Johnson City Lions Club

Meeting notes from the 2nd regular meeting of the Johnson City Lions Club for February held Thursday, February 19, 2015 at the Johnson City Country Club, Johnson City, TN 37601.

(7 members present and 1 guest)

The meeting was called to order at 12:25 PM by King Lion George Winton.

PDG Lion Dennis Powell lead the prayer Lion Jerry Lonon led the pledge (almost).

Lion CB Willis introduced PDG Lion Dennis Powell, who introduced his guest, granddaughter Mary Alice.

King George won the drawing and donated all of it to the Turtle Derby.

District Governor Lion ED Gibbons asked that every member who is in town attend the District Convention tomorrow and Saturday.  Tomorrow night is casual dress for an informal get together.  Registration is from 4PM to 6PM at the Carnegie Hotel.  Thanks to the East TN Eye Bank, the Friday night dinner at the Carnegie at 6:30PM is free, as is the entertainment. DG Lion Ed also said he’s committed to getting started on time on Saturday (9AM) and ending on time (2PM) so anything else you need to do that day can be done while it’s still light and maybe a little warmer.

King George read two thank you letters to the club. One was from Michael Lam with the Southern College of Optometry for the $200.00 donation we made for a mission trip in May to Belize to do vision screenings and give glasses to needy citizens there.  The second letter was from Captain Michael Cox with the Salvation Army thanking the club for helping with the bell ringing at Christmas.

King Winton asked that a slate of candidates be presented for nomination at the first regular meeting in March for 2015-2016. The past three presidents, Lions Winn, Merris and Campbell are on this committee with IPP Lion Winn as chair.

He, the King, also asked that the last three recipients of the Lion of the Year and Lion of the Decade Awards be identified so that they can be called on to form a committee to consider candidates for this year’s awards. DG Ed Gibbons agreed to see if he could identify those Lions.

Miss Historic Jonesborough will be contacted by the King Lion to see if she could visit the club as a speaker at the first meeting in March.

The meeting was adjourned at 12:43 PM.

Lion John Merriss

Next regular meeting is Thursday, March 5, 2015.

Next Board meeting is Thursday March 12th , 2015.

Johnson City Lions Club Board Meeting Notes (LCI No. 5093)
Date: Thursday, February 12, 2015
Meeting Place: THE JOHNSON CITY COUNTRY CLUB

The Regular Board Meeting was called to order at 12:29 PM.

The Board Members who have a “P” after their names were in attendance.

PDG Dennis Powell-P
President George Winton-P
Immediate Past President Sterling Winn –
1st Vice-President Ken Gough – P
2nd Vice President Steve Campbell -P
3rd Vice President Gayle Cox –
Projects Treasurer Ed Gibbons- P
Administrative Treasurer Debbie Shipley-P
Tail Twister Mike Ferguson-
Lion Tamer Theresa Gibbons –
Secretary John Merriss – P

Directors:
2 Year Director Lynda Gochenouer-
Special Two Year Director Tom Terry-

Also present, Lions Jerry Lonon and Ed Hensley

1. Minutes of the last BOD Meeting: The minutes for December 2014 were accepted without being read.
2. Administrative Treasurer: Lion Debbie Shipley: Report for December and January; Income, $1,286.00 for Dec. and $427.50 Jan. Expenses $740.05 for Dec. and $1,049.76 with a Checkbook Balance of $5018.60 for Dec. and $4,396.34 for Jan.
3. Projects Treasurer: Lion Ed Gibbons: from 12/11/2014 to 2/12/2015 – Income, $15,104.06, expenses, $10,275.34, profit $4,828.72. Total Liabilities & Equity $35,602.29.

Lion Gough moved to accept both treasurers’ reports as submitted. Seconded by Lion Campbell the motion carried by unanimous voice vote

4. Membership: No report.

5. Dues: No report.

6. Committee Reports:

Eyeglass Recycling: Next Roanoke trip will be the first week-end in April. (No snow)

7. Sight Conservation: No report.
8. Eye Screenings: No report.
9. Pecans: No report.
10. Christmas Benevolence: No report.
11. Turtle Derby: No report.

