Belton Lions Club

BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday September 11, 2025 
Call to Order by Lion President Jon Fontenot
“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB! 

Lion Members Present: Karen Stagner, Larry Berg, Todd Schiller, John Corsi, Brendan Brown, Mac Hickerson & Debbie, Keith Cook, Jon Fontenot, David Leigh, Mike Matthews, Danny Dossman, Jennifer Ramirez, Sam Listi, Rob Potts, David Tuma
Lion At-Large Members:
Guests: Pam Blair (joined today), Robert Potts (speaker), Susie Marek (guest of Karen Stagner)
Song: Lion John Corsi
Pledge to US Flag: Lion Larry Berg
Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Keith Cook
Prayer: Lion Brendan Brown
Joke: Lion Danny Dossman – most bald men still have a comb … they just can’t part with it …
Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Lion Mac Hickerson – longest spin EVER
Exercise: Lion James Harrison
September Lion Birthdays: NONE
Announcements

– LIONS on the LEON (3 weeks out)
  – Sponsor handout – Sponsor deadline to be included on t-shirt is tomorrow, Sept. 12th. Sponsorships offset cost to hold the event – printing, signs, prizes & awards, carnival games & prizes. Current paid sponsors: RVOS Insurance, Perry Contract Furniture, Cochran, Blair & Potts, Smoke Eater Guitars & Junction Fitness. Invoiced sponsors: ABC Home & Commercial, John Corsi State Farm.  Lion James Harrison announced that Blue Ridge Ranch will match new sponsorships that come in.
  – Need company brochures, flyers and stuff for Swag Bags (75)
  – Silent/Bucket Raffle – we now have fourteen (14) basket items on-hand and committed– Thank you.
  – Volunteer Sign-Up by area/category/time – 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 – volunteer sign-up passed – scan attached.
– 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!  Details email will be sent to those who have signed up – scan attached.
– Lions ZONE C-2 Meeting, Sept. 25, 6pm, Feed My Sheep Sunrise Center, hosted by Temple Breakfast Lions Club, meal provided by Temple Feed My Sheep.  Zone Clubs: Belton, Rosebud Lott, Salado, Temple Belton Ladies, Temple Breakfast & Temple Funder. Sign up sheet will be passed – spouses Welcome – scan attached.
– Our Club will be selling the People’s Choice tickets and our Plate Spinning Contest at Belton, Bacon, Blues and Brews, September 27 – Sign-up sheet passed – scan attached.
Program: A Trip Down Memory Lane – History of Cochran, Blair & Potts – Thank you to James Harrison, Rob and Robert Potts for bringing us this historic timeline and trivia – a unforgettable memory of History.

Future Programs:
September 18* – Open Board Meeting Date (was Rob Potts)
September 25 – Clint Bailey
October 2 – Danny Dossman – Lions on the Leon final logistics meeting
October 9 – Brendan Brown
October 16 – Open General Meeting & Board Meeting
October 23 – Mary Shockley
October 30 – David Shaw
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 
– 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 18^th, 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 31^st, District Mid-Winter Conference (Lorena), hosted by the Robinson Lions Club
– April 11^th, District Convention, hosted by the Palestine Lions Club
– Lions Field @Smith and West 5^th 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 BOARD Meeting Recap, Thursday, August 21st, 2025 – 1pm (attachments)

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 4^th 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 1^{st –} 7,292 / Total # Volunteers 112 / Total Volunteer Hours 362 / Total Funds Donated $5,456.00 / Total Funds Raised $-0-

– Treasury Report –
                General Account: $ 9,785.30
                Foundation/Activity Account: $ 30,366.48

Business 

– 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; 2^nd 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 28^th.

– Vision Screening Training Classes, Saturday, August 23^rd, 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 1^st 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 28^th.  (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 18^th, 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 31^st, District Mid-Winter Conference (Lorena), hosted by the Robinson Lions Club
– April 11^th, District Convention, hosted by the Palestine Lions Club
– Lions Field @Smith and West 5^th 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 9^th, 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 21^st – 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 28^th.  … 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 28^th.

