​Maplewood Grange #662 hosted POMONA Grangers at the April meeting held on 10/22/17.  The Grange opened with potluck at 3:30pm; Master, Dan Keeley, called the meeting to order at 4:40pm with the "Opening of the Grange" ritual.   
 
Members acting Pro-Tem:  Steward, Don Sether;  Asst. Steward, Felipe Gonzalez;  Lady Asst. Steward, Kathy Femrite,  Gatekeeper, Don Sether;  Chaplain:  JoAnn Keeley;  Ceres, Sandy Shew;  Pomona, Sandy Shew;
Flora, (vacant).
 
The following Guest(s) present:  (none)         Visitation:  (none)
 
Roll Call (Secretary):  Maplewood (7)           ”*” indicates NOT in attendance. 
           
            Master:      Dan Keeley                                               Overseer:  Don Sether  
Steward:    Ken Fessler  *                                            Asst. Steward:   Mike Ellis  *                           Asst. Steward:   Mike Ellis  *                                                Chaplain:   Laura Ellis  *  
Lady Asst. Steward:  (vacant)                                      Gatekeeper:   (vacant)
Lecturer:   Sandy Shew                                                            Pomona:  Sandy Shew  
Secretary:  Betty Chipps                                             Ceres:      Judi Aus   *                         
Treasurer:  Vicki Pounds  *                                       Flora:       (vacant)
Member:  Kathie Femrite                                             Executive Committee
Member:  JoAnn Keeley                                              #1  (vacant
Members:  Felipe Gonzalez                                         #2  (vacant
            and Katie Gonzalez  *                                     #3  (vacant)
Member:  John Keeley  *
 
POMONA Visitation Roll Call (Secretary):  (none)

***** Roll call has been taken =============================================================================
***** Members present:  7,   Pomona Guests:  0,   Youth:  0                     *****  (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
 
PROPOSALS for MEMBERSHIP:    (none)
 
Charter was draped:  (none)
 
MINUTES  (Secretary):   Three sets of meeting minutes were presented:     
June 25, 2017 minutes  (available at July 23 Exec. meeting - though no quorum, thus not approved).
August 27, 2017 minutes  (not available at Sept. meeting)
September 24, 2017 minutes
 
Dan Keeley asked if there were any edits/corrections to the minutes presented.  Betty reported the spelling to Felipe and Katie Gonzales has been corrected to "Gonzalez".  Given no further edits, all three (3) meeting minutes were approved as presented.
 
 
COMMUNICATION  (Secretary)
 
Clackamas Pomona #1  (none  received)
COMMUNICATION  (continued)
 
Oregon State Grange (OSG):  OCT/NOV 2017 OSG-Bulletin - mailed directly to membership.
 
  September 7, 2017 Correspondence from  Susan Noah, Master, OSG

1. 2017 Q3 Quarterly Report (due 10/31/17)
2. Current Maplewood Subordinate Grange Membership Roster
3. OSG  Lifetime Membership Application (min. fee $450 recommended)
4. OSG "Memorial" Lifetime Membership Application (min. fee $100 recommended)
5. 2018 Grange Calendar - Order Form
6. REMINDER:  Time to NOMINATE of New Officers

 
October 18, 2017 Mailings from Susan Noah, Master OSG:

1. Invitation FLYER to 150th Anniversary Gala, hosted by OSG, from 1-4pm on 12/10/17 at Willamette Heritage House
2. OSG  request for Roster Information for 2018  (deadline 12/1/17)
3. OSG form to nominate State Officers  (due by 1/25/2018) ... must be bear your Grange Seal and signatures.

 
October 19, 2017 Correspondence from  Susan Noah, Master, OSG:  Matching Grant Application status.
 - (see Old Business)
 
SECRETARY Report:   
3rd Quarter Report was given:  two Regular meetings (and one Executive meeting) were held in the 3rd Qtr. 
OSG was advised that Maplewood's Corporation Filing with OR Secretary of State is current (renews June).
Maplewood reported 19 members and no dues outstanding.  We have gained one new member which increases our 3rd Quarter dues by $1.00 over 2nd Qtr for a total due OSG of $214.75.   Pending a check and Grange Master's signature, the report can be submitted, along with the updated Membership List. 
 
Don Sether moved to accept the 3rd Quarter Report, JoAnn Keeley seconded, motion passed - voting sign of the order.
 

TREASURER Report:  In Vicki's absence, Dan reported checking balance was approximately $8,000.

FINISHED BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley)
1.  Storage Shed (outback) was jacked up, placed on blocks and made sound (Sept. 1st).
2.  150th Grange Celebration: "Pumpkin-Painting" Party, held October 15th, had nine (9) people attend.
 Conclusion:  Personal invites work, Word-of-mouth description of "local" facility may be good AND Kids know the difference between "Tootsie-rolls" and "Ferrero Rocher" chocolates ... who'd of thought!

OSG Bulleting deadline for Story/Pictures is November 10th.


COMMITTEE REPORTS

MEMBERSHIP (Dan Keeley):  $10 dues for 4th Qtr new member, John Keeley, is payable.

HALL  (Dan Keeley): 
   1.  Heat Pump:  Still needs (protective) screen around it.

COMMITTEE REPORTS   (continued)

  2.  Roof:  NW side OK this year, though should be checked for loose screws.  The SW side requires the long screws.

  3.  Ballroom:  Floor oil will be a project for warmer weather next year - date to be announced. 
Oil has been applied/tested on SW corner of the dance floor, beside the stage - near the chair closet.  Dan asked for approval to proceed with order of product.  
Betty motioned to proceed with the order of Oil product for the dance floor, JoAnn seconded.
Discussion resulted in need for a budget and a bucket list of process.  Work crew:  Dan Keeley and Bill Sanford, of Chaps and Petticoats, will take the lead.

   4.  Storage Room (next to Museum):  Room has been cleared and set-up as private changing room.

   5.  Front Doors:  Frame between doors came loose at entrance (approx. one month ago).  Next project will be to
re-secure the entrance. 

   6.  Rentals:  Two (2) rentals are on the books:  November 6th  is "no-fee rental" - Disabled Adult Outreach to community, contact is:  Shangrila-or.org, a non-profit agency.
AGRICULTURE  (Don Sether and Dan Keeley):
   1.  Those with Christmas Trees will be profitable this year...since so many businesses bailed in previous years.


   2.  Grass Seed prices will be going up - due to recent fires.


   3.  The 10th annual "AG in the Classroom" (AITC) project pairs up kids with mentors/educators and combines hands-on creations and reading to improve literacy and AG understanding in K-4 grades.  AITC Exec. Director, Jessica Jansen, says "we know AG must be taught today because too many people are too far removed from the farm."  See website for donation information.
INFO:  AITC was founded in 1981, was in classrooms beginning 2008 and is fully funded by the AG community.


   4.  Capital Press will donate papers to FFA and classrooms - if donations are received.


   5.  Don Sether recommended Grangers reach out to FFA Club and invite students to practice speech(s) with us. 
Betty Chipps to contact North Marion, Dan Keeley will contact St. Paul.
INFO:  OR State Grange funds State speakers.
 
EDUCATION  (Dan Keeley): 
   1. Yamhill/Carlton HS program - "Ask Teen what they hear, see and transcended?"  designed to improve critical thinking and listening skills. 
Process:  Teen chooses social/political topic that interests them. 
- When met with caustic views the truth can be clouded -Teaches one "to disagree" is an option.

   2. St Paul - continues to do best in all three subjects:
            55% passing Math, 75% passing Science, 56% passing Reading.
   3.  Don Sether relayed (lack of) money is part of education problem.  8th Grade teachers at Molalla indicate the main trouble is students will not admit they cannot see (need glasses).  JoAnn Keeley shared KEX has a funding program for schools/kids.


LEGISLATIVE  (Dan Keeley):  no report
 
LECTURER (Sandy Shew):  Dan Keeley set up a display table of shrubs/trees and plants samples.  Contest/Activity, to identify shrubs/trees and plants, was played after close of regular meeting.
OLD BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley):  Maplewood's Matching Grant application for Siding was not approved  per OSG.   PGE will fund the insulation (only) at $.78/sq. foot which equals 1/3 of the approximate $3,000 siding estimate.


 
NEW BUSINESS
Treasurer - Bills/Receipts: 
 Receipts (Dan Keeley):
     $350 check received for Rental

Expense reimbursement (payable to Betty Chipps - pending presentation of receipt):  $22.00 Printing of full-page Flyers for 150th Celebration - Grange "Pumpkin-Painting" Party and 1/2-page Grange (introduction) Flyer handout.
Sandy Shew donated the Candy purchased for the "Fishing-Hole."
JoAnn Keeley moved to pay for bill reimbursement, Don Sether seconded, motion passed via "voting sign of the order."
 
150th Grange Celebration - pumpkins were donated (and/or discounted) ... Betty to mail Thank-you cards to:
Mustard Seed Farms:                       Large pumpkins (approx. 40)
Brentano Farms:                 
Koch Farms:                                    10 'smaller' pumpkins - Betty donated $10 ($1/pumpkin)
So Arndt Rd (Farm)             10 'smaller' pumpkins - no charge
(across from Gurney Nursery)

Don Sether suggested Maplewood combine November and December regular meetings into one agreed upon date.  After discussion a date was chosen:   Don Sether moved to combine the November/ December regular meeting into one  date on THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7th - potluck 6:30pm, meeting at 7:00pm.  JoAnn Keeley seconded, motion passed via "voting sign of the order."
 
 
GOOD to the ORDER:  POMONA meets at Sandy Grange, Tuesday, October 28th, at 11:30am for "Tiny Homes for Vets" presentation.
 
Next Meeting:  THURSDAY, 12/07/17 "Holiday" Grange Meeting 6:30pm Potluck, 7:00pm Meeting
 
Meeting Adjourned:  With "Closing the Grange" ritual at 6:45pm by Dan Keeley.


