Club Meeting: Update from a Former Exchange Student
2023-07-27 11:45 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Black Bear Diner, 30175 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville, OR, 97070, United States
Anna Knill, a Rotary Youth Exchange Student from Switzerland (2016-2017), became the first exchange student through the Rotary Club of Wilsonville when it resumed its program in 2016. She spent almost a year in Wilsonville, attending the High School, joining Rotary events, and living with three host families. After six years, she is now coming back to revisit her “second home” in the United States. She will share memories from her time here, talk about what she has been doing since then, and talk about the impact Rotary Youth Exchange has had on her life.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: In 2016-2017, Anna Knill was a Rotary Youth Exchange Student from Switzerland and spent almost a year in Wilsonville. During that time, she had the opportunity to make many new and lifelong memories and friendships, improve her English, and learn more about the United States and herself. After returning to Switzerland, she studied Health Science and Technologies for her bachelor’s at ETH Zurich then continued her education at the same institution with a master’s degree in biomedical engineering.
Currently, Anna is a PhD candidate specializing in Rehabilitation Engineering at the RELab of ETH Zurich and the Cereneo Foundation. Her focus is on manual dexterity, better understanding of upper limb impairments after neurological injury, and implementing novel assessments into the clinic to enhance the lives of individuals in rehabilitation.
Alongside her academic pursuits, Anna remains to be a passionate athlete (doing mainly triathlon) and loves to spend time with her friends and family. She is a member of the HackaHealth association that organizes Hackathons to craft personalized solutions for daily living for people with disabilities. She volunteers for events like the CYBATHLON, where people with disabilities compete in everyday tasks using assistive technologies.

Club Meeting: Caribbean Latin Music in Oregon
2023-08-03 11:45 - 13:00
Aquiles Montas, bandleader of Conjunto Alegre, will be speaking on Caribbean Latin Music in Oregon. Since coming to Portland 45 years ago, Aquiles has been a leader in promoting Latin Caribbean culture in Oregon and Washington. He shares his knowledge of the music, dance, food, geography and history of the culture.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Aquiles Montas is the bandleader for the Latin music group Conjunto Alegre, which has performed in Oregon and Washington for more than 35 years. He immigrated from the Dominican Republic and has been a resident of the Portland area for 45 years. He graduated from Grant High School in Portland then earned his degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Portland State University. He also studied small business management at Portland Community College. He currently works for Multnomah County as the director of a youth enrichment program in the Northeast Cully neighborhood. He is a proud husband, father, and now grandfather.
In 1984, Aquiles joined forces with his Dominican friend Pedro Beltran and his Puerto Rican friend Amador Marcano to form the Latin music band Ritmo Tropical. In 1987, he broke away and formed Conjunto Alegre (Spanish for “happy band”). That band is still performing all around Oregon and Washington 36 years later, including at the 2023 Wilsonville Rotary Summer Concerts on August 3. Please go to Wilsonville Rotary Summer Concerts website at www.wilsonvilleconcerts.com for more details.
Aquiles has shared the stage with many local and international artists such as Tito Puente. He was selected to play for Cirque Du Soleil in 1999 in Portland and 2000 in Seattle, and has performed and presented at many local events and college campuses. His passion has always been helping people, particularly recent immigrants to find housing, jobs, and health care and with learning the English language. He helps them make connections and find friends through the larger Latin community in the Portland area.
His hobbies and interests include teaching, Spanish, English, dancing, percussion, cooking, history, geography and politics. He will be speaking on the topic of Caribbean music in the Portland area.

Club Meeting: Rotary BREW Fellowship
2023-08-10 11:45 - 13:00
Steve Lack, Vice Chairman of Beers Rotarians Enjoy Worldwide (BREW) Fellowship, will be speaking on BREW Fellowship. Steve is a member of the Rotary Club of Pleasant Hill, California, and a past District Governor for District 5160.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Steve Lack is one of the founders BREW Fellowship, which is an international community of Rotarians who share a love of beer. The BREW Fellowship is one of the newest officially recognized Rotary fellowships. It was created for Rotarians around the world who love to drink and make beer. The BREW Fellowship has been international from the beginning. Its other co-creators include Moses Aryee, past president of the Rotary Club of Accra-West, Ghana, and Past District 5440 Governor Martin Limbird of the Rotary Club of Fort Collins, Colorado.
The goal of BREW is to create the largest fellowship in Rotary. Members also strive to support efforts and projects to bring clean water to those in thirst, since water is the primary ingredient in beer. They learn and practice the Rotary Four-Way Beer Test:
1. Is it ice cold?
2. Is there enough for all concerned?
3. Will it build good times and much better friendships?
4. Can it get any better than this?
For additional information, go to Beers Rotarians Enjoy Worldwide Fellowship website at www.rotarybrew.org.

