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Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 1 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY American Legion Post 637 April News Letter Dedicated to the men and woman that served in the United States Military. Their sacrifice maintained our nations safety and security. God bless all Veterans - Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow and may God continue to Bless the United States of America. Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 2 AMERICAN LEGION POST 637 City Hall, 6360 Fountain Square Dr. in Citrus Heights www.Facebook.com/AmericanLegionPost637 NEWSLETTER FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY COMMANDERS CORNER Sylvia Thweatt - Commander I am sad to say that it was decided to cancel our annu- al Veterans Picnic scheduled for May 2. We are still planning on having the Battle of the Bands and BBQs, our annual fundraiser, in September. So far the fol- lowing events that affect the Post or the Post members participate in were cancelled or rescheduled: 3/29 AL District meeting postponed to May 3 4/8 Dixon Quarterly Memorial cancelled 4/14 RiverCats Opening Day postponed 4/14 Board meeting cancelled, 4/22 AL Day at the Capitol postponed 4/24 Taste of Citrus Heights postponed to July 17 Hello Legionnaires, On a positive note, the Board once again stepped up and made a positive impact. We received an email Since I haven’t heard of anyone being sick or in dis- asking for help to feed 30 National Guardsmen that tress, I am hoping all of you are doing well, keeping were activated to assist the Sacramento Food Bank. inside or in your backyards and patiently waiting for For some reason their swing and grave shifts were not this unfortunate situation to pass. As I said before, if taken care of after the cafeteria closed. I am happy to you need any assistance please don’t hesitate to reach say that because of our Vets Helping Vets fund we out to any of the board members and we’ll be more were able to provide taco soup with corn bread and than happy to assist in any way we can. Mac & cheese, meatloaf, salad and brownies. These As you know we had to cancel the March Post meet- two meals cost $75, which included plates, bowls and ing and I am not really sure if we will be able to have baking pans. I want to thank Patty and Steve Gall and the April one. We will definitely keep you posted. Waldi and David Paige for lending their crockpots. When we do get back to the new normal, we will have About 10 days later we were informed that no more a lot to do. Some of the important tasks will be voting meals are needed. I am not sure what happened but I on the new Bylaws and nomination and voting on hope the proper steps were taken to feed these “kids”. Post’s Commander and Vice Commanders. So in the Stay safe and healthy. meantime, please read the Bylaws that were sent to you and think about who you would like to see in the Sylvia Executive positions mentioned above. Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 3 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY Ron Myers Adjutant 916-723-7324 What the COVID-19 test is like On April 24th I had symptoms that were at the time like the VCOVID-19 virus. They got no better by the next day. On April 25th I called the VA advice nurse, de- scribed my symptoms and was to go to the emergency room at Mather. I walked up to the door and saw blue tape on the floor just before the entry along with a “stop here” sign. A nurse, 15 feet inside, with a mask and face shield read a list of symptoms and asked if I had any. A “yes” reply got me in a line for the next step. An orderly took me to a station with two nurses who took vitals and contact info. The orderly then took me to the actual test site. The nurse at that site asked me a few questions and told me about thee test itself. The test is a nasal swab. As a warning I was told the it WOULD be uncomfortable. That was a major understatement! The nasal swab re- sembles a thin Q-tip but is about six inches long and goes all the way up your nose, one swab per side. The swabs are secured and sent off site for a lab test. I was told to expect results by phone within two to four days. After a week with no results I again called the advice nurse who was able to contact my VA primary care Dr. She said I had tested negative. Not a comfortable thing to do but the correct thing if you have symptoms such as sore throat, difficulty breathing, dry cough and a fever. Stay safe Ron Myers Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 4 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY “The American dream lives—not only in the hearts and minds of our own countrymen but in the hearts and minds of millions of the world's peo- ple in both free and oppressed societies who look to us for leadership. As long as that dream lives, as long as we continue to defend it, Amer- ica has a future, and all mankind has reason to hope.” Remarks at the Annual Washington Conference of the American Legion, 1983 Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 5 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY Stephan Gall People can make an appointment to donate blood now by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800- 1st Vice RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Type O and platelet donations are espe- cially needed right now. Commander Financial issues 916-215-0685 The Federal Trade Commission, or FTC, has a page helping people avoid coronavirus scams at