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This Week at Rotary July 24, 2018, David Young
Presiding Officer: Randy Bretz
Secretary: Christina Usher
Finemaster: Priscilla Henkelmann
Cashiers: Mike Renken & Trip Snyder
Greeters: Lisa Lee & Rod Bates
Speaker: David Young
 
Driverless Shuttle
The future of transportation has arrived in Lincoln, and many Rotarians have already stepped aboard. Our July 24 program will take a deep dive into the driverless shuttle, how they work and the plans that Lincoln has for them. David Young from the City of Lincoln will be our speaker. 
 
Newest Member, Bill Michener
Last week, Brian Wachman introduced our newest member Bill Michener, the Executive Director at Lighthouse. Bill, a former Kiwanian, has decided to move to the brighter side. Welcome to Rotary!
Bill with his Rotary sponsor Brian Wachman and President Randy
Our Powerhouse Greeters
On hand to serve as greeters during Miss USA's visit last week, were Past District Governors Sharon Wherry and Jim Mastera. We have openings for Greeters, please sign up here to serve as Greeter.
PDGs Jim Mastera and Sharon Wherry
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 
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. Please sign up here.
New Lunch Cards
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. If you wish to purchase your lunch cards online, please click here and claim your lunch card the next time you are at our meeting.
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.
 
 
Upcoming Events
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
 
Weekly Luncheon
Aug 21, 2018
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
NEOS Meeting
Chez SoDo
Aug 21, 2018
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
 
Weekly Luncheon
Aug 28, 2018
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
 
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