Assistant Governor, Marilyn Kremer was on hand as DG Paul and Tracy Sincock paid his official visit to our club. She introduced Paul by mentioning that he joined the Plymouth Rotary Club in 1981 and is a second generation Rotarian, was club president in 2001-02 and his passion is the Youth Exchange program. His Father and Mother were both Rotarians. He and his wife are multiple Paul Harris Fellows. Paul is a C.O.G. Award recipient in the 2010-11 year. He is the City Manager of Plymouth for over 17 years.
DG Paul met with then club’s board prior to the regular meeting for an update on what he had accomplished thus far and what we had planned for the future. During his formal presentation Paul started with a selfie as he does when he visits all other clubs. He commended our club on its long, rich history and acknowledged the fact that we will be celebrating our 100th anniversary thanks to 24 charter members in 2021 and one of the oldest clubs in District 6400.
He spoke about how our club and all of the other clubs make a difference around the world. Paul repeated what RI President Barry Rassin says many times and which is his theme this year - “It is our time to be theinspiration.” Paul mentioned his district theme – “Pursue the Dream.” Paul said he wants us to think big particularly in Rotary’s six areas of focus: Clean water, Prevention of Family Disease, Promoting Peace, Maternal Health, Supporting Education, and Growing Local Economies. Walt Disney said “All of our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them!”
One such dream, he said, is the eradication of polio and “it’s a dream that can come true because Rotary has the courage to dream.” Paul made special mention that for every dollar given to eradicate polio, the Gates Foundation will contribute $3!! “Rotary is on the front line of changing peoples’ lives as the Adrian club has with programs like the River Raisin Cleanup as just one example of all of the other things you do”, he said. Paul emphasized RI President Rassin’s priorities for the year: Support and strengthen our clubs (through membership), increasing our humanitarian service (through the RI Foundation), and enhancing our public image and awareness (through RI’s Brand Center via the Internet). DG Paul encouraged our club to contact at least five “Rotary Alumni” and to determine what impact Rotary has made on their lives.
DG Paul encouraged members to consider attending his District Conference in Windsor (Caesar’s Windsor Hotel) scheduled for May 10-12, 2019. It’s the very first time in 40 years, he said, that it will be held within our district! For more information, visit the district’s website at www.rotary6400.org. DG Paul promises that it will have “real take-home value” with many fabulous speakers which starts Friday evening, continues all day Saturday and well into the evening and concluding Sunday morning. Following Paul’s presentation, President Kathye presented him with a wooden plaque in the circular shape of his theme for the year specially made by President-Elect Luke! It was wonderful to see the Sincock’s today.
New Member Induction – DG Paul did the honors and welcomed our newest member, Rachel Kurowski, into our club! Her sponsor is Kathy Williams.
Comstock Christmas Tree Sales – Mark announced that we will be joining Civitan and the City of Adrian for this project again. Our goal is 200 tress this year sold at $50@. Flyer/Order forms are now available.
Sam Beauford Workshop Raffle – Tickets are $5@ or 5 for $20. Grand prize is a hand-made acoustic guitar by a 30 year craftsman from Allen Park valued at $5,000! Drawing is December 7th at Sauce Italian Grill. Be sure and get some.
Fluency Friends - Mary announced that those who have signed up to volunteer this school year will be hearing from Michener Reading Specialist, Kathy Sielsky, with particulars.
Wreath Sales – We need to know by the end of this month how many each member has sold. Delivery date is November 20th. A flyer was sent to every member electronically so they can post on social media. Nate Smith made a plea to all members to sell as many as you can as it is a key fundraiser for our club. Last year, members sold 562 of them!
WLEN Coat Collection Drive – The entire month of October – Seniors Cleaners – that is designed to assist seniors with house cleaning chores. People can donate house cleaning products at the Council on Aging offices and a couple of other locations. If you would like to bring them to Rotary, Kathy Williams said she would be happy to take them with her.
Launch Lenawee – REMEMBER: this is a collaborative with our club, the Lenawee Chamber, and Kiwanis. The first class is scheduled for October. Mark encouraged everyone to go to www.launchlenawee.org and consider becoming a business mentor. There is an application form on the site. Educating, mentoring, micro-loan and networking components to the classes. We need your expertise!
Grosse Ile Rotary Club – REMEMBER: “The Purple Gang’s Hit on Polio Event” on October 14th at the Detroit Yacht Club from 2-6pm. For more info go to: grosseilerotary.org
Upcoming Programs:
October 25 - Marc Stanley - Mediator-Southeastern Dispute Resolution Services November 1 - Rep Tim Walberg - Legislative Update November 8 - Luke Barnett - Basics of Facebook November 15 - TBA
DATES TO REMEMBER
October 24 – Annual End Polio Now Luncheon. It will be held at the Stables in Blissfield this year beginning at 11:45am. Prez Kathye said that she will be presenting a check in the amount of $625 that was collected among our members over the past month! Be sure and wear purple clothing if you will be attending.
November 9 – Salvation Army Kettle Kickoff – Pattie announced this special event. Be sure and mark your calendars. A sign-up sheet will be passed around next week.
November 21 - Joint Kiwanis/Rotary Thanksgiving Luncheon – The Kiwanians will be the host this our club as well as the Morning Club year at LCS. More info coming. A sign-up sheet will be passed around next week.
Guests: AG Marilyn Kremer; Junior Rotarian Elizabeth.
50-50 DRAWING - Frank Dick’s ticket was drawn and won $33 (which he donated back to the club) and then Ray Maxe’s ticket was drawn but he did not pick that special card to win today’s $990 jackpot!
2018-19 RI President Barry Rassin wants Rotary members to Be the Inspiration
Rassin, a member of the Rotary Club of East Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas, unveiled the 2018-19 presidential theme, Be the Inspiration, to incoming district governors at Rotary’s International Assembly in San Diego, California, USA. “I want you to inspire in your clubs, your Rotarians, that desire for something greater. The drive to do more, to be more, to create something that will live beyond each of us.”
Assistant Governor, Marilyn Kremer was on hand as DG Paul and Tracy Sincock paid his official visit to our club. She introduced Paul by mentioning that he joined the Plymouth Rotary Club in 1981 and is a second generation Rotarian, was club president in 2001-02 and his passion is the Youth Exchange program. His Father and Mother were both Rotarians. He and his wife are multiple Paul Harris Fellows. Paul is a C.O.G. Award recipient in the 2010-11 year. He is the City Manager of Plymouth for over 17 years.
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