New Business: King Lion stated it’s time to nominate a slate of officers for 2015-2016. He asked that Nominating Committee members Sterling Winn, Steve Campbell and Ken Gough along with the secretary schedule the nominating and election meetings.

King Lion George, also asked the following Lions to prepare a report for their area of responsibility so that he can prepare his end of the year reports for the District and Lions International:
Ken Gough – Eyeglasses recycling
CB Willis – Kid Sight eye screenings
Steve Campbell – Turtle Derby
Ed Gibbons – Pecans
John Merriss – membership gains/losses
George Winton – Bell ringing/Christmas benevolence
Steve Campbell – Scholarships
Ed Gibbons – Sight Conservation

Old Business: Steve Campbell moved that due to her recent long hospital stay all Lion Jane Myron’s current and past dues be waived and her membership be changed from active to member at large with no dues.   The motion was seconded by Lion Gough and unanimously approved by voice vote.

Meeting adjourned at: 12.51 PM.

Next Regular Meeting: Thursday, February 19th, 2015.

Next Board Meeting: March 12, 2015

John Merriss

Meeting notes from the 1st regular meeting of the Johnson City Lions Club for February held Thursday, February 5, 2015 at the Johnson City Country Club, Johnson City, TN 37601.

(10 members present and 2 guests)

The meeting was called to order at 12:26 PM by King Lion, George Winton.

DG Lion Gibbons lead the prayer Lion Don Raines led the pledge.

King George announced a good turnout for the Zone meeting held Tuesday Feb. 3rd near the ETSU campus. In addition to all the Zone business discussed, our service project that night was to make up 200 Valentines for veterans being served by the Mountain Home VA center in Johnson City. Thanks to Lion Brandon and members of the ETSU club for a well organized and hosted meeting.

District Governor Lion Ed Gibbons asked that every member who is in town attend the District Convention on the 20th and 21st of this month. Thanks to the East TN Eye bank the Friday night dinner at the Carnegie Hotel at 6:30PM is free, as well as the entertainment. DG Lion Ed also said he’s committed to getting started on time on the 21st (9AM) and ending on time (2PM) so anything else you need to do that day can be done while it’s light.

(Editorial note: Being both a DG and a loyal active member of a club, as Lion Ed is, and running a business on top of that is a remarkable and exhausting undertaking and sometimes can be a royal pain in the you know what. By stepping up as Lion Ed has for us, for the district and the state along with his guidance and work for LVBI and the Ties for the Blind Foundation I don’t think it’s too much to ask that everyone at least attend this convention. Let’s make this the best District Meeting ever!!!!)

Our guest speakers today represented Family Promise – Allison Smith, Paul Helphinstine and Bob Hall. Allison is their operation manager, Paul is last year’s Board President and Bob is the new executive director and was today’s speaker. The Johnson City Lions Club first heard about Family Promise/IHN back in 2000 when it was being organized. In 15 years they’ve helped over 800 families stay together. They not only assist families at their greatest moment of need through IHN, they also move them up and out through a program called “Moving Families Home” by mentoring, supporting and educating their “guests”.

Some of Bob’s remarks: “Their self esteem goes up when they come into the Family Promise program. We share Gods love with them. We hold them accountable. We keep the family together. We call them ‘guests’. We all want the best for ‘our families’. Our greatest reward is seeing them graduate from the program ”

We are blessed to have this fine, caring and needed organization in our community.

Meeting adjourned at 1:02 PM

Lion John Merriss

Board meeting is next Thursday, Feb. 12.

Next regular meeting is Thursday, Feb. 19.

Meeting notes from the 2nd regular meeting of the Johnson City Lions Club for January held Thursday, 2015 at the Johnson City Country Club, Johnson City, TN 37604

(Note: We did not meet January 1st because the Country Club was closed)

(13 members, 1 Lion guest from the Kingsport Club and 1 guest and prospective member present)

The meeting was called to order at 12:27 PM by King Lion, George Winton.

