First meeting of the Barnhart Administration!
President Brandon thanked all for the Change-over dinner which went off splendidly. See photos here: 2025 Change-Over Photos
4th of July Parade was a success! Ran out of candy (again!) Need to throw less candy early or order more???? No decision. Probably happen again next year! “Uncle Sam” Kenn Van Dieren was the star once again! See PHOTOS.
Sensory Tent at 4th of July Celebration: club sponsored this activity for autistic children. Turnout was low possibly due to the fact that it was positioned behind the Kiwanis stage out of sight… The children that did attend seemed to really enjoy it.
Membership: Derek G. and Liv M. have decided not to continue with membership. Sorry to see them leave. Jenny Gugino becomes Honorary Member starting this Rotary year. Please pay dues if you have not yet. Half of members have paid.
Bishop Kearney Kitchen Project: All donation have been collected. Thanks especially to the Mendick Foundation for their generous donation and all members who donated. The grill, range, and oven will all be replaced and ready for the Pasta Dinner. More money has come in from other sponsors so more work may be done by the time we need it. Thanks to Bob Scheidt for leading this effort.
Potential Board of Elections (BOE) Meeting: Joey Pierleoni will pursue a meeting open to all Irondequoit residents for the BOE to show off the new voting machines. Possibly held at Library and sponsored by our club. Perhaps in September.
Veterans Committee: Bob Spatola reported that all aspects of replacing the bench in Durand Park near Lakeshore Blvd. and uplifting the area are moving along well and he is working well with Monroe County on this project. Installation should be soon and they will re-dedicate it at next year’s Soapbox Derby.
Carnival Night at Camp Haccamo: Ray Holla reported after the meeting that the date for this year's Carnival night is July 31.
Pasta Dinner Committee: Bob Scheidt extends an open invite for members to express interest in joining the 2025 Pasta Dinner Advance Planning Committee. Prior members of the committee get first priority and others will be invited up to a maximum of 6 members total, our traditional limit based on booth space at a number of breakfast venues :).
