Installation of 2013-14 Officers and Board

At a recent club meeting, the new officers and board of Dublin A.M. Rotary began their term in office. The swearing-in was conducted by Susan Robenalt in her last official act as Assistant District Governor. Congratulations and thanks to President Mike Close, President Elect Julie Erwin Rinaldi, and Vice President Wolf Lant and (left to right) Dwight Seeley, Michael Blackwell, Wendy Sheridan, Steve Smith, Ramona Penland Coyle, Amber Hulme, Debbie Lutz, Alan Reuter, Chuck Stein, Rick Gerber, Bonnie Coley Malir, and Rich Weber for stepping forward to guide the club in the new year. Thanks too to Sgt. at Arms Dave Williamson (not pictured), who owes a fine for not being present for the photo.

Here's a video of Mike Close taking the oath of office (click here if viewing in email) :

A special thanks to Past President Dave Holliday for his dedication and passion leading the club the past Rotary year. Dave's tenure was marked by growth in membership, remarkably successful fund-raising, and an expansion of community services, especially internationally and in veteran's services. Dave led with well-chosen words, encouragement, and a calm and measured dignity that inspired his fellow Rotarians to live their passion in service to the club and Rotary.  Traditionally favorite projects continued to succeed while new projects were begun and started to thrive. Dave found a special reward waiting for him: a gift from his fellow officers of an engraved bottle a personal favorite from the state of Kentucky.

Congratulations to Rotary Rookie-of-the-Year Richard Ulm and to Rotarian of the Year Mohan Viddam. Richard's leadership of the Fellowship Committee helped make the past year enjoyable for all, while Mohan's commitment both inside the club and through his business to international service, veterans affairs, and taking good photos to capture Rotary events was outstanding. 

Congratulations to the following Rotarians for compiling ten or more years of consecutive perfect attendance: Jim Burness (12), Cap Clegg (11), Claudia Trusty (11), and Dave Holliday (10).