PDG Lion Powell ask for the blessing and Lion Gayle Cox led the pledge.

Lion Tamer Lion Theresa Gibbons introduced PDG Lion Dennis’ guest. Lion Harry Ennis presented King George with a award patch to sew on our club banner for our participation in last fall’s Roanoke recycling trip. Lion Tamer Theresa Gibbons introduced Lion Powell who introduced his guest, whom he met at last year’s Turtle Derby, Emmett Ballard, who is very interested in becoming a member.

Nobody won the drawing and so the money rolls over.

King George read two letters of appreciation; one from David Widamore for a new pair of glasses (his first in 15 years) and one from James Townsend for a night reading lamp we purchased for him.

King George ask that whoever provided his office 3 bags of pecans for the nut drive own up to it so he can give that person credit for his/her largesse.

A sign-up sheet was passed around for the Zone meeting which will be held at the ETSU campus club on Tuesday, February 3. Five signed up today. You can sign up by calling the secretary at 943-6756.

DG Lion Ed Gibbons asked that the district convention which will be held Friday, February 20th & Saturday the 21st right here in River City (well Creek City anyway) for several reasons:
• The convention will be held at the Carnegie Hotel and we’ll be the hosts and hostesses.
• Friday night’s dinner is free and entertainment will be provided.
• There also will be entertainment Friday evening and a very reasonable charge for lunch and dinner Saturday.
• DG Lion Gibbons has worked very hard for this club and for the district this year; at the very least we should support him by attending the convention.

Come on, guys, let’s make this a very successful event!  100% attendance is the goal.  98% will be OK.  97% or below will NOT be OK!!!!!  Applications available in District News and Views, out today at a computer near you.

Our speaker today was Stacy Lawson, co-founder and leader of “The River” a ministry for women in the community who need help. The River operates in downtown Johnson City. It was originally organized 10 years ago so women in need had a place to do laundry and help and get encouragement from each other. Now there are branches in Kingsport, Virginia and Texas.

Meeting adjourned at 12:59 PM

Lion John Merriss

Next regular meeting Thursday, February 4, 2015

Our own District Governor Ed Gibbons recently represented District 12N at Lions Day at the Tennessee School for the Blind.  You can view the entire picture portfolio at:

http://1drv.ms/1DRpciG

Our own Lion C.B. Willis was recently inducted into the Tennessee Lions Hall of Fame. Since C.B. was unable to attend the ceremony, District Governor Ed Gibbons presented the proclamation to C.B. at our meeting on Dec. 18.

In recognition of this great honor, we presented C.B. with a well-deserved Melvin Jones Award – the highest honor in Lionism.

Congratulations, C.B.! We’re proud to call you one of our own!

Meeting notes from the 2nd regular meeting of the Johnson City Lions Club for December held Thursday, December 18th , 2014 at the Johnson City Country Club, Johnson City, TN 37604

(12 members and 2 guests present)

The meeting was called to order at 12:26 PM by King Lion, George Winton.

After the blessing and pledge the meeting was in full swing.

Lion Willis introduced his guest, his wife and former Lioness Rose Willis. Lion Myron introduced her guest and prospective member, Carole Burleson.

Nobody won the drawing and, just as sure as night follows day, peace follows war and desert follows the entrée, the money rolls over.

King Lion Winton announced that more volunteers are needed for Salvation Army bell ringing tonight from 5PM to 8PM. Lion Gayle Cox said he’d take it from 6 to 7 and Lion Ken Gough said he’d take the graveyard shift from 7 to 8. Yours Truly, Lion Secretary will do 5 to 6. If anyone else can help out tonight feel free to join us but dress warmly.

Our speaker today was DG Lion Ed Gibbons who had, as he put it, a special honor; that being to present Lion CB Willis with a certificate of acclamation, along with a very special pin and plaque with commemorative inscription from Lion Willis’ induction into the Tennessee Lions Hall of Fame. Lion CB has served this club faithfully, energetically and enthusiastically for 40 years and before that an additional four years while stationed in Columbus, Georgia with General Motors. After a brief but entertaining acceptance speech Lion CB enjoyed several rounds of applause and many heartfelt congratulations.

