Cumulative Member Participation
(Minimum criteria for membership participation is 60%)

Lee Adams Leave
Ed Blumenauer 100
Ed Crawford 100
Leslie Davidson 98
Ken Dell 100
Larry Fellows 89
Eric Gatrell Leave
Mark Gaver 83
Patrick Haley 100
Bud Jackson Senior
Jerry Jenkins 100
Jim Krysiek 100
Glenn Magaha 100
Dave Maloney 100
Charlie Mertz 100
Frank Parker 100
Phil Pople 100
Bob Rankin Senior
Austin Rippeon Senior
Clyde Roney 100
Carmi Sayler Senior
Doc Schaden Leave
Christine Semon 100
Paul Sheets 100
Vern Simmons 100
Ellis Stroup 100
Rob Summers 100
Jim Wiggins 86

Oct 6 - Ken's Krazies - Board Meeting

Oct 13 - Oct 13 Dwayne Robbins, local youth programs

Oct 20 - Ed Goley, Economic Development in Frederick County

Oct 27 - Dan Kurtenbach, Goodwill Industries of Monocacy Valley

Ken's Korner by Pres. Ken Dell

It’s 7 pm Friday evening, and I'm sitting here at the office trying to gather all the many thoughts I’ve had about now being your President for the new Kiwanis year. First, I thank you for the chance to serve. This is a great opportunity, and I will try to give it as much time as I can. I am trying to cut down on the 70+ hours a week here at the office so I can devote more time to you in order that we can move forward together. There are so many opportunities for us as individuals and as a group to serve our community and each other. Please take a moment to think of how you would like to impact the community, whatever it may be. Do you want to help more children or adults or care-giving organizations or basic service facilities or what? What would you personally do if the opportunity was available — give of your time & talents, or give money? Do you desire to see some self-help or self-improvement projects that are ongoing in our club? Our club is in a time of transition and your input is important and needed so our club can use its resources, both people and money, in a way to provide the most impact to our community and keep our member both actively involved and happy.

We also need to grow our club membership. We may possibly lose more “regular” members to moving or illness this year. Your help is needed; talk to your neighbors, golf partners, daughters/sons, daughters/sons-in-law, fellow church members, former members, as well as other volunteers at various events you may assist at, etc.

I thought about making a survey form for you to complete but the survey is only as good as the questions. I believe that you as fellow humans, alive and able to think for yourselves, can do just as good a job. Therefore, I’m asking each of you to think about the questions asked above and take a few minutes to put down your thoughts and ideas/suggestions. And please don’t just think about how or what was done in the past but how we can address the future in this constantly evolving world and do not be afraid to offer new ideas or ways. We need to keep Kiwanis not only fun but relevant to our community. Your help and input is needed and appreciated. You may do so anonymously if you choose, but please remember to suggest things/ideas that you personally would be a part of.

Till next time,

Ken.

P.S: I wanted you to be aware that my email is at the office, so I only get your messages during the workday. Feel free to call me at home or work whenever necessary.

Mark Gaver & GTI Federal Honor Russ Turney

Right: On behalf of The Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick Fund, Carmi Sayler, left, accepts a $5,000 check from Mark Gaver, President of GTI Federal, in memory of Kiwanian Russell D. Turney, Sr.

Frederick, Maryland; September 30, 2004: Mark Gaver, President of GTI Federal and a member of the Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick, contributed $5,000 to The Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick Fund, one of over 450 funds held by The Community Foundation of Frederick County. Mr. Gaver made the gift in memory of Russell D. Turney, Sr., who passed away on September 12, 2004 at the age of 57. Mr. Turney was a member of the Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick, serving as past president and current District Lt. Governor Elect, and a 25 year employee of the Frederick County State’s Attorney’s Office, serving as Chief Investigator.

"Russ Turney was a giving person who was always there to help those in need. This gift honors his spirit of humanity by establishing funds that will assist those in the Frederick community in the name of Russell D. Turney, Sr.," shares Mr. Gaver. In accordance with the Turney family’s wishes, Mr. Gaver asked that the contribution be used to benefit those in Frederick County seeking an education in the field of criminal justice.

The Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick turned to the Community Foundation to establish The Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick Fund as a donor-advised fund. This allows The Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick to recommend where the fund’s charitable disbursements might be directed in carrying out the service club’s charitable activities, particularly those relating to children and senior citizens in Frederick County. The flexibility of its donor-advised fund allows the Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick to stipulate that Mr. Gaver’s gift be used toward scholarships for Frederick County students studying criminal justice as a way to honor Mr. Turney’s memory.

Other service clubs interested in starting their own funds with the Community Foundation may call 301.695.7660 or visit www.cffredco.org for more information. Since 1986, the Community Foundation has been working with individuals, families, businesses, and civic associations to establish charitable funds that enhance the local quality of life by awarding grants and scholarships.

Additional contributions to The Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick Fund are accepted in any amount at any time. Checks may be made payable to and mailed to The Community Foundation of Frederick County, 312 East Church Street, Frederick, MD 21701. Insert “Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick” in the check’s memo line. To make a gift using Visa or MasterCard, call 301.695.7660. Gifts are tax deductible to the furthest extent of the law.

Orchids Make for Interesting Speaker Program

Darby Jones, owner of Misty Mountain Orchids, amazed members with orchid information including characteristics and care tips.

Darby shows off a chocolate orchid	Ellis makes a purchase	Christine thanks Darby	Paul enjoys the chocolate smell

Event Planner Provides Tips

An aquaintance of Phil Pople, Roxanne Rukowicz, Associate Sales Manager and Event Planner at ESPNZone in Washington, DC, offered to provide the club with tips on running a successful Silent Auction. Christine, Auction Chair, was spotted furiously taking notes. Left, Phil thanks Roxanne for taking the time to provide our club with such valuable information.

Community Foundation and FMH Safe Program

Pictured left, Katherine LeComte (right) and Kim Day from the Frederick Memorial Hospital Safe Program (a program to assist the victims of sexual assault) accept a $500 donation from the Pres. Jerry Jenkins of the Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick.

Pictured right, Betsy Day, center, Director of the Community Foundation of Frederick County, explained the operation of the Community Foundation of Frederick County, including how it serves the community, who benefits, and how our club can work closely with the Foundation to improve the effectiveness of our Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick Fund which is held by the Community Foundation. With Betsy are club VP Christine Semon and club Pres Jerry Jenkins.

Lt. Gov. Art Riley Inducts New Officers

Art Riley, Lt. Gov. of Division 9 of the Capital District, recently inducted the new 2004-2005 club officers for the Kiwanis Club of Suburban Frederick. Shown right (left to right) Sec. Rob Summers, Pres. Ken Dell, Treas. Leslie Davidson, V. P. Patrick Haley, Pres. Elect Christine Semon, and Lt. Gov. Art Riley. Shown left outgoing Pres. Jerry Jenkins, left, congratulates his replacement, Pres. Ken Dell.