Meeting Notes from February 1, 2024
President Justin Raithel opened the meeting by leading the Pledge of Allegiance. Bob Mange gave the Invocation.
Secretary Jim Padgett introduced guests.
Matt Sundermier reminded members to register for the Mystery Trip which is on February 29. Seats are limited by the seating on the bus which is 50 seats. You can register under Events on our website.
President Justin said there are only 2 spots on the Dragon Boat. Contact President Justin if you are interested in rowing.
Rotary Foundation Chair Ramesh Dontha said that 68% of our members have donated this year. Our goal is EREY so, if you are in the 32% that have not donated, please donate so we can meet our goal.
Rich Pepin announced that the dictionary book labeling party would be on Saturday, February 3 from 10 to 12 at his house. Here are photos from Facebook of the work party.
Robert Comper, Rik Bennett, Len Hundshamer , Henry Sundermier
Chris Marsh
Paula Bennett and Cathy Hundshamer
Here are upcoming service projects:
- February 11 from 11 to 1 service lunch for the Tailgate Party at Powerhouse Ministries. Work includes grilling and serving.
- February 24 from 9 10 1 painting exterior rafters and replacing broken masonry caps on the Robert H. Miller III Folsom Rotary Clubhouse.
- March 9 from 9 to 1 painting the metal fencing and wheel barrowing decomposed granite at Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park. Includes Interact Club.
- March 16 painting the gazebo in the Lions Park from 9 10 1. Includes Interact Club.
- March 23 from 9 to 1 complete painting metal fencing and improve footpath at Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park.
Leadership and Ethics Day is February 27 and more mentors are needed. Sign up for a great day working with high school juniors and ask friends who you think would be a good business or professional mentor to join you.
John Baciocco introduced our guest speaker, Liz Ekenstedt. Liz is President of HART (Homeless Assistance Resource Team) of Folsom. The Mission Statement of HART is "We are a non-profit community-based organization assisting those experiencing homelessness in Folsom toward self-sufficiency and greater independence." Liz explained what HART provides to homeless in Folsom. For more information about Folsom HART, go to their website at
HART.
President Justin presented a box of Snook's chocolate Rotary Wheel to Liz.
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