Belton Lions Club

Call to Order by Lion President Jennah Gliha at 12:21pm.
“If its Thursday … its LIONS CLUB!”

Members Present: Sam Listi, Jon Fontenot, Chris Gregg, Danny Dossman, Mary Shockley, Billy Conway, John Corsi, Larry Berg, Jennah Gliha, Mike Matthews, Keith Cook.
Guest: Mike Seiler (speaker)
Song: Lion John Corsi
Pledge to US Flag: Lion Billy Conway
Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Keith Cook
Prayer: Lion Sam Listi
Joke: Lion Mike Matthews
Plate Spin: Lion Chris Gregg
Exercise: Lion Mike Matthews – B+ positive.

May Birthdays: Brett Beamesderfer (5/7) Billy Conway (5/12) Veronica Logan (5/18) David Shaw (5/27)

Board Meeting Recap:

Flag Program: Memorial Day is May 26^th – next Board meeting unpaid will need to be picked up or depleted. Final renewal reminder will be sent during the week of May 4^th. Thank you to Danny Dossman and Mike Matthews for replacement of flags.

Fundraiser Cruise – The Board agreed on March 1-8, 2026 visiting ports of Cozumel, Costa Maya and Roatan; 7 night Caribbean Cruise from Galveston onboard the Regal Princess. When James gets back, he will get the flier/card created. 

General Announcements:

Penguin Project – Shrek, Jr. Show times are: Friday, May 2^nd at 7pm; Saturday, May 3^rd at 7pm; Sunday May 4^th at 2pm. – Link to get tickets, google:www.beltonpenguinproject.ludus.com. Jennifer Ramirez does a great job helping with this project. Location is Belton High School.

Reminder: Tree Dedication Ceremony, Friday May 2^nd, 10am, Heritage Park – honoring Lion Danny Dossman as Beltonian of the Year.

Texas Lions Camp Visit & Tour – June 13 & 14 – we have Keith (333590), Karen & Susie Marek (333591) Jennah/Chris (333589) going so far. Keith is reaching out to BISD Delta+ Administration to invite two of them to join us. Does anyone else want to go with us? We have a room (333589) that we are holding.

Thank you note: Card was passed around for signatures… plan to print with signatures of Lion members. 

Program: Lion Shockley introduced Mike Seiler as the guest speaker. He spoke about Bull Riders Association activities and upcoming events in our area. August 30^th at Schoepf’s BBQ . Belton downtown outdoor event.  Event dates include October 25^th and Dec 7^th at the EXPO. (Cadence Bank Center). 

Future Programs:
May 8 – David Shaw – final STAMPEDE planning meeting.
May 15 – David Tuma – Board Meeting after.
May 22- Randy Dixon, Central Counties Services (MHMR)
May 29 – Dewayne Williams
June 5 Todd Schiller (schools)
June 12 – Sam Listi (city)
June 19 – James Harrison (club) -plus officer installation
June 26 – Karen Stagner (chamber)
July 3 – Danny Dossman

Mike Seiler was thanked for being our guest speaker. Remember, where there is a need, there is a Lion!

Sign up sheets to volunteer and work the Stampede event were passed around and discussed by members present. Keith Cook is going to locate 3 paint rollers.

Keep on the Front Burner:

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

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

The William Long and Halley Cox Memorial Scholarship applications are in. Todd Schiller and Keith Cook will be reviewing them soon. Thank you!

Lions on the Leon – update from Monday’s meeting – 2025 will be entirely riverside. Danny is working on the 5K route through the neighborhood (Belton Parks & Rec is working with us). The 5K route will be a combination of trail and streets. Belton 4^th of July Parade. Will we have an entry?

BLC BOARD Meeting Recap – April 24th, 2025 (delayed from April 17^th)

Call to Order by Lion President Jennah Gliha at 1:10pm
Members Present: Jon Fontenot, Danny Dossman, Karen Stagner, Larry Berg, John Corsi, Jennah Gliha
Absent: Todd Schiller, Mike Matthews, Keith Cook, David Shaw

Membership Report – Karen Stagner –
Total Active Members – 37

Treasurer Report –

   General Account – $ 8,073.53
Foundation Account – $ 38,133.62
Edward Jones – $ 23,861.41
Raymond James (Gunter) – $ 11,824.48

Business:

– Flag Program – Memorial Day is May 26^th – next Board Meeting unpaid will need to be picked up or depleted.
Final Renewal reminder will be sent during the week of May 4^th.

