Gabriela’s Story

A. Good morning Rotary Club of Windsor by President Brian Ling
B. Pledge of Allegiance led by Tom Boylan
C. Inspiration presented by Jamie Williams quote from George S Patton Put your mind in Charge
D. Song led by JB Leep Blueberry Hill
E. Visiting Rotarians–
F. Guest: Susan Gonyo, and Exchange students Stefan and Gabi
G. Upcoming Events and Announcement:

• Saturday November 5, 11-2 Veterans Day Club Service Event at Nations Finest. 9500 Oak Park Street In honor of Veterans Day and those living in our community, with bagpipes and all, we will provide a little club service and a whole lot of fun. A head count is needed so they know how much food is needed. Contact Carol.
• The first work day for the Sonoma County Fire District (SCFD) Demonstration Garden, which received substantial funding from the Rotary Club of Windsor, will be on Friday, October 28th from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm.  The project is being coordinated and carried out by Battalion Chief Cyndi Foreman and her committee of dedicated volunteer participants.  Work will involve installation of landscape plant materials, the irrigation system and other associated features.  Windsor Rotarians are enthusiastically invited to take hands-on role in this project. The location is SCFD Station 1, 8200 Old Redwood Highway (corner of Hembree Lane and Old Redwood Highway).  Kindly send an email to Sue Nelson (jsneslon1@comcast.net) and she will coordinate with Chief Foreman to provide lunch for all Rotarian workers.
• Ken Moulton Leadership Academy November 18-19 8:30-5 at SRJC, sign up 10/31. See district web page.
• Windsor Food and Toy Drive, joint project with Windsor Service Clubs Larry and Monica McCabe to chair the committee.December 16 & 17
• Club Holiday Party Friday December 16
• Monte Carlo Night February 4, more volunteers are needed for the committee.
• Windsor High School needs Volunteers for Senior Project Night • PLEASE SIGN UP TO BE A PANELIST FOR OUR SENIOR PROJECT PRESENTATIONS, 4/19/23 @5:30pm
• Community Panelist Sign Up Form

H. Celebrations and acknowledgements for October
Polio Plus Society new members: Susan Cole, Larry McCabe, and Catherine Hannon
Renee CrossFit competition
Carol and JB 6th year anniversary as a Rotatian
JB 50th College Reunión

I. Guest Presentation: Gabriela Serafim, exchange student from Brasil. We learned about Gabi, her family, her home, her schooling and what she has done and hopes to do while in California.

J. Thank you to our guest and volunteers :
Set/up :Jason and Larry
Greeter :Mike
Song: JB
Scribe: Kathy
Inspiration: Jamie
Guests: Susan Goyno, Gabi, and Stefan

K. Closing Comments and Adjourn

Polio Recognition Day

A. Good Morning greeting from our President Brian Ling
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Song – Heather Cullen- You Are My Sunshine
D. Visiting Rotarians– Bob Rogers, past district governor
E. Guest – Stefan, exchange student, shared his experience working on a garbage truck.
F. Inspiration/Rotary moment – Jo Timmons shared her experience attending the 2006 international meeting as Chair of the Membership Committee. 118 Rotarians from all over the world. It was like being in the UN.

G. Upcoming events/announcements :

Saturday November 5 noon-2 Veterans Day Club Service Event at Nations Finest. In honor of Veterans Day and those living in our community, with bagpipes and all, we will provide a little club service and a whole lot of fun. A head count is needed so they know how much food is needed. Contact Carol.

The first work day for the&nbsp; Sonoma County Fire District (SCFD) Demonstration Garden, which received substantial funding from the Rotary Club of Windsor, will be&nbsp;<u>on Friday, October 28th from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm; The project is being coordinated and carried out by Battalion Chief Cyndi Foreman and her committee of dedicated volunteer participants. ;Work will involve installation of landscape plant materials, the irrigation system and other associated features.&nbsp; Windsor Rotarians are enthusiastically invited to take hands-on role in this project. The location is SCFD Station 1, 8200 Old Redwood Highwa;(corner of Hembree Lane and Old Redwood Highway).&nbsp; Kindly send an email to Sue Nelson (<u><a href=”mailto:jsneslon1@comcast.net” target=”_blank”>jsneslon1@comcast.net</a></u>) and she will coordinate with Chief Foreman to provide lunch for all Rotarian workers.
Env Com October Theme for:

District Governor Citation Award (Kurt/Bill)

Ken Moulton Leadership Academy November 18-19 8:30-5 at SRJC, sign up 10/31

Windsor Food and Toy Drive, joint project with Windsor Service Clubs

Club Holiday Party Friday December

Monte Carlo Night February 4, more volunteers are needed for the committee.

Windsor High School needs Volunteers for Senior Project Night&nbsp;

• PLEASE SIGN UP TO BE A PANELIST FOR OUR SENIOR PROJECT PRESENTATIONS,&nbsp;</b><b><u>4/19/23 @5:30pm
 

Community Panelist Sign Up Form

H. Celebrations and acknowledgements for October<br />
Joan Mora-Birthday<br />
Doug Williams 30th Wedding Anniversary<br />
Scott Bonin Wedding Anniversary<br />
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I. Guest Presentation: In honor of October 24 Polio Recognition Day Carol and JB shared pictures of their recent NID (National Immunization Day) trip to India to help with polio vaccine distribution and Bob Rogers gave a history and update on Rotary’s involvement<br />
in Polio eradication.<br />
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J. Thank You to guests and Volunteers<br />
Setup /Steve and Mitch<br />
Greeter/ Sandi<br />
Song/Heather<br />
Scribe/ Kathy<br />
Inspiration/ Jo<br />
Guests/ Bob Rogers, Stefan<br />
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K. Closing comments and adjourn by President Brian Ling<br />
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Staubli in Windsor

Our weekly Rotary meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance being led by Bill Bolster, followed by an inspiration by Ralph Waldo Emerson which stated “What lies behind yo and what lies in front of your, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you!

