Air Force Sergeants Association – Chapter 371

General Membership Meeting Minutes

Date: 01 October 2025
Time: 1100 hrs
Location: Eagle’s Landing, Seymour Johnson AFB
Presiding: MSgt Jason Troyna, Chapter President

1. Call to Order

Meeting was called to order by President MSgt Jason Troyna at 1100 hrs.
Motion to begin the meeting was made and seconded. Motion carried.

2. Ceremonial Items

• AFSA Preamble was recited.

• Pledge of Allegiance was led by a member.
  
  

3. Introductions

• New members and first-time attendees were welcomed and introduced themselves.

• Chapter leadership introduced themselves and their roles.
  
  

4. Approval of Previous Minutes

• Sept 2025 meeting minutes were posted online for review.

• Motion to approve was made, seconded, and carried.
  
  

5. Financial Report

• Current funds reported at $11,406.78.

• Clarified expenditures for previous events and reimbursements.

• POW/MIA Week donations pending final reconciliation.

• Chapter remains financially sound.

6. Legislative Update

• Overview of North Carolina Senate Bill 118:

  • Reduced concealed carry permit fees for veterans.

  • Extended deadlines for PCS families to submit school documents.

  • In-state tuition for honorably discharged veterans meeting criteria.

  • Remote driver’s license renewals for military families.

• Discussed national legislation:

  • Pay Our Troops Act – urged members to contact legislators via AFSA’s advocacy tool.

  • Retired Pay Restoration Act and Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act reviewed and supported.

• Members encouraged to share AFSA’s legislative portal with families and friends to amplify support.

7. Membership

• 5 new recruits this month; no retains.

• Chapter currently ranks in the Top 25 nationwide for recruitment.

• Membership stands at approximately 460 members, still classified as a small chapter.

• Discussed $36 annual dues and temporary pause of lifetime memberships.

• Emphasis that every event is a membership event; all members encouraged to promote AFSA.

• New member benefits highlighted:

  • Education discounts and scholarships from Waldorf and Columbia Southern Universities.

  • One free class for first-time members.

8. Trustee and Committee Reports

Trustee 4 / Programs

• Recognition given for volunteer support during POW/MIA Week, Freedom Fest, and The Ruck.

• Over 80 volunteer hours recorded.

• Upcoming events:

  • AFSA Appreciation Week: Oct 12–18 (pending HQ details).

  • Base Trunk or Treat: Oct 25 (led by A1C Pearson).
    
    

Programs & Initiatives

• Introduced “Miles for Military” travel assistance program for E1–E4 members volunteering 25 hours with a 501(c) organization.

• Chapter can validate volunteer hours for participants.
  
  

Professional Development

• Launch of “Five Voices Leadership Workshop”—two- to three-day course exclusive to AFSA members.

• Course instructor: A1C Tyler Trainor, certified through GiANT Worldwide.

• Additional upcoming courses:

  • John C. Maxwell’s Leadership Gold (ongoing).

  • 360° Leader and 21 Laws of Leadership to begin in 2026.

• Courses open to all base personnel; AFSA provides materials and instructors.
  
  

Awards

• Award submissions doubled from previous quarter.

• All categories filled, with strong participation in the SNCO category.

• Encouraged continued recognition of deserving members.
  
  

Family Matters

• Attended Newcomers Orientation and Hearts Apart events.

• Ongoing spouse employment concerns discussed; collaboration continues with the M&FRC.

• Encouraged highlighting spouse license transfer legislation at outreach events.

• Trunk or Treat preparations complete; volunteers filled.
  
  

Communications

• Position open; duties include managing chapter Facebook and email communications.

• Encouraged members to follow the page and read the chapter blog for legislative and community updates.
  
  

Airman Activities

• Upcoming Fundraisers:

  • Chipotle Night: Dec 6

  • January 2 and February 1 fundraisers pending confirmation.

• Exploring partnership with the Rising 4 for joint fundraising events.

• Positive feedback received from Splash Bash sponsorship.
  
  

Sergeant-at-Arms

• Implementing updated attendance tracking and membership sponsorship program:

  • Each meeting funds one new Airman membership through ongoing small-item sales.

9. Old Business

• Continued call for volunteers for open committee and council positions.

• Elections for President, Vice President, and Trustees scheduled for November 2025.

• Six-month membership requirement for elected positions reviewed.

• Appointed positions (Communications, Marketing, Retention, 1st Sgt Council Liaison, Treasurer) open to any active member.

• President Troyna announced he will not seek reelection for 2026 but will remain active with the Chapter and Division leadership.
  
  

10. New Business

• Discussion on planning for the 2026 AFSA International Summit in Orlando, FL.

  • Chapter fundraising efforts will be directed to support delegate attendance.

• Encouraged members to submit nominations for the upcoming elections.
  
  

11. Financial Education / Guest Speaker

• Mr. Jason Goggins, Armed Forces Bank, provided financial insights:

  • Differences in advance pay policies across USAA, Navy Federal, and First Command.

  • Updates on TSP trends and investment fund performance.

  • Invited members to his TSP Lunch & Learn event on 16 Oct 2025 at Los Bagonas.
    
    

12. Vice President’s Report

• No new items.

• Financial and compliance paperwork for 501(c)(19) status in progress.
  
  

13. Open Forum

• No additional comments or questions were raised.
  
  

14. Adjournment

Motion to adjourn was made and seconded. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 1240 hrs.
Next meeting scheduled for Wednesday, 05 November 2025, at 1100 hrs, Eagle’s Landing.

