Ben Sasse is a United States Senator, representing the great state of Nebraska. He has outlined the following to cover with us on Friday: 1) Confirmation of Neil Gorsuch to the United States Supreme Court and Nebraska's voice in the process, 2) Free trade affect on Nebraska, 3) National Security and 4) Update on the latest in the health care debate in Congress.

 

We heard from Steve Owens - Superintendent of Water Production for the Lincoln Water System on On Friday March 10,

 

Steve started by sharing information from a newspaper article in 2015 that addressed water systems nationally titled Drinking Water systems Imperiled by Failing Infrastructure.

 

 

The Lincoln South Rotary Club Board has been approached about our meeting day. Is Friday serving our Members and Club well or would there be a benefit to change to Thursday. Lincoln #14 meets on Tuesday and Lincoln East meets on Wednesday.

 

An email was sent out with a survey - please read and reply. We want input from all members.

It is time to sell (or buy) tickets for the Annual Grocery Grab with Russ's. The Grocery Grab is our major source of funds for the Scholarship awards.

 

Last year the winning ticket benefited Saint Mark's Food Pantry - what a great way to support the programs of Lincoln South Rotary but also the needy in our community.

Thank you to Clay Ehlers and Pat Grewe for participating in the Rotary Ride to End Polio.
 

Donations were made online, pledges were made and direct donations were give to Clay and Pat. In all, they are credited with nearly $1,000 to End Polio Now.

 

 

Speedway will be honored at Rotary's Annual Salute to Business on April 4, 2017.. They operate under the names of Speedway Motors (http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Info/AboutUs) and Speedway Properties (http://www.speedwayproperties.com/index.htm).

 

Tickets are $35 (checks to Lincoln South Rotary). Contact Chan or Joe to reserve your spot. Click here for additional details.

 

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) in District 5650 is a weekend camp program. This year it will be April 7 (noon) to April 9 (noon) at Camp Kitaki in Louisville. RYLA programs focus on leadership and provide an opportunity for the participants to practice what they have learned. Click here for the District 5650 RYLA Website Page.

Lincoln South Rotary supports projects and activities in many ways. We can periodically provide funds through grant programs. There are grants available through the Lincoln South Rotary Club Foundation as well as matching grants through Rotary District 5650.

Brad Carter, Bill Schmeeckle, Scott Delisi, John Herdman, Nicki Klein, Matt Horak, Dave Hilsabeck