2025 Annual Council Meeting

DBE in Kansas held their 2025 Annual Council Meeting (ACM) on March 15, 2025, at Johnny Cascone’s Restaurant in Overland Park. This annual gathering brought together members from 6 chapters to discuss organizational matters and recognize achievements. Johnny Cascone's Restaurant provided lunch.

The meeting began with opening ceremonies, including reciting the DBE motto, the Anglo-American Hymn, and the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed in memory of our deceased members. Mary Hawks, Former National Recording Secretary, led a heartfelt toast to the King, while Dana Gillis, Co-District Organizer, offered a toast to the office of the President. The Recording Secretary then conducted a roll call, recognizing each chapter in attendance. Current Board members were introduced. Messages of greeting were read aloud by the Corresponding Secretary. A letter from the National President was shared with attendees, reinforcing the organization's mission and goals. Following these formalities, the meeting proceeded with Committee and Officer reports. Elections were also held for state delegates and alternates to the National Council Meeting.

The State President, Lynette Chastain, offered reflections on the past year’s accomplishments and future objectives. This was followed by individual reports from each Chapter’s Recording Secretary, providing updates on activities. The Home Board Director, Karen Garrison, also delivered her annual report.

A highlight of the meeting was the presentation of Years of Service pins to recognize members for their outstanding dedication and contributions. Raffle baskets were awarded to members whose names were drawn! Each chapter did a wonderful job on baskets this year and members were excited to win them.

ACM Attendees

Toasts, Reports and Years of Service Pins

Raffle Basket Winners

2024 Annual Council Meeting

DBE Kansas held its Annual Council Meeting (ACM) on March 16. The business meeting featured years of service pins being given to Lynette Chastain LNA and Danielle Janning SH for 5 years of service (Danielle was not present) and Lynne Chase BoH and Jessica Bond LNA for 10 years of service. Outgoing officers were thanked and new officers were asked to fulfill their duties. Also, votes were taken for the proposed amendments to the Bylaws and Standing Rule, as well as, state delegates and alternates to the NCM. Lunch was served by Johnny Cascone's restaurant.

We also bid farewell to State Board President Jackie Megee and welcomed our new State Board President, Lynette Chastain at the meeting. Jackie provided DBE Kansas with outstanding service during her time as President including navigating the State Board through Covid. Everyone in attendance showed Jackie gratitude as she stepped down and welcomed Lynette in her new role.

Several raffle baskets were also given out to winners whose names were drawn! Each basket was unique and held plenty of goodies! The winners were thrilled to be chosen to take them home.