Lion Board Members Present: Larry Berg, John Corsi, Mike Matthews, Karen Stagner, James Harrison, Keith Cook, James Harrison Absent: Danny Dossman, Jennah Gliha, Todd Schiller, David Shaw Guest: – Membership Report – 40 Active Members –2024-2025 4th Quarter Dues Payment Handout Gene Ellis letter – dropping from membership – no time – Lion Larry Berg is going to invite Chief Ellis to join us for lunch – we will present him with plaque commemorating his 23 years as a Lion – He has been a member of BLC since 2008; and was a Lion before with another Club since 2002.
– Service Metrics Report – Total People Served since July 1st – 7,292 / Total # Volunteers 112 / Total Volunteer Hours 362 / Total Funds Donated $5,456.00 / Total Funds Raised $-0-
– Lion Malinda Golden letter requesting time to speak with Belton Lions about upcoming BIDS bond. Lion Keith Cook is looking into a September date.
– Pulte Group letter of request for flag support; with our Club response; no update – Lions Larry Berg and Jon Fontenot are going to the Disabled Veteran’s Home Presentation tomorrow, Friday; and will visit with the Pulte Homes people for future Disabled Veterans Service and Support Opportunities.
– Captain “D” Dash for “Sight” – proposed event layout (handout) for discussion – Google Earth map with layout – added CERT. – discuss suggestions to get more cash sponsors – we currently have $950 in sponsors; over $2,000 in expenses so far … ideas … – Eyeglasses with America’s Best – update (handout) – the vetting system had a hiccup recently which is being rectified. With three (3) BLC members now training to do the screening and vetting, we will be better able to control recipients who “need” our assistance. District Eye Screen Director is aware and will monitor & vet all referrals coming to BLC from outside our Club. – Printer – current Cannon TR4722 uses a lot of ink – Regular Cartridge 100 pages / XL Cartridge 300 pages Handout – comparison of Epson Printers and Ink. After discussion, the Board voted – motion by Lion Larry; 2nd by Lion James; approved to purchase Epson EcoTank ET-2800 Wireless Color All-in-One Cartridge-Free Supertank Printer ($189) from Amazon – 4,500 pages (black XL / 7,500 pages – color XL) – Kerr County – No Update at this meeting – President Jon has been in touch with our Zone and District Disaster teams and will keep us updated as to when and how our Club might be able to help.
Any other Business … Meeting closed at 1:30pm Submitted by Lion Secretary Karen Stagner
BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday August 21st, 2025 Call to Order by Lion President Jon Fontenot “If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!
Lion Members Present: Larry Bert, Mike Matthews, John Corsi, David Leigh, Luke Potts, Jon Fontenot, Karen Stagner, Billy Conway, Jennifer Ramirez, Sam Listi, Wayne Carpenter, James Harrison, Mac Hickerson & Betty, Keith Cook, Karen Stagner Lion At-Large Members: Guests: Song: Lion(s) John Corsi & David Leigh Pledge to US Flag: Lion Billy Conway Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Keith Cook Prayer: Lion Sam Listi Joke: Lion Jennifer Ramirez – sorry Jennifer – I forgot to write it down & my memory is terrible Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Lion Mac Hickerson Exercise: Lion James Harrison
August Lion Birthdays: Mike Matthews (8/3), Malinda Golden (8/23)
Announcements – There will NOT be a BLC Lunch Meeting on Thursday, August 28th.
– Vision Screening Training Classes, Saturday, August 23rd, 9am, Killeen Lions Den, 5100 Trimmier Rd., Lion(s) Karen, Jennah and Chris have registered.
– LIONS on the LEON (6 weeks out) – Handout – lots of needs listed on the handout – please READ. (let us know where you can help reduce these needs) – Sponsor handout – challenge each member to bring back at least one sponsor at ANY level. We NEED sponsorships to offset cost to hold the event – printing, signs, prizes & awards, carnival games & prizes.
– Need business flyers and/or coupons; and stuff for Swag Bags (75) and also need gift cards for Bib Raffle (10).
