​The Maplewood Grange #662 general January/February Meeting was called to order on February 16, 2025 at 2:02pm  (with upstairs stations) by Master/President, Dan Keeley with the “Opening of the Grange” ritual.
 
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
 
ROLL CALL  (Secretary):  Members present:  9                     (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
Dan Keeley, JoAnn Keeley, Roberta Elders, Vicki Pounds, Betty Chipps, Mindy Ferris, Troy Bayless, Christine Grimm and Sharon  Boucher..
 
Visitation:  none                 Guest(s):  none  :                           
 
Members acting Pro-Temp:  
Overseer, JoAnn Keeley and Gatekeeper, Dan Keeley
 
PROPOSALS for MEMBERSHIP  (Dan Keeley) – Christine Grimm and Sharon Boucher were accepted as new members at our December 22, 2024 meeting.
 
WELCOME CEREMONY (Dan Keeley) – All members gathered in a circle at the Altar and Master Dan Keeley gave the welcoming:   “It is indeed a pleasure to welcome our new members: Christine Grimm and Sharon Boucher to the Maplewood Grange.  Each received a membership packet.
 
MINUTES  (Secretary, Betty Chipps): 

January 26, 2025 Grange Meeting was CANCELLED as date conflicts with Oregon Square Dance Festival occurring that same weekend and our greater membership belongs to both.

The December 22, 2024 Grange Meeting Minutes were emailed to members on 2/08/24.


Troy Bayless moved to accept the December 22, 2024 Minutes as presented,  JoAnn Keeley seconded.  Master Dan Keeley asked if there was discussion, hearing none, motion carried VSO (Voting Sign of the Order).
 
 
SECRETARY’S REPORT  (Betty Chipps):  none
 
COMMUNICATIONS  (Betty Chipps, Secretary) 
 
Provided to Master Dan Keeley:  February 2025 correspondence from District 4 requests:
Fill out the enclosed questionnaire, and return by February 26, 2025  
Also noted:  The April issue of the OSG Bulletin will feature a picture (provided) and a paragraph about each Grange in the District.
 
2025 Oregon State Grange Convention: June 20-26, 2025 at Corbett E.S., hosted by District #4.
 
 
COMMITTEE REPORTS
HALL REPORT  (Dan Keeley) – 5 party rentals scheduled with a couple others expressing interest. Chaps and Zumba still have long term contracts.  Vicki noted she has money on 4 party rentals - Dan advised the 5th party has money pending.


HALL PROJECTS - in priority order  (Dan Keeley)
Couple of dining room benches getting wobbly
Remove old meter base and patch roof
Insulate crawl space under bathrooms (1/2 done)
Northeast side roof needs additional screws
Repainting under eaves of hall
Kitchen counters need refinished - not formica
Kitchen needs exhaust hood and fan
Kitchen and dining hall floors need refinished
 
AGRICULTURE  (Dan Keeley) – none


AUDIT COMMITTEE REPORT  (Betty Chipps, Mindy Ferriss and Dan Keeley)
On February 11, 2025 the Audit met at Maplewood Grange to review the Columbia Bank Account from December 31, 2023 through December 31, 2024. 
We noted no Audit was conducted since 12/31/22, thus the 2023 year was ‘unaudited’.
 
Master, Dan Keeley conducted a thorough review of Rental Contracts signed compared to Book rental deposits, security deposits, refunded sec.deposits and retained funds.  Differences noted were in format or unidentified details - to be discussed with Treasurer.
 
Mindy Ferris and Betty Chipps performed the monthly review of Bank transactions compared to Book Transaction journal.  Each month, GL Book agreed to Bank after outstanding transactions were reconciled.  Monthly, bank support detail was provided (accompanied Bank Stmts) and reviewed to answer questions. 
End of year Book $16,461.51 agreed to Bank Statement (12/31/2024) after outstanding items were deducted, however one check #2405 is not believed to be outstanding - to be discussed with Treasurer. 
 
Vicki Pounds, Treasurer, provided three (3) different transaction journals for the Audit: 

1. “By Month” Transaction (General Ledger Journal) - transaction splits (detail) not shown
2. “Splits shown” by Month Transactions 12/1/2023 - 12/31/2024
3. “By GL Category” for the entire year.

Vicki provided further details to Dan re:Security deposits received, retained and refunded.
Vicki asked if the additional Transaction journal #2 and #3 were useful?  YES, very time saving!
 
 
COMMUNITY SERVICE (JoAnn Keeley)

National Grange Project Sustenance addresses food security and promotes personal sustainability (across rural and small-town America) by empowering grange members to contribute toward community goals to achieve resilience.
 
Troy asked if there was any interest in food-connection drives or assisting those of low income?
Troy offered the following information:

• Immanuel Lutheran Church in Woodburn serves every Wednesday night.
• Christ Lutheran Church, in Aurora, provides “Backpack Buddies” which bridge weekend hunger in children.  Contact Barb Bannister (sp)
• North Marion Adult Center each Wednesday serves lunch at  Immanuel Lutheran Church.
  
  

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EDUCATION  (Dan Keeley)  

U.S. House fails to reauthorize 20-year-old bipartisan bill to fund rural schools, communities
Schools in 30 of Oregon’s 36 counties — and schools in other Western states — will receive less federal funding in 2025 after the U.S. House of Representatives failed to reauthorize a 24-year-old bill that typically pays up to $80 million a year for schools and roads in Oregon along with wildfire prevention and conservation work. Read more
 
LEGISLATIVE  (Dan Keeley)  
SB 747, put forward by a Senator Khanh Pham (D- SE Portland), would require every landowner in the state with more than 200 acres of irrigated agricultural land to register and annually report fertilizer use, with a goal of having the Oregon Department of Agriculture “identify persons who are overapplying fertilizer” and impose civil penalties for violations.  Farm groups are opposing.
 
MEMBERSHIP (Dan Keeley) – current $50/person dues paid annually may be increasing to $60.Memberships at the OSG Convention, June 20-26, 2025 hosted in Corbett.
POMONA GRANGE  (Dan Keeley)  –  District #4, which Maplewood is a part of, has asked for help in preparing and serving meals at the OSG Convention in June.  Maplewood has volunteered to serve on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Corbett Elementary School.
SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE  (JoAnn Keeley)  – JoAnn will collect Grange Scholarships at Canby and North Marion schools after April 15th.  Initially the Grange Scholarship gave preference to students  pursuing Agricultural or Forestry education.  Students are tested  i.e. FAFSA, etc and one’s abilities (natural talents) are counseled.  JoAnn discovered schools direct Scholarships to the Counselors or College career centers and thus Granges can donate to specific preferences or projects in school  i.e. in-school nutrition, education or gardens, as well.
Grange scholarships in Clackamas County are listed on Pomona website : https://www.grange.org/clackamasor1/home/scholarships-in-clackamas-county/


TREASURER’S REPORT  (Vicki Pounds)
The Treasurer’s Report for the February 16, 2025  Maplewood Grange meeting was emailed 2/13/2025.   The opening balance, as of 12/20/2024 was $15,819.48 and the ending balance on February 13, 2025 was $17,000.10   Report will be ‘filed for Audit.’ 
 
UNFINISHED BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley)
 
1.  Review project estimates for dining hall floor and counters  
    - Buffet Counter (formica with edges)  $  1,500
    - Basement floor, grind and paint         $10,000

Troy wondered why this project would get priority over the Kitchen hood / fan project which has importance for canning, grilling and commercial use?  Dan has spent some time pursuing the hood/fan project by trying to obtain a commercial fan (i.e. via retired Restaurants) and did purchase a fan from a salvaged grange (Russellville Grange, Aug.2024), though it is not commercial size. 
The Grant has a due date of March, and another can be applied for in September.  Thus the needed Kitchen floor materials are readily available for the March Grant,  the floor dips and unevenness presents a liability risk of falling  and the dirty look of the floor is unsightly to renters.
 
OSG Matching Grant Application, due to OSG by March 1, 2025, was completed by Master, Dan Keeley, and provides the details for the above estimates.  After discussion, the details were approved: 
Mindy moved to apply to OSG for Matching Grant Funds, Roberta seconded, motion  carried VSO. .
 
2.  Cookie Exchange Idea (for Easter or next Christmas)?
     Dan relayed the process to bring a dozen (or so) cookies and trade for same quantity, different cookies.  Can package cookies in a zip-lock bag for Easter Baskets. 
Christine Grimm urged ‘no’ to Christmas exchange - too many activities around Christmas. 
Some recipe options could include: 
non-dairy, non-gluten (consider Almond flour), no sugar. real sugar, use of monk-fruit.
Troy moved to plan the Cookie Exchange on Saturday, April 12th at 1:00pm, JoAnn seconded, no further discussion, motion carries VSO;
 
Silverton advertised their cookie exchange on Grange website(s) and Facebook.  Dan will arrange advertising on Grange websites and Facebook and possibly pursue Next Door.
 
3.  Grange apparel – Shirts will be available at the State Grange Convention.  Jackets not.
     Shirts $40, three season jackets $120, fleece $25 on sale; can be monogrammed too.
     Grange is offering to buy apparel for its membership (easy way to incite Grange conversation).
Betty moved for the Grange to purchase shirts and/or fleece jackets, Troy seconded, none opposed, motion carries VSO.
 
4.  Taco themed dinner?   Fundraiser for?
Troy moved to proceed with Taco dinner ideas (aim 1 year), Betty seconded, motion carried VSO.
 
5.  Grange was inspected by our insurance company.  Results not yet known.
 
NEW BUSINESS   (Dan Keeley)

1. BILLS presented to Treasurer – Reimbursement to Dan Keeley:  

Light bulbs                                                    23.98
Food (at Audit Comm. meeting)                14.98
                                                                        TOTAL:       $  38.96
Mindy Ferris moved to pay-the-bills, Troy Bayless seconded, no discussion,
motion carries VSO.

1. Grange Mailbox down – reinstall or not? 
   Outside of the occasional Renter Additional Insured Certificate, there has been nothing important received in the box – collects a lot of advertising and junk mail.  Betty advised the box also leaks.  Dan will check with the US Post Office on postal box cost.   Betty currently receives OSG mail at her address - Change of Address Form needed for mail forwarding.

 

1. Lighting in storage area behind stage  - $50 budget
   Strip lighting behind the stage was deemed safer and a good idea.  Troy moved to purchase strip lighting with LED bulbs, Roberta seconded, motion carried VSO.

 

1. Insurance policy – new exclusion for violations of laws regarding personal information.

Means do NOT send out a person’s personal information without their permission.  Has potential Grange Roster implications too.

