MEETING RECAP
Saturday, June 4, 2022
By: Mary MarlinJune has arrived.
THE LAKEWOOD KEY
And June has arrived! Did you know that June 21st or 22nd will be the longest day of the year? And you thought that 2021 was the longest year ever! Well, we're halfway through 2022 so bring on the fun! Jim Rooks, our esteemed president, gonged (is that a word?) the meeting to order and welcomed all members and guests to our lovely, harmonious and food-filled meeting place. He then requested that Jan Gee give our invocation which she thoughtfully did. Carl Bronkema led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Kudos were given to Rob Erb and his amazing assistants Tom George, Kendra Riconosciuto, Terry Roarke and Bob Martin. Greg Rediske took note of fines. Greg Horn and Chuck Hellar were at the raffle table. Bud Montgomery accepted Foundation offers and Yours Truly attempted to keep track of the meeting as the Bulletin will be read soon by all....maybe. Walt Richardson was diligent getting pictures too.
Christian Tomlinson from Puyallup is in Puyallup Rotary and he came to visit our club and is even going to join!! Welcome, Christian! Barlow Buescher brought a guest, Eric Spitzer from Corvallis. Ron Banner, our speaker of the day, introduced Carol Jacobs, the VP of the Clover Park School Board. Puffins were then asked to stand to a round of applause. Our Puffins are Connie Coleman-Lacadie, Anthony Veliz, Bob Martin, Andy Phillips, Angela Connelly, Dwight Williams, Linda McDermott, Veronica Bronkema, Hank Kerns, Julie White and Tony Camoroda. Oh, and Sam Hunter was given a generous applause for coming to the meeting.
Above: Don Daniels, one man world community service committee
President Jim then asked fellow Rotarian Don Daniels to tell us about his charitable contributions to numerous cities across the world and how he has managed with fellow Rotarians to make such a difference for those living in places many people have never visited. Don said he had had so much pleasure the last 25 years meeting Rotarians around the world and being able to make a difference in the places he's traveled. Several Rotary projects were mentioned. In Mazatlan, Mexico necessary medical supplies were made available. In Morocco purified water was made available just as in Ecuador as citizens were taught to change dirt to beneficial soil. Deaf children were educated with sign language before starting school rather than being left behind. In Tahiti a project was set up to address the need for students with disabilities. In Tulum sewing machines were made and could be sold to keep the project going. Water fountains were purified and ended the need for Coke that children drank because of polluted water. Eventually, the plastic was also used to keep that water available, so the trash was no longer trash but a necessary item for water availability. Rotary members also set up new curriculums in schools like music, yoga, painting, and drama to name a few. Rotary now goes inland to villages along with the Red Cross to help with dental issues, among other needed services. Don said the Rotary Wheel is everywhere. Students even greet the Rotarians with music as they visit. A video also shared a thankful member who works at a school and how different she said things now are for her students as well as for the staff. And the Rotary staff is growing! Please contact Don Daniels if you want to contribute to World Community Service. Well done, Don! Not stopping soon either. You set the bar high for Service Above Self!
Health and Wellness:
Eric Warn gave the health and wellness report. Carole Wier appreciated the flowers the club sent recently and she is looking forward to coming back to meetings. Gary Barton's son's memorial will be (was) held on Saturday at 10:30. On a different note, Greg Rediske revealed a story about Barlow Buescher and the day at the park when they were there together with their dogs. Apparently, the dogs became agitated and somehow Barlow was knocked down and had to wait awhile to help his back. Plenty of spectators were apparently available and two women RN's came to his rescue. Greg marveled at Barlow's "style" as he requested the three of them needed to "pause" and recover. Might have meant that the "paws" need recovering? (Greg's take on the event! Good thing he paid $20 for storytelling!!)
Above: Greg Rediske, storyteller
Greg Horn then gave the latest info on birthdays and anniversaries with help from Bob Martin. Here are the facts:
Anniversaries:
Mary Jo Copland...21years
Ron Banner...24
Jay Mayer...30
Joan Strait...32
Jason Whalen...35
Joe Quinn...54
Ed Shannon...56
Steve Mazoff...57
Bob Lordahl...63
Bob Hammar ...65
and Duncan Cook...66!! Well done, team!!
