THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LIONS CLUB
GREGORY R PRYOR
DISTRICT GOVERNOR, DISTRICT 27-A1
WISCONSIN, USA 2013-2014
1178 Pebble Beach Ct.
Twin Lakes WI 53181
(262) 877-3659
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1 VICE DISTRICT GOVERNOR
DANIEL EBERHARDT JR.
1220 Sherman Ave
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 571-7161
[email protected]
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VICE DISTRICT GOVERNOR CABINET SECRETARY-TREASURER
MICHAEL DREW
903 S. 76th St.
West Allis, WI 53214
(414) 731-8258
[email protected]
SHARON EBERHARDT
1220 Sherman Ave
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 507-7161
[email protected]
DISTRICT 27-A1 CABINET MEETING
TICHIGAN LAKE LIONS CLUBHOUSE, TICHIGAN, WI
JULY 30, 2013
The meeting was called to order at 6:36 pm by District Governor Greg Pryor, who introduced
guests Immediate Past International Director Mark Hintzmann and his wife, Lion Jayne, and
Kate Pryor. Lion Jerry Robertson introduced guests: Burlington President Gretchen Smith and
Burlington Treasurer Loren Smith, Jr.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by 1st Vice Governor Dan Eberhardt, Jr., followed by song, God
Bless America led by Lion Casey Thornburgh, and prayer by Rev. Lion Keith Johnson.
The meeting recessed for dinner at 6:43 pm and reconvened at 7:22 pm.
PID Mark Hintzmann installed the 2013-14 Cabinet members. He remarked that during his term
in office, he has observed that the more successful clubs have embraced change. In doing so,
they found different activities to involve their membership and then the club realized an increase
in membership.
Roll Call – members introduced themselves.
Approval of Minutes – April 2012 meeting minutes will be distributed and attended to at the
next meeting. M-PDG J. Chadwick, S-D. Cichon to table to next cabinet meeting. Matter is
tabled.
Financial Reports –
A
2012-13 financial report was reviewed. M-J. Ziino, S-PDG J. Karpfinger to approve
report. Motion passed unanimously.
B. Audit report – PDG Gary Stewart gave the audit report and recommendations: use of
PC based accounting program (i.e. QuickBooks) and modify parade of checks process
so that checks are payable to the charity (i.e. directly to WLF, Eye Bank, LCIF, and so
on). M-W. Thornburg, S-PDG C. Post to approve audit report. Motion passed
unanimously. Report attached.
C. Signatories and deposit accounts – CST Sharon requested approval to move the
administrative and fund checking accounts from Waukesha State Bank to Associated
D.
Bank. M-PDG C. Post, S-PDG J. Chadwick to approve Associated Bank as the
bank for the District administrative and funds checking accounts. For clarification,
the Convention checking account will remain at Waukesha State Bank. Motion passed
unanimously.
2013-14 Budgets –
i. Lions District Budget - CST Sharon presented the proposed budget. M-PDG J.
Chadwick, S-M. Drew to adopt the proposed budget. Discussion was held.
M-PDG D. Schwanz, S-M. Drew to call the question. Motion passed
unanimously. Motion on the budget passed unanimously.
ii. Lioness District Budget – Dale Cichon will present the Lioness budget at the next
meeting. On the Lioness’ behalf he thanked the Lions for supporting the
program.
Correspondence – Email was sent to Club officers reminding them of the deadline for
applications for the 2012-13 Club Excellence awards.
District Goals – DG Greg Pryor reviewed his goals for 2013-14, which were published in the
July issue of the WI Lion. In particular he would like to
 have Zone Chairpersons attend zone training
 have secretaries attend training by January 31st
 have a public relations chair in each club by January 31st
 have every Zone Chairperson become certified guiding lion
With regard to membership:
create one new campus club
create a new Leo club and revitalize stagnant Leo clubs
increase membership by recruitment by 10% (200 members this year needed. 180
last year and ended with a +2 members).
Encourage clubs to utilize community needs assessment.
Encourage clubs to implement 1 new service project so that communities see we
are here and helping them.
Use of Club Excellence Process (pro and lite).
