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Rotary Web SitesRotary.org - Rotary International District5300.org - District 5300 Sitewww.LasVegasRotary.com - Our Club Site
Wheel Print: Bill Houghton, Horizon Print SolutionsWheel Creative & Editor: Jeni Houghton, Horizon Print SolutionsPrograms: Sidra KainPictures: Jim TuckerThe Scribe: Janelle Lozano
Monday Southwest Lawry’s Prime Rib 12:15 p.m.Tuesday Las Vegas Summerlin TPC Club House 7:15 a.m.Tuesday Downtown Hugo’s (Four Queens Hotel) 12:15 p.m.Tuesday Henderson HBRC/Wells Fargo building (122 S. Water St.) NoonTuesday Mesquite Oasis Club House NoonTuesday Las Vegas West Canyon Gate Country Club 12:15 p.m.Tuesday Red Rock Rotary No Regrets Bar (8349 W Sunset Rd #150) 6:00 p.m.Wednesday Pahrump Valley Mountain Falls Grill Room 6:00 p.m.Wednesday Boulder City Boulder Creek Golf Course NoonWednesday Moapa Old Overton Gym 6:30 a.m.Wednesday Las Vegas Central Las Vegas Country Club 12:15 p.m.Wednesday LV Spring Mountains Siena Bistro, Siena Golf Club 5:30p.m. Town Center Drive south of FlamingoThursday Boulder City Sunrise Boulder Creek Golf Course 7:00 a.m.Thursday Green Valley Wildhorse Golf Club 7:00 a.m.Thursday Las Vegas Rotary Lawry’s Prime Rib NoonThursday Mesquite Sunrise Oasis Golf Course (Red Room) 7:30 a.m.Friday North Las Vegas Los Prados Country Club 7:15 a.m. Off Lone Mtn. betw. Decatur & JonesFriday Las Vegas “Won” Fogo de Chao 5:00 p.m.
MAKE-UP DAYS AND PLACES
Don’t miss The March Issue of
THE ROTARIAN
MARCH 15, 2018
TODAY’S PROGRAM
CHRISTOPHER LALLI
CALENDAR
SCRIBE
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
WETZEL AWARDS PHOTO
Rotary At A GlanceRotarians Members - 1,207,102; Clubs - 34,823; Districts - 538; Countries - 200+;
Rotaractors Clubs - 7,868; Members - 180,964; Countries - 162Interact Clubs - 18,005; Members - 414,115; Countries - 132
Post Office Box 15152Las Vegas, Nevada 89114Phone: 702-433-7451Fax: 702-450-7859District 5300Club 813Website: www.lasvegasrotary.comEmail: [email protected] Director: Shawn Noorda
LAS VEGAS ROTARY FOUNDATION 2017-2018BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President: Larry RousePresident Elect: Paul KrugerSecretary: Randy CampanaleTreasurer: Jerry EngelImmediate Past President: Thomas ThomasSenior Members: Paul Maffey Ty HilbrechtTrustees: Dan Adamson Michael Gordon Jim Kohl Bob Werner
March 15, 2018
Las Vegas Rotary Club Mission:
Christopher Lalli Assistant District Attorney
WHAT IS ROTARY?Rotary is a leadership organization of local
business, professional and civic leaders. We meet
regularly to form friendships and work together to improve
the local and international community
THE FOUR-WAY TEST OF THE
THINGS WE THINK, SAY OR
DO
1. Is it the TRUTH?2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
$1,975,000
$1,950,000
$1,925,000
$1,900,000
$1,875,000
$1,850,000
$1,825,000
$1,800,000
$1,750,000
$2,000,000GOAL
by 6/30/2018
Las Vegas Rotary Club
Celebrating 95 Years
Christopher Lalli is a life-long resident of Las Vegas and a graduate of Bishop Gorman High School. He received a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Minor in Philosophy from Loyola Marymount University in 1989. While at Loyola Marymount, he was elected President of the Student Body.
In 1994, Mr. Lalli received a Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles and was a recipient of the American Jurisprudence Award in Trial Advocacy. He became a member of both the Nevada Bar and United States Bar for the District of Nevada that same year. He was admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court in 2011.
Mr. Lalli joined the Office of the District Attorney in 1994. In 2001 he became a member of the Major Violators Unit and a capital case litigator. Mr. Lalli has lectured to members of law enforcement at the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Academy, at the International Gaming Institute at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, at the National College of District Attorneys and at the National Advocacy Center in Columbia, South Carolina. He has also presented at Trial Academy with the State Bar of Nevada.
Christopher has worked on numerous cases which resulted in published Nevada Supreme Court opinions. These cases include Weber v. State, 121 Nev. 554, 119 P.3d 107 (2005), Daniel v. State, 119 Nev. 498, 78 P.3d 890 (2005), and Byford v. State, 116 Nev. 215, 994 P.2d 700 (2000). In addition, he authored, “Protecting the Rights of Young Victims in Court,” Nevada Lawyer, October 2015.
