February 2017
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1 2 3 4 Groundhog Day Boynton Lodge 100 year celebration
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Corporate Board Masonic Home Pink Lodge Plant City
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Board Of Trustees Valentine’s day Grand Master’s Grand Master’s Masonic Home Mokanna Lodge No. 329 York Rite Conference Conference 70 year presentation Fort Pierce Lodge Omaha Nebraska Omaha Nebraska
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Grand Master’s Grand Master’s Grand Master’s Winter Park 100 Year Conference Conference Conference Celebration Omaha Nebraska Omaha Nebraska Omaha Nebraska
26 27 28 York Rite Fort Pierce Lodge March 2017
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Ft. Pierce York Rite Outdoor Degree Box Ranch—Stuart, Florida 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Table Lodge 7 PM Feast of Kadash Spring Lodge Tampa Scottish Rite
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Daylight Saving Time York Rite St, Patrick's Day Corporate Board Fort Pierce Lodge Masonic Home
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Board Of Trustees Melbourne Lodge No. 143 Masonic Home Master Mason Degree Grand Lodge of Tennessee District 15 Ocala George Washington Gravel
26 27 28 29 30 31 Ornan Lodge No.117
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The Masonic Home of Florida Pilgrimage Day
SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 2017 ‐ 10 AM – 2 PM Presented by: The 20th and 21st Masonic Districts of The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Florida.
ALL CAR OWNERS & VISITORS WILL RECEIVE LUNCH, COURTESY OF THE MASONIC HOME OF FLORIDA.
www.glflamason.org www.masonichomefl.com 3201 1st Street N.E., St. Petersburg, Florida Ray Hughes Greg Williamson [email protected] [email protected]
THIS MESSAGE APPROVED BY THE GRAND MASTER MASONS IN FLORIDA, MW Stanley L. Hudson
AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED AT 1:00 PM!
1 – GRAND MASTER’S CHOICE 2 – RESIDENTS’ CHOICE 3 – BEST IN SHOW
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BY SIGNING THIS FORM AND/OR REGISTERING, I AGREE TO RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS THE MASONIC HOME OF FLORIDA, AND THE GRAND LODGE OF FLORIDA, FROM ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE I MAY SUFFER DURING, OR BY MY PARTICIPATION IN, THIS EVENT WHETHER SUCH LOSS OR DAMAGE IS DESIGNATED AS PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. PRE‐REGISTER BY EMAIL or BY MAIL
Approved for Distribution by MW Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on November 30, 2016 SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 2017
GET OUT YOUR AWARD WINNING, MOUTH WATERING, RECIPES!!! WE’LL DECIDE AT PILGRIMAGE DAY WHO’S CHILI IS SUPREME!!!
THIS IS ONLY OPEN TO FREEMASONS AND APPENDANT BODIES! (INCLUDING THE LADIES AND YOUTH GROUPS) ONE (1) ENTRY PER LODGE, CHAPTER, ASSEMBLY, COURT, ETC.
PROVIDE A 4-QUART CROCK POT OF YOUR FINEST CHILI! JUDGING WILL BE BASED ON 5 CRITERIA: REDDISH COLOR, AROMA, CONSISTENCY, TASTE AND AFTERTASTE.