Air Force Sergeants Association

Chapter 371 – General Membership Meeting Minutes
Date: 6 August 2025
Location: Eagle’s Landing, Seymour Johnson AFB
Time: 1100

1. Call to Order

• Meeting was called to order by President MSgt Jason Troyna at 1100 hrs.
  
  

• Motion to begin the meeting was made and seconded.
  
  

2. Ceremonial Items

• AFSA Preamble was recited.
  
  

• Pledge of Allegiance was led by a member.
  
  

3. Introductions

• New members and first-time attendees were welcomed and introduced themselves.
  
  

• Chapter leadership introduced themselves and their roles.
  
  

4. Approval of Previous Minutes

• July 2025 meeting minutes were posted online for review.
  
  

• Motion to approve was made, seconded, and carried.
  
  

5. Reports

a. Vice President (MSgt Gatten)

• Provided update on Military Sherpa Program for Spouses (free leadership and resiliency training).
  
  

b. Secretary (SSgt Best)

• Confirmed July minutes posted online. Available for questions or follow-up.
  
  

c. Treasurer (report read on behalf of Treasurer)

• Current balance: $11,000 (includes cash on hand and CashApp).
  
  

• Successful fundraising noted.
  
  

• Surplus funds due to Air Show; new budget being developed to reinvest into chapter and wing initiatives.
  
  

• Discussion: Surplus funds may support chapter activities, base involvement, and International AFSA conference travel.
  
  

d. Legislative (Trustee Belcher – report delivered by President)

• North Carolina Updates: Tuition discounts for out-of-state military at UNC system (HB 373).
  
  

• National Updates:
  
  

  • NDAA passed: 4.5% pay raise + additional 10% for junior enlisted.
    
    

  • Proposed bills: TRICARE dependent coverage extension to age 26, Protect Veterans Disability & Retired Pay Act, Guard/Reserve GI Bill parity, Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability changes.
    
    

  • Strong push for members to use Voter’s Voice tool on AFSA HQ site.
    
    

e. Membership (President)

• Emphasized importance of numbers in legislative strength.
  
  

• End of membership discount campaign (two-, three-, and lifetime memberships).
  
  

• Current chapter strength: 472 paid members; 33 new recruits this year.
  
  

f. Volunteer Activities (Trustee Trainer)

• Upcoming events:
  
  

  • NC Freedom Fest – 6 September (booth).
    
    

  • POW/MIA Vigil – 15–19 September (50+ volunteers needed).
    
    

  • Seasonal volunteer opportunities (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Angel Tree, etc.).
    
    

g. Awards & Recognition (Sgt Kirkpatrick)

• Highlighted quarterly/annual award submissions.
  
  

• Chapter had multiple Division II and International award winners, including “Member of the Year.”
  
  

• Encouraged nominations and submissions.
  
  

h. Family Matters (Vacant)

• Position open – supports family engagement and events (Trunk-or-Treat, Hearts Apart dinners, etc.).
  
  

i. Professional Development

• Chapter continues to provide John C. Maxwell leadership courses in partnership with Base Development Advisor.
  
  

• Looking for facilitators; training opportunity for members.
  
  

j. Communications (CP Troyna)

• Maintains Facebook, website, and Signal group for updates.
  
  

• Additional volunteers welcome.
  
  

k. Activities Chair (Amn Rodriguez)

• Promoted Maxwell course dates and highlighted base/community event opportunities.
  
  

l. Division II Update (D2 Trustee Roddick)

• Stressed importance of membership campaign and leadership development opportunities.
  
  

• Announced Division revitalization initiative to strengthen chapters.
  
  

6. Old Business

• Reminder of open committee positions and need for volunteers for upcoming events.
  
  

7. New Business

• Open Appointed Positions:
  
  

  • Marketing
    
    

  • Family Matters Trustee
    
    

  • Retention Officer
    
    

  • 5/6 Liaison
    
    

  • Civic & Veterans Liaison
    
    

• QR code provided for applications (also on chapter website).
  
  

8. Upcoming Engagements

• Monthly: General membership meetings, legislative newsletter, Maxwell courses.
  
  

• Annual: POW/MIA event, NC Freedom Fest, International Summit (2026 in Orlando).
  
  

9. Guest Remarks

• Jason Gogins (sponsor) provided upcoming financial readiness briefing details and sponsored lunch.
  
  

10. Closing

• Floor opened for questions and comments.
  
  

• Motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and carried.
  
  

• Meeting adjourned at approximately 1300 hrs.

AFSA Chapter 371 – Meeting Notes

Date: July 2, 2025

Location: On Base

Chair: Jason Troyna, Chapter President

1. Opening Formalities

- Meeting called to order.

- Preamble read by A1C Tori.

- Pledge of Allegiance led by Jason D.

- Motion to begin the meeting was made and seconded.

- Members signed in via QR code.

2. Hails and Farewells

- New Members:

  - Sergeant Pleasant (Finance)

  - Carter Mullins (Instructor)

- First-time Attendees introduced themselves.

- Distinguished Guests:

  - CMSgt Hammer, Command Chief 4 FW

  - Kelly Abrams, Division 2 President (AFSA)

3. Awards and Recognition

- Division 2 President Presentation:

  - Chapter 371 won multiple awards: Airman of the Year, NCO of the Year, Communications (Etchberger), and Volunteer Service.

  - Chapter 371 will compete at the International level.

  - Awards pending delivery from Military Metal Art.

  - Recognition of outgoing president, SSgt Kaufman.

4. Executive Reports

- Vice President: Called for recruiting family members.

- Secretary (SSgt Best): Introduced; will manage communications and email updates.

