Minutes of the Wiltshire PGL Meeting
Monday 10th November 2014, At the Ferndale Road Club, Swindon.
1. Opening. The PGP Bro Paul Dyer ROH opened the meeting at 19.35 hrs with a count of 11 officers delegates and visitors.
2. Loyal Toast. Duly Taken
3. Obituary
4. Absent Brethren Toast. Observed with all Solemnity
5. Roll Call. The Roll Call of Officers revealed that ___ elected officers were absent.
6. Introduction of Visitors.
Bro. Iain Smith KOM was introduced and welcomed by the PGP
6. Apologies.
(a) Apologies. Executive
Last month None
This Month Bro. Barry Dowson ROH Bro. Colin Minns KOM
Next Month None
(b) Apologies Provincial Grand Lodge Meeting
Last month
This Month Bro. Chris Rawlings ROH Bro. Barry Dowson ROH
Next Month None
Accepted on a proposal by Bro. Alan Dance ROH Seconded Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH
7. Delegate Changes. None reported
8. Lodge Call
All Lodges represented reported no problems.
9. Minutes of the Previous PGL Meeting
Proposed By Bro. Roland Clarke ROH Seconded by Bro Roy Tremlett KO)M
10 Summary of Funds
General Fund 2,257.00 Funds B/F £ 3,423.38
PGP Appeal 79.50 Investment Gen Fund £ 5,516.40
Benevolent Fund 996.38 Investment Ben Fund £ 5,594.80
G. L V. B 19.50
Examining Council 71.00
£ 3,423.38 £ 14,534.58
Proposed Bro. Ron Bendle ROH Seconded Bro. Roy Temlett KOM
Executive Committee Report
Proposed by Bro Mike Thurston-Hewer ROH seconded by Bro. Royston Smith ROH
CORRESPONDENCE
11.1 IN
(a) Bank Statement for September £3608.27
(a) Grand Lodge Circ 71/2014 Statement by GL Trustees re pension fund made at September GL meeting cannot be published according to solicitors. Trustees apologises.
(b) Grand Lodge Circ 72/2014 Changes to PGL’s ML’s etc.,
(c) Grand Lodge Circ 73/2014 Memorial for the National Arboretum
(d) Grand Lodge Circ 74/2014 Passing of Mrs Crump wife of Late Bro. Crump ROH Past GP 1981
(e) Grand Lodge Circ 75/2014 Passing of Bro John Williams ROH Past FGP 1983
(f) Grand Lodge Circ 76/2014 PG Secretary new Jewel £45. For past & Present secretaries.
(g) Grand Lodge Circ 77/2014 Statement concerning F. C. Parry
(h) Grand Lodge Circ 78/2014 Passing of Bro. Peter Gordon Grand Waiter 1998
(i) Grand Lodge Circ 79/2014 New rule books now available, In view of Postal Charges it is advisable to order through PGL. Orders in A.S.A.P.
(j) Grand Lodge Circ 80/320124 Lottery Winners (No Comment)
(k) Tom Calley Lodge 1562 Nominating Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH ass assistant PG Secretary.
(l) Job Lawrence Lodge 5784 nominating Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH ass assistant PG Secretary.
(m) Job Lawrence Lodge 5784 nominating Bro. Ron Bendle ROH for Minor Office
(n) Grand Secretary acknowledging letters from the Trustees letters, which will be placed before the next GLMC.
OUT
(a) Grand Lodge Circulars 72,73 /77& 79/2014 to Minor Lodges
(b) Grand Lodge re Jewels. Answered by Circ 77/2014
11.2 RECCOMEMNDATIONS
Provincial Grand Lodge bye-law
In keeping with Rule 117(b) the following Bye Law is due for renewal
That a £0.15p levy is made per registration, to be placed in the General Fund for the purpose of aiding the expenses of the Province.
Proposed Bro. Chris Rawlings ROH Seconded Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH
11.3 Resignation of the Provincial Grand Treasurer Bro. Colin Minns KOM due to family problems
It was proposed by Bro. Eric Macey ROH and seconded by Bro. Roland Clarke ROH that this resignation be accepted with reluctance, also a letter of thanks be sent to Bro. Colin for his work for the Province. All were in Favour.
11.4 Nomination and Election of Provincial Grand Treasurer
Proposed Bro. Ri9chard Hawkes ROH seconded by Bro. Mike Thurst6on-Hewer ROH that Bro. Paul Dyer ROH becomes the new PGTreas. All in favour.