Club Meeting: From Walk-On to World Champion
2023-08-17 11:45 - 13:00
Sierra Bishop will be speaking about her collegiate rowing career at Oregon State University. She will share her experience from walk-on to World Champion on the US U23 National Team in 2021.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Sierra Bishop graduated in June with her MBA from Oregon State University. She was actively involved on the rowing team and student athlete clubs throughout her time there.

Club Meeting: The Economic Importance of the Latino Community
2023-08-24 11:45 - 13:00
Gale Castillo, President of Canopy, Inc., will be speaking on The Economic Importance of the Latino Community.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Gale Castillo is the president and co-owner of Canopy, one of the largest privately held companies that provides a variety of mental health and wellbeing services globally. Canopy has been recognized by the Portland Business Journal in 2023 as the number one small business “Healthiest Employers” and one of the top innovative companies in Oregon Business Employers.
Castillo is also the chair of the Board of Directors of the Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber (Hispanic Chamber). Castillo previously served as the president and executive director of the Hispanic Chamber for over 20 years. She is one of the founders of the Hispanic Chamber that was established in 1994.
Castillo has worked in both the public and private sector. Public service has included working as an assistant to Gov. Neil Goldschmidt, recommending appointments to boards and commissions. Ms. Castillo was appointed by the governor as the state manager of the Oregon Economic Development Department’s Job Training Administration. In the private sector, Ms. Castillo has worked for AT&T, Pacific Northwest Bell, and RESTOR Communications in management, marketing, and national sales positions.
Castillo has been recognized by many groups over the years for her community service. The most recent awards include:

2023-The Portland Business Journal Women of Influence, Joan Austin Impact Award, the highest award for this event.
2022-The Mexican Consul of Oregon presented Ms. Castillo with the Ohtli Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Government of Mexico to individuals that have worked to “open the path” for new Mexican Americans and Hispanic generations.
2019-Recognized by the Oregon Historical Society as one of “Oregon’s History Makers”.
2016-Congressman Earl Blumenauer recognized Ms. Castillo at his Annual Women’s Leadership Luncheon for outstanding service.
2014-Ms. Castillo was presented with the Legacy Award for Lifetime Achievement for the Minority Enterprise Development Week by the Business Development Institute for playing an integral role in the progress of minority business development.
Also in 2014-Ms. Castillo received a Civic award by the Center for Women’s Leadership.

Ms. Castillo has provided community services to a variety of organizations. Her current community involvements include:

Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber, Board Chair
Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, Portland Branch, Board Member
American Leadership Forum, Class IV Fellow and
International Women’s Forum, Portland

Ms. Castillo is the first in her family to graduate from high school and college. She earned her bachelor of arts from Linfield University, followed by a master of arts in education from Portland State University. She also completed the Executive Education Program at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, and the Leadership Development Program at the Center for Creative Leadership.
Ms. Castillo is Mexican-American. Her family is originally from the Rio Grande Valley in Texas, which was originally part of Mexico. She was raised in Oakland, California in an ethnically diverse community.
Ms. Castillo is married to Jerry Brown. They have three sons: Anthony Castillo Brown, Robert Castillo Mejia, and Brett Brown.

