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Major Project Proposals due October 1
The Rotary Club of Cadillac is now accepting proposals for the 2022 Annual Rotary Auction Major Project. 
Proposals must be submitted by October 1, 2021, at 4 PM. 
 
The proposals will be evaluated on the following criteria:
1. Helping make our community a better place in which to live
2. Benefit a large cross-section of residents of our community
3. Be a visible tribute to the Rotary Club of Cadillac Spirit of community
4. Be a lasting contribution to future generations of our community
5. Help unite the Rotary Club of Cadillac members to work for a common goal
6. Be funded in whole or part by the Rotary Club of Cadillac Auction and, if possible, provide an opportunity for a
club member to individually lend their expertise to carry out the project.
7. Be maintained or operated by a responsible partner outside of Rotary
 
Major Project Requirement:
Chosen project the organization must work with the Rotary Auction Committee to attend Auction Committee meetings, secure auction items, promote the event, event planning, pick up and deliver items, set up and tear down, etc., to ensure a successful event.
 
Full list of criteria and contact information:  CLICK HERE
 
 
 
Rotary's White Pine Ride
3rd Annual Rotary White Pine Ride
October 2, 2021
About the ride go to:  https://whitepineride.com/ 
Register at:  https://www.bikereg.com/rotary-club-of-cadillac-white-pine-ride

Registration includes meal, rest stop snacks, and shirt

$40 Individual
$35 each for groups of three or more

Enjoy this fun family-oriented ride on one of Michigan’s most scenic paved rail trails, including the recently paved section from LeRoy to Reed City.  
Proceeds from the ride will be divided equally:

50 percent to the White Pine trailhead and other trail amenities
50 percent to Rotary Club of Cadillac charities

Manton Library Update
Thank you Linda Kimbel for giving us an update on the Manton Library project. 
 
Governor Visit
6290 District Governor Gary Chenoweth visit!
 
Steve Osborn was awarded recognition for his service as Rotaract Chair at the District level by Governor Chenoweth and 
Susan presented Steve his pin for his contributions to the Paul Harris Foundation.  CONGRATS!!
Jon Catlin Recognized for Service
Jon Catlin receiving has Past District Governor Pin and his Ruby Paul Harris pin in recognition for 7 years of giving.  Jon also announced he has taken a position with Isabella Bank in Mt. Pleasant.  We are losing an outstanding Rotary member, community member, and friend.  We wish Jon the Best of Luck! 
 
District Governor Visit 
Just a reminder!
2021/2022 District Governor Gary Chenoweth will be present at our Tuesday, July 13th meeting. 
 
 
Jon's Roast 
Wednesday, June 30th was Jon Catlin’s last official day as District Governor of 6290. 
Jon’s year was no ordinary year; he attended virtual club meetings, joined clubs at fundraiser events, worked with clubs on service projects, and even
visited other districts in Michigan.
A Virtual Roast celebration at Evergreen included past district governors, district presidents, family, and club members.
Thank you for your year of service to Rotary as District Governor! 
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Rotary President through a Pandemic
Randy’s last meeting as Rotary President was June 29; before he handed over the gavel, he focused on the highlights and successes of his year in a pandemic.  The success of our Annual Auction, Great Lake Clean-up, hosting the District Conference, virtual meetings, Scholarships for CAPS students, Pint for Polio, and Strive 5k Run/Walk. 
 
Randy also honored Mike Kelso as our IT person, Susan Dennis for her dedication to a successful Rotary Auction, Mark Lagerwey as past President, Jessi Holly as secretary, and his board members.  Randy was happy to announce we gained four new members this year and presented a Paul Harris pin to John MacLeod, with two sapphires recognizing his donations. 

It was not an ordinary year; Randy worked hard to keep the club informed and connected.  As of July 1, 2021, Susan Dennis will be the 2021/2022 Rotary Club of Cadillac President. 
Congratulations, Randy, for a year well done!
 
We're Back!
 
Tuesday, June 29 Rotary Club members returned to Evergreen for their lunch meeting. 
It was nice to see everyone!
 
