Columbia Lion s Regular Club meeting was called to order on May 7, 2015 by President Ken Powis at 6:30 pm with those members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Sign-in sheet. Invocation Lion Sandra G. Pledge Lion Ken Members: 30 Attendance: 18 Percentage: 60% Guests Pastor Anthony Turner & Lois Turner Reports Treasurer s Report Administrative Account balance to date $1,963.71. Activities Account balance to date $9,312.73. Motion made by Lion Ronnie we accept reports as read. Lion John T. seconded. Motion carried. Meeting Minutes Motion made by Lion Sandra G. we accept Board Minutes of April 16, 2015 as written. Lion Ronnie seconded. Motion carried. Motion made by Lion Mickie we accept Regular Club meeting minutes as written. Lion Sandra seconded. Motion carried. Old Business Eyeglass Assistance Board voted to approve assistance for Teresa Spain. Motion made by Lion Denise we assist Teresa Spain in the amount of $165. Lion Judith second. Motion carried. Membership Dunn s Board voted to drop the Dunns. Lion Martha made motion we drop Dunns in good standing. Lion John A. second. Motion carried. Lion Betty will contact Summertown secretary so she can proceed with the transfer process for the Dunns. Guest Speaker Board voted and approved Guest Speakers will begin 3 rd Thursday in July and continue monthly on the 3 rd Thursday of the month. Lion Sue made motion we invite guest speakers on the third Thursday each month hereafter. Lion Sandy second. Motion carried. State Convention Delegate Lion Mickie was appointed by President Ken to serve as delegate at the upcoming convention. Aprons for Events Tabled till next meeting. Donation Request Board voted and approved donation in the amount of $500 to be given to the HOSA Chapter at Central High School with presentation of check to be done at a scheduled meeting. Made motion we donate $500 to HOSA Chapter. Lion Michael second. Motion carried. Fish Fry Lion Karen informed members that Swamp John will do event with less than 350 people. Lion Karen will bring more information at next meeting 5/21/15. Belk Charity Sale No count at this time of amount collected. My Sister s Next Tabled to next meeting. Roundtable Discussion o Reminded everyone of the upcoming training in June and were encouraged to sign up for a class. o Lion Karen talked about Little League magazine. Gather information and bring to meeting. o Sir Rich thanked the club for their support and prayers during his accident recovery. Motion made by Lion John A we adjourn 8:00. Lion Ronnie seconded. Motion carried. Betty Gandee, Secretary 1
Columbia Lion s Club Board meeting was called to order on May 7, 2015 by President Ken Powis at 6:00 pm with those members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Sign-in sheet. Invocation Waived Pledge Waived New Business Eyeglass Assistance Motion made by Lion Georgia we provide assistance to Teresa Spain with assistance in the amount of $165. Lion John T. second. Motion carried. Membership Dunn s International and District dues were paid for 5 months. Haven t received reimbursement from Summertown for this dues. Lion Sue made motion to drop David & Devone Dunn in good standing. Lion Jimmy second. Motion carried. Lion Betty will send email t0 Summertown secretary so she can proceed with the transfer. Guest Speaker Motion made by John Allen we start with Guest speaker at the July 16 th meeting and will have scheduled speakers monthly at the 3 rd meeting of the month. Lion Betty second. Motion carried. ByLaws & Constitution President Ken Powis appointed the following members to revisit and edit as needed: Lion Joy Dove; 2 nd VP, Lion Betty Gandee, Secretary; Lion Mickie DeHaven, Treasurer; Lion Georgia Davis, 1 st VP. 501 3- Lion Sue made motion we pursue the process for 501 3 with the help of Lion Joy Dove. Lion Roma second. Motion carried. State Convention Delegate Lion Ken cannot attend creating a loss of vote. Motion made to name Lion Mickie as alternate delegate. Aprons for Events Tabled till next meeting on May 21, 2015. Donation Request Motion made by Lion Mickie we donate $500 to the HOSA Chapter at Columbia Central High School to help with trip to California National Leader Council. Lion Georgia second. Motion carried. Lion Sandra will invite the five individuals to attend meeting and present donation. Motion made to adjourn meeting at 6:35 by Lion Betty. Lion John A. second. Motion carried.