Birthdays:
James Guerrero...June 1
Leanna Albrecht...June 2
Astrid Arola...June 2
Don Anderson...June 3
Kim Prentice...June 7
Paula Olson...June 9
Connie Coleman- Lacadie...June 15
Jason Whalen...June 18
Chris Kimball...June 19
Mo Sarram...June 20
Andrew Neiditz...June 21
Eric Warn...June 23
Mike Murtha...June 24
Don Daniels...June 25
Jan Gee...June 29
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL!!
Announcements....
Anne Enquist, with her cool Top Gun T-Shirt, then reminded MANY people to be seated at the Lakewood Theatre at 3:55 on June 5th after checking in with Steve, and then attend a delicious barbeque and drinks at their house. Park near their house across the street at Lakewold Gardens. Thanks were given to Mazoffs, Barb Spriggs, the Wilcox team, the Selden family, the Pres, Eric Quinn and Donna and Andy Phillips. Jan Gee reminded others to register for the Installation Dinner on our website or check with John Lowney for info.
Also, the DUES ARE DUE!! (REMINDER)
The Lakewood Chamber of Commerce and Jan Gee invite you to meet the candidates on June 9th from 5:30-7:30, June 10th from 5:30-7:40, and June 11th from 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon at First Baptist Church at 5400 112th Street SW in Lakewood. Bring your questions and suggestions for candidates! Jan then generously donated $50. Kendra Riconosciuto mentioned that the opportunity for a tenth or eleventh grader to participate in RYLA from June 8th to the 11 would be welcomed. One student is not able to come to the YMCA Camp in Longbranch so another space is available. Make a note that Revive Yoga is also taking donations for the Little Free Pantry. Next week Jason Whalen, the soon-to-be-president, will be heading up the meeting regarding new ideas for strategic planning. Bring your ideas!
Rotaract Committee will be headed now by Veronica Bronkema and members will meet downstairs after the regular meeting today. Mary Horn reminded us that the Beer Festival is back and it's super easy to sign up (said Bill Potter) so just do it.
More Generous Giving?
Fortunately, there was little time for fines (hey, that rhymes), so people took a breath, as needed.
Above: Ron Banner
PROGRAM: Then Anthony Veliz generously introduced our speaker of the day, Ron Banner, the Superintendent of the Clover Park School District. Here are some of the adjectives he mentioned about Ron....committed to his students and staff, respectful of others, empathetic to the difficulties that arise, amazing person to know, and Anthony was honored and impacted by Ron and appreciates how the community is impacted by his leadership. Ron, then, with his charming sense of humor, came to the front of the room and looking concerned said, "So I was looking for that person he was talking about! And, by the way, if you have questions about anything I talk about feel free to ask our helpful mayor!" With that, Ron then gave us current information regarding Clover Park School District. Here are a few statistics that you will find interesting. The district has almost 12,000 students, a diverse population, 65.9% in poverty, 448 homeless, 16.6% Special Ed., 14.5% English language learners, nearly 10% mobility rate (some military, other reasons as well), and 33% of families are military. With Covid difficulties many challenges were and are evident. The efforts were to minimize exposure, work with labor and industry and change every day if needed, look for the "best/worst deal" to solve problems, follow protocols, remember it's better together to make things happen, (sound like Rotary?) ,tighten down the hatches, make Zoom available, get computers and outlets to families that don't have access, extend day science and early literacy tutoring, and celebrate the 94% graduation rate for continuously enrolled students. Some tough issues are the 4th and 5th graders and 9th graders with transition efforts. Social emotional health issues are difficult to manage and major efforts are being made to assist students who have negatively been impacted by so much isolation. Connection to health resources is paramount and ongoing.
