Co-President, Brad Ruth led us in the Pledge of Allegiance and then followed by leading us in the Four-Way-Test to open the meeting.
Brad welcomed David Jones, who will become our District Governor next week. He is from the Northampton-Cuyahoga Valley Club.
CELEBRATIONS:
Rotary Anniversary: Steve Stimmel has been a Rotarian with us for three years.
Wedding Anniversary: Tom and Penny Loepp will celebrate five years of marriage this week.
50/50 Drawing: Linda Trevorrow's table had the winning ticket but Linda drew the 7 of diamonds. Better luck next time!
HAPPY BUCK: Bill Choler will become a Grandfather of a baby boy sometime today.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Adopt-A-Spot: Marty Tass said that our flower bed by the Doughboy is in need of some good weeding. He passed a clipboard around for people to sign up, but please stop and pull a few weeds if you have some time.
Foodbank: Mary Dula said that we are not doing Foodbank in July, but are hoping for a good crowd on August 3. Please sign up when you come to the meeting next week.
Fourth of July Float: Dinah Henderson said that the actual float construction will begin tonight at the Safety Building from 6-8. Tomorrow night from 6-8, the decorating will happen. Help if you can.
Banner Exchange: David Jones reminded everyone that the Banner Exchange and Awards Ceremony will be next Wednesday, July 6th at the Cuyahoga Falls Pavilion. If you wish to attend, go to the Rotary District 6630 Website to register.
PROGRAM
David introduced himself to the club by saying that he has lived in the Stow area since 2014. He and his wife have a blended family of four children. He expressed gratitude to John and Brad for having him here this morning and for helping us through the pandemic and emerging stronger and impactful.
John Pribonic talked about working with Brad on the decision for a co-presidency, the meeting place decision and developing a hybrid method of meeting. The challenges continue but he knows that Gail is going to have a successful year as president. He applauded the members for all that has been accomplished.
Brad then thanked John for helping us to have a great year. He emphasized the club's successes this past year and then thanked individual members for their assistance. When he began listing individuals, it became obvious that it really takes everyone to make it possible to do all that we do.
Mr. Jones then administered the oath of office to President, Gail Moseley and board members and officers under this year's theme, "Imagine Rotary", Even those joining us through zoom were able to be installled. Brad then pinned Gail with her presidential pin and John passed the gavel to her.
President Gail pledged her dedication to the club and asked or everyone's support. She then presented gifts to John and Brad and thanked them for their work and perseverance this past year. As her first act as president, she rang the bell to dismiss the group.
DATES TO REMEMBER:
Tonight and tomorrow night, 6:00-8:00 build the float at the Safety Building.
Monday, July 4 10:00 the parade kicks off.
Wednesday, July 6, Morning meeting at Bellacinos with Cyber Security representative John Nichols from University of Akron as our program.
Friday, July 8, 7:15 a.m. Board Meeting at City Hall
Wednesday, July 13, Rotary District 6630 at the Guardians Game in Cleveland
Wednesday, July 20, 7:30 Club Assembly for our morning meeting at Bellacinos
Wednesday, August 3, 4:30-6:30, Akron-Canton Foodbank for our volunteer time.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 5,6,and 7, Stuff the Bus campaign.
Saturday and Sunday, September 3 and 4 from 5:00-10:00 each day, Summer Sunset Blast.
Wednesday, October 12, at Guy's Party Center, Reverse Raffle/Silent Auction.
Thursday, December 15, Holiday Helping Hands
Submitted by Andy Denton
Andrea Denton
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