– Silent/Bucket Auction – we have five (5) baskets so far – need more
– Volunteer Sign Up by area/category/time will be available 1st week of September – like STAMPEDE – it’s all hands on deck – and kids, and spouses, and cousins – lots of new areas this year where volunteers will be needed
– NOTE: Captain “D” 5K Dash for “Sight” will most likely be part of the Cen-Tex Race Series in 2026 – tentatively approved.
– Belton U Event for Belton Employees, Bawcom Center, Thursday, August 28th. (handout) … promote the Wacky Boat Race, Picnic in the Park, 5K too – as well as Club Membership. Lion Karen Stagner planning to attend and will take/provide all of the necessary supplies. Anyone Joining?
– BLC Committee Assignments – Sign-up Sheet Review– Thank you for Volunteering – Team Leader Assigned (handout)
Program: Here’s the NEWS! What’s Happening!
Future Programs:
August 28 – CANCELED – attending Belton U September 4 – Mike Matthews September 11 – James Harrison September 18* – Open Board Meeting Date (was Rob Potts) September 25 – Brendan Brown
Meeting Close – Where there’s a NEED … there’s a LION!
Keep on the Front Burner/Mark Your Calendar:- LEO Club – the Club has been asked to join with Temple Breakfast Lions to support their existing LEO Club – this is a liaison commitment request; not monetary. We need a member to volunteer to be our Club liaison with Dr. Ponder and Dorree Collins. Please consider volunteering to meet with Dr. Ponder and Dorree to get more information– Lion President Jon volunteered to meet with them to get more information. Karen has reached out the Lisle Meeker for possible dates, locations and times – TBD – BLC Fundraiser Cruise – March 1-8, 2026 from Galveston onboard the Regal Princess – with stops in Cozumel, Costa Maya, and Roatan – includes all port charges, round trip transportation to the pier in Galveston and a breakfast on the charter bus. Your Travel Agent, 254-939-731, yourtravelagent@hot.rr.com – Bell County Senior Expo, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 8am-1pm, Cadence Bank Center – Entertainment hosts; Speaker hosts; Greeters; & Emcee. Sign-up Sheet is FULL. Thank you! – Our Club will be selling the People’s Choice tickets and our Plate Spinning Contest at Belton, Bacon, Blues and Brews, September 27 – October 4th, LIONS on the LEON, Captain “D” Dash for Sight, 8:30am; Picnic in the Park, 10a-1p; Wacky Open & Cardboard Boat Race, People’s Choice Judging starts at 11am, race heats start at 1pm. – October 10 & 11, Belton Polka on the Square, Save the Date – at this time, we’re unaware if we will be serving or helping. – October 11 & 12, Rescue Magazine Pet Adoption Extravaganza, 10am-5pm – Save the Date – possibly lending the Black Pearl again. – October 18th, District Cabinet Meeting, hosted by Harker Heights Lions – November 1st, 2-4pm, CTCS, 14 Annual Fall Festival for families of children with special needs – November 20 – Thanksgiving Basket Delivery – December 11 – Christmas Basket Delivery (note – earlier date) – December 18, (set up at 1pm), 5-8pm, Harris Center, Pictures with Santa for families of children with special needs. – January 31st, District Mid-Winter Conference (Lorena), hosted by the Robinson Lions Club – April 11th, District Convention, hosted by the Palestine Lions Club – Lions Field @Smith and West 5th could use some updates. Jon Fontenot will get Parks & Rec to explore options – tabled until we have more information. – The Club plans to participate in the Lions International Peace Poster Contest. Keith Cook will take the lead during the 2025-26 school year. – 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 – Update on Cadence Bank – CD and other – on hold – Belton Lions Wall at Heritage Park – James Harrison coordinating
BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday August 14th, 2025 Call to Order by Lion President Jon Fontenot “If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!
Lion Members Present: Chris Gregg, Jennah Gliha, Brendan Brown, David Shaw, Mike Matthews, Jon Fontenot, Karen Stagner, Billy Conway, Jennifer Ramirez, Rob Potts, James Harrison, Mac Hickerson & Damian, Keith Cook Lion At-Large Members: Guests: Ron Ducharme (speaker)
Song: Lion Jennah Gliha Pledge to US Flag: Lion Billy Conway Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Keith Cook Prayer: Lion Rob Potts Joke: Lion Brendan Brown – waiting for prom, florist, photos, check-in, food, restroom, then punch line … there was no punch line. Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Lion Mac Hickerson Exercise: Lion James Harrison
August Lion Birthdays: Mike Matthews (8/3), Malinda Golden (8/23) Lion James Harrison inducted our newest member – Brendan Brown – WELCOME!