Susan Cole enthusiastically led us in singing “God Bless America!”&nbsp; A couple of visitors, Stacey Drucker and Lori Rodrigues, from Santa Rosa Sunrise joined us this morning as did Sfon,our “son” from Germany!&nbsp; Ian Pratt, our speaker was also in attendance.

Several announcements were made including:

•A golf Tournament at the Foxtail Golf Course, with the proceeds going to the Ukrainian Family whom John Namkung spoke to us about recently.

* Thursday, October 14 – meeting at Carol and JB’s home to dicuss where to spend our money this year (Community Service)

*Sue Nelson alerted us to the Landscape project on October 21st from10am to 2:00pm , which we funded last year, at the Sonoma County Windsor Fire Department.&nbsp; Lunch will be provided for the volunteers!

•Sandi reminded us of opportunities to hang out with the Exchange Students, and reminded us also that we are in need of host families
•Kurt and Bill reminded us of the Environmental Committees theme for the month, which is inching us towrds the District Governor Citation Award<br />
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•There is a Board meeting on Monday ,October 17th , from 6-730pm – everyone is invited (Where is it??)<br />
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•The Ken Moulton Leadership Academy is happening on November 18 and 19 from 8:30 – 5:00pm.&nbsp; A great opportunity to hone your leadership skills!!<br />
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•Bill Bolster announced that Dave Culley recently had surgery for colon cancer- drop a note if you can!!<br />
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•Brian Williams announced that the SENIOR PROJECT activity will be startin gup again this year.&nbsp; The High school will be looking for volunteers in May.<br />
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CELEBRATIONS<br />
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Geoff Harrison admitted to his 60th birthday and 33rd wedding anniversary.&nbsp; He graciously started his first PAUL HARRIS with a contribution!<br />
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Our speaker, IAN PRATT, from Staubli, who is a graduate of Oregon State University in Mechanical Engineering spoke to us about the mysterious company that houses the old WINDSOR VINEYARDS building!&nbsp; He mentioned that STAUBLI, who came to Windsor in 2012,&nbsp; is a Swiss based company , is international with over 5500 employees, and started in the 1800’s.He reviewed the history of how the company selected Windsor over other towns, in part because of the availability of the space! The company initially started in the world of textiles and has now expanded to working in the role of robotics and connectors. He spoke of the range of robots that they are producing to assist in the development and creation of both textiles and connectors.&nbsp; There was a LOT OF TALK about the technical aspects of the business, which basically translated to …they are very successful, busy and growing.Further it noted that due to rising costs, there is a good chance that the robots are going to take on more responsibility for the “jobs.” The building is 43,000 square feet and employs operational, management and technical staff. He made note that the company is committed to working with the local community and hiring local individuals.&nbsp; Ian mentioned that they have made rooms available for community sponsored events.<br />
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The members had lots of questions and words of thanks for the parking spaces made available on concert nights!&nbsp; Further he spoke of the relationships that they have had with the town leaders.<br />
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Things are looking up for Staubli, given that they are doing about $78 million worth of business, and are anticipating doing about $91 million in 2024, with the expansion into the world of solar and industrial!!<br />
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Ian indicated that he is available for those who might be interested in taking a tour of the building.Contact JB for Ian’s contact information!<br />
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The meeting ended with President Brian saying thanks for John H., Kurt and Bill for set up; to Scott Bonin as greeter, to Susan COle fo rthe song, to Doug Williams for the inspirations, to all of our guests and to me, Pam ,your scribe today!!<br />
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So remember – this week…(what’s left of it…) Help Each other!&nbsp; That’s what we do” and have a great day!!<br />
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signing off,<br />
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Pam Moulton<br />
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SCRIBE for a day<br />
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<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”>&nbsp;<span style=”color:#75367e”>COVID UPDATE…..</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”><span style=”color:#75367e”>10/11/22</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”>&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”><span style=”color:#75367e”>&nbsp;&nbsp; NEWS:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;RESEARCHERS HAVE FOUND THAT 42% OF ADULTS HAVE ADMITTED THAT THEY HAVE MISREPRESENTED FACTS RELATED TO HAVING COVID-19, OBTAINING VACCINATIONS OR COMPLIANCE WITH PANDEMIC PROTOCOLS.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;People will avoid testing when they are symptomatic, telling others, or canceling events .&nbsp;&nbsp; To decrease the spread of the disease Public Health requires the public and our community to be honest, follow protocols and quarantine rules.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; It takes all of us in our community to work together to keep this virus from beginning another pandemic and new strains evolve.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”>&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”><span style=”color:#75367e”>&nbsp;&nbsp; Get your Flu vaccine now and a COVID booster.&nbsp;&nbsp; Health experts expect this Flu season to be a bad one which only lowers immune status and gives CCOVID a chance to replicate and renew. &nbsp;&nbsp;Please &nbsp;share with others that the vaccines have been reformulated to address the subvariants causing the COVID outbreaks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; If you have recently had COVID the health experts are cautioning to wait anywhere from 6 weeks to 2 months before obtaining a booster as you have already increased your immune system because you had COVID.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”>&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”>&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”><span style=”color:#75367e”>Total Cases:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 107,979 (last week 107,598) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Recovered:&nbsp;&nbsp;106,723&nbsp;&nbsp; (last week&nbsp;106,217)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Active Cases:&nbsp;738 (last week 863) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”>&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”><span style=”color:#75367e”>Deaths:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;518 &nbsp;&nbsp;(last week 518)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (****Please be aware that deaths do not get reported always promptly for a variety of reasons and this does not mean that all of these newly reported deaths could have occurred in the past week.&nbsp;&nbsp; ****)</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”>&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”><span style=”color:#75367e”>Hospitalized:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;20 confirmed cases and 2 in the ICU &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (last week 23 confirmed and 0 in the ICU)</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”>&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”><span style=”color:#75367e”>Vaccination information….&nbsp; As of October 9th, &nbsp;2022, &nbsp; 1,175,751 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County. &nbsp;(last week 1,162,383).&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;We only have 78% &nbsp;of our population 6 months and older who&nbsp;are fully vaccinated and 6% have had at least one (1) dose.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;It is hoped that more people will consider getting vaccinated with the newly reformulated vaccines now available for boosters.&nbsp; &nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”><span style=”color:#75367e”>MASKS:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Masks, although optional most places, still are required in airports and some buildings still post signs saying masks must be worn.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you are going to wear a mask, please be sure that you wear it correctly and use a tight fitting mask that works.&nbsp;&nbsp; I continually see people wearing a mask down around &nbsp;their chins or below their nose.&nbsp;&nbsp; This is a waste of time!&nbsp;&nbsp; Paper masks, cloth masks or even surgical masks have found not to be effective so use a good mask like the N95, KN95 or KF94.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I have these if you need them and they are especially effective when traveling. &nbsp; The ever replicating, mutating and changing virus that causes COVID is still with us, very infectious, easily spread and still causing illness.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;In the health care field we are being told that COVID infections are here to stay;&nbsp;&nbsp; just like the flu each year, we will need to get a booster to stay well and keep our chances of getting sick minimal!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”><span style=”color:#75367e”>TESTING:&nbsp;&nbsp; Go to&nbsp;<a data-saferedirecturl=”https://www.google.com/url?q=http://socoemergency.org&source=gmail&ust=1665713174578000&usg=AOvVaw2oZDQeGlAL_U3p86AAFWYI” href=”http://socoemergency.org/” style=”color:#1155cc” target=”_blank”>socoemergency.org</a>&nbsp; to learn more about free COVID -19 testing in Sonoma County.&nbsp; Look for COVID-19 Testing and Tracing in Sonoma County.&nbsp;&nbsp; My Agency, &nbsp;At Home Nursing, is still available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR) at no charge if you are having any issues finding an appointment.&nbsp;&nbsp; Just call my office at 707-546-8773 and make an appointment with us.&nbsp;&nbsp; We also provide &nbsp;FIT testing for a N95 mask at no charge so that it fits properly.&nbsp; &nbsp;We are able to sell you N95 masks.&nbsp;&nbsp; And we are always willing to answer any questions you may have.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;If you want to schedule either a booster or the vaccine, appointments can be found by visiting: &nbsp;</span><a data-saferedirecturl=”https://www.google.com/url?q=https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine%2520or%2520call%2520707-565-4667&source=gmail&ust=1665713174578000&usg=AOvVaw35dFncXpmSHFTOS0lvpBbN” href=”https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine%20or%20call%20707-565-4667″ style=”color:#1155cc” target=”_blank”>https://socoemergency.org/<wbr />events/category/pop-up-vaccine or call 707-565-4667</a><span style=”color:#75367e”>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”>&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style=”font-size:small”><span style=”color:#222222″><span style=”font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif”><span style=”font-style:normal”><span style=”font-variant-ligatures:normal”><span style=”font-weight:400″><span style=”white-space:normal”><span style=”background-color:#ffffff”><span style=”text-decoration-thickness:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-style:initial”><span style=”text-decoration-color:initial”><span style=”color:#75367e”>Enjoy life, stay well and take care of yourself.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Carry a mask with you in case you need it …… &nbsp;Infections are still prevalent, happen quickly and will sideline you if you test positive.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practice good infection control and stay safe!&nbsp; My wish is for you and yours to stay well especially with Fall and winter looming and flu season on us!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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Craft Talks from Members

