Board of Directors
The members of the board of directors are the president, immediate past president, vice president(s), secretary, treasurer, Lion tamer (optional), tail twister (optional), membership director, branch coordinator, if designated, and all other elected directors. The board of directors shall have the following duties and powers:
(1) It is the executive board of the club and is responsible for the execution, through the club officers, of the policies approved by the club. All new business and policy of the club shall be considered and shaped, first, by the board of directors for presentation to and approval by the club members at a regular or special club meeting.
(2) It authorizes all expenditures and shall not create any indebtedness beyond the current income of this club, nor authorize disbursal of club funds for purposes inconsistent with the business and policy authorized by the club membership.
(3) It has the power to modify, override or rescind the action of any officer of the club.
(4) It ensures that the books, accounts and operations of the club are audited annually or, at its discretion, more frequently and may require an accounting or have an audit made of the handling of any club funds by any officer, committee or member of the club. Any member of the club in good standing may inspect the audit or accounting upon request at a reasonable time and place.
(5) It appoints, on recommendation of the finance committee, a bank or banks for the deposit of the funds of the club.
(6) It appoints the surety for the bonding of any officer of the club.
(7) It does not authorize, nor permit, the expenditure, for any administrative purpose, of the net income of projects or activities of the club by which funds are raised from the public. It shall submit all matters of new business and policy to the respective standing or special club committee for study and recommendation to the board.
(8) It appoints, subject to approval of the club membership, the delegates and alternates of the club to district (single, sub- or multiple) and international conventions.
(9) It maintains at least two (2) separate funds governed by generally accepted accounting practices. The first fund to record administrative monies such as dues, tail twisting fines and other internally raised club funds. A second fund is to be established to record activity or public welfare monies raised by asking support from the public. Disbursement from such funds is to be in strict compliance with item (7) above.
Club Officers for 2021-2022
President
Lion Jessica Pelzer
The Club President is the chief executive officer of the club who presides at all meetings of the board of directors and the club. The president issues the call for regular meetings and special meetings of the board of directors and the club, and appoints the standing and special committees of the club while cooperating with chairpersons to ensure regular functioning and reporting of such committees. He/she sees that officers are elected as provided for by the constitution and by-laws, and cooperates with, and is an active member of the district governor's advisory committee of the zone in which this club is located.
1st Vice President
Lion Seth Dirks
If the president is unable to perform the duties of his/her office for any reason, the 1st Vice President next in rank shall occupy his/her position and perform his/her duties with the same authority as the president. Each vice president shall, under the direction of the president, oversee the functioning of such committees of the club as the president designates.
Club Secretary
Lion Ashley Anderson
The Club Secretary is under the supervision and direction of the president and the board of directors, and is the liaison officer between the club and the district (single or sub and multiple) in which the club is located, and the association. The secretary: • Submits regular monthly membership reports and other reports specified by the association • Submits upon request reports to the district governor's cabinet including copies of monthly membership and annual activities reports • Cooperates with and serves as an active member of the district governor's advisory committee of the zone in which the club is located • Has custody of and maintains general records of the club, including minutes of club and board meetings; attendance; committee appointments; elections; member information, addresses and telephone numbers of members; members club accounts • Arranges for issuance, in cooperation with the treasurer, of quarterly or semi-annual statements to each member for dues and other financial obligations owed to the club, collects and turns dues over to the club treasurer and obtains a receipt • Gives bond for the faithful discharge of his/her office in the sum and with surety as determined by the board of directors
Treasurer
Lion Jim Muellenbach
The Club Treasurer shall: • Receive all monies from the secretary and deposit the currency in a bank or banks recommended by the finance committee and approved by the board of directors • Pay the club’s obligations authorized by the board of directors. All checks and vouchers shall be signed by the treasurer and countersigned by one other officer, determined by the board of directors • Have custody of and maintain general records of club receipts and disbursements • Prepare and submit monthly and semi-annual financial reports to the international office of the association and the board of directors of this club • Give bond for the faithful discharge of his/her office in the sum and with surety as determined by the board of directors
Membership Director
Lion (Open)
The Membership Director is the chairperson of the membership committee. His/her responsibilities include: • Developing a club membership growth program and presenting the program to the board of directors for approval • Encouraging the recruitment of new qualified members at club meetings • Ensuring implementation of recruitment and retention procedures • Preparing and implementing member orientation sessions • Reporting to the board of directors ways to reduce the loss of members • Coordinating with other club committees in fulfilling these responsibilities • Serving as a member of the zone level membership committee
Immediate Past President
Lion Ashley Anderson
The Immediate Past President and the other past presidents officially greet members and their guests at club meetings and represent the club in welcoming all new service-minded people in the community served by the club.
