We held an open meeting last Thursday and welcomed back Rotarians we have not seen in a while.
Invocation was given by Jean Bendix, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and the Four-Way Test.
Visitors
Fred Hicks, former Newark Rotarian and The Villages Rotary Club member
Long-Time-No-See Rotarians Returned!
It was great to see Pat Albrecht and JJ Cotter back at our meeting!
Wellness
Jean Salisbury was moved to a care facility in Largo, FL. Paul reported she is feeling frustrated.
We were sad to learn that Ken George’s grandson, Daniel, passed away unexpectedly yesterday.
Announcements
- Lynn Mooney was selling tickets for the Newark Rotary Foundation raffle. Tickets are $100 each.
- Mitch thanked everyone who signed the letter to support the new hotel and conference center in Newark.
- The Erie Canal and Route 88 cleanup will take place on April 22. We will meet in front of The Arc at 9 AM. Those participating in the Route 88 cleanup will meet in front of Cornell Coop.
- Gary Reilly spoke about the Camp Onseyawa Golf Tournament on June 10.
- Michele McManus asked people to sign up for the Rotary Foundation Silent Auction at the District Conference.
- Norma spoke about the District Conference. The location will be in Bloomfield and the cost will be much lower than in past conferences.
- Norma also spoke about the District Training Assembly on April 22.
- Linda recognized Laura Snyder, who thanked the club for the Newark Rotary Salutes at the hospital. Laura passed around thank you notes from workers at the hospital.
- Bob Goodman Blood Drive will take place on April 26. Volunteers are needed.
- Jean is interested in organizing a group to clean the canal banks with kayaks. The commitment is from Newark to Macedon. Susie Earl was the first volunteer.
- Malwina moved to her third host family. Last week she and her host family went to Washington, DC. The saw cherry blossoms, visited museums and the Library of Congress. She is staying with the Visingard family and lives in Mary Jo’s old house.
Queen of Hearts - Dave Johnson did not pick the queen of hearts. Better luck next week!
Birthdays
Wendy Hilber, Jan Hence, Dave Johnson
We all sang happy birthday led by Josh Washburn.
Wedding Anniversaries
Mary Fitch - 13 years
Bruce and Gail Chambers - 54 years
Club Anniversary
Pam Gardner - 33 years
Open Meeting - A discussion of How the Club Functions
Questions:
1. What happens on July 1st every year? A new Rotary year begins.
2. How does one become board member? A nominating committee selects candidates and the election is held during the annual meeting in December.
3. What is Camp Onseyawa? It’s a camp for children with disabilities sponsored by Rotarians in Ontario, Seneca, Yates and Wayne counties.
4. Who are the on Board of Directors?
Club Officers:
President - Mitch Ruffalo
President Elect - Adam O.
President Nominee - Jim Weiler
Past President - Melissa Correia
Secretary - Jeff Patchen
Treasurer - Kevin Mooney
Sergeant at Arms - Marc Kreuser
Directors:
Mary Jo Fenyn
Doug Forgue
Mike Muscolino
Karen Quartaro
Jorge Bueso
Michele McManus
Sharon SanAngelo
Pat Albrecht
Lynne Mooney
Committees include: Administration, International, Membership, Community Service, Onsewaya, DEI, District Grants, Fundraising, Global Grants, Blood Drives, Salvation Army Bell Ringers, Scholarships, Public Image, Youth Service, Nominating, Programs, Wellness
Mitch asked for more participation from all club members. We need fresh new ideas.