Bulletins - 2008 - 08/0/2008
This Week's Bulletin Was Written By Sandra Schrift
THIS WEEK’S MEETING
Meeting of “The Best Rotary club in the District” was proudly called to order by Mel Gallegos at 7:30 a.m. The invocation was given by Father Joe. After the pledge allegiance, Linda Jalving, led us in a group song of “Row, Row, Row Your Boat” in 2 part harmony!
SGT. AT ARMS
Paul Marsh awarded his raffle winners and responded to a few “Bitches and Braggs” from our members.
GUESTS
Pete McGuire introduced our handful of visitors this morning.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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October 24: Holes for Heroes is looking for sponsors and players.
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President Mel reminded us to sign up for the inspiring Foundation Seminar on September 13. Check the district website for registration. www.rotary5340.org
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Melissa Blackburn– talked about “Voices for Children” – an organization that are legal advocates for foster children.
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Jeramy Larson acknowledged some of our Club members who brought in the most new members so far.
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Jonathan Stone reminded us about our annual “Holes for Heroes” golf tournament on October 24. We need more golfers and sponsorships as well as auction items.
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Mike Whitehurst discussed the importance of the R.I. Foundation and presented a Paul Harris Fellow to Father Joe.
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We continued to pass around our white “Polio Pig” – we will do this weekly and visualize a fat pig – one that is worth at least a $1,000 by this Spring to help eradicate polio worldwide.
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Pete Tereschuck retired from 20 plus years with the SD Trolley Transit and now plans to attend our meetings more regularly.
THIS WEEK'S PROGRAM
Jeannie Merrill introduced our speaker, Louis Frick, Executive Director for Access to Independence. ( a2i) This organization has provided resources to people with disabilities for over 32 years. Louis shared that he became a paraplegic at the age of 19. During the 70’s our society and laws changed and provided more opportunities and access to disabled people. Counseling programs and advanced technology now make it possible for disabled people to live and contribute to society. “Independent Living” provides programs and tools for options in making choices on how to direct their lives. The organization has a strong connection with Seniors and the 20% of our San Diego disabled population. Obstacles to overcome is society’s attitudes, lack of awareness and affordable housing.
The meeting was adjourned promptly at 8:30 a.m.
Marty Hess (Administration – Non Profit-- proposed by Karny Stefan)
Robyn Bottomly (Consultant – Non Profit-- proposed by Leah Swearingen)
Pauline Lim (Real Estate Sales/Education, --transfer from Shelter Island Rotary)
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