Meeting on 9/13/ 2020
Call to Order
On the 13th day, of Sept. 2020, at 10:11 am, at Sherad Park, Vermilion, OH., the meeting was called to order by Pres. Mike Haslage with Prayer provided by WB Chaplain John Hooper and due respect to our Flag.
Previous Meeting Minutes were read and approved and signed by President Mike Haslage..
The previous Treasure’s report was reviewed.
Member’s Present
Mike Haslage
John Hooper
Skip Kyle
Jacob Davis
Lon Burton
Charles Life
CJ
Karyn Haslage—Comp.
Don DiDomenico
Joanne Kyle—Comp.
Mark Shuster
Gail Abernathy--Comp
Lon Burton
Jen DiDomenico--Companion
Distinguished Guests: N/A
Correspondence: N/A
Old Business: 1. Reviewal of Roberts Rules of Order. Sgt. of Arms responsible to insure meeting is run correctly. Cheat sheet given to Doc on rules of order. Doc has experience in rules dating back to Union Meetings. 2. OGC Assessment Fee is a one-time fee.
New Business: 1) Doc reported on speaking to Outreach Director at 2nd Harvest. Presentation of check to 2nd Harvest will be Friday 9-18-20 @10:30 am to present the $1,000.00 check. Meet at 9:00 am at Blue Sky Restaurant if interested. 2) Rough Ashlars Ride on 9-19. Contact Mike if interested as he is going. 3) New Member Jacob Davis presented patches By Pres. Mike Haslage. 4) No news back from local Sleep in Heavenly Peace charity that we are trying to donate to (1st Ladies sponsored charity). 5) Hocking Hills ride info. will be sent out. 6) WB Hooper spoke about potential fund raiser similar to what Bellevue Lodge had. Already cooked. More info. to follow. 7) Please review Grand Chapter Website 8) Nomination and Voting for next years officers will occur at our next meeting on Oct. 3rd at 1:00 pm at the home of Eric and Lisa Robson, 3006 Chenango Road, Wakeman, OH.
9) Reviewed 3 Moms Stitchin patchwork they sent in regards to Memorial Patch for our fallen Bros. Voted to shrink patch, remove working tools so that our companions can wear. Rocker size to fit oval patch. Motion to approve patches by Lon Burton, 2nd by Skip Kyle. Unanimous approval.
Committee Reports: Next years Benefit Ride will be held the 2nd Saturday in July 2021. Brothers Keith Miller, Brett Robson and Eric Robson are the Committee Members. More to follow next meeting.
Closing
With no further business, adjourned the meeting with prayer at 10:54 am
Approved and Signed this 13th day of Sept., 2020.
Mike Haslage Eric T. Robson
President Secretary
Call to Order
On the 13th day, of Sept. 2020, at 10:11 am, at Sherad Park, Vermilion, OH., the meeting was called to order by Pres. Mike Haslage with Prayer provided by WB Chaplain John Hooper and due respect to our Flag.
Previous Meeting Minutes were read and approved and signed by President Mike Haslage..
The previous Treasure’s report was reviewed.
Member’s Present
Mike Haslage
John Hooper
Skip Kyle
Jacob Davis
Lon Burton
Charles Life
CJ
Karyn Haslage—Comp.
Don DiDomenico
Joanne Kyle—Comp.
Mark Shuster
Gail Abernathy--Comp
Lon Burton
Jen DiDomenico--Companion
Distinguished Guests: N/A
Correspondence: N/A
Old Business: 1. Reviewal of Roberts Rules of Order. Sgt. of Arms responsible to insure meeting is run correctly. Cheat sheet given to Doc on rules of order. Doc has experience in rules dating back to Union Meetings. 2. OGC Assessment Fee is a one-time fee.
New Business: 1) Doc reported on speaking to Outreach Director at 2nd Harvest. Presentation of check to 2nd Harvest will be Friday 9-18-20 @10:30 am to present the $1,000.00 check. Meet at 9:00 am at Blue Sky Restaurant if interested. 2) Rough Ashlars Ride on 9-19. Contact Mike if interested as he is going. 3) New Member Jacob Davis presented patches By Pres. Mike Haslage. 4) No news back from local Sleep in Heavenly Peace charity that we are trying to donate to (1st Ladies sponsored charity). 5) Hocking Hills ride info. will be sent out. 6) WB Hooper spoke about potential fund raiser similar to what Bellevue Lodge had. Already cooked. More info. to follow. 7) Please review Grand Chapter Website 8) Nomination and Voting for next years officers will occur at our next meeting on Oct. 3rd at 1:00 pm at the home of Eric and Lisa Robson, 3006 Chenango Road, Wakeman, OH.
9) Reviewed 3 Moms Stitchin patchwork they sent in regards to Memorial Patch for our fallen Bros. Voted to shrink patch, remove working tools so that our companions can wear. Rocker size to fit oval patch. Motion to approve patches by Lon Burton, 2nd by Skip Kyle. Unanimous approval.
Committee Reports: Next years Benefit Ride will be held the 2nd Saturday in July 2021. Brothers Keith Miller, Brett Robson and Eric Robson are the Committee Members. More to follow next meeting.
Closing
With no further business, adjourned the meeting with prayer at 10:54 am
Approved and Signed this 13th day of Sept., 2020.
Mike Haslage Eric T. Robson
President Secretary
Widows Sons-Overseers ChapterMeeting Minutes8-24-19
Minutes submitted by: Eric T. Robson
Minutes approved by:
- Call to order
- Roll call
- Approval of minutes from last meeting
- Open issues
- Treasurer’s report given. State Rally resulted in income of $6,431.80. Current balance is $15,228.48.
- Treasurer also working on Membership corrections. Currently we have 33 members.
- New business
- Discussion held on various charities to donate money to. Different ideas included The Star Home (John Hooper will research), Scholarships at local schools, lunch funds at local schools and Toys for the Needy
- Discussed Petition for Paul Hamilton. Paul did the T-Shirts at our State Rally, and donated $100.00 back to us from those sales. Petition was submitted with dues payment of $140.00. Unanimous vote to accept Paul Hamilton as our newest member of the Widows Sons Overseers Chapter.
