On behalf of the myself., Office Bearers and brethren of the lodge, may I extend a big thanks to all the ladies involved in the preparation, cooking and serving of the Pensioners Christmas party meal for 2025. The meal as always was excellent and all who attended thoroughly enjoyed themselves.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Dave Dewars RWM
The chairman Bro. David Dewars opened the meeting welcoming all those in attendance.
Apologies
Apologies were extended on behalf of Jim Nicoll, Sam McFadzean and Craig Rennie.
Present, Chair David Dewars, In attendance, Philip Learmonth, Stewart Ellis, Jim Cosgrove, Bruce Duguid, Jim Laing, Brian Robertson, Harry Conway, Robert Wilson, George McIntyre, Jim Christie and Ryan Duncan.
Business
The secretary updated the committee on progress regarding the Grand Master Mason’s Challenge. Following discussion, a provisional date of 23rd September was agreed for the cheque presentation. The secretary will contact P.G. Secretary to finalise this date.
Discussion followed on Nominations for the forthcoming season ahead. It was agreed the following offices will be filled thus :- R.W.M. Bro Craig Rennie, W.S.W. Bro Robert Wilson, W.J.W. Bro. George McIntyre, S.D. Brother Jim Christie Jr., J.D. Bro. Sam McFadzean, I.G. Bro. Jim Nicoll, Secretary Bro. Jim Laing, Treasurer Bro. Stewart Ellis, Chaplain Bro. Kevin Smart, Bible Bearer Bro Dave Watson, Jeweler Bro. Ryan Duncan, D.O.C. Bro Philip Learmonth and Steward Bro. Brian Robertson.
correspondence
The secretary read out a letter of thanks From Lodge Dalhousie No. 679 for the use of the lodge for their Annual McBride Degree on 13th June. They also extended thanks to the lodge brethren who assisted on the day.Capitation Fees for new season, the secretary read out an email from G.LO.S. regarding an increase to test fees which will come into effect prior to our Installation. He will forward this to all members.
Treasurer’s Report
Bro Treasurer updated the lodge on the current financial status.
AOB
George McIntyre enquired about a wreath for the Forthcoming Remembrance Day. Harry Conway is arranging same, Brian Roberrtson updated the committee on progress regarding the Installation and Christmas dinner. He has yet to receive finalized prices for both from the caterer.Harry Conway asked if Wednesday’s collection would be donated to Prostate Scotland, this was unanimously agreed
Closure
There being no further business the meeting was closed.