Club Meeting: Oregon 217 Auxiliary Lanes Project
2023-08-31 11:45 - 13:00
Lili Boicourt and Kelly Martin from Oregon Department of Transportation will be speaking on Oregon 217 Auxiliary Lanes Project and what it means for the region.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bios:
Kelly Martin has been working for ODOT for over 20 years in a variety of roles. The past eight years, she’s been a Project Manager in the Portland office leading teams through engineering design of large highway projects. One of those was the design of the OR 217 Auxiliary Lanes Project. Once it began construction, she shifted roles to work in the construction office assisting leadership in the day to day operations.
Lili Boicourt, a nearly 20-year employee of ODOT works in the Community Affairs office leading outreach activities for many of the highway construction projects in the Portland-metro area. She was on the OR 217 Auxiliary Lanes project team that Kelly led and continues to manage all outreach and communications efforts for that project.

Club Meeting: Water Project in India
2023-09-07 11:45 - 13:00
Sujan Shadrak will speak about Water Project in India. He created a fundraiser to buy reusable stainless steel water bottles for underprivileged kids in India. Sujan has used the money raised from GoFundMe and from the generous donations of members of Wilsonville Rotary Club to buy reusable stainless steel water bottles. Sujan will be discussing how the fundraiser went, along with pictures and statistics to show the members how their money was spent, and what is to come of this project in the future.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Sujan Shadrak is a Junior at Wilsonville High School. His main initiative for a reusable water bottle fundraiser was from his grandparents, who told him about the single-use plastic water bottles that kids in underprivileged areas used and threw away on a daily basis. He has great interest in reducing plastic waste as he has researched bioplastics in hope of developing a sustainable biodegradable plastic that can one day replace plastic all around the world. For his research, he has received recognition from the US Marines, The Ricoh Corporation, Broadcam Masters, and the Lemelson Association. The recognition shows his determination to make an impact in the plastic pollution problem all around the world.
For additional information or if you would like to donate, go to Reusable Water Bottles for Children in India gofundme website at www.gofundme.com/f/reusable-water-bottles-for-children-in-india”>org .

Club Meeting: Meet Your Rotarians
2023-09-14 11:45 - 13:00
Rotary is made up of local professionals who desire to make friends and serve the community. Rotarians Kyle Hagmeier and Glenda Walls will discuss their personal and professional backgrounds.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bios:
Kyle Hagmeier is a Wilsonville, Oregon resident. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Gonzaga University. Kyle is a Retirement Plan Consultant with The Partners Group in Portland, Oregon. He and his wife, Cheyna, are expecting their baby boy very soon!
Glenda Walls has been a Wilsonville resident for 27 years. She and her husband, Ned, have two sons. Glenda has a Bachelor of Science degree from Portland State University. She has been a Certified Public Accountant for 25 years; she started her own practice 19 years ago. She has been volunteering in the Wilsonville community for 26 years.

Club Meeting: Gender Informed Practices at CCCF
2023-09-21 11:45 - 13:00
Joan Palmateer, Superintendent at Coffee Creek, will be speaking on Gender Informed Practices at CCCF (Coffee Creek Correctional Facility). Joan co-founded the Through a Child’s Eyes (TACE) program, a partnership between the Oregon Department of Corrections and the Rotary Club of Wilsonville.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official Bio:
Joan Palmateer spent 30 years working in Oregon’s correctional facilities, starting as a correctional officer and eventually becoming the first female warden at the Oregon State Penitentiary in its 150-year history in 1998, and the founding superintendent of Coffee Creek Correctional Facility in Wilsonville in 2001. She also served as prison administrator for the Oregon Department of Corrections, responsible for oversight of 13 superintendents in 14 prisons across the entire system ranging from minimum to super maximum security. She also spent three years with the Oregon Youth Authority as assistant director of facilities and operations.
After retirement she has continued with consulting and other work, and will be presenting on the Gender Informed Practices Assessment, or GIPA, at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility. The GIPA provides prisons with a measured assessment of their adherence to sound principles of gender responsive, trauma-informed, and evidence-based policies, programming, and practices, from admission to release. Specifically, it explores the degree to which a facility has implemented these approaches.

