Windsor Rotary Archived Bulletins

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  • 2022-03-29 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-03-29 Meeting Bulletin

    Supervisor James Gore – Update on Sonoma County Issues

    Our Pledge of Allegiance was led by Monica Mcabe

    President Pam started the meeting by asking all members to proudly acknowledge the successful results of our Spark Success fund raiser – that generated just shy of $70,000.00.  Take a big bow Rotarians!

    JB found his Rotary Moment at a Rotary Convention – Hearing Bill Gates passionately extoll the great partnership of Rotary and the Gates Foundation in teaming up to eliminate polio from the face of the earth – and how he “had” be part of such an organization – to our respective good fortunes!

    Song Leader:  Heather Cullen put a smile on our “Baby Faces” — to start the day as she can do so well!

    President Pam enthusiastically Welcomed our sole visiting Rotarian, speaker for the day and star supervisor for the 4th Supervisorial District James Gore – who was accompanied his assistant Keith Roberts (who is currently seeking a Rotary Club home in Santa Rosa!)

    Supervisor Gore discussed a broad range of local issues with specific emphasis on emergency services, energy delivery issues & insurance, the ongoing drought and water resource challenges and very local issues of proposed Tribal casinos – and appropriate tribal connections!

    Renee Hyde reminded us that we were on track to create the New Member Passport where Club and Rotary information can be easily located and accessed.

    Wally & Sandy Krutz are hard at work creating a resource of needs in Ukraine that can be easily accessed to provide support for those in need in that area of global conflict and tragic carnage.

    President Pam reminded all that they should take advantage of the good fellowship and critical information that is available at the Ukiah District Training Assembly – this coming weekend – April 1 – 2 – And there is a Rotary Reward to the best club party venue on Friday night! (Do we have such a team?)

    Closing thought (by President Pam):  Remember our District Conference – is May 14th & 15th …at the River Lodge in Fortuna.  Sign up now!

    And lest you forget…We are looking forward to participating in the Windsor Day Parade on May 7th (10am to 12pm) with our super-sized Rotary Balloon!

    COVID UPDATE FROM DIANE BRABETZ:

    42% OF AMERICANS HAVE TESTED POSITIVE FOR COVID-19 UP FROM 27% IN LATE JANUARY.  VACCINATIONS AND BOOSTERS HAVE KEPT FOLKS OUT OF HOSPITALS HOWEVER AND OFF VENTS!

    Total Cases:  83,717 (last week 83,396)      Recovered: 82,338  (last week 81,871)       Active Cases: 892 (last week 1041)   
    Deaths: 487  (last week 484)
    New Cases: 83,396 total cases as of March 20, 2022 in Sonoma County!
    Hospitalized:   21 confirmed and 1 ICU cases  (last week 15 confirmed and 3 ICU cases)  

    Vaccination information: As of March 27th, 2022, 1,014,970 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County. (last week 1,013,260).  81% of our population 5 years and older are fully vaccinated and 7% have had at least one (1) dose.

    MASKS: Regardless of vaccination status, masks are no longer required in most public settings, although Public Health Officials strongly recommend masking in public indoor settings, especially in crowded or poorly ventilated spaces. It does remain the safest choice for an individual and does protect those who are medically vulnerable or those who cannot be vaccinated such as our youngest children.  If you have symptoms, please mask up!  If you are going to be visiting or staying with someone who is immune-compromised, use a mask please. Testing is still required for those not fully vaccinated or boosted to ensure we do not have an outbreak or new surge.

    Vaccine sites are still open and offering vaccinations and boosters.  We continue to encourage everyone eligible for the booster, to get one.  We have seen the proof that this prevents disease and hospitalizations and those who still breakthrough have minor symptoms.  Enjoy our relaxation of mask mandates, but keep others safe please.

    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.  In addition, my staff at At Home Nursing still are available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR), FIT testing for a N95 mask so that it fits properly or answer any questions you may have.  Call our office at 707-546-8773 to schedule an appointment.  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.  

    Thanks so much for all you have done to help in this pandemic and take it so seriously.  You have been instrumental in helping our community!

  • 2022-03-22 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-03-22 Meeting Bulletin

    Update on Ukraine by Dr. Curt Groninga

    Good Day, fellow Rotarians and friends and family who are reading our weekly bulletin. Today’s minutes are from TUESDAY, March 22, 2022.

    Pledge of Allegiance lead by visiting Past District Governor Doug Johnson.

    INSPIRATION: Rotary’s 4 Way Test. The Four-Way Test of the things we think, say or do is a test used by Rotarians world-wide as a moral code for personal and business relationships. The test can be applied to almost any aspect of life, A Guiding Post.

    SONG: Heather was unable to attend this morning and lead us in song, but it is JB’s Birthday so we blessed him with a roaring rendition of HAPPY BIRTHDAY.

    VISITING ROTARIANS: Sandie Krutz introduced Past District Governor Doug Johnson from the Rotary Club of Santa Rosa

    GUESTS OF ROTARIANS: Sue Nelson introduced Curt Groninga, Bill Turner, & her husband, John Nelson
    Barbara McChesney introduced her husband, David Doht.

    Rotarian of the Month: Dev Sodagar. Dev has been very busy behind the scenes preparing for our SPARK SUCCESS! fundraiser this Saturday. Thank you, Dev!

    ANNOUNCEMENTS:

    • Bill Bolster attended Salvation Army’s award banquet March 17, (with green hair) and received an award for the Rotary Club of Windsor for collecting over $1,100.00 ringing the Bell in December. I believe Bill said we collect the third highest amount!  
    • Bill also announced there will be a Choices Program at the Windsor Middle School in April; this program is aimed at keeping kids in school. Bill will provide more details, Please contact Bill if interested in participating.
    • Renee Hyde has created a Passport to Success as a means for new members to get to know other members and learn more about our club and Rotary Service. Renee has set up a schedule of quick “after the meeting” meetings new or existing members can attend to learn about each area of Rotary in the passport. Meetings start in April and will posted at our regular Rotary meetings.
    RolePerson/PeopleQ2 2022Q3 2022Q4 2022
    PresidentPam Moulton4/57/0510/4
    Club CommunicationsWally Krutz4/127/1210/11
    WRCFBrian Ling4/197/1910/18
    The Rotary FoundationDiane Brabetz4/267/2610/25
    TreasurerEd Turner / Carol Martin5/38/211/1
    Club OperationsChris Landwehr5/108/911/8
    Youth ServicesPegi Ball5/178/1611/15
    International ServiceSue Nelson / Susan Cole5/248/2311/29
    Community ServiceSue Nelson / Susan Cole5/318/3011/29
    Service GrantsSandi Krutz6/79/612/6
    RecognitionDoug Williams6/149/1312/13
    Club CultureLeslie Lewis6/219/20Dark
    MembershipRenee Hyde6/289/27Dark
    • Wally Krutz (History Buff) has gathered boxes of documents belonging to the Rotary Club of Windsor and is looking of volunteers to help sort through the boxes and create a History book on the Rotary Club of Windsor and Windsor. windsorrotaryclubhistorians@dacdb.com
    • May 7, 2022 Windsor Parade: This has always been a fun event Rotarians have participated in, balancing the Rotary cold balloon as we walked the parade route. With the end of the pandemic, Windsor is wanting to make this a special event. Rotarians needed. Windsorrotary/parade@dacdb.com
    • Catherine Hanron needs some folks to man the pickup for silent auction items, March 28 & 29. There is promise of donuts in the AM and wine in the PM, contact Catherine: helldiver@comcast.net

    SPEAKER:
    Sue Nelson introduced our speakers:

    Doug Johnson a member of the Rotary Club of Santa Rosa and Past District Governor.
    Dr. Curt Groninga, a resident of Santa Rosa, retired administrator of SRJC. Curt was involved in many landmark facility development projects such as SRJC Petaluma Campus, the Public Safety Training Center in Windsor as well major improvements on the SRJC’s Santa Rosa Campus. Curt and his wife Vicki have traveled extensively around the world, achieving a broad understanding of both political and human conditions. Perhaps no place or people have impacted him more than Ukraine. Curt has traveled to Cherkassy and has hosted visits from Ukrainian citizens who have traveled here over the last 15 years.