Acceptance of the Executive Committee Report and Recommendations.
The ballot resulted 10 votes in favour, 0 against 0 abstentions
(10 Brothers eligible to vote).,
12. Trustees Report. Given by Bro Mike Thurston-Hewer ROH, Bro. Tony Clark ROH and Bro. Chris Rawlings ROH This was not available due to absence of the PG Treasurer Bro. Colin Minns K)M. This was carried out prior to the meeting.
It was reported that 2 letters had been sent to Grand Lodge re the now defunct Excelsior Lodge by recorded delivery. A letter received from Bro. Les Osborne ROJH via Grand Lodge accusing this province of breaking rule 56. At no time have we broken that, in fact the request for Grand Lodge permission is at present in the hands of the GLMC. Correspondence 11.1m
The Trustees also showed concern over Ye Olde Saxon Lodge re the Secretary and Treasurer positions. It is recommended that the PG Trustees attend the lodge to see if we can help. The PGL in session gave the Financial Officers permission to see what can be done
proposed Bro. Eric Macey ROH Seconded Bro. Roland Clarke ROH 10 for 0 against
13 Instalation of the Provincial Grand Primo 2015
Bro. Alan Dance ROH Sponsored by Bro. Mike Thurston-Hewer ROH and Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH was ably inducted by the PGP Bro. Paul Dyer ROH. Following the induction Bro. Alan Dance ROH PGP 2015 robe the DPGP Bro. Temlett KOM
14 (a) PG{ Assostant PG Secretary
1 Nomination Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH
Proposed Bro. Royston Smith ROH Seconded Bro. Tony Clarke ROH 10 for 0 against
(b) Provincial Grand Lodge officers nominations 2015
Bro. Ron Bendle ROH White Heather
15. Grand Lodge agenda Brothers Mike Thurston-Hewer RO and Royston Smith R$OH
Thankfully it was a short one this week Proposed Bro. Tony Clarke ROH seconded Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH t5hat the delegates vote to our best interests.
16. BENEVOLENCE
No applications.
Correspondence E mail from Bro. Toni Cox ROH Informing Bro. Vic Hibberd ROH has pased away. No Funeral arrangements given.
Death Grant Scheme- If application for Bro. Vic Hibberd ROH received proposed Bro. Tony Clarke ROH seconded Bro. Ron Bendle ROH the committee will look at it sympathetically.
Sick Report and Updates.
Bro. Peter Stewart ROH Contacted this a.m OK after being unwell for past few days.
Bro. Barry Dowson ROH Not too well this week
Bro. Eric Macey ROH Now on the mend was back in lodge last Friday. At PGL tonight.
Bro. Gordon Turner ROH in hospital due to a fall..
Bro.Royston Smith ROH going in to hospital for a back operation
It was reported that Bro. Geoff Morris has only a few months to live
Proposed by Bro. Ron Bendle ROH Seconded by Bro. Bro. Eric Macey
17. Knights Chapter
The next meeting of Knights Chapter is on Saturday 22nd November 2014 19.30.at the RNA Club Harding St. All third and fourth degree members will be welcomed. The Club has its own Car Park so no problem in Parking
18. ROLL of H0NOUR ASSEMBLY.
The next meeting of Roll Of Honour Assembly is on Monday 17th November 2014at 20.00 at Ferndale Road Club. All fourth Degree members would be most welcomed
19. PROVINCIAL GRAND PRIMO REPORT
Job Lawrence Lodge 5784 2nd Degree Raising of Bro. Ray Baughn CP
20. RAFFLE
The raffle is kindly donated by the bro. Roy Tremlett KOM and was won by bro. Roland clarke ROH. Next month’s raffle will be donated by the Dawn Of Victory lodge.
21. Cash Account. The Cash Account for the evening:
Registration 9 @ 50p £ 4.50
Gifts £ 9.00
PGL Raffle £ 11.00
PGL VBF £ 0.55
GL VBF £ 0.50
PGP Appeal £28.00
Total £ 55.55
22 Closure: The business having been concluded the meeting was closed by PGP Bro Paul Dyer ROH at 21.05 hrs with a count of 11 officers, delegates and visitors
Bro. Paul Dyer ROH PGP Bro. Royston Smith ROH PG Secretary
Monday 10th November 2014, At the Ferndale Road Club, Swindon.
