President's Communication - April 26, 2021
Looking forward to seeing each of you at the next club meeting!  Feel free to share this invitation with a friend.
 
 
Friday, April 30
Past President Bob Silvas
History of Airports
 

Join us to hear from Chula Vista Past President Bob Silvas about the fascinating history of airports.

Bob retired from the San Diego Airport Authority and is now a private consultant helping his clients navigate the ins and outs of doing business with airports.  

 

The meeting will begin promptly at 12:00 p.m. 
 
Link to Zoom Meeting
 
Meeting ID: 970 7033 9558
 
 
 
Agenda
  • Invocation & Pledge 
  • Question of the Day - Networking
  • Announcements
  • Jim Biddle News at Noon (sponsored by Betty Waznis
  • Program
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      ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
 
 
Paul Harris Blue Light Special
Rotary District 5340 announces an April “Blue Light Special” for adding Paul Harris Fellows to your club. Through the generous donation of one of our District Rotarians, we are able to match donations to the Annual Fund up to $500/member with up to 500 Recognition Points which will allow that member or his/her designee to become a Paul Harris Fellow with a pin and certificate to be awarded at the appropriate occasion. This program is for first-time Paul Harris Fellows and may be awarded to a loved one, community member, or another deserving person.

This offer will end on April 30, 2021, so do not delay in contacting your club members about this award.  Your Club Foundation Chair, Lane Pearson, can access the Club Recognition Summary on My Rotary to determine who is eligible for this type of recognition.
 
In partnership with the County of San Diego, Sharp HealthCare is operating COVID-19 vaccination superstations in the South Bay, East County, central San Diego, and San Marcos in support of our community. Medical volunteers are needed to administer vaccinations. Volunteers are needed to help staff the sites and administer vaccinations while providing The Sharp Experience.
 
Volunteer Opportunity Supporting Migrant Families
Jewish Family Services (JFS) is the lead NGO supporting the efforts to support the migrants while they are in San Diego.  Currently JFS has volunteer staffing needs to support the following (4 hour shifts all days of the week):
  • 10AM-2PM to help pack and deliver lunch
  • 3PM-7PM to pack and deliver dinner
  • 4AM-12PM To work as airport guide support
  • 6PM-10PM To work as airport guide support
For more information, follow this link.
 
Volunteer Opportunity to Help Children in the Convention Center
They are in urgent need of volunteers to support the unaccompanied minors that are currently at the convention center under the care of SBCS. 
• They need about 100 volunteers every day from now to July.
• Volunteer shifts are four hours long and shifts are available from 10 am- 7 pm daily
• Volunteers will need to pass a background clearance and can sign up for one shift of multiple shifts.
• Volunteers are needed to participate in activities with the children (such as crafts, playing games, and teaching basic English words) and general supervision
 
If interested in volunteering, contact Hilary Taylor: Volunteer@Promises2Kids.org or complete this form https://www.tfaforms.com/4891684 
 
  IN MEMORIAM
 
From Gary Bryant

It’s with great sadness that I let you know that Emerald Randolph who was the founding chair of Christmas in October, passed away at her home in Jamul on April 10th.  Emerald continued to lead the committee as Chair up to her passing.   Over 21 years we fixed up 123 homes leaving a lasting legacy in the community and the Chula Vista Rotary Club was involved from day one. 

Emerald was a caring, devoted and generous individual and an inspiration to all.  She always put others before herself.  She will be remembered for the various programs she was involved in and the positive impact she had on the community.  Her legacy will continue to live on as will Christmas in October.  She will be greatly missed.  Please keep Emerald in your thoughts and prayers.

Emerald’s Memorial Service will be held on May 13th at 10:00 am at Greenwood Memorial Chapel, 4300 Imperial Ave., San Diego 92113.  We are going to find out if they are going to do a virtual as well since the Chapel only holds between 75-80 people. 

 

Statement from the family of Sue Miller (wife of longtime Rotarian Jon Miller)
We are reaching out to let you know that our sweet mom Sue passed away peacefully at home last night.  She was surrounded by her loving family and Lottie the dog.  We held space with her throughout the night and wished her traveling mercies.  She will forever be our golden light, our beacon of love, and our beautiful wildflower.

Mom requested there be no service.  We will certainly let you know if there is anything we need and will update you in the coming months regarding how we might celebrate her life.  We are planning something that will involve her love of flowers in the future and we would love for you to participate at that time.

We are feeling your love and we thank you for respecting our grieving process.  We are together and loving on our sweet dad Jon.
In the meantime,  Mom would love to know that you are dipping your feet in the ocean, or reading a book, working in your garden, helping a friend in need, laughing with a loved one, baking cookies, sharing wonder with a child.  This would make her soul smile. 

Blessings to you all,
Jen, Mim & Mandy