JUDGING WILL TAKE PLACE AT 12:00 PM (NOON) AFTER JUDGING IS COMPLETED, SAMPLES WILL BE AVAILABLE. WINNER WILL BE AWARDED A TROPHY! RUNNER-UP WILL RECEIVE HONORABLE MENTION. For more Information or to Register Contact: Ray [email protected] Greg Williamson - [email protected]
Deadline to register is Monday, March 10, 2017
Approved for Distribution by MW Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on November 30, 2016
Brotherhood Lodge No. 375 Charity Raffle Raffle Open Only to Masonic Fraternity, Appended Bodies and Orders of Florida Minimum Donation: 1 for $5 or 5 for $20 Drawing on Veteran’s Day Saturday November 11, 2017 ALL PROCEEDS FUNDING FOR BROTHERHOOD’S FIRST ANNUAL MILITARY SERVICE APPRECIATION EVENT
Raffle Official Rules and Regulations: By entering this drawing, the ticket purchaser acknowledges that he or she is aware of and agrees to abide by the Official Rules and Regulations of this drawing.·Brotherhood Lodge No. 375 located at 13402 Montour St. Brooksville, FL 34613 is conducting a raffle pursuant to Florida Statutes to raise proceeds to benefit Annual Military Appreciation Event ·The winning ticket will be drawn at random at or about 3:00pm, 11/11/2017 at 13402 Montour St. Brooksville, FL 34613 from all eligible raffle tickets received.·The winner will be notified by Phone or email or by mail.· Ticket holders do not need to be present to win.·One chance to win per ticket.·The holder of the winning ticket shall be entitled to receive a FIREARM the “prize”, in one game awarded to one person, upon compliance with these Official Rules, All Federal and State laws apply.·Failure to comply will result in forfeiture of the prize to be awarded.·Prize(s) is/are non-transferable.·No substitutions for prize(s) will be made.·All prizes must be claimed within 30 days of winning drawing date.·The winner is responsible for all applicable federal, state, local taxes and fees, which must be paid prior to prize delivery· Entrants must be18 years of age or older.· Tickets purchased through misrepresentation of age or identity shall be void.· No purchase/contribution is necessary to enter;· A $5.00 minimum donation is suggested.· Unauthorized persons copying, selling or altering tickets are subject to prosecution.· Ticket will be void and no prize will be awarded if there is proof that the ticket was stolen, unissued, ineligible, altered, counterfeit in whole or in part, defective, printed in duplicate or printed/production in error.· The odds of winning the prize will depend on the number of raffle tickets sold.· Brotherhood Lodge reserves the right to limit the number of tickets distributed to each entrant and is not responsible for lost or stolen tickets or tickets redeemed in error by its agents.· Brotherhood Lodge is not responsible or liable for any actions or for any events that occur during or as a result of winner acceptance and use of prize· Winner agrees to allow Brotherhood Lodge to use name and likeness to promote future drawings.· Prize purchased by Brotherhood Lodge General Funds, all proceeds donations go to Brotherhood’s Military Appreciation Event ·For additional information, please contact by mail at Brotherhood Lodge Address, 13402 Montour St. Brooksville, FL 34613 or call 352-515-3395 · All ticket holders must be eligible to lawfully receive and possess firearm. FLORIDA REGISTRATION NUMBER: CH50219 “A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL FREE 800-435-7352 OR VISIT WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRA- TION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMEND”. www.freshfromflorida.com
------Please Forward Check or Money Order to: Brotherhood Lodge No. 375 C/O Fernando J Rosado 13402 Montour Street Brooksville, FL 34613 Brotherhood Lodge Charity Raffle (Please Print Clearly and Return) Name: ______Lodge Name & No. ______
Address:______
Phone Number:______Email:______(Your Raffle Ticket will be Printed and your Ticket Receipt Mailed or Emailed to you)
APPROVED FOR DISTRIBUTION: ______M∴W∴ Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master Approved for Distribution by M.W. Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on January 17, 2017
Treasure Chest Fundraiser Proceeds Benefit The Incoming Grand Master’s Homecoming 2017 WHEN: SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2017 WHERE: LAKE SEMINOLE PARK 10015 PARK BLVD SEMINOLE, FL. 33777 FOLLOW THE SIGNS TO: SHELTER # 10 ALL ARE WELCOME! A FAMILY EVENT! TIME: 11:00 A.M.— 4:00 P.M. COST: $15.00 PER PERSON SUGGESTED DONATION CHILDREN 12 & UNDER $5.00 PER CHILD SUGGESTED DONATION HAMBURGERS AND HOT DOGS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TICKETS: Richard Whitmyer, PM, President (727) 403.6511 Larry Pomeroy, DDGM (727) 798.3721 William Sundquist, DDGM, 1st Vice-President (727) 542.3805 W. Greg Williamson (727) 512.1760 W. Rick Wendling, 2nd Vice-President (727) 647.2658 W. Matthew Winters (727) 452.8846 David Henderson, PDDGM, Treasurer (727) 698.0736 John Drewett, PDDGM (727) 480.2150 Frank Gaughen, PDDGM, Secretary (727) 512.8355 Bro. Peter Bengston (727) 492.8156
Glen Bishop, PDDGM (727) 224.6991
Make Checks or Money Orders Payable To: Sun Coast Master Mason Association In the Memo Section: TCF—Shrimp Boil GM Homecoming 2017 Mail To: William B. Garrett, Jr., PDDGM, Chairman (727) 420.3447 11641 59th Streeet, Pinellas Park, FL. 33782-2126
Approved for Distribution by MW Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on January 10, 2017 MEBERSHIP SEMINAR ESCAMBIA LODGE No. 15 2920 LONGLEAF DRIVE, PENSACOLA FL. 32526
SATURDAY 29 APRIL 2017
Seminar will start at 10:00 am and will last approximately 2 hours. Lunch will be provided after the seminar.
