Meeting of April 2, 2018 #36 (5294). Members were greeted by Eric Anderson and Len Maio. President Amy Norman welcomed everyone.
We were led in the Pledge of Allegiance by Paul Stoot’s guest, a young man named Kyle, celebrating his 7th birthday. Paul then gave the Thought of the Day.
Eric Anderson introduced Lyanne Rolf, Visiting Interact Club Rotarian from Arlington Boys and Girls Club; AnnaMarie Jackson Lawrence, guest of Larry O’Donnell, and Aubrie Davidson.
Announcements:
Todd Morrow sent a hello message and advised us that he has joined the Oak Harbor Club.
Anna Marie Jackson Laurence was proposed by Larry O’Donnell, Classification – Past Service – Law and was inducted by President Amy. Larry’s family and Anna Marie have a very neighborly history.
Lyanne Rolf and Aubrie Davidson came selling flower bowls to raise funds for Arlington Interact Club.
Committee Option Form was passed around by Judi Edwards. This was the last week to select a committee to serve on, then the assignment process takes over.
Mark Valentine presented the last of his Paul Harris awards to Kari Petrasek.
Brian Hollingshead invited everyone to the Happy Hour Social at the Courtyard Marriott on Thursday evening, April 11.
Yet another announcement regarding the District Conference April 12-14th, special for Saturday/Sunday only.
Save the Dates – May 18th Park Clean-up & May 20th Scholarship Awards
Russ Kimball invitation to join his team for April 13.
President Amy (by our resident pirate…no names) for Rotarians present at Maddy’s retirement party who were not wearing their Rotary pins.
Happy Dollars/Birthday Bucks
Bob Bavasi started off by offering $200 for a celebration of 35 years of baseball in Everett and 35 years of working with the Everett School District for the benefit of the community; John Olson announced Jessica Mitchell is now serving on Tina’s board; Don Steward is celebrating his 40th anniversary; Kari celebrated her birthday; Kyle celebrated his 7th birthday and that the Lord does provide; Jim Staniford was happy about the Tips; Don Senter was happy he didn’t have to pay for his daughter’s wedding because she is self sufficient;
Mary was happy about an invitation for the presentation to her of the Mayor's award;
Paul was happy that the job hunt is finally over. George Bowden invited members to participate in the Shopping Spree for AVID students on June 6.
Raffle
Jim Schrader, Howie Bargreen and Don Senter were the raffle winners of plants and Girl Scout cookies.
Program:
Glen Bachman introduced the program: “Paine Field Update” presented by Bruce Fisher. Bruce told us about his position with the City of Everett at Paine Field’s new airport. He said that it had been a training airport during the war and a military base following the war. It has hosted Alaska Airlines, air shows, Boeing and more on it’s 1300 acres. It’s now operated by the City of Everett, is self sustaining, the economic engine of a $20 million operation. He told of the Dream-Lifter 747s, Propeller airports, public master plan, a shortage of pilots, and parking issues.
President Amy thanked Bruce Fisher with our traditional wheelchair gift certificate and thanked guests and donors. She then presented Steve Miller her Inspiration Award for his hard work and preparation for his coming presidency. She encouraged us all to say yes to his requests for service. Meeting was adjourned.
This week's crew:
Reporter: Barbara George
Photographer: Tara Eckstrom
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