president sakuji tanaka district 7500 october/november 2012 vol 5

DISTRICT 7500 October/November 2012 Vol 5 No. 4 & 5

District Governor 2012 - 13Joan Vas

Rotary International President Sakuji Tanaka

Governor’s Message

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Applications for District Governor 2015-1016 can be found on the district website. Candidates must

have been a club president for at least one year and a mem-

ber in good standing of a district club..

All applications are due to DG Joan Vas to be received

no later than December 23, 2012

What a differ-ence a storm makes.....will we ever be the same......probably not. However, we will rebuild. We will con-tinue to do what Rotarians

do best; Service Above Self. Dur-ing this holiday season I need to let each of our Rotarians in district know how very much I appreciate their generous donations of time, energy, coordination, and support of the Hurricane Sandy Relief Effort. Rotarians are not known as first responders but we are known for our support, commitment, and service to others. In times like this, we work harder, and are stronger as a group than ever before any other disaster. I would be remiss if I did not in-clude the Rotarians in other districts and around the country who have quickly joined in the relief effort.. Many of the products and goods you have received already have been sent from districts around the globe. Their generosity and support has been tremendous. If you are in need or know of oth-ers who are in need, including soup kitchens, church groups, or any group in need, please go to CVR,

07724. Please check by calling 732-544-1800 to find the hours of operation. I do know that there is a supply of foods (canned and dry goods), as well as personal prod-ucts, paper goods and cleaning supplies in addition to new blankets, hats, gloves and scarves and other used clothing items. The list of available supplies changes as the demand is great and goods are al-ways arriving from various donors. Our Charter Night for E Club 7500 and our Peace Forum, both on De-cember 15, 2012 have been can-celled and will be rescheduled for a later date. With conflict on the rise in several countries, it is difficult to schedule the Peace Forum at this time. There will be a new date soon. Do not forget to register for the District Conference April 26-28, 2013, Casablanca in Cape May, New Jersey. If you register before JAN 1, you save $50. Also, if you register for the golf outing before JAN 1 you save $10. NOTICE THE DATE TO RECEIVE A DIS-COUNT HAS BEEN MOVED TO JANUARY 1, 2013. Applications for District Governor 2015-2016 are now being accepted. The application is available on the District Website and is due by Dec 23 toDG Joan Vas, 10 Edgewater Drive, Matawan, NJ 07747.

Last but by far not least, remember when you are working with volun-teers on the Hurricane Relief Efforts around the district, these volunteers are demonstrating "Service Above Self". You might want to consider them as future Rotarians and ask them to join your club. Wishing you all the blessings of the Holiday Season,Yours in service to Rotary,Joan J. Vas, District Governor

DISTRICT 7500 Oct./Nov. 2012

Medford Sunrise Rotary Club goes to Washington, DC. Pictured are Club President Richard Lechner and President Elect John Converse entering the area of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Brick Morning Rotary Club is thankful to the many many generous patrons of the Brick Shop Rite for their donations of food. The value of the total donation at the end of the day was $16,000. Many thanks to the members of the club for their hard work in collecting and distrib-uting goods to needy families and local distribution centers.

Spring Lake/Brielle Rotary Club Gives Thanks for a Suc-cessful Canathon

Thanks to all our members for this weekend. We collected 5670 lbs. of food which included 70 turkeys. We also collected $1691.00 in cash. People responded very generously because of the storm. We had about 12 kids from St. Catherines and 3 students from Wall High School to help us out . Once again thanks to all members for a successful Food Drive.Rich Kenah

In Memorium

Elma Michals, Wife of

PDG Nick Michals

Bart CarterPalmyra Riverton

Cinnaminson Rotary Club

Roy Herbert Long Branch Rotary Club

Cpl. Christopher Monahan USMC

Grandson of Len AdamsToms River Rotary Club

eClub 7500 Charter Night and

Peace Forum cancelled.

Events will be rescheduled

Letters to the Military

Below are some of the "Letters to the Military" written by 3rd Grad-ers in Manasquan Elementary School on November 12, 2012 Dear Veteran, Thank you for help-ing the people who lost their home in the hurricane by giving them food and clothing. Thank you for careing about my family. Dear Hero, thank for fighting for us. My Grandfather was in the war just like you so I really look up to you. I hope you come home safe. Dear Hero, Thank you for all you have done! I wish you can take a break! But you can't. I remember when my Mom's cousin was in the war. I think I will always look up to you! Always! Dear Soldiers, Thank you for sav-ing us. We are lucky to have you! We had the hurricane and we lost power for a few days. What do you do when you can't watch TV or go on the computer? Keep being our hero. Thank you. Dear Soldier, Thank you for work-ing so hard. I am also safe with my family. I’m so glad America is safe too.

