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Meeting – June 3

Sunday, June 6th, 2021

Meeting was called to order by Club President Harrison

Attendance: James Harrison, David Leigh, Mike Matthews, David Shaw, Jon Fontenot, Sam Listi, Danny Dossman, John Corsi, Mac Hickerson, Karen Stagner

Guests: Belton IT Chris Brown; AJ Gatewood and speaker Belton PD Detective Robert Gatewood

Song by Lion Corsi

Pledge by Lion Leigh
Prayer by Lion Dossman

Exercise Program: Skipped

Announcements

– There will be a Board Meeting on June 10th with Matt Bates – bringing some great ideas for fundraisers.

– We will NOT have a Club Meeting on July 1st.

– The new list of Program Assignments presented and passed out (attached to this email).

– The Club received a request from 1st Methodist and Zion Methodist to participate in an event at Yettie Polk Park – “Back to School with God” – possibly offering eyeglass recycling or screening – July 7th – hot dogs? –

The Board will discuss it at the next Board Meeting

– Thank you to our Scholarship judges – Lion(s) Harrison, Fontenot, Listi and Hickerson volunteered – tough decisions – Lion Schiller will let us know when we will schedule the Awards Luncheon.

– Lion Stagner advised that we are currently receiving NEW Flag Program participation requests in subdivisions that are in the City of Temple, yet Belton School District. These subdivisions are not part of the Temple Rotary Flag program – we should discuss expanding into these adjoining areas with the perpetual program.

Joke: Lion(s) Leigh and Dossman – gotta love a Movie Theater joke …

Plate Spin by Lion Hickerson … really lo-o-o-o-ong spin!

Program: Presented to us by Lion Leigh: Angel (AJ) Aguilar, new General Manager of Grand Avenue Theaters provided an in-depth look into the theater industry during the pandemic; what’s happening now; new movies; meeting and other opportunities at the theater … great program … looking forward to upcoming movies and entertainment at Grand Avenue. Thank You!

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Board Meeting – May 6

Sunday, May 30th, 2021

BOARD MEETING – Belton Lions Club
Thursday, May 6, 2021
Call to Order: Lion President Harrison at 1:00pm

Members Present: President Harrison, Vice President John Corsi, Secretary/Treasurer Stagner, Lion Tamer Hickerson, 2^nd Vice President Mike Matthews

Guest: None

Order of Business:
Certifying the Slate of Officers to be Voted next week

2021-2022 Officers
President James Harrison
1^st Vice President John Corsi

2^nd Vice President – Mike Matthews

Past President James Harrison

Historian James Harrison

Secretary Karen Stagner
Treasurer Karen Stagner
Belton Lions Club Sweetheart – Vacant
Board Member at Large – Mac Hickerson
Tail Twister Danny Dossman
Lion Tamer Mac Hickerson
Webmaster Karen Stagner
Membership Chair – David Shaw

Picnic in the Park

President Harrison suggested Give Local Belton “GLB” – one day selected – all local Charities/Organizations/Businesses could set a booth at Heritage Park to tell people what they do and why they need local support – no charge for the space – in the Fall – we’ll talk about again at the next Board Meeting.

Wall of Honor – BLC Memorial Fund

President Harrison continues to work on this – we will start with six (6) names on it – we need about $2,500 to get this started – another matching fundraiser coming soon.

The Board discussed setting up a J/E account to begin funding this project – 10% of the final net on our fundraisers; plus David Shaw’s $200; and upcoming Tail Twister fines.

Financial Report

Reports presented for both bank accounts; and for member dues payments. Several past-due and inactive members have been dropped.

Secretary Stagner advised the Board that we need to update our fundraiser(s) paperwork to reflect that payments need to be made to “Belton Lions Foundation”; and not to the Club.

Stampede T-Shirts

Secretary Stagner questioned whether or not we really need to re-order 2021 Stampede T-Shirts. We ran out at the event and most of our Club Members did not receive one. Lion Corsi expressed concern for riders that didn’t receive one. Decision was made to place a re-order for the shirts.

