Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Meeting –September 12, 2019 - Minutes
Attendees:  Dr. Willie Hart, Diane Beckley, George Matthews,  Lynda Conyers, Bob Holzrichter, Monica Phillip, Buzz Althoen,  Fred Langer, Thanner Baquero,  Tarakee Jackson,  Sharon Adams,   Greg Williams, Angie Stinson, Dave Carter, , Cynthia Roberson
Guests:  Shannon King
Meeting was called to order by President Willie, who led us in the Pledge and the Four Way Test.  Invocation was given by Cynthia Roberson.
Sgt. at Arms, Thanner Baquero reported $31 collected .        
Good News/Bad News:
Thanner told us about his “scooter” experience.  First he had to find the scooter, which was not in the first place he was given, but it was in the alley close by.  It had 4.5 miles on it, and he rode it for about 15 minutes, and the ride was really nice and fun.  No, he did not ride on the sidewalk.
Sharon announced the first minority film fest will be held on September 12 – 15, 2019.  She gave us a website address to go to for more information.  It is MKEfilms.org.
Cynthia just wanted to give us information on an African cultural tradition.  It involves ladies purses.  You will never see a black woman place her purse on the floor (it represents bad luck and loss of finances).  She just wants us to know why she did not let someone place her purse on the floor…she is not being mean or picky, but it all has to do with that cultural tradition.
Cynthia also reported on a meeting with a 10 year old boy at her church who wrote a book, “Why I Get Mad”.  It is really some accomplishment for a 10 year old.  She will bring the book to our next meeting for the members to see.
Willie reported that our “Back to School” event on September 3rd, was a big success.  All those who participated agreed.  They had fun, and the parents, teachers, and kids seemed to like having the Rotarians present.  Willie said she felt like a kid again.  She also met former students at the event which resulted in an invitation to a graduation party, and the opportunity to connect with more of her former students.  She enjoyed seeing them again, and knowing that the seeds she planted many years ago grew into very special people.
Greg reported on being contacted by a father of a young lady who was entering her junior year in college.  Her parents had split up, and the mother always took care of arranging the finances for school.  Now she was gone and the father needed help.  Greg was able to make the proper contacts and work with the school to make arrangements for the young lady to attend classes.
Thanner and Sharon thanked Lynda, on behalf of the club, for making the arrangements at the two elementary schools for our participation in the “Back to School” event.  Sharon said it was a life inspiring experience for her, and hoped we would do more with the schools in the future.

CLUB BUSINESS:
Monica asked Tara if she could give the members an update on how to access our club runner website.  This should be done soon.  Also, the Facebook site needs updating.  Dave volunteered to put up new pictures on the Facebook site, if someone would send them to him.  He always puts up our minutes on a weekly basis.  The website, of course, holds a lot more information, and connects us to the District and other clubs.
The Veterans warm clothing collection is coming up October 5th.  We need to get the fliers out Saturday, September 21st and 28th.  Lynda will run the fliers and have them ready for us at the next meeting on September 19th.  Buzz reminded everyone that the location is at the Farmer’s Market at Santa Monica Blvd. and Bell Street (Congregational Church parking lot), and times are from 9:00 AM to 12 noon.  A sign-up sheet went around and the following people signed up:
Saturday, September 21st – Greg Williams and Angela Stinson      Saurday, September 28th – Tara Jackson and Dave Carter.  We could use an extra person for both days.  
Christmas with Dignity – Diane reported that she is trying to make contact with Julia Means for families to participate in the program.  Buzz and Cynthia added that they could come up with families at their churches, if we had no response from Julia.  It was decided that we have a committee meeting immediately following next week’s business meeting to discuss details for the event.  Diane promised to have a “Task List” for us, and the committee will start delegating assignments and putting together time requirements.
Buzz commented that the interviews last year were not well attended and a lot of time was wasted, so we should address how we agree on how we approach families.
President Willie brought up the subject of past dues.  She asked that members who are in arrears with their dues, please contact Treasurer Bob, and make arrangements.
Lynda will bring the newspaper with the pictures and article regarding our “Back to School” event to the meeting next week.
Diane requested prayers for her son who is entering the Navy, and has signed on for Special Operations, one of the most dangerous jobs.  Diane, be assured our prayers are with him.
RAFFLE:  Fred’s ticket was drawn, and he picked a blue marble, so the pot grows.  Next week it will be 8 blue and 1 white.
Meeting adjourned at 8:40 AM
Respectfully submitted,
Monica Phillip, Secretary

UPCOMING PROGRAMS:
September 19 – George Hinton, President & CEO – Social Development Commission
September 26 – Open  (PLEASE CONTACT CHRIS IF YOU HAVE A SPEAKER YOU WANT SCHEDULED)
October 3 - Open                 
October 10 – Breakfast/Meeting at St. Ann’s – 9:00 am Tour Wis. Humane Society
October 17 – Kids Kicking Cancer – Michelle Lofy, Program Co-ordinator, Gordon Merna

LIST OF EVENTS FOR 2019-2020 YEAR:
1.	VETS COLLECTION OF WARM CLOTHING – OCTOBER (FLIERS AND COLLECTION DATES)
2.	POLIO PLUS “END POLIO IN THE WORLD” DAY – OCTOBER 24, 2019
3.	COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
4.	CHRISTMAS WITH DIGNITY – DECEMBER, (DATES) START WORKING ON IN SEPTEMBER, 2019
5.	OUTBOUND YOUTH EXCHANGE – (NEED TIME LINE INFORMATION)
6.	4TH GRADE ESSAY CONTEST – APRIL, 2020 – JUNE, 2020 –CANOE TRIP AND CLUB PRESENTATION
7.	WORLD AFFAIRS SEMINAR – JUNE, 2020 (NEED TO FIND A STUDENT)
8.	VETS COLLECTION OF KITCHEN ITEMS – JUNE/JULY, 2020 (FLIERS AND COLLECTION DATES)
9.	ST. VINCENT DE PAUL MEAL PROGRAM – (BUZZ NEEDS TO GIVE US DATES)
SOCIAL EVENTS:
CHRISTMAS PARY – DECEMBER, 2019
ANNIVERSARY/CHANGING OF GUARD DINNER – JUNE, 2020
NOTE:  WE WILL BE ADDING THE SEPTEMBER 3RD  BACK TO SCHOOL EVENTS AND AN OCTOBER “BOWLIO FOR POLIO” EVENT