Weekly Kiwanis News 10/29

Posted by Tim Buenz

on Oct 29, 2014

There were 31 members present today with Les and Mindy visiting from the Aktion Club. Jordan Teeples was also a guest of grandfather, Larry Teeples. Many happy dollars were shared. Dave gave a Silent Services Auction report which included 100% participation from members. Team Goshon won the fundraising challenge and team members will be receiving $5 Sierra Theatre Gift Cards. Preliminary numbers indicate that the auction will raise over $5,000 for the club to use in the community! Thanks to Dave and Marla and all members for their support of this new fundraiser. Rick reported on another successful Pancake Breakfast with 410 people served. The estimated profit from this event is around $2,850. Dan Benitz was awarded a new Kiwanis cap for high sales in the amount of $923.00! Vern reported a can drop deposit of $67.35.

Mike Palmer had the program today. He spoke about the LOSST (Local Option Sales & Service Tax) tax that will be on the ballot in November for renewal. The LOSST 1% tax generates about $360,000 per year currently for the city. Most of the funds have been used in street projects (including sidewalks, street resurfacing/paving) and some was used in downtown restoration. If the tax is approved it will be extended another 10 years. Mike showed many photos of projects that have been accomplished in the past few years. Thanks to Mike for an informative program!