The Rotary Club of TrumbullClub No. 6755, District 7980, Zone 31May 17, 2002 meeting
President-elect Mike Redgate called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Jack Quinlan said the invocation. The club sang “Happy Birthday” to Bernie Helfrich.
Attendance: 42 of 75 members attended. Ray Baldwin, Jonathan Baron, Jim Baum, Mary Biarelli, Greg Bivona, John Bogannam, Tricia Brown, Bev Cambras, Carl Carlson, Adam Chambers, Dawn Dalrymple, Barry Diamond, Bill Dunn, Joan Farley, Len Germano, Tom Heaney, Bernie Helfrich, Steve Hodson, Steve Jakab, Phil Lane, Jim Lang, Steve Lupien, John Makar, John McBride, Ted Merritt, Frank Metrusky, Bob Patragnelli, Jack Quinlan, Mike Rappa, Michael Redgate, Karen Ronald, John Rosati, Joe Ruospo, Ray Rzasa, Russell Schwartz, Dale Seymour, Rose Marie Spatafore, Paul Squillace, Dick Stein, Steve Taylor, Bob Tolomeo, Bill Zeidenberg.
Guests: Hogey Hansen and his wife Ann. He is from the Ardmore, PA Club and she is from the Swarthmore, PA Club. Hogey was the featured speaker at the District Assembly. Ed Davies of the Bridgeport Club. John Corb of the Stratford Club. Bob Heeks and his three AYSO soccer players.
Happy Dollars:
Ray Baldwin – 1 – to announce that Trumbull High School is now the FCIAC Baseball Champion. Steve Hodson – 2 – to announce that his new CD is for sale, with all profits going to our club. Steve also said that one of his children is taking strength-training classes. Barry Diamond – to announce that the TOCC hosted a very successful event for new members on May 16th at Rosedale that attracted 40 to 50 members. Another function is planned for May 22 at 5:30PM at Spring Meadows. The program is entitled “Ways to Deal with Change” and is based on the best-selling book “Who Moved My Cheese”. Bill Zeidenberg –3– because he and his family are driving (sad) to Tallahassee, Florida to attend a Bar Mitzvah (happy), and because the room at the Discovery Museum dedicated to the memory of Marilyn Gordon is terrific. Ted Merritt – 1 – for the successful registration table for the District Conference. Ed Davies – 1 – to announce that the Bridgeport Club has a nice commemorative pin for sale. Dale Seymour – 1 – For Christian Heritage School winning a competition which resulted in the Oscar Meyer ‘Weinermobile” visiting their school. Bernie Helfrich – 1 – to thank everyone for singing to him and for everyone continuing to pay his or her social security taxes so he can collect the money. Jackie Carlino – 1 – because a St. Joseph’s High School alumnus is the Valedictorian at Fairfield University this year. John Corb – 2 – to announce that the Stratford Rotary Club now meets at Oronocque Country Club on Mondays at 12:15PM for lunch. He paid an announcement dollar to announce that he is looking for a new job opportunity as a sales management executive. He has over 20 years experience and is familiar with E business development. John can be reached at (203) 377-0693 or johncorb@hotmail.com. John Bogannam – 3 – because he had a great round of golf at Great River Country Club with Preston Merritt and Dana Lonergan, that no cameras recorded their round, and to wish Bernie Helfrich luck as Bernie watches the Red Sox win the World Series real soon. Phil Lane – 3 – one because the bus arrived on time for his child Friday morning, and two to pray for sun at the Fairfield U. Commencement on Sunday.
Sad Dollars:
Bob Tolomeo – 1 – to announce that John Dolan, a friend and member of his department died of cancer.
Birthdays and Anniversaries:
The club sang “Happy Anniversary” to Jackie Carlino and Carl Carlson.
Announcements:
Michael Redgate announced that invitations have been mailed for our Chapter Officers Induction Dinner at Vazzy’s on June 7. Cocktails begin at 7:00PM with Dinner at 7:30PM. The cost of $40.00 includes appetizer, dinner, desert and open bar.
Bill Zeidenberg announced that many more riders are needed for the Bike-a-thon, which will be held on June 9th, however registration and phone calls have started to come in. The event has now been affiliated with St. Vincent’s Swim Across the Sound, and has been publicized on WICC.
Bill Dunn announced that the Sunset Run is scheduled for July 26, 2002 at 6:30PM at Twin Brooks Park. Our goal is 150 runners for the 3.1-mile race. There will be sponsorship opportunities available at 50, 100, 200 and 500 dollars. Marty Schiavone, a dedicated runner and teacher at Trumbull High, will coordinate managing the event. Committee members are welcome to become involved. The event will require 20 volunteers on the day of the race. The purpose of this fund-raiser is for the purchase of automatic defibrillators for the town.
Ray Baldwin announced that he wants to get many community members certified in the use of CPR as well as the defibrillators.
Len Germano announced that the Scholarship Committee reviewed applications from 33 students and selected 8 winners of $1,000.00 scholarships. One student from St. Joseph High School was selected, and seven from Trumbull High School. The Trumbull High School scholarship and awards night is May 30th, and all are invited to attend. All of the scholarship winners have been invited to our June 14th meeting.
Program:
Thelma Hoyt was our scheduled speaker, but unfortunately was ill. Therefore, Michael Redgate introduced Trumbull American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) Coach Bob Heeks to talk about funding needs for an AYSO team. His son Mike accompanied Bob and two other players in uniform, all members of the U12 (which means under 12) select team named the Trumbull Vipers. The team has been selected to compete in an AYSO National Meet in Hawaii and is now raising funds for the travel of members who otherwise could not afford to go. Team member Steven Dicairano read a letter from his father, also a coach of the team, explaining the need for funds. The third team member in attendance was Billy Collins.
Raffle: Karen Ronald and Bob Patragnelli drew for $540.00, but no winning card was selected.
UCOMING PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
May 22 TOCC Program “Ways to Deal with Change” 5:30-8:30PM at Spring Meadows May 24 Joe Ruospo. “Rotary for Dummies” May 31 Trumbull High School Interact students who traveled to Wisconsin. June 7 Installation Dinner at Vazzy’s June 9 Bike-a thon at Madison Middle School June 14 Lt. Robert Tolomeo, CSP. Communications from the 9/11 attack June 21 Ann Henry July 13 1-6 PM - District Picnic at Old Mine Park - hosted by Trumbull Rotary
Respectfully Submitted, Dale J. Seymour |