Club Meeting: Operation Spartan Flag
2023-09-28 11:45 - 13:00
John Budiao, Founder/CEO of nonprofit Operation Spartan Flag, will speak on the mission, vision, and purpose of operating wood work shop for Veterans who can come and feel useful building things with their own hands.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: John Budiao is a Communications & Controls Technician with a Portland, Oregon natural gas utility company and lives in the Wilsonville, Oregon. He is a State of Oregon Licensed Electrician, General Radio Operator w/ LASER Endorsed technician responsible for company microwave, radio, data cabling, PLC programming, data center building, gas pipe telemetry, tower climbing, and many other company driven tasks. He enjoys camping, reading, running, movies, and most of all spending time with his beautiful wife (Katherine) and his two sons Joshua & Trevor. He looks forward to complete his “life list” of many different activities, helping his youngest son become an Eagle Scout, traveling, and becoming the person he can be. On his free time, he started and is the founder of the non-profit Operation Spartan Flags.
Captain John S. Budiao entered the armed services 28, March 1994 as a US Marine Corps Infantry (0311) member. After his 4 years in the Infantry, he re-enlisted into the United States Air Force Reserve (2002) to the field of Information Management (3AO71) to lead his Squadron as a decorated Records Manager.

Club Meeting: Unveiling the Fountain of Longevity: Latest Breakthroughs in Prolonning the Human Lifespan
2023-10-05 11:45 - 13:00
Brad Moore, Fitness Specialist at Wilsonville Parks and Recreation, will be speaking on Unveiling the Fountain of Longevity: Latest Breakthroughs in Prolonging the Human Lifespan. Join us for an eye-opening lecture that delves into the cutting-edge research on life longevity. Explore groundbreaking studies and advancements that offer promising insights into extending human lifespan, covering topics such as genetic interventions, lifestyle modifications, and the role of technology in enhancing health span. Discover how science is paving the way towards a healthier and more vibrant future for humanity, sparking meaningful discussions on the potential impact of these discoveries on our communities and society at large.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Brad A Moore, ACSM-CPT, NBC-HWC
With over two decades in the field, Brad boasts an extensive and accomplished background in wellness and fitness. His dedication to promoting health has earned him accolades such as the 2006 Governor’s Fitness award from the State of Oregon.
Educational & Professional Qualifications:
• B.S. in Wellness and Fitness, California University of Pennsylvania
• Certified Personal Trainer, American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM-CPT)
• Fitness Technology Certificate, Portland Community College
• National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC)
Brad is committed to ongoing education and strives to integrate a holistic approach in his work, ensuring his clients benefit from the most current and comprehensive strategies in the industry.

Club Meeting: The Fentanyl Crisis in Oregon
2023-10-12 11:45 - 13:00
Ned Walls will discuss the fentanyl crisis in Oregon. Ned is the Deputy Director of the Oregon-Idaho HIDTA (High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area).
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Prior to joining the Oregon-Idaho HIDTA in 2017, Ned retired as a Captain with 27 years of service at the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office in Portland, Oregon. While a member of the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, he had many rewarding positions and assignments but none more so than drug investigations; he spent a total of 19 years as an investigator, supervisor and team commander.
Ned coaches Wilsonville High School varsity football. He has been involved with Wilsonville football since 1998. He was the Wilsonville Youth Sports Football Director for 13 years.
He has a Bachelor of Science degree from Central Washington University, where he played football. Ned is a United States Army veteran.

Club Meeting: Keeping the 'I' in Rotary International
2023-10-19 11:45 - 13:00
Jane VanKuren, Rotarian from Sherwood, will be speaking about Keeping the ‘I’ in International Rotary. More details to come.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.

Club Meeting: Exchange Students’ Experiences
2023-10-26 11:45 - 13:00
Mattie Quinn and Sabrina Mercer-Rott, both Wilsonville High School students, will discuss their experiences as long-term exchange students. They spent winter and spring of 2023 abroad. Mattie traveled to Trelew, Argentina and Sabrina traveled to South Korea. They attended school and will be sharing some highlights of their ten-month exchange adventure.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bios:
Mattison Quinn (Mattie) is 17 years old and a senior at Wilsonville High School. She was an exchange student for approximately 11 months between September 2022 and August 2023 in a northern Patagonia city called Trelew. She enjoys learning languages, running, playing lacrosse, and spending time with her friends. She would like to thank Wilsonville Rotary Club from the bottom of her heart for making her dreams come true and giving her the best year of her life.