1. Opening. The PGP Bro Paul Dyer ROH opened the meeting at 19.35 hrs with a count of 11 officers delegates and visitors.
2. Loyal Toast. Duly Taken
3. Obituary
4. Absent Brethren Toast. Observed with all Solemnity
5. Roll Call. The Roll Call of Officers revealed that ___ elected officers were absent.
6. Introduction of Visitors.
Bro. Iain Smith KOM was introduced and welcomed by the PGP
6. Apologies.
(a) Apologies. Executive
Last month None
This Month Bro. Barry Dowson ROH Bro. Colin Minns KOM
Next Month None
(b) Apologies Provincial Grand Lodge Meeting
Last month
This Month Bro. Chris Rawlings ROH Bro. Barry Dowson ROH
Next Month None
Accepted on a proposal by Bro. Alan Dance ROH Seconded Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH
7. Delegate Changes. None reported
8. Lodge Call
All Lodges represented reported no problems.
9. Minutes of the Previous PGL Meeting
Proposed By Bro. Roland Clarke ROH Seconded by Bro Roy Tremlett KO)M
10 Summary of Funds
General Fund 2,257.00 Funds B/F £ 3,423.38
PGP Appeal 79.50 Investment Gen Fund £ 5,516.40
Benevolent Fund 996.38 Investment Ben Fund £ 5,594.80
G. L V. B 19.50
Examining Council 71.00
£ 3,423.38 £ 14,534.58
Proposed Bro. Ron Bendle ROH Seconded Bro. Roy Temlett KOM
Executive Committee Report
Proposed by Bro Mike Thurston-Hewer ROH seconded by Bro. Royston Smith ROH
CORRESPONDENCE
11.1 IN
(a) Bank Statement for September £3608.27
(a) Grand Lodge Circ 71/2014 Statement by GL Trustees re pension fund made at September GL meeting cannot be published according to solicitors. Trustees apologises.
(b) Grand Lodge Circ 72/2014 Changes to PGL’s ML’s etc.,
(c) Grand Lodge Circ 73/2014 Memorial for the National Arboretum
(d) Grand Lodge Circ 74/2014 Passing of Mrs Crump wife of Late Bro. Crump ROH Past GP 1981
(e) Grand Lodge Circ 75/2014 Passing of Bro John Williams ROH Past FGP 1983
(f) Grand Lodge Circ 76/2014 PG Secretary new Jewel £45. For past & Present secretaries.
(g) Grand Lodge Circ 77/2014 Statement concerning F. C. Parry
(h) Grand Lodge Circ 78/2014 Passing of Bro. Peter Gordon Grand Waiter 1998
(i) Grand Lodge Circ 79/2014 New rule books now available, In view of Postal Charges it is advisable to order through PGL. Orders in A.S.A.P.
(j) Grand Lodge Circ 80/320124 Lottery Winners (No Comment)
(k) Tom Calley Lodge 1562 Nominating Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH ass assistant PG Secretary.
(l) Job Lawrence Lodge 5784 nominating Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH ass assistant PG Secretary.
(m) Job Lawrence Lodge 5784 nominating Bro. Ron Bendle ROH for Minor Office
(n) Grand Secretary acknowledging letters from the Trustees letters, which will be placed before the next GLMC.
OUT
(a) Grand Lodge Circulars 72,73 /77& 79/2014 to Minor Lodges
(b) Grand Lodge re Jewels. Answered by Circ 77/2014
11.2 RECCOMEMNDATIONS
Provincial Grand Lodge bye-law
In keeping with Rule 117(b) the following Bye Law is due for renewal
That a £0.15p levy is made per registration, to be placed in the General Fund for the purpose of aiding the expenses of the Province.
Proposed Bro. Chris Rawlings ROH Seconded Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH
11.3 Resignation of the Provincial Grand Treasurer Bro. Colin Minns KOM due to family problems
It was proposed by Bro. Eric Macey ROH and seconded by Bro. Roland Clarke ROH that this resignation be accepted with reluctance, also a letter of thanks be sent to Bro. Colin for his work for the Province. All were in Favour.
11.4 Nomination and Election of Provincial Grand Treasurer
Proposed Bro. Ri9chard Hawkes ROH seconded by Bro. Mike Thurst6on-Hewer ROH that Bro. Paul Dyer ROH becomes the new PGTreas. All in favour.
