NNGA Annual State Conference
27 July 2013
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NNGA ANNUAL CONFERENCE
BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA
Saturday, 27 July 2013
Eldorado Hotel
MINUTES
0930-1000Registration
0955Seating of NNGA Council Members
LT COL ZUPON“Members of the Nevada National Guard Association and Guests, we will begin our annual conference in five minutes. Please be seated.”
(HEAD TABLE SEATING): Eight Seats – from closest to the podium:
President – LT COL JEFF ZUPON
Vice President- Army (higher rank) – LTC MARY DEVINE
Vice President- Air (lower rank) – MAJ APRIL CONWAY
At Large – MAJ JUSTIN GALLI
Secretary – CPT CHARLES DICKINSON
Treasurer (ACTING) – MAJ SHAUN CRUZE
Corporate Committee Chairperson – CAPT JOHN BROWNELL
By Laws Committee Chairperson – CAPT LANCE KING
1000Call to Order
LT COL ZUPON[BANG GAVEL 3 TIMES]
“The 2013 Nevada National Guard Association Annual Conference is called to order.”
CAPT KING“Mr. President.”
LT COL ZUPON“The president recognizes the Sgt-at-Arms, CAPT LANCE KING.”
CAPT KING“Mr. President, the Sgt-at-Arms introduces:
Mr. Pete Duffy, Director of Legislative Programs, National Guard Association of the United States
LT COL ZUPON“The Sgt-at-Arms will escort Mr. Duffy to his seat.”
(REPEAT FOR OTHER DIGNITARIES – INCLUDE ALL PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTEES, AND FEDERAL, STATE AND COUNTY OFFICIALS. MILITARY OFFICIALS SHOULD BE INTRODUCED BY RANK. ELECTED OFFICIALS AND PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTEES SHOULD BE INTRODUCED AS “THE HONORABLE”):
LT COL ZUPON“Thank you for attending today’s conference.”
“We would especially like to recognize and welcome the following general officers:
Brig Gen Bill Burks,The Adjutant General of Nevada
Brig Gen (Promotable) Mike Hanifan, Deputy Commander, ArmyGuard
[OTHER GO’S???]
“I would also like to recognize and welcome the following member(s) of the Nevada National Guard Enlisted Association:
President- SMSgt Rosie Marsten
1010Color Guard – Present the Colors (***MUST HAVE A NATIONAL ANTHEM TO GO WITH IT PER COLOR GUARD***)
LT COL ZUPON“Color Guard – Present the Colors.” (Play the National Anthem)
1015Invocation
LT COL ZUPON“I now call upon Chaplain Hal Woomer for the invocation. Please rise.”
CHAPLAINWOOMER(INVOCATION)
LT COL ZUPON“Thank you Chaplain Woomer.”
1017Pledge of Allegiance
LT COL ZUPON“Please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance.”
[PROMPT AUDIENCE BY STANDING]
“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.”
“Please be seated.”
1020Roll Call
LT COL ZUPON“I call upon Vice President – Army:LTC Devine for the Roll Call.”
LT COL DEVINE“Mr. President, after conferring with Membership Chairman MajShaun Cruze and By Laws Chairman Capt Lance King, I have confirmed that enough units in the Nevada Air National Guard and Nevada Army National Guard are present at today’s ceremony. In addition, Mr. President, I confirm that a quorum exists at today’s meeting.”
LT COL ZUPON“In addition to Vice President-Army: LTCDevine, I wish to recognize the other NNGA Officers.”
“Please hold your applause until all have been recognized:
Vice President-Air: Maj April Conway
At Large Board Member: Maj Justin Galli
Secretary: CPT Charles Dickinson
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Acting Treasurer and Membership Chairperson: MajShaun Cruze
SGT-AT-ARMS: Capt Lance King
Immediate Past President: COL (Ret.) Pete Menicucci
[PROMPT APPLAUSE]
“I would also like to recognize the other members of the NNGA Council and our Special Committee Members. Council and Special Committee Members: please rise.”
[PROMPT APPLAUSE]
“I especially would like to acknowledge our “fore-members,” retirees of the Nevada National Guard. Please rise.
“Please join me in a round of applause. Thank you for your continued participation.”
