Lyn Called meeting to Order at 5:25PM. It was a little early, but our agenda was quite long.
We had a special guest: Kyle Waterman from the Kalispell, Montana Club was introduced and our Club banners were exchanged.
Happy Thoughts for the evening:
Alicia was very happy that her files were found and she celebrated with fresh crab out on her Deck. If we find more of her files, maybe we could all celebrate the same way!
Billy has been on the move, but he is almost done and glad to be back with the Club.
Mary has overcome her lap top challenges and is back online.
Bill gave kudos to Whidbey Telecom for fixing problems that his other company worked on for hours and could not get it done.
Sharon was glad to be back from Western Washington where it was over 90 degrees!
Clyde was happy to report that the project he has been working on since 1976 is finally caught up to date.
Ashley was glad to be present and glad Jerry wasn’t!
Tracy reported that her daughter completed three legs of the Ragnar race, was hospitalized, but is now out and recovering.
George reported that he is almost ready for the triathlon, but Doug is not quite there yet.
Jane described her fun weekend, but would not divulge what she meant by “fun”?
Kathy reported that she is now a “permanent resident” because has successfully obtained a WA State driver’s license.
Gabrielle vicariously celebrated her Dad’s 76th birthday.
Ed reminded folks that the South Whidbey Yacht Club crab fest is coming up. YUMMM
Lyn drove to Langley BC to attend the District Governor’s Installation. On the way back, the border agent spent more time checking out her Jeep than her credentials.
Special Honors Presentations:
Marion was honored for her outstanding support during Lyn’s Installation party including opening up her home, having special table decorations made, and even getting some new furniture.
Directors Reports: Ashley reminded everyone that in place of next Monday's meeting, we will be doing our regular Roadside Cleanup Project. Everyone meet at the corner of HWY 525 and Honeymoon Bay Rd at 4:30PM. We will be meeting at the Bayview Taproom after the cleanup to enjoy some food(Probably Pizza) and libations. If you have question about this project, please call Alex at 360.632.2635. And please bring gloves, Everything else will be provided.
CLUB ASSEMBLY: Lyn handed out a spreadsheet showing each of the Club Directors Committee members and the areas of responsibility. This was followed by a brief presentation by each of the director who outlined their responsibilities within that committee “job description”. During the course of the year, each Director will be asked to give a more in-depth presentation of their committee’s responsibilities and what they are working on. The goal is to have each of our current members understand to whom they can go with questions or suggestions to make the information flow within the club as smooth and effective as possible.
Club Service Presentations by Jane:
Rotary Club of Whidbey Westside was the only club in the District to receive a Presidential Citation for “ACTIVELY WORKING TO LIGHT UP ROTARY”. Way to go WW Rotary Club!!!
Everyone who missed out on their Rotarian of the Year Pin at the installation dinner received theirs from Jane. Congrats to Billy, George, Mary, Clyde, and Bill.
Tracy was honored as a new member who actively contributed to the club’s successful year and Jane presented Lyn with her 3rd Paul Harris, so she is now a 3 sapphire lady.
Sharon adjourned the meeting with a resounding sounding of the Rotary Bell.
