THE ROTARY CLUB OF EVERETT Meeting of July 31, 2018 #5 (5263) was called to order by President Amy Norman who then led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Tara Eckstrom and Mike Holcomb greeted us at the door. The Thought of the Day was a touching “Thank You” prayer by Paul Stoot which included thanks for his mother visiting from Houston. Introduction of Visiting Rotarians and Guests was accomplished by Mike Holcomb and included John Plakos Pres Elect of South Whidbey; Dan Davis, guest of Sean George; Trond Bodal Emerald City, Servco Ins; Debbie Bodal, Lynnwood Club and A. Bassier Paul’s mother (sorry, I couldn’t read the writing.) Announcements: Aquasox’s Fellowship and the WCS trip to Dajabon was announced by Greg Lineberry. Rotary Youth Exchange by Jessica Mitchell. Amy Norman reminded us of the the Wheelchair Project, purchasing early and being rewarded with a visor printed up for us by Howie Bargreen and shirt orders. Amy also noted the cards for Ted Wenta (fighting cancer) and for Steve McGraw (brother-in-law passed away) She also told us that Mark Nesse’s cancer had returned and he was not well. Happy Dollars/Birthday Bucks/Raffle .jpg) Joe Clays was happy with 58 birthday dollars, to have found his keys and his last days at HopeWorks because it’s back to banking at First Financial; Greg Lineberry was sorry to have walked away with Joe’s keys and about the $5 to open the safe deposit box; Ralph Quaas was happy for 32nd wedding anniversary. Judi handed out raffle prizes of wine, espresso and a selection of hats to Henry, Greg Lineberry and Steve Ellis. .jpg) Program: Glen Bachman introduced Bob Lockyear to talk about the “Navy League”. The Navy League was encouraged by Teddy Roosevelt to inform about the public about the local sea service and youth involvement and to get Congress to appropriate funding. The Lake Washington/Everett Council has 222 members, Coast Guard cutters, Everett Station is the 4th largest employer, 2 schools in Issaquah, experienced sailors on the Nimitz in Bremerton but the admirals office is in Everett. Their bi-annual dinner to promote the sea services, recognize the sailors and sea cadets is held at Scuttlebutts. He talked about the 80 cadets and their two week boot training and adding your support to their futures. He asked us to join the Navy League for $55 and provided forms. President Amy thanked our guests, contributors and a special thank you to Jessica Mitchell for her outstanding work on our behalf, attending numerous trainings and being an inspiration to us all. Meeting adjourned. |
