PAST MINUTES

AMERICAN LEGION POST 364
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES
Date:
November 5, 2025
Location:
Bill Roper Post 364, 5323 Kostoryz Rd., Corpus Christi, TX
Time:
Called to order at 1900 hours by Commander Domingo Moreno III
1.
Opening Ceremony
Colors advanced.
Chaplain offered the opening prayer.
Pledge of Allegiance recited.
Preamble to the Constitution of The American Legion recited.
POW/MIA Empty Chair honored.
Members seated.
2.
Roll Call of Officers
Commander:
Present
1st Vice Commander:
Domingo Moreno III - Present
2nd Vice Commander:
Ed Roy - Present
Adjutant:
Lenore Berry-Zaragosa - Present
Finance Officer:
Fernando Zaragosa Jr - Present
Sergeant-at-Arms:
Ray Guillen - Present
Chaplain:
Ed Sample - Present
Judge Advocate:
Ricardo Hankerson - Present
Historian:
Ed Roy - Present
Service Officer:
Fernando Zaragosa - Present
Quorum established.
3.
Reading of Previous Minutes
Printed copies distributed.
Adjutant read the minutes aloud due to limited copies.
A request made to include specific dollar amounts for several bills.
Correction to be provided to the Finance Officer after the meeting.
Motion made and seconded to approve the minutes as corrected. Motion carried.
4.
Guest Introductions / Prospective Members
Jerry Coleman: Transferred back to Post 364. Previously attempted to transfer to North Padre but
returned due to a better fit at Post 364. Welcomed back by membership.
No additional new members reported.
5.
Finance Report
(Summaries only; refer to the official finance report for the final ledger.)
Building insurance premium previously quoted at $3,697; new quote obtained through Farmers
Insurance at approximately $2,508.18.
Fire inspection passed; hood system cleared.
New fire extinguishers required. SAL Commander and volunteers will acquire replacements.
Nine bank deposits made for October.
Donations received from Ms. Linda Guzman (two checks).
Burger Night proceeds:
$518 from burger sales.
$111 additional donations.
50/50 raffle generated $100 total; winner received $50, remainder added to Post funds.
Comptroller fines (approx. $434) paid and brought current.
IRS issue from prior years being corrected with assistance from CPA Ernest Garza; estimated
$5,000 issue now in progress.
Overall financial condition improving but still constrained by repairs and compliance costs.
Motion to accept finance report was not documented as taken; adjutant should verify.
Membership Report
Total members YTD: 156
Life Members: 64
Transfers: 3
New Members: 89
Retention Rate: 1.86% (as stated verbally)
Goal: 293
Progress: 53.24%
Members reminded:
January 1 – delinquent
February 1 – suspended
June 30 – dropped (continuous years lost unless back dues paid before removal)
Sick Call
Colin
Mason (Executive Committee Officer): Hospitalized due to a leg infection; hospital location
pending confirmation by George (nephew).
The Chaplain will conduct visitation.
No additional sick reports.
Service Officer Report
Assisted Matthew Sanchez (USMC): disability increased from 40% to 90%; family support improving.
The Service Officer attended a county round table; additional updates pending.
Veterans Evaluation Services (VES): The bus visited Post multiple times with strong turnout. Veterans
are encouraged not to give up on claims, especially older Vietnam veterans receiving new
entitlements.
Old Business
Building repairs are ongoing, including plumbing, lighting, and hall maintenance.
Exterior cleanup continues to rely on volunteer support.
Karaoke cruise and band practice are on schedule.
Audit concern:
The Judge Advocate reported no funds missing during the transition between outgoing
Commander Sauceda and incoming Commander Moreno (May 30–June 30).
Bank statements confirm an increase, not a decrease, in funds.
Commanders are not authorized to handle funds directly.
This issue is considered resolved.
New Business
Movie Night to start after the holidays, on the third Wednesday of each month (coinciding with
Auxiliary meetings).
Veterans Day Ceremony: Scheduled for November 11 at 1200 hours; guest speakers confirmed.
Holiday Vendor Sale: December 6, with indoor and outdoor vendor spaces available.
Conviva Healthcare: Brochures available in the lounge.
Veterans Cemetery Hours: Updated to 0600–1800 until March 1.
VA Travel Claim Processing: Now at Enterprise Drive clinic on Wednesdays, from 1000 to 1400; claims
must be filed within 30 days.
Military ID Cards:
Old-style ID cards will become obsolete on January 1.
Members must schedule DEERS appointments to obtain new cards (driver’s license style).
New cards are required for base access, PX, commissary, and medical facilities.
Continued Old Business
Building repairs are currently in progress, addressing issues such as plumbing problems, vandalized
exterior pipes, restroom blockages, and the installation of an ice machine. Due to limited personnel, late-
night volunteer assistance is needed.
Challenges related to the maintenance of the aging building have been acknowledged. Volunteers are
sought for restroom upkeep, exterior cleaning, and hall maintenance.
The karaoke cruise and band practice are still on schedule.
The audit concern regarding the transition from outgoing Commander Sauceda to incoming Commander
Moreno has been resolved. The Judge Advocate confirmed that there are no missing funds, and bank
statements indicate an increase.
New Business Updates
Movie Night will begin after the holidays, scheduled for the third Wednesday of each month.
A Veterans Day Ceremony is set for November 11 at 1200 hours.
The Holiday Vendor Sale is planned for December 6, with opportunities for both indoor and outdoor
vendors.
Information from Conviva Healthcare is available in the lounge.
Veterans Cemetery hours have been updated to 0600–1800 until March 1.
VA Travel Claims will now be processed at the Enterprise Drive clinic on Wednesdays from 1000 to
1400; claims must be filed within 30 days.
*Military ID Cards:
Old styles will become invalid on January 1; DEERS appointments are necessary for updated cards.
The SAL Commander reported a $400 donation for media equipment and announced that SAL will host
Burger Night on Veterans Day.
An insurance change has resulted in approximately $3,000 in savings and waived inspection fees.
The TABC license renewal for both the front and back bar is currently in progress.
Continued efforts are needed to recover from the long-standing vacancies of Finance Officer and
Adjutant in previous administrations.
Good of the Order
An extensive discussion took place regarding Tuesday bar revenue; most attendees purchase non-
alcoholic beverages, which impacts sales. Suggestions were made to add entertainment, but members
were reminded that all proposals must go through the Executive Board.
An explanation was provided for the increase in hamburger prices, citing rising repair and supply costs.
Financial Clarification:
Ongoing payments for back taxes from 2020, 2023, 2024, and 2025;
Comptroller fines totaling $434; equipment replacement (printer); and fluctuating account balances
due to billing cycles.
Officers highlighted the limited revenue streams; the fish fry and hall rentals remain the primary sources
of income. Repairs to the A/C units are crucial for maintaining hall rentals.
Clarification was given regarding the previously received $18,000 grant from the Commissioners Court;
portions were utilized under a prior administration for rooftop and rear A/C unit needs. Attempts to
revisit this matter were ruled out of order.
Volunteers are needed to support additional meal nights and events; more trained cooks are necessary
to alleviate the workload on the same small group of volunteers.
The website post364.org has been restored, and members are encouraged to submit suggestions in
writing.
Information for the Veterans Day Wall of Heroes has been posted in the lounge.
Adjournment
No further business was discussed.
The meeting concluded with a closing prayer by the Chaplain.
Colors were retired.
The meeting was adjourned at 2000 hours.
Respectfully submitted,
Adjutant, Post 364,
Lenore Berry-Zaragosa