Announcements
– MD 2-X3 Cabinet Meeting, August 9th, recap – our Club is in great shape – informative Cabinet meeting.
– LIONS on the LEON (a little less than 2 months out) – Sponsor handout – challenge each member to bring back at least one sponsor at ANY level. We NEED sponsorships to offset cost to hold the event – printing, signs, prizes & awards, carnival games & prizes.
– Mail-out and emails to Belton Businesses and past sponsors (200 businesses) out last week.
Three (3) cash sponsors so far: Smoke Eater Guitars, Cochran, Blair & Potts and RVOS Insurance; plus Woodhouse Day Spa, Goodnight Loving Vodka & H-E-B as in-kind; and one Vendor – Christy’s. – Picnic in the Park – Jay White and the Blues Commanders –Thank you to Judy Garrett – Captain “D” Dash for Sight – 5K Fun Run/Walk – handout – route has been finalized –Our fliers in runner packets for Community Connection 5K & Nolanville 5K Foxtrot. We are posted on Running in the USA and on RunGuides; as well as Run Sign-up. We already have runners signed up.
– Need flyers and stuff for Swag Bags (75) and also for Bib Raffle (12).
– Silent/Bucket Auction – we have three (3) baskets so far.
– Volunteer Sign Up by area/category/time will be available August 21st – like STAMPEDE – it’s all hands on deck – and kids, and spouses, and cousins – lots of new areas this year where volunteers will be needed
– Belton U Event for Belton Employees, Bawcom Center, Thursday, August 28th. … promote the Wacky Boat Race, Picnic in the Park, 5K too – as well as Club Membership. Lion Karen Stagner planning to attend. After discussion about the number of members involved in Belton U, it was suggested and voted to NOT have a lunch meeting on August 28th.
– LEO Club – the Club has been asked to join with Temple Breakfast Lions to support their existing LEO Club – this is a liaison commitment request; not monetary. We need a member to volunteer to be our Club liaison with Dr. Ponder and Dorree Collins. Please consider volunteering to meet with Dr. Ponder and Dorree to get more information– Lion President Jon volunteered to meet with them to get more information. Karen has reached out the Lisle Meeker for possible dates, locations and times – TBD
Program: Ron Ducharme, President of Rescue Magazine and Consultant for Bell County Animal Shelter and along with his side kick, Princess Leia. From collecting food, toys, and all the supplies needed for animals in the shelters..he makes it look easy. Thank you for all he does for the animal community.
Future Programs:
August 21* – Open Board Meeting Date – there will be CAKE August 28 – David Leigh – NOTE: the Mayor is scheduled to be at Belton U. CANCELLED September 4 – Mike Matthews September 11 – James Harrison September 18* – Open Board Meeting Date (was Rob Potts) September 25
Meeting Close – Where there’s a NEED … there’s a LION!
