George J. Bond
Charles R. Caldwell
Ronald L. Crow
Forrest W. Crowder
Michael Dover
Andrew H. Griffith
Earl C. Grimm
Calvin C. Lee
Charlie L. Long
Gifford S. McAfee
Marvin D. McGiboney
Anthony G. Petrogallo
Ira H. Rehmel
(17)
BRANCH 92
NEW ORLEANS
Anthony A. Giaquinto
Edgar A. Reed
BRANCH 93
TOM VALLEE
Anthony J. Burns
D-5
Albert W. McMullan
Rusty Medford
Gay M. Neven
(4)
(2)
(4)
BRANCH 94
CORPUS CHRISTI
Jose Alvarez, Jr.
Richard A. Anderson
Oel Duty
Joe H. George
Irby A. Gibbs
Clare W. Leftwich, Sr.
John K. Lowe, Jr.
Gordon E. Macdonald
Francis P. Owens, Jr.
Emmett E. Stobbs
Julius M. Trevino
(11)
BRANCH 97
WHIDBEY ISLAND
Robert E. Babbitt
David H. Backerman
John T. Bryan
Max E. Cozine
Miles E. Durkee
Richard S. Fuller
John F. Hoffelt
Glenn H. Lane
Milton H. Littke
Robert A. Moore
Norman E. Morton
Donald W. Stroub
James R. Vannice
George C. Wasilewski
(14)
BRANCH 98
(1)
SHREVEPORT/BOSSIER
Ervin T. Rost
BRANCH 99
KEMPSVILLE
Edward R. Akens
Lloyd W. Bashaw
Myrl L. Couch
Edward L. Davis
Michael T. Eberhardt
David L. Haynes
William D. Karr
Edward E. Kiger
Jerry O. Lynch
Charles H. Nelson, Jr.
George F. Pearman
John Sobolosky
(13)
J. C. Stone
Emmett D. Miller
BRANCH 101
(14)
SANTA CLARA VALLEY
Jovencio S. Belen
Claud R. Chastain
Edward W. Erwin
Joseph Fierro
Harry R. Gilbert
Charles P. Jeffery
Lester H. Klein
Cecil S. Malmin
Richard A. Morieko
John T. Nawrocki
Romulo C. Noriel
Wyatt C. Sawyer
Edwin V. Schalbert
Monte C. Umphress
BRANCH 110
MIDDLE TENNESSEE
James M. Bowen
Robert J. Dentici, Sr.
John D. Gannaway
Harriett L. Howard
Leo V. Lachowicz
John C. Mason
Charles K. Salmon, Jr.
Raymond R. Vinson
(8)
BRANCH 112
BIRMINGHAM
Jesse J. Carroll, Jr.
Arnold C. Roberts
(2)
BRANCH 113
STOCKTON, CALIF.
Ronald X. Pallen
Dana C. Willard
(2)
BRANCH 115
BLACK DIAMOND
Edward K. Dexter
Nicholas Direnzo
R. E. Druckenmiller
Richard N. Hagenbuch
Clifford Ryerson
Joseph B Styk
Constantine Tarasuk
Leland P. Trought
(8)
BRANCH 104
MT. RAINIER
Thomas J. O’Donnell, Jr.
Raymond A. Shriver
Kit C. Weaver
(3)
BRANCH 105
TRI-STATE
Leslie C. Carothers
Robert L. Hyde
(2)
BRANCH 106
HARRISBURG
Anthony Alexander
William J. Belford
Warren A. Britton
Robert Bullock
Richard D. Conklin
David L. Erickson
Lloyd Gilbert
George Hinda
Ronald J. Langland
Joe D. Moore
Robert Morris
Richard L.Moyer
Victor J. Stasney
James R. Way
Paul L. Wilson
(15)
BRANCH 109
FUN N SUN
William G. Donberger
BRANCH 117
(9)
THE DELBERT D. BLACK
George G. Ayers
Robert Z. Bagdigian
Donald S. Clements
Donald W. Ellis
Charles W. Hinson
Frederick O. Lane, III
Homer A. Marshall
Lawrence T. Sheehy
Gerrit C. Verburg
(2)
BRANCH 118
(2)
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Raymond Harris
Walter D. Marquart
BRANCH 120
(11)
VENTURA COUNTY
Carl H. Burkert
D-6
Uley D. Dowell
Alejandro Fontillas
Walter W. Hagen
Richard Hiser
Joseph P. Monti
Vito M. Portanova
Joseph F. Rasch
Dent A. Trail
John J. Vargo
Preston G. Wilson
BRANCH 124
LAKEHURST
Billy J. Boyd
Joseph H. Convery
Nason A. Elliott
Philip I. Goldberg
Hendrick V. Gorick
William P. Koll
Marvin Kubler
Alexander Lemesevski
Leroy Mahaffey
John G. Mauel
Hugh McLaughlin
James M. Mueller
Joseph Nicastro
Elmer R. Nichols, Jr.
Benedict J. Salesi
Nicholas R. Scutti
Malcolm L. Walters
Robert T. Wiorek
John N. Yedinak
(19)
BRANCH 126
(21)
WEST JACKSONVILLE
George H. Bailey
Charles J. Boehm
Robert N. Boyd
John L. Carney, Jr.
William H. Clinton
William E. Diggs
Charles C. Falls, Jr.
James T. Ferguson
Francis F. Fox
Frederick R. Gardner
Ralph A. Gries
Frank Hrapsky
Richard E. Johnson
Omer E. Kelly
Ronald L. Kingry
Michael R. O’Brien
Carl E. Owens
Cesar V. Rivera
Dewey A. Stemen
Glenn T. Taylor
Herman R. Wilks
LINCOLN
Roger W. Geiken
BRANCH 127
BICOL REGION
Felipe A. Dinero
Basilio S. Federis
Melecio Oida
Amador Oida
Matias Velasco
(5)
BRANCH 130
USS INDIANAPOLIS
MEMORIAL
Daniel M. Wininger
(1)
BRANCH 132
(1)
BLACKSTONE VALLEY
Thaddeus S. Jutkiewicz
BRANCH 136
(21)
VIKING
John M. Bleckner
Donald H. Bode
Alfred W. Braun
Joseph M. Byrne
K. L. Christopherson
Joseph P. Drake
James K. Fink
Lewis T. Gilliard
David F. Kain
John R. Kaselnak
Reynold D. Law
Neil I. Lofstrand
Charles H. McLaughlin, Sr.
Elmer F. Miska
Etny C. Nequette
Daniel C. Opperman
W. R. Rasmussen, Jr.
Sylvester Skaleski
Paul V. Storm
Raymond A. Stumpf
Arthur M. Vikla
BRANCH 141
(4)
HAVELOCK-CHERRY POINT
Roy H. Bixler
Willie R. Buck
Johnnie D. Burtscher
Richard L. Ketelaar, II
BRANCH 145
(1)
BRANCH 146
JOHNSVILLE/WILLOW
GROVE
Donald F. Bradley
Donald E. Rothrock
Lawerence G. Shea
Howard L. Simmons, Jr.
William F. Weaver
BRANCH 147
B. DUKE WOODY
Fred H. Baisch
George G. Bennett
Gerald P. Bohm
Albert M. Campbell
Kermit F. Clay
Earl P. Dubeau
George K Funk
James H. Heyer
Steve Hosford
Gerald A. Jahr
Dan A. Johnson
Jerome E. Kerp
Robert W. King
Donald E. Parker
Junior C. Sturm
William A. Turner
Gerald T. Vevier
James K. Wiltrout
BRANCH 156
PINETREE
David G. Child
Rev. Paul R. Haulk, Sr.
Lawrence E. Lawnsby
Richard A. Nolon, Sr.
George C. Wilson
BRANCH 159
SPACE CITY
Richard L. Bean
Roland S. Darnell
Chester N. Freeman
Albert L. Gauvin
Harold C. Kristof
Gerald J. Lowery
James H. Manin
Louis B. Parks
James W. Redd
John E. Ries
D-7
(5)
(18)
(5)
BRANCH 161
MO-KAN
Carl R. Ditsch
Emily J. Donnini
John N. Draskovich
Joseph G. Shalinsky
Richard C. Stoll
Johnnie J. Stroud
Dean Werner
BRANCH 162
NOLA
David Brown
Lewis L. Cornett
Robert W. Feist
Richard E. Garner
Fernand J. Isabelle, Sr.
Joseph Lewis, Jr.
Odell G. Love, Sr.
Cecil J. Murphy, Jr.
William Reddick
Robert L. Saddler
Roy F. Steffey
Merrill G. Swenson
James E. Waller
Alan F. Wilson
William Wood, III
(7)
(15)
BRANCH 163
(10)
VALLEY OF THE SUN
Robert L. Allen, Jr.
Donald W. Burwell
James E. Cotter
Donald L. Egenberger
James Macier
Lloyd E. Martin
Frank M. Murphy
David F. Odey
Ralph W. Smith
Glenn H. Treat
(10)
BRANCH 166
VIRGINIA BEACH
Clarence Allemand, Jr.
Fred E. Crawford
Gunnar Gudjonsson
Fred M. Gurney
Thomas D. Kennon
Terry C. Kretz
Fred W. Littlejohn
Miguel R. Nunez
John A. Seaman, Jr.
(10)
Clifton L. Willis
BRANCH 170
EVERETT
Nelson W. Brearley
James L. Drake
William D. Forhan
R. L. Huntoon
James K. Ingalls
William E. Mallory
John A. McDowell
Napoleon G. Osorio
James M. Rowell, Jr.
John V. Wilson
(10)
BRANCH 171
SOUTHERN LUZON
G. De Los Reyes
Rodolfo Y. Encina
Felipe Olivarez
(3)
BRANCH 172
PENINSULA
W. J. Alford
Michael J. Antczak
William T. Boothe
Joseph E. Maddox
(4)
BRANCH 174
DUNGENESS
John J. Jamroga
David G. Swinford
(2)
BRANCH 175
ORANGE COUNTY
Frank A. Barton
Fred L. Bauer
Arthur G. Beale
John A. Becker
Helen L. Campbell
Marvin E. Chance
C. J. Devine
Edward E. Doboy
Kenneth Drake
Billy H. Farmer
William R. Hampton
Temple S. Herron
Robert L. Jones
Wayne E. Jones
Murry Katzen
William H. Kennann
Fremont B. Laws
Charles G. Liebelt
Alexander J. Nowak
Thomas O. Person
Ervin W. Rose
Anthony N. Sala
Vito J. Soranno
Scott F. Steele
William E. Stuart
George S. Thomson
Gerald F. Toomey
John E. Toon
James R. Tracy
Lino V. Urrea
Virgil M. Wood
BRANCH 177
DERBY
Eugene H. Cassell
William R. Dake
James N. Wine
(3)
BRANCH 178
(5)
MONTEREY PENINSULA
Edgar C. Kloth
Arthur Murray
Audrey Perkins
Joseph E. Pickerill
Leon Prager
BRANCH 179
GAINESVILLE
Elza L. Helton
Owen W. Sykes
Joseph C. Weeks, Jr.
(3)
BRANCH 181
NAVY DEPARTMENT
Edgar W. Collins
John Seman, Jr.
Willis W. Waymire
Blaine Williams
(4)
BRANCH 182
TRIANGLE
Wilton J. Benoit
Robert M. Brown
Osvaldo D. Espada
Bernard Gasbarre
Alvin A. Hess
John R. Nelson
Kelly Pedersen
Wilho I. Tommila
Robert M. Whittington
(9)
(31)
BRANCH 183
PUTNAM COUNTY
Floyd M. Foran
Jack R. VanLandingham
(2)
BRANCH 184
MIDDLE GEORGIA
Mark G. Groby, Jr.
(1)
BRANCH 185
OGDEN
Ralph H. Mutch
Richard A. Scheese, Sr.
(2)
BRANCH 186
CITRUS FLORIDA
Mary E. Hoffman
Harold F. Knudsen
Jerry Pease
Richard G. Seddon
(4)
BRANCH 187
(1)
CHATTANOOGA CHOO
CHOO
Wilbert E. Hudson
BRANCH 188
GASPARILLA
Tommy H. Cain
Donnie D. Creighton
Leonard A. Fisher
John E. Tait
(4)
BRANCH 192
SILVER DOLLAR
James N. Kelsey
Alphonse Pierre
John D. White
(3)
BRANCH 194
EAST TENNESSEE
Raymond E. Boshears
Carroll R. Brumit
Johnnie L. Byrd
Homer W. Dixon
A. D. Easter
Franklin D. Holdren
Simmie T. King
Billy R. Monroe
Charley T. Odom
Robert H. Sharp, Jr.
BRANCH 201
D-8
(10)
(1)
CAPITAL AREA
Billy J. Williams
BRANCH 202
COLUMBIA
Joseph T. Brown
Daniel M. Garrison
(2)
BRANCH 203
ALAMO CITY
Melford J. Dalin
Edward Zimmerman
(2)
BRANCH 204
TAR RIVER
Macon Barham
Julian F. Leonard
(2)
BRANCH 206
CAVELAND
B. C. Wimpee
(1)
BRANCH 207
POTOMAC REGION
Alvin J. Spinner
(1)
BRANCH 208
CAMP LEJEUNE
David W. Aikens
Oachel Asbury
Horace A. Bertrand, Jr.
Paul G. Campbell
William J. Carter
Thomas C. Cooper
Arthur E. Donaldson
Robert R. Foran
Andrew P. Gradus
Raymond C. Kargol
Bruce A. Morris
Harold A. Russo
Glenn J. White
(13)
Peter F. Fornal
BRANCH 216
HAWKEYE
Robert D. Balvin
George A. Dedic
John R. Pearson
(3)
BRANCH 217
PIEDMONT TRIAD
Donald E. Broadway
M. Glenn Klutz
Louis D. Stiles
(3)
BRANCH 219
JOHN CHAPELL
Peter M. Dunsmore
James G. Fugett
John F. Gaskill
James C. Moler
Grover C. Newell, Jr.
James F. Ramsey
Russell E. Thompson
(7)
BRANCH 221
PEORIA
David O. Fredrick
Louis G. Lariviere
(2)
BRANCH 223
(2)
WESTERN KENTUCKY
Robert F. Davis
Thomas E. Troup
BRANCH 210
(7)
BOB “HE-COON” SIKES
Nathan E. Davis
Walter D. Harville
Paul J. Jackson
Arthur J. Knisbell
James E. McCuiston
Fred W. Price
George W. Reynolds
BRANCH 212
MEADE
Daryl S. Burington
Victor Halme
Bernard McNaughton
Charles E. Weaver
(4)
BRANCH 226
STATEN ISLAND
Eugene L. Burdick
James Gallagher
Joseph W. Hosmer
Jeff O’Connor
Russell L. Owen
Otis G. Pike
Alfred Twardosz
Robert J. Welkner
(8)
BRANCH 229
MID-HUDSON
Joseph Centamore
(2)
D-9
BRANCH 230
SUNRISE
Edward E. Bowers
Verne W. Hanrahan
Vernon R. Hlubek
Wesley J. Holden
Donald K. Johnson
Christie Pierone
Ronald J. Reycraft
Carlton S. Sears
Chester E. Slade
(9)
BRANCH 232
JERSEY CAPE
George C. Paylor
(1)
BRANCH 234
FOOTHILLS
Coy Adams
Albert S. Boggs
Leland R. Casey
James T. Edwards
Arthur R. Hill
Daniel J. Hogan
Marion M. Hudson
Charles Kuykendall
Franklin E. Mitchell
Roy W. Smith
(10)
BRANCH 238
CENTRAL WISCONSIN
Robert H. Hoppe
(1)
BRANCH 241
AIR CAPITAL
Robert Kristek, Jr.
