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7 July 2014
Champaign Exchanger
Volume 89, No. 1
National Best Club Bulletin
Editor - Tom Williams, Sr.
1980-1981, 1981-1982, 1986-1987
1987-1988, 1998-1999, 2012-2013
2014-15 Champaign Exchange Club
Programs of Service Schedule
American Citizenship
4 July 2014 - GiveAKidAFlagToWave Sept. 2014 - GiveAKidAFlagToWave
Oct. 2014 - Proudly We Hail Awards (6) 24 Nov. 2014 - One Nation Under God Luncheon
Nov. 2014 - One Nation Under God Flag Pamphlets
Community Service
Sept. 2014 - Seniors Vial of Life 25 Oct. 2014 - National Day of Service
29 Nov. 2014 - Salvation Army Bell Ringing Dec. 2014 - Eastern Illinois Food Bank
March 2015 - Police Officer of the Year March 2015 - Firefighter of the Year
Prevention of Child Abuse
Aug. 2014 - Crisis Nursery Diapers & Baby Wipes Sept. 2014 - Crisis Nursery Coloring Books/Crayons
March 2015 - Time Out Teddy Police Dept. March 2015 - Time Out Teddy Fire Dept.
March 2015 - Child Abuse Prevention Pamphlets 18 April 2015 - Believe in the Blue
April 2015 - Campaign For Kids
Service to Youth
Sept. 2014 - Boys & Girls Club Snacks for Kids March 2015 - Boys & Girls Club Snacks for Kids
May 2015 - Nursing Scholarship May 2015 - A.C.E. Award
Fundraising Project
Oct.-Nov. 2014 - Bergner Days
National
Service Award
Requirements
To earn the National
Service Award a club
must complete one
project in each of the
four service areas and
sponsor two additional
projects from any of
the four areas.
When a club earns
the award they will
receive a banner
patch and individual
lapel pins for each
club member.
Additionally, the club
will receive a banner
patch for each
completed service
project. When the
same project is
completed more than
once in a given year,
the club will receive a
star patch for each
additional completed
service project.
July 28 is National
Milk Chocolate Day,
how appropriate.
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This will be the second July week that we'll not have a noon luncheon. Some of the
members of our club will still be out of town on vacation. If you are one of those
remaining in town this week enjoy the break, catch some rays from the sun, but not too
many, and catch up on your yard work.
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Our delegates to the National Convention in New Orleans will be back in time to
report on the happenings at the convention including - election of officers & directors,
changes in the by-laws, and any other significant events that happen to come up.
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I know it's hard to believe our club will be 88 years old
this week but it's true. It's been 88 years since Charter President Earl Harrington and
Secretary Seely Johnston were holding the first meeting of the new club at the Inman
Hotel in downtown Champaign. The club would continue to meet at the Inman Hotel
for the next three or four decades. How time flies when you're having fun.
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We're working on a program for this week, a day after our club . chartered. One thing's
certain, Nancy will have a tasty chocolate Birthday Cake.
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On August 6 & 9, 1945 the United States dropped the world's
first two atom bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki respectively.
This historic event finally convinced the Japanese to announce their surrender to the
Allies just six days later on August 15, 1945 ending World War II. It also began a
new era, the era of the expansion of atomic and nuclear weapons and the "Cold War."
Coming Events
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No meeting this Monday noon because of members on vacation.
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The United States has 109 protected areas
known as National Monuments. We also have
35 National Memorials. The Antiquities Act
of 1906 authorized the president to proclaim
"historic landmarks, historic and prehistoric
structures, and other objects of historic or
scientific interest" as national monuments. The
United States Congress can also establish
National Monuments by legislation.
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The decision will be made later on in July whether or not to hold a luncheon this week.
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We'll not be holding a meeting today due to the
Labor Day Holiday, but we will be very busy with
Exchange none the less. All able-bodied members will be in Urbana handing our
American Flags to the children along the Labor Day Parade route.
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More details will be forthcoming as we get closer to the
holiday from Committee Chair Frank Scantlebury.
The Labor Day Parade is not as big a parade in terms
of spectators with children but we still need to have
someone to ride in the back of the truck and a couple
members to help the Urbana Exchangites pass out the
flags. We have been handing out between 900-1,300
flags at Labor Day Parades.
