Romanum Senate Minutes
December 11, 2022
11:00 AM SLT
Present:
Regent Tybalt Galtier-Caproni
Senate Lead Ras Galtier Parthicus
Senators: Pontifex Maximus ƤЄƬƦƲƧ ƓƝƛЄƲƧ ƤƠMƤЄƖƲƧ, ƛƲŔЄԼƖƲŞ ƤӇƠЄƝƖҲ, Boby Galtier Leone Collingwood, Jonny Galtier-Caproni, Tiberivs Galtier, Zarek Antonius and Nero Antonius Octavius Drakon by his proxy Janu Octavius
Others in attendance: Ariel Vindelici, Stendhra Ptolemeus, Dax Parthicus-Britannicus, Janu Octavius, Dakota Numitoria, Holmes Karu
Guard: Claudius Antonius Paullus
Minutes: Jonny Galtier-Caproni
Opening of Senate Meeting
Senate Lead Ras called the meeting to order at 11:02 AM SLT and welcomed those present.
Roll Call of Senators
Ras Galtier Parthicus: Present
ƛƲŔЄԼƖƲŞ ƤӇƠЄƝƖҲ: Present
Eryx Etchegaray-Drake: Absent
ѕץяus Etchegaray- Đяαkє: Absent
ƤЄƬƦƲƧ ƓƝƛЄƲƧ ƤƠMƤЄƖƲƧ:: Present
Zarek Antonius: Present
Tiberivs Galtier: Present
Jonny Galtier-Caproni: Present
Boby Galtier Leone Collinwood: Present
Nҽɾσ Aɳƚσɳιυʂ Oƈƚαʋιυʂ Dɾαƙσɳ: Janu Octavius as Proxy for Senator Nero: Present
Opening Prayers
The Senate Lead called on Pontifex Maximus ƤЄƬƦƲƧ ƓƝƛЄƲƧ ƤƠMƤЄƖƲƧ to open the meeting with prayers. The Pontifex Maximus saluted the Emperor and wished him and his ailing husband a Happy New Year.
The Pontifex Maximus led the meeting in prayer for those who are sick: Regulus and Prince Jin. He asked us to remember those who have passed away from us and are now freed from the burden of earthly life to wander peacefully across the fields of Elysium.
He asked us also to remember those who, with tears and sweat of blood, have to endure a terrible war that a ruler here in Europe has brought over a neighboring country.
The Pontifex Maximus continued his prayers: “Illustrious son of Saturn and Ops, king of the gods, ruler over Olympus and the god of sky and thunder in myth. Great Protector of the Republic, I plead for Your blessings upon us and be with us.”
"O Great Father, protector of Rome and her People, finally we ask your blessing for your twin cities of Pompeii and Romanum. May they co-exist in continued love and friendship.”
The Pontifex Maximus then prayed: “May my actions reflect well on the people I hold dear, and may I never bring disgrace or dishonor on my family, my friends and the Gods! Jupiter, father and guardian of mankind, descended from Saturnus, to You is given the care of our fate.
My destiny, we will accept. I fear not the winding road before me, for you have laid it down for me. I fear not the darkness of the unknown, for your hand will guide me. I fear not the silence, for your voice speaks inside us.”
Internal Senate Matters
The Regent began this discussion by thanking Senate Lead Ras and Senator Jonny Galtier-Caproni for making sure that last month’s meeting proceeded when he could not be here, and stated that he is glad to be back. He officially welcomed new Senators Tiberivs Galtier, Boby Galtier Leone Collinwood and Jonny Galtier-Caproni. He thanked Senator Zarek Antonius for providing Senator outfits to the new Senators.
The Regent apologized for information broadcast about Maurice Wild Sandovar, that was sent at the Regent’s request and in good faith but was an error. This was a reference to a notice stating the Maruice had died ((in real life)). The Regent had spoken to him the day before the meeting and he is in good health and taking a break. Stendhra Ptolemeus stated that he had also spoken to Maurice and that would be back ((online)) in a few days.
The Regent advised the meeting that the Senators had met earlier in the morning and discussed a few topics (problems and ideas), which they would continue discussing. But with the holidays fast approaching, he indicated that in this meeting we will focus on the fun of the season and upcoming events during the next two weeks.