- Discussion held on subject of LaGrange Lodge members wanting to form a Widows Sons Chapter. Keith Miller is going to try and contact them to see if they are interested in joining our Chapter.
- President Mike Haslage discussed/reviewed the patch/Alliance problems as per his previous e-mails. There were 3 options as per the OGC. Option #1 was to stay in the Alliance. RWB Don Alberts made the motion to accept option 1. Brett Robson 2nd. Unanimous vote to accept option 1.
- President also discussed the 2020 State Rally being held by the Sublime Principles.
- President discussed non-dues paying members. Letter will go out to encourage members to pay, and why they have not paid. Motion made by Brett Robson to suspend members who have not paid dues for 2018 and 2019. Letter/email will be sent by Secretary of intent to suspend. Member can be re-instated by becoming current with dues and being voted back in by members. 2nd by RWB Bentley. Unanimous approval by members.
- RWB Alberts discussed poor health of WB John Hooker. Motion was made by Keith Miller to retire the dues of John and Cindy Hooker. 2nd by President Mike Haslage. Unanimous approval of motion by members.
- Patches received by newly petitioned members discussed. Motion made by President Mike that new members will receive full patch set after one full year of membership. Only the flag and Masonic emblem on the front of vest will be received initially. New member must also follow the by-laws for meeting attendance (Article 6, section 2). Paul Hamilton will be grand fathered in and be able to receive full patch set. WB Burton 2nd the motion. Unanimous vote to pass by members.
- President Mike stated that our Christmas Party will be held on December 28, 2019 at the Brew Pot in Wakeman at 6:00 pm. Please have discussions for 2020 Christmas Party. Discussion also held on clam bake for possibly Nov. 2nd. Emails to follow.
Minutes submitted by: Eric T. Robson
Minutes approved by:
Widows Sons-Overseers ChapterMeeting Minutes7-7-19
Minutes submitted by: Eric T. Robson
Minutes approved by:
- Call to order
- Roll call
- Approval of minutes from last meeting
- Open issues
- Treasurer’s report given by Treasurer B. Robson. Current balance is $12,994.48 (Including Rally money collected). Treasurer feels good on Rally money collected so far.
- New business
- Liquor/Beer purchase discussed. Keeping simple. Bulleit, Beam, Jack, Cuervo, Bly, Crown and Crown Apple, Tito’s and mixers. 40 cases of beer split between Bud, Bud Light, Busch and Busch Light.
- Pallet of water donated by White House Artesian Spring (Greg Bause).
- .Hot dogs and burgs for Saturday lunch to be cooked by the Mihalski’s.
- Mike Haslage will be DJ and providing music for the Rally.
- No changes in food preparation/cooking for the Rally. Same responsibilities as discussed before.
- Voted to ride in the annual Wakeman Fireman’s Parade to be held on July 28, 2019. Line-up at 12:30 pm. Ride begins at 1:00 pm.
- Pete Mayer ride is September 7th to benefit the Wounded Warrior organization. Skip and Joanne Kyle are also going to send out information on the Make-A-Wish Foundation event to be held in August.
- Widows Sons coins are $10.00. Previous year coin is $5.00
- Rally Bags will be assembled immediately following lunch at the Haslage home today.
- Reminder of our Poker Run to be held on Saturday July 13th in conjunction with the Lorain Historical Society.
- Closing Prayer and Adjournment.
Minutes submitted by: Eric T. Robson
Minutes approved by:
May 11 2019 Minutes
Pledge recited
Minutes read, no discussion, all ayes to accept the minutes as submitted
Treasurer had no updates to report
Old Business:
Discussed emailing reminders to members about dues as well as their responsibility to sell whisky wagon and Fin tix for the rally
Discussed suspending any members that have not paid their dues by next meeting on Saturday June 22 2019
Need to contact Rick Boots for the branding ceremony
We have 52 rally sign up so far, we anticipate many brothers will just show up the day of the rally
It was determined that we could not legally raffle off Hooker’s trike, too many hoops to jump through
2019 Election of Officers:
President: Mike Haslage
Vice President: Walt Kyle
Secretary: Eric Robson
Treasurer: Brett Robson
Sergeant at Arms: Brian Barker
Guardian: Keith Miller
Chaplain: John Hooper
Trustees: Jeff Kaple, Ken Webb, Mark Shuster
All Ayes, vote stands
New Business:
Next meeting is on Saturday June 22 at Eric Robsons house. Afterwards, we are riding to Delaware Ohio for the Craftsmen Chapter fundraiser.
VP Skip is donating a pallet of water for the rally
Prez Haslage said to get out to fellow chapter rides and support!
No other business to discuss, motion to adjourn-Don Alberts, 2nd- Eric Robson, all ayes, adjourned by new Prez Haslage.
April 14 2019 Meeting Minutes
Pledge Recited
Present: Lon, Ralph, Brett, Brian, Eric, Mike (Companion), Don, Hoop, Mark (Companion), Jeff K, Hooker (Companion), Walt (Companion), George, Ken, Steve, Gil, Dave (Companion)
Recap of previous meeting minutes
Treasurer report: KOA has cashed our check for the Rally, Half of Rental is Paid, Key Bank balance $6,320, PayPal $ 2,891.91
2019 Dues: Deadline is May 11th meeting
June Rides: June 8th and June 15th are some Chapter Rides, get out to the state site for details and participate
Overseers Rides: Trustees were asked to come up with some ideas and report back at May 11th meeting
Mansfield Old Reformatory: July 15th, huge rally and bands. Jeff Kaple has info
Rally Discussion:
Bar – need volunteers to work it
Food – Dave and Summer volunteered to make potato salad / Shaun is providing macaroni salad
Campsites – there are lots available. So far, 9 hookups remain and 10 tent sites remain. 42 tickets have been sold
April 28th there will be a ride out to see the KOA campgrounds. Meet at 9:30am at gas station in Wakeman on 20. From there will be riding for breakfast to Better Half Diner located at 1115 W. Washington St. in Sandusky. After that, head to campgrounds
Don Alberts let us know that Hooker will be selling his trike and hanging up his riding boots. Asked if there was interest in selling 300 tix at $100 each to sell the trike. Discussion was held and research of the legalities needs done first. Eric motioned, Jeff seconded, all ayes. Hooker was then nominated to be placed in retired status. No objections and all ayes.
