Belton Lions Club

BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday, March 27, 2025
Call to Order by Lion President-Jennah Gliha

“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!”

Members Present: Karen Stagner, Jennah Gliha, Mike Matthews, Jon Fontenot, Danny Dossman, Mary Shockley, Billy Conway, Rob Potts, Mac Hickerson, David Leigh, Dwayne Williams, Luke Potts, David Tuma, Keith Cook, Larry Berg, John Corsi

Guest: Eric Banfield (guest of Danny Dossman), Michelle Rodriguez (guest of David Tuma), Leah Hodges, Lindsay Weaver, Delilah Ramirez, Chad Ruff
Song: by Lion Mike Matthews
Pledge to US Flag: Lion Luke Potts
Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Mary Shockley
Prayer: Lion Rob Potts
Joke: Lion David Tuma … something about a fear of hurdles …

Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Mac Hickerson
Exercise: Lion Danny Dossman … a new twist …

Board Meeting Recap:

– The Club plans to participate in the Lions International Peace Poster Contest.  Keith Cook will take Lead during the 2025-26 school year.

– Texas Lions Camp Visit, June 13^th – the Board discussed and approved paying for up to four rooms for Club members and guests from the special needs community administration – to tour the camp & museum; and to attend the camp graduation and dinner.

– Lions Field @ Smith and West 5^th could use some updates – Jon Fontenot will get with Parks & Rec to explore options – we’ll have more info at next month’s Board meeting.

– James Harrison will move forward with planning a 2026 Fundraiser Cruise out of Galveston – he has invited Doniece Gray with Your Travel Agent to speak with us on April 17^th.

– Lastly, the Board discussed and approved having an “open meeting” once a month on Board Meeting day – without a scheduled speaker – to update what’s going on with everyone and with the Club and with the City – starting with the new club year in July. 

General Announcements:

– STAMPEDE: Please reach out to your Suppliers and Vendors to get sponsors – Level Opportunities: $50, $75, $150, $250, $500, $750. Letters and forms are available to give to prospective sponsor/supporters.

– Reminder: BISD hosting Region 12 Special Olympics, April 17^th – Board Meeting day, plus Easter Basket Delivery.  Here is the link for volunteer sign-up. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4CAAA92AA0F9C25-55890173-special – you may want to volunteer early AM or afternoon – or both.

– Legends on the Chisholm Trail, this Saturday, March 29^th, we need to be there to set up at  9:30am (per Parks & Rec), event starts at 10am; meal will be from 11am-1:30pm. At 1:30pm, we can tear-down and leave.

Program: Leah Hodges – Leadership Belton Class of 2025 – help beautify Miller Heights Park – The Class of 2025 is currently raising money to contribute to the resurfacing of the basketball court, adding dog waste stations around the park, and adding a new park bench.  They are seeking donations and sponsors. Checks can be made out to the Belton Chamber of Commerce. The topic will be added to the next Board Meeting. Here is the website link to explain a little more about the project. https://leadershipbelton.my.canva.site/

Future Programs:

April 10 – James Harrison BLC 86^th Anniversary is April 15^th – James has invited PID Sam Lindsey and other Lion dignitaries to help us celebrate 86^th.

April 17 – Doniece Gray, Your Travel Agency – Board Meeting after; plus … Easter Basket Delivery- same day at Region 12 Special Olympics too.

April 24 – Brett Beamesderfer – he will let us know soon who he is bringing

May 1 – Mary Shockley

May 8 – David Shaw – final STAMEDE planning meeting.

May 15 – David Tuma – Board Meeting After

May 22 – Nick Valentine

May 29 – Dwayne Williams

Thank Guests for Coming!  Remember, where there is a need, there is a Lion!

BLC BOARD Meeting Recap – March 20, 2025

Call to Order by Lion President–elect Jon Fontenot
Members Present: Mike Matthews, John Corsi, Jon Fontenot, Karen Stagner, Danny Dossman, James Harrison, Keith Cook, Larry Berg, Mac Hickerson
Absent: David Shaw, Todd Schiller, Jennah Gliha
Guest:

Membership Report – Karen Stagner –
Total Active Members – 39

Treasurer Report –
   General Account – $ 9,356.62
Foundation Account – $ 35,668.04
Edward Jones – $
Raymond James – $

Business:

– International Peace Poster Contest – kit purchased for 2025-2026. Keith Cook will oversee the Club’s participation in the Contest – to be distributed during 2025-2026 school year.

