January 14, 2021
Board Meeting
HAPPY NEW YEAR! The first meeting of 2021 was our monthly board meeting. Once again, because of the pandemic, we’re still meeting virtually. Today, 27 Lions were able to participate.
Lion President Carrie called the meeting to order and the musical duo of Lions Lundgren & Bembenek led us in singing “My Country Tis of Thee”. Lion Carrie led the Pledge of Allegiance, gave the blessing and asked for the end of this horrible disease.
Lion Ed Heiden gave the secretaries report which was approved. He informed us we received a thank you letter from Lory’s Place for our donation. Treasure Lion Micah presented the club’s financial statement and reported we are still in good shape.
Lion Carrie introduced Lion District Governor, Julie Mayuiers. DG Julie announced that this years International Convention in Montreal has been officially canceled. This and many other national, state, and district activities have been affected by this pandemic. She indicated that the District is working to determine which activities may still be possible in the coming months. They will continue to do as many virtual events as feasible. She also complemented our Saint Joseph Club for continuing to carry on our activities as we are one of the few clubs in the District who are doing so.
Lion Carrie reported that the Average Joes, Saint Joseph High School’s robotic team, has now been able to get back to work. At the present time, there will not be any normal competitions, but they will be competing virtually with teams from around the world. She also announced that the Average Joe’s Home Site(The Edward Todd Innovation Center, which the Saint Joseph Lions support) has been selected as one of only three sites in the State to host competitions when it becomes possible to hold regular events in the future.
We then proceeded with our normal process of receiving reports from our various committees. It was great to have so many members participate virtually with us today and we look forward to being able to meet in-person real soon. The bottom line is, that WE SERVE, in spite of this horrible pandemic. STAY SAFE!
Here's a group photo of today's attendees. A few were "camera shy" and yes, I missed one of the connections.
Lion Prez Carrie opens the meeting.
The musiscal duo of ions Jim & Dennis.
Lion Ed gives his treasurer's report.
Camera shy Lion Micah reported on our financial status.
Past Distric Gov and St. Jopseph Lion John invited District 11-B2 Govenor to attend today's meeting.
Thanks ,District Govenor Julie Mayuiers for joining us today.
Lion Dan reports on membership.
Lion Vern reports that he is hopful our Arts & Craft Show will be possible next November. BTW - Nice train layout Lion Vern. Is that how you fill your time now?
3rd VP Lion Ren introduced his committee members for their report.
Lion Tom reported that the White Cane Sale was more successful than anyone could have predicted, because of the support of the commuity.
Lion Ron is looking for suggestions of ways we can safely meet for social activities during these tough times.
Lion Larry reported that we are still planning on holding Camp Leo this August.
Lion Ed reported that the new St. Joe Parks Plan puts a priority on improvements to Lions Park Beach.
Lion Dennis reports that our club activities have been reported in the media recently. We need to keep getting the word out on the good things we do.
Lion Dennis shared a thank you from the Homeless Shelter which we support with a monthly donation.
Lion Jim updated the club on the use of our website along with demonstrating a new section for the Claw.
Lion Vern ran down to the beach to draw for the Pot 'o Silver. Another loser this week. Sorry Lion Mike Medo.
Look what I found! The missing Lion from the group photo above, he snuck out to his car to attend the meeting. Isn't technology great?