    Dr. Curt started his presentation stating that he soon will be 77 and remembers the air-raid drills in school, hiding under the desk at the sound of the siren, and stated this is a reality for the students in Ukraine.  
    Santa Rosa and Cherkassy became sister cities 1990 and an exchange between colleges was established. Dr Curt and Bill Turner traveled to Cherkasy in 1998, finding it to be more like what we knew in the 1950’s, and substandard living.  The architecture and living had developed since that first visit.
    Bill Turner’s host family the Lashchenko Family, both Doctors with two daughters, the girls interpreted for them while in Ukraine.

    Dr Lashchenko is a charter member of the Cherkasy Rotary Club and very active in supporting the Ukraine people. He went to Chernobyl at the time of the melt down with nothing more than the equivalent of a N-95 mask. Many of the rescue team that aided in the Chernobyl disaster have since died of cancer.
    Children were still swimming in the waters contaminated by Chernobyl and being diagnosed with cancer.

    The Lashchenko’s established a medical center for those suffering from Cancer and TB.
    Dr Curt’s presentation was filled with the relationships and love that had been created with the people of Ukraine, how the Rotary Clubs there (35 in Ukraine) have worked to assist the Ukrainian people and how this war has created a moral and very difficult decision for Doctors in Ukraine.

    A Rotary Club in Germany has taken over funding for the Rotary Club of Cherkasy and continues their efforts.

    The Lashchenko’s remained at the hospital in Ukraine until the bombing included medical facilities and were no longer safe. Dr. Natasha Laschenko’s health also required her to go to Poland to receive medication. The children were moved to Poland, however, difficult to resume needed treatments. The Laschenko’s daughters are safe here in the US, however, when asked if they thought their parents would join them here, they replied no, they did not think they would leave the people.

    Medication and medical supplies are urgently needed. The best way for us to help is to donate to the Rotary
    International Foundation    .

    Closing remark: War does not determine who is right – only who is left.

    Latest COVID News from your Rotary Nurse, Diane Brabetz…. 03/22/22

    COVID UPDATE:  HIGH RISK COVID -19 PATIENTS MAY NOW HAVE NEW TREATMENTS AVAILABLE FOR HOME USE!  These anti-viral medications can prevent people with health risks from getting sicker and filling up our hospitals if there is another surge. FDA has authorized the use of Pfizer’s Paxlovid tablets or Merck’s Molnupiravir capsules for use within 5 days of developing symptoms.
     
    Total Cases: 83,396 (last week 83,110) Recovered: 81,871 (last week 81,224) Active Cases: 1041 (last week 1405)

    Deaths: 484  (last week 481)

    New Cases: 83,396 total cases as of March 20, 2022 in Sonoma County!

    Hospitalized: 15 confirmed and 3 ICU cases (last week 15 confirmed and 3 ICU cases)  

    Vaccination information: As of March 20th, 2022, 1,013,260 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County. (last week 1,010,788). 81% of our population 5 years and older are fully vaccinated and 7% have had at least one (1) dose.
    MASKS: Since our mask mandate was rescinded for the general population (health care personnel and settings are still required), employers and establishments can still require the use of masks inside.  Please check before entering a building to see what is posted and always have a mask handy.  If you have symptoms, please mask up!  If you are going to be visiting or staying with someone who is immune-compromised, use a mask please. Testing is still required for those not fully vaccinated or boosted to ensure we do not have an increase in spread here in our County.

    If you are traveling, masks continue to be a deterrent to the spread of COVID-19.  They are suggested where case rates are high or there are outbreaks occurring.  They are also suggested still in crowded, poorly ventilated spaces and for protection around those who are vulnerable and for young children who are not yet eligible for vaccinations. When wearing a mask, ensure that it is tight fitting such as a N95, KN95, or use a cloth mask over a surgical mask. Please be respectful of other’s who still choose to wear a mask whether it is mandated or no.

    Vaccine sites are still open and offering vaccinations and boosters.  We continue to encourage everyone eligible for the booster, to get one.  We have seen the proof that this prevents disease and hospitalizations and those who still breakthrough have minor symptoms.  As a health care professional, I am optimistically positive that we have turned the corner, but we could encounter another variant, another outbreak and be asked to mask once again for everyone’s safety.  Enjoy our relaxation of mandates, but keep others safe please.

    At Home Nursing, my Agency is still available to provide you COVID testing if you need it (PCR), FIT testing for a N95 mask so that it fits properly or answer any questions you may have.  Call our office at 707-546-8773.  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.

  • 2022-03-15 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-03-15 Meeting Bulletin

    St. Patrick’s Day Festivities Plus Craft Talks

    Scribe Notes by Monica McCabe.

    Robin Resendez was our Greeter today!

    Mackenzie Rose Gay, a student from Windsor High School, led us in the pledge of allegiance.

    Bill Arnone led us in song, a lovely rendition of “When Irish Eyes are Smiling.”

    Renee Hyde had a special announcement for Spark Success, our Rotary Fundraiser which is quickly approaching!  Please be sure

    • -to sign up for the Auction
    • -forward the sign up to a friend who might like to participate
    • -begin bidding on the online items! 
    • -make a plan for the evening of the auction!  There are several watch parties planned and members can join, or make their own!  Maureen and Mike Merrill are hosting a party at Mutt Lynch Winery and Bellacana Vineyards in downtown Windsor, and there are view parties at the Conklins, the Hansens, and the Hydes!  Please be sure to RSVP if you are going to join one! Maureen will send an email regarding the view parties.  

    Pam left a paper bag of goodies on each table – each one containing some of the gifts she has received from her traveling supporters!  Each bag had a price tag, and members were encouraged to purchase the bags -sight unseen!  Most were gone by the end of the meeting!

    Rotary Moment:  Sandie Kurtz gave a great summary of the development of the Rotary Wheel which developed from a simple wagon wheel, then one that was kicking up dust, to a wheel of spokes and cogs, and finally the modern wheel has a keyway – symbolizing the “real worker” that is each Rotary member.
    Our guests today were the Gay family:  Daniel Myers introduced us to  Mackenzie Rose Gay, her dad, Michael and sister, Mikayla.  

    Also joining them was Mackenzie’s teacher David Beale.  Mackenzie is the Nueva Student of the Year, and our student of the month.  She is a budding actress/director/producer/prop steward and stage manager.  Nueva School for the Arts Core is a way for students to learn English and History through the production of plays from start to finish.  Mackenzie is a bright and shiny star, and is clearly set to go far in the future.  Congratulations!!

    Rotarian of the Month: Dev Sodager has jumped into Rotary with two feet.  Thank you, Dev. 
    Announcements: 
    Nation’s Finest is hosting a Game of Throws (corn hole) on March 26th – 11:00 am- 3:00 pm.  It is the  same day as our fundraiser – on the green.  Check details and registration at Nationsfinest.org.
    Carol Martin and Ed Turner announced the launch of Skippy 2 which can help take our money easier than ever.

    Ed Turner had the incredible news that Carl Lewis bequeathed to the Club’s endowment fund an amazing gift of $865,848! This brings our total base to $1,500,000.  Only the interest is used for projects – but that is a significant amount of interest.  Carl’s gift is one we will never forget. 

    Pegi reminded everyone there are still some charcuterie boards for $75.00 each to nibble on the night of the Fund raiser!  Check windsorrotary.org website and click on Spark Success.

    Michael Juric shared the joyous news of his grandson’s birth; welcome future Rotarian Everett Michael Juric!

    District Assembly is the evening of April 1 – April 2 in Ukiah.  Registration is on line.
    Thank you to Past President Leslie Lewis for being the President of the Day March 8th! 

