Vol. 108, No. 44, April 30, 2024
Next Meeting 
When:Friday, May 3, 2024
Where:Lansing Community College, Michigan Room
Address:600 N. Grand Ave., Park in Gannon Ramp
Speaker:Shelbi Frayer, Deputy Mayor of the City of Lansing
Presentation Title:"Transforming Lansing"
Chair of the Day: Chris Swope
Reflection:Bilky Joda-Miller
Greeter:Linda Sarnelli
Editarian: Kevin V. B. Schumacher
Microphone:Denise Donahue
Chair of the Month:Chris Swope
 
Biography for Shelbi Frayer
Shelbi Frayer is serving as the Deputy Mayor for the city of Lansing.
 
Her primary role has been focused on economic development and supporting construction projects throughout the city. She has spent the majority of her career working in finance and operations in all forms of government such as K12 school districts, municipalities, and state government.
Planned Giving Luncheon
The Planned Giving Committee of the Rotary Club of Lansing Foundation will be hosting a complimentary luncheon meeting at the University Club of Lansing on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:45 a.m.  The purpose of this luncheon is to learn about your Foundation and its Endowment Fund, and how your personal legacy and love of our Rotary Club can fit into your estate planning.  Invitations were sent two weeks ago, if you are interested, please let Cathy know asap.  To those who have responded, Thank YOU!
 
Rotary International DEI Statement
   
 
A top priority for Rotary is growing and diversifying our membership to make sure we reflect the communities we serve and are inclusive of all cultures, experiences, and identities.
 
We're creating an organization that is more open and inclusive, fair to all, builds goodwill, and benefits our communities.
 
To help us achieve our goal, the RI Board of Directors passed a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) statement:
 
As a global network that strives to build a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change, Rotary values diversity and celebrates the contributions of people of all backgrounds, regardless of their age, ethnicity, race, color, abilities, religion, socioeconomic status, culture, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
 
Rotary will cultivate a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture in which people from underrepresented groups have greater opportunities to participate as members and leaders.
Volunteer Opportunity 
We have an opportunity to volunteer with the Lansing Food Bank on Tuesday, May 7th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  We will be helping sort food.  Please contact Jason Brunette if interested. Email:  Jason.Brunette@martincommercial.com 
Editarian Report for April 25, 2024
A mighty group of Rotarians gathered at the Lansing Shuffle for our monthly social gathering. Being a rather rowdy bunch, we sang songs, raised our glasses to toast each other, and told many a tall tale.
 
The highlight was when we all danced on the tables – well those of us who were still standing did. OK, so none of that really happened. We did have a grand time enjoying each other’s company and chatting about who was and was not going to the Chamber event happening nearby. It is always wonderful to spend time with fellow Rotarians.
 
Email for Chris Swope is:  Chris.Swope@lansingmi.gov 
Speakers
May 10, 2024
Lansing Urgent Care
May 17, 2024
Michigan Gift of Life
May 23, 2024
4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Appetizers and Cash Bar
May 31, 2024
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Rotary Club of Lansing
P. O. Box 13156
Lansing, MI   48901-3156
Meeting Responsibilities
April Birthday Chair
Trumpie, Dave
 
Chair of the Month
Swope, Chris
 
Editarian
Schumacher, Kevin V. B.
 
Chair of the Day
Swope, Chris
 
Reflection
Joda-Miller, Bilky
 
Microphone
Donahue, Denise
 
Greeter
Sarnelle, Linda