Metro Memo 07.19.17

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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER FOR THE COLUMBIA METRO ROTARY CLUB VOLUME 25-03 JULY 19, 2017

to Shelley Sigholtz for providing

today’s invocation, leading us in the

Pledge of Allegiance and for providing

us with a fundraising opportunity.

to Jan Beckett for greeting members

and guests as they arrived at today’s

meeting.

Members with GuestsMembers with GuestsMembers with GuestsMembers with Guests Member Guest

Andrea Jira ........................ Amy Dooley

Tom Rose ...................... Les Borgmeyer

Stuart Scroggs ............... Sarah Buckalew

Visiting RotariansVisiting RotariansVisiting RotariansVisiting Rotarians Member Guest

Teri Walden ..................................South

Happy Birthday to Cale Mitchell on July 23!

Two Rotarians will celebrate membership anniversaries this week:

Gary Duncan ............July 24 3 years Laura Kogut .............July 24 3 years

Dr. Cathy Scroggs Is 2017 Vocational Service Award Recipient Metro’s own Dr. Cathy Scroggs was recognized today for her vocational excellence and practice of high ethical standards. Dr. Scroggs recently retired as Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs at the University of Missouri Dr. Scroggs began her career in education as a high school science teacher, and she got her start in student affairs at Stephens College as a residence hall director. Prior to becoming vice chancellor, she served as director of Student Life and assistant director of Residential Life/Greek Life at MU. Dr. Scroggs is married to Rotarian Stuart Scroggs, and they have two daughters and Dr. Cathy Scroggs one grandchild. In her spare time, she is active with the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, Heart of Missouri United Way and Voluntary Action Center. She was the 2009 chair of the local United Way campaign, and she has also served as their board president. In 2013, she received the Jack Mathews Award for leadership, dedication and achievement on behalf of United Way. She has been an active member of Metro Rotary since 2003. She has been supportive of Metro activities and served as our club’s Sergeant-at-Arms during the 2008-2009 year. Past recipients of this honor are:

1994-1995 Robert Ross, Jr. 1995-1996 Officer Shelley Jones 2000-2001 Mike Hood 2001-2002 Robyn Kaufman 2009-2010 Karen Taylor 2002-2003 Steve Sapp 2010-2011 Bill Watkins 2003-2004 Ted Boehm 2011-2012 Phil Steinhaus 2005-2006 Judge Christine Carpenter 2012-2013 Dr. Eryca Neville 2006-2007 Mayor Darwin Hindman 2013-2014 Sarah Read 2007-2008 Captain Brad Nelson 2014-2015 Dr. Tom Rose 2008-2009 Don Laird 2015-2016 Dan Scotten




Rotary membership dues for the 2017-18 year are now payable. Please contact Metro Treasurer Laura Kogut timely.

On behalf of the Membership Committee, Casey Buckman presented the committee’s monthly award to a Rotarian who has been proactive in inviting prospective members to our weekly meetings. Thanks to Sarah Read, Rose Hayden, Tim Sullivan, Joy Block and Barb Danuser for inviting local professionals to our meetings in June. Each Rotarian’s name was entered into a drawing for a free lunch. Congratulations to Tim for being today’s winner!

Rotary week at Wonderland Camp is July 23-29 this year. The camp is located at Lake of the Ozarks and provides a fun, educational camp experience for children, teenagers and adults who have disabilities. Rotarians have been very supportive of the camp, and members are encouraged to donate time or items listed on the camp’s “wish list” to support the campers. Pages 4-5 of this newsletter outline the planned week activities and notes items on their “wish list.” Please visit www.wonderlandcamp.org to learn more about this opportunity.

The Metro Fundraising Committee will meet following the regular meeting on July 26.

Meeting Location Change: Please note that on August 2, Metro Rotary will meet at Douglass High School (310 North Providence Road) for a tour of the renovated facility. RSVPs and orders for box lunches will be received at upcoming meetings.

The 4th annual Kick-off Cook-off will be held August 26 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center. More information is on page 6 of this newsletter.

Next week

at Metro

PROGRAM

Local FFA Students “Assisting With Oklahoma Fires” GREETER

April Melvin INVOCATION/PLEDGE/FUNDRAISER

Monica Pitts

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Sergeant-at-Arms Jason Knipp asked members about a feature article in the latest issue of The Rotarian magazine. Members knowing that the Marinelli Foundry in Italy created and donated a bell celebrating the Rotary Foundation Centennial were given the opportunity to contribute to Metro’s charities.

New Member Proposed

Les BorgmeyerLes BorgmeyerLes BorgmeyerLes Borgmeyer has been proposed for membership in Metro Rotary. Les is the Local Sales Manager for Fox TV and the Networks of Mid-Missouri. His proposed classification is Advertising-Television. Les’ proposal was submitted by Tom Tom Tom Tom RoseRoseRoseRose.

Please contact President Tom President Tom President Tom President Tom if you have any questions or concerns about this proposal.

Congratulations to Katie Essing! She won $50 cash donated by Shelley Sigholtz. We raised $62 for Metro charities.