    Barbara McChesney bestowed upon Pam a bounty of gifts from her recent travels which included visiting 10 national parks, Native American nations, a UFO campsite and a civil rights museum. 
    Craft Talks:
                    Dev Sodager shared his hobby of painting teeny tiny figurines.  He and his wife brought their pup, Tillie, home from England on the Queen Mary II!  He joined Rotary to immerse himself in the community, and he certainly is doing that!
                    Kathy Williams (aka Brian’s mom) retired from a busy career in social service,  including a CPS Supervisor and Trainer.  She cared for her Mom in Oregon, for 12 years and then moved to be closer to Brian and his family, helping to raise his girls.  She enjoys travel, Silver Sneakers and Water Aerobics among other activities. 
                    Larry McCabe has spent his career in medical instrumentation, and mostly in ultrasound.  His particular talent is acting as the go between engineers and marketing.  He has traveled to Europe and China for work, forging friendships and work relations with good people in each country he visited.  He is very proud that his work in ultrasound has benefited each member of his family.
                    Monica McCabe taught preschool for a parent cooperative in Sunnyvale which emphasized play based learning, parent education and the value of getting to know people from other cultures and backgrounds. 

    Next week: Jose Guillian and Curt Groninga are going to present information on the Cherkassy Region of Ukraine. 

    May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow, and may trouble avoid you wherever you go!

  • 2022-03-08 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-03-08 Meeting Bulletin

    Past President Leslie Lewis “Fines Away”!

    Past President Leslie Lewis takes over our meetings and “Fines Away!

    Pledge of Allegiance – given the issues in Ukraine, this had real meaning this morning!
    Song:     JB led us in our song and my only comment is “we need to keep our Day jobs!”
    Rotary Moment:
                    Past President Leslie shared with us two of her Rotary moments….. she attended her first Rotary meeting with her Dad, John (Founder of our Windsor Rotary Club) at age 9 and still remembers a huge cake rolled in and a scantily clad women jumping out…    that is a visual!

    Second Rotary Moment was joining our Club and becoming involved in the Exchange Program which she ended up becoming our Exchange Student Coordinator – did you know she and Nirmal hosted 12 students from various countries for us???  Leslie says she still loves the saying that she heard early on in the exchange program – “IF you know someone somewhere it is hard to go to war against them”.   How very true….
    Visiting Rotarians:           None
    Guest of Rotarians:

    1. Beth Smith introduced her family – husband Donnie, and daughters, Kate and Emma
    2. Kelly and Greg Mortenson and their daughter, Rebecca
    3. Glenda Sales – our very own Past President and former Exchange Student Coordinator introduced her husband, Sergio
    4. Domingo – our adopted son from Chili
    5. At some point in here, Past President Leslie fined John How $5 for talking out of turn!

    Rotarian of the Month:
                    Dev Sodagar – thanks for all that you have done already for our Club!

    Rotary International:
                    John Hackenburg let us know that RI has earmarked monies to go to the relief fund for Disaster Response in Ukraine.   Donate through Rotary and ensure your monies go to the relief and make a difference.   You can go on DACdb – go to Donate – then choose Disaster Response Fund and make your contribution.    Tom Boylan, District Governor Elect also let us know that we would be getting something from our District with this information to make our donations easy to make.

    Fund Raising Event:
                    Co chair, Bill Conklin reminded us that our event is Saturday, March 26th.    We are suggesting that we all gather wherever you will watch this at 5:30 pm and the Auction will begin at 6:30 pm.    On March 12th, the Silent Auction items will open to the public to begin bidding.  Bidding closes on Sunday, March 27th (you have another day after our event) at 5 pm.   

                    Catherine Hanron, who is handling Silent Auction items reported that we have 77 items totaling $23,000 right now but she needs us to get up off our butts and get her more!!!!   We have a goal of 100 items so she needs everyone to find more silent auction items.   If you have an idea but are hesitant about contacting someone to ask, let Catherine know.   She will help…

    Scholarship Committee:
                    Terry Andreachhi, has taken over the Scholarship Committee.   Thanks Terry….  We have $10,000 to give out in scholarships this year and already have about 15 applications from students.   Terry asked for volunteers to be on the committee and help decide who should be awarded.   The following members did volunteer:
    Di Brabetz, Pam Moulton, John How, Carol Martin, Dev Sodagar, Bill Bolster, Mitch Grandi, Bill Arnone, and Mike Merrill.  If this scribe missed anyone, please contact Terry to let him know you are interested.

    PETS Training: (President Elect Training Seminar)
                    Seems a group of ours knew “their way to San Jose….”  Brian Ling (President Elect), Tom Boylan (District Governor Elect), and Sandie Krutz (Assistant Governor elect) went to San Jose – I cannot stop singing that song…… and they returned bearing gifts for our President Pam.   They shared there were about 400 people there and they got to meet and hear Jennifer Jones, who will be the First Woman President of RI.  Her theme come July will be “Imagine”    We have a heavy presence in our District with so many Past District Governors and our own Michael Juric is the District Trainer and very involved.   Windsor has a huge impact and we should be very proud!

    • April 2nd the District Assembly will be held in Ukiah 8am-3 pm with a Social the evening before (April 1st)
    • May 21-22 will be our District Conference in Fortuna. 
    • Did you know our Windsor Rotary club is 35 years old????   YAY

    Exchange Program:
    Beth Smith shared with us this will be our first exchange program in 2 years because of the pandemic.  Glenda Sales, Pegi Ball, Renee Hyde, Bill Bolster and Sandie Krutz who have all been involved with the Youth Exchange program along with Leslie Lewis welcomed our 2 outbound students and introduced them and their families.   They were each presented with a flag from the country they will be going to because our District was not able to hold the ceremony where current exchange students from their country they get would wrap them in the country’s flag and present it to them.

    • Rebecca Mortenson will be going to Sweden and she shared her thoughts of going away and thanks for being selected.  
    • Kate Smith has tried to go several times and each time COVID stopped her program.   3rd time is a charm and she got Japan this time which was her first choice.    She is thrilled!
    • Past President Leslie shared her thoughts on the program and encouraged them to cry in the shower, but enjoy every experience.
    • Di Brabetz whose daughter, Melissa, was our Club’s first exchange student to Sweden shared what a life changing experience this was for Melissa.  She encouraged the students to participate fully, enjoy every experience they could and live each day to the fullest. 

    FINES:
                    And then we turned Past President Leslie loose to fine………..  there is no one like her!!!

    • Mitch Grandi – recognized for his birthday which he says he has nothing planned fun – “Kaching” she fined him $5 – the hit him with another $20 for being out of our Club for awhile.   Welcome back Mitch – we are happy to have you!
    • Di Brabetz – was at her house in Mexico using Past President’s Leslie’s hammock, soaking up sun and celebrated her Anniversary there and has a Birthday coming up – “Kaching” – Di made a $1000 donation to the Ukraine Disaster Relief
    • Carol and JB – took a trip to Savannah Georgia – $50 fine to Carol and JB will finish his fines…..
    • John LeCave – has a birthday but not there for Leslie to fine him
    • Bill Conklin – it is his wife’s birthday on the 13th – “Kaching” – $500 donation to the Ukraine Disaster Relief.
    • Monica and Larry – $5 for not having a picture yet.   And they went on a trip to Hawaii, sawy the volcano, and swam with Manta Rays…. “Kaching”… $100 for each to donate to the Ukraine Disaster Relief.
    • Leslie Lewis – Brian Ling suggested that because Leslie has missed meetings, under the 4 Way Test, etc. that she be fined and there was a chorus of Past Presidents that seemed to go along with this – so the fines were turned on Leslie and she agreed to pay $100 to her John Lewis Fund.
    • Renee Hyde – she was on the slopes skiing and won at Video Poker – “Kaching” $50 to the Ukraine Disaster Relief
    • John Hackenburg – seems there is new BMW that he and Jean are picking up back East and will get to go on the track.    “Kaching” – he made a $1000 donation to the Ukraine Disaster Relief.
    • Sue Nelson – went to Grass Valley / Nevada City – Leslie asked if she drank?? – “Kaching” – $250 donation to the Ukraine Disaster Relief
    • John Howe – finished his John Lewis Fund and put $150 to Polio Plus
    • Do you realize our Club in a very short amount of time pledged $3000 towards the Ukraine Disaster Relief!   We should be so very proud – thanks everyone….. This scribe was not sure she got all of the fines so please accept my apology…. Money flies around so fast when Leslie is President for the Day!  It was hard for me to keep up!!!

