Members attending:
John Stonebarger, Ray Decker, Steve Kyle, Scott Kelly, Lon Bymers, Harlan Bedford, Philliip Goettsch, Chuck & Charlii Gilson, Dan Anderson, Ray Turner, Jerry Barnes, Ron & Joyce Bowen, Jim Farquhar, Brian Schnurr & Kent Winter

Gwen and her son Michael gave us another great meal!
Meeting started at 1250 with the reading of the Creed and Pledge of Allegiance.
The boat was ordered to Dive and Invocation was given by Phillip Goettsch.
Introductions started with everyone giving the name/rate/qual date.
Tolling of the Boats was read and given to the July/August losses by Brian Schnurr & Kent Winter.

Secretary/Treasurers reports:
Last meeting minutes from March/May were sent out to members for comment/concerns. No comments back, minutes approved.
Brian Schnurr reported current account balance at $4,061.74 with multiple small expenses mostly from Storekeeper.
Committee reports:

Eagle Scout program: Keep looking for Eagle Scout ceremony's in your local areas to leads from Boy Scouts and work with the Sioux Council and any group within. Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts have formed a new organization and is now called "Scouting America". Maybe our USSVI patch should reflect the change.
Kaps4Kids program: Dan Anderson is working with both Avera and Sanford Hospitals to allow our Kaps 4 Kids program to visit with kids in their hospitals. He has opened the doors again to start up this program with each of them. If you are interested in participating, just let Kent know!!
Event Director: Storekeeper: If you would like a vest or other items from the Storekeeper, now is the time!
Contact for now is Kent who will bring many of the items from the store to the Base meetings to showcase

Old/Unfinished business:

No emails with the USN or Capt. Diane of the Battleship Foundation to discuss the upcoming Navy Week in Sioux Falls, August 4-10th. The highlight is Saturday morning at 1000 at the Battleship Memorial. If you can attend let Kent know as he plans to attend.
We did talk about expansion at the Battleship Memorial including updates to the building and how SD submarine sailors can be involved. She is also now the Head of the Navy League here and is asking for our support/joining to the Navy League.
We are still collecting your Navy memorabilia for the submarine exhibit, so look through your "stuff" and see what you would like to donate to the submarine venue!
Ray Decker brought up the "Lost Patrol" certification our deceased members are eligible for and will start up this program for our membership.
The Riverboat Day parade needs to focus more on the WWII Scorpion memorial and asked for ideas/thoughts that might work. We discussed the Gato Class submarine ideas that Brad Gross found online.

New Business:

It's time...NAVY. Never again volunteer yourself.

Well, I did it. Signed up for another 2 years as your Base Commander. Many thoughts went into this decision, but with the help of others the Base will continue to patrol the seas! And speaking of others, one thing I've really learned is you've got to surround yourself with good people willing to put in the extra to get things done. Some would say it's delegation and that what is needed here. One or two cannot do everything. We need everyone's support to make this Base prosperous!

Currently the Base has openings for COB & Storekeeper. If you would like the opportunity, call Kent.

Riverboat Days in Yankton (Aug 16th) and Turkey Days in Worthington MN (Sept 13) will be 2 parades. Dan plans on others so keep your calendars open to help support him!

Ray Decker informed members that their VA cards were expiring and NEW ones were required.

Dan Anderson is funding a Gofundme for his son who has cancer. Find the link and help!

Gene Murphy from the DAV spoke about bills and items coming up with the DAV.

The 50/50 drawing was held and Lon Bymers won the drawing of $90, split $45 and gave it back to the Base! Thanks Lon!!

Phillip Goettsch gave a benediction to close out the meeting.

Meeting Adjourned at 1410. Surface the Boat!

Next meeting is Saturday, September 20th at the SF DAV Lunch at 1200 meeting at 1300.

Call Kent with questions or concerns.