BLC BOARD Meeting Recap – July 16, 2026 Call to Order by Lion 1st Vice President Kevin Hisel Meeting opened at 1:02pm
Board Members Present: Kevin Hisel, John Corsi, Jon Fontenot, Pam Blair, Keith Cook, Karen Stagner, James Harrison Board Members Absent: Larry Berg, Danny Dossman, Jennah Gliha, Rebecca Hutton
Membership Report – 45 Active Members 2025-2026 4th Quarter (April thru June) Dues Payment(s) Handout Maria Alicia Martinez has resigned
Treasury Report – Lion John Corsi motioned to accept; 2nd by Lion Jon Fontenot; voted accepted General Account – $ 9,147.67 Foundation/Activity Account: $ $38,365.77 Edward Jones – $ 24,055.51 Gunter Financial – $ 12,266.77
Service Metrics: New Lion Year started July 1st – no service activity listings – yet …
Old Business:
– CTBR Contribution to BLC from recent volunteering. Lion Karen attended the check presentations ceremony on behalf of the Club. CTBR presented the Club with a check for $500 of the original planned donation due to a recent unexpected expense for their event. CTBR President George Bunker advised that the remainder would be coming in the near future.
New Business:
– BLC Board Meeting for August – regularly scheduled for 3rd Thursday, August 20th. Lion(s) Karen and Rebecca will be on an Alaska Cruise from August 17th to August 25th. Suggested to move the Board meeting to either August 13th or 27th. After discussion, the decision was made to hold the August Board meeting on Thursday, August 13th. Motion by Lion James Harrison; 2nd by Lion Jon Fontenot; voted approved.
– TX Crafty Girlz invoice for member name badges. Requesting authorization for payment. Discounted price of $10 per badge / plus saving cost of LCI shipping / Total badges so far = 18. Invoice total $180.00. After discussion, Lion John Corsi motioned to approve payment; 2nd by Lion Pam Blair; voted approved.
– Texas Lions Camp lunch contribution request – July 24th Visit – our Club will be serving the lunch to the kids and their families attending Family Camp. Clubs customarily underwrite the cost for the lunch. Lion Keith advised the Board that the Camp Lunch cost is $1,800 – however, they are appreciative of any Club contribution amount. After discussion, Lion Keith motioned that we donate the $500 that we made during CTBR; 2nd by Lion Jon Fontenot; voted approved.
Other Handouts: – 2026-2027 Committee Listing – 2026 Program Schedule and Suggestions – Current Membership Contact Information
BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday July 16, 2026 Call to Order by Lion 1st Vice President Kevin Hisel
“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!
Lion Members Present: George Bunker, Tracie Bunker, Mike Matthews, Jon Fontenot, James Dyer, John Corsi, Kevin Hisel, Sam Listi, David Tuma, Danny Dossman, Karen Stagner, Clinton Bailey, Rob Potts, James Harrison, Pam Blair, Keith Cook, David Leigh, Wayne Carpenter Lion At-Large Members: Joe Dyer Affiliate Member: Guests: Cindi Miller (guest of Clinton Bailey) Song: Lion Rob Potts Pledge to US Flag: Lion David Leigh Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Mike Matthews Prayer: Lion Clinton Bailey Joke: Lion James Harrison – Dr Pepper is a … fizz-i-tion Plate Spin: Lion Tracie Bunker – great job! Exercise: Lion Jon Fontenot
July Lion Birthdays: Keith Cook (7/6), Lou Griffin (7/7), Jennah Gliha (7/15), James Harrison (7/30)
Lion Keith gave us an update on our Lifetime Member Mac Hickerson. Suggestion was made to have a couple of members start taking lunch and visiting members who can’t join us on a monthly basis. Lions Keith and Rob will go next week – anyone else is welcome to join them.
Lion of the Year: Each year, past Lions of the Year nominate a member who has been a member; who has demonstrated exceptional service and dedication to their club and community over the past year. It is a way to recognize outstanding contributions that go above and beyond the usual expectations of club membership. This year’s Club Member … so well deserved … Congratulations to Lion Pam Blair!
Heritage Park Partnership Check Presentation: Past President Jon Fontenot invited James Grant, Director of Parks and Recreation; Joe Dyer, Parks Superintendent; Sam Listi, Belton City Manager; and David Leigh, Belton Mayor, to accept our annual $5,000 check in support of Heritage Park. Well Done Belton Lions!
