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Vol. 71 Issue 6 The Club that has it all and gives its all! June 2020
LION PRINTS Prescott Noon Lions Club
President’s Message
Lion President Steve Hodges
PNL Club Serving in uncertain times of a Pandemic
This is my final column as President of the Prescott Noon
Lions. 2019 was a wonderful year except we lost 4 Lions, Lou
Nemeth, Ollie Taylor, Jaime Fox and Bob Temple. Doug
George headed up a Marketing Committee to update our logo
and ways to get our name out in Prescott. We started a
Revenue Generation committee to develop new fund raisers.
We had a first with the Alzheimer’s Walk, Veterans Stand
Down and the PNL picnic all on the same day. 2020 started out
even better as John Meier generously donated the sale of 71
acres in Louisiana, which generated $80,000 to the
Foundation. The Random Acts of Kindness charitable amounts
were increased to $200 per case. Steve Byers was ready for
another successful Pancake Breakfast. Jerry Neal was taking
over the Cotton Candy Booth for Frontier Days and District
Governor elect Chuck Matthews was planning the Frontier
Days parade and then the world changed. Covid 19 changed
our lives. We held two meetings in March and we closed up
shop. For the first time in club history, we shut down the paper
project and brought all the trailers into the yard. Another first
was using Zoom to hold 3 business meetings. During that time,
we donated $5,000 to the Yavapai Food Bank, we donated
$2,500 to Camp Tatiyee, We lost the loveable curmudgeon
Frank Finley. We donated $1,000 to the Frank Finley
Scholarship fund. We cancelled the Pancake Breakfast, Cotton
Candy Booth and the parade.
On June 24th, we held our first outdoor meeting at
Goldwater Lake. Awards were given out and I heard Greg
Manchester and Bill Dunn chant “4 More Years” which brought
a smile to my face. Our club is made up of the finest citizens of
Prescott. Their generosity never ceases to amaze me. I am so
honored to have served as your President.
Recycling at the Paper Yard
Eye Care Van Trips
Business Meetings
Food Drives
Weekly Meetings Shredding
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#1 Business Meetings In response to the worldwide threat of the
coronavirus, Lions Club International would not allow
gatherings of Lions for meetings, events, etc.
However, the business of Lions Clubs was still
necessary. The solution for every club and district
was conducting virtual business meetings. Our own
club held three Zoom virtual meetings. These virtual
meetings may be necessary to resume.
The ‘screen shot’ example at left is from an
Aussie friend and is a virtual meeting of an
Australian Lions District.
#2 Food drives
This was a time, more than ever, for food
drives. Although we were not meeting at the
restaurant, Lion Lee Nidess collected our green
bags for the Neighborhood Project. Lee collected
28 bags from Lions like Ron Barbour and Vince
Maressa as shown at right.
Lion President Steve Hodges reported that
our club responded promptly to the need for food
by contributing $5,000 to the Yavapai Food
Bank.
Earlier, a request was sent out for the St.
Mary’s Food Drive. Although we don’t have a
count of the Lions participating, we’re sure there
were many who did contribute.
The hardest hit area of Arizona was the
Navajo Reservation. Not only was there a
shortage of food, but cleaning supplies were in
drastic need. This drive was conducted by the
local Rotary Club. We Serve is the motto of Lions
Club. Sometimes it is done directly to those in
need. Often, helping other charities and service
clubs is needed for our community. We are sure
a number of Lions contributed, although we
don’t have a count.
Prescott Noon Lions continue
serving during the pandemic
Referring to these times of the Coronavirus pandemic as being unusual and
challenging is an understatement. During our two months apart, our Lions continued
serving through virtual business meetings and contributing to food drives. Then in mid
June, our signature project of recycling papers and shredding resumed. Not long
after, the Eye Care Van was back in business serving the community of Seligman.
Then finally, last week we held our first club meeting in a long while. The open
ramada at Goldwater Lake was an excellent choice for this setting.
