October 18, 2010 Spokesman

Posted by Sue Greenfeld 
on Oct 18, 2010
 

Kirkland Rotary Meeting October 18, 2010  

President Pat Dye opened the meeting at 6:15 p.m. John Pruitt led the Pledge of Allegiance and GG Getz gave the "Inspiration Moment" regarding volunteering with a moving account of the Rotary "Warm Winter Coats" program. President Dye thanked Don Dicks for being the greeter and Sue Greenfeld for scribing.

Introduction of Guests

Marilee Dicks, guest of Don Dicks;  Tim Kehrli, guest of Marilyn Kehrli;  Jason Wang, Rotary Exchange Student;  Stephanie King, Rotary Student of the Month, Senior at Juanita HS

Jason then presented President Dye with a flag from Rotary Club of Chu Nan Bai Ling, a club in Taiwan

Announcements

Pat Swenson discussed the "Reading Buddies" program at John Muir that starts the first week of November. Anyone interested is encouraged to contact Pat Swenson.

Dan Bartel is still looking for students for the "Outbound" program.

Don Dicks mentioned the October 23rd Rotary work party for helping in the Kirkland parks. Please contact Don Dicks for more information.

Debbie Gregorek stated that there are three Rotarian tables for the October 24th fundraiser for Lake Washington College Foundation.

President Pat Dye reminded members that October 24th is the last day to received 2-for1 recognition as a Paul Harris Fellow by donating to "Polio Plus."

 

 

Induction of New Member

President-Elect Brandon Honcoop inducted Tim Kehrli into Kirkland Rotary. Kehrli's sponsor is Brian Tucker and his mentor is Bill Taylor. Tim's field is "Energy Management." Because Tim has already attended so many Rotarian events, President Dye warmly welcomed Tim into the Club as a "new" member.

Recognition of Paul Harris Fellows

Don Dicks presented a Paul Harris two-sapphire pin to Bob Webb for his contributions, and a certificate, a pin and ribbon to Marilee Dicks for being a first-time Paul Harris Fellow. President Dye presented Don Dicks with a "plus two" sapphire pin for his continuing support of the Rotary Foundation.

"Happy Dollars "

Chuck Brockway collected "Happy Dollars," and because so many Club members laughed and participated, Stephanie King (Student of the Month) stated "the Club members exceeded her expectations" and that she was having a good time as she was initially nervous about coming.

Program

October is Rotary Vocational Month so Jim Going, Vocational Chair, introduced two speakers. First Makaylaa Powers discussed the extensive number of individuals aged 65 years and older who will need some kind of eldercare. She mentioned that the sheer numbers of elderly will be an overwhelming burden to the healthcare system. She then explained her company "Visiting Angels" which has 75 employees and provides non-medical home care to clients mostly in their 80s or 90s. The care can be from a few hours to a live-in 24-hour care.

Second speaker was Elisabeth Rusnak who presented information on her career working for the Northwest Business Development Association. She primarily helps for-profit business obtain funding under the SBA 504 Loan program. This program assists businesses in purchasing commercial real estate. Recent passage of the "Jobs" bill has increased funding limits.

 

Joker Pool

Joker Pool is up to $350. The joker was not selected so next week's pool will be higher.