President Jay Einstein welcomed everyone to the meeting.
Notes Taken By: Alicia Fichera
Pledge: Steve Plevins
4-Way Test: Karen Bauman
Prayer: Pastor Heather Sugden
Announcements:
Sherry Soutiere reminded everyone that the blue cans on the tables will benefit Code Blue.
Sherry Soutiere also mentioned that any funds donated in memory of Betsy Loyle will go towards RYLA which is near and dear to both her and Michaels hearts.
Josie Spinelli recited a little blurb she wrote about Rotary:
"What is Rotary? To me, Rotary is a place where like-minded people come to break bread together, welcome new members, to laugh, to sing, and to do good in the community and around the world. It is where we count on each other for support and seek generosity of spirit from our fellow Rotarians so we can accomplish a multitude of good work, never letting it feel like a chore. Our fellowship and good deeds allow us to believe that no task is too hard and that the future is bright. But most importantly, as a club, our accomplishments are limitless."
- Written by Josie Spinelli
Josie Spinelli spoke about her role and duties as Programs Chair.
If you have any ideas for programs- please send those ideas her way!
Bonnie Laube spoke about her role and duties as Club Treasurer. This is her 26th year in this role. She reminded everyone to please PAY YOUR DUES! :)
Dave Schad spoke about his role and duties as Charities Treasurer.
Melody Montgomery was not present at the meeting but she is the Club Secretary.
Joe O'Rourke was not present at the meeting but he is the Fundraising Chair.
Sherry Soutiere spoke about her role and duties as Community Service Chair.
Maureen Simmons spoke about her role and duties as Foundation Chair.
Gail Marino spoke about her role and duties as Membership Chair.
Susanna Philippoussis was not present at the meeting but she is the International Service Chair.
Karen Bauman spoke about her role and duties as Club Administration Chair.
Maria LeBlanc is the Youth Service Liaison.
Andy Browne spoke about his role and duties as Immediate Past President.
Cara Stanzione and Alicia Fichera spoke about their roles in Community Awareness/Public Relations. These efforts are overseen by committee Chair, Preston Centuolo.
~ 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.
~ 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:
Teeghen Einstein is being proposed for membership by Jay Einstein
Teeghan is Co-Owner & Business Operator at DJ’s Painting in Bridgeton.
She is a Newfield resident, married to husband Austin Einstein.
She has a passion for change and community that she believes will translate beautifully in her commitment to Rotary!
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