                                                                                    Respectfully Submitted


                                                                                   
                                                                                    Betty Chipps
                                                                                    Secretary

​Roll Call:  Dan & JoAnn Keeley, Vicki Pounds, Betty Chipps, Kathie Femrite, Felipe & Katie Gonzales, and Sandy Shew (8 members, 0 guests - Quorum=7)
Guest:  John Keeley

Grange was opened with potluck served at 3:30pm, the meeting was called to order at 4:30pm by Dan Keeley.
Proposed Membership (Dan Keeley):
John Keeley, younger brother to Dan Keeley, was introduced.  Dan expressed John had interest in joining the Grange.  All members welcomed John and all members were in favor of his becoming a member.   Dan asked for a vote of those in favor, voting-sign-of-the-order was unanimous.
Secretary Report:  8/27/17 Minutes were not yet available.  
Treasurer's Report:  Vicki has emailed, ending balance is $7,690.64.


UNFINISHED BUSINESS 
   1.  Ballroom floor sealing treatment - pending; mopping done and treatment material is on hand,
        - test site:  chair closet corner
   2.  Stage wiring - pending. 
   3.  NE-side roofing screws replacement - need long roofing screws versus short screws
   4.  Women's bathroom plumbing revision - pending.
   5.  Rear door cement landing replaced (cracked and rough)
   6.  Lobby tiles cleaned and re-grouted
   7.  Kitchen cupboards - need sanded, cleaned and repainted
   8.  Some upstairs window repairs - pending
   9.  Woodwork and Doors throughout building need cleaning (Formula 409 works).
 10.  John Deere mower (housed in shed outback) not running - needs refurbished to use OR sold.           
COMMITTEE REPORTS

Agriculture: 
 1.  Dan reported that the Josephine County GMO ban has been struck down by the Oregon Court of Appeals as in conflict with the Oregon Seed Pr-emption law.
2.  Dan also reported on the North Willamette Valley Experiment Station.  The budget is looking up at the station with several vacancies filled and a very go get 'em director.  Station does work on Berries, Xmas trees, nursery stock, Vegetable seed crops and hazelnuts.  Dan and JoAnn attended their harvest gala fund raiser dinner last week, at Charbonneau, and found it excellent, featuring cheese and beer from the OSU food science students.
JoAnn reported they are testing a new variety of "sweet basil" for its mold resistence.
 
Legislative  (Dan Keeley): 
1.  The Oregon legislature is considering joining a pollution prevention "market" currently run by California, Washington and British Columbia.  Program would allocate pollution permits and then charge fees for any extra pollution.  Large companies would be subject to the program initially.
2.  Also, Sen. Ron Wyden is holding a series of town hall meetings regarding condition of our forests and the causes of the bad fire season.  Comments are needed regarding how to get the forests thinned and healthy.   
 
Education:  Dan reported Oregon Dept. of Agriculture is introducing 'Ag in the classroom' by pairing up kids with mentors/educators - great program.
Hall  (Dan Keeley): 
1.  Ballroom:  One coat of oil was applied to a corner of the floor, beside the stage - near the chair closet.
Members checked it out:  found it looked OK and the glide of the foot was about the same on the test spot.
Floor needs scuff marks sanded out before proceeding with the initial coat.  Several coats will be needed over time.

2.  Rentals:  The Sept. 16th rental was a great BD party:  TV was 14' wide X 18' Tall and the Amplifier was outrageous - they cleaned up well also.  November 6th rental is Disabled Adult Outreach meeting, contact is:  Shangrila-or.org, a non-profit agency.
Lecturer (Sandy Shew):  no report
Legislative (Dan Keeley):  SB 181 (Non-profit organizations taxation and annual reporting requirements bill) - did NOT pass.  Dan circulated The Capitol Granger published by Grange Lobbyist:  Craig Loughridge - also available via the OSG website. 
Membership (Betty Chipps): 
1.  2017 Membership renewal check (included $10 donation) from Adin Hester was presented to Treasurer.
2.  Katie Gonzales email address is:  katiejohnson.msw@gmail.com



FINISHED BUSINESS
1.  Storage Shed (outback) was jacked up and  placed on blocks on Sept. 1st.
2.  150th Anniversary Party Flyer - is completed.


OLD BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley):
1.  Valley River Dancers, in Newberg, is NOT renting the Grange for a New Years dance.

2.  Regarding 2018 SW-side Wall Residing Project  (insulation & Hardy Siding to be installed):   Dan is delayed in submitting the Application to OSG for Matching Grant (due  SEPT 15th) as member signatures are required for volunteer-labor commitment (labor hours need to off-set cost of materials to satisfy the Matching Grant).  BUDGET estimate:  $5,963 (includes materials and 116/hours labor at $22/hour). 
Project involves taking off old siding and placing insulation and hardy-plank (painted) siding; equipment includes truck (to haul off old siding) and lift-equipment provided by Ken Sether.
Project to be accomplished in August - time involves:  one day - rip off old siding, second-day to lay insulation and third-day to paint siding (on the ground) and use lift to nail the hardy-plank.
To beautify the exterior:  a future project might be to trim the windows in a different color.

3.  The POMONA Grange will visit on October 22nd at the regular Maplewood Grange Meeting.  The 3:30pm Potluck will include:  Coffee/Cider, Corn Bread & Salad (Betty), Soup (Dan), Katie (Soup),
Dessert or Salad (Sandy), plus what others bring.  The meeting time is 4:30pm.
NEW BUSINESS
Treasurer - Bills/Receipts: 
 Receipts (Betty Chipps):
     $50 check:  $40 = 2017 Membership renewal, $10 = Donation to Maplewood for 150th-yr Nat'l Grange celebration

Expense reimbursement (payable to Betty Chipps - pending presentation of receipt):  $23.00 Printing of Flyers for 150th Anniversary Grange Party and 1/2-page Flyer handout.
 
Expense reimbursement (payable to Dan Keeley) was presented to Treasurer:
2 each  Dustpans:                $  6.00
Switch Box to Heat Pump:   $32.78
Vacuum Bags:                     $12.00
 
Betty Chipps moved to pay for bill reimbursements, Kathie Femrite seconded, all approved via "voting sign of the order."

Missing Items:
1.  Dish Pans - replacements have been purchased.
2.  Filter to Mr. Coffee:  Katie Gonzales has an extra filter.

Foyer Entry Rug:
JoAnn Keeley recommends the entrance rug (the undercoating sheds water) is worn and needs replaced.  Head nods confirmed and budget maximum of $100 was anticipated.  JoAnn Keeley volunteer to locate the rug.

Betty Chipps moved to obtain a new entry rug, not to exceed $100, JoAnn Keeley seconded, all approved via "voting sign of the order."
 
 
10/15/17 150th Anniversary Party responsibilities were outlined:   (see separate page)
 
COMMUNICATION  (Secretary - Betty Chipps): 

Clackamas County POMONA:   (none  received)
Oregon State Grange (OSG)

• 2017 Q3-Quarterly Report & Membership Roster  (due OCT 31st)
• 3rd SAT,    10/21/17    5:00pm WARNER Gr. - Cuddle Cots Fundraiser Dinner/Auction

            - Benefits:  Legacy Emanuel Hosp. and OHSU Hosp.


WEB  CALENDAR 
3rd SUN, 10/15 - Maplewood Grange celebrates National Grange's 150th Anniversary ... invite friends, family and other Grangers to:   "PUMPKIN PAINTING" Day at, 3:00 - 4:30pm
4th SUN, 10/22  Hosting visitation from POMONA @ Grange Meeting 3:30pm Potluck, 4:30pm Meeting
1st MON, 11/06 - Kendra Morgan reservation Disabled Adults (non-profit) Meeting  5:00pm-8:00pm
3rd SUN, 11/19 - Chaps and Petticoats Jamboree 4:00pm-6:00pm
4th SUN, 11/26 - Grange Meeting??
4th SUN, 12/24 - Grange Meeting- NO
 
 
GOOD to the Order:  (none)
 
Next Event:      SUN, 10/15 Maplewood "PUMPKIN PAINTING" and Game Night  3:00-4:30pm
                                                         - celebrates 150 years of the National Grange!
 
Next Meeting:  10/22 Maplewood hosts POMONA @ Grange Meeting 3:30pm Potluck, 4:30pm Meeting
 
Meeting Adjourned:  at 5:35pm by Dan Keeley.


                                                                                    Respectfully Submitted


                                                                                   
                                                                                    Betty Chipps
                                                                                    Secretary
 

September 14, 2017Sesquicentennial Anniversary meeting agenda1.  Advertising

• In Aurora –
• In Woodburn –
• In Canby and Barlow–
• In Hubbard –
• In Molalla -
• Grange websites, facebook page and Bulletin- Dan
• News paper, free community calendar - Betty
• Church bulletins/School newsletters/personal friends – group
• Libraries - Vickie

2.  Planning for 50 attendees

• Members attending – Betty, Sandy, Kathy, Katie, Felipe, Dan, JoAnn

3.  Refreshments

• Coffee and Cider – Dan and JoAnn
• Pumpkin bars/cookies – Betty, Vickie, Sandy, Kathy
• Katie will bring take and bake pizza for members after cleaning up.
• Birthday cake?

4.  Pumpkin Painting/Carving

• Allow parent supervised carving with non-lethal equipment.
• 40 pumpkins, 30 Dan, 10 Betty
• Decorative materials (patterns, paint, etc) – Dan and JoAnn
• Plastic for floor and tables – Dan and JoAnn

5.  Games

• Fishing booth for kids –Dan will bring pole, booth by ?
• Apple bobbing for older kids/teens – Betty to bring tub, apples, towels
• Prizes – Candy – Sandy  /  Dollar Store - Betty

6.  Grange promotion

• Museum with narrator – Betty will ask Scott
• Building tours - Dan
• Fair video presentation program and State Grange program - Dan
• Poster/flyers – Betty will make 100 copies
• Katie will bring Halloween music 

Event Flyer

​MAPLEWOOD GRANGE Meeting Minutes
08/27/17
 
Roll Call:  Dan & JoAnn Keeley, Vicki Pounds, Betty Chipps, Kathie Femrite, Felipe & Katie Gonzales, and Sandy Shew (8 members, 0 guests - Quorum=7)

Potluck was delayed until 4:40pm, as potential Renter's toured the Grange.  
Grange meeting was called to order at 4:40pm by Dan Keeley
Secretary Report:  7/23/17 meeting had no minutes, as only 4 members were in attendance.

