BERCM Chronological Meeting Listings
Date - Agenda - Pictures - Comments
January 2003 - Present Meetings

Jump January 2001 - December 2001 Meetings
Jump January 2002 - December 2002 Meetings

 

1-13-2003 "Club Service" President Curt Wooley, Polio Plus - John Pennypacker, Linda Akins Mesa HS Mentoring.
Meeting Summary - Observations
Several concepts were explored to stimulate BERCM growth. Hal to arrange a meeting with Al Winn to enlist his support to increase membership.

3-3-2003

"2nd Anniversary - Charter Day March 5, 2001 " New Member - Al Winn
Meeting Summary - Observations
Initial BERCM Rotary Vocational Scholarship - EVIT Thomas Contraus, Welding. ROTORACT at ASU - John Beckman President (Intel)

3-10-2003

"Rotary Group Study (GSE) Exchange" Doug Woodward - 2001 - Malaysia
Meeting Summary - Observations
Doug provided a general overview of GSE activity within District 5510. John Pennypacker summarized the 3-9 "Planes, Trains,.. activity.

3-17-2003

"Club Service day" Finn Waaramaa presented a proposal that would enhance Rotary membership
Meeting Summary - Observations
Finn presented a proposed "Org"chart whereby BERCM would assume the leadership for all Boeing Community Affairs activities. Mary Baldwin will coordinate with other orgs.

3-31-2003

"Club Service Day" Curt summarized Club 2002/3 Goals/Status
Meeting Summary - Observations
Several excellent "starts" have been accomplished. e.g. Mentoring @ Mesa HS; $2,000 vocational scholarship awarded; Polio Plus contributions slightly ahead; ...;

4-7-2003

"Club Service Day" John Pennypacker, Past President conducted Mtg.
Meeting Summary - Observations
Status was reported and discussed for a variety of club activities.

4-14-2003

"Club Service Day" Incoming President Rich Guin presented his strategic planning charts.
Meeting Summary - Observations
Rich's charts will be circulated to all members for comments and suggestions.

4-21-2003

"What Kind Of Person Are You?" Cherie Natress gave us a good time.
Meeting Summary - Observations
We have all had "personal profiles" before, however, Cherie conducted the session with a lot of class! Enjoyed by all!

4-28-2003

"Library Dealings - Pornography" Patsy Hansel, Head Librarian Mesa Public Libraries.
Meeting Summary - Observations
Rich's charts will be circulated to all members for comments and suggestions.

5-5-2003

"Club Business" Plans were made for the upcoming Memorial Day Mtg. 5/12
Meeting Summary - Observations
The Memorial Day speaker will be Jack Hawkins, USN Retired, 42 years in subs. Skippered diesel and nuclear (boomer) subs.

5-12-2003

"Submarines As A Nuclear Deferent" Jack Hawkins, Captain USN Retired, member Sun Lakes RC
Meeting Summary - Observations
Jack Hawkins surveyed subs from the mid 40's thru the mid 70's. He provided very informative handouts and showed an excellent movie. GREAT talk from a GREAT Vet & Rotarian!

6-9-2003

"Care for Life" The story of a Mesa couple trying to make a difference in Mozambique, African
Meeting Summary - Observations

The club was treated to a wonderful story of a Mesa couple addressing the needs of individuals in Mozambique. Web page: www.careforlife.org
gives details, how to help, ..., .

6-23-2003

"Character First" Dr. Roberta Diaz, Principal Johnson Elementary School. A program whos time has come-schools,bus, cities.
Meeting Summary - Observations

The club was treated once again to a GREAT new initiative - building CHARACTER like it was 50 years ago. Respect for and appreciation of leaders, teachers, parents, ... .

6-30-2003

"Coronation Day" Rich Guin sworen in as BERCM's 3rd President. GO RICH!!!
Meeting Summary - Observations

A GREAT TIME was had by all! Rich in tern swore in Finn Warramaa and Everette Woods, President Elect and Secretary rspectively.

7-7-2003

"President's Goals" Rich Guin outlined his 7 key goals for Rotary YR 03/04
Meeting Summary - Observations

Membership retention and increase is highest priority. Expansion of the Mesa HS "Mentoring" program is a key item

7-14-2003

"Neighborhood Watch" Ann Scott, Watch Captain, Mesa neighborhood
Meeting Summary - Observations

Ann described what works and doesn't work, what is required to organize and maintain an effective program, and what it takes to be "proactive" in lieu of "reactive".

7-21-2003

"Informal Club Service Day"President Rich Guin
Meeting Summary - Observations

Club 2003/4 Goals/ and Mission Statement were discussed. Foundation Grant options were outlined. Web links for added info. delineated.

7-28-2003

"Informal Club Service Day"President Elect Finn Waaramaa
Meeting Summary - Observations

Finn discussed his plans to make the Club's Initiative 2.1 the focal point for program improvements and club membership increase.

8-4-2003 "Mediation" Boeing's Lisa McCain - Potential MUSD JHS BERCM CS program
Meeting Summary - Observations

Lisa outlined her thoughts concerning the establishment of a "Peer Mediation" option for MPS JHS students. An excellent BERCM prg.

8-11-2003 "Club Service Day" Rich, after discussion changed the club's meeting day to Fridays, same location/time.
Meeting Summary - Observations

All Disctrict fees paid. $200 submitted to Paul Harris fund. Final coordination underway establishing BERCM as Boeing's lead for Cummunity Service Day.

10-6-2003 "DG's Official Visit" DG Greg Podd, conducts mtg and tours Apache line
Meeting Summary - Observations

Additionally, Incoming DG Gary Whiting, DG Elect Lucinda Pyne visit. Janice Roedel installed as new member

8-16-2004 "DG's Official Visit" DG Gary Whiting presents his agenda.
Meeting Summary - Observations

Additionally, President Finn reveives "Choices Champion" award 2003-4. John Pennypacker receives a Rotoract award.