Minutes - 485th TACTICAL MISSILE WING

485 th TMW Alumni Association Meeting Minutes—April 2013
485 th TACTICAL MISSILE WING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
P.O. BOX 239
SOUTH MONTROSE, PA 18843-­‐0239
1. CALL TO ORDER:
The annual meeting of the 485 th TMW Alumni Association was called to order by President Frank
Beauvais at the Comfort Inn & Suites motel, Cocoa Beach, Florida; April 27, 2013 at 15:35 hours.
2. ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Frank & Cheri Beauvais
Don Williams
David & Kay Norman
John & Joyce Rudzianski
Ron & Jennifer Mitchell
Murice & Barbara Green
Karen Chasteen
Rob Webber
Steve Quintin
Paul Arnswald
Dan & Barb Clark
Lisa Arsenault
Joe O’Brien
Brian Cantu
John Timms
Sue Hares
Ellen Merkle

Dave McDonald
George Villa
Wade Kelling
Dale Moyer
Norm Dawson
Arlin Schmutz
Cary Gray
Cindy Funk Luman
Philip Smith
Sheila Smith
Tracy Peckham
Charles Charamut
NON MEMBERS PRESENT:
Jack Mooney
Lee Harmon
Phil Hofner
Jeff Willie
Samuel Luzzi
Gloria Chaves
Sueanne Thomas
Connie Schmutz
Damaris Charamut
3. READING OF THE 2012 MEETING MINUTES:
On a motion by John Rudzianski and seconded by Dan Clark, and agreed by all, the reading of the
March 2012 meeting minutes was accepted as posted on the 485 th web site.

4. COMMUNICATIONS:
John Rudzianski reported receiving numerous brochures from cities/hotels wanting to host our
annual reunion. He also said there were numerous emails and FaceBook posts between members
and non members about this year’s reunion.
5. TREASURER’S REPORT:
John Rudzianski read the treasurer’s report dated April 8, 2013 – see attachment 1. On a motion
by Barb Clark and seconded by Cheri Beauvais, and agreed by all, the treasurer’s report was
accepted.
6. BILLS:
John Rudzianski presented the following costs associated with his Treasury Duties:
Item Qty Cost Total
Postage 1 $14.85 $14.85
50/50 Tickets 1 $7.44 $7.44
Black XL Ink Cartridge 2
Color XL Ink Cartridge 1
$37.97 $75.94
$44.97 $44.97
Laminating Pouches 1 $30.74 $30.74
TOTAL
$173.94
Extra expenses associated with this year’s reunion were taken on by Tom Deppe, Sue Hares, Steve
Quintin, and John Timms. On a motion by John Timms and seconded by Paul Arnswald, it was
agreed by all to reimburse John and the above individuals for these expenses.
Check 247 Tom Deppe $250.00 Deposit for Caterer
Check 248 Catering $2612.91 Banquet
Check 249 John Timms $146.18 Hospitality Suite
Check 250
Steve Quintin $425.09 Hospitality Suite
Check 251 Sue Hares $5674.35 Reunion Expenses
Check 252 John Rudzianski $173.94 Yearly Treasurer expenses
TOTAL: $9282.47
7. COMMITTEE REPORTS:

John Rudzianski reported on the Articles of the Association review committee that was formed
during the 2012 meeting. John was president of the committee, and Ron Mitchell, Dan Clark,
George Villa, and Steve Lampley were committee members. John passed out copies of the
purposed article changes submitted by the committee.
On a motion by Dave Norman and seconded by Philip Smith, it was agreed by all to change the
third sentence of Article V to read: As an exception, the Treasurer is authorized the expenditure of
funds, not to exceed $500.00, in the routine operation of the Association such as printing,
postage, administrative supplies, etc. Any expenditure in excess of $500.00 requires the
knowledge and consent of the President, Vice-­‐President, or Board of Directors as necessary.
After further discussion and minor changes, on a motion by Karen Chasteen and seconded by
Wade Kelling, it was agreed by all to accept the committee’s updated Articles.
8. OLD BUSINESS:
Dan Clark requested a review of the location and hosts of future reunions. Future reunions:
-­‐-­‐2014-­‐-­‐Belgium hosted by Col Keese (retired)
-­‐-­‐2015-­‐-­‐Plymouth, MA hosted by Joe O’Brien with assistance from Lisa Arsenault
-­‐-­‐2016-­‐-­‐Nashville, TN hosted by Steve Lampley
*THE 485 TH ALUMNI ASSOCIATION IS STILL LOOKING FOR A VOLUNTEER TO HOST A FUTURE
REUNION CLOSER TO THE WEST COAST!
9. NEW BUSINESS:
There was much discussion about the upcoming 2014 reunion in Belgium:
-­‐-­‐Rob Webber has been in contact with Col Keese, who lives in Belgium, and will be organizing
the upcoming 2014 reunion. Col Keese needs dates to try and arrange the best time for the
reunion. Col Keese believes June is a good month because most Belgium nationals go on holiday
in July, and the transit quarters on Florennes AB should be available. Rob indicated that up to 50
transit quarter rooms could be available, and also the reunion banquet could possibly be held in
the new dining facility on Florennes AB. Two sets of dates were discussed: 5-­‐8 June 2014 or 26-­‐
29 June 2014.
-­‐-­‐Barb Clark said the price of flights are lower June 1-­‐9, 2014 and would be the best dates to
schedule/book a flight. Nikki McDonald and Tracy Peckham suggested checking into group flight
rates.
-­‐-­‐Joe O’Brien and Sue Hares indicated if early June dates were chosen, there would be a conflict
with those individuals who would still have family members in school.

