Rotary Log 4-23-19 (Apr 23, 2019)

THE ROTARY CLUB OF EVERETT

Meeting of April 23, 2019 #39 (5297) was called to order by President, Amy Norman who then led the Pledge of Allegiance with the assistance of the younger sister of a student of the month. Our greeters today were Joe Gaffney and Andy Hall.

Thought of the Day from Lance Balla was in inspirational story of people with severe ALS symptoms who learned to rise above their limitations.

Introduction of Visiting Rotarians and Guests by Andy Hall included Doug Jones from La Conner Rotary who was selling tulips to fund-raise for his Rotary Club’s scholarships and wheelchair participation;

Johnny Miller who was a scholar to Africa and came to thank Rotary for the opportunity to go; Jane Webber, guest of Mark Valentine; and

David Cope, guest of Kaye Phinney.

Announcements:

Catering contract will go up $1– Amy Norman

Music 4Life – Jane Webber came to say thanks for funding so that youth could have instruments. They will perform on May 9^th at the Historic Theatre

Rotary Park Clean-up – Jerry Tucker says the BBQ will be good if you show up on May 18 for the clean-up!

Seattle Storm Fellowship – Judi Edwards reminded us that next Tuesday is the opportunity to fellowship with the Storm at Scuttlebutts.
Save the Date –May 20^th Scholarship Awards
Card for Rose Goulet, sinus surgery
Melissa is performing in “Footloose” on May 4^th, 10^th and 11^th.
Announcement from Glen Bachman that WEST MARINE VIEW DRIVE WAS TO BE CLOSED FOR 3 WEEKS

Happy Dollars/Birthday Bucks included 61 birthday bucks from __; Lance Bella celebrated a student with ability to use eyes to make body movements; Johnny Miller gave $20 for Rotary’s contribution to his life path from Everett to Capetown;

Katrina’s son is starting pitcher at EHS game

Raffle included Cherry Cheesecake (to celebrate the “day”), espresso beans and wine and went to Dave Schlosser,

Kelly Those, and

John Olson.

Program: “Regional Apprenticeship Program” presented by Nate Nehring introduced by Glen Bachman

County Councilman Nate Nehring told us that the trades did not have sufficient employees to meet the needs in Snohomish County. To improve the situation, a collaboration is developing programs and curriculum for apprenticeships, state certification with the goal of addressing the gap and producing opportunities for potential workers graduating high school and for retraining. Funding is a barrier—for buildings to train in and for equipment, instruments, need $1.5 million from state, requested calls to legislature. Grateful to partners such as community college, skill center.

Thank yous from President Amy. Presented Inspiration award to Dave Schlosser for his service to the community and to Rotary as a 2^nd generation board member.

Meeting adjourned.

Next Program: “HopeWorks Update” presented by Ed Petersen introduced by Fred Safstrom

This week's crew:

Reporter: Barbara George

Photographer: Walt Greenwood