Coming Events
A Very Questionable Leadership Team ??? (All these photos from the district convention are courtesy of Madeline VanKeuren)
Mardi Gras night at the district convention found a very unusual group of Exchange "leaders". On the left we find
the quiet one, Katie Smith, our past Region 3 Vice President from Owatonna, Minnesota. In the middle is yours truly,
Past District President and incoming Champaign Exchange Club President Tom Williams, Sr. Now, I don't know
what to say about the "Court Jester" on the right. Wearing the Court Jester hat, the biggest bead necklace I've ever
seen (maybe I'm just jealous because his necklace was bigger than mine), and a mischievous smile stretching from
Urbana all the way to Murfreesboro, TN, was our soon to be Past National President Don Wright. Boy oh boy, I'll bet
the National Convention in the New Orleans French Quarter this coming week will be a real blast.
Here we see the three Champaign Exchange Club Williams Family delegates at the Friday evening Mardi Gras
waiting for their dinner. From the left are Thomas Williams, Jr., Nancy Williams and Tom Williams, Sr.
A Few More District Convention Photos
Above we see National Exchange Club President Don Wright from Murfreesboro, Tennessee doing something
unusual for him. He is addressing the convention delegates from the podium instead of wandering around the floor
in the front of the room talking without a microphone. Don is very comfortable in front of a crowd and he has a
great sense of humor. Listening to Don talk about Exchange are our Region 3 Vice President Jim Ruzon (left) from
Joliet, then Lincolnland District President-Elect Bill VanKeuren from Mattoon, and hiding behind the pitcher of
water is Lincolnland District President Emy Trotz from Naperville.
National President Don Wright installs the Lincolnland Youth Foundation Trustees. From the left are Kathy Johnson
(Quad Cities), Jim Ruzon (Joliet), Jan Jacobs (Naperville), Dennis Koch (Quincy), Lisa Alsip (Grayslake), Joe Johnson
(Quad Cities), and Bill VanKeuren (Mattoon).
Convention Brain Trust
District Convention Co-Chairs John Hummel
and John Smith huddle around Convention
Treasurer David Wilson as David points out to
Hummel that he needs to keep his committee
chairpersons spending under control, especially
Friday evening.
(I just had a call from Judy Hummel & JoAnn
Smith and they take umbrage with my term
"Brain Trust" as applied in this instance.)
Above we see Champaign Exchange Club President Thomas Williams, Jr. accepting the Lincolnland District 100%
Club Award from District President Emy Trotz of Naperville. The club received a certificate and a patch to put on
their banner for meeting a large set of requirements during the 2013-2014 administrative year. In the back left we see
National President Don Wright and Region 3 Vice President Jim Ruzon (Joliet). On the right are District Award
Committee Chairman Scot Warren (Naperville) receiving gossip from District Director Joel Koch (Quincy)
Lincolnland District Convention Spirit Award Committee Chairlady Nancy Williams, center, presents the
2014 Spirit Award to two representatives of the North Chicago Exchange Club. Although there were not as
many clubs vying for the award this year there was no doubt that the North Chicago Club had lots of spirit.
The two highest awards an Exchangite from the Lincolnland District can receive are the Distinguished
Service Award and Exchangite of the Year Award. Above we see an extremely deserving Exchangite
receiving the Exchangite of the Year Award, Helen Cook of the Belleville Exchange Club on the left, from
Lincolnland District President Emy Trotz of Naperville. Among Helen's many accomplishments are she
served as our district president a couple years ago, she's the backbone of the Belleville Club, she's served
on many, many district committees, and most of all, she never says no to a request to help. A great choice!
Here we see District Rookie of the Year Award Chairman Tom Williams, Sr. of Champaign announcing
the award as District President Emy Trotz of Naperville presents the award to Rick Mercer of Mattoon.
2014-2015 Candidates for National President-Elect
. .
Ron Lashmett
Orange Co., CA
Russ Finney
West Chester, OH
Russ Finney joined Exchange in 1995. He's been club president for 7 terms and has helped build 2 Exchange Clubs. He obtained 7 new members in the past 3 years and earned his 25 member pin in 2004. He received the Distinguished Club President Award. Russ has served as district director, president & secretary. For the district, he was instrumental in developing the District Strategic Plan.
For the NEC, Russ has served on the Growth, Leadership Development, Exchange Leadership Excellence, Member Development, Strategic Planning, Investment, Budget & Finance, and Exchange University Committees. A certified Exchange Leadership Excellence trainer, he developed the first Exchange University online training course and is a volunteer field representative.
Russ attended the US Air Force Academy & Univ. of Southern California, and has training in finance & aviation. He is a Berkey Fellow, active with the AF Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol and a parishioner. He and his wife Kathie have two grown children and four grandchildren.