1. Meal at Oregon State Convention on June 24:  Need a few volunteers to help with food preparation and serving on June 24th at Corbett Elementary School.

 

1. 2025 Expiring Policies - Resolutions needed to retain (15 Expiring Policies provided)

Existing Grange policies ‘sunset’ or expire ten (10) years after passage.  T
The process for Resolutions to reach Legislation is:

• Subordinate / Community Grange membership approval - that’s Maplewood.
• approval through Clackamas Pomona Grange
• then Resolution must be passed at Oregon State Grange (OSG) at June Convention
• then Lobbyists take to Legislature in Salem

 
LE #___ Legislation Committee Resolution resolved:
The Oregon State Grange will lobby the Legislature and ODOT to require that truck loads
            of friable materials such as straw, hay and paper be covered to prevent said material from
            settling on the road surface.
 
Troy Bayliss suggests amending to include a fire hazard clause.
Christine Grimm suggests a proposed hurdle for offenders.  Dan suggests such a legislative clause would be too detailed and could halt the passing of the Resolution.
           
Troy moved to add a fire hazard clause, Mindy seconded, motion carried VSO.
Membership in favor of forwarding to Clackamas Pomona Grange, motion passed.


MEMBERS SICK OR IN DISTRESS:  none reported
 
GOOD OF THE ORDER:  In the end we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.  (Martin Luther King, Jr.)
 
HEIRLOOM PROGRAM
Hope is the heavenly light that gilds our labors.  Were we deprived of that source of consolation, our life would indeed be dreary. (Fourth Degree, POMONA)
 
NEXT MEETING:  4th Sunday,  March 23, 2026 at  3:30 pm at Maplewood Grange.
 
MEETING ADJOURNED at 3:27 pm, at stations, with the ‘Closing of the Grange’ ritual.
 
                                                            Respectfully submitted,      Betty Chipps, Secretary

​The Maplewood Grange #662 general  Meeting was called to order on December 22, 2024 (downstairs) at 3:40pm  by Master / President, Dan Keeley with the “Opening of the Grange” reading.
 
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
 
ROLL CALL  (Secretary):  Members present:  9                     (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
Dan Keeley, JoAnn Keeley, Roberta Elders, Vicki Pounds, Betty Chipps, Mindy Ferris, Sandy Shew, Troy Bayless and Laura Ellis.         
 
Visitation:  Don Kingsborough, Clackamas POMONA Grange                     
 
Guest(s):  Lezlie Miller, Chaps & Petticoats  :                           
 
Members acting Pro-Temp:  
Overseer, Don Kingsborough and Gatekeeper, Vicki Pounds.
 
PROPOSALS for MEMBERSHIP  (Dan Keeley) –  Christine Grimm and Sharon Boucher.
- Both ladies come to us from the Chaps square dance club and live in the Woodburn area.
 
MINUTES  (Secretary, Betty Chipps):

The December 01, 2024 Grange Meeting Minutes were emailed to members on 12/18/24.
Troy Bayless moved to accept the Minutes, Mindy Ferris seconded, motion carried VSO (voting sign of the Order).
 
SECRETARY’S REPORT  (Betty Chipps): 
The 2024 4th Quarter (financial) Report ended  SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 reflects a total payable, due OSG, of $227 (represents 18 members for $225 + $2 welcome fee for two (2) new memberships:  Christine Grimm and Sharon Boucher. 

The Q4-2024 Quarterly (Dues) Report - status below: 
Grange remits quarterly to OSG an amount of $12.50/per member.


- Dues for 18 total members equates to $225.00, payable to OSG
            Note:  Sheri Chandra withdrew membership by Request: (ending 4thQ 2024 Report)
 
- Three (3) Regular meetings were held in the 4th Quarter 2024
(Membership attendance, each meeting:  OCT 13 = 6, NOV = n/a, DEC 1 = 6, DEC 22 = 9).


- Date Report approved:  12/22/2024
 
- Has your Grange conducted an annual Safety Inspection on your hall?  YES
 
- Be sure to set a date for your annual Audit.
 
Mindy moved to approve the 4th Quarter 2024 Report, JoAnn seconded, motion passed.
 
COMMUNICATIONS  (Betty Chipps, Secretary) 
To do:  Maplewood Grange existing ByLaws be submitted to OSG office.
 
2025 Oregon State Grange Convention: June 20-26, 2025 hosted in Corbett, hosted by Dist.#4.
 
COMMITTEE REPORTS
HALL REPORT  (Dan Keeley) – HALL REPORT:  2 party rentals scheduled (includes Jan.19, 2025 rental).  Chaps and Zumba still have long term contracts. 


HALL PROJECTS - in priority order  (Dan Keeley)
Loose toilet in women’s bathroom - installed ADA (Amer.with Disabilities Act) compliant.
Couple of dining room benches getting wobbly
Remove old meter base and patch roof
Insulate crawl space under bathrooms (1/2 done)
Northeast side roof needs additional screws
Repainting under eaves of hall
Kitchen counters need refinished - not formica
Kitchen needs exhaust hood and fan
Kitchen and dining hall floors need refinished
 
AGRICULTURE  (Dan Keeley) – none


COMMUNITY SERVICE (JoAnn Keeley)  – JoAnn has delivered nearly150 pounds of donated items to Portland Rescue Mission (PRM) and a couple bags to the Veterans Village.
 
Grange scholarships in Clackamas County are listed on Pomona website : https://www.grange.org/clackamasor1/home/scholarships-in-clackamas-county/

Project Sustenance
“I am proposing that each Grange… take part in Project Sustenance,” Hamp said, announcing the launch of a new initiative aimed at addressing food security and promoting personal sustainability. By empowering members to contribute to these goals in their communities, Project Sustenance hopes to enhance personal sustainability for communities across rural and small-town America.
            –  JoAnn will make contact and report.
 
EDUCATION  (Dan Keeley) – Kill the tests or manage the stress?  Opinion | Massachusetts Ballot Question 2 and the Value of Standardized Tests - The New York Times 
(favors exit tests - helps students out by testing early for college or trade school placement).
 
LEGISLATIVE  (Dan Keeley)  – Come Jan. 1, 2025
 Oregon school districts will be allowed to equip their buses with cameras to catch and report drivers who fail to stop.  The new law was informed by Sean Sype, a Wilsonville High School student who told lawmakers he’d seen bad drivers speed around buses, endangering his classmates. Cameras could deter that behavior, Sype argued, and hold bad drivers accountable.
Oregon will become just the fourth state to require tech manufacturers to give consumers and independent repair shops access to the tools, parts and manuals required to repair their gadgets.
Unless a school district has fewer than 50 students, its school board must record video of its public meetings and post those online for people to view. Same goes for the boards of community colleges and public universities. A district that has bad internet access is allowed to upload an audio recording instead.
MEMBERSHIP (Betty Chipps) – Memberships dues (see New Business).
POMONA GRANGE  (Don Kingsborough)  –  Grange Advocacy in Action …awards:

Individual National winner – Dan Keeley
Grange National Winner – Clackamas County POMONA

SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE  (JoAnn Keeley)  – Attended Canby School’s Financial Aid Night - approximately 50 students were present.  The Program was presented in Spanish and English, afterward students visited the different booths.  Maplewood gave away two (2) Scholarship forms.  JoAnn plans to contact FFA teachers at Canby and N.Marion schools.
TREASURER’S REPORT  (Vicki Pounds)
The Treasurer’s Report for the December 22, 2024 Maplewood Grange meeting was emailed 12/19/2024.   The opening balance, as of 11/19/2024 was $16,783.66 and the ending balance on December 19, 2024 was $15,819.48   Report will be ‘filed for Audit.’ 
 
UNFINISHED BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley)
 
Review project estimates for dining hall floor and counters –  No progress yet
 
Grange was inspected by our insurance company.  No results yet.

• Looked at the roof - finding not yet known.
• Quarterly Safety Inspection (reports) in order. 

 
Cookie Exchange - coming up DEC. 17th  at Silverton Grange 5-9pm?      

• Dan, Betty, Roberta and possibly Chiristine are interested in future Cookie Exchange at Maplewood

• Can advertise/publish as a community event. 
• Laura Ellis works with the Chamber of Commerce and can submit our Flyers.
  
  

NEW BUSINESS
Introducing Don Kingsborough, Clackamas POMONA Grange - Community Service Chair. 

The Clackamas POMONA Grange includes 16 Community Granges (including Maplewood Grange). All 16 Granges come together to support the Veterans Village (16575 SE 115th Ave, Clackamas, OR 97015)  through donations of service, food, clothing, bedding, toiletries, and  hygiene supplies.  POMONA partners with Do Good Multnomah who provides 28 temporary housing (tiny homes) and shared community facilities (showers, kitchen, etc) plus care management helping to orient our Veterans back into the community. 

Clarkes Grange prepares dinners once/month and delivers them in insulated containers to the Village.  Redland Grange stocks the Food Bank each Thursday providing the pods with fresh choices. 
 
Warner Grange offers community Breakfast fundraisers each 1st Saturday beginning FEB 1st  at 9am and concert entertainment each 1st Saturday evening to benefit the Veterans Village - see Flyer for times at:  [email protected].
 
Degree DAY:  FEB 23 at Warner Grange  - Granges have your candidates arrive by 1:30pm.
Begins 2:00pm with 1st and 2nd Degrees; break for potluck; followed by 3rd & 4th Degrees ceremony.end approx. 5:00pm.
 
NEW BUSINESS   (Dan Keeley)

1. BILLS presented to Treasurer – Reimbursement to Dan Keeley:  

Light bulbs, glass fixture shade and tool for roof            31.97
            Wax Ring for one Toilet (replaced-upstairs)        13.00
                                                                                    TOTAL:       $  44.97
Betty Chipps moved to pay-the-bills, Troy Bayless seconded, motion carries, VSO

1. Grange Apparel – Anyone interested in a jacket or shirt?  YES
   Dan will check into the options.

 

1. Grange Dues – $45 annually in 2022, 2024 increased to $50/person, and will be increasing in 2025 to $60.

Sandy asked why the increase? 
Dan advised the greatest expense is convention venues are more expensive.  (i.e. June’s Convention at Corbett School approx. $10,000, and Clackamas Fairgrounds at $50,000).
 

1. Taco Dinner:   Could possibly work with the Food Cart next door – He currently offersstreet tacos at $1.50/each (special introduction).  Perhaps add options (refried beans, pickled condiments,etc) and extend as  Community Feed.    Interest shown - Dan will obtain more details.  