Keep on the Front Burner/Mark Your Calendar:
– BLC Committee Assignments – Sign-up Sheet – Thank you for Volunteering – BLC Fundraiser Cruise – March 1-8, 2026 from Galveston onboard the Regal Princess – with stops in Cozumel, Costa Maya, and Roatan – includes all port charges, round trip transportation to the pier in Galveston and a breakfast on the charter bus. Your Travel Agent, 254-939-0731, yourtravelagent@hot.rr.com – Bell County Senior Expo, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 8am-1pm, Cadence Bank Center – Entertainment hosts; Speaker hosts; Greeters; & Emcee. Sign-up Sheet is FULL. Thank you! – Our Club will be selling the People’s Choice tickets and our Plate Spinning Contest at Belton, Bacon, Blues and Brews, September 27 – October 4th, LIONS on the LEON, Captain “D” Dash for Sight, 8:30am; Picnic in the Park, 10a-1p; Wacky Open & Cardboard Boat Race, People’s Choice Judging starts at 11am, race heats start at 1pm. – October 10 & 11, Belton Polka on the Square, Save the Date – at this time, we’re unaware if we will be serving or helping. – October 11 & 12, Rescue Magazine Pet Adoption Extravaganza, 10am-5pm – Save the Date – possibly lending the Black Pearl again. – October 18th, District Cabinet Meeting, hosted by Harker Heights Lions – November 1st, 2-4pm, CTCS, 14 Annual Fall Festival for families of children with special needs – November 20 – Thanksgiving Basket Delivery – December 11 – Christmas Basket Delivery (note – earlier date) – December 18, (set up at 1pm), 5-8pm, Harris Center, Pictures with Santa for families of children with special needs. – January 31st, District Mid-Winter Conference (Lorena), hosted by the Robinson Lions Club – April 11th, District Convention, hosted by the Palestine Lions Club – Lions Field @Smith and West 5th could use some updates. Jon Fontenot will get Parks & Rec to explore options – tabled until we have more information. – The Club plans to participate in the Lions International Peace Poster Contest. Keith Cook will take the lead during the 2025-26 school year. – 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 – Update on Cadence Bank – CD and other – on hold – Belton Lions Wall at Heritage Park – James Harrison coordinating
BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday August 7th, 2025 Call to Order by Lion President Jon Fontenot “If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!
Lion Members Present: Jennah Gliha, Luke Potts, Jon Fontenot, Larry Berg, Karen Stagner, Billy Conway, Wayne Carpenter, Rob Potts, James Harrison, David Tuma, Keith Cook, Mac Hickerson & Damian Lion At-Large Members: Guests: Chris Gregg, Brendan Brown (joining), Blake from State Farm (guest of John Corsi)
Song: Lion John Corsi Pledge to US Flag: Lion David Tuma Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Mike Matthews Prayer: Lion Wayne Carpenter Joke: Lion James Harrison – daughter joke – magic dog – labracadabredor Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Lion Mac Hickerson Exercise: Lion James Harrison
August Lion Birthdays: Mike Matthews (8/3), Malinda Golden (8/23)
Announcements
– BLC Committee Assignments – Sign-up Sheet is almost full – Thank you for Volunteering
– MD 2-X3 Cabinet Meeting, August 9th, this coming Saturday 7:45a-1p, Harris Center, hosted by Temple Belton Ladies Lions, we need to support our District Ladies Lions in our backyard – need lots of BLC attendees. Sign-up Sheet – Club will pay registrations.
– LIONS on the LEON – Sponsor handout – challenge each member to bring back at least one sponsor at ANY level. Mail-out and emails to Belton Businesses and past sponsors went out next week. Two sponsors so far: Smoke Eater Guitars and RVOS Insurance; plus Woodhouse Day Spa & H-E-B in-kind. – Picnic in the Park – Jay White and the Blues Commanders –Thank you to Judy Garrett – Captain “D” Dash for Sight – 5K Fun Run/Walk – handout – route has been finalized – promotion to Run Clubs, 456 runners sent this week. – Judy Garrett has asked that we set up a booth at the Thursday, August 28th. Belton U Event for Belton Employees at UMHB again this year … promote the Wacky Boat Race, 5K too – as well as Club Membership. – Volunteer Sign Up by area/category/time will be available August 21st – like STAMPEDE – it’s all hands on deck – and kids, and spouses, and cousins – lots of new areas this year where volunteers will be needed
– LEO Club – the Club has been asked to join with Temple Breakfast Lions to support their existing LEO Club – this is a liaison commitment request; not monetary. We need a member to volunteer to be our Club liaison with Dr. Ponder and Dorree Collins. Please consider volunteering to meet with Dr. Ponder and Dorree to get more information– Lion President Jon volunteered to meet with them to get more information.
Program: Lion John Corsi invited Stephanie Newell, 27th Judicial District Attorney. We’re honored she could join us and share her insight, and we are grateful for the service she continues to provide to Bell County.
Future Programs:
August 14 – Jennah Gliha – Ron Ducharme, Rescue Magazine August 21* – Open Board Meeting Date (was Jon Fontenot) August 28 – David Leigh September 4 – Mike Matthews September 11 – James Harrison September 18* – Open Board Meeting Date (was Rob Potts) September 25
Meeting Close – Where there’s a NEED … there’s a LION!