Club Meeting: An Update on the New Riverside High School
2023-11-02 11:45 - 13:00
Nic Chapin, Principal of Riverside High School, will be presenting an update on the new high school, which he spent over a year planning. Riverside High School opened this fall and is West Linn-Wilsonville’s District’s (WLWV) newest high school. The discussion will include the planning, the vision of the WLWV, and how the first few months are going.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Nic Chapin has been the Planning Principal for West Linn-Wilsonville School District since July 2021. He was the Administrator/Principal of Three Rivers Charter School in West Linn from July 2018 to June 2021.

Club Meeting: Tolling and Congestion Pricing
2023-11-09 11:45 - 13:00
Zoie Wesenberg, Oregon Deputy Director for ODOT Urban Mobility Office, and Heather Wills, National Tolling and Managed Lanes Director at WSP, will discuss how toll collection and congestion pricing works, why congestion pricing is an option, and what is currently happening with congestion pricing with regards to the delay until 2026.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bios:
Zoie Wesenberg joined ODOT’s Urban Mobility Office as Deputy Policy Director in June of 2023 and serves as the Project Manager for the Regional Mobility Pricing Project. She has five years of experience on strategic delivery and planning for mega-projects and congestion pricing as a Lead Consultant at WSP. She has also worked in the political field, having served as a Transportation Policy Advisor to Congressman Blumenauer and Legislative Assistant for the Oregon State Senate.
Zoie Wesenberg earned a bachelor of science degree in environmental studies and geography from the University of Oregon Clark Honors College and a master’s degree in urban and regional planning from Portland State University.
Heather Wills has an extensive background with federal agencies managing complicated projects and programs. She served as project manager for a $2.3 million environmental impact statement on the Southwest Corridor Light Rail Project for Metro and TriMet. While with the Federal Highway Administration, Western Federal Lands Highway Division, she led a team of environmental specialists collaborating with federal and local project partners to determine the most efficient method for delivering an annual $150 million program of projects.
Heather Wills earned a bachelor of science degree in environmental science, a master’s degree in urban and regional planning, and a project management professional graduate certificate from Portland State University. She is a member of the National Association of Environmental Professionals and the Women’s Transportation Seminar.
Heather was recently honored by the Daily Journal of Commerce Oregon with the Women of Vision Award.

Club Meeting: What Changes with Climate Change
2023-11-16 11:45 - 13:00
Jeff Rubin, PhD, CEM, will define basic concepts for climate change, discuss current and projected climate-change effects in Oregon and the Pacific NW, and identify potential adaptation actions. Jeff is a (semi-)retired emergency manager in local government and recovering geologist.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio: Jeff Rubin, Phd, CEM, is a (semi-)retired emergency manager in local government and recovering geologist. He teaches at Oregon Institute of Technology’s Department of Emergency Medical Services and with University Hawaii’s National Disaster Preparedness Training Center, serves on the National Academies Board on Earth Sciences and Resources, and has been a state medical volunteer since early 2020.

Club Assembly: Committee Updates
2023-11-30 11:45 - 13:00
A Club Assembly is a special type of club meeting where Rotarians receive training and updates so they can help fulfill the service mission of Rotary. A Club Assembly occur anytime there is a fifth Thursday in a month.
At this meeting, committee chairs led by Club President Gladys Boutwell will offer half-year updates. They will talk about what their committee has been up to and what it has planned for the coming months. Rank-and-file members will have the opportunity to learn about greater opportunities for involvement and leadership. The public is invited to come and learn more about the various programs, projects and goals of the Rotary Club of Wilsonville.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.

Club Meeting: Rotary’s Visit to Colombia
2023-12-07 11:45 - 13:00
Members of Rotary Club of Wilsonville, Pam Wolfram (Assistant Governor for Rotary District 5100), Jaimy Beltran (Sergeant-At-Arms), and Lauretta MacColman (Rotary Youth Exchange Officer) will discuss their Rotary Visit to Colombia. During the month of September, a team of eight Rotarians (three from the Rotary Club of Wilsonville) traveled to the city of La Plata, Colombia, South America, to help with service projects and participate in cultural exchange. They helped the La Plata Rotarians repair and upgrade the town square for the city of more than 25,000 people.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bios:
Pat Wolfram is the assistant district governor for Rotary District 5100 and a past president of the Rotary Club of Wilsonville. He is retired from the healthcare technologies industry.
Jaimy Beltran is a real estate broker and the owner of Beltran Properties Group, and a member of the Rotary Club of Wilsonville. He was recognized as Wilsonville First Citizen in 2015.
Lauretta MacColman is a member of the Rotary Club of Wilsonville and serves as the club’s Rotary Youth Exchange officer. She is retired.

