At the July 7th meeting, members and guests heard the speaker, Jose Trejo, Deputy Director of the Department of Recreation and Community Services talk about programs and activities that the Department is providing for the community.
 
Jose Trejo mentioned some of his experiences during the 25 years he has worked for the City of Lynwood.
Jose Trejo talked about the many activities sponsored and organized by his department for this summer.  He had numerous fliers describing these events.
 
For example, he had fliers for a variety of events this summer. For seniors, there is the trip to the Chumash Casino Resort on Sat, Jul 9.  Then there is the Summer Picnic on Thursday Jul 21 and the Senior Summer Jazz Night on Thursday Jul 28. Then for everyone, there is Pizza with the Captain, Kerry A. Carter, at Plaza Mexico, on Jul 14. Then for youth, there are three sessions of Lynwood Summer Day Camp, each session about three weeks long.
 
Also there is a summer meal for kids and teens for Breakfast and Lunch at three locations.
There are the Fun Wed Field Trips for all ages, with three trips planned per month for June, July, and August.
Also there are separate tennis classes for youth and teens in July and August and there is registration for fall 2016 Youth Soccer.
 
Don’t forget the Movies in the Park at Yvonne Burke – John D. Ham Park (11832 Atlantic Ave.) the movies begin at 7:45 pm on eight Thursdays, with the last movie night being Aug 18. Also Jose mentioned as explained in one flier, the City needs sponsors for each movie.  For $375.00 a sponsor receives high profile recognition with opportunities to advertise the business / products.
 
Jose described the Outdoor Fitness Area improvements in Lynwood Park, near the tennis courts.
Jose also mentioned the progress on the construction of the new community center at Ham Park, which is projected to be completed by the fall. He suggested he come back to talk about this new facility when it opens.
 
Before the speaker, Ramon Rodriguez, addressed the group, noting that this was his first meeting, at which he is now the Lynwood Rotary President. 
He also noted that he is proud to say that this is his third time serving as president of the Lynwood Rotary Club.
President Rodriguez stated he wanted to acknowledge the participation of everyone who helped out at the fireworks sales.  It was he emphasized, a “one hundred percent effort” of everyone involved, and that the presence and work involved was “like a family” all contributing to the event.  Also, he noted, we should plan now for next year's fireworks sales event.  Also, he noted that as soon as it is available, we will need a report from the Treasurer on the financial results.
 
Among the guests, a special welcome to Celese Johnson,  Director, Special Education, and  LUSD Representative for this meeting and also a warm welcome to Barbara Baxter.
 
  Daniel Miller / Omar Franco / Rowland Becerra  
  Pub         Public Relations and Community Outreach for the Lynwood Rotary Club