Columbia Lion s Regular Club meeting was called to order on May 21, 2015 by President Ken Powis at 6:30 pm with those members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Sign-in sheet. Invocation Lion Judith Pledge of Allegiance Lion John T. Members: 28 Attendance: 16 Percentage: 57% Guests Central High School HOSA Chapter was presented a check by President Ken Powis to help with their expenses to travel to California to compete in Medical competition. Reports Treasurer s Report Administrative Account balance to date $2,130.29. Activities Account balance to date $7,776.63. Motion made by Lion Tommy we accept reports as read. Lion Roma seconded. Motion carried. A donation to White Cane in the amount of $876 was presented at State Convention May 9, 2015. Meeting Minutes Motion made by Lion John T. we accept Board Minutes of May 7, 2015 as written. Lion Michael seconded. Motion carried. Motion made by Lion Judith we accept Regular Club meeting minutes as written. Lion Martha seconded. Motion carried. Eyeglass Assistance Received one request from individual and application is being mailed. My Sister s Nest Lion Joy stated they have a clear and free title and deed to the house they are remodeling for female veterans. Fall gathering is second weekend in October and club can do a fund raiser at the event. Lion. Aprons for Events Board voted and approved to purchase six (6) Royal Blue aprons with logo for use at events. Motion made by Lion Martha we purchase six Royal Blue aprons for event. Lion Sandy seconded. Motion carried. Money pocket apron was tabled Audit 2014-215 Lion Betty, Sandy, and Tommy will conduct audit. Date TBD Bylaws & Constitution Board reviewed and voted to accept Bylaws with changes accept changes to Bylaws per International Bylaws with the following change: Membership Chair selects two individuals to serve on committee and will serve one year term. State Convention Rollout 212 members in attendance. 2016 State Convention will be in Chattanooga, 2017 100 year celebration will be held at Pigeon Forge. State Farm Bond Motion made by Lion Tommy we pay bill for bonding in the amount of $135. Lion Martha seconded. Motion carried. Club Purchase Motion made by Lion Tommy club purchases meat maximum $100 for meal on June 4 meeting. Lion Roma seconded. Motion carried. Committee Update o Little League Magazine Waiting on quote. o Fish Fry No decisions at this time. Lion Karen still working on this. o Car Show Lion Jimmy will do music and help is needed with door prizes. o Friends & Family Event Lion Sandy to check with church Pastor to see if 9/19/15 will be available. Betty Gandee, Secretary 1
Columbia Lions Club Regular Meeting Page 2 May 21, 2015 Roundtable Discussion o Lion Betty Reminded everyone of the upcoming training in June and were encouraged to sign up for a class. o Lion Karen talked about Little League magazine. Gather information and bring to meeting. o Sir Rich thanked the club for their support and prayers during his accident recovery. Motion made by Lion Jimmy adjourn 8:20 pm. Lion Ronnie seconded. Motion carried. Betty Gandee, Secretary 2
Columbia Lion s Club Board meeting was called to order on May 21, 2015 by President Ken Powis at 6:00 pm with those members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Sign-in sheet. Invocation Waived Pledge Waived New Business Eyeglass Assistance Request for assistance requested from Karen Dillon. Application will be mailed to requestor. Aprons Motion made by Lion Tommy we purchase six (6) Royal Blue aprons with logo for use at events. Lion Jimmy seconded. Motion carried. Money pocket apron was tabled. Bylaws & Constitution Motion made by Lion Tommy we accept changes with Bylaws per International Bylaws with the following change: Membership Chair selects two individuals to serve on committee and will serve one year term. Lion John A. seconded. Motion carried. Mass Gathering Permit Does not meet our needs. 2014-2015 Audit Lions Betty, Sandy, and Tommy will conduct audit. Lion Betty to set date and notify those on committee. Lion Mickie, Treasure will attend and answer any questions. State Farm Bond Motion made by Lion Tommy we pay bill for bonding in the amount of $135. Lion Martha seconded. Motion carried. Club Purchase Motion made by Lion Tommy club purchases meat maximum $100 for meal on June 4 meeting. Lion Roma seconded. Motion carried. Motion made to adjourn meeting at 6:20 by Lion Tommy. Lion Roma second. Motion carried.
OFFICIAL MINUTES OF REGULAR CLUB MEETING The Board meeting of the Columbia Lions Club was called to order June 4, 2015 at 6:30 pm by President Ken Powis at Columbia Church of God with the following members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Record by red. Allen, John Anderson, Bonnie Bessermin, Denise Blakesleay, Ulisha Brooks, Karen Davidson, Judith Davidson, Michael Davis, Georgia Davis, Jimmy DeHaven, Mickie Dove, Joy Gandee, Betty Goetz, Sandra Goetz, Tommy Hishon, Harry Isabell, Betty F. Keiser, Richard Powis, Ken Powis, Roma Puckett, Sue Rich, Sir Rich, Rosario Springer, Jodi Springer, Martha Springer, Ronnie Thyen, John Thyen, Sandy Turner, Mary Invocation: Lion Sandra Pledge of Allegiance Lion Ken Guests Paula Widener, DG Ron Anderson, DG Elect Wayne Woods Reports Treasurer s Report Admistrative Account balance to date $1,895.29. Activities Account balance to date $7,776.73. Motion made by Lion John Thyen we accept reports as read. Lion Michael seconded. Motion carried. Meeting Minutes Motion made by Lion Martha we accept Board meeting minutes of 5/21/15 as written. Lion Ronnie seconded. Motion carried. Motion made by Lion Mickie we accept Regular Club meeting minutes of 5/21/15 as written. Lion Michael second. Motion carried. Eyeglass Assistance Lion Sandra will mail application to an individual request for assistance. Lion Roma to contact Vocational Rehabilitation to see if they can