Have each club complete “How are my ratings?” survey.
Zone Reports 1.1 Lion Maggi Bain – First meeting will be on Monday, August 26th sponsored by Kenosha
Noon Lions @ Bombay Louies, with social beginning at 6 pm and dinner w/meeting at 7
pm.
1.2 Lion Nancy Finch – First meeting will be on September 12th hosted by Oak Creek Lions.
Details TBA.
2.1 Lion William Palaske – First meeting will be on September 26th at State Fair Inn. The
meeting will be held jointly with Zone 2.2. Social begins at 6, and dinner w/meeting at
6:30 pm. Report attached.
2.2 Lion Rev Keith Johnson – reported he was invited to Greater Greenfield, at which they
presented 2 Melvin Jones Fellowships. Report attached.
3.1 Lion Sal Gasperetti – First meeting will be on September 19th at VFW Post in Now
Berlin and hosted by Waukesha Noon; The November meeting will be hosted by Big
Bend-Vernon with details TBA. Report attached.
3.2 Lion Cindy Lotzer – First meeting will be on October 23rd with details TBA.
4.1 Lion Bill Thornburgh – First meeting will be August 28th at 332 Fellows hosted by Genoa
City; future meetings are scheduled for November 19, February 26 and May 29th with
details TBA. Meeting information will be posted to the District calendar. Report
attached.
4.2 Lion Jay Karow – First meeting with be August 26th with details TBA.
5.1 Lion Ken Anderson – Targeting end of September for first meeting. Details TBA.
5.2 Lion Gary Posorske reported for Lion D. Nead. First meeting will be August 12th hosted
by Jefferson Lions Club.
Committee reports –
District Bowling – Lion Cindy Lotzer advised that the event will be held over the first and
second weekends in November. More info will be coming by end of August.
ALERT – Lion Gary Payne reported that they are looking to schedule a meeting with clubs in the
near future to discuss volunteer reception centers. Report attached.
BOLD – Lion Bruce Laken submitted report and shared that while A1 was #1 with donations,
A2 has really stepped up volunteers for different VIP activities. Report attached.
Constitution & By-Laws – Lion Ron Drew submitted written report. Any questions or concerns
can be directed to any of the committee members. Updated Constitution & By-Laws has been
sent to the IT chair to be uploaded to website. Report attached.
Diabetes Awareness – Lion Jerry Gibbons gave thanks for all of the donations. $5,000 was
donated to WLF for diabetes project and $500 donated to Camp Marikesh (held in September).
Diabetes Alert Day will be in November. Report attached.
District Activities –
Race Team – No report
Honors Banquet – Lion Patty reported event will be held on May 4th
Reading Service Initiative – Karla no report
Admirals Hockey – Tal Janowitz reported.
Environmental – Lion Tal Janowitz reported it is currently 62 degrees and raining.
Bowling – see above
Curling – no report
Golf – PDG Jordan Chadwick reported the event will be held on August 1st. They are expecting
130 golfers and 160 for dinner.
District Communications/Public Relations – Lion Joan Weber filed report. Reminded that article
deadline is 20th of each month. Photos need to go in .jpg format. Report attached.
District Convention – Deb Condon reported an ending balance $7,668.00. She is recommending
that the money remain in the account as demands for deposits, as well as costs, have created a
need to have more than the historical $1,000 seed deposit. 2013 Convention will be held on
January 17, 18 and 19. Anyone interested in participating in committee should see Lion Debbie.
Elections – Russ Frymark no report at this time.
Eye Bank – Lion Jeff Meyer reported on Eye Bank 1,348 corneas, 1305 were transplanted. Prior
Director-at-Large Rick Reesman has stepped down after many years of service. Lion Chris
Dannenmann is the new Director-at-Large. A contingency/disaster plan is being developed.
Youth Exchange students recently toured the Eye Bank. Report attached.
Hearing – Lion Jeff Meyer reported 62 applications (down from 75 last year). $17,610 was spent
last year. Financial donations are needed. Report attached.
Global Leadership – PDG Debbie Schwanz submitted report. Reports attached.
