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MEETING REPORT FOR APRIL 26, 2018 Jan Sullivan called the meeting to order at 6:10 p.m. and Ernest Burke led the Pledge of Allegiance. Jeff Frauenheim gave the inspirational. Treasurer’s report from LB Showalter: Income Sally reported we made $165 on the food for Escape fundraiser. LB reported gross revenues of $1800 (but expenses yet to be deducted for Escape staff. Our club received $3400 (District grant). Expenses We are spending $170/month for flag storage. Other Several people have dues outstanding – LB will notify.  Sally Philipp named our fine bucket, “Fine” Stein, which Diana Wright donated. David Rogers is the first contributor for his cell phone going off during the meeting. Money can be put in if members have something good to announce. Recent medical treatment caused Randy to announce that he was ‘radioactive’. Coming Events April 28 Jan reminded everyone of the strategic Planning Session from 9AM to 3PM at the Escape Expert. Breakfast will be available at 8:30AM. Lunch will also be served. May 16 at 9:30 AM is Leadership Day (Leadership Plano at the SMU Plano Campus the cost is $215. per person. Ken Roberts made a motion that we participate and Randy seconded. Motion passed. Jan and Sally will represent our club. May 30 is the Sam Johnson luncheon ($20 per person), we committed to a table of 10. Reminder – we are collecting fool for the Plano Food Pantry (See separate story) – to give in Sam Johnson’s name. A list of foods to donate is published elsewhere in this bulletin.  Guests and Speaker Kenny Wilson introduced his guest, Katie Anderson, sister-in-law to our speaker. Katie works at Alpha Graphics with Kenny. Lisa introduced speak our speaker, Beth Anderson, who gave a very interesting talk on the history of RYLA. First camp was held in 1991, with 41 boys. Next year it became co-ed. RYLA focuses on the best of the best, as opposed to those at risk. There is a significant selection process – which includes coding to insure diversity of talent in the various cabins. There are ‘themed ‘days. Lights are out 11-12 (doesn’t happen) and up again early. Leadership styles are identified (Lions, Koalas, Peacocks and Owls - referred to as the RYLA Zoo). Randy suggested ARMadillos – LB and Sally can be first picks. Past subjects included environmental issues and bullying. Camp comprised of ½ day facilitation, ½ day activity. 4 years ago created ‘day 7’, usually the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Beth talked about creating a ‘legacy’ project and college summit in January. Beth drew Patty’s ticket – no luck yet. Meeting adjourned at 7:15 |
The draft mission statement created by the group for the Plano East Rotary Club is: “To engage with our community through service, fellowship and fun to address local and global needs.”
Then, on May 24th, George Ritcheske will return and help us finalize our report as we discuss “what next?”