William E. McCurdy
(2)
BRANCH 242
QUAD CITIES
Max Ganzer
John C. Hernstrom
(2)
BRANCH 244
COLORADO WEST
Glen D. Greager
(1)
BRANCH 245
BELLINGHAM
John S. Evans
(5)
Vernon E. Puckett
Art Stelting
Donald E. Travis
Eugene Zollner
Charles E. McNamee
David E. Morton
BRANCH 246
PIONEER VALLEY
Patsy M. Augeri
Richard A. Colby
Carl A. Formagioni
Anthony Karetnuk
Thomas W. McDermott
Teofil F. Mozgala
(6)
BRANCH 247
DAGUPAN CITY
Portugal G. Alimbuyao
Miguel Basobas
(2)
BRANCH 248
KINGS BAY
William T. Cotter
(1)
BRANCH 251
MOUNTAIN HOME
Robert S. Johnson
Roy H. Moody
(2)
BRANCH 254
GRAND STRANG
Lamar H. Bragg
John W. Stevens
(2)
BRANCH 256
FT. LAUDERDALE
Edward A. McKinney
Harold A. Plienis
James W. Roese
Avon Shipman
(4)
BRANCH 257
PORTSMOUTH
Henry Phillips
(1)
BRANCH 259
CAPE FEAR REGION
Ausie J. Hinson
(1)
BRANCH 260
MOHAVE COUNTY
James L. Leighton
(3)
BRANCH 261
LEMOORE
Feliciano Ahumada
David G. Lowas
Robert Phillips
Richard A. Smith
Paul W. Swaim
Ralph O. Taylor
Beryl E. Yates
(7)
BRANCH 263
CAPE CANAVERAL
Robert Bret
Frank A. Cona
Charles E. Dole
Ralph R. Littler
Virgil E. Marksbury
(5)
BRANCH 264
(5)
MERIDIAN
George H. Beard
Don Brown
Leslie L. Lauderdale
Norman W. Samuelson, Jr.
Walter Warren, Jr.
BRANCH 267
GREATER ST. LOUIS
John M. Adams
Herbert M. Allen
Glenn E. Biehl
Edward A. Carley
Maurice E. Disselhorst
Grover C. Egmon
Edward J. Friederich
Eugene O. Fulton
Louis Geller
Alfred W. Lord
Mabel A. R. Otten
Albert H. Rudolph
George F. Thiel
(13)
BRANCH 268
USS OKLAHOMA
Jimmy L. Cassity
(1)
BRANCH 269
LOW COUNTRY
William Buxton
(21)
D-10
Neal Clark
Lewis H. Coggins, Jr.
Jackie B. Dayton
Dean F. Dupont
Charles E. Everman
Leo F. Faucette
Lloyd Jones
Raymond E. Kiley
Carter L. Kirk
Clarence Lammers
Clifford M. Laney
Benjamin McDonald, Jr.
Fenton C. Miller, Jr.
Jeffrey L. Parrish
Paul A. Pearson
Jeffrey J. Peternel
Ripon D. Reynolds
Stuart W. Roane, Jr.
John J. Robinson
Elbert H. Worthy
BRANCH 272
CENTRAL COAST
Kenneth C. Anderson
Robert R. Smith
(2)
BRANCH 273
ROUGH RIDER
Harold A. Dancer
Norris Holman
(2)
BRANCH 274
HIGH SIERRA
Robert Gibson
Carl S. Jolly, Sr.
A. G. Kirchner
Charles W. Sohrt
(4)
BRANCH 275
HANGTOWN
Harold D. King
Mercedes Kotelnicki
Daniel L. May
Jack Noble
(4)
BRANCH 276
(13)
OMAHA-COUNCIL BLUFFS
Charles E. Dwyer
Bobbie L. Fike
Gene Jorgensen
James Joyner
William P. Kortum
Joseph G. LaPadula
Feliciano Moreno
William H. Rector
Dennis S. Reinke
Charles J. Smith
Larry T. Spurgeon
Harley R. Taylor
William C. Weissinger
BRANCH 278
USS ENTERPRISE
J. T. Cabaniss
Dewey V. Cowart
Frank F. Seay
BRANCH 288
ANTHRACITE
Teofil Zalinski
(3)
BRANCH 280
(1)
USS TULSA MEMORIAL
George K. Wiley
BRANCH 281
LAKE SHASTA
Neil D. Gillespie
Royal D. Lee
Robert J. Rains
Wayne E. Stamper
Darrell L. Stock
Wendell E. Tornquist
(6)
BRANCH 282
ARKANSAS
Marvin A. Flory
Dennis R. Hemphill
Jerry L. Hobson
Raymond L. Hull
William F. Patterson
William J. Waymack
(6)
BRANCH 283
(1)
NORTHERN KENTUCKY
Clay T. Clifford
BRANCH 284
BLUEGRASS
John E. Bland
(1)
BRANCH 285
CENTRAL NEW YORK
George A. Allen
Anthony C. Chillemi
Richard P. Cornall
Ernest F. Lombardo
Frederick Partridge
William Pylypciw
(6)
(1)
BRANCH 289
(21)
IMPERIAL BEACH
James P. Bailey
Thomas R. Basham
Robert L. Blanchette
Rev. Michael J. Bonner
Frank L. Feeser
Rodrigo J. Gaabucayan
Oscar E. Green
Robert F. Hinkle
John F. Hurley
Timothy J. Loftus
Harold M. Manoogian
Edmund F. McCambridge
Willie L. Mccleney
Herman J. Mrsny
Harris A. Quesnell, Sr.
Richard D. Randall, Sr.
Charles A. Rinesmith
Robert P. Thien
Jim C. Walker
Arthur H. Wilcox
Rawleigh W. Wilkerson
BRANCH 290
MAYPORT
Edward W. D’Angelo
William L. Fohey
Malcolm E. Futrelle
Thomas L. Gary
Paul R. Hilbun
Robert K. Jones
James M. Krafft
Robert L. Richardson
George R. Troller
Coy L. Westberry
(10)
BRANCH 291
SUNCOAST
William F. Mason
(1)
BRANCH 292
WALTER HATCH
Joseph D. Griss Smith
(3)
BRANCH 294
(2)
CROSSVILLE TENNESSEE
Bobby L. Johns
D-11
Richard A. Zinser
BRANCH 296
MOTHER LODE
Raymond L. Beck
(1)
BRANCH 298
WOLVERINE
Dale Dumond
Ernest F. Figge
George K. Jingles
Paul C. Raddatz, Jr.
Ross Schweikert
(5)
BRANCH 299
(6)
DEL HERRMANN
Steven R. Bagley
Jesse L. Batson
Donald F. Gates
Irwin V. Hendelman
Jack Musgrave Weatherford
Victor A. Rich
BRANCH 300
OTTUMWA
Homer C. Norem
Clyde L. Roller, IV
(2)
BRANCH 302
CARSON
Guillermo A. Olaes
(1)
BRANCH 307
OLD NAVAL HOME
Richard Clinton
Robert G. Harvey, Jr.
Victor D. Hodge
James D. Ryan
William W. Smith
Calvin M. Tucker
(6)
BRANCH 309
DIAMOND STATE
Gene E. Ault
Raymond S. Bednarcik
Charles P. Evans, Jr.
Charles T. Flavin
Charles E. Lynch
Donald N. Mathews
David S. Schlott
BRANCH 310
SILVERDALE
Manuel W. Cuellar
(7)
(2)
Lawrence E. Vogltanz
BRANCH 311
MAGNOLIA STATE
Edward J. Andrews
Jack H. Hayes
Frank Whiston
(3)
BRANCH 313
CAMP PENDLETON
Willard Killingsworth
Orville L. Lawson
Harold M. Schubert
Irving J. Seamon, Jr.
(4)
BRANCH 315
AKOM
Nadro Adams
Allan D. Ensor
Guy D. Johnson
George R. Livingston
David C. Potter
(5)
BRANCH 316
OZARK EMPIRE
Philip V. Archer
Donald R. Chalmers
Everett P. Foster
Gordon F. Laforte
Richard M. Napper
Guy H. Piper
(6)
BRANCH 319
RICHLAND
Charles E. Beal
Ralph W. Ruhl
BRANCH 335
VOLUSIA COUNTY
Edgar L. Deighan
John D. Heaphy
(2)
BRANCH 338
GRANITE STATE
Ronald H. Keyser
Richard T. Morrissey
Thomas W. Murphy
Americo Petteruti
Herman J. Roush, Jr.
(5)
BRANCH 339
ALBANY GA
Louis J. Stack
(1)
BRANCH 342
(4)
HARRINGTON CLEMMONS
Billy Bradley
John J. Kelly
Bernard E. Pile
Milton M. Routzahn
BRANCH 344
CASCO BAY
Clair E. Cunningham
Charles A. McKenney
(2)
(1)
(2)
BRANCH 346
ST. ANDREWS BAY
Nestor P. Bendza, Jr.
(2)
BRANCH 324
AKRON/CANTON
Earl R. Renner
(1)
BRANCH 348
FORTH WAYNE
Roger E. Farmer
H. John Stowe
(1)
BRANCH 327
MIAMI VALLEY
William H. Thiel
(1)
BRANCH 358
PAUL BUNYAN
Stanley C. Ellefson, Sr.
(4)
BRANCH 328
W.J. BESSEY
Kenneth M. Ambers
(1)
BRANCH 361
ASHEVILLE
Clarence O. Clark
William L. Conner, Jr.
Jack F. Greene
Donald J. Rhodes
BRANCH 334
OSAGE HERITAGE
Keith D. Albers
(1)
BRANCH 363
LOWER COLUMBIA
Robert P. Maley
(1)
D-12
BRANCH 365
RIVER CITY
David G. Young
(1)
BRANCH 367
SAN MIGUEL
Carl E. Brown
James E. Isaac
Max E. Johnson
Melvin L. O’Briant
(4)
BRANCH 371
BATON ROUGE
Kerry J. Barrios, Sr.
Dalton V. Martin, Jr.
(2)
BRANCH 376
MADISON
Walter I. Atkinson
Jerrold B. Lamb
Conrad Richardi
(3)
BRANCH 377
WABASH VALLEY
George A. Hasten
Robert F. Theisz
(2)
BRANCH 382
GEM STATE
Paul Cavaiani
Darnel Rogers
Marion G. Snyder
Lyman W. Webb
Roy L. Whitham, Jr.
(5)
BRANCH 386
WIREGRASS
Edward S. Clontz
George B. Fairchild
John W. Findley
Cherry M. Thomas
Morris C. Toft
(5)
M-A-L
Frederick H. Acker
Hillie W. Ackerman
Charles R. Adams
George Adams
Albert S. Adams, Jr.
Joseph L. Adelman
John H. Aderholt
Kenneth Aiani
(460)
Michael R. Anderson
Gabriel Aquino
Donald L. Arbogast
Andrew T. Atchley
Francisco C. Bacungan
George R. Badejo
James G. Bailey
George M. Baker
Jack K. Ballas
J. C. Ballman
Willie M. Bandy
Thomas S. Barba
Robert E. Barbee
Robert E. Barker
James T. Barrett
Ronald R. Barrett
George J. Bauer
David Bauer
Jack J. Bayuk
William L. Beaman
Howard Beazell
William H. Beck
Duane Bedford
Leo J. Bellon
Russell C. Beltz
Phillip H. Bibber
Bob Bischoff
Edward S. Bisner
Richard J. Bizub
James F. Black
Euell H. Blackwood
Orin R. Bodenstab
Donald G. Boehner
John W. Bolan
Myron W. Borgerd
Robert D. Borgstedt
Bruce E. Botkin
John E. Bowler
Don G. Bowman
Thomas W. Boyd
William Boyence
John F. Bozan
Leonard R. Braye
Kyle E. Brewster
Otis E. Brooner
Daniel L. Brough
James E. Brown
Gary M. Brown
Howard Bubnik
James R. Buckner
Joseph J. Bulko, Jr.
John T. Bundy
Kenneth E. Burrows
Clarence R. Buss
Howard E. Butts
James R. Byron
Donald C. Caldwell
Charles D. Captain
Kenneth Carrick
Lloyd N. Carson
Loring E. Carver, Sr.
Yuell E. Chandler, Jr.
Kenneth Chapman
Oliver M. Charles
George E. Chenevert
Rex E. Christner
Jack Clabaugh
Perry D Clark
Marvin L. Conner
Charles A. Converse
Clifton E. Cook
William L. Cook
Paul C. Coppola
William M. Corcoran
Victor R. Courtois
J. L. Crawford
Alan L. Crawford
James E. Criner
Leo R. Dacus
Max L. Damron
Clifford D. Darnell
Wesley Davis
George W. Davis, Sr.
Charles I. Dawson
Jeffrey Dean
Gilbert J. Dehaven
Kenneth M. Denison
Dominic Denuzzo
Marvin R. Deweese
Warren D. Dietrichson
George G. Dillon
Robert E. Dobson
John R. Doerfler
James E. Doherty
Ralph S. Dokter
Robert G. Doney
John F. Donovan
J. J. Dornberger, Jr.
James T. Doughten, Sr.
John Driver
Brent E. Drummond
Richard F. Dugan, Jr.
Jimmie Duron
Edwin H. Dussor, Jr.
D. W. Duvall
Lawson E. Earles
D-13
Herbert Edwards
Louis T. Edwards
Fayette R. Ellison
James E. Elwing
Billy E. Etheridge
Richard L. Everingham
Kenneth Ewer
Francis X. Faherty
Walter S. Fairman, Jr.
Malone H. Farrar
Lavern P. Fetkenhauer
Anthony Figario
Marcelino F. Filamor
George Fink
Rodger A. Fish
Richard L. Fisher
Larry Fisher
Edward Fitzgerald
William W. Fleharty
James F. Fleming
Robert Flores
Elvin J. Floyd
Charles A. Flynn
John Fort
Howard W. Fortney
Robert H. Foster
Samuel R. Fowler
Raymond J. Freemer
James Fucetola
Daniel H. Funk
Richard D. Furgeson
Robert E. Galkowski
Peter V. Gammarano
Keith A. Gardner
Harry L. Garrison
Eugene P. Gates
George L. Gay
Jesse H. Gibson
Richard A. Gibson
Othello Gilbert
Robert E. Gill
Joel L. Gisselberg
Thomas E. Godlove
Felix Gomez
Norton Goodsell
James L. Goodwin
James H. Graham
Wallace S. Griffin
Gerald H. Grimes
Riley Guye
Bert W. Hahn
Lowell R. Hall
Francis S. Hall
Thomas Hanrahan
Gerald D. Hanson
Christopher H. Harame
James D. Harcus
Lawrence M. Harmston
Dan J. Harper
Jimmie E. Harris
Jack M. Harris
Thomas J. Hastings
Harry T. Hawley, Jr.
Edward W. Hebda
Joseph C. Hebrank
William J. Heckman
Michael Hefferman
John E. Henderson
E. H. Hendon
Wilber B. Hern
William M. Herndon
Alexander C. Herriot
William W. Hicks
John Hillesheim
Dean R. Hines
Dale E. Hollingsworth
William P. Holst
George Horner
John W. Horton
James N. Hossilis
Ernest G. Houts
Richard F. Huebner
Robert E. Huff
Robert B. Hughes
Bruce I. Ide
Wayne Ikerman
Walt Incap, Jr.
Joseph C. Ingle
J. Clegg Ivey
Charles E. Jackson
Price E. James, Jr.
Theodore J. Jandzio
Ross Jantzen
Edward V. Jeffords
John A. Jessup, Sr.
John H. Johnson
Roger E. Johnson
John W. Johnson
Edward P. Jones
Thomas Z. Jones
Richard Keller
Paul Keller
David L. Kelly
Frank Kelso
Stanley B. Kendrick
John M. Kenney
Robert C. Kent
Karl J. Kerzel
William J. Kinnison
Benjamin T. Kirkland
John H. Knaack
Jack Knudson
Albert G. Kotze
Stanley Kozlowski
Bernard W. Kuper
Alfonzo P. Labrador
Richard J. Lagrou
Richard C. Lamson
Erwin Lange
Robert J. Large
William H. Leslie, Jr.
Joseph Levac
Charles B. Lewis
Lewis D. Likes
Leo L. Littlefield
Thomas J. Louth
Frank M. Lovelace
Sherman C. Luckey
Shirley Lund
David E. Lynch
S. John MacDonald
Philip K. Mackert
Roy Madsen
Leroy P. Maestas
William A. Maisey, Jr.