Mr. Lalli sits on a number of professional boards and committees including the Nevada Supreme Court Indigent Defense Commission, the Nevada Supreme Court Video-Audio Conferencing Committee, the Southern Nevada Counter-Terrorism Center Board of Directors and the Nevada HIDTA Executive Board. He is a Representative to the Nevada State-Federal Judicial Counsel and is a Hearing Panel Chairman on the Southern Disciplinary Board of the State Bar of Nevada.
Christopher Lalli is an Assistant District Attorney in the Criminal Division, overseeing the Support Services Unit, the Financial Integrity Unit (which includes the Major Fraud, Elder Abuse, Bad Check and Grand Jury), Criminal Appeals and Recruiting and Training.
Las Vegas Rotary Club95th Anniversary Celebration
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Since 1905, the work of Rotary International’s fellowship of business men and women has advanced goodwill and peace throughout the
world. In pursuit of this ideal, members of the Rotary Club of Las Vegas have made “Service above Self” the cornerstone of their mission for the
past 95 years; improving the quality of life for thousands in Southern Nevada by supporting health and youth education initiatives and by
helping the disadvantaged through a variety of projects.
Join us for a celebration of our club's historic milestone with original club artifacts and a multimedia retrospective provided by UNLV
Library Special Collections.
Thursday, April 5, 20186:00 p.m.
Lawry's Prime Rib
$40 for members and $60 for guests
RSVP to Shawn Noorda by Thursday, March 15th(702) 433-7451 • [email protected]
Teaching Youth to Succeed through Literacy, Education & Life Skills Development
Accolade Law
LAWRENCE D. ROUSEATTORNEY- LL.M. IN TAXATION
Trusted Legal Advisor to Families and Small BusinessesESTATE PLANNING-PROBATE-ASSET PROTECTION
ELDER LAW-SPECIAL NEEDS PLANNINGBUSINESS TRANSACTIONS-TAX CONTROVERSIES
(702) 387-1800www.rouselawfirm.com
www.degrootefinancial.com
CHRIS BENNETTSenior Vice President of Client Development
805.230.0111 main404.502.1531 cell805.230.0061 [email protected]
ROTARY’S MISSIONThe mission of Rotary International is to support its member clubs in fulfilling the Object of Rotary by:
• Fostering unity among member clubs; • Strengthening and expanding Rotary around the world; • Communicating worldwide the work of Rotary; • Providing a system of international administration.
Michael GordonPresident 2017-2018
CLUB OFFICERS 2017-2018 President Michael GordonPresident-Elect Jim Kohl Immediate Past President David ThorsonSecretary Jackie ThornhillTreasurer Tom Brooker
ELECTED DIRECTORSKirk AlexanderJaime GoldsmithRosalee HedrickJanice LenckeDave LesterJanet LinderAnil MelnickMelanie MuldowneyRob TellesPast President RepresentativeKaren Whisenhunt
2
Accolade Law
7CERTIFIED RESIDENTIAL BROKER
Francesca ilbert
SELLING HOMES IN SOUTHERN NEVADA
Top 25 Women In Las Vegas Real Estate
SINCE 1988. EXPERIENCE MATTERS.
702. 373.7221www.TheGilbertTeam.com
7979 W. Warm Springs Rd. • Las Vegas, NV 89113
702-260-0770 • fax 702-260-6983
Palm Southwest Mortuary
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Date: Friday, March 16, 2018
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Place: Tom and Jayne Krob’s House
Cost: $10.00 per person donation to the Las Vegas Rotary Foundation
IT’S POTLUCK SO PLEASE BRING A SIDE DISH
Appetizer, Salad or Main Dish
Bring Your Own Drinks. Cigar Smokers, bring at least three cigars, one to smoke,
one for the troops and one to trade. Open to all friends and family so feel free to bring a guest.
Yes, cigar smokers will be outside.
Sign up at Rotary or RSVP to Shawn Noorda at [email protected],
Karen Whisenhunt at [email protected] OR Jim Hunt at [email protected]
Wine Tasting and Cigar Fellowship Hosted by the Family of Rotary
Includes a Raffle and Lots of Fun!
Celebrate St. Patty’s Day
with Rotary Family and Friends!
Dear Rotarians
Our club is a strong supporter of the military. We participate in the annual Safety Officer Awards Recognition (SOAR) and our weekly speakers “gift” is to provide meals to homeless veterans. Most club members will agree that the military project that lies nearest to their hearts are the quarterly Wetzel awards.
Former member and Ret. Air Force Colonel Scotty Wetzel is the one who initially conceived the idea of recognizing the airmen and women at Nellis AFB. Each quarter, our club honors these deserving service members during a club meeting and provide them with a night on the town to enjoy with their significant other.
