180116Bulletin (Jan 16, 2018)

Volume 1 | Issue 5

16 January 2018

Weekly Bulletin

Plano East Rotarians Major Remodel at Plano Food Pantry

By Rick Boyer

Plano East Rotary Club (PERC) started their January service project on 1/11/18. The Plano Food Pantry on 18^th Street was the beneficiary. PERC remodeled the receiving room where families come to receive their food. It had been badly damaged by the

shopping carts that are used to distribute the food. The project started on Friday with some prep work and material delivery; Saturday was demo day, the floor was removed

and beadboard and chair rail were installed; Sunday the ceiling and walls were painted; Monday the new floor was installed. There are a couple things to finish this week. (Rick is working on them personally)

Participants in the project included: Kenny Wilson, Rick Maucieri, Ean Sullivan, Patti Henry, Sally Philipp, Gene Losey, David Rodgers, David Roger’s son Jason, Ellitt Braud, Randy Wright and Rick Boyer.

Thank you to all the participants.

Rick Boyer,

Service Chair

PHOTOS: TOP: David Rogers, Rick Boyer, Jason Rogers, and Gene Losey contemplate installation of first floor plank. NEXT: First plank in place. #3: Cutter Gene stands by as Jason and Rick align tile and adhesive applicator Randy Wright stands by for next "smear." BOTTOM: Success! Gene, Jason and Rick cheer 70% of floor installed. You can see wall finish in background.

No Board Meeting in January

There will not be a board meeting on January 18th

Plano East Rotary Sponsors Cuba Trip

Cuba - March 3 - 10, 2018

By Ean Sullivan

Once again the Plano East Rotary club is sponsoring a great service opportunity in Cuba. All Rotarians, family and friends are welcome to join us on this unique opportunity. Our last trip in September had 17 members representing 11 different clubs and 3 districts. Don't miss out. The nation of Cuba is changing rapidly and you shouldn't miss this. Shortly after you land in Camaguey the first thing you will notice is obviously the mid 50's Chevys, Oldsmobiles and the like but when you leave the city and get to the town of Cespedes where we will be working you notice that there are more horses and carts than there are cars. It is like stepping back 75-100 years. There will be Rotarians on the trip that have been there before and you will have a translator and guides every step of the way. There is only one way to describe the people of Cuba that we will interact with - INCREDIBLE! We have wonderful friends in Cuba now that we look forward to seeing again. Please join us, expand your world, and help show the world the work of Rotary.

I am happy to answer any questions but the better source of information is Alexandria Carruth, the Director of Development of Proclaim Cuba!, our partner organization. She can be reached at 817-805-8555 or info@proclaimcuba.org

NEXT TRIP DETAILS: Cuba - March 3 - 10, 2018 Experience the eastern portion of Cuba, countryside, cities and beautiful beaches. An incredible opportunity for cultural exchange! Join Plano East Rotary on a work trip to the island. We will be working on the plumbing and electrical work at a community center. No special skills are required. Trip cost is $1,875 and includes airfare, travel visa, lodging and transportation, and most meals. For information please contact info@proclaimcuba.org, or call 817-805-8555.

I know the timing is short but if there is any way possible you can join us, I personally guarantee that you won't be disappointed.

PDG Ean Sullivan

ean@cinco.net

214-552-1509

Plano Flags of Honor 2018 Planning Under Way

By Gene Losey

Planning the 'Flags of Honor' project for 2018 is already under way. I have accepted team leadership responsi- bilities and look forward to an exciting and successful experience for everyone.

Last years' program was a stunning success and will be hard to top in many ways. The community, both public and private, were put on notice that Plano East Rotary Club is planting their stake (no pun intended) in the Plano landscape. Statements like:

".. what a moving experience"

“..a job very well done.."

"..are you doing this next year”

"..what can I do to support this project.."

and of course ".. where is 'whats his name flag'.."

were expressed by many Plano residences and public officials. A multitude of visitors were observed at 'Flags of Honor' throughout the day and night. Many with questions and many kindling fond memories or seeking closure.

If you missed the opportunity to observer or 'walk among the flags', you missed a moving experience. For me, it was an honor to be just a small part of the event.

My team goals for 2018 do not stray far from the original goals established last year. However, starting the event planning earlier permits us to calibrate those project elements that went well and to focus on those elements that we now see with 20/20 hind sight. We now have the time to get every club member involve to lighten the load and implore the 'best-of-the-best' skills throughout the club membership. My past experience is that "friends can be made in any social event, but relationships are made when we sacrifice for a common objective".

The 'Flags of Honor' is a project that strives to be fun, impact our community, create memorable experiences, and raise financial resources to help our fellow men. I might add that participation in this project will create or expand your relationships within our club membership.

So, I ask you to mark your 2018 calendar on November 9,10,11 for the 'PERC Flags of Honor' event and experience. I will respond with additional information and specific call for action as the project moves forward. Please feel free to step-up to the challenge by offering specific skills, ideas and resources that help us make the 2018 project even greater. Communications should be directed to gene@plano.org .

