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Program for Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Ernie Goss
Platte Institute for Economic Development
 Ernie Goss is the MacAllister Chair and Professor of Economics at Creighton University. Dr. Goss is well known for his commentary on Midwestern economic conditions, which he obtains from studying monthly surveys of CEOs in rural areas of eleven states and supply managers in twelve states. In April 2008 the Platte Institute for Economic Research published a study conducted by Dr. Goss titled: “ Nebraska’s Tax Competitiveness: Should I Live in Nebraska”, which compares Nebraska’s tax burden to bordering states. Currently he is conducting research on governmental spending in Nebraska compared to bordering states for the Platte Institute.
Join us on Tuesday January 6 when Dr. Goss will discuss these studies and take questions about the current economic situation.
LAST WEEK
The Fellowship Committee, led by Mike Klockenga, put together a delightful celebration for the holiday season. Many friends and family members joined Rotarians for eggnog and friendly conversation. A holiday trivia game tested our knowledge of many holidays. Five teams tied for winning honors with 9 correct answers out of a possible 11 (which was pretty good – some of the questions were pretty difficult).
Allen Beermann passed along a few holiday stories from his many travels, highlighting the holiday spirit around the world.
Roger Ludemann and Scott Richardson, two members of the All Star Rotary Blues Band, treated us to a few songs including “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Rotarian”, and announced the Blues, Brews and Barbecue event at the Train Station has been rescheduled for Friday, April 24.
Thank you to President Cathy Lang and Tony Messineo for providing the desserts. They were delicious!
Notes and Announcements!
President-Elect Dan Wherry announced our officers, besides himself, for next Rotary year beginning July 1 are: Susan Stibal, Vice President & President-Elect for the 2010-11 year; Kiersten Hill, Secretary; and Melanie Whittamore-Mantzios, Sergeant-at-Arms. Chris Hove will continue as Treasurer. Congratulations to all!
Child Mortality Project — Applications are now being accepting for our Child Mortality Project. Club Members representing qualified entities must submit an application by Tuesday, January 27, 2009, to the Projects and Grants Evaluation Committee to be considered. The scope of the project shall meet the following criteria: 1) children under 5 years of age; 2) local to the city of Lincoln or Lancaster County; 3) have a term of 3 years or longer; 4) be directed toward issues of health, hunger or literacy; and 5) have an annual budget of up to $5000. Please use the Club Project Application found in the lower left-hand corner of our website www.rotary14.org.
Gathering Place — Thanks to Rotary 14, many people in Lincoln enjoyed a hot meal at the Gathering Place. In 2008, some 40 Rotarians contributed more than 500 hours helping serve needy individuals and families. Just another example of how we helped make dreams real for people in our hometown. If you would like to help serve an evening meal contact:
— Gathering Place Co-Chairs Marsha Stork, 742-7836, mstork@neb.rr.com or
Doris Huffman, 475-1042, doris@nebarfnd.org
It’s not too late to contribute to “Santa Cause”. This year, all funds collected will be donated to the District Zambia Project. And what’s in it for you? Besides knowing you are helping to provide basic needs to children and families in Zambia, you’ll receive makeup credits (1 for $15, 2 for $25), good anytime during the Rotary year. Make your checks payable to Lincoln Rotary Club #14 Foundation and give to Mary at the meeting.
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Lincoln
Rotary Club #14
When: Tues: Noon