- Treasurer (A1C Tori):

  - Checking: $9,366.19

  - Pending Deposits: $1,687.53

  - Total: $11,053.72

  - Funds support IC travel and events.

5. Legislative Updates

- Highlighted Bills:

  - H373: UNC tuition discounts for military TA users.

  - Pay Our Troops Act: Guarantees military pay during shutdowns.

  - HR 1107: Expands telemedicine for rural veterans.

  - Guard & Reserve GI Bill Parity Act: Credits all federal duty for GI Bill eligibility.

  - GI Bill Transfer Change: 12-year retainability rule replacing 4-year rule (pending).

- Members encouraged to use AFSA’s legislative app with personal emails.

6. Membership

- Dropped below 500 members (due to retention).

- 30 current attendees; 5 new members in June.

- QR code shared for sign-up.

- Benefits include discounts, education support, insurance, and family programs.

- New monthly membership and lifetime discount options discussed.

7. Volunteer Events

- Past: July 4th raised ~$320.

- Upcoming:

  - Sweet Product Fundraiser – July 3

  - Chipotle Fundraiser – July 12

  - NC Freedom Fest – Sept 5

  - POW/MIA Week – Sept 15–19 (volunteers and committee needed)

8. Awards Committee

- Deadline extended due to only 3 submissions.

- Members encouraged to submit; help available.

9. Vacancies and Committees

- Vacant: Family Matters Chair, Sergeant-at-Arms, Professional Development Chair, Communications, VSO Liaison

- John C. Maxwell courses: Facilitators needed for July 10–11

10. Communications

- Follow Facebook for updates.

- Website and org box also available.

11. Airman Activities

- Free showing of “Step Brothers” – July 12

- Looking for liaison to Top 3

12. Financial Education (Jason Goggins)

- Market Trends: Bear markets rebound with 32% average gain.

- Encourage investing in the I Fund.

- Lunch & Learn – July 17

- “Benefits Beyond Service” – Aug 13 at Churches (downtown)

- First Friday Event – July 5

13. Budget Vote

- Approved: Increase IC travel budget from $1,500 → $2,000 (motion passed by acclamation).

14. Engagements

- Monthly: Meetings, Maxwell classes, Legislative newsletter

- Quarterly: D2 Awards, ROTC/CAP/ALS awards

- Annual: POW/MIA Week, NC Freedom Fest, International Summit

15. Closing

- Next meeting: August 6, 2025

- QR code displayed for AFSA membership

- Meeting adjourned

- Pizza sponsored by Jason Goggins

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MEMORANDUM FOR AFSA, CHAPTER 371 – The Wright Chapter!

SUBJECT:  General Membership Meeting Agenda, 8 January 2025, 1100 hours. Eagles Landing Pegasus Rm

CALL TO ORDER: 1103

START TIME: 1104

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:  (ONLY RECITED WHEN IN CIVILIAN ATTIRE)

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

AFSA PREAMBLE:

With reverence for God and Country and being ever mindful of our responsibility to aid in maintaining a superior defense for our beloved country; our interest in the welfare of persons who served and are serving in the Uniformed Services; our devotion to our fellow members and their families in fortune and distress; and our reverence for the memory of those departed; we unite to further the aims and objectives of this association.

WELCOME:  (Hails) Any Dignitaries, Guests, and New Members? (Farewells) Any departing members?

READING/APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: Motion- SMSgt Hardy, Ben, Seconded- SSgt Belcher, Motion Passed

Last GM meeting was December 2024                                                  

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL:

President: TSgt Eric Roddick

Senior Advisor: TSgt Francisco Gonzales

Vice President: TSgt Kayla Gatten

Secretary: TSgt Anthony Intorre

Treasurer: SSgt Seth Modin

• New Checking:$5726.85   New Savings:$0.00   Cash App:$834.50   Due out:$0.00   Cash $0.00                                            TOTAL: $6541.35

TRUSTEE/STANDING ACTIVITY REPORTS:

Trustee #1: TSgt Caleb Coffman - Membership

·        4 recruits/16 retains (month of November)

·        229 recruits/148 retains/559 total members (YTD)

Trustee #2: SSgt Preston Belcher - Plans and Programs

Trustee #3: TSgt Bryant Harrison – Legislative Activity

RECURRING MESSAGE:  Stress the importance of letting your voice be heard via the VOTER VOICE and when contacting your Senator, making your story personal on bills that are in Congress. The VOTER VOICE is located on the AFSA website at www.hqafsa.org.  It’s easy to use; there is also an AFSA app for smartphones.

·         Military & Government (M&G) Briefs; current and historical legislative topics can be found on the AFSA HQ website.

·         Use personal email for AFSA membership account.

Volunteer Activity Chairman: Vacant

Awards Chairman: TSgt William Groesch

Family Matters Chairman: TSgt Chelsea Desmarais

Professional Development Chairman: SSgt Drew Davis

·        John C. Maxwell course 

o   Held monthly at Heritage Hall

o   Look for email advertisement sent out by 4 FW DA MSgt Troyna

·        John C. Maxwell Facilitator training

Communications Activity Chairman: TSgt Caleb Shadle

·          RECURRING MESSAGE:  Please be sure to sign in at the meetings so we can keep our AFSA distro list current.  Chapter 371 has a Facebook Group page.  We also have a Gmail account which enables anyone to reach the AFSA Executive Council.