Regular Business
– BOARD Meeting after lunch TODAY
– Committee Groups for 2026-2027 – sign-up sheet –These sign-ups are to volunteer to be on the planning and decision Committees – Thank you – the list is almost filled.
– Back to School with God Backpack Project, this Saturday, July 18th, Yettie Polk Park – Lion Jon final update – Temple Breakfast Lions Larry and Andi Wilkey will be eye screeners with help from BLC Members. H-E-B grant will cover the 750 hot dogs, chips, etc. – Lion PP Jon will pick up food supplies on Friday. Lion Keith will pick up other supplies from BLC storage unit. Girl Scout Troops 8121 & 8226 will be there to wrap the hot dogs and help serve. H-E-Buddy will be there to help. Lion Chris Gregg will bring his Blackstone to cook the hotdogs. Email info will be sent to members signed up to help.
– 1st District Cabinet Meeting of the new Lion Year – also this Saturday, July 18th, Coryell Museum and Historical Center, Gatesville. Lion Karen, with Lion Pam & Jason are going to represent the Club. They will be taking collected bottle caps, can tabs and Gatesville Lions requested school supplies.
– Texas Lions Camp – Family Camp – Session 9, July 22-24, 2026. Salazar Family of Four (4). Update from Lion Keith – our Club representatives will need to arrive at the Camp by 11am to serve lunch. While in Kerrville, we will tour the Camp and also the Texas Lions Museum. Lodging for Friday, July 24th. Lions going: Debra Sue Oden & Chris, Keith Cook, Jennifer Ramirez & Pete, Kevin Hisel & Kamille & their 3 children, Pam Blair & Jason, Karen Stagner and Susie Marek. If any member wants to just join them at the Camp to serve lunch; and take the tours without staying the night – just let the Secretary know your plans to go.
– Zone Chair – PDG Lisle Meeker has reached out to the Club to see if anyone is interested in becoming this year’s Zone Chair. Lion James Harrison who has been Zone Chair twice, explained the responsibilities. If anyone is interested, please contact Club Secretary – PDG Lisle Meeker will mentor throughout the year. Lion Clinton Bailey has volunteered to be Zone Chair – Thank you!
Program: – Lion Joe Dyer invited James Grant, City of Belton Director of Parks & Recreation to give us an update; and to receive our Club’s annual Heritage Park partnership check. Our Club is so proud to partner with the City for Heritage Park Ballpark, Playground & Pavilion each year. James Grant provided a visual update on the Parks Master Plan, including the new Phase II 1 mile walking trail. Thank you! If you want to review the entire plan, you can download their 2026 – 2036 Belton Parks, Recreation, Trails & Open Space Master Plan from their website.
Future Programs: July 23 – Scholarship(s) Presentation – Todd Schiller July 30 – Clint Bailey – Whitney Ingram, GM, Clearwater Underground Water Conservation District Aug 6 – George Scott Bunker, Wastewater Aug 13 – Susie Marek – Eldred’s Nursery Foundation Aug 20 – Nichole Johnson (Board Meeting After) Aug 27 – Debra Sue Oden – Texas Lions District 2 X3 Governor Kim Giles Sep 3 – Jeramie Bailey Sep 10 – John Corsi Sep 17 – Larry Berg – Belton PD Update (Board Meeting after) Sep 24 – David K Leigh Oct 1 – Karen Stagner – Captain “D” Dash for Sight 5K Run/Walk final logistics Oct 8 – Todd Schiller – BISD Update Oct 15 – Rebecca Hutton (Board Meeting After) Oct 22 – Mary Shockley Oct 29 – Jonathon Fontenot Nov 5 – Michael Matthews Nov 12 – Keith Cook Nov 19 – Kevin Hisel – Thanksgiving Baskets (Board Meeting after) Nov 26 – No Meeting – Thanksgiving Dec 3 – Wayne Carpenter Dec 10 – Danny Dossman Dec 17 – Christmas Program – James Harrison (No Board Meeting) Dec 24 – No Meeting – Christmas Eve Dec 31 – No Meeting – New Year’s Eve
Meeting Close – Where there’s a NEED … there’s a LION!
