Meeting August 18, 2016

Dick Gallagher led us in the Flag Salute.

 

Rich Stewart introduced guests and visiting Rotarians.

 

Visiting from Ventura Downtown was Past President Mario De La Piedra.

 

Guest of Amber Stevens was her mom, Lark Stevens and guests of President Husam were Sharon Daley and Tobias Hildebrand.

 

President Husam gave our Inspirational Message.

 

Greg Frye then delivered our Joke of the Day.

 

Todd Juvonen told us about the Community Service meeting. Community Service will be meeting on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Todd wants Community Service to be driven by our members and thanked Tim Hughes and Jeff Hata for the opportunities they have brought to the club. Todd's commitment is to work with the other clubs to see where we can all work together.

 

The Fundraising committee had a meeting on Tuesday and there were a lot of great ideas presented. It looks like our next "BIG" fundraiser could be an Art Auction. Kris Hansen has done this type of event in the past and it was great for the community. The events were typically a Black Tie event and raised in the area of $17,000 - $20,000. Kris would like ideas and suggestions for charities to partner with. Kris would like to see this event held sometime in the spring.

 

President Husam read a thank you card from Mary Cassey O'Niel thanking us for our donation to the Blanche Reynolds Library.

 

Happy $'s: Bill Gray, Greg Frye, John Masterson and Tim Hughes.

 

John Masterson announced that March 9th would be the departure date for a 4 day cruise to Mexico called the "Rotary Splash Bash!!!" Information will be coming so keep an eye on our club website and future editions of the Breeze. President Husam's vision would be to see the boat filled with Rotarians!!!

 

Alison talked about her 33 mile hike over 3 days last week. 

 

Jeff Hata spoke about Nightmare on the Hill. At this time, we need to be gathering sponsorships. Jeff Hata also said Poinsettia sales are beginning and to see Sara Masterson for order forms.