Good Day fellow Rotarians and friends and family who are reading our weekly bulletin.

Pledge of Allegiance: Doug Williams

INSPIRATION: Robin was unable to attend today but Sandie Krutz jumped in with a great
inspiration, Eveready Sandie is an inspiration!

SONG: JB lead us in a rousing version of: “I’ve been working on the Railroad” we almost
remembered all the words of the first verse.

No VISITING ROTARIANS
No GUESTS OF ROTARIANS:

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Kathleen Williams thanked all the Rotarians that came out to help and support the Windsor
Day Parade. A fun Day
OKTOBERFEST: District South Rotary Foundation Celebration:
October 8 th , 3pm-6:30 at Wulff and Paula Reinhold 1200 Oak Springs Ln. Rohnert Park
For more information contact Jennifer Strong at 707-349-0815 or
jenniferstrong@jestrong.com

Save the date, November 5, for a club event celebrating our Veterans at Nations Finest in
Windsor.  In honor of Veterans Day and those living in our community, with bagpipes and all,
we will provide a little club service and a whole lot of fun.  This will be in lieu of the 5th Tuesday
on November 29 when we will be Dark – no meeting.. Lunch and Beverages will be served,
please contact Carol to sign up: Carolmartin016@gmail.com

Environmental October Theme Project for District Governor Citation Award: Kurt Mitchler
announced this month’s project will be a global project and mainly pertains to Rivers, we will be
looking at possibly some projects that include the Russian River, more information will be
provided.

President Brian commented on how well our “Meet the Candidates” (Windsor Town Counsel)
went last week, and thanked JB for putting everything together.
We had a little extra time to hear what a few of our fellow Rotarians have been up to and
“recognize” them for all the fun:

Michael Juric spent two weeks in Portugal with the Hackenburg’s, and followed that with a trip
to Kansas to represent Rotary District 5130 at Rotary District 5710.

Wally Krutz shared that he and Sandie attended and celebrated the marriage of their daughter
Kathy in September, Sandie confirmed they will make a donation.

Pam Moulton traveled to New York and Washington DC with her sister, someone she had not
traveled with for many years, Pam stated she was a wonderful travel guide and they visited
places from the 911 monument to the White House. Pam is paying on her fines.

Craft Talks:
Alissa Johnson:
Alissa is one of our newer members in Rotary, Alissa works for the garbage Co,
(Recology Sonoma Marin). She was born in Santa Rosa, currently lives in Windsor,
she has two sons: 27 & 26, and is raising her great nephew 14 years old.