2nd Vice-President
Lion Tim Nelson
If the president and 1st Vice President are unable to perform the duties of his/her office for any reason, the 2nd Vice President next in rank shall occupy his/her position and perform his/her duties with the same authority as the president. Each vice president shall, under the direction of the president, oversee the functioning of such committees of the club as the president designates.
3rd Vice President
Lion Matt Lingle
If the president, 1st Vice President and 2nd Vice President are unable to perform the duties of his/her office for any reason, the 3rd Vice President next in rank shall occupy his/her position and perform his/her duties with the same authority as the president. Each vice president shall, under the direction of the president, oversee the functioning of such committees of the club as the president designates.
Tail Twister
Lion Kim Wollery
The Tail Twister promotes harmony, good fellowship, and enthusiasm in the meetings through appropriate stunts, games and the judicious imposition of fines on club members. There shall be no ruling from his/her decision in imposing a fine, provided, however, that no fine shall exceed an amount fixed by the board of directors of the club, and no member shall be fined more than twice at any one meeting. The tail twister may not be fined except by the unanimous vote of all members present. All monies collected by the tail twister shall be immediately turned over to the treasurer and a receipt shall be given.
Lion Tamer
Lion Kim Nygaard
The Lion Tamer has charge of and is responsible for the property and paraphernalia of the club, including flags, banners, gong, gavel, song books, etc. He/she puts each item in its proper place before every meeting and returns the items to the proper storage area after each meeting. He/she acts as sergeant-at-arms at meetings, seeing that those present are properly seated, and distributes bulletins, favors and literature as required at club and board meetings. He/she ensures that new members are welcomed to the club and sit with a different group at each meeting so that the new members become better acquainted.
2-year Director
Lion Steve Walters
2-year Director
Lion Amos Root
1-year Director
Lion (Open)
1-year Director
Lion Lisa Root
General Membership
Lion Ashley Anderson
Sponsored by: Lion Amanda Schreiner
Been a Lion Since: 12-3-15
Lion Nicholas Colatrella
Sponsored by: Lion Jim Muellenbach
Been a Lion Since: 1-1-06
Lion Ron Denny
Sponsored by: Lion Sonia Nordmann
Been a Lion Since: 11-6-14
Lion Seth Dirks
Sponsored by: Lion Charlie Lindt
Been a Lion Since: 6-17-18
Lion Bradley Eckhoff
Sponsored by: Lions Brandon Johnson and Ron Mumm
Been a Lion Since: 3-1-16
Lion Jason Ehlinger
Sponsored by: Lion Amanda Schreiner
Been a Lion Since: 1-1-07
Lion Dave Faust
Sponsored by: Lion Jim Muellenbach
Been a Lion Since: 4-6-18
Lion Jeff Kaiser
Sponsored by: Lion Steve Walters
Been a Lion Since: 12-12-20
Lion Matt Lingle
Sponsored by: Lion Jim Muellenbach
Been a Lion Since: 12-3-15
Lion Stephen L Malone
Sponsored by: Lion Steve Walters
Been a Lion Since: 1-2-20
Lion Bennie McWilliams
Sponsored by: Lion Jim Muellenbach
Been a Lion Since: 11-6-14
Lion Carol Mead
Sponsored by: Lion Amanda Schreiner
Been a Lion Since: 4-6-06
Lion Jim Muellenbach, MJF
Sponsored by: Lion Charlie Lindt
Been a Lion Since: 6-1-78
Lion Tim Nelson
Sponsored by: Lion Kim Nygaard
Been a Lion Since: 1-7-19
Lion Javier Nevares
Sponsored by: Lion Tania Nevares