May 11th (Saturday) @ 1pm – meeting to vote in officers: President, VP, Secretary, Treasurer and SOA.
Candidates are as follows:
Mike H – President; Walt – VP; Brett – Treasurer; Eric – SOA; Keith – Guardian of Membership; Hooper – Chaplain. Brian does not want to seek reelection as Secretary. New Secretary candidates needed.
Vote to amend Article V Section 1 Elections to Overseers by laws: beginning in 2019, election of officers will take place in November before chapter goes dark. Thereby making the officers terms a normal calendar year. Vote taken, all ayes, no objections.
3-17-19 Meeting Minutes
Present: Lon, Ralph, Brett, Brian, James, Mark (Companion), Dave (Companion), Walt (Companion), Mike (Companion), Keith, Ken, Gil, Steve, Mat
Pledge recited
Old minutes approved
Topic: Rally
Update on set up: There will be a 20 ft trailer, 40x60 ft tent, 25 tables
Whiskey Wagon and Fin Feather Fur tickets: each member get 4 wagon tickets and 2 Fin tickets minimum to sell or pay for
Walt is collecting the booze and has provided the wagon – please get your alcohol donations to Walt as soon as possible
Steve and Gil will provide Security
Keith has mapped out some rides for Saturday
Burgers and Hot Dogs will be served on Friday night from 5-8pm
Saturday and Sunday morning will have breakfasts provided
Reservation updates from Ralph: 4 tents booked, 6 hook up sites booked
Treasurer report: $5970 bank balance, $1995 in rally deposits, ending balance $7,902
Motion made and approved to reimburse Ralph for tickets and website fees totaling $ 84.90
Next meeting is Sunday April 14th at 1pm at Brett Robsons office
Motion to adjourn, all ayes
02-17-2019 Meeting Minutes
Pledge recited
Roll Call: Lon, Ralph, Brett, Brian, Keith, Steve, Mike (Companion), Walt (Companion), Mark (Companion), John H, Dave (Companion), SHAUN
Topic: 2019 State Rally
Rally will be held at KOA in Sandusky Ohio (more info and registration on our website) / Deposit has been paid and Contract has been signed.
Rally Pins will be Burgandy in color – we are ordering 200
A brief discussion was held about lodging and general campsite layouts, hook ups, etc.
Sub Committees are:
Eric and Scott – Tents, tables, ice, generators and fuel
Lon, Ralph and Hoop – Saturday Dinner – we will be cooking the meal ourselves, Lon will get chicken (BBQ), Hoop is getting corn, Ralph will assist with either a potato or macaroni salad and Ralph will order the tickets as well.
Mike – has designed the shirt and will be in charge of shirt orders
Keith and Brett – Vendors – they will line up patch vendor, stickers/decals vendor and any other vendors they feel will be good for our rally.
Branding – Saturday at dusk – Lon, Ralph and Keith are coordinating. We need participants. Mike and Walt will play a role, more members needed to help.
Fundraiser – we decided on a “little red wagon” filled with booze raffle and a Fin Feather Fur certificate raffle for Shooting/Hunting/Fishing/Camping equipment
• Booze raffle will be $5 a ticket
• Fin raffle will be $10 a ticket
Winners will be announced at Saturday’s Dinner.
Registration Table will need bodies there at all times, we have Sean, Dave, Summer, Brian, Ralph, Hoop and Lon so far…more are needed to help and fill in for an hour or two at a time.
Next Meeting is at Brett’s office on Sunday March 17th at 1pm…try to attend as we continue our planning and see how we are progressing with Rally preparation.
Meeting adjourned – motion by Ralph, seconded by Brett, all ayes
Minutes
Overseers Meeting 11-18-18
Present: Ralph Bentley, Lon Burton, John Hooker (and companion), Mark Schuster (and companion), Walt Kyle (and companion), Mike Haslage (and companion), James Webb, Jeff Kaple, Don Alberts (and companion), Eric Robson, Keith Miller, Brian Barker
Minutes read
Pledge recited
1. 2019 Rally – discussion of dates and locationHuron County Fairgrounds is the frontrunner. Brett is the primary contact. They have all the buildings/shelters/hook ups/facilities we will need.
KOA in Sandusky is the backup location so far. It is comparable in price and we’ve used that location before.
Motion to pursue Huron County Fairgrounds as primary and KOA as backup made by Eric, seconded by Donnie, brief discussion on possible third site at Erie County Fairgrounds. Eric will be the contact. All ayes.
2. Donnie made motion to give Secretary access to website. Seconded by Brett. All ayes.
3. Change to Article V Section 1 Election of Officers – DiscussionDonnie presented proposal to change election from the month of May to November beginning in 2019. Officers would then have a full calendar year to manage the club from January 1 to December 31, 2020 and beyond. We can make this change, and the Secretary is asked to provide to State Secretary as a courtesy heads up. A special meeting will be held on December 21 2018 to do final reading and vote. Motion made by Donnie, Seconded by Brett, all ayes.
4. Christmas party discussion – Friday December 21 at 6:30pm at Pogies in Amherst (same place as our fun run this past summer)Discussed taking donations at the door. Keith is keeping a head count. We are at 40+ attending already
5. Brett brought up a clam bake at Pogies for a fundraiser in 2019. Possibly as our fun run too. Date proposed for June or September. Further discussion about fundraisers in general and 2Cans…should be continue with 2Cans? General opinion was to stop doing 2Cans.
