MD 22 Lions Vision Research Foundation, Inc.

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Lions Vision Research Foundation, Inc.
Minutes of the Board of Trustees Meeting
March 17, 2007
 
Chairperson PDG Ted Reiver called the meeting to order at 9:35 a.m. and welcomed everyone.   CHMPDG Ted led us in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.  PDG John Shwed gave the invocation.
 
CHPDG Ted Reiver                              VCMODG Bob Muchow          
Adm Asst Heather Mays                       Sec. Janet K. Brown
VDG William Stark                               VDG Dick Bloomquist
VDG Bob Jones                                    VDG Ted Ladd
IPDG Charlie Kearse                            IPDG John Lawrence
PDG Dal Mann                         PDG John J. Shwed
Lion Fred Williamson                             Lion Henry Cowell
Lion W. Roger Sauter                            Lion Robert Bullock
 Dr. Lin Wang, LVC                             Terri Meekins, Wilmer
Jeanie Owens, guest                             
 
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM:  Dr. Robert Massof was not present due to being stranded in Colorado on a skiing trip.
 
CHMPDG Ted called on Dr. Lin Wang who informed us of the update on the program of the Comprehensive Low Vision Service in China grant request is the amount of  $2,597,970.00.   He was very proud that the Chinese partner had signed to agree with this project.
 
Dr. Wang had explained this in great detail at our January 20 2007 meeting.
 
He also noted that LCIF has a good relationship with the Chinese government.
 
There was much discussion on this project.  LVRF, Inc. Board does need more clarification on what funds are actually being requested from MD22.
 
IPDG Charlie Kearse made motion, seconded by IPDG John Lawrence, that MD@@ would not be subject to any request for monetary funds at this time, however, it is noted that we will participate and endorse the “Comprehensive Low Vision Services is China” project.  We give full approval of the concept and it is a great project.  Motion carried.
 
The Council of Governors needs to give their approval.
 
It was noted that the Council of Governors need to approve a Sight First Project Committee for the duration of the grant to assist with programmatic, fiscal and follow-up responsibilities.  This committee will be composed of the IPCC, current CC and the incoming CC or one other official in accordance with the MD Constitution and By-Laws.
 
The Sight First Project committee will submit three names of the project chairman with his bio, background and experience of each one, to the LCIF office along with the grant application.  The three names to be presented by CHMPDG Ted are IPDG Charlie Kearse, PDG Ken Watson and VDG Ted Ladd.  However, VDG Ted stated that he was honored to have this opportunity and would very much like to be included, but since he is to be District Governor next year, he would have to decline.  With this, CHMPDG Ted asked PDG John Shwed and he accepted.  Upon approval, this person is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day administration of the project.  They should be appointed early on so that he is involved in the development of the proposal and therefore is familiar with all areas of the project.
 
The project chairman, grant administrator and Sight First project committee shall work together to assure the execution of the granted project.
 
CHMPDG Ted called on Terri Meekins, from the Wilmer Development Office.  Terri notified us that there will be a celebration of the completion of our 4 million goal on Saturday, May 12, 2007.  This date is also our LVRF Trustee meeting which will be held from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.  These gatherings will be held in the Turner Auditorium.  Invitations will be sent.
 
MINUTES:  Motion was made by IPDG John Lawrence, seconded by PDG Dal Mann, to approve the minutes as presented by Sec. Janet for the Jan. 20, 2007 meeting.  Motion carried.
 
FINANCIAL REPORT:  Lion Duane May, Treasures, was not in attendance.  No report.
 
COMMITTEE REPORTS
 
CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS:  PDG Bill Yoho was not present.  VDG Ted Ladd presented an amendment to MD22 LVRF, Inc. By-Laws prepared by PDG Bill Yoho.
 
Amended to read as follows:
 
BE IT RESOLVED:
By each of the five sub-districts, Multiple District 22 Lions Clubs International, Lions assembled in Dover, DE at a duly called Multiple District Convention, 14-17 May 2007/
 
That Article 11, Board of Trustees, Section 1-A. of the Constitution and By-Laws of the Multiple District 22 Lions Vision Research Foundation, Inc. be amended to read as follows:
 
“A.  The Board of Trustees shall consist of twenty-one (21) Lions members from the active clubs in Multiple District 22, three (3) members from the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute, the Immediate Past Chairman of the Board of Trustees, and the Council Chair of Multiple District 22 Council of Governors.”
 