Rotary Awards
 
 
Paul Harris Fellow/Multiple Paul Harris Fellow (www.rotary.org)
Donors of $1,000 or more to the Annual Programs Fund, PolioPlus, or the Humanitarian Grants Program, or people who have that amount contributed in their name, can be recognized as Paul Harris Fellows. Each new Paul Harris Fellow receives a commemorative certificate and a pin.
Deb Ballard was awarded the Paul Harris Fellowship Pin for her volunteerism to Rotary.  Ed VanAlst was awarded the Two Sapphire Pin for his contribution of over $3000. 
 
 
 
Upcoming Rotary Schedule
We are all looking forward to having our meetings face to face!
 
June 22 – Noon | Community Service Day at Wexford-Osceola Habitat for Humanity
Cleaning, painting, and arranging at the ReStore
June 29- Noon at Evergreen | Handing over the Gavel! 
June 30 – 6:30 PM Evergreen Resort | Installation and Celebration of District 6290
July 1 –Noon at Evergreen | New Beginnings | Service Chair Introductions
July 13 – Noon at Evergreen | District Governors Visit
July 20 – Noon at Evergreen | Update on the Manton Library Project
Rotary Silver Finish Sharing The Heart Of Rotary Lapel Pin - Rotary Club Supplies - Russell Hampton Company
Rotary Fun Golf
Tuesday, June 8th was Rotary Fun Golf 
Team Truth with a score of 34 took the win! (Randy, Glen, Jeff, Kathy)
Longest Drive (Men) Jeff 
Longest Drive (Women) Kathy 
Closest to the Pin (Men) Bob
Closest to the Pin (Women) Lisa
 
Funny Golf Pictures Clip Art - Funny PNG
 
 
 
Strive For S.T.R.I.D.E. 5K
CACF Youth Advisory Students & Rotary Interact Students volunteered to do the
Strive for S.T.R.I.D.E. 5K Color Run on Memorial Day!
 
Clam River Greenway Cleanup
Great Lakes Watershed Cleanup Initiative | Cleaning up our Lakes, Streams, & Waterways!
Saturday, April 24th, Rotary members, Interact Club students, Youth Advisory Students, parents, and Chamber staff worked together to clean the Clam River Greenway. 
This was to coincide with Earth Day April 22.
Over one billion people worldwide working on projects together in their communities on Earth Day.  Trash, plastics, and other littered items plague our waterways. 
This trash poses a threat to terrestrial and aquatic life, often becomes microplastics and harmful toxins, and pollutes one of the most precious and limited natural resources.
Great Lakes Watershed Cleanup Initiative
Great Lakes Watershed Cleanup Initiative
To coincide with Earth Day April 22, Rotary Club of Cadillac, Interact & Rotaract Clubs, Friends and Spouses
are invited to help clean the Clam River Greenway, on April 24, 9AM (rain date May 1)
 
Rotary Stride for S.T.R.I.V.E. 5K
Start Time: 8:30am EDT
End Time: 10:30am EDT
 
Thank you to our sponsors!
 
Major Sponsors:
Dynamic Physical Therapy & TCF Bank
 
Sponsors:
Baker College Cadillac
City to Shore Realty Cadillac
Coffey Insurance Agency
Dental Health Professionals
Edward Jones/Amy C. Schmid
4 Front Credit Union
 
In-Kind Sponsors:
Cadillac Public Schools
Don's Auto Clinic
Rexair LLC
Two Forces Integrated Training Center 


 
 
Rotary Auction 
Thank you Rotary Auction Committee, Volunteers, donors, sponsors, and Deb!  
Special thanks to Susan and Traci for special for stepping up to chair the auction. 
The Auction raised $34,246
Rotary Auction Sponsors!
Medal of Honor!
 
 
Purple Heart Sponsors!
 
Jim Meier
You need an experienced negotiator on your side that cares as much about your investment as you do.
 
 
Dave & Kathy McCurdy - Friends of ROTARY!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Bronze Star Sponsors!
 
 
The DK Design Group has worked successfully with a number of consulting engineers.
 
 
Northern Michigan physical therapy center.
 
