1. The October 10, 2017 Council meeting was called to order at 7:39 PM by GK Rode
2. Warden’s Report on Membership Cards by Jim Grube
3. Opening Prayer offered by GK Rode
4. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
5. Roll Call of Officers
Office Name Pres Office Name Pres
Chaplain Vacant Vac Advocate Tom Silver P
Grand Knight John Rode P Warden Jason Touw A
Dep.Grand Eugene Dust A Inside Jose A Knight Guard Rodriguez-Belerrari
Chancellor Tom Murphy A Outside Guard Pat Karn p (8:33)
Recorder Jim Grube P Trustee 3 Year Dave Stumpf P
Financial Ed Hagerty P Trustee 2 Year Bill Swing A Secretary
Treasurer Mark Mertens P Trustee 1 Year Earl Forrence P
Lecturer Marty Dehen A
Present: 8 Absent: 6
6. Non-Officer Council Members in Attendance (9 members present for votes): Dan Cincoski, Mike Leuer (left after presenting his issue of interest)
7. Knights of Columbus Guests: Father Steve stopped in at 7:55 PM to thank the Council for all our efforts on behalf of the Parish.
8. Opening Ode: The Council dispensed with the opening ode.
9. Chaplain’s Report: None
10. Reading of Minutes of Previous Meeting: The record of the Council finances and actions of the September 12, 2017 General Membership meeting was approved.
11. Report of Admission Committee and Reading of Applications: Dave Stumpf presented a Form 100 for William Moreland, who went through RCIA this past year.
12. Balloting for Membership (new, readmission. reapplications, transfers): The Council voted unanimously to accept William Moreland’s application.
13. Initiations: All 3 degrees will occur at St. Joseph the Worker Parish in Maple Grove on October 26. William Moreland will be offered an opportunity to attend this exemplification opportunity.
14. Grand Knight’s Report:
15. Treasurer’s Report: The Council account balance was $7,232.11 as of October 10, 2017. Motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report was approved.
16. Financial Secretary’s Report: Total Receipts reported for the period: $1,733.08 (1 batch). Total Disbursements reported for the period: $503.92(2 Vouchers – $243.92 and $260.00). Motion to accept the Financial Secretary’s report was approved
Motion to pay the Council bills was approved
17. Grand Knight Reading of Treasurer’s Receipts, Financial Secretary Vouchers for Deposit – See Financial Secretary’s Report, #16 above.
18. Report of Auditors and Trustees – No report
19. Chancellor’s Report on Vocations – No report
20. Service Program Committee Reports
Program Director: Dave Stumpf – No report
Church Director: Earl Forrence – No report
Vocations: Tom Silver – No report
Council Service Director: Ed Ayd – No report
Culture of Life Director: Unassigned – No report
Public Relations: Jason Touw – No report
Family Service Director: Jim Grube – No report
Youth Activity Director: Unassigned – No report
Membership: Dan Cincoski – No report
Recruitment: John Rode – No report
Retention: Jim Grube – No report
Lecturer: Marty Dehen – No report
HNOJ Life Commission: No report
21. Report of the Round Table Chairman – Not applicable
22. Report of Standing Committees – No report
23. Unfinished Business
1 Fall Festival Report – Dan Cincoski reported that the festival grossed approximately $50,000 with an approximate $20,000 net profit. Dan noted that although the festival committee wanted to make sure there was enough food for attendees, there was too much corn left over (1,000+/- ears). Dan offered that we may wish to consider an al a carte menu next year.
2 October 10 Big Little Dinner – Grand Knight Rode reported there was a good turnout of Knights to support the dinner (8) and all seemed to go well.
3 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Challenge Site – Bill Swing, via email to the Council dated October 15, reported that the Wayzata Council will be holding its local competition on Sunday, January 21 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, and have invited our Council to join them. At the same time Earl Forrence will discuss the issue with Father Steve to see if we will be allowed to sponsor the challenge at Holy Name for the Parish.
4 District Deputy Report of August 8, 2017 – Grand Knight Rode reported District Deputy Swing had submitted a written report since he could not attend the meeting. Grand Knight Rode indicated this is a good way for Bill to keep in touch even when he cannot attend.
5 Bill Swing Volunteer Opportunity – This issue was introduced to the Council in September. Grand Knight Rode indicated he will get in touch with Bill.
6 First Degree Scheduling – Grand Knight Rode referred to District Deputy Swing’s written report that noted 1st Degree exemplifications will occur on: October 26 at St. Joseph the Worker Parish in Maple Grove, and October 28 at St. Peter’s Parish in North St. Paul.