[PROMPT APPLAUSE]
1025Adjutant General’s Remarks
LT COL ZUPON“It is our pleasure to welcome up to the podium the Adjutant General for the State of Nevada, Brig Gen Bill Burks.”
[NOTE: MAY WANT TO OBTAIN ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND INFO FROM BIO]
BRIG GEN BURKS[BRIG GEN BURK’S REMARKS]
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LT COL ZUPON“Thank you, General Burks.”
[PROMPT APPLAUSE]
1041Guest Speaker’s Remarks
LT COL ZUPON“As you are aware, NGAUS is about making the lives of our soldiers and airmen better.Joining us this year from THE NATIONAL GUARD ASSOCATION OF THE UNITED STATES is:COL (Ret.) Pete Duffy, Director of Legislative Affairs.”
“Peter J. Duffy currently serves as Director of Legislation and Joint Programs Manager for NGAUS. He has been with NGAUS since January 1, 2007 having previously served as Deputy Director of Legislation and Joint Programs. Pete administers NGAUS legislative staff operations and personally manages lobbying efforts for National Guard medical, personnel and veteran benefits.”
“Pete is a retired Army JAG Colonel who served as the Judge Advocate for the New Hampshire Army National Guard until his retirement in 2005. He retired from his law practice in Manchester, New Hampshire to join NGAUS after thirty years as a civil litigator. He is admitted to the Bar in California and New Hampshire.”
“COL Duffy spent his active duty years in the Federal Republic of Germany as a defense counsel, legal assistance officer and counsel to the tri-service Armed Forces Disciplinary Control Board. He holds a BA from Stanford University; a JD from the University of California at Davis; and an MA in Strategic Studies from the US Army War College. He is the father of three grown daughters and has been married to Manchester, NH native, Susan since 1978.”
“And now, it is my pleasure to welcome to the podium our legislative leader at the national level and a great friend of the Nevada National Guard, COL (Ret.) Pete Duffy.”
[PROMPT APPLAUSE]
[COL Duffy’s REMARKS]
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LT COL ZUPON“COL Duffy, Thank you for your support of the Nevada National Guard and for attending our 2013 Annual State Conference. It’s great to have you here with us!”
BREAK (10 mins)
LT COL ZUPONNNGA President’s Remark
“It is time for the NNGA Presidential Remarks.”
[ADD ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]
“Thank you.”
1121MOAA too is about making our lives better. And to give their perspective, I now welcome Dick Crampton.
1125
Ms. Charlie Smith?No comments
Assn of the US Army
1125Presentation of the NNGA Past PresidentAward
LT COL ZUPONI now call upon COL Duffy and BG Burks to join me in the presentation of the NNGA Past President Award.
LT COL ZUPON“The NNGA Past Presidents Award is awarded to Colonel Retired Pete Menicucci for his unparalleled support to the Nevada National Guard and the United States Military. During his illustrious career as a Nevada Army National Guard officer, COL (Ret.) Menicucci has supported untold legislative resolutions and initiatives that have had direct and positive impacts for the soldiers and airmen of the Nevada National Guard. Through his hard work and dedication in the Nevada National Guard, COL (Ret.) Pete Menicucci has brought great benefits to the its members. The legacy of his deeds will be embodied by better quality of life for the Nevada National Guard Soldiers and Airmen for generations to come.”
“COL (Ret.) Pete Menicucciserved in the Nevada Army National Guard and the United States Army for nearly 24 years. From Platoon leader to Brigade Commander, your contributions enormously impacted the Soldiers you led and the organizations you served. During this time in the US Army and the Nevada Army National Guard, your actions have shown great support for those serving above you and below you. As the Past President of the Nevada National Guard Association, you led parallel efforts to better enable those in the Nevada National Guard, Army & Air to live better livesduring your time as President, NNGA, from 2006 to 2010. You are an officer of the highest caliber and your professionalism, dedication exemplify excellence. Thank you for all you have done for the Nevada National Guard!”
“Congratulations Col (Ret.) Menicucci.”
