Welcoming Our Newest Member

Friday, April 19 was a special day for Park Ridge Rotarians as they celebrated the first Club Picture in 5 years with the induction of their newest member, Mrs. Kelley O’Donnell, Municipal Clerk/Administrator of Park Ridge and a one-time recipient of a Park Ridge Rotary Club Scholarship. Kelley, who is a graduate of Park Ridge High School, now resides with her family in Washington Township. Before becoming Borough Clerk 6 years ago, she served for several years in the Tax Assessor’s Office in Tenafly. President Joeen called upon Peter Wells to say a few words about the meaning of Rotary membership before performing the actual induction ceremony.

Peter reaffirmed how special an organization Rotary is, being both non-political and non-religious, while having strong moral underpinnings. Members participate with no agenda other than to make a positive difference in the lives of others by putting “Service Above Self”. High ethical standards have been part of RI since its inception 108 years ago and have allowed the organization and individual Rotarians to be trusted and respected in widely divergent cultures and societies throughout the world.

Making reference to the monthly Rotarian magazine, Peter made note RI’s Code of Conduct and Avenues of Service in reminding us of what a privilege it is to be a part of this 1.2 million member international organization.

President Joeen and Peter then presented Kelley with her pin and new member materials as the rest of the club enthusiastically welcomed their 40th member.