President Dudley Thompson
Call to Order – President Dudley Thompson
President Dudley Thompson called the 5,357th Civic Thursday meeting to order at 12:30 pm and welcomed those in the California Ballroom, as well as those attending online.
Benjamin Madley
Speaker for the Day - Benjamin Madley
Past President Robert Kidd introduced our speaker, Professor Benjamin Madley. Professor Madley is an historian and expert on Native America, the United States and genocide. His extensive research is recorded in his book, An American Genocide. He reported that between 1846 and 1873, the Native American population in California declined from 150,000 to 30,000. The California Gold Rush stirred vigilante violence. The Federal Government negotiated treaties in the mid 1800’s and 119 tribes were recognized. But state and federal government spent at least $1.7 million on the broad societal, political and judicial campaigns that supported genocide. Today there are 109 tribes in California.
Kim Cohn
Thought for the Day - Kim Cohn
Kim Cohn shared a thought for the day from Ray Charles: “What is a soul? It’s like electricity – we don’t really know what it is, but it’s a force than can light a room.”
Visiting Rotarians and Guests
Past President and Past District Governor Ed Jellen admitted there were no visiting Rotarians in the ballroom or on zoom. Two guests of members were introduced.
Lloyd MacDonald
In Memoriam - Lloyd MacDonald
President Dudley announced the passing this week of Past President Lloyd MacDonald and asked for a moment of silence in his memory. Lloyd joined the Club in 1960 and was President in 1980-81. While he was a staunch supporter of raising funds to support Oakland Rotary Endowment and community projects, he also saw the need to encourage “hand-on” involvement by members. His motto for the year was “The Time to Serve” and his foresight launched the ultimate creation key projects including House Building, Camp Enterprise (now Enterprise Institute) and World Community Service in Central America.
New Member Inductions - Kristen Cook and Ed Brail
Pres. Dudley revealed that today is new member sponsor Derreck Johnson’s birthday. With that he led the group in an abbreviated version of the “Happy Birthday” song.
Derreck Johnson introduced new Rotarian, Kristen Cook. Kristen works for AB&I Foundry. He revealed two fun facts: she loves shoes, and she is an incredible single mother of one son.
Isaac Kos-Read introduced new Rotarian, Ed Brail. Ed is manager of Chapel of the Chimes Oakland. He previously worked in Glendale, CA. Welcome Kristen and Ed!
Activities and Opportunities
HOPE Committee
Teresa Weyand, HOPE (Help Oakland Pupils Excel) Committee Chair, gave an update on activities and needs. Before starting her report, she took a moment to answer the question Pres. Dudley asks: why did you join Rotary and what motivates you now. Teresa revealed that because of Rotary she believes she has become a better person. HOPE is currently mentoring seven students throughout their high school years. She gave of brief sketch of each mentee and mentor. The Committee needs additional mentors for students. Contact Teresa at tweyand@wynlaw.com for more information.
Laney College Food Pantry
Karen Friedman announced great news that the Food Pantry operated at Laney College is back in business starting October 5th after being shut down by the pandemic. All food is now pre-bagged, each with 13 or so items. Volunteers are needed to put together 200-250 bags of food.
She needs 8 – 10 volunteers. Contact Karen at ktfriedman@gmail.com if you can help in this very vital activity.
Rotary District 5170 Avenues of Service
Past District Governor Ed Jellen invited members to attend the annual District 5170 Avenues of Service conference. This year it will take place in two sessions. On September 30th from 5:00 – 8:00 pm the breakout sessions will be via Zoom. On Saturday, October 2nd, the sessions will be in person as well as live streaming from 10:30 am – 2:15 pm at Alameda County Fair Amphitheatre, Pleasanton. There is no cost for the Sept. 30th session. Cost for the in-person October 2nd session is $50. Our club will reimburse members for the registration cost. Register in advance on the Rotary District 5170 website home page.
Business Development Committee
Jesse Schmidt, Business Development Committee Chair, presented an update on the committee. He invited Rotarian leaders of nonprofit organizations, businesses, and others with a business interest to join the committee. The committee is hosting a Summer Sunset Mixer in honor of National Small Business Week on September 30th, 5:30-7:30 pm at the home of Keith Uriarte. Jason Wizelman is sponsoring the event. Interested Rotarians are asked to RSVP via the Club website, Events page.
Cocktails with the President
Ruth Stroup announced the next Cocktails with the President will celebrate Oktoberfest on Thursday, October 7th. Join fellow Rotarians, President Dudley, and guests at Hofkuche, 478 25th St. at 5:30 pm. Rotarians are encouraged to invite potential members to join the fun.
Wine Bottle Raffle Winner
Winner of the final bottle of wine donated by Karen Friedman turned out to be Mike Bruck. Pres. Dudley pulled the winning raffle ticket off the floor by the podium after tossing all of them in the air – with due flair!
Bell Ringers
Teresa Weyand rang the bell for Jack McAboy, founder of the HOPE program.
Gary Flaxman rang the bell for Teresa Weyand and Jack McAboy and the HOPE program.
Joycie Mack rang the bell for her son, who is recovering from COVID-19 and will undergo surgery this week, and asked for our prayers.
Adjournment
President Dudley adjourned the meeting at 1:30 p.m. as he rang the bell.
Birthday Greetings
Happy Birthday! Celebrating between October 1 - 5 are:
Sept 27 – belated greetings to new member Ed Brail
2 – Ruth Stroup
4 – Lorna Padia Markus
Membership Anniversaries in September
Thank you for your years of service to the Rotary Club of Oakland and the community!
Wayne Goodroe – 36 years
Mike Taylor – 28 years
Shanna O’Hare – 27 years
Johanna Leonard – 23 years
Marti Burchell – 19 years
Rosemary Darden – 19 years
Pat Riley – 18 years
Ginni Ring – 15 years
Wendy Willrich – 8 years
Keri Butkevich – 6 years
James Head – 6 years
Alex Kaffka – 5 years
Kyla Johnson-Trammell – 4 years
Winter Williams – 4 years
Ericka Nicholes – 2 years
Purposed for Membership
An application has been received from the following individuals. If no objection is received within five days, their application will be submitted to the Board of Directors for approval.
Kevin Hunter
VICE PRESIDENT WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTOR HVAC
Johnstone Supply
1384 14th Street
Oakland, CA 94607
Sponsor: Wendy Howard
Randolph Langenbach
HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECT
Retired Professor
6446 Harwood Ave
Oakland, CA 94618
Sponsor: Jesse Schmidt
Maren Amdal
DIRECTOR - OAKLAND INTERFAITH GOSPEL CHOIR
655 13th Street, Suite 301
Oakland, CA 94612
Sponsor: Ana-Marie Jones
Next Meeting, Wednesday, September 29 - First Five Club Meeting - Zoom Only
Robert Kidd announced that on Wednesday, September 29 at noon the First Five Clubs (Chicago, San Francisco, Oakland, Seattle and Los Angeles) will meet via zoom. The topic is Membership. Rotary International President Shekhar Mehta will be a featured speaker. This replaces our usual Thursday time. Advance registration is required. Sign up on the Club website, Upcoming Speakers page. The special Zoom link will be sent after you register.
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