 
 
MEMBERS SICK OR IN DISTRESS:  none reported
 
GOOD OF THE ORDER:  The pen is only mightier than the sword if you’re allowed to use the pen.  (Mark Steyn, Canadian author)
 
HEIRLOOM PROGRAM  (no picture available)    


Sharing FEELINGS of COMPASSION.
 
 
NEXT MEETING:  3rd Sunday, February 16, 2024 at  2:00 pm
 
CLOSING:  Meeting adjourned at approx. 4:41pm with the ‘Closing of the Grange’ reading.
 
MEETING - REOPENED at 4:45pm:  Vicki Pounds motioned to reopen the meeting to approve the Slate of Officers on the Ballot, JoAnn seconded, motion carried.  Dan asked if there were any further additions or discussion regarding the Ballot.  Hearing none, Mindy moved and Roberta seconded to accept the Slate of Officers as presented, motion carried, VSO.  Election Results:
 
Master: Dan Keeley [email protected]  503-508-7807
Overseer: ___Don Sether    [email protected] 503-829-2756
Lecturer:__Roberta Elders  [email protected]  503-989-0372
Chaplain:___Troy Bayless    tjbayless64@gmail.com   503-826-7938
Secretary: __Betty Chipps   [email protected]  503-806-5654
Executive Committee __ JoAnn Keeley, Vicki Pounds, Sandy Shew
Agriculture: __Don Sether   (same as Overseer
Community Service: JoAnn Keeley [email protected]   503-633-2838
Education: __Dan Keeley     (same as Master)
GWA: ___Roberta Elders    (same as Lecturer
Legislative: __Dan Keeley    (same as Master)
Membership: __Betty Chipps (same as  Secretary
Veterans: __Sandy Shew     (NO email available)   503-651-2487
Youth: _____Mindy Ferris   [email protected] ________503-683-1182 
Rental Chair: __Dan Keeley (same as Master)
 
 
 
MEETING ADJOURNED at 4:48pm.
 
                                                                        Respectfully submitted,     
                                                                       
Betty Chipps, Secretary

The Maplewood Grange #662 general  Meeting was called to order on December 22, 2024 (downstairs) at 3:40pm  by Master / President, Dan Keeley with the “Opening of the Grange” reading.
 
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
 
ROLL CALL  (Secretary):  Members present:  9                     (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
Dan Keeley, JoAnn Keeley, Roberta Elders, Vicki Pounds, Betty Chipps, Mindy Ferris, Sandy Shew, Troy Bayless and Laura Ellis.         
 
Visitation:  Don Kingsborough, Clackamas POMONA Grange                     
 
Guest(s):  Lezlie Miller, Chaps & Petticoats  :                           
 
Members acting Pro-Temp:  
Overseer, Don Kingsborough and Gatekeeper, Vicki Pounds.
 
PROPOSALS for MEMBERSHIP  (Dan Keeley) –  Christine Grimm and Sharon Boucher.
- Both ladies come to us from the Chaps square dance club and live in the Woodburn area.
 
MINUTES  (Secretary, Betty Chipps):

The December 01, 2024 Grange Meeting Minutes were emailed to members on 12/18/24.
Troy Bayless moved to accept the Minutes, Mindy Ferris seconded, motion carried VSO (voting sign of the Order).
 
SECRETARY’S REPORT  (Betty Chipps): 
The 2024 4th Quarter (financial) Report ended  SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 reflects a total payable, due OSG, of $227 (represents 18 members for $225 + $2 welcome fee for two (2) new memberships:  Christine Grimm and Sharon Boucher. 

The Q4-2024 Quarterly (Dues) Report - status below: 
Grange remits quarterly to OSG an amount of $12.50/per member.


- Dues for 18 total members equates to $225.00, payable to OSG
            Note:  Sheri Chandra withdrew membership by Request: (ending 4thQ 2024 Report)
 
- Three (3) Regular meetings were held in the 4th Quarter 2024
(Membership attendance, each meeting:  OCT 13 = 6, NOV = n/a, DEC 1 = 6, DEC 22 = 9).


- Date Report approved:  12/22/2024
 
- Has your Grange conducted an annual Safety Inspection on your hall?  YES
 
- Be sure to set a date for your annual Audit.
 
Mindy moved to approve the 4th Quarter 2024 Report, JoAnn seconded, motion passed.
 
COMMUNICATIONS  (Betty Chipps, Secretary) 
To do:  Maplewood Grange existing ByLaws be submitted to OSG office.
 
2025 Oregon State Grange Convention: June 20-26, 2025 hosted in Corbett, hosted by Dist.#4.
 
COMMITTEE REPORTS
HALL REPORT  (Dan Keeley) – HALL REPORT:  2 party rentals scheduled (includes Jan.19, 2025 rental).  Chaps and Zumba still have long term contracts. 


HALL PROJECTS - in priority order  (Dan Keeley)
Loose toilet in women’s bathroom - installed ADA (Amer.with Disabilities Act) compliant.
Couple of dining room benches getting wobbly
Remove old meter base and patch roof
Insulate crawl space under bathrooms (1/2 done)
Northeast side roof needs additional screws
Repainting under eaves of hall
Kitchen counters need refinished - not formica
Kitchen needs exhaust hood and fan
Kitchen and dining hall floors need refinished
 
AGRICULTURE  (Dan Keeley) – none


COMMUNITY SERVICE (JoAnn Keeley)  – JoAnn has delivered nearly150 pounds of donated items to Portland Rescue Mission (PRM) and a couple bags to the Veterans Village.
 
Grange scholarships in Clackamas County are listed on Pomona website : https://www.grange.org/clackamasor1/home/scholarships-in-clackamas-county/

Project Sustenance
“I am proposing that each Grange… take part in Project Sustenance,” Hamp said, announcing the launch of a new initiative aimed at addressing food security and promoting personal sustainability. By empowering members to contribute to these goals in their communities, Project Sustenance hopes to enhance personal sustainability for communities across rural and small-town America.
            –  JoAnn will make contact and report.
 
EDUCATION  (Dan Keeley) – Kill the tests or manage the stress?  Opinion | Massachusetts Ballot Question 2 and the Value of Standardized Tests - The New York Times 
(favors exit tests - helps students out by testing early for college or trade school placement).
 
LEGISLATIVE  (Dan Keeley)  – Come Jan. 1, 2025
 Oregon school districts will be allowed to equip their buses with cameras to catch and report drivers who fail to stop.  The new law was informed by Sean Sype, a Wilsonville High School student who told lawmakers he’d seen bad drivers speed around buses, endangering his classmates. Cameras could deter that behavior, Sype argued, and hold bad drivers accountable.
Oregon will become just the fourth state to require tech manufacturers to give consumers and independent repair shops access to the tools, parts and manuals required to repair their gadgets.
Unless a school district has fewer than 50 students, its school board must record video of its public meetings and post those online for people to view. Same goes for the boards of community colleges and public universities. A district that has bad internet access is allowed to upload an audio recording instead.
MEMBERSHIP (Betty Chipps) – Memberships dues (see New Business).
POMONA GRANGE  (Don Kingsborough)  –  Grange Advocacy in Action …awards:

Individual National winner – Dan Keeley
Grange National Winner – Clackamas County POMONA

SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE  (JoAnn Keeley)  – Attended Canby School’s Financial Aid Night - approximately 50 students were present.  The Program was presented in Spanish and English, afterward students visited the different booths.  Maplewood gave away two (2) Scholarship forms.  JoAnn plans to contact FFA teachers at Canby and N.Marion schools.
TREASURER’S REPORT  (Vicki Pounds)
The Treasurer’s Report for the December 22, 2024 Maplewood Grange meeting was emailed 12/19/2024.   The opening balance, as of 11/19/2024 was $16,783.66 and the ending balance on December 19, 2024 was $15,819.48   Report will be ‘filed for Audit.’ 
 
UNFINISHED BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley)
 
Review project estimates for dining hall floor and counters –  No progress yet
 
Grange was inspected by our insurance company.  No results yet.

• Looked at the roof - finding not yet known.
• Quarterly Safety Inspection (reports) in order. 

 
Cookie Exchange - coming up DEC. 17th  at Silverton Grange 5-9pm?      

• Dan, Betty, Roberta and possibly Chiristine are interested in future Cookie Exchange at Maplewood

• Can advertise/publish as a community event. 
• Laura Ellis works with the Chamber of Commerce and can submit our Flyers.
  
  

NEW BUSINESS
Introducing Don Kingsborough, Clackamas POMONA Grange - Community Service Chair. 

The Clackamas POMONA Grange includes 16 Community Granges (including Maplewood Grange). All 16 Granges come together to support the Veterans Village (16575 SE 115th Ave, Clackamas, OR 97015)  through donations of service, food, clothing, bedding, toiletries, and  hygiene supplies.  POMONA partners with Do Good Multnomah who provides 28 temporary housing (tiny homes) and shared community facilities (showers, kitchen, etc) plus care management helping to orient our Veterans back into the community. 

Clarkes Grange prepares dinners once/month and delivers them in insulated containers to the Village.  Redland Grange stocks the Food Bank each Thursday providing the pods with fresh choices. 
 
Warner Grange offers community Breakfast fundraisers each 1st Saturday beginning FEB 1st  at 9am and concert entertainment each 1st Saturday evening to benefit the Veterans Village - see Flyer for times at:  [email protected].
 
Degree DAY:  FEB 23 at Warner Grange  - Granges have your candidates arrive by 1:30pm.
Begins 2:00pm with 1st and 2nd Degrees; break for potluck; followed by 3rd & 4th Degrees ceremony.end approx. 5:00pm.
 
NEW BUSINESS   (Dan Keeley)

1. BILLS presented to Treasurer – Reimbursement to Dan Keeley:  

Light bulbs, glass fixture shade and tool for roof            31.97
            Wax Ring for one Toilet (replaced-upstairs)        13.00
                                                                                    TOTAL:       $  44.97
Betty Chipps moved to pay-the-bills, Troy Bayless seconded, motion carries, VSO

1. Grange Apparel – Anyone interested in a jacket or shirt?  YES
   Dan will check into the options.

 

1. Grange Dues – $45 annually in 2022, 2024 increased to $50/person, and will be increasing in 2025 to $60.

Sandy asked why the increase? 
Dan advised the greatest expense is convention venues are more expensive.  (i.e. June’s Convention at Corbett School approx. $10,000, and Clackamas Fairgrounds at $50,000).
 