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

– Fundraiser Cruise –Doniece Gray, Your Travel Agent – 2026 Fundraiser Cruise.  Doniece presented two (2) options for a 7 night Caribbean Cruise from Galveston onboard the Regal Princess.  One is February 22-March 1, 2026 with an overnight in Cozumel; then on to Roatan (Mahogany Bay); The other is March 1-8, 2026 visiting ports of Cozumel, Costa Maya and Roatan.  Thank you James for putting this together – After discussion, the Board agreed on the March 1-8 date.  Karen will contact Your Travel Agent.

– Central Counties Services (MHMR) Heal/loss Initiative – Randy Dixon has asked to speak to the Club – he says he is not asking for money – only to inform the community of the people needs and goals of this project.

After discussion, we will contact Randy Dixon to see if he is available to speak to us on Thursday, May 22^nd.

– By Laws & Constitution – Secretary of State returned our submission. 1. $5.00 fee; and 2. P.O. Box is not accepted.  Karen will resubmit today with BLC $5 check; and we will use Cen-Tex Automotive street address.

– Raymond James/Gunter Account – needs officer minutes, and email/phone for signers on account.  New officers on the account will be Jennah Gliha and Karen Stagner

– Leadership Belton has asked if we have decided to donate.

$5,000 diamond sponsor, Branding opportunity: Your company’s name or logo printed on the court
·       Ribbon cutting this spring and press release recognition / Video/photos for social media
$2,500 gold sponsor, New park bench, similar to the photos, with engraved plaque to honor your donation for years to come
·     Ribbon cutting and press release recognition / Video/photos for social media
$1,000 silver sponsor
·         Landscaping markers with name / Ribbon cutting and press release recognition / Video/photos for social media
$500 bronze sponsor
·         Donation will support the resurfacing, new goals and planting of trees and shrubs to beautify our park
·         Ribbon cutting and press release recognition / Video/photos for social media

After discussion, the Board agreed that we are already supporting Heritage Park and already plan to update Lions Field; so, we will need to pass this year on Leadership Belton as the Club.  However, several member businesses are considering the “Branding Opportunity”.  Karen will contact them and let them know. 

Holding to a Later Date:

– Membership Milestone Awards – Will we be presenting these at Christmas?  The Board agreed that Milestones will be in five (5) year increments; starting at 10 year membership. – John Corsi and Jennah Gliha.  Secretary has provided a Report of each member’s length of membership. – No discussion at this meeting

– Update on Cadence Bank – CD and other – on hold
– Belton Lions Wall at Heritage Park – James Harrison coordinating
– LEO – Leadership, Experience, and Opportunity

– Tara Cotton (Belton) email to Lions International – daughter needs behind the ear hearing aids for bone conduction – insurance won’t cover the cost – pending family fundraising efforts to supplement any donations – to be updated in 2025.

– Lions on the Leon AAR Meeting – is there an update from Belton City Council about a beer & wine permit in Heritage Park?  The 5K run did not make the Cen-Tex Race Series.

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

– Texas Lions Camp Visit – June 13^th, arrive by 2pm to tour Camp and Museum with PID Sam Lindsey. It was motioned (March) by Hames Harrison; 2^nd by Larry Berg; for the Club to pay for up to four (4) rooms at Y.O. Ranch for the visit.  After discussion – approved by majority. Confirmation Numbers received / room assignments will be submitted week of April 14^th.

Submitted by Belton Lions Club Secretary Karen Stagner

BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday, April 24th, 2025
Call to Order by Lion President Jennah Gliha

“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!”

Members Present: Sam Listi, Jon Fontenot, Danny Dossman, Jennah Gliha, Billy Conway, Karen Stagner, Larry Berg, Luke Potts, David Shaw, John Corsi, Mary Shockley

Guest: Monty & Tammie Van Horn (Fire Ant Tour); Rita Williams (LEGENDS Plate Spinning winner)
Song: by Lion John Corsi
Pledge to US Flag: Lion Luke Potts
Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Larry Berg
Prayer: Lion Sam Listi
Joke: Lion Luke Potts, Where does a Pirate go to get a Hook …. 2^nd hand store ….