Alissa is a retired Santa Rosa Police Officer; she retired as Sargent due to back
surgery. Alissa did some independent PI work for a time, and then took a part
time job with Recology Sonoma, the position was not rewarding, and she landed
in Management with the company, which is the position she now holds.

Alissa was living in the Larkfield area when the fires occurred and she and her
family lost everything. She has since sold the property and moved to Windsor,
she is attending college and will receive her MBA in 2024. When she is not
working, raising her Nephew or attending class she likes to cook and takes Pilate
classes. .

When asked with such a busy life, why Rotary? She replied to give back, Alissa
shared that after the fires the community outreach was so terrific and helpful,
adding, because she is busy she may not be able to participate in everything but
wants to be a part of a contributing community.

Kurt Mitchler:
Retired Dentist, he was born in 1957 in Illinois, he attended school in Chicago
where he met his wife. She was from SF and the first question she ask him was
did he plan to return to Illinois? Believing this would be a deal breaker he said no,
when he finished school he went to San Francisco ahead of her. One of his early
experiences in SF was having his house robbed of everything but his clothes.

When she finished school she joined him in SF but they eventually moved to
Marin, in 1989 they had twin boys, Trevor & Garrick. In 1991 they moved to
Sonoma County.

Kurt had a Dental Business in Healdsburg for 16 years; he moved his practice to
Windsor in 2006 and practiced dentistry there for another 16 years.

Kurt said he has been asked why he chose dentistry, was anyone else in the family
a dentist? Kurt claims the only other relative was Doc Holiday, but he did not take
on any of his other traits.

Kurt lost his home on Riebli Rd during the 2017 fires.

Kurt enjoys Hiking, water sports, especially Kayaking or canoes and fishing.
His son Trevor lives in LA and has a solar business, while Garrick lives in SF and
works for SF Community District, the boys are now 33.

JB Leep:
JB claims he was born a Geek, first into Ham radio he decided folks into those
were too weird so he moved on. He was raised in Menlo Park, his father was a
home builder and built “Leep Homes” in the Cupertino and Saratoga & San Jose
area, many of the homes are still there and known as well constructed homes
selling for crazy prices. His father was also a navy pilot so flying and traveling was
second nature to JB.

JB graduated from Stanford University as Electrical Engineer, during his years as a
student he traveled around the world. One trip was a back packing trip through
Europe in a VW Bus. Yes he was a long haired hippie, ?

JB married in 1973 and opened a clothing store in Cupertino, JB Harper, he stated
his father bailed him out of a few business ventures and on the last one told him
he would help him out one last time if he cut his hair and got a job, so he did.

JB was very resourceful and landed a job with Business Land and worked with
them for 6 years, the computer was just coming of age and JB met many
influential people in his journey.

It seems JB had continued success in his career for the following years although
he also experienced tragedy when he lost his wife in 1983.

JB met Carol and they were married in 1990, after they were married JB quit his
job and Carol sold her business and together they started “Blue Bear Software”
they worked the business together until they retired in 2012.

JB has a stepdaughter from his first marriage and two grandchildren: 21 and 15.

President Brian closed the meeting 8:30am

Scribe disclaimer: some dates and facts may be incorrect, difficulty getting
absorbed in individual stories and take accurate notes.

COVID update from your Rotary Nurse…..
 
 COVID UPDATE…..
                                                                                                            
10/04/22
 
 NEWS:              

“COVID-19 REMAINS UNPREDICTABL EVEN WITH VACCINES OUT….”  We are entering Fall with the coronavirus on the decline; however this virus remain unpredictable,  daily deaths are considerable (350-500 daily deaths in the USA)   and too few Americans have received even a single booster shot which is important to protect against severe illness.   We are going to have to live with this virus and public health experts continue to be concerned that we are not where we need to be. 
 
NEW COVID BOOSTERS are available in Sonoma County.   Please remember that the vaccines have been reformulated to address the subvariants causing the COVID outbreaks.    Make your appointment to get your Flu vaccine and a COVID booster.   If you have recently had COVID the health experts are cautioning to wait anywhere from 6 weeks to 2 months before obtaining a booster as you have already increased your immune system because you had COVID.
 
Total Cases:     

107,598 (last week 107,352)           Recovered:  106,217   (last week 106,005)             Active Cases: 863 (last week 831)        
 
Deaths:                

518   (last week 516)        (****Please be aware that deaths do not get reported always promptly for a variety of reasons and this does not mean that all of these newly reported deaths could have occurred in the past week.   ****)
 
Hospitalized:    

23 confirmed cases and 0 in the ICU      (last week 30 confirmed and 1 in the ICU)
 
Vaccination information…. 

As of October 2nd,  2022,   1,162,383 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County.  (last week 1,155,936).     We only have 78%  of our population 6 months and older who are fully vaccinated and 6% have had at least one (1) dose.    It is hoped that more people will consider getting vaccinated with the newly reformulated vaccines now available for boosters.   

MASKS:             

Mask have really pretty much become optional except for airports (not on airplanes) and some buildings still post signs saying masks must be worn.   But if you are going to wear a mask, make sure it is a tight fitting mask that works.   Wearing a mask down around your chin, or below your nose is useless.   Paper masks, cloth masks or even surgical masks have found not to be effective so use a good mask like the N95, KN95 or KF94.    I have these if you need them and they are especially effective when traveling.   The ever replicating, mutating and changing virus that causes COVID is still with us, very infectious, easily spread and still causing illness.     COVID infection it seems will continue to be with us just like the flu each year!    The goal of living with this virus is to try and minimize infection and need for hospitalizations so that our health care system is not affected.    Care needs to be available for those suffering life altering illnesses or crises.  