Partnerships and teams are making it easier and faster to get help. The military helps too. Money helps with some answers and the school board hopefully will be giving approval for needed funds. The good news is that financially the audit this year went well. Six students earned ACT 6 Scholarships. Nine students earned Boeing summer internships. Harrison Prep and Lakes have been identified as The Region's Best Schools and Open Door has earned National Accreditation. Free Meals are available for students throughout the year, the summer and Break Bags are contributed by local charities. Mr. Banner is a man who follows his heart and believes that "We are going to strive for the kids" as "Lakewood Comes Together". He acknowledged...."We've done pretty good." The applause at the end of his speech affirmed it!
Above: And look who won the Drawing!
The ticket number for the raffle was then called. YES.......Ron Banner got the $5.00. He earned it and much more!! ‘til next time.....yours truly, Mary Marlin
Upcoming LR events:
6/25 Rotary Installation Banquet
7/21 Floating Board Meeting (picnic)
8/20-21 The Courage
9/11-13 Reeder Rotary Roadster Romp to Sun Mountain
12/16 Tom and Jerry Party and President’s Roast
Above: Don Daniels, one man world community service committee
President Jim then asked fellow Rotarian Don Daniels to tell us about his charitable contributions to numerous cities across the world and how he has managed with fellow Rotarians to make such a difference for those living in places many people have never visited. Don said he had had so much pleasure the last 25 years meeting Rotarians around the world and being able to make a difference in the places he's traveled. Several Rotary projects were mentioned. In Mazatlan, Mexico necessary medical supplies were made available. In Morocco purified water was made available just as in Ecuador as citizens were taught to change dirt to beneficial soil. Deaf children were educated with sign language before starting school rather than being left behind. In Tahiti a project was set up to address the need for students with disabilities. In Tulum sewing machines were made and could be sold to keep the project going. Water fountains were purified and ended the need for Coke that children drank because of polluted water. Eventually, the plastic was also used to keep that water available, so the trash was no longer trash but a necessary item for water availability. Rotary members also set up new curriculums in schools like music, yoga, painting, and drama to name a few. Rotary now goes inland to villages along with the Red Cross to help with dental issues, among other needed services. Don said the Rotary Wheel is everywhere. Students even greet the Rotarians with music as they visit. A video also shared a thankful member who works at a school and how different she said things now are for her students as well as for the staff. And the Rotary staff is growing! Please contact Don Daniels if you want to contribute to World Community Service. Well done, Don! Not stopping soon either. You set the bar high for Service Above Self!
Health and Wellness:
Eric Warn gave the health and wellness report. Carole Wier appreciated the flowers the club sent recently and she is looking forward to coming back to meetings. Gary Barton's son's memorial will be (was) held on Saturday at 10:30. On a different note, Greg Rediske revealed a story about Barlow Buescher and the day at the park when they were there together with their dogs. Apparently, the dogs became agitated and somehow Barlow was knocked down and had to wait awhile to help his back. Plenty of spectators were apparently available and two women RN's came to his rescue. Greg marveled at Barlow's "style" as he requested the three of them needed to "pause" and recover. Might have meant that the "paws" need recovering? (Greg's take on the event! Good thing he paid $20 for storytelling!!)
Above: Greg Rediske, storyteller
Greg Horn then gave the latest info on birthdays and anniversaries with help from Bob Martin. Here are the facts:
Anniversaries:
Mary Jo Copland...21years
Ron Banner...24
Jay Mayer...30
Joan Strait...32
Jason Whalen...35
Joe Quinn...54
Ed Shannon...56
Steve Mazoff...57
Bob Lordahl...63
Bob Hammar ...65
and Duncan Cook...66!! Well done, team!!
Birthdays:
James Guerrero...June 1
Leanna Albrecht...June 2
Astrid Arola...June 2
Don Anderson...June 3
Kim Prentice...June 7
Paula Olson...June 9
Connie Coleman- Lacadie...June 15
Jason Whalen...June 18
Chris Kimball...June 19
Mo Sarram...June 20
Andrew Neiditz...June 21
Eric Warn...June 23
Mike Murtha...June 24
Don Daniels...June 25
Jan Gee...June 29
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL!!
Announcements....