    WRAP UP:
    Past President Leslie introduced herself to the new members she has not met and made sure to congratulate again our 2 outgoing Exchange Students, Rebecca and Kate.   Have a great year!

    ADJOURNMENT:
    Past President Leslie thanked all for coming and allowing her to fill in.  In an honor to Warren Buffet, she closed with one of his sayings…. “The most important thing to do if you find yourself in a hole is to stop digging”!

    SEE YOU NEXT TUESDAY…….

    COVID UPDATE:    BOOSTERS HAVE BEEN FOUND TO BE VERY PROTECTIVE IN THE FIGHT AGAINST COVID!
    MANDATES ON MASK WEARING HAVE EXPIRED AND THERE IS CAUTIOUS OPTIMISM THAT WE ARE ON THE DOWNWARD SIDE OF COVID HERE IN SONOMA COUNTY!

    Total Cases: 82,921   (last week 82,449) 
    Recovered: 80,253   (last week 78,200)
    Active Cases:2191 (last week 3775)        
    Deaths: 477   (last week449)
    New Cases: 472 cases this past week   (last week 661) 
    Hospitalized: 33 confirmed and 2 suspected    (last week 32 confirmed and 2 suspected)      

    Vaccination information….  As of March 6th, 2022, 1,009,710 doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County.  (last week 1,006,076).     81% of our population 5 years and older  are fully vaccinated and 7% have had at least one (1) dose.

    MASKS: Dr. Sundari Mase, Sonoma County’s Public Health Officer rescinded the mask mandate on February 16th for all fully vaccinated individuals.  On March 7th, she issued an Amendment No. 3 to the Order which allows (health care still required) to exempt from testing and face covering requirements for those fully vaccinated but not yet boosted.  However, it does continue to allow employers to continue to require testing on non-boosted personnel, personnel with confirmed COVID 19 infection, or anyone with symptoms.    Because our County has had a reduction in the number of COVID 19 cases and hospitalizations public health is shifting away from testing as testing materials are low in supply and difficult to obtain.

    Unvaccinated individuals over age 2 will continue to be required to wear masks in all indoor public settings.   Indoor masking is still required by the State for everyone, regardless of vaccination status in public transportation, health care settings, congregate settings (like correctional facilities and homeless shelters), long-term care facilities and in all K-12 schools and childcare settings.

    Masks continue to be a deterrent to the spread of COVID-19 and are suggested where case rates are high or there are outbreaks occurring.   They are also suggested still in crowded, poorly ventilated spaces and for protection around those who are vulnerable and for young children who are not yet eligible for vaccinations.  When wearing a mask, ensure that it is tight fitting such as a N95, KN95, or use a cloth mask over a surgical mask .   People can continue to choose to wear a mask whether it is mandated or not and we should respect other’s feelings.

    We continue to encourage everyone eligible for the booster, to get one.   We have seen the proof that this prevents disease and hospitalizations and those who still breakthrough have minor symptoms.   As a health care professional I am optimistically positive that we have turned the corner, but we could encounter another variant, another outbreak and be asked to mask once again for everyone’s safety.    Enjoy our relaxation of mandates, but keep others safe please.

    Please know that I am always available to answer questions, help with scheduling appointment, providing a test or even FIT testing you for a N95 mask so that it fits properly.  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.   Do not hesitate to contact me OR my staff at my office (At Home Nursing) at 546-8773 if you need to be tested – we would be happy to test you.   We are also available to FIT test you for an M95 mask and can sell those to you.   

  • 2021-12-07 Meeting Bulletin

    2021-12-07 Meeting Bulletin

    Dee Schweitzer tells us about the California Grand Jury system

    President Pam called our meeting to order at 7:30 AM.
    Wally Krutz led us in the Pledge of Allegiance

    Bill Arnone called on us to remember that it was 80 years ago on this day that Pearl Harbor was attacked by the Japanese.  But we weren’t going to sing about that.   He led us in a rousing rendition of “Deck the Halls” and the club performed admirably.

    Terry Andreacchi offered the club two of his Rotary moments:  first was when he attended a Rotary International Convention in Philadelphia.  He felt as if the whole world was there – people from all parts of the world, all dressed in different ways and coming together for Rotary.  He said it was “hair raising”.   His second moment was at a District Conference where he was representing the San Carlos Rotary.  And the whole event was about the people in the room:  “friends and fellowship”.   That’s what Rotary means to him.

    Guests of Rotarians today were:
    Dee Schweitzer, our speaker, about the Sonoma County Grand Jury
    Charlie Johnson, representing the Windsor Girls Softball Team

    President Pam then announced and recognized our December Rotarian of the Month.  She said our December honoree was a longstanding member in the Club, Past President, big skier, a Paul Harris Fellow, a sustaining member and has served on several Club and District Committees, both in the areas of Youth and Membership. 

    She has been a long-standing part of our Rotary Youth Exchange Program.  She recently hosted the brother of one of our former Youth Exchange students and provided avenues for amazing activities and contacts with other Rotarians – so much so that he now wants to move back to the states full time.  And she is Leader of the Pack at the Rotary Bar.  She is the impetus behind our Cub keeping International Service at the forefront in our Club. 

    And this year she created the “Passport for Success” which is creating opportunities for our new Rotarians to engage more easily and access information about Rotary and our Club at a very personal level.  Hats off to RENEE HYDE – DECEMBER ROTARIAN OF THE MONTH !!!!!

    Leslie Lewis acknowledged birthdays for the following members:

    Karen Ricketts, who donated to Rotary International in honor of her Dad, Jack Ricketts.   And, she also donated to the Ken Moulton Scholarship Fund, which generated the train horn whistle from Brian Ling.

    Leah Hansen was recognized for her November birthday.  Leah said she had two celebratory meals for her birthday and donated to the Windsor Rotary Community Foundation (WRCF) for her birthday.

    Rags was on the recognition list, but insisted that his birthday was in September!  He still donated based on his number of chickens, either 14 or 25???

    President Pam announced:

    Each month Rotary has a theme – a focus – we have tried to keep this in the forefront when planning our monthly meetings – to have at least ONE meeting that gives focus to the theme for that month

    Last month was Foundation- we started the introduction with the purple pinky when Bob Rogers was talking about Polio.

    In November – we had Greg and Lili Freitas who talked about some of the activities that the foundation is involved in – i.e. International exchanges, etc.

    This month – the focus is DISEASE PREVENTION – again focus on not just POLIO but other areas in which ROTARY is involved in supporting training facilities and health camps in undeveloped countries who are also struggling with HIV/AIDS and malaria.  Financing programs and working with communities to improve drinking water and sanitation infrastructure.

    We are dedicated to working with partners on an international level to reach the one in six people in the world who can’t afford to pay for health care.

    The world relies on Rotary to tackle these global challenges, and to set an example for others to follow.  Our Club has been active and involved in international projects such as these, supporting a clean water project in Peru this year.

    President Pam announced that Sandi and Wally had a family announcement:  their daughter is engaged!  Sandi said the news came at the first of November, that they like their son-in-law-to-be, and that he has red hair!

    Joan Mora announced our ROTARY CHRISTMAS PARTY– this Saturday, December 11, at John How’s home, 9951 Troon Court, Windsor, at 5:30 PM.  Members are to bring:  drinks to share, a food dish to share, and an unwrapped gift that reminds you of the Rotarian name you drew.  If you didn’t draw a name, contact Joan Mora or Sandi to receive a name.  All the gifts we bring to the Rotary Christmas party will be donated to the Windsor Toy and Food Drive, which is co-chaired by our own Robin Resendez. 

    Bill Bolster rang the BIG bell – that is the Salvation Army bell – looking for more volunteers for December 11 and December 18.  Bill reminded us that there are 1.4 million Rotarians in the world who have given 19 million hours of service in the last year.  This is an impressive organization we belong to!

