The Bulletin -- August 26, 2009 (#1005)

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT GOVERNOR, ARNOLD LAWRENCE (LEFT), GAVE AN INSPIRING PRESENTATION WHICH INCLUDED GREAT PRAISE FOR PLATTSBURGH’S ROTARY CLUB. HE IS SHOWN ABOVE WITH ASSOCIATE DISCTRICT GOVERNOR, JIM BENNETT OF THE SUNRISE CLUB.

Program: District Governor’s Visit: Arnold Lawrence

“I spend a lot of my time with Rotary International traveling to the 25 clubs in the district. I look closely at them, measuring them against four different pillars. Let’s spend a little time talking about your club and see how you did,” began Arnold Lawrence, District Governor.

The four categories Lawrence looks at start with community. One of the components of community is developing sustainable programs, and the Plattsburgh Rotary Club has no shortage of these. Lawrence was particularly impressed with the Rotaract Program.

The international community mustn’t be left out of the equation. Once again, the club has set an example to others by seeing the Nicaragua Latrine Project through to completion.

The Rotary Foundation is a key category as well. It defines who we are and what we are. Lawrence said, “I know you’ve supported it before, and you’ll really support it this year.”

Last and of great importance is fostering leadership among the club. Developing an environment that encourages new members to join and then stay involved is key.

“I was very impressed with your Membership Committee and its program. Actually being here today, I’ve realized that your program is unique in the district and something I’d like to promote to other clubs,” he said.

In sum, he was very impressed with our club and how well we measure up as a whole. He looks forward to seeing more district level leadership develop from our ranks in the coming years.

On a parting note, Lawrence encouraged members to get involved with the upcoming 2010 RI Conference. They are looking for volunteers to help visitors find their way around Montreal.

Visiting Rotarians: Hannah Hanford (Amherst, VA), Jim Bennett (Sunrise Club), Charlie Lewis (Naples, FL)

Guests: Tim Boshart (Bob Parks); Terrianne Pavone (Kit Booth); Paul Heller (Alan Booth)

Announcements:

• Sara Rowden: Rotary Bike Day will be held Wednesday, Aug. 23. There will be two different rides (2hr/3hr), so sign up early for a great day!

Fines:

• Steve Frederick was fined for his CCC Regatta photo.
• Josh Kretser was fined $3 for his photo announcing the grand opening of POD Studio.
• Kit Booth spun an “All Pay” ($1) for a picture of him and his wife, Sally, who were celebrating their wedding anniversary.

Happy Birthday Colin Read! (8/26)

Bonnie’s Bucks:

• Josh Kretser (POD Studio) is hosting the 2009 Wedding and Event Expo on Saturday Aug. 29 at 65 Court St. from 12 to 3 p.m. It is free to the community and will host over 20 area vendors. Suggested donations will go to Norte MAAR.
• Amy Kretser: There will be a benefit for Gordon Hazel on 8/30 from noon until the evening at the Naked Turtle. Everyone is invited to support his battle with cancer and/or help he and his family with costs associated with continued travel to Philadelphia for treatments.
• Jody Carpenter is proud to announce her 12-year-old daughter just made the Peru’s varsity soccer team.
• Bob Smith is celebrating his 37th wedding anniversary.
• Sara Rowden announced that the public hearing scheduled for tonight (8/26) at the Clinton County Government Center at 7pm for a discussion on term limits.
• Kit Booth is still looking for parade marshals for the Battle of Plattsburgh! Please lend a hand if you can.
• Paul Heller brought to light that his mission in Africa is to care for children in crisis who have been orphaned or abandoned.
• Rick Leibowitz has just returned from Ketchikan where he celebrated his anniversary with his wife. He did a make up there at his first Rotary club and is proud to say that he was the duck in their “I Did A Duck” fundraiser.

Hannah Hanford was welcomed back as a visiting Rotarian now living in Amherst, Virginia. She spent time catching up with fellow Rotarians Alan Booth (center) and Bill Rowe (left).

Membership Committee; Bob Parks: Bob pointed the club’s attention to the business card at each place setting. It includes information about the club and is a great way to get new members introduced. Write your name on the bottom so the potential member has a way of contacting you with questions or further interest in joining the club.

Also, congratulations to Ed Marin who received his blue badge.

Roducky Derby Committee — Ellen Bouchard: Ellen shared updates for the upcoming Roducky Derby on Saturday, Sept. 12. She is still looking for volunteers to sell ducks at Walmart on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 29 & 30 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. both days. Also, the ducks are missing! If anyone knows where they are being stored, please let Ellen know as soon as possible.

T-Shirts: Jody Carpenter is passing around a shirt sign up sheet. The cost is $27. Please pay as soon as possible. Checks can be made to CASH or to Plattsburgh Rotary Club.

Makeups: Online; B. Delventhal & J. Kerley (8/12).

Another Candle Burning For: Bob Perkins (9/2); Brian Hammond (9/3); John Boule and Cathy Forget (9/4)

50/50: Two of Hearts is the card to get this time. Arnold Lawrence picked the 3 of diamonds.

NEW MEMBER PROPOSAL

The following persons have been proposed by the Membership Committee and Board of Directors. If there are no objections registered with the Club Secretary or President within 10 days, the two individuals will be asked to join our club:

Name: Terianne Pavone
Business: Pine Harbour Assisted Living
Position: Community Relations Director
Classification Assisted Living — Community Relations
Membership: Active
Previous Rotary Membership: N/A
Proposed by: Kit Booth

Name: Jack Helfgott
Business: Yipes Signs and Graphics
Position: Business Manager
Classification Signs and Graphics Company — Manager
Membership: Active
Previous Rotary Membership: N/A
Proposed by: Bob Parks

Rotary Trivia
Did you know…?
The Rotary emblem was printed on a commemorative stamp for the first time in 1931 at the time of the Vienna Convention.

Trivia from 8/19: The question: Where is Rotary International located? Answer: Stan Ransom gave a correct answer with Evanston, Illinois.

 

 

 

 

 

 

NEW MEMBER PROPOSAL The following persons have been proposed by the Membership Committee and Board of Directors. If there are no objections registered with the Club Secretary or President within 10 days, the two individuals will be asked to join our club: Name: Terianne Pavone Business: Pine Harbour Assisted Living Position: Community Relations Director Classification Assisted Living — Community Relations Membership: Active Previous Rotary Membership: N/A Proposed by: Kit Booth Name: Jack Helfgott Business: Yipes Signs and Graphics Position: Business Manager Classification Signs and Graphics Company — Manager Membership: Active Previous Rotary Membership: N/A Proposed by: Bob Parks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rotary Fun Fact:
The first Foundation donation was made in 1917 by the Rotary Club of Kansas City, MO in the amount of $26.50.

Trivia from 8/19: The question: Who invented the four-way system? CJ Soper won two Battle of Plattsburgh buttons for his correct answer: Herbert Taylor.

Upcoming Programs: Go to Membership Duties List