President Jay Einstein welcomed everyone to the meeting.
Notes Taken By: Alicia Fichera
Pledge: Eileen Duffy
4-Way Test: Alan Burkhardt
Prayer: Preston Centuolo
Announcements:
Jay remarked on how wonderful it was to see so many Rotarians at this week's meeting who haven't attended in a while.
Gail Marino announced that we will need a Membership Committee Chair for next year. If you are interested in joining a committee, please reach out to Josie Spinelli.
Sherry Soutiere reminded everyone that the blue cans on the tables will benefit Code Blue. We have already collected $200.00 thus far.
Eileen Duffy mentioned that today was Ed's birthday.
Jay announced that Brian Rhem is celebrating his 10-year anniversary as a Vineland Rotarian, Justin White celebrates 4 years and Steve Plevins is commemorating 9 years! Dawn Hunter also celebrates 12 years and Laura Powers celebrates 5 years! Congrats to all!
Rotarians had lots of fun and laughs at the Rotary Speed Dating event. This was a chance for seasoned Rotarians and new Rotarians to get to know each other and learn more about Rotary. ❤ ❤ ❤
~ Rebecca (Becky) Lein is the Director of Development at Cumberland Christian School here in Vineland. She is a Pittsgrove resident, married to husband Dwight Lein with four children – Victoria, Daniel, Christian, and Alathea.
Sponsor- Denise Jackson
Proposed New Members:
~ Joseph (Joe) Cortez is being proposed for membership. Joe is the Executive Director of the Foundation at CompleteCare Health Network. He is a Bridgeton resident and currently a member of the Rotary Club of Bridgeton. Joe will be transferring to Vineland Rotary Club. He is scheduled to be inducted on 2/25/25 by Maureen Simmons. Sponsor- Gail Marino.