1. Taco Dinner:   Could possibly work with the Food Cart next door – He currently offersstreet tacos at $1.50/each (special introduction).  Perhaps add options (refried beans, pickled condiments,etc) and extend as  Community Feed.    Interest shown - Dan will obtain more details.  

 
 
MEMBERS SICK OR IN DISTRESS:  none reported
 
GOOD OF THE ORDER:  The pen is only mightier than the sword if you’re allowed to use the pen.  (Mark Steyn, Canadian author)
 
HEIRLOOM PROGRAM  (no picture available)    


Sharing FEELINGS of COMPASSION.
 
 
NEXT MEETING:  3rd Sunday, February 16, 2024 at  2:00 pm
 
CLOSING:  Meeting adjourned at approx. 4:41pm with the ‘Closing of the Grange’ reading.
 
MEETING - REOPENED at 4:45pm:  Vicki Pounds motioned to reopen the meeting to approve the Slate of Officers on the Ballot, JoAnn seconded, motion carried.  Dan asked if there were any further additions or discussion regarding the Ballot.  Hearing none, Mindy moved and Roberta seconded to accept the Slate of Officers as presented, motion carried, VSO.  Election Results:
 
Master: Dan Keeley [email protected]  503-508-7807
Overseer: ___Don Sether    [email protected] 503-829-2756
Lecturer:__Roberta Elders  [email protected]  503-989-0372
Chaplain:___Troy Bayless    tjbayless64@gmail.com   503-826-7938
Secretary: __Betty Chipps   [email protected]  503-806-5654
Executive Committee __ JoAnn Keeley, Vickie Pounds, Sandy Shew
Agriculture: __Don Sether   (same as Overseer
Community Service: JoAnn Keeley [email protected]   503-633-2838
Education: __Dan Keeley     (same as Master)
GWA: ___Roberta Elders    (same as Lecturer
Legislative: __Dan Keeley    (same as Master)
Membership: __Betty Chipps (same as  Secretary
Veterans: __Sandy Shew     (NO email available)   503-651-2487
Youth: _____Mindy Ferris   [email protected] ________503-683-1182 
Rental Chair: __Dan Keeley (same as Master)
 
 
 
MEETING ADJOURNED at 4:48pm.
 
                                                                        Respectfully submitted,     
                                                                       
Betty Chipps, Secretary

The Maplewood Grange #662 general  Meeting was called to order (downstairs) at 3:38pm  by Master / President, Dan Keeley with the “Opening of the Grange” reading.
 
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
 
ROLL CALL  (Secretary):  Members present:  6         (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
Dan Keeley, JoAnn Keeley, Don Sether, Vicki Pounds, Mindy Ferris, and Betty Chipps.   
 
Visitation:  none                                                    
 
Members acting Pro-Temp:  
JoAnn Keeley:  Chaplain & Steward,  Don Sether: Gatekeeper.
 
PROPOSALS for MEMBERSHIP  (Dan Keeley) – none


MINUTES  (Secretary, Betty Chipps):
The October 27, 2024 Grange Meeting Minutes were emailed to members today, 12/1/24. 
 
COMMUNICATIONS  (Betty Chipps, Secretary)
 
Correction to 10/27/24 Minutes  (t/w Steve Kroeker 11/29/24):  under Good-of-the-Order, Suzy Ramm paragraph:  Chip-Matters Program should read Ship-Mates Program (as in MemberShip).  Program is a National Grange fundraiser selling T-Shirts and Hoodies (sweatshirts).
 
 
COMMITTEE REPORTS
HALL REPORT  (Dan Keeley) – 4 party rentals scheduled (one gratis - Dec.13, Erin Kooda:  Christmas program … security dep. waived, insurance received). 
Chaps and Zumba still have long term contracts.
 
HALL PROJECTS - in priority order  (Dan Keeley)
Loose toilet in women’s bathroom - purchased, not yet installed.
Couple of dining room benches getting wobbly
Remove old meter base and patch roof
Insulate crawl space under bathrooms (1/2 done)
Northeast side roof needs additional screws
Repainting under eaves of hall
Kitchen counters need refinished - not formica
Kitchen needs exhaust hood and fan
Kitchen and dining hall floors need refinished
 
AGRICULTURE  (Dan Keeley) – Lots of information being generated and debated regarding glyphosate herbicide. Three links to summaries below. 

• Questions about persistence in soil appears to be a glaring omission in the questions addressed.
  
  

Tsui study was the only data I could find that addresses chelation.(treatment for removal of  toxic build-up).  Salmon chart was interesting as it appears to show current policy on salmon recovery is having more success than commonly advertised but with a recent downturn, possibly due to changes in ocean conditions.
Glyphosate (Roundup): Understanding Risks to Human Health
 
Glyphosate | US EPA 
 
Tsui, M. T. 60. K.; Chu, L. M. Environmental fate and non-target impact of glyphosate-based herbicide (Roundup) in a subtropical wetland. Chemosphere 2008, 71, 439-446.  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18155747/
 
According to the University of Washington’s Columbia River Data Access in Real Time (DART) website, a record 755,000 adult sockeye passed Bonneville Dam – a record in the 86 years that dam has operated.  Chinook and Coho didn’t do as well, accounting for the downturn in total numbers.



For a pro hydropower/agriculture podcast check out Dam! ( subscribe )  episode 47 is about “Sagebrush Sailors” and barging on Marine “Highway M84”.

 
Dan also briefed that Bird Flu was reported at Willamette Egg Farms in Canby and Molino,
- egg supply short and sick cows-milk diverted.
 
 
EDUCATION  (Dan Keeley) – Kill the tests or manage the stress?   Opinion | Massachusetts Ballot Question 2 and the Value of Standardized Tests - The New York Times
 

• Possibly place some in Trade schools and in College.

 
COMMUNITY SERVICE  (JoAnn Keeley)
Will gather and deliver donated items to Portland Rescue Mission and Veterans Village.

Reaching Rural Surgical Seniors
For Granges that haven’t yet participated in the RRSS program, now is the perfect time to get involved! The program’s website provides pre- and post-surgery guides, event flyers, presentations, social media ads, and more. “This is Grangers helping Grangers and their communities,” says National Grange Project Lead Joan C. Smith, encouraging Granges to embrace this impactful work.

• JoAnn indicated a ‘slideshow’ mailing with handouts on “how to navigate the system” is available.  JoAnn will check with senior centers - confirm their awareness.
  
  

Project Sustenance
“I am proposing that each Grange… take part in Project Sustenance,” Hamp said, announcing the launch of a new initiative aimed at addressing food security and promoting personal sustainability. By empowering members to contribute to these goals in their communities, Project Sustenance hopes to enhance personal sustainability for communities across rural and small-town America.

• Betty will find out more regarding involvement in community projects.
  
  

 
LEGISLATIVE  (Dan Keeley)
Type
Title
Description
 

LRCA
Measure 115
Allow the Legislature to impeach elected state executives
Passed

LRCA
Measure 116
Establish the Independent Public Service Compensation Commission to determine certain public officials' salaries
Failed

LRSS
Measure 117
Establish ranked-choice voting (RCV) for federal and some state offices in Oregon
Failed

CISS
Measure 118
Require Oregon issue payments to residents from increased corporate taxes.
Failed

CISS
Measure 119
Require cannabis businesses to submit to the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission a signed labor peace agreement between the business and a labor organization with its licensure or renewal application
Passed

 
 
MEMBERSHIP (Betty Chipps) – Memberships dues, $50/each, will renew in January 2025.

SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE  (JoAnn Keeley) – Applications have been placed in North Marion and Canby schools.  Canby’s Scholarship Night is December 16 - JoAnn will attend.
One Scholarship will be offered for $1,500.  JoAnn noted that scholarship applications are often offered electronically these days. She is working on a fillable application form in .pdf format.  Will  post the application form on Maplewood’s and Clackamas County Pomona’s website.

TREASURER’S REPORT  (Vicki Pounds)
The Treasurer’s Report for the November/December 2024 Maplewood Grange meeting was emailed 11/29/2024.   The opening balance, as of 10/25/2024 was $15,860.93 and the ending balance on November 29, 2024 was $16,783.66   Report will be ‘filed for Audit.’ 
 
UNFINISHED BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley)
 

1. Do we want to apply for another Grant from State Grange in 2025? 
   For what project?  Discussed - lots of projects in the Kitchen, ideal for remodel::
   - Cement floor (downstairs): never looks clean- kitchen & dining hall needs refinished

- Dan has homeowner Hood…kitchen needs exhaust hood and fan, possibly move duct work (though not up to code) would help renter, Mt. Hood Farms, canning needs
- kitchen cabinets painted latex over oil finish - need sanded & repainted
  (Mindy suggested possibly use citrus to remove paint)
- kitchen serving counter multiple painted layers, needs resurfaced
- dining hall:  some benches wobbly, need repairs


Proposed Kitchen Remodel would be good use of Grant Funds.
Dan will research the possibilities and report.

1. Anyone want to do a holiday outing this year?  Interest was slim.  No decision.
   
   

Mindy is driving bus from Silverton ES, MS and HS to Oregon Gardens Resort throughout  December (excluding Christmas eve and Christmas day) from 5:00-9:00 PM.
 
 
NEW BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley)

1. BILLS presented to Treasurer – Reimbursement to Dan Keeley:  

ADA Toilet (women’s restroom)     $258.44    
                                                TOTAL:                     $258.44
 
Discussion - Dan directed question to Don Sether: with no quorum - status on bill payment?
Don confirmed the Executive Committee decision - necessary bills get paid, new project expenses need quorum or must be pre-approved before payment..
Betty Chipps moved to pay-the-bill, JoAnn Keeley seconded, motion carries, VSO
 

1. Outdoor Light– A large LED light was available at a retirement auction - obtained. Cost is $100 installed.    Do we want to light the backyard?   Yes, good suggestion,
   
   

Discussion - Light could be connected to Grange via electrical timer, OR connected to manual light switch out-front OR installed for lighting via back yard detected motion? 
Don Sether moved  to pay-the-bill and activate via light switch out-front (for now),  Betty Chipps seconded, motion carries, VSO
 
 

1. Grange is being inspected (12/4/24) by our Country Financial insurance company.  Inspector says he will be looking for safety issues, structural issues and code violations.  I expect our roof won’t pass.   I have read the industry is attempting to identify their higher risk policies and cancel them.  Some states are having policies cancelled wholesale, Florida being the biggest example.

 

1. Maplewood Grange was awarded First Place by National Grange for political involvement  (i.e. publicized. Measure 117 via TV).

 

1. Silverton Grange is having a cookie exchange December 17th, 5-8PM. 
   201 Division St., Silverton.   Worth doing?  No interest expressed.
   
