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This Week at Rotary March 12, 2019
Presiding Officer: Randy Bretz
Secretary: Christina Usher
Finemaster: Mark Feit
Sgt. At Arms: Maury Halstead
Cashiers: Regina Werum & Kris Rutford
Greeters: Diane Temme Stinton & Sara Skretta
Speaker: Miki Esposito
 
 
 
Yes, we’re all aware of the potholes in our streets. And, yes, we all have snowy and icy street stories to share. But, the issue with the streets in Lincoln is far more involved than the winter we’re all anxious to see in the rearview mirror. Our program on March 12 will feature Miki Esposito, Lincoln’s Director of Transportation and Utilities. She will share the outline and details of a proposed six-year plan to repair and reconstruct many of our streets. Invite your friends to join us for this informative program that will consider the findings of a Citizen Coalition and the proposed sales tax collection to help address current and future infrastructure needs. Check out this report for the details. https://lincolnonthemove.com/
Perfect Attendance Awards
Recently, Allen Beermann recognized Rotarians with perfect Rotary attendance: Art Knox, 28 years; Mari Lane Gewecke, 17 years; Sandi Fabry, 10 years; Mark Stephens, 9 years, Russ Free, 6 years; Mark Feit, 5 years; Don Pederson, 4 years; Tim Brusnahan, 3 years; Doc Chaves, 3 years. Congratulations, Rotarians!

L to R: Art Knox, Russ Free, Sandi Fabry, Doc Chaves, Don Pederson, Mari Lane Gewecke, Mark Stephens, Tim Brusnahan, Mark Feit, & Allen Beermann
Mentoring Social
Have you thought about becoming a mentor but haven't taken that next step? Are you a mentor now seeking support and advice from other mentors? Do you just want to spend some social time with other members of Rotary #14?
 
The Rotary #14 Mentoring Committee will host a get-together on Thursday, March 21st from 5:00 to 7:00 at University Towers, 128 N 13th St. We'll have drinks and light snacks on hand. We hope you will come with a story to share or questions for current mentors - but that isn't a requirement. All are welcome. 
 
Please let Jennifer Brinkman or Maury Halstead know if you are interested in attending. Hope to see you there. Sign up here.
Last Week at Rotary
Last week at Rotary, President Randy Bretz presided the meeting, while Christina Usher conducted club business. Mark Feit was Finemaster. Christie Weston, Keith Larsen, and Mike Renken served as Cashiers. Greeters were Lisa Lee and Todd Crawford. To sign up as Cashier, click/tap here. To serve as Greeter, click/tap here
 
Craig Strong recognized and introduced Rotary's selected student leader from Bryan Community, Keeli Rabago.
 
Keeli Rabago with her teacher, President Bretz, and Craig Strong
 
Greeters Lisa Lee of Lincoln Council for International Visitors, speaker Mike Forsberg, & Todd Crawford of Congressman Jeff Fortenberry's office
 
Cashiers Keith Larsen of Lincoln 55+ Seniors Paper, Mike Renken of NeighborWorks Lincoln, & Christie Weston of NIFA
Next Week at Rotary, Dr. Matt Blomstedt
The Nebraska Department of Education certifies our teachers, they review the curriculum taught in our schools and they help us plan for the future of educating our children. Our program on March 19 will feature Dr. Matt Blomstedt, Commissioner of Education for Nebraska. He’ll update us on Nebraska’s schools, future plans being made and the challenges that his Department and the State Board of Education face. Rotary 14 member Patsy Koch Johns is a member of the State Board. Invite friends and colleagues to join us for this informative program. Dr. Blomstedt has served as Nebraska Commissioner of Education since 2014, he’s been involved in research for the Unicameral for many years, and he was on the TEDxLincoln stage in 2017.
An Epic Experience is Waiting for You
We still have tickets for Epic Experiences, part of the fundraising effort from this year’s Rise.Shine.give event. On April 13th you can meander through one of Lincoln’s most charming neighborhoods, Woodshire, enjoy the company of fellow Rotarians and grab a meal, On May 5th you can take in the Lincoln Marathon and breakfast at the home of Randy and Jan Bretz . . . plus so much more. Tickets are available at bidpal.net/Rotary14   Oh, and while you’re there, you can make a donation to our Foundation.
Happy Birthday Rotarians!
March 2019
Rich Lloyd 01   Pat O'Meara 02
Ken Koop 03  Scott Richardson 03
Bev Austin 04   Jeff McPeak 07
Melanie Whittamore-Mantzios 12   
Merle Jansen 17   
Lisa Lee 17   
Jim Mastera 18   Mike Long 20   
Chris Zygielbaum 24   Brian Wachman 25   
Chris Sommerich 28   Valerie Hunt 31 
Sarah Peetz 31
York Rotary Celebrates 100 Years
The York Rotary Club, which Rotary 14 helped establish, is celebrating its 100th Anniversary on Friday, April 12. Let’s show our support and encouragement by attending their anniversary dinner that evening. It will be a grant event at the York Convention Center just off the Interstate on Highway 81. Ask Yolanda or Randy Bretz for a reservation form.
Rotary District 5650 Conference, SHAPE THE FUTURE

It's is only $100 through March 31; $140 after that.
 
Before we know it, this snow will be gone and it will be time for District Conference.  The theme this year is “Shape the Future”.
Save the date: July 26 and 27th – Lied Lodge and Conference Center, Nebraska City. 
 
We have many things planned – one of which will be a cruise on the Belle of Brownville boat!
 
Other family opportunities will be offered and available at discounted prices.  Registration is open and can be done by clicking here.
 
Additional information previously published:
 
Attention: This is NOT your Grandpa’s conference!
 
This will be a fresh and exciting weekend with inspirational, informative speakers and family events.
 
Bring your family! Plan to come early or stay late. Nebraska City Rotarians are working hard to put together deals and discounts for the family in their community.
 
Other conference features:
- - Service project for all conference attendees including your guests - Service Above Self
- - Rotary International Representative attending on behalf of the Rotary International President
- - Registration is open (click here) - $100 through March 31; $140 after that
- - Blocks of hotel rooms for the conference have been booked and the links to those are below (see separate article).
 
Many more details are being worked out and will be released as they are finalized.
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The State of K-12 Education in Nebraska
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Understanding Cultures
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Upcoming Events
Mentoring Social Event, March 21st
University Towers
Mar 21, 2019
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
 
THe Gathering Place
Mar 27, 2019
4:45 PM – 6:00 PM
 
Anti-Human Trafficking Training for Rotarians
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Mar 30, 2019
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
 
2019 Salute to Business, Individual Registration
Apr 30, 2019
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
 
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Apr 30, 2019
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
 
Salute to Business
Apr 30, 2019
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
 
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