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This Week at Rotary
Presiding Officer: Randy Bretz
Secretary: Christina Usher
Finemaster: Priscilla Henkelman
Cashiers: Ken Broman, Trip Snyder & Eric Drumheller
Greeters: Mike Renken & Steve Peregrine
Meeting Set Up: Yolanda Hoffman
 
This week is the kickoff meeting for brand new President Randy Bretz and his leadership team. President Randy and his team will present their plan of service for the year. Fresh from the Rotary International Convention in Toronto, President Randy is loaded with information to share with you so come and attend the meeting this week.
Message from President Randy Bretz

Message from Randy Bretz

What inspires you? Is it a good book? Maybe it’s a great song? For sure it’s a special person in your life. When I reflect on what inspires me, it’s people like you, it’s people I interact with every day, it’s people in other Rotary clubs. 
 

In 2018-19, the theme for Rotary clubs around the world calls all of us to “Be the Inspiration.”  Just think of it . . . 1.2 million people in 200 countries all seeking to be  an inspiration. If we each cause a little ripple of inspiration every day, just imagine how we can impact our community. 

Furthermore, when we seek to inspire people, we can have an impact not only in Lincoln, but across the United States and around the world.  We’re the largest Rotary club in Nebraska, We’re one of the largest Rotary clubs in the world. Join me as I seek to be the inspiration that has an international impact.

Next Week at Rotary - July 17, 2018

Miss USA will speak at Rotary #14

Sarah Rose Summers, Miss Nebraska, was crowned Miss USA on May 21, 2018.  She is the first Nebraskan ever to be crowned Miss USA and will now represent the United States in the Miss Universe Pageant later this year.  Sarah is a Papillion-LaVista High School graduate and graduated cum laude from Texas Christian University with two degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communications with a business minor and a Bachelor of Science in Child Development.  Sarah is also a Certified Child Life Specialist.
Family Fishing Fun Day

We are still accepting more participants to the Family Fishing Fun Day. Please see details below:

Date and Time: July 14, 2018, Saturday, 0730 AM
Assembly Place: Tractor Supply Company (TSC) on HWY 2 across from Menards. It is the TSC South and meet at 0730 AM
Where: Farm ponds near Crab Orchard, about 40 miles SE of Lincoln
Cost: Participants will pay $75.00 to the Rotary #14 Foundation, Lunch is provided
Hosts: Klaus and Gisela Hartmann

To participate or if you have any questions, please contact Klaus directly at (402) 430-7791.

Happy Birthday Rotarians!
It's always a blessing to help celebrate a Rotarian's birthday and we wish a Happy Birthday to the following Rotarians who are celebrating their birthdays this month, July 2018:
JULY 2018
Topher Hansen 03 Larry Ruth 06 Dan Duncan 10   
Chris Hove 12 Dan Wherry 13 Shirley Sneve 14  
Mark Feit 16 Paul Illich 16 Ryan Dobesh 18  
Dave Livingsto 19 Bill Norris 20 Hank Bounds 23
Brett Burchett 24 Kiersten Hill 24 Pat Leach 24  
 Kristine Hull 27 Jim Smith 25 Molly Burns 28

 
Volunteers Needed for Cashiers and Greeters
Treasurer Mike Renken is requesting for your help. Mike is looking for Cashiers and Greeters at our Tuesday meetings. If you can spare 30 minutes before any Tuesday noon meeting, please sign up here.
New Lunch Cards
To continue our efforts of putting the club in a better financial standing, we have implemented a new prepaid card system where you have total control of your lunch money, while at the same time enjoying the benefits of express check-in. Lunch cards can be purchased at our Tuesday meeting from Yolanda Hoffman or Eric Drumheller. We have two kinds of lunch cards, one is for Full Buffet with 10 full buffet meals at $110.00. The second card is for Soup & Salad with 10 soup and salad meals at $80.00. You have the option to buy either one or both cards. Lunch card holders will check-in at the Express check-in. Simply present your card and our cashier will date stamp your card and then you keep your card. Treat it like any gift cards you have as it has money value. The check-in time for lunch card holders is between 30 seconds to a minute. If you wish to purchase your lunch cards online, please do so by clicking here and claim your lunch card the next time you are at our meeting.
New Check-in Process
As you all are aware, we have a new check-in process in place where you are greeted as you enter the Nebraska Club, by the elevator. It is where you also pick up your Rotary badge and get scanned for your attendance credit. Then you enter the meeting room with three convenient lines to check-in. If you are a lunch card holder, please check-in in the Express Check-in to your left; if paying by credit card, please check-in the middle line; if paying by cash, please check in at the line on the right. As always, we have a separate check-in for guests as they sign in with the Secretary for proper acknowledgement at the meeting. If you have any observations or suggestions, please let President Randy know.
Autonomous Shuttle - Spots are Filling Up Fast
Your participation is critical because we need your feedback as part of Lincoln’s application for $5 million in startup funds from Bloomberg Philanthropies for a downtown autonomous shuttle pilot project. 
What:  Ride an autonomous shuttle and provide feedback to researchers who will help Lincoln compete for a $1 million or $5 million research grant.
When:  June 26 - 29 and July 9 -13, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Please allot one hour to ride and provide feedback.
Where:  The Mill at Nebraska Innovation Campus, 2021 Transformation Drive
For more information about Lincoln’s Autonomous Shuttle Project and event details, visit shuttle.lincoln.ne.gov. For reservation assistance, contact Michele at mabendroth@lincoln.ne.gov or 402-441-7566.
 
Dues are Past Due
If you haven't already paid your dues and have not expressly indicated non-renewal, we have extended the courtesy of renewing your membership. You may pay your dues by clicking here or please mail a check to PO Box 83843, Lincoln NE 68501. Monthly or quarterly payments can be arranged. To set up quarterly or monthly payments, please contact Yolanda by phone at (402) 413-8597; call/text (402) 577-0091, or email at yolanda@rotary14.org.
 
 
Rotary District 5650 Conference

2018 Rotary District 5650 Conference

The 2017-18 District Conference "Together Making a Difference" will be July 27-28, 2018 at the Cornhusker Marriott in Lincoln. Click here for conference flyer.
The conference is going to be awesome and thanks are due to many who are involved in its planning.  We will have some excellent and inspiring speakers on topics such as women's empowerment, tree planting and ecology , our work in addressing human trafficking, our impact on leadership development in young people, and the importance of networking.  We will have some great music and relaxed time to connect with our friends around the district.  Please sign up now!  :) 
Thank you,  
Tom 
Upcoming Events
Lunch Card Implementation
May 23, 2018 – Jul 17, 2018
 
Weekly Luncheon
Jul 17, 2018
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
Weekly Luncheon
Jul 24, 2018
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
Weekly Luncheon
Jul 31, 2018
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
Weekly Luncheon
Aug 07, 2018
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
Weekly Luncheon
Aug 14, 2018
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
Speakers
Jul 17, 2018
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