7 Rosaries for the Adoration Chapel – Earl Forrence reported he has ordered one dozen black and one dozen white rosaries for the Adoration Chapel and is awaiting delivery.
8 Coats for Kids – Financial Secretary Ed Hagerty reported he has the coats and will coordinate delivery. Dan Cincoski noted he will ask the Women’s Knitting Club to see if they would like to knit caps and mittens.
24. New Business.
1 October 10, 2017 Pancake Breakfast – Financial Secretary Hagerty reported that the breakfast netted $1,209 ($1,713 in revenues and $504 in expenses). Motion to give $500 each to The Cradle of Hope, the Archdiocese of St. Paul-Minneapolis and Southwest Options for Women was approved. Discussion ensued regarding the continued use of PayPal for those who wish to use credit cards. Financial Secretary Hagerty will look to see if the Council has a device for future use.
2 Communications Knight Needed – Grand Knight Rode reported Jason Touw is transferring to the Bloomington Council so a replacement is needed. Grand Knight Rode reported Matt Mamura is familiar with websites, and he will be meeting with Matt at 8:00 PM October 24 at Grand Knight Rode’s home.
3 Memorial Mass in November- The Mass is to be held at St. Anne’s in Hamel at 7:00 PM November 14. This conflicts with our November Council meeting so Bill Swing will represent our Council (no Council Members died this past year).
4 Field Agent Update – Grand Knight Rode reported General Agent Ben Schleicher continues to look for Dave Novack’s replacement.
5 Christmas Party Planning – Discussion ensued regarding the date and location of the upcoming Christmas party. It is anticipated Vic Tarnowski will again host the event at his home. Motion to have Forester’s Catering cater the meal was approved. We are to provide our own beverages. Note: In an email from Bill Swing dated October 15, Bill volunteered to accept whatever tasks we wish to assign him.
6 Mike Leuer Presentation Regarding Adam Roden Benefit – Mike presented flyers advertising an October 14 spaghetti dinner and benefit for Adam Roden. Mike noted that Adam is the husband of Kristen, Mike’s brother’s daughter. In spring 2015, at age 30 Adam was diagnosed with ALS. The dinner and benefit will be at St. Albert’s Parish Center from 4:00 to 9:00 PM. Motion to donate $100 to the Adam Roden benefit was approved.
7 Council Social Event – Grand Knight Rode reminded Council members the event is to occur October 17 from 7:00 to 10:00 PM at Latuff’s. The Council will purchase the pizzas and members will have to pay for their beverages.
8 District 53 Meeting – Grand Knight Rode reported the next District 53 meeting of Grand Knights will occur December 7 at Holy Name.
9 Use of Council Funds – Discussion ensued regarding the possible use of Council funds. It was noted the current Council account balance is approximately $7,000 and an additional $3,000 will be coming in after New Year as Council dues start to come in. Earl Forrence volunteered to speak with Chuck Grabowski to determine if some kitchen equipment could be repaired as opposed to replaced.
25. Report of the Fourth Degree – Dan Cincoski reported that the next 4th Degree exemplification will occur October 21 in Marshall. Dan also reported the November 16 Memorial Mass will be held at Holy Name at 6:00 PM with the Assembly dinner to be held immediately thereafter ($15 per ticket).
26. Field Agent’s Report – No report
27. District Deputy’s Report – District Deputy Bill Swing submitted a written report to the District 53 Grand Knights highlighting upcoming activities for October.
28. Good of the Order:
Christopher “Kip” Walker and wife Susan
Father Marty Fleming
Dick and Alice Hargarten
Jerry Sisk
George Laurance
Tom Silver
Paul Silver (Tom Silver’s brother)
Dave Brinza
Dave Novack on his transition in his new Field Agent assignment
Ben Schleicher in his new role as General Agent for the KC’s and his search for new Field Agents
Father Steve
Those suffering from the effects of natural disasters
Those victims and survivors of the Las Vegas shooting incident
Those preparing for marriage
Those in troubled marriages
The unborn and pro-life
Prayers of thanks for Pope Francis
All Bishops, Priests and Religious
The unemployed and those seeking work
Troubled youth
In thanksgiving for prayers answered
For all Brother Knights and their families in need of our prayers
Candidates for vocations
Police officers
Armed Forces
All 1st responders
29. Closing Prayer: The closing prayers were offered at 9:08 PM.
30. Closing Ode: The Council dispensed with the closing ode.
31. Meeting Adjourned: The meeting was adjourned at 9:09 PM.
Closing Reminders: Social event – October 17
Respectfully submitted,
Jim Grube, Recording Secretary