Homer R. Mallady
Alfred J. Manfra
Queenie Manoogian
Stanley J. Marshall
William Mason
John J. Mastalski
Charles W. Mathis
George Mauhar
Fred Maxwell, Jr.
James A. Maxwell
Peter McCaughley
Sanford E. McClain
James L. McConnell
James D. McCool
Arthur E. McCusker
Donald O. McFadden
William R. McKee
Paul A. McKee
Odis A. McKeithen
Brent H. McKinlay
William F. McNair
Gene McQuigg
Robert T. Melde
William C. Mellor, Sr.
D-14
Henry C. Melluish
Andrew J. Merkowsky, Jr.
Billy J. Merrell
Joseph P. Meyer
Stanley J. Mikolajun
George Milhoan
Alan R. Miller
Benjamin J. Million
Robert T. Mink
Dwight Mogren
Hugh A. Moncur
Mario L. Mondozzi
Lewis M. Moore
William W. Moore
William Morey
James P. Morgan, Jr.
Donald R. Morgan
Robert E. Morris
Paul J. Mortenson, Jr.
Werner W. Mosman
Alva A. Mullens
Walter E. Murdock
Francis A. Nadeau, Jr.
Gordon R. Nakagawa
William P. Naylor
Norman Neuleib
John Norris
John A. Novak
John T. Nunemaker
Harold F. Ordway, Jr.
Mathew C. Oszczakiewicz
Clarence R. Otto
Alfred J. Parrish
Donald Patrick
Arsel Patterson
Ralph H. Pearson
George A. Peartree
Julian A. Pena
James H. Phelps
Howard H. Porter
Edwin A. Pradt
Willard D. Price
Edward A. Publicover
O. Thomas Quartulli
Ramon L. Rand
Donald C. Rasmussen
James D. Rawls
Robert H. Ray
Elmer D. Reason
James W. Reep
James F. Reese
Salvatore A. Rega
Louis L. Reid
Herbert B. Reid, Jr.
James H. Reider
Douglas T. Reimer
Joseph D. Reisner
Carl Rhodes
Raymond C. Rhodes
Ernest L. Rhodes
James J. Rice
Henry B. Richar
Romaine H. Richardson
Hellmuth Ristan
Joe Rivers, Jr.
William E. Roberts
Albert Robertson
John C. Robins
William Robinson
Dennis Rodgers
Everet A. Rombough
Charles V. Romig
Horace E. Rowe
Thomas W. Rowell
Shelley E. Rule
Homer Rushing
Jene A. Rust
Harry W. Rutherford
Carleton Rutledge
John M. Sadler
Franklyn G. Sampson
Billy T. Sanders
Kells J. Sapp
Samuel L. Saylor
Vincent F. Scalamandre
Stephen J. Scharschan
Darrell R. Schlicht
Erwin E. Schmidt
Frederick A. Schroeffel
Gertrude Schultz
William P. Schwarz
Raymond Schwarz
Ernest B. Scott
John Sesto, Jr.
Billy G. Sharp
Howard F. Shears, Jr.
Joseph E. Shelby, Jr.
James R. Shepherd, Sr.
John E. Sheppard
George Sheptor
George F. Shivers, Jr.
Lloyd C. Shriber
Floyd E. Shumaker
Francis Sickler
Donald Silver
Thomas G. Simmons
Clyde R. Sipe
Sotero S. Sirios, Jr.
George G. Skeith
James H. Slater
Zeb Slaughter
George W. Smith
William D. Smith
Jimmie L. Smith, Sr.
Fred L. Smith
Thomas J. Smith
Joseph Smyth
Willard H. Snellings
Herman Snyder
Lloyd Spain
Norman L. Stanton, Sr.
David W. Stegman
David Stehly
Richard A. Steinhauer
Kenneth W. Sterling
Larry C. Stier
James Stokas
Teddy S. Stone
Aurelio R. Strim, Jr.
Tony Summerlin
Richard C. Sundin
Chester T. Swalm
Alvin J. Swank
James G. Swearingen
Ellwood R. Sylvester
Chester J. Szwed
Edgar P. Talley
Thomas M. Tan
Robert H. Taylor
Arthur Tefelski
Porter L. Terrell
Paul V. Thompson
George P. Timmons
Fenwick E. Tinker
Bienvenido R. Trajano
Daniel J. Trombley, Jr.
James J. Trybulski
John L. Turner
Jack A. Turner
Joe L. Ulrey
Gary R. Urquhart
Toney W. Vaughn
Herbert F. Velsor
Wallace J. Walker
James F. Waller
William A. Walmsley
Norven L. Ward
Clarence E. Warren, Jr.
Jerry Waters
D-15
Ernest G. Webb
Ottice G. Webb
Howard K. Webb
Charles W. Webb
Walter C. Wehenkel
Harold Weidman
Richard Weir
William E. Wells
James D. Westbrook
Theodore P. Westfall
Robert E. Whipple
Edward H. Whitaker
Donald L. Whitten
Earl B. Wilfong
Ernest L. Williams
John A. Winn
Robert Wise
John F. Wonderling
Roger Woolsteen
Okley Workman
Raymond J. Wright
Stanley Wright
Clayton R. Wylie
Donald L. Yacchari
Stephen J. Yachuw
William F. Yontz
Arthur B. Zuscar
David Zwick
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Shipmate National President and Shipmates
The National Public Relations Committee for the Year 2013 – 2014 is composed of the following Shipmates:
Chairman:
Vice Chairman:
Members:
Advisor:
PNP Lawrence J. Boudreaux, Branch 275
PRPSC Donald Larson, Branch 94
RVPNE/NEng Floyd G. Hunt, Branch 214
Kelly A. Fosen, Branch 93
RVPNC Curry Sanders, Branch 161
PRPSW James H. Katzenberger, Branch 163
Nathan H. Smith, Branch 261
Michelle Davis, Branch 38
PRPNC Charles A. Neureuther
It has been a pleasure to serve as the Chairman of the National Public Relations Committee.
I was contacted by two of the Regional Chairman pertaining to the submission of the regional winners, and I instructed them as to the proper procedure for the submission of the regional winners.
The Committee on Public Relations will be meeting at the National Convention in October. Meeting location and
time will be propagated in the Convention Program. All Shipmates are welcome to attend and assist with the Regional Public Relations submission judging.
Suggestions for improvement in data collection and reporting are welcome by the committee. Please submit all suggestions in writing to the Chairman of the Committee prior to the scheduled Committee Meeting time as listed in the
Convention Program.
I would like to thank National President Virgil Courneya for appointing me as the Chairman of this committee and it
has been a pleasure to serve.
I Remain in Loyalty, Protection and Service,
LAWRENCE J. BOUDREAUX, PNP
Chairman
PR-1
YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Shipmate National President, Delegates and Shipmates
The National Committee on Youth Activities consists of the following Shipmates:
Chairman:
John Tharp, Low Country Branch 269
Members:
PRPNW Gerald V. Jordan, Seattle Branch 18
PRPEC Claire Purdy, Annapolis Branch 24
Richard Ruiz, Santa Clara Valley Branch 101
Bob Huscher, Citrus County Branch 186
Emmett Smith, Shreveport Branch 98
Have contacted each Regional President and provided them with my contact information to pass to their Regional
Committee Chairman. Currently PRPNW Gerald Jordan, PRPEC Claire Purdy, Richard Ruiz, Bob Huscher and
Emmett Smith have all confirmed for the Committee. Many Shipmates may step forward to fill in any vacancies at
the Convention. Most Regional Chairmen will send their reports prior to the Convention.
Have received one Youth Activity Report from the North Central Region: Branch 216, Hawkeye, Cedar Rapids, IA.
(Group IV).
I have not received any funds and have incurred no expenses.
Thanks to the National President for having confidence in me to perform the duties as the Chairman of the National
Youth Activities for the Fleet Reserve Association. I would also like to thank all members of the committee for stepping up with their Regions in support of this great opportunity to help all of the youth activities that have been conducted during this past year.
I respectively submit this report for inclusion in the minutes of the 87th National Convention.
JOHN E. THARP
Chairman
YA-1
ANNUAL REPORT ON THE FRA EDUATION FOUNDATION
Omni Hotel, Corpus Christi, TX
The FRA Education Foundation is a separate, 501(c)3 tax-exempt charitable/education organization. The Foundation
maintains separate financial accounts and is audited annually per generally accepted accounting procedures (GAAP).
Leadership, Advisors, Coordinator and Applications Review Committee
The current FRA Education Foundation Board of Directors is comprised of the following:
President – NEDE Joe Barnes
Secretary – PNP Larry Boudreaux
Treasurer – FO Steve Cox
Members – PNP Gary Blackburn
PNP George Hyland
Foundation Advisors are:
NED Tom Snee
Honorary Shipmate Jim Webb
Shipmate Harry Kantrovich
Shipmate James Mathieu
FRA Scholarships Coordinator is Ms. Marilyn Smith who liaises with FRA DADM Teresa Wiener
FRA Scholarship Applications Review Committee is comprised of the following:
CD Lauren Armstrong
Shipmate Harry Kantrovich
Shipmate Peggy Bair
Background
Administering the FRA Scholarship Program is a key evolution each year and is under the purview of the FRA Education Foundation, which was authorized by delegates to the 81st National Convention and formally announced at the
82nd National Convention in Virginia Beach, VA.
The State Corporation Commission, Commonwealth of Virginia, issued a certificate of incorporation authorizing the
Foundation to transact business associated with soliciting scholarship donations, and the Internal Revenue Service
issued a tax-exempt determination letter for the Foundation on March 3, 2009. In addition, the NBOD approved resolutions (NBR 17-09 and NBR 19-09) clarifying the relationship of the Foundation and its leadership with the FRA,
and approving the Foundation Bylaws. (NBR 18-09).
Meetings and Annual Budget
Since meeting during the 86th National Convention, the Foundation Board met via teleconference on December 19,
2013 and on July 18, 2014. Minutes from both meetings are attached for information (Enclosure 1). Foundation
President Barnes also reported to the FRA NBOD on April 11, 2014 during its mid-year meeting at NHQ.
NP Virgil Courneya requested a meeting with Foundation President Barnes and Treasurer Cox on April 9, 2014 to
discuss inaccurate information being disseminated throughout the Association about the Foundation Board, its work
and mission. Other attendees included NVP John Ippert, NParl Don Mucheck and NED Tom Snee. Per meeting discussion, NP Courneya requested a review of the Foundation Articles of Incorporation and By Laws to ensure that
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there is no conflict with the FRA’s C&BL and Standing Rules with a report regarding same to the NBOD prior to the
87th National Convention.
In addition, the 2014 FRA Education Foundation Budget is enclosed (Enclosure 2) for information.
Review of Foundation Governing Documents
PNPs George Hyland and Gary Blackburn reviewed the Foundation Articles of Incorporation and By-Laws subsequent to the July Foundation Board meeting. Both reported that they found no conflicts with the FRA C&BL and
Standing Rules.
2014 Scholarships
The Foundation awarded 24 scholarships this year totaling $112,000. There were a total of 204 applications submitted of which 144 were complete and adjudicated by the review committee. A complete list of 2014 FRA scholarship
recipients is attached to this report for information (Enclosure 3). This list is also being published in the September
issue of FRA Today.
CFC
The FRA Education Foundation is again authorized to participate in the annual Combined Federal Campaign (CFC)
which is administered by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). The participation code is #80236. This follows authorization to participate in the National/International Part of the 2012 Combined Federal Campaign Charity
List.
2015 Scholarship Applications
Consistent with established practice, FRA Education Foundation scholarship applications for the coming year were
posted on the FRA web site (www@fra.org/foundation) on September 1, 2014 following a review of same and appropriate updates.
Recommendations
1.
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3.
That the Foundation be authorized to send electronic messages to FRA Shipmate for whom we have e-mail
addresses via the iMIS informz system requesting tax-exempt contributions in support of annual scholarship
awards during the annual November-December giving season per (NBR___-14).
That SR 14© be revised to read as follows: The FRA National Board of Directors (NBOD) has oversight
authority regarding the FRA Education Foundation although the Foundation is a separate and distinct entity
under the Foundation Board of Directors comprised of at least one current or former member of the FRA
National Board of Directors or a National Officer, and/or FRA members in good standing.
Information about the Foundation should be incorporated into much needed training/orientation efforts at
the Branch, Regional and National levels.
Respectfully submitted, in Loyalty, Protection and Service,
Joseph L. Barnes
President, FRA Education Foundation
FRA NED Emeritus
Enclosures:
Foundation Board Meeting Minutes
2014 Education Foundation Budget
2014 Scholarship Award Recipients.
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(Enclosure 1)
Meeting Minutes
FRA Education Foundation Board of Directors
July 18, 2014
The FRA Education Foundation Board of Directors Meeting was called to order at 1402 (EDT), July 18, 2014 by
President Joe Barnes, PNED (Emeritus) via Teleconference. Present were Treasurer, FO Steve Cox; Secretary,
PNP Larry Boudreaux; Board Members, PNP Gary Blackburn and PNP George Hyland; advisors Jim Webb and
NED Tom Snee; and guests, National President Virgil Courneya and Communications Director Lauren Armstrong.
Motion made and seconded to accept the minutes as presented from the December 19, 2013 meeting. Motion passed
and minutes approved with a few minor edits.
Treasurer Steve Cox stated that he anticipates that the Budget submitted in January will not change much this year.
There are three contributors that made previous commitments totaling approximately $15,000.00 but we have not
received contributions from them this year. He spoke with one of them and the response seems promising.
President Barnes gave a report to the NBOD in April on the status of the Education Foundation. He also met with
the National President and other members in leadership regarding the governing documents of the Foundation and
other issues. It was agreed that the Foundation Board would review the governing documents and ensure that they
are not in conflict with the parent organization documents. A committee was formed to review the Articles of Incorporation and By Laws of the Foundation and a report will be submitted at the 87 th National Convention. The committee consists of PNP George Hyland as Chairman, PNP Gary Blackburn and Joe Barnes, PNED (Emeritus). The
committee will conduct business via email and teleconference if needed.
President Barnes reported on 2013 scholarship applications, screening process and awards. Marilyn Smith is the
Coordinator and responsible for insuring that all application are properly processed. They received 230 Applications
for the LA FRA which are forwarded to the appropriate LA FRA committee for consideration and 204 applications
were received for FRA which is down from last year. A total of 144 applications were complete and adjudicated this
year. There are 24 scholarship award recipients for a total of $112,000.00.
The foundation was approved to participate in the 2014 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) and the FRA Education
Foundation Charity Code is #80236.
Key issues update: Plans are to update the Education Foundation brochure because supplies running low. The National President approved the continuation of $100.00 contributions on behalf of each 87 th National Convention
speaker. The solicitation letter list is growing, but more corporate contacts are needed. A resolution was approved
by the NBOD and must be ratified by the delegates at the convention to authorize an of email solicitation for Foundation contributions each fall.
The next meeting will be Tuesday Oct 14, 2014 prior to the Pre-Board meeting at the National Convention.
Being no further business to be discussed meeting was adjourned at 1447 (EDT).
Submitted by PNP Larry Boudreaux, Foundation Secretary
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Meeting Minutes
FRA Education Foundation Board of Directors
December 19, 2013
The FRA Education Foundation Board of Directors Meeting was called to order at 1330 (EST), December 19, 2013
by President NEDE Joe Barnes via Teleconference. Present were Treasurer, FO Steve Cox; Secretary PNP Larry
Boudreaux; board member, PNP Gary Blackburn;, advisor, Jim Webb; and guest, NED Tom Snee.
Motion made and seconded to accept the minutes as presented from the October 17, 2013 meeting. Motion passed
and minutes approved with a few minor edits.
Treasurer Steve Cox stated that he and President Barnes will get a budget together in January and distribute it to
everyone for review and approval. As far as this year, we have received $58,050.00 for the calendar year, and
$72,000.00 was transferred from FRA. Expenses for the year are $125,417.00 and the Foundation has a net surplus
of $26,892.18. President Barnes reported that we just received a contribution of $1,500.00 from Sun Trust and a
commitment of $5,000.00 from PHARMA. Motion made and seconded to approve the Treasurer’s report. The
Treasurer’s report was approved.
