Mr. Huckelberry is a native Tucsonan. He graduated from Flowing Wells High School and earned a Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering, as well as a Master of Science in Civil engineering, from The University of Arizona. He is a Registered Professional Engineer and Registered Land Surveyor in the State of Arizona.

Mr. Huckelberry began his career with Pima County in 1974 as a Field Engineer in the Department of Transportation. He became the Director of the Department of Transportation and Flood Control District in 1979 and held that position until 1986. He served as the Assistant County Manager for Public.

Works from 1986 to 1993; and since 1993, he has held the position of County Administrator. As County Administrator, Mr. Huckelberry manages a $1.3 billion budget and a staff of 8,000 employees under the direction of the Pima County Board of Supervisors.

Jonathan Rothschild, Mayor

Born and raised in Tucson, Jonathan is a native Tucsonan.  His grandmother came to Tucson in 1942 and opened Valley Fair, a used furniture store on South 6^th Avenue.  His father attended Tucson High School and the University of Arizona. 

A graduate of Canyon del Oro High School, Kenyon College and the University of New Mexico Law School, Jonathan served as a law clerk for the United States District Court Judge Alfredo Marquez.  He then joined the law firm of Mesch, Clark & Rothschild, where he served as managing partner from 2001 to 20011.  In addition to his own law practice helping businesses and individuals, Jonathan was responsible for the day to day management a of 21-attorney firm.

Joe Snell, President, Tucson Regional Economic Opportunities

As President and CEO of Tucson Regional Economic Opportunities, Inc. (TREO), Joe Snell brings a 25-year record of outstanding achievements to the agency coordinating all economic development initiatives in Southern Arizona. His knowledge in building strategic, competitive, and balanced business development strategies has resulted in local and national recognition for his unique ability to start up and reengineer regional economic development groups, creating stronger economies in high-growth communities.

Previously Snell served as president of the Metro Denver Network where he focused on the development of long‐range strategies and the creation of infrastructure designed to capture high wage opportunities. Ultimately these efforts positioned Denver as a leading technology center and metro Denver was consistently ranked as one of the nation’s fastest growing markets in high wage job creation.

Snell is a faculty member of the annual Arizona Economic Development Course, accredited by the International Economic Development Council. Past involvement includes serving on the Board of Arizona Economic Resource Commission, the Board

Michael V. Varney, Tucson Metro Chamber

Mike Varney became the president & CEO of the Tucson Metro Chamber in May 2011.  Prior to that he served as the president and CEO of the North Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce and the vice president of marketing of the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce.  In his current role he is responsible for all aspects of the organization’s operations including strategic planning, product development, government affairs, communications, research, finance and member services. 

Mr. Varney is a native of Madison, Wisconsin, He is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, having earned a bachelor of arts degree in Communication Arts.

He is currently a member of the executive committee of the board of directors of the Western Association of Chamber Executives and is also on the board of directors at the Arizona Chamber Executives and the American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE).

Dan Marries of KOLD-TV

Find a job you love and you’ll never work a day in your life.  That’s exactly how I feel about my chosen career in journalism.  I’ve been anchoring and reporting stories at KOLD News 13 since June, 1999. 

I moved to Tucson from Yuma, AZ where I was the main anchor for KYMA-TV.  Prior to Yuma I spent a year at the CBS affiliate in Mankato, MN. 

I got my start in television news at KREX-TV in Grand Junction, CO.  That’s also where I earned by BA in Mass Communications/Broadcast Journalism from Mesa State College. 

When I’m not working I love spending time with my nine year old son Kurtis.  You can find us wandering around 4^th Avenue or hiking up “A” Mountain. Sabino Canyon and Mount Lemmon are our favorite spots for exploring and camping.  One of my Favorite past times is throwing a steak on the BBQ and hanging out with friends and family.  I also enjoy scuba diving.  Iam a certified PADI Rescue Diver.

For those of you who were not present when the winning ticket (#13787) for this year's Tucson Classics Car Show raffle was drawn by Mayor Jonathan Rothschild, we were disappointed the winner was not present.  A phone call from the stage and ten minutes later, the winner stood before us, excited about his win!  His name is Ron Rodriguez.  He bought ONE TICKET at a Padres game.  