– Texas Lions Camp – June 13^th, evening meal opportunity – after discussion about the day of touring camp and museum; and that the other District 2 X3 Clubs are not able to participate; the decision was made to pass on the meal opportunity this year

– Texas Lions Camp Visit – June 13^th, arrive by 2pm to tour Camp and Museum with PID Sam Lindsey. It was motioned by James Harrison; 2^nd by Larry Berg; for the Club to pay for up to four (4) rooms at roughly $99 each at Y.O. Ranch for the visit.  After discussion – approved by majority.

– Lions Field, Smith Street and W. 5^th Avenue – Jon Fontenot reminded the Board that our Club is a sponsor of the Baseball Field; the Park could use some updates; he is asking the Club to expand the sponsorship to an annual or other Support.  First suggestion would be $500 per year; Jon will get with Parks and Rec to explore other options of Support and will provide more information at the April Board Meeting.

– The Board discussed having an “open meeting” once a month on Board Meeting day (without a scheduled speaker) to update what’s going on with everyone and with the Club and with the City – approved – starting in April

– Fundraiser Cruise – James Harrison with get with Your Travel Agent about a 2026 February Fundraiser cruise & will ask her to speak to the Club on April 24^th. 

Holding to a Later Date:

– Membership Milestone Awards – Will we be presenting these at Christmas?  The Board agreed that Milestones will be in five (5) year increments; starting at 10 year membership. – John Corsi and Jennah Gliha.  Secretary has provided a Report of each member’s length of membership. – No discussion at this meeting
– Friends of Belton Lions – additional Friend of Belton Lions: Hugh Shine has been approved – plaque has not been made – we need to schedule his lunch visit – we are scheduled to do this January 9^th.
– Update on Cadence Bank – CD and other – on hold
– Belton Lions Wall at Heritage Park – James Harrison coordinating
– LEO – Leadership, Experience, and Opportunity
– Tara Cotton (Belton) email to Lions International – daughter needs behind the ear hearing aids for bone conduction – insurance won’t cover the cost – pending family fundraising efforts to supplement any donations – to be updated in 2025.
– Lions on the Leon AAR Meeting – is there an update from Belton City Council about a beer & wine permit in Heritage Park?  The 5K run did not make the Cen-Tex Race Series.

Submitted by Belton Lions Club Secretary Karen Stagner

BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday, March 20, 2025
Call to Order by Lion President-Elect Jon Fontenot

“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!”

Members Present: Jon Fontenot, Danny Dossman, Karen Stagner, James Harrison, Mike Matthews, Rob Potts, John Corsi, Mac Hickerson, Keith Cook, David Leigh, Sam Listi, Larry Berg

Guest:
Song: by Lion John Corsi
Pledge to US Flag: Lion Mike Matthews
Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Danny Dossman
Prayer: Lion Rob Potts
Joke: Lion James Harrison – something about a Private Tooter

Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Mac Hickerson
Exercise: Lion Sam Listi

March Birthdays: Wayne Carpenter (3/14); Luke Potts (3/16) Happy Birthday! 

Reminder: Board Meeting TODAY

– STAMPEDE: Please reach out to your Suppliers and Vendors to get sponsors – Level Opportunities: $50, $75, $150, $250, $500, $750. Karen has letters and forms to give to prospective sponsor/supporters.

– Reminder: Delta Program Reverse Job Fair – Tammy Baggerly has invited Belton Lions Club members to come out and talk with; and support; the Job seekers – Tuesday, March 25, 10am-11:30am, Harris Center.

Program: Legends on the Chisholm Trail – Event is Sat., March 29^th, 10am-7pm; & Sun., March 30^th, 7-10am – we will be taking meal donations from about 11am-1:30pm on Saturday, March 29^th.  Setting up the canopy and booth – we will plan for being there 10:30am-2pm. So far signed up: Jon Fontenot, Karen Stagner, Mac Hickerson, Mary Shockley and maybe Danny Dossman.  Then, everyone updated what’s going on with each of them – lots of interesting updates – great meeting.
Future Programs:

March 27 – Mike Matthews – Leah Hodges, Leadership Belton 2025 Project

April 3 – Rob Potts – Matt Bates, update on the City purchase of Miller Heights Elementary

April 10 – James Harrison BLC 86^th Anniversary is April 15^th – James has invited PID Sam Lindsey and other Lion dignitaries to help us celebrate our 86^th.

