Archive for August, 2022

Meeting – August 25

Thursday, August 25th, 2022

Belton Lions Club – August 25, Noon, The GIN, Meeting Minutes

Welcome and Call to Order by Lion President Mike Matthews

Members Present: Mike Matthews, Mac Hickerson, Wayne Carpenter, Karen Stagner, Danny Dossman, James Harrison, Jon Fontenot, John Corsi, Keith Cook, Sam Listi, David Shaw, Patti Powell, Dwayne Lawrence, Rob Potts, Veronica Logan, Lou Griffin

Guests: Cynthia Hernandez, Belton Rotary (speaker); Judy Garrett, Belton Bacon, Blues & Brews Event (speaker); Jennah Gilha (in leiu of Chris Gregg)

Song: by Lion John Corsi

Pledge: by Lion Jon Fontenot

Prayer: by Lion James Harrison
Exercise: by Lion James Harrison – stand up tall and stretch to the rooftop

Joke: by Lion Danny Dossman: LCI may want Belton Lions on Tour “singing” / then, something about Lion Listi – first day of school – learning – coming back tomorrow … you had to be there.

Plate Spin by Lion Mac Hickerson
Board Briefs:

Dues Report: Progressing Payments / Received: $1,950 / Outstanding: $1,650

Activity Account Report: $26,398.59

General Account Report: $3,783.93

Raymond James Investments: $10,464.55

Edward Jones Investments: $23,029.06

Jon Fontenot offered to take the position of Treasurer; providing partnership with the Secretary position to re-divide and define each position duties.  Lion Jon Fontenot received the Oath of Office – officiated by President Matthews.  Thank You for Volunteering to Serve! This move will leave one of the Vice President’s position open for nominations – nominations are now open for a VP position.

Eyeglass Drop Box – Delivered TODAY.  Final placement location in downtown Belton will be determined later – it is currently in the City Hall Entranceway.  Thank you Chris, Jennah, and Sign of Times.

 

Announcements

 

Program: 

Joint Project Proposal with Kiwanis, Optimists & Rotary: Cynthia Hernandez received an email from John Hewko, General Secretary, Rotary International about a proposed joint service week with Kiwanis Intl., Lions Clubs Intl., and Optimist Intl. – during the week of September 11-17.  We discussed a proposed idea of Nolan Creek clean-up in September; or possibly a Hometown Hero event in October.  It was agreed that Belton Lions will volunteer and participate in whatever project they decided.  Sam Listi & Cynthia Hernandez will get with Matt Bates to discuss ideas and create the project … they will let us know.

Belton Bacon, Blues and Brews event, September 24th: Judy Garrett provided an overview of the event. John Corsi had reached out with an interest in having a plate spinning contest – competing spin time against Mac Hickerson. Belton Lions will set up a 10×10 canopy; selling the tickets for Bacon “People’s Choice” competition; plate spinning contest will be a free side activity – with a prize TBD.

More information to come as plans progress.

 

 

Keeping on the Front Burner:

Belton Lion Business Cards – keep handing out those cards – inviting prospective new members.

Lion Corsi suggested that we have a prize drawing @ Charter Night for whoever invites (using the cards) the                                             most prospective new members.

Heritage Park Coordinator – James Harrison – Belton Lions Wall – Picnic in the Park
                Future Boat Race Coordinator – Danny Dossman

Stampede Coordinators –Reese Davis and Brett Beamesderfer / Active has raised their rate by .25%
Grand Avenue Movie Theater Tickets – waiting until after Summer

HOTCIL Fall Festival – Karen Stagner

Thanksgiving and Christmas Baskets for HOCTIL families – Karen Stagner

BLC Christmas Party, Dec. 15, Noon – John Corsi and James Harrison

HOCTIL families visit with Santa, Thurs., Dec. 22, Harris Center – Karen Stagner

BLC Charter Celebration in 2023 will be during our regular lunch timeline.

Flag Program –Thank you to everyone for all that you do.

Quarterly Dues Invoices are out – Thank you for prompt payment.

BLC Ball Caps – $20 each – John Corsi thinks that he may have the remaining inventory of caps.

BLC has purchased 72 backpacks for CASA foster kids, we will invite CASA of Bell and Coryell Counties to come back to a Club lunch for the presentation.

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Board Meeting – August 18

Friday, August 19th, 2022

Belton Lions Club – August 18, 1pm, The GIN, Board Meeting

Call to Order by Lion President Matthews at 12:50pm

Members Present: Danny Dossman, John Corsi, Mack Hickerson, Jon Fontenot, Karen Stagner, Mike Matthews

Dues Report: Progressing Payments / Received: $1,950 / Outstanding: $1,650

Activity Account Report: $26,398.59

General Account Report: $3,783.93

Raymond James Investments: $10,464.55

Edward Jones Investments: $23,029.06

Old Business

– Danny Dossman opened discussion on the open position of Treasurer.  After discussion regarding paying an accountant – which would be a cost to the General Account, it was decided to continue to pursue a volunteer member Treasurer.  Jon Fontenot offered to take the position; providing partnership with the Secretary position to re-divide and define each position duties.  The nomination, and if elected, swearing in, will be made at the next general membership lunch meeting. This move will leave one of the Vice President’s position open for nominations.  Thank you Lion Jon Fontenot!

