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Home of Past Grand Exalted Ruler Malcolm J. McPherson Jr.

        Malcolm J. McPherson Jr.

         Past Grand Exalted Ruler

 The 2020 Fall Conference

I first would like to say that I hope everyone is doing well and staying safe during this COVID pandemic that we are all facing in our everyday lives. I want you all to know how much I miss being able to physically see each and every one of you. I sincerely appreciate the hard work you are all doing to advance our order during this difficult and unprecedented time. I doubt any of us ever imagined we would see such a pandemic in our lifetime.

After many long and difficult discussions, a decision has been made to POSTPONE/CANCEL our 2020 Fall Conference that was to be held at the Ocean Place Resort, in Long Branch, NJ from November 13 to November 15. We take seriously our responsibilities to protect the members of our Association and their families. We want nothing more than to have the opportunity to see our friends in a safe and enjoyable environment but, unfortunately, given the limitations imposed as the result of COVID 19 in the State of New Jersey and the resulting uncertainty as to what sort of event may be possible, if any, it was decided that the risks and anticipated limitations of having the fall conference compelled the action being taken. This decision was made in consultation with and the concurrence of our State President, Peggy Berry, our Convention State Chairman James Brusgard, and the representatives of Ocean Place and I thank them for their advice and concern.

Nevertheless, the work of our State Association must go on, and the decision has also been made to only hold a business meeting session on Saturday, November 14th (the location and time of the business session to be announced). It is important for us to hold our business session to discuss the activities and progress of our state committees, review and approve various budgets, allow the lodges to make their donations to the various committees, hold the eleven o’clock and flag salute contests and address any other issues that may properly come before the Association., Anyone with any questions is encouraged to contact our State President Peggy Berry or our Convention State Chairman, James Brusgard. This action is being taken for what is believed to be in the best interest of the members of the New Jersey State Elks Association, and your understanding will be appreciated.

Stay Safe,

Malcolm J. McPherson, Jr.

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