 
MEYER VETERINARY CLINIC
At Meyer Veterinary Clinic we pride ourselves on having a friendly, highly trained, and compassionate staff. 
 
 
Allergy & Asthma Specialists of Cadillac 
Our office is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive, and the highest of quality care for all patients who seek our care.
 
 
Betten Baker Chevrolet Buick
 
 
 
 
February Speakers
Tuesday, February 16 - Highspeed Rail 
Tuesday, February 23 - Kim Manuel, PMP, Business Transformation Specialist
 
Tuesday, March 2 - Rotary Auction
Tuesday, March 9 - Tom Vine & Bob Jones, Helping Small Businesses 
 

 
CAPS Interact Students 
Cadillac High School Rotary Interact Club Students are staying busy volunteering!  
This week they were at the CAPS Kids Closet located at the CAPS Central Office. 
2021 Virtual Rotary Auction!
2021 Rotary Club of Cadillac   
Join us for our 36th Annual Virtual (Online) Rotary Auction
Saturday, March 6 through Saturday, March 13 at noon
 
      Honoring all who served………….. 

Rotary Club of Cadillac is proud to announce its 2021 major fund-raiser. 
The Veterans Park is where veterans can go year-round to build community, feel at ease, and heal. The (VSV) Veterans Park is a 501c3 nonprofit organization,
located at 3740 41 Rd, Cadillac.  The vision is to create a community space that supports local veterans and brings our community closer together. 
The park will feature a 5k cross country course, open-air pavilion, chapel, botanical gardens, guest cabins, and memorials. 
With the community and businesses' support, we can make the VSV Park Pavilion a reality! 
to scan the QR Code Below: 
Family Packages
Pamper me packages
Car care packages
$2000 Dental Implant
Military Camo Net/Gray & White
Golf Packages
Kayaks w/ Paddles
and much much more!
 
Check Back and Bid Often!
If your business would like to be a sponsor of the 2021 Rotary Online Auction, please download the sponsorship form,
if you would like to make a donation to the auction, please download the donation form. 
 
 
CHS Rotary Interact 
CHS Rotary Interact Club made blankets and bought stuffed animals to donate to the Cadillac City Police,
Wexford County Police Department, and the Oasis Shelter.  “We wanted to be able to give back to the
community during these challenging times.  Unfortunately, Breakfast with Santa was canceled this year,
but we figured we could share some cheer with homemade blankets and stuffed animals,”
said President of the Interact Club Isabella Peccia.
Holiday Fun!
A reminder that we will be meeting tomorrow, Tuesday 12/29, from 12-1 pm via Zoom (link is below).  This will not be a typical meeting and instead will be a fun, holiday get-together.  This is what we have planned: 
 
1) Wear your ugly sweater or holiday PJ's - We will have a contest to vote on the ugliest (or simply your favorite) holiday sweater/PJs.  So if you have one please make sure to dig it out of the closest...you may be the winner.  
 
2) Holiday quizzes - We will have two quizzes (one on Christmas and one on New Year traditions around the World).  These will be electronic through Kahoot.  If you have not used Kahoot before this is a great platform to compete against each other in a fun way.  You will need your phone or you can use your computer.  
 
3) Time for fellowship - Would like to end the meeting spending time talking with each other - holidays, reflections on 2020 and the year ahead, etc.  
 
I know this is a busy time and that many of you are taking some time to unwind/relax before the New Year.  However, I do hope you can join us to spend some time together and have a little fun.
 
Randy
 
Cadillac Rotary Club is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Cadillac Rotary meeting
Time: Dec 29, 2020 12:00 PM
 
Meeting ID: 824 1772 4688
Passcode: 487756
One tap mobile 1-301-715-8592
December 8th Meeting 
Casey Boyer of Edward Jones will update us on the CARES Act

What the CARES Act means for your charitable giving

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to help combat the far-reaching impacts of COVID-19. The bill provides increased tax incentives for charitable giving for both individuals and corporations, signifying an intent to stimulate philanthropy throughout America.

