PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
I hope you’ll explore this website. As you do, you’ll get a sense of who we are and what we’re about as Rotarians: local members of a 121-year-old world-wide organization devoted to helping neighbors and engaging in our communities. We are open to all who want to be involved in this good work: people creating lasting impact, neighbors making new friends.
Check our meeting schedule and find a Tuesday to join us for lunch—our treat. It will be my pleasure to welcome you.
Peter S. Buehler
President, 2026-2027
WHAT IS ROTARY?
Rotary is a global network of more than 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who envision a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
Solving real problems takes commitment and vision. More than 120 years ago, Rotary made service a priority. In 1953, the Rotary Club of Montecito was established with the same mission.
Today, our members are still people of action who use their passion, energy, and intelligence to lead change. From literacy to peace and from water to health, we are always working to make our world better; and we stay committed to the end.
LIVING WITH INTEGRITY VIA THE FOUR-WAY TEST
The Four-Way Test is an ethical guide for what Rotarians think, say or do in their personal and professional relationships.
What makes The Four-Way Test unique is its design. It invites us to search for our own answers and constantly examine our own behavior. It’s broad and inclusive, highlighting values of truth and fairness that resonate universally.
WHY JOIN ROTARY?
We think our members say it best …
OUR NEWEST MEMBERS
Debbie Merlo
Debbie is co-owner of Coast and Valley Properties (with her husband Bob Ruccione). Having lived and worked in the Santa Barbara area for many years, Debbie brings a deep understanding of the local real estate market and the communities she serves.
We’re excited to have Debbie as a member of our club and look forward to the events she’ll be organizing as our Social Chair.
Mark Osiel
Mark is a lawyer, author, and former law professor who holds the Aliber Family Chair at the University of Iowa.
Mark grew up in the Montecito area and recently returned. We are fortunate to have him as Membership Co-Chair for our club
KEY CONTACTS
| PRESIDENT Peter Buehler pbuehler@gmail.com | Our President is eager to answer your questions, host you for a lunch meeting, or introduce you to other members. |
| MEMBERSHIP Mark Osiel mjosiel@yahoo.com | Interested in learning more about the Rotary Club of Montecito? We can arrange for you to attend a club meeting or talk with a member one on one. |
| COMMUNITY SERVICE Tony Morris tonymorrisca@gmail.com | We’re here to help. If your nonprofit needs assistance at an upcoming event, ask for Club members to volunteer. Curious about one of our services projects? We’d love to have you join us. |
| YOUTH SERVICE Kim Stone kim@lapecheevents.com (805) 202-6513 | We sponsor students each year to the Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA). Contact us if you know a high school sophmore or junior who’d like to attend this high value, no cost, multi-day event. |
| CLUB FOUNDATION Sese Ntem sese.ntem@gmail.com | In need of additional funding for a local, nonprofit project? Contact us about our annual grants program. |
OUR FOUNDATION
The Rotary Club of Montecito is supported by the Rotary Club of Montecito Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization.
Our endowment is managed for perpetuity with growth from donations, bequests and appreciation. A portion of the endowment’s earnings is used to provide support for the Rotary Club of Montecito’s charitable activities. No Foundation funds are used to support Club operations.
Visit the What We Do page on this website to learn more about our charitable activities.