The Rotary Club of Kirkland held a meeting online on August 30, 2021.
Past President James Nevers rang the bell at 6:15 p.m., calling the club meeting to order.
Terry Cole led the membership in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Attending were George Anderson, Bob Auslander, Rich Bergdahl, Gary Cohn, Terry Cole, Monica Fratita, Margie Glenn, Brandon Honcoop, Jim Meniketti, Amy Mutal, James Nevers, Rick Ostrander, Joanne Primavera, John Pruitt, Steve Shinstrom, Patti Smith, Bill Taylor, Brian Tucker, Rick Walter, and John Woodbery.
Guests:
There were no guests present as the meeting was a club assembly.
Announcements:
Past President James reminded attendees that each year the Rotary Club of Kirkland holds a club assembly to concentrate all members’ attention on the major objectives for the year, to commit to committee assignments, and to improve the collective effort of the club membership. He described the structure of the meeting, and noted that we would be addressing meeting location before the conclusion of the agenda.
Instead of a club meeting on Monday, September 20, 2021, Rotarians will meet at the Lee Johnson Auto Family facility at 11845 NE 85th Street in Kirkland to brand the racing ducks. The Duck Branding Party is a Rotary Club of Kirkland tradition, and an essential element of the preparations for the community's Great Puget Sound Duck Race. See the Events Calendar for details about the Duck Branding Party.
President Dave DeBois announced on August 23 that, due to business volume and staffing concerns caused by the pandemic, The Woodmark Hotel catering group will cease service on Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays. During subsequent communication with Woodmark management, President Dave learned of the hotel's decision to raise dinner rates to the range of $80 - $100 per person. Discussions are underway regarding other venues, and the possible need to change the club’s meeting night. President Dave will announce the meeting plan as soon as an alternative (whether temporary or permanent) is found. If club members wish to suggest alternative venues for club meetings, please send suggestions to the club's email account: kirklandrotaryclub@gmail.com. Using this club account will facilitate the entire board of directors staying informed about suggestions and venue search progress as messages are distributed. Rotarians should plan to return to virtual meetings via the Zoom platform until a new location is announced. The Zoom meeting information has been placed once again on the club's homepage and just underneath the Spokesman masthead.
Only eight dates remain to sell Duck Dash tickets! Club members can find all of the ticket sales dates in the club's online Calendar. ClubRunner allows Rotarians to sign up online. Just click on the calendar item and then click on the sign up button. Tickets and supplies are still available at Prevail Wealth, the one-stop shop for tickets and supplies. Turn in tickets and money at Prevail Wealth, or directly to Joanne Primavera.
Rotarians can click on any of the blue-shaded dates below to go directly to the online sign-up for that date!
Remember, Rotarians, September brings a new school year, and there's plenty new in the schoolhouse. On September 13, Principal Christine Bell, who leads Lake Washington High School will brief Rotarians on highlights of the new school year. On September 27, Dr. Matthew Colpitts, president of Ventures Academy, will introduce Rotarians to the Academy and how the school helps students to envision, build, market, and sell products, and serve their customers responsibly. See the Rotary website Speakers page for program details.
Rotary club dues payments were due by July 31, 2021. As of September 1, 87% of the membership have paid dues; five Rotarians listed on the club's roster of 39 members have not paid dues. Nonpayment of dues jeopardizes membership in the Rotary club. Rotarians may pay using the online Dues & Billing system link in an invoice; it is embedded in the bold words "Pay Now". Online payment requires a credit or debit card. Members may also pay by check through the U.S. Mail.
Instead of a club meeting on Monday, September 20, 2021, Rotarians will meet at the 
President Dave DeBois announced on August 23 that, due to business volume and staffing concerns caused by the pandemic, 
Only eight dates remain to sell Duck Dash tickets! Club members can find all of the ticket sales dates in the club's online 
Remember, Rotarians, September brings a new school year, and there's plenty new in the schoolhouse. On September 13, Principal Christine Bell, who leads 
Rotary club dues payments were due by July 31, 2021. As of September 1, 87% of the membership have paid dues; five Rotarians listed on the club's roster of 39 members have not paid dues. Nonpayment of dues jeopardizes membership in the Rotary club. Rotarians may pay using the online Dues & Billing system link in an invoice; it is embedded in the bold words "
