Board of Directors President – Cecil Martin Vice President – Michael O'Doherty President Elect - Larry Mueller Secretary - Carol Smith Treasurer – Denise Knudson Club Service – Cheryl Scott International Service – Shaun Kelly Fund Raising – Jim Bell New Generations - Mike Stepanovich Membership – Harry Bryant Vocational Service – John Guerard Community Service – DeAnn Straub

Committee Chairs Sergeant-At-Arms – Chris Rogers Fellowship – Carl Leech, Mike Daniel Fireside Chats – Jerry Starr Rotary Information – Howie Wass Club Bulletin Editor - Neil Walker Programs – Kay Pitts Club Awards – Vincent Fong Music – Carol Smith Publicity – Becky Smith Family of Rotary - Sister Judy Morasci Foundation President – Larry Mueller President Elect Nominee – Ed Knudson

IMPORTANT DATES TO NOTE 2 Dec - Christmas Party at Dave and Melody Spalinger’s home 2 Dec - Salvation Army Bell Ringing 10 Dec – 7:00 am - Kids’ Christmas Shopping Spree - East Hills Target 13 Dec – Diners Club – More details to come 11 Feb – 23rd Annual Charter Night at Bakersfield Country Club

. . . official publication of BAKERSFIELD BREAKFAST ROTARY CLUB District 5240, Club 654, Bakersfield, California, Chartered 12/13/82 Visit our website www.bbrc.org Neil Walker – Editor Cecil Martin, President, 2005-2006 - “THINK GLOBALLY, ACT LOCALLY” Edition 19 November 30, 2005

MMMeeeeeetttiiinnnggg HHHiiiggghhhllliiiggghhhtttsss t was mistakenly reported that Past President Mike Daniel

was going to chair the November 16th meeting. Given the official visit of the District Governor, Sally Edelblue, President Cecil Martin maintained the reins for that meeting holding PP Mike in a bends for today’s meeting. So in typical aplomb and composure, Mike gaveled us to order at the appointed hour of 7 a.m. Two visiting Rotarians were in attendance – Jeannine Thompson of Bakersfield South and our program speaker, Assemblyman Kevin McCarthy of Downtown. Visitors included Nancy Turnipseed hosted by husband Michael Turnipseed. Dale and JoAnne Bender were celebrating their 28th anniversary with their

Rotarian family, PP Michael O’Doherty glowed as his towering son, Ryan, spent the morning with us before heading to his sophomore classes at Garces Memorial High. Andy Stanley came as the guest of Vincent Fong. PP Jerry Starr introduced Roger Ross-Smith who furnished the amazing grill that made Gary Fachin’s recent Pancake Breakfast at CHW go so well. President Elect Larry Mueller asked those with outstanding bills for Evening For New Orleans to pay up. Doug Burns plugged the play, Miracle on

DATE GREETERS INVOCATION FLAG SALUTE

INTROS

7-Dec

Paggi/O’Donnell Nunez Nuriddin O’Doherty

14 - Dec Pasek/Patterson Pavletich Pinson Pitts

21 - Dec DARK MERRY CHRISTMAS

28 - Dec DARK HAPPY NEW YEAR

4 - Jan

Quarnberg/Randour Ray Redmon Ricker

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UPCOMING PROGRAMS 12-7 Club Assembly President Cecil Martin

12-14 Holiday Special “ “ “ 12-21 DARK – NO MEETING MERRY CHRISTMAS 12-28 DARK – NO MEETING MERRY CHRISTMAS 1-04 The Importance of RYLA Mike Stepanovich

CLUB MEMBERS’ ASSIGNMENTS

“I believe water is the issue of the decade.”

34th Street, playing at Spotlight Theater with himself and 20 youngsters under the age of 10 as

actors. Jan Callagy reminded the Club of the December 10th Target (East Hills Mall) Christmas shopping spree for some lucky kids from Stella Hills Elementary. PP Carl Leech announced the next Diners Club dinner on December 13th. Secretary Carol Smith announced that David and Marti Lari are celebrating 15 years of wedded bliss. Mary Jo Pasek reminded members that raffle tickets for a beautiful basket would be going on sale to BBRC members to support the American Cancer Society’s “Relay For Life”. (Just to see if MJP is reading her newsletter closely, the editor will buy $25 in tickets IF she calls or emails him on Thursday to seal the deal!) Mike Daniel reminded the Club of the Christmas Party at David and Melody Spalinger’s home this Friday. Please RSVP to Kristina Ricker to assure we have enough food. Julie Huffman did her good-Samaritan-thing returning Jerry Starr’s ”discarded” credit cards. Jim Bell ascended the podium as the Craft Talker of the Day. However, Jim made his job easy as he had put his vocational, managerial and thespian skills to work by creating an audio CD in which all Clear Channel Radio employees imparted heart-felt umbrages to their boss. Jim has offered to explain the reference to “big trucks and bicycle shorts” at the next meeting. PP Neil Walker announced his recent 4-day mini-vacation to Lake Havasu, and presented President Cecil with a commemorative coin from the London Bridge Rotary Club. The Fine Marshals (PPs Howie Wass and Bob Bryant) immediately swooped in demanding a similar gift to all club members lest a hefty fine be imposed. A hefty fine was imposed. While on a roll, the FMs attached their money-sucking tentacles to the fallen-from-grace Beacon guest editor, Mike Stepanovich. Most observant readers, such as Mary Jo Pasek, picked up on the faux pas in the last edition --- seems that Denise Haynes, new member and sister-in-law of Dr. Jeff Haynes, was described as the doc’s wife. It’s reported that real wife Cheryl later had a serious conversation with her bone-analyzing hubby. Not to go unheard, Denise suggested a bottle of Stepanovich’s wine might settle the foible. Mike, still hiding his head under the tablecloth, quickly upped the offer to a CASE of wine hoping to make

amends. (We’ll be looking for you at the party Friday night, Denise). FM Howie then tossed a potentially expensive monetary grenade in the direction of Greg Desme. Seems Greg’s business is relocating. Where, you ask? How many times did Howie repeat “near KW Realtors”?! FM Bobby ducked his duties as he did not wade in and fine his fellow FM for subterfuge advertising.

