Meeting Notes

Posted by Dale Bonza 
 
Meeting Highlights: Feb. 4, 2016

The February 4th meeting was called to order by President Scott Thompson. The Invocation was delivered by Pete Sumey. Jack Overly led us in a hearty rendition of “It’s a Grand Old Flag”, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Very welcome guests were Dick Life, who came to hear the program, and Jack Boatman’s invitee Russ Gardenour who has helped us with the duck race over several years.
 
After a groan-inducing joke about a mugger, President Scott made several announcements that are important to all members: 
  • The board has been brainstorming to come up with ways to improve and strengthen our noon Rotary.
  • We are all encouraged to introduce new members to the idea of serving the community through joining Rotary.
  • Lunch will cost $12 beginning next week. This increase will help to slow the amount the club pays each week above the amount received for a guaranteed number of meals.
  • Scott has completed an update of the roster of members’ names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses. A copy is available for each member to take home.
  • Many clubs have “classification” talks as their programs. This is where a member presents a program based on the career field they listed when they joined Rotary. By learning from each other, we find out more about the individual and gain insight into fields we may know little about. It is suggested we schedule more of these interesting programs from our members.
  • We are sending a get well card to Bob Hamlin, who is in the hospital in Loveland.
  • All of us are encouraged to reach out and care for one another by seeking out members who are not in attendance to make sure they know we miss them and hope they can come to meetings again soon. 
Nominating Committee Report
Nominating Committee chair Brad Rosenbaum thanked Scott for the hard work he is doing as Rotary President. He then gave the first reading of the nominee for President Elect for next year: Rick Taylor (who was inspired to step up by Thor).
 
Golf Committee Report
Golf Committee chair Bruce Carmichael requested at least two more members for this important fundraising committee. Tasks include renewing sponsorships, collecting gift certificates, and networking with golfers to have them sign up to play in the tournament. There is already a strong core of hard workers who would welcome new volunteers to assist in this venture.
 
Happy Money
  • Happy Money was given by Karen Thompson because the Broncos are playing in the Superbowl.
  • Jay Harroff gave a happy update on Daphne – she is now in 8th grade and will be playing on the basketball team this afternoon.
  • Thor Homme is happy to introduce Bob Brunson who is presenting today’s program. At 94 years old Bob is a fine inspiration to us all as an example of how to age gracefully while staying up to date – he is on Facebook – and is always open to new people and experiences. Thor wants to be like him when he matures.
Program
Our Own Bob the Explorer, with the able assistance of Mark Riffle from the library, enthralled the audience with beautiful pictures from his photographic journey through the game parks of Kenya in the 1970’s: “Long Necks and Striped Asses”. Many thanks to Bob for educating us on a wide range of birds and animals in Kenya.
 
Submitted by Dale Bonza, Scribe