Grange was opened with potluck served at 3:30pm, the meeting was called to order at 4:30pm by 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.
2. Stage wiring - pending.
4. Women's bathroom plumbing revision - 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
1. 2017 Membership renewal check (included $10 donation) from Adin Hester was presented to Treasurer.
1. Storage Shed (outback) was jacked up and placed on blocks on Sept. 1st.
2. 150th Anniversary Party Flyer - is completed.
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.
Dessert or Salad (Sandy), plus what others bring. The meeting time is 4:30pm.
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.
Betty Chipps moved to pay for bill reimbursements, Kathie Femrite seconded, all approved via "voting sign of the order."
1. Dish Pans - replacements have been purchased.
2. Filter to Mr. Coffee: Katie Gonzales has an extra filter.
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."
- Benefits: Legacy Emanuel Hosp. and OHSU Hosp.
4th SUN, 11/26 - Grange Meeting??
- celebrates 150 years of the National Grange!
Meeting Adjourned: at 5:35pm by Dan Keeley.
Grange meeting change! April meeting will be April 28 at the masters home. 5975 Buyserie Road NE, St. Paul.
​Spring Cleaning day April 18 starting at 10 AM.
Senate Bill 210. This bill is a repeat of a bill we defeated last session. If passed this legislation would require that every Non Profit organization in Oregon submit an annual statement to your county assessor to determine your exemption from paying property tax. If you miss it you are pretty much out of luck.
Representative Drazan will conduct a town hall meeting April 25, 6:30 at Warner Grange. Legislature is in session, come give some input for your Representative.
​ Canby Scout Troop 271 is continuing meetings at Maplewood. Have a student interested in learning about the real world and how to live in it? Call Mindy Ferriss at 503-683-1182.
Zumba sessions continue weekdays at 6:00. Great exercise! Add a little spice to your life and enjoy refreshing herbalife products after.