Seminar Presentation By: R∴W∴ John W. Westerman III Jr. Grand Warden, Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Florida
For more information feel free to contact: R∴W∴ Alan B. Cox DDGM District 2 850-686-1362
FREE EVENT, ALL MASONS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND
Approved for Districution by M.W. Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on January 10, 2017 TOWN HALL MEETING
Membership Development Oleeta‐ West Dade Lodge No. 145 145 South Royal Poinciana Blvd Miami Springs, FL 33166 Monday, April 3rd, 2017 Dinner: 6:00 pm Seminar: 7:00 pm Seminar will be presented by:
RW John W. Westerman, III
Junior Grand Warden of The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Florida
For more information: Contact: RW Tali Atala, PDDGM (305) 479‐3300
Free Event Open to all Masons
Approved for Distribution by MW Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on January 9, 2017
Approved for Distribution by MW Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on January 26, 2017 The George Washington Gavel A National Treasure Coming to Ocala March 24-25, 2017
A brief history of the gavel At 10:00 a.m. on September 18, 1793 the President of the United States, George Washington, and his entourage crossed the Potomac River to arrive in the city of Washington. There they were joined by an escort consisting of the Alexandria Volunteer Artillery and members of Masonic Lodges from Virginia and Maryland, and proceeded to the construction grounds approximately 1.5 miles away. At the site of the Capitol, Washington was re- ceived by the Grand Master of Masons of Maryland Joseph Clark. A silver plaque fashioned by Georgetown silver- smith Caleb Bentley was handed to Washington who stepped into the foundation trench and placed the plaque, where- upon the cornerstone was lowered. The plaque was inscribed with a brief tribute to the "military valor and prudence" of Washington, and dedicated the building in the "first year, of the second term, of the presidency of George Washing- ton ... and in the year of Masonry 5793." Washington, accompanied by three Worshipful Masters carrying corn, wine, and oil, then struck the stone three times with the gavel, as prescribed by Masonic custom. Washington exited the trench to cheers by the assembled Masons and a 15-gun salute (one gun for each U.S. States) from the Alexandria Vol- unteer Artillery. Clark then delivered a short invocation, after which a 500 pound ox was slaughtered and roasted.