Bank Card(s)

Treasurer Stagner now has a Bank Debit card on each account.

Meeting Ended at 1:20pm

Respectfully Submitted by Lion Secretary Karen Stagner

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Meeting – May 27

Sunday, May 30th, 2021

Meeting was called to order by Club President Harrison

Attendance: James Harrison, Gene Ellis, Sam Listi, Jon Fontenot, Mike Matthews, John Corsi, Mary Shockley, Karen Stagner, Danny Dossman, Rob Potts, David Shaw, Mac Hickerson, Lou Griffin, Frank Hernandez, Todd Schiller

Guests: Belton IT Chris Brown; AJ Gatewood and speaker Belton PD Detective Robert Gatewood

Song by Lion Corsi

Pledge by Lion Shockley
Prayer by Lion Ellis

Exercise Program: No Treadmill Needed

Announcements

– There will be a Board Meeting on June 10th with Matt Bates – bringing some great ideas for fundraisers.

– We will NOT have a Club Meeting on July 1st.

– The new list of Program Assignments will be presented at the next meeting.

The Board will discuss it at the next Board Meeting

– Lion Schiller presented the Club with 13 Scholarship Applicants; and asked for Judges. Lion(s) Harrison, Fontenot, Listi and Hickerson volunteered. An update will be provided at our next meeting..

– Lion Stagner requested that all Lions drive their Flag Routes over the weekend and replace torn or tattered USA Flags. Lion Listi requested that a Memorial Day reminder be sent to all participants. Lion Shaw asked that he be advised if we have any flag/sleeve too close to a mailbox – he will move them over to a more open location.

Program: Presented to us by Lion Ellis: Detective Robert Gatewood provided a fascinating, informative and eye-opening presentation on Protecting Yourself from computer, email, phone, banking and other financial crimes and scams. Thank You and the Belton Police Department for all that you do!

Future Programs –

June 3 – David Leigh

June 10 – John Corsi

June 17 – James Harrison / Jason Martin, Clinical Director, Mayborn College of Health Services, UMHB

June 24 – NEW PROGRAM LIST STARTS!

2021-2022 Officers
President James Harrison
1^st Vice President John Corsi

2^nd Vice President – Mike Matthews

Past President James Harrison

Historian James Harrison

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Meeting – May 20

Sunday, May 23rd, 2021

Meeting was called to order by Club President Harrison

Attendance: James Harrison, Jon Fontenot, Rob Potts, Danny Dossman, John Corsi, Patti Powell, Lou Griffin, Mac Hickerson, Mike Matthews

Guest: Speaker Randy Pittinger

Song by Lion Corsi

Pledge by Lion Fontenot
Prayer by Lion Dossman

Exercise Program: Salad Eaters vs. Chips & Salsa Workout

Announcements

– President Harrison Thanked Randy Pittinger for emceeing the Stampede Bike Ride!.

– There will be a Board Meeting on June 10th with Matt Bates – bringing some great ideas for fundraisers.

– May Board Meeting Minutes to be emailed as soon as the Secretary transcribes them.

– Two (2) Temple residents sent flag orders; the Club suggested that the Secretary contact them about the Temple Rotary Flag Program.

Joke: Lion(s) Corsi, Stagner, Dossman – Murphy’s Law and Cole’s Law

Program: Presented to us by Lion Potts; Director of the Belton Chamber, Randy Pittinger offered highlights about Leadership Belton, 50th Anniversary of the God and Country Concert, 97th Annual Belton Rodeo, 4th of July Parade “Hometown Heroes” (parade on Saturday, July 3rd), and a Noon Hot Dog Eating Contest scheduled for right after the Parade!

Future Programs –

May 27 – Gene Ellis

June 3 – David Leigh

June 10 – Open (maybe John Corsi)

June 17 – James Harrison / Jason Martin, Clinical Director, Mayborn College of Health Services, UMHB

June 24 – NEW PROGRAM LIST STARTS!