help with this. Painting Women s Veteran House Board voted and approved.participating club members will paint the living room. Fourth Board Member Board voted and approved the election of adding a 4 th Board member at large to serve one (1) year term per Bylaws. Motion made by Lion Judith we accept Lion Sandra s volunteer to serve. Lion Martha seconded. Motion carried. Committee Reports o Car Show letters will be mailed to sponsors. o Fish Fry Lion Karen stated looking at different options o Friends & Family Event working on invitation and guest speakers. Fundraiser Lion Ronnie made motion we hold a 5K run for Lucas Golden at Maury County Park, July 25. Lion Sue seconded. Motion carried. Award Presentations DG Ron Anderson presented Lions Mickie DeHaven and Tommy Goetz with Jones Fellowship award. Lion Tommy was presented Club Excellence Award patch, GMT pin, and Zone Chair. Induction 2015-2016 Officers DG Ron Anderson inducted new officers. Motion made by Lion Michael we adjourn at 8:50 pm. Lion Joy seconded. Motion carried. Betty Gandee, Secretary Page 1
OFFICIAL MINUTES OF REGULAR CLUB MEETING The Board meeting of the Columbia Lions Club was called to order June 18, 2015 at 6:30 pm by President Ken Powis at Columbia Church of God with the following members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Record in bold. Allen, John Anderson, Bonnie Bessermin, Denise Blakesleay, Ulisha Brooks, Karen Davidson, Judith Davidson, Michael Davis, Georgia Davis, Jimmy DeHaven, Mickie Dove, Joy Gandee, Betty Goetz, Sandra Goetz, Tommy Hishon, Harry Isabell, Betty F. Keiser, Richard Powis, Ken Powis, Roma Puckett, Sue Rich, Sir Rich, Rosario Springer, Jodi Springer, Martha Springer, Ronnie Thyen, John Thyen, Sandy Turner, Mary Invocation: Lion Tommy Pledge of Allegiance Lion Ken Guests Paula Widener Reports Treasurer s Report Admistrative Account balance to $1,729.77. Dispersed checks for Club Supplies $204.25, food 6/4 meeting $11.08, Aprons $98.19. Deposit $148 for name badges. Activities Account balance to date $8,608.33. Dispersed checks for: Stamps for Car show $78.40. Deposit car show $275.00, $800. Motion made by Lion Judith we accept reports as read. Lion John T. seconded. Motion carried. Meeting Minutes Motion made by Lion John T. we accept Board meeting minutes as written. Lion Sandy seconded. Motion carried. Motion made by Lion John T. we accept Regular Club meeting minutes as written. Lion Roma seconded. Motion carried. Eyeglass Assistance No applications received. Painting Women s Veteran House Painting living room at My Sister s Next is June 27. Lions Bonnie, Betty, Mickie, Sandy volunteered to work. Vision Screening Fund Raiser Tabled at this time. Working on creating event. Cost for camera $6,000. Meeting Changes Board meeting will be held 1 st Thursday only with Regular meeting following. First Thursday meal is brown bag. Second Thursday no Board meeting and we will bring food for meal. Motion made by Lion Sandy we accept these meeting changes. Lion Roma seconded. Motion carried. Returning Members Much discussion on this topic. We will refer to Bylaws on how we handle returning members that have been dropped. Committee Reports o Fish Fry Lion Karen stated we would not be doing fish fry. Talked about an October fest event. More information to come. o 5 K Fund Raiser Lucas Golden Event is July 25 at Maury County Park. Participant fee - $25. o Friends & Family Event Will be held at Columbia Senior Center. PG Ralph Brewer will be guest speaker. o Car Show Lion Georgia rolled out activities and assigned tasks. Update Lion Ronnie Currently in hospital waiting for Stem Cell. Motion made by Lion Bonnie we adjourn at 8:50 pm. Lion Judith seconded. Motion carried. Betty Gandee, Secretary Page 1
OFFICIAL MINUTES OF BOARD CLUB MEETING The Board meeting of the Columbia Lions Club was called to order June 18, 2015 at 6:00 pm by President Ken Powis at Columbia Church of God with the following members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Record. Invocation: Waived Pledge of Allegiance Waived New Business Eyeglass Assistance No application received. President Ken stated he had a discussion with Cheek s Optical. Check s pays $116 toward eye exam and lens, which would be our cost. Board agreed to add Cheek s Optical to our current list of providers. Vision Screening Fund Raiser Approximate cost of equipment is $6,000. Lions Sandra. Discussion about fund raiser. Tabled Meeting Changes o First meeting of month will be brown bag. Second meeting we will bring food. o Motion was made by Lion Mickie Board meeting will be held the first Thursday of the month along with Regular Club meeting. Second Thursday will be Regular Club meeting only. Motion made by Lion Roma. Motion carried. Signage Columbia Lions Club was not put on the recent signage with the recent changes. Cost of putting name on marquee is $1,500. Tabled at this time. Purchase of food at Events Lion Mickie informed the Board if members purchased food at events, they can make a donation as we cannot charge members for food. Any donations collected will go the Administrative account. Motion made by Lion Georgia purchases for food events will into donation jar. Lion Jimmy seconded. Motion carried. Motion made by Lion Tommy Goetz adjourn 6:30 pm. Lion Jimmy seconded. Motion carried. Betty Gandee, Secretary Page 1
