Fred Aponte

The meeting addressed several topics, including the status of applications and donations received from Hadley businesses. There was discussion about reaching out to The Club for a Preview Picnic before Memorial Day. The committee discussed setting up an interview with Steve for Hadley Media and contacting the Gazette for article publication. A request to order brackets was approved.

The meeting covered discussions on application status, approval of a mock-up sample, and venues for informational opportunities, including presentations at veteran luncheons and the Legion's Monthly Dinner, as well as participation in a craft fair and the Pierogi Festival. The launch of a public project was discussed, including postings on Facebook and the distribution of flyers and applications. A letter to Hadley businesses requesting donations was approved, and plans were made for mass email distribution. New business included setting up a media interview and reaching out to the Gazette for article publication and The Club for a Preview Picnic prior to Memorial Day.

The committee confirmed the date for the picnic at Young Mens Club Pavilion on May 4th, with pricing matching last year's at $400. A motion was made to request funds from the Town and to invite the same dignitaries as in 2024, with Gerry to send the invitations. The committee reviewed approximately 50 banner applications and a motion was made to order 20 more sets of brackets.

The meeting focused on finalizing application information with printers, coordinating pole selections and bracket installations, and planning a picnic. The picnic will be from 12pm to 2pm, featuring a luncheon at 12 pm and a medal presentation at 1 pm, with the Hadley Girl Scouts assisting. The food will include hot dogs with toppings, chips, and cookies. Potential invitees, including local officials and state guests, were also discussed.

The meeting focused on finalizing and distributing flyers and applications, delegating placement responsibilities at various establishments. Fundraiser updates were discussed, including the American Legion's decision not to sponsor a spaghetti dinner. A new banner design was reviewed and approved, with a mockup example expected soon. Venues for informational opportunities were identified for October and November. The project's public launch was discussed, including postings on Facebook Hadley Group Pages and using venues for project awareness. A decision was made to solicit donations from Hadley businesses, with a potential new fundraiser to be discussed in the future, possibly at the Senior Center. A donation letter is to be drafted.