King George read a letter from a student Volunteer of the Optometric Service to Humanity at the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee asking for donations for a mission trip to South America. PDG Lion Dennis Powell moved that the club use $200.00 from the Sight Conservation Fund to honor that request. Lion Billy Pike seconded the motion and it was unanimously approved by voice vote.

Meeting adjourned at 12:58 PM

Lion John Merriss
/S/____________

No meetings for the next two weeks.

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Next board meeting Thursday, January 8, 2015

Next regular meeting Thursday, January 15, 2015

Johnson City Lions Club Board Meeting Notes (LCI No. 5093)
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2014
Meeting Place: THE JOHNSON CITY COUNTRY CLUB

The Regular Board Meeting was called to order at 12:29 PM.
The Board Members who have a “P” after their names were in attendance.

PDG Dennis Powell
President George Winton-P
Immediate Past President Sterling Winn – P
1st Vice-President Ken Gough – P
2nd Vice President Steve Campbell -P
3rd Vice President Gayle Cox –
Projects Treasurer Ed Gibbons- P
Administrative Treasurer Debbie Shipley-P
Tail Twister Mike Ferguson-
Lion Tamer Theresa Gibbons –
Secretary John Merriss – P

Directors:

2 Year Director Lynda Gochenouer-
Special Two Year Director Terry Thomas-

Also present, Lions Jerry Lonon and Sam Messimer

Minutes of the last BOD Meeting: The minutes for November, 2014 were read. Lion Gough moved that they be accepted.  Lion Cambell seconded the motion and they were approved by voice vote.

Administrative Treasurer: Lion Debbie Shipley: Report for November; Income $404.00. Expenses $590.16  Loss $186.16  Checkbook Balance $4621.76

Projects Treasurer: Lion Ed Gibbons: from 11/13/2014 to 12/11/2014 – Income, $13,039.59, expenses, $2397.06. Loss $-1317.07. Total Liabilities & Equity $10,642.53.

Lion Gough moved to accept both treasurers’ reports as submitted. Seconded by Lion Campbell the motion carried by unanimous voice vote

Membership:  No report.

Dues:  No report.

Recycling:  No report

Sight Conservation: DG Lion Gibbons ask for $250.00 be donted for cataract surgery needed for a 23 year old indigent lady who applied for help with her eyes. Lion Campbell moved that the donation be made.  Seconded by Lion Gough. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote

Eye Screenings: No report.

Pecans:  King Lion George asked that anyone who still has nuts let him know; he’s doesn’t have nuts anymore but he does have potential customers with a need for nuts.

Christmas Benevolence: A check for $250.00 will be given to God’s Corner as agreed at our regular meeting last week.

Turtle Derby: So far about 1/3 of the money from the TD has been collected ($6350.00) Expect another $12,000.00 for this year’s race.

Lion Winn again suggested we use the Carver Center next year for all the reasons stated at the last board meeting and then some.  It was agreed to discuss this seriously at the next board meeting so the proper posters and tickets can be agreed on and so we can get a favorable race date for 2015.

Lion Winton said that he will get with the Salvation Army to set Bell Ringing assignments.

New Business: As reported by lion Gough, PDG Chuck Bailey has expressed interest in helping us start a diabetes awareness campaign in the coming year(s). Lion Winton asked Lion Gough to talk further with Lion Bailey about what we would need to do get this started.  Very little money would be needed but we might need a nurse.

Old Business: As soon as we receive Lion CB’s plaque for his award as one of the newest members (2014-2015 – inducted in November) to the Tennessee Lions Hall of Fame, DG Gibbons will notify LCIF that the $1,000.00 Melvin Jones award donation we voted for be made in Lion Willis’ name. Also, once we have said plaque, we will make arrangements to celebrate with Lion and Mrs. Willis; a singular festivity for this much deserved recognition and high honor.

Meeting adjourned at: 12.56 PM.

Next Regular Meeting: Thursday, December 18th, 2014.