Global Membership – Lion Gary Jund thanked last year’s members. Possible new club growth:
another special interest; campus club. The team will meet on August 19th and will work on the
CEP (Club Excellence Program) for this year. Report attached.
Honorary – PDG Jake Karpfinger reported meeting on August 4.
International Convention – Lion Chris Dannenmann reported next International Convention is in
Toronto. PCC Karla Harris will be elected to International Director at that convention. Report
attached.
LCIF – PDG Rick Steinberg reported (per email today).
Leader Dog – no report.
LEHP / Prevent Blindness – Lion Charlotte Stewart submitted report. Vision screening being
held on August 1st in Palmyra. They are looking to have a certification class on Saturday of
convention weekend and to add adult screening. Request $400 for 2 adult vision screening and
$1,000 grant to Prevent Blindness from sight conservation account. M-C. Stewart, S-I.
Schelman to use these funds accordingly. Discussion was held concerning the proper person
who may request fund disbursements. Lions Stewart, Schelman and Dr. Emer will hold meeting
to discuss financial needs and how best to address them. Motion withdrawn. Report attached.
Long Range Planning – PDG Jordan will be scheduling meeting.
Sgt. At Arms – no report.
Sight Conservation – Dr. Emer is looking forward to serving on this effort. In January he will be
going on his 8th trip to the Dominican Republic. He is willing to come and speak to clubs about
that service work.
Youth – Jerry Robertson no report.
Peace Poster – A few clubs have not received their packets. Please contact Lion Casey if you
need yours.
Youth Exchange – John Ziino reported 49 students from 28 countries were hosted in Wisconsin,
with 12 were hosted in A1. There were a total of 15 students were sent abroad, with 3 coming
from our district. Several activities held including: Lioness cabinet hosted picnic, Greater
Greenfield hosted international dinner, Prospect hosted Brewer baseball outing, camp held with
visitor day. Report attached.
Quest – Bill Stone reported planning is in the works.
WLF – President Dave Hempel and PDG Gary Stewart gave verbal report. 8/17 Fun Run and
Walk for WLF. Raffle tickets are available for camp, with drawing held on 8/17. A1 is 100%
again for 2012-13! Deer hide collection will begin in September. We anticipate having a central
collection site. Details will follow. A couple of weeks remain for camp. PDG Dave is
recovering from some medical issues with his last surgery 8/20 and is thankful for all of the
support he has received. Thank you.
Old Business – none.
New Business
A. Stuff the Bus – PCC Karla Harris reported on the 8/17 statewide and District A1 project.
The International President Barry Palmer will be in A1. August is Youth Service Project
month. A1 will have 3 major election sites and information will be on district website.
Information will be emailed. If you can help please email Karla.
B. Presentation to IPDG Rick Steinberg with Certificate of Appointment as LCIF
Chairperson with materials.
C. DG Greg handed out LCI Committee Chairperson Chevrons.
D. Lion John Ziino reported that Prospect hosted a snow shoe race in March 2013.
Youngest participant was 6, and the oldest was 76 with 50 participants. 2nd Art
competition being hosted in September.
Tail Twister – Eric Thornburg reported with respect to the 50/50 raffle; a $98 prize to
winner…Burlington Lion Treasurer Loren Smith.
Remarks –
ADP Kathy Frymark expressed her thanks for supporting Lioness. She is looking forward to a
great year of service together.
CST Sharon Eberhardt reported that Cabinet member bars will be mailed to members.
2nd Vice Governor Mike Drew thanked everyone for support as CST and is looking forward to
serving as 2nd Vice Governor.
1st Vice Governor Dan Eberhardt thanked the non-cabinet members for attending. Leader Dog
visitation will be 8/9 and 10. Leader Dog puppies will be doing training at the airport in
September.
Honorary Chair PDG Jake Karpfinger reported that there will be a meeting scheduled.
DG Greg Pryor shared closing remarks.
WLF President Dave Hempel shared that Lyons Lions sold their property and will be making a
substantial donation in the near future to WLF and to Leader Dog. More details shared as they
are available.
There being no further business brought before the cabinet, M-D. Eberhardt, S-K. Vanden
Berg to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 9:40 pm.