-­‐-­‐Numerous members thought there should be a vote on which date should be submitted to Col
Keese. Dave McDonald & Paul Arnswald suggested sending both sets of dates to the Col so he
could determine which weekend was best. On a motion by Paul Arnswald and seconded by Steve
Quintin, it was agreed by all to send Col Keese both sets of dates. If these dates were
unacceptable, Col Keese could suggest optional dates the 485 th Board of Directors would make
the decision on.
10. ELECTION OF OFFICERS:
-­‐-­‐Murice Green addressed the members and announced, with regrets, he needed to resign as Vice-­‐
President. This position was discussed with Wade Kelling prior to the meeting and he volunteered
to accept this position if offered. On a motion by Dale Moyer and seconded by Rob Webber, and
agreed by all, Wade Kelling was appointed as Vice President by Frank Beauvais, President.
-­‐-­‐On a motion by Don Williams and seconded by Joe O’Brien, and agreed by all, Lisa Arsenault was
elected to the position of Secretary.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL ELECTED/APPOINTED OFFICERS!
-­‐-­‐Dave Norman suggested the Alumni Association needed a backup person for John Rudzianski's
position as Treasurer. This is a critical position dealing with the Association’s funds such as bank
accounts/CDs, etc. He stated it would be in the best interest of the Association to have another
member aware of all this information in case John was not able to perform his duties. Upon
further discussion, Wade Kelling volunteered to incorporate this duty into his duties as Vice-­‐
President. On a motion by Dave Norman and seconded by Joe O’Brien, it was agreed by all to
make this an addition to the Vice-­‐President’s duties. THANK YOU WADE!
-­‐-­‐Frank Beauvais suggested the Association create a new position to handle membership. This
position would keep the membership roll updated, welcome new members, etc. Upon further
discussion, Lisa Arsenault volunteered to incorporate this duty into her duties as Secretary. On a
motion by Cheri Beauvais and seconded by Don Williams, it was agreed by all to make this an
addition to the Secretary’s duties. THANK YOU LISA!
11. FOR THE GOOD OF THE ASSOCIATION:
-­‐-­‐Murice Green suggested we recognize new members and Officers of the Association at the
banquet.
-­‐-­‐Connie and Arlin Schmutz , first time attendees, wanted everyone to know what a great time
they were having at this reunion. They really felt welcome!
-­‐-­‐John Rudzianski said he will be ordering more 485 th shirts-­‐-­‐12 at a time. Steve Quintin suggested
ordering a higher quantity if it would reduce cost and Dave McDonald would like John to check
into ordering some white 485 th shirts. John will check and see if the price reduces by ordering
more and will look into white shirts.

-­‐-­‐John Rudzianski displayed a colored 485 th patch given to him by Col Chasteen, who wanted to
have it duplicated for the Association. At last year’s meeting there was a motion by Dan Clark and
seconded by Sue Hares, and agreed by all to get the patch made and available for sale. This has
not happened, so John will check into getting the patch made. There was a motion by Sam Luzzi
and seconded by Paul Arnswald, and agreed by all to have 200-­‐300 patches made. Sam indicated
he would buy all patches that did not sell. Last year John Timms suggested selling these patches
on EBay, and this year Steve Quintin also suggested posting the patches on the 485 th FaceBook
and 485 th Web site for sale. **CARY GRAY WAS RECOGNIZED FOR DESIGNING THE ORIGINAL 485 TH
PATCH. THANKS CARY!!
-­‐-­‐John Rudzianski wanted to know if the Association should have a special shirt made to recognize
next year’s 25 th Anniversary of the deactivation of the 485 th Tactical Missile Wing. Rob Webber
and Steve Quintin volunteered to work on a design of the shirt and let John know.
-­‐-­‐Brian Cantu suggested making a duplicate coin of the original 485 th coin and make it available for
sell on the 485 th Web site. Brian and Dave Norman both had original coins, but Brian took the
lead on checking into the cost of having the coin duplicated.
-­‐-­‐There was a discussion of having a newsletter written once or twice a year to keep 485th
members and alumni informed of activities, history, membership, etc. The newsletter would be
posted on the 485 th Web site and FaceBook page. Mike Slifka volunteered to write these
newsletters.
-­‐-­‐Rob Webber informed the Association that someone needed to be appointed to complete Paul
Samulski’s term as a Director due to Paul’s health. As President, Frank Beauvais appointed Dale
Moyer to finish Paul’s term. THANKS DALE! EVERYONE IS THINKING OF YOU PAUL AND WISH
YOU THE BEST!
12. RECEIPTS:
John Rudzianski reported the following receipts:
$126.00 50/50 drawing
$220.00 Memorabilia sales
$300.00 Memberships
$16.00 Donations
TOTAL: 662.00
13. ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion by Don Williams and seconded by Murice Green, and agreed by all, Frank Beauvais
adjourned the meeting at 17:26 hours.

Respectfully submitted,
Don Williams
Correspondent Secretary