The George Washington Gavel will be on display March 24th and 25th 2017. It is in the care of Potomac Lodge No. 5 A.F.&A.M. in Washington, DC. The Gavel travels several times a year throughout the Country. The Masonic Lodges of the 15th Masonic District of Florida are responsible for bringing this artifact to Marion County for public viewing. It is escorted by three Freemasons from Washington DC and is not out of their custody and control. There is a free event, and one ticketed event both open to the public. Accommodations: Holiday Inn Silver Springs 5360 E Silver Springs Blvd Silver Springs FL 33488 PH:352-304-6111 www.ocalasilverspringshotel.com Group Name: Masonic Event Group Rate: $106.00 per night
Date: Friday March 24th, 2017 Date: Saturday March 25th, 2017 FREE EVENT Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Welcome Reception at The Ocala Shrine Club Location: Marion-Dunn No.19 Masonic Lodge Address: 4301 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480 Address: 1846 SE 36th Ave Ocala Donation of $30.00 includes heavy hors d’oeuvres
For more information please visit www.fldistrict15.org Call the 15th Masonic District of Florida George Washington Gavel Committee Chairman Glen Garner 305-775-1254 Or email: [email protected]
Approved for Distribution by M.W. Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on January 23, 2017 State Wide Outdoor Festival Fort Pierce York Rite is Proud to Host AN OUTDOOR FESTIVAL OF THE YORK RITE DEGREES AND ORDERS HONORING
M:. W:. STANLEY L. HUDSON Most Worshipful Grand Master of Free & Accepted Masons of Florida
rd th When: March 3 & 4 , 2017 Friday Evening starting at 6 pm Saturday Morning starting at 10 am Location: Box Ranch 7150 Kanner Hwy, Indiantown, Florida 34956 (off SR 76 approx 6.5 mi. east of SR 710 & 7.5 mi. west of I-95) Cost: $20 includes lite snack Friday and.... lunch and Barbeque Dinner on Saturday (Candidates eat for FREE) Contacts: John Pickford call: (772) 879-0030 137 SW East Danville Circle, Port St. Lucie, FL 34953 email: [email protected]
Approved for Distribution by M.W. Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on January 19, 2017 Masonic Home of Florida Charity Benefit
Sponsored by the Masonic Districts of South Florida
District 33, District 32, District 34, District 35, and District 36 Diamonds and Gold Ladies Night
“An Affair of the Heart””
Live Music Live Jewelry Auction Silent Jewelry Auction A Black Tie Gala
Date: Saturday, February 11, 2017 Location: Tropical Acres Restaurant, 2500 Griffin Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 Cocktail Hour Begins: 6:00 pm Dinner Begins: 7:00 pm Cost: $55.00 per person RSVP: R:.W:. Mike Binder @ (954) 647-8422 or email [email protected]
RSVP: W:. Luigi Gandolfo P.M. @ (561)445-6050 or email [email protected]
SPONSORSHIPS & ADVERTISING AVAILABLE
Approved for Distribution by M.W. Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on January 17, 2017
at John Darling Lodge No. 154 4601 N Habana Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33614
Thursday, February 9, 2017
Dinner will be provided at 6:00 P.M. with the Seminar starting at 7:00 P.M. the Seminar will last approximately 2 hours.
Seminar Presentation by: R W John W. Westerman, III Junior Grand Warden Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Florida
For more information feel free to Contact R H Tony De Angelo 813-318-1700 Online registration at JohnDarling154.com
Approved for Distribution by MW Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on January 24, 2017 Friday February 3, 2017 11:00 a.m. A short presentation on the history of Mardi Gras New Orleans
Lunch Menu: Red Beans and Rice, Fried Fish, French Bread, Beignets & King Cake
Courtesy of the 15th Masonic District of Florida For more information 352-804-3981
Approved for Distribution by M.W. Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on January 17, 2017 Pilgrimage Day 2017 Saturday, March 18th Hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM 3201 1st ST N.E., St. Pete.
Happenings
1. Tours of our Beautiful Masonic Home will be provided. Check the front desk for the next tour.
2. The Masonic Auto Show will take place on the south lawn. You’ll be able to meet the owners and enjoy seeing some of the best antique and classic cars in the area.
3. Refreshments and Lunch will be provided by the Masonic Home. Donations will be accepted and appreciated.
4. The Vendors will have something for everyone. Be on the lookout for a great selection of cigars, antique, homemade and new Masonic Jewelry, Flats of Strawberries, honey, and special foods like hot funnel cakes just to mention a few.
5. You can also enjoy some award winning chili following the Chili Cook Off.
6. Music will be provided.
7. You’ll also have opportunity to meet and enjoy the day with M:. W:. Stanley L.. Hudson, his Lady, the residence and the staff of the Masonic Home.
Vendor Registration Information
Organization: Address:
Vendor’s Name: City, State, Zip:
E-Mail Address: Phone No:
Table used for: Special Needs:
To Register
1. Fill out the vendor registration information above and send it to W:. David Webster via email, text/messenger, or USPS. [email protected] mobile - 727 709-9272, 13205 88th Ave N, Seminole, FL 33776-2414 All of the fields are not required to be filled and you can also call him to make the reservation.