Local Educational Farm Provides Opportunities Amy Dooley is the Director of Jefferson Farm and Garden. The Iowa native was hired by the University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) in July, 2015. Before coming to MU, Amy served as the director of conservation education for the American National Fish and Wildlife Museum. Jefferson Farm and Garden is a 67-acre educational farm located east of Columbia on New Haven Road. It opened in 2006, and is part of the University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. It serves as an outdoor classroom to students of all ages, and regularly hosts workshops, field trips and special events. Their mission is to “cultivate an interest in food, agriculture and the environment through educational programs, community events and demonstrations.” The farm has numerous opportunities that appeal to visitors. They have a seven-acre lake, a four-acre native tree grove, a four-acre sunflower field and a two-acre wildflower meadow. She also noted there are four productive bee hives on the farm, over 100 different varieties of trees and plants and a native butterfly house. The butterfly house is one of only two in the state, and free tours are available to visitors. The Butterfly Festival began July 1, and they hope to make it an annual event. They are also planning to have a special event during National Dairy Month next June. Amy noted special partners that have played a key role in the success of Jefferson Farm and Garden. Some mentioned include MU Extension, Columbia Public Schools, Missouri Farm Bureau, local gardeners and the Missouri Department of Conservation. Each entity has been instrumental in helping present quality programming and events to people of all ages. To learn more about the farm, or schedule a visit, please visit http://jefferson.cafnr.org.







Wonderland Camp Wish List 2017 General/Programming Styrofoam Cups (12 oz.) Baby Wipes Bug Repellant Disinfectant Spray Extension Cords Bleach Laundry Soap Window Cleaner Sponges Kleenex Paper Towels Washcloths Large Spray Bottles Deodorant Carnival Prize Items Flashlights Air Freshener Plastic Spoons Shampoo/Conditioner Shaving Cream Night Lights Dixie Cups & Dispensers Toilet Paper Flexible Straws Chucks Refill Liquid Hand Soap Hand Sanitizer Disposable Razors Playground/Basketballs Rubbermaid Containers Sunscreen (high SPF) Bubble Wands Plastic Totes Air Pump Mop Heads (Industrial) Crystal Light or Sugar Free Powdered Drink Mixes Office Color Copy Paper Sharpies (Fine Point) Cardstock Paper Masking Tape Highlighters Avery 5160 Labels Scotch Tape White Copy Paper Blank DVDs for Hanging File Folders Manila Envelopes Legal Size White Copy Memory DVDs (Letter Size) (All Sizes) Paper Rubber Bands (all sizes) Shipping Tape Manila File Folders Laminating Sheets (Letter Size) (Letter Size) Arts & Crafts Foam Pieces Glue Wide Rubber Bands Markers Acrylic Paint (all colors) Construction Paper Butcher Paper Glitter Beads (all types) Hole Punches Stencils Stickers Wiggle Eyes Coloring Books Art Paint Brushes (all sizes) Cord for Bead Stringing Scissors (adult & child) Pom Poms Plastic Masks Glue Sticks Popsicle Sticks Play-Doh Laminating Sheets Ceramics Wooden cut-outs Plastic Totes (heavy duty) Rolls of Plastic Tablecloths Kitchen/Dining Hall Silverware Maintenance Dust Pans Kitchen Size Trash Cans 25’ Extension Cord Toilet Brushes Paint Brushes Paint Roller Covers Leaf Rakes Water Hose Spray Nozzles Shower Rods (6 ft.) Orange Traffic Cones Deck Screws (all sizes) 40 & 60 Watt Light Bulbs Flood Light Bulbs Oscillating Tool Shop Grade Table Saw Basketball Nets Band Saw Squeegees WD-40 Dock De-icer Sawzall Blades Alkaline Batteries (all sizes) Electrical Tape Household Brooms 4’ x 6’ American Flag Good Extension Poles for Wet and Dry Vacuum Trash Bags Pool/Pool Brushes Cleaners (10, 33 & 50 gallon) Backup Generator Mini Blinds Circular Saw Blades (8500 watts) (white, 34” x 48”) (5.5”, 7.5”, 10”, 12”)




2017 Columbia Rotary Clubs Kick-Off Cook-Off

August 26 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center

Delicious, tailgate-style food will be provided by 30 of Columbia's tastiest restaurants. We are seeking 30 amazing local businesses to partner with the restaurants. We are asking each business partner to contribute $175 to participate. Each team will be provided a 10'X10' space which includes an 8' table. Each business may select its own restaurant to pair with or ask the Event Committee to do the pairing. We hope you will be part of this wonderful event and become a team member. Proceeds will be used by the Columbia Rotary Clubs for humanitarian service which includes financial support for the following: local civic and service organizations working with youth, education, veterans and families; and The Rotary Foundation which funds international projects involving safe drinking water, maternal and child health, promotion of global peace and the global effort to eradicate polio. Funds will be raised by participant entry fees and ticket sales. However, additional sponsorship opportunities exist for you to promote your business while supporting this event even more! Please note that over 600 vendors, volunteers and attendees are expected at this year’s event! Presenting Sponsor: $3000

• Inclusion in all print ads • Logo included in title of event and on all

tickets • Logo included on all materials printed for

event • Promotion by emcee day of event • Promotion via social media • Includes 6 tickets • Promotional table at main entry to event • Exclusive sponsorship

Supporting Sponsors: $1500

• Inclusion in all print ads • Logo included on all materials printed for

event • Promotion by emcee day of event • Promotion via social media • Includes 4 tickets

Merchandise Sponsor: $750

• Promotion by emcee day of event • Promotion via social media • Includes 2 tickets

If your organization would like to participate in this year’s event as a sponsor, please contact Tom Rose at 573.449.3791 or [email protected] with the amount of your donation. Thank you for your time and consideration.

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