    Sue Nelson offered a summary just to clarify all of the activities of our Club during this holiday season:

    1. We are adopting Windsor families in need through teams established last week.  This is in coordination with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Sonoma/Marin.  See Sandi Krutz with your team donations of gift cards which will be delivered this Friday.
    2. Our Club has donated financially to the Windsor Community Toy & Food Drive.  And, to add to our fun we are buying a toy that reminds you of a fellow Rotarian whose name you have chosen.  Bring this toy on Saturday to our Christmas party at John How’s home.  The toy should be unwrapped or in a bag and we will try to guess who the Rotarian is.  These toys will all be donated through Robin Resendez to the Community Toy and Food Drive.

    Both of the above are part of our financial commitment to our community this Christmas.  But there are also hands-on activities available for us to donate our time and our hearts:

    1. Bell Ringing for the Salvation Army – see Bill Bolster to sign up
    2. Community Toy and Food Drive needs volunteers working to wrap gifts and work the tables to give these gifts to families.  Please go to this website to sign up and volunteer:  https://windsorfoodandtoydrive.com/volunteer/.  Volunteers are needed for this coming week and the event is December 18, 10AM to 2 PM, at Cali Calmecac.

    President Pam called on Maureen Merrill to let us know about the Zone meeting she and Mike attended.   Maureen offered a basket of gifts to Pam.  Then she spoke eloquently about the RI President Shehkar Mehta discussing “Empowering Girls” program, and asking “what would you and your club do?”

    Ed Turner offered this information to President Pam:  We contributed $372.50 to the WRCF last Tuesday with our breakfast donations.  Ed offered the additional $2.50 to make it an even $375 to the fund, echoed by Bill Arnone. 

    President Pam recognized Diane Brabetz for her generous contributions overall for our Club, and especially for her membership in the Polio Plus Society, which earned Diane a pin and bracelet.  Special thanks to Diane for her time and offers of support to the Nations Finest home with contributions of time, expertise and medical boxes!

    Also THANKS to Kurt Mitchler for donating 60 toothbrushes and tubes of toothpaste for the Nation’s Finest Home.

    Sandi Krutz reviewed the Monday visit to the Nation’s Finest event and said it went “swimmingly”.  There was an emotional presentation of colors.  Local politician James Gore attended as well as a rep from Mike McGuire’s office.  There was a good deal of “pomp and circumstance”, and Rotary was acknowledged for our support.

    Sue Nelson then summarized our Community Service donations which have been completed:   Your dollars through Rotary Club of Windsor have supported:

    • $300 to Santa Tim
    • $500 to North Bay Met Academy for water catchment systems

    And now – Sue made the presentation of the check for $835 to Charlie Johnson of the Windsor Girls Softball Team for new equipment bags carrying the Rotary logo.

    Bill Arnone introduced our in-person speaker, Dee Schweitzer, who is a trainer with the California Grand Jurors Association.   Dee travels throughout the state training new civil grand jurors.  She served on the Sonoma County Civil Grand Jury 2017-2018 term, and as Foreperson during the 2018-2019 term. 

    ———————-
    Dee has given us links to the following – click any one to access it:

    The video she was trying to show.  Agents of Change 
    Grand Jury Application
    Grand Jury Flyer
    Grand Jury Complaint
    ———————-

    Dee gave us an interesting and informative presentation about the civil grand jury.  She began with the tongue-in-cheek quote from Tom Wolfe’s “Bonfire of the Vanities” that “the District Attorney could get a Grand Jury to indict a ham sandwich.” 

    She explained the difference between a criminal and civil grand jury – civil grand jurors serve as their own investigators as well as jurors.  She offered the criteria to apply for the grand jury, described the “super majority” and what it means, as well as the strict confidentiality of the grand jury.  And, she discussed the significance of the final report published every year by the grand jury.  For more info, and to read the reports of our Sonoma County Grand Jury, go to http://sonoma.courts.ca.gov/info/administration/grand-jury

    President Pam ended the meeting with this thought from William James Mayo, namesake of the clinic:
    “The aim of medicine is to prevent disease and to prolong life.  The idea of medicine is to eliminate the need of a physician.”

  • 2022-03-01 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-03-01 Meeting Bulletin

    Treason – The Law in the USA

    HAPPY MARDI GRAS EVERYONE!!!

    Or as us Brits would say – Happy Pancake day!

    If you’d like to celebrate with pancakes – here is a British style recipe to try. – https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/pancakebatter_13556 You probably even have all the ingredients already!

    Pledge of Allegiance: Brian Ling

    Song: When the Saints come Marching Home – thanks to Joan for providing and to El Presidenté for some delightful percussion accompaniment.

    Guests :

    • Aldenee Suomala – Student of the Year and her family and teacher – Paul Jolly
    • Past member Dennis Wilkinson
    • Exchange Student Domingo in the house!

    Rotary Moment:

    John HEWKO

    General Secretary and CEO of Rotary international and the Rotary Foundation is from Kiev, Ukraine   and Charter member of the Kiev Rotary Club Part of a group that pre-pared the draft for the post-Soviet Constitution

    PAUSE for PEACE!!

    Rotarian of the Month is… well it’s me (Dev Sodagar) apparently! Many thanks to Pam for all the lovely things you had to say about me and my work to date and a huge, huge thanks to everyone in the club for making me feel so welcome.

    Announcements:

    • Bill announce for Kate going to Japan! and Rebecca going to Sweden!
    • Domingo – HANDY MAN looking for work so I you have something that needs doing – reach out to him.
    • Still accepting items on Silent Auction!
    • Children’s Dictionaries for Brooks and Cali Calmecac – Delivered!

    Gifts for El Presidenté get’s it’s own section this week:

    • JB and Carol – back from Savannah! Candied Praline Pecans for El Presidente – AND a Polio-free pen for John Hackenberg!
    • Hawaii trip with coffee honey syrup for El Presidente
    • Diane – Mexico trip – Tshirt and hot sauce, mug and cup
    • Domingo’s mother sends our President a book on the history of Rotary!

    Student of the Month in Humanities:  – Aldenee Somali

    Introduced by Daniel Myers

    Paul Jolly really gave us an understanding of how Aldenee is not just an excellent student but one who really embraces the elements of the four-way test.

    Aldenee reminded us that Humanities is about the connections that we for. After the separation of Covid – it’s more important than ever. Collaboration, relationships and group activities are all a big part of Humanities. Humanities will be ending and that’s a huge loss to future students

    Aldenee will be going to JC and taking those two years to really identify what she wants to do for her future.

    Paul Harris Fellowship Awards:

    John Hackenburg presented

    Congratulations to Steve, JB, Carol for reaching Paul Harris +1

    and Wally for reaching Paul Harris +5

    Windsor Rotary will match (in $100 increments) your Paul Harris contributions in points for the first $500! So get those donations in!
     

    LAW of Treason:

    Carlton Larson spoke to us on his latest book:

    A leading authority on the Law of Treason in the US and author of several books on the subject.

    What constitutes Treason really came to the forefront of public conscious in 2016 as members of the Press started asking about the implications of many actions by the sitting president. With thought to this Carlton Larson set about writing On Treason – A Citizen’s Guide to the Law.

    US Constitution Article 3, Section 3 is the section that speaks to Treason against the United States. This is a very limited definition of Treason with a high bar to meet.

    January 6th may meet this on the basis of the Whisky Rebellion but later decisions take a narrower view that levying War cannot be against a single Law but the government overall. With the instigation being one branch against another, the need for two witnesses and the lack of consideration for other forms of evidence such as video. It means a charge could be interpreted either way.

    Despite the narrowness of the definition of ‘Treason’ there are other charges, such as espionage, conspiracy and sedition, that may well be met.

    Hipolito Salazar – During the Mexican – American war of the 1840s. Modern New Mexico was invaded by the United States. Residents of the occupied region were declared to be US Citizens (although this was later overturned). He was tried for Treason as a US Citizen and executed making him the only person to be executed for the federal charge of Treason.

