LA UNION (LD) LIONS CLUB
LY 2022-2023 OFFICERS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS (BOD)
The members of the board of directors shall be club officers, Lion tamer (optional), tail twister (optional), club LCIF coordinator, program coordinator, safety officer (optional), branch president, if so designated, and all other elected directors and/or chairpersons.
In addition to those duties and powers, express and implied, set forth elsewhere in this constitution and by-laws, the board of directors shall have the following duties and powers:
(a) It shall constitute the executive board of this club and be responsible for the execution, through the club officers, of the policies approved by the club. All new business and policy of this 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.
(b) It shall authorize 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.
(c) It shall have power to modify, override or rescind the action of any officer of this club.
(d) It shall have the books, accounts and operations of this club audited annually or, in 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 this club. Any member of this club in good standing may inspect any such audit or accounting upon request at a reasonable time and place.
(e) It shall appoint, on recommendation of the finance committee, a bank or banks for the deposit of the funds of this club.(f) It shall appoint the surety for the bonding of any officer of this club.
(g) It shall not authorize, nor permit, the expenditure, for any administrative purpose, of the net income of projects or activities of this club by which funds are raised from the public.
(h) 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.
It shall maintain 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 shall be established to record activity or public funds raised by asking support from the public. Disbursement from such funds shall be in strict compliance with Section (g) of this article.
PRESIDENT
WINDY P. VAZQUEZ
The responsibilities of the President shall be as follows:
(a) Serve as chief executive officer for this club.
(b) Preside at all meetings of the board of directors of this club.
(c) Chair the Club Global Action Team and ensure the following:
(1) Ensure the election of qualified Lion leaders for the position of club service chairperson, club membership chairperson and club vice president, who will serve as the leadership chairperson.
(2) Ensure regular meetings to discuss and advance initiatives established by the Global Action Team.
(3) Collaborate with the district Global Action Team and other club presidents to further initiatives focused on expanding humanitarian service, leadership development and membership growth.
(d) In collaboration with the club officers and committee chairpersons, implement a plan for membership growth, community engagement, operational improvement and the fulfillment of humanitarian services as presented and approved by the club’s board of directors.
(e) Issue the call for regular meetings and special meetings of the board of directors of this club.
(f) Appoint standing and special committees and cooperate with chairpersons to effect regular functioning and reporting of such committees.
(g) See that regular elections are duly called, noticed and held.
(h) Ensure the club is operating in accordance with local laws.
(i) Ensure proper administration of club operations by ensuring that all club officers and members adhere to the club’s Constitution and By-Laws and the International Constitution and By-Laws.
(j) Encourage diplomacy and solve disputes in a fair and transparent fashion utilizing the Dispute Resolution Procedure if needed.
(k) Be an active member of the district governor’s advisory committee of the zone in which this club is located.
(l) Serve as a mentor to vice presidents to ensure the continuance of effective leadership.
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
MERCIDITA M. HOFFRICHTER
The Immediate Past President and the other past presidents shall serve as mentors to the club president and vice presidents and serve as th club LCIF coordinator unless another Lion is appointed to this position.
1ST VICE PRESIDENT
MILAGROS O. MAGUMCIA
The responsibilities for 1st Vice President shall be as follows:
(a) Conduct an annual club quality assessment and collaborate with the club officers, specifically members of the club’s Global Action Team and other committee chairpersons during his/her term as first vice president to develop a plan for membership growth, community engagement, and the fulfillment of humanitarian services to be presented and approved by the board of directors during his/her term as president.
(b) Serve as a key member of the club’s Global Action Team as the club Leadership Chairperson and along with other members of the leadership committee:
(1) Ensure that new members are provided with an effective orientation so new members understand how the club operates within its district, multiple district and Lions Clubs International, with the support of the Club Membership Chairperson.
(2) Ensure current and/or incoming club officers attend training, offered by the district and/or via the Lions Learning Center (LLC)
(3) Communicate to the District Global Leadership Coordinator the need for training, the names of potential new leaders and the leadership development activities that club members attend.
(4) Identify potential leaders and encourage their development as future leaders.