Treasurer Report:  Ending balance $7,667.67.  Vicki reported a June Rental-check was cashed, redeemed due to the hall being left unclean.  The check bounced and an NSF fee of $12 was incurred.  Vicki suggested future security payments actually be deposited-then later refunded if hall is kept clean.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS 
   1.  Ballroom floor sealing treatment - pending; mopping done and treatment material is on hand,
        - test site:  chair closet corner
   2.  Stage wiring - pending. 
   3.  NE-side roofing screws replacement - need long roofing screws versus short screws
   4.  Women's bathroom plumbing revision - pending.
   5.  Rear door cement landing replaced (cracked and rough)
   6.  Lobby tiles cleaned and re-grouted
   7.  Kitchen cupboards - need sanded, cleaned and repainted
   8.  Some upstairs window repairs - pending
   9.  Woodwork and Doors throughout building need cleaning (Formula 409 works).
 10.  Shed (outback) has sunk into dirt - needs to be jacked back-up (maybe placed on blocks)
        - Repair date scheduled (see New Business)
 11.  John Deere mower (housed in shed outback) not running - needs refurbished to use OR sold.           
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Agriculture:  Around St. Paul, Farmers cannot get laborers due to emigration enforcement issues.
Education:  School supply donations were taken to Pomona:  included 3 backpacks, "New-Adventure" rain jacket, notebook paper, binders and more.
Hall:  Rentals are scheduled for Sept. 2nd (Memorial reception) and Sept. 16th (birthday party).  Pomona will offer a Degree Day Sept. 17th at Maplewood Grange (JoAnn Keeley, Felipe and Katie Gonzalez are Maplewood's new members).
Lecturer (Sandy Shew):  no report
Legislative (Dan Keeley):  SB 181 (Non-profit organizations taxation and annual reporting requirements bill) - did NOT pass.  Dan circulated The Capitol Granger published by Grange Lobbyist:  Craig Loughridge - also available via the OSG website. 
Membership (Betty Chipps): 
Two (2) membership renewal payments have been received:  (Note:  await one more membership renewal)
     -  JoAnn Lee:  (status:  crippled and travels with Daughter  (only), unable to attend meetings,
     -  and Stacie Bernert.
Lifetime member:  Joyce (Oliver) Urnaut wants to receive communications only, does NOT wish to attend. 
FINISHED BUSINESS
   1.  Dressing Room, downstairs, has been set-up and ready for use.

OLD BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley)
   1.  Regarding 2018 SW-side Wall Residing Project  (insulation & Hardy Siding to be installed):  Bids are
          in - Dan will submit OSG Matching Grant for 2018 (applications accepted through SEPT 15th).  
   2.  Cleaning Day was fairly successful (6 members participated) - accomplished:
         -  Entry stairs carpet vacuumed, stage floor swept, dance floor swept, upstairs mirror cleaned,
            upstairs windows cleaned and millwork wiped, upstairs benches vacuumed. 
         -  Some upstairs window repairs were made, outside windows cleaned,
         -  Dressing room cleaning and de-clutter tackled.
         -  Rear entrance landing, hallway, walls, stairs swept/vacuumed and kitchen ramp dusted/vacuumed.
         -  Behind stage storage de-cluttering (began).
   3.  Betty Chipps reported:  Award was received, from Aurora Colony Days Parade, for "Best Spirit" entry.
   4.  Betty asked for follow-up discussion regarding the "Your Grange" Banner that is sun-faded.  Shall we replace the banner with metal as Don Sether previously suggested and move the banner to the North facing entrance wall?  After discussion, the decision was to take down the "Your Grange" Banner and not replace it.

NEW BUSINESS
Treasurer - Bills/Receipts:   (Dan Keeley)
Receipts:
     $300 cash from two rentals:  received from Memorial (9/2) and Birthday Party(9/16).
     $400 rental funds received (today).
 
Expense reimbursement (payable to Dan Keeley) was presented to Treasurer:
Annual Website renewal:     $  49.00
Heat Pump (related):                        $302.95
INFO:  Starting Compressor blew, result melted box on side of building - cause:  fuses too big in electrical room.
 
Betty Chipps moved to pay Dan for bill reimbursements, Kathie Femrite seconded, all approved via "voting sign of the order."

Repair date to jack-up sunken shed was scheduled for Friday, September 1st at 10:00am:
- crew: Dan Keeley, Femrites and Felipe Gonzalez.  Tools needed:  cement bricks and jacks.
Dan will also bring his power-washer and, time-permitted, tackle pressure-washing the front entrance.
The Grange Cabin at the Oregon State Fair needs staff; volunteer between August 25th - September 4th.
Dan Keeley asked:  What shall we do to celebrate/recognize the National Grange's 150th Anniversary?
-  Betty suggested a Kid's Carnival Day (for families) with food served, games played and prizes.
-  Dan and JoAnn have enjoyed, in the past, a Halloween Theme:  bob for apples, pumpkin carving.
After some discussion, JoAnn motioned that Maplewood Grange celebrate the 150th Anniversary with a PUMPKIN DECORATING DAY (with fishing-pole booth) on October 15th from 3:00-4:30pm, Kathie seconded, Voting-sign-of-the-Order ... all in favor.  Dan can get the Pumpkins, Betty will create the Flyer, Dan will place the flyer on our website, JoAnn will get the painting supplies, Kathie volunteered too.  Refreshments to be:  Donuts, Cider and baked goods.  Suggestions for invitation:  Schools and Sq. Dance Lesson folks.
(Note:  Vicki Pounds will be out-of-town)


Betty reminded:  OSG Website lists Membership Dues as:  $45 Individual, $90 Family, $50 Business
       - Maplewood rate is currently $40 and $80 respectively.  Do we increase dues?
Discussion ensued; it was decided we would review in 2018.

Agenda item to be discussed next meeting:  Maplewood hosts DEGREE DAY -  (3rd Sun.) SEPT 17th  ...
 - Read, in the Clackamas County POMONA 2017 Roster, preparation entitled:  "Degree Day Schedule."

The POMONA Grange will visit on October 22nd at the regular Maplewood Grange Meeting.  The 3:30pm Potluck will include:  Soup (Dan), Corn Bread  and Salad (Betty), Dessert (Sandy), plus what others bring.  The meeting time is 4:30pm.
COMMUNICATION  (Secretary - Betty Chipps): 
Clackamas County POMONA:  August 2017 Newsletter ... emailed to members.
Oregon State Grange (OSG)

• July12, 2017 Correspondence from  Susan Noah, Master/OSG  (given to Dan)

       -American Income LIFE INS. Co. (TX) - Virtual/Electronic Participation at Subordinate Grange Meetings.

• AUG/SEPT  2017 Oregon State Grange Bulletins - have been mailed out to Members. 
  (NOTE:  Felipe & Katie Gonzalez did not receive.)

• 2nd SUN,   09/10/17     11:00am - 3:00pm BORING Gr. - Nat'1 Grange 150th Celebration
• 3rd SAT,    09/16/17     10:00am - 3:00pm  SPRINGWATER Gr. - 93rd Anniv. & Comm. Fair
• 3rd SAT,    10/21/17    5:00pm WARNER Gr. - Cuddle Cots Fundraiser Dinner/Auction

            - Benefits:  Legacy Emanuel Hosp. and OHSU Hosp.
WEB  CALENDAR 
3rd SAT, 09/16 Grange reservation 3:30pm  BD Party
3rd SUN, 09/17 Degree Day (run by POMONA)   Note:  Betty canNOT attend - NO minutes required for event.
           - Grangers provide Coffee, Cookies, and Finger Food. 
4th SUN, 09/24 Grange Meeting?  YES
­­­NEW
3rd SUN, 10/15 - Maplewood Grange celebrates National Grange's 150th Anniversary ... invite friends, family and other Grangers to:   "PUMPKIN PAINTING" Day at, 3:00 - 4:30pm
4th SUN, 10/22  Hosting visitation from POMONA @ Grange Meeting 3:30pm Potluck, 4:30pm Meeting
1st MON, 11/06 - Kendra Morgan reservation Disabled Adults (non-profit) Meeting  5:00pm-8:00pm
3rd SUN, 11/19 - Chaps and Petticoats Jamboree 4:00pm-6:00pm
4th SUN, 11/26 - Grange Meeting??
4th SUN, 12/24 - Grange Meeting- NO
 
Future Dates:

• December  _??_ , 2017 New Year's Eve Party scheduled by Valley River Dancers from Newberg?

- Dan will check into status and list on the Grange Calendar, if scheduled.

• May 4, 2018 - C & P will be DARK  (remove hall reservation)

 
GOOD to the Order:  (none)
 
Next Meeting:  10/22 Maplewood hosts POMONA @ Grange Meeting 3:30pm Potluck, 4:30pm Meeting
 
Meeting Adjourned:  at 6:13pm by Dan Keeley.
                                                                                    Respectfully Submitted
                                                                                   
                                                                                    Betty Chipps, Secretary

Masters Notes
 
August 24, 2017
May 4 2018 C&P dark
Degree Day on September 17, 1:30 set up, 2 PM meeting, finger food potluck
Pomona Visit on Oct. 22.  Move our meeting?
            Soup  Dan and Katie
            Corn Bread – Betty
            Potluck dishes – Everyone else
Siding application – Dan will get it done
Katie and Felipe may want to host State Fair cabin – call on tickets
Floor Oil – Start adjacent to chair storage area
Storage Shed in back lot – Meet Felipe Sept 1 to raise foundation

Maplewood Grange #662 was opened on June 23, 2017,  at 8:00am (by Dan and JoAnn Keeley) for Grange Clean-up Day.  Potluck was served at 12:30pm (after a Grange rental contract signing).  With no quorum, no meeting was held.
 
The following Guest(s) present:  None                        Visitation:  None                     Members acting Pro-Tem:  None
 
Roll Call (Secretary): 
                Master:      Dan Keeley                                                       Secretary:  Betty Chipps                                                   
Member:  JoAnn Keeley                                                   Lecturer:   Sandy Shew     
==================================================================================
*****    Members present:  4,   Guests:  0,   Youth:  0  *****                 (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
___________________________________________________________________________________________
 
 
GOOD to the ORDER:   With no quorom, the next meeting was proposed for July 30th - Dan Keeley will email the membership and determine interest.  The 2nd Quarter Report was signed by Dan Keeley and Betty Chipps (with seal affixed) and witnessed by Sandy Shew (JoAnn had returned home). 
 
 
Grange closed:  at 2:00pm by Dan Keeley.
 