Ron is single with an adult daughter.  He was born in New Mexico, but moved to Arizona when he was one year old and was raised in San Manuel where his father was an electrician for a mining company. He served in the US Marine Corp. for seven years and has lived in Tucson for the past twenty-seven years. He works for Concrete Designs, a precast concrete company.

Although he loves Corvettes and used to own a 1979 Corvette, he opted for the cash.  Anyone want to buy a beautiful, red, 2001 Corvette convertible - priced at $18,500?  Call MIKE ANDERSON at 299-3407!!  Once the red Corvette has been sold, Mike will begin searching for a new raffle car for the 2013 show.

President JIM LUBINSKI, called the meeting to order and encouraged everyone to contribute to the scholarship cup. SUZANNE LAWDER, did the invocation and lead along with Jim the pledge and song with GARY GETHMANN, on piano. CHARLIE MEAKER introduced the ten guests.  Happy Birthday to ALLYN BULZOMI and MARK IRVIN. CHARLOTTE HARRIS introduced  new member, JIM STUDWELL. KEVIN WONG conducted the raffle. PAT LENNAN announced the winner of the rubber chicken award, MARY FREITIS. LEE ATKEN announced $345.00 was raised at the tip bar from the car show and $5325.00 from the silent auction JIM LUBINSKI announced that registration is still open for the economic summit. You can register online. He also announced that PAT ZUMBUSCH is the 2014 car show chair. The District conference is this coming Friday and Saturday. Our club is hosting a hospitality suite at the hotel, starting at 5:30pm. Registration is at the door. Mia Hanson from the Presidio Club announced their November 3^rd fundraiser, Presidio Passports. 

Dr. Smith, a Professor of Planetary Science at the U of A, updated us about the 2016 U of A led mission that will be launch to a nearby asteroid named RQ36. The goal of the mission is examine the asteroids surface. Investigating the formation of the solar system, the kind of matter that exists and how life evolved in the solar system. The project OSIRIS-Rex mission has a budget of $800 million dollars of which $200 million will be reinvested in the Tucson community

What a great presentation from former member Dr. Peter Smith last Wednesday.  It’s amazing what is being done at the U of A.  And the fact that it should bring $200 million to the local economy is an added bonus. 

Hopefully many of you will have attended the district conference over the weekend and have come back motivated with new ideas and ways we can help to improve our club.  Remember, the more you put into Rotary, the more you will get out in return.  I will be anxious to hear from those of you who were able to attend.

This week is one I have been looking forward to for several months.  Our program dealing with the future of the Tucson economy should be very interesting.  This will likely be the most attended meeting we have had in some time.  As I am writing this we are approaching 250 registered with several days to go.  I hope you all registered and so you do not miss out on this special event.  If you are attending, consider sitting at a table with some or our guests.  We are having our board and several of our past presidents try to sit at different tables so we can make sure our guests feel welcome and can have any questions they may have about Rotary and our club answered.  This will be a great chance for all of us to promote/show off our club and attract new members.  We are filming the program courtesy of Rick Rose and his team at Film Creations.  Not sure yet how we will use this but, might be a great thing to promote on social media.  It may also be available to view by those members who will be unable to attend.

The Ride to End Polio is fast approaching.  Many of you have generously sponsored one of our members who will be riding in the event.  The goal of raising $200,000 is not out of reach.  Many thanks to Gary Hirsch and his team for driving this event.  I look forward to participating.

Have a great week and see you Wednesday!

The November 14th, Rotary Club of Tucson meeting will be held at:

Radisson Suites

6555 E Speedway Blvd

Tucson, AZ  85710

Plated Salad ~~ Spring Vegetable salad with assorted dressings on the table

Southwest Chicken ~~ Chicken Breast, Garlic, Cream Cheese, Peppers, Onions, Cilantro and Jalapenos, with Penna Pasta Tossed in a Fresh Herb and Roasted Garlic Beurre Blanc, Cinnamon Honey Glazed Carrots, Rolls and Butter, Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce, Coffee, Decaf or Iced Tea

Vegetarian option if reserved in advance ~~ Eggplant Parmesan~Fried Eggplant Slices Layered with Mozzarella, Parmesan, Basil and Tomato Sauce, Penna Pasta tossed with Fresh Herbs, Garlic, Beurre Blanc

Fresh Fruit Plate and Gluten Free meals are also available by advance reservation.