Motion made and seconded to name NED Thomas Snee as an advisor to the FRA Education Foundation. Motion
passed. NED Tom Snee gave the Board an update on his trip to the Recruiting Command at Millington, TN and
associated meetings with various master chiefs.
President Barnes briefed the Board on the concept of using email for an annual electronic solicitation in order to
build awareness and hopefully increase contributions. After consultation with the FRA National President, it was
determined that this issue should be brought to the National Board of Directors for approval and then rarified by the
delegates at the next National Convention.
President Barnes briefed the Foundation Board on the solicitation list and the additions to same which is an ongoing
process. Requests for input are presented at all meetings attended and NHQ staff is helping when attending various
events. We’re continually looking for contacts and opportunities to increase awareness.
Timeline has been established for the 2014 scholarship application processing and volunteers are committed for
evaluating applications which are due by April 15th. New application forms are on the web site.
The 2014 CFC Application deadline is fast approaching and Treasurer Cox has that on the calendar and plans to
meet the mid-January deadline.
Being no further business to be discussed meeting was adjourned at 1402 (EST).
Submitted by PNP Larry Boudreaux, Foundation Secretary
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(Enclosure 3)
2014 SCHOLARSHIPS
24 Scholarship Recipients for a Total Amount of $122,000.00
SCHOLARSHIP
AWARDEE
AMOUNT
TOTAL
Glenn F. Glezen Scholarship
Preference given to applicants enrolled in
courses of study at the post-graduate level.
Eligible applicants are: Members, spouses,
and dependent biological, step or adoptive
children, or grandchildren of current FRA
members in good standing.
Jonathan Yong Kim
9 Bertrand Rd
Auburndale, MA 02466
Member, Branch 289
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
Robert W. Nolan Scholarship
Brittney Kay Rampley
602 South Park Street, Apt. 2
Carrolton, GA 30117
Granddaughter of Gilbert M. Largent
Member-at-Large
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
Joseph R. Baranski Scholarship
Cody Nicholas Minor
830 Bitterbrush Lane
Fort Collins, CO 80526
Member, Branch 55
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
Fleet Reserve Association Award
Members, spouses, and dependent biological, step or adoptive children, or grandchildren of current or deceased members in
good standing of the FRA.
1. James A. Manning
7655 Madison Creek Road
Riley, KS 66531
Grandson of Kenneth G. McClelland
Deceased Member, Branch 161
1. $5,000.00
$45,000.00
2. Robert Buck Patenge
P.O. Box 479
Litchfield, CT 06759
Member-at-Large
2. $5,000.00
3. Nicholas DelPidio
1030 Turnerville Rd
Pine Hill, NJ 08021
Grandson of Michael DelPidio
Member, Branch 57
4. Christara Lynn Holtgrefe
22921 Eyota Rd
Apple Valley, CA 92308
Granddaughter of George O’Keefe
Member-at-Large
5. Courtlyn Amber Hisey
2806 West Ventura Lane
Citrus Springs, FL 34433
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3. $5,000.00
4. $5,000.00
5. $5,000.00
SCHOLARSHIP
AWARDEE
AMOUNT
TOTAL
Granddaughter of Charles N. Hisey, Jr.
Member-at-Large
6. Christina Rose Breitenbuecher
336 Linda Way
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Granddaughter of Louis A. Barella
Member, Branch 48
7. Jacqulyn Ann Crossman
505 Ravenstone Drive
Chesapeake, VA 23322
Step-daughter of Howard P. Stickrod
Member, Branch 40
8. Christian James Dudukovich
1212 Flowers Pointe Lane
Orlando, FL 32825
Son of Jeffrey A. Dudukovich
Member, Branch 51
9. Mary Catherine Carter
6550 Brookwood Dr
Owensboro, KY 42301
Daughter of Harry D. Carter
Member, Branch 105
6. $5,000.00
7. $5,000.00
8. $5,000.00
9. $5,000.00
GEICO
Members, spouses, and dependent biological, step or adoptive children, or grandchildren, of current or deceased members
in good standing of the FRA.
Funds not received for 2014
Robert M. Treadwell Annual Scholarship
Sean Christopher Egan
81 Dent Road
Staten Island, NY 10308
Grandson of Walter J. Newton
Member, Branch 57
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
Stanley A. Doran Memorial Scholarship
Dependent children of members, alive or
deceased in good standing of the FRA.
Kyle Sterling Abernathy
505 S 6th St
Norfolk, NE 68701
Son of Keny S. Abernathy
Member, Branch 276
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
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SCHOLARSHIP
AWARDEE
AMOUNT
TOTAL
Colonel Hazel Benn Scholarship
Unmarried dependent child of an FRA
member in good standing who has US Navy service, had a Navy enlisted medical
rating, and served with the USMC. Applicant must attend college as a freshman or
sophomore, post-high school undergraduate.
1. Rebeca Cristine Griner
112 Rugosa Drive
Folsom, CA 95630
Great Granddaughter of Mervyn D.
Maurath
Member, Branch 296
1. $2,000.00
2. Victoria Elizabeth Ray
649 Tena Court
Burleson, TX 76028
Daughter of Gregory P. Ray
Member-at-Large
2. $2,000.00
The Donald Bruce Pringle Family
Scholarship
Brandon Michael Keel
3705 Mosswood Dr
Garland, TX 75042
Grandson of Debra Littrell
Member, Branch 11
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
MCPO Ken E. Blair Scholarship
Dependent children of members, alive or
deceased in good standing of the FRA.
Samantha Kari Gray
411 Walnut St #4315
Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
Daughter of Thomas A. Gray
Member-at-Large
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
Express Scripts
Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard personnel, their spouses and dependent biological, step or adoptive children, or
grandchildren.
Funds not received for 2014
Mercer
grandchildren.
Rebecca Jean Mixan
25519 Coral Lane
Glenwood, IA 51534
Daughter of Brian J. Mixan
Non-FRA Member
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
PhrMA
grandchildren.
Jennah Danae Romansky
2448 Deepridge Circle
Akron, OH 44313-4608
Daughter of Kenneth A. Romansky
Non-FRA Member
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
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grandchildren.
1. Hannah Marie Hassert
7809 Oak Marsh Drive
Raleigh, NC 27616
Granddaughter of Thomas W. Hassert
Non-FRA Member
1. $5,000.00
$10,000.00
2. Brooklyn Synclair Penn
15170 Gallow Lane
Noblesville, IN 46060
Granddaughter of David L. Burgess
2. $5,000.00
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$4,000.00
SCHOLARSHIP
AWARDEE
AMOUNT
TOTAL
Non-FRA Member
HealthNet
grandchildren.
Nicole Alexandria Heyl
2176 Kershaw Rd
Oriental, NC 28571
Daughter of Susan M. Adams
Non-FRA Member
$5,000.00
$5,000.00
Individual Contributions Scholarship
grandchildren.
Luca Faustino Valle
200 Heater Road, Unit D
Lebanon, NH 03766
Grandson of James R. Hayes
Non-FRA Member
$3,000.00
$3,000.00
Shaded entries: Funds expended from the FRA Education Foundatio
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NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTIONS
NBR 1-14 OF OCTOBER 20, 2013
Resolved, That the previous pre-convention NBOD meeting minutes be approved.
Vote: 12 affirmative.
Resolved, That the salary of the NED be set in the amount of $105,000.
Vote: 11 affirmative. NED abstained.
Resolved, That approval be granted for the 2013-2014 LA FRA National President’s Project – The Fisher House
Foundation.
Resolved, That appointments to certain special and standing national committees be ratified.
Resolved, That the appointment of FO Stephen R. Cox as the Plan Administrator of the FRA Pension Plan be ratified.
Resolved, That Branch 9 will merge with Branch 70, effective November 1, 2013.
Resolved, That PNP Larry Boudreaux, PNP Joe Maez, PNP George Hyland, NED Emeritus Joe Barnes and FO Steve Cox be members of the FRA Education Foundation board of directors.
Resolved, That the bylaws and standing rules for the newly-established Northeast/New England Region be ratified.
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NBR 9-14 OF DECEMBER 4, 2013
Whereas, The Charter for Branch 83 was suspended for failure to comply (Branch Officers Report had not been
submitted) with Article 12, Section 1203 and 1217(d), FRA, C&BL by the National Board of Directors; and
Whereas, The Branch Officer Report for Branch 83 (2013-2014) has since been received at the National Headquarters; now, therefore be it
Resolved, That the following Resolution is presented to the National Board of Directors for an e-mail vote (please
respond to Teresa at adminfra@fra.org by Tuesday, December 10, 2013, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard
copy):
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 9-14: Resolved, That the National Board of Directors, in accordance
with Article 12, Section 1203, C&BL, FRA, lift the charter suspension of Branch 83.
Whereas, The Charter for Branch 55 was suspended at the request from the RPNW (NBR 30-13) for violation of
Article 12, Sections 1217(d) and 1203(b), C&BL, FRA;
Whereas, The RPNW has signed the meeting minutes from October 21, 2012, when the Branch voted unanimously
to forgive the loan to Post 150 of the American Legion in exchange for a permanent home for Branch 55 in perpetuity;
Whereas, This completes the terms we gave them in order to have the suspension of their charter lifted;
Whereas, The RPNW has requested a National Board Resolution to do so; be it therefore,
respond to Teresa at adminfra@fra.org by Tuesday, December 17, 2013, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard
copy):
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 10-14: Resolved, That the National Board of Directors, in accordance
with Article 12, Section 1203, C&BL, FRA, lift the charter suspension of Branch 55.
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Whereas, The FRA National Headquarters Building (NHQ) is the Association’s largest unrestricted asset and there is
excess space in the building that can be leased and become a new unrestricted revenue source to support Association
programs.
Whereas, An agenda issue discussed at the pre-86th National Convention National Board of Directors meeting on
October 15, 2013, was a National Headquarters Building space analysis report (per NBR 27-13) presented by Mr.
Yves Springuel from Michael Winstanley Architects and Planners, Alexandria, VA.
Whereas, NBR 35-13 authorized NED Tom Snee and FO Steve Cox to research financing options associated with
the renovation of the FRA National Headquarters (NHQ) building in Alexandria, VA.
Whereas, A meeting via teleconference on November 13, 2013 focused on the above referenced issues and participants included NP Courneya, NED Snee, FO Cox, NEDE Barnes, PFO Rigby, NHQ Building Manager Slawinski,
Mr. Springuel, Mr. Hugh Webster from Webster, Chamberlain & Bean, and Ms. Donna Kosnette from Tate &
Tryon.
Whereas, Other meetings and tours of the building were scheduled after that date with three commercial real estate
agents from the Alexandria, VA area.
Whereas, Needed renovations work associated with leasing space to an outside tenant will also result in completing
building improvements that include adding an ADA compliant restroom (or restrooms), making water fountains fucational, fixing leaking third floor sky lights, upgrading conference room AV equipment / capabilities, upgrading the
elevator and removing one set of flag poles.
Whereas, The Association’s National Headquarters building is fully owned and it makes sense to authorize the use of
financing with the building as collateral in order to fund the costs associated with design functions and work necessary to reconfigure work, meeting and museum space therein.
Whereas, SunTrust Bank – with which FRA has a long standing business relationship – quoted a 3.25% to 3.5%
fixed rate for a three to seven year period, fully amortizing loan up to $500,000 (the estimated cost of making the
entire third floor available for lease and approximately 10% of the building’s market value).
Whereas, Using reserve funds, rather than the above referenced financing, would result in shrinking total reserve
funds along with lost income from that money and there are tax liability considerations associated with same for nonexempt functions. Now, therefore be it
respond to Teresa at adminfra@fra.org by Friday, January 3, 2014, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard copy):
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 11-14: Resolved, That the Finance Officer be authorized to coordinate
financing of renovations of FRA’s National Headquarters Building by borrowing up to $500,000, at favorable terms
and rates in order to renovate the FRA National Headquarters building in order to make the entire third floor available for lease as a new revenue source to support Association programs.
Vote: 10 affirmative, 1 negative. NED abstained.
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NBR 12-14 OF JANUARY 2, 2014
Whereas, Pittsburgh PA Branch 253 has complied with the provisions of Article 12, Section 1211, C&BL, FRA; and
Whereas, Shipmate Regional President Northeast/New England James E. Brown, believes it is in the best interest of
the FRA that the voluntary surrender of the Charter be accepted; and
Whereas, All members of Pittsburgh Branch 253 who have not transferred to another branch by February 28, 2014
will be transferred to the Membership-at-Large Roll; now, therefore be it
Resolved, That the request of Pittsburgh Branch 253 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved; and
Resolved, That by copy of this Resolution, the secretary of Branch 253 via the Regional President Northeast/New
England is requested to forward all branch funds and property to the Finance Officer as soon as possible; and
Resolved, That the Chairman, Membership & Retention Committee is directed to transfer all remaining members to
the Membership-at-Large Roll on February 28, 2014; and
respond to Teresa at adminfra@fra.org by January 8, 2014, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard copy):
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 12-14: Resolved, That the request of Pittsburgh PA Branch 253 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved.
NBR 13-14 OF JANUARY 3, 2014
Whereas, A request for financial assistance has been received from RPNE/NENG James Brown on behalf of Shipmate Joyce Harris; and
Whereas, A copy of the request from RPNE/NENG Brown is enclosed, which explains the reason; and
Whereas, I have directed the Finance Officer to prepare a check in the amount of $500 as authorized by Article 9,
Section 909(d), C&BL, FRA; and
Whereas, The Finance Officer and I feel that Shipmate Harris’ financial situation warrants additional funds, I am
requesting an additional $2,000 for Shipmate Harris from the Welfare and Rehabilitation Reserve; now, therefore be
it
respond to Teresa at adminfra@fra.org by Thursday, January 9, 2014, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard
copy):
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 13-14: Resolved, That the National Board of Directors authorize the
expenditure of an additional $2,000 from the Welfare and Rehabilitation Reserve for a total grant of $2,500 as contained in the provisions of Article 9, Section 909(d), C&BL, FRA.
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NBR 14-14 OF APRIL 11, 2014
Resolved, That the 2013 FRA Post-Convention National Board of Directors meeting minutes be approved.
NBR 15-14 OF APRIL 11, 2014
Resolved, That the FRA enter into a contract with Harris Connect, and to provide them our membership list/roster, in
order to produce a FRA Memories Book, upon ratification by the delegates at the 87 th National Convention in Corpus Christi, TX.
NBR 16-14 OF APRIL 11, 2014
Resolved, That Branch 046 has requested use of the FRA membership list/roster for a branch home purchase property fund raising program, upon ratification by the delegates at the 87 th National Convention in Corpus Christi, TX.
NBR 17-14 OF APRIL 11, 2014
Resolved, That the firm of Tate and Tryon be selected to conduct the 2014 Fiscal Year Audit.
NBR 18-14 OF APRIL 11, 2014
Resolved, That the FRA Education Foundation be authorized to send electronic messages to FRA Shipmates for
whom we have e-mail addresses via the IMIS Informz system, requesting tax exempt contributions in support of annual scholarship awards during the annual November-December giving season to help expand awareness of the
Foundation’s important work which is directly related to FRA’s mission.
NBR 19-14 OF APRIL 11, 2014
Resolved, That the National Board of Directors suspend the charter of Ouachita Valley (West Monroe LA) Branch
119 for violation of Article 12, Sections 1217(d) and 1203(b), C&BL, FRA until such time as the branch has complied with the C&BL, FRA, and the Regional President South Central has ruled the branch to be in proper working
order.
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NBR 20-14 OF JUNE 27, 2014
Whereas, The National Board of Directors has received notification of Fresno CA Branch 249’s request to voluntarily surrender the Branch’s Charter; and
Whereas, Branch 249 has complied with the provisions of Article 12, Section 1211, C&BL, FRA; and
Whereas, Shipmate Regional President West Coast Peter McNamara believes it is in the best interest of the FRA to
accept the surrender of Branch 249’s Charter; and
Whereas, Branch 249 surrendered its Charter to the Regional President West Coast on June 2, 2014; and
Whereas, All members of Fresno CA Branch 249 who have not transferred to another branch by June 30, 2014 will
be transferred to the Membership-at-Large Roll; now, therefore be it
Resolved, That the request of Fresno CA Branch 249 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved; and
Resolved, That by copy of this Resolution, the Secretary of Branch 249 via the Regional President West Coast is
requested to forward all branch funds and property to the Finance Officer as soon as possible; and
the Membership-at-Large Roll on June 30, 2014; and
respond to Teresa at adminfra@fra.org by July 3, 2014, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard copy):
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 20-14: Resolved, That the request of Fresno CA Branch 249 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved.
