It was a great first meeting with the 2026 officers at the helm! Here is what was accomplished.
- Everyone enjoyed a chicken and yellow rice dinner prepared by Dee Marshall
- Three first time visitors (Brothers Stamberger, Reeves and Chamberland) were welcomed and presented a Lodge coin.
- R∴W∴ Howard Knapp received his 40 year certificate and pin.
- Brother Steven Stamberger from St. Pete Lodge gave a wonderful presentation on the importance of ritual.
- R∴W∴ Howard Knapp reported that repairs on the elevator should be finished next week.
- R∴W∴ Howard Knapp reported that Hurricane Recovery efforts are moving forward nicely.
- W∴ Bobby Burkett gave a 2025 year end Treasurer’s report.
- R∴W∴ Howard Knapp read the audit committees report which found the 2025 financial books in good order.
R∴W∴ Howard Knapp gave a short presentation on the History of Prince Hall Masonry
- The craft donated $140 from the Charity Fund to the American Lung Assn. in memory of R∴W∴ Tom Cox
- The craft approved the printing of 1000 Gulf Beach Lodge specific brochures for PR & Publicity.
- The craft approved renting a table at Pilgrimage Day March 21st