Salina Military Affairs Council

Salina has a close relationship with the military units that are stationed here as well as those units training at the Great Plains Joint Training Center (GPJTC).   The creation of the GPJTC has brought an increased presence of active duty military, National Guard, and civilian crisis first responders to Salina for training purposes.  The Chamber of Commerce has organized the formation of a Military Affairs Council in response to this growth.

Mission - Our mission is to Plan, Coordinate and Execute programming and activities that will strengthen the relationship between Salina and the military forces working and training here.  The goal is to bring out a heightened awareness of one community's importance to the other's.  Our commitment is to support soldiers, airmen and their families during both deployment hardships and homecoming joy.  In so doing, we hope to show active, guard, reserve and retired military that Salina is not just another duty station, but a place to call home.

Regular Meetings - The Council holds regular monthly lunch meetings on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.  The meeting is open to the public and our military friends at the cost of your meal.  Check the Schedule of Events  link for times, locations and speakers.  Also, don't miss your opportunity to engage with military members and their families during one of our Appreciation Events. 

RSVPs are due to Roger Sinclair at least one week before each scheduled event.

Commander's Club - The Commander's Club is a paid membership organization.  Funds raised will be used to support special military and community Appreciation Events.  Supportive efforts of these activities require a strong membership base.

Though you don't have to be a member of the Commander's Club to attend the Military Affairs Council meetings, it does have great benefits.  Follow the link above to find out more about requirements and registration procedures.