NBR 21-14 OF MAY 13, 2014
Whereas, Regional President Southwest has received a letter, requesting the voluntary surrender of the Charter of
Camp Pendleton CA Branch 313; and
Whereas, Camp Pendleton CA Branch 313 has complied with the provisions of Article 12, Section 1211, C&BL,
FRA; and
Whereas, Shipmate Regional President Southwest Michael F. Fulton, believes it is in the best interest of the FRA that
the voluntary surrender of the Charter be accepted; and
Whereas, All members of Camp Pendleton CA Branch 313 who have not transferred to another branch by May 30,
2014 will be transferred to the Membership-at-Large Roll; now, therefore be it
Resolved, That the request of Camp Pendleton CA Branch 313 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved; and
Resolved, That by copy of this Resolution, the Secretary of Branch 313 via the Regional President Southwest is requested to forward all branch funds and property to the Finance Officer as soon as possible; and
the Membership-at-Large Roll on May 30, 2014; and
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respond to Teresa at adminfra@fra.org by May 21, 2014, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard copy):
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 21-14: Resolved, That the request of Camp Pendleton CA Branch 313
to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved.
NBR 22-14 OF JUNE 16, 2014
Whereas, Scranton Branch 288 has not held a meeting in over a year; and
Whereas, Scranton Branch 288 has no place to hold a meeting; and
Whereas, The branch Secretary/Treasurer has reported to the Staff of the Supreme Commander and the branch President is a patient at the VA home in Scranton not able to lead the branch; and
Whereas, Scranton PA Branch 288 has been declared defunct as described in the provisions of Article 12, Section
1206, C&BL, FRA; and
Whereas, All funds have been sent to the National Treasury in compliance with Article 12, Section 1206, C&BL,
FRA; and
Whereas, Shipmate Regional President Northeast/New England James E. Brown, believes it is in the best interest of
the FRA that the voluntary surrender of the Charter be accepted; and
Whereas, All members of Scranton PA 288 who have not transferred to another branch by June 30, 2014 will be
transferred to the Membership-at-Large Roll; now, therefore be it
Resolved, That the request of Scranton PA Branch 288 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved; and
Resolved, That by copy of this Resolution, the President of Branch 288 via the Regional President Northeast/New
England is requested to forward all property to the Finance Officer as soon as possible; and
respond to Teresa at adminfra@fra.org by June 23, 2014, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard copy):
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 22-14: Resolved, That the request of Scranton PA Branch 288 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved.
NBR 23-14 OF JUNE 26, 2014
Whereas, Charleston South Carolina Branch 50’s lack of member participation is causing difficulty in keeping the
branch in good working order; and
Whereas, Branch 50 voted to surrender their Charter in May 19, 2013, subsequent to completion of business with the
State of South Carolina; and
Whereas, Branch 50 has sold the current Branch Home and property; and
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Whereas, Branch 50 has submitted Desolution of Corporation Forms required by the State of South Carolina; and
Whereas, Branch 50 concluded its business with the State of South Carolina in May 2014; and
Whereas, Branch 50 has complied with the provisions of Article 12, Section 1211, C&BL, FRA; and
Whereas, Branch 50 surrendered its Charter and Branch Flag to the Regional President Southeast in May 2014; and
Whereas, The membership has voted and approved the disbursement of all funds to Non-Profit Organizations incompliance with Article 12, Section 1206, C&BL, FRA; and
Whereas, The Regional President Southeast feels it is in the best interest of the FRA to accept the surrender of
Branch 50’s Charter; and
Whereas, All members of Charleston SC Branch 50 who have not transferred to another branch by June 30, 2014
Resolved, That the request of Charleston SC Branch 50 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved; and
Resolved, That by copy of this Resolution, the Secretary of Branch 50 via the Regional President Southeast is requested to forward all branch financial records to the Finance Officer as soon as possible; and
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 23-14: Resolved, That the request of Charleston SC Branch 50 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved.
NBR 24-14 OF JULY 21, 2014
Whereas, A request for financial assistance has been received from RPSC Russell Miller on behalf of Shipmate
PRPSC Donald Larson; and
Whereas, A copy of the request from RPSC Miller is enclosed, which explains the reason; and
Whereas, I have directed the Finance Officer to prepare a check in the amount of $500 as authorized by Article 9,
Section 909(d), C&BL, FRA; and
Whereas, The Finance Officer and I feel that Shipmate Larson’s financial situation warrants additional funds, I am
requesting an additional $2,000 for Shipmate Larson from the Welfare and Rehabilitation Reserve; now, therefore be
it
respond to Teresa at adminfra@fra.org by Friday, July 25, 2014, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard copy):
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 24-14: Resolved, That the National Board of Directors authorize the
expenditure of an additional $2,000 from the Welfare and Rehabilitation Reserve for a total grant of $2,500 as contained in the provisions of Article 9, Section 909(d), C&BL, FRA.
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NBR 25-14 OF JULY 29, 2014
Whereas, A petition has been received in which a merger of Alamo City Branch 203 with Capital Area Branch 201 is
requested. Enclosure (1) provides the details on the requested merger; and
Whereas, Branch 203 originated the request and has complied with the provisions of reference (a) and Branch 201
has approved the proposed merger; and
Whereas, The Regional President South Central recommends approval of this merger; and
Whereas, The Chairman, Membership & Retention Committee will effect the transfer of members of Branch 203 to
Branch 201; now, therefore be it
respond to Teresa at adminfra@fra.org by Thursday, July 31, 2014, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard copy):
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 25-15: Resolved, That Branch 203 in accordance with the provisions
contained in Article 12, Section 1212, C&BL, FRA, be merged with Branch 201.
NBR 26-14 OF JULY 29, 2014
Whereas, The Regional President North Central has received notification of Wichita KS Branch 241’s request to
voluntarily surrender the Branch’s Charter; and
Whereas, Branch 241 has complied with the provisions of Article 12, Section 1211 and Section 1206, C&BL, FRA;
and
Whereas, Shipmate Regional President North Central Rick Wangen believes it is in the best interest of FRA to accept the surrender of Branch 241’s Charter; and
Whereas, Branch 241 surrendered its Charter to the Regional President North Central; and
Whereas, All members of Wichita KS Branch 241 who have not transferred to another branch by July 31, 2014 will
be transferred to the Membership-at-Large Roll; now, therefore be it
Resolved, That the request of Wichita KS Branch 241 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved; and
Resolved, That by copy of this Resolution, the Secretary of Branch 241 via the Regional President North Central is
the Membership-at-Large Roll on July 31, 2014; and
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 26-14: Resolved, That the request of Wichita KS Branch 241 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved.
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NBR 27-14 OF AUGUST 4, 2014
Whereas, The FRA National Committee on Budget and Finance (NCBF) met on July 16 & 17, 2014 at the FRA National Headquarters; and
Whereas, The NCBF was briefed by Shipmate James Webb regarding the status of the FRA’s investment performance; and
Whereas, The current Board approved Statement of Investment Objectives & Policies has not been revised since
2008; and
Whereas, Shipmate Webb provided the Committee with council regarding the desired composition and structure of
the FRA’s investment portfolio; and
Whereas, Article 8, Section 811(e), C&BL, FRA, states “The Committee shall establish an investment/reinvestment
program for Association funds using the assistance of a professional financial consultant/broker;” now, therefore be
it
Resolved, That the attached Statement of Investment Objectives and Policies, dated July 28, 2014, be approved as a
document detailing the guidelines and restrictions for all FRA investment vehicles; and
Resolved, That the following Investment Objective Policy Statement is presented to the National Board of Directors
for an e-mail vote (please respond to Teresa at adminfra@fra.org by Monday, August 11, 2014, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard copy):
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 27-14: Resolved, The attached investment Objectives & Policies
Statement be approved by the National Board of Directors as a Statement Outlining the Objectives & Policies applicable to all FRA Investment Funds.
Votes: 12 affirmative.
NBR 28-14 OF AUGUST 14, 2104
Whereas, The Regional President North Central has received a letter, requesting the voluntary surrender of the Charter of Ottumwa IA Branch 300; and
Whereas, Ottumwa IA Branch 300 has complied with the provisions of Article 12, Section 1211, C&BL, FRA; and
Whereas, Shipmate Regional President North Central Rick L. Wangen believes it is in the best interest of the FRA
that the voluntary surrender of Branch 300’s Charter be accepted; and
Whereas, All members of Ottumwa IA Branch 300 who have not transferred to another branch by August 29, 2014,
Resolved, That the request of Ottumwa IA Branch 300 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved; and
Resolved, That by copy of this Resolution, the Secretary of Branch 300 via the Regional President North Central is
the Membership-at-Large Roll on August 29, 2014; and
respond to Teresa at adminfra@fra.org by August 19, 2014, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard copy):
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NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 28-14: Resolved, That the request of Ottumwa IA Branch 300 to voluntarily surrender the Branch Charter be approved.
NBR 29-14 OF SEPTEMBER 18, 2014
Whereas, The FRA owns and operates a vehicle used for FRA business purposes that is garaged at the FRA National
Headquarters; and
Whereas, The vehicle was involved in a collision on September 11, 2014, in Alexandria, VA. There were only minor
injuries in this collision; and
Whereas, As a result of this collision the vehicle was determined to be a total loss by the insurance company adjusters; and
Whereas, The driver that struck the FRA vehicle was ticketed by the City of Alexandria for Failure to Stop at a Red
Light; and
Whereas, Article 9, Section 903 (b), C&BL, FRA, states “If it is determined by the National Board of Directors, after
recommendation of the National Committee on Budget and Finance, that the appropriation for any budget line item
is insufficient then, by a two-thirds vote, the National Board of Directors may approve an over expenditure of the
total budget, not exceeding 3 percent (3%) of the budget during the fiscal year,” now; therefore be it
Resolved, That the FRA National Headquarters and the National President be authorized to expend up to $9,000.00,
to pay the difference between the appraised value of the damaged FRA vehicle and the total cost of a similar replacement vehicle. This is a capitalized expense that will be depreciated over the estimated useful life of the vehicle
and thus will have no direct 2014 budget line item implications; and
Resolved, That this Resolution be presented to the National Board of Directors for an e- mail vote (please respond to
adminfra@fra.org by Thursday, September 25, 2014, and be sure to follow-up by a signed hard copy):
NATIONAL BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 29-14: Resolved, The FRA National Headquarters and the National
President are authorized to expend up to $9,000.00, to pay the difference between the appraised value of the damaged FRA vehicle and the total cost of a similar replacement vehicle.
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NOMINATING RESOLUTIONS FOR NATIONAL OFFICERS
FOR CONSIDERATION AT THE 87th NATIONAL CONVENTION, FRA
NATIONAL PRESIDENT
PEARL HARBOR-HONOLULU BRANCH 46
NOMINATING RESOLUTION
Whereas, The delegates assembled at the 87th National Convention of the Fleet Reserve Association in Corpus Christi, Texas in October 2014, have the duty and responsibility of electing a dedicated, experienced, and qualified shipmate to the office of National President for the Association year 2014-2015, and
Whereas, The assembled delegates realize that the shipmate elected must possess leadership, integrity, and perseverance necessary for this most important office and at the same time ensure he meets the prerequisites of Loyalty, Protection, and Service; and
Whereas, Pearl Harbor-Honolulu Branch 46 has within its membership a shipmate who possesses these important
attributes and will provide the highest standards to the office and to the shipmates of the Fleet Reserve Association;
and
Whereas, This shipmate has served at the Branch level with positions on the Board of Directors, Chairman of the
Membership and Retention Committee, Chaplain, Secretary, (3 years) Vice President, President, (two terms) and has
served on various other committees; and
Whereas, This shipmate has served the Northwest Region as the Chairman of various committees, Chaplain, member
of the Past Regional Presidents Advisory Committee, Secretary (2 years) and Regional President 2006-2007; and
Whereas, This shipmate has served at the National level on various committees including; National Board of Directors, Public Relations, Americanism/Patriotism, Youth Activities, Credentials, Time and Place and was the Acting
National Chaplain at the 2012 National Convention held in Reno, Nevada, and has served as member of the Budget
and Finance Committee (three years); and
Whereas, The shipmates of Pearl Harbor-Honolulu Branch 46, Fleet Reserve Association know that this dedicated
shipmate’s experience and devotion to our Association qualifies him to continue to serve his shipmates; and
Whereas, The shipmates of Pearl Harbor-Honolulu Branch 46, Fleet Reserve Association at a regularly scheduled
monthly meeting held on November 13th, 2013, a quorum being present, did unanimously vote to place the name of
National Vice President John D. Ippert, in nomination for the office of National President, Fleet Reserve Association
for the Association year 2014-2015; and be it further
Resolved, That Pearl Harbor-Honolulu Branch 46 urges all branches of the Fleet Reserve Association to support and
endorse the candidacy of National Vice President, John D. Ippert, for the office of National President, Fleet Reserve
Association.
JULIAN ”JJ” WYNN
President
JOHN D. IPPERT
Secretary
--------------------------------------THE ABOVE NOMINATION HAS BEEN ENDORSED BY BRANCHES: 104, 207, 159, 254, 269, 290, 175, 172,
335, 208, 5, 226, 309, 41, 267, 70, and 38.
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HIGH SIERRA BRANCH 274
Whereas, The delegates assembled at the 87th National Convention of the Fleet Reserve Association in Corpus Christi, TX in 14-19 October 2014, have the duty and responsibility of electing a dedicated, experienced, and qualified
shipmate to the office of National President for the Association year 2014-2015; and
Whereas, The assembled delegates realize that the shipmate elected must possess leadership, integrity, and perseverance necessary for this most important office; and at the same time ensuring he meets the prerequisites of Loyalty,
Protection, and Service; and
Whereas, High Sierra Branch 274, has within its membership a shipmate who possesses these important attributes
and will provide the highest standards to the office and to the shipmates of the Fleet Reserve Association; and
Whereas, This shipmate has served at the branch level with positions on the board of directors, as treasurer, as vice
president, president, and collateral duties as committee member, chairman, or advisor; and
Whereas, This shipmate has served nationally as Chairman, Americanism-Patriotism Committee, standing and convention (two terms); and as a member or advisor of at least four other national committees; and for five years served
as a director representing the West Coast Region of the Past Regional Presidents’ Club; serving on the Coalition of
the Board of Directors of the VAV’s Reno and served as the National Vice President and currently serving as the
National President
Whereas, The shipmates of High Sierra Branch 274, Fleet Reserve Association, know that this dedicated shipmate’s
experience and devotion to our Association qualifies him to continue to serve his shipmates; now, therefore be it
Resolved, That High Sierra Branch 274, Fleet Reserve Association, at a regularly scheduled monthly meeting held on
27 March 2014, a quorum being present, did unanimously vote to place the name of National President Virgil P.
Courneya, in nomination for the office of National President, Fleet Reserve Association, for the Association year
2014-2015; and be it further
Resolved, That High Sierra Branch 274 earnestly solicits the support and endorsement of all branches of the Fleet
Reserve Association for the candidacy of National President, Virgil P. Courneya, for the office of National President,
Fleet Reserve Association.
PETER J. MCNAMARA
President
VIRGIL P. COURNEYA
Secretary
--------------------------------------THE ABOVE NOMINATION HAS BEEN ENDORSED BY BRANCHES: 137 and 40.