Keep on the Front Burner/Mark Your Calendar:
– BLC Fundraiser Cruise – March 1-8, 2026 from Galveston onboard the Regal Princess – with stops in Cozumel, Costa Maya, and Roatan – includes all port charges, round trip transportation to the pier in Galveston and a breakfast on the charter bus. Your Travel Agent, 254-939-731, yourtravelagent@hot.rr.com – Bell County Senior Expo, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 8am-1pm, Cadence Bank Center – Entertainment hosts; Speaker hosts; Greeters; & Emcee. Sign-up Sheet is FULL. Thank you! – Temple Founders suggestion regarding Kerrville needs (email); and Lion Chief Jon Fontenot will be keeping us updated in the weeks to come. – Our Club will be selling the People’s Choice tickets and our Plate Spinning Contest at Belton, Bacon, Blues and Brews, September 27 – October 4th, LIONS on the LEON, Captain “D” Dash for Sight, 8:30am; Picnic in the Park, 10a-1p; Wacky Open & Cardboard Boat Race, People’s Choice Judging starts at 11am, race heats start at 1pm. – October 10 & 11, Belton Polka on the Square, Save the Date – at this time, we’re unaware if we will be serving or helping. – October 11 & 12, Rescue Magazine Pet Adoption Extravaganza, 10am-5pm – Save the Date – possibly lending the Black Pearl again. – October 18th, District Cabinet Meeting, hosted by Harker Heights Lions – November 1st, 2-4pm, CTCS, 14 Annual Fall Festival for families of children with special needs – November 20 – Thanksgiving Basket Delivery – December 11 – Christmas Basket Delivery (note – earlier date) – December 18, (set up at 1pm), 5-8pm, Harris Center, Pictures with Santa for families of children with special needs. – January 31st, District Mid-Winter Conference (Lorena), hosted by the Robinson Lions Club – April 11th, District Convention, hosted by the Palestine Lions Club – Lions Field @Smith and West 5th could use some updates. Jon Fontenot will get Parks & Rec to explore options – tabled until we have more information. – The Club plans to participate in the Lions International Peace Poster Contest. Keith Cook will take the lead during the 2025-26 school year. – 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 – Update on Cadence Bank – CD and other – on hold – Belton Lions Wall at Heritage Park – James Harrison coordinating – Girl Scout Troop 8121 Silver Award Project – The Board agreed to sponsor the Hammock Garden for $456. at the Belton Early Childhood School (BECS) Outdoor Learning Center Project. Instead, we have sponsored the actual garden – same price; Hammock Garden was already sponsored.
BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday July 31st, 2025 Call to Order by Lion President Jon Fontenot “If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!
Lion Members Present: Sam Listi, Jennah Gliha & Chris Gregg, Jon Fontenot, Danny Dossman, Karen Stagner, Billy Conway, David Shaw, Mike Matthews, Rob Potts, Keith Cook, Wayne Carpenter, David Tuma, Mac Hickerson & Damian, Clint Bailey, Luke Potts Lion At-Large Members:
Guests: Joe Dyer (City of Belton Parks & Rec Director), Christina Waits (City of Belton PR), Paul Romer (City of Belton Director of Communications), Susie Marek. “Friends for Life” (guest of Karen Stagner)Song: Lion Mike Matthews Pledge to US Flag: Lion Billy Conway Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Keith Cook Prayer: Lion Rob Potts Joke: Lion Danny Dossman – Bathroom – same and different – you had to be there. Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Lion Mac Hickerson Exercise: Mike Matthews
July Lion Birthdays: Keith Cook (7/6), Jennah Gliha (7/15), and James Harrison (7/30)
Announcements
– BLC Committee Assignments – Sign-up Sheet – Thank you for Volunteering
– MD 2-X3 Cabinet Meeting, August 9th, 7:45a-1p, Harris Center, hosted by Temple Belton Ladies Lions, we need to support our District Ladies Lions in our backyard – need lots of BLC attendees. Sign-up Sheet – Club will pay registrations.