Club Meeting: The Journey to State Championship Victory
2023-12-14 11:45 - 13:00
Coach Adam Guenther, the Wilsonville High School Varsity Football Coach who has coached for 14 seasons and whose team recently clinched the state championship, will share the compelling story of his team’s path to success. This session promises to be more than just a sports narrative; it’s a testament to determination, success, and the power of teamwork and perseverance.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.

Club Meeting: The Green NW Nonprofit Workforce Program
2024-01-04 11:45 - 13:00
Aaron McNally, Owner and Manager of Mt Hood Ductless and Executive Director of Green NW, shares the impact of his non-profit Green NW. This organization is dedicated to supporting individuals from underserved communities and veterans aspiring to HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) careers.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bios:
Aaron McNally is the Owner and Manager of Mt Hood Ductless and the Executive Director of Green NW. His training and experience in the US Air Force, which began in 1993, inspired him to pursue a career in HVAC. Thirty years later, after starting multiple businesses, Aaron founded Green NW, a non-profit organization dedicated to giving back to individuals from underserved communities and veterans interested in pursuing a career in the HVAC industry. In his free time, he enjoys camping, riding motorcycles and ATVs, and spending time with his family.

Club Meeting: Willamette River Water System Update
2024-01-11 11:45 - 13:00
Marlys Mock, managing the outreach team for the $1.6 billion Willamette Water Supply Program, will discuss updates on the project. Her role involves coordinating and communicating with staff and the public regarding the construction of over 30 miles of large diameter pipeline, a water storage tank, and a new water treatment plant. This seismically resilient system is expected to be operational by 2026, enhancing water supply infrastructure in the region.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio:
Marlys Mock has worked in public involvement and communications in the Pacific Northwest since 1998. She was a consultant for eight years prior to transitioning to public service in 2009.
Marlys began her public service as the Portland Public Schools facilities liaison to Portland Parks & Recreation and to the communities surrounding each school facility. She resolved conflicts, developed partnerships, coordinated the completion of the Long Range Facilities Plan and secured grants to improve the District’s facilities.
Marlys currently manages the outreach team for the $1.6 billion Willamette Water Supply Program. Activities include coordination and communications with staff and the public around construction of more than 30 miles of large diameter pipeline, a water storage tank, and the new water treatment plant. The new seismically resilient system will be online in 2026.
Marlys graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Local and Urban Affairs (Community Development) from St. Cloud State University, Minnesota.

Club Meeting: Update on Wilsonville’s Town Center Plan
2024-01-18 11:45 - 13:00
Kim Rybold and Matt Lorenzen will provide an update on the implementation of the 2019 Town Center Plan, which establishes a vision for a vibrant, walkable destination that inspires people to come together and socialize, shop, live, and work. This update will include information on the first mixed-use project to be approved in Town Center and the City’s efforts to assess Urban Renewal as a funding source for some of the Town Center Plan’s infrastructure projects.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio:
Kim Rybold is Senior Planner in Wilsonville’s Planning Division. She has been with the City for over seven years, and is currently managing implementation of the 2019 Town Center Plan. Prior to joining the City, she spent eight years as a planner in the Washington D.C. metro area. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Geography and Urban Studies from Ohio Wesleyan University, and a Master of City and Regional Planning from Ohio State.
Matt Lorenzen has been the economic development manager for the City of Wilsonville since December 2021. He began his career as a high school social science teacher and then pivoted to work in commercial real estate development, where he discovered the world of economic development. Before working in Wilsonville, he held the same position in the City of Estacada for nearly 6 years. Oregon is home now, but he is originally from Phoenix, Arizona. He has lived in West Linn for 10 years, with his wife and 3 kids. Matt has a master’s degree in public administration and recently earned the Certified Economic Developer credential from the International Economic Development Council.

