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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING – October 2025
President Couey called the meeting to order at 1850 hours.
Roll call of Officers: Inner Guard Bryan, Trustee I Santos and Trustee II Bennet were absent and excused.
We did not have a quorum for a meeting. Chaplain Paige did opening prayer.
President Couey informed the members of the recent sighting of a bobcat on the property during the daytime hours.
50/50 was held with $40.00 to the winner.
Excellent job on the steaks by the cooking crew.
The meeting was closed at 1815 hours.
The Thanksgiving meal of ham and turkey will be served at the November meeting.
Fraternally,
John Couey
Lodge Visitor
He/she was visiting the lodge today. Please be vigilant if you should drop by the lodge. FWC was notified as a precaution.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING – September 9, 2025
President Couey called the meeting to order at 1850 hours.
Roll call of Officers: Secretary Iverson, Conductor Franchesce, Inner Guard Bryan, Outer Guard Gage, Trustee II Bennett and Trustee III Young were absent and excused.
We did not have a quorum for a meeting. Chaplain Paige did opening prayer.
President Couey informed the members of the recent passing of Vice President Tosdevine.
50/50 was held with $41.00 to the winner.
Excellent job on the steaks by the cooking crew.
The meeting was closed at 1815 hours.
Fraternally,
John Couey
Death Notice
Vice President Roger Tosdevine was discovered deceased at his residence on August 17th. Vice President Tosdevine had served as Vice President of the lodge for over 20 years.
Please keep his family in your prayers.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING – August 12, 2025
President Couey called the meeting to order.
Roll call of Officers: 1st Vice President Tosdevine and Secretary Iverson were absent and excused.
President Couey informed the members present of the recent sick and distressed.
50/50 was held with $42.00 to the winner. The winnings were donated back to the lodge.
Great job by the cooks, excellent cook on the steaks.
Door prizes were given out.
It was great to see new members and family showing up.
The meeting was closed at 1910 hours.
Hope to see you at the September meeting.
Fraternally,
John Couey
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING – July 8, 2025
President Couey called the meeting to order.
Roll call of Officers: 2nd Vice President Clamon and Secretary Iverson were absent and excused.
President Couey informed the members present of the recent sick and distressed.
50/50 was held with $53.00 to the winner.
Great job by the cooks, excellent cook on the steaks.
Door prizes were given out.
It was great to see new members and family showing up.
The meeting was closed at 1910 hours.
Hope to see you at the August meeting.
Fraternally,
John Couey
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING – June 10, 2025
President Couey had our Chaplain to open with prayer and the pledge of allegiance.
President Couey did not hold an actual meeting due to the pending weather.
Great job to everyone that assisted in the dinner service. Special thanks to the cooks. It is hot out there and they do a great job.
50/50 was held with $41.00 to the winner.
Door prizes were given out.
It was great to see new members and families showing up.
The closing prayer was at 1810 hours
Hope to see you at the July meeting.
Fraternally,
John Couey
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING – May 13, 2025
President Couey had our Chaplain to open with prayer and the pledge of allegiance.
President Couey did not hold an actual meeting as board members were absent.
President Couey discussed various options in case the beef price should continue to rise.
Great job to everyone that assisted in the dinner service.
50/50 was held with $36.00 to the winner.
Door prizes were given out.
It was great to see new members and families showing up.
The closing prayer was at 1830 hours
Hope to see you at the June meeting.
Fraternally,
John Couey
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING – April 8, 2025
President Couey conducted roll call. Secretary Iverson and Conductor Franchesce were absent and excused.
The cook’s did a great job as usual with the steaks. Great Job
The steak dinner was served.
Great job to everyone that assisted in the dinner service.
Guest speaker Meg Ross (First Responder Hope Line) gave a presentation. Cards and brochures are at the lodge.
50/50 was held with $52.00 to the winner.
Door prizes were given out.
It was great to see new members and families showing up.
The closing prayer was at 1830 hours.
Hope to see you at the May meeting.
Fraternally,
John Couey