– LIONS on the LEON – Sponsor handout – challenge each member to bring back at least one sponsor at ANY level. Mail-out and emails to Belton Businesses and past sponsors will go out next week. First Sponsor came in today: Smoke Eater Guitars. – Picnic in the Park – Jay White and the Blues Commanders –Thank you to Judy Garrett – Captain “D” Dash for Sight – 5K Fun Run/Walk – handout – route has been finalized – promotion to Run Clubs, runners begins this weekend. Thank you to JoJo Guzman for finalizing the route for us. – Judy Garrett has asked that we set up a booth at the Thursday, August 28th (?) Belton U Event for Belton Employees at UMHB again this year … maybe take the “baby” and/or “mini” pearl?? … promote the 5K too – as well as Club Membership.
– LEO Club – the Club has been asked to join with Temple Breakfast Lions to support their existing LEO Club – this is a liaison commitment request; not monetary. We need a member to volunteer to be our Club liaison with Dr. Ponder and Dorree Collins. Please consider volunteering to meet with Dr. Ponder and Dorree to get more information– who’s up for it?
Program: Lion Sam Listi provided an update on the City of Belton – Growth, Development Trends, Investments, MUD Districts, Water Resources; Joe Dyer presented on Parks and Rec – updates & Phase 2 expansion at Heritage Park is scheduled for 2027; Fire Chief Lion Jon Fontenot presented on the Fire Department – updates and improvements; and the Club presented our annual Heritage Park partnership check in the amount of $5,000. (group photo w/club members)
Future Programs:
August 7 – John Corsi – Stephanie Newell, District Attorney August 14 – Jennah Gliha August 21* – Open Board Meeting Date (was Jon Fontenot) August 28 – David Leigh September 4 – Mike Matthews September 11 – James Harrison September 18* – Open Board Meeting Date (was Rob Potts) September 25
Meeting Close – Where there’s a NEED … there’s a LION!
Keep on the Front Burner/Mark Your Calendar:
– BLC Fundraiser Cruise – March 1-8, 2026 from Galveston onboard the Regal Princess – with stops in Cozumel, Costa Maya, and Roatan – includes all port charges, round trip transportation to the pier in Galveston and a breakfast on the charter bus. Your Travel Agent, 254-939-731, yourtravelagent@hot.rr.com – Bell County Senior Expo, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 8am-1pm, Cadence Bank Center – Entertainment hosts; Speaker hosts; Greeters; & Emcee. Sign-up Sheet is FULL. Thank you! – Temple Founders suggestion regarding Kerrville needs (email); and Lion Chief Jon Fontenot will be keeping us updated in the weeks to come. – Our Club will be selling the People’s Choice tickets and our Plate Spinning Contest at Belton, Bacon, Blues and Brews, September 27 – October 4th, LIONS on the LEON, Captain “D” Dash for Sight, 8:30am; Picnic in the Park, 10a-1p; Wacky Open & Cardboard Boat Race, People’s Choice Judging starts at 11am, race heats start at 1pm. – October 10 & 11, Belton Polka on the Square, Save the Date – at this time, we’re unaware if we will be serving or helping. – October 11 & 12, Rescue Magazine Pet Adoption Extravaganza, 10am-5pm – Save the Date – possibly lending the Black Pearl again. – October 18th, District Cabinet Meeting, hosted by Harker Heights Lions – November 1st, 2-4pm, CTCS, 14 Annual Fall Festival for families of children with special needs – November 20 – Thanksgiving Basket Delivery – December 11 – Christmas Basket Delivery (note – earlier date) – December 18, (set up at 1pm), 5-8pm, Harris Center, Pictures with Santa for families of children with special needs. – January 31st, District Mid-Winter Conference (Lorena), hosted by the Robinson Lions Club – April 11th, District Convention, hosted by the Palestine Lions Club – Lions Field @Smith and West 5th could use some updates. Jon Fontenot will get Parks & Rec to explore options – tabled until we have more information. – The Club plans to participate in the Lions International Peace Poster Contest. Keith Cook will take the lead during the 2025-26 school year. – 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 – Update on Cadence Bank – CD and other – on hold – Belton Lions Wall at Heritage Park – James Harrison coordinating – Girl Scout Troop 8121 Silver Award Project – The Board agreed to sponsor the Hammock Garden for $456. at the Belton Early Childhood School (BECS) Outdoor Learning Center Project. Instead, we have sponsored the actual garden – same price; Hammock Garden was already sponsored.