6. Toys for the Needy – Western ReserveThey wanted to use our non profit status. We can not and will not allow. Instead we passed the hat and collected $190 cash for their cause and gave to Gibson Lodge to distribute.
Next meeting to be on Friday December 21 at beginning of our Christmas Party. Remember to BYOB!
Respectfully submitted – Brian Barker, Secretary
Overseer’s Chapter Meeting Minutes: 9/16/18
Chapter Meeting Called to Order at 10:00am by President Lon Burton
Present: 15 Members (Lon, Ralph, Brett, Brian, Eric, Don, Hooker, Hoop, Mike, Steve, Walt, George, Chuck, Ken, Rick)
Pledge of Allegiance recited
Old Business:
Wakeman and Sandusky parades were represented by Overseers.
Treasurer Brett reported business account balance: $9,032.90. All bills paid.
Discussed the need to order 8 new sets of patches and 4 companion patches.
2 Cans: slow year, we’re still counting our cut of the funds, 2 Cans wants it run by Overseers next year.
Outdoor Raising on 9/15/18 represented by 4-5 Widows Sons.
About 24 Overseers still haven’t paid their dues; Per By Laws, all unpaid are now suspended effective immediately.
Keith Miller, GOM, will be given the names of those suspended to (1) notify them and (2) ask for their patches.
Brett and Brian will be comparing member list with States info and our outstanding’s.
Overseers received Thank You Cards from 3-5-7 and Science Lodge for our support.
New Petitions:
3 new petitions presented. Matt Oullette (full member), Amy Szymkowiak (companion- Don Alberts), Shawna Taylor (companion-Shaun Taylor). Ralph moved to approve, Brett seconded, all ayes.
New Business:
Marietta Ride discussed; Eric proposed possible weekend ride to Cleveland. Brief discussion held and Trustees have been put in charge of planning.
Grand Lodge: October 12 & 13 at Kalahari, collecting ballots. Participation encouraged, good time/good event.
Christmas Party: December 15 2018, 5:00pm Happy Hour, 6:00pm Dinner. Discussion about location and other event ideas. Pogies in Amherst has a hall adjacent to where we had Fun Run. This is the front runner and will be a BYOB situation that the club will provide for. Let Prez or VP know what types of leaded and unleaded beverages we want.
Wooly Bear Festival: Vermilion on 9-23-18. Ely Lodge invited brothers to walk or ride on a float. NO Bikes. Meet at 11:30am, parade starts at 1:30pm.
State Rally:
July 2019, 3rd Weekend: This is the Overseers year to host, locations discussed, KOA was the front runner, Ralph will talk to James Webb and get in touch with KOA management, Sub Committees were outlined: Tents (Eric), Sponsors (Eric and Ralph), Raffles (Eric), Food & Beverage (Hooper), DJ & Entertainment & T Shirts (Haslage). Brothers are asked to help with one or more committees if possible.
With no further items to discuss, President made the motion to adjourn, Seconded by VP Ralph Bentley, motion passed.
Respectfully: Brian Barker, Secretary
Pledge recited
Minutes read, no discussion, all ayes to accept the minutes as submitted
Treasurer had no updates to report
Old Business:
Discussed emailing reminders to members about dues as well as their responsibility to sell whisky wagon and Fin tix for the rally
Discussed suspending any members that have not paid their dues by next meeting on Saturday June 22 2019
Need to contact Rick Boots for the branding ceremony
We have 52 rally sign up so far, we anticipate many brothers will just show up the day of the rally
It was determined that we could not legally raffle off Hooker’s trike, too many hoops to jump through
2019 Election of Officers:
President: Mike Haslage
Vice President: Walt Kyle
Secretary: Eric Robson
Treasurer: Brett Robson
Sergeant at Arms: Brian Barker
Guardian: Keith Miller
Chaplain: John Hooper
Trustees: Jeff Kaple, Ken Webb, Mark Shuster
All Ayes, vote stands
New Business:
Next meeting is on Saturday June 22 at Eric Robsons house. Afterwards, we are riding to Delaware Ohio for the Craftsmen Chapter fundraiser.
VP Skip is donating a pallet of water for the rally
Prez Haslage said to get out to fellow chapter rides and support!
No other business to discuss, motion to adjourn-Don Alberts, 2nd- Eric Robson, all ayes, adjourned by new Prez Haslage.
April 14 2019 Meeting Minutes
Pledge Recited
Present: Lon, Ralph, Brett, Brian, Eric, Mike (Companion), Don, Hoop, Mark (Companion), Jeff K, Hooker (Companion), Walt (Companion), George, Ken, Steve, Gil, Dave (Companion)
Recap of previous meeting minutes
Treasurer report: KOA has cashed our check for the Rally, Half of Rental is Paid, Key Bank balance $6,320, PayPal $ 2,891.91
2019 Dues: Deadline is May 11th meeting
June Rides: June 8th and June 15th are some Chapter Rides, get out to the state site for details and participate
Overseers Rides: Trustees were asked to come up with some ideas and report back at May 11th meeting
Mansfield Old Reformatory: July 15th, huge rally and bands. Jeff Kaple has info
Rally Discussion:
Bar – need volunteers to work it
Food – Dave and Summer volunteered to make potato salad / Shaun is providing macaroni salad
Campsites – there are lots available. So far, 9 hookups remain and 10 tent sites remain. 42 tickets have been sold
April 28th there will be a ride out to see the KOA campgrounds. Meet at 9:30am at gas station in Wakeman on 20. From there will be riding for breakfast to Better Half Diner located at 1115 W. Washington St. in Sandusky. After that, head to campgrounds
Don Alberts let us know that Hooker will be selling his trike and hanging up his riding boots. Asked if there was interest in selling 300 tix at $100 each to sell the trike. Discussion was held and research of the legalities needs done first. Eric motioned, Jeff seconded, all ayes. Hooker was then nominated to be placed in retired status. No objections and all ayes.
May 11th (Saturday) @ 1pm – meeting to vote in officers: President, VP, Secretary, Treasurer and SOA.