2021-2022 Officers
President James Harrison
1^st Vice President John Corsi

2^nd Vice President – Mike Matthews

Past President James Harrison

Historian James Harrison

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Meeting – May 13

Monday, May 17th, 2021

– Prior to the start of the meeting, Mandy Morrison, co-owner of The GIN, stopped in to Thank our Club; and to provide an update on the current limited operations they have at the restaurant – as they re-staff and re-focus –

Meeting was called to order by Club President Harrison

Attendance: James Harrison, Jon Fontenot, Gene Ellis, Sam Listi, David Shaw, Karen Stagner, Danny Dossman, Lou Griffin, Mac Hickerson, Patti Powell, David Tuma, David Leigh, Jim Hudson, Rob Potts, John Corsi

Guest: Heather Stevens, invited by John Corsi

Song by Lion

Pledge by Lion Tuma
Prayer by Lion Leigh

Exercise Program: Can’t get any better that that!

Announcements

– Stampede Update – $7,200 profit!.

– Officer nominations/election/certification presented; nominations open; nominations closed; voted unanimously (Newly Elected Officers listed below)

– Board Meeting Minutes to be emailed soon.

Program: Presented to us by Lion(s) Fontenot & Listi; James Stafford, Bell County Public Information Officer, who started his position with the County during COVID, provided insight to his job responsibilities; actions and interactions with agencies during the pandemic … and moving forward. Thank You!

Future Programs –

May 20 – Rob Potts – Belton Chamber Randy Pittinger

May 27 – Gene Ellis

June 3 – David Leigh

June 10 – James Harrison

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Meeting – May 6

Monday, May 10th, 2021

Meeting was called to order by Club President Harrison

Attendance: James Harrison, Jon Fontenot, Mike Matthews, Karen Stagner, John Corsi, Mack Hickerson

Guest: Jane and Joel Hickerson

Song by Lion Corsi

Pledge by President Harrison
Prayer by Lion Hickerson

Exercise Program: We really needed the exercise to work off the PIZZA!

Announcements

– Stampede Update – Thanks for great volunteer work!.

– Officer nominations/election/certification will be at the next meeting! (Current Slate of Officer Nominations listed below)

– Board meeting immediately following lunch.

Program: Thank you Mac and Joel Hickerson for an enlightening and educational presentation on Akaushi Cattle!

Adjournment

Future Programs –

May 13 – Sam Listi

May 20 – Rob Potts

May 27 – Gene Ellis

June 3 – David Leigh

June 10 – James Harrison

Current Slate of Officer Nominations

Nominations are open – most Officers will stay the same … additional nominations and election at the next meeting.
President James Harrison
1^st Vice President John Corsi
2^nd Vice President – Mike Matthews
Past President Gary Knight
Secretary Karen Stagner
Treasurer Karen Stagner
Belton Lions Club Sweetheart – Vacant
Board Member at Large – Mac Hickerson
Tail Twister Danny Dossman
Lion Tamer Mac Hickerson
Webmaster Karen Stagner
Membership Chair – David Shaw

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Charter Night Celebration – April 29

Sunday, May 2nd, 2021

Happy Birthday Belton Lions – April 29th – Charter Night Review

Celebration was called to order by Club President Harrison @ 6:30pm

As of April 21st, our Belton Lions Club turned 82 years young – Serving the Belton Community!

Attendance: James Harrison (Susan), Jon Fontenot, Mike Matthews, David Shaw (Kim), Lou Griffin (Joyce), Mac Hickerson (Jane), Jim Hudson (Glenda), Patti Powell, Christa Strang (Paul), Sam Listi,

Guest: DG Randy Sepulvado, 1VG Angela Case, Matt & Heather Bates

Entertainment by Gretchen Williams, Harpist
Prayer by Lion Listi

Announcements – Stampede Update –

– a big success this year. Details next week. Thanks for great volunteer work!.

Installation of New Lions –

– Induction lead by James Harrison; Jim Hudson pinned by DG Sepulvado; Patti Powell pinned by 1VG Angela Case. WELCOME to the CLUB!

