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June 9, 2022 Meeting Notes President Jim Whiteneck called the meeting to order at 12:00 PM.
Milt Garrett gave the Invocation.
President Jim led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Madison Casey led the song “You’re a Grand Old Flag.” Guests of Rotarians:
Beth Weisberg introduced Lis Lord from the Fiber Arts Council.
Jim Whiteneck introduced his wife Carol, Bill Kehl from Centennial Rotary, and Joanie Jonell.
Annie Slack introduced Gordon, her husband.
Jim Whiteneck welcomed Tom Maher. Announcements: - Jim Whiteneck announced the slate of candidates for the upcoming election:
- President Elect: Karen Thompson
- Secretary: Sarah Walsh
- Treasurer: Michelle Mann
- Sergeant-at-Arms: open
- Club Administrative Services: Karol Rinehart
- Community Service: Beth Weisberg
- Membership: Annie Slack
- Foundation: Barry Hannigan
- Jim Whiteneck reminided all of the President’s night next Thursday at Nicky’s.
- Bill Solms announced a follow-up meeting for the Duck Race committee in person at his house. Details are in an email from Bill.
- Jim Whiteneck announced that we have placed nine students in RILA at the YMCA. They need another counselor for the session.
- Jim Whiteneck read a letter of appreciation from Cora Petrocine thanking Rotary for helping her become a Paul Harris Fellow.
- Carl Robicheaux announced that September 16 at 1:30 is the Golf Tournament.
- Jim Whiteneck announced that there are two concerts coming up soon at the Legion and you can get tickets from Mary.
New Member Induction:
Annie Slack introduced two new members: - Dr. Jim Jonell
- Dawn Shields.
Jim and Joanie J., Jim W., Dawn S. Paul Harris Fellow Award:
Jim Whitenenck recognized Joanie Jonell as a Paul Harris Fellow for raising $3000 for the Ukraine Relief Fund. Jim & Joanie J., Jim W. Rotarian of the Year Award:
Scott Thompson, Karen Thompson, and Wayne Newsom presented the Rotarian of the Year award to Annie Slack for service on four committees and the Foundation Board, along with MANY other activities and volunteer services. - Annie was rewarded with a sustained standing ovation.
- This presentation was done early as Annie will not be at President's Night.
Wayne N., Scott & Karen T., Anne Slack Scott Thompson told his joke to good effect. Happy Money: - Beth Weisberg in recognition of Annie as Rotarian of the Year
- Michelle Mann for Sarah Pita and the school in Albania
- Pete Sinnott and Pete Sumey for Annie Slack
- Karen Thompson for Annie Slack and that Tom Maher is back
- Wayne Newsom for everyone who is happy
- Longley Parker and Bill Solms for being reminded of their anniversaries
- Tom Maher for his friends in the club
- Jim Jonell for Joanie and her honor, also Scott’s birthday
Program:
Dennis Gellhaus introduced Dr. Christian Hageseth III MD, who spoke about Parkinson’s disease, infectious disease, severe depression, and dementia. Dr. Hageseth speaking & presented with a Piece of the Rock by Jim Whiteneck Adjournment:
Jim Whiteneck led the four-way pledge and rang the bell at 1:00 PM |
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