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President's Message

Georgianne Hewett

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April 7, 2021
 
Dear Rotarians,

BIG NEWS! This is an exciting week! We’re returning to hybrid meetings. That means you can choose whether you would like to attend our Club meeting in person or virtually. So, once again, we have to “pivot” (or as Ron Garland might say “pirouette,” which I agree is the more impressive way to turn) and establish a new routine. 
 
Most weeks will meet at the Chamber, but there are some Fridays in May when we will be back at the Palace so make sure that you are checking the calendar and the Weekly Rotary Update.
 
The other practice we need everyone to adopt is on the weeks when you plan to attend in person, RSVP to Karron Wilson to let her know you want a boxed lunch. We’ll send out a reminder, but please help us out by responding.
 
So, in short, this Friday we are meeting at the Georgetown Chamber, 1 Chamber Way. There is parking in the Chamber parking lot as well as across the street at the Rec Center. The Chamber does have some COVID Safety Practices, which we have agree to abide by.
 
If you are attending virtually, login as usual (link below). It may take a few adjustments as we begin hybrid meetings again, but we are committed to making this experience good for members whether you attend in person or virtually.
 
I have several asks this week:
  1. If you have not completed our Member Satisfaction Survey, please do so by 5pm Friday. We’ve had about 45 responses. I would love to see double that. The survey is taking approximately four minutes to complete. Please help us plan for the future. Take the survey now!
  2. If you plan to attend Friday’s meeting in person, please let Karron Wilson know by noon Thursday, April 8.
  3. If you are an incoming officer or a Rotarian who wants to ensure that our upcoming Rotary year is a success, please sign up for Saturday’s District Assembly. Check out The Trumpet for details.
  4. Our President-Elect Nathan Winstead is going to lead our meeting on Friday. I will come in a little late as we are recording a memorial service for those who have died at The Wesleyan in the past year. I know you will cheer on Nathan as he will be leading all of our meetings very soon!
Upcoming Service Opportunities
   
Blood Drive - April 9 (Only 5 Spots Left!)
Last fall, We are Blood doubled our goal and we MET IT! The next Rotary Club of Georgetown Blood Drive will take place Saturday, April 9, 9:30am – 3:30pm, behind R Bank in the Lake Aire Center parking lot, 2415 Williams Drive, Georgetown. Sign up today! If you cannot give blood, recruit a friend who is willing and able.
 
Golf Tournament – May 28
May is around the corner! Don’t forget to be talking up the Golf Tournament and encouraging teams to sign up!
 
See The Trumpet attached for additional announcements.
 
MEETING AGENDA

11:45 am – 12:15 pm
Gathering & Fellowship
This is the time we gather and spend time in fellowship with other club members.
 
12:15 - 12:30 pm
Meeting Opening, Club Announcements and Recognitions
 
12:30 - 12:55 pm
Program: Ron Garland, Georgetown Mobility Bond

12:55 - 1:59 pm
Announcements for the Good of Rotary and a Minute for Peace

12:59 - 1:00 pm
Four-Way Test and Adjournment
 
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thursday, April 8, Noon– Racial Unity Committee (Virtual)
Friday, April 9, 9:30am – 3:30 pm – Rotary Club of Georgetown Sponsored Blood Drive
Friday, April 9, 11:45am – Rotary Meeting (Hybrid – Online and at the Chamber)
Saturday, April 10, 8:30am – 1:00pm – District Assembly
Thursday, April 15, Noon – Racial Unity Committee (Virtual)
Friday, April 16 – Rotary Club of Georgetown Board Meeting (Hybrid – Online and at the Chamber)
Friday, April 16, 11:45am – Rotary Meeting (Hybrid – Online and at the Chamber)

Thank you for all that you are a part of, uniting, taking action and creating lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
 
In Service,
Georgianne Hewett
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News & Stories
Assessing our community's needs
Ron Swain, Elizabeth McFarland & Henry Yu have been working diligently over the past three weeks assessing the needs of our community and determining the best way for our club to support our community in its greatest time of need.  They are almost finished with their assessment.  They will soon be presenting their findings to our Grant Committee and requesting a Special COVID-19 Grant from The Rotary Foundation.
 
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
 
1.  Caring Place - See attached Caring Place Volunteer Opportunities
 
2.  Making Medical Masks - See attached Making Medical Masks for Healthcare Workers
 
3.  Personal Protective Equipment for Our Fire / EMS Department - See attached Announcement from Our Fire / EMS Department
 
SERVICE ABOVE SELF
 
1.  Volunteer to help members of our club.
 
2.  Volunteer to help our community.
 
3.  Pray for our Rotary Club, our Community, our State, our Country and our World.
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Build in the Bog
On a cold and blustery morning in January, a group of dedicated Rotarians and friends visited Pflugerville to build a much needed ramp for a disabled person.  Overnight rains and dog deposits made the effort a little more challenging.  By noon, a fifty-two foot ramp was completed.
 
The Georgetown Rotarians of George Lourigan, Larry Baird, Cris Cash, Glenn Beck, Henry Yu and Denis Pepin were joined by new helpers Tim and his son Jack (old military friend of George) and Pete and Mickey (neighborhood friends of Denis).  It was nice to have newbies fit right in and make meaningful contributions to our build...many thanks for their participation.
 
The build was part of the continuing programs of Texas Ramp Project that provides custom built ramps for those with special needs.  The Georgetown Rotary Club is committed to a monthly build program.
 
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CHALLENGING RAMP BUILD
Posted by Denis Pepin on Oct 27, 2019
On Saturday, October 26th, an intrepid band of Georgetown Rotarians and Interact members tackled a very challenging ramp build for Kathy, whose access to and from her home was hindered by the lack of a suitable ramp.
 
The site required a “custom design” caused by narrow passages and awkwardly placed support posts.  The challenges were all met in what turned out to be a six hour operation.
 
We are thankful for the efforts of Interact members Elizabeth, Emily , Jacob and Caleb and Rotarians led by George Lourigan and Cris Cash.  Significant engineering efforts were also provided by Glenn Beck, Alan Johnson, Barry Bowden and Denis Pepin.
 
The builds are part of the ongoing efforts by Texas Ramp Project to provide ramps for disadvantaged people.  The Georgetown Rotary Club has built over 65 ramps to date.