TESTING:  

Go to socoemergency.org  to learn more about free COVID -19 testing in Sonoma County.  Look for COVID-19 Testing and Tracing in Sonoma County.   My Agency,  At Home Nursing, is still available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR) at no charge if you are having any issues finding an appointment.   Just call my office at 707-546-8773 and make an appointment with us.   We also provide  FIT testing for a N95 mask at no charge so that it fits properly.   We are able to sell you N95 masks.   And we are always willing to answer any questions you may have.    If you want to schedule either a booster or the vaccine, appointments can be found by visiting:  https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine or call 707-565-4667.  
 
Be really aware of the activities you chose to participate but live life fully; just practice caution.    Be aware of your surroundings and carry a mask at all times.   Infections are prevalent, happen quickly and will sideline you if you test positive.   We found that out in real time!  Practice good infection control and stay safe!  My wish is for you and yours to stay well!
 
Fondly,
Di
 
 
Diane Brabetz
Administrator – Owner
At Home Nursing
(707) 546-8773
(707) 546-8788  FAX
(707) 490-2627  Cell
athome@sonic.net

Windsor Council and Mayoral candidates

Pledge of Allegiance led by Wally Krutz

Inspiration by Michael Ragsdale, who began with a heartfelt thank you to everyone in the club for their support of him through some difficult challenges he faced.  His inspiring quote about cancer brought cheers and applause from the entire room.  Excellent job, Rags

SONG  by Bill Bolster – “The Times They are a Changin” by Bob Dylan.  With musical accompaniment, the Club did a good job with this song

INTRODUCTIONS of Visitors:

Brian Markey, General Manager of the Doubletree in Rohnert Park

Kathy Austin, a visitor, recently retired, who wants to see what Rotary is all about.

Susan Gonyo, Windsor school teacher, and wife of one of our candidates/speakers today

Lauren Hull,  Publisher, Windsor Connections magazine

Jean Hackenburg, wife and guest of Rotarian John Hackenburg

Announcements:

President Brian announced the District 5130 Foundation Celebration, October 8, at the home of Wulff and Paula Reinhold, and encouraged everyone to attend.

Heather Cullen announced that this Friday, September 30, is the Windsor Talent Show to raise funds for students in Windsor to have musical theater in their lives.  It is a costly affair just to participate in a play, and we raise funds to assure that any student who chooses to participate in theater has the opportunity to do so.

September 29 = SCARC Union Hotel Restaurant
October 1 = Windsor Day Parade
October 8 = Oktoberfest District Celebration
October 14-21 = Festival of Brotherhood in Mexico, starting with a tribute to our own Ken Moulton
November 5 = Veterans Day at Nations Finest, Club Service event

President Brian then introduced our program for the day:  a candidate’s forum for all the people running for Windsor Town Council.   This was not a debate format, just an opportunity for every candidate to introduce themselves to the Rotary Club of Windsor.   Each spoke for exactly five minutes (it was timed and communicated to each by our own Monica McCabe).  The two questions each candidate was to address in their presentation were:  1)  What is your vision for 2030 in Windsor and what are your action items to accomplish this vision and 2) How important is economic development in Windsor and what are new economic opportunities we could explore.  Then, how can Rotary be involved with your plans for the future?
 

Our Guest Speakers and the Windsor Districts they represent were:

Gina Fortino Dickson, District 1

Mike Wall, District 1

Maureen Merrill, District 2

Sam Salmon, District 2

Tanya Potter, District 4

Kevin Gonyo, District 4

Rosa Reynoza, Mayor

Esther Lemus, Mayor

The program and presentations ended exactly on time, with President Brian and JB joking that it was expected to be a close call.  President Brian graciously thanked everyone and concluded a very informative meeting.Latest info on COVID from your Rotary Nurse…..
 
COVID UPDATE…..
                                                                                                            
09/27/22
 
NEWS:   NEW COVID BOOSTERS ARE BEING ADMINISTERED IN SONOMA COUNTY!   Please remember that the vaccines have been reformulated to address the subvariants causing the COVID outbreaks.    Check in with your medical provider and get your appointment scheduled for the new booster and a Flu vaccine as they expect this to be a bad flu season.
 
Again to share some personal comments – the COVID outbreak continues to be so widespread.   Consider your lucky if you have been diligent and obtained your 2 COVID vaccines and at least one booster.  (hopefully 2 by now)    It is proving to be so valuable in keeping those of us that have gotten COVID out of hospitals and not in an ICU.  

Please keep yourself healthy; eat well, drink lots of water (wine too as we do live in Sonoma County…. hehehe) , exercise and just consider what situations you are going into in terms of possible exposure.     Even with immunity from the first series, and double boosters, It is still not a nice disease to have if you become symptomatic, can knock you on your butt, make you feel lousy, last more than a few days and leave you with real brain fog.   

So, just be careful and stay healthy…..
 
Total Cases:     

107,352 (2 wks ago 106,567)           Recovered:  106,005   (2 wks ago 105,192)             Active Cases: 831 (2 wks ago 969)        
 
Deaths:                

516   (2 wks ago 512)   (Please be aware that deaths do not get reported always promptly for a variety of reasons and this does not mean that all of these newly reported deaths could have occurred in the past week)
 
Hospitalized:    

30 confirmed cases and 1 in the ICU      (2 wks ago 38 confirmed and 3 in the ICU)
 
Vaccination information….  As of September 25th,  2022,   1,155,936 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County.  (2 wks ago 1,138,064).     We only have 78%  of our population 6 months and older who are fully vaccinated and 6% have had at least one (1) dose.    With the newly reformulated vaccines now available for boosters, it is hoped that more people who are not fully vaccinated may consider getting vaccinated.   

MASKS:             

Mask have really pretty much become optional except for airports (not on airplanes) and some buildings still post signs saying masks must be worn.   But if you are going to wear a mask, make sure it is a tight fitting mask that works.   Wearing a mask down around your chin, or below your nose is useless.   Paper masks, cloth masks or even surgical masks have found not to be effective so use a good mask like the N95, KN95 or KF94.    The ever replicating, mutating and changing virus that causes COVID is still with us, very infectious, easily spread and still causing illness.     COVID infection it seems will continue to be with us just like the flu each year!    The goal of living with this virus is to try and minimize infection and need for hospitalizations so that our health care system is not affected.    Care needs to be available for those suffering life altering illnesses or crises.  

