Protocol

In our Association, we subscribe to "protocol" to demonstrate that we are organized and that we have respect for the fundamental concepts of a discipline which we have imposed upon ourselves voluntarily. The following are guidelines to be used for conducting a formal Lions meeting in that respect:

The American Flag & Club Banner

The American Flag & Club Banner should be displayed at all meeting.

• U.S. Flag displayed to the President's right.
• Banner displayed to the President's left, or behind podium.

Club Meetings

1. Head Table seating arrangement (facing group):
   • President -- in the center, or left of podium.
   • Speaker/Honored Guest -- to the President's right.
   • Program Chairman -- to the Speaker/Honored Guest's right.
   • Cabinet/District Officers -- to the President's right.
   • Club Officers -- to the President's left.
2. Opening of meeting (start on time!):
   • Assembly sings first verse of "America".
   • Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag -- recited with dignity.
   • Invocation
   • Lions Toast
3. Introductions:
   • Guests -- by President (or club member hosting guest).
   • Principal Speaker -- by Program Chairman.

District Governor's Visitation

1. Head Table seating arrangement (facing group):
   • President -- in the center, or left of podium.
   • District Governor -- to the President's right.
   • Vice District Governor -- to the District Governor's right.
   • Region Chairman -- to the Vice District Governor's right.
   • Zone Chairman -- to the Region Chairman's right.
   • Other Dignitaries, Club Officers -- to the President's left.
2. Introduction of Guests at Head Table:
   • President introduces Zone Chairman
   • Zone Chairman introduces Region Chairman.
   • Region Chairman introduces District Governor (at which time President prompts assembly to rise & applaud).
3. Program:
   • The program will be the District Governor's message.
   • There shall be NO OTHER PROGRAM at this meeting.
   • The District Governor will meet with members of the club's Board of Directors immediately after the formal meeting for a brief discussion relative to mutual concerns.