McHenry County Marine Corps League Elected Officers and Board

This board was elected by the members of the League in October 2023 for a one-year term.

Trustees

Rick Prescott (2018/19 Commandant)
Jeff Bruce (2015/16 Commandant)
Jerry Havens

What our Officers do to perform their voluntary duties in representing the Marine Corps League, McHenry

Commandant

Duties: Observe and enforce the observance of the Congressional Charter, The National By-Laws, the State Department By-Laws, and the by-laws of this Detachment. Direct to the officers and members of this Detachment such orders as he/she may deem reasonable and necessary to effectuate the proper conduct and good management of this Detachment, so long as it does not conflict with such by-laws. Call meetings as provided or permitted by such laws.

Seek and utilize the advice and assistance of the Board of Trustees in administering the affairs of this Detachment. With the Adjutant and Paymaster have the primary custody of the funds and property of this Detachment, subject to supervision by the Board of Trustees. With the advice and consent of the Board of Trustees, appoint such officers and committee chairpersons as provided herein. Represent this Detachment at social, civic, charitable, and fraternal functions and ceremonies in such a manner as will enhance the dignity, honor and prestige of this Detachment and the Marine Corps League. Perform such other duties as may be properly assigned to him / her from time to time.

Sr. Vice Commandant

Duties: Closely and directly aid and assist the Commandant in executing and administrating the affairs and activities of this Detachment. Preside over the business and affairs of this Detachment, in the place and stead of the Commandant, during any absence or incapacity of the Commandant, subject to the direction and control of the Board of Trustees.

Be primarily responsible for the operation and effectiveness of the Fundraising Committee of the Detachment. Perform such other duties as may be properly assigned to him/her from time to time. Design, implement and supervise the social activities of the Detachment with an emphasis on “Family” activities.

Jr. Vice Commandant

Duties: Closely and directly aid and assist the Commandant and Senior Vice Commandant in administering the affairs and activities of this Detachment. Preside over the business and affairs of this Detachment, in the place and stead of the Commandant and the Senior Vice Commandant, subject to the direction and control of the Board of Trustees. Be primarily responsible for the operations and effectiveness of the Membership Committee of the Detachment.

Be primarily responsible for the operations and effectiveness of the social and civic activities and committees of this detachment, and for relationships with other veterans’ organizations. Perform such other duties as may be properly assigned to him/her from time to time. Design, implement and supervise the Detachment’s recruiting effort. Coordinating with the Detachment’s Senior Vice commandant’s membership goals.

Judge Advocate

Duties: Be the Detachment legal adviser and parliamentarian. Handle all grievances accordance with Department of Illinois National Marine Corps League By-laws & Administration Procedures. Interpret the by-laws of the Marine Corps League, the Department of Illinois and this Detachment, and shall rule on the application and effect of such by-laws, subject to the right of appeal.

Advise, counsel, construe and render opinions on questions of law and procedure to the Commandant and the Board of Trustees when requested to do so. Advise the Commandant and Board of Trustees regarding by-laws, rules, regulations and procedures pertinent to the affairs and activities of this Detachment as he/she may be called upon to do. Perform such other duties, with respect to such office as may be properly assigned to him/her from time to time.

Adjutant

Duties: Act as the “recording and corresponding secretary” of this Detachment. Keep a true record (minutes) of all meetings of this Detachment and of the Trustees, typewritten or neatly written in ink, in an official logbook. Keep a current record of all members and send notices of all Detachment meetings and activities to the members. Work closely with the paymaster to maintain a current and accurate record of member accounts for dues and other indebtedness.

Keep the record and files of all correspondence of the Detachment as directed by the Commandant and Board of Trustees. Prepare and file all corporate reports and returns required by local, state and federal law, and keep all corporate records of this Detachment in a safe and secure manner. With the Commandant and Paymaster, have the primary custody of the funds and property of this Detachment, subject to the supervision of the Board of Trustees. Keep and maintain the official Detachment by-laws. Perform such other duties with respect to such office as may properly be assigned to him/her from time to time.

Paymaster

Duties: Act as the “treasurer” of the Detachment. Keep and maintain a current and accurate record of all monies received and disbursed by the Detachment. Keep and maintain the financial records and books of the Detachment. Keep and maintain all membership dues accounts on a current basis, and send dues notices to the members, and be responsible for the prompt of all dues and assessments. Upon approval by the Board of Trustees, pay the debts and expenses of this Detachment.

Prepare and submit to the Board of Trustees such financial statements and as may be required by said Board. Submit his/her books and records to the Board of trustees for audit upon any request made by said Board. Be personally accountable for any monetary discrepancies which may be disclosed by audit. Close the financial books and records at the end of each fiscal year, and furnish year-end financial statement as required by the Board of Trustees for audit by the trustees. After approval by the Board of Trustees the financial will be presented to the membership. Be bonded as required by National Article 5-545. Perform such other duties with respect to such office as may be properly assigned to him/her from time to time.

Sergeant-at-Arms

Duties: Act as the “peace officer” of this Detachment at all Detachment meetings and activities. Act as “house officer” of this Detachment, being responsible for the keeping of the Detachment Charter, colors, Bible, meeting room equipment, etc., and for preparing the meeting room for meetings. At all Detachment meetings check and/or verify the credentials of persons in attendance at such meetings, serve as official escort to and for authorized guests, and otherwise secure the quarters during meetings and official functions of this Detachment.

Maintain and preserve order at all Detachment meetings and activities unless excused by the Commandant. Be empowered to deputize such Deputy Sergeant–At–Arms, with the approval of the Commandant, as may be necessary to preserve order and to effectuate the proper performance of his/her duties. Perform such other duties with respect to such office as may be properly assigned to him/her from time to time. Will coordinate all ceremonial activities of the Detachment under the Guidance the Detachment Commandant and Senior Vice Commandant.

Chaplain

Duties: Act as the spiritual and human welfare officer of this Detachment in the same manner as or similar to a member of the clergy. Be responsible for arranging and/or conducting the religious and/or memorial services of this Detachment, or in which this Detachment is involved (including funerals). Respond to the spiritual needs of the members of this Detachment as may be appropriate. Take note of illness and death of members of this Detachment and in their immediate meetings or as otherwise appropriate.
Arrange for recognition of and visitation with Detachment members who are suffering illness, disability or other unusual hardship as may be appropriate. Be empowered to appoint an Assistant Chaplain, with the approval of the Commandant, to aid and assist him/her in the proper performance of his/her duties. Perform such other duties with respect to such office as may be properly assigned to him/her from time to time.