The meeting started at 12 pm by President John Olson. It was the 5th meeting of the year, virtual meeting #21 and the 5,358th of the club.

 

President John lead the Pledge of Allegiance. 

 

Dr. Paul Stoot provided the Thought of the Day, A Prayer about “Walk with us” through this time.

 

 

No Visiting Rotarians.

 

Guests: Fred Safstrom introduced Gary McLean, neighbor of President John and Ralph Quaas introduced Liz Stenning, Downtown Everett Association Executive Director.

 

Board Meeting – President John gave a summary of the July 31^st Board meeting.

 

Strategic Plan – President John would like the committees to incorporate the Strategic Plan into their work.

 

Get well wishes for Katrina Koontz

 

Committee Meetings – Tammy Dunn reported that there are 6 Rotarians who are can help coordinate committee meetings via Zoom meeting link. Also, Sheldon Johnson has offered a meeting room at the Delta Hotel Everett for the members who would like to meet in person.

 

Rich Toyer had a birthday and was “bellringer” happy.

 

Erik Samuelson was $42 happy for his birthday.

 

Tammy Dunn gave a “bellringer” for being late with birthday bucks.

 

Amy Norman was “bellringer” happy for being at the meeting.

 

Sean Kelly was “bellringer” happy as he is having fun putting together the programs.

 

 

Raffle is next week, August 11^th. Donate $20 online on Monday and Tuesday, August 10-11, will get your name in the raffle. Who’s name will be drawn?

 

 

President John Olson introduced Dr. Daria Willis, Everett Community College President.

 

Dr. Daria Willis thanked her Board of Trustees for their commitment and support. This year the Everett Community College Foundation Breakfast was virtual and raised $90,000.

 

When the Coronavirus Pandemic happened in March 2020, the college moved courses to online. Many changes were made including Student Services delivered remotely and daily decision to ensure safety of the staff and students.

 

Remote operations will continue for the fall quarter as Snohomish County remains in Phase 2. There will be limited in-person courses such as programs that need to teach in a lab setting.

 

Everett Community College has had an Equity and Social Justice division for years and now is a critical time to be active in social justice activities.

 

Additional leadership additions including Cathy Leaker, Robert Hill and Phyllis Esposito.

 

The future of high education includes a new Strategic Plan and increased community engagement. Our enrollment for summer has been strong and hope that Fall quarter enrollment will be good. Dr. Daria Willis stated community colleges add value to a community and your help with spreading the word about the college is greatly appreciated.

 

 

President John thanked Dr. Willis for her presentation and the club will donate to the Everett Boys and Girls Club on her behalf. 

 

President John thanked our presenter, happy bucks and bell-ringers.

 

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

Photography submitted,

 

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