[PROMPT APPLAUSE]
1130[COL (Ret.) Menicucci’s Comments (if any)
1135Reports
LT COL ZUPONI will be presiding over several committee reports today and we will begin with the Membership Report:
Approval of Minutes
LT COL XXX“The minutes of the last annual meeting, 31MAR 2012 have been circulated and reviewed by the NNGA Council.
“Are there any questions or amendments to the minutes?”
“If not, may I have a motion to approve the minutes (as amended)? Is there a second?”
“It has been moved and seconded to approve the minutes (as amended). All those in favor signify by AYE. All those opposed say NAY. The AYES have it and the minutes are approved (as amended).
Membership Committee Report
LT COL ZUPON“I call upon MajShaun Cruze, Chair of the Membership Committee.”
MAJCRUZE[MEMBERSHIP REPORT]
LT COL ZUPON“Do I have a motion to accept the Membership Committee Report as presented?”
“Is there a second?”
“It has been moved and seconded to approve the Membership Committee Report. Any discussion? All those in favor say Aye. Those opposed say NAY. The ayes have it, the motion is carried.” APPROVED.
2ND Motion by LTC Bolton: Incentivize our membership process – APPROVED.
“Thank you, MajCruze.”
Treasurer’s Report
LT COL ZUPON“I now call again upon Maj Shaun Cruze, our ActingTreasurer.”
MAJ CRUZE[TREASURER’S REPORT]
LT COL ZUPON“Do I have a motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report subject to audit?”
“Is there a second?”
“It has been moved and seconded to approve the Treasurer’s Report subject to audit. Any discussion? All those in favor say Aye. Those opposed say NAY. The ayes have it, the motion is carried.” APPROVED.
LT COL ZUPON“Thank you again, MajCruze.”
1140Bylaws Committee Report
LT COL ZUPON“I now call upon Capt Lance King, our By-laws Committee Chairman who will present the Bylaws Committee Report.”
CAPT KING“As you may recall, we have made significant changes to our bylaws over the course of the last three years. This year, we have additional recommended changes that we have determined are necessary.”
[COVER REVISIONS TO THE BYLAWS]
LT COL ZUPON“Do I have a motion to accept amendment to the Bylaws?”
“Is there a second?”
“It has been moved and seconded to amend the bylaws as presented.Any further discussion? All those in favor say Aye. Those opposed say NAY. The ayes have it, the motion is carried. We now will have 7 elected board members of the NNGA.” APPROVED.
LT COL ZUPON“Thank you, Capt King.”
1200“In addition to the hosted lunch buffet, please take the time to visit with our industry vendors who are here with us today. They have made many NNGA events and efforts possible.”
“We will now recess for lunch upstairs in the Bubinga Lounge where an Italian Buffet will be served. We will re-convene our annual meeting at 13:30 back here in this conference room.”
[BANG GAVEL 1 TIME]
1200-1325LUNCH – Very well received. Bubinga was a good location and the food was very good. Also, extremely quick service. Lunch took one hour and we reconvened at 1300.
1325Seating of NNGA Council Members
LT COL ZUPON“Members of the Nevada National Guard Association and Guests: we will re-convene our annual conference in 5 minutes. Please be seated.”
1330
LT COL ZUPONCall to Order and Re-Convene
[BANG THE GAVEL 3 TIMES]
“The 2013 Nevada National Guard Association Annual Conference is called to order and re-convened.”
Nominations – Elections
LT COL ZUPON“I call upon Secretary MajJustin Galli for the Nominations Report.”
MAJ GALLI“Mr. President, as required and just amended by our Bylaws, there are two positions each of Vice President-Air, Vice President-Army and one position of At-Large Offiicerwhich are up for election this year and must be filled. Each position is a two-year term. There was also a 10-day nomination period up until yesterday with several nominations for the two Air positions and one Army position. They are Lt Col Tony MachabeeCapt Lance King from Air. MAJ Jerome Guerrero from Army”
“Nominees for the Vice-President Position that do not get elected, will automatically be voted on in the At Large position, in addition to any other nominees for this position.
“At this time, the floor is now open for nominations for both Vice President-Air positions.”
NOMINATIONS WERE:
- APRIL CONWAY (RE-NOMINATED)
- JOHN BROWNELL
- LANCE KING (WITHDREW NOMINATION)
- TONY MACHABEE
NOMINEES WHO WON:
- APRIL CONWAY (RE-ELECTED)
- JOHN BROWNELL
“At this time, the floor is open for nominations for both Vice President-Army positions.”
