Post 36 Officers

Historical Note
On July 26, 2025, American Legion Post 36 in Fort Lauderdale held its official installation ceremony for the newly elected officers. The following individuals were sworn in to serve and uphold the mission of the Post for the coming year:

• Commander: Dennis Rooy – Administration

• 1st Vice Commander: Richard Maggiore – Membership

• 2nd Vice Commander: Mark Cohen – Canteen

• Finance Officer: Richard Maggiore – Treasurer

• Sergeant at Arms: Russell Bailey – Preserve Order

• Historian: Raul Valdivia – Historic/Social Media

• Chaplain: Bernard Rock – Spiritual Welfare

• Adjutant: Marshall Belmaine – Minutes/Records

• Service Officer: Angel Contreras – Veterans Assistance

• Judge Advocate: Frank Ventimiglia – Constitution & By-Laws

Executive Committee

• Jimmy Maciandaro – (no email listed)

• Mike Smith – mismit45@mail.com

• Joe Odonnel – (no email listed)

• Mark Cowan – Homeless Vets

• Tommy Lathrop –