Now, shortly before this issue was to be published, coronavirus cases surged in
Arizona and the Governor reinstated certain restrictions. In response, our president
and president-elect chose safety as a priority. Future club meetings would be
canceled until further notice.
Photo at right was provided by Lion Doug George.
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#3 Eye Care Van Visits: Seligman
The following are a few notes from coordinator Lion Doug George:
We held a successful eye-care screening event in Seligman with the Mobile
Eye Care Van on June 19, 2020.
This was the first event in the Covid-19 era and we believe that it was a
good first effort for safety issues. We interviewed arriving clients for COVID
-19 related recent health history, took infrared forehead thermometer
readings and issued facemasks. All Lions wore facemasks and gloves and
periodically cleaned doorknobs and other surfaces.
The Seligman Public Library coordinator, Amy Appolonim, pre-qualified the
clients and managed the schedule of clients throughout the day.
Dr. Jared Smedley did the eye exams and had a good rapport with the
clients.
Lion Tom Hubbard interviewed clients entering for COVID-19 health
questions. He was also the driver.
Lion Phil Weliky brought Simba with him and greeted clients and explained
how the screening exam program works.
Lion Paul Chastain checked the clients financial qualification forms.
Lion Jerry Neal took the PD readings with the pupilometer. He also worked
with clients to select eyeglass frames. Jerry was also a driver.
Lion John Schmitt set up the equipment and took the Spot Vision Screener
readings of each client.
Lion Rudy Hernandez assisted clients filling out the short medical history
on the doctor’s diagnosis forms.
Lion Doug George assisted in setting up both the library room and van, and
then packing up at the end of the day. Doug managed the schedule to keep
it flowing on time.
There were 18 clients served. Another client, unable to attend, qualified
and was given an approval letter to see an approved doctor for an exam
and glasses, funded by the Mel Clack program.
The Lions day started at 6:30 am, arriving at Seligman at 8:05 am, and
exams were complete by 4:00 pm.
Photos were provided by Lions Doug George and Paul Chastain.
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#4 Recycling papers at the yard Going back to the paper yard almost seemed like nothing had changed
until you saw all the masks. Knowing who was who wasn’t always easy,
until you heard their voice. Recycling papers is our number one money
maker. It is also a great way for Lions camaraderie. Staying in touch would
be another way of saying it, except of course literally that is discouraged.
However, maintaining six feet separation is probably asking the impossible
of our Lions. Safety at the yard is always a concern around all the
equipment and electrical cords. Now we have one more item to add to our
safety list, at least for now.
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#5 Shredding papers at YRMC
Shredding at both East and West Campuses of the YRMC resumed. All three of
the crews were back in business. As usual, all Lions wore their red shirts and
identification tags. While wearing a mask recycling papers at the yard was mostly
followed, it was absolutely required at the hospitals.
Photos of the East YRMC Shredders were provided by Lion Bob Dressler.
At left are Lions Don Colozze, Andy Prizioso and Lee Nidess. The next photo includes
Alan Jensen and Bob Dressler.
Not pictured are the haulers at the East Campus. On Thursdays, they haul the
shredded papers from the East campus to the Courier site. These are Lions Chuck
Matthews, Dan Burt and Jimmy Van Steeland. These three Lions are also substitutes
for the Tuesday East YRMC crew.
Photo of the Thursday Shredders from the West
Campus was provided by Lion Phil Weliky.
Pictured, left to right are Lions Bob Williams, Kim
Zimmerman and Phil Weliky.
Not pictured are the Shredders from the Monday
crew at the West Campus YRMC. These include
Lions Buz Williams, Jim Townsend, Ted Lee and
Vince Maressa.
