The meeting was called to order at 7:30 a.m. by Ron Coleman who was today's bell ringer.
Chuck Ehninger gave the invocation, beautifully memorializing Bill Palmer.
Today's Guest
Sue Geiger, former Allentown member, was introduced by Ron Coleman.
Membership Moment:
Gwenn announced that the Rotarian of the Month is Bill Palmer.
We note with sorrow the passing of longtime Rotarian Bill Palmer on Sunday, November 5. According to his son, Dave: Bill's "Celebration of Life" service will be held Sat. Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at Stephens Funeral Home, 274 N Krocks Rd., Allentown. Calling begins at 10 a.m. His obituary can be found here: https://www.stephensfuneral.com/obituary/william-e-bill-palmer/
NEW MEMBER INDUCTION
Lisa Greenawalt was sponsored by Gail Micca. Lisa is the executive director of LCTI.
HAPPY DOLLARS
Herb Klotz gave $100 to announce that he and Dianna Dunn are engaged. (Dianna asked if $100 is all she is worth? We predict many fun years ahead for the happy couple!)
Many dollars were given in memory of Bill Palmer and in honor of Herb and Dianna.
SUCCESSION PLAN
Two people have stepped up to be president. We need one more. If you are interested, please reach out to Herb Klotz before he reaches out to you!
HOLIDAY PARTY. DECEMBER 2. 4 pm HERB'S HOUSE
Be ready to celebrate! This will be a potluck dinner. Stay tuned for more details.
SNACK PACKING:
The NWL Snack Packing will take place Wednesday, November 15, starting at 2:00. Each month will be the 3rd Wednesday from 2-2:35.
The next Snack Packing event at Parkland will be November 16. If you would like to help, email Diana Dunn at [email protected]
KINGDOM LIFE FOOD DISTRIBUTION:
Much help is still needed. There are many more people needing supplementary food than before the pandemic, and the setup work takes many hands. Please come out if you can help.
The upcoming dates for Kingdom Life Food Pantry Giveaway are:
Nov. 11 Dec. 9 Jan. 13
PARKLAND C.A.R.E.S. PRODUCE DELIVERY:
The Pantry holds its food distributions on the first Saturday of each month for all of 2023. Three volunteers are needed each time. Food collections for Parkland C.A.R.E.S. are held the third Wednesday of each month at the Pantry on Kernsville Road.
MEALS ON WHEELS:
Meal delivery by AW Rotarians takes place twice each week. Helen Papathanasiou always needs substitute volunteers.
Today's Program:
Vicky Kistler
Director of Community and Economic Development for the City of Allentown.
As CED Director, Vicky oversees the Building Standards and Safety Bureau, Business Development Office, Health Bureau, Housing and Federal Grants Office, Human Relations Office, Planning and Zoning Bureau, and Special Events Bureau.
Kistler also serves as the main liaison between the City and its various community partners that influence the social determinants of health, including businesses, educational organizations, and healthcare providers.
She focused on the many changes and improvements that have occurred in Allentown since she became director 18 months ago.
CALENDAR ALERTS 
December 2: Holiday Party
December 31: Deadline to submit photos for photography contest
March 17: Bingo Fundraiser
May 19: Chili Cookoff Fundraiser
April 20: Rotary Day of Service
NEXT MORNING MEETING IN-PERSON:
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, will be a special meeting. DG Diane will be attending, and we will have special recognition of our members who work on food insecurity projects. It's the day before Thanksgiving, so please plan to spend your morning with us before you travel or begin your Thanksgiving preparations. This is our day to give thanks for our District Governor and for all of you who are serving the hungry in the Lehigh Valley.
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