Keep on the Front Burner/Mark Your Calendar:
– Bell County Senior Expo, Tuesday, September 22nd, 8am-1pm, Cadence Bank Center
– Belton Bacon, Blues & Brews, Saturday, September 26th, Downtown Belton- Captain “D” Dash for “Sight”, Saturday, October 3rd, Route totally within Heritage Park established; we have contracted and paid deposit to have a timed run to attract more runners – we’re looking for underwriters for the Timing ($1.400), for Award Medals ($600), and for T-Shirts ($750). Preliminary and variable P&L approved. Lion Pam Blair will coordinate sponsorships. Lions Karen Stagner and Danny Dossman will Team Lead; Committee: Pam Blair, Billy Conway, Club President(s) and Treasurer. Registration is open – USA/Canada Leadership Forum, September 3-5, Memphis, Tennessee – LCICON (International) 2030 will be in San Antonio, Texas; hosted by Texas Lions – Follow MD 2×3 Facebook Page for more info and pictures
BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday July 9, 2026 Call to Order by Lion President Larry Berg
“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!
Lion Members Present: George Bunker, Tracie Bunker, Jennifer Ramirez, Jon Fontenot, Danny Dossman, John Corsi, Debra Sue Oden, Keith Cook, Mike Matthews, Clinton Bailey, Karen Stagner, Mary Shockley, Billy Conway, Rob Potts, James Harrison, Wayne Carpenter, Larry Berg Lion At-Large Members: Affiliate Member: Guests: Brenda Elliott (speaker) Song: Lion Jon Fontenot Pledge to US Flag: Lion Rob Potts Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Billy Conway Prayer: Lion Billy Conway Joke: Lion George or James – Why did the teacher not pass gas in public? … she is a private tooter Plate Spin: Lion Clinton Bailey – great lo-o-o-ng spin! Exercise: Lion James Harrison
July Lion Birthdays: Keith Cook (7/6), Lou Griffin (7/7), Jennah Gliha (7/15), James Harrison (7/30) Song – Happy Birthday! ♫
Lion Keith gave us an update on our Lifetime Member Mac Hickerson. Suggestion was made to have a couple of members start taking lunch and visiting regular members on a monthly basis – to those who aren’t able to join us.
Installation of new Member: Lion James Harrison officiated to induct Lion Tracie Bunker – Welcome!
Regular Business – BOARD Meeting next week, July 16th – Committee Groups for 2026-2027 – sign-up sheet –These sign-ups are to volunteer to be on the planning and decision Committees – Thank you – the list is almost filled. – Belton 4th of July Parade “Celebrating 250 Years of America”. Lion George Bunker update – great fun parade – Lion George thanked everyone for planning and taking part! Our Mascot Linus was a great hit! – Back to School with God Backpack Project, July 18th, Yettie Polk Park – Sign-up sheet passing – (same day as District Cabinet Meeting) President Jon Fontenot is Team Leader. Temple Breakfast Lions Larry and Andi Wilkey will be eye screeners. H-E-B grant will cover the 750 hot dogs, chips, etc. Girl Scout Troops 8121 & 8226 will be there to wrap the hot dogs and help serve. H-E-Buddy will be there to help. Lion Chris Gregg will bring his Blackstone to cook the hotdogs. Lion Jon provided a plan update. – 1st District Cabinet Meeting of the new Lion Year – July 18th, Coryell Museum and Historical Center, Gatesville. (same day as Backpack Project). Lions Karen Stagner with Pam & Jason (aka “Roger Dodger”) Blair are going to represent the Club. – Texas Lions Camp – we have a family going to Family Camp – Session 9, July 22-24, 2026. Salazar Family of Four (4). Thank you to Lion Keith Cook for coordinating this. Lion Keith provided an update that during Family Camp, they have a final day “lunch” instead of an evening awards ceremony. Our Club representatives will need to arrive at the Camp by 11am to serve lunch. PID Sam Lindsey will provide a Camp Tour at 2pm on Friday, July 24th. We are contacting PDG Lawrence Sanchez to try to arrange a tour of the Texas Lions Museum after the Camp Tour. Six (6) Rooms at Super 8 have been reserved and paid for Friday, July 24th. Lions going: Debra Sue Oden & Chris, Keith Cook & Trellis, Jennifer Ramirez & Pete, Kevin Hisel & Kamille, Pam Blair & “Roger Dodger”, Karen Stagner and Susie Marek.