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• Most Disrespectful of the President – Buz Williams
• Officer & Director Awards
1st VP – Bob Dressler
2nd VP – Scott Armstrong
3rd VP – Steve Byers
Secretary – Mark Leathers
Treasurer – Mike First
Tail Twister – Ron Barbour
Lion Tamer – Kim Zimmerman
• President’s Appreciation Medals
2nd Year Director – Doug Ruckel
2nd Year Director – Erin Raisley
2nd
Year Director – Joe Maresh
1st Year Director – Isaac Acosta
1st Year Director - Lee Nidess
1st Year Director – Rich Carlson
• President’s Appreciation Awards – Medals or Ribbons
Isaac Acosta
Wayne Meddaugh
John Meier
Phil Weliky
John Eilers
• LCI Membership Chairman Recognition Pin
Dick Beers
#6 Weekly meetings and the awards recognition Extra precautions for our
first meeting in more than two
months were taken on June
24th. Wearing masks for this
first meeting didn’t muffle our
spirits as we gathered in the
Goldwater Lake Park ramada.
Lion Scott Armstrong provided
ample selections of
sandwiches, snacks, cookies
and drinks to satisfy everyone.
Lion Joe Maresh opened with
our song, pledge and prayer.
Health reports were given for
several Lions unable to attend.
Lion Paul Bauman presented the new pamphlet promoting our club and is
being distributed to businesses around town. Paul did a tremendous job
designing this handout, which was the culmination of many hours and meetings
of the committee chaired by Lion Doug George.
This being the last meeting of the Lion year, awards recognizing members for
their work the past year were presented. Steve began the ceremony with this
opening, “The first award to be given out is for ‘Most Disrespectful of the
President.’ Before I give it out, I would like to say this person is why the gene
pool needs a lifeguard. Congratulations to two time winner, Buz Williams.”
Below and on the next page is a list of the awards presented.
Congratulations to all the recipients.
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Lion of the Month: Bill Parker
Recognition
• Committee Chairmen Medals
Membership Chairman – Dick Beers
Sight & Hearing Chairman – Steve Schmidt
Paper Project Chairman – Wayne Meddaugh
Pancake Breakfast Chairman – Steve Byers
Frontier Days Chairmen – John Eilers and John Meier
Picnic Chairman – Joe Maresh
Peace Poster Chairman – Ray Lee
Proud Lion Chairman – Tom Haugen
Fishing Project Chairman – Scott Armstrong
Publicity Chairman – Jerry Jackson
Contributions Committee Chairman – Erin Raisley
Random Acts of Kindness Chairman – Rhuno Nelson
Lion Prints Coordinators – Ken Gantz and Paul Bauman
Website Coordinator – Rich Carlson
Lion Transit for the Blind Coordinator – Phil Weliky
Mobile Eye Van Coordinator – Paul Chastain
Children’s Eye Screening Project Coordinator – Doug George
Neighborhood Food Drive Coordinator – Lee Nidess
HOBY Liaison – Bob Welch
LCIF Liaison – John Lysak
• Distinguished Service Award – Adrian Langhaus (Lion figurine)
• Lion of the Year – Ken Gantz
• Melvin Jones Awards
Martin Banks
Rhuno Nelson
Steve Hodges
Erin Raisley
Mark Leathers
• Melvin Jones Progressive Awards
Doug George
Jerry Jackson
Norm Humphrey
Adrian Langhaus
• Life Membership Award – Tom Hubbard
Although this was June and the only meeting this month, Steve presented the
Lion of the Month for July to Lion Bill Parker. Few Lions have had more
impact on our club than Bill. His guidance and participation have been
tremendous. Listing his achievements and awards would require substantially
more space than one page could accommodate. Personally, Bill has been
one of the first to offer encouragement to this editor.
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PRESCOTT NOON LIONS
WELCOME TO DISTRICT 21 NORTH
I wholeheartedly welcome each and every one of you to our new District 21 North. The old
21 A, B, C districts are now history. The winds of change have blown. Now we settle down
to do what Lions have always done – Serve! The keynote next year is “Arizona Lions”. You
will be hearing much more about this concept in the next several months.
