Left-right: Past President Sal Pollice, Secretary Breann Titus, President Kent Froebe, Vice President Patrick Gettleman, Director Mike Booher, Treasurer Stu Churchill, President-Elect Bridget Schneider. Not Pictured: Director Katie Dalpoas and Director Natalie Clements.

Lincoln Kiwanis installs officers for new year

[October 09, 2019]   LINCOLN - The Lincoln Kiwanis Club hosted their annual Installation of Officers Banquet on Tuesday September 24, 2019. The Banquet consisted of prime rib and fried chicken dinner prepared and served by TK’s Grill staff located at the Lincoln Elks Country Club.

Club President, Sal Pollice started the awards ceremony saying that this year has been focused on continued growth, new membership and fundraising. The current board members along with incoming officers have been meeting to discuss the future goals of the club. Board Members and incoming Board President, Kent Froebe agree that membership recruitment and fundraising must continue to be the clubs focus for the 2019-2020 club year to maintain growth. The last two years fundraising has been an important focus for the club hosting successful events like the golf outing and pork chop dinner. These events have given the club opportunity to give back to the community more than ever. Pollice said, “I remain dedicated to the growth of our club. I am proud to say our efforts allowed us to donate money to several youth focused organizations including a $1500 scholarship.”

Awards were given to many deserving members. Patrick Gettleman was honored with a Distinguished Service Award for his “hands on” approach and volunteering his time for each event.

Club Secretary, Breann Titus was named the 2019 Kiwanian of the Year for being dedicated to creating a stronger more knowledgeable club. Gerald Carter was also congratulated for being a local Kiwanis member for 58 years.

The club also welcomed some of its newest members including Brad Hauge, Franklin “Tanker” Wade II, Angie Carter and Jeremiah Schmidt. They ended the night with an official installation of officers conducted by Springfield Kiwanis member, Paul Palazzolo. The 2019-2020 Officers include Club President Kent Froebe, President-Elect Bridget Schneider, Vice President Patrick Gettleman, Secretary Breann Titus, and Treasurer Stu Churchill. Board of Directors include Mike Booher, Natalie Clements, and Katie Dalpoas.

[Breann Titus]