Candidates are as follows:
Mike H – President; Walt – VP; Brett – Treasurer; Eric – SOA; Keith – Guardian of Membership; Hooper – Chaplain. Brian does not want to seek reelection as Secretary. New Secretary candidates needed.
Vote to amend Article V Section 1 Elections to Overseers by laws: beginning in 2019, election of officers will take place in November before chapter goes dark. Thereby making the officers terms a normal calendar year. Vote taken, all ayes, no objections.
3-17-19 Meeting Minutes
Present: Lon, Ralph, Brett, Brian, James, Mark (Companion), Dave (Companion), Walt (Companion), Mike (Companion), Keith, Ken, Gil, Steve, Mat
Pledge recited
Old minutes approved
Topic: Rally
Update on set up: There will be a 20 ft trailer, 40x60 ft tent, 25 tables
Whiskey Wagon and Fin Feather Fur tickets: each member get 4 wagon tickets and 2 Fin tickets minimum to sell or pay for
Walt is collecting the booze and has provided the wagon – please get your alcohol donations to Walt as soon as possible
Steve and Gil will provide Security
Keith has mapped out some rides for Saturday
Burgers and Hot Dogs will be served on Friday night from 5-8pm
Saturday and Sunday morning will have breakfasts provided
Reservation updates from Ralph: 4 tents booked, 6 hook up sites booked
Treasurer report: $5970 bank balance, $1995 in rally deposits, ending balance $7,902
Motion made and approved to reimburse Ralph for tickets and website fees totaling $ 84.90
Next meeting is Sunday April 14th at 1pm at Brett Robsons office
Motion to adjourn, all ayes
02-17-2019 Meeting Minutes
Pledge recited
Roll Call: Lon, Ralph, Brett, Brian, Keith, Steve, Mike (Companion), Walt (Companion), Mark (Companion), John H, Dave (Companion), SHAUN
Topic: 2019 State Rally
Rally will be held at KOA in Sandusky Ohio (more info and registration on our website) / Deposit has been paid and Contract has been signed.
Rally Pins will be Burgandy in color – we are ordering 200
A brief discussion was held about lodging and general campsite layouts, hook ups, etc.
Sub Committees are:
Eric and Scott – Tents, tables, ice, generators and fuel
Lon, Ralph and Hoop – Saturday Dinner – we will be cooking the meal ourselves, Lon will get chicken (BBQ), Hoop is getting corn, Ralph will assist with either a potato or macaroni salad and Ralph will order the tickets as well.
Mike – has designed the shirt and will be in charge of shirt orders
Keith and Brett – Vendors – they will line up patch vendor, stickers/decals vendor and any other vendors they feel will be good for our rally.
Branding – Saturday at dusk – Lon, Ralph and Keith are coordinating. We need participants. Mike and Walt will play a role, more members needed to help.
Fundraiser – we decided on a “little red wagon” filled with booze raffle and a Fin Feather Fur certificate raffle for Shooting/Hunting/Fishing/Camping equipment
• Booze raffle will be $5 a ticket
• Fin raffle will be $10 a ticket
Winners will be announced at Saturday’s Dinner.
Registration Table will need bodies there at all times, we have Sean, Dave, Summer, Brian, Ralph, Hoop and Lon so far…more are needed to help and fill in for an hour or two at a time.
Next Meeting is at Brett’s office on Sunday March 17th at 1pm…try to attend as we continue our planning and see how we are progressing with Rally preparation.
Meeting adjourned – motion by Ralph, seconded by Brett, all ayes
Minutes
Overseers Meeting 11-18-18
Present: Ralph Bentley, Lon Burton, John Hooker (and companion), Mark Schuster (and companion), Walt Kyle (and companion), Mike Haslage (and companion), James Webb, Jeff Kaple, Don Alberts (and companion), Eric Robson, Keith Miller, Brian Barker
Minutes read
Pledge recited
1. 2019 Rally – discussion of dates and locationHuron County Fairgrounds is the frontrunner. Brett is the primary contact. They have all the buildings/shelters/hook ups/facilities we will need.
KOA in Sandusky is the backup location so far. It is comparable in price and we’ve used that location before.
Motion to pursue Huron County Fairgrounds as primary and KOA as backup made by Eric, seconded by Donnie, brief discussion on possible third site at Erie County Fairgrounds. Eric will be the contact. All ayes.
2. Donnie made motion to give Secretary access to website. Seconded by Brett. All ayes.
3. Change to Article V Section 1 Election of Officers – DiscussionDonnie presented proposal to change election from the month of May to November beginning in 2019. Officers would then have a full calendar year to manage the club from January 1 to December 31, 2020 and beyond. We can make this change, and the Secretary is asked to provide to State Secretary as a courtesy heads up. A special meeting will be held on December 21 2018 to do final reading and vote. Motion made by Donnie, Seconded by Brett, all ayes.
4. Christmas party discussion – Friday December 21 at 6:30pm at Pogies in Amherst (same place as our fun run this past summer)Discussed taking donations at the door. Keith is keeping a head count. We are at 40+ attending already
5. Brett brought up a clam bake at Pogies for a fundraiser in 2019. Possibly as our fun run too. Date proposed for June or September. Further discussion about fundraisers in general and 2Cans…should be continue with 2Cans? General opinion was to stop doing 2Cans.
6. Toys for the Needy – Western ReserveThey wanted to use our non profit status. We can not and will not allow. Instead we passed the hat and collected $190 cash for their cause and gave to Gibson Lodge to distribute.
Next meeting to be on Friday December 21 at beginning of our Christmas Party. Remember to BYOB!
Respectfully submitted – Brian Barker, Secretary
Overseer’s Chapter Meeting Minutes: 9/16/18
Chapter Meeting Called to Order at 10:00am by President Lon Burton
Present: 15 Members (Lon, Ralph, Brett, Brian, Eric, Don, Hooker, Hoop, Mike, Steve, Walt, George, Chuck, Ken, Rick)
Pledge of Allegiance recited
Old Business:
Wakeman and Sandusky parades were represented by Overseers.