·         Chapter Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/191332028092/

·         Gmail: AFSAChapter371@gmail.com

·         Org Box: AFSA.371@us.af.mil

·         SharePoint: AFSA Chapter 371 - Home (dps.mil)

Airman Activity Chairman: A1C Brianna Sanchez

Sergeant-at-Arms: SSgt Michael Bruno

OLD BUSINESS: 

·         All committees seeking applicants

·         Chapter Elections

NEW BUSINESS: 

·         2025 Division 2 Conference to be hosted by Chapter 371 in Asheville, NC—April 23rd-27th @ Country Inn & Suites by Radisson

·         Wings Over Wayne (TBD)

·         Food Drive in February

·         SJAFB Independence Day Celebration planning/committee

·         Yard Sale (TBD)

·         Rising 4 Super Bowl Party at USO (Feb 9)

ENGAGEMENTS:

Monthly:

• General Membership Meetings (1st Wednesday of the Month)

• FTEC briefings – POC: MSgt Troyna

• Monthly Legislative Newsletter

·         John C. Maxwell Leadership Course

Quarterly:

• 371 Awards/Division 2 Awards

• ALS/CAP/JROTC Awards

Annual:

·         POW/MIA

·         SJAFB Independence Day Celebration

·         Division 2 Professional Development Summit (Apr 23-27)

·         AFSA International Summit

·         NC Freedom Fest

FIRST COMMAND:

·         Trivia Nights (3rd Friday each month)

·         Third Thursday Lunch and Learn- Los Fegones @ 1130-1230

INFO/ANNOUNCEMENTS: (Open Forum)

PRESIDENT’S TIME:

NEXT MEETING:  5 Feb @ 1100 Location: Eagles Landing Pegasus Rm

MEETING ADJOURNMENT: Motion- TSgt Roddick, Seconded- MSgt Lightfoot, motion passed

STOP TIME: 1157

MEMORANDUM FOR AFSA, CHAPTER 371 – The Wright Chapter!

SUBJECT:  General Membership Meeting Agenda, 4 December 2024, 1100 hours. Eagles Landing Pegasus Rm.

CALL TO ORDER: 1100

START TIME: 1101

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:  (ONLY RECITED WHEN IN CIVILIAN ATTIRE)

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

AFSA PREAMBLE:

With reverence for God and Country and being ever mindful of our responsibility to aid in maintaining a superior defense for our beloved country; our interest in the welfare of persons who served and are serving in the Uniformed Services; our devotion to our fellow members and their families in fortune and distress; and our reverence for the memory of those departed; we unite to further the aims and objectives of this association.

WELCOME:  (Hails) Any Dignitaries, Guests, and New Members? (Farewells) Any departing members?

READING/APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: Motion by TSgt Coffman, Seconded by TSgt Shadle, motion passed

Last GM meeting was November 2024                                                 

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL:

President: TSgt Eric Roddick

Senior Advisor: TSgt Francisco Gonzales

Vice President: TSgt Kayla Gatten

Secretary: TSgt Anthony Intorre

Treasurer: SSgt Seth Modin

• New Checking:$5726.85   New Savings:$0.00   Cash App:$834.50   Due out:$0.00   Cash $0.00                                            TOTAL: $6541.35

TRUSTEE/STANDING ACTIVITY REPORTS:

Trustee #1: TSgt Caleb Coffman - Membership

·        4 recruits/16 retains (month of November)

·        229 recruits/148 retains/559 total members (YTD)

Trustee #2: SSgt Preston Belcher - Plans and Programs

Trustee #3: TSgt Bryant Harrison – Legislative Activity

RECURRING MESSAGE:  Stress the importance of letting your voice be heard via the VOTER VOICE and when contacting your Senator, making your story personal on bills that are in Congress. The VOTER VOICE is located on the AFSA website at www.hqafsa.org.  It’s easy to use; there is also an AFSA app for smartphones.

·         Military & Government (M&G) Briefs; current and historical legislative topics can be found on the AFSA HQ website.

·         Use personal email for AFSA membership account.

Volunteer Activity Chairman: Vacant

Awards Chairman: TSgt William Groesch

·        4th Qtr Award Nominations

Family Matters Chairman: TSgt Chelsea Desmarais

·        4 FW Children’s Holiday Party (Dec 14th)

·        Kinston Veteran’s Home Event (Dec 12th)

·        Carver Heights Elementary Angel Tree TBD

·        4 FW Holiday Card Contest (Dec 9th)

Professional Development Chairman: SSgt Drew Davis

·        John C. Maxwell course 

o   Held monthly at Heritage Hall

o   Look for email advertisement sent out by 4 FW DA MSgt Troyna

·        John C. Maxwell Facilitator training

Communications Activity Chairman: TSgt Caleb Shadle

·          RECURRING MESSAGE:  Please be sure to sign in at the meetings so we can keep our AFSA distro list current.  Chapter 371 has a Facebook Group page.  We also have a Gmail account which enables anyone to reach the AFSA Executive Council.

·         Chapter Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/191332028092/

·         Gmail: AFSAChapter371@gmail.com

·         Org Box: AFSA.371@us.af.mil

·         SharePoint: AFSA Chapter 371 - Home (dps.mil)

Airman Activity Chairman: A1C Briana Williams-Bauer/ A1C Brianna Sanchez

Sergeant-at-Arms: SSgt Michael Bruno

OLD BUSINESS: 

·         All committees seeking applicants

·         Chapter Elections

NEW BUSINESS: 

·         2025 Division 2 Conference to be hosted by Chapter 371 in Asheville, NC—April 24th-26th @ Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.

