Weather: It is mild, in the 20s and overcast skies – No precipitation!
Today’s Chair: Ruth Lundin, President, led the Club in the Pledge of Allegiance and the Four-Way Test.
Invocation: Pauline Kline read words of inspiration by Martin Luther King, Jr.
Visiting Rotarians and Guests: President-elect Marion Beckerink introduced Mark Olson’s guest Jason Sample and Becky Robbins’ guest Dr. Fran Lapinski.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The Board of the Rotary Club of Jamestown Community Service Fund proposed a new Mission Statement. Any suggested revisions to the proposed statement should be made to Marion Beckerink by February 1. The statement is included in today’s meeting bulletin and was included as an attachment to an email sent by President Ruth on Monday.
A suggestion to sell Peterson Candies for Easter with a 25% “cut” of sales as a Rotary fundraiser met with lukewarm reaction, so it was decided not to try that avenue of raising money.
Members are needed to deliver March invocations; willing participants should email Paulette Kline. Volunteers are needed for greeters, 50/50 sales and taking money for attendance and should contact Sharon Hamilton to help.
Emily Cama announced that plans are underway for FARCH to take place at the Virtual Golf facility at the Chautauqua Suites, along with entertainment in the Bellini Lounge at the Hotel.
Mike Roberts announced that the Auction Committee meets at noon, this Thursday at Allied Alarm.
Youth Exchange: Drivers are needed to Fredonia and/or Buffalo for three exchange students, going on Thursday, February 1, returning Monday, February 5. If you’re able to help, contact Cheri Maytum Krull. Cherie and President Ruth also have applications for RYLA.
50/50 Winner: Vince Horrigan won the cash!
Sergeant at Arms: Doug Conroe fined Emily Cama as her son was named a Student of the Month at Southwestern Middle School. Joni Blackman was called forward to be recognized for her recent retirement.
Happy Bucks: As noted above came from Vince Horrigan, Amy Rohler, Sue Jones, Mike Roberts and Diana Meckley in honor of Cummins Engine and all they do for the community. Sue and Greg Jones announced that they delivered 175 water filters in Mexico last week and plan to do more – they thanked the Club for its support.