– 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 18^th, 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 31^st, District Mid-Winter Conference (Lorena), hosted by the Robinson Lions Club
– April 11^th, District Convention, hosted by the Palestine Lions Club
– Lions Field @Smith and West 5^th 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 9^th, 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 28^th.  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 21^st – 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, 27^th 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 18^th, 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 31^st, District Mid-Winter Conference (Lorena), hosted by the Robinson Lions Club
– April 11^th, District Convention, hosted by the Palestine Lions Club
– Lions Field @Smith and West 5^th 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 9^th,
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 28^th (?) 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 18^th, 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 31^st, District Mid-Winter Conference (Lorena), hosted by the Robinson Lions Club
– April 11^th, District Convention, hosted by the Palestine Lions Club
– Lions Field @Smith and West 5^th 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 24th, 2025
Call to Order by Lion President Jon Fontenot
“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB! 
Lion Members Present: Jon Fontenot, Karen Stagner, Mary Shockley, Rob Potts, Billy Conway, Clinton Bailey, Danny Dossman, David Leigh, David Tuma, Todd Schiller, Jennifer Ramirez, John Corsi, Jennah Gliha & Chris, Luke Potts, Mac Hickerson & Lisa, Wayne Carpenter
Lion At-Large Members:
Guests: Brian (guest of Clinton Bailey), Sheriff Bill Cooke (speaker)
Song: Lion John Corsi
Pledge to US Flag: Lion Clinton Bailey
Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Keith Cook
Prayer: Lion Wayne Carpenter
Joke: Lion Danny Dossman – coffee – that’s all I remember
Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Lion Mac HickersonExercise: Chris Gregg, training exercise

July Lion Birthdays: Keith Cook (7/6), Jennah Gliha (7/15), and James Harrison (7/3o)  

Lion Tail-Twister Danny Dossman reminded members to use “Lion” when addressing members. He is allowing a brief grace period; then, for each infraction, a fine will be applied.  Trivia: Why does the Lion logo have two Lion heads?  Who founded the Lions International?  What year was it founded? 

WELCOME our Newest Member: Past President Lion Keith Cook inducted our newest member Lion Jennifer Ramirez – sponsored by Lion Todd Schiller.  Welcome Lion Jennifer!

Board Meeting Recap
– LIONS on the LEON – Sponsor handout – challenge each member to bring back at least one sponsor at ANY level. (attached)
– LIONS on the LEON Captain “D” 5K Dash for “Sight” – ordering personalized sunglasses
– LIONS on the LEON Picnic in the Park –
            – Instead of renting inflatables; we are planning an old fashioned CARNIVAL
            – Leon River Band is not available on October 4^th; we need to find a band or DJ – soon.
– 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 will sponsor the actual garden – same price; Hammock Garden was already sponsored. 
Announcements
– Back to School with God, Saturday, July 19^th, Recap – Thank you Lion Mike for storing the leftover food supplies – we will use them (concessions) for LIONS on the LEON Picnic in the Park. Fantastic community and Lions Club partnerships – Temple Belton Ladies Lions, Temple Founder Lions, Girl Scout Troops 8121 & 8226, plus more.
– BLC Committee Assignments – Sign-up Sheet. (attached)
– MD 2-X3 Cabinet Meeting, August 9^th,
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.
– 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 Billy Conway invited Bell County Sheriff Bill Cooke. We were honored to hear a few light-hearted personal stories; and an update on Jail(s), Sheriff’s Office, and budget. Thank You! Future Programs:
July 31 – Sam Listi (city) – also Heritage check presentation
August 7 – John Corsi
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 18^th, 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 31^st, District Mid-Winter Conference (Lorena), hosted by the Robinson Lions Club
– April 11^th, District Convention, hosted by the Palestine Lions Club
– Lions Field @Smith and West 5^th 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 BOARD Meeting, Thursday, July 17, 2025

– Membership Report – 38 Active Members – invoices out for 2024-2025 4^th Quarter

Business

Meeting closed at 2pm

Submitted by Lion Secretary Karen Stagner

BLC OPEN Meeting Recap – Thursday July 17th, 2025

Announcements

– Back to School with God, Saturday, July 19^th, 9am-Noon, Yettie Polk Park – Lion Lea Batey will coordinate eye-screeners and equipment. Belton PD will supply EOC Vehicle for screeners.  We will be cooking, wrapping & serving 750 hot dogs – Girl Scouts are coming out to help. Logistics of supplies pick-up and delivery.

– BLC Committee Assignments – Sign-up Sheet.

– MD 2-X3 Cabinet Meeting, August 9^th,  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.

– 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!

– 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 representative 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?

– 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

No formal program or invited speaker – Getting to know each other activity 

Future Programs:

July 24 – Billy Conway – Sheriff Bill Cooke
July 31 – Sam Listi (city) – maybe Heritage check presentation
August 7 – John Corsi
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!