April 17 – Cri Childs – Board Meeting after; plus … Easter Basket Delivery- same day at Region 12 Special Olympics too.

April 24 – Brett Beamesderfer

May 1 – Mary Shockley

May 8 – David Shaw

May 15 – David Tuma – Board Meeting After

May 22 – Nick Valentine

May 29 – Dwayne Williams

Thank Guests for Coming!  Remember, where there is a need, there is a Lion!

– Texas Lions Camp Visit – visiting and touring Texas Lions Camp with PID Sam Lindsey on Friday, June 13^th – plus, attending Camp Graduation that evening. We will have special rates for overnight stay at the Y.O. Ranch in Kerrville.

– Texas Lions Camp Graduation Dinner, June 13 – possible joint project in MD 2-X3 – Jennah update.

– International Peace Poster Contest – Board agreed to participate; Keith Cook will take Lead. (handout)

– Lions Field, Smith Street and W. 5^th Avenue – BLC is a sponsor of the Baseball Park – looking into addl. Support.

BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday, March 13, 2025
Call to Order by Lion President Jennah Gliha

“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!”

Members Present: Jennah Gliha, Larry Berg, Jon Fontenot, Sam Listi, Karen Stagner, Billy Conway, Rob Potts, Mac Hickerson, James Harrison, David Tuma, David Leigh, Keith Cook, Dwayne Williams, Wayne Carpenter

Guest: Ann Carpenter (guest of Wayne Carpenter}, Chris Gregg (guest of Jennah Gliha, Amy Morter (speaker)
Song: by Lion Rob Potts
Pledge to US Flag: Lion Keith Cook
Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Billy Conway
Prayer: Lion Sam Listi
Joke: Lion James Harrison – you should have been there …
Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Mac Hickerson
Exercise: Lion James Harrison

March Birthdays: Wayne Carpenter (3/14); Luke Potts (3/16) Happy Birthday! 

– Texas Lions Camp Visit – visiting and touring Texas Lions Camp with PID Sam Lindsey on Friday, June 13^th – plus, attending Camp Graduation that evening. We will have special rates for overnight stay at the Y.O. Ranch in Kerrville.Sign up Sheet.

– Texas Lions Camp Graduation Dinner, June 13 – possible joint project in MD 2-X3 – Jennah update.

– STAMPEDE: Please reach out to your Suppliers and Vendors to get sponsors – Level Opportunities: $50, $75, $150, $250, $500, $750. We’re about $2K short of where we need to be to meet our normal Sponsorship Fundraising Goal.

– Legends on the Chisholm Trail – flier handout – opportunity to take meal donations and host plate spinning again. Event is Sat., March 29^th, 10am-7pm; & Sun., March 30^th, 7-10am – we will be taking meal donations from about 11am-1pm on Saturday, March 29^th.  If we have the people, we will do a plate spinning contest.

– District 2-X3 Convention is Saturday, March 29^th in Clifton, Texas – BLC will not be attending.

– Reminder: Delta Program Reverse Job Fair – Tammy Baggerly has invited Belton Lions Club members to come out and talk with; and support; the Job seekers – Tuesday, March 25, 10am-11:30am, Harris Center.

– Reminder: BISD hosting Region 12 Special Olympics, April 17^th – Board Meeting day, plus Easter Basket Delivery.  We’ll send out the Volunteer link as soon as we get it – you may want to volunteer early AM or afternoon – or both.

Program: David Leigh – Amy Morter, Crow and Cactus – Great presentation about growth of a small business in Belton … lots of one-of-a-kind treasures from local artisans.  Thank You!
Future Programs:

March 20 – Judy Garrett (Legends on the Chisholm Trail) – Board Meeting After

March 27 – Mike Matthews – Leah Hodges, Leadership Belton 2025 Project

April 3 – Rob Potts – Matt Bates, update on the City purchase of Miller Heights Elementary

April 10 – James Harrison BLC 86^th Anniversary is April 15^th – James has invited PID Sam Lindsey and other Lion dignitaries to help us celebrate our 86^th.