2. Make check payable to the Grand Lodge with Pilgrimage Day on the memo line. You can mail it to W:. Webster or present it to him on the same day of the event. FYI - 100% of the registration fees will go to the Masonic Home of Florida.
3. Two (2) Chairs and One (1) Table will be provided for $25.
4. Electric is Available(Special Request Only) $10.
5. Set up time will be Saturday 8:00 AM.
Approved for Distribution by MW Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, on January 19, 2017 The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Florida RICHARD E. LYNN, P.G.M. GRAND LODGE BUILDING GRAND SECRETARY P.O. BOX 1020 JACKSONVILLE, FL 32201-1020 PHONE: (904) 354-2339 TOLL FREE (800) 375-2339 FAX: (904) 632-3865
January 24, 2017
TO: ALL FLORIDA LODGES AND REPRESENTATIVES
RE: 188th ANNUAL GRAND COMMUNICATION Rosen Plaza Hotel - Orlando, Florida May 29, 30, and 31, 2017
Dear Brethren:
The following information is given to the Craft in preparation for their attendance at the 188th Annual Communication of The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of Florida to be held at the Rosen Plaza Hotel, Orlando, Florida, on May 29, 30, and 31, 2017.
It is the desire of Most Worshipful Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, that EVERY LODGE IN FLORIDA BE REPRESENTED BY THE ATTENDANCE OF THE MASTER AND WARDENS.
I respectfully refer you to Regulation 29.01 in the Digest of the Masonic Law of Florida wherein it states that it is the DUTY of the Master and Wardens (or at least one of them) to attend EVERY GRAND LODGE ANNUAL COMMUNICATION.
ROLL CALL: Most Worshipful Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master, will expect the Right Worshipful District Deputy Grand Masters to call the roll of Lodge Representatives of their respective Districts at each morning and afternoon Session of Grand Lodge which will assist the Returns and Credentials Committee in preparing per diem checks.
REGISTRATION: The Committee on Returns and Credentials will begin registration on Sunday, May 28th, at 8:00 a.m., in the Ballroom Foyer of the Hotel.
HEADQUARTERS HOTEL: The Rosen Plaza Hotel, 9700 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819-8114, Reservations number (407) 996-9700 or (800) 627-8258 or visit the following link:
GRANDLODGE2017
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Page 2 188th Annual Grand Communication Rosen Plaza Hotel, Orlando, FL
RESERVATIONS: Reservations must be made and guaranteed by credit card with the Rosen Plaza Hotel by 5:00 p.m., May 8, 2017, to guarantee convention room rates. Reservations will be made on a first come first serve basis. Delegates are urged to make their reservations as soon as possible in order to secure the desired accommodations.
HOTEL CONVENTION RATES: PARKING FEES CHECK IN TIME IS 3:00 P.M. ARE BEING Single or Double - $91.00 Triple - $91.00 WAIVED FOR Quad - $91.00 Hospitality $225.00 ATTENDEES
Please call (800) 627-8258 or (407) 996-9700 to make reservations directly with the Rosen Plaza Hotel or visit the following link:
GRANDLODGE2017
VISITORS: All Master Masons in good standing are welcome to attend the Sessions. Visitors are admitted after having been vouched for and having secured a proper identification badge from the Committee on Returns and Credentials.
Thank you for your assistance.
Sincerely and fraternally,
Richard E. Lynn, P.G.M. Grand Secretary
REL/wj
**Please note: You must make your reservations by 5:00 p.m., on May 8, 2017** cc: Grand Master Chairman, Returns & Credentials Committee Chairman, Arrangements Committee District Deputy Grand Masters
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MINUTES OF THE BOARD MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES THE MASONIC HOME OF FLORIDA November 20, 2016
The Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Masonic Home of Florida met in regular session on Sunday, November 20, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. with the following members present:
PRESENT: RW J. Steven Teal, Chairman RW Ronald E. Peebles, Vice Chairman RW Michael S. Binder R H Michael L. Elliott Brother Jay B. Kosner RW Brian R. Poole RW R. James Rocha RW D. Mark Small RW F. Joseph Smedley
ABSENT: W Ira S. Alderman (Excused)
ALSO PRESENT: MW Stanley L. Hudson, Grand Master; RW Richard G. Hoover, Deputy Grand Master; RW John E. Karroum, Senior Grand Warden; RW John W. Westerman, III, Junior Grand Warden; and MW James W. Ford, P.G.M.
