RB Rotary Meeting on November 9, 2023
Scribe Notes by Sandie Dewane
President Jim Reid called the meeting to order and we recited the 4 Way Test with him. Prior to leading us in the Pledge of Allegiance, Mike Fuqua told us that at U.S. military bases throughout the world everyone pauses when they hear Reveille when the flag is raised and Retreat when the flag is lowered and we heard a recording of each.
Greeter Judy Lutticken introduced 4 guests and Joel Doss led us in singing our Welcome Song. Mike Fuqua gave the inspirational message in the form of an awe-inspiring musical video of “God Bless America.”
Thanks to today’s volunteers: Greeter- Judy Lutticken; Pledge & Inspirational Message- Mike Fuqua;
Scribe- Sandie Dewane; A/V- Dave Brooks; Front Desk- Pat Chaffee, Joel Doss; Sgt. At Arms & Photographer- Bill Brehm; Set up crew -Joel Doss, Bob Vaughn.
Chuck St. Laurent, husband of beloved Arilla, was inducted as an Honorary member of our Club. Welcome Chuck – we hope to see you often.
Gary Saks and Charley Crew were pleased to present a check from our Club Foundation to Dan DeSaeghar of TERI Inc. TERI Inc. provides various services to 900 special needs people of all ages from their San Marcos facility.
Family of Rotary: Sandie Dewane reported that Dan Barrios and Pat Norfolk (Dick’s wife) are having surgeries this week. John O’Neill is working hard to build up his strength.
Fine Master Athenea Luciano collected fines and lots of happy bucks.
Today’s speaker was Tom Hamilton who spoke on “Sustainable Urban Forestry” which was educational and most interesting. Cheryl Roop did the book presentation.
Announcements:
President Jim in negotiations regarding our club contract with The Heights.
President-Elect Terry Heck reported that Board nominations are open; voting in December
Thank you to Jim Hyldahl for the huge success of the Westwood Cleanup on 11/4/23
Nov. 11 – Veterans Day Event at Webb Lake Park with Mary Beth Doss singing the National Anthem
Nov. 16 – RB Community Foundation Thanksgiving Luncheon at RB Inn. No Club Meeting
Nov. 17-18 San Diego Fine Woodworkers Association Holiday Sale, Eastgate Mall off Miramar Rd
Nov. 19 – Poway Symphony Orchestra featuring violin soloist Eugene Drucker.
Dec. 1 – Sees Candy order deadline. Proceeds benefit our scholarship program. On-line sales only; contact Cathy Glover for more information.
Dec. 5 – Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting at Lucia Capital Group. Please be sure to RSVP.
Dec. 7 – Club evening holiday party with the RB Madrigals. Details to follow.
Dec. 9 - Poinsettia pick-up at The Heights Golf Club. Annual fundraiser supporting our military projects is now in progress. Mike Stelman urged us to utilize our contacts to get sales.
March 9, 2024 – Save the date for the District Training Assembly (details to follow)
Shirley Napierala is again coordinating donations to PUSD Giving Tree (formerly known as Adopt-A-Family) to help bring a bit of holiday cheer to struggling families with a focus on families living at or near the property level and families in crisis. Please make checks payable to RB Rotary Club Foundation and give them to Shirley.
Terri Hunter is coordinating her annual pajama drive for kids of all ages this holiday season. She will have more details for us at our next meeting.
Next meeting: November 30. Speaker is Steve Price, CBS News Weekend Anchor – a most unusual story with video.
President Jim closed the meeting with the ringing of the bell.
Respectfully submitted,
Sandie Dewane, Scribe