Since inception, this program has grown and now includes Creech AFB. Our club values family bonds and we are happy that the Wetzel awards continues to receive strong support from the Wetzel family – allowing the community an opportunity to see and hear from some of the most dedicated individuals serving in the military.
Through the efforts of PEE Jackie Thornhill, our club has the opportu-nity to receive grant funds from NV Energy through its “Power of Good” giveaway. Please vote for our club and help us provide more funding to the Wetzel awards program!
Michael Gordon95th President Rotary Club of Las Vegas
WETZEL AWARDS PHOTO
Greg MaguireVice President, Sales & Marketing
[email protected]: 571-435-1899
2355 Paragon Drive, Suite D, San Jose, CAwww.adarapower.com @adarapower
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PAST PRESIDENTS*Deceased
Les Saunders* 1923-24Bill Ferron* 1924-25A.A. Hinman* 1925-26Frosty Mildren* 1926-27Fred Hesse* 1927-28Dr. F.M. Ferguson* 1928-29Dr. William S. Park* 1929-30Charlie Dimock* 1930-31Leo McNamee* 1931-32A.E. Cahlan* 1932-33Douglas Dasheil* 1933-34Marion Earl* 1934-35Dr. Roy Martin* 1935-36K.O. Knudson* 1936-37Frank Gusewelle* 1937-38Tom Connolly* 1938-39Archie Grant* 1939-40Otto Underhill* 1940-41Bryan Bunker* 1941-42Cyril Wengert* 1942-43Fred O’Donnell* 1943-44Frank Case* 1944-45Victor Shurtiff* 1945-46Max Kelch* 1946-47Ed Ciliax* 1947-48Lorin Ronnow* 1948-49Leonard Fayle* 1949-50Allye Lawson* 1950-51Harry Allen* 1951-52Les Edwards* 1952-53Wayne Kirch* 1953-54George Boman* 1954-55Spence Butterfield* 1955-56Walt Hunsaker* 1956-57Ted Brandt* 1957-58Julian Moore* 1958-59Ray F. Culley* 1959-60C.T. Harris* 1960-61Ollie Gardner* 1961-62Tom Underhill* 1962-63Vern Willis* 1963-64Ward Wengert* 1964-65Bill Southard* 1965-66Dr. Vince Sanner* 1966-67Walter Wehner* 1967-68Dr. Robert Robinson* 1968-69Harold Wandesforde* 1969-70
Mark C. Mielke* 1970-71Dr. Harold Boyer* 1971-72Angelo J. Manzi* 1972-73Keith Ashworth* 1973-74Robert E. O’Connell* 1974-75Don Ashworth* 1975-76David F. Welles 1976-77James J. Corey* 1977-78Darrell Luce* 1978-79Albert H. Purdue* 1979-80Michael Hoover 1980-81Donald L. Aikin 1981-82Joseph J. Buckley* 1982-83Irwin Kishner* 1983-84James Cashman III* 1984-85Mike Meyer 1985-86Doug L. Peterson 1986-87M.J. Wiens, Jr. 1987-88Keith W. Bassett* 1988-89Kenneth E. Miller* 1989-90James M. Gamett 1990-91Robert L. Moore 1991-92Robert L. Forbuss* 1992-93Gary A. Martin 1993-94John A. Smith 1994-95Caty Crockett 1995-96Clifford R. Beadle 1996-97Ralph J. Rohay 1997-98Dr. James M. Jones* 1998-99Tom A. Thomas 1999-00Tom J. Krob 2000-01James E. Hunt 2001-02James R. Tucker 2002-03Kathy Dalvey 2003-04Steve Casey 2004-05Ned Phillips 2005-06Brock Fraser 2006-07Randy Campanale 2007-08Russ Swain 2008-09Karen Whisenhunt 2009-10Tom Axtell 2010-11Sharon McNair 2011-12Randy Donald 2012-13Ginger Anderson 2013-14Steve Linder 2014-15Mary Ann Avnet 2015-16David Thorson 2016-17
2017- 2018RI President Ian Riseley
District 5300 GovernorRaghada Khoury
MARCH 8, 2018SCRIBE
• President Michael Gordon called the meeting to order. PP Ginger Anderson gave the invocation. PEE Jackie Thornhill led the club in singing the national anthem and the Pledge of Allegiance. The Sergeant-at-Arms was Adam Hommey.• There were (2) International Rotarian, (1) visiting Rotarians and (9) Guests of Rotarians introduced. President Michael introduced his guest at the head table, member Rob Telles.
• PEE Jackie Thornhill reminded the club of the “Power of Good” semi-finals voting that will run from March 12-16th. You can vote 1x/day.
• Jim Hunt provided update that Carolyn Sparks is recovering well from back surgery and now is accepting visitors.
• Larry Rouse reminded the club of the Tiberti fellowship launch that can be achieved by a cumulative donation of $1,000 or more to the local foundation.
• President Michael reported that the club meeting recycling initiative begins today.
