Committee meeting      

Committee Meeting Monday 3rd November 2025

The chairman Bro. Dave Dewars opened the meeting welcoming all those in attendance.

Apologies

Apologies were extended on behalf of Graham Webster, Craig Rennie, Jim Nicol and Bill Workman.

Present, Chair Dave Dewars, In attendance, Jim Laing, Stewart Ellis, Philip Learmonth, George McIntyre, Jim Cosgrove, Sam McFadzean, Bruce Duguid, Brian Robertson, Ryan Duncan, Jim Keir, and Harry Conway.

Business

The secretary enquired if the wreath(s) had been ordered for this weeks Remembrance ceremony. Harry said they had but will confirm tomorrow night. It was agreed we would gather at the war memorial as in previous years. The secretary enquired if the lodge was donating any monies to the Wee Wander and the recent Cyclathon. £100 has already been committed to the cyclathon and a decision yet to made regarding the Wee Wander. The Chairman advised Wednesday’s meeting would be minutes, business and the Lodge’s AGM followed by an Affiliation for Robert Wilson.

Treasurer’s Report. The treasurer reported the recent Installation had recorded a loss of £200. It was agreed that we would review all the associated costs for next year. He also advised he was still in contact with the Bank of Scotland regarding the Benevolent Fund issues. He has received £100 compensation which will be donated to Prostate Cancer Scotland.

AOB. Brian Robertson thanked all those who assisted on the day of the Installation. Jim Cosgrove advised he will be setting up boxes in the pool room for food hampers for the Pensioners Christmas Party and all donations will be greatly appreciated.

The lodge’s Annual Christmas party will be three courses and the cost will be £20 per person. A Menu for food selection will be provided. Anyone who cannot attend the meal but attend for the evening event, will be charged £10 per person.

Closure

There being no further business the meeting was closed