Plan to attend the Virtual 21 North and South kickoff meetings on August 1, 2020. It will be
on either a Go to Meeting site, or Zoom. I will send out special emails invitations when the
decision is made for the platform we will be using. You will meet and greet new friends, and
renew friendships with Lions from other clubs.
Retention – New clubs are important this year, with the goal of adding 200 more clubs to
Lionism. Even more important is retaining our current Lions. We are going to lose some
Lions at the club level, why? Are they unhappy? Afraid of crowds? Did we not keep them
busy? Reach out to these Lions, find out why they want to leave. A phone call goes a long
way in retaining them. Let them know how much you appreciate them and how much the
club will miss them.
Membership – A friend of mind recently told me that joining the Lions was a thing of beauty,
truth, and meaning in his life. He also stated it was his duty to serve. It makes him feel
worthwhile. No matter how you view being a Lion, it gives you direction and motivation in
your life. We do feel much better about ourselves. When you “just ask” a friend to join, you
are doing them a giant favor. You are adding meaning to their lives.
Our direction this year –All of our Pillars are important, including childhood cancer,
diabetes, and vision. We will also focus on hunger, membership, and LCIF. What is more
important than feeding the hungry? No one really knows how many citizens go to bed
hungry. Support your clubs’ food drives and your local food bank. They each publish a list
of needed items. Visit a food bank on distribution day and just observe how busy they are.
It will sadden your heart.
LCIF – Fred Gameson, Marie Cunning, and Rosemarie Gabriel are tasked in 2020/2021 with
meeting very large contribution goals. They will visit your clubs, appealing for support. Help
them succeed. LCIF is our foundation. It is one of the main reasons we exist. Talk to your
board members regarding club contributions. We also need to contribute as individual Lions
– whatever you can afford to give. Dig deep.
In closing this month, I ask you to turn energy into action. Do something for your club and
the “Arizona Lions”.
Let me know what I can do for you!
Chuck Matthews, District Governor 21 North
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Lion Prints is a monthly newsletter of the Prescott Noon Lions Club
District 21C, Arizona P.O. Box 2215, Prescott, AZ 86302-2215
www.prescottnoonlions.org
Editor: Lion Ken Gantz, Paul Bauman & Doug Ruckel
All photographs are by Ken Gantz & Paul Bauman unless noted otherwise.
The last issue of Lion Prints posed the question of who is the Lion
Lion in this 1993 parade?
Three members answered correctly by arriving at the answer in
different ways. Lion Bill Parker knew by memory that Lion Norm
Humphrey was the Lion mascot in several events.
Lion Mike First approached the problem in an analytical way. First,
he narrowed the possibilities to three members. Then one by one he
came to the correct answer of Norm Humphrey.
Lion Erin Raisley recalled a story about his father-in-law. His
recollection was that Norm’s wife, Pat, told him to let the younger
members volunteer for this job. Norm’s reply was that he was one of
the younger members. Erin wanted me to verify this story with Norm.
He responded that this was actually regarding work recycling papers.
This is still a good story and could just as well apply to this situation.
Who’s the Lion Lion?
During our meeting at Goldwater Lake Park,
Lion Paul Bauman presented the new
Prescott Noon Lions Club pamphlet. This was
the culmination of one goal of the marketing
committee chaired by Lion Doug George. This
involved numerous meetings, discussions and
refinements.
Paul’s excellent design work is reflected in the logo,
layout and overall design. Please take the time to
check out this fine work about our club. The pamphlet
has been placed at the Chamber of Commerce office
as well as several businesses. This is a first step of
informing individuals, many of whom are probably visitors
or new residents, about our club. The second important
step is contact with a Prescott Noon Lion.
New Flyer Design of our Club
There have been all types of masks
worn by our members. Is that person
smiling or frowning? Figuring out who
is behind a mask can be challenging
until you hear them speak.
And then there is this Lion who used
some creative talents to express himself.
I’m not sure if Lion Paul Bauman is actually
smiling behind this mask, but it surely brought
a smile to my face.
By the way, a revised photo roster of mask-
wearing Lions will not be issued!