Copy of Rotoscoop 110519 (Nov 17, 2020)

If you are interested in viewing today's virtual Rotary meeting, please click the following link:

And, if you haven't paid your sheriff's fines yet (or wish to donate more to continue our local charitable work), please do so at the bottom of the following link:

https://www.rochesterrotaryclub.org/page/covid-19

President David Eardley opened the virtual meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance, then we recited the Four Way Test. Lunch was served.

Renee Cortright gave the invocation to our club today.

ATTENDANCE

There were 46 Rotarians present, and no guests. Lets change that, bring a friend!!

15th HANDSHAKE

President David announced to the club Ron Lichtle. Congratulations Ron!

HAPPY BUCKS

Our club had so much to be happy about this week:

Linda Eastman is excited that so many people were ready and willing to help with our weekly meeting invocation

Bill Ebinger was excited that our first wedding at Rotary Gateway Park was a success

Russ Shelton gave a $30 happy buck as the day marked his 30th anniversary with his lovely wife Kathy

David Eardley was excited that his father got an offer on his home

Vince Mattina was delighted that although the storms of the weekend were bad, they gave him extra time with his grandchildren

Ray Doerr was happy that George Krozier is recovering well following his shoulder surgery

Christine Hage was happy about the wonderful time she got to share with her grandchildren

Tate Vo was happy she survived her 61 mile bike ride on Saturday and even happier that it rained on Sunday to save her from another 61 miles

Peter Stuhlreyer was happy that the golf applications were present and ready to be filled out. Don't forget to get your foursome signed up!!

Bryan Barnett was thrilled that the splash pad on Auburn Rd is completed. Everyone make sure to stop by and see this amazing new addition to our community!

ROTARIAN OF THE WEEK

Annette Werner will be holding on to the Rotarian of the Week title until her return to town on August 3rd.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Bill Ebinger let us know that our August 3rd meeting will take place at the Rotary Park to dedicate the Gazebo. If there is rain we will be meeting at Rivercrest.

Tim Duncan gave an announcement that Friday July 30th there is a chance for some great Rotarian comradery at the Jimmy John's baseball field complete with All American BBQ and PREMIUM hotdogs. The game starts at 7:05 and doors will open at 6:05.

Tom Neveau gave an announcement about our upcoming social event Friday September 24, 2021 at Rivercrest. They are looking for volunteers. Come join the team to make this another spectacular event!!

Peter Stuhlreyer gave an announcement on the Golf Outing that is taking place on August 31st! There is still time to register a foursome!

Ernie Schaefer kicked off our Paul Harris Award Recognition.

Vito Pampalona honored Wayne with his 4th Paul Harris Award on the merits of his leadership, spirit of philanthropy, and dedication to passing those traits on to the next generation.

Jay Eastman presented Phil Lowman with his 7th Paul Harris for his continued participation in every project that comes his way and his undeniable spirit.

Highlights of the Board Meeting:

We had a membership report and talks of follow ups for those we haven't seen in a while. Tom gave the financial report. The board reviewed the Bylaw feedback and the committee will be meeting with that feedback in mind on August 3rd for those who would like to participate.

We are looking for more hands on projects!! Anyone that has ideas for how we can serve our community better, please bring them to either David Eardley or Rachel Aviles.

We are in search of filling our marketing position. Please keep your eyes open and let us know of any suggestions.

Melinda was admitted as a new member to our club.

We couldn't be more happy to have her!!

BIRTHDAYS AND CLUB ANNIVERSARIES

We had 1 member birthday this week, Jason Brainer. Happy Birthday Rotarian!!

We had 3 club anniversaries Phil McPeek 3 years, Pete Duhamel 56 years and Kathy Losinski 3 years.

SHERIFF'S REPORT

David Blair was our sheriff this week, using his talent for dad jokes to fine us while raising money for our charities. In case you forgot to pay your fines (or wish to give more), please click anywhere on this text and scroll to the bottom of the page, or type in the following link into any browser:

https://www.rochesterrotaryclub.org/page/covid-19

PROGRAM

Our guest was Paula Del Papa, Interim General Manager with Par Pharmaceutical. She has been with the company for 25 years and gave us an interesting dive into the role they've played in the community and Rotary. The company had a huge impact on our fight against polio and continues to provide the lab work required for vaccines that keep our community healthy. They were key in making critical patient care products that were in especially high demand during the pandemic.

We are still on the look for a forever meeting home.

https://www.oakgov.com/covid/dashboard.html

https://rotarymasks.weebly.com/

Yes, this is a challenging time. But, we are Rotarians, we will rise to the challenge, and our resilience and power of adaptation will prevail over this. Thanks everyone, have a great week.

Upcoming meeting schedule:

Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Location: Rotary Gateway Park 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, Mi 48307

If there is rain we will be meeting at Rivercrest 900 W Avon Rd, Rochester Hills, Mi 48307

President David Eardley adjourned the meeting at 1:15 p.m.

Anyone displeased about this summary, does them thereafter...

Rachel Aviles