E bulletin August 30th (Aug 30, 2015)

Upcoming Events

DG Tom Wagnor meets with Officers and Board

Trinkle Center - HCC

Sep 14, 2015 10:30 AM

Rotary Board Meeting 9-17-15

Florida Insurance Center

Sep 17, 2015 5:30 PM

"Care Fest" Community Outreach

Sep 26, 2015

Speakers

Aug 31, 2015
No Meeting Today
Today's meeting was cancelled Friday due to concerns about Tropical Storm Erika

Sep 07, 2015
No Meeting Today
Labor Day Holiday

Sep 14, 2015
District Governor Tom Wagnor
District Governor Official Visit

Sep 21, 2015
Dr. Randy Avent, President
Florida Polytechnic University

Sep 28, 2015
Rotarian Jim Scott
Speaker Unknown

Oct 05, 2015
Rotarian Tim Shuff
Speaker Unknown

Oct 12, 2015
Rotarian Arnold Schulte
Speaker Unknown

Oct 19, 2015
Rotarian Steve Singletary
Speaker Unknown

Oct 26, 2015
Rotarian Keith Smith
Speaker Unknown

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There is No Meeting This Monday!

Monday's meeting was canceled last Friday due to

concerns about the approaching storm.

Last Meeting - Aug. 24th

Our last program was presented by Rotarian Kyle Robinson. Kyle’s guest speaker was Dr. Erin Kimmerle with USF Department of Forensic Anthropology. USF, in conjunction with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement worked together to develop a “Cold Case Project” program to help solve unresolved cases through forensic science. In Florida, there are more than 670 individuals who either died alone or were recovered in public places and whose identities are still unknown. These cases represent unsolved homicides (cold cases) and individuals who died from natural or accidental causes. This project is a service oriented research initiative, in collaboration with local Medical Examiner Departments and associated law enforcement agencies throughout the region. This project has led to many successful outcomes. The goals for this initiative are to: 1) aid with human identification; 2) systematically apply a comprehensive set of methods and tools to all unsolved cases; 3) investigate regional homicide patterns; and 4) document osteological, chemical, burial and post-mortem factors about each case to develop a baseline of data relevant to the local population and natural environment in the region. The Forensic team at USF has been invaluable in investigating the deaths and burials at the Dozier School for Boys from 50-60 years ago. Through biological profiling and reconstruction, ground penetrating radar and historical research many have been identified. Excavation of these graves was a slow process, documenting and recording each aspect and sometimes working with toothbrushes to ensure the viability of the samples recovered. Fifty-five graves were found with only 24 recorded in the schools records. Through skull, facial reconstruction and DNA testing many were identified. The atrocities at the school are still under investigation and the USF department of Forensic Anthropology continue to play a large part in understanding this part of Florida history.

-submitted by Mike Arndt

Club News

No Meeting Monday September 7th
There will be no meeting on September 7th in observance of Labor Day. Please have a safe and enjoyable holiday! Our next meeting will be Monday September 14th. This will be the visit by our District Governor. Plan now to be present for this important meeting!!!

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Community Outreach Project

We will be adopting a community project through “Care Fest”. Care Fest locates homeowners that need help with their property…pressure wash, yard work, paint, etc. More information to follow for this community outreach project.

Put September 26 on your calendar for the “Care Fest” project. We will be working on fixing up and painting a house for an elderly Plant City resident. More details to follow.

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New board meeting time

Board meetings will now be held the 3^rd Thursday of each month at Florida Insurance Company at 5:30. Any member is welcome and encouraged to attend.

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Club Donations

Recently the Rotary board of directors made the following donation decisions:

Rotary Camp Florida - $3,500 for concrete work

$300 donation to purchase back to school supplies for kids K-12

$1,000 to “Pedal Power” which will be matched 2 to 1 by the Bill Gates Foundation for a contribution of $3000.00 to Polio Plus.

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New Meals on the Way

The Board also voted to elect a new catering company starting in September. “Catering by the Family” will now be catering our meals. We should see some different meal options moving forward.

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Bulletin Ads Available

There are 8 business card ad spaces still available! If you are interested in advertising the weekly Rotary Bulletin, let Mike Arndt know. Ad’s are $125 for the year.

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Jared Thompson is the new program chairman
Please let Jared know what your program will be in advance. Call 813-757-2180 or email Jared. If you need help for an idea for a program you may also contact Jared as he may be able to help you find someone.

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August Birthdays

Amity Kokochak - Aug 8th
Michael Watkins - Aug 9th
Lee Williams - Aug 14th
Jim Scott - Aug 16th
Billy Riddle - Aug 25th
Alvin Futch - Aug 26th
Bill Wicker - Aug 26th
Mike Sparkman - Aug 27th
Greg Bucknor - Aug. 30^th

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August Club Anniversaries

Steve Smith – 1 year

Arnold Schulte – 1 year

Jared Thompson – 2 years

Bo Walden – 4 years

Billy Riddle – 6 years

Billy Keel – 8 years

Jimmy Carapezza – 12 years

Brian Griffin – 12 years

Tom Schaub – 18 years

Billy Herold – 27 years

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