Crawfordsville Lions Club meets

The Crawfordsville Lions Club met Monday evening, September 25, 2023 at the Crawfordsville Community Room with twelve members present.

President Mindy Wilson opened the meeting leading the Pledge of Allegiance and Lion Larry Love led the group in prayer.

Lion Secretary Billie Jo Rose read the minutes of the September 12 meeting and they were approved as read. Treasurer Finke gave his report.

Old Business: None

New Business: It was mentioned that the club would be getting a new member as well as the agreement with Alice Hochstetler about serving next year's dinners. Also, members should be thinking about the Christmas Drawing in December and also check to be sure the town lights are working. The Club was reminded that Lion Swailes will no longer be in charge of the Pancake Supper in February, so someone is needed to step up and fill that position. Lion Love called everyone's attention to an article in this month's Iowa Lions' magazine about "recycling socks" as a project.

As there was no further business, the meeting adjourned. The next meeting is a dinner meeting on October 9, 2023.

Refreshments were served by Lion Massey.

Tail Twister Finke entertained with trivia on various topics.

CHAPTER L T.T.T.

Chapter L of the National T.T.T. Society met on Monday, September 25, 2023 at 7 p.m. at the Olds United Church of Christ. The meeting opened with the singing of the Sword of Gold.

Nine members answered roll call with "How many grandchildren or nieces and nephews do you have?"

Nancy McGohan read the minutes of the July 24, 2023 meeting and they stand approved as read.

Correspondence:

President Shelman reviewed the Tidings and briefly discussed a few of the articles: Milestone dates in our area--as well as those now in our memories, those running for national offices & shared their photos, and our tax exempt status (with discussion following). The reading of a letter from our Natural President in regards to the staff change at DMS (the group's accounting firm). One from Molly Eklund thanking the group for the donation to the Prospect Fund and lastly from the Iowa State Treasurer for the donation to the State Chapter. Correspondence from the Washington chapter was shared.

The Treasurer's Report was given by Missy Fear and dues were collected.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Audit: Karolyn Crawford and Marlys Fear will set a time to audit the books

Camp and Charity: Nothing

Camp Girls' Gifts: Pat Miller had sent two cards in August and one in September.

Ways and Means: Karolyn Crawford reminded everyone of the upcoming event on November 16 at Addington Place, as well as a recap of the Pizza Hut fundraiser that took place in September.

Unfinished Business: Details were discussed regarding the upcoming "Game Night" in November. The time will be moved up to 6:30 p.m. and Marlys Fear will be in charge of the game. President Shelman and Nancy McGohan will be delegates to the National Convention (October 21.) Proposed Bylaws for the upcoming convention were discussed. A bouquet was delivered to Louise Unkrich on her birthday.

New Business: Missy Fear presented the upcoming budget. Betty Molander made a motion to approve it as presented and the motion was seconded by Nancy McGohan and was passed. The current officers agreed to remain in office for the upcoming year.

Bills For payment: Pat Miller submitted a bill for the purchase of cards. A motion was made by Pat King and seconded by Marlys Fear to allow the bill and the motion passed.

Proposal of Names for Membership: None.

Adjournment:

President Shelman thanked those who attended. The next meeting will be Monday, October 23 at 7 p.m. at the Olds U.C.C. President Shelman will be hostess. The meeting adjourned with the Closing Creed.

Following the meeting, an ice cream dessert was provided by Joan Rodgers and coffee by Marlys Fear.

FALL CLEANUP--CRAWFORDSVILLE

Monday, October 16, 2023

Please have items out by 7 a.m.

Household debris should be bagged---100 lb. limit; Wood needs to be bundled; Paint cans need to be emptied and dried out!!

ITEMS THAT WILL NOT BE PICKED UP

Oil, Burn Barrels, Yard Waste, Any Hazardous Waste, Concrete, Brick, Plaster and Tires.

Appliances will be picked up for a $15 fee. Stickers may be bought from the City Clerk. Any questions, you may call 319-461-5533.