OFFICIAL MINUTES OF REGULAR CLUB MEETING The Board meeting of the Columbia Lions Club was called to order July 02, 2015 at 6:45 pm by President Georgia Davis at Columbia Church of God with the following members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Record in bold. Allen, John Anderson, Bonnie Bessermin, Denise Blakesleay, Ulisha Brooks, Karen Davidson, Judith Davidson, Michael Davis, Georgia Davis, Jimmy DeHaven, Mickie Dove, Joy Gandee, Betty Goetz, Sandra Goetz, Tommy Hishon, Harry Isabell, Betty F. Keiser, Richard Powis, Ken Powis, Roma Puckett, Sue Rich, Sir Rich, Rosario Springer, Jodi Springer, Martha Springer, Ronnie Thyen, John Thyen, Sandy Invocation: Lion Sue P Pledge of Allegiance Lion Bonnie A Guests Paula Widener Reports Treasurer s Report Admistrative Account balance to $1,791.77. Deposit $62 for dues. Activities Account balance to date $8,894.33. Dispersed checks for: Daily Herald ad 5k run $64.00. Deposit car show $350.00. Motion made by Lion Bonnie A we accept reports as read. Lion Sue P. seconded. Motion carried. Meeting Minutes Motion made by Lion Judith D. to amend minutes June 18, 2015 for Committee Report to reflect that the 5K Fund Raiser is scheduled for July 25, not July 15 as noted. Lion Joy D. seconded. Motion carried. Eyeglass Assistance Three applications received. Tabled until the return of Lion Sandra G. Painting Women s Veteran House Painting living room at My Sister s Nest is rescheduled for July 11 th. House is located at 110 Second. Ave., Mt. Pleasant. Volunteers to meet at 9:00am at the home. Committee Reports o Car Show The show is relocated to the entrance area of the Park. The Baker Building and Log Cabin will be available for the clubs use. Seven games and 3 activities are scheduled for the Kids Area. o 5 K Fund Raiser Lucas Golden Event is July 25 at Maury County Park. Participant fee - $25. o Friends & Family Event Will be held at Columbia Senior Center on September 19, 2015. PG Ralph Brewer and Amie Green are tentative guest speakers. o Fall Fund Raiser Lion Karen is awaiting feedback from Columbia Parks and Recreations. o Membership Survey Have received only one completed form. Seven additional forms submitted during discussion. New Business New Member Paula Widener nominated for membership. Motion carried Roundtable Discussion No items Motion made by Lion Ken P. we adjourn at 7:45 pm. Lion Roma P. seconded. Motion carried. John Thyen, 2 nd Vice President Page 1
Columbia Lion s Regular Club meeting was called to order on July 16, 2015 by President Georgia Davis at 6:00 pm with those members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Sign-in sheet. Invocation Lion Sandra G. Pledge Lion Ken Members: 26 Attendance: 13 Percentage: 50% Guests Debbie & Tom Webb Reports Treasurer s Report Administrative balance brought forward $1,971.77. Deposited $389 for name tags and dues for 26 members. Wrote check in the amount of $505.25 dues to LCI. Administrative balance today is $1,675.52. Activities account current balance is $6,624.10. Checks written: Vanderbilt Villages for Lion Ronnie Spring $2,500.00; Supplies for car show to Lion Sandy Thyen $306.96; Sherwin Williams paint and supplies for Our Sister s Nest $126.57; Mickie DeHaven meat for BBQ at car show and paint supplies for Our Sister s Nest $56.70. Deposited the following: Car Show $20.00, $200.00. Lucas Golden 5K $500. Motion made by Lion Sandra we accept Treasurer s Report as read. Lion Ken seconded. Motion carried. Meeting Minutes Motion made by Lion Sandra we accept Board meeting minutes of July 2, 2015 as written. Lion Ken seconded. Motion carried. Motion made by Lion Sandra we accept Regular Club meeting minutes of July 2, 2015 as written. Lion Ken seconded. Motion carried. Old Business Eyeglass Assistance o Motion made by Lion Ken we approve application for Tracey Gray in the amount of $165 for eyeglass assistance. Lion Roma seconded. Motion carried. o Motion made by Lion Sue we approve application from Dana Bates in the amount of $165 for eyeglass assistance. Lion John Allen seconded. Motion carried. Car Show Much discussion on tasks assigned to members, parking of vehicles, set up of vendors in Baker Bldg, food, etc. Roundtable Discussion o Lion Mickie informed members that fee waiver for Veterans has been extended for another year. Motion made by Lion Joy we adjourn 7:45. Lion Ken seconded. Motion carried. Betty Gandee, Secretary 1
OFFICIAL MINUTES OF BOARD CLUB MEETING The Board meeting of the Columbia Lions Club was called to order August 6, 2015 at 6:00 pm by President Georgia Davis at Columbia Church of God with the following members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Record. Invocation: Waived Pledge of Allegiance Waived New Business Eyeglass Assistance Two applications received by Lion Sandra G. Work up is not completed at this time Club Foundation Lion John T updated the Board on the requirements to form a foundation. Motion presented by Lion Sue P. that the club establish a foundation and to take the recommendation to the membership. Lion Ken P. seconded the motion and the motion carried. Apple Sales Discussion on the upcoming Apple Sales Fundraiser. The club will look into see if other vendors are interested. We currently charge $50.00 per case with a 50% profit from the sale. The sale starts in October with delivery in November. We will need the club support in ordering and delivery of the cases. Peace Poster Contest Waiting on additional information from Lion Betty G. Calendar of Events, Committees COE tabled to next board Meeting. Current Committees are Benevolence: Judith D., Debbie W., Alert: John T., Sight Preservation: Mickey D., PR: Betty G., Diabetes Awareness: Sandy T., Beauty Pageant: Sandra G., Veteran s: John A., Joy D. Meeting Time Change Clarification on requirements to change meeting time for the second monthly meeting time to 6:00pm. Motion by Lion Sandy T. to change the second monthly meeting time. Seconded by Lion Joy D.. The requirements will be presented to the membership for a vote. Car Show Web page David Dunn to take down the Car Show Web page. Motion by Lion Ken P. to create a new web site for the next car show. Lion Sandra T. seconded the motion. Motion passed. Friends and Family Night Lion Sandra T presented a proposed program and menu for the Friends and Family Night. Lion Sandra G. will do the Invocation for the program. Lion John A. will lead the Pledge of Allegiance. Motion by Lion Sandra T. to give a donation to the Senior Center of $100.00 for use of the facility for the Friends and Family Night dinner. Motion seconded by Lion Joy D.. The motion passed. Motion made by Lion Joy D to adjourn 6:40 pm. Lion Ken P., seconded. Motion carried. John Thyen, 2 nd Vice President
