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News of the Rosemead Kiwanis Family and Network
Rosemead Kiwanicle
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(This issue is being distributed to circulation lists of both the RKC Kiwanicle and RKC Reporter)
Tuesday, July 26, 2011 ---
Call to Election
Rosemead Kiwanis Club elections for the 2011-2012 term will be held as part of the general business meeting on Thursday, July 28, 2011.
Nominations are as follows – all elected officers will be ex officio Board members (as will the immediate Past President):
President: Sergio Medrano
Vice President / President-elect: David Barron
Secretary: Mario Manzano
Co-Treasurers: Elizabeth Landing and Carol Mahoney
Announcement of nominees for five additional “at large” Board positions to be elected will be forthcoming.
Meeting notes:
Attendance: Present at the Thursday, July 21, 2011, meeting of the RKC were Kiwanians Bob Bruesch, Dave Baaron, Frank DiNoto, Art Landing, Elizabeth Landing, Carol Mahoney, Mario Manzano, Ken Pike, Rachel Richman, Lou Reade, and Don Wick. Special guests were prospective members Morley Lyle and Chamber of Commerce’s Kathy Brehm (who is an approved candidate for orientation training).
Announcements and Reports:
Open Mic Night Registration – San Gabriel valley youth ages 11-18 may now register through August 9, 2011, for the “Open Mic” night on Friday, August 12. 2011 (see time and location details in calendar below). It is billed as a unique opportunity to showcase and share singing, dancing, instrumental, spoken word and unique talent for five minutes before a live audience.
According to a press release “This substance-free event is organized for the youth to promote the idea that young people can have fun without using alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. Free expression is encouraged but participants will have to follow guidelines set on the registration form.”
The event is jointly sponsored by the Pacific Clinics – Asian Pacific Family Center, Garvey School District, and the Rosemead Youth Leadership Center. For reservations or further information Please contact Nancy Trinh at 626/287-2988 or email at sgvaodyouthcouncil@yahoo.com .
Key Club Aids Walk Registration – Don Bosco Key Club President Justin Lieu has called attention to the fact that Key Club Division 10 South is forming a team for AIDS Walk Los Angeles in West Hollywood , Sunday, October 16, 2011. Registration is now open by going to this URL address and using the pull-down menu to reach team name “Division 10 South Key Club – 2067.”
LTC July Birthday Celebration and Commendation – Four Rosemead Kiwanians (Bob Bruesch, Art Landing, Carol Mahoney and Mario Manzano) participated in the RKC’s monthly hosting of a birthday celebration for clients of the Lincoln Training Center. This month there were 19 celebrants.
The Lincoln Training Center has recently received a letter of commendation from Wes Roberson of the California Department of Rehabilitation This letter is reproduced below:
“ It is my pleasure to write this letter of support on behalf of Lincoln Training Center. Belinda Owens and her team are consummate professionals who provide superior employment services for people with disabilities. Each staff member is passionate about the mission of Lincoln Training Center and it is this invaluable quality of their work ethic that facilitates the success of Lincoln Training Center within the community.
“Lincoln training center has developed creative ays to provide unique opportunities for persons with disabilities in a stagnant economy. Through their diligence, collaboration and willingness to go the extra mile for their consumer, they are continually building bridges between employers and persons with disabilities.
“Lincoln Training Center is at the forefront of the paradigm shift in how employment services are to be delivered.”
Now housed in its own facility in South El Monte with a branch in Roseville, the LTC has come a long way from its initial involvement with the RKC nearly sixty years ago (and today other Kiwanis Clubs as well). We are happy for our long and ongoing relationship.
Featured Program – University of the West Outreach
Dr. Jerry Liu of University oif West receives speaker’s cup from
RKC Past President Bob Bruesch after speech at 7/21/2011
Meeting.
--- photo by Kiwanian Lou Reade
Dr. Jerry Liu, newly appointed outreach co-ordinator for what is the largest Buddhist affiliated university in North America, reviewed three programs they will be implementing this fall:
1) Public Safety Administration Program
2) Mandatory Community Service for students
3) Internship program for students with organizations and businesses.
Dr. Liu, who has had extensive experience in both the private and public sector, maintained that both government and education establishments tend to have world view tunnel vision as compared to business. With a student body that is 50% domestic and 50% International he feels that students there need to be taught to be teachers, not just mastery of skills. Traditional education can give studens a time fram of rthe past and a structural framework of the present, but the future is up to the individual.
In the area of Public Safety the University will be conducting programs focused on homeland security and natural disasters – examples of current framework and past time frame. This takes time well spent in laying a foundation, but when the time comes to implement reactions in a real time scenario it will take the ability to think and react based on circumstances. We therefore need to train students about what to do when an unexpected curveball comes, because no one can predict every contingency.