(5) Encourage members to participate in leadership training offered by the district, multiple district and Lions Clubs International.
(c) Take a key role in membership retention and ensure organizational excellence by measuring member satisfaction and utilizing feedback to improve club operations.
(d) Understand the club’s role in district activities and events.
(e) Network with the officers of other clubs to gain ideas that may be applied to the club.
(f) Gain in-depth knowledge of district, multiple district initiatives that support leadership development, membership growth and the expansion of humanitarian service.
(g) Be an active member of the district governor’s advisory committee of the zone in which this club is located.
(h) If the president is unable to perform the duties of his/her office for any reason, the vice president next in rank shall occupy his/her position and perform his/her duties with the same authority as the president.
(i) Oversee the functioning of such committees of this club as the president shall designate.
2nd VICE PRESIDENT
FENALYN G. RIMANDO
If the president and 1st Vice President are unable to perform the duties of her office for any reason, the 2nd Vice President next in rank shall occupy her position and perform her duties with the same authority as the 1st Vice president. Each vice president shall, under the direction of the president, oversee the functioning of such committees of the club as the president shall designate.
3rd VICE PRESIDENT
SALVACION B. ESTONILO
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 her position and perform 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 shall designate.
SECRETARY
SOPHIYA CAMILLE T. CHAN
The Secretary is under the supervision and direction of the president and the board of directors, and shall act as the liaison officer between the club and the district (single or sub and multiple) in which the club is located, and the association. The responsibilities of the secretary shall be as follows;:
(a) Submit regular monthly and other reports to the international office of the association containing such information as may be called for by the board of directors of this association.
(b) Submit to the district governor’s cabinet such reports as it may require.
(c) Be an active member of the district governor’s advisory committee of the zone in which the club is located.
(d) Have custody and keep and maintain general records of this club, including records of minutes of club and board meetings; attendance; committee appointments; elections; member information, addresses and telephone numbers of members; members club accounts.
(e) Give bond for the faithful discharge of his/her office in such sum and with such surety as determined by the board of directors.
(f) Deliver, in a timely manner, at the conclusion of his/her term in office, the general records of the club to his/her successor in office.
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
CHRISTINE JAVIER
The Assistant Secretary will assist the Secretary in her duties. If the Secretary is unable to perform her duties for any reason, the Assistant Secretary shall occupy her position and perform her duties with the same authority as the Secretary.
TREASURER
REMEDIOS R. VILLA
The Treasurer shall
(a) Receive all monies, from the secretary and otherwise, and deposit the same in a bank or banks recommended by the finance committee and approved by the board of directors.
(b) Arrange for issuance, in cooperation with the secretary, quarterly or semi-annual statements to each member for dues and other financial obligations owed to this club and report payments to the Board of Directors.
(c) Pay out monies in payment of club obligations only on authority given by the board of directors.
(d) Have custody and keep and maintain general records of club receipts and disbursements.
(e) Prepare and submit monthly and semi-annual financial reports to the board of directors of this club.
(f) Give bond for the faithful discharge of his/her office in such sum and with such surety as determined by the board of directors.
(g) Deliver, in a timely manner, at the conclusion of his/her term in office, the financial accounts, funds and records of the club to his/her successor in office.
(h) Serves as chairperson for the finance committee
ASSISTANT TREASURER
RUBY ANN P. MONZON
The Assistant Treasurer shall assist the Treasurer in her duties. If the Treasurer is unable to perform her duties for any reason, the Assistant Treasurer shall occupy her position and perform her duties with the authorit as the Treasurer
AUDITOR
LILIBETH R. NEBRES
The Auditor conducts an audit of the club’s financial records presented by he treasurer or assistant treasurer on a monthly, semi-annual and annual basis. There are two (2) funds to be audited, namely: (1) Administrative Funds (2) Activities funds.
ASSISTANT AUDITOR
EMILY P. DELOVINO
The Assistant Auditor shall Auditot in her duties. If the Auditor is unable to perform her duties for any reason, the Assistant Auditor shall occupy her position and perform her duties with the authority as the Auditor.
