July 1, 2009

Installation of 2009-2010

President David Nicolson

and the Board of Directors

I truly feel a sense of honor and humility being called upon to serve as President of our extraordinary Rotary Club.  It has been a pleasure serving as a Board member over the past three years, and I am looking forward to working with the talented group of Rotarians that will be serving with me on the Board in the year ahead.  Also, I can assure you that Karen Pitcher and her Program Committee have been working tirelessly to deliver a year of programs that will be second to none.

At our recent Board retreat, your Board discussed past successes and brainstormed future challenges.  I believe the most notable initiative this year will be a renewed focus on the Rotarian member experience. The current state of affairs in the world are unprecedented and we all need to work together to help each other make the best of these difficult times. 

We will be striving to create a closer bond between our Club members and remind ourselves that there is not a more important time to remember to do business with a Rotarian. This year also promises to be the best year ever to participate in our Club’s birthday fundraiser and help increase our Club’s Foundation.  We will be having monthly drawings for great prizes and the grand prize will be a weekend trip for two on Southwest Airlines that will include accommodations at a fine Hyatt property.

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This year’s Rotary International theme is “The Future Of Rotary is in Your Hands.”· I have no doubt that the hands of our Club members assure a bright future for the Rotary Club of San Antonio and through our service we will do our part to assure a bright future for Rotary worldwide.

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In closing, I would like to thank President Patrick for the wonderful job he did in leading our organization over the past year.· He is leaving our Club in fine shape with great momentum for the year ahead.· I pledge to you to do everything in my power to maintain the fine standards that our Club has enjoyed since 1912.

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Membership Proposals

On recommendation of the Admissions Committee, and the Board of Directors has authorized the following for publishing for membership in accordance with the club bylaws.· They will automatically become members in 7 days unless ten (10) written and signed objections are submitted.

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Arturo Villarreal

Hotels: Administration

Controller

Sheraton Gunter Hotel

Proposer:· Kyle Amadon

Endorser:· Mark Hickey

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·Your 2009-2010

Board of Directors

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Ben Brewer President Elect Downtown Alliance San Antonio President Member since 1991 · Lou Miller Vice President State Farm Insurance Owner Member since 2000 · Don Philbin Treasurer ADRtoolbox.com Attorney/mediator Member since 2005 · Karen Rankin Sergeant-at-Arms Keystone International Owner Member since 2001 · Patrick Tobin Advisory Director Jackson Walker, LLP Managing Partner Member since 1992 · Gardner Peavy Young Members Board President Cambridge Realty Group, Inc. Principal Member since 2003 · Directors · Corbett Christie Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research Chief Development Officer Member since 2006 · ·

· Trish DeBerry Guerra DeBerry Coody Co. Owner Member since 1999 · Charles Holshouser Charles Holshouser, MD Physician Member since 1987 Ryland Howard Frost Bank Member since 2001 Charlotte Mitchell Consultant Member since 1988 · Ramiro Morales Guaranty Bank SVP - Region Manager Member since 2006 · Polly Spencer Bexar County Probate Court #1 Judge Member since 1999 · Brian Strange Don Strange Catering, Inc. Member since 1990 · John Tate Oppenheimer Blend Harrison & Tate Partner Member since 1998 · Peggy Walker Bank of America Senior Vice President Member since 1998 · Thad Ziegler Ziegler Glass Operations Officer Member since 1999 ·

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Have you heard about the Unlimited Possibilities Raffle?

This year at the Don Strange Ranch Party, instead of the silent auction we will be holding a raffle. Participating is simple!  Tickets are $100 – only 300 tickets will be sold.  One winner will be drawn on Thursday, September 24, 2009 at the Don Strange Ranch Party at 8:30 p.m.  You need not be present to win.  The winner will have their choice of one of the ten amazing prizes listed below. Proceeds benefit the Sam J. Riklin Diploma Plus Program.

To purchase your tickets please contact The Rotary Club of San Antonio at 210-222-8242, extension 103 or by email at assistant@rotarysa.org.

Win your choice of one of these exciting prizes!

Prize #1 – Be the Ultimate SPURS Fan!  Spurs Season Tickets for two. 

Maximum Value:  $5,000.

Prize #2 – A fabulous shopping spree at the Shops at La Cantera.  Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Dillard’s, Macy’s, Tiffany’s, over 150 shops and restaurants.  Take a friend and enjoy a $5,000 gift card.  

Value:  $5,000.

Prize #3 – Hit the links or just cruise the neighborhood – own a customized Golf Cart from Mission Golf Carts. 

Maximum Value: $5,000

Prize #4 – US Open, French Open or is NASCAR your sport?  A customized sports package for two – including tickets for the sporting event, airfare, first class hotel accommodations. 

Maximum Value:  $5,000 

Prize #5 – Support your Rotary – ensure your membership to the Rotary of San Antonio for the next five years!  Paid in full including meals. 

Maximum Value:  Priceless

Prize #6 – Walking the Hills of Tuscany, Italy – the Views from the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France – the Changing of the Guards in London, England – Where shall you go?  Enjoy a European vacation customized especially for 2 – your choice! 

Maximum Value:  $5000

Prize #7 – Cruise the beautiful Greek Islands aboard the Holland American Cruise Line on a seven, eight or ten day Mediterranean vacation for two!  Pick this prize and leave enjoy a fabulous trip where all your troubles float away. 

Maximum Value:  $5,000

Prize #8 – Create you own private oasis at home - with a new Spa!  A backyard Spa of your choice by Spa Crafters – be the envy of your neighborhood. 

Maximum Value:  $5,000

Prize #9 – Enjoy a special hunting excursion for two …airfare, hotel accommodations and a guided tour to anywhere you want to go! 

Maximum Value:  $5,000

Prize #10 – Diamonds, Pearls, Baubles and Beads - Enjoy a fabulous shopping spree at Ben Adams Jewelry for that special occasion or just because…

Maximum Value: $5,000

Official Rules:  Tickets are $100 each.  Only 300 tickets will be sold. There will only be one winner.  Winner has choice of one (1) of the ten listed prizes.  Advanced booking of 30-90 days is recommended for best pricing and availability on travel items and pricing is based on availability at time of booking.  All travel arrangements will be coordinated through Travel and Transport. The winner is responsible for payment of taxes in accordance with IRS regulations. Ticket pre-sales must be received on or before 9/23/09. Drawing will be held the evening of September 24, 2009 at the Don Strange Ranch party.  Need not be present to win.  Prizes are neither transferable nor redeemable for cash.  Prize selection must be made by December 1, 2009.

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