Veterans Commission
Mission Statement
The purpose of the Commission shall be to recognize the contribution of residents of the village who have served in the armed forces of the United States; to assist veterans in preserving their rights in obtaining benefits from various governmental agencies by cooperating with the agencies for the benefit of the veterans; and to educate the citizenry as to the accomplishments and contributions of veterans. ('77 Code, § 33.138) (Ord. 74-0-051, passed 11-11-74)
Message from the Chairman
Participation in Events
Sponsored Events
Commission Chairperson and Members
Liaison Trustee: David Seaman
Commission Chairman: Wiley Roberts
Vice Chairman: Mike Gibbons
Secretary: Norm Pestlin
Colleen Simon
Bruce Lorence
William Rasmussen
Robert Baisa
Bill Conner - Commander, Bremen VFWPost 2791
Bob Shaffner - Commander, American Legion Post 615
Associate Members
Jack Morley
Arlene Morley
Ken Wrezzes
Dave Montee
Audrey Zarembski
Sam English
Bill Minnick - Korean War Veterans
Thomas Donnelly – Marine Corp League
Jim Wilkins - US Submarine Veterans
Donna Gibbons – American Legion Post 615 Auxiliary
Monthly Meetings
The Veterans Commission meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is located at the Village of Tinley Park, 16250 S. Oak Park Avenue in the Kallsen Center.
Local Veterans Groups
American Legion Post 615
17423 S. 67th Court
(708) 532-1737
www.post615.com |
Veterans of Foreign Wars (V.F.W.) Post 2791
17147 S. Oak Park Avenue
(708) 532-2333
www.vfw2791.org |
Korean War Veterans Association
South Suburban Chapter 23
17211 S. Odell
(708) 532-5950 |
Marine Corp League
Kevin Clarke - Detachment 1217
17147 S. Oak Park Avenue
(708) 614-6093
www.mcleague.org |
Agendas
Minutes
Additional Resources
Veteran Employment Opportunities