• Rob Telles provided director’s report and thanked members Bill Houghton for producing the Wheel, Stu Lipoff for creating and sending out the 5th Wheel, Sidra Kain for organizing speakers, historian PP Steve Linder, photographer PP Jim Tucker, Kirk Alexander for his representation of the club at the district and RI level, Kirk Holmes for the creation of new website and FB live streams, and Francesca Gilbert for her FB post management.
• Rosalee Hedrick inducted new members Brian Sorrentino and Diane Clary to the LV Rotary Club.
• Club watched RI’s video paying tribute to the diverse and eclectic nature of Rotary – and our club!
• PE Jim Kohl reminded the club of the April 15th Car Show.
• President Michael reminded the club to sign up for the 95th anniversary party on April 5th
• PP Randy Donald announced a new vocational networking social event on March 29th at his home.
• David Squier reminded the club of the upcoming Highway Cleanup scheduled March 24th at 8am across from Bonnie Springs with brunch to follow at Jerry Sennes’ home.
• Marie Walsh reminded members of the next Breakfast with Books on March 13th from 0745-0830.
• Chris Bennett reminded club that the March Madness tournament brackets at $50 per entry are due today; 50% of funds will go toward the LV Rotary Foundation.
• PP Jim Hunt reminded the club of the Cigar Fellowship to be held on March 16th; raffle prizes needed.
• PEE Jackie Thornhill reminded club of the 3rd quarter Wetzel awards out at Nellis AFB today.
• President Michael fined Bill Houghton $95 for the ‘family owned biz’ nomination he received for his business, Horizon Print Solutions. Additionally, Craig Miller was fined $95 for recent business success and finally PP Russ Swain was fined $95 for his 3x mention of business G.L.B. Insurance Group of Nevada.
• The drawing began at $1,045 plus this week’s donations. Ticket winner, Walt Rulffes, did not draw the joker received a $10 consolation prize. Lawry’s Bucks Winner was PP Jim Hunt.• Kirk Holmes introduced our program speaker, R.J. Sampson, Founder & Executive Director of VR Kids a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides free therapeutic virtual reality to hospital bound and mobility impaired children, teens, and young adults. These computer-stimulated environment consist of 3D images and sounds that provide immersive and interactive experiences unique to each users’ perception who might not otherwise experience. They have found therapeutic VR has led to reduction in pain and anxiety, increased happiness/joy, improved their internal narrative, and had a positive impact on the whole family. Moved by his presentation, the club voted to give the income from the day’s raffle sales to VR Kids to buy teddy bears for the young patients.
• President Michael Gordon presented our speaker with a “Share What You Can” award to benefit a veteran in need and then adjourned the meeting.
* Deceased
GOD BLESS AMERICA
ROTARY EVENTS ARE LISTED IN RED / GUEST SPEAKERS & PROGRAMS IN BLACKCALENDAR
3/16 Cigar Social3/22 Mary Beth Sewald - LV Metro Chamber of Commerce3/24 Highway cleanup3/29 LVRC Foundation Program-- Paul Kruger 3/29 Networking Event4/5 95th Anniversary party4/12 Nathan Harper - Archaeologist Springs Preserve4/15 Car Show4/19 Valedictorian Luncheon4/26 PDG Sylvia Whitlock5/6 Putting tournament5/10 John Entsminger - Las Vegas Valley Water5/17 Captain Sandy Holmes, USN Retired5/24 Debra March - Mayor Henderson, NV5/29 Tour of Creech AFB5/31 Andy Bischel - CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs6/2 Las Vegas Lights FC Game for the Military
Rotary Event Virtual Clipboard
Use your smartphone’s QR APP to signupRight Now or Latter- Anytime
uUse your phone’s QR code AppuDon’t have an APP? Free Android download atuhttp://fifthwheel.lvrotary.us/qr4android.apk
Signups also on your home computer athttp://fifthwheel.lvrotary.us
Rimini Street now on Nasdaq NASDAQ: RMNI
25 CLUB HIGHWAY CLEANUP PROJECT
Once every quarter, on a Saturday morning, join fellow Rotarians clean up our
designated stretch of Highway 159 across from the entrance to Bonnie
Springs Ranch
March 24th8:00am
Brunch to follow atJerry Sennes’ home
3320 N Buffalo Dr, Ste 203Las Vegas, NV 89129
Office: 702-341-0741 ext 102Mobile: 702-994-8492
Deb Granda
4955 S. Durango Dr., Suite 207LV, NV. 89113
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President - Kirk Holmes VP - Luci Parodi • Secretary - Kim Nyoni
The 25 Club meetings are held on the 1st Thursday each month at 11:15 A.M. at Lawry’s The Prime Rib
The Officers for the 25 Club
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RAFFLE AMOUNT$1,045.00
PP Ginger Anderson gave the invocation.
PP Russell Swain was joined at lunch by his best friend Ryan Gagnon.
At the head table this week was Rob Telles, our speaker RJ Sampson, and his guest
Elizabeth Millsaps.
