September 23, 2009

J. Randall Robinson

Region Director (West)

U.S. Army Installation Management Command

Fort Sam Houston, Texas

“The Impact of Fort Sam Construction on San Antonio”

Chair of the Day:  Barbara Banker

The Army is in the midst of unprecedented change to meet current requirements in support of overseas contingencies, Army transformation, Grow the Army, and BRAC initiatives.  Fort Sam Houston is feeling the effects of this change and is working to ensure all missions and timelines are met.  The growth in construction, personnel, and missions not only positively affects the Army and Fort Sam Houston but the San Antonio community.

Mr. J. Randall Robinson was selected for the Senior Executive System in May 2003.  He assumed his current position as Region Director (West), Installation Management Command, on 1 November 2006.  As Director, he is responsible for management and execution of all installation management programs at active and reserve component US Army installations in 14 states ranging from Kansas to the West Coast. 

Membership Proposals

On recommendation of the Admissions Committee, 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.

DUNLAP, Frank

BANKING – Trust Administration

Wells Fargo Bank

Vice President

Proposer: Christie, Corbett

Endorser: Tye, Richard

Family of Rotary News

Our condolences to Fred Pfeiffer on the recent death of his brother.

Best wishes to Barry Lacy’s wife Sarah.   Sarah suffered a detached retina and had surgery two weeks ago.  We wish her a full and speedy recovery.

Congratulations to Barbara Banker who was awarded the Secretary of Defense Medal for Exceptional Public Service.  She was surprised recently at a luncheon for the Association of the United State Army by Sen John Cornyn who presented the medal.  It was in recognition of over 30 years of dedication and service to the Army.

Save the Date!

DG Reggie’s District Conference will be April 29 - May 2.  For the first time, it will be a multi-district conference.  Six Districts in Texas will join together to put on an amazing end-of-year Rotary event.  For fellowship, fun, world-class speakers and the sharing of ideas, attend the

Tejas Multi-District Conference

April 29 - May 2, 2010

San Antonio

August Birthday Club

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the August Birthday Club.  Your donation to our  foundation helps us do more in the community.

 Barbara Banker

 Bradford Beldon

 Charles Cotrell

 Doug Cross

 Danny Crow

 Don Farris

 Barbara Hagen

 Mark Hickey

 Ed Kelley

 Jon Lowe

 Stephen McAllister

 Melvin Mitchell

 Aloys Notzon

 Karen Pitcher

 Kelly Ranson

 Barbara Scharf-Zeldes

 Nancy Shivers

 Janice Simons

 Joseph Stanley III

 Alice Strunk

 Clifford Waller

 Terry Warth

 Mac Williams

Congratulations to this month’s winner of the birthday drawing - Mac Williams.  Mac will receive a $50 gift certificate to Fleming’s plus other goodies.

43% of Rotarians with August birthdays contributed to the Foundation.  How about those of you with September birthdays?  Can you beat that?

Special Speaker at Trinity Rotaract Club Meeting

The Trinity Rotaract Club invites you to join them at their next meeting to hear special guest speaker, Dr. David L. Lakey, Commissioner, Texas Department of State Health Services.  Dr. Lakey will talk about the N1H1 virus and preparedness efforts. 

Save the date

Monday, Sept 28 @ 6 PM

Trinity University

More info to follow shortly.

 U40 Class 2010 Nominations Open 

Nominations are now being accepted for the U40 2010 Class.   Do you know a community or business leader under 40 who would make a great Rotarian?  Submit their application between now and October 31 and they will have an opportunity to be chosen to be part of the U40 Class of 2010.  Download a membership application or get one at the Rotary office.  See below for a summary of the U40 Class criteria and program.  Download the full U40 Class program docment.

Purpose

To recruit and develop new Rotarians under the age of 40, bringing them into the club together as a class once a year. The U40 Program will help these new members become immediately involved in the club, establish a bond with peer members and develop them into future leaders of the Rotary Club of San Antonio

Candidate Criteria

· Under the age of 40 (as of September 1)

· A current  or potential owner, partner, or executive of their organization

· Has served in leadership roles outside of their place of business

· Has a desire and passion for service, and has exhibited this with involvement in other organizations

· Has time to participate in Rotary activities, specifically in six month class program

Program Summary

· Steering Committee comprised of club leadership is established to oversee program

· Entire club is encouraged to nominate candidates

· Applications for program will be accepted only between Sept 1 and Oct 31

· Young Members Board will select and recruit final candidates

· Up to 25 candidates will be selected striving for diversity

· Normal Admissions criteria will be applied to candidates

· Class members will receive a special new member orientation

· Program will run from April – September with recognition at the Don Strange Ranch Party

· Class members will participate in U40 projects organizing class and club-wide service projects and socials, attend past presidents breakfast series, participate in club events , become active in a committee of their choice

Last Chance to Sign up for the

Don Strange Ranch Party!!

Thursday, Sept 24

6 - 10 PM

Don Strange Ranch in Welfare

Adults: $35

Children:  $15 (3-11)

Admission includes food, open bar, live music, raffles, live auction.

Proceeds benefit the Diploma Plus Program

 Sign up by  email assistant@rotarysa.org