Treasurer Brett reported business account balance: $9,032.90. All bills paid.
Discussed the need to order 8 new sets of patches and 4 companion patches.
2 Cans: slow year, we’re still counting our cut of the funds, 2 Cans wants it run by Overseers next year.
Outdoor Raising on 9/15/18 represented by 4-5 Widows Sons.
About 24 Overseers still haven’t paid their dues; Per By Laws, all unpaid are now suspended effective immediately.
Keith Miller, GOM, will be given the names of those suspended to (1) notify them and (2) ask for their patches.
Brett and Brian will be comparing member list with States info and our outstanding’s.
Overseers received Thank You Cards from 3-5-7 and Science Lodge for our support.
New Petitions:
3 new petitions presented. Matt Oullette (full member), Amy Szymkowiak (companion- Don Alberts), Shawna Taylor (companion-Shaun Taylor). Ralph moved to approve, Brett seconded, all ayes.
New Business:
Marietta Ride discussed; Eric proposed possible weekend ride to Cleveland. Brief discussion held and Trustees have been put in charge of planning.
Grand Lodge: October 12 & 13 at Kalahari, collecting ballots. Participation encouraged, good time/good event.
Christmas Party: December 15 2018, 5:00pm Happy Hour, 6:00pm Dinner. Discussion about location and other event ideas. Pogies in Amherst has a hall adjacent to where we had Fun Run. This is the front runner and will be a BYOB situation that the club will provide for. Let Prez or VP know what types of leaded and unleaded beverages we want.
Wooly Bear Festival: Vermilion on 9-23-18. Ely Lodge invited brothers to walk or ride on a float. NO Bikes. Meet at 11:30am, parade starts at 1:30pm.
State Rally:
July 2019, 3rd Weekend: This is the Overseers year to host, locations discussed, KOA was the front runner, Ralph will talk to James Webb and get in touch with KOA management, Sub Committees were outlined: Tents (Eric), Sponsors (Eric and Ralph), Raffles (Eric), Food & Beverage (Hooper), DJ & Entertainment & T Shirts (Haslage). Brothers are asked to help with one or more committees if possible.
With no further items to discuss, President made the motion to adjourn, Seconded by VP Ralph Bentley, motion passed.
Respectfully: Brian Barker, Secretary
Wakeman Firemans Parade 7/29/19
Overseers gathered behind the Firehouse along with all other parade entries. It was HOT and lil flying bugs wouldnt leave anyone alone. But there we were, next to all the Corvettes.
We had a pretty good showing of Brothers and Companions that rode in the parade. I ll try and name everyone, but if I omit someone its just the fact I don t remember things like I used too. So here goes;
Lon & Chrissy Burton, Brett & Eric Robson, Dave & Summer Michalski, Kenny Webb, Mike & (soon to be) Karen Haslage, Skip and his Lady, John Hooker, James Webb, Mark Shuster and lady, Shaun Taylor and Lady, Steve Logan, and myself.
The parade went well and we received kind words from the parade announcer. Candy was thrown to the children on the parade route. After reaching the Wakeman Eagles Club we headed North on Rt 60 to Vermilion and gathered at the Pit restaurant. Had a great meal and fellowship.
On another note; two upcoming events are Two Cans and. the Outdoor Raising. PLEASE contact our President Lon Burton or V.P. Ralph Bentley and advise of your participation in these two events.
State Rally next year is ours, contact them on your ideas and a place to hold the event.
GET INVOLVED Brothers, this is our club.
Respectfully,
Don Alberts
Former Secretary
Overseers gathered behind the Firehouse along with all other parade entries. It was HOT and lil flying bugs wouldnt leave anyone alone. But there we were, next to all the Corvettes.
We had a pretty good showing of Brothers and Companions that rode in the parade. I ll try and name everyone, but if I omit someone its just the fact I don t remember things like I used too. So here goes;
Lon & Chrissy Burton, Brett & Eric Robson, Dave & Summer Michalski, Kenny Webb, Mike & (soon to be) Karen Haslage, Skip and his Lady, John Hooker, James Webb, Mark Shuster and lady, Shaun Taylor and Lady, Steve Logan, and myself.
The parade went well and we received kind words from the parade announcer. Candy was thrown to the children on the parade route. After reaching the Wakeman Eagles Club we headed North on Rt 60 to Vermilion and gathered at the Pit restaurant. Had a great meal and fellowship.
On another note; two upcoming events are Two Cans and. the Outdoor Raising. PLEASE contact our President Lon Burton or V.P. Ralph Bentley and advise of your participation in these two events.
State Rally next year is ours, contact them on your ideas and a place to hold the event.
GET INVOLVED Brothers, this is our club.
Respectfully,
Don Alberts
Former Secretary
2018 Widows Sons State Rally 07/19 - 21st
The following Brothers attend the State Rally held in Springfield sponsored by Solomons Sevens;
Lon , Ralph & Janet, John & Cindy Hooker, Mike H., Keith & Chris Miller, Skip, Don
Pretty low attendance this year as the weather was lousy.
I don t believe any of us camped out as the rain was steady. On Saturday the rain broke and the bike games were held. The patch lady was there and stayed busy for two days. A tattoo artist was there also on Saturday and had lots of Brothers getting Tats. Most of the time was spent in conversation with Brothers from other Chapters. There was a great sound system trailer playing great tunes the entire time along with a live Band on Friday evening. Beer wagon with two dollar beers and mixed drinks. Of course there was the big Saturday night dinner with an auction of items that followed dinner. Then the Branding and vest burning for fallen Brothers. A wine tasting event for the ladies, while Branding was going on.
Although it was a wet weekend everyone had fun. Next year our Chapter hosts the event once again. So please contact Lon or Ralph with your ideas on a location to hold it.
Keith & Chris celebrated their 5th wedding anniversary .
Respectfully Submitted,
Don Alberts
Former Secretary
The following Brothers attend the State Rally held in Springfield sponsored by Solomons Sevens;
Lon , Ralph & Janet, John & Cindy Hooker, Mike H., Keith & Chris Miller, Skip, Don
Pretty low attendance this year as the weather was lousy.