PUBLIC RELATION OFFICER (PRO)
EVANGELINE C. KABEL
The Public Relation Officer shall maintain the good relationship with the community and with the other lions clubs .He/she shall also highlights the clubs activities through media .
TAIL TWISTER
JONALYN B. ARMITOS
He/she shall promote harmony, good fellowship, life and enthusiasm in the meetings through appropriate stunts and 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 this club, and no member shall be fined more than twice at any one meeting. The tail twister (optional) may not be fined except by the unanimous vote of all members present. All monies collected by the tail twister (optional) shall be immediately turned over to the treasurer and a receipt be given.
LION TAMER
MARIBETH A. ALLEN
The Lion tamer shall have charge of and be responsible for the property and paraphernalia of the club, including flags, banners, gong, gavel. He/she shall
put each in its proper place before each meeting and return the same to the proper storage area after each meeting. He/she shall act as sergeant-at-arms at meetings, see that those present are properly seated, and distribute bulletins, favors and literature as required at club and board meetings. He/she shall give special attention to assure that each new member sits with a different group at each meeting so that he/she can become better acquainted.
2-YRS DIRECTORS
AMOR R. AGUINALDO
LEONORA Z. CATUNGAL
CARMELITA S. ROTHMANN
LUZ C. SUAREZ
LILY C. TAM
1-YR DIRECTORS
QUENNIE T. HAO
JOVITA Y. LOPEZ
JENIFER R. MANDAC
JUDY MICHAELE SO
ROSEMARIE . VILUAN
GLOBAL ACTION TEAM (GAT)
GLOBAL ACTION TEAM. Chaired by the club president and includes the club first vice president (serving as the leadership chairperson), the club membership chairperson and the club service chairperson. With the support of the board of directors, develops and initiates a coordinated plan to expand humanitarian service, achieve membership growth, and develop future leaders. Meets regularly with club members to discuss the progress of the plan and initiatives that may support the plan. Collaborates with members of the district Global Action Team to learn about initiatives and best practices. Shares activities, achievements and challenges with members of the Global Action Team. Attends the District Governor Advisory Committee meeting and other zone, region, district or multiple district meetings that feature service, membership or leadership initiatives to exchange ideas and gain knowledge that may be applied to club practices.
GAT CHAIRPERSON
President WINDY P. VAZQUEZ
LEADERSHIP CHAIRPERSON
1ST VP MILAGROS O. MAGUMCIA
MEMBERSHIP CHAIRPERSON
PP SYLVIA C. CATAPIA
The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:
(a) Serve as a key member of the club’s Global Action Team as the club Membership Chairperson.
(b) Collaborate with the District Global Action Team on membership initiatives, and participate in relevant district, region and zone meetings and events.
(c) Develop and lead a membership committee to help implement action plans to achieve the club’s membership goals and to positively increase the member experience.
(d) Encourage all members to participate in membership growth by inviting prospective members to the club. Follow up with prospective members promptly.
(e) Promote a harmonious club atmosphere by listening to and addressing, with the support of the club board of directors, concerns that prevent a positive member experience. This may include a survey or other opportunities for feedback.
(f) Engage new members in activities that are of interest to the member.
(g) Collaborate with the club service chairperson as well as other club committees to promote membership opportunities.
(h) Understand the different membership types and programs offered and promote membership programs to club members.
(i) Ensure that new members are provided with an effective orientation so new members understand how the club operates within its district, multiple district and Lions Clubs International, with the support of the Club First Vice President/Club Leadership Chairperson.
(j) Attend the district governor’s advisory committee meeting of the zone in which this club is located when appropriate.
SERVICE CHAIRPERSON
PP ANNE MAUREEN TAN
The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:
(a) Serve as a key member of the club’s Global Action Team as the club Service Chairperson.
(b) Collaborate with the District Global Service Coordinator, Club LCIF Coordinator, district leaders, members of the club’s service committee and others to develop and communicate annual service goals and action plans. Goals and action plans should address current community needs and / or LCI’s global causes, and can be comprised of advocacy and fundraising in addition to direct service to beneficiaries.
(c) Lead the service committee to implement the club’s service action plans in order to achieve the club’s service goals.
