Members(12): Susan, Michelle, Carol, Marty, Deb, Christian, Alan, Bob F., Ed G., Emma, Jeff, John
Guests: Visiting Rotarian Jeff Smith (Waterbury), Andrea Spaans, Vanessa Rebentisch (speaker)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
• We are hoping to release butterflies at the Aug. 28 Comtu concert. Butterflies will be sold at the concerts on 6/26 and 7/24. If you can help, contact Sue.
• If you have not paid your 2026-27 membership dues, contact Marty.
TREX PLASTIC CHALLENGE UPDATE
To date, 15,635 pounds of plastic film (over 7.5 tons!) have been removed from the waste stream since we started this project in February of 2023, delivered to Shaw’s Supermarket, and heading to Trex Company for recycling.
Please continue to bring your plastic film to the Springfield Town Library.
NOTE: We need volunteers to help sort the plastic at the Library. For more info, contact Alan.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
July 28, 2026
No Regular Club Meeting
August 4, 2026
Carrie Mobus
Rotary Youth Exchange
NOTE: Programs are updated on the club website.
SERVICE ABOVE SELF
President Jeff welcomed all to the July 21, 2026 club meeting held at the tSpringfield Area Parent Child Training Center. For the thought of the day, he offered this quote attributed to Ed McMahon, "People talk about wanting amenities - downtown is the amenity."
HAPPY EVENTS:
Jeff M: Son John is getting married on Monday in Kentucky
Jeff M: (for Sue P) Happy to be Immediate Past President
Jeff: Main Street recognition
Alan: John's wedding
Jeff S: Successful Waterbury July 4th event
Jeff S: Successful Springfield Alumni Day
Emma: Changing of the Gavel
Emma: Acknowledged Mom's b'day with family
Sue B: Jeff as president: Sue as immediate past president
Sue B: Ducks are walking to the pond
Deb: Old Home Week in Whitingham
Ed G: Chester Music Series
Ed G: Springfield Community Band
Carol: Vanessa
Vanessa: attending today
RAFFLE
The weekly prize of $10 was won by Ed G. The big raffle grows to $279 and only 6 cards left.
PROGRAM:
Vanessa Rebentisch, Executive Director of Springfield On The Move, provided an update on Springfield On The Move's efforts to strengthen the community through downtown revitalization, support for local businesses, community events, and partnerships that enhance the quality of life in Springfield.
She highlighted several initiatives aimed at encouraging residents and visitors to shop locally, participate in community events, and support Springfield's continued economic growth. She also discussed opportunities for volunteers and organizations to become involved in upcoming projects and events.
This bulletin attempts to give a gist of the meeting. However, it is always better to attend. If you have any complaints about the contents of this bulletin...