ENGAGEMENTS:

Monthly:

• General Membership Meetings (1st Wednesday of the Month)

• FTEC briefings – POC: MSgt Troyna

• Monthly Legislative Newsletter

·         John C. Maxwell Leadership Course

Quarterly:

• 371 Awards/Division 2 Awards (4th Qtr awards due to TSgt Groesch by December 16th)

• ALS/CAP/JROTC Awards

Annual:

·         POW/MIA

·         SJAFB Independence Day Celebration

·         Division 2 Professional Development Summit (Apr 24-26)

·         AFSA International Summit

·         NC Freedom Fest

FIRST COMMAND:

·         Trivia Nights (3rd Friday each month)

·         Third Thursday Lunch and Learn- Los Fegones @ 1130-1230

INFO/ANNOUNCEMENTS: (Open Forum)

ELECTION: Trustee #4: Amn Tyler Trainor

PRESIDENT’S TIME:

NEXT MEETING:  8 Jan @ 1100 Location: Eagles Landing Pegasus Rm.

MEETING ADJOURNMENT: Motion by TSgt Roddick, Seconded by TSgt Coffman, motion passed

STOP TIME: 1147

MEMORANDUM FOR AFSA, CHAPTER 371 – The Wright Chapter!

SUBJECT:  General Membership Meeting Agenda, 6 November 2024, 1100 hours. Eagles Landing Pegasus Rm.

CALL TO ORDER: 1100

START TIME: 1100

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:  (ONLY RECITED WHEN IN CIVILIAN ATTIRE)

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

AFSA PREAMBLE:

With reverence for God and Country and being ever mindful of our responsibility to aid in maintaining a superior defense for our beloved country; our interest in the welfare of persons who served and are serving in the Uniformed Services; our devotion to our fellow members and their families in fortune and distress; and our reverence for the memory of those departed; we unite to further the aims and objectives of this association.

WELCOME:  (Hails) Any Dignitaries, Guests, and New Members? (Farewells) Any departing members?

READING/APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: Motion by TSgt Coffman, Seconded by SSgt Belcher, Motion passed.

Last GM meeting was October 2024                                                      

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL:

President: TSgt Eric Roddick

Senior Advisor: TSgt Francisco Gonzales

Vice President: TSgt Kayla Gatten

Secretary: TSgt Anthony Intorre

Treasurer: SSgt Seth Modin

• New Checking:$5726.85   New Savings:$0.00   Cash App:$834.50   Due out:$0.00   Cash $0.00                                            TOTAL: $6541.35

TRUSTEE/STANDING ACTIVITY REPORTS:

Trustee #1: TSgt Caleb Coffman - Membership

·        8 recruits/25 retains (month of October)

·        225 recruits/132 retains/563 total members (YTD)

Trustee #2: SSgt Preston Belcher - Plans and Programs

Trustee #3: TSgt Bryant Harrison – Legislative Activity

RECURRING MESSAGE:  Stress the importance of letting your voice be heard via the VOTER VOICE and when contacting your Senator, making your story personal on bills that are in Congress. The VOTER VOICE is located on the AFSA website at www.hqafsa.org.  It’s easy to use; there is also an AFSA app for smartphones.

·         Military & Government (M&G) Briefs; current and historical legislative topics can be found on the AFSA HQ website.

·         Use personal email for AFSA membership account.

Volunteer Activity Chairman: Vacant

Awards Chairman: TSgt William Groesch

·        3rd Qtr Winners:

Family Matters Chairman: TSgt Chelsea Desmarais

·        MFRC/Key Spouse POC - Miss MacFarland

·        Car Trunk for Trunk-R-Treat (October 25th)

Professional Development Chairman: SSgt Drew Davis

·        John C. Maxwell course 

o   Held monthly at Heritage Hall

o   Look for email advertisement sent out by 4 FW DA MSgt Troyna

·        John C. Maxwell Facilitator training

Communications Activity Chairman: TSgt Caleb Shadle

·          RECURRING MESSAGE:  Please be sure to sign in at the meetings so we can keep our AFSA distro list current.  Chapter 371 has a Facebook Group page.  We also have a Gmail account which enables anyone to reach the AFSA Executive Council.

·         Chapter Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/191332028092/

·         Gmail: AFSAChapter371@gmail.com

·         Org Box: AFSA.371@us.af.mil

·         SharePoint: AFSA Chapter 371 - Home (dps.mil)

Airman Activity Chairman: A1C Briana Williams-Bauer/ A1C Brianna Sanchez

Sergeant-at-Arms: SSgt Michael Bruno

OLD BUSINESS: 

·         All committees seeking applicants

NEW BUSINESS: 

·         2025 Division 2 Conference to be hosted by Chapter 371 in Asheville, NC (TBD).

·         Chapter elections at November GM Meeting

ENGAGEMENTS:

Monthly:

• General Membership Meetings (1st Wednesday of the Month)

• FTEC briefings – POC: MSgt Troyna

• ALS Briefings

• Monthly Legislative Newsletter

·         SNCO Calls

·         Newcomers’ brief/info fairs – POC: Lee Wright/FSS

·         John C. Maxwell Leadership Course

Quarterly:

• 371 Awards/Division 2 Awards

• ALS/CAP/JROTC Awards

Annual:

·         POW/MIA

·         SJAFB Independence Day Celebration

·         Division 2 Professional Development Summit

·         AFSA International Summit

·         NC Freedom Fest

FIRST COMMAND:

·         Trivia Nights (3rd Friday each month)

·         Third Thursday Lunch and Learn- Los Fegones @ 1130-1230

INFO/ANNOUNCEMENTS: (Open Forum)

·         Augmentee opportunities at PNC Arena (TBD)

·         POW/MIA Money donation tabled to November meeting

PRESIDENT’S TIME:

·         Chapter elections in November

Elections:

·         President: TSgt Lewis Coffman

·         Vice-President: TSgt Kayla Gatten

·         Trustee #1: SSgt Preston Belcher

·         Trustee #2: SSgt Ryan Whitney

·         Trustee #3: TSgt Axel Pabon Lind

·         Trustee #4: Vacant (Will elect at Dec GM Meeting)

NEXT MEETING:  4 Dec @ 1100 Location: Eagles Landing Pegasus Rm.

