HomeMy WebLinkAbout3.2 Recognition of Dublin Rotary on its 50th Anniversary (2)STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
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Agenda Item 3.2
DATE:February 2, 2021
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM:Linda Smith, City Manager
SUBJECT:Recognition of Dublin Rotary on its 50th Anniversary
Prepared by: Colleen Tribby, Assistant City Manager
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will recognize the Rotary Club of Dublin in celebration of its 50
th anniversary.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recognize the Rotary Club of Dublin’s 50
th anniversary.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
On Thursday, January 21 the Rotary Club of Dublin marked its 50th anniversary in an online
celebration that was attended by many past and present Rotarians. The City Council wishes to
recognize the Club for its contributions over the years and history of service to the community.
The Rotary Club of Dublin was established in 1971 as part of the global network of Rotary clubs
across the world. Since then, it has brought together local businesses, professionals, and civic
leaders who aim to make a difference in the community by supporting and participating
in programs and service projects that improve lives.
In addition to partnering with charitable groups, schools, and the City each year to support
projects in our community,Dublin Rotary participates in efforts outside Dublin and even at the
international level that support its mission. Over the last year Dublin Rotary continued its
community service through a variety of projects supporting the COVID-19 healthcare response in
Alameda County, including partnering with Meals on Wheels and the Tri-Valley Haven Food
Pantry to deliver food to those in need.
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Some of the many ongoing community-wide service projects, activities, and groups supported by
Dublin Rotary over the years include:
Alameda County Stand Down Event (volunteering services to honor veterans)
Dublin Fire Department (providing training supplies)
Veteran's Day Recognition Luncheon
Community All Stars Recognition Event (to honor local police, fire, City, and education
professionals)
Recognition of Dublin’s Educators of the Year
Let's Go Fishing (volunteer at annual event for children with disabilities)
Free Fingerprinting of Children (for parent's records)
Holiday Giving Initiatives to Needy Families (bicycles, food, and gift certificates)
Contributions to further the work of Local Charities (e.g., Hope Hospice, Eric's Corner, and
the School of Imagination)
Annual Bike Assembly Event
Dublin Rotary also supports youth-focused programs such as:
Dublin High School Speech Contest
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards to Interactors (High School-aged Rotarians)
Recognition of Dublin Students of the Month and Year
Donation of Books to Dublin High School Library
Dublin Rotary participates in international service projects that that make a difference in people’s
lives, including:
End Polio Now (Rotary International Campaign for the Eradication of Polio)
Coaniquem Burn Center, Chile (financial contributions and wheelchair donations)
Worldwide Disaster Relief (aid to fund water purification systems and medical equipment)
Tsunami Relief, Thailand 2004 (hands-on assistance in rebuilding the fishing fleet of an
entire village)
Finally, the City would like to recognize Dublin Rotary for its continued involvement in annual City
events, including hosting the beer booth at the St Patrick’s Day Festival and the wine booth at
Splatter.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted.
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ATTACHMENTS:
None.
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