Important Meeting Information 
Due to the new restrictions and to ensure the safety and well-being of our members the board has decided to cease in-person meetings and move to virtual meetings, effective tomorrow, 11/17 through the end of December.  The board will discuss the next steps for the new year after December 8 when the epidemic order expires.  I know as Rotarians we really enjoy the fellowship of meeting and seeing each other in person.  However, safety has to be our number one priority.  I know this is a difficult time but I am confident as a club we will weather the storm and continue to serve our community the best that we can.  
 
Topic: Cadillac Rotary meeting
Time: Nov 17, 2020 12:00 PM
        Every week on Tue, until Dec 29, 2020, 7 occurrence(s)
        Nov 17, 2020 12:00 PM

        Dec 1, 2020 12:00 PM
        Dec 8, 2020 12:00 PM
        Dec 15, 2020 12:00 PM
 
 
Meeting ID: 824 1772 4688
Passcode: 487756
One tap mobile 1-301-715-8592
Upcoming Speakers
November 3 - Students from CAPS talk about how COVID has impacted them.
November 17 - Susan Dennis & Traci Warner, 2021 Annual Rotary Auction
November 24 - No Meeting, Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!  
Chamber Update
Meet CAITLYN BERARD, DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP, CADILLAC AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The Chamber has been a few changes in the past year but now is ready to connect the business community with new opportunities. 
Check out their new web site at:  www.cadillac.org 
Join one of their upcoming VIRTUAL events: Rise Up! Cadillac - November 11, Wind Down, December 3
 
October 20, 2020 Meeting
Tuesday, October 20th, meeting will be working at the Veterans Serving Veterans Park.  
 
Park Address: 3740 S 41 Rd, Cadillac, MI 49601
Please dress according to work outside.  
 
Hope to see you there! 
Meeting Rusty McKellar
Rusty McKellar is one of the newest Rotary Members,
he is the General Manager/CEO of Cadillac Fabrications. 

 
Rotary Lunch speaker Dr. Whelan

Dr. James Whelan joined Rotary today to talk about the FitKids 360 Program. 
The Program combines basic education about nutrition, behavior, and exercises
with a wide range of physical activities to help participants develop healthy habits,
eat better, and become more active. 

 
Read more...
Rotary's White Pine Ride 
Join Rotary & Friends at the White Pine Ride, September 12th!!

Choose from four rides, all rides start in the Downtown Cadillac City Park any time during the morning:

  • 12-mile to 48 Road and back (Turtle Pond Family Cruise)
  • 24-mile to Tustin and back (Tustin Pleasure Peddler)
  • 58-mile to Reed City and back (Reed City Ride)
  • 83-mile to Big Rapids and back (Tough Enough Tour)
The ride will provide Rest stops with healthy snacks and support and gear provided.
Registration includes a lunch box, rest stop snacks, and shirt.

Ride Registration Rates:

  • $40 Individual
  • $35 each for groups of three or more
White Pine Ride website:  https://whitepineride.com/
 
Rotary Meeting UPDATE 
Attention Rotary Members, Visitors, and Students
July 22 through September 30
Rotary Club lunch meetings will be held on Wednesdays
from 12-1 at The Market, in the Cadillac Commons
Meeting Dates:
July 22
August 5
August 19
September 2
September 16
September 30
 
Donate your Lunch Money
Rotary International has a shortfall of $15 million in its $50-million worldwide goal to End Polio Now. Currently, only 9 percent of Rotarians have given to End Polio. To maximize RI's 2-to-1 match from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
 
 If everyone gives $10 or more, RI should reach its goal.
 
District Governor Installation Ceremony
Virtual District Governor Installation 
Rotary International District 6290 and the Rotary Club of Cadillac cordially invite you the District Governor Installation Ceremony of
Jon Catlin,
Tuesday, June 30, 2020, at 7 pm
Hostess & Master of Ceremonies, Kathy Hegedus

Also presenting, Rotary Club of Cadillac President Mark Lagerwey and Rotary Club of Cadillac incoming President Randy Hill 

Zoom Link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88380872475?pwd=a3k5YUpBcWRQL0QxL09QOEVORytFdz09

Meeting ID: 883 8087 2475

Password: 824889

Moble #:  1-301-715-8592  

Interact Students
In 2019 the Interact Students adopted Pocket Park in Downtown Cadillac.
Since then, they have pulled weeds and added 36 bags of mutch, next, flower pots, and succulent plants.
 
