Amvets # 18

“The Finance Officer is responsible for filing annual financial documents. An audit is conducted by the elected Trustees at various points within the fiscal year.”

“AMVETS Post 18's Constitution and Bylaws (CBL) was readily available on its website; however, there were no requests for governing documents or any governing documents officially made during this fiscal year.”

“The Membership is the governing body of the Post operations. Annually Membership elects the core officers responsible for carrying out the management of the Post and Social Quarters. These officers comprise the Post Executive Committee (PEC) and are Commander, 1st Vice Commander, 2nd Vice Commander, 3rd Vice Commander, Adjutant, Finance Officer, and 3 Trustees. While the day-to-day operations are managed by the elected officers, the Membership votes on a monthly and annual basis for requirements and outlays needed to operate. The PEC is responsible for day-to-day management of Post and Social Quarters operations and meet regularly. Both PEC and Membership meetings are held monthly except in December.”

“AMVETS Post 18 is a membership driven 501(C)19 Veterans Service Organization. At the end of 2021 fiscal year, the membership count was 160. AMVETS is made up of dues paying members who are Active, Reserve and/or National Guard personnel and Veterans. AMVETS Post 18 is a Veterans Service Organization, 501(c)19.”

“If a vacancy arises during the fiscal year/operational year, the Commander can appoint a current Member in good standing to fulfill the vacancy until such time that an election occurs. The Post Executive Committee (PEC) and Membership gives approval of this appointment through a voting process.”

“Members vote on a host of decisions including donations, operations, changes to governing documents, etc.”

“Trustees review finances and works with Finance Officer to correct any discrepancies found during audits.”