MEETING NOTES
The 26th Annual Disability Awareness Luncheon came together, yet again, thanks to the hard-working Rotarian Debie Coble and her committee. The event is held to recognize and honor employees with disabilities and their employers. Proclamations were given by Mayor Pete Buttigieg and Mayor Dave Wood, and awards were given to 16 area employers. This year’s speaker was Misti Rooks, well-known to many in the community as the owner/operator of Misti’s Mug & Muffin, and Misti’s Down Under. Misti was born with cerebral palsy and epilepsy. Although doctors recommended to her young mother that she be institutionalized, Misti thrived, thanks to early influences in her life that taught her to believe in herself and succeed, despite her physical challenges; to focus less on what she couldn’t do, but rather all that she could do. Misti is an avid sports fan and active community volunteer. She has been recognized by several organizations for her outstanding attitude and inspiration.