I don t believe any of us camped out as the rain was steady. On Saturday the rain broke and the bike games were held. The patch lady was there and stayed busy for two days. A tattoo artist was there also on Saturday and had lots of Brothers getting Tats. Most of the time was spent in conversation with Brothers from other Chapters. There was a great sound system trailer playing great tunes the entire time along with a live Band on Friday evening. Beer wagon with two dollar beers and mixed drinks. Of course there was the big Saturday night dinner with an auction of items that followed dinner. Then the Branding and vest burning for fallen Brothers. A wine tasting event for the ladies, while Branding was going on.
Although it was a wet weekend everyone had fun. Next year our Chapter hosts the event once again. So please contact Lon or Ralph with your ideas on a location to hold it.
Keith & Chris celebrated their 5th wedding anniversary .
Respectfully Submitted,
Don Alberts
Former Secretary
Overseers Ride to Masonic Home Day
On 06/10/18 the following Brethren met at the Wildcat Cafe in New London.
Lon, Ralph, Eric, Brett, Mike, Keith, Steve & Don
A nice breakfast was had and we departed for Springfield Ohio. It was overcast with rain threatening but we made the ride there without getting wet.
Upon arrival we all ate food from the numerous vendors. The Officers then went to the OGC meeting.
While there was supposed to be a parade the event was cancelled due to approaching storms.
President Lon called for boots and saddles as the rain slowly started. We all geared up in rain gear and departed the Masonic home. we traveled Rt 4 instead of the interstate and it was an enjoyable ride. We only rode in a light mist and that was't for very long. Managed to beat the rain home.
Don Alberts
Former Secretary
On 06/10/18 the following Brethren met at the Wildcat Cafe in New London.
Lon, Ralph, Eric, Brett, Mike, Keith, Steve & Don
A nice breakfast was had and we departed for Springfield Ohio. It was overcast with rain threatening but we made the ride there without getting wet.
Upon arrival we all ate food from the numerous vendors. The Officers then went to the OGC meeting.
While there was supposed to be a parade the event was cancelled due to approaching storms.
President Lon called for boots and saddles as the rain slowly started. We all geared up in rain gear and departed the Masonic home. we traveled Rt 4 instead of the interstate and it was an enjoyable ride. We only rode in a light mist and that was't for very long. Managed to beat the rain home.
Don Alberts
Former Secretary
Widows Sons MRA
Overseer’s Chapter Meeting Minutes: 05/19/18
Chapter Meeting Called to Order at 10:15 am by President Lon Burton
Present: 6 Members (Lon, Ralph, Brett, Eric, Don, Brian)
Prayer given / Pledge of Allegiance recited
Old Business:
Treasurer Brett Robson discussed our chapter’s 509c3 designation as nonprofit. Specifically our tax-exempt status. Discussion also regarding our need to file form 990 each year.
President Lon Burton reiterated our dress code, and the need to remove patches that are inappropriate.
New Business:
President discussed the need to acquire white polo shirts to be worn by Overseers during official business, parades and other functions. Eric Robson will order demo shirts for the 6 members present today.
President presented 3 new Widows Sons Chapter petitions. Existing chapters are asked to vote on the names and give overall approval of the new chapters. The chapters and votes were:
13th district – Twisted Travelers. Overseers voted to approve the chapter but voted against the name as the term Twisted is not consistent with our association
15th district – Brothers Keepers. Overseers voted to approve the chapter and name.
24th district – Pillars of Strength. Overseers voted to approve the chapter and name.
The Wakeman Parade is on July 29. Sign ups at 1pm. VP Ralph Bentley to put info on the website.
Sublime Principles fundraiser – poker run on August 18th in Wadsworth
Euclids Problem - Pathway for Freedom on Memorial Day weekend. Overseers voted to donate $35 for a flag in our name since most members couldn’t make it during Memorial Day.
Masonic Home days – VP Ralph to post more info on our website. Kickstands up early that morning due to the long ride and start time.
State Rally:
July 19-21 at Fireman’s Campground. It is a bare bones camping site. More info to be posted on our website or go to the states site.
New Petitions:
2 new petitions presented. Due to low member turnout, By Laws needed reviewed to confirm there was a quorum. After determining a quorum consists of 5 full members, President presented the following:
George Shimpano
Charles Ward
Both paid and Dan Brake signed their petitions. Brett moved to approve, Ralph seconded, all ayes.
With no further items to discuss, President made the motion to adjurn, Seconded by VP Ralph Bentley, motion passed.
Respectfully submitted: Brian Barker, Secretary
Overseer’s Chapter Meeting Minutes: 05/19/18
Chapter Meeting Called to Order at 10:15 am by President Lon Burton
Present: 6 Members (Lon, Ralph, Brett, Eric, Don, Brian)
Prayer given / Pledge of Allegiance recited
Old Business:
Treasurer Brett Robson discussed our chapter’s 509c3 designation as nonprofit. Specifically our tax-exempt status. Discussion also regarding our need to file form 990 each year.
President Lon Burton reiterated our dress code, and the need to remove patches that are inappropriate.
New Business:
President discussed the need to acquire white polo shirts to be worn by Overseers during official business, parades and other functions. Eric Robson will order demo shirts for the 6 members present today.
President presented 3 new Widows Sons Chapter petitions. Existing chapters are asked to vote on the names and give overall approval of the new chapters. The chapters and votes were:
13th district – Twisted Travelers. Overseers voted to approve the chapter but voted against the name as the term Twisted is not consistent with our association
15th district – Brothers Keepers. Overseers voted to approve the chapter and name.
24th district – Pillars of Strength. Overseers voted to approve the chapter and name.
The Wakeman Parade is on July 29. Sign ups at 1pm. VP Ralph Bentley to put info on the website.
Sublime Principles fundraiser – poker run on August 18th in Wadsworth
Euclids Problem - Pathway for Freedom on Memorial Day weekend. Overseers voted to donate $35 for a flag in our name since most members couldn’t make it during Memorial Day.