Acceptance of the Executive Committee Report and Recommendations.
The ballot resulted 10 votes in favour, 0 against 0 abstentions
(10 Brothers eligible to vote).,
12. Trustees Report. Given by Bro Mike Thurston-Hewer ROH, Bro. Tony Clark ROH and Bro. Chris Rawlings ROH This was not available due to absence of the PG Treasurer Bro. Colin Minns K)M. This was carried out prior to the meeting.
It was reported that 2 letters had been sent to Grand Lodge re the now defunct Excelsior Lodge by recorded delivery. A letter received from Bro. Les Osborne ROJH via Grand Lodge accusing this province of breaking rule 56. At no time have we broken that, in fact the request for Grand Lodge permission is at present in the hands of the GLMC. Correspondence 11.1m
The Trustees also showed concern over Ye Olde Saxon Lodge re the Secretary and Treasurer positions. It is recommended that the PG Trustees attend the lodge to see if we can help. The PGL in session gave the Financial Officers permission to see what can be done
proposed Bro. Eric Macey ROH Seconded Bro. Roland Clarke ROH 10 for 0 against
13 Instalation of the Provincial Grand Primo 2015
Bro. Alan Dance ROH Sponsored by Bro. Mike Thurston-Hewer ROH and Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH was ably inducted by the PGP Bro. Paul Dyer ROH. Following the induction Bro. Alan Dance ROH PGP 2015 robe the DPGP Bro. Temlett KOM
14 (a) PG{ Assostant PG Secretary
1 Nomination Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH
Proposed Bro. Royston Smith ROH Seconded Bro. Tony Clarke ROH 10 for 0 against
(b) Provincial Grand Lodge officers nominations 2015
Bro. Ron Bendle ROH White Heather
15. Grand Lodge agenda Brothers Mike Thurston-Hewer RO and Royston Smith R$OH
Thankfully it was a short one this week Proposed Bro. Tony Clarke ROH seconded Bro. Richard Hawkes ROH t5hat the delegates vote to our best interests.
16. BENEVOLENCE
No applications.
Correspondence E mail from Bro. Toni Cox ROH Informing Bro. Vic Hibberd ROH has pased away. No Funeral arrangements given.
Death Grant Scheme- If application for Bro. Vic Hibberd ROH received proposed Bro. Tony Clarke ROH seconded Bro. Ron Bendle ROH the committee will look at it sympathetically.
Sick Report and Updates.
Bro. Peter Stewart ROH Contacted this a.m OK after being unwell for past few days.
Bro. Barry Dowson ROH Not too well this week
Bro. Eric Macey ROH Now on the mend was back in lodge last Friday. At PGL tonight.
Bro. Gordon Turner ROH in hospital due to a fall..
Bro.Royston Smith ROH going in to hospital for a back operation
It was reported that Bro. Geoff Morris has only a few months to live
Proposed by Bro. Ron Bendle ROH Seconded by Bro. Bro. Eric Macey
17. Knights Chapter
The next meeting of Knights Chapter is on Saturday 22nd November 2014 19.30.at the RNA Club Harding St. All third and fourth degree members will be welcomed. The Club has its own Car Park so no problem in Parking
18. ROLL of H0NOUR ASSEMBLY.
The next meeting of Roll Of Honour Assembly is on Monday 17th November 2014at 20.00 at Ferndale Road Club. All fourth Degree members would be most welcomed
19. PROVINCIAL GRAND PRIMO REPORT
Job Lawrence Lodge 5784 2nd Degree Raising of Bro. Ray Baughn CP
20. RAFFLE
The raffle is kindly donated by the bro. Roy Tremlett KOM and was won by bro. Roland clarke ROH. Next month’s raffle will be donated by the Dawn Of Victory lodge.
21. Cash Account. The Cash Account for the evening:
Registration 9 @ 50p £ 4.50
Gifts £ 9.00
PGL Raffle £ 11.00
PGL VBF £ 0.55
GL VBF £ 0.50
PGP Appeal £28.00
Total £ 55.55
22 Closure: The business having been concluded the meeting was closed by PGP Bro Paul Dyer ROH at 21.05 hrs with a count of 11 officers, delegates and visitors
Bro. Paul Dyer ROH PGP Bro. Royston Smith ROH PG Secretary