Pledge of Allegiance: Tony Amato

Songs - Howard Woods:

The one he picked, nobody knew and everyone was off key.  Large applause at end.  Lots of fun.

Prayer - Leroy Fulton:

Prayed about education—for the returning students and teachers in our community.

Guest Introductions: Jim Young

• Joe Lins – Son Casey Patrick
• Leslie McCarthy –
• John Phelps – Humorously introduced Jim Young
• Bill Peloquin – Wife Wilma
• Leroy Fulton – Joe Watson, Hope Int’l employee who sets up our audio/visual equipment
• Dave Bates – “Glad you’re here anyway”

Special Recognition – Bill Peloquin:

Past District Governor Bill Peloquin presented Fullerton Rotarian and District Annual Giving chairman Walt Barnes with the Rotary Foundation District Service Award.  This citation is awarded periodically to individuals who have done an outstanding job for the district.  Walt’s contributions established a new benchmark in giving for not only our club but also District 5320.  Well done, Walt!

Announcements:

• Terry Grassi – September 22 is the “Spurgeon Awards” banquet, honoring Chief Pat McKinley.  Please attend.  Perhaps buy a table.
• Leroy Fulton – Fullerton Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast, Wednesday, October 11, 2006, 7:30 a.m. at the Wyndham Hotel.  Please attend.  Perhaps buy a table.
• Leroy Fulton – “Celebrate Hope” Annual Dinner on October 13, 2006 at the Disneyland Hotel.  Michael Reagan will be the keynote speaker.  A fantastic evening of celebration.  Please attend.  Buy a table.
• Kathy Blake – On her trip to Denver, Kathy’s flight was full of Kiwanis Club members.  As she was walking through the Denver Airport, she had the pleasure of meeting a fellow Rotarian who thanked her for our Ambassadorial Scholarship.  Coincidentally, the keynote speaker at the function she was attending that night, mentioned he was the recipient of the Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship many years earlier.  She is thankful and proud to be a Rotarian.
• Leslie McCarthy – Asked for help with the “Good Guys” party at The Doeblers for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fullerton September 13
• Greg Hickman – Invited everyone to come to Christian Life Center of Fullerton this Friday at 8 PM to watch “Finding Nemo” in the church parking lot.
• Don Ludwig – Reminded members who pay their dues with a company check to be sure to put their name on the check, so it can be properly credited to their account.
• Howard Wood – “Harmony Under the Stars” on Saturday, August 26, at 6 p.m. at Pearson Park in Anaheim.  Too late to buy tickets, so call Howard if interested in attending.
• Bill Peloquin – Attended a meeting on Wednesday morning for the annual Rotary International Rose Parade float.  Our float is seen internationally and is great advertising for all of the good things we do for mankind.

Recognition Master - Scott Dowds:

Birthdays/Anniversaries:

• Tony Amato – Wednesday was his birthday.  Everyone sang happy birthday.  $50 fine for not knowing what the “LIBOR” was.
• Minard Duncan – Thursday is his birthday.  He’s turning 74.  $50 fine.
• Jo Ann Brannock – Celebrating her 45^th Wedding Anniversary to Fred.  $50 fine.
• Dick Daybell – Celebrating his 45^th Wedding Anniversary to Lois.  Fined $50 for not knowing what “APR” means.
• Rick Crane – Celebrating his 23 glorious years of marriage to Jeanne. $50 fine.
• Tom Meyer/John Phelps: Fined for going on a cruise together.
• Ken Kaisch – Deeply hurt because his birthday wasn’t mentioned.

Special Reminder:

Be sure to wear your Rotary Pins next week.  If you can’t find yours, see Bob Jahncke.

Raffle:

Wolf Knabe was the winner.  Pot was $30.  Wolf answered the question incorrectly.  Consulation prize of $10 donated by Warren Wimer.

Guest Speaker – Wolfgang “The Wolfman” Knabe, Chief, Fullerton Fire Department and Fellow Rotarian

Introduced by Dick Jones.

Spoke about Disaster Readiness and Preparedness Planning and how he has been developing Fullerton’s own comprehensive plan.

Natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, tornados, wildfires, and mudslides—we  must be prepared for at all times.  We are also under a constant threat of terrorism and should have an individual and family post disaster recovery plan in place.

While there is little we can do to prevent these disasters from occurring, there is a great deal man can do to improve his chances of surviving, and that can be summed up in one word: PREPARATION!

To learn more about disaster preparedness, please visit the City of Fullerton’s website at www.ci.fullerton.ca.us.

We are thankful to have “The Wolfman” as our Fire Chief.  With his many years of experience and training, we are in good hands.