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NATIONAL VICE PRESIDENT
CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS BRANCH 94
Whereas, The delegates assembled at the 87th National Convention of the FRA in Corpus Christi, TX to be held 1518 October 2014, will have the duty and responsibility of electing a dedicated, experienced, and qualified shipmate
to the office of National Vice President for the Association year 2014-2015; and
Whereas, The assembled delegates realize that the shipmate elected must possess leadership, integrity and perseverance necessary for this most important office; and at the same time ensure he meets the prerequisites of Loyalty, Protection and Service; and
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Whereas, this shipmate has been a member of the FRA since 1992, earning his Life Membership in 2009 through the
association’s recruit 34 Life Membership program. Corpus Christi, TX Branch 94, has within its membership a
shipmate who possesses these important attributes, and will provide the highest standards to the office and to the
shipmates of the FRA; and
Whereas, this shipmate has served at the Branch level with positions of the Board of Directors, as Chairman of the
Membership and Retention Committee, Public Relations, as Chaplain, as Secretary/Treasurer (3 years), President (5
years) and has served on various other committees; and
Whereas, this shipmate has served at Regional level as Regional Treasurer, Regional Vice President, Regional President (2 years), Regional Chairman (2 years) and is currently serving as the South Central Parliamentarian and has
served as Chairman of Youth Activities, Americanism/Patriotism, and served on various other committees; and
Whereas, this shipmate has won several membership awards including the prestigious Frank J. McPherson Award for
membership year 2007; and
Whereas, this shipmate has served as Co-Chairman of the National Committee for Membership and Retention, National Chairman of Public Relations Committee, Chairman of the 87th National Convention, Member of the 80th National Convention Committee, and served on various other committees, he has presented the Convention 101 Workshop for new Convention Attendees for last 7 years.
Whereas, the shipmates at Corpus Christi, TX Branch 94, FRA know that this dedicated shipmate’s experience and
devotion to our Association qualifies him to continue to serve his shipmates; now therefore be it
Resolved, that Corpus Christi, TX Branch 94, FRA at a regularly scheduled monthly meeting held on 10 November
2013, a quorum being present, did unanimously vote to place the name of Past Regional President South Central
Donald (Don) E. Larson in nomination for the Office of National Vice President, FRA for the Association Year
2014-2015; and be it further
Resolved, that Corpus Christi, TX Branch 94, FRA earnestly solicits the support and endorsement of all Branches of
the FRA for the candidacy of Past Regional President South Central Donald (Don) E. Larson for the office of National Vice President, FRA.
WALTER J. MOORE, JR.
President
PRPSC DONALD (DON) E. LARSON
Secretary
358, 324, 73, 14, 259, 74, 154, 334, 38, 5, 307, 47, 70, and 201.
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GASPARILLA BRANCH 188
Whereas, It is the duty and responsibility of the delegates assembled at the 87 th National Convention of the FRA in
Corpus Christi, Texas, in October 2014 to elect a person, dedicated, experienced, knowledgeable, and respected
Shipmate to serve in the office of National Vice President, for the Association Year 2014-2015; and
Whereas, Gasparilla Branch 188 Tampa Florida is extremely proud to have within its membership an eminently qualified and experienced Shipmate that exemplifies the FRA three cardinal principles of LOYALTY, PROTECTION
AND SERVICE; and
Whereas, This Shipmate has been a continuous member since February 1985 and a life member for over twenty
years; he has served as Branch President of two different branches (11 yrs Br 278 and since 2003 as Branch 188
President), served on or chaired Southeast Region Youth Activity Committee, Financial Committee, Membership
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Committee, Public Relations Committee., and served with distinction as Regional Vice President 2006-2007 and as
Regional President 2007-2008
Whereas, At the National Level he has served on the Youth Activity Committee, Chaired the Youth Activity Committee, served on the Public Relations Committee, Chaired the Public Relations Committee, served on the Legislative Committee, served on the Membership Committee., served on two special committee for conduction of the National Convention including the Chairmanship of the committee for the convention at Spartanburg, South Carolina in
the year 2010 and is currently the Chairman of the Future Planning Committee for 2014/2015.
Resolved, The Shipmates of Gasparilla Branch Tampa, Florida, at a regularly scheduled meeting held November
20,2013, a quorum being present, did unanimously and proudly place the name of Shipmate Past Regional President
Southeast Roger E. Mitchell in nomination for the office of National Vice President, Fleet Reserve Association, for
the Association Year 2014-2015; and be it further
Resolved, That Gasparilla Branch 188 earnestly solicit the support and endorsement of all Branches in the Association for the candidacy of Shipmate Past Regional President Southeast Roger E. Mitchell for the office of National
Vice President, Fleet Reserve Association, for the Association Year 2014-2015.
PRPSE ROGER E. MITCHELL
President
S/M ROBERT L. HOGAN
Secretary
109, 227, 254, 335, 26, 110, 250, 269, 302, 44, 72, 34, 118, 146, 74, 84, 290, 175, 12, 126, 87, 154, 210, 179, 215,
186, 245, 172, 106, 102, 23, 251, 292, 263, 301, 197, 226, 41, 214, 309, 273, 208, 112, 147, 229, and 6.
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HONORARY MEMBERSHIP
HONORARY MEMBERSHIP RESOLUTION
DEL HERRMANN BRANCH 299
Whereas, The Constitution and Bylaws of the FRA, Article 3, Sections 307 and 308 provide for the election to honorary membership of persons not otherwise eligible for membership, but who have rendered distinguished service to
the FRA; and
Whereas, The Shipmates of Del Herrmann Branch 299 are personally aware of a highly dedicated individual who by
thought, word and deed epitomizes “Loyalty, Protection and Service”, and
Whereas, The person is an Honorable World War II Veteran of the Army Air Corps successfully flying 26 bombing
missions when the average was 12 before being shot down, and 25 earned a trip home; and
Whereas, This person retired at the rank of Major from the USAF, and chose the civilian occupation of teacher, and
Veteran advocate, helping numerous members of the FRA among other organizations; and
Whereas, This Honorable person established the New Hanover County Veterans Council which included then Wilmington FRA Branch 299 and participated in the State Veteran Council, founding the local Homeless Veteran
Standdown to help less fortunate Shipmates and Veterans, now in its 15 th year; and
Whereas, This Honorable person was responsible for establishing a County Veteran Service Officer for the Counties
19,000 plus veterans; and
Whereas, This Honorable person worked tirelessly with Congress and local officials to establish a Veterans Administration (VA) clinic which crew to become a larger Community Based Outpatient Clinic and is now upgraded to a
VA Super Clinic for the region; and
Whereas, This Honorable person has the distinction of being known as a “Professional Veteran” revered by all
community veteran organizations for his life’s work toward the betterment of veterans including annual ceremonies
for Memorial Day, Independence Day and Veterans Day; and be it
Resolved, That the Shipmates of Del Herrmann Branch 299 at a regular business meeting on 17 August 2013, a
quorum being present did unanimously and without reservation vote to recommend the Honorable Tommy Townsend, for honorary membership in the FRA; and be it further,
Resolved, That all branches of the FRA are earnestly solicited to support the nomination of Mr. Tommy Townsend,
for honorary membership in the FRA.
RONALD MEYER
President
JOY WALKER
Secretary
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NAME
President
DEL HERRMANN BRANCH 299
NAME
Secretary
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HONORARY MEMBERSHIP RESOLUTION
WASHINGTON, DC BRANCH 4
Whereas, Article 3, Section 306, Constitution and Bylaws of Fleet Reserve Association provides for the election as
Honorary Members of the Fleet Reserve Association, of those individual not eligible for membership and who have
performed a great service to the membership and the Association;
Whereas, FRA Branch Four is aware that Ms. Emilie Gaborne Dearing with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN,
in Mental Health and Substance Abuse from the University of Maryland), RN, Advanced Practice RN (APRN). who
has rendered distinguished service to the shipmates of the Association;
Whereas, She had rendered distinguished assistance and support to the FRA Branch Four. for several years;
Whereas, She has volunteered several weeks of Medical Mission to several provinces in the Philippines and local
health screening to some churches and community events;
Whereas, Her total dedication FRA Branch Four in referring qualified veterans for membership to FRA, exemplifies
its three cardinal rules of Loyalty, Protection and Service;
Resolved, That the Shipmates of the FRA Branch Four, on June 7, 2014 meeting, with a Quorum present, placed the
name of Ms. Emilie Gaborne Dearing’s nomination for the coveted honor of an Honorary Membership in the Fleet
Reserve Association, and
Resolved, that the Shipmates of Branch Four solicit all other Shipmates to earnestly support the nomination of this
Outstanding Candidate for honorary Membership to FRA.
JOHN EDA
President
GREGORY MATHIS
Secretary
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WASHINGTON, DC BRANCH 4
This statement is to document the performance of Ms. Emilie Gaborne Dearing, nominee for Honorary Membership
in Fleet Reserve Association Branch Four.
Ms. Emilie Gaborne Dearing along with the Philippine Nurses Association of the Metro Washington D.C., had been
assisting FRA, Branch Four to ensure that its donation to the Philippine Medical Mission is equally allocated and
distributed.
Ms. Emilie Gaborne Dearing is lending her organizational expertise in assisting FRA Branch Four in the formation
of its Auxiliary Unit.
Ms. Emilie Gaborne Dearing is not eligible for Membership in the FRA. For the above stated reasons, the members
of FRA Branch Four, strongly recommend this dedicated Lady, whom we would be proud to call “Shipmate”.
JOHN EDA
President
GREGORY MATHIS
Secretary
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CERTIFICATE OF MERIT
CERTIFICATE OF MERIT RESOLUTION
BRANCH
NAME
President
NAME
Secretary
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LETTERS OF INTENT
LETTER OF INTENT NO.
Chairman
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GENERAL RESOLUTIONS
GENERAL RESOLUTION
BRANCH
Whereas,
NAME
President
NAME
Secretary
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GENERAL RESOLUTION NO.
BRANCH
NAME
President
NAME
Secretary
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CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS RESOLUTIONS
CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS RESOLUTION NO. 1
MEMBERSHIP & RETENTION CMTE
Whereas, Article 4, Section 401(a), C&BL, FRA, pertains to membership dues in the FRA shall be thirty dollars
($30) per annum, payable in advance, except as provided in Section 401(b); and
Whereas, as of January 1, 2015, it will be six years since the last membership dues increase; and
Whereas, the cost-of-living adjustments (COLA’s) have increased by eleven point one percent (11.1%) from January
2009 to January 2014; and
Whereas, during the same period the cost to provide services to each member has increased by over $12.00 (from
$48.50 to $60.73); and
Whereas, since maintaining operations and providing expanded services by the FRA to members is not sustainable;
now, therefore be it
Resolved, That Article 4, Section 401(a) and 401(b), C&BL, FRA be amended to read as follows:
Section 401(a). Membership dues in the FRA shall be thirty-five dollars ($35) per annum, payable in advance, except as provided in Section 401(b). No refund of membership dues is authorized subsequent to receipt by the Finance Officer, except as provided for in Article 5, Section 511.
Section 401(b). A membership dues discount may be obtained at the following standard rates and conditions.
(1). For a payment of two years, a discount of twenty percent (20%) of the total dues sum ($56) is authorized for new members with an annual renewal rate of thirty-five dollars ($35) thereafter.
(2). For an advance payment of two or three years, a discount of five percent (5%) of the total dues sum
($67 and $100, respectively) is authorized.
(3). For an advance payment of five years, a discount of ten percent (10%) of the total dues sum ($158) is
authorized.
(4). For payment by allotment, a discount of six percent (6%) of the total dues sum ($33) is authorized. That
is a monthly allotment amount of $2.75; and be it further
Resolved, That this amendment become effective January 1, 2015.
This is to certify that this resolution was proposed at the bi-monthly conference call of the National Committee on
Membership and Retention on May 21, 2014, distributed, read, debated, and adopted by majority vote through email
on June 14, 2014.
PLEASALA J. COLLINS
Chairman
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Whereas, Article 4, Section 401(k), C&BL, FRA, specifies that fifty percentage of each branch member’s dues received by the Finance Officer shall be forwarded monthly to the respective branch; and
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Whereas, as of January 1, 2015, forty-four (44) years will have elapsed since the last change of the dues distribution
formula to the Branches, per action by delegates to the 43 rd National Convention, September 7-12, 1970 in Denver,
CO; and
Whereas, since that time fifty percent of membership dues has been repaid to the branch for each new and renewing
branch member; and
Whereas, the cost to the Fleet Reserve Association to provide programs and expanded services to each member has
increased from $48.15 in 2009 to $60.73 in 2013; and
Whereas, the Fleet Reserve Association receives only $15.00 in dues for each branch member; and
Whereas, the increasing dependence on other sources of income in addition to dues to cover the difference of $46.00
to provide services to each branch member and $31.00 for each MAL membership is unsustainable and not sound
fiscal policy; now, therefore be it
Resolved, That Article 4, Section 401(k) be amended to read as follows:
Section 401(k). Forty percent of each branch member’s dues received by the Finance Officer shall be forwarded monthly to the respective branch.
Membership and Retention on May 21, 2014, distributed, read, debated and adopted by a majority vote through
email on June 17, 2014.
PLEASALA J. COLLINS
Chairman
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Whereas, Article 4, Section 405(e) pertains to partial payments may be made to the Finance Officer on the following
schedule: (1) Quarterly (four equal payments in one year); (2) Semi-annual (two equal payments in one year); (3) Biannual (four equal payments in two years); and
Whereas, these three payment options are not the most efficient accounting method to offer installment payments to
pay life membership dues; and
Whereas, Article 4, Section 405(f) pertains to partial payment fees will be based on the age of the applicant at the
time of the application; all payments will be completed within one or two years from the date the first partial payment is received; regular annual dues must be paid by new and reinstated members, in addition to the partial payments of the life membership fee; once a partial payment schedule is initiated, money held in escrow will not be returned for further dues payment; and
Whereas, the requirement to make partial payment fees within one or two years from the date of the first payment is
not feasible because of the length of time especially over a two year period and the requirement that regular annual
dues must be paid by new and reinstated members prior to applying for life membership is not the best alternative for
members to obtain life membership; now, therefore be it
Resolved, That Article 4, Sections 405(e) and 405(f), be amended to read as follows:
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Section 405(e). Life membership fees may be made to the Finance Officer using the following payment/installment plans:
(1) Payment in full at the time of submitting the life member application
(2) Quarterly (four equal payments over a 12 month period)
(3) Monthly (twelve equal payments over a 12 month period)
Section 405(f). Partial payment fees will be based on the age of the applicant. All payments will be completed within 12 months from the date the first partial payment is received. If using the partial or installment
payment plan, the first payment will be counted towards paying regular annual dues, which will entitle the
member to be a regular member in the FRA but not a life member until all payments have been received.
Membership and Retention May 21, 2014, distributed, read, debated and adopted by a majority vote through email
on June 17, 2014.
PLEASALA J. COLLINS
Chairman
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PINETREE BRANCH 156
Whereas, Article 12, Section 1215(b), Constitution and Bylaws (C&BL), provides for each branch to elect a Vice
President, or First Vice President if a First Vice President and Second Vice President division is desired;
Whereas, Article 7, Section 702(a), C&BL, states each region of the Fleet Reserve Association shall elect a Regional
President and a Regional Vice President;
Whereas, Geographical boundaries of the regions consists of between six and ten states which expands the regional
presidents scope of responsibility and added travel requirements; and
Whereas, Permitting a region the option of electing a Vice President, or First Vice President if a First Vice President
and Second Vice President division is desired would provide additional support for the regional president and also
provide additional training time for fleeting up to regional president; therefore, be it
Resolved, That Article 7, Section 702(a), C&BL shall be amended to read:
Article 7, Section 702(a). Each region of the Fleet Reserve Association shall elect a Regional President, and
Regional Vice President or a First Vice President and Second Vice President division is desired.
Resolved, That Pinetree Branch 156, urges all branches of the Fleet Reserve Association to support and endorse the
above resolution.
This is to certify the shipmates of the Pinetree Branch 156, Fleet Reserve Association at a regularly scheduled
monthly meeting held on May 15, 2014, a quorum being present, did read, debate, and unanimously vote to place
this resolution before the delegates assembled at the 87th National Convention of the Fleet Reserve Association in
Corpus Christi, TX.
READ E. RICH, JR.
President
PAUL F. LOVELESS, JR.