PEE Jackie Thornhil led us in song.
Member Bill Houghton and his wife Jeni were recognized for their contributions to the
club by President Michael.
Rob Telles provided his Director’s report thanking many ambitious members.
The chance at the Pot was won by Walt Rullfes……He
missed the joker.
President Michael presented our speaker RJ Sampson of VR Kids with our “Share What
You Can” award.
Arleen Sirois was joined for lunch with her best friend Mary.
Rosalee Hedrick and Janet Linder introduce our two new members Brian
Sorrentino and Diane Clary.
PP Randy Donald announced a
networking event at his home on March 29th.
PP Jim Hunt announced the Cigar event on Friday night at Tom and Jayne Krob’s
home.
PP Jim Hunt won the Lawry Bucks.
Megan Comfort VP/SBA & Small Business Manager702.855.4670
Rosalee Hedrick VP/Business Relationship Manager702.706.9050 A division of ZB, N.A. Member FDIC
HIGHLIGHTSMEMBER
Accolade Law
LAWRENCE D. ROUSEATTORNEY- LL.M. IN TAXATION
Trusted Legal Advisor to Families and Small BusinessesESTATE PLANNING-PROBATE-ASSET PROTECTION
ELDER LAW-SPECIAL NEEDS PLANNINGBUSINESS TRANSACTIONS-TAX CONTROVERSIES
(702) 387-1800www.rouselawfirm.com
www.degrootefinancial.com
CHRIS BENNETTSenior Vice President of Client Development
805.230.0111 main404.502.1531 cell805.230.0061 [email protected]
ROTARY’S MISSIONThe mission of Rotary International is to support its member clubs in fulfilling the Object of Rotary by:
• Fostering unity among member clubs; • Strengthening and expanding Rotary around the world; • Communicating worldwide the work of Rotary; • Providing a system of international administration.
Michael GordonPresident 2017-2018
CLUB OFFICERS 2017-2018 President Michael GordonPresident-Elect Jim Kohl Immediate Past President David ThorsonSecretary Jackie ThornhillTreasurer Tom Brooker
ELECTED DIRECTORSKirk AlexanderJaime GoldsmithRosalee HedrickJanice LenckeDave LesterJanet LinderAnil MelnickMelanie MuldowneyRob TellesPast President RepresentativeKaren Whisenhunt
2
Accolade Law
7CERTIFIED RESIDENTIAL BROKER
Francesca ilbert
SELLING HOMES IN SOUTHERN NEVADA
Top 25 Women In Las Vegas Real Estate
SINCE 1988. EXPERIENCE MATTERS.
702. 373.7221www.TheGilbertTeam.com
7979 W. Warm Springs Rd. • Las Vegas, NV 89113
702-260-0770 • fax 702-260-6983
Palm Southwest Mortuary
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Date: Friday, March 16, 2018
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Place: Tom and Jayne Krob’s House
Cost: $10.00 per person donation to the Las Vegas Rotary Foundation
IT’S POTLUCK SO PLEASE BRING A SIDE DISH
Appetizer, Salad or Main Dish
Bring Your Own Drinks. Cigar Smokers, bring at least three cigars, one to smoke,
one for the troops and one to trade. Open to all friends and family so feel free to bring a guest.
Yes, cigar smokers will be outside.
Sign up at Rotary or RSVP to Shawn Noorda at [email protected],
Karen Whisenhunt at [email protected] OR Jim Hunt at [email protected]
Wine Tasting and Cigar Fellowship Hosted by the Family of Rotary
Includes a Raffle and Lots of Fun!
Celebrate St. Patty’s Day
with Rotary Family and Friends!
Dear Rotarians
Our club is a strong supporter of the military. We participate in the annual Safety Officer Awards Recognition (SOAR) and our weekly speakers “gift” is to provide meals to homeless veterans. Most club members will agree that the military project that lies nearest to their hearts are the quarterly Wetzel awards.
Former member and Ret. Air Force Colonel Scotty Wetzel is the one who initially conceived the idea of recognizing the airmen and women at Nellis AFB. Each quarter, our club honors these deserving service members during a club meeting and provide them with a night on the town to enjoy with their significant other.
Since inception, this program has grown and now includes Creech AFB. Our club values family bonds and we are happy that the Wetzel awards continues to receive strong support from the Wetzel family – allowing the community an opportunity to see and hear from some of the most dedicated individuals serving in the military.
Through the efforts of PEE Jackie Thornhill, our club has the opportu-nity to receive grant funds from NV Energy through its “Power of Good” giveaway. Please vote for our club and help us provide more funding to the Wetzel awards program!