TESTING:  

Go to socoemergency.org  to learn more about free COVID -19 testing in Sonoma County.  Look for COVID-19 Testing and Tracing in Sonoma County.   My Agency,  At Home Nursing, is still available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR) at no charge if you are having any issues finding an appointment.   Just call my office at 707-546-8773 and make an appointment with us.   We also provide  FIT testing for a N95 mask at no charge so that it fits properly.   We are able to sell you N95 masks.   And we are always willing to answer any questions you may have.    If you want to schedule either a booster or the vaccine, appointments can be found by visiting:  https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine or call 707-565-4667.  
 
Be really aware of the activities you chose to participate but live life fully; just practice caution.    Be aware of your surroundings and carry a mask at all times.   Infections are prevalent, happen quickly and will sideline you if you test positive.   We found that out in real time!  Practice good infection control and stay safe!  My wish is for you and yours to stay well!
 
Fondly,
Di

Sonoma County Transit Authority

A. Good Morning Rotary Club of Windsor

B. Pledge of Allegiance– Led by Chris Landwehr

C. Inspiration- Chief Raasch

D. Song- Susan Cole – My Brown Eyed Girl

E. Visiting Rotarians – None

F. Guests– Domingo, James Cameron, and Ross Clendenen

G. District South – Rotary Foundation Celebration

When: October 8, 2022. 3:00 – 6:30pm

Where: Wolff and Paula Reinholds, 1200 Oak Springs Lane, Santa Rosa (this is the legal address, but it is much closer to Rohnert Park)

Cost: $50. Each. There will also be a foundation raffle. The raffle tickets are $20. And all proceeds go to Rotary Foundation. The raffle tickets are on sale now and the drawing will be at the celebration. Any donation made to the Rotary Foundation since July 15 will qualify you for raffle tickets.

H. Upcoming Events/Announcements

SCARC September 29, at the Union Hotel in Santa Rosa (hybrid meetings)

Windsor Day Parade volunteers are still needed for intersections, contact Kathy Williams (661)878-5394

Festival of Brotherhood October 14-21 Guadalajara & Tlaquepaque Mexico: Dale Knight contact person. Tribute to Ken Moulton and Bruce Campbell at the beginning of the festival. Looking for people from Rotary Club of Windsor to represent us who can attend. Additional contact person Susan Cole.

SRJC Shone Farm Tasting Patio. Any Saturday up to October 22. 11:00- 3:00. SRJC Susan Cole teaches a class on tasting room management and operations.
Volunteers needed for tasting. Tasting fee is $10. And the fee is waived if you make a purchase. For more info Google Shone Farms tasting patio.

Veterans Day club service event Saturday November 5 at Nations Finest 12:00-2:00 lunch

I. Environmental Community Eco Shelf Breaker: small group discussion on Environmental Impact issues. Lead by Barbara and Heather.

J. Guest Presentation SCTA/RCPA James Cameron and Ross Clendenen.
Sonoma County Transportation Authority and Regional Climate Protection Authority. Two small but mighty organizations. They are the first in this state. Main emphasis collaboration and coordination with county, state, Bay Area , and USA government. Making sure there are projects ready to apply for grants and other sources of funding for environmental friendly transportation improvements. Highway 101 update and info on Highway 37.

K. Thank you to our guest and volunteers

Setup/ Daniel and Larry

Greeter/Wally

Song/Susan

Scribe/Kathy
Inspiration/Mike
Guests/ James and Ross

L. Closing Comments and Adjourn
Rotarians- environment- raising awareness

Poland and Ukraine

Substitute President: Past President Michael Ragsdale
Flag Salute: Tom Boylan
Song: Heather Cullien:  God Bless America

Inspiration:  From Joan Mora:   Remembering the anniversary of 9/11, let’s recall President Obama’s words with regard to the immediate outpouring of charity and humanity following the terrible attacks: ““Even the smallest act of service, the simplest act of kindness, is a way to honor those we lost, a way to reclaim that spirit of unity that followed 9/11.”

Visiting Rotarians:  none

Guests: 

Cole Yoxall, guest of Alissa Johnson, is the new outreach coordinator for Windsor Resource and recovery.  Welcome Cole.
 
Announcements: 
-Kathy Williams is looking for traffic controllers for the Windsor Day Parade, on October 1^st.

John Hackenberg gave a sad polio update:  last year there were only 2 confirmed wild polio cases.  This year there are 17 cases, including one in New York.  Meanwhile, JB and Carol are in India giving “drops of life” (polio vaccines). 

-9/19  6:00-7:30  Board of Directors Meeting at Barbara McChesney’s, home: 301 Jensen Lane, Windsor.   You don’t need to be on the board to attend. 

-9/28 Info night for Youth Exchange.  We haven’t had a home grown rotary exchange student in a while (Beth joined after her daughter was selected and we are glad she did!).  Contact Bill Bolster if you are interested in attending (billbolster@eoc-inc.com).  The meeting will be at 6:30 or 7:00 pm.

-10/8  Octoberfest/District Foundation Celebration at the Reinhold Ranch, 1200 Oak Springs Lane, Santa Rosa,  3:00-6:30 pm.  $50/person; please register by 10/2/22.  To register please contact Jennifer Strong at 707-349-0815 or Jenniferstrong@jestrong.com. 
 
Pam Moulton introduced today’s speaker:  John Namkung, a Sebastopol resident, who recently traveled to Poland and Ukraine where he helped transport families from the Polish/Ukraine border to cities in Poland.  He also bought and delivered food to shelters in Ukraine.