www.ftc.gov/coronavirus Unfortunately, some people are taking advantage of fears surrounding Veterans have multiple resources available for the latest coronavirus. The FTC page lists tips such as knowing who to buy from COVID-19, or coronavirus, information. online, robocalls and online offers for vaccinations. There’s also helpful information on responding to fake government officials. This ranges from Here are several resources. responding to text and emails about checks from the government to ex- perts saying they have information about coronavirus. Federal government response The overall federal government response is at www.usa.gov/coronavirus The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau also has information about This page offers the most updated health-related guidance and information protecting finances at www.consumerfinance.gov/coronavirus on coronavirus. The site educates people on consumer complaints, protecting credit, deal- ing with debt and more. VA resources For the latest VA updates on coronavirus and commonsense tips on Small Business preventing its spread, visit www.visn19.va.gov/visn19/coronavirus The Small Business Administration (SBA) assists small businesses with accessing federal resources and navigating their preparedness plans as described by the CDC’s Guidance for Businesses and Employers. Rumor control The Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, is working with Small business owners in all U.S. states and territories are currently the eligible to apply for a low-interest loan due to Coronavirus Department of Health and Human Services for COVID-19 pandemic re- (COVID-19). Click here to apply. sponse. As of March 20, 2020, all 50 states, the District of Columbia, five territories and one tribe are working directly with The SBA works with a number of local partners to counsel, mentor and FEMA under the Nationwide Emergency Declaration for COVID-19. train small businesses. Use the SBA’s Local Assistance Directory to locate the office nearest you. FEMA has a rumor control page at www.fema.gov/coronavirus The page addresses the latest myths, giving people the latest facts–versus SBA provides a number of loan resources for small businesses to use when myths–on the operating their business. For more information on loans or how to connect federal response. with a lender, visit: www.sba.gov/coronavirus CDC information Housing information The Centers for Disease Control, or CDC, offers information about The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development offers protecting a person and what a person should do if sick. There are information at www.hud.gov/coronavirus also resources for the community covering travel, schools, childcare, busi- ness, and community and faith-based organizations. The page also offers This includes relief for homeowners and information for HUD assisted the latest information on the number of cases in the U.S. residents. For more information about coronavirus, please visit www.cdc.gov/ Social security and Medicare information coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates Veterans receiving social security can stay up-to-date with the latest at www.ssa.gov/coronavirus The site has frequently asked questions about benefits. Food and drugs The U.S. Food and Drug Administration offers the latest information on Medicare offers their latest updates at www.medicare.gov/medicare- their site at www.fda.gov/news-events/press coronavirus The page covers information about lab tests, medical hospital- monitoring medical product and food supply chains for potential izations and a Medicare Advantage Plan. shortages and disruptions. This page has news about new policies regarding ventilators, testing kits, monitoring vital signs and more. State information People can find out what’s going on in their state at The U.S. Department of Agriculture also has information about food www.state.gov/coronavirus safety and pet safety at www.agriculture.gov/ Blood donations Steve Gall The American Red Cross strongly urges healthy, eligible individuals who are feeling well to give blood or platelets. This helps maintain a sufficient blood supply and prevent shortages as coronavirus cases rise in the U.S. Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 6 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY Alex Candela 3rd Vice Commander 916-990-4895 2020 Boys State Well the 83rd Session of California Boys State normally held at Sac State, has been cancelled for the 2020 season. The decision was based on what is best for the health and safety of our Delegates, staff and American Legion family in light of the COVID-19 PANDEMIC. This is only the second time that this has happed in the his- tory of California Boys State. The last time was during WWII. The Delegate fees ($690.00) I sent in to pay for two Delegates we were going to send this year, will be sent to me directly. When I get the check, I will send it to our Finance Officer, David Paige who will then return the money to Citrus Heights Rota- ry Club. Citrus Heights Rotary has sponsored our Boys State Delegates for many, many years. And they are a willing partner with CH American Legion Post 637 to fund this project for, hopefully, many more years to come. I’m sorry to bring you the sad news. Observe Social Distancing, and be safe and strong. And together we will all get through this pandemic TOGETHER!! Alex Candela - 3rd Vice Boys State Chair Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 7 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY David Paige Finance Officer 916-801-8554 Vets. We Are The People Insights: We are the people, when the time has come you will be called upon to deter- mine the fate of this Nation. Our Founding Fathers understood the struggle that would continually tear at the Freedoms and Liberty that are naturally endowed. Dur- ing the Revolutionary War most were hesitant/ unwilling to fight or stand up for their Freedom and Liberties. Approx. 