Presentation of “Friends” Plaque –

– Presented to Matt Bates, Director of Parks and Recreation, City of Belton – by James Harrison

Presentation of DG Excellence Award Pin and Ribbon –

– Presented to James Harrison by Randy Sepulvado … Congratulations Club President Harrison!

Presentation of STAMPEDE Shirt to DG Randy Sepulvado by President Harrison

Adjourned at 8:15pm

Future Programs –

May 6 – Mac Hickerson (to be announced later); and BOARD MEETING afterward.

May 13 – Sam Listi

May 20 – Rob Potts

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Meeting – April 15

Sunday, April 18th, 2021

Hello fellow Belton Lions – April 15th – Lunch Meeting Review

Meeting was called to order by Club President Harrison.

Attendance: James Harrison, Mike Matthews, Jon Fontenot, Gene Ellis, Danny Dissman, Karen Stagner, David Shaw, Rob Potts, Lou Griffin, Patti Powell, John Corsi, Mac Hickerson
Guest: Speaker Barbara Hoffmann

Song by Lion Corsi
Pledge by Lion Dossman
Prayer by Lion Ellis
Exercise Program: In Order!

Joke – A brick, an elephant, a giraffe and a refrigerator … / Plate Spin by Lion Hickerson … a record breaking 20 seconds!

Announcements –

– Charter Night, March 29th, sign up passed around! We would like to induct our two new members at the event.

– We will have elections for our 2021-2022 Officers and Installation in May! (Slate of Officers listed below)

– 10th Annual Stampede volunteer sign-up sheet was passed around.

– Lion Aprons have been received and were on display at the meeting.

– Reminder: Belton Lion Ball Caps are available – $20 each

Stampede Update –

– As of April 15th, we have a total of 67 riders signed up in advance.

Charter Night –

– On April 21st, our Club will be 82 years old. Lion President Harrison has announced that our meeting on April 29th, we will have a Charter Night. Instead of the usual lunch meeting, we will meet in the evening for a social celebration! (much like we did for Christmas) Spouses/Guests Welcome – reservation sheet distributed.

Facebook Member Focus –

– Starting mid-April, we will spotlight one member – photo, who they are and why they are a Belton Lion – first Spotlight will be John Corsi

– Who’s Who form will be available at lunch meetings.

BLC Lions Club Vests –

– Gold Lion vests are available to order @$39.95 each, plus shipping (includes Club personalization on back).

– The first order has been delivered.

– Optional: After your vest is received – we can have your name embroidered, above the patch – locally.

USA Flag Program –

– Lion Shaw, Lion Knight and Lion Stagner will be point of contact for questions or assistance.

Guest Speaker Program: What is a Therapy Dog? Thank you Barbara Hoffmann for introducing our Club to the Go Team Therapy Dogs, who are trained to provide affection & comfort to the Community in so many ways and areas of need.

Future Programs –

April 22 – “Stampede” Final Prep

April 29 – Charter Night Celebration

May 6 – Mac Hickerson

May 13 – Sam Listi

May 20 – Rob Potts

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Board Meeting – April 1

Tuesday, April 13th, 2021

BOARD MEETING – Belton Lions Club
Thursday, April 1, 2021
Call to Order: Lion President Harrison at 1:00pm

Members Present: President Harrison, Vice President John Corsi, Secretary/Treasurer Stagner, Lion Tamer Hickerson, Past President Shaw

Guest: None

Order of Business:
Guest Meals (Amended 4/1/2021)

Discussed whether invited guest (who join the Club) should be paid by the inviting member. After discussion, it was decided that the policy would be: if the guest joins the Club “before the inviting member’s next billing cycle” – their lunch would be part of the new member’s own dues; otherwise, the inviting Lion will be invoiced for the guest’s lunch. It was also discussed and decided that a guest – not personally invited by one of our members – should be expected to pay for their own lunch $15.00.

Stampede

President Harrison will coordinate with Lion(s) Shaw and Corsi to order the t-shirts.
We should have the final count soon – deadline to qualify for a rider shirt has passed.

