President Bill Schenk called the meeting to order early – at 12:15 p.m. -- anticipating a busy meeting
Schenk reflected on the importance of this date in his life as it marked the anniversary of his joining the Army. Following a reflection on his service and the pride it brought him, he led Rotarians in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Ken Kaisch was invited to share his thought for the day. Ken shared with the club his recent medical emergency involving his father that made him more grateful for all we have and the precious gifts we give each other through fellowship in Rotary.
Kim Barlow led the membership in a rendition of Battle Hymn of the Republic followed by SMILE!
Introduction of visitors and guests were introduced by Rotoscribe Theresa Harvey including:
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o Jay Lieberman, Assistant Governor visiting from Anaheim Hills
o Nancy Stock, wife of Ron Stock
o Doug Young, son of Jim Young
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President Schenk announced that the Angel’s game was last week was a big success with a good timefor all – especially Lynette Geiss who caught a foul ball.
Three new members were inducted into the Rotary Club of Fullerton including:
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Sean Chaffins
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David Hoeltzer
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o Sean Chaffins, community banking – Banc of California - sponsored by Theresa Harvey
o David Hoeltzer, computer consultant – Celerity Systems - sponsored by Tony Fabelo
o Rani Goyal, Fullerton High School Principal, sponsored by George Giokaris.
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New members were introduced by their sponsor and received a round welcome from the club along with their welcome materials recognizing their membership.
Announcements:
Bill Schenk announced that a Celebration of life for Bill Goetsch’s wife, Berta, will be held at Brea Congregational Church of Christ (300 E. Imperial Highway, Brea) on Saturday, August 23, at 11 a.m.
Rich Crane announced that he will be ordering baseball caps for sale with the Rotary International Logo. See Rick to order
Terri Grassi announced a Club Fellowship event at Los Alamitos Race Track – October 25 – 48 - $50 fee includes admission, program and diner.
Theresa Harvey thanked Rotary Club of Fullerton for their generous sponsorship of Fullerton Community Band. The final concert of the summer season is Saturday, August 2, 6 p.m. at Fullerton College in the quad. Bring your chairs, blankets and picnic lunch and join follow Rotarians for a FREE Concert.
Bob Radde reminded members that the program committee invited for breakfast at Coco’s at Harbor and Berkeley, on Tuesday (8/5) at 7:30 a.m.
Bob Muschek announced that invoices will go out next week. Watch for them in the mail.
Bill Schenk announced that the raffle potential is up to $219 if you draw the correct chip – Ron Stock drew a red chip. Consolation prize the “Question” Bottle of tequila was received by Ron.
Fine master – Joyce Capelle is back! Returning from a long absence first fined herself for many absences and let us know that we’ll be seeing her more in the future.
As past president, Joyce verified that in the past, presidents of the club are always fined heavily during their year in office. Not to let tradition die, Joyce fined Bill Schenk $5
The list of honorees for this week was short:
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o Bill Heaton was honored for his anniversary on July 31 – married for nine years, $5 fine
o Bob Jahncke, who recently had tax payers supply him with a new shoulder, will receive so no discount on his fines. Beth and Bob have been married for 53 years, fine $5.
o Tony Fabello was not included on the list of members with a birthday and was wished a wonderful birthday. Kim Barlow took credit for not updating the membership book and paid the fine.
o Scott Dowds was determined to have misread the audience’s on his love of bankers – fined $5
o Kim Barlow self-fined for bragging on daughter who is performing in Taming of the Shrew at Fullerton College this weekend.
o Jim Williams self-fined as he was surprised to hear that the next contestant on “The Bachelor” was Rotary’s own Will Abbott (ha ha ha).
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Mike Oates introduced Dr. Hiwhoa Moon to present the program. Dr. Moon’s bio humbled even Mr. Oates. He has been on the board of the World Bank, Korean Gas Co, Department of Economics Korean Government, adjunct professor at the School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University. He has and has met with leaders around the world. Although Moon expressed that he wanted to talk about economics, Mike Oates requested a program on North Korea and unification and so the program followed.
Dr. Moon shared that although he is first an economist; he is being presented as a social scientist to our club and will speak about reunification of North and South Korea. Much instability exists in North Korea, but the regime is very strong. Although widespread talk exists regarding reunification of Korea, but there is no pressure for them to do so. He sees little possibility for reunification in the near future.
Dr. Moon’s program discussed policies and challenges which prevent reunification, North Korea’s struggling economy, and an overview of the North Korea political dynasty which has ruled since the end of WW II.
Following the program, Bill Schenk, shared that Dr. Moon is a Rotarian in South Korea – Bill presented him a four way test coin with this year’s logo on the back.
Hot July afternoon and Bill is off to Seattle so he said good bye to all.
Meeting was adjourned at 1:21 p.m.
