What began as a planned two-year stint in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve turned into a lifelong military career for one Allen County veteran.
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Two local senior care officials, Samantha Kerner, director of sales at Springview Manor, and Jessica Trinko, executive director of Lima Convalescent Home, spoke to the group about how the landscape of senior health care has evolved over the years and what families should consider when making long-term care decisions.
The Lima Rotarians had a busy afternoon as the club awarded its quarterly scholarships.
Scams can take many forms. Amy Carles with the Ohio Consumers' Counsel spoke to Lima Rotarians about various types of utility scams and how they may appear.
Today is World Polio Day and Lima Rotarians heard about the fight to eliminate the disease. Internationally, Rotarians have donated more than 2 billion dollars and countless volunteer hours protecting nearly 3 billion children in 122 countries. With it being 99.9% eradicated many may not know what the polio virus can do.
Berlin Carroll speaking about the role the association plays in making sure courts throughout Ohio ensure independent judiciary through professional development and high-quality education. Ohio is one of a few states that offers an in-state judicial college through the Ohio Supreme Court for court managers. Areas covered are leadership, court performance, accountability, and budgeting. Carroll says it's important that people understand the importance of an independent judiciary.
Lima Rotarians heard from Cenovus' chief sustainability officer and senior vice president today. Rhona DelFrari says the Lima refinery is a critical component of the Canadian-based company. The Lima facility produces gas, diesel, and jet fuel and supplies 25% of the gas used in Ohio. They are also a part of the United States defense supply chain. DelFrari acknowledges less oil being used in the future with the battery-powered vehicle trend growing, but the need for oil-based products isn't going anywhere.
Lima Police Department’s Crime prevention specialist Liz Casey talked to the group about her mission to partner with residents, businesses, and organizations to improve the quality of life and reduce the fear of crime. She also produces a monthly newsletter that spotlights local businesses and organizations talking about different safety topics, like this month focusing on tips for kids as they transition from school to summer.
Agriculture is still under fire when it comes to the harmful algal blooms that have affected area waterways even though years of best water quality practices have been used by farmers. Lima Rotarians hearing about the challenges that Ohio's biggest industry, agriculture, is facing in the ever-changing world of water quality.
Mayor Berger taking questions from Lima Rotarians at Monday's meeting. He fielded several questions about the recent passage of "The Water Infrastructure Improvement Act" making amendments to the Clean Water Act, and also about the ongoing debate on whether commissioners will be staying with the Lima Allen County Building Department.