CALL TO ORDER: RW J. Steven Teal called the Meeting to order at 11:00 a.m. The Chairman welcomed all assembled and asked them to join in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. The Invocation was given by RW Brian R. Poole.
INTRODUCTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES: RW J. Steven Teal, Chairman; RW Ronald E. Peebles, Vice Chairman; RW F. Joseph Smedley; RW Michael S. Binder; RH Michael L. Elliott; Brother Jay B. Kosner; RW Brian R. Poole; RW R. James Rocha; and RW D. Mark Small.
A motion was made by RW D. Mark Small and seconded by RW Michael S. Binder that the minutes of the November 20, 2016, Board of Trustees Meeting be adopted as printed and distributed. Motion carried.
REPORT OF THE SECRETARY OF THE BOARD: The Board of Trustees met in a Workshop Session on Saturday, December 17, 2016. The Board of Trustees recommends that Brother John Benocci is hired as the Director of Development for the Masonic Home of Florida. The initial term of employment will be for a 90 day probationary period. The annual salary will be $100,000 plus $27,500 yearly for expenses plus standard benefits. His performance will be evaluated within 90 day and he must raise a minimum of $50,000 during that 90 day period.
A motion was made by RW D. Mark Small and seconded by RH Michael L. Elliott to accept the Report of the Secretary of the Board. Motion carried.
ADMINISTRATOR’S BOARD REPORT: Lisa Tsotsos reported at our last regular Board Meeting we had 91 Residents in the Home. During the month of November we had 1 admission, 0 losses, and 0 discharges bringing the total to 92.
ADMITTED: ADMIT DATE: Rex Cain, membership at Eola Lodge No. 207 (Private Pay) November 15, 2016
1 With 1 admission, 0 losses, and 0 discharges the month of November ended with 50 Assisted Living and 42 Nursing Center for a total of 92 residents. Of those, 32 are men and 60 are women, with 1 of the women sponsored by the Order of the Eastern Star.
Resident Council Officers were introduced: President, Bob Elston; Vice President, Nancy Dela Cruz; and Secretary, Jerry Lance.
A motion was made by RW D. Mark Small and seconded by RW Ronald E. Peebles that the Administrator’s Report be accepted as read. Motion carried.
MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT FAILED EQUIPMENT REPORT: 1. Replaced rear brakes on wheelchair van; a routine maintenance check found them to be worn. 2. Replaced original equipment casters on Broda chair in N/C 2. This is a highly specialized chair for Nursing Center residents. 3. Replaced cold side synchro motor on fan coil unit in Room 202 South R/C 2. 4. Replaced bed control pendant in Room 222 N/C 2.
DIETARY DEPARTMENT REPORT: The total number of resident meals served for the month of November was 8,235 with 1,782 other meals, which included employees, visitors, and special events, for a total of 10,017 meals served. The Masonic Home collected $805.50 toward meal cost. The raw food cost per meal was $2.08.
SECURITY DEPARTMENT REPORT: There were no reportable incidents for the month of November. Four (4) resident ID badges and four (4) employee ID badges were issued.
HOUSEKEEPING/LAUNDRY DEPARTMENT REPORT: The Housekeeping Department standards are at a good level to maintain the facility standards. The laundry used 15 gallons of Bio Power Detergent at $22.63 each; 15 gallons of Flo-Glo Chlorine Destainer at $8.88 each; 15 gallons of Flo Prime Alkali Builder at $19.80 each; and 14 gallons of Sour Softener at $16.14 each; for a total of $995.61 in chemical costs for the month of November. The average count was between 40,000 and 45,000 pounds for the month.