Next "proposed" Meeting:  July 27, 2017  (Potluck 3:30pm, Meeting 4:30pm)
 
 
                                                                                    Respectfully Submitted,
 
 
                                                                                    Betty B. Chipps,
                                                                                    Secretary



 
p.s.  Membership was not available for "proposed" meeting (above).
 
August 27, 2017  (Potluck 3:30pm, Meeting 4:30pm)

​Maplewood Grange #662 was opened on June 25, 2017,  and potluck was served at 3:30pm.  The meeting was called to order by Master, Dan Keeley at 4:25pm.  
 
The following Guest(s) present:  None                        Visitation:  None                     Members acting Pro-Tem:  None
 
Roll Call (Secretary):  ”*” indicates NOT in attendance. 
                Master:      Dan Keeley                                                       Overseer:  Don Sether   *
Steward:    Ken Fessler                                                       
Asst. Steward:   Mike Ellis  *                                             Chaplain:   Laura Ellis  *  
Lady Asst. Steward:  (vacant)                                           Gatekeeper:   (vacant)
Secretary:  Betty Chipps                                                    Ceres:      Judi Aus   *
Treasurer:  Kathie Femrite                                                 Flora:       (vacant)                                                                               Lecturer:   Sandy Shew                                                          Pomona:  Sandy Shew  
Member:  Vicki Pounds                                                      Executive Committee
Member:  JoAnn Keeley                                                    #1   (vacant)
Member:  Felipe Gonzalez                                                 #2   (vacant)
Member:  Katie Gonzalez                                                  #3   (vacant)        
==================================================================================
*****    Members present:  9,   Guests:  0,   Youth:  0  *****                 (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
___________________________________________________________________________________________
 
PROPOSALS for MEMBERSHIP
Dan Keeley has one prospective member, his brother.  Perhaps he can attend the next meeting. 
 
MINUTES:  (Secretary)   March 26, 2017 minutes - to be completed.
April 23, 2017 minutes were emailed.  Dan Keeley asked for any corrections to the minutes.  Vicki Pounds had reviewed the Grange Web page and suggested the meeting "date" be included in the Grange opening-first paragraph instead of  "on the above date."  With no corrections to the minutes, Secretary minutes stand approved as presented.
 
COMMUNICATION  (Secretary)
Oregon State Grange (OSG)

• June/July OSG Bulletin received.

 
April 20, 2017 Correspondence from  Susan Noah, Master, OSG

1. OSG CONVENTION June 24-29 (SAT-THURS)  in Florence, OR:  Information/Reg. paperwork/Enrollments

 
May 2, 2017 Correspondence from Susan Noah, Master, OSG

• OSG "traveling exhibit" 150 Years of Grange ... additional INFO see OSG June/July 2017 BULLETIN

 
May 9, 2017 "APRIL" Correspondence from  Connie Suing, OSG Youth Director

• Goodie Basket Raffle Tickets:  "Sea and be Seen in '17" theme.  (can be delivered SAT 6/24, SUN 6/25)

 
May 18, 2017  Correspondence from Susan Noah, Master, OSG

1. 2016 Community Service Report  (GOOD next  year goal)
2. Complete instructions for the 990e-postcard filing.  Questions: contact Suzy Ramm  (TUES,WED,THURS)
3. 2017 Honor Grange program and report - to be filed next year

 
June 12, 2017  Correspondence from Susan Noah, Master, OSG  (from Nat'l GR Sesquicentennial Committee)

• To be presented to Grange appointee - who heads 150th National GR Anniversary Celebration/Events.

 
June 12, 2017  Correspondence from Susan Noah, Master, OSG

1. 2nd Quarterly Report  (Membership approval required at July Meeting - due July EOM)
2. Community/Subordinate Granges - OSG Matching Grant Program (for building/hall improvements)

- Applications accepted JULY 1 - SEPT 15, 2017  ( target completion - one year ... extension allowed)

1. FLYER:  PLAN an EVENT December 1, 2,3 or 4, 2017 to Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of  the Grange

 
COMMUNICATION  (continued)
Clackamas Pomona Grange Newsletter of April 22, 2017 Meeting was circulated.
 
CLACKAMAS COUNTY FAIR and "EVENT CENTER" - March 14, 2107 corres. from Deborah Guinther
       - AG/Community invitation and (Vendor) Entry Form  (deadline 07/15/17)
 
 
TREASURER Report:  (Vicki Pounds) 
Checking ending balance is $8009.59.  After many hours spent at Wells Fargo Bank by Vicki Pounds, Kathie Femrite and husband, Doug Femrite, to switch the bank signers -  the easiest solution was to open a new account.  An old expense, 1 month bank serv. charge, was not waived.  Auto bill-pay responsibility for PGE, garbage and Wilco (fuel) has also been transferred to Vicki.  Quicken software has been brought current from January 2016 through today.
 
SECRETARY Report:  (Betty Chipps) 
1.  Clarkes Grange thank you card (circulated), for $100 "Cuddle-Cot" donation given.
2.  SUN, 5/21/17, Betty attended Sunnyside Grange's celebration of the National Grange's 150th Anniversary.   Their program included a "Food Drive," activity demos and prizes raffled.
     - Many youth were there, as well as Joyce Hooper, Cuer, and RCD member, Ed Darmouth
     - Activities included Oaky Doaks Square Dancers, teen Robotics Demo and Zumba Class Demo.
     - Spoke with Pomona Master, Ed Luttrell on "How to interject Youth into the Grange".    
      Was referred to Jacob, Ed's son, for further information and Game Board(s) availability.
 
 
COMMITTEE REPORTS
 
Agriculture (Ken Fessler):   None
 
Education (Dan Keeley):   Dan advised Education Budget this year would not maintain current programs in spite of being an increase from 2016.  School expenses are increasing rapidly for several reasons including legacy PERS retirements and medical insurance.
 
Grange Workers Activities (vacant):
 
Lecturer (Sandy Shew):   None  
 
Legislative (Dan Keeley):   Senate Bill 181A  is alive in the House Committee on Revenue.
INFO:  the bill’s language excludes (smaller) fraternal organizations like the Grange, and applies only to registered charities.  However ... many Granges (throughout Oregon) also are registered as public charities.
Despite comment from the Attorney General that it does NOT affect Granges, Grangers are encouraged to phone or email your local legislators and oppose the bill - current provisions will harm charitable organizations of all types and sizes.
 
Membership (Betty Chipps):  Dan Keeley requests members to please invite your friends and family to a potluck and meeting.  Advantages to membership includes:  half-price rentals, networking, input at the legislature, student scholarships and more.
 
Rental  (Dan Keeley):   Rentals were good in the Spring and are picking up again.
 
Veterans (Sandy Shew):  no report
 
Youth (Betty Chipps):  see Secretary Report (above).
 
 
 
 
FINISHED BUSINESS
 
ENTRANCE SIGNAGE (Dan Keeley):   Entry sign has been completed and includes a slanted frame facing the Canby-side of  Hwy 99-E; cost of improvement was $580 of which half was paid by the State Grange.  
 
STAGE WIRING  (Dan Keeley):  project completed (costs was $266.79, project estimate was $250).
 
 
OLD BUSINESS - Building Improvement and Maintenance
 
BALLROOM  FLOOR  SEALING (Dan Keeley):  An oil has been purchased and will be tested on a cleaned corner-section of the Grange dance floor.  Results will be shared at the next Grange meeting.
 
SOUTH-WEST WALL RE-SIDING (Dan Keeley):    
INFO:  Per our 2/26/17 Meeting ... the siding on the (south)West side of Grange is currently Pine siding, and does not hold paint (due to pitch).   Contractor cost is $6,100 to reside, "hardy" plank and materials are $1,500 + paint.  (At that meeting)  Don moved to apply for Grant Application to replace siding on "West" side of Grange, with "hardy plank," and including insulation and rollout; Kathie Femrite seconded. 
- Approval "pending."
 
Do we want to include insulation when we replace the SW siding with hardy-board next year? 
INFO:  This will be a building/hall improvement project whose costs are (partly) reimbursable through an application submitted to OSG between July 1- Sept. 15, 2017 under the Matching Grant Program Fund (targets completion in one year - extension can be applied for).   Dan will work-up the costs for insulation. Vicki suggested another means of reimbursement might be PGE.  Vicki will ask if PGE offers reimbursement for building insulation and/or siding replacement.
 
EXHAUST HOODS for OVER KITCHEN STOVES (Dan Keeley):  Project on-hold for 2017.  Can target for OSG Matching Grant Program Fund in 2018.
 
NEW BUSINESS
Treasurer - Bills/Receipts:   (Dan Keeley)
 
Receipt (presented by Betty Chipps):
     $290.02  check dated 5/31/17, received from OSG - represents entry sign reimbursement.
 
Expense reimbursement to Dan Keeley was presented to Treasurer:
Stage Lighting/Wiring expense:        Dan reimbursed $266.79  ($66.79 exceeded project estimate)
Mower Repair (belt & battery):        Dan reimbursed $  86.97
 
Betty Chipps moved to pay Dan for bill reimbursements, Kathie Femrite seconded, all approved via "voting sign of the order."
 
Visitations:

• OREGON STATE FAIR (AUG 25 - SEPT 4):   Grange booth volunteers needed.            

 

• SAT, August 12th, AURORA COLONY DAYS:  Parade (advertising the Grange). 

             - Chaps and Petticoats will organize the parade, Grangers will join and pass out flyers.
 
 
 
 
 
 
NEW BUSINESS  (continued)
 
1.  Cleaning Day & Special Projects: 
 
It was decided the Grange Cleaning Day would be July 23, 2017 and begin as early as 8:00am (or 9:00am for some). We will break for potluck lunch around Noon and the Grange meeting will be held 1:00 - 3:00pm.


Grangers can choose cleaning task(s) from the Custodial List of Chores, which Betty will email (again).  
 