Program: – Lion Jennifer Ramirez – Brenda Elliott, Elliot’s Sweet Boutique – Today’s lunch program was truly an Amazing Story of love, life, faith and giving! Brenda Elliott told the story her life, her giving heart, and the process of donating one of her kidneys to a woman that she knew was in need. This was truly an amazing story; and Brenda Elliott is an amazing woman! Thank you to Lion Jennifer Ramirez for inviting Brenda to tell the story of her giving journey!
Future Programs: July 16 – James Grant/Joseph Dyer $5,000 Heritage Park Check Presentation & Backpack Project logistics (Board Mtg after) July 23 – Scholarship(s) Presentation – Todd Schiller July 30 – Clint Bailey – Whitney Ingram, GM, Clearwater Underground Water Conservation District Aug 6 – George Scott Bunker – Waste Water Aug 13 – Susie Marek – Friends for Life Aug 20 – Nichole Johnson (Board Meeting After) Aug 27 – Debra Sue Oden – Texas Lions District 2 X3 Governor Kim Giles Sep 3 – Jeramie Bailey Sep 10 – John Corsi Sep 17 – Larry Berg – Belton PD Update (Board Meeting after) Sep 24 – David K Leigh Oct 1 – Karen Stagner – Captain “D” Dash for Sight 5K Run/Walk final logistics Oct 8 – Todd Schiller – BISD Update Oct 15 – Rebecca Hutton (Board Meeting After) Oct 22 – Mary Shockley Oct 29 – Jonathon Fontenot Nov 5 – Michael Matthews Nov 12 – Keith Cook Nov 19 – Kevin Hisel – Thanksgiving Baskets (Board Meeting after) Nov 26 – No Meeting – Thanksgiving Dec 3 – Wayne Carpenter Dec 10 – Danny Dossman Dec 17 – Christmas Program – James Harrison (No Board Meeting) Dec 24 – No Meeting – Christmas Eve Dec 31 – No Meeting – New Year’s Eve
Meeting Close – Where there’s a NEED … there’s a LION!
Keep on the Front Burner/Mark Your Calendar: – Bell County Senior Expo, September 22nd, 8am-1pm, Cadence Bank Center – Captain “D” Dash for “Sight”, October 3rd, Route totally within Heritage Park established; we have contracted and paid deposit to have a timed run to attract more runners – we’re looking for underwriters for the Timing ($1.400), for Award Medals ($600), and for T-Shirts ($750). Preliminary and variable P&L approved. Lion Pam Blair will coordinate sponsorships. Lions Karen Stagner and Danny Dossman will Team Lead; Committee: Pam Blair, Billy Conway, Club President(s) and Treasurer. Registration is open – 3 runners have already signed up. – USA/Canada Leadership Forum, September 3-5, Memphis, Tennessee – LCICON (International) 2030 will be in San Antonio, Texas; hosted by Texas Lions – Follow MD 2×3 Facebook Page for more info and pictures – 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. – Belton Lions Wall at Heritage Park – James Harrison coordinating
BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday July 2, 2026 Call to Order by Lion President Larry Berg – first meeting of the Lion Year – “Hail to the Chief”
“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!
Lion Members Present: James Harrison, George Bunker, Tracie Bunker, Debra Sue Oden, Mike Matthews, Jon Fontenot, Billy Conway, Pam Blair, Sam Listi, Rob Potts, Luke Potts, David Tuma, David Shaw, John Corsi, Keith Cook, Larry Berg, Nicole Jack Johnson Lion At-Large Members: Affiliate Member: Guests: Hillary Hickland, Texas House of Representatives, District 55 with Staff Lyndsey Patrick, Susan Harrison (guest of James Harrison) Song: Lion John Corsi Pledge to US Flag: Lion Keith Cook Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion David Tuma Prayer: Lion Rob Potts Joke: Lion James Harrison Plate Spin: Lion George Bunker Exercise: Lion Sam Listi
NOTE: Club Secretary accidently missed a June B’Day – please reach out with a belated b’day wish to Lion David Shaw (6/27) July Lion Birthdays: Keith Cook (7/6), Lou Griffin (7/7), Jennah Gliha (7/15), James Harrison (7/30)
Thank you to Lion Pam Blair for standing in for Club Secretary today – as she is working with the Lone Star Santas for their Convoy of Toys visitations today and tomorrow, as well as their 4th of July Parade plans.