MEETING ADJOURNMENT: Motion by TSgt Gatten, Seconded by TSgt Coffman, Motion passed

STOP TIME: 1155

MEMORANDUM FOR AFSA, CHAPTER 371 – The Wright Chapter!

SUBJECT:  General Membership Meeting Agenda, 2 October 2024, 1100 hours. Eagles Landing Pegasus Rm.

CALL TO ORDER: 1101

START TIME: 1101

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:  (ONLY RECITED WHEN IN CIVILIAN ATTIRE)

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

AFSA PREAMBLE:

With reverence for God and Country and being ever mindful of our responsibility to aid in maintaining a superior defense for our beloved country; our interest in the welfare of persons who served and are serving in the Uniformed Services; our devotion to our fellow members and their families in fortune and distress; and our reverence for the memory of those departed; we unite to further the aims and objectives of this association.

WELCOME:  (Hails) Any Dignitaries, Guests, and New Members? (Farewells) Any departing members?

READING/APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: TSgt Coffman motion to approve, TSgt Beldsoe Seconded, motion passed

Last GM meeting was September 2024                                                 

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL:

President: TSgt Eric Roddick

Senior Advisor: TSgt Francisco Gonzales

Vice President: TSgt Kayla Gatten

Secretary: TSgt Anthony Intorre

Treasurer: SSgt Seth Modin

• New Checking:$5570.59   New Savings:$0.00   Cash App:$834.50   Due out:$0.00   Cash $0.00                                            TOTAL: $6605.09

TRUSTEE/STANDING ACTIVITY REPORTS:

Trustee #1: TSgt Caleb Coffman - Membership

·        22 recruits/57 retains (month of September)

·        215 recruits/107 retains/557 total members (YTD)

Trustee #2: SSgt Preston Belcher - Plans and Programs

Trustee #3: TSgt Bryant Harrison – Legislative Activity

RECURRING MESSAGE:  Stress the importance of letting your voice be heard via the VOTER VOICE and when contacting your Senator, making your story personal on bills that are in Congress. The VOTER VOICE is located on the AFSA website at www.hqafsa.org.  It’s easy to use; there is also an AFSA app for smartphones.

·         Military & Government (M&G) Briefs; current and historical legislative topics can be found on the AFSA HQ website.

·         Use personal email for AFSA membership account.

Volunteer Activity Chairman: Vacant

Awards Chairman: TSgt William Groesch

·        3rd Qtr Winners:

Family Matters Chairman: TSgt Chelsea Desmarais

·        MFRC/Key Spouse POC - Miss MacFarland

·        Car Trunk for Trunk-R-Treat (October 25th)

Professional Development Chairman: SSgt Drew Davis

·        John C. Maxwell course 

o   Held monthly at Heritage Hall

o   Look for email advertisement sent out by 4 FW DA MSgt Troyna

·        John C. Maxwell Facilitator training

Communications Activity Chairman: TSgt Caleb Shadle

·          RECURRING MESSAGE:  Please be sure to sign in at the meetings so we can keep our AFSA distro list current.  Chapter 371 has a Facebook Group page.  We also have a Gmail account which enables anyone to reach the AFSA Executive Council.

·         Chapter Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/191332028092/

·         Gmail: AFSAChapter371@gmail.com

·         Org Box: AFSA.371@us.af.mil

·         SharePoint: AFSA Chapter 371 - Home (dps.mil)

Airman Activity Chairman: A1C Briana Williams-Bauer/ A1C Brianna Sanchez

Sergeant-at-Arms: SSgt Michael Bruno

OLD BUSINESS: 

·         All committees seeking applicants

NEW BUSINESS: 

·         2025 Division 2 Conference to be hosted by Chapter 371 in Asheville, NC (TBD). (April)

·         Legislative Awareness Week (3rd week of October) 14-18th October

·         Division 2 3rd Qtr Award nominations open

·         Upcoming chapter elections at November GM Meeting

ENGAGEMENTS:

Monthly:

• General Membership Meetings (1st Wednesday of the Month)

• FTEC briefings – POC: MSgt Troyna

• ALS Briefings

• Monthly Legislative Newsletter

·         SNCO Calls

·         Newcomers’ brief/info fairs – POC: Lee Wright/FSS

·         John C. Maxwell Leadership Course

Quarterly:

• 371 Awards/Division 2 Awards

• ALS/CAP/JROTC Awards

Annual:

·         POW/MIA

·         SJAFB Independence Day Celebration

·         Division 2 Professional Development Summit

·         AFSA International Summit

·         NC Freedom Fest

FIRST COMMAND:

·         Trivia Nights (3rd Friday each month)

·         Third Thursday Lunch and Learn- Los Fegones @ 1130-1230

INFO/ANNOUNCEMENTS: (Open Forum)

·         Augmentee opportunities at PNC Arena (TBD)

·         POW/MIA Money donation tabled to November meeting

PRESIDENT’S TIME:

·         Chapter elections in November

NEXT MEETING:  6 Nov @ 1100 Location: Eagles Landing Pegasus Rm.