Dr. Liu stressed that the lecture/memorize approach to education is simply not enough when it comes to dealing with he furure. We must relate the textboox historical timeline to current events in preparation for meeting currently unknown future needs. China is an example of a current dynamo facing major problems. It is water deficient and the reallocation of available supplies to urban areas are causing crops to suffer. They are using their trade surpluses to tie up raw materials everywhere but to what end if it becomes ecologically unfeasible to use them? In order to see how all the pieces fit together individuals must pay attention to the backstory behind the heasdlines.
UW currently has 200 students, only half of whom who live on campus. They have dormitory space for many more. As the student body increases Dr. Liu sees it as essential that they interact with the “real world” – hence the need for community service and internships. He concluded by stating that he hoped for ongoing positive interaction between the RKC and UW.
Happy/Sad $ Highlights
Carol Mahoney advised us that her next trip would be to Iowa … Bob Bruesch reprised support letters for the Fall Health Fair and his dire to increase the RKC’s involvement to full sponsorship level (which will require another $500 commitment) … Mario Manzano rejoiced in the approach of the Los Angeles County Fair … Art Landing reported that Dean Wharton is recuperating from a back injury incurred while decorating for a party and distributed the 2010-2011 RKC Brochure. … Don Wick gave thanks for the safe freeway today … Elizabeth Landing thanked Mario for arranging for contribution of canned goods to People for People …Lou Reade reminded us that safety is an ongoing awareness topic and that expiration dates on food supplies are variable in their significance. 50/50 was won by Elizabeth Landing.
Upcoming Activities and Programs
Thursday, July 28, 2011 – Special RKC Meeting and Election
Board Meeting and Election – The board meeting will begin at 11:00 am for officers and board members (all Rosemead Kiwanians welcome) and continue into our normal meeting time. There will be a break for lunch and 2011-2013 elections (see announcement above). If time allows we also hope to have a report on the Kiwanis International convention just concluded in Geneva, Switzerland, and KI’s Eliminate world-wide service project.
Friday, July 29, 2011 – Summer “Concert in the Park” series
Chico - Garvey Park (7933 Emerson Place, Rosemead) will feature "Chico,” which has been providing " quality professional musical entertainment for wedding receptions, community and corporate events for over 35 years.“ from 7:00-9:00 pm – there will be no admission charge. Picnic baskets and a readiness to dance are encouraged
Wednesday, August 3, 2011 - Special Business Event
Payroll Tax Seminar – WorkSource/Career Partners (WS/CP) will be co-hosting (with the Internal Revenue Service and California Employment Development Department) a free Federal/State Basic Payroll Tax Seminar. It will extend from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the WS/CP offices, 3505 N. Hart Avenue, Rosemead.
Covered subjects will include:
· California payroll reporting requirements: forms, employer obligations, reporting, and payment requirements. This will include both green card requirements and mandatory notification procedures to the State of new hires.
· Independent Contractor reporting requirements
· Electronic filing and payment requirements and options
· Federal payroll reporting requirements: Forms 940, 941, 1099,
W-2, W-4, W-9, and alternative filing methods
Reservations are recommended, either via the telephone, 866/873-6086, or the Internet www.edd.ca.gov/payroll_tax_seminars/ .
Thursday, August 4, 2011 – Regular Luncheon Meeting
Solutions to Homelessness – Scott Chamberlain is the Executive Director of the SGV Housing and Homeless Coordinating Council. The Council has divided the San Gabriel Valley into four “Cluster” groups , of which Rosemead is in Cluster Two (comprised of Alhambra, El Monte, Montebello, Monterey Park, Rosemead, San Gabriel, South El Monte, and Temple City). The Council was authorized in April, 2009, by the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments and formally began operation in mid-2010. Each cluster has an estimated homeless population of 1200-1300 at any given time.
Within each cluster, according to the sgvhhcc.org website, the objective of the Council is to mobilize “churches and service providers that can interface with City staff in order to help increase capacity for housing and more effective referrals for those experiencing homelessness.” Pastor Chamberlain brings to the effort his experience of 20 years with the Los Angeles Union Rescue Mission and similar groups.
In his presentation Pastor Chamberlain will be discussing Implementing the Regional Homeless Strategy for the San Gabriel Valley.
Friday, August 5, 2011 – Summer “Concert in the Park” series
Smooth Touch - Rosemead Park (4343 Encinita, Rosemead) will feature "Smooth Touch," billed as “one of the most sought after LIVE dance bands in Southern California,” from 7:00-9:00 pm – there will be no admission charge. Picnic baskets and a readiness to dance are encouraged,
Friday, August 12. 2011 – Open Mic Night
Talent show opportunity – Youth with talent (see article above) will have opportunity to present it to the community at a free concert from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at the Garvey Intermediate School auditorium. 2720 N. Jackson, in Rosemead. Advance registration by presenters is required with an August 9, 2011, deadline.