   
2. OSG Membership Roster (due January 15, 2025):  Use current slated Officers and inquire of others their interest, if not regularly attending.

 
 
MEMBERS SICK OR IN DISTRESS:  none reported
 
GOOD OF THE ORDER:  Wrong does not cease to be wrong because the majority share in it.  (Leo Tolstoy, Russian author)
 
I can’t be a pessimist, because I am alive.  To be a pessimist means that you have agreed that human life is an academic matter.  (James Baldwin, American author)
 
 
HEIRLOOM PROGRAM  (picture:  the holding of hands)   


PATRONS, CARRY WITH YOU A FEELING OF COMPASSION FOR THOSE WHO STRIVE TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE.
(Installation ceremony:  Installation Officer)
 
NEXT MEETING:  4th Sunday, JANUARY 26, 2024 at  3:30 pm …later changed to:
            next meeting:  Sunday, DECEMBER 22, 2024 at  3:30 pm 
            - due to election of Officers & OSG Roster deadline of January 15, 2025
 
CLOSING:  Meeting adjourned at approx. 4:42 PM..
                                                                                   
Respectfully, 
                                                                       
Betty Chipps, Secretary
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Secretary COMMUNICATIONS  (Betty Chipps)           DECEMBER 01, 2024  Meeting
 
 
1stQ-2024 OSG Report asked: Subordinate Granges please send a copy of your By-Laws to OSG.
11/29/14 called OSG and asked:  Did Maplewood comply with this request?
Answer:  talked with Steve Kroeker did not know - Suzy Ramm & President were busy.  L/M for Suzy - no call back.  Suggestion - send another copy.
 
 
>>> NATIONAL GRANGE, Washington D.C. <<<
 

• (member) “Ship-Mates program is a National Grange fundraiser - developed for Grange by a California company.  see October Bulletin:  Denim shirts, T-Shirts & Hoodies  S-XL $30/ea.

 
 
>>> OREGON STATE GRANGE <<<
 

• OSG Holiday “Open House” Flyer - join us December 8, 2024 from  2 -4 PM
  for fellowship and refreshments.

 
Correspondence dated October 17th from OSG President, Sonny Hays-Eberts:

• OSG Subordinate Grange Roster Information (after installation of Officer) due by JAN. 15, 2025

 
 
>>> Clackamas POMONA GRANGE <<<
 
POMONA Meeting:  Redland Grange , Saturday, JANUARY 25, 2025  time:  9:30 am Meeting, 12 Noon - Lunch $5, 1:00 pm Lecturer’s Program
 
 
>>>Clackamas SUBORDINATE  GRANGES <<<

• Abernethy Grange-Spring FIBER sale:  March 15, 2025  time: 10am - 4pm
• Beavercreek Grange – each 1st SAT:  Breakfast served 8-11am  (Oct.2024 through June 2025)
• Beavercreek Tree Lighting Celebration:  DEC 7th at 7:00pm

• Redland Grange -Christmas Bazaar:   December 7, 2024  9am - 3pm
• Redland Grange - Farmer’s Market:  first & third SUNDAY 10am - 3pm 
• Sandy Grange offers (last SUNDAY of the month) Breakfast 8 - 11 am  … confirm
• Sandy Grange 1st & 3rd Fridays, dinner 6-6;30pm ($5 chicken bake & dessert),
  BINGO 7pm

• Springwater Grange - each 1st SAT:  All-you-can-eat Breakfast  7-11 AM  
  (Oct. 2024  - May 2025)

​The Maplewood Grange #662 general  Meeting was called to order (downstairs) at 3:45 pm  by Master / President, Dan Keeley.  The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
 
ROLL CALL  (Secretary):  Members present:  6         (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
Dan Keeley, JoAnn Keeley, Roberta Elders, Vicki Pounds, Sandy Chew, and Betty Chipps.        
 
Visitation:  none                                                     Members acting Pro-Temp:  N/A
 
PROPOSALS for MEMBERSHIP  (Dan Keeley) – none


MINUTES  (Secretary, Betty Chipps): The September 22, 2024 Grange Meeting Minutes were placed on the Grange website, read/summarized by the Secretary, and were available to members and visitors from Clackamas Pomona Grange.  
 
COMMUNICATIONS  (Betty Chipps, Secretary)
 
3rd Qtr Report to OSG due 10/31
Fidelity Bond Form & payment due Nov.15.  (Confirm who is covered, limits)
Audit Committee:    notes/recommendations:
   - :  cannot include check signers on committee.
   -    Bank statements to be reconciled monthly by non-signer.
 
Fidelity bond coverage limit of $25,000 - $75 premium same as last year:

• presented to Treasurer, Vicki, for $75 check and mailing..

 
COMMITTEE REPORTS
HALL REPORT  (Dan Keeley) – 7 party rentals scheduled (one gratis).  Noted the 7 rentals included:  Nov. 2, mini horses; contracts Dec. 7th; one deposit pending for Christmas party contract signed this AM and one other pending signature.  Chaps and Zumba still have long term contracts.
 
HALL PROJECTS - in priority order  (Dan Keeley)
Loose toilet in women’s bathroom - flange may be rusted.
Couple of dining room benches getting wobbly
Remove old meter base and patch roof
Insulate crawl space under bathrooms (1/2 done)
Northeast side roof needs additional screws
Kitchen counters need refinished
Kitchen needs exhaust hood and fan
Repainting under eaves of hall
Kitchen and dining hall floors need refinished
 
Lawn sprinkler tractor has been repaired and is stored under the stairs with the hoses and weed sprayer.
 
Water leak found in museum around sliding door.  Dan wonders if there is a ground squirrel that has chewed through the line or a repair issue with the pipe (possibly has filled with sand).  Certainly will need fixed though repair costs unknown - Dan suggests to handle future repair issues, a budget could be established for normal maintenance.
 
Oregon State Grange has asked for a bit of help looking after Fairfield grange hall since its closure.  Dan will be looking in on it periodically.  Anyone seeing abuse or damage please let Dan know.
 
AGRICULTURE  (Dan Keeley) – Harvest is really over!  Our nut crop was very good.  Industry wide the crop was above average but not a record.  Prices are also up a bit, edging into the profitable range.  This is important because many other major crops remain unprofitable or barely profitable.  Ag industry is also on edge due to tariffs proposed by both major political parties.  Republican party proposals are higher and thus more alarming but both sides seem intent on damaging Ag exports.
From news reports it appears that insanity will prevail in eliminating glyphosate (roundup) as an herbicide despite the lack of any significant evidence it impacts human health.  Multiple studies show no correlation between legal use of roundup or its generics and incidence of any sort of cancer.

COMMUNITY SERVICE  (JoAnn Keeley)  – Bring in  winter clothing, blankets for donation to Portland Rescue Mission and Veterans Village - can use toiletries and hygiene items too.
 
EDUCATION  (Dan Keeley) – A major push is emerging to require more civics instruction, at least in public schools (i.e. constitution review, legislative and election education). 
It appears this may be one issue that both sides of the political spectrum can agree on.  Devil is in the details of course.  Other subjects showing some signs of bipartisan agreement are technical education and college credit classes in high school.  Saint Paul School District for example is building a new technical/industrial education building.  We will see whether the budget will allow its operation long term.
 
LEGISLATIVE  (Dan Keeley) –  Small number of measures but important issues on the ballot in November.  I will open the floor to any who want to discuss the measures. 
The following is a repeat from September for those just getting around to investigating the measures.
Type
Title
Description

 
 
 

LRCA
Measure 115
Allow the Legislature to impeach elected state executives

LRCA
Measure 116
Establish the Independent Public Service Compensation Commission to determine certain public officials' salaries

LRSS
Measure 117
Establish ranked-choice voting (RCV) for federal and some state offices in Oregon

CISS
Measure 118
Require Oregon issue payments to residents from increased corporate taxes.

CISS
Measure 119
Require cannabis businesses to submit to the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission a signed labor peace agreement between the business and a labor organization with its licensure or renewal application

I researched a few complaints about my favorite, ranked choice voting (RCV), that have cropped up online. 
First is why the legislature exempted themselves from the use of RCV in the measure.  Turns out the county clerks association requested that less competitive races be exempted.  Legislative races are often less competitive and were duly removed from the measure.  Idea was to ease into the new system instead of jumping in all at once. 
 
Second is the cost of the new system.  The states that have implemented RCV have seen up front costs in the one million dollar neighborhood, exclusive of educational and promotional efforts.  In Oregon that would amount to around 50 cents per voter.  In addition there will be some costs associated with the longer ballots.  Estimates I have seen for that are in the 30 cent range.
 
Another is complexity.  Counting is indeed more complex, but is handled by computer. Some argue it is less secure due to the need to process statewide votes at one location.  Others argue it is more secure due to tighter security at the state level and the difficulty of hacking into a more complex program without leaving evidence.  Researching more than one candidate and then deciding who you like for second or third place is also more work, but it is optional.  Voters can continue to vote their first choice and have the same input on the election they have always had.  Actually filling out the ballot is no more complicated than a multiple choice test back in the school days.  I hope most voters can handle that.
 
 
SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE  (JoAnn Keeley) – There were no applicants this year under the Agriculture and/or Forestry programs.  More discussion needed on who should receive - we have to talk with Counselors - get them to circulate.  In Molalla, if no one applies for the designated Scholarship then the field is open to anyone who requested another scholarship (according to Pam Furlan).  
 
Betty volunteered to talk with North Marion counselors.

TREASURER’S REPORT  (Vicki Pounds)
The Treasurer’s Report for the October 2024 Maplewood Grange meeting was emailed 10/24/2024.   The opening balance, as of 9/20/2024 was $$13,805.51 and the ending balance on October 24, 2024 was $15,860.93   Report will be ‘filed for Audit.’ 
 
UNFINISHED BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley) - Troy Bayless will continue his membership in 2025.
 
NEW BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley)

1. BILLS presented to Treasurer – Reimbursement to Dan Keeley:

Parts for lawn sprinkler                   $  3.59
Garbage bags                                     10.99
Light string  (upstairs)                        10.98
2 light strings (LED)                            21.96
Paper products (towels & TP.)       157.77    
                                                TOTAL:          $205.29
 
Vicki Pounds moved to pay-the-bills, JoAnn Keeley seconded, - no discussion, motion carries, VSO
 

1. Loose Toilet - women’s bathroom  (Dan Keeley) – replace with ADA compliant one?  Around $250

Roberta Elders moved to replace toilet for around $250, Sandy Shew seconded, motion carries, VSO.
 