MEETING ADJOURNMENT: TSgt Coffman motioned, TSgt Beldsoe seconded, motion passed

STOP TIME: 1152

 MEMORANDUM FOR AFSA, CHAPTER 371 – The Wright Chapter!

SUBJECT:  General Membership Meeting Agenda, 4 September 2024, 1100 hours. Eagles Landing Pegasus Rm.

CALL TO ORDER: 1104

START TIME: 1104

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:  (ONLY RECITED WHEN IN CIVILIAN ATTIRE)

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

AFSA PREAMBLE:

With reverence for God and Country and being ever mindful of our responsibility to aid in maintaining a superior defense for our beloved country; our interest in the welfare of persons who served and are serving in the Uniformed Services; our devotion to our fellow members and their families in fortune and distress; and our reverence for the memory of those departed; we unite to further the aims and objectives of this association.

WELCOME:  (Hails) Any Dignitaries, Guests, and New Members? (Farewells) Any departing members?

READING/APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: TSgt Gatten motion, TSgt Shadle seconded

Last GM meeting was August 2024                                       

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL:

President: TSgt Eric Roddick

Senior Advisor: TSgt Francisco Gonzales

Vice President: TSgt Kayla Gatten

Secretary: TSgt Anthony Intorre

Treasurer: SSgt Seth Modin

• New Checking:$3831.89   New Savings:$0.00   Cash App:$370.50   Due out:$0.00   Cash $0.00                                            TOTAL: $4202.39

TRUSTEE/STANDING ACTIVITY REPORTS:

Trustee #1: TSgt Caleb Coffman - Membership

·        30 recruits/13 retains/504 total members (1 July- 7 Aug 2024)

Trustee #2: SSgt Preston Belcher - Plans and Programs

Trustee #3: TSgt Bryant Harrison – Legislative Activity

RECURRING MESSAGE:  Stress the importance of letting your voice be heard via the VOTER VOICE and when contacting your Senator, making your story personal on bills that are in Congress. The VOTER VOICE is located on the AFSA website at www.hqafsa.org.  It’s easy to use; there is also an AFSA app for smartphones.

·         Military & Government (M&G) Briefs; current and historical legislative topics can be found on the AFSA HQ website.

·         Use personal email for AFSA membership account.

Volunteer Activity Chairman: TSgt Joshua Irwin

·        POW/MIA (3rd week of September)

Awards Chairman: TSgt William Groesch

·        2nd Qtr Winners:

o   NCO of the Quarter- SSgt Chelsea Desmarais

o   Volunteer of the Quarter- SrA Lamabelo Lokadi

o   Amn of the Quarter- A1C Andres Pizarro-Irizarry

o   Member of the Quarter- A1C Juan Machado

o   Recruiter of the Quarter- A1C Juan Machado

Family Matters Chairman: SSgt Chelsea Desmarais

·        MFRC/Key Spouse POC - Miss MacFarland

·        Car Trunk for Trunk-R-Treat (TBD)

Professional Development Chairman: SSgt Drew Davis

·        John C. Maxwell course 

o   2 classes taught, 32 4FW members trained

·        John C. Maxwell Facilitator training

o   4 Facilitators certified

Communications Activity Chairman: TSgt Caleb Shadle

·          RECURRING MESSAGE:  Please be sure to sign in at the meetings so we can keep our AFSA distro list current.  Chapter 371 has a Facebook Group page.  We also have a Gmail account which enables anyone to reach the AFSA Executive Council.

·         Chapter Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/191332028092/

·         Gmail: AFSAChapter371@gmail.com

·         Org Box: AFSA.371@us.af.mil

·         SharePoint: AFSA Chapter 371 - Home (dps.mil)

Airman Activity Chairman: A1C Briana Williams-Bauer/ A1C Brianna Sanchez

·        Collab with Annual Pool Party- Rising 4

Sergeant-at-Arms: SSgt Michael Bruno

OLD BUSINESS: 

·         All committees seeking applicants

NEW BUSINESS: 

·         2025 Division 2 Conference to be hosted by Chapter 371 in Asheville, NC. (April)

·         International Summit in August 8-14

·         Legislative Awareness Week (3rd week of October)

·         Division 2 2nd Qtr Award nominations open

·         TSgt Coffman motion to vote for accreditation of chapter delegates (for International Summit), Mr. Jason seconded, motion passed

ENGAGEMENTS:

Monthly:

• General Membership Meetings (1st Wednesday of the Month)

• FTEC briefings – POC: MSgt Troyna

• ALS Briefings

• Monthly Legislative Newsletter

·         SNCO Calls

·         Newcomers’ brief/info fairs – POC: Lee Wright/FSS

·         371 Professional Development Seminar

Quarterly:

• 371 Awards/Division 2 Awards

• ALS/CAP/JROTC Awards

• Foundational Courses

Annual:

·         POW/MIA

·         SJAFB Independence Day Celebration

FIRST COMMAND:

·         Trivia Nights (3rd Friday each month)

·         Third Thursday Lunch and Learn- Los Fegones @ 1130-1230

INFO/ANNOUNCEMENTS: (Open Forum)

·         Augmentee opportunities at PNC Arena (TBD)

·         Chapter patches within 6 weeks (TBD)

PRESIDENT’S TIME:

·         LOAs sent out quarterly

·         POW/MIA Volunteers needed

NEXT MEETING:  2 Oct @ 1100 Location: Eagles Landing Pegasus Rm.

MEETING ADJOURNMENT: TSgt Gatten motion, TSgt Bledsoe seconded. Motion passed.