Club Meeting: What about Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Oregon?
2024-01-25 11:45 - 13:00
Fentanyl is in news daily but what is happening with other illicit drugs in Oregon? Ned Walls will discuss Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Oregon. Ned is the Deputy Director of the Oregon-Idaho HIDTA (High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area).
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio:
Prior to joining the Oregon-Idaho HIDTA in 2017, Ned retired as a Captain with 27 years of service at the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office in Portland, Oregon. While a member of the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, he had many rewarding positions and assignments but none more so than drug investigations; he spent a total of 19 years as an investigator, supervisor and team commander.
Ned coaches Wilsonville High School varsity football. He has been involved with Wilsonville football since 1998. He was the Wilsonville Youth Sports Football Director for 13 years.
He has a Bachelor of Science degree from Central Washington University, where he played football. Ned is a United States Army veteran.

Club Meeting: What is the Boys & Girls Aid nonprofit?
2024-02-01 11:45 - 13:00
Andrea Logan Sanders, President & CEO of Boys & Girls Aid, will discuss what Boys & Girls Aid (BGAid) does for the Oregon youth they serve. Andrea will be sharing:
• The Heart of BGA Mission: Sharing the core mission and values of BGAid. The inspiration that started BGAid in 1885 and how the mission has evolved over the years.
• Notable Achievements: Sharing the most significant achievements and impact BGAid has made. Also, specific stories or initiatives that have had a lasting and meaningful effect on the communities BGAid
serves.
• Future Initiatives and Collaborations: Sharing exciting projects, programs, or partnerships and how the audience can get involved or support BGAid.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio:
Andrea Logan Sanders was recently named the 14th President & CEO of Boys & Girls Aid. During her 18 years with BGA, Andrea has taken on progressively crucial leadership roles. Acting as the organization’s Chief Organizational Officer since 2022, she has been instrumental in leading, shaping and acquiring funding for BGA programming, particularly in the areas of shelter, foster care and permanent housing. Andrea approaches her work with a passion for advocating for young people and their families to establish permanent, healthy relationships and stable housing.
A long-time Oregon resident, Andrea earned her undergraduate degree in Sociology and Anthropology at Lewis & Clark College and a Master’s of Science of Communication from Portland State University. As part of her community involvement and advocacy for youth, Andrea has been a long-time member of several Washington County advocacy and implementation committees.

Club Meeting: Family Promise of Tualatin Valley
2024-02-08 11:45 - 13:00
Elise Schaff Laubach, Fund Development Manager at Family Promise of Tualatin Valley, will discuss Family Promise of Tualatin Valley (FPTV). FPTV is a non-profit organization that serves homeless children and their families. They, and their network of religious and civic organizations, provide families with safe sleeping space, meals, and access to resources. Individual family plans are developed with their FPTV housing navigator to help families identify and connect with services specific to their needs with housing being the first priority.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.

Club Meeting: All About Rotary Youth Exchange
2024-02-15 11:45 - 13:00
Lauretta MacColman, Rotary Youth Exchange Officer for Rotary Club of Wilsonville, will discuss Rotary Youth Exchange. Rotary Youth Exchanges sends local students abroad and hosts international students in Wilsonville on both short-term and long-term (full school year) exchanges.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio:
Lauretta MacColman has been a Rotary Club of Wilsonville member since October 1, 2021.

Club Assembly: Rotary District Governor Visit
2024-02-22 11:45 - 13:00
Renee Brouse is the Rotary District 5100 Governor for 2023-24. The district follows the Oregon-Washington border from the Pacific Ocean to Idaho, covering a northern slice of Oregon and a southern slice of Washington, including the major cities of Portland, Salem and Vancouver. The District Governor visits all clubs, each on a designated date, during the course of the year, to give updates on Rotary from the district and international perspective and to inspire clubs and members to higher success.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio:
Renee Brouse has been a Rotarian since joining the Rotary Club of Sherwood in 2006. She has been active on the Service Committee, International Service Committee, and Fundraising Committee. She served as President of the Rotary Club of Sherwood in 2011-12.
At the District level, Renee served 4 years as Assistant Governor for Central Valley West; participated as part of the Vision Facilitation Team for several years; has been active on the PNW PETS team for 3 years, plus providing coaching services for PETS facilitators. She was the District 5100 Trainer for 3 years.
Renee is married to Rob Brouse, and they have two kids: Brittany and Brandon. Brittany lives in Spokane with her family, including Renee and Rob’s two grandchildren, Kaison and Kamden. Brandon lives in Sherwood.
Renee and Rob have been active in the Youth Exchange Program since 2007. They are District 5100 Benefactors, supporting The Rotary Foundation as Paul Harris Society and Bequest Society members. Renee enjoys camping, traveling, hiking, and spending time with her grandkids.
Renee is a proud graduate of Indiana University and studied for a Master’s in Business through Kennedy Western University. Renee has served in the Non-Profit sector since 1996. She also operates a professional development consulting business.
Her mission is to make a difference in the lives of others; her vision is to be the change she wants to see, and her core values embrace belief, responsibility, lifelong learning, empathy, and service.

