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Susquehanna Chapter – The BEACON June 2017 issue
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In this issue: • Upcoming Chapter Events Schedule
• Presidents Message
• Chapter Scholarship Fund
• Chapter Membership Dues
• Chapter Membership Benefits
• Out in the Community
• Chapter Leadership
• About MOAA
• Chapter Dues Form
Upcoming Events
Sunday, June 25th, 4:00 – 7:00 PM Picnic @ Pavilion A, Shore Park, APG. $12/Adult; $5/Child. Chapter provides meat, side dishes and non-alcoholic beverages. Members provide desserts. Register at http://susquehannamoaa.org/chapter-activities/.
Wednesday, September 13th, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 7th Annual Maryland MOAA Congressional Luncheon, Rayburn House Office Building Room 2360 [3rd Floor], Washington, DC
Thursday, September 21st, 5:45 – 8:45 PM Professional Development Dinner Meeting – Identity Theft & Scams sponsored by APGFCU; Location: The Bayou, Havre de Grace
October – Virtual Event
November – Professional Development Dinner Meeting
President’s Message Dear Susquehanna Chapter Members,
Our May events – a professional development dinner with Senator JB Jennings and a virtual event, “Making the Most of Your LinkedIn Profile” – were successful. Thank you to everyone who participated in these events.
At the June 6th Board of Directors meeting, the decision to provide the newsletter in an online format to those who have email addresses, with paper copies to those who do not have email addresses, was reaffirmed. We believe our Chapter dues is sufficient to cover this cost for the short term, without a dues increase.
Our Chapter picnic is this coming Sunday, June 25th, and I’m looking forward to an enjoyable few hours with fellow members at Shore Park on Aberdeen Proving Ground. If you haven’t registered for the picnic yet there’s still time to do that – until June 22nd; you can do so on the Activities page of our Chapter web site. http://susquehannamoaa.org/chapter-activities/
In mid-July, Dan Lafontaine and I will be meeting with Harford County Director of Administration Billy Boniface and Harford County Council Member James McMahan to discuss the enabling legislation passed by the Maryland General Assembly property tax exemption that provides for a 20% property tax exemption for five years for homeowners age 65+ who have owned their home for 40 years, and military retirees age 65+ who
Susquehanna Chapter – The BEACON June 2017 issue
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own their homes without a time restriction. Our goal is to gain the County Executive’s support for this, and to get Harford County legislation written and passed. We will keep you updated on our progress with the issue.
The Chapter Board of Directors takes a hiatus from meeting over the summer months. However, we’re always available to you, so please reach out to us if you have a need, or a question.
I’m looking forward to seeing you at the picnic!
Enthusiastically!
Annie
Susquehanna Chapter Scholarship Fund The Board of Directors is investigating the feasibility of creating a Susquehanna Chapter Scholarship Fund for graduating high school students. If you would like to be a part of the committee working on this endeavor, please contact Larry Archer at [email protected].
Susquehanna Chapter Membership Dues Thank you to all Chapter members who have updated their dues! Susquehanna Chapter Dues are effective for each calendar year, January through December. Dues are $15 per year, if paid prior to February 28th On March 1st, the dues increase to $20. On July 1st, dues further increase to $25. If you have any questions about your dues status, please contact Bill Johnston at [email protected]. Dues may be paid online at Pay Dues or mail the form at the end of this letter with a check.
Susquehanna Chapter Membership Benefits Talking to a potential new member? Here are some of the key benefits to belonging to the Susquehanna Chapter:
• Connections: When you attend chapter meetings, become active on a committee, or take a prominent leadership role, you will forge lasting ties with other MOAA members who have common professional interests and similar association concerns.
• Community involvement: Chapter membership provides opportunities to contribute to your community in a variety of ways, from providing scholarships to local students to supporting causes that support wounded warriors, active duty servicemembers and their families, and veterans in-need.
• Legislative advocacy: MOAA chapter members play a critical role in advancing legislation at both the state and national level. This grassroots advocacy is key to MOAA achieving its legislative goals.
Susquehanna Chapter – The BEACON June 2017 issue
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Harry Quinn and Cathy Hampton presented the Susquehanna Chapter’s wreath (second from left) at the Bel Air Memorial Day Ceremony on May 29, 2017.
A group of Susquehanna Chapter members got together for an informal luncheon at The Bayou on June 9th. Left to right: Orville Hughes, Jim Wasson, Mort Brisker, Duyen Brisker, Monroe Manning, Jessie Shanks, Hank Passi, Cathy Hampton, Mike Layton
Susquehanna Chapter – The BEACON June 2017 issue
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Chapter Leadership President: Annie S. Brock (Former CPT, USAR) Senior Vice President: COL Dick Gilligan, USA (Ret) Vice-President for Membership: LCDR Bill Johnston, USN (Ret) Vice-President for Programs: Vacant Treasurer: LTC Harry Quinn, USA (Ret) Secretary: COL Mike Early, USA (Ret) Legislative Affairs: COL Dan Lafontaine, USA (Ret) Newsletter: LCDR Larry Archer, USN (Ret) Personal Affairs: COL Mike Early, USA (Ret) Chaplain: Vacant Publicity: Vacant Transition Assistance: Vacant Webmaster: Vacant Director: COL Morton S. Brisker, USA (Ret) Director: LTC Monroe L. Manning, USA (Ret) Director: COL Keitron Todd, USA (Ret) Director: LTC Trent Moxley, USA (Ret) Past President: Lt Col Jeffrey A. Brock, USAF (Ret)
ABOUT MOAA The Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) is the nation’s largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization. http://moaa.org The MOAA Legislative Action Center provides information regarding MOAA's top national legislative priorities for the year and COLA, as well as perspective on issues in the military community that could affect you and your family. http://capwiz.com/moaa/home/ If you are not a member of MOAA, you can join at http://bit.ly/JoinMOAA. Membership in MOAA is separate from membership in the Susquehanna Chapter.