– John Corsi will reach out to Judy Garrett about adding a Belton Lions Plate Spinning Contest at the September Belton Blues, Bacon and Brews Festival and will report at the next meeting.

– John Corsi will bring vests and ball caps to the next meeting for sales.

– Mike Matthews will reach out to CASA of Bell and Coryell Counties to invite them to the September 8th lunch meeting – this will be the program where the Club will present them with the 72 backpacks for their foster kiddos.

– Jon Fontenot has reached out and left messages regarding the “Donor Wall at UMHB for the Marek-Smith Center for special education training and instruction”, without return call.  He will continue to try to contact them.

New Business

Joint Project Proposal with Kiwanis, Optimists & Rotary: The Club received an email from John Hewko, General Secretary, Rotary International about a proposed joint service week with Kiwanis Intl., Lions Clubs Intl., and Optimist Intl. – during the week of September 11-17.  They are looking for ideas for a joint project in Belton.  Cynthia Hernandez, Belton EDC, forwarded the proposal to our Club.  After discussion, Secretary Karen Stagner will reach out to Cynthia with our interest in participating.  Update will be provided at the next lunch meeting.

Meeting Closed at: 1:21pm

 

Meeting – August 18

Friday, August 19th, 2022

Belton Lions Club – August 18, Noon, The GIN, Meeting Minutes

Welcome and Call to Order by Lion President Matthews

Members Present Mike Matthews, Mac Hickerson, Keith Cook, Wayne Carpenter, David Tuma, Jon Fontenot, Danny Dossman, Karen Stagner, John Corsi, Christa Strang, Gene Ellis, Mack Latimer, Dwayne Lawrence, Rob Potts
Guests: Brett Sniffin (speaker)
Song: by Lion Corsi
Pledge: by Lion Fontenot
Prayer: by Lion Carpenter
Exercise: by Lion Matthews – high and mighty ROAR
Joke: by Lion Dossman: Raindrops – 2’s company/3’s a cloud / Coach Sniffin’s player was late for conditioning – he was shampooing before.
Plate Spin by Lion Hickerson – dramatic, long and loud
Announcements
– Lions International bi-annual dues $752.50 has been paid.
– Lion Ellis cautioned everyone to be very careful or try to avoid 121 and Lake Road for a while during construction.
– Lion President Matthews read a Thank You card from our Scholarship recipient McKenna Maddux.
– Board Meeting scheduled for after today’s meeting.
Program: 
Lion Danny Dossman invited Brett Sniffin, Belton High School Head Football Coach.  “Coach to Bank – can I get my Quarter back?”  Coach Sniffin provided updates on the Belton High Sports Teams, as well as, who to watch this year in BHS sports … lots of leaders and positives.  BHS is 5A Division2 and all games this year will be on Friday Night!  Great Q&A!  Thank You! 
Future Program Assignments:
August 25: Mike Matthews
September 1: Keith Cook
September 8: Tentative – Backpack presentation to CASA of Bell and Coryell Counties
September 15: Mac Hickerson
September 22: Rob Potts
September 29: Malinda Golden
October 6 – Jon Fontenot
October 13 – Veronica Logan
October 20 – Todd Schiller
October 27 – Mary Shockley
November 3 – David Tuma
November 10 – Wayne Carpenter
November 17 – Keith Cook (plus HOCTIL deliveries)
November 24 – Thanksgiving (no meeting)
December 1 – Gene Ellis
December 8 – Sam Listi
December 15 – Holiday Celebration at Lunch (plus HOCTIL deliveries afterward)
December 22 –
December 29 –
– Keeping on the Front Burner:
                The Club is still in need of a Treasurer; and should soon create a Budget for 2022-2023
                Belton Lion Business Cards – keep handing out those cards – inviting prospective new members.
                Lion Corsi suggested that we have a prize drawing @ Charter Night for whoever invites (using the cards) the                                             most prospective new members.
                Heritage Park Coordinator – James Harrison – Belton Lions Wall – Picnic in the Park
                Future Boat Race Coordinator – Danny Dossman
                Stampede Coordinators –Reese Davis and Brett Beamesderfer / Active has raised their rate by .25%
                Grand Avenue Movie Theater Tickets – waiting until after Summer
                HOTCIL Fall Festival – Karen Stagner
                Thanksgiving and Christmas Baskets for HOCTIL families – Karen Stagner
                Plate Spinning Contest at Belton’s Blues, Bacon and Brews Festival – John Corsi
                BLC Christmas Party, Dec. 15, Noon – John Corsi and James Harrison
                HOCTIL families visit with Santa, Thurs., Dec. 22, Harris Center – Karen Stagner
                BLC Charter Celebration in 2023 will be during our regular lunch timeline.
                – Flag Program –Thank you to everyone for all that you do.
                – Eyeglass Drop Box – We are anxiously waiting for the finished and wrapped drop box.  Placement location in downtown Belton will be determined once the drop box is completed.  Thank you Chris, Jennah, and Sign of Times.
                – Quarterly Dues Invoices are out – Thank you for prompt payment.
                – BLC Ball Caps – $20 each – John Corsi thinks that he may have the remaining inventory of caps.
                – BLC has purchased 72 backpacks for CASA foster kids, we will invite CASA of Bell and Coryell Counties to come back to a Club lunch for the presentation.
                Our Club has been invited to contribute and participate in a donor wall at UMHB for the soon-to-be built Marek-Smith Center for special education training and instruction.  Lion Jon Fontenot will contact them for further information.
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Meeting – August 4th