Dear Soldier, Thank you for serving our country and keeping us safe. I hope you get to see your family soon. I appreciate you for risking your lives to protect us. Dear Soldier, Thank you for your hard work. It is a difficult job but you keep us safe. Our country need you. We love our soldiers! Dear Trooper, Thank you for fight-ing for us. I kow that is is a hard job to be in the Army. It can getpretty tough ovre there. Hope you stay safe. Dear Trooper, Thank you for fight-ing in war. I couldn't possibly imag-ine what other places would do to us if we had lost the war but luckily we won! Yay!Thank yo so much. Dear Veteran, Thank you for pro-tecting America. I appreciate your help during the hurricane disas-ter. My famly and I will honor you forever. Thank you for caring. You rock!

Oct./Nov. 2012 DISTRICT 7500

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Medford’s Halloween Parade

a Success

In spite of the approach of Hurricane Sandy the Medford-Vincentown Ro-tary Club held an outstanding parade on Saturday, October 27. The Club made a commitment to the Town-ship of Medford and the surrounding towns that Medford’s Halloween parade, held since 1946, would happen. The Township of Medford was not able to pay for the police or cleanup of Main Street, so the Club had to raise $32,000 that included all the costs associated with the parade. They did this through an early coin drop in Shamong and two coin drops on Medford’s Main Street. They also set up a web site www.medford-Halloweenparade.com, so donations could be made by credit card, sent out 11,000 letters to the citizens of Medford asking for donations, con-tacted local businesses for financial assistance, wrote numerous news releases that appeared in three local newspapers to let the public know of the Clubs financial need to pay for the parade and made direct contact with a large number of potential sponsors. However, the bottom line was, regardless of the amount of money collected, the Medford-Vincentown Rotary Club was going to have the Halloween parade in down town Medford.

My personal thanks goes out to everyone that contributed money for this great annual event. A very special thank you is given to the Medford-Vincentown Rotary Club membership. In the weeks that led up to the parade our club member-ship put in many hours of time planning this event, negotiating an agreement with the Township of

Medford that allowed us to pay for the police and cleanup of Medford’s Main Street, supervised the installa-tion of additional lighting over Main Street, looked for sponsors, raised money though coin drops, and at the front doors of various grocery stores, and other enterprising ways to raise funds. Then on the day of the parade the membership set up the judge’s stand, lined up the huge number of floats, antique autos, fire engines that came from near and far, the marching bands from our local high schools, and a large number of walking participants at St. Mary’s Elementary School on Route 70. At the completion of the parade, the membership cleaned the parking lot at St Mary’s Elementary School, in-sured that Main Street was returned to its manicured appearance, and removed the judge’s stand and many other items.

As I rode down Main Street in one of the lead cars, I saw the thousands of families that came to Medford for the parade and especially the young-sters who sat on the curbs with wide eyes and happy smiles. When I saw all this, I knew the weeks of the hard work that was accomplished by my Rotary Club was worth every min-ute.

I am very proud of the men and women of the Medford-Vincentown Rotary Club and to be their Presi-dent. They are a magnificent group of men and women who live every day by the motto, “Service above Self”Bob Wardle, PresidentMedford-Vincentown Rotary Club

Mayor Randy Pace thanks the Med-ford-Vincentown Rotary for continu-ing the tradition by once again pro-ducing a fantastic Halloween Parade. Pictured Jen Segelken, John Furgione, Mayor Randy Pace, President Bob Wardle, Jack Lynn, Fr. Don Muller


"Long Beach Island Dealing with Disaster" People are finally allowed to go on to LBI...I personally have not driven over the bridge yet...but I will as soon as I can...I work at an insur-ance agency and everyone has been doubling up hours just to start the claims process for everyone....includ-ing Saturday and Sunday (I'm here now). People are now just getting a sense of what damage they have and what will be covered or not covered. Not sure what businesses are open... As for our Rotary Club, we are holding a board meeting this coming Thursday morning to discuss what is needed and where as well as what roll our club specifically will have. Until we have our meeting, I simply ask that you give us a chance to as-sess and I'll reach out to you all again on Thursday with an update. In the interim, if your club or anyone you know wishes to donate money (not that we are asking...would almost prefer you wait until I can report what is needed) you can send it care of: LBI Rotary / Hurricane Relief FundP.O. Box 500Ship Bottom, NJ 08008 We will be sure it goes to good use specifically for this particular cause...that is all I can report for now.. Thanks again to all of you! Yours in Rotary,John TranchidaPresident Elect Long Beach Island Rotary Club

