Minnetonka Rotary Club - The Spoke - June 5, 2024 (Jun. 06, 2024)

Meeting Minutes - Ryan R. .

Guests

Molly on zoom.

Invocation

Scott N. - A heart filled story about a friend that is an immigrant. That works as a bank teller saving money to help spread much needed medical care back home, building a pharmacy and working on building a clinic. Love those in front of you.

Pledge

Everyone.

4-Way Test

Everyone.

International Theme

Everyone.

Announcements

Tony N. - 5 polio cases, updated vaccinations, reminder and discussion about the upcoming deadline (next week) to receive a match on our polio $ in memory of Eldin Tessman. June 22 5pm Maynards passing of the gavel Tony to Alissa celebration

Glen J. - extending thanks from Can Do K9, ICA, Resource west and maybe one other I missed. Passed around thank yous.

Jennifer S. - Ideas for fundraising like Pete hosting a pottery event and selling tickets

Mike G. - This year's golf fundraiser goal is $50,000. Each member is suggested to raise $750.00 for the event (not going to be keeping track of this but a guide to help us achieve our goal) With donations for baskets/silent auctions, raffle ticket sales, golfing, sponsorships...

Bill S. - We need beer. Ask your local brewery or liquor store for donations. Still need 6 growlers

Ann W. - 9 baskets complete, still need some donations and people to sign up. Booze buckets will be made up in August

Mark M. - Summer fest coming up June 22

Jerald S. - Jewelry Works (Ryan R.) is this years title sponsor for the golf event

Alexa R. - July 10th during Wednesday's meeting we will celebrate Tony's run as President. Thursday June 13th Dinner at Dukes 6pm. Trivia at Bear Cave Brewing June 17 at 6:30pm

New Member Induction

None this week.

Rotary Minute

None this week.

Raffle

Terry S. [Winner! Ed.]

Foundation Award Checks

None this week.

Happy Bucks

Bill S. - Happy for Tony's year of leading the group as President. Standing ovation!

Shauna K. - Happy to be going to Alaska on Vacation.

Terry A. - House stuff.

Scott N. - Looking for a laptop for his friend that is starting the clinic.

Tony N, - Successful fishing trip on Winnibigosh.

Paul Harris Award

None this week.

Program

Glen J - He grew up in South Minneapolis. He attended De La Salle High School and University Of Minnesota. He has been married 48 years with two sons, one granddaughter and three grandsons He has worked in a variety of different jobs including; Life insurance, car rental, EDS, UnitedHealth group and Best Buy. He retired 8 years ago. He enjoys Rotary, Men's Shed, Going to (and working on) his cabin on Farm Island Lake. He shared family photos and Son's Sheikh wedding, a 3 day event.

Tracy S. - Executive Director at Resource West. It's an honor to be in Minnetonka Rotary. She is Married (Dominique) With four kids. She attended UMD where she ran Cross Country and Track. She studied Psychology and Youth Education. She was a part of UMD serve where she volunteered to help youth and families. She transferred to U of M and joined the rowing team. She also joined the University of YMCA and became coordinator for youth mentorship She has worked for Lifetime, United healthcare, Selling insurance, stock market and non profit.

Adjournment

Tony N. - Polio - $44, Happy Bucks - $42

Submitted by Ryan R.

Member Submissions

None this week.