Brethren,

Well it seems that we are off to a great start to the 2010 Masonic year. It looks like we are all set to replace the HVAC system with new energy efficient equipment that will save the lodge a great deal of money. New carpet in the foyer and stretching the carpet in the lodge room will give a great impression to the members and visiting brothers to our lodge. These improvements are just the physical improvements. The motto of Mantua Lodge is “The Friendly Lodge”. New carpet and a warm or cool building are just the cosmetic trappings. The brothers are the heart and soul of the lodge. Be the first to extend your hand to greet a visiting brother or a long time member. Remember, you have promised to befriend every brother. I look forward to a continued exciting year.

Fraternally,
Arlie A. Schiermeier
Worshipful Master

                        Important Announcement

At the February communication, we are going to be voting to replace and upgrade the heating and cooling systems in the lodge. This will be done with the help of a program from the State of New Jersey. This program pays for 80% of the cost to upgrade the equipment. The presentation at the January meeting discussed the cost savings that the lodge would see over the next few years. The approximate cost savings of the equipment thru this program is about $30,000 over the cost of what it would cost without the program.

Worshipful Master
Arlie A. Schiermeier