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Rotary Theme 2023-24

Gordon McInally, 2022-23 Rotary International President

https://www.rotary.org/en/r-gordon-r-mcinally-wants-rotary-members-create-hope-world

Claire Sammon Roberts, 2023-24 Governor,

Rotary District 5160

https://rotary5160.org/claire-roberts

NorCal Rotary

May 14th Meeting

President Karl Diekman welcomed us back to the Hotel Woodland for our meeting today. He reported the Club's Board of Directors has approved a $10 per year increase in Club dues to a new total of $210 for the 2024-25 year starting this July. This is in response to a $5 per year increase in per member dues charged the Club by both Rotary International and District 5160. Similarly, the Club Board has approved increasing the price of the dinner ticket to $70 per person for the 2025 Dinner Auction (it was $60 this year) to offset the increasing cost of putting on this event. Club members are required to purchase four Dinner Auction dinner tickets for this annual event. To 'incentivize early commitment' the Board has priced those tickets at $60 each ($240 total) for those purchased by August 1, 2024. These increased costs will appear in the dues invoices to be delivered to members next month.

President Karl also announced the Lamorinda Sunrise Rotary Club will lead a team for the 6th time to Guatemala from October 6-17, 2024. The team will include up to 15 members made up of Rotarians, family members and friends and clubs from throughout District 5160. If you want to join the team contact Jack 'Skip' McGowan at 925-989-7677 or at jackbmccowan@gmail.com

Chris Stamm, sponsored by Steve Venables, and Angela Lynn, sponsored by Brian Dwyer, were installed as new members of the Club today by President Karl and Membership Committee Chair Yvette Roy.

Visiting Rotarians Raylene Ewing and Denny Patrick from the Luna Vista Club joined us today. With the pot at $534 and 14 cards left, Brian Dwyer found a free lunch. Thanks to Program Chair Wendy Casas for arranging for and introducing today's program speaker.

Blair Voelz celebrated his 74th birthday on May 7th (Lansing MI). Ernie Hodges celebrated his 77th birthday on May 9th (Sevierville TN). Gary Bunch, who is set to become Club Secretary on July 1st, announced that Kevin Haarberg has enthusiastically accepted taking over as Club Recognition Chair for the coming year; and Dan Stroski volunteered to take over running the weekly raffle. Dick Hoppin celebrated his 84th birthday on May 6th (Oakland) and so did his sister!

Dan Stroski was in charge of Recognition today, asking questions about Mother's Day. Preston Schaub and his wife Leslie enjoyed a recent vacation trip to Scotland. President-elect Bob Nakken has a busy month trying to fill committee assignments for next year, and getting ready to travel to Singapore for the Rotary International Convention. He and his family enjoyed a nice Mother's Day at the SF Giants game.

David Greenwald, Founder, Editor and Executive Director of Davis Vanguard, was our guest speaker today, providing us with a look at 'Everyday Injustice in Local Courts'. More information about the Davis Vanguard and their work on Everyday Injustice can be found on their website: https://www.davisvanguard.org/

May 7th Meeting - Visit to

Velocity Island Park

President Karl Diekman convened our May 7th meeting at Woodland's Velocity Island Park off East Street.

Meet Our Newest Member - Reggie Powell

Reginald 'Reggie' Powell, sponsored by Shawn Seyk, was installed as a new member of the Club on April 16, 2024 by President-elect Bob Nakken. At our request, Reggie provided us with the following bio. If you haven't already done so, please take a moment to introduce yourself to Reggie when you meet and welcome him to the Club.

Ever since I can remember, I’ve always wanted to serve my community. It started with the Cub Scouts and then I continued on to the Boy Scouts of America where I earned the rank of Eagle Scout. Since then, I have become a passionate servant of the community with a diverse background in the service industry. From my early days as a chef in prestigious resorts, to answering the call as a firefighter, I’ve dedicated my life to serving others. However, my journey didn’t stop there. Driven by a desire to make a
lasting impact, I ventured into real estate and found my true calling – helping families find their perfect homes while contributing to the betterment of our community.

Woodland holds a special place in my heart. My wife, Blythe, and I chose this vibrant community to start our family years ago, and we’ve never looked back. With three wonderful kids – Finn, Ellie, and our newest addition, Baby Grace – we cherish every moment spent exploring the parks, museums, and endless treasures that this region has to offer. We feel incredibly blessed to raise our children in such a warm and welcoming environment, and we’re excited to watch them grow up in this community.