    Congratulations to Rotarian of the Month!!

    • Set-up: Daniel
    • Greeter: Mike
    • Song/dance: Joan
    • Scribe: Dev
    • A/V set-up: Brian & Brian, JB & Mitch
    • Zoom team: JB / Brian Ling


    REMINDER   March 8th

    President for the day is LESLIE LEWIS


    Quote:

    “Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.”

    COVID UPDATE FROM DIANE BRABETZ:

    Current COVID update (3/1/22) from your Rotary nurse, Diane Brabetz. We have returned from our trip to Mexico and in this will share with you some of my observations there around COVID.

    COVID UPDATE:    MANDATES ON MASK WEARING HAVE EXPIRED AND THERE IS CAUTIOUS OPTIMISM THAT WE ARE ON THE DOWNWARD SIDE OF COVID HERE IN SONOMA COUNTY!

    Total Cases:    82,449 (last reported 76,585)           
    Recovered:       78,200 (last reported 53,243)             
    Active Cases:     3775 (last reported week 22,897)        
    Deaths:              449 (last reported 445)
    New Cases:       661 cases this past week (last reported 5187) 
    Hospitalized:      32 confirmed and 2 suspected (last reported 94 confirmed and 0 suspected)      

    Vaccination information….  As of February 27th, 2022 – 1,006,076  doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County (last reported 981,683). 80% of our population 5 years and older are fully vaccinated and 7% have had at least one (1) dose.

    MASKS:      Dr. Sundari Mase, Sonoma County’s Public Health Officer rescinded the mask mandate on February 16th for all fully vaccinated individuals.  Unvaccinated individuals over age 2 will continue to be required to wear masks in all indoor public settings.  Businesses,venue operators and hosts may determine their own paths forward to protect staff and patrons and may choose to require all patrons to wear masks.  Indoor masking is still required by the State for everyone, regardless of vaccination status in public transportation, health care settings, congregate settings (like correctional facilities and homeless shelters), long-term care facilities and in all K-12 schools and childcare settings.
    Masks continue to be a deterrent to the spread of COVID-19 and are suggested where case rates are high or there are outbreaks occurring.   They are also suggested still in crowded, poorly ventilated spaces and for protection around those who are vulnerable and for young children who are not yet eligible for vaccinations.  When wearing a mask, ensure that it is tight fitting such as a N95, KN95, or use a cloth mask over a surgical mask. People can continue to choose to wear a mask whether it is mandated or not and we should respect other’s feelings.

    We recently returned from a trip to Mexico and found that they are still fighting huge numbers of new cases, people dying and lack of supplies, PPE and treatment.   Be aware of where you travel, what is going on there and keep others safe when you do.   We were required to show proof a negative PCR test no more than 24 hours before our departure – we found it odd that there was no requirement for our flight there but coming back into the USA, we did have to have a negative COVID test.  There we also found every establishment we went into was checking temps, only allowed one entrance and one exit and was giving out hand sanitizer and / or masks.    Indoor dining was allowed but the restaurants spread us out as much as they could.   All in all we were impressed with their attempts to keep people safe and education was rampant on billboards and throughout the areaGet your booster if you are eligible!  It is highly recommended to give your immune system a boost.  Also get your Flu vaccine as we do not want citizens coming down with the flu.   This not only compromises their immune systems but can also weaken their lungs.   As a health care professional, I am optimistically positive that we have turned the corner, but we could encounter another variant, another outbreak and be asked to mask once again for everyone’s safety.    Enjoy our relaxation of mandates but keep others safe please.

    Please know that I am always available to answer questions, help with scheduling appointment, providing a test or even FIT testing you for a N95 mask so that it fits properly.  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.   Do not hesitate to contact me OR my staff at my office (At Home Nursing) at 546-8773 if you need to be tested – we would be happy to test you.   We are also available to FIT test you for an M95 mask and can sell those to you.   

  • 2021-11-30 Meeting Bulletin

    2021-11-30 Meeting Bulletin

    Getting to Know You – Renee Hyde

    President Pam Moulton rang the bell at 7:30 and ask our newest member to be, Londa, to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance.

    With the help of Julie Andrews we attempted singing a few bars of “Getting to Know You”, thankfully President Pam took mercy and cut it short.

    Bill Conklin & Kurt Mitchler gave a brief description of our 2022 major beneficiary, Welding Program at Windsor High School. Rotary funding will provide a 30×30 paved carport area creating a safe space for the class, repaving of the area and funding to allow the students to design & fabricate a gate to complete the existing fencing.  The gate will display the Rotary Logo.
    Bill & Kurt shared a video on the welding class with testimony from students of how important this class has been to them, the success students have had because of the class as well as the setbacks due to the pandemic barring them from gaining hands on experience.  This program will provide jobs locally for today’s students and into the future. 

    Save the Date:  March 26, 2022    Major Event

    We had no visiting Rotarians

    Tom Boylan introduced Londa Faber for the last time; she will be inducted as a member later in the meeting.
    President Pam was delighted to receive a Bubble Machine from Bill Bolster, I am pretty sure it was in the shape of Mickey Mouse. Pam is already having fun with it.

    Pam also displayed the framed picture of two polar bears Susan Cole gifted her after her trip to the Artic.  
    Tom Boylan, District Governor Elect.  Attended a week long Zone Meeting in Tucson Arizonia. We have all seen the pictures of him decked out in his “special suit” to celebrate the graduation of the current District Governor Elect, complete with a Mardi Gras Band, in addition to having fun and lots of attention, he stated he and wife Melody participated in 3 days of intensive training. 

    In the past the Zone meeting was only open to certain leaders of Rotary, however, it is now open to all Rotarians, Tom encourage Rotarians to make a plan to attend, good place to meet other Rotarians from the district, make connections and discover opportunities that will benefit the district and clubs. 
    Tom brought President Pam a piece of jewelry from Arizona that was hand made by Sylvia, a fellow Rotarian.

    Bill Bolster: Dick Bishop Salvation Army Bell Ringing:  December 11 & 18th.  Volunteers Needed signup sheet at meeting or contact Bill: billbolster@eoc-inc.com

    Barbara McChesney is home from her 3 month trip, she returned with 3 flags from the Rotary Clubs she visited while away.  One in Birmingham, the largest club in the world, and very formal, one in Georgia and Tulsa, Barbara also brought President Pam a book of Best Jokes of Minnie Pearl that she purchased while visiting the Grand Ole Opry.  

    Barbara’s story is a good reminder to ask for a couple of Windsor Rotary Flags to trade with clubs you have the opportunity to visit while traveling. 

    Renee Hyde our membership chair was pleased to induct our 10th new member to the club this year.  Londa Faber is a Santa Rosa native and not new to Rotary she was a member of the Rotary Club in Oak Grove before returning to Sonoma County, and a Paul Harris Fellow, glad to have her.
    Renee Hyde presented President Pam with Woolly Mammoth stuffed animal she brought back from visit to Mammoth Lake.
    Open House @ Windsor Veterans Village:  Monday December 6th 10am-12pm.  Please RSVP 833-468-9676 ext. 1948

    Windsor Community Holiday Food & Toy Drive: Distribution Event December 18, 10am-2pm @ Cali Calmécac Language Academy.  Volunteers needed before event to wrap presents, sort food and transport both to Cali, as well as day of event to distribute food & toys. Go to https://windsorfoodandtoydrive.com/ click on “How Can I Help”.

    Our thoughts are with Mike & Maureen Merrill this week as Mike recuperates from a battle with his bike.

    Meeting Program:
    Getting to know you: Renee Hyde
    Our Christmas/Holiday party this year will be held December 11th at the home of John How.  Staying with our practice of supporting Santa Tim & Toys for Community, as well as getting to know our members better, names of club members were placed in a hat, each member was instructed to draw a name out of the hat and purchase a toy they felt best represented that person.   Please wrap and bring present you purchased to the party 12/1, no name tag on present necessary.  It will be Fun for all.

