The Rotary Club of Everett
Meeting of May 19, 2020 #44, (5,348) Virtual #10 was called to order by President Steve Miller. he Pledge of Allegiance was led by Jason Bighaus. The Thought of the Day was provided by Will McMahan who summed up how our Rotary activities worked better as we work to God's purpose.
VISITING ROTARIANS & GUESTS
Visiting Rotarians: None Guests: Will McMahan introduced his guests, Eric Irelan, Jacon Campbell, John Olson introduced his guest, Everett Community College President, dr. Daria Willis, and Deane Minor introduced his guest Shannon Marsh.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- President Steve asked members to get their People’s Choice Award nomination votes in. He also reminded us that get well wishes needed to be sent to Jerry Tucker since there were no cards to sign.
- Dick Schlosser provided the membership moment by telling us that he was convinced that spending the time with Rotary would his business and help him learn about his community. He concluded by saying that you could get out what you put in.
- Kelly Shepherd reminded us of the Virtual Happy Hour, May 21, 5:30 PM.
- President Steve reminded us of the Food Bank and Blood Drive opportunities for a Make-up.
- Steve McGraw asked us to send in our survey for the Strategic Plan.
- Nick Hansen reported that the Clothes for Kids schedule was being revamped. More later.
- Wick Temple will hold the raffle on the second Tuesday of the month. Donate through the website at $20 per ticket.
HAPPY DOLLARS/BIRTHDAY BUCKS
Many Rotarians gave happy dollars and birthday bucks today.
PROGRAM
Steve Miller introduced Tammy Dunn who presented the Rotary Program: “Snohomish County Sports Tourism”
Tammy serves with the Snohomish County Sports Commission as the Sports Executive Director overseeing and implementing the mission “of the Commission” to be the premier sports destination for Snohomish County. residents. They assist in providing events, development of facilities, and focus on youth. They provide millions of dollars in tourism, food, transportation and lodging within the county.
The impact includes 132 sports activities, 28,008 room nights and $33,933,361. The COVID19 issue cost significant revenue.
She spoke of the importance of youth sports including $19.1 impact nationally and the growth from 2.25 to 4.1 % larger revenue driver in the country, greater than the NFL or the MLB. Their funds come from tourism dollars. She explained how they worked in advance, coordinating sports activities in venues throughout Snohomish County.
CONCLUSION
President Steve thanked Tammy for her presentation, others for their contributions, Eric Irelan for visiting.
Rotary Connects the World
Respectfully submitted,
Barb George
Photography submitted,
Tammy Dunn
Next Program:
“Stop the Bleed” Introduced by Tina Gilson, Presented by Heather Case
