Rotary Log 3-26-19 (Mar 26, 2019)

Rotarians were greeted by Ryan Casey & Kelly Shepherd

President Amy Norman opened the 35^th meeting of her term with the Pledge of Allegiance. All remained standing for Greg Tisdel’s Thought of the Day which was from his granddaughter – quotes from Mark Twain.

Kelly Shepherd introduced the visiting Rotarians and guests:

Visiting Rotarian: no visiting Rotarians.

Larry O’Donnell introduced Anna Marie Lawrence;

Kelli Those introduced her daughter, Holly Thode,

Ralp Quaas introduced his family – Kay Quaas, wife, Kari Quaas, Daughter, Oliver Ross, son-inlaw,

and Betsy Baker Bold introduced our exchange student Melissa Tejada.

Meeting Sponsor: Everett AquaSox – Danny Tetzlaff made a presentation about the Everett AquaSox. The baseball field has been renamed Funko Field due to the six-year partnership with Funko. First home game is Friday, June 21^st. Every Friday will be Funko Fridays with Funko special promotions.

Announcements:

Ralph Quaas 85^th Birthday: We all sang Happy Birthday to Ralph.

Paul Harris Presentations: Mark Valentine handed out Paul Harris pins to Betsy Baker Bold, Walt Greenwood, and Janice Ellis.
Committee Option Forms: Judi announced to everyone to complete the committee option forms and turn back into her.
VOA Food Bank: Judi mentioned that the next opportunity to volunteer is March 28^th from 11 am – 1 pm.
Fireside Update: Sean George reported that the dinner at Gail Larson’s house was fantastic.
Board Meeting, Friday, March 29^th, 7:30 am, 3^rd Flr Chapel at Bethany on Pacific
District Conference, April 12-14^th, special for Saturday/Sunday only.
Save the Date – May 18^th Park Clean Up & May 20^th Scholarship Awards
Congrats Card for Arlington Rotary – Fish Habitat: had the project listed in the District E-newsletter.

Rotary Scholarship: Russ Hermes announced that there are 2 spots left to help with scholarship interviews on April 13^th.

Happy Dollars/Birthday Bucks:

President Amy fined Janice Ellis and Janice was happy for many Rotary activities that she has done.

Tom K is happy about Sean George being voted on to be on the Compass Health Board. Mark Valentine is seeking musicians. Kari Quaas is happy for her dad’s birthday.

Gail Larson announced that she needs guest speakers for Career Day at the high schools. Judi is happy that her Tar Heels are still in March Madness. Russ Hermes is happy for the Mexico vacation that is coming up.

Jerry Tucker is happy for Oregon men & women basketball being in Sweet 16. Betsy Baker Bold happy that her dad is back in town.

Howie Bargreen stated to Mark Valentine that he plays the tuba.

Paul Pitre is happy for his birthday, newspaper article and to be back. Sean George is grateful for being nominated on the board of Compass Health and thank you to Gail Larson and Russ Hermes.

Sean Kelly is happy about King High School placing 3^rd at the Mock Trial State Competition.

Marc Baker is happy to be back in the Pacific Northwest.

Bob Bavasi happy that his daughter was accepted to Doctorial school.

Tom Koenig is happy for his son’s negotiation skills.

Raffle:

Prizes were given to Bob Bavasi, President Amy Norman, and Kelli Thode. Second Chance prize went to Rich Toyer.

Program: “Port of Everett Update” presented by Les Reardanz introduced by Greg Tisdel

Les Reardanz discussed the Economic Impact of the Port of Everett. He mentioned that the Port is not a countywide port, operates three lines of business and homeport to Naval Station Everett, third largest port in the state, and 1^st in state at $29 billion in exports. He talked about the Port’s Vision (Strategic Snapshot). It important for a balanced waterfront – working waterfront and destination waterfront. The Port is involved with workforce development efforts such as summer interns, career fairs, and Everett Community College running start Program (ORCA) and welding certification programs. The terminal area is being renovated so that it may handle larger cargo and the Riverside Business Park is taking shape with more businesses. The Port of Everett is focused on economic development.

Paul Pitre and

Judi Edwards was given a “Thank You” Award.

Thank you from President Amy - Be an Inspiration!

Next Program: “Paine Field Update” presented by Bruce Fisher introduced by Glen Bachman

This week's crew:

Reporter: Tammy Dunn

Photographer: Walt Greenwood