Interact Students 
Thank you Rotary Interact Students for donating blood!
Amid the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing measures,
had caused a shortage of blood last month, but due to donors stepping up,
there is no longer a shortage. :)
Join us on ZOOM!
Rotary Club of Cadillac is now meeting by ZOOM!
Emails will be sent out with a ZOOM link!
Upcoming Meetings:  May 12 & 16 | Cocktail Hour:  May 19 & June 12
Tips for looking your best on a Zoom Call..
It’s best to start with lighting because that will dictate where you are sitting. Open up your shades and let the natural light pour in, but don’t
let all that light hit your back. There is one, and only one, acceptable camera angle: head-on and at eye level.
Most of us don’t have a great deal of control over audio, but you’ll sound better if you take a call in a quiet place.
Start with a comfortable place to sit or stand for a long period of time. Although I like to sit on my bed, I found that sitting crossed leg for more than
20 minutes is not comfortable for me, so I moved my video call setup to my standing desk.
You want to show up to your meeting already looking good so that you’re not adjusting your surroundings, screen brightness, angle, or hair live for everyone to see. 
Note from our Rotary President
Hello, Rotary Club of Cadillac Members!
In these days of uncertainty, one thing is certain: We need to stay connected with each other!   
 
Rotary Club of Cadillac currently meets every other week on Zoom and we invite you to join us! Our next meetings are scheduled for May 12 and 26. 
If you can't join for a meeting, how about a Happy Hour?  We are holding those on the alternating Tuesdays at 5 p.m. The next ones will be May 19 and June 2. 
Members are emailed links for all Zoom meetings.
  
The pandemic hasn't stopped us from holding our Next White Pine Ride or celebrating our 100th anniversary either! Watch for more details on the ride scheduled for Saturday, September 12, and the Centennial Celebration scheduled for October 1 at the downtown market. 
 
Mark
 
Kalkaska Flag
Jon Catlin presenting the Kalkaska Club flag to President Mark!
 
Interact Students
Interact of Cadillac High School volunteer at Breakfast with Santa!
2020 Rotary's Annual Auction Project
Rotary Club of Cadillac voted today, December 3, with a clear majority of 69 percent of voting members to dedicate the 2020 Annual Auction fundraiser to the Veteran's Serving Veterans Pavilion Project. We will allocate 75 percent of the auction proceeds to this project. Many thanks to all who presented this and other worthy projects to our club. We are looking forward to working together on this very worthwhile project.
 
An Early Christmas Gift 
November 26, 2019
Today the club collected nearly $800 to give to help Joy purchase a much-needed computer. It was an early Happy Christmas
for our exchange student and afterward, we celebrated with a club photo.
Major Project Update
Important Update:
In preparation for its annual auction fundraiser, the Rotary Club of Cadillac will be reviewing three major project proposals at its next three meetings. After hearing the proposals the club will vote to decide the project to support this fundraiser.  The vote will take place on November 26. 
  •    Nov. 12: Rotary Pavilion Shoreline Stabilization and Walkway Bridge: Asking for funding toward $268,720 project; Speaker John Wallace
  •    Nov. 19: Cadillac Wexford Public Library Roof Replacement: Asking for funding toward $300,000 project; Speaker Tracy Logan
  •    Nov. 26: Veteran’s Serving Veterans Picnic Pavilion Project: Asking for funding toward $140,000 project Speaker Roger Bandeen
     Note: The final project will receive 75% of the proceeds from the 2020 Rotary Annual Auction. 
November is Rotary Foundation Month
The collective leadership and expertise of our 1.2 million members helps us tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges, locally and globally. We are united by common values and vision for the future as we sharpen our focus with targeted specific causes that will reach communities most in need.
For more than 100 years, our guiding principles have been the foundation upon which our values and tradition stand. The Four-Way Test, Object of Rotary, and the Avenues of Service express our commitment to service, fellowship, diversity, integrity, and leadership.
October 24 World Polio Day 
Thank you for your contribution during World Polio Day!!
Since 1988, we’ve seen a worldwide reduction in polio cases of 99.9%. For more than two years, we’ve seen wild polio cases in only two countries, Afghanistan and Pakistan.  
White Pine Ride Donation 
 