THE PROGRAM

Coming off the Clear Channel parody, Vince Fong “modulated” into the next segment of the meeting by introducing Assemblyman Kevin McCarthy (pictured), recently mysteriously relieved (stolen) of his Visa Gold Card that racked up $10,000 in Las Vegas charges. “Controlling identity theft is high on my legislative agenda . . . now I’m going to work harder!” Kevin quipped. He gave the audience some very informative and entertaining

facts about the state of California. Having recently toured China with Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, we heard that 5 of China’s biggest agricultural products come from California. Kevin stated that California is the gateway to the huge market created by one billion China residents. California’s legislative handling of the economy was discussed. The good news – California’s revenue is up 15%. The bad news – expenditures are up 18%. California’s Delta system was reported to be in bad shape and in need of repair. “I believe water is the issue of the decade,” the Assemblyman stated. Regarding roads, he said, “If California is to grow, we need an infrastructure for the 21st century.” During the Q&A period, KHSD’s Dennis Scott complimented McCarthy for his work helping eliminate red tape that slows down school

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construction. PP Howie Wass also offered kudos to Kevin for his successful efforts in bringing down Workers Compensation rates. “Workers Comp has helped generate jobs in California,” McCarthy stated, “but we need to go further.” The softball question of the day came from Doug Burns asking why his do-not-call telephone line received so many political calls during the last referendum. The answer - political and charitable organizations are exempt from the do-not-call list.

BBRC PANCAKE BREAKFAST By PP Jerry Starr

BATTER WAS UP! 0800 ON 11/19

THANK YOU TO:

• Mr. Roger Ross-Smith (friend of Jerry Starr) for the mobile grill that enabled us to have no waiting for the excellent Pancakes and Sausages — chef Roger, Joe Nunez and Greg Desme prepared on Roger’s grill! Joe even got the color right according to one comment from the Kitchen servers!

• After the big grill was shut down Kelsey Sill was the main griddler to keep up with the “late for breakfast” customers. Her Dad did ditto dandy dishwashing!

• Matt Gretlein and his buddy Bryan Crawford did a great job in the “dining room” with the “seconds” and “thirds” and the ARMY of youngsters who “plated and carried” were really solid help!

• To Gary and Karen Fachin--They had the supply side of the event very well planned and delivered!

• Cheryl and Julie of the CHW Education Center for giving us a place for Service above Self!

SERVED: 168 hungry breakfast fans

SERVED BY: Brandi and Kassi Hawkins; Michelle, Mazzi and Trenton Watson; Kay Pitts; Doug Ihmels; Greg Desme; Katrina Ricker, Donna, and Kayla Ricker, Roderick Patterson; Mary Jo Pasek; Bryan Crawford; Scott Sill; Kelsey Sill; Dawn and Ryanne Ballard; Taylor Miller; Joe Nunez; Jerry and Robin Starr, Matt and Megan Gretlein.

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BBRC PAST PRESIDENTS 2004-2005 - Michael O’Doherty 2003-2004 - Neil Walker 2002-2003 - Harley Pinson 2001-2002 - Susan Eaton 2000-2001 - Don Trybul / Mike Daniel 1999-2000 - Paul Cooper 1998-1999 - Mike Daniel 1997-1998 - Ray Geigle 1996-1997 - Bonnie Crawford 1995-1996 - Carl Leech 1994-1995 - John Tait 1993-1994 - Greg Smith 1992-1993 - John Vasinda 1991-1992 - Bill Jones 1990-1991 - Glenn Ray 1989-1990 - Mike Kirkwood / Howie Wass 1988-1989 - Howie Wass 1987-1988 - Craig Holland 1986-1987 - Anil Mehta 1985-1986 - Bob Bryant 1984-1985 - Sid Chapin 1983-1984 - Jerry Starr 1982-1983 - John McWhorter

Bakersfield Breakfast Rotary Club P.O. Box 2568

Bakersfield, California 93303 Email editor: nwalker1@bak.rr.com

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WHERE TO MAKE UP

Meeting Day Rotary Club Meeting Place Time

Monday Bakersfield South Holiday Inn Select Noon

Monday Inyokern Homestead Restaurant 6:30 a.m.

Monday Wasco Valley Rose Golf Course Noon

Tuesday Bakersfield North Holiday Inn Select Noon

Tuesday Foothill High Interact Club Foothill High 7:15 a.m.

Wednesday Bakersfield West Stockdale Country Club Noon

Wednesday China Lake Heritage Inn Noon

Wednesday Shafter Minner Air Field Cafe 6:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bakersfield Breakfast The Petroleum Club 6:45 a.m.

Wednesday Taft Jo's Restaurant Noon

Wednesday Interact Bakersfield High School 2:40 p.m.

Thursday Bakersfield Downtown Bakersfield Art Museum Noon

Thursday Tehachapi Kelcy's Restaurant Noon

Thursday Delano Mary’s Heavenly Bites Noon

Thursday Frazier Mountain Communities Dream Castle Café & Bakery (Frazier Park) 7:00 a.m.

Thursday Kern River Valley Ewings (Kernville) 7:00 p.m.

Friday Bakersfield East Veteran's Hall Noon