June 15, 2017
Chairman Johnnie Daniels opened the meeting with prayer
Ten members were present.
Members gave pledge of allegiance to the flag.
Chairman Daniels noted newly appointed Dillon County Veterans Affairs Director, Valerie Graves.
Valerie Graves gave an update on getting a van to transport the veterans.
Lloyd Brown and James Leslie inquired about the use of the van and where it would be kept.
Director Graves stated the van would be stored in Dillon, but reports of its use had to be made to the VA.
Ms. Graves gave a report of the use of the van and about VA medical appointments.
Ms. Graves reported that a person of good reputation had a 13-room home, and it was open for its use to the veterans.
Dillon City Councilman, Johnny Eller inquired of Ms. Graves about the VA van located in Marion County.
Ms. Graves responded stating that persons that could get transportation to Marion were allowed use of the van to the VA Hospitals.
Minutes from the May 18 meeting were read followed by a motion and a second to except the minutes. The minutes were approved.
Treasurer’s report made stating $2356.30 in the bank.
Chairman Daniels discussed a need for volunteers to assist with Health Fair Day to be held on or near Veterans Day.
Chairman Daniels stated that he would e-mail members about when a date could be set and about getting some grants to assist.
Doris Gleason that works with the Horry County Veterans stated that they do not receive grants but work through contributions for their health screenings. Ms. Gleason stated that volunteer nurses and dental techs usually do the work and if needed refer the patients to other medical centers.
Chairman Daniels stated that a health day for veterans might better be scheduled for sometime in Mid-October on or near the 19th.
Mildred Mishue was thanked for providing soft drinks and desserts for the meeting.
James Leslie stated that he was looking into Armed Services Radio to provide us with a future speaker.
Doris Gleason informed Mildred Mishue that a meal should be provided for the health day adding that simple hot dogs and hamburgers would be okay.
Members discussed how they might obtain food donations for the event.
Ms. Gleason added that she would contact the goodwill in Florence to assistance.
A motion was made and seconded to adjourn the meeting with all present in approval.
The next scheduled meeting is for July 20, 2017.