Next Board Meeting: TBA

John Merriss

Meeting notes from the 1st regular meeting of the Johnson City Lions Club for December held Thursday, December 4th , 2014 at the Johnson City Country Club, Johnson City, TN 37604

(11 members and 2 guests present)

The meeting was called to order at 12:25 PM by King Lion George Winton.

After DG Ed Gibbons said the blessing, Lion Steve Campbell led the pledge, and we were underway.

Linda Gochenouer introduced her two guests, Anne Boggs and Kim Hadbroe.

Lion Winton won the drawing but the money rolls over because King Lion did not attend the last meeting.

DG Ed Gibbons read two “thank you” letters from happy recipients of new glasses.

Without objection Lion Winton announced that this year’s Christmas Benevolence check will be given to God’s Corner to help with the good work they do for the needy.

Lion Winton announced that this year the bell ringing will be done the week before Christmas and the schedule will be published even before them. It should be nice and cold that week.

Our speaker was Tracy Pate, a Federally Certified Navigator for Project Access, a Community Health Partnership that helps people in the Appalachian Mountain area get health insurance coverage. This project is completely Grant funded.

Meeting adjourned at 12:57 PM

Lion John Merriss
/S/____________

Board meeting next Thursday, December 11th.

Final December regular meeting and final meeting this year, Thursday, December 18th, 2014.

Meeting notes from the regular meeting of the Johnson City Lions Club held Thursday, November 20, 2014 at the Johnson City Country Club, Johnson City, TN 37604
(8 members present and no guests)
The meeting was called to order at 12:20 PM by our First Vice President, Lion Ken Gough, who was substituting for our King Lion, George Winton.
Lion Gough called on Lion Don Raines for the Pledge to the Flag and Lion Ed Gibbons for the invocation.
Lion Ed Gibbons made the announcement of the District 12N Convention to be held on February 20-21, 2015 at the Carnegie Hotel in Johnson City. He asked for all Lions to mark this on their calendars so we will have a good attendance.
The money for our Pecan sales should be given to Lion Ed Gibbons for proper credit.
The money for our Turtle Derby sales should be given to Lion Steve Campbell, also for proper credit.
Our program today was an update on The Tweetsie Trail. The program was given by our very own Lion Ken Gough as he presented beautiful pictures of the scenery that surrounds the trail. The trail is a 10 mile stretch from Johnson City and ends approximately in Valley Forge. Lion Ken was amazed at the number of people that are using this trail, and this just goes to show the popularity of this project. The trail was officially opened on Labor Day of 2014.
Our meeting was adjourned at 1:00 PM.
Lion Steve Campbell, substituting for Lion John Merriss

Johnson City Lions Club Board Meeting Notes (LCI No. 5093) Date: Thursday, November 13, 2014 Meeting Place: THE JOHNSON CITY COUNTRY CLUB

The Regular Board Meeting was called to order at 12:24 PM.

The Board Members who have a “P” after their names were in attendance.

PDG Dennis Powell
President George Winton-
Immediate Past President Sterling Winn – P
1st Vice-President Ken Gough – P
2^nd Vice President Steve Campbell –
3^rd Vice President Gayle Cox – P
Projects Treasurer Ed Gibbons- P
Administrative Treasurer Debbie Shipley-
Tail Twister Mike Ferguson-
Lion Tamer Theresa Gibbons –
Secretary John Merriss – P

Directors:

2 Year Director Lynda Gochenouer-
Special Two Year Director Terry Thomas-

Also present, Lion Jerry Lonon and Don Raines

Minutes of the last BOD Meeting: Lion Gibbons  moved the reading of the minutes for October, 2014 be waived. Seconded by Lion Winn, the motion carried
Administrative Treasurer: No report.
Projects Treasurer: Lion Ed Gibbons: from 10/8/2014 to 11/13/2014 – Income, $1132.95, expenses, $2450.02. Loss $-1317.07. Total Liabilities & Equity $20281.04.
Membership:  No report.
Dues: No report.
Committee Reports:

Recycling: Acting President Gough reported on another successful fall recycling trip Saturday, November 1, Eye glasses collected and delivered – 3109. Lions Gough, Merriss and four ETSU Campus Club Lions made the trip.