Plate Spin: Legends of the Chisholm Trail Plate Spin Winner – Rita Williams

Exercise: Lion Jon Fontenot

April Birthdays: David Tuma (4/3) and Gene Ellis (4/6)

General Announcements:

– Legends on the Chisholm Trail Plate Spinning Winner presentation to Rita Williams, Spin Time: 15.84

– Penguin Project – Shrek, Jr. – Show times are: Friday, May 2 at 7PM; Saturday, May 3 at 7PM; Sunday, May 4 at 2PM – link to get tickets, google: www.beltonpenguinproject.ludus.com

– Reminder: Tree Dedication Ceremony, Friday, May 2^nd, 10am, Heritage Park – honoring Lion Danny Dossman as Beltonian of the Year.

– Texas Lions Camp Visit & Tour – June 13 & 14 – we have Keith (333590), Karen & Susie Marek (333591), Jennah, Chris (333589) going so far.  Keith is reaching out to the BISD Delta+ Administration to invite two of them to join us. Does anyone else want to go with us? We have a room (333589) that we are holding.

– Passing around Thank you note for signatures … plan to print with signatures.

Program: STAMPEDE … lots of handouts …

45 Registered Participants – same as where we were last year at this time.

T-Shirts have been ordered – projected/anticipated amount – gold softstyle shirt / deep purple ink

Sponsor sign ordered – we are shy of what we collected in 2024

Bib Raffle Completed – 32 bib raffle items donated

Ride Packets are filled with Swag – 120 count – t-shirts/bibs/labels to be added Tuesday, May 6th

Direction Arrow signs have been ordered and in-hand

H-Stands have been marked with STAMPEDE and bundled in packs of 10

Go over TimeLine and Action Items (attached)
Future Programs:

May 1 – Mary Shockley – Michael Seiler, Bull Riding

May 8 – David Shaw – final STAMEDE planning meeting.

May 15 – David Tuma – Board Meeting After

May 22 – tentative – Randy Dixon, Central Counties Services (MHMR)

May 29 – Dwayne Williams

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

Keeping on the Front Burner (do not need to go over these at lunch meeting)

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

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

– The William Long and Halley Cox Memorial Scholarship Applications are in.  Todd Schiller and Keith Cook will be reviewing them soon. Thank You!

– Lions on the Leon – update from Monday’s meeting – 2025 will be entirely Riverside.  Danny is working on the 5K route through the neighborhood (Belton Parks & Rec is working with us).  The 5K route will be a combination of trail and streets.  We need to decide if we are going to put an entry into the Belton 4^th of July Parade.

Members Present: Todd Schiller, David Leigh, John Corsi, Mike Matthews, Wayne Carpenter, Karen Stagner, Mary Shockley, Billy Conway, Rob Potts, Luke Potts, Mac Hickerson, James Harrison

Guest: Doniece Gray, Your Travel Agent (speaker)
Song: by Lion David Leigh
Pledge to US Flag: Lion Billy Conway
Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Mary Shockley
Prayer: Lion Wayne Carpenter
Joke: Lion … oops … didn’t write it down …
Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Mac Hickerson
Exercise: Lion James Harrison
April Birthdays: David Tuma (4/3) and Gene Ellis (4/6)

General Announcements:

REMINDER – Board Meeting POSTPONED to April 24th … and … THANK YOU to the five (5) people who delivered Easter Baskets – Wayne Carpenter, Keith Cook, John Corsi, Rob Potts, Mike Matthews.

– Plate Spinning Winner to be awarded on Thursday, April 24^th, Rita Williams, Time: 15.84

– The William Long and Halley Cox Memorial Scholarship Applications are in.  Todd Schiller and Keith Cook will be reviewing them soon. Thank You!

– STAMPEDE: Update from Monday’s meeting … Signs & T-Shirts will be ordered Friday, April 25^th. Karen will be out of town April 26^th thru Sat. May 3^rd. Packet Stuffing will be Tuesday, May 6^th, location TBD – if not done prior. May 7,8,&9 – we will need volunteers to help mark the route and put out the 126 signs. Thank you note will be passed around for signatures on April 24^th … plan to print with signatures. April 24^th lunch meeting will be STAMPEDE planning and logistics.

