October 12, 2011 Rotary Notary
Brenda Stansfield started the meeting talking about the
dinner she attended for the Legion of Honor and mentioned the fine Kettering
Rotarians (three of them) who are on the wall.
She also announced that after ten years of service as song
leader, Chuck Sunderland is looking to retire his pitch pipe. Any volunteers to
lead us?
With Wende’s leave of absence, Mel has re-inherited the duty
roster. Kathy Johnson volunteered to take that over.
Lisa Routsong introduced guests, which included her friend
and prospective member Melissa.
Paul Holcomb gave the invocation, but before he did, he
mentioned that his pharmacy was involved in Sunday’s robbery, and he was glad
not to have been there. (we’re glad for that too, Paul!)
Tom Minnich led us in song: “The Happy Wanderer”
Mark Schweiterman served as SAA. He fined Kathy Johnson for
being on the radio representing her bank, he also levied future fines against
his fellow representatives of the City of Kettering for not being there to hear
his program. Trivia time included facts about the City, which raised little
money . . .
Happy dollars included:
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Lou Ponziani announced that his only
granddaughter got married two weeks ago and had a lovely wedding at Moraine CC.
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Don Walls gave an update on Steve Huelsman who
is now part-time with the City of Middletown and recently had a clear cancer
scan.
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Proud mama Brenda highlighted the successes of
her son who has been a media star over the last week. Last night he was honored
by the City of West Carrollton for the mural he created.
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Tom Minnich announced that Ohio State’s marching
band will play at the Schuster Center on Nov. 9.
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Woody Stroud gave bucks for Miami’s first
football victory against Army and the patriotism that was on display
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Paul Holcomb mentioned that he enjoyed
Saturday’s band competition at Fairmont
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Digger highlighted two events at David’s
Cemetery which featured the City’s VIPs
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Mark Schweiterman gave a buck for walking past
the woman who robbed his usual Speedway.
Following his duties as SAA, Mr. Schweiterman shifted gears
and assumed the role of speaker, after a warm intro from Tom Gabrielson!
Mark highlighted the latest activities in the City of
Kettering, including:
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The many upgrades in the Parks & recreation
department, which amounted to $18-19 million of renovations due to the passing
of the bond levy
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Construction on Wilmington Pike/Dorothy Lane
intersection is coming to an end later this month. This was a $5 million
project, which used less than $100,000 of city funds.
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The city’s first marked bike lane opened on
Forrer.
Mark also provided an update on projects planned for 2012,
but you had to attend to get all the great scoop on those! After a great
presentation, Mark fielded a number of questions.
Announcements followed. Larry Hodapp announced the paul
Harris Fellow raffle. Beth Ling mentioned that we are just over two weeks out
from the Run For Your Life (Oct 28). We’re still seeking volunteers and have
flyers available for distribution.
Lisa Routsong received her Every Rotarian Every Year
sticker.
After careful consideration of the cards, Bruce Jump won the
Luck of the Draw!
Notes submitted by Beth Ling.