OFFICIAL MINUTES OF REGULAR CLUB MEETING The Membership meeting of the Columbia Lions Club was called to order August 06, 2015 at 6:40 pm by President Georgia Davis at Columbia Church of God with the following members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Record in bold. Allen, John Anderson, Bonnie Bessermin, Denise Brooks, Karen Davidson, Judith Davidson, Michael Davis, Georgia Davis, Jimmy DeHaven, Mickie Dove, Joy Gandee, Betty Goetz, Sandra Goetz, Tommy Hishon, Harry Isabell, Betty F. Keiser, Richard Powis, Ken Powis, Roma Puckett, Sue Rich, Sir Rich, Rosario Springer, Jodi Springer, Martha Springer, Ronnie Thyen, John Thyen, Sandy Widener, Paula Invocation: Lion Sandra G. Pledge of Allegiance: Lion John A. Guests Reports Treasurer s Report Administrative Account balance to date $1,748.62. Activities Account balance to date $6,679.19. Meeting Minutes All attending members recognized that they have read the previous meeting minutes. Eyeglass Assistance 2 Applications received by Lion Sandra G. Club Foundation Updated members on the approval to go forward with development of a foundation. Tabled the vote until a membership quorum is present at the membership meeting. Apple Sales Updated membership on Board discussion. Will need all members to support this activity. Peace Poster Contest Waiting on additional information from Lion Betty G. Calendar of Events, Committees COE tabled to next meeting. Current Committees are: Benevolence: Judith D. and Debbie w., ALERT: John T., Sight Preservation: Mickey D., PR: Betty G., Diabetes Awareness: Sandy T., Membership: Sandy T., Beauty Pageant: Sandra G., Car Show: Georgia D., Veteran s: John A. and Joy D. Meeting Changes Board meeting will be held 1 st Thursday only with Regular meeting following. First Thursday meal is brown bag. Second Thursday no Board meeting and we will bring food for meal. (Motion has previously been approved at 6/18/15 meeting.) Car Show Web page David Dunn was asked to remove existing Car Show Web page. Will ask for a motion to create a new web page when we have a quorum. Newsletter Tabled until next meeting. Committee Reports o 5 K Fund Raiser Lucas Golden Event made over $5000.00. o Friends & Family Event Will be held at Columbia Senior Center. Lion Sandy T. presented a proposed program and menu for the event. Lion Sandra G. will present the Invocation and Lion John A. will lead the Pledge of Allegiance. Donation to Columbia Senior Center tabled until next meeting where a quorum is present. Roundtable Discussion Lion Joy D. Thank the membership for the work done on the veterans house in Mt. Pleasant. Lion John T. presented the yearly health assessment John Thyen, 2 nd Vice President Page 1
from LCI. The District has lost four clubs in the last year. Our club is down 16 members from this time last year. Motion made by Lion Sue P. we adjourn at 7:45 pm. Lion Joy D. seconded. Motion carried. John Thyen, 2 nd Vice President Page 2
OFFICIAL MINUTES OF BOARD CLUB MEETING The Board meeting of the Columbia Lions Club was called to order September 3, 2015 at 6:10 pm by President Georgia Davis at Columbia Church of God with the following members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Record. Invocation: Waived Pledge of Allegiance Waived New Business Eyeglass Assistance Mickey has received a request from Leanna Coal for Eyeglass Assistance. Paper work appears to be in order. Motion by Lion Ken P. to approved based on review by Sandra Goetz. Seconded by Lion John T. Motion carried. Purchase/Fund Raiser Vision Screening Equipment Tabled Women Veterns of America Request Request for donation from WVA, Chapter 45. Motion from Lion John T. to approve a $150.00 donation. Seconded by Lion Ken P. Motion carried. Canine Development Center Request Motion by Lion Sue P. to table decision until after the Apple Sale Fund Raiser is completed. Seconded by Lion Ken P. Motion Carried New Member Applications Application of Tom and Debbie Webb approved and will be forward to the membership. Club Foundation Awaiting approval of membership. One Year Director Lion Harry H will be requested to resign his directorship. Motion by Lion Ken P. Second by Lion Sue P. Motion carried. Newsletter - Tabled Peace Poster Contest Waiting on additional information from Lion Betty G. Senior Center Spaghetti Event -Event to be held at the Senior Center on Wednesday, September 16 Fund Raiser Vision Equipment - Tabled Motion made by Lion Ronnie s to adjourn 6:40 pm. Lion Martha S., seconded. Motion carried. John Thyen, 2 nd Vice President
OFFICIAL MINUTES OF SPECIAL BOARD MEETING The Special Board meeting of the Columbia Lions Club was called to order September 17, 2015 at 6:45 pm by 2 nd Vice President John Thyen at Columbia Church of God with the following board members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Record of September 17, 2015 Regular Meeting Minutes. Invocation: Waived Pledge of Allegiance Waived New Business Friends and Family Lion Sandra T. requested a donation of $100.00 for diabetic issues to be presented to Amie Green at the Friends and Family event on September 19 th. Motion made by Lion Ken P. and seconded by Lion Ronnie S. Motion carried Special Board Meeting Adjourn at 6:55 by Lion John T. and returned to the Regular Membership Meeting. John Thyen, 2 nd Vice President
