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Come one, come all and join our Governor and the Rotary Club of Hartford in a small group setting to hear an update from our Governor. There will be time for a Q&A and we look forward to seeing you there!

Elected in November 2010, Governor Malloy’s top agenda items have included reinventing our economy by growing jobs, improving public education and stabilizing the state’s finances. 

Governor Malloy has pursued a comprehensive economic development strategy, one that invests in growth industries and creates jobs while at the same time defends the core sectors of our economy and protects the jobs we already have.   His three tiered approach makes sure that Connecticut can compete at any level – from large corporations, to small businesses and start-ups.  The First Five program has leveraged $1.7 billion in private sector investments across our state’s economy; that program and others have brought numerous corporate headquarters to Connecticut from out of state, including NBC Sports, Charter Communications, and Jackson Laboratories.  The Small Business Express Programs has invested in more than 700 small businesses across Connecticut, creating and maintaining thousands of jobs.  And the four new “Innovation Ecosystems” located throughout the state are connecting entrepreneurs with capitol investors, cultivating the grassroots of our state’s ideas economy.

The Governor is also making investments in education at every level. In 2012, he signed into law a school reform bill that has been called a national model.  The legislation has provided hundreds of millions of addition money to school districts, in exchange for holistic changes that will prepare students to compete in the 21st century economy.  In 2013, Governor Malloy was proud to push for what some have called a transformational investment in the University of Connecticut.  Next Generation Connecticut will make sure that Connecticut residents are in position to compete for jobs in emerging fields like bioscience and digital media.  Finally, the Governor has also called for and funded the creation of a new Office of Early Childhood to ensure that all our kids have access to a quality early childhood learning experience.

As we grow jobs and improve our schools, the Governor believes we also need to make state government leaner and more efficient. The newly enacted budget builds on the tremendous gains made during the Governor’s first two years in office, improvements that continue to fix the state’s financial foundation without imposing new taxes.  With fewer employees and state agencies than the day he was sworn in and new investments in technology, state government is making the changes necessary to improve the delivery of services without additional costs. 

 

Governor Malloy was proud to sign what some have called the most comprehensive gun violence prevention legislation in the country. 

Dannel Patrick Malloy, the youngest of eight children, was born in Stamford, Connecticut on July 21, 1955.  Growing up, he struggled to overcome learning and physical disabilities, eventually gaining the skills he needed to go on to graduate Magna Cum Laude from Boston College and continue on to Boston College Law School. In 1982, Governor Malloy married his wife, Cathy, whom he met while at Boston College. They have three sons: Dannel, Ben, and Sam.

Governor Malloy became a prosecutor in Brooklyn, New York, serving for four years as an Assistant District Attorney, where he won 22 convictions in 23 felony cases.  Prior to being elected Governor, he was Stamford's longest serving Mayor, serving for 14 years from 1995 to 2009.

From left to right: Chris Healy, Judith Green, Ted Carroll, Steve Vaughan

Ted Carroll, president of Leadership Greater Hartford spoke at the Hartford Rotary Club.  He shared with the group the commonality they share in the “Service Above Self” mission statement that bonds all Rotarians, as a similar creed that he shares at LGH.  He explained what it means to be a true leader, and serving the community with projects that help foster civility, that in turn create a positive influence for change in the Hartford area. Developing and implementing leadership through collaborative relationships is what Mr. Carrol explained to the group he likes to see, that brings positive outcomes. As he looked around the room at the members, he saw many familiar faces that have had the opportunity to work/collaborate with Mr. Carrol over the past 30 years.    

The Rotary Club of Hartford is affiliated with Rotary International, a worldwide service organization that unites business and professional leaders to provide humanitarian services, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build and promote goodwill and peace throughout the world.

Next meeting will be September 8^th, at the Hartford Club, 46 Prospect Street, Hartford.

The luncheon meeting starts at 12:00, and there is a 20.00 fee. Public is welcome.

From left to right: Chris Healy, Dr. William Petit, Steve Vaughan

Dr. William Petit visited the Rotary Club of Hartford for fellowship and to talk about all the great things The Petit Family Foundation is working on lately. They have fundraisers that include an Annual Golf Tournament, a 5K Road Race, a motorcycle ride called "Ride For Justice" and an incredible garden project called "Michaela's Garden Project". The money that is raised goes to support three main areas - education, chronic illness, and helping those affected by violence. Grants are awarded to organizations that make the biggest impact in any of these three areas. For more information, please check out there website and support the cause at http://www.petitfamilyfoundation.org/. We would also like to add that the Petit family has a long history being part of the magic of Rotary International.

Great people doing great things makes the world go round! 

Open to Public, Season Starts with Dr. William Petit on Monday July 7^th

Hartford, CT, July 1, 2014:  A host of dynamic speakers will address members and guests of the Hartford Rotary Club during its July and August meetings. The club members extend an invitation to all interested parties to fellowship and enjoy lunch at Capital Community College, 950 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Markiewicz Community Room in Hartford, CT.  There is a $20 fee, which includes lunch.

Hartford Rotarian Judith Green mobilized a team from the Rotary Club of Hartford to volunteer some time to serve those in need with a healthy meal of salad and pizza!

Rotary Club of Hartford members, Francesco Pagano, Chris Healy, Stephen Vaughan and Rich Roberts participated in a golf tournament to raise funds for an Area 9 project to purchase, install and maintain video cameras for local hospitals here in Connecticut. Rotary is raising money to purchase 75 cameras for multiple hospitals in the area starting with CCMC at the UCONN Medical Center campus!

 

Plaque from original 1926 WWI memorial.

The Club welcomed Angela Dunnham and Al Garcia to the membership ranks on January 6, 2014!

We are so pleased to announce yet another two new members inducted into the Rotary Club of Hartford. L-r - Larry Owens and Tia Woods are inducted by Club President Sue Joyse.

Hartford Rotarians Pat Soucy, Judith Green and Sandy Blumer enjoy a fabulous afternoon in Newport during the 7890 District Conference with Sandy's hubby and Southington Rotarian Art Blumer.

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President Sue Joyse was presented an award as the top giving Club, on a per capita basis, in both the District and Zone.

By now you should have received the October 2012 letter from our Past President Dick Seidman about the 2012 RI Foundation Polio fundraising effort by our Club.  This year our Club raised nearly $1,600.  Dick pointed out that since the Polio campaign start in July 2008, the Club efforts have raised more than $10,000.  For the past five years our Club has achieved 100 percent participation from our members.  All exciting and proud achievements .  The commitment of Rotarian's around the world have led to eradication in most of the world.  Keep in mind, if you have friends or relatives who would like to also contribute to this great cause, please let Dick know.

 

Please give what you can.  Every dollar we raise helps to children from polio.

Sue Joyse, President of Hartford Rotary, presents students of Capital Community College and President Wilfredo Nieves with the first installment of the scholarship!

Wade Horsey is inducted into the club by President Sue Joyse on October 15th.

Club members met at the home of Sandra and Dave Bobowski for a beautiful afternoon of fun and fellowship!

Marco Allocca was recently inducted into the Rotary Club of Hartford by Sue Joyse, Club President. Cody Guarnieri, far right, sponsored Marco into the club. Congratulations!

The Rotary Club of Hartford inducted five new members earlier this year. 7890 District Governor Eileen Rau did the honor of pinning our newest members. L-r, President Susan Joyse; new members Cody Guarnieri, Francesco Pagano, Suzan Bibisi, Stephen Vaughan and Brian Glasco; 7890 District Governor Eileen Rau.

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