Members Present (34): Board, Brown, Charlton, Cox, Coyle, Davidson, Dobbins, Earp, Fite, Hertling, Hunter, Keesee, Knowles, Lauer, Lewit, Lilly, Lucas, Mason, Miles, T. Morris, Painter, Parrish, Perry, Scaggs, Simmons, Sutphin, Taylor, Vanhoozier, Vissani, Wade, Williamson, Wilson, Winters, Wren, Yearout

Guests (1): Emily Winters

Community Service Hours:

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Call to Order

President Perry called the meeting to order. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a blessing led by Charlton

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Approval of Previous Minutes

The minutes of the July 23, 2026, meeting were submitted for approval. 

• Motion: Charlton

• Second: Parrish
• The motion passed unanimously.

• Program- No program tonight

• Committee Reports and Floor Comments

• New 16X24 Stage: President Perry stated a portion of the stage was set up for practice.  With no instructions it was frustrating, but they got it done.  Need to establish a core team of approximately 6-8 people to set up the entire stage.  Logistics were discussed for assembly and KWTF.
• Big Walker Mountain: President Perry took names of all members planning to attend the annual event on Monday.   Plan is to meet at 4:30 at Rt 8 Park & Ride.  Be sure to take a jacket in case it is cold up there.
• KWTF: Wade asked everyone to pick up event flyers and posters to distribute around town.
• MMAH: Wade announced Heritage Day is 8/15 and we need to help at 8:30 in the morning for setup and again at 5:00 for take down.  Also, please turn in any membership applications.
• Recruiting:  President Perry discussed the need to bring in younger members and devolution of leadership. Several ideas were discussed for future thought and discussion.
• Eagle Scout Project: Simmons announced the project at the park is going well and looking good.
• Upcoming Speakers and Events (Please share suggested guest speakers with Bruce Board for scheduling.)
• August 6 – Henry and Lisa Bass
• August 13 – Peter Hayes of Senior Care Relations

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Meeting Location Changes (2026)

Meetings moved from the Holiday Inn to Kiwanis Park on the following dates:

• August 27, September 17, October 15

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Canceled Meetings Due to Holidays

• November 26
• December 24
• December 31

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Additional Comments

Members are reminded to check the weekly attendance roster and record any community service hours completed.

BOARD MEETING

Attendees (Bold=attended-need 7 minimum): Board, Cox, Davidson, Dobbins, Keenan, Lauer, Miles, Painter, Parrish, Perry, Simmons, Thompson                                                                                                              

• Monthly Financial Report: Cox submitted June Financial Statements for approval. Special emphasis was given to the Endowment Fund, as we received a donation of $5,000 for the fund.  There may be tax advantages for individuals donating to the Endowment Fund. Recommend you talk to your tax expert or financial planner about making a qualified distribution from your RMD. 

• Motion: Parrish
• Second: Keenan

The motion passed unanimously.

• Agency on Aging: Painter asked if it is still appropriate for us to keep Agency on Aging as a budgeted item since we are more about kids. Discussion followed. No changes were recommended.
• New Stage: Discussion on assembly and control of the various piece-parts.  The stairs will remain assembled. Plan is to meet again for some group work on assembly.  Need to establish a Stage Team Committee as part of the KWTF committee. Should plan to have a meeting at the park to practice assembly.
• Greg Boyer: Cox announced Boyer tendered his resignation two months ago with dues paid in full. We already have his 25-year certificate, and we plan to present it to him.
• Recognitions: Cox announced the names of those receiving certificates of 25–50-year membership.  Need to establish a date for presentation soon.

Meeting was adjourned at 8:05pm with no further discussion.

Submitted by:
Bob Lewit
Assistant Secretary