   Special Projects    
   DRESSING ROOM set-up (downstairs)
   ROOF REPAIR on NorthEAST side of Grange (replace short screws with long roofing screws)
   
   Other Special Projects - which may take longer (than a morning) and need specific target dates: 
   Rear-Door LANDING (cement cracked and rough - remove/replace)
   Tiles (cleaned) re-grouted in LOBBY
   KITCHEN CUPBOARDS - peeling paint (sand down, clean, dry then refinish - consult Dan Keeley)
   Some UPSTAIRS WINDOWS need repair
   WOMEN'S BATHROOM - Plumbing revision (consult Dan Keeley)
 
   SHED outback - has sunk into the dirt.   It could be:  Jacked-up & re-mounted on cement blocks OR dismantled.
   INFO:  It houses a small riding lawn mower, supplies for mower maintenance & a John Deere mower (in dis-repair  and needs refurbished to use).  IF one arrives with cement blocks and a floor jack-the Shed project is answered.
   Tackling SHED - is one project  ... What to do with JOHN DEERE MOWER is another "expert" needed project.
 
   Future Special Project:  SEAL  BALLROOM  FLOOR  (takes 4 days to dry)
                                              - Floors need swept, damp mopped clean, dried and oil applied.
 
2.  POMONA GRANGE Cookie Booth Fundraiser (Clackamas County Fair):  Dan Keeley relayed volunteers will need to sign up at the June 25th meeting.  Clackamas County Fair runs from Tuesday-Saturday, August 15 - 19, 2017. 
Betty and Kathie volunteered to work the cookie booth on August 15th from 1:00-4:00pm.
 
3.  POMONA GRANGE, School Supply Chair, Ann Dickson letter:  Dan Keeley relayed Pomona would like to provide to Granges a School Supply Box and collect school supplies for distribution to local schools.  Dan is aware that supply lists vary by school.   Maplewood is interested, and will promote items needed at next meeting, July 23rd.
Dan and Betty will gather School Supply lists for Canby and North Marion school districts.
 
4.  Public Service (Dan Keeley):  Aside from offering free use of the hall to service groups (4H, scouts, etc.) we need to be of some use to the community to keep our property tax exemption.  In the past, it has at various times been:  cemetery clean-up, dictionaries for schools, roadside trash pickup, service dogs, and student scholarships (for seniors interested in Agricultural Program).  Offering a Maplewood Grange $1000-annual Scholarship to a senior interested in the Ag. Program was decided.
 
5.  Membership Dues (Betty Chipps):  OSG website list these rates:  Individual $45, Family $90, and Business $50.  OSG allows additional $5-20 in dues at the local/subordinate grange level. 
Currently Maplewood rates are:  $40 Individual, $80 Family (respectively).   Tabled till July meeting:  Do we increase our Membership Dues?
 
6.  Grange "Fun-Day" (Dan Keeley):   Last year's fun-day was spent at Canby's Slice of Summer, listening to music.  This year Canby is NOT doing the "Slice of Summer."  Grangers were interested in doing something fun.  Dan will research and email the other location(s) and date options for Grange outing.
 
NEW BUSINESS  (continued)
 
7.  Public Invitation - Celebrate 150th Anniversary of the National Grange (Betty Chipps):  
2017 is the year to celebrate the National Grange's existence since 1967.   To highlight the 150th birthday of the National Grange, OSG has mailed a "hard copy" of paper materials to educate and make public the history of the Grange.  We are asked to a.) select a Chair/co-Chair, and PLAN an EVENT December 1, 2,3 or 4, 2017 (or any other date that we choose) to Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of  the Grange!  
The "date"  (suggestions were NOV 4th or DEC 2nd) and "format" of Maplewood's "celebration" will be discussed/chosen at our JULY 23rd meeting after the Noon Potluck.
 
 
OTHER BUSINESS:   future dates for MAPLEWOOD GRANGE CALENDAR include:

• 4th Sunday,   9/17/17 - Maplewood hosts "1-4 Degree Day" for new members

 
 
 
GOOD to the ORDER:   
The OSG Summer Session is in progress - thus we are too late to enter the "Goodie Basket Raffle" that promotes Youth Activities.   JoAnn Keeley moved that Maplewood donate $40 (same as last year) to promote Grange youth, Kathie Femrite seconded, vote was unanimous.  Betty will return the raffle tickets and mail the check with a cover-letter to OSG and apologize for our delayed response.
 
 
Meeting Adjourned:  at 5:50pm by Dan Keeley.
 
Next Meeting:  July 23, 2017  (Potluck noon, Meeting approximately 1:00pm)
 
 
                                                                                    Respectfully Submitted,
 
 
                                                                                    Betty B. Chipps,
                                                                                    Secretary

​ 
Maplewood Grange #662 was opened on June 25, 2017,  and potluck was served at 3:30pm.  The meeting was called to order by Master, Dan Keeley at 4:25pm.  
 
The following Guest(s) present:  None                        Visitation:  None                     Members acting Pro-Tem:  None
 
Roll Call (Secretary):  ”*” indicates NOT in attendance. 
                Master:      Dan Keeley                                                       Overseer:  Don Sether   *
Steward:    Ken Fessler                                                       
Asst. Steward:   Mike Ellis  *                                             Chaplain:   Laura Ellis  *  
Lady Asst. Steward:  (vacant)                                           Gatekeeper:   (vacant)
Secretary:  Betty Chipps                                                    Ceres:      Judi Aus   *
Treasurer:  Kathie Femrite                                                 Flora:       (vacant)                                                                               Lecturer:   Sandy Shew                                                          Pomona:  Sandy Shew  
Member:  Vicki Pounds                                                      Executive Committee
Member:  JoAnn Keeley                                                    #1   (vacant)
Member:  Felipe Gonzalez                                                 #2   (vacant)
Member:  Katie Gonzalez                                                  #3   (vacant)        
==================================================================================
*****    Members present:  9,   Guests:  0,   Youth:  0  *****                 (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
___________________________________________________________________________________________
 
PROPOSALS for MEMBERSHIP
Dan Keeley has one prospective member, his brother.  Perhaps he can attend the next meeting. 
 
MINUTES:  (Secretary)   March 26, 2017 minutes - to be completed.
April 23, 2017 minutes were emailed.  Dan Keeley asked for any corrections to the minutes.  Vicki Pounds had reviewed the Grange Web page and suggested the meeting "date" be included in the Grange opening-first paragraph instead of  "on the above date."  With no corrections to the minutes, Secretary minutes stand approved as presented.
 
COMMUNICATION  (Secretary)
Oregon State Grange (OSG)

• June/July OSG Bulletin received.

 
April 20, 2017 Correspondence from  Susan Noah, Master, OSG

1. OSG CONVENTION June 24-29 (SAT-THURS)  in Florence, OR:  Information/Reg. paperwork/Enrollments

 
May 2, 2017 Correspondence from Susan Noah, Master, OSG

• OSG "traveling exhibit" 150 Years of Grange ... additional INFO see OSG June/July 2017 BULLETIN

 
May 9, 2017 "APRIL" Correspondence from  Connie Suing, OSG Youth Director

• Goodie Basket Raffle Tickets:  "Sea and be Seen in '17" theme.  (can be delivered SAT 6/24, SUN 6/25)

 
May 18, 2017  Correspondence from Susan Noah, Master, OSG

1. 2016 Community Service Report  (GOOD next  year goal)
2. Complete instructions for the 990e-postcard filing.  Questions: contact Suzy Ramm  (TUES,WED,THURS)
3. 2017 Honor Grange program and report - to be filed next year

 
June 12, 2017  Correspondence from Susan Noah, Master, OSG  (from Nat'l GR Sesquicentennial Committee)

• To be presented to Grange appointee - who heads 150th National GR Anniversary Celebration/Events.

 
June 12, 2017  Correspondence from Susan Noah, Master, OSG

1. 2nd Quarterly Report  (Membership approval required at July Meeting - due July EOM)
2. Community/Subordinate Granges - OSG Matching Grant Program (for building/hall improvements)

- Applications accepted JULY 1 - SEPT 15, 2017  ( target completion - one year ... extension allowed)

1. FLYER:  PLAN an EVENT December 1, 2,3 or 4, 2017 to Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of  the Grange

 
COMMUNICATION  (continued)
Clackamas Pomona Grange Newsletter of April 22, 2017 Meeting was circulated.
 
CLACKAMAS COUNTY FAIR and "EVENT CENTER" - March 14, 2107 corres. from Deborah Guinther
       - AG/Community invitation and (Vendor) Entry Form  (deadline 07/15/17)
 
 
TREASURER Report:  (Vicki Pounds) 
Checking ending balance is $8009.59.  After many hours spent at Wells Fargo Bank by Vicki Pounds, Kathie Femrite and husband, Doug Femrite, to switch the bank signers -  the easiest solution was to open a new account.  An old expense, 1 month bank serv. charge, was not waived.  Auto bill-pay responsibility for PGE, garbage and Wilco (fuel) has also been transferred to Vicki.  Quicken software has been brought current from January 2016 through today.
 
SECRETARY Report:  (Betty Chipps) 
1.  Clarkes Grange thank you card (circulated), for $100 "Cuddle-Cot" donation given.
2.  SUN, 5/21/17, Betty attended Sunnyside Grange's celebration of the National Grange's 150th Anniversary.   Their program included a "Food Drive," activity demos and prizes raffled.
     - Many youth were there, as well as Joyce Hooper, Cuer, and RCD member, Ed Darmouth
     - Activities included Oaky Doaks Square Dancers, teen Robotics Demo and Zumba Class Demo.
     - Spoke with Pomona Master, Ed Luttrell on "How to interject Youth into the Grange".    
      Was referred to Jacob, Ed's son, for further information and Game Board(s) availability.
 
 
COMMITTEE REPORTS
 
Agriculture (Ken Fessler):   None
 
Education (Dan Keeley):   Dan advised Education Budget this year would not maintain current programs in spite of
being an increase from 2016. School expenses are increasing rapidly for several reasons including legacy PERS
retirements and medical insurance.
 
Grange Workers Activities (vacant):
 
Lecturer (Sandy Shew):   None  
 
Legislative (Dan Keeley):   Senate Bill 181A  is alive in the House Committee on Revenue.
INFO:  the bill’s language excludes (smaller) fraternal organizations like the Grange, and applies only to registered charities.  However ... many Granges (throughout Oregon) also are registered as public charities.
Despite comment from the Attorney General that it does NOT affect Granges, Grangers are encouraged to phone or email your local legislators and oppose the bill - current provisions will harm charitable organizations of all types and sizes.
 
Membership (Betty Chipps):  Dan Keeley requests members to please invite your friends and family to a potluck and meeting.  Advantages to membership includes:  half-price rentals, networking, input at the legislature, student scholarships and more.
 