Lion Gough gave two small collection boxes to Lions who promised to place them in businesses where they would get filled and welcomed anyone who would like to place some more to contact him.

Sight Conservation: Lion Winn made a $1,000.00 donation and he didn’t even ask the Treasurer to hold the check!

Eye Screenings: No report.

Pecans: Lion  Willis has received the shipment and will arrange to meet any Lion picking up nuts – just call him at 282-3325. 16 oz bags are $10.00 and the 12oz bags are $8.00.

Turtle Derby:  Lion Winn suggested we use the Carver Center next year because it’s new, it’s cheaper to rent and the parking is better. Everyone present agreed that this is a good idea and should be considered. A full report about this year’s derby will be made at the next regular meeting.

New Business: None

Old Business: None

Meeting adjourned at: 12.56 PM.

Next Regular Meeting: Next Thursday, November 20, 2014.

Next Board Meeting: December 11,  2014

John Merriss

Meeting notes from the 1st regular meeting of the Johnson City Lions Club held Thursday, November 6, 2014 at the Johnson City Country Club, Johnson City, TN 37604

(8 members physically present and the rest, hopefully, were out selling turtles.)

The meeting was called to order at 12:26 PM by King Lion, George Winton.

After PDG Dennis Powell gave the prayer and the Secretary the pledge we were off to the races; the turtle races!!!
Nobody won the drawing; all the money goes to the Turtle Derby.

Lion Gough announced that he took 3109, not 3108 or 3110 but 3109 pairs of glasses to the Recycling Center last Saturday in the snow and ice. In addition to himself 4 young ladies from the Campus club and yours truly also made the trip. Lion Ken also said “you really are missing something good if you don’t go”. Lion Buffalo, who was cursing the Caribbean that day, took issue with that statement.

At the 2nd regular meeting this month Lion Ken will have collection boxes with him if you know of any commercial establishment with repeat customers (doctor/dentist offices, beauty/barber shops, etc.) he’ll give you one or more as needed so that you can help collect glasses for this important service project.

Lion Gough also volunteered to be the program chair at the 2nd regular meeting this month and he’ll have someone of great stature give a report on one of the most successful community undertakings of the century – the Tweetsie Trail.

Lion Willis got sick and couldn’t make it but he wants you to know that the pecans will be in Monday or Tuesday.

Well, only 3 hours left to sell turtles! Bring your late sales to the dome tonight and somehow Lion Campbell will get them in the racing program. That Lion Steve is a wonder isn’t he!!!!

Well this is it. It looks as if we’re not going to get to 500 or even 400 sponsorships this time but we’ll still have 10 races and all who come will have a wonderful time, especially us. Needless to say all Lions and their spouses and their grandchildren and their friends are needed tonight at 6:30 PM for the Derby. Four or five Lions are needed for set up at 5:00 PM. Y’all come.

Thanks for a great effort!

Meeting adjourned at 12:52 PM

Lion John Merriss
/S/____________

Board meeting next Thursday, November 13th.

Final November regular meeting Thursday, November 20th, 2014.

Meeting notes from the regular meeting of the Johnson City Lions Club held Thursday, October 16, 2014 at the Johnson City Country Club, Johnson City, TN 37604

(13 members present and 4 guests)

The meeting was called to order at 12:24 PM by King Lion, George Winton.

After the prayer and the pledge we were underway.

Nobody won the drawing and gave it all to the Turtle Derby.

Lion Gough announced that he has more than 2500 pairs of glasses to carry to the Recycling Center on November the 1^st. He asked that if you have glasses he can take please call him (571-1470- c or 928-8134- w) to arrange to drop them off at his POB (no, not post office box – place of business).

Allison Thigpen and Lee Eniss with the Commission on Aging (why us?) visited the club to announce a forum on aging being held this Saturday (the 18^th) at NE State Campus at 8:30 AM. entitled “Tennessee for a Lifetime”. It’s all about open enrollment for Medicare and Medicare benefits.