OFFICIAL MINUTES OF REGULAR CLUB MEETING The Membership meeting of the Columbia Lions Club was called to order September 17, 2015 at 6:00 pm by 2 nd Vice President John Thyen at Columbia Church of God with the following members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Record in bold. Allen, John Anderson, Bonnie Bessermin, Denise Brooks, Karen Davidson, Judith Davidson, Michael Davis, Georgia Davis, Jimmy DeHaven, Mickie Dove, Joy Gandee, Betty Goetz, Sandra Goetz, Tommy Hishon, Harry Isabell, Betty F. Keiser, Richard Powis, Ken Powis, Roma Puckett, Sue Rich, Sir Rich, Rosario Springer, Jodi Springer, Martha Springer, Ronnie Thyen, John Thyen, Sandy Widener, Paula Inovaction: Lion Sandra G. Pledge of Allegiance: Lion John A. Guests Old Business Treasurer s Report Administrative Account balance to date $1,1594.61. Motion to approve Lion Ronnie S., Seconded Lion Sandra G. Motion carried. Activities Account balance to date $6,355.54. Motion to approved Lion Ronnie S., Seconded Lion Sandy T. Motion carried. Meeting Minutes Motion to approved September 3rd Board Meeting Minutes by Lion Ken P., Seconded by Lion Sandy T. Motion carried. Motion to approve September 3 rd Regular Meeting Minutes by Lion Martha S., Seconded by Lion Sandra G. Eyeglass Assistance Lion Sandra G. reported that everything is in order for Leanna Coal eyeglass assistance. Motion to approve by Lion Roma P., Seconded by Lion Sue P. Motion carried. New Business Friends and Family Will need all available members to attend on September 19. Motion to approved $100.00 donation to the Senior Center for use of the Facility by Lion Joy D., Seconded by Lion John A. Motion carried. Meeting temporary suspended for 10 minutes for a special Board Meeting. Motion to approved $100.00 donation to Manchester Lions Charities (Diabetes Related) for Amie Green s speaking at the Friends and Family event. Motion presented by Lion Joy D., Seconded by Lion Roma P. Motion carried New Member Applications / Induct Received applications from Tom and Debbie Webb. Motion by Lion Sue P. to accept applications. Seconded by Lion Martha S. Motion carried. Club Foundation Motion by Lion Ken P. to go forward with the development of a 501c (3) Lions Foundation. Motion seconded by Lion Tommy G. Motion carried. Women Veterans of America Request Motion by Lion Ken P. to make a donation of $150.00 to WVA. Motion seconded by Lion Roma P. Motion carried New One Year Director Nomination - Tabled until Lion Harry Hinson is contacted. John Thyen, 2 nd Vice President Page 1
Committee Reports Lion Karen B. reported that the Christmas Star program will be held December 5 th at the Armory. Lion Sandra G. reported that the Christmas for Kids program is to be held December 12 th at the Columbia Church of God Roundtable Discussion Lion Bonnie A. discussed the possibility of an eyeglass receptacle at Pearl Vision Center. Lion Sandra T. discussed the purchased of chaffing dishes for the Lions Club. Lion Tommy G. discussed the meeting Quorum requirements. Lion Sandra G. to discuss with Pastor Turner the possibility of Trick A Trunk event. Lion Karen B. discussed the possibility of a Poker Run / hydrocephalus. Lion Ronnie S. discussed the possibility of holding a Turkey Raffle. Motion made by Lion Ken P. we adjourn at 7:33 pm. Lion Tommy G. seconded. Motion carried. John Thyen, 2 nd Vice President Page 2
Columbia Lion s Club Board meeting was called to order on October 1, 2015 by President Georgia Davis at 6:00 pm with those members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Sign-in sheet. Invocation Waived Pledge Waived New Business Eyeglass Assistance Sandra Goetz has reviewed the applications for Amy Hooks and Christy Ramsey. Motion by Lion Mickey to approve the application of Amy Hooks. Lion John A. seconded the motion. Motion passed. Motion by Lion Sandy T. to approve the application of Christy Ramsey. Lion Sue P, seconded the motion. Motion passed. Purchased / Fund Raiser Vision Screening Equipment - Tabled Canine Development Center Request To be reviewed upon completion of the Apple Sale event. New Member Application. Five applications for membership received. o Douglas Martin Motion for approval by Lion Joy D., seconded by Lion John A. Motion passed. o Gloria Lepors Motion for approval by Lion Joy D., seconded by Lion John A. Motion passed. o Mike Lepors Motion for approval by Lion Joy D., seconded by Lion John A. Motion passed. o Penny Christoph Motion for approval by Lion Joy D., seconded by Lion John A. Motion passed. o Robert Christoph Motion for approval by Lion Joy D., seconded by Lion John A. Motion passed. Club Foundation Signing Documents Board to sign documents at end of regular meeting. One Year Board Position One Year Board Member Lion Harry Hishon will not be returning. Nomination Committee Lions Joy Dove, Ken Powis and Sue Puckett will bring back nominations for this position Peace Poster Contest Club will not be participating this year. Trunk or Treat Pastor requests club participate in their trunk or treat event on October 31, 2015. He has asked participating members to keep decoration simple with no ghosts, goblins, witches, etc. Motion made by Lion Sue we do this event with the church. Lion John T seconded. Motion carried. Lion Mickie suggested we donate money. Amended motion made by John T. members bring a bag of candy to the 10/15 meeting. Lion Joy seconded. Motion carried. Newsletter Lion Betty asked if any member would like to take over creating a quarterly newsletter. Let Lion Betty know if you re interested. Turkey Raffle Considered gambling and cannot do this event Poker Run Event has already taken place. Revision By Laws Motion made by Lion Joy we revise Bylaws Article 5, Section 8 to remove the work majority. Lion Ronnie seconded. Motion carried. Apple Sales Lion Georgia passed out contact lists for that are participating. Please distribute before November 21. Questions, contact Lion Georgia. Club Committees No change Eyeglass Assistance A list of contact for collecting glasses was given to Lion Georgia Motion made to adjourn meeting at 6:50 by Lion Joy. Lion John A. second. Motion carried.