Regular Business
– Committee Groups for 2026-2027 – sign-up sheet attached –These sign-ups are to volunteer to be on the planning and decision Committees – Thank you – the list is almost filled. – Belton 4th of July Parade is just two days away – “Celebrating 250 Years of America”. Lion George Bunker update from Monday’s planning meeting. – Back to School with God Backpack Project, July 18th, Yettie Polk Park – working with Pastor Patrick Russell, Mount Zion UMC. (same day at District Cabinet Meeting) President Jon Fontenot is Team Leader; Committee: Mary Shockley, Debra Sue Oden, Chris Gregg, Kevin Hisel, Keith Cook, Susie Marek, Club President(s), Secretary & Treasurer. Temple Breakfast Lions Larry and Andy Wilkey will be eye screeners. H-E-B grant will cover the 750 hot dogs, chips, etc. Girl Scout Troops 8121 & 8226 have been contacted for assistance wrapping the hot dogs. H-E-Buddy will be there to help. Lion Chris Gregg will bring his Blackstone to cook the hotdogs. – 1st District Cabinet Meeting of the new Lion Year – July 18th, Coryell Museum and Historical Center, Gatesville. Lions Karen Stagner & Pam & “Roger Dodger” Blair are signed up. Club covers fee. – Texas Lions Camp – we have a family going to Family Camp – Session 9, July 22-24, 2026. Salazar Family of Four (4). Thank you Lion Keith Cook for coordinating this. PID Sam Lindsey will provide a Camp Tour at 2pm on Friday, July 24th. Six (6) Rooms at Super 8 have been reserved and paid for Friday, July 24th. Lions going: Jon Fontenot & Angie, Keith Cook & Trellis, Jennifer Ramirez & Pete, Kevin Hisel & Kamille, Pam Blair & “Roger Dodger”, Karen Stagner and Susie Marek.
Program: – Lion Luke Potts invited District 55 State Representative Hillary Hickland – Legislative Update – Thank You!
Future Programs: July 9 – Jennifer Ramirez – Brenda Elliott – An Amazing Story! July 16 – James Grant/Joseph Dyer $5,000 Heritage Park Check Presentation & Backpack Project logistics (Board Mtg after) July 23 – Scholarship(s) Presentation – Todd Schiller July 30 – Clint Bailey – Whitney Ingram, GM, Clearwater Underground Water Conservation District Aug 6 – George Scott Bunker Aug 13 – Susie Marek – Friends for Life Aug 20 – Nichole Johnson (Board Meeting After) Aug 27 – Debra Sue Oden – Texas Lions District 2 X3 Governor Kim Giles Sep 3 – Jeramie Bailey Sep 10 – John Corsi Sep 17 – Larry Berg – Belton PD Update (Board Meeting after) Sep 24 – David K Leigh Oct 1 – Karen Stagner – Captain “D” Dash for Sight 5K Run/Walk final logistics Oct 8 – Todd Schiller – BISD Update Oct 15 – Rebecca Hutton (Board Meeting After) Oct 22 – Mary Shockley Oct 29 – Jonathon Fontenot Nov 5 – Michael Matthews Nov 12 – Keith Cook Nov 19 – Kevin Hisel – Thanksgiving Baskets (Board Meeting after) Nov 26 – No Meeting – Thanksgiving Dec 3 – Wayne Carpenter Dec 10 – Danny Dossman Dec 17 – Christmas Program – James Harrison (No Board Meeting) Dec 24 – No Meeting – Christmas Eve Dec 31 – No Meeting – New Year’s Eve
Meeting Close – Where there’s a NEED … there’s a LION!
Keep on the Front Burner/Mark Your Calendar:
– Bell County Senior Expo, September 22nd, 8am-1pm, Cadence Bank Center – Captain “D” Dash for “Sight”, October 3rd, Route totally within Heritage Park established; we have contracted and paid deposit to have a timed run to attract more runners – we’re looking for underwriters for the Timing ($1.400), for Award Medals ($600), and for T-Shirts ($750). Preliminary and variable P&L approved. Lion Pam Blair will coordinate sponsorships. Lions Karen Stagner and Danny Dossman will Team Lead; Committee: Pam Blair, Billy Conway, Club President(s) and Treasurer. Registration is open – USA/Canada Leadership Forum, September 3-5, Memphis, Tennessee – LCICON (International) 2030 will be in San Antonio, Texas; hosted by Texas Lions – Follow MD 2×3 Facebook Page for more info and pictures – 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. – Belton Lions Wall at Heritage Park – James Harrison coordinating
