At the May 2, meeting, Club President-Barbara Battle , called the meeting to order.
Concerning coming events, Daniel handed out again a flyer for the Comedy Showcase, scheduled for Fri, May 3, at LHS Auditorium, with doors opening at 7:30 pm and showtime beginning at 8:00 pm. Daniel encouraged members to attend, noting that President-Elect Gudiel Crosthwaite, mentioned this event, as an example, of what Lynwood Rotary could organize to raise funds. President Battle said she plans to attend, and member Ramon Rodriquez stated he will try to attend also.
Another coming event is the Vision To Learn eyeglasses project, to be held at LHS on Fri May 24. Volunteers need to arrive at 8:15 am to organize for handing out eye glasses, with participants starting at 9:00 am. Members Larry Esparza and Joe Wang are volunteers for this important event.
Daniel mentioned that he talked briefly to Juan Barroso, on the LUSD staff (Coordinator CTE, College & Career) about progress on getting faculty to sponsor Interact clubs at LUSD middle schools and high schools. Juan mentioned several contacts he has had about possibilities. Also, Daniel mentioned the Rotary club's interest in and need for volunteers to help staff the fireworks stand for the four days of sales, Jul 1 thru Jul 4. Ramon Rodriguez mentioned the importance of having an adult closely monitor all cash transactions during the fireworks sales.
Daniel mentioned that he will not be able to attend the next meeting, on MAY 9, when Bruno Naulls, Sr., Senior Project Manager, Community Development Department, will talk about planned development projects within the City of Lynwood, including Plaza Mexico. When he returns to Lynwood on Monday, May 13, he will talk to Ramon Rodriguez, to get the necessary information for the weekly meeting notes.
Daniel Miller Public Relations/ Community Outreach Lynwood Rotary Club