"Asbury Park Rotary Club Thankful for Assistance"

District Governor Joan,

On behalf of the Rotary Club of Asbury Park and all those we helped today thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Due to the devastation of Hur-ricane Sandy, both the Mercy Center and Atonement Lutheran Church food pantries were incredibly low on supplies. These Rotary donations will make a tremendous difference to those in need. We can't thank enough District 7490 and District Governor Bonnie Sirower for these absolutely incredible donations.

Boxes and boxes of needed supplies. Truly amazing. I am so proud to be a Rotarian and it’s days like today when I say Wow, Rotary truly works miracles every single day. We are blessed to be Rotarians! Thank you Joan, you were in-strumental in getting this done and thank you to Tom Price. I was with-out Internet access until yesterday and he was a tremendous help. He is a gem.

Blessings to you and your family.

Yours In Rotary Service,

Penny McDanielPresident

"Mayor Pat Menna (left) pictured with VP Bill Donnelly, visited the Red Bank Club to give an assess-ment of "Sandy" for the Red Bank area."

"Red Bank Rotary Club Presi-dent Kevin Murphy presents it's 2012 Honorary Rotarian award to Bill Knauf, VP of operations at Monmouth Racetrack"

"Marlton Rotary Club Celebrates Military Appreciation Day at Indian Acres Tree Farm"

"Forked River Doggie Derby"

Tony Angona, coordinator of the Forked River Derby, is pictured with some of the over 300 dogs participating . The club made over $5400.

President Harvey with some of the Interact Club

One of the contestants.

PDG Dick Ritchie with Inter-act Advisor Bunny


Tony Angona Doggy Derby Coordi-nator with MC Allison Bibbo

"Marlton Rotary Club President, Anna Marie Bakanas Arranges Cof-fee Drop to Ocean County Office of Emergency Management".


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Leslie Labruto

Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar – 2011/2012

FINAL REPORT

I arrived to London 371 days ago to find a city, an education, and a future that was completely unknown. Now, I have come to call London a second home, have gained ownership over my education, and have a future that is dedicated to the core principles of Rotary. City living – London, England

After meeting my host counselors and host club in London, I felt empowered and ready to tackle all of the logistical issues of moving to a new city; bank accounts, accommodations, transportation cards, best grocery stores, you name it! I sought private accommodations, which wound up being a fantastic decision for me. Partnering with a young professional working with IBM named Sura Alnaher from Austria, we used a letting agent to find a flat in Zone 2 of London, which is very connected and filled with a great community spirit. While private accommodations across London are expensive, we found the perfect flat that was both very safe and spacious. Sura and I have become like sisters, and her international

background enabled me to meet people from across Europe.

Sura is half Iraqi and half British, so she has enriched my cultural understanding of many different walks of life. Likewise, I was able to convince her to venture to America with me in the future, and she has even attended Rotary meetings with me here in London! She is extremely eager and keen to join our nearby Rotary Club in Putney as she believes strongly in the core values of Rotary and is eager to serve her local community.

Beyond my living quarters, my journeys around London proved to be just as enriching as my education. As an American in the United Kingdom, there are certainly mixed perceptions of Americans, although the positives outweigh the negatives. “Friendly”, “patriotic”, and “stubborn” were the three words I most commonly encountered when asking British and EU citizens what

Our flat at 75a Moore Park Road in Fulham

Sura and I enjoying our friendship in

London with British pride!

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they thought of Americans. After long discussions, they were so happy to meet someone who represented America in a well-rounded, positive light. They valued my ambitions and eagerness to study in a foreign country, especially in engineering. Knowing that the international community in London was willing to engage with me helped me understand how to use my engineering wit to combat problems that I normally would have never been exposed to in America. For example, who knew that the second cause of death in Jordan is pedestrian and automobile accidents? The leading cause: lack of crosswalks. A problem as simple as this would never have entered my vision had I not discussed global transportations systems with friends at Imperial College. Rotary Experience in London and Europe

My Rotary calendar quickly filled up once the other scholars and I had an opportunity to meet various club members at the District Conference in Eastbourne in October. Throughout the course of my year, I had the opportunity to speak with the following Rotary Clubs: 2012