Columbia Lion s Regular Club meeting was called to order on October 15, 2015 by President Georgia Davis at 6:00 pm with those members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Sign-in sheet. Invocation Lion Roma Pledge Lion Tommy Guest Doug Martin Reports: Treasurer s Report Deposit made in the amount of $288. Lion Tommy made motion we accept Treasurer s report. Lion Ronnie seconded. Motion carried. Meeting Minutes Motion made by Lion Sandra we accept Board meeting minutes of 10/1/15 as written. Lion Bob seconded. Motion carried. Motion made by Lion Bob we accept Regular Club meeting minutes as written. Lion Martha seconded. Motion carried. Old Business Eyeglass Assistance No application received at this time..new Member Induction Inducted new member Doug Martin sponsored by Lion Roma. Welcome Doug. Golden Chain Award Lion Betty gave each member an application to keep track of their activities this year so they can submit to receive this reward. New Member Orientation Training Motion made by Lion Betty new member and existing member training be done on the 3 rd Thursday once a quarter on the following dates: February 18, June 16, September 15 th, no training 4 th quarter. Dates for training 2016 will be determined in the third quarter,. Lion Roma seconded. Motion carried. Lions Betty and Martha will put together training material. LLR Training Lion Georgia reminded members an agreement was made earlier this year the club would send 3 new members to LLR training. Lion Betty to check with Patsy Miolm, District Treasurer how refunds would be handled if club paid registration fee. Apple Sales Orders are due November 5 th. Committee Update o Christmas Star Contract signed with National Guard Armory. Date of event is December 5, 2015 o Christmas for Kids Date December 1, 2015 shopping for kids. Christmas party December 12, 2015. If any member knows of kids that need help with Christmas please give name(s) to Lion Sandra. Audit Lion Tommy asked if this has been done. Due to Lions Betty & Mickie not in attendance it has not. Lion Betty will set a date to do audit before end of year. Leo Club Lion Karen checked with Central High School and the existing Leo Club is no longer active due to school timing issues. Motion made to adjourn meeting at 8:55 by Lion Tommy. Lion Denise. second. Motion carried.
Columbia Lion s Club Board meeting was called to order on November 5, 2015 by President Georgia Davis at 6:00 pm with those members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Sign-in sheet. Invocation Waived Pledge Waived New Business Eyeglass Assistance No applications received One Year Director Nomination Motion made by Lion Ronnie we accept committee s nomination of Lion Martha, Lion Roma,and close the nominations. Lion Bob seconded. Motion carried. Will be taken to Regular Club Meeting for vote. Web Page After much discussion consensus by Board members is we continue with current web page. Lion Betty to check with John Hatcher to see if we have 5 email accounts. Family Center Motion made by Lion Ronnie we accept turkey donations from local church that will be used for Christmas for Kids; and club will donate 4 boxes of food to The Family Center to help with Thanksgiving meal for families. Lion Joy seconded. Motion carried. Will be taken to Regular Club Meeting for vote. District Lion of Year Nominations - Will go to regular club meeting for vote secret ballot. Motion made to adjourn meeting at 6:250 by Lion Sue. Lion Joy second. Motion carried. Betty Gandee, Secretary
Columbia Lion s Regular Club meeting was called to order on November 5, 2015 by President Georgia Davis at 6:30 pm with those members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Sign-in sheet. Invocation Lion Roma Pledge Lion John T. Reports: Treasurer s Report No Report for October. Administration Acct. September balance $1,394.61. Wrote check to Columbia Church of God, checks for Friends & Family Event, paid dues in amount of $288.00 current balance $1,291.64. Activities account wrote check to Cheeks Optical for two people in the amount of $238. Current balance is $6,088. Motion made by Lion Ronnie we accept treasurer s report as read. Lion Roma seconded. Motion carried. Meeting Minutes Motion made by Lion Lion Ronnie we accept Board and Regular Meeting Minutes 10/15/15 as written. Lion Bob seconded. Motion carried. Old Business Eyeglass Assistance No application received at this time. Awards Lion Richard was awarded his 35 yr. Chevron pin. Congratulations: Lion Georgia presented Certification of Appreciation Certificates to members and Achievement awards. One Year Director Nomination Voting secret ballot Lion Martha will fill current position on Board. District Lion of Year Nomination Voting secret ballot winner not disclosed. Lion Betty will complete paperwork and send to District. Web Page No discussion. Lions Learning Retreat New members that plan to attend, complete application and forward to Lion Betty by November 10 th. New members planning to attend are: Lions John T., Sandy, Martha, Ronnie, Bob (Penny), Sue, Karen. Lion John will send new members details of what they need to do. Turkeys Lion Joy made motion we buy 3 turkeys for the Family Center thanksgiving meal donation. Lion Martha seconded. Motion carried. By Laws Motion made by Lion Bob to modify wording of Article V, Section 8. QUORUM of the By Laws. Lion John T. seconded. Motion carried. Committee Reports o Christmas Star Lion Karen reported need 36 clear glasses or fruit jars for a game and 5 one gallon buckets. Lion Jimmy will get the buckets. Need donations for door prizes bring the meeting on 11/19. o Beauty Pageant Tabled. o Christmas for Kids Tabled o Apple Sales Lion Georgia needs your apple orders by Monday the 9 th. o Candy Day at Central Set up table, handed out candy to trick or treaters. Motion made to adjourn meeting at 7:45 pm by Lion Roma. Lion Ronnie. second. Motion carried.