Thursday, August 4th, 2022

Belton Lions Club – August 4, Noon, The GIN, Meeting Minutes

Welcome and Call to Order by Lion President Matthews

Members Present Mike Matthews, Mack Lattimer, Rob Potts, Jon Fontenot, Sam Listi, Billy Conway, Danny Dossman, Karen Stagner, Keith Cook, Patti Powell, Christa Strang, Mac Hickerson, James Harrison, David Tuma
Guests: Paul Strang (guest of Christa); Dick Archer (pd $20 cash); Buddy Hickerson (pd $20 cash); Jeff Davidson (pd $20 cash); Dr. David Sprague (speaker)
Song: by Lion James Harrison
Pledge: by Lion Jon Fontenot
Prayer: by Lion Sam Listi
Exercise: by Lion James Harrison – weights lost
Joke: by Lion Danny Dossman – teaching taxes using ice cream; and something about Mac playing golf and 2 pair of pants – you had to be there.

Plate Spin by Lion Mac Hickerson
Welcome NEW Member: Dwayne Lawrence, Creekside Cigar and Sandbar Lounge – Past President James Harrison officiating the Oath.

Announcements
– Belton Lion of the Month Spotlight – David Tuma, Belton Journal – (next week)
– District Meeting, October 22nd, 9am, Palestine, Texas – they would like to get a headcount to reserve # of rooms.
– Flag Program –Thank you to everyone for all that you do.  We gained a NEW participant this week.
– Eyeglass Drop Box – We are anxiously waiting for the finished and wrapped drop box.  Placement location in downtown Belton will be determined once the drop box is completed.  Thank you Chris, Jennah, and Sign of Times.
– Quarterly Dues Invoices are out – Thank you for prompt payment.
– Back to School with God event, August 6th – NOTE: time is 9am-1pm – James Harrison Team Leader
– BLC Ball Caps – $20 each – John Corsi thinks that he may have the remaining inventory of caps.
– BLC has purchased 72 backpacks for CASA foster kids, we will invite CASA of Bell and Coryell Counties to come back to a Club lunch for the presentation.

Program: Lion Christa Strang invited Dr. David Sprague, a Bio Science Research professional with Formation Venture Engineering to tell us about his experience in research protocols, bioengineering, genetics, DNA, PCR testing and how they are assisting Research Scientists. Dick Archer joined us for lunch today to make the introduction. Thank You!

Future Program Assignments:
August 11: Chris Gregg
August 18: Danny Dossman
August 25: David Leigh
September 1: Keith Cook
September 8: Tentative – Backpack presentation to CASA of Bell and Coryell Counties
September 15: Mac Hickerson
September 22: Rob Potts
September 29: Malinda Golden
October 6 – Jon Fontenot
October 13 – Veronica Logan
October 20 – Todd Schiller
October 27 – Mary Shockley
November 3 – David Tuma
November 10 – Wayne Carpenter
November 17 – Keith Cook (plus HOCTIL deliveries)
November 24 – Thanksgiving (no meeting)
December 1 – Gene Ellis
December 8 – Sam Listi
December 15 – Holiday Celebration at Lunch (plus HOCTIL deliveries afterward)
December 22 –
December 29 –

– Keeping on the Front Burner:
The Club is still in need of a Treasurer; and should soon create a Budget for 2022-2023
Belton Lion Business Cards – keep handing out those cards – inviting prospective new members.
Lion Corsi suggested that we have a prize drawing @ Charter Night for whoever invites (using the cards) the most prospective new members.
Heritage Park Coordinator – James Harrison – Belton Lions Wall – Picnic in the Park
                Future Boat Race Coordinator – Danny Dossman
Stampede Coordinators –Reese Davis and Brett Beamesderfer
Grand Avenue Movie Theater Tickets – waiting until after Summer …
HOTCIL Fall Festival – Karen Stagner
Thanksgiving and Christmas Baskets for HOCTIL families – Karen Stagner
Plate Spinning Contest at Belton’s Blues, Bacon and Brews Festival – John Corsi
BLC Christmas Party, Dec. 15, Noon – John Corsi and James Harrison
HOCTIL families visit with Santa, Thurs., Dec. 22, Harris Center – Karen Stagner
BLC Charter Celebration in 2023 will be during our regular lunch timeline.
Our Club has been invited to contribute and participate in a donor wall at UMHB for the soon-to-be built Marek-Smith Center for special education training and instruction.  Lion Jon Fontenot will contact them for further information.
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