Michael Gordon95th President Rotary Club of Las Vegas
WETZEL AWARDS PHOTO
Greg MaguireVice President, Sales & Marketing
[email protected]: 571-435-1899
2355 Paragon Drive, Suite D, San Jose, CAwww.adarapower.com @adarapower
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PAST PRESIDENTS*Deceased
Les Saunders* 1923-24Bill Ferron* 1924-25A.A. Hinman* 1925-26Frosty Mildren* 1926-27Fred Hesse* 1927-28Dr. F.M. Ferguson* 1928-29Dr. William S. Park* 1929-30Charlie Dimock* 1930-31Leo McNamee* 1931-32A.E. Cahlan* 1932-33Douglas Dasheil* 1933-34Marion Earl* 1934-35Dr. Roy Martin* 1935-36K.O. Knudson* 1936-37Frank Gusewelle* 1937-38Tom Connolly* 1938-39Archie Grant* 1939-40Otto Underhill* 1940-41Bryan Bunker* 1941-42Cyril Wengert* 1942-43Fred O’Donnell* 1943-44Frank Case* 1944-45Victor Shurtiff* 1945-46Max Kelch* 1946-47Ed Ciliax* 1947-48Lorin Ronnow* 1948-49Leonard Fayle* 1949-50Allye Lawson* 1950-51Harry Allen* 1951-52Les Edwards* 1952-53Wayne Kirch* 1953-54George Boman* 1954-55Spence Butterfield* 1955-56Walt Hunsaker* 1956-57Ted Brandt* 1957-58Julian Moore* 1958-59Ray F. Culley* 1959-60C.T. Harris* 1960-61Ollie Gardner* 1961-62Tom Underhill* 1962-63Vern Willis* 1963-64Ward Wengert* 1964-65Bill Southard* 1965-66Dr. Vince Sanner* 1966-67Walter Wehner* 1967-68Dr. Robert Robinson* 1968-69Harold Wandesforde* 1969-70
Mark C. Mielke* 1970-71Dr. Harold Boyer* 1971-72Angelo J. Manzi* 1972-73Keith Ashworth* 1973-74Robert E. O’Connell* 1974-75Don Ashworth* 1975-76David F. Welles 1976-77James J. Corey* 1977-78Darrell Luce* 1978-79Albert H. Purdue* 1979-80Michael Hoover 1980-81Donald L. Aikin 1981-82Joseph J. Buckley* 1982-83Irwin Kishner* 1983-84James Cashman III* 1984-85Mike Meyer 1985-86Doug L. Peterson 1986-87M.J. Wiens, Jr. 1987-88Keith W. Bassett* 1988-89Kenneth E. Miller* 1989-90James M. Gamett 1990-91Robert L. Moore 1991-92Robert L. Forbuss* 1992-93Gary A. Martin 1993-94John A. Smith 1994-95Caty Crockett 1995-96Clifford R. Beadle 1996-97Ralph J. Rohay 1997-98Dr. James M. Jones* 1998-99Tom A. Thomas 1999-00Tom J. Krob 2000-01James E. Hunt 2001-02James R. Tucker 2002-03Kathy Dalvey 2003-04Steve Casey 2004-05Ned Phillips 2005-06Brock Fraser 2006-07Randy Campanale 2007-08Russ Swain 2008-09Karen Whisenhunt 2009-10Tom Axtell 2010-11Sharon McNair 2011-12Randy Donald 2012-13Ginger Anderson 2013-14Steve Linder 2014-15Mary Ann Avnet 2015-16David Thorson 2016-17
2017- 2018RI President Ian Riseley
District 5300 GovernorRaghada Khoury
MARCH 8, 2018SCRIBE
• President Michael Gordon called the meeting to order. PP Ginger Anderson gave the invocation. PEE Jackie Thornhill led the club in singing the national anthem and the Pledge of Allegiance. The Sergeant-at-Arms was Adam Hommey.• There were (2) International Rotarian, (1) visiting Rotarians and (9) Guests of Rotarians introduced. President Michael introduced his guest at the head table, member Rob Telles.
• PEE Jackie Thornhill reminded the club of the “Power of Good” semi-finals voting that will run from March 12-16th. You can vote 1x/day.
• Jim Hunt provided update that Carolyn Sparks is recovering well from back surgery and now is accepting visitors.
• Larry Rouse reminded the club of the Tiberti fellowship launch that can be achieved by a cumulative donation of $1,000 or more to the local foundation.
• President Michael reported that the club meeting recycling initiative begins today.
• Rob Telles provided director’s report and thanked members Bill Houghton for producing the Wheel, Stu Lipoff for creating and sending out the 5th Wheel, Sidra Kain for organizing speakers, historian PP Steve Linder, photographer PP Jim Tucker, Kirk Alexander for his representation of the club at the district and RI level, Kirk Holmes for the creation of new website and FB live streams, and Francesca Gilbert for her FB post management.
• Rosalee Hedrick inducted new members Brian Sorrentino and Diane Clary to the LV Rotary Club.
• Club watched RI’s video paying tribute to the diverse and eclectic nature of Rotary – and our club!
• PE Jim Kohl reminded the club of the April 15th Car Show.