Rental  (Dan Keeley):   Rentals were good in the Spring and are picking up again.
 
Veterans (Sandy Shew):  no report
 
Youth (Betty Chipps):  see Secretary Report (above).
 
 
FINISHED BUSINESS
 
ENTRANCE SIGNAGE (Dan Keeley):   Entry sign has been completed and includes a slanted frame facing the Canby-side of  Hwy 99-E; cost of improvement was $580.  
 
STAGE WIRING  (Dan Keeley):  project completed (costs was $266.79, project estimate was $200).
 
 
OLD BUSINESS - Building Improvement and Maintenance
 
BALLROOM  FLOOR  SEALING (Dan Keeley):  An oil has been purchased and will be tested on a cleaned corner-section of the Grange dance floor.  Results will be shared at the next Grange meeting.
 
SOUTH-WEST WALL RE-SIDING (Dan Keeley):    
INFO:  Per our 2/26/17 Meeting ... the siding on the (south)West side of Grange is currently Pine siding, and does not hold paint (due to pitch).   Contractor cost is $1,100 to reside, "hardy" plank and materials are $1,500 + paint.  (At that meeting)  Don moved to apply for Grant Application to replace siding on "West" side of Grange, with "hardy plank," and including insulation and rollout; Kathie Femrite seconded. 
- Approval "pending."
 
Do we want to include insulation when we replace the SW siding with hardy-board next year? 
INFO:  This will be a building/hall improvement project whose costs are (partly) reimbursable through an application submitted to OSG between July 1- Sept. 15, 2017 under the Matching Grant Program Fund (targets completion in one year - extension can be applied for).   Dan will work-up the costs for insulation. Vicki suggested another means of reimbursement might be PGE.  Vicki will ask if PGE offers reimbursement for building insulation and/or siding replacement.
 
EXHAUST HOODS for OVER KITCHEN STOVES (Dan Keeley):  Project on-hold for 2017.  Can target for OSG Matching Grant Program Fund in 2018.
 
NEW BUSINESS
Treasurer - Bills/Receipts:   (Dan Keeley)
 
Receipt (presented by Betty Chipps):
     $290.02  check dated 5/31/17, received from OSG - represents entry sign reimbursement.
 
Expense reimbursement to Dan Keeley was presented to Treasurer:
Stage Lighting/Wiring expense:        Dan reimbursed $266.79  ($66.79 exceeded project estimate)
Mower Repair (belt & battery):        Dan reimbursed $  86.97
 
Betty Chipps moved to pay Dan for bill reimbursements, Kathie Femrite seconded, all approved via "voting sign of the order."
 
Visitations:

• OREGON STATE FAIR (AUG 25 - SEPT 4):   Grange booth volunteers needed.            

 

• SAT, August 12th, AURORA COLONY DAYS:  Parade (advertising the Grange). 

             - Chaps and Petticoats will organize the parade, Grangers will join and pass out flyers.
 
 
 
 
 
 
NEW BUSINESS  (continued)
 
1.  Cleaning Day & Special Projects: 
 
It was decided the Grange Cleaning Day would be July 23, 2017 and begin as early as 8:00am (or 9:00am for some). We will break for potluck lunch around Noon and the Grange meeting will be held 1:00 - 3:00pm.


Grangers can choose cleaning task(s) from the Custodial List of Chores, which Betty will email (again).  
 
   Special Projects    
   DRESSING ROOM set-up (downstairs)
   ROOF REPAIR on NorthEAST side of Grange (replace short screws with long roofing screws)
   
   Other Special Projects - which may take longer (than a morning) and need specific target dates: 
   Rear-Door LANDING (cement cracked and rough - remove/replace)
   Tiles (cleaned) re-grouted in LOBBY
   KITCHEN CUPBOARDS - peeling paint (sand down, clean, dry then refinish - consult Dan Keeley)
   Some UPSTAIRS WINDOWS need repair
   WOMEN'S BATHROOM - Plumbing revision (consult Dan Keeley)
 
   SHED outback - has sunk into the dirt.   It could be:  Jacked-up & re-mounted on cement blocks OR dismantled.
   INFO:  It houses a small riding lawn mower, supplies for mower maintenance & a John Deere mower (in dis-repair  and needs refurbished to use).  IF one arrives with cement blocks and a floor jack-the Shed project is answered.
   Tackling SHED - is one project  ... What to do with JOHN DEERE MOWER is another "expert" needed project.
 
   Future Special Project:  SEAL  BALLROOM  FLOOR  (takes 4 days to dry)
                                              - Floors need swept, damp mopped clean, dried and oil applied.
 
2.  POMONA GRANGE Cookie Booth Fundraiser (Clackamas County Fair):  Dan Keeley relayed volunteers will need to sign up at the June 25th meeting.  Clackamas County Fair runs from Tuesday-Saturday, August 15 - 19, 2017. 
Betty and Kathie volunteered to work the cookie booth on August 15th from 1:00-4:00pm.
 
3.  POMONA GRANGE, School Supply Chair, Ann Dickson letter:  Dan Keeley relayed Pomona would like to provide to Granges a School Supply Box and collect school supplies for distribution to local schools.  Dan is aware that supply lists vary by school.   Maplewood is interested, and will promote items needed at next meeting, July 23rd.
Dan and Betty will gather School Supply lists for Canby and North Marion school districts.
 
4.  Public Service (Dan Keeley):  Aside from offering free use of the hall to service groups (4H, scouts, etc.) we need to be of some use to the community to keep our property tax exemption.  In the past, it has at various times been:  cemetery clean-up, dictionaries for schools, roadside trash pickup, service dogs, and student scholarships (for seniors interested in Agricultural Program).  Offering a Maplewood Grange $1000-annual Scholarship to a senior interested in the Ag. Program was decided.
 
5.  Membership Dues (Betty Chipps):  OSG website list these rates:  Individual $45, Family $90, and Business $50.  OSG allows additional $5-20 in dues at the local/subordinate grange level. 
Currently Maplewood rates are:  $40 Individual, $80 Family (respectively).   Tabled till July meeting:  Do we increase our Membership Dues?
 
6.  Grange "Fun-Day" (Dan Keeley):   Last year's fun-day was spent at Canby's Slice of Summer, listening to music.  This year Canby is NOT doing the "Slice of Summer."  Grangers were interested in doing something fun.  Dan will research and email the other location(s) and date options for Grange outing.
 
NEW BUSINESS  (continued)
 
7.  Public Invitation - Celebrate 150th Anniversary of the National Grange (Betty Chipps):  
2017 is the year to celebrate the National Grange's existence since 1967.   To highlight the 150th birthday of the National Grange, OSG has mailed a "hard copy" of paper materials to educate and make public the history of the Grange.  We are asked to a.) select a Chair/co-Chair, and PLAN an EVENT December 1, 2,3 or 4, 2017 (or any other date that we choose) to Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of  the Grange!  
The "date"  (suggestions were NOV 4th or DEC 2nd) and "format" of Maplewood's "celebration" will be discussed/chosen at our JULY 23rd meeting after the Noon Potluck.
 
 
OTHER BUSINESS:   future dates for MAPLEWOOD GRANGE CALENDAR include:

• 4th Sunday,   9/17/17 - Maplewood hosts "1-4 Degree Day" for new members

 
 
 
GOOD to the ORDER:   
The OSG Summer Session is in progress - thus we are too late to enter the "Goodie Basket Raffle" that promotes Youth Activities.   JoAnn Keeley moved that Maplewood donate $40 (same as last year) to promote Grange youth, Kathie Femrite seconded, vote was unanimous.  Betty will return the raffle tickets and mail the check with a cover-letter to OSG and apologize for our delayed response.
 
 
Meeting Adjourned:  at 5:50pm by Dan Keeley.
 
Next Meeting:  July 23, 2017  (Potluck noon, Meeting approximately 1:00pm)
 
 
                                                                                    Respectfully Submitted,
 
 
                                                                                    Betty B. Chipps,
                                                                                    Secretary

​Maplewood Grange #662 hosted POMONA Grangers at the April meeting held on 04/23/17.  The Grange opened with potluck at 3:30pm; Master, Dan Keeley, called the meeting to order at 4:30pm with the "Opening of the Grange" ritual.   
 

• Grange Salutation (with hand motions)
• Welcoming Ceremony

 
Members acting Pro-Tem:  Steward, Christy Dumolt;  Asst. Steward, Frances "Bud" Dumolt;  Lady Asst. Steward, Leila Dumolt,  Gatekeeper, Sabra Miller;  _ _ _ _ _ _, Sarah Kingsborough (aka: Pomona Sheriff); 
Flora, ___________, Pomona, _____________, Ceres, _____________.
 
The following Guest(s) present - 15 Pomona Grangers:                    Visitation:  (none)
 
Roll Call (Secretary):  Maplewood (10)         ”*” indicates NOT in attendance. 
               
                Master:      Dan Keeley                                               Overseer:  Don Sether  
Steward:    Ken Fessler  *                                            Asst. Steward:   Mike Ellis  *                           Asst. Steward:   Mike Ellis  *                                                Chaplain:   Laura Ellis  
Lady Asst. Steward:  (vacant)                                      Gatekeeper:   (vacant)
Lecturer:   Sandy Shew                                                            Pomona:  Sandy Shew  
Secretary:  Betty Chipps                                             Ceres:      Judi Aus   *                         
Treasurer:  Kathie Femrite  (resignation given)                      Flora:       (vacant)
(pending) Treasurer:   Vicki Pounds                            Executive Committee
Member:  JoAnn Keeley                                              #1  (vacant
Members:  Felipe Gonzalez and Katie Gonzalez                      #2  (vacant)
                                                                                    #3  (vacant)
 
POMONA Visitation Roll Call (Secretary):  Grange members in attendance:
Abernethy (none),  Beavercreek (5),  Boring (0),  Clarkes (5),  Eagle Creek (0),  Frogpond (1),  Garfield (0),  Harding (0), Milwaukie (0), Molalla (0),  Redland (0),  Springwater (1),  Sunnyside (0),  Sandy (0),  Warner (3).  