IPDG John Lawrence made motion, seconded by VCHMPDG Bob Muchow, that the amendment, with correction of twenty (20), not twenty-one (21), be accepted and with correction, forwarded to MD Convention Constitution and By-Laws Chair, PDG Charles E. Convington, 22D, for final action by the District at the MD Convention in May.  Motion carried.
 
FINANCE:  PDG Mark Green was not present.  However, CHMPDG Ted had received an e-mail from PDG Mark on issues that need attention.
 
  1.  
    Re: Sylvia Michelsen Trust
“Upon motion made by IPDG Charles Kearse, seconded by PDG Dal Mann, that it be resolved that the Finance Committee Chair, PDG Mark E. Green, be and is hereby authorized to receive from Bank of America, N.A., on behalf of the Foundation, copies of trust documents and any other pertinent information regarding the Sylvia E. Michelsen Trust, account number 06-11-111-8430589.”   Motion carried.
 
  1.  
    Re: Designate the Council Chair as member of the Board of Trustees.
Action on this issue was done under Constitution & By-Laws as prepared by Chair PDG Bill Yoho.
 
  1.  
    Re: Secretary and Treasurer positions:
Motion by IPDG Charlie Kearse, seconded by PDG Dal Mann, to endorse resolution allowing the Board of Trustees to select a Secretary and/or Treasurer from embers of MD22 at large in the event there are no members of the Board willing to serve in these positions.  Any member elected for these positions, having not been elected to the Board of Trustees, shall not be a non-voting member.  Motion carried.
 
This was forwarded to Constitution and By-Laws Chair, PDG Bill Yoho.
 
LIONS VISION 2000:            PDG John Shwed reports that he is still awaiting  the totals of our monies.
 
FUND RAISING:    PDG Dal Mann reports that the Beef Raffle is moving slowly.  Only eight clubs and six Board members have responded.
 
GOLF TOURNAMENT:  Chm. Lion Angela Lucas sent a report by PDG John Shwed.  “Swing for Sight” golf outing will be Monday, September 17, 2007 at Hunters Oak.  It will include a continental breakfast, grilled luncheon, a one hour open bar followed by a buffet dinner and silent auction for the cost of $125.00 pp for the golfers.  Non-golfers can attend the dinner and auction for $25.00 pp.
 
Lion Angela reports she has sent out letters regarding ads available.  Lion Angela reports she has numerous auction items.  She also has sent out letters regarding ads available for the program book.
 
RECOGNITION:  Sec. Janet presented two checks from the 22D Murderkill Club, one for $1,000 for operating funds and the other $1,000 for the Endowment fund.
 
Another check was given to CHMPDG Ted for $150.00 from the Williamsport Club for Vision Days.
 
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM:    Chm. Lion Fred Williams reports that there are plans to have a presentation at the MD Convention of the Low Vision Education project with testimonials from Low vision persons.
 
PUBLIC RELATIONS:    IPDG John Lawrence informed us that is abbreviated boutique is open with only LVRF ties available.
 
NEWSLETTER:    VDG Ted Ladd notes the spring newsletter will come out April 2nd so that it is in the hands of all Lions before the convention.
 
SPEAKER’S BUREAU:    PDG Dal Mann says there is very little activity at the present.  There are 22 web sites.
 
ADVISOR’S COMMENTS:  All absent, however, Lions Bob Bullock was in touch with PID Murray last night and again this morning.  Both felt, due to the snow and ice, it was not feasible for PID Murray to attend.
 
DISTRICT GOVERNOR’S COMMENTS:  All absent – no reports.
 
VICE-DISTRICT GOVERNOR’S COMMENTS: 
A: VDG Dick Bloomquist – no report
B: VDG William Stark – glad to be here – very interesting.
C: VDG Ted Ladd – introduced his guest and church friend Jennie Owens, whom he brought to our meeting for a visit.  She was so glad she could attend.
D: VDG Robert Jones – no report
 
OLD BUSINESS:  Lion Henry Cowell reports that he has reviewed the new display board.   Lion Henry has been up-dating pictures.  Henry is in need of help and guidance for a new DVD, plus any other proposals and testimonials.
 
NEW BUSINESS:  Our next Board meeting will be Saturday, May 12, 2007, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. before our Wilmer thank you celebration.
 
PDG Dal Mann made motion, seconded by PIDG Charles Kearse that all bills are to be paid.  Motion carried.
 
ADJOURNMENT:  IPDG Charlie made motion, seconded by IPDG John Lawrence that we adjourn our meeting at 11:15 a.m..
 
Respectfully submitted,
Sec. Janet K. Brown
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
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