REPORT ON JANUARY 11th MEETING

By Sally Phillipp

1.Ken Roberts called meeting to order at 6:10 pm

2.Ellit Braud gave inspiration/prayer.

3.Kenny Wilson led the pledge of allegiance.

4.LB Showalter – Treasurer’s Report

a.Some still need to pay dues

b.Money coming from district should be to club in next couple of weeks (per Ean Sullivan)

c.Money being spent for storage of flags ($170/month)

5.Lynn Schwartz spoke on history of Rotary and Foundation. Billions given away all over the world. Some of the money donated under Paul Harris Foundation membership comes back to the club.

6.Paul Harris presentation to Rick Boyer – Lenny Schwartz presented the recognition certificate for $1000 investment in the Rotary International Foundation commemorating his recognition as a Paul Harris Fellow.

7.David Rodgers introduced his guest – Downa Davis.

8.Lynn went over year 2017 flag project results.

a.Gene Losey has volunteered to be chairman next year (See separate story)

b.They were happy with logistics (field set up)

c.Chris Henry has a promising marketing plan.

9.Jan Sullivan spoke about banquet honoring Sam Johnson.

a.Date: March 31^st

b.Venue and cost not determined yet (probably $35 - $50/ person)

c.Asked for potential attendees (to give number to arrangers) – probably 10 people.

10.Ken Roberts mentioned that we would have 2 RYLA scholarships for the club. Asked for volunteer from club to be on selection committee. Sally Philipp will be our volunteer on the committee.

11.Ian Sullivan and Jan Sullivan spoke about next Cuba service trip. (See Separate Story for details)

a.Kenny Wilson said trip will change your focus on the world. He cautioned that accommodations are meager, as is food. No hot water, no AC, diet of beans and rice, working conditions tough.

b.Open to anyone who wants to go (doesn’t need to be Rotary member).

12.Rick Boyer spoke on service project this weekend at Plano Food Pantry and need for volunteers. (See separate story)

a.Saturday 9 – 5 taking up old floor, reinforcing and refurbishing walls

b.Sunday 1 – 5 painting

c.Monday 9 – 5 installing new floors, baseboards

d.Volunteering at the meeting were Sally Philipp, Oscar Long, David Rogers, Randy Wright.

13.Alex Johnson (from Plano club) spoke on JA /AVID partnership in PISD. He was looking for a volunteer for a committee which he chairs. Sally Philipp volunteered.

a.Conversation followed on Wilson Middle School being a club project – with volunteers needed for teaching classes on personal finance (instruction provided by AVID/JA.

b.Primarily service high risk/high potential kids.

c.Good lead-in to when kids move on to Vines HS – Interact Club

d.Conversation followed with several volunteers – David Rogers, Sally Philipp, Kenny Wilson (potentially), LB Showalter (potentially)

14.Ken Roberts gave a ‘classification’ talk about his background, and current work responsibilities.

15.Randy Wright passed out info-sheet detailing volunteers needed for –

a.Bulletin

b.Photographer

c.Project subcommittees

d.Webmaster

16.Jan Sullivan asked that we keep track of hours spent on Rotary work/ month (in answer to a request from higher up)

17.Meeting was adjourned at 7:10 after Four Way Test.

Thanks to KENNY WILSON for acting as photographer. See the photos in the album at https://portal.clubrunner.ca/13749/PhotoAlbums/180101-meeting-photos-from-1-11-18

Thursday – January 11, 2018 Meeting started at 6:10 PM In attendance: X

	Satinder	Baweja	X	Andrew	McJannett-Smith
	Lisa	Bloomer	X	Traci	McJannett-Smith
	Rick	Boyer		Bill	Mertz
X	Ellitt	Braud	X	Sally	Philipp
	Ernest	Burke		Rudy	Ringel
	Michael	Carr	X	Ken	Roberts
	Ben	Criste	X	David	Rogers
	Alan	Feigenbaum	X	Lynn	Schwartz
	Jeff	Frauenheim	X	LB	Showalter
X	Christopher	Henry		Earl	Simpkins
X	Patricia	Henry	X	Ean	Sullivan
	Dennis	Hogg	X	Jan	Sullivan
	Mehrnaz	Iranmehr	X	Kenny	Wilson
	Oscar	Long	X	Randy	Wright
X	Gene	Losey
X	Rick	Maucieri	Guests	Downa	Davis
				Alex	Johnson (Plano Rotary)

Plans for January 25th Meeting:

LB SHOWALTER is up for an expanded classification talk about his experience as an accountant and real estate developer, with observations about the state of the local commercial real estate market.

JERRY KEZHAYA has been approved for membership and will be inducted on 1/25.

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Jan 25, 2018 6:00 PM

LB SHOWALTER

My experience as an accountant and real estate developer

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