John drove more than 5000 miles in two weeks, ferrying refugees from the border to safety.    He was saddened to see families including young children standing in line for 6 hours in freezing rain waiting to get across the border.  At least twice on his trip he was in need of help and out of nowhere help appeared.  He called these helpers “Guardian Angels”. His wife questioned why he didn’t stay home and just send a check, and he said, “You can’t get a hug when you send a check.”  He hopes at least one Ukrainian child will grow up remembering a 72 year old Asian man who lived 6,000 miles away who came to help his or her family in their time of need.  John really showed the power of one person to help others. 

Inspired by John’s efforts some neighbors in the Lone Pine Village area of Sebastopol sponsored a Ukrainian family to come and live in Rohnert Park for 2 years under a special program called United for Ukraine.  If you would like to help the Lone Pine Ukrainian Family Aid you can contact:

-Type of Wood Charities (Umbrella Charity for this project) at 567 Polk St. , Twin Falls, ID 83301 or typeofwood.org (do NOT use the PayPal option rather scroll to the blue and white box that says “Choose amount” at the top.  Write in Lone Pine Ukrainian Family Aid in the comment section.
-GoFundMe: http//gofund.me/13b185b0

Thanks to Kurt Mitchler for room set up, and Larry McCabe for AV set up and support.
Thank you to all who helped today!
 
Scribe: Monica McCabe

Update on COVID From your Rotary Nurse…..
 
 COVID UPDATE…..
                                                                                                            
09/13/22
 
NEWS:  

NEW COVID BOOSTERS ARE BEGINNING TO BE AVAILABLE IN SONOMA COUNTY!  

Vaccines have been reformulated to address the subvariants causing the COVID outbreaks.  Check in with your medical provider and get your appointment scheduled for the new booster before Flu season hits.    And also consider scheduling your Flu vaccine too as we move into Fall and winter and
 
I would like to personally thank all of those that reached out to me to provide me with concern and well wishes on post COVID and to ask what they could do.   It is nice knowing that so many people in Windsor and Sonoma County as large as we have grown can take the time to worry about others.    I truly appreciate it and as I said to a fellow Windsor Rotarian this morning, as I nurse it is ingrained in me to give but I have a lot of problems asking for help.  

It is so nice to know that others care……………….     Take care of yourselves and I hope that you dodge the bullet of COVID.   As Dr. Fauci stated “it is not a matter of if you will get COVID, but when!”.    But for your sakes, I hope not.    I have talked to others that have only gotten a slight cold, or congestion and others like our family that got really sick.   But if you can avoid it, really try.    Post COVID, we are finding “Brain fog, lack of ability to focus and the incredible fatigue!”    But at least we are on the mend, feel much better, have tested negative more than once and feel like each day it is bit better.  
 
 
 
Total Cases:      

106,5673 (last week 106,553)           Recovered:  105,192   (last week 104,884)             Active Cases: 969 (last week 1157)        
 
Deaths:                

512   (last week 512)        (****Please be aware that deaths do not get reported always promptly for a variety of reasons and this does not mean that all of these newly reported deaths
                                                occurred in the past week.   ****)
 
Hospitalized:    

38 confirmed cases and 3 in the ICU      (last week 43 confirmed and 2 in the ICU)
 
Vaccination information…. 

As of September 11th,  2022,   1,138,064 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County.  (last week 1,137,809).     We now only have 78%  of our population 6 months and older who are fully vaccinated and 6% have had at least one (1) dose.    With the newly reformulated vaccines now available for boosters, it is hoped that more people who are not fully vaccinated may consider getting vaccinated.   

MASKS:             

Consider wearing a good fitting mask when you are inside, in crowds or where you do not know many of the people.   The ever replicating, mutating and changing virus that causes COVID is still with us, very infectious, easily spread and still causing illness.   Even being outside with others does not make you immune from possible exposure from asymptomatic individuals.   Masks are still being advised if in a group setting whether inside or outside.    COVID infection it seems will continue to be with us just like the flu each year!   Infections are still occurring, ER visits are up, and we continue to see hospitalizations.    The goal of living with this virus is to try and minimize infection and need for hospitalizations so that our health care system is not affected.    Care needs to be available for those suffering life altering illnesses or crises.  

TESTING:  

Go to socoemergency.org  to learn more about free COVID -19 testing in Sonoma County.  Look for COVID-19 Testing and Tracing in Sonoma County.   My Agency,  At Home Nursing, is still available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR) at no charge if you are having any issues finding an appointment.   Just call my office at 707-546-8773 and make an appointment with us.   We also provide  FIT testing for a N95 mask at no charge so that it fits properly.   We are able to sell you N95 masks.   And we are always willing to answer any questions you may have.    If you want to schedule either a booster or the vaccine, appointments can be found by visiting:  https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine or call 707-565-4667.  
 
Be really aware of the activities you chose to participate but live life fully; just practice caution.    Be aware of your surroundings and carry a mask at all times.   Infections are prevalent, happen quickly and will sideline you if you test positive.   We found that out in real time!  Practice good infection control and stay safe!  My wish is for you and yours to stay well!
 
Fondly,
Di

Motown

Meeting agenda

A. Good Morning Rotary Club of Windsor

B. Pledge of Allegiance led by Jeff

C. Inspiration read by Maureen: In this world it is not what we take up, but what we give up that makes us rich. Henry Ward Beecher

D. Song – led by Bill Arnone : I’ve been working on the railroad- in honor of Labor Day.

E. Visiting Rotarians– none

F. Guests: Exchange Students Stefan from Germany and Gabi from Brazil, Domingo and his twin brother, Sebastián, from Chile, and Lauren Hall publisher of The Windsor Connection.

G. The 5th Tuesday on the putting Green was a fun event. Thank You to Londa, Pam, Brian W, Barbara and team for organizing. The next 5th Tuesday will in November. President Brian will be in contact with the team for that event.

H. Upcoming Events and Announcements
Final night Margarita Bar Thursday- Thank You Renee and volunteers. Last Thursdays income $1400.