– Lions on the Leon – update from Monday’s meeting – 2025 will be entirely Riverside.  Danny is working on the 5K route through the neighborhood (Belton Parks & Rec is working with us).  The 5K route will be a combination of trail and streets.  We need to decide if we are going to put an entry into the Belton 4^th of July Parade.

– Penguin Project – Shrek, Jr. – Show times are: Friday, May 2 at 7PM; Saturday, May 3 at 7PM; Sunday, May 4 at 2PM – please mark your calendar, get your tickets and plan to attend.

– Texas Lions Camp Visit & Tour – June 13 & 14 – we have Keith, Karen, Jennah, Chris & Susie Marek going so far.  Keith is reaching out to the BISD Delta+ Administration to invite two of them to join us. Does anyone else want to go with us? We currently have four (4) rooms at Inn of the Hills with a rate of $99.00 night.

Program: James Harrison invited Doniece Gray, Your Travel Agent, to talk with us about a 2026 Fundraiser Cruise.  Doniece presented two (2) options for a 7 night Caribbean Cruise from Galveston onboard the Regal Princess.  One is February 22-March 1, 2026 with an overnight in Cozumel; then on to Roatan (Mahogany Bay); The other is March 1-8, 2026 visiting ports of Cozumel, Costa Maya and Roatan.  Thank you James for putting this together – the Board will make the decision next week.

Future Programs:

April 24 – STAMPEDE Logistics & Plate Spinning Presentation
May 1 – Mary Shockley
May 8 – David Shaw – final STAMEDE planning meeting.
May 15 – David Tuma – Board Meeting After
May 22 – open
May 29 – Dwayne Williams

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

Keeping on the Front Burner

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

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

BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday, April 10th, 2025
Call to Order by Lion President-Jennah Gliha

“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!”

Members Present: Jennah Gliha, John Corsi, Mike Matthews, Danny Dossman, Billy Conway, Wayne Capenter, Mac Hickerson, Rob Potts, Luke Potts, Sam Listi, Keith Cook, Dwayne Williams, Larry Berg

Guest: Chris Gregg, Sue Harrison, PID Sam Lindsey & Stacy Phillips (speakers)
Song: by Lion John Corsi
Pledge to US Flag: Lion Mike Matthews
Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Luke Potts
Prayer: Lion Rob Potts
Joke: Lion Danny Dossman – chicken playing basketball – fowl play

Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Mac Hickerson
Exercise: Lion James Harrison

April Birthdays: David Tuma (4/3) and Gene Ellis (4/6)

General Announcements:

REMINDER – Board Meeting next week, April 17^th

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

May 7,8,&9 – we will need volunteers to help mark the route and put out the 100+ signs.

Next Stampede Planning meeting – Monday, April 14^th 6pm, Danny’s home.

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

– Easter Food Baskets for the Special Needs families – Delivery is scheduled for after lunch on Thursday, April 17^th.  Please deliver your goods on or before then. (list attached)

– Reminder – next week, April 17^th is BOARD meeting.

– Texas Lions Camp Visit & Tour – June 13 & 14 – we have Keith, Karen, Jennah, Chris & Susie Marek going so far.  Keith is reaching out to the BISD Delta+ Administration to invite two of them to join us.

– It’s time to start planning our Lions on the Leon participation in the Belton 4^th of July Parade.

Program: James Harrison has coordinated our 86^th Anniversary Celebration – Thank You!  We have CAKE!

Past International Director Sam Lindsey spoke about Lions history, Lions Projects and Texas Lions Camp. He and DG-elect Stacy Phillips presented LCI Presidential Awards to Lion(s) Mac Hickerson and Rob Potts for their 50 years of Lionism; and an award of Appreciation from the International President to Lion Karen Stagner.

Future Programs:

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

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

May 1 – Mary Shockley

May 8 – David Shaw – final STAMEDE planning meeting.

May 15 – David Tuma – Board Meeting After

May 22 – Nick Valentine

May 29 – Dwayne Williams

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

Keeping on the Front Burner (do not need to go over these at lunch meeting)

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

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

Leah Hodges – Leadership Belton Class of 2025 – help beautify Miller Heights Park – The Class of 2025 is currently raising money to contribute to the resurfacing of the basketball court, adding dog waste stations around the park, and adding a new park bench.  They are seeking donations and sponsors. Checks can be made out to the Belton Chamber of Commerce. The topic will be added to the next Board Meeting.