• President Michael reminded the club to sign up for the 95th anniversary party on April 5th
• PP Randy Donald announced a new vocational networking social event on March 29th at his home.
• David Squier reminded the club of the upcoming Highway Cleanup scheduled March 24th at 8am across from Bonnie Springs with brunch to follow at Jerry Sennes’ home.
• Marie Walsh reminded members of the next Breakfast with Books on March 13th from 0745-0830.
• Chris Bennett reminded club that the March Madness tournament brackets at $50 per entry are due today; 50% of funds will go toward the LV Rotary Foundation.
• PP Jim Hunt reminded the club of the Cigar Fellowship to be held on March 16th; raffle prizes needed.
• PEE Jackie Thornhill reminded club of the 3rd quarter Wetzel awards out at Nellis AFB today.
• President Michael fined Bill Houghton $95 for the ‘family owned biz’ nomination he received for his business, Horizon Print Solutions. Additionally, Craig Miller was fined $95 for recent business success and finally PP Russ Swain was fined $95 for his 3x mention of business G.L.B. Insurance Group of Nevada.
• The drawing began at $1,045 plus this week’s donations. Ticket winner, Walt Rulffes, did not draw the joker received a $10 consolation prize. Lawry’s Bucks Winner was PP Jim Hunt.• Kirk Holmes introduced our program speaker, R.J. Sampson, Founder & Executive Director of VR Kids a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides free therapeutic virtual reality to hospital bound and mobility impaired children, teens, and young adults. These computer-stimulated environment consist of 3D images and sounds that provide immersive and interactive experiences unique to each users’ perception who might not otherwise experience. They have found therapeutic VR has led to reduction in pain and anxiety, increased happiness/joy, improved their internal narrative, and had a positive impact on the whole family. Moved by his presentation, the club voted to give the income from the day’s raffle sales to VR Kids to buy teddy bears for the young patients.
• President Michael Gordon presented our speaker with a “Share What You Can” award to benefit a veteran in need and then adjourned the meeting.
* Deceased
GOD BLESS AMERICA
ROTARY EVENTS ARE LISTED IN RED / GUEST SPEAKERS & PROGRAMS IN BLACKCALENDAR
3/16 Cigar Social3/22 Mary Beth Sewald - LV Metro Chamber of Commerce3/24 Highway cleanup3/29 LVRC Foundation Program-- Paul Kruger 3/29 Networking Event4/5 95th Anniversary party4/12 Nathan Harper - Archaeologist Springs Preserve4/15 Car Show4/19 Valedictorian Luncheon4/26 PDG Sylvia Whitlock5/6 Putting tournament5/10 John Entsminger - Las Vegas Valley Water5/17 Captain Sandy Holmes, USN Retired5/24 Debra March - Mayor Henderson, NV5/29 Tour of Creech AFB5/31 Andy Bischel - CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs6/2 Las Vegas Lights FC Game for the Military
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Rimini Street now on Nasdaq NASDAQ: RMNI
25 CLUB HIGHWAY CLEANUP PROJECT
Once every quarter, on a Saturday morning, join fellow Rotarians clean up our
designated stretch of Highway 159 across from the entrance to Bonnie
Springs Ranch
March 24th8:00am
Brunch to follow atJerry Sennes’ home
Rotary Web SitesRotary.org - Rotary International District5300.org - District 5300 Sitewww.LasVegasRotary.com - Our Club Site
Wheel Print: Bill Houghton, Horizon Print SolutionsWheel Creative & Editor: Jeni Houghton, Horizon Print SolutionsPrograms: Sidra KainPictures: Jim TuckerThe Scribe: Janelle Lozano
Monday Southwest Lawry’s Prime Rib 12:15 p.m.Tuesday Las Vegas Summerlin TPC Club House 7:15 a.m.Tuesday Downtown Hugo’s (Four Queens Hotel) 12:15 p.m.Tuesday Henderson HBRC/Wells Fargo building (122 S. Water St.) NoonTuesday Mesquite Oasis Club House NoonTuesday Las Vegas West Canyon Gate Country Club 12:15 p.m.Tuesday Red Rock Rotary No Regrets Bar (8349 W Sunset Rd #150) 6:00 p.m.Wednesday Pahrump Valley Mountain Falls Grill Room 6:00 p.m.Wednesday Boulder City Boulder Creek Golf Course NoonWednesday Moapa Old Overton Gym 6:30 a.m.Wednesday Las Vegas Central Las Vegas Country Club 12:15 p.m.Wednesday LV Spring Mountains Siena Bistro, Siena Golf Club 5:30p.m. Town Center Drive south of FlamingoThursday Boulder City Sunrise Boulder Creek Golf Course 7:00 a.m.Thursday Green Valley Wildhorse Golf Club 7:00 a.m.Thursday Las Vegas Rotary Lawry’s Prime Rib NoonThursday Mesquite Sunrise Oasis Golf Course (Red Room) 7:30 a.m.Friday North Las Vegas Los Prados Country Club 7:15 a.m. Off Lone Mtn. betw. Decatur & JonesFriday Las Vegas “Won” Fogo de Chao 5:00 p.m.