LONG RANGE PLANNING COMMITTEE REPORT: 1. The budgeted and scheduled repair of the chiller deck roof is to be completed before the end of April 2017. Three RFP’s have been issued and the following three companies have bids forthcoming: Abode Builders; George Kontos Roofing; and Advanced Roofing. We have a budgeted amount of $45,000 approved for this work. 2. We have approved a bid from Vootu Electric to replace the 15 exterior heads of the outdoor lighting system along with internal kits which will produce a higher efficiency lighting program. The project will cost $4,500 and one is approved to be completed in the 2017-2018 Masonic Home Budget. A $3,000 per year approximate savings will be realized and a 1.4% per year return on investment with this program. 3. Contracts up for renewal in January are Bingham Pest Control that will be renewed at $1,100 per month; the biomedical waste contract for Stericycle Company which will not be renewed and RFP’s for the biomedical waste disposal have been put out for 3 additional companies to bid on this service. 4. Update on the Guest House Project: The project will be ready for the plumbing and the a/c rough-in inspections next week. By this time next month most of the construction for this project should be substantially completed.
A motion was made by RW Michael S. Binder and seconded by RW Ronald E. Peebles that the Long Range Planning and Facilities Committee Report be accepted as printed and distributed. Motion carried.
2 LEGAL ADVISOR’S REPORT: The total funds received during the month of November were $5,078.33 which brings the year-to-date total of funds received for the Masonic Home Endowment Fund, Inc., on behalf of Estates and Wills to $1,276,005.42.
As of this date, there have been no funds received from Estates and Wills and deposited into an account other than the Masonic Home Endowment Fund, Inc.
A motion was made by RW D. Mark Small and seconded by RW Brian R. Poole that the Legal Advisor’s Report be accepted as printed and distributed. Motion carried.
BUDGET REPORT: The following report reflects the expenditures through November 30, 2016: Administration 70.76% Maintenance 56.93% Dietary 60.26% Nursing 65.07% Housekeeping 56.19% Recreation 66.70% Social Services 62.75% TOTAL 62.94%
We are currently 3.75% under budget ($303,184) for the fiscal year, after amortizing for the insurance premium already paid and after adjusting for the timing of the Guest House Project.
A motion was made by RW R. James Rocha and seconded by RH Michael L. Elliott that the Budget Committee Report be accepted. Motion carried.
ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE REPORT: During the month of November the following Masonic Home Applications were approved by the Board:
Gary Snyder, sponsored by Phoenix Lodge No. 346, pending disposal of his auto and its debt prior to admission Tomas and Rosalynda Ratner, sponsored by Hibiscus Lodge No. 275, pending disposal of their auto and its debt prior to admission David Keddy, sponsored by West Pensacola Lodge No. 296, pending receipt of the investigation report and Lodge Resolution
One Masonic Home Application was denied and 1 Application for Emergency Relief was approved. No Non-Resident Relief funds were distributed in November of 2016.
A motion was made to accept the Admissions Committee Report by RW F. Joseph Smedley and seconded by RW D. Mark Small. Motion carried.
OPERATIONS COMMITTEE REPORT: A. Information Technology: No update; we are awaiting parts. B. Marketing: i. MH Signs – the second sign is awaiting lighting. Pinstripe Marketing is preparing a video of the residents (with resident consent). ii. We reviewed tracking inquiries on the Pipedrive software and are ready to send another postcard to all Members of The Grand Lodge of Florida after January 1st. iii. Digital – We have continued email lists with a digital newsletter to families and Lodge Secretaries and plan to grow the list to include hospitals/clinics and others. C. Lodge Incentive Program: The first incentive has been achieved and 3 more are in process. D. Development Director: We will discuss this position during the workshop. E. Operations: We are in the final stages of next year’s budget.
3 A motion was made to accept the Operations Committee Report by RW R. James Rocha and seconded by RW F. Joseph Smedley. Motion carried.
The Grand Marshal then introduced the Grand Lodge Officers, Past Grand Masters, District Deputy Grand Masters, District Instructors, and Committeemen, and the Grand Master introduced the others that were present at the meeting.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: The next regular Board Meeting will be held at 11:00 a.m. on January 22, 2017, at the Masonic Home of Florida in St. Petersburg, Florida.
RW Brian R. Poole gave the Benediction and the meeting was adjourned at 12:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
RW J. Steven Teal, Chairman RW D. Mark Small, Secretary to the Board
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