Windsor Day Parade-no new info

District 5130 Foundation BBQ(south)-October 8, noon – 3pm

35th anniversary celebration (TBD) planning in progress

Polio presentation by Bob Rogers (TBD)

I. Governor’s Environmental Citation Challenge
The Governor’s Challenge is from the Rotary District Governor, Jennifer Strong.  Barbara McChesney is the lead for our club, but also for our whole District 5130, which encompasses Petaluma and up the coast all the way to the Oregon border.

Barb is to lead the environmental team

Barb, Bill, and Heather on the committee. There will be monthly themes. Talked about how the Industrial Revolution impacted climate change and how that is impacting countries like the flooding in Pakistan that never participated in the Industrial Revolution. It is a global problem, we helped cause the problem, and we must be part of the solution.

J. Guest Presentation on Zoom
Gerald Posner lawyer and author of a book on the history of Motown and many other books started off by repeating the joke JB told him about free speech. Good one JB. Mr Posner presented fascinating and well documented history on the rise and fall of Motown including pictures.

K. Thank you to our guest and volunteers:
Setup/Bill Conklin, John Hackenburg
Greeter/Pegi
Song/Bill Arnone
Scribe/Kathy
Inspiration/Maureen
Guests/Stefan, Gabi, Domingo and his brother , Lauren Hall
Thank you JB for a great presentation

L. Closing comments and adjourn-next week Past Pres Rags! Stay inside where it is cool and over hydrate with your favorite beverage.
From your Rotary Nurse

 COVID UPDATE…..

09/07/22

NEWS: NEW COVID BOOSTERS ARE BEGINNING TO BE AVAILABLE IN SONOMA COUNTY! Vaccines have been reformulated to address the subvariants causing the COVID outbreaks.   

                Personal account of getting COVID….. so as most of you know, I am a nurse and nurse practitioner and have worked as a Public Health Nurse for years back East. So, my Public Health training and experience is deeply ingrained in me and stood me in good stead through the AIDS epidemic and now the COVID pandemic. But nothing prepared me for actually getting COVID and being sick! As you know, I pushed to get vaccines available for my health care staff, my family and so many of you all and our elderly population in Windsor…. So being double vaccinated and doubled boosted, I just never saw myself “catching” COVID even though my scientific mind knew better!

We test in our office (all of our employees) every month or with symptoms or outbreaks and believe me we have been seeing outbreaks. Imagine how difficult it is to keep our frail elderly clients staffed when so many of our employees have been testing positive and out the requisite 5 or more days! So, when my husband Les and daughter, Malinda, both got sick last week and tested positive, I immediately moved Les to another bedroom and split up the house for his use and mine! I still did not think I would get it as I kept testing negative. 2 ½ days later, after testing negative after work, at 10:30 pm a fever hit me, the worst headache I have ever experienced and body aches and chills. I was positive!!!!!

For 2 days I fought the fever and once it broke I felt so much better. All I did was sleep, watch movies and sit in the sun soaking up some old fashioned Vitamin D!!!! Thanks to some of my Rotary family for feeding us, checking on us and worrying about us. I don’t get sick, so it is very difficult for me to be sick and stay home. But I finally tested negative on Day 6 and was able to return to the outside world. I do not wish this on anyone and I have thought of how scary it must have been prior to our vaccines for those people who did contract COVID and ended up in the ICU on a ventilator or for those people whose loved ones did not make it out alive… We are so fortunate for medical science, our vaccines and for those Public Health things we now do to keep the spread of disease down. …… GLAD TO BE WELL!  

Total Cases: 106,553 (last week 105,798) Recovered: 104,884 (last week 103,748) Active Cases: 1157 (last week 1540)        

Deaths: 512 (last week 510) (****Please be aware that deaths do not get reported always promptly for a variety of reasons and this does not mean that all of these newly reported deaths occurred in the past week. ****)

Hospitalized: 43 confirmed cases and 2 in the ICU (last week 34 confirmed and25 in the ICU)

Vaccination information….

As of September 4th, 2022, 1,137,809 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County. (last week 1,228,023). We now only have 78% of our population 6 months and older who are fully vaccinated and 6% have had at least one (1) dose. With the newly reformulated vaccines coming out for boosters, it is hoped that this may sway unvaccinated individuals to get vaccinated.   

MASKS:

The ever replicating, mutating and changing virus that causes COVID is still with us, very infectious, easily spread and still causing illness. Even being outside with others does not make you immune from possible exposure from asymptomatic individuals. Masks are still being advised if in a group setting whether inside or outside. COVID infection it seems will continue to be with us just like the flu each year! Infections are still occurring, ER visits are up, and we continue to see hospitalizations. The goal of living with this virus is to try and minimize infection and need for hospitalizations so that our health care system is not affected. Care needs to be available for those suffering life altering illnesses or crises.  

TESTING:

Go to socoemergency.org to learn more about free COVID -19 testing in Sonoma County. Look for COVID-19 Testing and Tracing in Sonoma County. My Agency, At Home Nursing, is still available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR) at no charge if you are having any issues finding an appointment. Just call my office at 707-546-8773 and make an appointment with us. We also provide FIT testing for a N95 mask at no charge so that it fits properly. We are able to sell you N95 masks. And we are always willing to answer any questions you may have. If you want to schedule either a booster or the vaccine, appointments can be found by visiting: https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine or call 707-565-4667.  

Be really aware of the activities you chose to participate but live life fully; just practice caution. Be aware of your surroundings and carry a mask at all times. Infections are prevalent, happen quickly and will sideline you if you test positive. We found that out in real time! Practice good infection control and stay safe!

5th Tuesday Golf Social – Putting Contest with WUSD Pro Danielle Buckman

The club meets at 5 pm, Monday, August 29for a club social including food and drinks, plus a putting lesson and/or putting contest at the main putting green outside Windsor Golf club Pro Shop, over the bridge near Charlie’s front door. 

Wear golf attire (you know, argyle socks, bright or Rotary shirt, loud pants, whatever starts you up!