MAKE-UP DAYS AND PLACES
Don’t miss The March Issue of
THE ROTARIAN
MARCH 15, 2018
TODAY’S PROGRAM
CHRISTOPHER LALLI
CALENDAR
SCRIBE
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
WETZEL AWARDS PHOTO
Rotary At A GlanceRotarians Members - 1,207,102; Clubs - 34,823; Districts - 538; Countries - 200+;
Rotaractors Clubs - 7,868; Members - 180,964; Countries - 162Interact Clubs - 18,005; Members - 414,115; Countries - 132
Post Office Box 15152Las Vegas, Nevada 89114Phone: 702-433-7451Fax: 702-450-7859District 5300Club 813Website: www.lasvegasrotary.comEmail: [email protected] Director: Shawn Noorda
LAS VEGAS ROTARY FOUNDATION 2017-2018BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President: Larry RousePresident Elect: Paul KrugerSecretary: Randy CampanaleTreasurer: Jerry EngelImmediate Past President: Thomas ThomasSenior Members: Paul Maffey Ty HilbrechtTrustees: Dan Adamson Michael Gordon Jim Kohl Bob Werner
March 15, 2018
Las Vegas Rotary Club Mission:
Christopher Lalli Assistant District Attorney
WHAT IS ROTARY?Rotary is a leadership organization of local
business, professional and civic leaders. We meet
regularly to form friendships and work together to improve
the local and international community
THE FOUR-WAY TEST OF THE
THINGS WE THINK, SAY OR
DO
1. Is it the TRUTH?2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
$1,975,000
$1,950,000
$1,925,000
$1,900,000
$1,875,000
$1,850,000
$1,825,000
$1,800,000
$1,750,000
$2,000,000GOAL
by 6/30/2018
Las Vegas Rotary Club
Celebrating 95 Years
Christopher Lalli is a life-long resident of Las Vegas and a graduate of Bishop Gorman High School. He received a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Minor in Philosophy from Loyola Marymount University in 1989. While at Loyola Marymount, he was elected President of the Student Body.
In 1994, Mr. Lalli received a Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles and was a recipient of the American Jurisprudence Award in Trial Advocacy. He became a member of both the Nevada Bar and United States Bar for the District of Nevada that same year. He was admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court in 2011.
Mr. Lalli joined the Office of the District Attorney in 1994. In 2001 he became a member of the Major Violators Unit and a capital case litigator. Mr. Lalli has lectured to members of law enforcement at the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Academy, at the International Gaming Institute at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, at the National College of District Attorneys and at the National Advocacy Center in Columbia, South Carolina. He has also presented at Trial Academy with the State Bar of Nevada.
Christopher has worked on numerous cases which resulted in published Nevada Supreme Court opinions. These cases include Weber v. State, 121 Nev. 554, 119 P.3d 107 (2005), Daniel v. State, 119 Nev. 498, 78 P.3d 890 (2005), and Byford v. State, 116 Nev. 215, 994 P.2d 700 (2000). In addition, he authored, “Protecting the Rights of Young Victims in Court,” Nevada Lawyer, October 2015.
Mr. Lalli sits on a number of professional boards and committees including the Nevada Supreme Court Indigent Defense Commission, the Nevada Supreme Court Video-Audio Conferencing Committee, the Southern Nevada Counter-Terrorism Center Board of Directors and the Nevada HIDTA Executive Board. He is a Representative to the Nevada State-Federal Judicial Counsel and is a Hearing Panel Chairman on the Southern Disciplinary Board of the State Bar of Nevada.
Christopher Lalli is an Assistant District Attorney in the Criminal Division, overseeing the Support Services Unit, the Financial Integrity Unit (which includes the Major Fraud, Elder Abuse, Bad Check and Grand Jury), Criminal Appeals and Recruiting and Training.
Las Vegas Rotary Club95th Anniversary Celebration
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Since 1905, the work of Rotary International’s fellowship of business men and women has advanced goodwill and peace throughout the
world. In pursuit of this ideal, members of the Rotary Club of Las Vegas have made “Service above Self” the cornerstone of their mission for the
past 95 years; improving the quality of life for thousands in Southern Nevada by supporting health and youth education initiatives and by
helping the disadvantaged through a variety of projects.
Join us for a celebration of our club's historic milestone with original club artifacts and a multimedia retrospective provided by UNLV
Library Special Collections.
Thursday, April 5, 20186:00 p.m.
Lawry's Prime Rib
$40 for members and $60 for guests
RSVP to Shawn Noorda by Thursday, March 15th(702) 433-7451 • [email protected]
Teaching Youth to Succeed through Literacy, Education & Life Skills Development