1. Do we want to apply for another Grant from State Grange?  If so, for what project?
   - eligible in 2025, Dan will research the possibilities.
   discussed:  Eaves are unsightly but underside not in weather; 
   Floor (downstairs):  never looks clean.

 

1. Anyone want to do a holiday outing this year?  Interest was shown, Dan will talk with Sheri Chandra and Troy Bayless.

 
MEMBERS SICK OR IN DISTRESS:  none reported
 
GOOD OF THE ORDER:  The underlying essence of science is questioning.  Ask an impertinent question and you are on your way to a pertinent answer.  (Jacob Bronowski, Mathematician and philosopher)
 
(member) “Ship-Mates program is a National Grange fundraiser - developed for Grange by Calif. company.  see October Bulletin:  Denim shirts, T-Shirts & Hoodies  S-XL $30/ea.
 
HEIRLOOM PROGRAM  (pictured a waving red, white and blue FLAG) 
WE DESIRE A PROPER EQUALITY and FAIRNESS; PROTECTION FOR THE WEAK; RESTRAINT UPON THE STRONG; IN SHORT, JUSTLY DISTRIBUTED POWER.  THESE ARE AMERICAN IDEALS, THE VERY ESSENCE OF AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE, AND TO ADVOCATE THE CONTRARY IS UNWORTHY OF THE SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF OUR REPUBLIC.
(Grange Declaration of Purposes)
 
NEXT MEETING:  chose Sunday, DECEMBER 1, 2024 at  3:30 pm  (NO November mtg)
 
CLOSING:  Meeting adjourned at approx. 4:43 PM..
                                                                                   
Respectfully, 
                                                                       
Betty Chipps, Secretary

​ 

1. OSG seeks Committee Members (Dan Keeley) – OSG looking for various committee members.  I will take Legislative position unless someone else wants it.  Others: Deaf awareness, Community service, Education, GWA, Juniors, Lecturer, Membership, Veterans, and Youth.
   
   
2. BEAVERCREEK GRANGE – Kim Schettig announced each 1st SATURDAY. Breakfast is served 8-11am  beginning October (thru June 2025).

 
Pomona Master, Joyce Parker announced:

1. September 28th – POMONA Dinner / Meeting at WARNER Grange

6 PM - Dinner  $10,
7 PM  - Lecturer Program  (Dessert Auction ), 7:30 PM - 5th Degree Conferral

1. SPRINGWATER Gr. each 1st SAT:  All-you-can-eat Breakfast  7-11 AM  (Oct-May)
2. OCTOBER 28th  – POMONA regular Meeting at SPRINGWATER Grange
   9:30 AM Start, NOON - Lunch $5
   1:00  Lecturer’s Program & Election of POMONA Officers (also Pumpkin Contest).
   
   
3. Don Sether announced: 
    POMONA Vistation at Molalla Grange - OCT 16, Potluck 6 PM, 7 PM Meeing.

 
MEMBERS SICK OR IN DISTRESS:  none reported
 
GOOD OF THE ORDER:  Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.  (T. S. Eliot)
 
Suzy Ramm  promoted the Chip-Matters Program (look to OSG’s October Bulletin).  T-shirts and Sweat Shirts orders available in many colors:  Green, Tan, Gray, Maroon, etc.
 
Suzy also directed our awareness to a Willamette Valley- Dundee area business using the Grange name and the on-going legal efforts to protect our Grange interests.
.
Land Use History - Dan Keeley shared a video on SB100 (1973) Oregon’ Land Use System and the origin of 1000 Friends of Oregon  (1974).   Henry Richmond and then Governor Tom McCall  originated bill to establish / manage urban-sprawl boundaries
 
Don Sether spent a day at Channel 2 News - in 1979 Gov. McCall was siill doing commentaries - he really cared.
 
HEIRLOOM PROGRAM  (pictured K-classroom and Teacher & 2 children , at a round table.) 
IT IS DELIGHTFUL TO ACQUIRE KNOWLEDGE, AND MUCH MORE SO TO DIFFUSE IT.  (3rd Degree:  Lecturer)
 
NEXT MEETING:  Sunday, OCTOBER 27, 2024 at  3:30 pm  
 
CLOSING:  Meeting adjourned at approx. 3:23 PM with “Closing of the Grange” ritual.
 
                                                                                    Respectfully,
           
                                                                                    Betty Chipps, Secretary

​Maplewood Grange 
Regular Monthly Minutes  8/25/24
Meeting started at 3:40pm
Members present:  Dan & JoAnn Keeley, Roberta Elders, Mindy Ferris, Sandy Shew, Vicki Pounds
No visitors
Minutes from 7/28/24:  Secretary absent so no minutes were available
Committee Reports:
Hall: Dan Keeley
4 folding tables, 2 residential exhaust hoods & 2 bathroom sinks were salvaged from Russelville Grange Hall which was being vacated
Upcoming Rentals: 3 scheduled
Sprinkler was damaged by vandals and so far Dan hasn’t been able to fix it
Agriculture: None at this time
Education:  Dan Keeley
                School is starting so be aware
Legislative: None at this time
Communty Service:  JoAnn Keeley
                Odd Fellows Cemetery needs mowed, a couple of dead trees removed and fencing fixed
                Scheduled a work day for September 11 @ 10am
                JoAnn will contact Tadd Lewis(property owner) about our plans.
Communications:  Secretary was absent so no news
Treasurer’s Report:  Vicki Pounds
                Bills presented by Dan Keeley - $194.82
Unfinished Business:
                Promotional booth – Dan staffed a booth at the Hubbard Hop Festival and handed out information at the Clackamas County Fair.  He reported that it was well received by attendees and was able to educate the public about Grange.
                Pomona visitation at our next meeting on September 22nd – Eat at 1pm with the meeting to follow at approximately 2pm.  The meeting will need to be over by 4:00 so the hall can be made ready for square dancing lessons.  Troy will not be able to help with the dinner.  Roberta volunteered to bring Costo lasagna and garlic bread. She will bake it the day before and then warm it in the oven at Maplewood for  the lunch.   JoAnn will bring a gluten free lasagna, cucumber slices and tomatoes.  Mindy  will bring salad from the Chef Store.  Everyone will bring a dessert to share.
                Mindy will leave the grass we use for the County Fair booth in the furnace room at Maplewood
                Roberta worked at the State Fair Grange Log Cabin today.  She said all work shifts have been filled.
New Business: None
Members Sick or Distressed:  It was suggested that Betty, as secretary, send Don Sether and Sheri Chandra each a ‘Miss You/Hope you are doing okay’ card since they have had some health problems.
Good of the Order:
                Discussion was held about asking Sonny Hayes Eberts(State Grange President) if he needed any help re-organizing Fairfield Grange, which has been closed.  Members didn’t want to spend the time considering we are trying to keep enough members ourselves.
                Dan – A liberal is a conservative who has been arrested.  A conservative is a liberal who has been mugged.
                 
Next meeting is scheduled for September 22 at 2pm after lunch.
Meeting was adjourned at 4:26pm

The Maplewood Grange general Meeting was called to order on Sunday, JULY 28, 2024 at 4:43  pm by Master / President, Dan Keeley with the “Opening of the Grange”  reading (downstairs).   The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
 
ROLL CALL  (Secretary):  Members present:  7         (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
Dan Keeley, JoAnn Keeley, Troy Bayless, Roberta Elders, Mindy Ferris, Betty Chipps and Vicki Pounds  (arrived earlier)      
 
Members acting Pro-Temp:  Overseer:  JoAnn Keeley ; Stewart:  Betty Chipps and GateKeeper:  Roberta Elders.                    Visitation:  (none)              Guest:   (none)


PROPOSALS for MEMBERSHIP  (Dan Keeley) – none

MINUTES  (Secretary): The June 9,  2024 Grange Meeting Minutes were emailed to the membership on July 20th  by Secretary, Betty Chipps.   (six present - no changes were noted).
 
SECRETARY REPORT  (Betty Chipps) – The 2024 2nd Quarter (financial) Report ended JUNE 30, 2024 with a payable to OSG of $1.83. 

The Q2-2024 Quarterly (Dues) Report - status below: 
NOTE:  Eff. 1/1/24, individual Membership Dues increased from $45 to $50 annually, Grange remits quarterly to OSG an amount of $12.50/per member.
- Dues for 18 total members equates to $225.00, payable to OSG
- Life Membership Credit in the amount of  ($223.17) was applied adjusting dues payable to $1.83
- Two (2) Regular meetings were held in the 2nd Quarter 2024
(Membership attendance, each meeting:  APR 28 = 5,  MAY -No Mtg, JUNE 9 = 7).
- Date Report approved:  07/28/2024
- Does your Grange have a Commercial Kitchen?  NO Do you rent it out?  YES
- Has your Grange filed, for 2023, its 990-N form  (e-Postcard)?   YES
  Please send a copy to the OSG Office.
 
Maplewood subordinate Grange Q2-2024 report was signed by Secretary and Master/President, Dan Keeley; Seal was affixed, and disbursed to OSG.
 
Vicki Pounds, Grange Treasurer, issued a check to Oregon State Grange for $1.83  and  Betty Chipps enclosed Maplewood Grange 990-N e-postcard “accepted” filing with the IRS.           
 
 
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
HALL REPORT  (Dan Keeley) –  not 2 but 3  party rentals scheduled as noted by Vicki (included Dec 7 - Judith Diaz).  Chaps, Gamers and Zumba still have long term contracts. 
Electrical outlet installed outside around the corner from the rear door.  It is for renters and/or RV parked here during some square dance meetings.
 
Our grange lawyer asked that we name Oregon State Grange as another additional insured on our contracts.   New contracts going out will contain this requirement.
 
Discussed  Grange insurance; does NOT provide coverage IF alcohol is on premises.  However State Grange allows if renter insurance is provided by licensed OLCL server.
 
HALL PROJECTS - in priority order  (Dan Keeley)
Women’s bathroom window restoration - finished and functional
Couple of dining room benches getting wobbly
Remove old meter base and patch roof
Insulate crawl space under bathrooms (1/2 done)
Northeast side roof needs additional screws
Kitchen counters need refinished
Kitchen needs exhaust hood and fan
Repainting under eaves of hall
Kitchen and dining hall floors need refinished
 
Sprinkler Tractor was vandalized - Thursday evening, 7/25/24, camera records show SUV,  parking logs were kicked away and Sprinkler damaged.   Dan will attempt to repair it.


Bathroom floors and ball room & dining room upholstery have been cleaned by Stanley Steemer (see expense reimbursement).