(d) Incorporate opportunities for local youth and Leos to engage in all aspects of service activities, including goal setting, implementation, project evaluation and reporting.
(e) Report service activities to Lions Clubs International.
(f) Serve as a club resource on current community needs by monitoring the service activities of other service clubs, developing community partnerships to expand service, and utilizing tools and resources offered by Lions Clubs International and Lions Clubs International Foundation.
(g) Increase member satisfaction by encouraging participation and engagement in service projects.
(h) Collaborate with the club membership chairperson and other club committees to promote membership opportunities to non-Lions during service projects.
(i) Attend the district governor’s advisory committee meeting of the zone in which this club is located when appropriate.
LCIF COORDINATOR
IPP MERCIDITA M. HOFFRICHTER
He/she communicates the mission and success of LCIF and its importance to Lions Clubs International, implements LCIF development strategies within the club and collaborates with LCIF district coordinator to promote LCIF in the local area to ensure alignment with district goals. This position also collaborates with the club service chairperson and the Global Action Team to support club initiatives.
MARKETING COMMUNICATION CHAIRPERSON
PP MARIA LEONORA G. DACUMOS
The responsibilities for this position shall be as follows:
(a) Develop and implement an annual marketing plan in collaboration with the club membership chair. The plan should consider internal and external audiences, including club members, social media news media, supporters/sponsors and potential new members.
(b) Collaborate directly with the Global Action Team to stay connected to all membership, leadership, and service programs, projects, and events.
(c) Understand global brand guidelines and support proper use of brand materials in club events and service projects.
(d) Promote the work of the club on social media. Develop a social media post calendar to follow club service, community involvement, and membership activities.
(e) Work closely with the club membership chairperson to target and reach out to new potential club members.
(f) Develop club marketing and public relations talking points for club members. Use word of mouth marketing tactics to promote the club and recruit new members.
(g) Working with club leadership, submit marketing award application for consideration for the Lions International Marketing Award.
(h) Motivate members to be brand ambassadors. Encourage members to take photos, share on social media, wear brand apparel, and share Lions messages during community involvement opportunities.
(i) Publicize club activities, including service projects, fundraisers, donations, Lions Clubs International sponsored contests and other newsworthy accomplishments both internally and externally via the news media, social media, and other effective means.
(j) Assist the club president in communicating information from the district, multiple district and international headquarters with the club members.
(k) Attend the district governor’s advisory committee meeting of the zone in which this club is located when appropriate.
(l) Participate in meetings held by the district marketing chairperson.
PAST PRESIDENTS
| Charter President | ANITA SY |
| 1993-1995 | JEANNY S. HAO |
| 1995-1996 | MERGINE WERNER |
| 1996-1997 | FE CAYAO |
| 1997-1998 | AURORA DY |
| 1998-1999 | ADELAIDA RILLORAZA |
| 1999-2000 | CORAZON LIM |
| 2000-2001 | CECILIA ESPANOL |
| 2001-2002 | EVANGELINE CASTRO |
| 2002-2003 | VIVIEN VILLA GO |
| 2003-2004 | JONI D. BADONG |
| 2004-2005 | JUDY MICHEALE K. SO |
| 2005-2006 | EILEEN L. CHAN |
| 2006-2007 | TRINIDAD M. DE GUZMAN |
| 2007-2008 | TERESITA M. CABILADAS |
| 2008-2009 | MARILYN A. VALDEZ |
| 2009-2010 | MARIA LEONORA G. DACUMOS |
| 2010-2011 | ANNE MAUREEN T. TAN |
| 2011-2012 | VIVIEN VILLA S. GO |
| 2012-2013 | ZOSIMA L. PANG-OT |
| 2013-2014 | GRACIA C. RAMOS |
| 2014-2015 | JULIET C. ZAMORANOS |
| 2015-2017 | ANABEL B. ABAT |
| 2017-2018 | JEANNY S. HAO |
| 2018-2019 | SYLVIA C. CATAPIA |
| 2019-2021 | PAULINA M. LAFRANKIE |
| 2021-2022 | MERCIDITA M. HOFFRICHTER |
