The June 23 meeting marked the final official meeting of President Erik Bykat. The meeting opened with Happy Dollars led by Richard Matherly, with members sharing good news that included celebrating our nation’s Independence, new members, new babies, new jobs, a healed foot and upcoming travel. During his recap, President Erik advised that our club raised nearly $2000 in Happy Dollars throughout his year! 

President Erik took attendees on a retrospective of the year, highlighting the club’s projects and accomplishments. He also recognized and thanked his board members:

• Dan Jenkins, President Elect
• Steve Siders, Secretary
• Mike Mudd, Treasurer
• Lisa Gelber, Public Image
• Doug Higgins, Foundation
• Jeff Esterkes, Membership
• Amie Blanton, Service Projects
• Rick Clark, Fundraising
• Joy Manbeck, Interact/Youth
• Joseph Powell, Companion Club

President Erik presented three awards to recognize outstanding service this year:

• Rookie of the Year: Jim Murphy
• Service Above Self: Steve Cory and Marc Gelber
• Rotarian of the Year: Lisa Gelber

Next, President‑Elect Dan Jenkins introduced his incoming board. The Past Presidents of the club in attendance lined up in the order of their service to pass the gavel down to Dan: Richard Matherly, Steve Siders, Mike Mudd, Joy Manbeck, Lisa Gelber, Rick Clark, and our newest Past President, Erik Bykat. Several of our members who have served as President were not in attendance including Doug Higgins, Ben Hunter, James Marosek and Cliff Wilcox. It's also worth noting that some of our members have served as Rotary Club President of other clubs prior to joining ours, including Brad Serff and Bob MacDonald. 

President Dan Jenkins took his first official action as President by awarding Immediate Past President Erik Bykat a plaque and a gift certificate to Ray's on the River as a token of the club's appreciation and gratitude for his leadership.

The meeting provided a warm, celebratory close to the year and a smooth transition to the club's incoming leadership.