***** Roll call has been taken ==================================================================================
*****    Members present:  10,   Pomona Guests:  15,   Youth:  0          *****    (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
___________________________________________________________________________________________
 
 
PROPOSALS for MEMBERSHIP:    (none)
 
Charter was draped:  (none)
 
MINUTES  (Secretary) February 26, 2017 meeting minutes were printed and available.  
Dan Keeley asked for a motion to approve the minutes. Motioned was made to accept the minutes, seconded, motion passed.
 
 
 
COMMUNICATION  (Secretary)
 
Oregon State Grange (OSG)
  March 21, 2017 Correspondence from  Susan Noah, Master, OSG

1.   2017 1st Quarter Report - Maplewood Grange, due April EOM 2017
2.   NEW Supply Order Form (revised 2.2017 - Nat'l Recognition Awards prices changed)
3.   NEW Membership Recognition Form (for 50 & 75 Year Certificates)
4.   FLYER:  "Keeping Oregon Warm" 2017 - bring to OSG Convention June 24-20, Florence

 
March 28, 2017 Correspondence from  Susan Noah, Master, OSG - Healthy Grange Workshops - May 7th

1. Abernethy Grange, 15745 S. Harley Avenue, Oregon City  97045

 
March 30, 2017 Correspondence from  Susan Noah, Master, OSG  (all below due 05/01/17)

1. CHARLES E. SPENCE Scholarship Application - Grange Member Award $500 
2. GRANGE WORKERS ACTIVITIES (GWA) Scholarship Application - College Student 
3.  MARY HELEN SAUTER RAMM Memorial Scholarship Application - Female Student Award $200
4. Marcel "MUZZY" MANDEL Memorial Scholarship (Grange members or child/grandchild of Member)

 
April 4, 2017 Correspondence from  Susan Noah, Master, OSG

1. Check $66.33 representing Maplewood's LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP and MEMORIAL share of interest-2016

 
Clackamas Pomona #1

1. 2017 POMONA/COUNTY ROSTER  (distributed  3/26/17 at Maplewood Grange Meeting)
2. Clackamas County/POMONA Grange Memo/Info  (dated 4/6/17)  from POMONA Grange Secretary, Sandi Ludi

- Pomona Meeting was yesterday,  April 22nd (SAT), at Molalla Grange beginning 10:00am
    Note:   JULY Pomona Meeting, July 22nd (SAT) at Frogpond Grange, Wilsonville
                 - OREGON STATE GRANGE CONVENTION:  June 24-29 (SAT-THURS) in Florence, OR
                - BORING/DAMASCUS GRANGE September 23 (SAT) Meeting and 5th Degree offered
                - Annual (151st) NATIONAL GRANGE CONVENTION:  November 7-11 (TUES-SAT) in Spokane, WA
                   Note:  Celebrates Nat'l Grange 150th Anniversary - 6th and 7th Degree offered
 
CLACKAMAS COUNTY FAIR and "EVENT CENTER" - March 14, 2107 Correspondence from Deborah Guinther
       - AG/Community invitation and Entry Form  (deadline 07/15/17)
     
 
TREASURER Report: (Kathie Femrite) 
Kathie indicated no report.  Dan Keeley reported Kathie was resigning her position as Treasurer and our newly elected Treasurer, is Vicki Pounds.  Bank paperwork for Vicki as check signer is pending.
 
 
OLD BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley)
 

• Entrance Signs:  Another signage frame has been fabricated facing East and another Maplewood Grange sign ordered.  Dan will apply for reimbursement under Signage Reimbursement Program that funds up-to 1/2 costs up to $350).
• Thermostat:   A relay broke to the thermostat - replacement has been ordered.  Wolfer's Heating called out to repair.
• Roofing on the North side of the Grange:  A to-do project as more/different screws are needed.

 
COMMITTEE REPORTS
 
Agriculture (Ken Fessler): 
Dan Keeley:  April 29-30, 2017 is AG  FEST at Oregon State Fairgrounds - volunteers needed.
 
Education (Dan Keeley):  Dan advised schools are still in session - be watchful for sport events and activities.
 
Grange Workers Activities (vacant):
Lecturer (Sandy Shew):   No report
 
Legislative (Dan Keeley):   Dan Keeley reported SB 181 has passed the Senate and is at the House of Representatives.  SB 181 adds "teeth" by introducing a penalty of up-to 5-years back taxes if exemption status is denied.  INFO:  Senate bill 181 requires certain non-profit organization seeking property tax exemptions to file corporation/information paperwork to support exemption claim.  
Don Sether said a lot of Grangers fundraise currently in order to afford property taxes in the US. 
Both Dan and Don encouraged us to "voice" your opinion to help "defeat" the bill.  
 
Dan suggests:  search OR Legislative Information System online to find Senate/House Bill information. 
 
Other INFO:  HB 2937-requires additional dwelling permits for accessory dwelling on land zoned exclusive farm use.  Representative Julie Parrish supports HB 3428 - that moves public employees onto Obamacare.
 
Membership (Betty Chipps):  Master, Dan Keeley, gave the following Grange introductions and "Welcome" to new members:

• JoAnn Keeley
• Felipe and Katie Gonzalez

 
Rental  (Dan Keeley):   Future rental will include a "Molly Hardin" music concert on May 13th.
 
Veterans (Sandy Shew):  no report
Youth (Don Sether):  no report
 
 
UNFINISHED BUSINESS   (Dan Keeley)
 
On April 2nd, Oregon Federation of Square and Round Dance Club (OFSRDC) hosted at Maplewood Grange an Education Scholarship fundraiser for youth.  The organization requested Maplewood "donate" the rental cost of $60.
Vicki Pounds moved that Maplewood donate the rental fee, Betty Chipps seconded, motion carried.
 
Maintenance  (Dan Keeley): 
Stage lighting needs to be replaced, estimate is $200:  includes Track lighting, Dimmer, Plug-ins, etc.
Don Sether moved to accept $200 proposal budget for Stage Lighting, Vicki Pounds 2nd, motion carried.
 
NEW BUSINESS
 
Visitations:

• SAT/SUN, April 29-30:  AG  FEST - Grange booth at State Fairgrounds, planter help needed.
• SAT, August 12th, AURORA COLONY DAYs:  Parade (advertising the Grange).

 
Treasurer - Bill/Receipts (Dan Keeley):

• Receipts include:
• $200  received from last Renter
• $200  received from last Renter
• $270  deposit from Chaps and Petticoats Square Dance Club

 

• Expense reimbursement to Dan Keeley was presented to Treasurer:
• Cash & Carry $33.49 - for paper products
• Newberg Steel $268 - materials and welding rods - for fabricating signage frame
• Wolfer's Heating $262.77 - thermostat repair

Don Sether moved to pay Dan for bill reimbursements, Vicki seconded, carried unanimously.
 
Clarkes Grange Report:  (3 women presentation)
Grange is raising money, approx. $3,000 needed, for Cuddle Cot to be placed at Willamette Falls Hospital.
Currently only two Cuddle Cots exist in Oregon at Salem and Silverton.  The hooded basket has a cooling system and regulates body temperature of stillborn baby.  Cot is placed in the room with parent and (stillborn) baby, allowing time for grieving parent(s) to feel the loss.
Don Sether's niece lost two babies and he understands the need a grieving parent has to be with the baby.
Don moved Maplewood donate $100 (payable to Clarkes Grange) to the Cuddle Cot fundraiser, Sandy seconded (adding sale of pies could raise additional funds), motion carried (5 votes, no opposed).  
 
Clarkes Grange will host a Spring Bizarre, on MAY 6th, to raise additional Cuddle Cot funds. 
INFO:   Other volunteers (the Tommy's) are raising funds to place a Cuddle Cot at OHSU.
 
Clarkes Grange is searching for volunteers with expertise in field (including Legislation field):  contact Mark Noah or Dean High.
 
GOOD to the ORDER:  
(Sarah Kingsborough) 

1. POMONA County approached Sarah to fill the County Deputy position - she has accepted the responsibility and has a goal to visit Grangers two-three times/year.
2. As Deputy, Sarah reminded Secretary the Quarterly Report had yet to be discussed this meeting and should be placed in the Secretary's Communication agenda.
3. The Oregon State Fair (begins August) needed Grange Booth volunteers for sharing of information and Membership encouragement.
4. To encourage membership attendance at the State Convention in Florence, Sarah, recommended that Maplewood donate $100 to members attending. 

Don Sether moved donation be offered, Betty seconded, motion passed (5 votes, no opposed).
 
GOOD to the ORDER:  (continued)
 
(Dan Keeley)  Judi Aus's husband, Bert, is back home recovering from heart surgery.  Secretary to send get-well card to them.
 
(Leila Dumolt)  On May 14th, from 8:00am-1:00pm, Beavercreek Grange will offer a Mother's Day Breakfast and Bazaar.
 
 
SECRETARY Quarterly Report  (Betty Chipps):  

• 1st Quarter Report was given:  three meetings in 1st Qtr and presently 19 members.  Pending a check for $183 and Master's signature, the report can be submitted timely. 

Maplewood's has circulated to attending members the Grange-Up pins and displays the Banner in our hall to encourage new member growth.  Our plan/theme to celebrate the National Grange's 150th Anniversary is pending.
 
Don Sether moved to accept the 1st Quarter Report, Kathie Femrite seconded, motion passed (7 votes).
 
 
OTHER BUSINESS:   future dates for GRANGE CALENDAR include:

• 3rd SUN, 9/17/17 (NOT 4th SUN, 9/24/17) - Maplewood hosts "Degree Day" for new members
• 3rd SAT, 9/23/17 - Boring/Damascus Grange hosts "5th Degree Day" (dinner at 6:00pm)
• 4th SUN, 10/22/17 - Maplewood hosts "POMONA" Grange Meeting.

 
 
Meeting Adjourned:  at 5:42pm with the "Closing of the Grange" by Overseer, and Chaplain gave Blessing.
 
Next Meeting:  Sunday, June 25, 2017.                                                        
 
 
                                                                                    Respectfully Submitted,
 
 
                                                                                    Betty B. Chipps,
                                                                                    Secretary

 
Master, Dan Keeley, opened Maplewood Grange #662, on the above date,  with the "Opening the Grange" Ritual at 4:40pm.   Don Sether, Overseer and Ken Fessler, Steward filled the roll.
 
Members acting Pro-Tem:  Sandy Shew, Gatekeeper; and Betty Chipps, Chaplain (due to Laura Ellis' early departure).
 
