Meeting was called to order by Bill Mathy, “pitch hitting” for President Pat at 12:30.
Pledge of allegiance was led by Greg Hickman.
Thought of the Day- Dr. Leroy Fulton:
A little story about “Nate” and the Rabbi.
Singing was led by Howard Wood
- “Alexander’s Rag Time Band”. This was a tough song for the group. Smile, we made a great come back.
Visiting Rotarians and guests:
- Chief Pat McKinley’s guest- Deacon Jay L. Milano
- Ray Hansen’s guest- Bill Goetsch
- Greg Hickman’s guest- Terri Prada
- Vern Andrew’s guest- Lauralyn Eschner
- Vern Andrew’s guest- Estelle Grimm
- Welcome to all the guests.
Announcements led by Cathy Gach
- YMCA Crab Feast and Auction is Saturday Sept. 13th.
- 21st Annual Kiwanis Golf Tournament is Sept. 12th
- Need golfers and sponsors- contact Kevin McCarthy
- Smart Car raffle for the Boys & Girls Clubs- contact Dan Kiernan or Robert Jahncke
- Ray Ashcroft described the circumstances regarding the death of his son. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Ray and his family.
- Mike Oates thanks the Club for their financial support of Jazz Titans
Recognition by Mr. Minard Duncan
- Phil Silverman- for giving duplicate list
- Scott Dowds- forgetting guests
- Jim Williams, Ken Kaisch, and Minard- Birthday Boys
- Pat Hartnett and Rick Crane - Anniversaries
- Minard did a great job.
Quote of the week by Bob Hathaway
- “It’s not the years in your life, but the life in your years.” Abraham Lincoln said by Fred Johnson
Raffle by Bill Goetsch- helper Ray Hansen
- They missed the song by Bob Seger, “Betty Lou”. Better luck next week.
We have just received an exciting announcement from Mr. John Phelps. John has a new job as swimming instructor. It makes you wonder: when have you heard that name Phelps?
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A Special Note:
Our Club extends it's sympathy and prayers to Past-President Ray and his family.
For Rotary members who would like to recognize the Aschroft's loss and honor their son's life, you may make a special designated donation to our Club Foundation,
which sums will be used for a particular purpose or project to be determind at a later date. |
Program by Vern Andrews: Rotary Foundation
- Began in 1991, Ray Hansen and Lee Brockett
- 7 members on the Board of Directors
- First President was Jim Vanderburg
- Current President is Vern Andrews
- Investment policy- unrestricted, restricted, and endowment are invested into 8 mutual funds
- Past giving over 9 years is $66,000 to the School District programs
- Testimonials:
- Estelle Grimm, principal at Richman School, funds went to community awareness and after school programs. Estelle thanked Rotary for all their support.
- Lauralyn Eschner thanked Rotary for providing funds for World Harmony music program and also purchased instruments for the youth. Lauralyn also thanked Rotary for support of the School District music program.
- Foundation awards one fall endowment award and spring community investment award. The chair is Buck Catlin
Closing remarks: Pat’s back next week.
| 9/3 |
Orange Co. Sheriff's Crime Lab Explained by Dean Gialamas |
| 9/10 |
Craft Talks by Newest Nine Members |
| 9/17 |
The New District Governor, Roger McGonegal, Will Give His Plans for the Year |
Proposed New Rotarian
Bill Goetsch, President of Solutions Unlimited - a screen printer, by Ray Hansen |
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