Kiwanis Club of Cheney Meeting Notes for May 29, 2014

Dear Kiwanians,

Keith opened the meeting. He noted we had a full house (almost 30 people with many guests).  The Secret Greeter was Bill Nations (though he didn’t know it)! 

Margie won the dollar draw.  The 25-cent draw went to Ted Nealy who was not present (so it carries over to the next meeting).

Part 2 of the Kiwanis One Day event is set for tonight at 5:30 pm at the Cheney Care Center – planting lots of flowers.

The Kiwanis Social Outing to the Theater-Dinner is set for May 3^rd.  The show is “Honestly Now.”  If interested, contact Keith.

Fred and the Kiwanis Club will also be selling cotton candy during the Rodeo Day Parade on Saturday, July 12^th.  Volunteers still needed.

Our participation in the Interclub event with the Kiwanis Club in Millwood went well last Tuesday with 5 Cheney Kiwanians participating.

Roger reminded everyone to mark their calendars for 12-14 September when Kiwanis Club will be manning the rest stop on I-90 Eastbound.

Roger wanted to thank the following Kiwanians for helping with the flower deliveries for Mother’s Day.  We raised $500!!

Fred and Keith emphasized the importance of everyone participating in the Child Protection training to be conducted during the June 26 Kiwanis Club meeting.  Please do not miss this meeting!

The next Board meeting is Monday, June 2^nd at 7 am.

The next Kiwanis Club meeting is set for June 5^th at 7 pm.  Steve will be the guest speaker addressing any or all three of the articles he recently had published online: Kim, Jong-un, Vladimir Putin, and/or the end of the GOP as we knew it.

We had two sets of guest speakers.  Vice Principal Jeff brought two students as Kiwanis "Students of the Month" representing the CHS drama club: Sarah (the director) and Logan.  The club is performing “Leading Ladies” at the Little Theater for the first time!  However, tonight is the final performance (7:30 pm).  Sarah is off to the College of Idaho, while Logan is off to Southern Oregon University – both majoring in theater.  Very interesting!

Fred brought Mike O’Connor who spoke to us about his business, “The Way of Business,” according to God.  The purpose of this non-profit organization is simply to educate people in Spokane about doing business.  It has been in existence for less than 2 years.

Respectfully, 

Steve

Kiwanis Club of Cheney Meeting Notes for May 22, 2014

Dear Kiwanians,

Keith opened the meeting. The Secret Greeter was Ted! 

Jerry Hilton won the dollar draw.  The 25-cent draw went to Kurt, who asked that the Cheney Museum get it.

I reported that the Golf Tournament is still scheduled for Saturday, June 7.  Previously, I passed around a sign-up sheet for volunteers on the day of the event (only three signed up!).  So, I am still looking for a couple of more volunteers….

Part 2 of the Kiwanis One Day event is set for May 29 at 5:30 pm at the Cheney Care Center – planting flowers.

The Kiwanis Social Outing to the Theater-Dinner is set for May 3^rd.  The show is “Honestly Now.”  If interested, contact Keith.

Cheney Mayfest went on May 16 from 5-9 pm.  Fred sold cotton candy at this event and raised $243!

Fred and the Kiwanis Club will also be selling cotton candy during the Rodeo Day Parade on Saturday, July 12^th.  Volunteers still needed for that, as well.

Our participation in the Interclub event is on Tuesday, May 27, at 7 am with the Kiwanis Club in Millwood.

There is a pizza party planned for May 22^nd at 4:30 pm at the Cheney Care Center.

Roger asked everyone to mark their calendars for 12-14 September when Kiwanis Club will be manning the rest stop on I-90 Eastbound.

Roger wanted to thank the following Kiwanians for helping with the flower deliveries for Mother’s Day:  Pat, Tom, Carl, Jerri, Ben, Tony, Vonice, Rande, and Marge…

Fred asked for approval to go to the District meeting to pitch the Mutual of Omaha’s Child Protect program to other Kiwanis clubs.  Of course, everyone agreed.

Instead of the Child Protection Guidelines presentation, Mayor Tom Trulove spoke to the club members about the City of Cheney.  As always, he was very interesting!

-          Highway 904 expansion to 4 lanes is now #2 on the state transportation bill.  However, this bill may not get approved this year.

-          The status of the historic train depot is still undecided.

-          The city may hire a new administrator by July 1^st.

-          The 50-acre park on the east side of town should be completed by the end of the summer.  The city anticipates many tournaments to be hosted there, bringing in revenue for the city and local businesses.

-          There was a discussion about refurbishing the current city pool or to develop a water park.

-          With the 4-lane expansion, prospects for the Industrial Park will improve significantly.   As for the marijuana hydroponics plant, that has little chance of being funded (up front costs are too expensive).

Respectfully, 

Steve

 

Kiwanis Club of Cheney Meeting Notes for May 8, 2014

Dear Kiwanians,

Keith opened the meeting. The Secret Greeter was Vonice (yet again)!  I was sitting close to her,but not right next to her as in the past. 

Vonice (aka Cheney Outreach) won the 50/50 dollars (yet again!)

It was Kirk’s 64th birthday - and we sang (with vigor!).

The Easter Egg Hunt on April 19^th was a big success.  However, we expended $306 on various items.  On the other hand, we collected $112 in donations during the event!

I reported that the Golf Tournament is scheduled for Saturday, June 7.  Roger made up several posters to be disseminated by myself and Fred.  I took a couple to the golf course and to the Cheney Federal Credit Union, which is the event corporate sponsor.  I passed around a sign-up sheet for volunteers on the day of the event (only three signed up!).

Part 2 of the Kiwanis One Day event is set for May 29 at 5:30 pm at the Cheney Care Center – planting flowers.

The Kiwanis Social Outing to the Theater-Dinner is set for May 3^rd.  The show is “Honestly Now.”  If interested, contact Keith.

Cheney Mayfest is set for May 16 from 5-9 pm.  Fred will be selling cotton candy at this event as a fundraiser and membership drive.  Volunteers are still needed.

Fred and the Kiwanis Club will also be selling cotton candy during the Rodeo Day Parade on Saturday, July 12^th.  Volunteers still needed for that, as well.

Our participation in the Interclub event is on May 27 at 7 am with the Kiwanis Club in Millwood.

There is a pizza party planned for May 22^nd at 4:30 pm at the Cheney Care Center.

Mother’s Day Flower deliveries are this weekend!  See Roger if you are interested in delivering flowers!

Tom reported that the Board Meeting went as scheduled, though many people forgot to go.  In any case, the main issue under discussion is reverting the first meeting of the month back to a morning meeting as very few people are attending at night….

The next regular club meeting is Thursday, May 15th at 5:30 pm.  Keith reminded everyone that the meeting on May 22^nd will be only about Child Protection Guidelines.  Everyone needs to attend!

Our guest speaker was Deb Clements, the Cheney School District Superintendent.  Deb was there to talk about the new school building plans coming up over the next few years, beginning with the Cheney High School (CHS). In March, the school district had 4,028 students – which is almost exactly what was projected.  CHS had over 1,200 students (270 in the graduating class).  The high school has no performing arts center, and the cafeteria is far too small.  So, starting in 2015, building will begin to expand the high school significantly.     

Respectfully, 

Steve