The following Guest(s) present:  JoAnn Keeley                                            Visitation:  None
 
Roll Call (Secretary):  ”*” indicates NOT in attendance. 
               
                Master:      Dan Keeley                                                       Overseer:  Don Sether  
Steward:    Ken Fessler                                                        Executive Committee #1:  (vacant)
Asst. Steward:   Mike Ellis  *                                             Chaplain:   Laura Ellis  
Lady Asst. Steward:  (vacant)                                           Gatekeeper:   (vacant)
Secretary:  Betty Chipps                                                    Pomona:  Sandy Shew  
Treasurer:  Kathie Femrite                                                 Ceres:      Judi Aus   *                                         Lecturer:   Sandy Shew                                                          Flora:       (vacant)
Member:  Vicki Pounds     
=========================================================================
*****    Members present:  8,  Guests:  1,  Youth:  0 ******                  (Mandatory – Quorum  “7”)
___________________________________________________________________________________

PROPOSALS for MEMBERSHIP:    Laura Ellis (& Mike) were welcomed today. 
Dan Keeley introduced his wife, JoAnn Keeley, and welcomed her interest in joining the Grange.  All members, knowing JoAnn, voted in favor of her membership giving the "voting sign of the order"(hand palm up).
 
Master, Dan Keeley, gave the following Grange introductions to JoAnn, as new member:

• Grange Salutation (with hand motions)
• Annual meeting password:  VISIONARY  (Gatekeeper may require for entrance).
• Master has no vote in meetings - exception:  can vote to break a tie.
• Granges are less formal today (i.e. member personal beliefs can trump Grange ritual), however, the BIBLE stays as the Grange book of faith.

 
 
MINUTES:  (Secretary) January 22, 1017 meeting minutes were emailed.  Dan Keeley asked for a motion to approve the minutes. Vicki Pounds motioned to accept the minutes, Ken Fessler seconded - all in favor, motion passed.
 
COMMUNICATION:  (Secretary)
Clackamas Pomona #1

• Clackamas/Pomona Newsletter of January 26, 2017 was circulated...special mentions:

1.  2016 GRANGE BUILDER PROGRAM Report Form due by March 1st to Pomona Master, Ed Luttrell.
2.  "GOOD DAY," the National Grange 2017 quarterly publication is available to members for $14.
3.  Beavercreek Grange Dinner/Meeting is March 18, 2017... Flyer circulated.
4.  APRIL is "Grange Month".
5.  CLACKAMAS COUNTY FAIR is August 15-19, 2017 - theme "Always in August".
6.  Resolutions due by APRIL to POMONA to be timely for STATE SESSION June 19, 2017 meeting.
         Note:  OREGON STATE GRANGE CONVENTION is JUNE 24-29 in Florence, Oregon.
 
 Oregon State Grange (OSG)

• Dan Keeley:  2017 Oregon State Grange Roster 2/28/17 letter from OSG Master, Susan Noah

- placed  in Maplewood Grange's locked storage cabinet.

• Don Sether:  Oregon State Grange hosting 151st National Grange Convention in Spokane - November 7th-11th, 2017 in Spokane, Washington.

1.  Election of Officers
2.  National 6th Degree ceremony
3.  2017 celebrating 150th Anniversary of National Grange (is December 4th):   
National Membership Drive/Promotion is this year's purpose. 
-   "GRANGE-UP '17...Engage, Connect, Celebrate" promotional pins were handed out.
-   State Grange will Award the Granges leading in percentage of "new" memberships:
    1st Place - Grand Prize:        $750
    2nd Place:                              500
    3rd Place:                             $250
    DISTRICT's with one/more new members will be served an Ice Cream Social by State Grange.
      
 TREASURER Report: (Kathie Femrite) 
Kathie indicated she is over-extended in her family life and wishes to resign.  Kathie suggested Vicki Pounds be nominated to the Treasurer position.  Don Sether motioned we elect Vicki Pounds as Treasurer of Maplewood Grange, Ken Fessler seconded - motion passed by unanimous consent.
 
Currently Dan Keeley and Kathy Femrite are check signers.  Don Sether motioned we elect Dan Keeley and Vicki Pounds as checking account signers, Ken Fessler seconded - motion passed.
 
 
SECRETARY Report:  (Betty Chipps)  - no additional communication or reports.
 
 
COMMITTEE REPORTS
 
Agriculture (Ken Fessler): 
Don Sether:  In Clackamas County WASPS were introduced into "Brown Marmorated Stink-Bug" population and are controlling the reproduction by eating their eggs. 
 
Don Sether:  Requested Dan Keeley enter the "Agriculturalist of the Year" as Maplewood's Award nominee.
 
Dan Keeley:  April 29-30, 2017 is AG  FEST at Oregon State Fairgrounds - volunteers needed.
 
Education (Dan Keeley):  Dan reported (from publication dated 2/1/17): 
Oregon City High School raised graduation rate from low 70's to approx. 95% by:

• Program where teachers show interest in students.
• Students behind are assigned a Mentor - kids get attention and help.

 
Grange Workers Activities (vacant):
 
 
Lecturer (Sandy Shew):  Remember "Rosie the Rivoter"   
 
Legislative (Dan Keeley):   OSG Legislative Day at Salem, State Capital, is April 18th.
 
Don Sether reported:  State Grange needs people to attend Legislature session(s) to report on Grange policies ... Dan Keeley is interested.
 
Dan Keeley reports: 
Lobbying can be good...re:  legislation requiring 20-yr old cars to smog control was dropped.

1. Measure 97 - Tax on Net Revenue, NOT on Profits measure was voted down.
2. State is in Session:  possible tare (weight measure) rate hike in near future.
3. Legislature wants to get rid of Measure 50 Law and add approximately $3,000 to each property tax holder.
4. Road Taxation from Gas Tax to Mile Tax is proposed.

 
 
Membership (Betty Chipps):  no report
 
Rental  (Dan Keeley):  Rentals are down this winter, Dan Keeley suggests perhaps rates are too high.  Perhaps we need to advertise more that Grange rentals are available.
 
Veterans (Sandy Shew):  no report
Youth (Don Sether):  no report
 
 
OLD BUSINESS  (Dan Keeley)

• LEAD TEST:  Passes (with only trace particles found).   Dan will mail Laura Ellis these results to satisfy Food Handler requirements.

 
 
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
 

• ENTRANCE SIGNAGE (Dan Keeley):

OSG Signage Reimbursement Program offers $300+ to improve Grange signage.  Existing street sign is NOT square to the road.  Dan suggests we slant/rotate the framing to increase visibility to Canby-side of roadway.  Application submission due 5/31/17.
Don Sether moved to replace/move outside signage & framing and apply for Grant, Kathie Femrite seconded - motion passed.
 

• Roof Repair-North Side (in need of longer screws):  placed on hold per 1/22/17 Meeting with Don Sether presiding.

 
UNFINISHED BUSINESS  (continued)
 

• Exhaust Hoods for over Stoves:  Per Don Sether, "Request for Grant" due by 05/01/2017.

Grant gives up to 50% or a maximum of $5,000.
 
Cleaning Day ... to be scheduled.
 
 
NEW BUSINESS
 
Visitations:

• Saturday, March 18th:  Beavercreek Grange - St. Patricks Day Dinner 5:00 - 7:00pm
• Thursday, March 23rd:  Salem Capital AG Luncheon

Don Sether:  help Bud Dumolt, POMONA - Legislature & Lobbyists invited - come get acquainted.

• Tuesday, April 18th:  Legislative Day comes to Grange Meeting at State Capitol.
• SAT/SUN, April 29-30:  AG  FEST - Grange booth at State Fairgrounds, planters needed
• SAT, July 15th:  HOP Festival in Hubbard:

-  Dan Keeley suggests the Grange participate with the Chaps & Petticoats Square Dance Club in this local event:  Parade (advertising the Grange), also Food Booth.
 
Treasurer - Bill/Receipts (Dan Keeley):

• $200  received from last Renter
• $200  received from Valley River Dancers for New Years 2017
• $  20 Membership (cash donation) was given to Treasurer.

 

• Expense reimbursement to Dan Keeley for $269.65:

(includes:  $71 roof screws, $50 Water Test, $49 Website renewal, $27.83 Parr Lumber (bulbs), $20 lightbulbs, $12 men's toilet hinges, $15.94 and more)
Betty Chipps motioned to approve expense reimbursement to Dan Keeley of $269.65, Don Sether seconded, motion passed with unanimous consent.
 

• Fire and General Liability Insurance renews through Country Financial for $1,893.

Don Sether moved to approve Fire and General Liability through Country Financial, Betty Chipps seconded, motion passed with unanimous consent.
 

• Dan Keeley inquired on Fiduciary Liability Insurance  (aka: Errors and Omissions Bond) through Country Financial, premium was approx. $200.  Don Sether indicated same insurance is offered through Oregon State Grange for approx. $50. 

Betty Chipps motioned to obtain Fiduciary Bond through Oregon State Grange (fee $99), Don Sether seconded, motion passed with unanimous consent.
 
 
Maintenance  (Dan Keeley): 
Dan has research Siding repair project for (south)West side of Grange as current siding is Pine, which does not hold paint (due to pitch).   Contractor cost is $1,100 to reside, "hardy" plank and materials are $1,500 + paint. 
Don moved to apply for Grant Application to replace siding on "West" side of Grange, with "hardy plank," and including insulation and rollout; Kathie Femrite seconded. 
- Approval "pending."
 
Grange Banner (advertisement that hangs on West-side of Grange) is weathered and fading.  Dan indicated cost to replace would be $120.  Don Sether suggested we check on a "metal" Grange sign - probably just an additional $20.  Another suggestion was to move the Grange Banner to the front of the Grange (now that the church signage no longer occupies the space).
Dan will check on "metal" Grange signage cost(s).
 
OTHER BUSINESS:   future dates for MAPLEWOOD GRANGE CALENDAR include:

• 4th Sunday,   9/24/17 - Maplewood hosts "Degree Day" for new members
• 4th Sunday, 10/22/17 - Maplewood hosts "POMONA" Grange Meeting.

 
 
Meeting Adjourned:  at 5:50pm with the "Closing of the Grange" reading.
 
Next Meeting:  March 26, 2017
 
 
                                                                                    Respectfully Submitted,
 
 
                                                                                    Betty B. Chipps,
                                                                                    Secretary