In the beginning…
President Sue opened the lively assembly of Rotarians and Guests with “Welcome to the Rotary Club of Ojai, the best Rotary Club I know!”
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by veteran, Jack Jacobs while Dave Watson gave the Inspirational message, quoting C. S. Lewis.
Visiting Rotarians and Guests
Lindsay McCrea was warmly welcomed. Lindsay is the President of the Ojai West Club for this year.
Guests included Ashle Fauvre, visiting her father, Fred. We welcomed Perry Van Houten from the Ojai Valley News and recent Living Treasure. Fern Barishman introduced Candace Delbo, local music director. Last but certainly not least, Joe Preciado, our Speaker for the day. Welcome to all!!
Thanks to:
Dr. Jerry Maryniuk and Bill Prather for room setup, tech, and IT help.
Kelley Rasmussen was our Greeter
Jack Jacobs for leading the Pledge of Allegiance
Dave Watson for the Insprational Moment
Carl Gross for Reminder Newsletter Editor
Kelley Rasmussen for the roving mic.
Gary Liptak for fining
Liz Sampson for her collection of ducats.
Dave Brubaker for beans counted.
And Jayne Cruise for the magnificent repast.
Upcoming events
Jeff Loebl presented a rather large check for $5000 from Vons to the Educational Foundation. This weekend is the grand reopening of Vons with prizes, entertainment, and promotions.
Ojai Day is Saturday, October 18th from 10-5 and we will have a booth. We need volunteers. Let Janet Campbell know if you can “Share Rotary” Let them know who we are and what we do.
Janet Campbell reported: “It’s back to the beach with our annual beach party at Larry Wilde and Dennis Guernsey’s home.” Mark your calendars for August 22nd from 5-8 PM. RSVP by August 15. This is our annual social with Rotary Club of Ojai West.
Please continue to send pictures of Club activities to Chris Williams.. He is doing a great job posting our activities on social media. Send to: cwilliams@livsir.com
Upcoming Programs-Fern Barishman
- 8/8 Keith Gosselin—Executive Director of Long Term Care Services: The ombudsman program
- 8/15 Adri Howe—Central Coast Horse Rescue
- 8/22 Beach Party Social
- 8/29 No meeting—Labor Day Weekend
Fining and Confessions
Gary Liptak led the monetary divestiture proceedings.
Bob Davis asked who is on the sponsorship committee for the Taste of Ojai. He pointed out that all our hands should be raised. He observed, “If you don’t ask, you don’t get.” Fern and Leah will help you.
Patricia Gates celebrated the arrival of a granddaughter.
Dave Brubaker let us know that “dues are due”. If you haven’t paid up this year, do so.
Terry Beckett was happy his wife is now home from the hospital.
The Q and A portion centered around what happened this day in history. Kelley and Chris were snagged.
The Program: Joe Preciado
President Sue introduced Seargent Preciado of the Ventura County Sheriffs.
Joe Preciado is a sergeant with the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office where he currently oversees all in-service training for his department. Joe has been with the Sheriff’s Office since 1993. His experience includes years in investigations, patrol, and instructor positions. Joe was selected to be an instructor for our Science-Based Interviewing course for two reasons, 1) his extensive investigative experience where he has conducted countless high-profile interviews and 2) his vast teaching experience.
His topic today was emergency preparedness. This is about assembling an emergency kit with essential items for surviving earthquakes, fires, floods, and other disasters. He recalled multiple instances in our Valley where planning and assembling a kit would would be critical for survival. Thanks, Joe for the timely information which may save lives and suffering.
Sue presented Joe with a box of citrus from Friend’s Ranch.
Final Thoughts:
President Sue closed the meeting with a quote from John Wayne:
“Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.”
