Meeting was called to order by Club President Harrison.
Attendance: James Harrison, Gene Ellis, David Shaw, Mike Matthews, Jon Fontenot, Karen Stagner, David Leigh, Lou Griffin, John Corsi
Guest: DG Randy Sepulvado
Song by Lion Leigh, in lieu of Lion Corsi – you had to be there …
Pledge by Lion Fontenot
Prayer by DG Randy Sepulvado
Exercise Program: We really needed it – after two weeks without our BLC exercise!
Joke – A story about an old man and “soup” / Plate Spin by President Harrison
Announcements –
– belated Happy Birthday to Lion Fontenot; and early Birthday wishes to Lion Corsi – all together in song.
– Board Meeting scheduled for next meeting (March 4) – one topic will be the new LCI event and insurance rules.
– Stampede is coming right along – only two months away!
– Reminder: Belton Lion Ball Caps are available – $20 each
Presentation –
Lions Club International has instituted a program “New Voices” to acknowledge Lion Service. DG Randy Sepulvado nominated Lion Karen Stagner; and presented her with a framed award from LCI – Thank You!
Stampede Update –
– DG Randy Sepulvado presented the Club with a Point Man Sponsorship – funded by himself; and District 2-x3
– We have six (6) registrants: 2-12 mile; 2-30 mile; 1-50 mile; 1-55 mile – this is about normal for this time.
– Secretary Challenge: Prize is a hand-made fused & stained glass kaleidoscope to the Club Member that brings in the most number of Sponsors – regardless of level – minimum to qualify = five (5).
Name Badges –
– Name Badges are being ordered – everyone will have a name badge – list is attached to this email.
– Existing badges 3 ½” / New badges 2 ½”
– Occupation is required field on new badges – please advise preferred occupation listing
Facebook Member Focus –
– Name Badges are being ordered – everyone will have a name badge – list is attached to this email.
– Existing badges 3 ½” / New badges 2 ½”
– Occupation is required field on new badges – please advise preferred occupation listing
Facebook Member Focus –
– Each month, we will spotlight one member – photo, who they are and why they are a Belton Lion.
– Who’s Who form is attached to this email and will be available at lunch meetings.
BLC Lions Club Vests –
– Gold Lion vests are available to order @$39.95 each, plus shipping (includes Club personalization on back).
– Vest information is attached to this email and will be available at lunch meetings.
– Optional: After your vest is received – we can have your name embroidered, above the patch – locally.
USA Flag Program –
– As of February 25th, we have received 98 renewals (roughly half from 2020 have renewed.
– 2nd Reminder letter (email) was sent Saturday 2/6/2021 (116 emails)
– Soft roll-out delivery of USA flags begins today. Each week, a new updated list will be provided for each route.
– Lion Shaw offered support and advice for any “new” installs.
– The Club ordered and has received an additional inventory of 50 USA flags. Lion Stagner will have these available – when needed.
– Packets of order forms, solar light information and rubber bands will be available at lunch meetings.
– Lion Shaw and Lion Stagner will be point of contact for questions or assistance.
Disc Golf Event –
– Belton Lions will have a food service during the event at the Lions Pavilion.
– Jim Hudson is planning to join the Club and should be providing weekly updates.
– The National Event is scheduled for March 19-21, 2021.
Future Programs –
March 4 – Lions Club History Lesson, by DG Randy Sepulvado
March 11 – Lou Griffin – TBD
March 18 – Michael Matthews – TBD
March 25 – Danny Dossman – TBD