February 2026 Meeting Minutes

Lodge Executive Committee (LEC) Meeting Minutes
February 19, 2026, 7:00 p.m.
Heart of America Council Service Center

1. Call to Order
   • The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by the Lodge Chief, Jedi.  Just before the meeting he hosted a Trivia Night to boost attendance and excitement.  The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and the OA Obligation.  There were 62 member in attendance. 
     
2. Old Business
   • Approval of January LEC Minutes
     • The Lodge Secretary, Jacqueline, presented the minutes from last month.
     • Joshua made a motion to approve the minutes.
     • Adrian seconded the motion.
     • Minutes were approved by general consent in a voice vote.
       
3. Safety Moment – Troy Johnson, Lodge Adviser
   • Spoke about the need to complete new peer-to-peer training from National.
4. New Business
   • Lodge Chief – Jedi
     • Spoke about what LEC is and some common acronyms you might hear at OA events.
     • THRIVE: Explained the purpose of THRIVE and why the lodge participates.
       
   • Vice Chief of Program – Joshua
     • LLD Recap: Reported 63 Arrowmen in attendance.  Highlighted the strong training sessions delivered by the Lodge Officers.  Noted (with pride) that his presentation was the most “artistic.”
     • Identified the current Program Committee Chairmen
       1. Chaplain: Mason K
       2. Fall Fellowship: Aiden M
       3. OA High Adventure: Channing R
       4. Section Conclave: Neveah L
       5. Naish 100 Year Anniversary: Ethan K
       6. Winter Banquet: Avail W
       7. NOAC: Evelyn T
       8. OA Mini Camp: Madeline H
       9. Ordeal Rally: Betsy T
          
   • Vice Chief of Chapters – Adrian
     • CCC Report:  Council of Chapter Chiefs met; included a snack break.  Adrian reminded everyone of the CCC “homework” assigned.
     • Elections Chairman Report:  Daniel noted that a new election script is in development; progress ongoing.
     • Area & Chapter Reports
       1. Iron Horse – Hayden P & Graden M:  First chapter newsletter released.  A new social media account created—encouraged everyone to follow.
       2. Soaring Eagle – Ethan H:  Promoting attendance at NLS.
       3. Kaw – Samantha M:  Chapter outing planned to Union Station to see the Titanic exhibit.
       4. North Star – Daniel B:  OAUR training being organized.
       5. Lone Bear – Mathew T & Jaron H:  Working on a solution for members unable to attend chapter meetings.
       6. Blue Elk – Michael Y:  Planning Top Gold, BBQs, and additional fun events for 2026.
          
   • Vice Chief of Communications – Jacqueline
     • Lodge Social Media:  Chapters should create accounts if they don’t have them.  Active chapter accounts should follow lodge pages.
     • Event Post Google Form:  “Who/What/Where” form available for submitting content for lodge socials.
     • Communication Reminder:  Spread information digitally and verbally.
     • Historian – Michael Y:  Encouraged everyone to read the newsletter – clicks matter.
       
   • Vice Chief of Inductions – Luka
     • Committee Status: Reviewed progress and needs.
     • Connections: Encouraged officers to build and use relationships across committees.
     • Spring Brotherhood Day: Registration closes this weekend.
     • Ceremonies – Graden M:  C‑Team meets most Sundays; new members welcome.
       
   • Vice Chief of Administration – Jackson
     • Membership – Chloe C: Requested all attendees sign in for LEC.
       
   • Vice Chief of Finance – Alex
     • Introduced Budget Report: Not available. 
     • Budget Readability: Creating a form to learn how members prefer budget information presented.
     • Reimbursement Process: Transitioning to a Google Form to replace paper forms.
5. Open Floor Discussion
   • Vigil Recognition – Avail W:  Ms. Stacey Yancey was recognized with her Vigil Vest, Certificate, and Card as she was unable to attend the Winter Banquet.
   • Section Business – Avail W
     • Operation Arrow:  Opportunity to attend National Jamboree at a reduced cost as part of the OA service corps.  Participants get to wear the “zesty blue” uniform.
     • Section G6 Conclave:  April 10–12, 2026 at Camp Naish.  The theme is Lord of the Rings.  Patches are in development.q
   • NYLT – Jedi H:  NYLT courses are full for this spring.  Staff positions are still open.  Any interested youth should speak with Jedi, Neveah, or Mrs. Herrera.
     
6. Adviser’s Minute(s) – Troy Johnson
   • Final adviser remarks were shared.
     
7. Closing
   • The meeting concluded with the OA Song.