 
Kory Kusick one of our newest Rotarians, presented a
check from GEO Group, Inc. to the White Pine Ride. 
Thank you Kory!
Year-end Treasurer's Report from John Bishop
Posted by Mark Lagerwey on Sep 11, 2019
John Bishop of Baird, Cotter and Bishop presented the club with the annual report showing that the Cadillac Rotary Club gifted more than $100,000 to the community during the fiscal year ending June 30. These donations were made from two separate areas:
1. General budget. The club's charitable donations from the general budget included $28,000 to install American flags on the Cadillac West Causeway and $32,000 to help fund improvements at The Wex. Those donations were the result of club fundraisers including the Annual Auction and Stride for Strive Memorial Day race. The club also donated $5,000 for cultural arts programs and $2,800 for youth exchange programs.
2. Foundation. The club's endowed fund -- a fund that has grown to more than $1.7 million thanks to multiple donations over the years -- donated $55,000 to various entities including $10,000 for Cadillac Area Public Schools Forest View Play Equipment, $9,000 for the Cadillac Area Public Schools weight room, $10,000 for Wexford County Historical Museum roof repairs, $9,500 to the Single Track Sisters Fat Bike group, $6,500 for scholarships for graduating senior, $3,500 for Silent Observer, and $2,500 for the CACF Imagination Library.
Rotary's White Pine Ride was a Success!
Rotary Club of Cadillac - First-ever White Pine Ride was a Success!   Over 100 Cyclists participate in first White Pine Ride Saturday morning with a nice, long bike ride. 
Bikers of all ages and skill levels took part in a 12, 24, 58 or 83-mile trip.  Riders were welcomed at four rest stops (Hobart, Tustin, Reed City, & Big Rapids) along the way. 
The farthest ride was to Big Rapids and back.  When riders returned, they enjoyed lunch, friends, and music at The Market.  Proceeds from the ride will be split between Rotary and
the White Pine Trail Fund.  A BIG thank you to our sponsors, Big Rapids & Reed City for hosting a rest area) volunteers, committee, and cyclists.  
Rotary's Major Project 
                                                                               
Attention Non-profits!
Rotary Club of Cadillac is now accepting proposals for funding a Major Community Project,
proposals are due October 15th, 2019, must be received by 5 pm.
Click Here for Major Project Criteria to submit your application via paper form or Click Here To Submit Online. If you should have any questions, please call or email Traci. 
Email: traciwarner@ymail.com
Call:  231-878-3156
 
Rotary Club of Cadillac is very grateful for the many contributors over the years.  The auction fund-raiser has enabled 
Rotary to donate nearly two million dollars to community projects.   
District Governor Dave Thomas Visit to Cadillac Rotary
District 6290 Governor Dave Thomas met with the Cadillac Rotary Board to talk
about Club Goals, Rotary Foundation, and the importance of having fun!
 
Following the board meeting, Governor Thomas enjoyed lunch with the Rotary Club Membership.
His message was, Rotary is like a car, we come in different sizes, colors, shapes and we do not
all live the same lives.  Rotary is a family, and we take care of each other.
 
ROTARY'S latest new member, Welcome  Kory Kusick!
 
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President
Susan Dennis
President-Elect
Jessica Holly
Secretary
Jessica Holly
Treasurer
Robert Marcus
IPP
Randy Hill
Youth Exchange Officer
Amy Gibbs
Club Service
Casey Boyer
International Service
Glenn Verbrugge
Vocational Service
Randy Hill
Youth Services
Amy Gibbs
Public Relations Chair
Jessica Holly
Charitable Requests
Jim Meier
World Community Service
Glenn Verbrugge