WILLIAM P. KELLY
Rumford, RI
1st VICE DISTRICT GOVERNOR

To continue to meet our motto, “We Serve”, Lions District 42 needs to continue to grow. Some of our clubs are facing declining membership levels. We need to band together to find new members for ailing clubs and we need new clubs in areas that have needs but no Lions.
 This is our task for 2011-12 and beyond. We have increased from 30 to 34 clubs over the past two years. We must continue these rewarding efforts.
 Help us accomplish these objectives. Join us for Global Membership Training to learn how to recruit. Take the training to become a Guiding Lion. Then get involved with the District’s recruiting and Guiding Lion efforts.
 With more members, we will be able to say that “We Serve” more communities every day. 

ROSA BRANCO
Cumberland, RI
2nd VICE DISTRICT GOVERNOR

The message from International President Tam is “Believe”. Believe that one person can make a difference. A simple way to express what each individual Lion needs to remember: that even just one person who is willing to see, to listen and to care can change the circumstances of another’s life at a time when it is most needed.
It has been said “You cannot kindle a fire in another heart until it is burning in your own.” As we continue in our quest to grow, and most especially to retain, our membership numbers in District 42, we must be willing to stoke, or maybe even rekindle, the embers in our own hearts.
Our goal this year is to show our genuine commitment through visible service projects that reflect our passion for Lionism. We must all actively support the efforts of DG Francine and Team, continue to “Believe” in ourselves and work together as we show our communities what it means when “We Serve”.
 

CABINET SECRETARY
Dot Cardon

Dawn Cabral-Quimby
Tiverton, RI
IMMEDIATE PAST DISTRICT GOVERNOR
I wish DG Francine and her leadership team the best of luck in 2011-2012.  This year’s theme is: “I Believe”.  I believe that we can make a difference in many more lives in the coming year through our service efforts and our fundraisers.
As Lions, we should look for new and improved ways to help those in need.  Partner with other organizations where possible.  Be open-minded about new ideas, especially if they are new “old” ideas.
“I believe” is an expression of hope.  Hope for our communities, our clubs, our District.  We as Lions should convey that hope always, adopt a believing spirit and show contagious enthusiasm about being a Lion.

CABINET TREASURER
Robert P. Andrade, Pawtucket

My pledge as the District’s Cabinet Treasurer is to continue the tradition of prompt, accurate record keeping for the district. I will keep the financial records in order and report such information to the district as required. I will asses the dues and expenses in relation to the approved budget, as set by the district governor. I look forward to working with my fellow cabinet members and all Lions in the state to continue the recent progress in advancing Lionism in all of our communities.