July 17th Meeting/Minutes

 
Rotary MAKING A DIFFERENCE
 
Business Meeting Agenda
 

July 17, 2018

July Theme: NONE.

2018-19 RI President Barry Rassin wants Rotary members to Be the Inspiration. RI President Rassin is Rotary Club of East Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas. Kola Alayande, Ph.D. is our District Governor 2018-19 - **Our service to other people is the rent we pay for the privilege of being alive.**
 
  1. (Bob G.)  Pledge of Allegiance; Prayer led by Kim H.;  4way Test
 
  1. (Bob G.) Thank you. Today’s Greeter is Debbie P., Bob G. For pictures, Brian J. for notes from our last meeting and for our newsletter.
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  1. (Bob G.) Welcome/Announcements
Presenter(s):  Matt Schliesman, Executive Director of the Capitol Civic Center
 
  1.  (Bob G.) Debbie Pitsch was officially “pinned”
 
  1. (Bob G.) Thanks to Colleen I., Betty B., Bob G. and Betsy B. for being grillers and servers at the Collaboration and Communication event at the High School last night.  This important “Talk and Conversation” about drugs continues our club’s efforts to combat illegal drug use in our community.  In addition, several workers were recruited for this weekend’s food stand!
 
  1. (Bob G.) Comments on visiting Rotary contribution sites with DG Kola following last week’s meeting were shared.  Once again, Kola remarked about the impact our club makes in the community!
     
  2. (Bob G.) Meals on Wheels this week, July 17-20. Just a reminder, no more volunteer needed.
     
  3. (Bob G.) Volleyball Tournament is this weekend. July 20-22 (Fri-Sun).  Tim W. is coordinating our involvement.  A reminder clip board was passed. We need a “griller” on Sat. from 12pm – 4pm and a “worker” from 3:30pm– 6:30pm.
     
  4. (Bob G.) Plans for 5th Tuesday Social, July 31st will be announced at the July 24th meeting.
     
  5. (Bob G./Debbie P.) Update on Rotary shirts – our wardrobe director, Debbie P., hopes to drop them off at Neshotah Park on Friday around 10:30am.  As such, they should be available to wear while working at our food stand.  We will be the best dressed at the fest.
     
  6. (Bob G.) July Planning Calendar - We are beginning our annual school supply drive.   We are planning on Lauretta K-O. for leadership of this project.  Thank you!
 
  1. (Bob G.) Reminder that the collection box for recycling items for The Haven will be at each meeting.  Details are on our website and in the eBulletin.  We are off to a good start.
     
  2. (Bob G,) Next Board Meeting June 27th, TR Family Diner 7:30AM
 
  1. (Bob G.) Next Meeting –Jim Lester .will provide a book review giving us insights on happiness. You don’t want to miss this one!  Greeter is Steve R.
 
  1. (Bob G.) Happy Bucks- Betty B. facilitated and passed the buck to Debbie P.
     
  2.  (Bob G.) Program – Ned J. introduced Matt Schliesman, Executive Director of the CCC – the”Jewel of the Lakeshore”  With 72 events presented during the 2017-18 season, the CCC is fulfilling the vision first expressed in 1986-87 when it was brought back to life.  Matt outlined an ambitious campaign, ACT TWO, with the goal to make the CCC the best modern, historic venue on the lakeshore.
        The Best Seat in the House
 
. Improved seating has been the number one request of patrons and Act Two will deliver in style and comfort!
. Architecturally-compatible styling, extra seat width and padding for enhanced comfort; cup holders on main floor
. Increased legroom, re-tiering of the main floor to eliminate sloped aisles and step-ups
. Flexible seat sections for an enhanced experience and VIP seating opportunities
 
     Completing the Act Two vision
 
. Expanded first floor lobby and access to second floor guest accommodations
. New permanent bars on two levels
. Expansive second floor suite of restrooms
. Greatly enhanced access and flow to the theatre
. Theatre ambiance and safety upgrades
. Infrastructure improvements
. Technical lighting and sound enhancements
 
 
  1. (Bob G.) Last verse of America.
 
Coming Up:
Mobile app (ClubRunner) for iPhone and Android
July 20-22, 2018 (Fri-Sat)- Volleyball Tournament (Tim Wester coordinate)
July 20, 2018 (Fri)- Sheboygan Early Bird Lobster Fest
September 2018 District Grant $2800, beach cleanup, recycling, education with TR 8th grade
 
2018-2019 Board Members:
President: Robert Gahl
                President-Elect: Steve Romero
                Secretary: Colleen Inman
                Treasurer: Jeff Zimmerlee
                Past President: Brenda Georgenson
                Members at large: Betty Bittner, Jeff Zimmerlee
 
Club Organization-Program Chairs:
Marketing- Michael Ditmer & Brenda Geogenson
New Members- Kim Henning
Community Projects- Fundraising- Betsy Benz & Tim Schroeder
Youth- Dennis Swetlik
International- Jeff Zimmerlee
                Membership: Increase by 2 (23 to 25 members) - Engagement: Increase by 17 (23 to 40 participations)
Communication:  Increase by 2 (4 to 6 socials) - Public Relations: Increase by 4 (2 to 4 media stories)
Have as much legal fun as possible
Plant at least 25 trees
Increase membership by 2
More sophisticated jokes
August social celebrating the beginning of summer in TR
Grant for 2017-2018
Add benefactor to Rotary Foundation
Look for dollars from outside TR
Create an alumni chair
Formalize club archivist
Joint venture with MTWC clubs
Encourage members to join fellowships
Think about starting fellowships of our college alumni
Investigate Rotary associate/shared/partial memberships
Encourage frequent visits to the RI website
Did I say have fun?
Continue 5th Tuesday socials