Been a Lion Since: 6-7-11
Lion Tania Nevares
Sponsored by: Lion Jack Paulson
Been a Lion Since: 11-3-10
Lion Kim Nygaard
Sponsored by: Lion Jessica Pelzer
Been a Lion Since: 6-17-18
Lion Diane Offerdahl
(Sponsored by Lion Tom Offerdahl)
Lion Tom Offerdahl
(Sponsored by Lion Shane Vasek)
Lion Cody Olmscheid
Sponsored by: Lion Joe Prodinsky
Been a Lion Since: 11-1-21
Lion Cheryl Owens
Sponsored by: Lion Jim Muellenbach
Been a Lion Since: 16-17-18
Lion Jessica Pelzer
Sponsored by: Lion Amanda Schreiner
Been a Lion Since: 11-2-17
Lion Jason Primus
Sponsored by: Lion Ron Mumm
Been a Lion Since: 9-10-15
Lion Kevin Primus
Sponsored by: Lion Javier Nevares
Been a Lion Since: 8-19-19
Lion Joe Prodinsky
Sponsored by: Lion Joe Tschida
Been a Lion Since: 3-12-14
Lion Amos Root
Sponsored by: Lion Jessica Pelzer
Been a Lion Since: 2-17-20
Lion Lisa Root
Sponsored by: Lion Jessica Pelzer
Been a Lion Since: 2-17-20
Lion Andrea Sailer
Sponsored by: Lion Jeff Sailer
Been a Lion Since: 9-1-07
Lion Jeff Sailer
Sponsored by: Lion Jim Muellenbach
Been a Lion Since: 11-1-05
Lion Amanda Schreiner
Sponsored by: Lion Sonia Hessler
Been a Lion Since: 2-1-06
Lion Kathy Sell
Sponsored by: Lion Tania Nevares
Been a Lion Since: 3-24-14
Lion Ken Sell
Sponsored by: Lion Tania Nevares
Been a Lion Since: 3-24-14
Lion Amy Sip
Sponsored by: Lion Amanda Henderson
Been a Lion Since: 8-1-06
Lion Rob Sip
Sponsored by: Lion Amy Sip
Been a Lion Since: 1-7-16
Lion Stuart Swenson
Sponsored by: Lion Jim Muellenbach
Been a Lion Since: 1-1-06
Lion Joe Tetrault
Sponsored by: Lion Shane Vasek
Been a Lion Since: 5-7-15
Lion Stephen "Wally" Waldvogel
Sponsored by: Lion Shane Vasek
Been a Lion Since: 6-2-08
Lion Steven Walters
Sponsored by: Lion Jason Primus
Been a Lion Since: 3-7-19
Lion Jacquie Willis
Sponsored by: Lion Lisa Root
Been a Lion Since: 10-7-21
Lion Jeb Willis
Sponsored by: Lion Amos Root
Been a Lion Since: 10-7-21
Lion Kim Woolery
Sponsored by: Lion Judy Hoofnagle
Been a Lion Since: 4-1-04
Here are the Officer's for 2020-2021
President: Lion Ashley Anderson
Past President: Lion Ron Denny
1st Vice President: Lion Jessica Pelzer
2nd Vice President: Lion Seth Dirks
3rd Vice President: Lion Tim Nelson
Secretary: Lion Tania Neveres
Treasurer: Lion Jim Muellenbach
Tail Twister: Lion Kim Woolery
Lion Tamer: Lion Kim Nygaard
1-Year Directors: Lion Javier Nevares & Lion Amanda Schreiner
2-Year Directors: Lion Steve Walters and Mark Herron
Membership Director: Lion Tom Offerdahl
Here are the Club Officers for 2019-2020
President: Lion Ron Denny
Past President: Lion Jeff Sailer
1st Vice President: Lion Ashley Anderson
2nd Vice President: Lion Jessica Pelzer
3rd Vice President: Lion Seth Dirks
Secretary: Lion Sonia Nordmann
Treasurer: Lion Jim Muellenbach
Tail Twister: Lion Kim Woolery
Lion Tamer: Lion Kim Nygaard
1-Year Directors: Lion Mark Herron & Lion Jason Ehlinger
2-Year Directors: Lion Tania Nevares & Lion Amanda Schreiner
Membership Director: Lion Tom Offerdahl
Here are the Club Officers for 2018-2019
President: Lion Jeff Sailer
Past President: Lion Tom Offerdahl
1st Vice President: Lion Ron Denny
2nd Vice President: Lion Ashley Anderson
3rd Vice President: Lion Jessica Pelzer
Secretary: Lion Sonia Nordmann
Treasurer: Lion Jim Muellenbach
Tail Twister: Lion Amanda Schreiner
Lion Tamer: Lion Seth Dirks
1-Year Directors: Lion Brad Eckhoff & Lion John Fuls
2-Year Directors: Lion Mark Herron & Lion Jason Ehlinger
Membership Director: Lion Bob Ringstrom