Community service is a core part of my life. I am a member of our local Rotary club and I also volunteer in town with several organizations. I put my all into everything I do in life. I look forward to contributing as much as possible to this great community.

Woodland Rotary Mystery Golf

Travels to Teal Bend GC

The 18th edition of the Woodland Rotary Mystery Golf Trip took 47 golfers a short distance to play the familiar confines of Teal Bend Golf Course just west of the Sacramento International Airport on May 1st. The windy round of golf was followed by a nice lunch at the nearby Alamar Marina. Thanks to our two Chucks (Chuck Maltese of the Noon Club, and Chuck Santoni of Woodland Sunrise Rotary) for organizing a great outing!

April 30th Meeting

President Karl Diekman convened a smaller than usual crowd at our first Club meeting following our very successful Annual Dinner. Jim McGibbon presented the Woodland Rotary Endowment with a check for $1,000 in honor of his late wife Susie's love of and dedication to community service. Lori Ross put in $20 for all that Susie McGibbon did for the community.

Brian Dwyer introduced his guest, prospective new Club member Angela Lynn, Lynn Capital Group. Ann Taylor is interested in attending the Sacramento Host Breakfast on Thursday morning, May 9, (7:30am-9am) at the Sacramento Convention Center, and is hoping go with someone who also plans to attend (https://advocacy.calchamber.com/news/summit/)

Steve Venables introduced his guest, prospective new Club member, Chris Stamm, who recently moved to Woodland from Houston TX. Lori Ross introduced her guests, son, Derek Macias (left) and Joey Garcia.

Christian Sherrill got an early warning on his 20th anniversary with wife Holidae (Woodland) on May 8. President-elect Bob Nakken celebrated his 72nd birthday on April 27 (Woodland).

Following today's inspiring program, Kevin Haarberg conducted a brief auction to sell a pickleball paddle set from Edward Jones to the highest bidder. Gary Bunch got the set for $100, to the benefit of the Club. With the pot at $509 and 15 cards in the deck, Aniek Pflager found a free lunch.

Christian Sherrill missed the Dinner Auction to attend his son's Little League game where he hit a home run over the newly raised fences. Gena Bravo enjoyed a fun evening at the Dinner Auction. Eric Sharp had a great week of golfing at Indian Wells, followed by a three day visit in San Diego with his daughter who is at college there. Tim Pettit also missed the Dinner Auction as he just returned from a wonderful visit with his sons in New York that included a trip up the Hudson River Valley. Ernie Hodges was thankful to get the chance to play some golf with friend Buzz Landis, the first time for Ernie in five years.

Woodland Sunrise Rotarian Phil Marler was our guest speaker today giving us an extended look at 'Pickleball in Woodland'. More information about pickleball can be found though the Woodland Area Pickleball Association (WAPA) Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/woodlandpickleball/

2024 WOODLAND ROTARY

DINNER AUCTION -

A BIG SUCCESS!!

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FINANCIALS

BENEFICIARIES

The Woodland Rotary Club/Woodland Rotary Endowment are looking to raise funds this year to: SUPPORT OUR YOLO COUNTY YOUTH.

We are benefiting three local non-profit organizations:

Yolo County Fair Heritage Foundation (https://www.yolocountyfair.net/p/about/yolo-county-fair-heritage-foundation)

to assist in completing the FFA/4-H livestock auction arena with funds for the bleachers and other infrastructure. This is our main recipient.

WCC Foster & Kinship Education Foundation (https://www.yolofostercare.com/79-foster-care-and-adoption/24-fkce-stands-for-care.html) The Yolo Foster Care education program, operating through Woodland Community College, helps families and children manage the challenges faced by foster, kinship and adoptive families. Funds we contribute will be used for care packages for up to 115 Foster Youth throughout the year, including gift cards and essential items.

Make It Happen (https://www.mihyolo.org/)

This small organization helps Yolo County youth ages 18-24 as they transition from foster care into independent living with furniture, household goods and related resources. Funds we contribute will be used to assist up to 25 young people.

Amounts awarded will be dependent on proceeds from this Dinner Auction.

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From Club Polio Warrior Mark Ullrich:

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