Secretary
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NAVY DEPARTMENT BRANCH 181
Whereas, Article 8, Section 810 (a), C&BL, FRA, provides for National Standing Committees of the Fleet Reserve
Association;
Whereas, Article 8, Section 810 (a), C&BL, FRA, does not provide for a National Standing Committee on Veterans
Service;
Whereas, since the Association’s founding the FRA has been representing the veteran’ community before the Veterans Administration and now the Department of Veterans Affair since 1927;
Whereas, Congress recognized the FRA as a Federally Chartered Veterans Service Organization in 1996, and is recognized as an accredited organization to provide representation for claimants before all levels of the VA;
Whereas, FRA is an active participant in the VA Voluntary Service Program and is a member of the National Advisory Committee since 1946;
Whereas, FRA has provided testimony to Veterans Affairs and other key Congressional committees, endorses the
standing VSO authored “Independent Budget”, meets regularly with key VA leadership and has been a seated member of the National Veterans Day Committee since 2007;
Whereas, the delegates of the FRA 78th National Convention approved to expand membership to sea service enlisted
veterans; and the delegates of the FRA 82nd National Convention established an Association Veteran Service Officer
policy; and
Whereas, a National Standing Committee can provide guidance and focus on this community of membership to the
entire Association, and assist in continual outreach, education and appropriate reporting to membership on veterans
programs; now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That Article 8, Section 810 (a), C&BL, FRA is amended by adding:
“Section 810 (a) (11), National Committee on Veterans Service;” and
Resolved, That Article 8, C&BL, FRA is amended by adding;
“Section 821. Duties of the National Committee on Veterans Service.
“Section 821(a). The Committee shall consist of the Director, National Service or designated FRA accredited National Representative as permanent chairman, and eight members, one from each region. A member’s
term shall be for three years with a minimum of two members replaced or reappointed each year by the incoming National President.
“Section 821(b). Committee members shall be either VA accredited as veteran service officer representing
FRA or designated as a FRA Representative or Deputy Representative for the VA Voluntary Service program at a VA medical facility.
“Section 821(c). It shall solicit the cooperation of branch chairman of this committee and instill the importance of this committee at the branch level.
“Section 821(d). Duties of the committee shall be: To oversee the FRA VSO and VAVS programs, providing education and outreach of same to the membership of the Association, including the policies and regulations associated with the programs; to report on the number and activities of FRA accredited VSO repre-
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sentatives and representatives in the VAVS program in each region; to solicit branches and Shipmates to
become involved in departments of veterans on the state, local or national level, including VA regional offices, medical facilities, state or national veteran cemeteries or veteran homes; and to annually recognize
outstanding service by a Shipmate in service to veterans.
“Section 821(e). The Chairman shall make an annual report to the National Board of Directors and the Nat
ional Convention.”, and
Resolved, That Standing Rule 7, SR-7(a) (2), C&BL, FRA is amended by adding;
“(2) Each Branch shall submit the following reports if the Branch President has appointed such committee:
Americanism-Patriotism, Hospitals, Welfare and Rehabilitation, Public Relations, Youth Activities and
Veterans Service to the regional chairman of the appropriate committee prior to the convening of the regional convention. A copy of these reports shall be forwarded to the Regional President and one copy retained in the branch files.”, and
Resolved, That Standing Rule 7, C&BL, FRA is amended by adding;
“SR-7(g). Veterans Service – The National Committee on Veterans Service shall select one outstanding
member recognized as “Shipmate of the Year” Award for National Veterans Service.”
This is to certify that this resolution was proposed at a regular meeting of Navy Department Branch 181 held on the
3rd day of May, 2014, read, debated and adopted by a unanimous vote at a subsequent regular meeting held on the 5 th
day of June, 2014, a quorum being present.
ROBERT WASHINGTON, SR.
President
CHRISTOPHER J. SLAWINSKI
Secretary
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PINETREE BRANCH 156
Whereas, The 85th National Convention of the Fleet Reserve Association approved the combining of the New England and the Northeast Region;
Whereas, The region was named the Northeast/New England Region, that became effective at the close of the 86 th
National Convention of the Fleet Reserve Association;
Whereas, The Northeast/New England Region does not fully describe the new regions boundaries and is cumbersome to use;
Whereas, The Northeast/New England Region include all overseas branches north of the fortieth parallel;
Whereas, Rota Spain is in the process of a buildup of four DDG’s and a support functions stationed at the Naval Station and the possibility of a new branch in Rota Spain in the future; and
Whereas, That changing the name from The Northeast/New England Region to the North Atlantic Region is a name
that flows and is more descriptive of the region and leads to unity of the new region; now therefore, be it
Resolved, That Article 11, Section 1101(a), shall be amended to read;
Article 11, Section 1101(a). North Atlantic Region: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire,
New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and all branches overseas in the Atlantic,
north of the fortieth parallel, north.
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Resolved, That Sections 1101(c) through 1101(i) be renumbered Section 1101(b) through 1101(h); and
Resolved, That Pinetree Branch 156, urges all branches of the Fleet Reserve Association to support and endorse the
above resolution to change the name of the region from the Northeast/New England Region to the North Atlantic
Region.
This is to certify the shipmates of Pinetree Branch 156, Fleet Reserve Association, at a regularly scheduled monthly
meeting held on May 15, 2014, a quorum being present, did Read and debate and unanimously vote to place this
resolution before the delegates assembled at the 87th National Convention of the Fleet Reserve Association in Corpus
Christi, TX.
READ E. RICH, JR.
President
PAUL F. LOVELESS, JR.
Secretary
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CBL&R COMMITTEE
Whereas, Article 13, Section 1301 of the Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) Constitution and Bylaws (C&BL) authorizes the charter of an auxiliary pursuant to its authority granted by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania;
and
Whereas, Article 13, Section 1304 of the FRA C&BL recognizes the New York charter issued to the Ladies Auxiliary of the FRA (LAFRA). The New York charter authorizes the organization of legally constituted Units recognized
by the FRA and its Branches; and
Whereas, Article 13, Section 1306 FRA C&BL states the FRA Auxiliary shall have the authority to establish a National Organization, organize groups known as Units, levy dues for membership therein, to form Regions, to elect
and have national officers, and to adopt a C&BL and amend same. Said LAFRA C&BL and any amendments thereto, shall be submitted to the FRA National Board of Directors for ratification; and
Whereas, Article 13, Sections 1304 and 1306 are in conflict with Article 13, Section 1309; and
Whereas, it seems illogical to refer LAFRA C&BL amendments to the FRA National Board of Directors when FRA
delegates are in convention; and
Whereas, whenever the topic of the LAFRA is brought up at FRA gatherings, almost universal agreement is voiced
to do whatever is necessary to support the LAFRA as the continued well-being of the LAFRA is integral to the wellbeing of the FRA; and
Whereas, statistically, women live six years longer than men but membership in the LAFRA is dropping more quickly than it is for the FRA due in large part because healthy, active Units are forced to disband when a sponsoring
Branch relinquishes its charter due to old age and/or death; and
Whereas, mandatory direct sponsorship of Units by Branches is rather parochial and places Units in the untenable
position of dual chains of command; therefore be it
Resolved, that Article 13 FRA C&BL be amended to read as follows:
Article 13 – FRA Auxiliary
Section 1301. Authorization – The Fleet Reserve Association authorizes and has chartered an auxiliary pursuant to
its authority granted by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The FRA Auxiliary has authority to adopt
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suitable legal and trade names, logos, and ceremonial attire, except that male members shall not be compelled to
exhibit any feminine insignia.
Section 1302. Governing Body – The governing body of the FRA Auxiliary is the National Board of Directors of the
FRA between National Conventions or FRA delegates in Convention. Any action taken by the National Board of
Directors of the FRA or FRA delegates in Convention in relation to the FRA Auxiliary shall be subject to the provisions of Sections 501 and 802.
Section 1303. Distinction from FRA – The FRA Auxiliary is sponsored by the FRA; however its members shall not
pay dues to the national treasury of the FRA nor shall they have any vote in the affairs of the FRA unless specifically
authorized in the C&BL or Standing Rules of the FRA.
Section 1304. New York Charter – The FRA recognizes the charter issued to the Ladies Auxiliary of the FRA by the
State of New York. Units which are organized under said charter shall be recognized by the FRA and its branches as
legally constituted units.
Section 1305. Membership Eligibility – Membership eligibility shall be determined by the FRA Auxiliary in compliance with Internal Revenue Service regulations governing membership in the auxiliary of veteran’s organizations.
Section 1306. Organization – The FRA Auxiliary shall have authority to establish a National Organization, to organize groups to be known as Units, to levy dues for membership therein, to form Regions, to elect and have national
officers, and to adopt a Constitution and Bylaws and amend same. Said Constitution and Bylaws, and any amendments thereto, shall be submitted to the National Board of Directors of the FRA or the FRA delegates in convention
for ratification.
Section 1306(a). Sponsorship for Unit – A FRA branch wishing to sponsor a FRA Auxiliary Unit must notify the
entire membership of the branch at least ten days prior to a regularly scheduled meeting. A majority vote of the
branch membership is required in order to sponsor a Unit. If the majority of a branch votes to sponsor a Unit of the
FRA Auxiliary, the branch president and secretary shall so inform, in writing, the applicable FRA Auxiliary Regional
President and the National President of the FRA Auxiliary.
Section 1306(b). Sponsorship for a Unit by a prospective Branch – During the organizational process outlined in
Article 12, Section 1201; a majority vote of petitioners requesting sponsorship of a Unit must receive the endorsement of the FRA National Board of Directors prior to notification of the FRA Auxiliary Regional and National Presidents.
Section 1306(c). Name and Numbering of Units – A Unit of the FRA Auxiliary may not utilize a name or number
which has already been used or is still in use unless said Unit is being reconstituted. A Unit of the FRA Auxiliary
sponsored by a FRA branch shall be assigned the number and name of its sponsoring branch.
Section 1306(d). Unauthorzied Auxiliary – No branch of the FRA may grant authority to establish an auxiliary not
associated with the FRA Auxiliary.
Section 1307. National Officers – The National Board of Directors of the FRA Auxiliary shall be: National President, National Vice President, National Executive Secretary, National Financial Secretary, National Treasurer, President of each region, and the Junior Past National President and such other additional national officers as shall be
determined by the membership, with such titles as they deem proper.
Section 1308. Branch Jurisdiction
Section 1308(a). A branch shall have the authority to interpret and apply the law in matters pertaining to its sponsored Auxiliary. The Unit shall submit its bylaws and amendments thereto to the branch for ratification.
Section 1308(b). Such jurisdiction shall include, but is not necessarily limited to: The right to discipline over the
Unit and its officers and members in the manner outlined in Article 5 when in the opinion of the branch the action, or
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conduct, of its Unit or any of its officers or members, is considered to be not in the best interest of the branch or the
FRA.
Section 1308(c). Inasmuch as Section 1312(a) provides for the revocation of a sponsored Unit’s charter, any lesser
form of such action such as suspension would be legal and is included in the authority granted by this section; therefore, a branch is authorized to suspend its unit’s charter for such period of time as may be deemed necessary or desirable for the best interest of the branch and/or the FRA. Any such action is, of course, subject to appeal as outlined
in Article 5.
Section 1308(d). Section 1220 authorizes the Branch Board of Directors to act for the branch between meetings;
therefore, a Branch Board of Directors has the authority to suspend the charter of its sponsored Unit until appropriate
action is taken at a regular meeting of the branch.
Section 1308(e). Nothing contained in this section is to be construed as depriving the Auxiliary of the right to discipline within its ranks as provided for by its Constitution and Bylaws.
Section 1309. Branch charter Suspension or Revocation or Surrendered /Effect on Unit – When the charter of a
branch sponsoring a Unit is suspended, revoked or voluntarily surrendered; the sponsored Unit of the FRA Auxiliary,
upon a majority vote of its members, shall be permitted to conduct Auxiliary business. The Unit president and secretary shall so inform, in writing, the applicable FRA Auxiliary Regional President and National President whom will,
in turn, notify the FRA Regional President and National President of the termination of the sponsorship.
Section 1310. C&BL and Standing Rules Conflict – Whenever the Constitution and Bylaws and Standing Rules of
the FRA Auxiliary may be in conflict with the C&BL of the FRA, the provisions of the latter shall prevail.
Section 1311. C&BL Amendments – In order to ensure FRA Auxiliary Bylaws conform with Amendments to the
FRA Bylaws; FRA Auxiliary Bylaws amendments may be ratified by the post-convention FRA National Board of
Directors.
This is to certify this resolution was proposed and adopted by a majority vote via ELECTRONIC MAILING of the
National Standing Committee on Constitution and Bylaws, Standing Rules, and Rituals on the 16 th day of June 2014.
JEFFREY A. GILMARTIN
Chairman
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STANDING RULE RESOLUTIONS
STANDING RULE RESOLUTION NO.
BRANCH
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RITUAL RESOLUTIONS
RITUAL RESOLUTION NO.
BRANCH
Whereas,
NAME
President
NAME
Secretary
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Standing Rule 4
SR-4. Parliamentary Law and Procedure and Convention Rules
SR-4(a). All provisions of the C&BL shall govern, and are hereby incorporated by reference. Robert’s
Rules of Order Newly Revised shall be the parliamentary authority in all cases not covered by the C&BL. In cases
where neither the C&BL nor the said rules covers a given situation, the convention shall decide the same.
SR-4(b). The order of business at the national convention shall be as follows:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)
(13)
(14)
(15)
(16)
(17)
(18)
(19)
(20)
(21)
(22)
(23)
Parading of colors
Opening prayer
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Recitation of preamble
Introduction of officers and guests
Addresses of invited guests
“Two Bell Ceremony”
Recess
Roll call of officers
Report of credentials committee
Appointment of convention committees
Reports of officers
Reports of standing committees
Submission of resolutions
Unfinished business and action on committee reports
New business
Nomination and election of officers
Good of the order
Installation of officers
“Two Bell Ceremony”
Closing prayer
Retiring of colors
Adjournment
SR-4(c). When a delegate desires the privilege of the floor, he/she shall rise, face the Chair, address the presiding officer as, “Shipmate National President,” and when recognized shall give his/her name and the name and
number of his/her branch.
SR-4(d). A delegate granted the privilege of the floor, shall address the chair, and confine his/her remarks to
the question. In speaking, he/she shall avoid personalities and maintain public decorum. If called to order, he/she
shall wait until permission to proceed is given by the presiding officer.
SR-4(e). Only duly accredited delegates or their alternates, as selected by a branch delegation from the list
of eligible alternates, or an accredited proxy delegate, shall participate in the business coming before the convention,
except national officers and past national presidents, who are not otherwise eligible to participate, may be granted the
privilege of the floor, but without a vote. Only those delegates or proxy delegates who qualify in accordance with
Section 606(c), C&BL will be recognized at the convention.
SR-4(f). Unless specifically authorized by another standing rule, no person shall be given the privilege of
the floor for a second time on any question until others privileged and who desire to speak have done so, except convention committee chairmen, who may speak more than once on matters pertaining to their committees. Delegates
and proxies shall be limited in speaking to three minutes and the committee chairmen and co-chairmen to five
minutes. The presiding officer may, at his/her discretion, grant additional speaking time to delegates requesting such
privilege.
Standing Rule 4-1
SR-4(g). Except where the C&BL requires a two-thirds vote, action on all resolutions submitted to the convention shall be decided by a majority vote.
SR-4(h). The convention steering committee, under the direction of the presiding officer, shall be responsible for the order in which the resolutions are presented to the convention for action.
SR-4(i). When a resolution has been adopted or rejected, it shall be considered as finished business for the
convention and be given no further consideration except when otherwise directed by proper majority vote of the
convention.
SR-4(j). All resolutions adopted by the convention shall become effective immediately upon adjournment,
unless otherwise specified by the convention.
SR-4(k). A motion to commit, recommit, postpone indefinitely, postpone to a certain time, lay on the table,
take from the table, reconsider, rescind, or move the previous question, shall require five seconds, each from a different branch, each by a different delegate. Each such motion shall require majority approval of the delegates.