Columbia Lions Club Special called Board Meeting at 7:20 pm by President Georgia Davis Parade Float Miss Maury County Beauty Pageant Court is requesting a donation to help them decorate a float for the Christmas Parade. Lion Joy Dove made motion we donate $100. Lion Bob seconded. Motion carried.
Columbia Lion s Club Board meeting was called to order on December 3, 2015 by President Georgia Davis at 6:00 pm with those members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Sign-in sheet. Invocation Waived Pledge Waived New Business Eyeglass Assistance No applications received Canine Development Program Motion made by Lion John T. we donate $300 to Canine Development Program. Lion Joy seconded. Motion carried. December 17 th Meeting Motion made by Lion Joy we not meeting on December 17 th. Lion Mickie seconded. Motion carried. Club Health Assessment Columbia Club in good standing. Gift Cards Will be discussed at Regular meeting. Christmas Star Donation Lion Karen is requesting $125 deposit for Armory, $100 for food. Lion Joy made motion approve request for $125. Lion Ronnie 2 nd. Members Lion Paula resigned in good standing. Lion Harry has not paid dues. Vision Screening Motion made by Lion Sandra we put money in fund for machine. Lion Ronnie 2 nd. Volunteer Donation Lion John T stated if each member on a volunteer basis pay $5 a month for 5 months to help with the 401(3) costs. $600 will be earmarked and what is not used will go back into the funds. Fund Raiser Opportunities. Lion Ronnie shared with the Board there are opportunities for fund raisers with Krispy Cream Doughnuts, Papa John s, Little Ceaser. Suggestion made that a committee be formed to look into these possibilities Motion made to adjourn meeting at 6:30 by Lion Joy. Lion John T. second. Motion carried. Betty Gandee, Secretary
Columbia Lion s Regular Club meeting was called to order on December 3, 2015 by President Georgia Davis at 6:30 pm with those members in attendance as shown on the Attendance Sign-in sheet. Invocation Lion Judith Pledge Lion Michael Reports: Treasurer s Report Activities Account: Balance to date $4,554.81. Deposit $1,600 Apple Sales. Checks disbursed: $1870. 95 Kids Christmas; $22 to Kroger 3 Turkey s donated to Family Center r; $484.30 Christmas stuffed animals. Current balance $3,776.52. Administrative account balance to date $1,007.69. Disbursed checks: $97 dues, $36 dues Learning Retreat. Current Balance $1,140.61. Motion made by Lion John T. we accept report as reported. Lion Box seconded. Motion carried. Meeting Minutes Motion made by Lion Bob we accept minutes as written. Lion Martha seconded. Motion carried. Old Business Eye Glass Assistance None Received. Canine Development Program Board approved to donate $300 out apple sales to Canine Development Program. Motion made by Lion Sandy T. we donate $300 from apple sales to this program. Lion Bob seconded. Motion carried. December 17 th Meeting - Board voted and approved to not have 2 nd meeting in December. Lion Sue made motion we not meet on December 17 th. Lion Judith seconded. Motion carried. Club Health Assessment Columbia club in good standing. Gift Cards Cards left over from car sale will be sold. Interested contact Lion Sandy. Donation to Christmas Star Event Board voted and approved request. Lion Bonne made motion we donate $125 to Christmas Star for use of building and food. Lion Judith seconded. Motion carried. Vision Equipment Board voted and approved. Motion made by Lion Mickie we put funds in for vision equipment. Lion Martha 2 nd. Motion carried. Membership Lion Paula resigned in good standing. Letter to send Harry Hishon letter. Round Table o Lion Joy informed group one female veteran has moved into My Sister s New house. o Volunteer Opportunity Lion Joy suggested each member donate $5 for the next 3 months to help with the cost of filing 401(3)C o Lion Sandra presented check to President Georgia Davis in the amount of $500 donation. o Payment Lions Martha and Ronnie Springer presented Georgia Davis with $2,500 check to repay the amount that was donated to them earlier. o Mailbox Lion Denise stated the eyeglass collection box will be placed outside Piggly Wiggly in Neely Mills. o Lion Sandra informed group that she will be transferring to Affiliate Member effective immediately. Motion made to adjourn meeting at 7:10 pm by Lion Bonnie. Lion Bob second. Motion carried.