Matters arising for discussions as proposed on the floor by Senators
Senate Lead Ras asked whether there are matters arising for discussions as proposed on the floor by Senators.
Senator Zarek Antonius advised that there will be a Saturnalia party for the people of Romanum, which is under discussion with the Regent and the family will soon advise of the official date and time.
Religious Life
The Senate Lead invited the Pontifex Maximus to comment.
The Pontifex Maximus said that the most important thing is right before us on Friday December 16. He stated that the Saturnalia begins at 11:30 A.M. that day. It will be opened at the Temple of Saturn together with the Pontifex Maximus of Pompeii and himself. This will be followed by a dinner at the Forum, of the King of Saturnalia, appointed by the Regent, and that we have a small surprise, a small play in Pompeii. More precise dates will be transmitted.
The Pontifex Maximus went on to state: “Unfortunately, I can't report anything new about further religious life in Rome. We have many temples and no priests, so nothing has changed...”
The Senate Lead asked if there were any questions.
Stendhra Ptolemeus stated that he will will talk to Pontifex Maximus Petrus about a religious event in the palace at the end of January. He added that Maurice Wild Sandovar has built an Auditorium in Romanum II to give some conferences. He observed that perhaps it could be a way to talk about religious life and maybe a way to recruit new flamens.
The Pontifex Maximus responded: “I definitely can't talk about January right now, other than what we more or less decided in the internal Senate session that we would combine the next public Senate session with New Year's Day, which means a celebration at the Temple of Jupiter, but that has yet to be discussed in detail by us…. It is the second Sunday in January.”
Tribunes
There was no report on the activities of the Tribunes.
Upcoming Events
The Regent gave an overview of the information he has about upcoming events in Romanum and Pompeii.
He stated:
"Saturnalia 2022
Day 1 Friday 16th
Saturnalia begins Dec 16 at the temple of Saturn
11:30 AM SLT Opening ceremony in tandem with Pompeii
followed by the Traditional RP Banquet & announcement
Of the Saturnalia King In the Forum.
Followed By a theatrical presentation In Pompeii (Location TBA)
Then back to Club Romanum for OOC/IC Saturnalia Kick off party
Day 2 Saturday 17th
9 AM Saturnalia Chariots
10 AM Saturnalia Gladiators
11AM Ruins (undetermined)
1 PM Saturnalia Feast at the Palace (IC)
RP with the Saturnalia King
Special decor by Ras
Music/ Dancing with DJ TONY
DAY 3 Sunday 18th
10 AM Saturnalia at the Tavern (IC)
1:30 Legion TBA (undetermined)
INDIVIDUAL GROUPS can & should send announcement Notices
containing specifics to their portion of the events. I.e. the Collegium/Gladiators/ Palace."
The Regent asked if anyone had additions or corrections.
Stendhra Ptolemeus stated: "We will have a Saturnalia party in the Ballroom of the Imperial Palace of Romanum, Saturday 17 December from 1pm to 3pm slt. The Ballroom has been set up by Ras, with DJ Tony providing the music and Ejix and the King of the day also working hard to ensure this event is a success. You are all welcome. I would like to emphasize the importance of attending the events planned for Saturnalia because it is a moment of joy, of sharing which allows us to meet for moments of fun in order to better start the new year to come. Thanks to all."
The Pontifex Maximus than announced a skating party: “I just want to mention that I don't have a dinner party on Thursday but there is an ice rink in the park downstairs. I'm starting a swinging ((Christmas)) party there at the usual time which means Roman dress isn't required. I would be happy to see many show up in some sort of ((Christmas)) garb.” It is on Thursday December 15th at 12 noon SLT. Invitations will be sent in Romanum and Pompeii chat.
After the Regent asked about the Legion’s plans, Legatus Ariel Vindelici explained that the Legion party “is at the Castellum Stephanos on Sunday, December 18 at 1:30 P.M. SLT, free for everyone, IC, with Ariel as DJ and some snow too.”
The Regent said that people have a lot of topics and ideas coming up and he is looking forward to an amazing Saturnalia. And there are a lot of ideas in the works after the holidays. He wished everyone Io Saturnalia.
Adjournment
Senate Lead Ras stated that the next Senate meeting will be held on Sunday January 8, 2023 at 11am SLT. The Senate Lead thanked everyone for their attendance and involvement and then declared the Senate meeting adjourned