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During this afternoon's meeting, Jon Mathues presented Ray Face with the 100 Acts of Good challenge coin for his efforts and support of many agencies within the Yuma community. Congratulations Ray!!
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Lisa Ball from Special Olympics Arizona was our guest speaker this afternoon and shared information about the various programs that help build confidence, reduces bullying, brings a sense of inclusion and acceptance for special needs children within Yuma County.
Lisa praised all of Yuma County's school districts for getting involved in Unified Sports and shared information about their upcoming Breakfast of Champions on October 12th.
To learn more about getting involved in the programs, leadership council, committees and fundraising efforts, please give Lisa a call at 928-210-8862.
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During this afternoon's Yuma Rotary meeting, Dave Hossler presented a coin and Acts of Good pin to Gary Davis for his continued dedication to serving our community. Congrats Gary!
President Melissa and members of Yuma Rotary welcomed Erick Solis as a new member to our club this afternoon. Erick is a graduate of Kofa High School and owns a roofing company here in town. Margaret Geis had the pleasure of pinning Erick today! Welcome Erick and thank you Brenda Howell for bringing a real gem to the club!!
President Melissa recognized Eve for her Acts of Good and constant support of Yuma Rotary and her dedication to volunteering at Amberly's Place! Congrats Eve!
This afternoon Denise McGregor recognized Dave Hossler for his many contributions and thousands of Acts of Good throughout Rotary, our community and his efforts to help start up many clubs in town. Dave has helped bring in over 212 people to these groups and has contributed towards 50 Paul Harris awards. Thank you Dave, we love you!!
Yuma Rotary President Melissa and Cibola High School Counselor Mary Lynn Coleman highlighted Diego Salgado as our Student of the Month for his exceptional efforts towards his studies. Diego took a moment to thank God and his parents for their never ending support. Diego plans to attend Stanford to study mechanical engineering. Congrats and we are so proud of you!!
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Many thanks to City Administrator, Greg Wilkinson for speaking to our group about the benefits of passing Prop 407 on the General Election ballot November 8th.
A YES vote allows for an increase in sales tax of $0.03 on every $10.00. What we get in return is a freeze on City property taxes for three years, and the approximate $6M collected will be distributed towards subdivision asphalt replacement and additional staff and equipment for YPD and YFD.
It's an important vote so please feel free to share and help spread the word!
It was an honor for President Melissa to induct Anna Martinez and Pauline Villa into Yuma Rotary during this afternoon's meeting. Both ladies were nominated by Flora Llamas (woo hoo!) and are excited to be involved in the great projects and events our club supports! Welcome ladies!!
This afternoon President Melissa recognized Lori Arney and Barbara Hengl for their Acts of Good through tremendous support of the Yuma Rotary. Thank you for all you do and Congrats!!!
Congrats to Denise McGregor for being recognized by Betty Denise as a 100 Acts of Good recipient for her project Tails of Joy which has been adopted by YRMC.
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We appreciate guest speakers Mario Zappitelli and Diana Maldonado from YRMC who explained the hospital continuously assesses the community's health needs and participants in various health fairs throughout the County to promote the services the provide. Mario shared information about the Silver Care program and from the heart said that Yuma is one of the most caring communities he's had the pleasure to work in!
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Yuma Rotary's Student of the Month is Cibola High School's Rosa Vasquez. Rosa was selected because of her dedication to student council and a long list of other school activities and aspires to attend the University of Arizona to become a Pediatric Surgeon. Yuma Rotary provided a check for $100 to go towards her studies.
This afternoon President Melissa presented Matt Molenar with a 100 Acts of Good pin in recognition of his efforts to promote literacy in his neighborhood by putting a Lending Library in front of his house. How cool is that?!?!
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Doug Richey acknowledged Jim Conlee this afternoon and gave him a challenge coin for his many Acts of Good and being the 'voice' of Yuma Rotary. We love you Jim!!
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This afternoon's guest speaker was Laura Luna from Yuma County who educated our group about their Bad Check Program, offered advice when accepting checks and discussed the steps available online when a bad check is received. Afterwards, President Melissa offered a beautiful gift from the club in appreciation of her time.
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President Melissa Short recognized Kevin Burge this afternoon for his Acts of Good and dedication to the Yuma County Children's Museum. Kevin shared that in 6 weeks there were over 8,000 people who visited the museum, giving proof the community wants it in Yuma. Many thanks to all the Rotarians who are involved in this program!!
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During this afternoon's meeting, Lonie Ross-Meisenhimer acknowledged Doug Richey and presented him with Yuma Rotary's challenge coin for his Acts of Good towards Rotary projects, his dedication to his church and construction of dance sets for the community's dance companies. You're a great man Doug and so deserving!
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This afternoon's speaker was Wayne Steffey, Executive Director for the YRMC Foundation. Wayne shared the foundation holds fundraisers throughout the year benefitting scholarships, Bridget's Gift, cancer programs and Drive for School Supplies. So far they've raised $82k filling over 6100 backpacks for students throughout Yuma County and San Pasquale. Since they started the drive in 1999, Wayne shared they've donated over 48k backpacks!!!
Wayne continued that Yuma is the most generous community he's ever worked in and credits the foundation's success to this generosity and the dedication of over 250 volunteers.
Congrats and keep up the great work Wayne!!!
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Also during our meeting this afternoon, President Melissa acknowledged Steve Moore and his family for their Acts of Good in raising $125.00 for Amberly's Place! We are blessed to be amongst such generous people who care so deeply for our community! Thank you Steve!
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