April 17 – Cri Childs – Board Meeting after; plus … Easter Basket Delivery- same day at Region 12 Special Olympics too.

April 24 – Brett Beamesderfer

May 1 – Mary Shockley

May 8 – David Shaw

May 15 – David Tuma – Board Meeting After

May 22 – Nick Valentine

May 29 – Dwayne Williams

Thank Guests for Coming!  Remember, where there is a need, there is a Lion!

– International Peace Poster Contest – Board agreed to participate; Keith Cook will take Lead. (handout)

– Lions Field, Smith Street and W. 5^th Avenue – BLC is a sponsor of the Baseball Park – looking into addl. Support.

BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday, March 6, 2025
Call to Order by Lion President Jennah Gliha

“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!”

Members Present: Jon Fontenot, Karen Stagner, Danny Dossman, James Harrison, John Corsi, Mike Matthews, Mac Hickerson, Rob Potts, Dwayne Williams, Mary Shockley, Jennah Gliha, Larry Berg, Keith Cook, Billy Conway, Luke Potts, Clint Bailey David Shaw

Guest: Chris Gregg (guest of Jennah Gliha); Ted Duffield (speaker)
Song: by Lion Mike Matthews
Pledge to US Flag: Lion Billy Conway
Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Keith Cook
Prayer: Lion Rob Potts
Joke: Lion Luke Potts – a man asked his wife to embrace her mistakes … so she hugged him.
Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Mac Hickerson
Exercise: Lion James Harrison

March Birthdays: Wayne Carpenter (3/4); Luke Potts (3/16) 

– Oath of Membership to Luke Potts and Clint Bailey – officiated by Lion James Harrison. Welcome!

– BBQ Fundraiser to help with medical expenses for Lion JT Grimm is scheduled for March 8^th, 5pm, at Creekside Cigar. If you are able, bring a bottle or item for the auction.

– Texas Lions Camp Visit – visiting and touring Texas Lions Camp with PID Sam Lindsey on Friday, June 13^th – plus, attending Camp Graduation that evening. We will have special rates for overnight stay at the Y.O. Ranch in Kerrville.Sign up Sheet.

– Texas Lions Camp Graduation Dinner, June 13 – possible joint project in MD 2-X3 – will update later.

– STAMPEDE Sponsors: Please reach out to Suppliers and Vendors to get sponsors – Level Opportunities: $50, $75, $150, $250, $500, $750 / Supplies: All signs and supplies are now in storage. We’re about $2K short of where we need to be to meet our normal Sponsorship Fundraising Goal. Thank you to Keith Cook for getting BISD JROTC for presenting the Colors; and BISD choir members to sing/lead the National Anthem.

– Legends on the Chisholm Trail – flier handout – opportunity to take meal donations and host plate spinning again. Event is Sat., March 29^th, 10am-7pm; & Sun., March 30^th, 7-10am

– District 2-X3 Convention is Saturday, March 29^th in Clifton, Texas.

– Delta Program Reverse Job Fair – Tammy Baggerly is inviting Belton Lions Club members to come out and talk with; and support; the Job seekers – Tuesday, March 25, 10am-11:30am, Harris Center.

Program: Lion James Harrison invited Judge Ted Duffield.  It’s always a good day to have former Little River-Academy Lion, JP (and Santa Claus) Ted Duffield in the house – providing an overview of Bell County JP areas of responsibility in Criminal Law, Civil Law, and other Laws – with an informative and lively Q&A session. Thank You for Serving Bell County!
Future Programs:

March 13 – David Leigh – Amy Morter, Crow and Cactus
March 20 – Judy Garrett (Legends on the Chisholm Trail) – Board Meeting After
March 27 – Mike Matthews – Leah Hodges, Leadership Belton 2025 Project
April 3 – Rob Potts – Matt Bates, update on the City purchase of Miller Heights Elementary
April 10 – James Harrison – Note: BLC 86^th Anniversary is April 15^th
April 17 – Cri Childs – Board Meeting after; plus … Easter Basket Delivery
April 24 – Brett Beamesderfer

Thank Guests for Coming!  Remember, where there is a need, there is a Lion!

– International Peace Poster Contest – Board agreed to participate; Keith Cook will take Lead. (handout)
– Lions Field, Smith Street and W. 5^th Avenue – BLC is a sponsor of the Baseball Park – looking into addl. Support.

BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday, February 27, 2025
Call to Order by Lion President-Jennah Gliha

“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!”

Members Present: Jennah Gliha, David Shaw, Mike Matthews, Jon Fontenot, Danny Dossman, Karen Stagner, Billy Conway, Luke Potts (joined today), Wayne Carpenter, Mac Hickerson, James Harrison, John Corsi

Guest: Chris Gregg (guest of Jennah), Lauren Marek, Misty Norwood, Kitti Corsi, Sara Windham (BLC Guests)
Song: by Lion John Corsi
Pledge to US Flag: Lion Mike Matthews
Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Jon Fontenot
Prayer: Lion Wayne Carpenter
Joke: Lion Jennah Gliha – you had to be there – something about a throat lozenge.
Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Mac Hickerson
Exercise: Lion James Harrison

February Birthdays: Jennifer Bailey (2/12), John Corsi (2/26), Jon Fontenot (2/20), Mac Latimer (2/8) 

– “Dining & Shopping Spree” coupon books – Proposal lacked a 2^nd … Keith Cook will advise the company that we decline.

– BLC Constitution & By Laws: Constitution will remain as currently written. Club Secretary submitted updated contact and Board information to Comptroller.

– Club Excellence Award – LCI has increased the qualifications and financial commitment requirement. After discussion, the Board made the difficult decision not to apply this year.

– International Peace Poster Contest – Board agreed to participate; Keith Cook will take Lead. (handout)

– Lions Field, Smith Street and W. 5^th Avenue – BLC is a sponsor of the Baseball Park – looking into addl. Support.

– BBQ Fundraiser to help with medical expenses for Lion JT Grimm is scheduled for March 8^th, 5pm, at Creekside Cigar. If you are able, bring a bottle or item for the auction.

– Texas Lions Camp Visit – visiting and touring Texas Lions Camp with PID Sam Lindsey on Friday, June 13^th – plus, attending Camp Graduation that evening. We have special rates for overnight stay at the Y.O. Ranch in Kerrville.Sign up Sheet.

– Texas Lions Camp Graduation Dinner, June 13 – possible joint project in MD 2-X3 – will update later.

– STAMPEDE Sponsors:

Please reach out to Suppliers and Vendors to get sponsors – Level Opportunities: $50, $75, $150, $250, $500, $750

We’re about $2K short of where we need to be to meet our normal Sponsorship Fundraising Goal.

– Lions on the Leon & Stampede – Planning Committee Meeting update from Feb. 20 meeting – mainly Stampede – addressed notes and issues from the AAR.  Promo for Lions on the Leon starting – addressed notes and issues from the AAR.

– Slate of Officers for the July 1, 2025 thru June 30, 2026 year – 2^nd Vice President position was open; called for nominations; Larry Berg nominated; accepted.  Slate presented for vote; unanimous approval.  Thank you for Serving!

President – Jon Fontenot

1^st Vice President – Todd Schiller

2^nd Vice President – Larry Berg

Secretary – Karen Stagner

Treasurer – Jennah Gliha

Tail Twister – Danny Dossman

Past President Board Members at Large: Jennah Gliha, Keith Cook, Mike Matthews, John Corsi, David Shaw

Historian – James Harrison

Program: Lion President Jennah Gliha and Past President Keith Cook have invited Representatives from BISD SpEd Dept. – to talk with us about the April 17^th, Region 12, Area Wide Special Olympics Track & Field Meet at Tiger Stadium. Thank you, Misty Norwood and Lauren Marx for speaking to us this Thursday. Misty and Lauren are representatives of the BISD Special Education Department! They’re having the Special Olympics on Thursday April 17th at Tiger Stadium it’s going to be an amazing event! They’re looking for volunteers. They will be posting a link for Volunteer Sign Up; and for Support Donations.

Future Programs:

March 6 – James Harrison – Judge Ted Duffield.

March 13 – David Leigh

March 20 – Open (was Veronica Logan) – Board Meeting After

March 27 – Mike Matthews

April 3 – Rob Potts

April 10 – James Harrison – Note: BLC 86^th Anniversary is April 15^th

April 17 – Cri Childs – Board Meeting after; plus … Easter Basket Delivery

April 24 – Brett Beamesderfer

Thank Guests for Coming!  Remember, where there is a need, there is a Lion!