As President Harrison will not be here for the Stampede, the $200 in H-E-B gift cards and the $75 WalMart Gift Card were given to Lion David Shaw – to purchase what is needed for the Stampede.

“Friend of” Plaque for Matt Bates

President Harrison will pay for the plaque; it will be presented to Matt Bates on Charter Night. Matt Bates and his wife will be guests of President Harrison.

William Long and Hallie Cox Scholarships – two (2) $1,000 scholarships

Lion Todd Schiller – Scholarship Chair. Applications are due back to Counselors Office by May 1^st.

BLC Memorial Fund

The Board discussed setting up a J/E account to begin funding this project – 10% of the final net on our fundraisers; plus David Shaw’s $200; and upcoming Tail Twister fines.

Cooking Vests with the Lions Logo

Lion Stagner made motion that the Club purchase eight (8) of the official Lions Cooking vests from LCI; 2^nd by Lion Corsi; approved.

Election of Officer/Nominations

Nominations are open – most Officers will stay the same … additional nominations and election at the next meeting.

President James Harrison

1^st Vice President John Corsi

2^nd Vice President – Mike Matthews (agreed after the Board Meeting)

Past President Gary Knight

Secretary Karen Stagner

Treasurer Karen Stagner

Belton Lions Club Sweetheart – Vacant

Board Member at Large – (currently Doc Weaver)

Tail Twister Danny Dossman

Lion Tamer Mac Hickerson

Webmaster Karen Stagner

Membership Chair – David Shaw

Bank Card(s)

Treasurer Stagner requested Board authorization to get at least one Bank Debit card on each account. Lion Shaw made the motion; 2^nd by Lion Hickerson; approved.

Meeting Ended at 2:00pm

Respectfully Submitted by Lion Secretary Karen Stagner

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Meeting – April 8

Tuesday, April 13th, 2021

Hello fellow Belton Lions – April 8th – Lunch Meeting Review

Meeting was called to order by Club President Harrison.

Attendance: James Harrison, Mike Matthews, Karen Stagner, Rob Potts, David Shaw, John Corsi, Christa Strang, Mac Hickerson, Lou Griffin
Guest: Speaker DeShon Williams (Speaker), Patti Powell

Song by Lion Corsi
Pledge by Lion Griffin
Prayer by Lion Hickerson
Exercise Program: Aim HIGH!

Joke – Why did the Chicken cross the Road? / Plate Spin by Lion Hickerson

Announcements –

– Charter Night, March 29th, sign up passed around!

– State Convention will be in Waco, May 20-22 – $175 per person

– We will have final nominations and elections for our 2021-2022 Officers at the next meeting!

– 10th Annual Stampede volunteer sign-up sheet was passed around.

– Lion Aprons have been ordered.

– Reminder: Belton Lion Ball Caps are available – $20 each

Stampede Update –

– Lion Matthews announced that ABC Home and Commercial Services has formed a riding team & challenges other member organizations to do the same.

– As of April 8th, we have a total of 60 riders signed up in advance.

Charter Night –

Facebook Member Focus –

– Starting mid-April, we will spotlight one member – photo, who they are and why they are a Belton Lion.

– Who’s Who form will be available at lunch meetings.

BLC Lions Club Vests –

– Gold Lion vests are available to order @$39.95 each, plus shipping (includes Club personalization on back).

– The first order has been delivered.

– Optional: After your vest is received – we can have your name embroidered, above the patch – locally.

USA Flag Program –

– from our recent email and mail-out, we have received several renewals.

– Lion Shaw, Lion Knight and Lion Stagner will be point of contact for questions or assistance.

Easter Meal for HOCTIL Families –

– Thank You to those who contributed!

Guest Speaker Program: Thank you Lion Chief Fontenot for inviting DeShon Williams, President of Belton Fire Corps to tell us about the Fire Corps, their Purpose, Mission, Training and Dedication to Assisting the Belton Fire Department and Firefighters.

May 6 – Mac Hickerson

May 13 – Sam Listi

May 20 – Rob Potts

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