Rotary Farewell BBQ, June 16 Rotary Club of Chelsea, May 29 Rotary Club of Putney, May 28 Rotary Club of Geneva (through

fellow scholar, Kira Burke), May 7 Rotary Club of Loughton and

Buckhurst Hill, April 12 Rotary Club of Heston and Isleworth,

February 28 Rotary of St. Marylebone, January 26 Rotaract, Imperial College London,

January 24

2011

Fish n’ Chips Evening at York Gate, December 2

Rotary Club of London, November 7 Rotary District Conference,

Eastbourne, October 21-23 Ambassadorial and Global Scholar

Network Event, October 19 Rotary Welcome Party, October 8

Meeting with the Rotary Club of Putney along the Thames

Presentation at the Rotary Club of Chelsea- a very international bunch!



The Emotional Response to Storms and Flooding

No one who lives through a disas-ter is untouched by the experience. Like other disasters, severe storms and flooding may cause emotional distress, as well as property damage. Disasters may threaten our sense of control and safety, and affect many aspects of our lives.

Disaster stress that is unrecognized or unmanaged may impact our physical and mental health. Dealing with the emotional consequences soon after a disaster may help re-duce the possibility of long-term problems. Recognizing and handling stress properly may help you meet the challenges of recovering from a storm or flood and reclaim your sense of control and security.

This brochure addresses the impact of storms and flooding, as well as strategies for coping. Remember that you don’t have to go it alone! There are several services listed to assist you in managing the emotional con-sequences of these events. Please feel free to reach out to learn more about what behavioral healthcare services are available as your community recovers from the recent storm and flood.

Many Ways to React… Many Ways to Cope

It is important to remember that there is no one correct way to react emotionally to storms and floods. Not everyone reacts the same way, and in fact, you may react in a variety of different ways even in the course of the same day. People get through the emotional challenges of a disaster in their own time and on their own terms.

The best predictor of how a person will react to a disaster is how he or she has reacted to other challenges in the past, and likewise, the best strategies for coping now are those strategies that have worked well in the past.

To help you manage the emotions associated with the storm and flood, use the coping mechanisms that are familiar and comfortable for you. Other ideas for coping are explored in this brochure and may be dis-cussed with counselors and other caregivers.

Predicting and Preparing for Emotional Reactions

Not everyone will have an emo-tional reaction to storms or floods. Those who do will react in their own unique way. Some of the more typi-cal emotional reactions may include:

• Recurringdreamsornight-mares about the storms or floods

• Troubleconcentratingorremembering things

• Feelingnumb,withdrawnordisconnected

• Havingburstsofangerorintense irritability

• Persistentphysicalsymptoms(i.e., headaches, digestive problems, muscle tension, etc.)

• Beingoverprotectiveofyourfamily’s safety

• Avoidingremindersofthestorm or flood

• Beingtearfulorcryingfornoapparent reason


Techniques for Managing Stress and Anxiety

Here are some useful suggestions for coping with the stress and anxiety stemming from storms and flooding:

• Limityourexposuretographic news stories

• Getaccurate,timelyinforma-tion from credible sources

• Seekoutandfollowtheex-perts’ advice

• Educateyourselfaboutthespecific hazards

• Trytomaintainyournormaldaily routine

• Exercise,eatwellandrest

• Staybusy--physicallyandmentally

• Communicatewithfriends,family and supporters

• Usespiritualityandyourpersonal beliefs

• Keepasenseofhumor

• Expressyourselfthroughwriting, poetry, drawing, etc.

• Talkandshareyourfeelingswith others

Staying Connected

Often the best source of assistance in dealing with the emotional aspect of emergencies is found in each other. If you are anxious about the storm or flooding, talk to someone you love or trust. This may be a family member, friend, clergy member or teacher. Just don’t keep your fears to yourself.

If you notice that a loved one, friend or co-worker’s behavior has substan-tially changed, reach out and ask how he or she is doing. Make some time to talk, when it is convenient for both of you, and follow up later on. Watching out for each other demonstrates that you care and may be comforting to both of you.

If you or someone that you know is having an acute emotional reaction that does not subside over the period of a few days, it may be best to seek the assistance of a medical or mental health professional.

Project Esperanza (Hope)

Managing the Emotional Con-sequences of Storms and Flooding

Understanding the Impact and Exploring Strategies for Coping with Weather Emergencies

Toll Free Helpline: 877-294-HELP (4357)TTY: 877-294-4356

Online:www.disastermentalhealthnj.com

You are not alone…Call the toll-free helpline at 877-294-HELP (4357)

This project is sponsored by the New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, Disaster and Terrorism Branch, through a Federal Emergency Management Agency grant, in partnership with the Mental Health Association in New Jersey.