STATE SESSION  (Dan Keeley) – OSG agriculture policy, after 10 years, most of the policy was expiring (policy sunsets after 10 years).  I rewrote and updated most of the policy statements which were then reviewed and edited by a Clackamas Pomona committee.  the policy statements were then debated at the State Session and passed almost intact.Numerous other policies were updated and some new ones passed.   (Summary in notebook.) 
Session was pretty good with several valuable seminars and lots of fellowship.   Attendance, however, continues to decline with maybe 150-160 attendees. 
Sonny Hays-Eberts, (state grange WebMaster), was elected State President.  He told me he intends to be more focused on visiting /assisting local granges and less on the administrative duties of the office, which he expects the staff to mostly handle.
Mindy Ferris was in attendance and received the 6th Degree at State Session.
AGRICULTURE  (Dan Keeley) –  A major hazelnut plant and CoOp geared toward processing retail bags, Hazelnut Growers of Oregon (HGO), has been mismanaged, out-of-business, is being sold … we will see whether whole or as salvage.  HGO merged with Wilco eight (8) years ago and has lost money since.  Wilco’s board dumped the news on their growers a couple of months ago that they would not have a processor this fall.  So much for CoOps looking out for their grower/owners interests.
Troy Bayless reported he went up the Valley and 20-ton bales on hay trucks (regulated to be tarped) were NOT tarped   Dried fodder blows onto the car windshields and into the grills.  Not being tarped blows dry tinder and is a fire hazard too. 
Dan  proposed a Grange Resolution  be presented for the next  Legislative Session.
 
EDUCATION  (Dan Keeley) –  The party is over when it comes to Pandemic related funding for schools and much else.  Newberg schools, in my area, are looking at a 20+ percent budget cut which is going to eliminate most extracurricular activities and a good amount of curriculum as well  (i.e. vocational classes).  One side says the board should have cut back way earlier in anticipation and the other side says the state should have maintained the higher budget level as quality education is worth it.  The higher budget level during and after the pandemic covered remote learning costs and much else but not sports, clubs, etc.  The state budget committee is going to have its work cut out for it.
 
LEGISLATIVE  (Dan Keeley) –  Dan is participating in a Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) campaign.  The usual conspiracy theories and falsehoods are cropping up online. 
Please read up carefully before  voting in November.  One major opposition talking point is that a candidate could get elected without having the most first choice votes.  This is true but only relevant if you don’t value second choice votes.  It can also happen in a runoff election if the leading candidate gets beat in the runoff election.
MEMBERSHIP(Betty Chipps) –Two Memberships are outstanding - Reminder Notice sent.
SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE  (JoAnn Keeley) – requirements for next year?
There were no applicants this year under the Agriculture and/or Forestry programs. 
Troy Bayless suggested expanding to include Trade Schools (carpentry, electrical, welding, etc.).  PEO suggested go to the school Counselors   i.e. Canby has a school table open for one evening of Scholarship - perhaps place a Grange table at Canby’s  Scholarship day.  Troy will check into North Marion Schools.
 
JoAnn moved to continue with Agriculture and Forestry Scholarships and also open to include Trade School subjects, Troy seconded, motion carries VSO.


TREASURER’S REPORT  (Vicki Pounds)
The Treasurer’s Report for the July 28, 2024 Maplewood Grange meeting was emailed 07/26/2024.   The opening balance, as of June 7, 2024 was $12,370.49 and the ending balance on July 26, 2024 was $12,792.99.

 Hearing no discussion, the report will be ‘filed for Audit.’ 
 
UNFINISHED BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley)
CLACKAMAS POMONA Cookie Booth:  Pam Furlan, Chair, is looking for folks to work in the Cookie Booth fundraiser during the Clackamas County Fair on August 13-17 and soon to help mix cookie dough.

COMMUNITY SERVICE  (JoAnn Keeley)  –  Set a date for cemetery maintenance this fall?  Postponed till August meeting.  Status:  Posts are falling down and dead Birch tree(s) to be removed.  Discussed  it would be best if a good rain  occurred before digging.  
 
COMMUNICATIONS  (Betty Chipps, Secretary)  – see last page
CLEANING DAY was June 9th (Mindy Ferris could not attend but returned another day - Much thanks for 1. Organizing the Museum and 2. Painting the entrance and exit doors. 
 
GOODIE BASKET – Secretary  regrets the Raffle ticket were not turned-in to OSG, which
1.  Would have shown our support to the the Youth AND
2.  Entered us into the Goodie Basket Raffle drawing. 
 
– While we missed the Raffle, it was decided to send the money to the OSG Youth - Betty will call OSG and inquire how to proceed.
 
 
 

1. BILLS presented to Treasurer – Reimbursement to Dan Keeley:

GFI  outlet for exterior plug                          25.98   Ground Fault  placed on the inside
Dish Detergent                                                 4.99
Dial Hand Soap                                                7.99
Toilet Paper                                                    62.47
Paper Towels                                                  47.67 
Paper Towels                                                  91.98  Ordered - not yet received via Amazon
Stanley Steemer                                           590.00
Maplewood Website rental                         144.00
Garden Hose                                                  49.99                                  
                                                TOTAL:     $1,025.07 
 
Reimbursement to Vicki Pounds:            
Plastic Bin for records storage                   16.99
 
Betty Chipps moved to Pay the Bills, Troy seconded, motion carries, VSO.
 

1. Hubbard HOP Festival,  July 20  (Dan Keeley)  – Dan staffed a promotional booth at the HOP Festival as an experiment.  It went fairly well.  Cost was limited to rice krispie treats and some Dollar Store prizes.  Should we try to repeat it at other events?

 

1. HARVEST  FAIR (Troy Bayless() – Troy’s family / church groups meet today.
   Troy will advise on Status next meeting.
   
   
2. PROJECT START RIGHT (JoAnn Keeley) – Request for Donation.

This organization provides school supplies to children in need - $50 given in the past years.
JoAnn moved to donate $50, Roberta seconded to $50.  Troy requested amendment to motion (given inflation cost on goods) be a donation of $100, JoAnn seconded - motion carried VSO.

1. POMONA Visitation  – scheduled for September 22nd at Maplewood Grange:

Betty and Mindy will produce Flyers/invitation
Set - Up stations, 1:30 pm Lasagna Meal (Meat & Gluten Free) - for 40 people,
            Note:  time changed to 1:00 pm,  at August Mtg
                       
2:30 pm - after lunch , Ritual Program upstairs
(Troy will provide a budget)  -   Betty:  The $60 thing is only for Pomona meetings. Visitations are usually pot luck.  My mistake. 
 

1. Guide Dogs for the Blind  (Roberta Elders) – Potential owners stay at the facility, for two weeks, with their Dog.  Organization holds a Graduation every other Saturday, followed by a facility tour - Takes place in Boring at 1:30pm (Arrive by 1:00 pm). 

Discussion:  Are we interested in a tour?            YES to a date after August.
 
 
MEMBERS SICK OR IN DISTRESS:  N / A
 
GOOD OF THE ORDER:    In a free society some are guilty, but all are responsible.  (Rabbi Abraham)
 
HEIRLOOM PROGRAM  (pictured a metamorphosis of Butterfly - cocoon to winged)
CHANGES and TRANSFORMATIONS ARE CONSTANTLY PASSING BEFORE US.
(second degree, Ceres)
 
 
NEXT MEETING:  Sunday, AUGUST 25, 2024 at 3:30 pm  (set as constant meeting time)
 
CLOSING:  Meeting adjourned at approx. 5:45 PM with “Closing of the Grange” reading.
 
                                                                                    Respectfully,
 
                                                                                   
                                                                                    Betty Chipps, Secretary
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Secretary COMMUNICATIONS  (Betty Chipps)                       JUNE 09, 2024  Meeting
 
1stQ-2024 OSG Report asked: Subordinate Granges please send a copy of  your By-Laws to OSG.     Has this request been met?
 
APRIL was GRANGE Month:  At our March 24th meeting, we wanted to show our support to the FFA.   NM and Canby Schools have been contacted :  FFA Banners are spendy approx. $400.  How do we show involvement?   What is the current status?

Clackamas County Fair –GRANGE BOOTH:  ‘Moovin' n Groovin' is the August 13 -17, 2024 theme at the Clackamas County Fair. 
Registrations are online only - Deadline to Register is July 26,.  I will be Registering Maplewood for the Horning Hall Booth Display on Monday, July 22nd via the online portal.
NOTE:  the Booth set-up date is:  Sunday, AUGUST 11 (9am - 6pm), 
Take down date is :  August 18  (9am - 4pm). 
 
Dan suggested:  It does seem  like a natural tie in to Chaps and Zumba activities at the Grange. Thought it would be great to incorporate the  ‘Moovin' n Groovin' idea with Maplewood Grange and dance.  In terms of ideas, Dan tried  AI (Artificial Intelligence) media and it does seem to work.  Betty thought:  If we could create cows in sq. dance attire & Zumba leotards, that would be a hoot -.with other animals (owls, goats and pigs, etc.) in the audience watching.
 
Dan and JoAnn can help with Set-up, maybe takedown, now we need to get creative. 
Who is interested to meet at the Grange at 5:30 on Sunday, July 21st to brainstorm our ideas and the possibilities?
 
>>> OREGON STATE GRANGE <<<
Correspondence from Jay Sexton, dated June 6, 2024 enclosed:

1. 2ndQ-2024  OSg ‘financial’ Report
2. Life Membership Roster and Life Membership Credit of $223.17
3. Filing Instructions for 990–N  IRS tax (non-profit) form
4. Matching Grant  Application and Information:  deadline is September 1st

 
>>> Clackamas POMONA GRANGE <<<

• Clackamas County Fair COOKIE BAKE, August 13-17, 2024       
  Theme:    Moovin’ n Groovin’

- Contact:   Pam Furlan  503-320-2245,  [email protected]
            - Roberta works Tuesday+Wednesday,
            - Keeleys + Betty/Terry scheduled for 8/15 at 10am - 1pm,.
 