    While in team groups a good time to chat, get familiar with person whose name you drew ideas for toy to purchase.

    Adopt a Family: Sandie Krutz
    Sandie Krutz has been in communication with the Boys & Girls Club concerning the Christmas gift giving to families of Boys & Girls Club members in need of assistance.  “Adopt a Family”, we participated in this program last year, had great success and requested to repeat this year.
    The club was broken into teams, with each team receiving the needs of one family.  Each team was to designate a leader and coordinate gift giving.  Teams are requested to have gifts at next Tuesday’s meeting 12/7.

    President Pam thanked all those that work to make our meeting a success and special thanks to Brian Ling for picking up those delicious pastries. We will back to having our regular breakfast next week.

    Closing quote:
    “The great thing about new friends is that they bring new energy to your soul”

    Amazon Smile:  A painless easy was to contribute to the:  “Windsor Rotary Community Foundation” Once you have registered with Amazon Smile and chosen the charity of your choice, Amazon does the rest. 

    COVID UPDATE FROM DIANE BRABETZ:

    New OMICRON variant becomes newest threat in the coronavirus pandemic!   President states the new variant is “a cause for concern, not a cause for panic!”

    The United States remains vulnerable to the coronavirus that is still spreading in other parts of the US and in unvaccinated areas of the world.   With travel once again popular and borders open, it becomes a cause of concern for the CDC and Public Health that we must remain vigilant.    Boosters are available and most clinics here in Sonoma County are also offering flu vaccine at the same time in order to keep people healthy and immune systems at their peak.   There is plenty of vaccine for boosters so if you want one, schedule an appointment now!  

    Visit https://socoemergency.org/events/category/pop-up-vaccine or call 707-565-4667 to get information on clinics.

    Total Cases:  42,701   (2 weeks ago 42,103)
    Recovered:  41,209   (2 weeks ago 40,314)
    Active Cases: 1080   (2 weeks ago 1379)
    Deaths:  412   (2 weeks ago 410)

    Please continue to honor those we have lost by encouraging those you know who have not become vaccinated, to get their COVID shot and their flu shot.

    New Cases:  295 new cases this past week      (2 weeks ago 410 new cases – the number of new cases is difficult to use as the we were closed for Thanksgiving and the weekend for testing)   
    Hospitalized:  24 confirmed and 2 suspected    (last week 28 confirmed and 1 suspected)     

    Vaccination information….  As of Nov. 28th,  814,148  doses of vaccination have been given to residents in Sonoma County. (2 weeks ago 781,056).     74% of our populations 5 years and older  (5-11 year olds have now been approved and are counted in the population vaccinated or not)  are fully vaccinated and approximately 8% have received at least 1 dose.     Providers in Sonoma County are giving shots to our 5-11 year olds and are also providing Boosters for anyone over 18. 

    More breakthroughs are being seen in Sonoma County in the fully vaccinated because of the Delta variant which is highly contagious and opportunistic.   Most people who have been diagnosed with a breakthrough are either asymptomatic (which means they are infectious and can spread it without knowing) or are mildly sick.   This is an indication of how well the vaccines are working.   But if you have not gotten a booster and are in a group that can, it is highly recommended to give your immune system a boost.  Also get your Flu vaccine as we do not want citizens coming down with the flu.   This not only compromises their immune systems, but can also weaken their lungs.  Plus we need to keep our beds open and medical staff ready to help those with COVID and not have our residents admitted with the flu.

    So, please continue to wear your masks, be aware of your surroundings and even outside, if you are in crowded situations, mask up!   Please remember, if you are in a meeting indoors, remove your mask only to eat and drink and then replace it immediately!    Be aware of others around you and mask up when you are not eating or drinking, unless you are with your immediate family or your extended “bubble”.     Wash your hands frequently, use hand sanitizer and take precautions.    The Delta variant is still out there, very virulent, ready to strike and we are now going into winter weather, flu season and more people are out and about, we need to be careful.  Plus we do not know yet what will happen with the Omnicron variant with people traveling.    We need to protect one another during this winter season of being indoors…….. Help protect the ones you love!
    Thanks
     
    Di

  • 2022-02-22 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-02-22 Meeting Bulletin

    Behind the Iron Curtain

    President Pam Moulton did the ring thing around 7:30, and Michael Ragsdale led us in the Pledge. From that smooth intro we were introduced to Bill Bolster and his version of “Sing us a song, you’re the Piano Lady… “

    Rotarian guests included George Dutton and Larry Mills.

    Guests of Rotarians included our speaker Keith Davis. Rene Hyde introduced her house guest Domingo.

    Barbara McChesney filled us in on her Rotary Moment. She said the journey started two plus years ago when she and her husband were on a trip to Africa. The work we did there was the inspiration for her being here today, and well into the future. She added her international connection gave her inspiration and most important, her connection with Club members keeps her involved.

    Announcements:

    Joan Mora came to us from the online world… What’s Up? She said.

    Pegi Ball let us know the Dictionary Program is underway. She has a lot of dictionaries ready to be distributed. Chris Landwher will get the books to the school on March 2nd, but we need a volunteer to help distribute them to every third grader in Windsor. Let Pegi know if you can have some fun and join the giveaway.

    Youth Exchange is on and rolling back to the past, which is a step forward for going forward and off to the world. We are sending two students in an effort to make up for lost time.

    Sandie Krutz is delighted to actually see our faces… she is also happy to talk with Alison Huber via phone. She reached out to ask her how she is doing, and she is doing well.

    Domingo is looking for part time chore style projects. If you have something to do around the home or business and would rather not be the one doing it, ask Domingo.

    Kurt Michler let us know we still have a need for more silent auction items. Get in touch with Catherine Hanron and let her know if you have a new patio umbrella that you didn’t return in time, or anything else with some value for others.

    Bill Conklin let us know that those of us who don’t have social plans for our fundraiser event, should start to invite others to gather as a group for auction event.

    Wine donations go to Jo Timmsen, and don’t forget to register for the auction … and get others to register.

    President Pam gave us all the update on the latest board meeting.

    If you have an item for the website, send it along to JB Leep, our esteemed web master.

    Bill Bolster let us know who will be the President Elect Nominee. Barbara McChesney left the room for us to vote that she will be the president for year 2024-2025. Round of applause goes here.

    Painted pianos are all around town… well actually according to Heather Cullen, they have all been auctioned off, but we expect to see more as they continue to find more in need of a paint job. So far they have had 60 pianos donated. If you have a piano to donate, let Heather know. They will provide the paint job, and a little piano music as well. Look for the big auction to happen in September!

    Program:

    Pres. Pam introduced George Dutton with Healdsburg Sunrise who then introduced us to Keith Davis as our guest speaker. Keith is a San Francisco native who moved to Santa Rosa with his family at an early age. He has had a long career as a consultant for transportation and a world traveler whose experiences included spending time in Berlin, back when the “wall” was still intact.

    Keith went to the University of Berlin on the GI Bill. He became fluent in German, eventually he came back to the States and went to work at Hunter’s Point at the Naval shipyard.
    Keith was recruited to carry messages into East Berlin to aid people looking for passage out of the Eastern Block. He gave us a story of intrigue and spying, mixed with some blues.

    Interesting travels and an introduction to a 1958 Volkswagen with a hand crank sunroof. Keith shared a variety of pieces that we could get a glimpse of his time in Europe. In his adventures he became more than familiar with what living under totalitarianism could be like. The trickery used to establish who was pro regime, versus those that were being exposed to the West, became a way to ostracize those that were not conformists.

    Keith ended the discussion with a story of Russian tanks surrounding his room in Czechoslovakia and that concludes today’s meeting. Or so we thought, he went on to explain that his escape was…
     
    President Pam let us know what moved her about our day’s topic:

    “To this day, I attempt to walk through walls, real and imagined, external and internal. Sometimes in the midst of stress, insanity, wannabe dictators, wars, cruelty, injustice, greed, quarantines, pandemic viruses, I think back to those days along these roads.
    In my mind, I have never stopped walking.”