3% of the people chose to fight defend the un heard of idea that the Greatest Country the world had ever seen was born. As American citi- zens we have far more freedoms then most. Those freedoms have been slowly, incre- mentally taken away until now most have no concept of true freedom. People volun- tarily have given them away through votes and quiet submission to the Politicians that no longer fear the Citizenry. Look at the time we currently live in. You must ask for permission for almost anything you do, by fee or permit. Laws have been enacted by unelected Bureaucrats, the right to freely move around, assemble, practice religion as you see fit. The PC crowd has made so many things a violation of something, you are a racist, a homophobe, divide and conquer groups. There are so many laws you violate something everyday. BTW everything is for the children, (hint, it is never for the children). Our gov’t is good at nothing except taking money misusing it and giv- ing it to things no one votes for. Our Children and young people have been taught that the Gov’t is the answer and one can not possibly exist without it. The Gov’t has stepped so far outside its Constitutional mandate. It is up to us as American Citizen to redirect their focus back to the Constitution. I prefer Dangerous Freedom Over Peaceful Slavery David Paige Finance Officer/ Range Officer Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 8 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY The GI Bill The Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944 (commonly known as the GI Bill) almost did- n’t happen. The battle came down to a deadlocked conference committee in June 1944 that was broken by one of history’s most dramatic efforts to get a bill signed into law. Former Illinois Gov. John Stelle, was appointed to lead the committee to distill all of The American Legion’s preferred benefits — including free college tuition, vocational training and $20 a week in unemployment pay for a maximum of 52 weeks — into a comprehensive bill containing 10 provisions. Past National Commander Harry W. Colmery of Kansas, in December of 1943, drafted the legislation by hand in a room of the Mayflower Hotel. Several modifications would be made before it reached Congress, but the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944 did not deviate from its 10 key provisions: college education, vocational training, readjustment pay, home and business loans, discharge review, adequate hospitalization, prompt settlement of disability claims, mustering-out pay, employment services and concentration of all these provisions under the Veterans Administration. On March 17, 1944, the measure unanimously passed in the Senate, but the House re- mained stalled until May 18. A conference committee was assembled to marry the Senate and House versions. The House conferees were deadlocked 3-3 with the tie-breaking vote, that of Rep. John Gibson, who was in rural Georgia recovering from an illness. The Legion got through to an operator in Atlanta who called Gibson’s home every five minutes until he answered at 11 p.m. The Legion, assisted by military and police escorts, then took Gibson on a 90-mile high-speed trip through a rainstorm to the Jacksonville, Fla., airport where he was flown to Washington, arriving shortly after 6 a.m. He cast the vote to send the bill to the president’s desk and promised to make public the name of anyone who would vote against it, along with their reasons. The conference committee tie suddenly became unanimous in favor. On June 22, 1944, flanked by lawmakers and members of The American Legion special committee, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944 into law. Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 9 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 10 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY Army Day - April 6 They’re there at the front line, holding positions in the most dangerous territory in any mili- tary theater. They march hundreds of miles with packs that easily way more than they do, carrying needed supplies and equipment into locations that are often under heavy enemy fire. For many of them, the constant sound of mortar fire is their lullaby, and a silent night is one to dread where the enemy can come at any time, and their plans remain largely a mystery to these noble men and women. Army Day celebrates these most fundamental of the armed forces, and reminds us of the sacrifices they make to protect home and country. History of Army Day World War II was in full swing when Franklin D. Roosevelt sat the American Presidency. He held an unenviable position at the time, leading the American nation into a war that followed on the heels of what had been called “The War to End All Wars”. Little did they know the war to follow would be the most devastating and destructive war in history, and more lives would be lost during it than could they possibly could have imagined in their worst horror-driven nightmares. Vital to the efforts of every member of the Allies was their military, and most importantly those men and women who crossed foreign ground on foot to defend, recover, and take enemy posi- tions that would alter the flow of the war. Army Day was established to commemorate all members of all armed forces and the civilians that support them. It was clear he truly understood the function of our military men and women when he cited them as “A Mighty Arm of the Tree of Liberty”, knowing that they were all that stood between the safety, security, and peace of those who fought against tyranny and the cruel and dominating forc- es of the Axis of Evil that sought to destroy it all. Army Day serves as a reminder that everything that we hold dear is thanks to the efforts of these men and women, and the blood they spill in the name of our freedoms. Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 11 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY American Legion –100 years old and 2.5 million strong Dear Legionnaire, The United States has the most comprehensive system of assistance for Veterans of any nation in the world. As the U.S. entered World War I in 1917, Congress established a new system of Vet- eran’s benefits, including programs for disability compensation, insurance for service personnel and veterans, and vocational rehabilitation for the disabled. By the 1920s, three different federal agencies administered the various benefits: The Veterans Bu- reau, the Bureau of Pensions of the Interior Department, and the National Home for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers. In 1921, the Legion’s efforts resulted in creation of the federal Veterans Bureau (which is now the Veterans Administration) as part of a legislative victory to consoli- date these three agencies. After persistent pressure from The American Legion, the Veterans Administration was created in 1930, solidifying the relationship between the Veteran’s organization, rep- resenting the stakeholders, and the federal agency whose responsibility is to ensure efficiency, quality, and timeliness of services for veterans. Over the decades, the VA’s role expanded beyond disability benefits and health care. It will take up many of the GI Bill’s provisions after June 1944, including education, home and business loans. In 1989, the Veterans Administration was elevated to Cabinet-level status as the De- partment of Veterans Affairs (VA) after supportive lobbying by The American Legion. The Legion fought hard for the change, arguing that veterans deserve representation at the highest levels of government. Today, the Legion continues to lobby for adequate funding to cover medical, disabil- ity, education and other benefits for veterans. These efforts are possible thanks to the commitment of our Legionnaires. As a member of The American Legion, you are helping to advocate for veterans and their families. Some of our legislative priorities include supporting the VA’s suicide prevention efforts, creating lifetime electronic health records, reclassifying cannabis for medical research, instituting gender-specific health care for women veterans, and funding programs to end veteran homelessness. Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 12 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY Vet Death Preps Update 01 ► What DoD Will Provide Upon Death Burial in a VA national cemetery -- Every eligible veteran who is entitled to burial in a national cemetery as long as space is available and the following conditions are met: Veter- an was discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. Veteran was not subsequently convicted for offenses involving prohibited weapons of mass destruction, genocide and inter- national terrorism. With certain exceptions, service beginning after Sept. 7, 1980, as an en- listed person and service after Oct. 16, 1981, as an officer must have served for a mini-mum of 24 months or the full period for which the person was called to active duty. For a description of requirements refer to www.cem.va.gov Burial benefits in a VA national cemetery include the following: gravesite, headstone, marker or medallion, opening and closing of the grave, and perpetual care of the grave site. Many national cemeteries have columbaria or gravesites for cremated remains. Gravesites in national cemeteries cannot be reserved. Many national cemeteries are closed to new casket in- terments. Funeral directors or others making burial arrangements must apply at the time of death. Spouses and minor children of eligible veterans and of servicemembers may also be buried in a national cemetery. If a surviving spouse of an eligible veteran marries a nonveteran, and remarriage was terminated by death or divorce of the non-veteran, the spouse is subsequently eligible for burial in a national cemetery. Visit the National Cemetery Administration website at www.cem.va.gov for a listing of all national cemeteries and state veterans cemeteries. Send questions on benefits eligibility to VA at [email protected]. Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 13 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY Sacramento County Veterans Services Established in 1946 by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, Veterans Services is respon- sible for providing benefit entitlement determinations, claim development, claim filing, advocacy, and case management services to the veterans population of Sacramento County. DHA Veterans Services can assist you with the following: Service-Connected Disability Compensation Benefits Non Service-Connected Disability Pension Benefits Dependency Indemnity Compensation (DIC) Benefits Death Pension Benefits Aid & Attendance Entitlement VA Medical Care Eligibility & Access Vocational Rehabilitation Benefits California College Fee Waiver Program VA Life Insurance State Veterans Homes Requests for Military Records Discharge Upgrade Information Burial Benefits Other Ancillary Benefits & Programs - The office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. In Person: 2007 19th Street Sacramento CA 95818 Phone: 916-874-6811 or E-mail: [email protected] ( Information thanks to County Supervisor Sue Frost) Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 14 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY Lowe’s Expands Military Discount National home improvement retailer Lowe’s has expanded its everyday military dis- count program to include all honorably discharged veterans, as of May. The chain also has expanded the 10 percent discount to Lowe's online shopping, which will include free parcel shipping. It will provide for faster checkout and add the ability to use the discount at self-checkout in stores, said Lowe's spokeswoman Karen Cobb. But the procedure for getting the discount has changed: Active-duty service members, retirees and veterans must sign up online for the Lowe’s personal shopping card to qualify for the discount. This is not a credit card. Spouses and dependent children up to age 18 can also get the discount, although the online signup process doesn’t include an option for “spouses” or "children." "The discount is linked to a MyLowes account, which can be shared by a household,” said Megan Lewis, a Lowe’s spokeswoman. “Once the service member signs up for the dis- count program, it will be linked to a MyLowes card that can also be used by their spouse.” Lowe’s has offered discounts to military members and veterans for more than a dec- ade. Previously, the 10 percent discount at Lowe’s was available every day to active-duty ser- vice members, retired military and other veterans receiving VA benefits who showed their identification. For other honorably discharged veterans, the discount was limited to three days – Memorial Day, July 4 and Veterans Day. “The verification process is designed to be a simplified one-time signup,” Lewis said. “Military and veteran customers can simply present their MyLowes card at checkout rather than show military credentials each time.” Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 15 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY ORDER OF THE HEALTH OFFICER OF THE COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO DIRECTING ALL INDIVIDUALS LIVING IN THE COUNTY TO STAY AT HOME OR AT THEIR PLACE OF RESIDENCE EXCEPT THAT THEY MAY LEAVE TO PROVIDE OR RECEIVE CERTAIN ESSENTIAL SERVICES OR ENGAGE IN CERTAIN ESSENTIAL ACTIVITIES AND WORK FOR ESSENTIAL BUSINESSES AND GOVERNMENTAL SERVICES; EX- EMPTING INDIVIDUALS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS FROM THIS ORDER BUT URGING THEM TO FIND SHELTER AND GOVERNMENT AGENCIES TO PROVIDE IT; DIRECTING ALL BUSINESSES AND GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES TO CEASE NON- ESSENTIAL OPERATIONS AT PHYSICAL LOCATIONS IN THE COUNTY; PROHIBIT- ING ALL NON-ESSENTIAL GATHERINGS OF ANY NUMBER OF INDIVIDUALS; AND ORDERING CESSATION OF ALL NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL DATE OF ORDER: MARCH 19, 2020 Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 16 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY In Memory of the fallen Post 637, Police Officer On the 21st day of each month, we ask that all of you That died take a moment to show your support by remembering those who were prisoners of war (POW) and those who are still miss- ing in action (MIA), as well as their families. The Chaplain’s Corner Barry Fitzgerald lighted on my head--I reached up my hand very gently--I killed him and then we di- Chaplain vided him equally among us. We ate every bit, even the little bones. Nothing ever 916-692-5140 tasted so good." This gull saved them from starvation. Years later I asked him to tell me the story personally, because it was through this experience that he came to know Christ. He said, "I have no explanation ex- RESCUING ANGELS cept that God sent one of His angels to rescue us." We may never see them, but God "The angel or the Lord encamps all around still sends His angels to surround and pro- those who fear Him, And delivers them." tect His children-including you. Psalm 34:7 HOPE FOR TODAY During World War II, Captain Eddie Rickenbacker and his crew ran out of fuel Can you think of a time when you were and ditched their B-17 in the Pacific spared from potential harm or a situation Ocean. For weeks nothing was heard of him, turned out better than expected? One day, and across the country thousands of people we will look back and see evidence of God's prayed. protective hand throughout our lives. Then he returned, and in an article From the book "Hope For Each Day" told what had happened. "And this part I would hesitate to tell," he wrote, "except by Billy Graham that there were six witnesses who saw it with me. A gull came out of nowhere, and Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 17 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY POST 637 POST OFFICER’S Sylvia Thweatt Commander David Paige Ron Myers 916-792-9669 Finance Officer Adjutant 916-801-8554 916-723-7324 Stephan Gall Maynard Johnson Alex Candela 1st Vice 2nd Vice 3rd Vice Commander Commander Commander 916-215-0685 916-331-8716 916-990-4895 Barry Fitzgerald Jim Monteton James Miranda Chaplain Historian Service Officer 916-692-5140 916-726-9390 530-919-5255 Vacant Stephany Sward Vacant Assist. Chaplain Sgt. at Arms Assist. 