Masonic Home days – VP Ralph to post more info on our website. Kickstands up early that morning due to the long ride and start time.
State Rally:
July 19-21 at Fireman’s Campground. It is a bare bones camping site. More info to be posted on our website or go to the states site.
New Petitions:
2 new petitions presented. Due to low member turnout, By Laws needed reviewed to confirm there was a quorum. After determining a quorum consists of 5 full members, President presented the following:
George Shimpano
Charles Ward
Both paid and Dan Brake signed their petitions. Brett moved to approve, Ralph seconded, all ayes.
With no further items to discuss, President made the motion to adjurn, Seconded by VP Ralph Bentley, motion passed.
Respectfully submitted: Brian Barker, Secretary
Widows Sons MRA
Overseer’s Chapter Meeting Minutes: 04/15/18
Chapter Meeting Called to Order at 1:00pm by President Lon Burton
Present: 21 Members and 4 Companions
Brother John Hooper gave prayer
Pledge of Allegiance was recited
Roll Call of 2017 Officers taken: Present were; Lon Burton, Ralph Bentley, Brett Robson, Mike Haslage, John Hooper, Keith Miller, Walt Kyle, Jeff Kaple and Don Alberts
Old Business:
Treasurer Brett Robson reminded the Chapter of our ability to accept payments online. A brief discussion was held and brief Question/Answer session was conducted.
President Lon Burton reiterated our dress code, specifically the acceptable versus unacceptable patches that may be worn on our Chapter vests. Vulgar images or verbiage is considered unacceptable along with anything considered racially degrading.
New Business:
None
Report of Committees:
None
2018 Charity:
President Lon Burton and Vice President Ralph Bentley called for a discussion and ultimate decision for our 2018 charity. After brief discussion by all in attendance, the Salvation Army was chosen as the Overseer’s Chapter 2018 charity.
2018 Fun Run:
President Lon Burton and Vice President Ralph Bentley called for continuing discussion on the date and location for our Chapter Fun Run. Pogies BBQ in Amherst Ohio was revisited. After discussions by all in attendance, Pogies was chosen for our Fun Run to be held on July 7, 2018. Additional suggestions on destination ride(s) during the Fun Run were requested; suggestions are expected to be presented at our next meeting in May 2018.
Fundraising:
2 Cans Tiki Bar is still on our fundraising agenda for August 31-September 3, 2018. Even though weather didn’t cooperate in 2017, it was still a successful event. The Chapter hopes that the weather will be better than last year and that more brothers help out than in the past. VP Ralph Bentley will remain in contact with 2 Cans to make sure we can participate this year. A brief discussion ensued and no other suggestions were made for a different fundraiser.
New Petitions:
None
Election of Officers:
2018 Election of Officers was conducted; the results of the elections are as follows:
President: Lon Burton
Vice President: Ralph Bentley
Secretary: Brian Barker
Treasurer: Brett Robson
Sergeant at Arms: Mike Haslage
Guardian of Membership: Keith Miller
Chaplain: John Hooper
Trustee: Ken Webb
Trustee: Walt Kyle
Trustee: Jeff Kaple
With no further items to discuss, President Lon Burton made the motion to adjurn, Seconded by VP Ralph Bentley, motion passed.
A potluck meal followed the meeting; all had a great time and ate their fill.
Respectfully submitted: Brian Barker, Secretary
Overseer’s Chapter Meeting Minutes: 04/15/18
Chapter Meeting Called to Order at 1:00pm by President Lon Burton
Present: 21 Members and 4 Companions
Brother John Hooper gave prayer
Pledge of Allegiance was recited
Roll Call of 2017 Officers taken: Present were; Lon Burton, Ralph Bentley, Brett Robson, Mike Haslage, John Hooper, Keith Miller, Walt Kyle, Jeff Kaple and Don Alberts
Old Business:
Treasurer Brett Robson reminded the Chapter of our ability to accept payments online. A brief discussion was held and brief Question/Answer session was conducted.
President Lon Burton reiterated our dress code, specifically the acceptable versus unacceptable patches that may be worn on our Chapter vests. Vulgar images or verbiage is considered unacceptable along with anything considered racially degrading.
New Business:
None
Report of Committees:
None
2018 Charity:
President Lon Burton and Vice President Ralph Bentley called for a discussion and ultimate decision for our 2018 charity. After brief discussion by all in attendance, the Salvation Army was chosen as the Overseer’s Chapter 2018 charity.
2018 Fun Run:
President Lon Burton and Vice President Ralph Bentley called for continuing discussion on the date and location for our Chapter Fun Run. Pogies BBQ in Amherst Ohio was revisited. After discussions by all in attendance, Pogies was chosen for our Fun Run to be held on July 7, 2018. Additional suggestions on destination ride(s) during the Fun Run were requested; suggestions are expected to be presented at our next meeting in May 2018.
Fundraising:
2 Cans Tiki Bar is still on our fundraising agenda for August 31-September 3, 2018. Even though weather didn’t cooperate in 2017, it was still a successful event. The Chapter hopes that the weather will be better than last year and that more brothers help out than in the past. VP Ralph Bentley will remain in contact with 2 Cans to make sure we can participate this year. A brief discussion ensued and no other suggestions were made for a different fundraiser.
New Petitions:
None
Election of Officers:
2018 Election of Officers was conducted; the results of the elections are as follows:
President: Lon Burton
Vice President: Ralph Bentley
Secretary: Brian Barker
Treasurer: Brett Robson
Sergeant at Arms: Mike Haslage
Guardian of Membership: Keith Miller
Chaplain: John Hooper
Trustee: Ken Webb
Trustee: Walt Kyle
Trustee: Jeff Kaple
With no further items to discuss, President Lon Burton made the motion to adjurn, Seconded by VP Ralph Bentley, motion passed.
A potluck meal followed the meeting; all had a great time and ate their fill.
Respectfully submitted: Brian Barker, Secretary