Anne Enquist, with her cool Top Gun T-Shirt, then reminded MANY people to be seated at the Lakewood Theatre at 3:55 on June 5th after checking in with Steve, and then attend a delicious barbeque and drinks at their house. Park near their house across the street at Lakewold Gardens. Thanks were given to Mazoffs, Barb Spriggs, the Wilcox team, the Selden family, the Pres, Eric Quinn and Donna and Andy Phillips. Jan Gee reminded others to register for the Installation Dinner on our website or check with John Lowney for info.
Also, the DUES ARE DUE!! (REMINDER)
The Lakewood Chamber of Commerce and Jan Gee invite you to meet the candidates on June 9th from 5:30-7:30, June 10th from 5:30-7:40, and June 11th from 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon at First Baptist Church at 5400 112th Street SW in Lakewood. Bring your questions and suggestions for candidates! Jan then generously donated $50. Kendra Riconosciuto mentioned that the opportunity for a tenth or eleventh grader to participate in RYLA from June 8th to the 11 would be welcomed. One student is not able to come to the YMCA Camp in Longbranch so another space is available. Make a note that Revive Yoga is also taking donations for the Little Free Pantry. Next week Jason Whalen, the soon-to-be-president, will be heading up the meeting regarding new ideas for strategic planning. Bring your ideas!
Rotaract Committee will be headed now by Veronica Bronkema and members will meet downstairs after the regular meeting today. Mary Horn reminded us that the Beer Festival is back and it's super easy to sign up (said Bill Potter) so just do it.
More Generous Giving?
Fortunately, there was little time for fines (hey, that rhymes), so people took a breath, as needed.
Above: Ron Banner
PROGRAM: Then Anthony Veliz generously introduced our speaker of the day, Ron Banner, the Superintendent of the Clover Park School District. Here are some of the adjectives he mentioned about Ron....committed to his students and staff, respectful of others, empathetic to the difficulties that arise, amazing person to know, and Anthony was honored and impacted by Ron and appreciates how the community is impacted by his leadership. Ron, then, with his charming sense of humor, came to the front of the room and looking concerned said, "So I was looking for that person he was talking about! And, by the way, if you have questions about anything I talk about feel free to ask our helpful mayor!" With that, Ron then gave us current information regarding Clover Park School District. Here are a few statistics that you will find interesting. The district has almost 12,000 students, a diverse population, 65.9% in poverty, 448 homeless, 16.6% Special Ed., 14.5% English language learners, nearly 10% mobility rate (some military, other reasons as well), and 33% of families are military. With Covid difficulties many challenges were and are evident. The efforts were to minimize exposure, work with labor and industry and change every day if needed, look for the "best/worst deal" to solve problems, follow protocols, remember it's better together to make things happen, (sound like Rotary?) ,tighten down the hatches, make Zoom available, get computers and outlets to families that don't have access, extend day science and early literacy tutoring, and celebrate the 94% graduation rate for continuously enrolled students. Some tough issues are the 4th and 5th graders and 9th graders with transition efforts. Social emotional health issues are difficult to manage and major efforts are being made to assist students who have negatively been impacted by so much isolation. Connection to health resources is paramount and ongoing.
Partnerships and teams are making it easier and faster to get help. The military helps too. Money helps with some answers and the school board hopefully will be giving approval for needed funds. The good news is that financially the audit this year went well. Six students earned ACT 6 Scholarships. Nine students earned Boeing summer internships. Harrison Prep and Lakes have been identified as The Region's Best Schools and Open Door has earned National Accreditation. Free Meals are available for students throughout the year, the summer and Break Bags are contributed by local charities. Mr. Banner is a man who follows his heart and believes that "We are going to strive for the kids" as "Lakewood Comes Together". He acknowledged...."We've done pretty good." The applause at the end of his speech affirmed it!
Above: And look who won the Drawing!
The ticket number for the raffle was then called. YES.......Ron Banner got the $5.00. He earned it and much more!! ‘til next time.....yours truly, Mary Marlin
Upcoming LR events:
6/25 Rotary Installation Banquet
7/21 Floating Board Meeting (picnic)
8/20-21 The Courage
9/11-13 Reeder Rotary Roadster Romp to Sun Mountain
12/16 Tom and Jerry Party and President’s Roast
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