President Kristin Keller called the meeting to order.  The meeting, held at Palmera Inn and Suites is the official District Governor Paul Walter visit.
Kevin Courtney offered the prayer and led the pledge to the flag
 
Announcements:
 
NO MEETING next week - September 21.
 
The meal packing scheduled for Saturday 25 has been cancelled. The money the was appropriated for this project will be used for Haiti relief project.
 
Sergeant at Arms Suzi collected Happy $$
 
Member David Pierce was recognized for his 52 years of 100% attendance.  A fantastic video of congratulatory messages was shown, Dave's wife Ellie was present and President Kristin and immediate past president Lynn King presented him with a beautiful trophy.  The District Governor was on hand to offer his congratulations on this impressive achievement.
 
 
President Kristin introduced the District Governor.  
 
 
Paul began by telling all that in March of 2022 the All Club Conference is still planning to be held in person at the Sonesta.  
He challenged the club to assess where we are in the community since the current needs of the community may be different because times have changed.  We were told to take a look at the club and its engagement and include partners and non Rotarians.  Be ambassadors - wear pin, wheel and branding to enhance the perception that others have of us.  Grow more, do more - it is the impact that is important.  He relayed the messages from Rotary International President. The theme, "Serve to Change Lives" should inspire us to service, think about others before ourselves, find need, plan a solution; look at the big picture. He encouraged each member to bring in one new member this year, saying it is not about the numbers but the impact of the club.  We are challenged to make connections with fellow Rotarians and potential Rotarians.  By doing so may allow us to grow and do more.  Mentoring is another thing we should consider - to offer free, the gift of our experience.  Find your WHY - that keeps you in Rotary.  Be aware that your why can change.  He mentioned the Run with Bernie challenge - raising money for polio - helping folks we never have met.  Paul's final emphasis was = Do all the good you can.