    Kevin James Shay, Walking through the Wall?

  • 2021-11-16 Meeting Bulletin

    2021-11-16 Meeting Bulletin

    Nation’s Finest in Santa Rosa

    Rotary Club of Windsor
    Meeting Notes – Tuesday, November 16, 2021                                                       Scribe:  Brian Ling

    Pledge of Allegiance:  Ed Janke   Song:  This Land is Your Land (Thank you JB)

    Rotary Moment:  Tom Boylan – DG Nominee Tom told us about his Rotary journey from member to President to District Involvement to Zone Involvement to District Governor Nominee.  Get ready for 2023-2024 as our home club District Governor and his theme for the year will be “We are the World – Mission Possible” in appreciation to our Past District Governor Ken Moulton.

    Visiting Rotarians:  Randy Seely (SR Sunrise), Ed Janke (Rotary Club of San Jose)

    Guests:  Mitch Grandi, Cathy Williams, Sandi Tucker – Nations Finest, Trevor Thompson – Nations Finest
    Sheila Meehan, Londa Faber, Dev, Larry McCabe, Monica McCabe

    Board Recap:
    Rotarian of the Month for November:  Bill Bolster
    Club Social:  Joan Mora Thursday evening Happy Hour at Barrell Brothers, look for an eblast to confirm.
    Bell Ringing – Always need a couple more volunteers for bell ringing at WalMart on December 11 and December 18.  See Mike Merrill or Bill Bolster to sign up.
    Foundation – Welcome Diane Brabetz to Polio Plus Society
    Fundraiser Update – Kurt and Bill, March 26, 2022
    Birthdays and Recognitions – John Hackenburg
    Tom Boylan for his recent trip to Tucson
    Jon How for his travelling and family professional successes.  Contribution to RI/Polio Plus.
    Robin Resendez visited family in Idaho.
    Steve Klick – Big winner in Las Vegas, went to see the Raiders (lost) and participated in a raffle (WON! $100K!!!!!!!!).  Will contribute to both Rotary Foundation and WRCF.

    Anniversaries: 
    New Members:  Membership Director Renee Hyde introduced for new members!

    Mitch Grandi – Moved to Windsor in 1990, was in Windsor Rotary in the 90’s and now that he is retired from being a Chiropractor here in Windsor, he is rejoining our club.

    Monica McCabe – Pre School Teacher career.  Here with Larry to be Professional Grandparents

    Larry McCabe – Software Engineer for Medical Equipment

    Dev – From Great Britain, he and his wife followed family to Windsor and is ready to start contributing to and meeting the Windsor community.

    Cathy Williams – Followed her son Brian to Windsor and is joining him here at Windsor Rotary following a career in Child Protective Services.

    Program Presentation – Sandy Tucker and Trevor Thompson, Nation’s Finest in Santa Rosa.  

    Windsor Veterans’ Village an investment in a comprehensive housing solution to our local veterans.  60 units of permanent housing plus 1 fulltime property manager, all veterans.  Multiple resources on site including case management services for their previously homeless veterans.

    A special thank you to Dave and Kathy Culley at KC’s for providing free lunches to their resident veterans last week on Veterans Day.

    With more than 31 locations in 15 mostly rural communities in California, Arizona, and Nevada, each year Nation’s Finest provides critical services and support for over 7,000 veterans and their families.  Find more information at nationsfinest.org.

    A true hero isn’t measured by the size of his strength, but by the strength of his heart.

  • 2022-02-15 Meeting Bulletin

    2022-02-15 Meeting Bulletin

    Back at Charlie’s President Quiz

    Good Day fellow Rotarians and friends and family who are reading our weekly bulletin.  Today’s minutes are from TUESDAY, February 15, 2022.

    President Pam rang the bell @7:30 and welcomed everyone back. Great to be together again,
    Pledge of Allegiance:  Susan Cole

    INSPIRATION:  President Pam Moulton
       This is my moment to say, in person, Thank you for all that you have given me in the last few months – but most significantly in the last couple of weeks.  The strength of support, kindness, generosity, cards, flowers, visits, meals, and as many offers to do all of that, but I have asked to postpone.  This, at times indescribable feeling of being part of something greater than myself, has been so comforting and healing! You have allowed me to live through and with so many Rotary Moments – and I know there are many more to come!
    For this I am so thankful!

    SONG: Heather Cullen led us in the Beatles’ “All You Need is Love” 

    NO Visiting Rotarians

    GUESTS OF ROTARIANS:  Tom Boylan introduced Jeff Cave, (finally in person)     Daniel Myers introduced our Student of Year; Jaycie Levar and her parents; Carie & Jay Levar and Jeff Vincent, Windsor High School Teacher

    ANNOUNCEMENTS:

    SPARK SUCCESS:  March 26, 2022 Virtual Fundraiser    
    Kurt Mitchler encouraged everyone to Register & Invite!
    https://windsorrotary.ejoinme.org/spark-registration

    Catherine can use more silent auction items, helldiver@comcast.net
    Jo Timmsen thanks everyone that brought wine this morning; she would love to receive more!  jotimmsen@sonic.net                                        WineDonationFormFillout 2022.pdf

    Maureen Merrill announced she is putting a viewing party together for our Spark Success fundraiser at Mutt Lynch Winery Downtown Windsor. Seating is limited. Contact Maureen for more information: 707-484-0320, Maureen@maureenmerrill.com OR create your own viewing Party, always more fun with friends. 

    No Rotarian of the month,   Pam says she could not bring herself to allow for only one or two weeks of recognition.

    Thanks to Brian Ling for taking the reins last week, with Jennifer Strong – a powerful program!  We are looking forward to Brian taking the lead in July. 
    A special thank you to Sue Nelson for jumping in on February 1st!

    Tom Boylan offered to pay a fine to present Brian Ling with a mounted article announcing Brian’s planned departure from Sonoma County Alliance to preside as President of the Rotary Club of Windsor 2022-2023, and  embark on some new adventures. 

    Student of the Year:  Jaycie Levar
    Introduction by Jeff Vincent, teacher of social studies at WHS since 2004. Jeff was referred to WHS by Ken Moulton and was co-founder of the Pre-Med Core.  The pre-med core is commitment, compassion and desire to care for people. 

    Jeff first met Jacyie when classes started; however, it was all distant learning. Jeff stated Jacyie was always present on camera, attentive, and helpful to other students.  Jaycie currently works with a non-profit organization and plans to become an Anesthesiologist.  

    Jaycie is a senior in the Pre-Med Core at Windsor High School. She stated her Grandfather, the late Jack Levar was a Rotarian in Santa Rosa and she was familiar with Rotary.  Her Father, Jay is a fire fighter and from his profession she has been exposed to folks with PTSD. It has long been her desire to help people.  
         Jaycie is involved with the school community, although the pandemic has curtailed some programs Jaycie is still involved with Bring Change to Mind, (a high school program that raises awareness around mental health), College Readiness Club and Black Lives Matter. 
         Jaycie was elected as Vice President of the Senior Class, and is active in athletics. She plays on the JV softball team, soccer team, and tennis, she won 1st team all round athlete of the year.  Jaycie is also taking Bio Chemistry and is doing an internship in Bio Chemistry with a local company. Jaycie has not decided on a college as yet, but it is her goal to become an Anesthesiologist.                                  Thank you to the Rotary Club of the recognition. 

    Past President Bill Arnone, representing the Past Presidents Advisory Committee, announced we were going to play (by tables) a game of: Presidents Gone – who did what? Each table was given a paper with all past president’s names on one side and True Factoids on the other. The goal was to match the President with the factoid.  It was great socializing, sharing memories and filling new members on some of our history, but boy are we a competitive group. 

    Thank you Bill and Past Presidents for pulling everybody together!

    Next meeting on February 22nd we will be at Charlie’s.
    Board Meeting online Monday February 21st, 6pm

    In Rotary we have themes for each month – This month’s theme is PEACE and CONFLICT month – Well – from Mahatma Ghandi

    The day that the power of love overrules the love of power, the world will know peace!