William Penn Life, 1972 (7. évfolyam, 1-4. szám)

1972-01-01 / 1. szám

1 letter of thanks and appreciation from former National President, John Bencze for making it possible for him to address our National Convention. The Board acknowledged a letter of thanks from Mr. Robert E. Bruce, Actuary, for the privilege of attending the 27th National Convention. The Board acknowledged receipt of the Presidents’ Club Scroll of the American Hungarian Studies Foundation. The telegram of congratulations is acknowledged by the Board from Bishop Doctor Beky of the Hungarian Reformed Federation upon the successful re-election of the National Officers. 35. National Secretary, Albert J. Stel­­kovics, read a letter from Stephen J. Ivancso, Sr., former Director, requesting the Board of Directors to review and re­consider the action taken by the Board of Directors in March, 1970, with reference to the matter of renewal commissions. The Board ensued on a lengthy review and discussion of this subject with the National Officers and General Counsel. Based upon the opinion of the General Counsel, the Board of Directors unani­mously resolved that since renewal com­missions terminated with his contract, it fully concurs with the decision of the Board of Directors as set forth in Point 45 of the March, 1970 Minutes of the Board Meeting. National Secretary is hereby authorized to inform Mr. Ivancso of the Board’s de­cision. 36. The Board acknowledged receipt of letter of congratulations from Mr. Stephen Csabi, Branch 18, Detroit, Michigan. 37. The Board reviews the complaints contained in several letters submitted to the Board by Branch 18 members. After considerable discussion, it is resolved by the Board that it does not condone actions such as was demonstrated by Branch President Stephen Danko at the Ladies Auxiliary Meeting of October and desires to convey the displeasure of the entire Board to Mr. Danko, Branch Officers and members of the Branch that such activi­ties cannot be tolerated as this kind of behavior is not conducive to good frater­nal spirit. The Board further hears with regret the letters of complaints relating to the con­duct of the affairs of the Branch by the President and other Officers. Remedy to these complaints must be sought at the Branch Meeting when the membership can then bring whatever action it desires to rectify these conditions. The Board cannot condone the actions described in the letters but realizes that solutions to these problems can be re­solved at the Branch level only through the democratic processes or at the time of election of Branch Officers. The Board wishes to call to the atten­tion of the Branch members that in com­plaints such as this, official action can only be taken by the Board if there is a formal request submitted to the Board on 12 the basis of Branch Meeting action. In­dividual complaints cannot be resolved by the Board, these must be taken to the Branch Meeting for decision. 38. The Board discussed the matter of Branches conducting trips abroad. Moved, seconded and the Board unanimously adopted that before any such trips are authorized, they must be submitted in writing to the Board of Directors for ap­proval. 39. The Board adopted the following Resolution pertaining to the Family Protector Rider. RESOLUTION RESOLVED by the Board of Directors that the new dependents life program regarding the one parent protection pro­vision and children’s protection provision as separate riders as prepared by the Actuary be ratified. 40. The Board discussed the sale of the Detroit District Office which had been authorized at the August 25, 1971 Meet­ing of the Board of Directors. The Board was informed that to date Branch 18, Detroit, has not responded to this offer. Moved, seconded and the Board proposed to extend its offer until the next Board Meeting. 41. The Board of Directors acknow­ledged a letter from Mr. Stanley Gum­­berg with reference to the proposed new building. 42. The Board acknowledged a verbal report from General Counsel, Gay B. Banes regarding status of the American Life Fund. 43. Moved, seconded and the Board adopted that the Executive Committee review the fringe benefit program of the employees life insurance program and submit its recommendation to the Board. 44. Moved, seconded and the Board adopted the following Resolution pertain­ing to housing for the elderly. RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Association desires to assist the elderly in the matter of housing, and WHEREAS, it is the intent of manage­ment to explore the possibilities of erect­ing an apartment building to serve the needs of the elderly under the supervision of the Association. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE­SOLVED by the Board of Directors in regular meeting assembled that: a. The Board of Directors hereby ap­points the Investment Committee to in­vestigate and prepare information for presentation to the Executive Committee for necessary action. b. If determined to be feasible, the Ex­ecutive Committee is authorized and di­rected to proceed with construction and to finance the same with an FHA insured mortgage on the most favorable terms. c. If necessary a separate corporation be established to carry out these plans. 45. Director Bero cordially invited the National Officers and Board Members to a Dinner-Dance on November 20, 1971 in Bridgeport, Connecticut whereby they will be honoring Mr. Albert Kocsis with an Illustrious Citation. 46. National President, Elmer Charles, in his closing remarks expressed his sin­cere thanks and appreciation for the loyalty, friendship and service as Board Members. He asked for one thing. “Don’t take me for granted, and I won’t take you for granted. Work as hard to hold my friend­ship and your directorship as you did to get it and your competitors will be doing the worrying”. He appreciated this meeting immensely. He hoped everyone had an enjoyable meeting, for the goals we set here and now will be tomorrows starting point. He informed the Board that we had problems this past four years, but let no one during the next four years carry a chip on their shoulder, for someone will see the wood above. Mr. Charles stated we should be proud of the achievements of our Association. We are standing on a ladder of success, but let us not step back to admire our work for we could break our neck. He asked that we continue to work and love one another. He hopes we all have a pleasant journey to our homes, and ex­tended best wishes to all the membership this Holiday Season. 47. Chairman of the Board, John P. Balia, thanked the members for their fine cooperation, especially the new Board Members. He assured everyone that with this type of action and cooperation we shall progress. Our work has just begun and we have four years ahead. We should work hard so that at the end of four years we can be proud to stand on our record and accomplishments. He wished every­one a safe and pleasant journey home and extended Holiday Greetings to all. 48. Chairman Balia adjourned the meeting at 3:00 P. M. Respectfully submitted: John P. Balia, Vice President and Chair­man of the Board. Elmer Charles, National President. Frank J. Radvany, Secretary of the Board. ATTEST: Albert J. Stelkovics, National Secretary

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