El Cerrito Rotary: The Wheel June 18, 2009

El Cerrito Rotary

The Wheel

Editors:  Gary Buffon & John Fergerson Jr.

Week of June 18^th   

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President Jack welcomed us to the friendly El Cerrito Rotary Club.  Pat led us in the Pledge of Allegiance, and Jack provided us with a history of the pledge.

Introduction of guests and Visiting Rotarians:  Sec John introduced Kyle Hunt, Kathleen’s son.

Announcements:

ð     We are completed with our GGF concession stand responsibilities, however we have been asked to work on some dates in Aug and Sept.

ð     July 14^th is the party for Ksusha.  It is going to be our chance to say goodbye to Ksusha.

ð     There is a board meeting on Tuesday the 23^rd at noon at Mira Visat

ð     Mechanics bank in El Cerrito is hosting the monthly Chamber of Commerce mixer on the 24^th.  Time is from 5 – 7 p

Happy dollars:  Kathleen is happy son Kyle accompanied her today and also for her new website.  Michael Chang is $21 happy for his daughter graduating from college (one more dollar than Mike G).  Kyle is glad he came to day and for graduating from grammar school.  Gary B is happy that he heard from Kevin Tse who was the Interact VP in 2004-05.  Kevin is currently at USC.  Neal is happy to be back after six weeks and doing make up meetings from Boston to Scandinavia.  

Sgt at Arms:  Not on duty today

President Jack gave Tracy her Spirit of El Cerrito Rotary ribbon and thank you for gift for being on the board.  Kathleen was presented her gift for being a board member.  Jack acknowledged how important they were to the success of his year.

Today’s Program:  

Karen introduced President Elect Tracy who just returned from Florida where she was attending to matter regarding her sister’s passing.  She thanked everyone for their kindness and support.  Tracy then introduced her program of work for 2009-10 and turned the mic over to Jane to MC the program.  Marty, Kathleen, Lee, Mark Scott, and Karen each presented portions of the program.  Some of the highlights included:

ð     The Pride in Being a Rotarian program

ð     A blood drive in conjunction with the City’s safety day

ð     Quarterly membership orientations

ð     Calendar of event on our website for everyone to check on

ð     Rotary Foundation contributions for a 100% goal

ð     Fundraiser to include concession stand at the swimming pool and a joint club Luau for our club’s 60^th anniversary.

Tracy answers with Jane who MC’d the presentation

One thing is clear, we are going to have a great 2009-2010 with Tracy at the helm.  Get on board so we can get started. Its going to get a great trip and wonderful adventure!!!

Today’s Lottery Winner: Ilhami had his ticket pulled and drew a black marble that cost him $5 but he gets bottle of wine.  Next week the pot is $230

Thought for Week: 

I would give all the wealth of the world, and all the deeds of all the heroes, for one true vision.

--Henry David Thoreau