Everything is about ready for the Turtle Derby; we have a bike, we have door prizes, we have fired-up/ wired-up turtles and we have publicity. About the only thing we don’t have is enough sponsorships (please read the email sent earlier today), so turn on the gas Lions and finish up the job so we can accomplish our mission this year.

Our speaker today was Lion Ron Riehn from the West Knoxville Club assisted by  Lion Amy Barton, secretary from the same club. Ron, a former commissioner for LCIF played two entertaining DVDs about being open to new ideas and role LCIF plays in supporting us.

Meeting adjourned at 1:00 PM

Lion John Merriss

Remember – sell Turtles. We only have 2.5 weeks left and still need 250 sales sales!!!!!

Next regular meeting November 6^th (the day of the Turtle Derby)

Next Board meeting, Thursday, November 13th.

Johnson City Lions Club Board Meeting Notes (LCI No. 5093)
Date: Thursday, October 9, 2014
Meeting Place: THE JOHNSON CITY COUNTRY CLUB

The Regular Board Meeting was called to order at 12:23 PM.

The Board Members who have a “P” after their names were in attendance.

PDG Dennis Powell
President George Winton-P
Immediate Past President Sterling Winn –
1st Vice-President Ken Gough – P
2nd Vice President Steve Campbell – P
3rd Vice President Gayle Cox – P
Projects Treasurer Ed Gibbons- P
Administrative Treasurer Debbie Shipley-P
Tail Twister Mike Ferguson-
Lion Tamer Theresa Gibbons –
Secretary John Merriss – P

Directors:
2 Year Director Lynda Gochenouer-
Special Two Year Director Terry Thomas-P
Also present, Lion Jerry Lonon

Minutes of the last BOD Meeting: Lion Gough moved the reading of the minutes for August, 2014 be waived. Seconded by Lion Campbell the motion carried.

Administrative Treasurer: Lion Debbie Shipley, submitted a budget for FYE 6/30/2015 of $32,250.00 Lion Gough moved to accept and Lion Gibbons seconded and the motion carried.

Projects Treasurer: Lion Ed Gibbons: from 8/14/2014 to 10/9/2014 – Income, $333.32, expenses, $3,842.05. Loss $3,508.73. Total Liabilities -0-; Equity $21,598.11

Membership:  No report
Dues:  No report.

Committee Reports:

Eyeglass Recycling:  Lion Ken Gough asked for member participation in the fall recycling trip Saturday, November 1. Meet at the Murphy Oil station at the North Johnson City Wal-Mart at 6 AM to car pool. Get collected eyeglasses into Lion Gough next week.

Sight Conservation: Currently Lion Ed has applications through March, 2015: Lion Gibbons reported that with the addition of Carter County applications are coming in strong and we’re going to need help keeping up. He said the best solution will be to get the Elizabethton up and running and that 5 or 6 candidates have already been recruited. 20 or needed to form a new club.

Eye Screenings: No report.

Pecans: Lion Willis has ordered 46 cases some 12 oz. and some 16 oz.

Turtle Derby:

No report on sales available. Please report your sales to the team captain that calls, text or emails you. If aren’t contacted by a team captain please email your total sales to jmerriss@gmail.com no later than next Wednesday night so we can have a count for next Thursday’s meeting.

Tickets and Posters have been ordered.Lion Shipley is organizing door prizes, Lion Gibbons will purchase the grand prize and Lion Gough will help with getting student help from ETSU for set-up and tear down.

It was decided to hold our after derby celebration at the Battery Restaurant.

Lion Campbell needs all sales emailed to him by October 20th and no later.

New Business: Lion Gough moved that we move $1,000.00 from the budget surplus to Sight Conservation. The motion was seconded by Lion Gibbons and passed unanimously..

Meeting adjourned at: 12.57 PM.

Next Regular Meeting: Next Thursday, October 15, 2014.

Next Board Meeting:  November 12, 2014

John Merriss