CPOAA Post Convention, September 2006

Indianapolis was host to our annual meeting August 14-18^th.  Despite a low turnout of delegates, the ones who did attend  – WERE FANTASTIC!  A special THANK YOU  for a job well done! We were able to conduct our business and get out and enjoy the sites Indianapolis offered.  Here are a few of the week’s highlights:

Platinum Lifetime Award recipients are:  Emma Longo and Kathy Phelps

National Auxiliary Sweepstakes winner received prize of $612.

National Education award winner was JERMAINE A. HERNANDEZ of Elizabeth City, NC.

National Auxiliary Award went to Elizabeth City Unit (for outstanding original fundraising!)

Mary Simpson Unit (Yorktown) has most NEW MEMBERS.

New Membership Chairperson:  Janice Marchick (National Secretary)

NEW OFFICERS installation for 2007-2009

As I retire from being a national officer, reflecting on my Coast Guard “family” has a reoccurring presence in my heart and mind. I have been fortunate to share great times these past fourteen years. 

The experiences of hard work, deadlines, fun events and sometimes challenging meetings have been worth it! Whether it is traveling to induct a new unit or speak at a special event, representing and promoting our fine association is always a pleasure. These memories are very special to me, which I will continue to treasure.  The CPOAA has my support and I will help out in the future where and when possible. I look forward to the good things the CPOAA does to help so many.  My personal Thanks  J to my mentors in the Auxiliary, the members, delegates and officers for your support.  It made my job easier and our time together exceptional! My faith and trust is in those who follow.

Respectfully submitted,

Laurie Ternes Kollar

IPP