NOMINEES WERE:
- MARY DEVINE (RE-NOMINATED)
- JEROME GUERRERO
- JAMES BAUMANN
NOMINEES WHO WON:
- MARY DEVINE (RE-ELECTED)
- JEROME GUERRERO
“At this time, the floor is open for nominations for the one At-Large Officer position.”
NOMINEES WERE:
- JAMES BAUMANN
- TONY MACHABEE
NOMINEE WHO WON:
- JAMES BAUMANN
(***NOTE: The At-Large position is a one year position this year (2013/2014). It will be for two years next year (1 July 2014 to 1 July 2016). This will allow the board to increase in size to 7 board members this year, so there will be 5 new & re-elected members this year (2013/2014). Next year we will elect 3 board members, 1 x VP Air, 1 x VP Army & 1 x At-Large for a 2 year term. July 1, 2014 we will elect 4 board members; 2 x VP Air, 2 x VP Army for 2 year terms)
“May I have a motion to close nominations?”
“Is there a second?”
“It has been moved and seconded to close nominations for Army and Air Vice-Presidents & At-Large Officer. Any discussion? All those in favor say Aye. Those opposed say NAY. The ayes have it, nominations are now close.”
“Since there are only two persons nominated for Vice President - Army we may elect this person by affirmation.”
“May I have a motion to approve the two positions of Vice president-Army by affirmation?”
“Is there a second?”
“It has been moved and seconded to approve by affirmation, LTC Mary Devineand MAJ Jerome Guerrero for Vice President-Army Any discussion? All those in favorsay Aye. Those opposed say NAY. The ayes have it, congratulations Mary Devine and Jerome Guerrero.
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS FOR CONTESTED RACES]
“Because we have three people running for the position of Vice President – Air, Lt Col Tony Machabee, Maj April Conway & Capt Lance King, active NNGA members are asked to complete their ballots.”
“Since there is only one person nominated for At Large Board Member, <Nominee> we may elect this person by affirmation.”
“May I have a motion to approve the position of At-Large Baord Member by affirmation?”
“Is there a second?”
“It has been moved and seconded to approve by affirmation, <Nominee>for At-Large Board Member. Any discussion? All those in favorsay Aye. Those opposed say NAY. The ayes have it, congratulations <Nominee>.
“Anyone who believes that they should be allowed to vote must see CaptXXX immediately.”
“Ballots must be completed and turned into me within 10 minutes.”
“Are there any questions?”
“Thank you.”
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LT COL ZUPON“Thank you MajGalli.”
“A few of our corporate members and our hotel partners have provided some great door prizes for today’s meeting. Lucky numbers will be distributed during the lunch break. Winning numbers will be announced at the end of our annual meeting.”
“I would like to introduce Michael Yee and Cary Kinney from T-Mobile. Michael and Cary and T-Mobile have graciously sponsored today’s lunch buffet. Please give T-Mobile a round of applause.”
1350Resolutions and Legislative Committee
LT COL ZUPON“The resolutions process is nownearly complete for the legislative year 2013. The quality of the resolutions package developed here starts the legislative process off in the right direction. After receiving a package of standing joint, army and air resolutions from NGAUS headquarters in Washington, and proposed resolutions from NNGA members, the resolutions committee members have invested much of their personal time to become familiar with the issues. Successful deliberations by the committee also depended upon the availability of technical information. We would like to thank John Brownell, Tony Machabee and Mat Mathsonand functional managers from the field for their advice, technical background, and insight.”
Resolutions Committee Report
LT COL ZUPON“I now call upon Capt John Brownell, our Resolutions Committee Chairman who will present the Resolutions Committee Report.”
CAPT BROWNELL“We have 3 Army, 3 Air and 0 Joint resolutions that will be submitted to NGAUS. The 6 resolutions are on your tables in the booklets”
[COVER RESOLUTIONS]
LT COL ZUPON“Do I have a motion to accept the 6 Resolutions?”
“Is there a second?”
“It has been moved and seconded to submit the 6 resolutions as presented.
“Any further discussion?”