The February 10th 2024 stated meeting of Texas Lodge no. 46 Free & Accepted Masons of California was opened upon the 751th page of our Bible in the book of Psalms, on the first degree of Masonry in San Juan Bautista California, for the transaction of business.
This Lodge of Free & Accepted Masons opened at 10:10AM with Worshipful Brother Raymond E. Hill IV PM in the East, Worshipful Brother Kevin Herrick PM in the West, Jack Swallow in the South.
Other officers, members, and visitors present are recorded in the Tiler’s register. Treasurer John Densem, Secretary Loren McKechnie, Chaplain Reb Monaco PM, Sr. Deacon Brian Vanderpool, Jr. Deacon Robert Wilson PM, Tyler Jessie JD Deimas
The Pledge of Allegiance was lead by the master, followed by the singing of the National Anthem.
VISITORS
Worshipful Mark Angel of Carmel Lodge No.680 visited the Lodge for the first time, and received a greeting and coffee cup from the Worshipful Master.
READING OF THE MINUTES
- Minutes from the January Stated Meeting, were read and approved.
REPORTS
The Treasurer offered the following brief update.
Lodge started the month with a checking account balance of $33,800 and ended the month with $36,300.
$29,300 being allocated to the “building restoration fund”
$6,800 begin allocated for the Lodge operating budget, for the calendar year.
APPLICATIONS
- A vote was held for the application previously received by Mr. Joseph Bowman Jr. who received a unanimous vote for him to receive the degrees of Masonry in this here lodge, in particular. His background check coming back clear, and his application being properly received an read in the previous meeting.
OLD BUSINESS
We await a Hall Association Report on the following topics.
Items to address:
- The roof leak in the kitchen near the stairway
- Brethren seek a report on the replacement griddle project
- Accessory Dwelling Unit (Rental) to be possibly built on the “back 40”
BILLS & PAYMENTS
The proceeds of the Breakfast Fundraiser today were $204, with the food being donated by Brian Vanderpool who has graciously begun assisting Scott Sorensen in the Kitchen.
NEW BUSINESS
COMMUNICATIONS
Grand lodge reiterated that there is room at the Masonic Home for not only Freemasons, and Widows, but they are now accepting Relatives. Feel free to explore more, if you have a family member who might avail themselves of the amazing services offered by the Masonic Homes.
Sunshine Report:
Worshipful Brother Hans Straub was not able to make the trip down to see us today, he was ill with Bronchitis, and would appreciate a call.
Worshipful Tony Averill is doing a bit better, having been in and out of the hospital a few times recently. He has been in surgery a few times, and has a few more to go. He and Dolores would love to hear from you.
Jobs Daughters: Selling Roses for Mothers day. $45 for a Dozen roses delivered to your mother or loved one, in Monterey or San Benito county.
CALENDAR
- The Calendar was discussed and can be found online here: https://lodge46.freemason.org/#events
- The Trestle board is also to be found under the NEWS section of the website
- Carmel Lodge no.680 invites you to the Carmel Masonic Lodge Ladies Tea Party on Sunday the 25th of February. 2pm-5pm.
The Lodge was closed in due form at 11:30AM, peace and harmony prevailing.
Secretary of Texas Lodge no.46 F. & A.M. of California
Richard Bartlett, Worshipful Master
