The club met for lunch at noon at First Presbyterian Church. President Stu called the meeting to order at 12:10 pm with the ringing of the Rotary bell. This was followed by the singing of My Country ‘Tis of Thee and recitation of the pledge of allegiance. Pauline Emery gave the invocation and with help from fellow Rotarians, Stu recited the Four-Way Test. John Brown served as photographer and Ernie Danforth was the Cogs editor.
Announcements:
- John Brown introduced two guests, Henry Pascal and Harrie Stevens. This was Harrie’s second visit.
- This is the last day of June please let Ernie know if you are planning to reup for next year. As of now there are 10 people who have not indicated their intentions and the RI membership list is finalized as of 12 pm today.
- There will be a Board of Director’s meeting on Tuesday July 5th at 6 pm. Please have board reports to Ernie by Sunday.
- President Stu noted that we will have two Ukrainian exchange students arriving this summer. Stu asked that we all be sensitive to the situation surrounding their time with us.
- President Stu also noted that there has been some chatter concerning in person meetings. He noted that Dr. Bob and Les have ideas, but it will take a while for any changes to be made.
Program: Paula Smith introduced our speaker Marianne Kalec, Treasurer of the Camp Star Board.
Final announcements:
President Stu noted that Andy Rochester tested positive for Covid last week, but healed quickly and is negative now at Adult band camp. - David Anderson announced that former Rotarian, Dr. Steve Staggs passed away last week.
- Les Rosenbloom announced that a new Asian restaurant
called Mizumi has opened in Hammondsport. He did not mention if he has any personal interest in this operation. - Finally, Paula Smith offered $5 in happy dollars marking the end of her 5 years on the Board of Directors.
Meeting adjourned at 12:56 pm