421MR

The official name of this organization shall be the Military Retirees, Chapter 421 of the Holiday Rambler Recreational Vehicle Club ( HRRVC). The Chapter is chartered in the State of Washington. The principle address of the Chapter shall be that of the President of the Chapter.

Our Heritage

At the request of Headquarters Staff of HRRVC in Wakarusa, an organizational meeting was held on July 17, 1990 at the 26th International Rally in Brandon, Manitoba, Canada chaired by Ed Creamer (35369). This organizational meeting was held to seek out the possibility of forming a special Chapter whose members would include only those who had served and retired from the Armed Services of the United States and Canada. Application for Charter was then made by 68 "members" . One year later at the 27th International Rally in Sedalia, MO, after much work, the official Charter for Chapter 421 was presented to President Jack Shafer (12244). In attendance were 115 members and spouses along with Bob King (55519), Secretary/Treasurer and Bob Kunesh (19605), Vice President. From this beginning, our Chapter has grown to its present membership of approximately 200 members. Periodic changes in our by-laws have made our Chapter stronger, more unified and current with up to date practices. Membership: Membership is restricted to HRRVC members who are in good standing and have retired from the United States or Canadian Military. In addition, those who were discharged due to a service connected disability are also eligible. Chapter membership is open to all branches of the Armed Services: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine, Coast Guard, Active or Reserve and Widows/Widowers of eligible members. Chapter 421 does not distinguish between enlisted and officer, male or female for membership.

Purpose:

The purpose of this Chapter is to provide a social environment for its members. An Annual Business Meeting is conducted each July at the HRRVC International Rally preceded by a sit down breakfast on a pay as you go basis. In addition, Social Gatherings are held at each of the main HRRVC Rallies (Southeast Sunshine Rally, Western Sunshine Rally, Southwest Sunshine Rally, and the International Rally). Light food and non alcoholic beverages are provided by the Chapter

Membership:

Membership is restricted to HRRVC members who are in good standing and have retired from the United States or Canadian Military. In addition, those who were discharged due to a service connected disability are also eligible. Chapter membership is open to all branches of the Armed Services: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine, Coast Guard, Active or Reserve and Widows/Widowers of eligible members. Chapter 421 does not distinguish between enlisted and officer, male or female for membership.

Dues:

The amount of the annual dues will be set by a majority vote at the Annual Business Meeting and will remain the same unless changed at the Annual Business Meeting. Membership dues are due July 1st of each year. Currently the dues are $10.00 per year. New members joining after January 1st will be afforded full membership status until July 1st of the following year. New members will pay an initial amount of money to cover the expense of Chapter tags, decals, pins, etc that are in the New Member Welcome Packet. This amount currently is $5.00. There will be no refund of Chapter dues if a member leaves the HRRVC or the Chapter during any part of the calendar year.

Chapter Officers:

Elected Chapter Officers will serve two years starting with the Annual Business Meeting in which they are elected. Elected Officers will consist of President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer (Secretary and Treasurer may be combined (approved by the membership at the last Annual Membership Meeting). Appointed officers shall consist of chaplin, membership chairman, newsletter editor, regional membership representatives and the historian. These appointments shall be for two (2) years with an option for reappointment. Information is disseminated to the membership in a quarterly Chapter Newsletter outlining events on recently passed Rallies. Upcoming events are also highlighted as well as news and quality of new "Fam Camps".