BLC Meeting Recap – Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
Call to Order by Lion President-Jennah Gliha

“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!”   

Members Present: Jennah Gliha, Keith Cook, Jon Fontenot, Karen Stagner, Wayne Carpenter, Danny Dossman, Mike Matthews, Karen Stagner, Mary Shockley, Mac Hickerson, Rob Potts, James Harrison, Dwayne Williams, Sam Listi
Guest: Matt Bates (speaker)
Song: by Lion Keith Cook
Pledge to US Flag: Lion Jon Fontenot
Pledge to Texas Flag: Lion Dwayne Williams
Prayer: Lion Sam Listi
Joke: Lion Danny Dossman – Cataract Doctor Jim … …. …. ….
Plate Spin: World Renowned Plate Spinner Mac Hickerson
Exercise: Lion James Harrison

April Birthdays: David Tuma (4/3) and Gene Ellis (4/6) 

General Announcements: 

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

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

– Easter Food Baskets for the Special Needs families – the sign-up sheet is FULL – Thank You!  Delivery is scheduled for after lunch on Thursday, April 17^th.  Please deliver your goods on or before then. (.pdf attached)

– Legends on the Chisholm Trail, – Fantastic event … we raised over $900.00.

Program: Rob Potts invited Matt Bates to update the Club on the City’s purchase of Miller Heights Elementary. Thank you for sharing the proposed strategic plan for the school. It looks like a bright future for the facility and for the neighborhood.

Future Programs:
April 10 – James Harrison BLC 86^th Anniversary is April 15^th – James has invited PID Sam Lindsey and other Lion dignitaries to help us celebrate our 86^th.
April 17 – Doniece Gray, Your Travel Agency – Board Meeting after; plus … Easter Basket Delivery- same day at Region 12 Special Olympics too.
April 24 – Brett Beamesderfer – he will let us know soon who he is bringing
May 1 – Mary Shockley
May 8 – David Shaw – final STAMEDE planning meeting.
May 15 – David Tuma – Board Meeting After
May 22 – Nick Valentine
May 29 – Dwayne Williams 

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

Keeping on the Front Burner 

– The Club plans to participate in the Lions International Peace Poster Contest.  Keith Cook will take Lead during the 2025-26 school year.
– Lions Field @ Smith and West 5^th could use some updates – Jon Fontenot will get with Parks & Rec to explore options – we’ll have more info at next month’s Board meeting.
– Leah – Hodges – Leadership Belton Class of 2025 – help beautify Miller Heights Park – The Class of 2025 is currently raising money to contribute to the resurfacing of the basketball court, adding dog waste stations around the park, and adding a new park bench.  They are seeking donations and sponsors. Checks can be made out to the Belton Chamber of Commerce. The topic will be added to the next Board Meeting. Website link to explain a little more about the project. https://leadershipbelton.my.canva.site/
– June 13th – Texas Lions Camp Visit – Jennah, Chris, Karen, Susie, Keith – inviting 2 Delta + Program administrators.

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

“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!”

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

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

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

Board Meeting Recap:

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

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

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

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

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

General Announcements:

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

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

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

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

Future Programs:

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

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

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

May 1 – Mary Shockley

May 8 – David Shaw – final STAMEDE planning meeting.

May 15 – David Tuma – Board Meeting After

May 22 – Nick Valentine

May 29 – Dwayne Williams

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

BLC BOARD Meeting Recap – March 20, 2025

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

Membership Report – Karen Stagner –
Total Active Members – 39

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

Business:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Holding to a Later Date:

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

Submitted by Belton Lions Club Secretary Karen Stagner

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

“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!”

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

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

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

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

Reminder: Board Meeting TODAY

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

April 24 – Brett Beamesderfer

May 1 – Mary Shockley

May 8 – David Shaw

May 15 – David Tuma – Board Meeting After

May 22 – Nick Valentine

May 29 – Dwayne Williams

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

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

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

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

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

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

“If it’s Thursday … it’s LIONS CLUB!”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

April 24 – Brett Beamesderfer

May 1 – Mary Shockley

May 8 – David Shaw

May 15 – David Tuma – Board Meeting After

May 22 – Nick Valentine

May 29 – Dwayne Williams

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

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

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