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Don't Fence Me In...Open
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Past President Mike Moore (The
President that won’t let go) stood in for King Louie this week.
He started the meeting early so please excuse your esteemed bulletin
writer for missing anything in the beginning of the meeting as she was
still getting her food! |
The Pledge
The Pledge was led by Past President Brian Herndon.
The Rotary Moment
The Rotary Moment was to be done by Bill Dodson but instead he
deferred rather quickly to our honorary member, Rev. Jim Coffee.
Reverend Jim told us that we had caught a Baptist preacher speechless.
PP Mike asked the reverend if he was Northern or Southern Baptist and
he responded Southern. Mike said is was most unusual to catch a Southern
Baptist minister speechless and Reverend Jim proved him right and went on
to give us a very moving blessing for the moment.
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Coming
Up
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May 30th
DARK - Memorial Day
June 7th
Chris Parr will introduce our GSE team from Brazil and we
will get to know a little about them and their experiences here. They
arrived May 21st and will be here for 6 weeks.
(Reporter: Jerry A.)
June 14th
David McDonald will discuss the crisis with workmen's compensation
in our state, what happened and how the governor is working to solve
this issue.
(Reporter: Gary L.)
June 21st
Robin Marrs is back from France and will provide the program on
his experiences living there.
(Reporter: Ed B.)
June 28th
Roger Olsen will discuss the Pacific Coast Air Museum
(Reporter: Bill D..)
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Crab
Feed
& Live Auction
Past
President's
Celebration
Bartley Barbecue
Bulletin
Archives
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Visiting Rotarians
Ed Burr welcomed Visiting Rotarians.
Bob Harris was back in the saddle doing the photography.
Jeri Arnold was our Bulletin Reporter for this meeting.
Past President Brian Herndon also sold tickets and we certainly
should not forget that every week Gil Lucas sets up the
microphone system. Thank you everyone!!
Announcements
Board Meeting: June 8
District Conference: June 17-20
Foundation: Harry Rubin informed us that the checks would go in this
week.
Debunking: Will be held June 27-Sign up now!
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| PDG Mike Merrill inducted Patty Rasmussen.
During the induction Mike reminded us all that Rotary has more than
1.2 million members and flies its flag over more countries than the
United Nations. PDG John Withers, who sponsored Patty, also
on the dais to welcome her to the club. And it bears mentioning that
for a long-time member, John takes no back seat when it comes to
sponsoring new members. PDG John is also my (Jeri’s) sponsor so we
know Patty will be great! Welcome Patty!! |
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PEEE (that’s President Elect Elect Elect for those of you who
don’t know) Chris Rosell represented the Projects Committee to
present some of the grants that we were able to give due to the success
of the Crab Feed. |
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Bob Burke of Bob Burke’s Kids received $2000. This group has been
serving our community for over 37 years, throwing barbecues, pizza parties,
bowling nights and Holiday parties for children with AIDS, cancer, and other
debilitating diseases.
$2500 was given to Boy Scouts Troop 125. Shawn Hanna was there to
let us know that Troop 125 has been up and running for over 50 years, has 55
scouts and 6 Eagle Scouts this year alone.
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Suzie McBride accepted a grant of $2000 on behalf of Boost Camp,
which is a Conductive Education camp, serving children with cerebral
palsy. |
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Terri Galazzo representing Rebuilding Together received a grant of
$3000.
Recognition
Bob Marigo welcomed his 10th grandchild, Andrew. He knew enough
information about the new arrival to avoid a fine. Congratulations, Bob!
Ed Burr finally sold his house in Texas and can now pay up his
bill of $150.
Pat Stohl was fined $30 for a daughter receiving her MBA and a son
receiving his BA.
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Bob Harris’ daughter recently got married in St.
Thomas, which cost him $10. |
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Jim Sullivan was recognized for recently retiring
from being a stockbroker for 37 years. |
Bill Gittins was one of 5 artist featured in an article about
artists in northern California. |
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Chuck Baker thought he was being recognized for his wife’s
birthday but it was really because he owed us $40! |
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| Raffle
There was no winner for the $600 pot so it just keeps growing! Be sure
to buy lots of tickets next meeting for your chance to win.
The Program |
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Roger Olson introduced our program speaker today.
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Tom Robinson is a specialist in geographic
information systems for Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open
Space. Their mission is to permanently preserve open space in Sonoma
County for future generations. |
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They have completed 127 projects and have protected over 60,000 acres of
Sonoma County land. One of the largest projects they are working on at
this time is the Santa Rosa Creek Greenway Trail. For more information
about this organization, including information on trails and bird
watching, go to their
website. Tom’s phone number is (707) 565-7360. |
Your Bulletin Reporter,
Jeri Arnold |
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Your Bulletin Editor,
Jim Valinoti |
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| Internal
Service Recognition Roster |
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May 24 |
May 31 |
June 7 |
June 14 |
| Cashier: |
Kim |
DARK |
Kim |
Kim |
| Set-up: |
Chris Y. |
DARK |
Jack B. |
Chris Y. |
| Set-up: |
Chris Y. |
DARK |
Jack B. |
Chris Y. |
| Greeter: |
Teri G. |
DARK |
Phil T. |
Ray M. |
| Pledge: |
Brian H. |
DARK |
Terry G. |
Terry G. |
| Ticket Sales: |
Harry R. |
DARK |
Steve W. |
Jack B. |
| Moment: |
Bill D. |
DARK |
John M. |
Dave M. |
| Photographer: |
Bob Harris |
DARK |
Bob Harris |
Bob Harris |
| Programs: |
Susan Nowacki |
DARK |
Susan Nowacki |
Susan Nowacki |
| Bulletin Reporter: |
Jeri A. |
DARK |
Jeri A. |
Gary L. |
| Bulletin Editor: |
Jim Valinoti |
DARK |
Jim Valinoti |
Jim Valinoti |
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