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June 17, 2025

A reminder about elections was sent to the Secretary. This included the online process of entering At Large voters for Grand Lodge. We can have up to three. Grand Lodge kicks off on Thursday. Currently we know of no one that is able to go to Grand Lodge to represent Jeptha.
It appears Brian started on the faucet.
Dave was reminded to check into the Easter Bunny costume. Pulling in the walls was discussed but it’s going to depend on availability. Likely to be pushed to fall.
Tom complimented Greg and all the other brothers who filled in at the last meeting. They all did a really good job.
Tracy is going to be leaving in July and August. Brian always took care of the lawn while Tracy is gone. It was brought up that if anyone sees it getting out of hand to just to get the word out. Dan said he’d do it if Brian can’t.
Meals on Wheels was brought up. We’re not sure when we have it next. Galen will check in with Brian about it.
Education Officer Tom Lewis shared “A Brief History of the Grand Lodge of South Dakota” from the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Assn., Wikipedia, and the Grand Lodge of South Dakota.

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