• Next POMONA Visitation:  Maplewood Gr., Sunday, Sept. 22,  time:  1:30pm

                                                Note:  at August Mtg, time changed to 1:00 pm
 
>>>Clackamas SUBORDINATE  GRANGES <<<

• Redland Grange - Farmer’s Market:  first & third SUNDAY 10am - 3pm 
• Sandy Grange offers (last SUNDAY of the month) Breakfast 8 - 11 am  … confirm
• Sandy Grange 1st & 3rd Fridays, dinner 6-6;30 pm ($5 chicken bake & dessert), BINGO 7:00 pm

​Meeting started at 4:35pm
Members present: Dan & JoAnn Keeley, Mindy Ferris, Sandy Shew, Troy Bayless
JoAnn Keeley will be acting secretary because Betty Chipps is absent.
Since we didn’t have a quorum we can’t vote or approve business.
Minutes were sent by email to members previous to the meeting.  Those present did not have any changes.
Committee Reports:
Dan:      Hall - There are 7 party rentals on the books as of today.
Agriculture - Ag Fest in Salem went well.  The state grange booth was busy.  There were quite a few people overall at the event.
                Education – There was a teacher at Canby High School that received an award for excellence.
                Legislative – Dan encouraged everyone to study their voter’s pamphlets and vote.
                Pomona – There were over 60 resolutions presented to Pomona  from individual granges and some that are sunsetting this year that will be voted on at the State Grange Convention in June.  Between two different days the members were able to go through all of them so they will be ready for consideration at the convention.
                Pomona will also be selling cookies at the 2024 Clackamas County Fair.  Pam Furlan will send out a request soon for help to prepare the dough.
JoAnn: Scholarship – There were no applications received for our scholarships.  Next year I suggest we change our requirements to include a broader range of college studies &/or applicant groups.
                Cemetery – Dan weed sprayed the entire cemetery.  JoAnn sprayed around each stone to kill the grass which will make it easier to edge.  She also reminded everyone the cleanup days are May 16th and May 18 starting at 10am.
Quarterly Report – Maplewood paid $225.  The office is asking for a copy of our bi-laws.
Treasurer’s Report – Vicki had sent it by email to members previous to this meeting.  Those present did not have any changes.  Report will be filed for audit.
Roberta has asked for a $15 refund to pay for her entrance into Ag Fest.
Mindy Ferris gave $50 to JoAnn to give to Vicki for her 2024 dues.
Old Business:  Cleaning the hall day is scheduled for June 9th.  Everyone that can is asked to come at 10am.  Dan will send out an email with a list of potential jobs so everyone can come prepared. The members present decided on potluck for lunch rather than pizza for that day.
                State Convention – Mindy is interested in participating in the 6th Degree program.  Dan has agreed to be 1st delegate.  JoAnn has offered to be 2nd delegate.  We will ask the full membership by email  if they agree.
New Business:  Redland Grange is interested in our old floor buffer machine.  The members present agreed to give it to them since we no longer have use for it.
Next meeting will be June 9th after our cleaning time.
Meeting adjourned at 5:25pm.
 
 
 
 
 

​Maplewood Grange Meeting                                           MARCH 24, 2024 @ 3:00pm                   
Maplewood Grange #662 general meeting was called to order at 3:00 PM, by Master / President, Dan Keeley, on Sunday, March 24, 2024 with the  “Opening of the Grange”  reading (downstairs).   The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
 
Visitation:  (none)              Guest:   (none)
Members acting Pro-Temp:  Don Sether, Master (part-time, while Dan was present with potential renter) .
 
ROLL CALL  (Secretary):  Members present:  9                     (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
Dan Keeley, JoAnn Keeley, Don Sether, Roberta Elders, Vicki Pounds, Sandy Shew, Mindy Ferris and Betty Chipps (late arrival).
 
PROPOSALS for MEMBERSHIP  (Dan Keeley) – none
 
MINUTES  (Secretary):  The February 25, 2024 Grange Meeting Minutes were emailed March 20th to members.   Dan inquired of members were there any comments, hearing none: 
Don Sether moved to approve the minutes as presented, Mindy Ferris seconded, motion carried, VSO (voting sign of the order).



COMMITTEE REPORTS
HALL REPORT  (Dan Keeley) –9 party rentals scheduled. Chaps, Gamers and Zumba still have long term contracts.
            HALL PROJECTS - in priority order  (Dan Keeley):  
Small meter base removed and roof patched
Insulate crawl space under bathrooms (1/2 done)
Northeast side roof needs additional screws 
Kitchen counters need refinished
Kitchen needs exhaust hood and fan
Repainting under eves of hall 
Kitchen and dining hall floors need refinished
AGRICULTURE  (Dan Keeley) –  Hazelnut blight turned out to be locally bred. Growers planting resistant trees  in heavily blighted orchards put extreme selection pressure on the blight and it does what  diseases do, it evolved.
EDUCATION  (Dan Keeley) – Sorry,  busy this week - No report.
LEGISLATIVE  (Dan Keeley) – Short session is over and measure 110 has been extensively remodeled. Private  possession of controlled substances is again a crime, albeit a specially designed misdemeanor.  Cities and counties are being encouraged (but not required) to use the threat of jail time as a  lever to get addicts into treatment. Law would then allow (but again not require) the  conviction to be expunged from the persons record. Additional money was also provided for  treatment. We will see how that part goes. 
Visitation at Redland – Great pot luck but meeting a bit long. Several resolutions debated and  sent on to Pomona. Pomona will schedule an extra work day for the legislative committee early  in April. Around 50 resolutions expected for review (Dan taking 35).
Clackamas POMONA Grange  (Dan Keeley) sponsors a CANDIDATES’ FORUM on Sunday, May 5th, Abernethy Grange: 
            1:00 PM         Nacho Bar (Cinco de Mayo), Cookies and beverages
            2:00 PM         Candidate Statements - bring your Questions!
SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE (JoAnn Keeley) – Schools should be turning in applications:  deadlines:  North Marion (April 7th),  Canby (April 15th),  Sandy Shew is interested in having the Applicants come and present their program.  JoAnn advised Committee will decide before April 20th.
COMMUNITY SERVICE  (JoAnn Keeley) 
Veteran Village donations are due today, can bring into Maplewood just let Dan/JoAnn know before April 27th Pomona meeting at Abernethy Grange. 
Portland Rescue Mission (PRM) deadline is end of May.
IOOF / Meridian Cemetery Clean-Up 10:00 AM – MAY 14 and/or MAY 16, or MAY 18th
 - Dan has sprayed weeds around the Cemetery.  JoAnn will check out headstone grasses.
Volunteers 5/14 & 5/16:  Betty, Don, Roberta  – bring knee pads, garden cleaning  tools (knee pads, claw, nippers, wire-brush, 5-gal bucket), hat & sunscreen protection.
 
Roberta Elders is interested in Guide Dogs for the Blind (near Boring) – they take pups and go walk in the country, and other settings to train them.  The dogs are trained to aid the blind or as health monitors for their owners.  Roberta attended one tour at the Adult Center, main  event usually at 10:00 AM.
COMMUNICATIONS  (Betty Chipps)
Maplewood visitation to Redland Gr. was March 14th.  President (& Legislative Chair),
Georgene Barragan filled the missing stations of Pomona, Ceres and Flora with, respectively, Joyce Parker, JoAnn Keeley and Betty Chipps - I was impressed by this.
 
TREASURER’S REPORT  (Vicki Pounds)
The Treasurer’s Report for the March 24, 2024 Maplewood Grange meeting was emailed 03/21/2024.   The opening balance, as of February 23, was $12,,202.22 and the ending balance on March 21, 2024  was $12,760.72.  Hearing no discussion, the report will be ‘filed for Audit.’ 
UNFINISHED BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley) – Spring Cleaning day


JoAnn Keeley motioned to have June 9th as Spring Cleaning Day (meet at 10 AM and bring in lunch), Don Sether seconded, motion carries.
 
 
NEW BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley)


BILLS presented to Treasurer – Reimbursement to Dan Keeley:
02/27/2024 All Systems Heating                $  350.00 
                        (furnace & heat pump tune-up:  filter can rusted)
02/27/2024 Paint for Dance Hall Lamps           9.99
02/28/2024 Lamp Cord for Dance Hall Lamps 10.27 (lamps-rewired)
03/09/2024 Lawn work and dish soap               12.98
03/20/2024 Dimmer for Ball Room Light           25.35
03/20/2024 Diesel for mower 3.5 gal@$4.05   14.17
   TOTAL $  422.76 
additional:   Valley AG (2 bags fertilizer)           44.00
Insurance  -   $ 3,159.00 (standard expenditure)
Mindy Ferris commented State Farm has lapsed policies on Granges.

Don Sether moved to pay the bills, Betty seconded (no further discussion), motion carries,.
Grange Hall Speaker, one more being repaired, cost TBA.

JoAnn moved to pre-approve the cost of Speaker, Betty seconded, motion carries.

1. Oregon State Grange election of Officers  (Dan Keeley) –  Final Preferential Ballots were distributed.  All members present can vote as no memberships have been canceled - thus all are in good standing. Grange Election BULLETIN was available.

- JoAnn Keeley and Betty Chipps tallied (via blank sheet)
- Certified Report (JoAnn & Betty jointly) completed and seal affixed  before mailing.
 

1. Grange Meeting Day –  Is a change possible for meeting earlier in the month?
   TO DO:  Need to have same discussion with Chaps and Petticoats (who currently meet on 3rd Sunday/month) AND bring findings to next meeting.
   
   
2. APRIL is Grange Month (Dan Keeley) – any ideas?
   JoAnn said the Grange has a reputation of being Agricultural.  Don Sether says the Grange started FFA and 4H - originally.  Mindy Ferris said we could buy a banner showing our support for FFA. 

Mindy thinks we’re between two communities:  Canby & Aurora, Clackamas / Marion


Mindy motioned to buy an FFA banner and post out front to show our community support. 


JoAnn will ask North Marion and Canby Schools:  how can the Grange support FFA?

1. Mission Statement  (Don Sether & Betty Chipps) – Our Mission should define what sets the Grange apart from other industries.
   
   “The Grange is a family-oriented organization with non-partisan grassroots (since 1867) in rural communities all across America.  We are (a Fraternal Order) a group of men and women with interests in aiding the community and  helping each member reach their full potential as a person and a leader.  Through service, education and agricultural awareness, we labor for the good of the Order, our country and mankind.”

We heartily endorse the motto, “In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty;  in all things, charity.”
 
JoAnn so moved to accept our Mission Statement, Roberta seconded, motion carries, VSO.
 

1. AG Fest is April 27 & April 28  – Sign up / Volunteer in our Grange interactive booth at the Oregon State Fair.  Call OSG office and sign-up:  503-316-0106.

MEMBERS SICK OR IN DISTRESS:  (none)
 
GOOD OF THE ORDER  (none)
 
CLOSING:  Meeting adjourned at 5:46 PM with “Closing of the Grange” reading. 
 NEXT MEETING:   April 28, 2024 at 4:30pm