Brenda Robinson
Sugar Land, TX
Dan McQueeney
Charleston, SC
Ron Lashmett joined Exchange in 1994. He's held the club offices of president, secretary & treasurer, and currently serves as president-elect of the Crossroads Exchange Club. Highly active in the California/Nevada District, Ron served as district director & president. He developed the first strategic plan and was president of the district foundation. Ron has been named Exchangite of the Year for both his club and district, and has earned his district's Lifetime Achievement Award.
For the NEC, Ron was Region 1 Vice President for 2 terms, and was elected national treasurer for two 2-year terms, serving simultaneously as trustee for the NEC Foundation. As the club builder of 2 clubs, he worked as a sponsor and mentor during the life of the clubs. Ron was named Outstanding Regional vice President in 2005-2006.
Ron attended Mesa Junior College and California State U., Fullerton, and works as a CPA at Lashmett & Associates. Ron was a soccer coach for many years, and he and his wife Shirley have five children.
Dan McQueeney joined Exchange in 1992. He's held the offices of club president, secretary & director, as well as district president, secretary & director. He served as a club builder for 3 Exchange Clubs. Active in his club, Dan has been involved with many programs and social events, and was named Exchangite of the Year by 2 clubs. Dan served 2-terms as district director and was chair-person for New Club Building and Nominating Committees, and served on the Awards Committee.
For the NEC, Dan's served on the Growth, Investment, and Budget & Finance Committees. He was elected Region 10 VP at the 95th National convention. Dan graduated from The Citadel and Armstrong University.. A retired USAF Major and war veteran, he earned many military awards & medals. Dan is currently a semi-retired Consultant with Merrill Lynch. He's an involved alumnus of The Citadel, a member of local historical societies and a 5k race director. He supports the NEC Foundation, is a Berkey Fellow and Dr. North Society member. Dan and his wife Caroline have three children.
Brenda Robinson joined Exchange in 1992. She served as club president and chair of the Fundraising Events & Projects Committees. Brenda has signed 3 new members and helped build 3 Exchange Clubs in the past 3 years. Highly involved in child abuse prevention, Brenda taught about Shaken Baby Syndrome in schools & health fairs, and let her club to earn 2 CARD Awards. She served as an Exchange Parent Aide for 5 years, and was awarded Parent Aide of the Year by the local CAP center.
At the district level, Brenda served as president for 2 terms, and performed various types of training. Brenda was named District Exchangite of the Year, and received the Outstanding District President Award. for the NEC, Brenda served 2 terms as Region 5 Vice President and on the Public Relations, Awards, EXCEL Clubs, Large Clubs, and the NEC Foundation's Berkey Committees.
Brenda attended Fullerton Junior Coll. & California State U. Fullerton. Outside Exchange, she serves on the board of several local children's agencies, and earned awards for community service. A retired investment brokerage office manager, she and husband Robert have 2 children and 8 grandchildren.
Dennis G. Koch, Exchange Club of Quincy,
IL and Past Lincolnland District President,
is running unopposed for re-election to the
National Exchange Club Foundation Board.
Dennis is a good friend and an outstanding
Exchangite. He is the President & Owner
of the Dennis Koch CPA firm in Quincy.
Chartered 27 July 1926
Champaign Exchange Club
1812 Coventry Drive
Champaign, IL 61822
Phone: (217) 356-1057
Meeting Every Monday at 12:00 Noon Except Holidays
O’Charley’s Restaurant 730 W. Town Center Blvd.
President: Tom Williams, Sr.
Immediate Past President
Thomas Williams, Jr.
Secretary/Treasurer:
Nancy Williams
Directors: Richard Adkins Norma Dieker Anne Johnston Wally Lehman Dottie Mikucki
Frank Scantlebury
E-Mail: [email protected]
Firefighter of the Year
Police Officer of the Year
Nursing Scholarships
A.C.E. Award
Prevention of Child Abuse
Time Out Teddy
Crisis Nursery
Eastern Illinois Food Bank
Seniors Vial of Life
National Day of Service
Believe in the Blue
Campaign For Kids
GiveAKidAFlagToWave
One Nation Under God
Freedom Shrines
Proudly We Hail Awards
Book of Golden Deeds
Student of the Month/Year
Don Moyer Boys & Girls Club Snacks For Kids
Salvation Army Bell Ringing
Americanism - Child Abuse Prevention - Community Service - Service to Youth
Champaign
Exchange Club
1812 Coventry Drive
Champaign, IL 61822 .
Tom Williams, Sr.
Editor
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