916-967-7266 Service Officer Richard Tkach Jim Monteton Jack Mintz Assist. Sgt. at Arms JAG Officer Photographer 916-723-1932 916-726-9390 916-966-9041 Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 18 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY I am very proud to announce that earlier this week, Sacramento County approved an ordinance that provides FREE business licenses to Veterans. This was an effort that I have been pushing for since I took office last year, because I believe we should do whatever we can as a county to support and honor our local veterans. Our veterans have made enormous sacrifices, and this is a small way we can acknowledge their service. To be eligible for this fee waiver, an individual must be a Veteran of the armed services, who has been honorably discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions from any branch of the United States military. The Tax and License Collector may require documentation as proof of military service and honorable discharge or release status to verify applicant eligibility. For more information about business licensing, click the link below: http://www.finance.saccounty.net/Tax/Pages/BusLicFAQ.aspx Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 19 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP NEWS Ron Myers Adjutant 916-723-7324 Post Membership 637 If you have not yet renewed your membership, please do as soon as possible. As of March 15th, we are at 96.16% of those renewed. I know it is all too easy to put your renewal notice away or put it to the “later” pile, but it is important that you re- new now. The 2020 year membership numbers are as follows: Source Goal 2020 Paid % as of Post 637 260 250 96.16 3-15-2020 * This include New Member’s & Transfers Dues for the new year 2020 is $45.00 which covers July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 Mail checks to: David Paige American Legion Post 637, P O Box 1, Citrus Heights, CA 95611 NEXT MEETING Tuesday April 21, 2020 6:30 pm (providing the restrictions have been lifted) Citrus Heights City Hall 6360 Fountain Square Dr. Citrus Heights, Ca. Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 20 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY Advertising ……………………………. Guns N Stuff 5060 Roseville Rd North Highlands, CA 95660 916-334-3209 Veteran Owned DAVID PAIGE OWNER NOR CAL KITCHENS & BATH CABINETRY 11367 TRADE CENTER DR. #105 RANCHO CORDOVA, CA 95742 916-575-9777 www.norcalkb.com Did you know that our post is on Facebook? AmericanLegionpost637.com/ Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 21 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY Advertising ……………………………. Reichert’s Funeral And Cremation Services Dignity Michael Moesch Community Outreach Memorial 7320 Auburn Blvd. Mesothelioma Guide: 1-888-572-9011 121 S. Orange Avenue | Suite 1450 | Orlando , FL Citrus Heights, CA 95610 32801 www.MesotheliomaGuide.com www.reichertsfuneral.com 916-729-2229 Fax: 916-722-9485 Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 22 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY July 4, 2019 November 11, 2019 Independence Day Veterans Day July 10, 2019 December 7, 2019 2nd Qtr Ceremony Pearl Harbor Remembrance Service at Dixon January 8, 2020 August 4, 2019 4th Qtr. Homeless Coast Guard Day Service at Dixon August 24, 2019 April 6, 2020 Veterans Appreciation Picnic Army Day September 11, 2019 April 9, 2020 Patriot Day 1st Qtr Homeless September 14, 2019 Service at Dixon POW/MIA Recognition Day May 18, 2020 September 18, 2019 Armed Forces Day Air Force Day May 27, 2020 September 22, 2019 Memorial Day Sunday Fun Day June 14, 2020 October 5, 2019 Flag Day/Army Birthday 637 Battle of Bands / BBQ October 9, 2019 3rd Qtr Homeless Service at Dixon And remember - the 3rd Tuesday of each month is the General Meeting for Post 637. October 27, 2019 We start at 6:30 and meet at the Citrus Heights City Hall in the Community Room. Navy Day November 10, 2019 Marine Corps Day Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 23 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY Preamble to the Constitution of The American Legion For God and Country We associate ourselves together for the following purposes: To uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States of America; to maintain law and order; to foster and perpetuate a one hundred percent Americanism; to preserve the memories and incidents of our associations in the Great Wars; to inculcate a sense of individual obligation to the community, state and nation; to combat the autocracy of both the classes and the masses; to make right the master of might; to promote peace and goodwill on earth; to safeguard and transmit to posterity the principles of justice, freedom and democracy; to consecrate and sanctify our comradeship by our devotion to mutual helpfulness. POST MEETING LOCATION Community Room, City Hall 6360 Fountain Square Dr. in Citrus Heights Meeting time is 6:30PM The following diagram may help you locate the exact location If you have information or an article you would like to add to the newsletter please send information to [email protected] Photo’s by Jack Mintz Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion Volume 9 Issue 4 - April 2020 Page 24 FOR GOD - FOR COUNTRY - AND COMMUNITY Welcome Home Published Monthly By Post 637 Of The American Legion