STOP TIME: 1146

 MEMORANDUM FOR AFSA, CHAPTER 371 – The Wright Chapter!

SUBJECT:  General Membership Meeting Agenda, 7 August 2024, 1100 hours. Eagles Landing Pegasus Rm.

CALL TO ORDER: 1100

START TIME: 1101

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:  (ONLY RECITED WHEN IN CIVILIAN ATTIRE)

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

AFSA PREAMBLE:

With reverence for God and Country and being ever mindful of our responsibility to aid in maintaining a superior defense for our beloved country; our interest in the welfare of persons who served and are serving in the Uniformed Services; our devotion to our fellow members and their families in fortune and distress; and our reverence for the memory of those departed; we unite to further the aims and objectives of this association.

WELCOME:  (Hails) Any Dignitaries, Guests, and New Members? (Farewells) Any departing members?

READING/APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: June & July- TSgt Coffman motion to approve, TSgt Gatten seconded, motion passed.

Last GM meeting was July 2024                                             

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL:

President: TSgt Eric Roddick

Senior Advisor: TSgt Francisco Gonzales

Vice President: TSgt Kayla Gatten

Secretary: TSgt Anthony Intorre

Treasurer: SSgt Seth Modin

• New Checking:$3831.89   New Savings:$0.00   Cash App:$370.50   Due out:$0.00   Cash $0.00                                            TOTAL: $4202.39

TRUSTEE/STANDING ACTIVITY REPORTS:

Trustee #1: TSgt Caleb Coffman - Membership

·        30 recruits/13 retains/504 total members (1 July- 7 Aug 2024)

Trustee #2: SSgt Preston Belcher - Plans and Programs

Trustee #3: TSgt Bryant Harrison – Legislative Activity

RECURRING MESSAGE:  Stress the importance of letting your voice be heard via the VOTER VOICE and when contacting your Senator, making your story personal on bills that are in Congress. The VOTER VOICE is located on the AFSA website at www.hqafsa.org.  It’s easy to use; there is also an AFSA app for smartphones.

·         Military & Government (M&G) Briefs; current and historical legislative topics can be found on the AFSA HQ website.

·         Use personal email for AFSA membership account.

Volunteer Activity Chairman: SSgt Joshua Irwin

·        POW/MIA (3rd week of September)

Awards Chairman: TSgt William Groesch

·        2nd Qtr Winners:

o   NCO of the Quarter- SSgt Chelsea Desmarais

o   Volunteer of the Quarter- SrA Lamabelo Lokadi

o   Amn of the Quarter- A1C Andres Pizarro-Irizarry

o   Member of the Quarter- A1C Juan Machado

o   Recruiter of the Quarter- A1C Juan Machado

Family Matters Chairman: SSgt Chelsea Desmarais

·        MFRC/Key Spouse POC - Miss MacFarland

·        Car Trunk for Trunk-R-Treat (TBD)

Professional Development Chairman: SSgt Drew Davis

·        John C. Maxwell course 

o   2 classes taught, 32 4FW members trained

·        John C. Maxwell Facilitator training

o   4 Facilitators certified

Communications Activity Chairman: TSgt Caleb Shadle

·          RECURRING MESSAGE:  Please be sure to sign in at the meetings so we can keep our AFSA distro list current.  Chapter 371 has a Facebook Group page.  We also have a Gmail account which enables anyone to reach the AFSA Executive Council.

·         Chapter Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/191332028092/

·         Gmail: AFSAChapter371@gmail.com

·         Org Box: AFSA.371@us.af.mil

·         SharePoint: AFSA Chapter 371 - Home (dps.mil)

Airman Activity Chairman: A1C Briana Williams-Bauer/ A1C Brianna Sanchez

·        Collab with Annual Pool Party- Rising 4

·        Video Game Tourney (end of August)- potential

Sergeant-at-Arms: SSgt Michael Bruno

OLD BUSINESS: 

·         All committees seeking applicants

NEW BUSINESS: 

·         2025 Division 2 Conference to be hosted by Chapter 371 in Asheville, NC. (April)

·         International Summit in August 8-14

·         Legislative Awareness Week (3rd week of October)

·         Division 2 2nd Qtr Award nominations open

·         TSgt Coffman motion to vote for accreditation of chapter delegates (for International Summit), Mr. Jason seconded, motion passed

ENGAGEMENTS:

Monthly:

• General Membership Meetings (1st Wednesday of the Month)

• FTEC briefings – POC: MSgt Troyna

• ALS Briefings

• Monthly Legislative Newsletter

·         SNCO Calls

·         Newcomers’ brief/info fairs – POC: Lee Wright/FSS

·         371 Professional Development Seminar

Quarterly:

• 371 Awards/Division 2 Awards

• ALS/CAP/JROTC Awards

• Foundational Courses

Annual:

·         POW/MIA

·         SJAFB Independence Day Celebration

FIRST COMMAND:

·         Trivia Nights (3rd Friday each month)

·         Third Thursday Lunch and Learn- Los Fegones @ 1130-1230

INFO/ANNOUNCEMENTS: (Open Forum)

·         Augmentee opportunities at PNC Arena (TBD)

·         Chapter patches within 6 weeks (TBD)

PRESIDENT’S TIME:

·         LOAs sent out quarterly

·         POW/MIA Volunteers needed

NEXT MEETING:  4 Sept @ 1100 Location: Eagles Landing Pegasus Rm.

MEETING ADJOURNMENT: TSgt Coffman motion, SSgt Belcher seconded, motion passed

STOP TIME: 1146