Toms River Rotary Club collects cloth-ing donations for Ocean County Hunger Relief as Past President Chris Christian-sen with Ellen Mosko are about to sort through the donation.

Yes, Virginia, District 7500 DOES have an NID Team!

After months of waiting, the Indian Government has declared January 20, 2013 to be the next date for a National Immunization Day (NID). District 7500 will be sending a team to participate in the massive immunization effort, which will provide the oral polio vaccine to some 172 mil-lion children under the age of five—all in two days.

“We have 13 people right now, mostly Rotarians from New Jersey and Louisiana, but also a couple of non-Rotarian guests,” said team leader Dave Forward of the Medford Sunrise Rotary Club. “What a great way to expose Rotary’s great work to those folks!” He added that anybody interested in joining the team should email him at [email protected]

The team will leave Newark Airport on January 16th and fly via Frankfurt to Delhi. They will meet Rotary’s national polio immunization chair and also sit in on a briefing by the World Health Organization. Then they will travel to Chandigarh, in the northern Indian province of Punjab, where they will enjoy home hospitality with local Rotarians. In addition to the actual po-lio immunization, the team will visit local projects organized by clubs in India. After a very busy week of “Service Above Self,” they will take time to experience the Taj Mahal and will fly back on January 24th. “I don’t think we’ll have any trouble sleeping on the flights home,” said David.

Governor Joan has asked the team to present the highlights of the NID trip at the District Con-ference in Cape May.


Point Pleasant Boro Rotary Club presents Tim Turnham of the Melanoma Research Foundation with a check for $10,000.00.

Photo courtesy of the Ocean Star

New Jersey “Hurricane Sandy” FEMA DR-4086-NJ

Recovery Program Summary

Tele-registrations Received as of December 1, 2012 238,552

Approved Eligible Housing Program Assistance $248,055,113.39

Approved Other Needs Assistance $24,391,336.39

Small Business Administration Home Loan Applications Sent 122,606

Small Business Administration Home Loan Applications Returned 4,670

Small Business Administration Home Loans Approved $33,757,200.00

County Applications HA Amount ON Amount Max Grants

Atlantic 19,790 $24,355,240.78 $5,951,934.56 27

Bergen 12,920 $13,345,794.22 $1,334,102.84 37

Burlington 1,675 $621,964.27 $35,317.58 2

Camden 1,225 $476,600.97 $74,801.62

Cape May 5,387 $4,813,089.27 $930,506.28 3

Cumberland 488 $808,945.80 $98,909.95 4

Essex 25,227 $2,662,316.65 $472,930.88 2

Gloucester 240 $326,600.19 $28,738.50 1

Hudson 27,545 $18,811,393.31 $1,970,477.59 13

Hunterdon 1,160 $109,868.05 $8,158.85 1

Mercer 2,520 $125,162.56 $30,082.67

Middlesex 18,461 $12,091,422.21 $1,379,795.94 38

Monmouth 30,514 $52,713,000.00 $5,188,472.97 222

Morris 5,188 $206,152.93 $27,258.50

Ocean 49,673 $110,984,585.83 $6,105,019.66 591

Passaic 7,085 $284,455.52 $73,762.66

Salem 290 $548,601.86 $209,073.30 4

Somerset 5,177 $383,893.01 $14,861.98

Sussex 2,079 $130,926.34 $24,584.59

Union 21,008 $4,176,866.96 $413,035.21 7

Warren 895 $78,232.63 $19,510.26

Totals 238,552 $248,055,113.36 $24,391,336.39 952

FEMA Tele-Registration & Helpline800-621-FEMA (3362) or

www.disasterassistance.govRegistration DeadlineDecember 31, 2012


FEMA APPEALS: Disaster survivors have the right to appeal FEMA’s decisions. Appeals must be filed within 60 days of the date of the determination letter. Appeals may relate to your eligibility, the amount or type of assistance provided to you, late applications, requests to return money, or ques-tions regarding continuing help. Appeals must be submitted in a writ-ten letter of appeal. When sending an appeal letter for Hurricane Sandy, remember to include:On all pages of all documentsFederal disaster declaration number 4086-DR-NJ.Nine-digit FEMA application number. Kristy Ray for Ken SkalitzkyFEMAVoluntary Agency LiaisonDeputy Group Supervisor609-508-2426


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