SR-4(l). Unless a specific method of voting is authorized by another standing rule, a roll call vote shall be
held upon the call of the presiding officer or upon a call of five delegates, each from a separate branch, but only
when the results of a voice vote are in doubt.
SR-4(m). A five minute recess for a caucus prior to roll call vote shall be declared upon a call of five different branches and by five different delegates.
SR-4(n). On a roll call vote at a national convention, voting shall be conducted according to the numerical
order of the branches in even years and reverse numerical order in odd number years.
SR-4(o). On a roll call vote there shall be no passing. The chairman or the acting chairman of the branch
delegation shall announce the vote of the branch or relinquish the right of that branch to vote, when the branch number has been called three times.
SR-4(p). On a roll call vote, the chairman or acting chairman of the branch delegation or a proxy acting for
a branch shall rise, face the chair, announce his/her name, and announce the vote of the branch he/she represents and
remain standing until the convention secretary confirms recording the name and vote.
SR-4(q). Convention Credential Reporting
(1) The National President shall annually appoint, no later than the last day of March, a National Convention Credentials and Registration Committee comprised of a minimum of one member from each region, with a
member designated as Chairman and a member designated as Vice Chairman, to serve until the adjournment of the
national convention in that calendar year.
(2) It shall be the duty and responsibility of the Chairman of the National Convention Credentials and Registration Committee to ensure:
a.
b.
c.
That each branch delegate and branch proxy delegate who checks in at the registration
desk is correctly registered and his credentials are verified at the time of registration.
That an accurate and up-to-date credentials report is ready for delivery to the delegates at
the commencement of the first scheduled business session.
That an accurate and up-to-date credentials status is maintained throughout the national
convention and is ready for delivery to the delegates when called upon by the
National President or prior to all record or roll call votes.
Standing Rule 4-2
(3) The following format will be followed when making credentials reports:
a.
Authorized voting strength - This convention:
IAW Section 608, C&BL.
________
b.
Number of branches represented by delegates:
________
c.
Number of votes represented by delegates:
________
d.
Number of branches registered by proxy:
________
e.
Number of votes registered by proxy:
________
f.
Number of branches not registered:
________
g.
Number of delegates registered:
________
h.
Registered voting strength:
________
i.
Number of votes not registered:
________
j.
Two-thirds vote is:
________
k.
Majority vote is:
________
Branches not represented are:
________
SR-4(r). The presentation of reports to the convention by national officers and chairmen of national and
special committees shall not exceed one hour duration, except as otherwise decreed by the convention. Reports shall
be in writing and specifically include the financial requirements and impacts of the recommendations therein. Furthermore, the report shall specify the responsible party to execute the recommendations, that is, the National President, the National Executive Director, the chairman of the national committee, etc. In absence of a motion on the
floor, a delegate shall not be deprived of the privilege of asking a question of information on any such report as received by the presiding officer.
SR-4(s). Nominating speeches shall be limited to five minutes, seconding speeches to two minutes, and the
number of seconding speeches for each candidate may not exceed three.
SR-4(t). Nominations and elections shall be held in accordance with Section 701(d), C&BL.
SR-4(u). Nominations and election of each officer shall be completed and the results announced by the presiding officer before proceeding to the nomination and election of the next officer.
SR-4(v). In the event two or more candidates are nominated for the same office, the balloting shall be by
roll call.
SR-4(w). In the event three or more candidates for the same office are on the ballot and no candidate receives a majority of votes cast, the candidate receiving the lowest number of votes after the second ballot will be
eliminated if he/she has not shown a gain on the second ballot. This method of elimination will be followed after
each subsequent ballot.
SR-4(x). If a nomination for national office, not previously disseminated by resolution from the National
Headquarters, is made from the floor, a ten minute recess may be called, if requested by five different branches and
by five different delegates, at the close of nominations.
Standing Rule 4-3
SR-4(y). The “Order of the Day” shall be as contained in the official convention program unless otherwise
specified by the convention.
SR-4(z). Visitors and non-accredited shipmates shall occupy seats provided for their use apart from the delegates and alternates.
SR-4(aa). Minutes of the convention shall be recorded with no omissions, deletions, or alterations, except as
directed by the delegates assembled at the convention.
SR-4(bb). These rules may be suspended, rescinded, or amended by a two-thirds vote.
SR-4(cc). Unless suspended, rescinded, or amended, these rules shall remain in force throughout the convention.
SR-4(dd). No expenditure of Association funds may be voted by a national convention without prior recommendation of the Convention Budget and Finance Committee.
Standing Rule 4-4
NATIONAL CONVENTION COMMITTEES
Americanism-Patriotism
Chairman
Members
RPSW-Elect Agustive A. Hermes, Jr.
Bobbie E. Combs
PRPSC Michael F. Snyder
RPSE-Elect Larry L. Cox
Robert M. Burness
RPEC James Campbell
PRPWC Charles McIntyre
Keith W. Cottrell
61
316
11
269
13
40
101
382
SW
NC
SC
SE
NE/NEng
EC
WC
NW
8
156
192
202
141
31
274
181
40
WC
NE/NEng
WC
SE
EC
NE/NEng
WC
EC
EC
207
124
289
57
115
382
254
EC
NE/NEng
SW
NE/NEng
NE/NEng
NW
SE
201
201
156
60
117
298
201
47
192
38
124
166
194
298
201
61
274
SC
SC
NE/NEng
EC
SE
NC
SC
SW
WC
NW
NE/NEng
EC
SE
NC
SC
SW
WC
Budget and Finance
Chairman
Members
Ex Officio
Advisors
PNP Gary C. Blackburn
PRPNEng Paul F. Loveless, Jr.
PRPWC Nathan “Joe” Nash
PRPSE Ronald E. Hoadley
PRPEC W. G. “Jerry” Butler
PRPNEng Donna M. Jansky
NP Virgil P. Courneya
NED Thomas J. Snee
PNP James W. Scarbro
FO Stephen R. Cox
Constitution, Bylaws and Resolutions
Chairman
Members
Advisor
PNP Jeffrey A. Gilmartin
PRPNE David Munday, III
John F. Quesnel, Jr.
PRPNE William E. Starkey, Jr.
PRPNE George E. Folk
PRPNW Hazel C. Bettencourt
PNP George R. Kaye
Credentials and Registration
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Members
Alternate Members
Charley Randall, II
RPSC Russell N. Miller
PRPNEng Paul F. Loveless, Jr.
RPEC-Elect John J. Willis
Stephen J. Miglionico, Sr.
Cathleen Gruetzner
PRPSW Michael K. Frontz
RPWC-Elect Larry S. Briggs, Jr.
JrPRPNW Margret A. Burke
Sharon A. Munday
S. D. Martin
PRPSE Bobby L. Smith
Rosemary Posekany
Richard Waltman
PRPSW Agustive A. Hermes, Jr.
RPWC Peter J. McNamara
CMTES-1
Advisor
RPNW Daniel E. Holloway
382
8
NW
WC
147
101
49
269
SE
WC
WC
SE
188
161
101
104
298
201
181
77
274
22
MAL
SE
NC
WC
NW
NC
SC
EC
SW
WC
SE
SC
101
290
181
298
201
275
WC
SE
EC
NC
SC
WC
98
182
23
194
298
175
192
38
147
SC
EC
NE/NEng
SE
NC
SW
WC
NW
SE
181
207
192
172
281
EC
EC
WC
EC
WC
Employees Pension
Chairman
Members
Advisors
Administrator
Employee Rep.
PRPSE John S. Handzuk
PRPWC Charles R. McIntyre
PRPWC Julian C. Dracon
PNP F. Donald Mucheck
FO Stephen R. Cox
Lauren L. Armstrong
Future Planning
Chairman
Members
Advisors
PRPNC Norman G. Combs
PRPWC Richard J. Fetro
PRPNW Pete Lazzaretti
Charley Randall, II
NED Thomas J. Snee
PNP Thomas A. Heaney
PNP Joseph Maez
PNChap Lesley Campbell
Eric A. Trent
Honorary Membership and Certificate of Merit
Chairman
Members
Advisor
PRPWC Charles R. McIntyre
RPSE Frederick A. Hill
PRPEC Robert Washington, Sr.
Rosemary Posekany
JrPRPSC Robert A. Holcomb
PNP Lawrence J. Boudreaux
Hospitals, Welfare and Rehabilitation
Chairman
Members
Advisor
Charles Frank Burkhardt, Jr.
Randy L. Phillipp
David R. LaGraves
PRPSE Bobby L. Smith
Richard G. Priest
Olga W. “Winnie” Hamerlinck
PRPWC Patrick H. LeClaire
JrPRPNW Margret A. Burke
PNChap Tom Whitaker
Legislative Service
Chairman
Members
NED Thomas J. Snee
Abe Zino
PRPWC Nathan “Joe” Nash
Tom Howard
Alfred M. Braden
CMTES-2
Advisor
George Cleveland
Mark W. Thompson
John R. Davis
208
104
181
EC
NW
EC
24
290
59
20
371
70
299
54
197
274
293
13
EC
SE
NW
NE/NEng
SC
SW
EC
NC
275
94
214
93
161
163
261
38
298
WC
SC
NE/NEng
EC
NC
SW
WC
NW
NC
Membership and Retention
Chairman
Members
Advisors
RVPEC Penny J. Collins
Dalton Ruth
RPNW-Elect Michael H. Archer
John A. Sullivan
PRPSC Jerry D. Pugh
Darvin F. Dalrymple
Olen Frank Roberts, Jr.
PRPNC William A. Sallis
William S. Matthews
PNP Joseph L. Maez
Franklin C. Gates
Robert J. Campbell
WC
EC
NE/NEng
Public Relations
Chairman
Members
Advisor
PNP Lawrence J. Boudreaux
PRPSC Donald E. Larson
RPNE/NEng-Elect Floyd G. Hunt
Kelly A. Fosen
RPNC-Elect Curry Sanders
PRPSW James H. Katzenberger
Nathan H. Smith
Michelle Davis
PRPNC Charles A. Neureuther
Steering
Chairman
Members
PRPEC Christopher J. Slawinski
John R. Davis
Tally
181
181
181
EC
EC
EC
Chairman
Members
RPEC James Campbell
James L. Middlekauff
40
188
117
EC
SE
SE
91
124
187
259
273
11
274
181
SE
NE
SC
EC
NC
SC
WC
EC
Time and Place
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Members
JrPRPSE James E. Robbins, Jr
PRPNE David Munday, III
PRPSE Gerald Brice
PRPEC Joseph H. Palmer, Jr.
RPNC Rick L. Wangen
PRPSC Michael F. Snyder
RPWC Peter J. McNamara
CMTES-3
Advisor
RPNW-Elect Michael H. Archer
59
8
NW
WC
269
24
285
14
98
61
101
18
SE
EC
NE
NC
SC
SW
WC
NW
Youth Activities
Chairman
Members
John Tharp
PRPEC Claire H. Purdy
Gary W. Williams
PRPNC Leon J. Zalewski
Emmett H. Smith, Jr.
Rocco J. Sgro
Richard A. Ruiz, Sr.
PRPNW Gerald V. Jordan
CMTES-4
87th NATIONAL CONVENTION
OCTOBER 15-18, 2014
OMNI BAYFRONT HOTEL
CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
VOTING STRENGTH: 1,728
BRANCH
VOTES
1
9
4
6
5
13
6
4
7
8
13
9
10
8
11
17
12
4
13
3
14
8
15
3
17
5
18
11
20
23
21
2
22
26
23
5
24
74
25
3
26
4
27
28
4
29
24
31
3
32
4
34
3
36
2
37
2
38
6
TALLY-1
BRANCH
VOTES
40
16
41
5
42
10
43
44
3
46
45
47
11
48
4
49
7
50
12
51
4
53
16
54
2
55
7
57
7
59
6
60
32
61
36
62
3
63
3
64
2
66
7
67
12
68
6
70
36
71
5
72
3
73
3
74
2
77
7
83
2
84
10
85
4
86
9
87
3
TALLY-2
BRANCH
VOTES
89
17
90
6
91
52
92
3
93
19
94
15
97
21
98
3
99
38
101
12
102
3
103
10
104
7
105
5
106
8
109
4
110
6
111
1
112
3
113
4
115
7
117
11
118
4
119
2
120
11
123
2
124
9
126
17
127
4
130
6
132
3
136
19
137
3
141
7
145
4
TALLY-3
BRANCH
VOTES
146
4
147
16
154
2
156
9
159
7
160
2
161
12
162
14
163
13
166
14
170
11
171
3
172
7
174
5
175
21
177
4
178
4
179
3
181
13
182
7
183
5
184
2
185
4
186
7
187
2
188
5
192
5
194
5
197
4
201
5
202
4
203
6
204
3
206
207
5
TALLY-4
BRANCH
VOTES
208
11
210
12
212
5
214
3
215
2
216
5
217
4
219
5
221
3
222
3
223
3
226
5
227
2
229
6
230
6
232
2
234
8
238
6
241
3
242
2
244
3
245
4
246
3
247
4
248
4
249
4
250
2
251
4
253
254
3
256
4
257
2
258
3
259
4
260
4
TALLY-5
BRANCH
VOTES
261
19
263
7
264
7
267
9
268
5
269
36
272
2
273
4
274
4
275
4
276
13
278
3
280
3
281
4
282
6
283
3
284
2
285
4
287
2
288
3
289
37
290
31
291
3
292
4
293
16
294
3
295
2
296
3
298
6
299
4
300
301
2
302
5
303
306
TALLY-6
BRANCH
VOTES
307
5
309
5
310
4
311
5
313
315
2
316
7
319
2
324
4
327
3
328
2
334
6
335
3
338
4
339
2
342
3
344
2
346
9
348
358
4
361
4
363
2
364
3
365
5
367
7
369
2
371
6
374
376
4
377
2
379
382
5
386
2
TALLY-7
87th NATIONAL CONVENTION
OCTOBER 15-18, 2014
CREDENTIALS REPORTS FORM
a. Authorized Voting Strength - This Convention:
1st REPORT OF THE CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE
2nd REPORT OF THE CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE
b. Number of branches represented
by delegates:
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by delegates:
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c. Number of votes represented by
delegates:
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delegates:
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d. Number of branches registered
by proxy:
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by proxy:
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e. Number of votes registered by proxy:
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e. Number of votes registered by proxy
_____
f. Number of branches NOT registered:
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g. Number of delegates registered:
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h. Registered voting strength:
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i. Number of votes not registered:
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j. Two-thirds vote is:
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k. Majority vote is:
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3rd REPORT OF THE CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE
4th REPORT OF THE CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE
by delegates:
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by delegates:
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delegates:
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delegates:
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by proxy:
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by proxy:
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_____
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CRED-1
by delegates:
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by delegates:
_____
delegates:
_____
delegates:
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by proxy:
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by proxy:
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REPORT OF THE CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE
by delegates:
_____
by delegates:
_____
delegates:
_____
delegates:
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by proxy:
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by proxy:
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_____
_____
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l. Branches NOT represented are: (Mark these on your Tally Sheet)
CRED-2
WINNERS OF NATIONAL COMMITTEE AWARDS
FRA 87th NATIONAL CONVENTION
OCTOBER 15-18, 2014
Americanism-Patriotism
Group I
Group II
Group III
Group IV
Group V
Group II
Group III
Group IV
Group V
1st Place
2nd Place
3rd Place
Walter C. “Step” Rowell Award:
Leonard D. “Swede” Nelson Award:
Robert E. Doherty Award:
Hospitals, Welfare, and Rehabilitation
Group I
1st Place
2nd Place
3rd Place
Shipmate of the Year:
Membership and Retention
Charles E. Lofgren Membership Award for Branches
Group I
Group II
Group III
Group IV
Group V
Charles E. Lofgren Membership Award for Individuals
Group I
Group II
WIN-1
Group III
Group IV
Group V
Membership and Retention Continued
Abraham M. Rosenburg Membership Trophy:
Frank J. McPherson Memorial Membership Award:
Public Relations
Group I
Group II
Group III
Group IV
Group V
Group I
Group II
Group III
Group IV
Group V
1st Place
2nd Place
3rd Place
Youth Activities
1st Place
2nd Place
3rd Place
WIN-2