Club Meeting: Addressing Camping for Survival in Wilsonville
2024-02-29 11:45 - 13:00
Wilsonville City Attorney Amanda Guile-Hinman will review the City’s work in 2022 and 2023 to bring its local code into compliance with federal and state mandates requiring the City to adopt regulations for persons experiencing homelessness to camp on City property. She will discuss the City’s communication and outreach strategy, the adopted local code provisions, implementation steps, and outcomes since the new regulations went into effect on July 1, 2023.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio:
Amanda Guile-Hinman started her legal career in private practice representing, among other clients, state and local governments in matters ranging from tort liability to ADA and FHA compliance. Amanda then transitioned in-house and has served as legal counsel for local governments since 2016. She currently serves as the City Attorney for the City of Wilsonville, Oregon, representing the City in a wide variety of contract, litigation, real estate, and government law matters. Amanda is a graduate of Willamette University (Salem, Ore.) and University of Denver Sturm College of Law (Denver, Colo.).

Club Meeting: Kiwanis Doernbecher’s Children’s Cancer Program
2024-03-07 11:45 - 13:00
John Brookens, a dedicated Kiwanis member, will share the impactful journey of the Kiwanis-Doernbecher partnership since 1985. From funding critical neonatal and oncology equipment to training physician-scientists, their efforts have made significant strides in pediatric cancer care. John will highlight the program’s success in producing world-renowned experts in Pediatric Oncology and Hematology. His talk will underscore our shared commitment to ending childhood cancer, a mission more vital than ever.
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville meets weekly Thursdays at noon to carry out its purpose of providing service and fellowship to members and the Wilsonville community. Guests are welcome. Lunch is available off the menu; please arrive and order by 11:45 a.m. if you are ordering lunch. For more information, email president@wilsonvillerotary.com.
Official bio:
Kiwanis Biography
John Brookens has been a dedicated member of the Pacific Northwest Kiwanis for an impressive 42 years. His unwavering commitment to the Kiwanis Doernbecher Children’s Cancer Program has been a cornerstone of his service, having been a Board member since 2007 and serving as its President from 2019 to 2021. In 2010, John played a pivotal role in co-founding the Pacific Northwest District Kiwanis Children’s Cancer Program, in partnership with Seattle Childrens Hospital and British Columbia Childrens Hospital, showcasing his deep commitment to aiding children with cancer.
Personal Life
In his personal life, John has shared a 49-year-long journey with his wife Deborah. Together, they have raised three children and now enjoy three granddaughters. John’s academic achievements include earning dual degrees in Business and Organizational Psychology from Portland State University in 1973.
Diverse Career
John’s professional life is marked by diversity and adventure. From obtaining his first business license at the age of 12, he has embraced various roles including a trapper, Arctic explorer, Alaska Pipeline teamster, and a wholesale grocer to Alaska’s bush villages. His entrepreneurial ventures extended into areas like newspaper publishing, beauty supply, furniture manufacturing, and hardwood flooring importation. John also contributed globally as a Small Business Trade Consultant to the People’s Republic of China.
Retirement and Continued Dedication
Even after retiring in 2016, John’s passion for combating children’s cancer remains undiminished. He firmly believes that children should not suffer from cancer and is committed to the Kiwanis Doernbecher Childrens Cancer Program, striving to end cancer in children and leave a lasting legacy in this vital cause.
