At our meeting last Tuesday, our guest speaker was Toni Momberger, Editor of Follow Our Courts, an online publication covering Inland Empire legal news. Toni and her team track and report on legal issues across the Inland Empire to keep the public informed about the justice system and important cases in the region. Moreover, recognizing the difficulties faced by voters in selecting the right person to vote for in judicial contests, Toni recently published an Editor’s column in time for the March primary election entitled “How to decide which judge to vote for, and other judicial-process FAQs.” Follow Our Courts is funded by the McCune Law Group, a law firm headquartered in Ontario. Anyone may subscribe to this electronic publication free of charge. Simply visit https://followourcourts.com/ and click the Subscribe button to get started. Thank you Darcy McNaboe for arranging Toni’s appearance at our club meeting last week.
Multi-Club Meeting This Week
Assistant Governor and San Bernardino Rotarian Bill Orr has arranged a special treat for us this week! Our meeting will be held as usual on Tuesday at noon at the Elks Lodge, but this week we will also be joined for lunch and fellowship by members of the other four local clubs in San Bernardino and Highland. Our special guest speaker will be Past District Governor and current District Trainer Marilyn Sanderson, who will provide a presentation on “Rotary: Where We Belong.” Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend this week’s meeting due to a work obligation, but as a Past President, Bill Orr has graciously agreed to handle the gavel and run this week’s meeting in my absence. Thank you Bill for always being at the ready to make Rotary a meaningful and enjoyable experience for us all!
District Club Leader & Member Assembly - April 6th
The annual District 5330 Leader and Member Assembly is scheduled for Saturday, April 6 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Tahquiz High School in Hemet. This is a great opportunity to learn about Rotary International, the Rotary Foundation, District-level activities, and club-level roles. Attendees can choose their own training sessions based on what interests them most. Topics include club roles, fundraising, peace building, community service, public relations, grants, club administration, Paul Harris society, invigorating clubs, Rotaract, membership, grant writing, international service, and student programs. All members are encouraged to attend and board members should make every effort to attend to learn more about their important roles. Registration is $35 via DACdb and is reimbursable by the club. If you have any questions, please ask. I hope to see a great turnout by our club!
President, Brian Pellis 2023-2024
Rotary Club of Downtown San Bernardino
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Featured Presenter
Marilyn Sanderson, District Governor
Marilyn Sanderson was born in Newport News, Virginia and grew up in Guthrie, Oklahoma. She earned a BA in Education from Oklahoma State University and an MS in Education from Wichita State University. She taught secondary language arts for many years before becoming a professional union negotiator and organizer for teachers in Oklahoma and California. She retired from the California Teachers Association in 2004 and is an experienced Realtor.
Marilyn is very active in Rotary and served as Governor of Rotary District 5340 (San Diego) in 2016-17 and now is a member of the Rancho Mirage Rotary Club in our District 5330. She currently serves as the District 5330 Trainer; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Task Force Chair; Rotary Leadership Institute Facilitator; Vocational Service Chair; and Polio Plus Chair. She is a Rotary Major Donor, a Paul Harris Society Member, and Bequest Society member.
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Registration Open for the District iGnite Festival - June 15
For many years, our Rotary District has held an annual conference-style celebration to recognize the great work of Rotary Clubs throughout our region. This year, District Governor Jamie Zinn is doing something different, which promises to be very fun and exciting! In lieu of the traditional conference-style celebration, this year’s iGnite Festival will be held June 15, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Lake Skinner located in Winchester. For more information and to register, please visit www.district5330.org/ignite.
Following is District Governor Jamie Zinn’s message about this great event:
“Welcome to the “District 5330 Rotary iGNITE Festival, Igniting Passion, Inspiring Action”, as we come "together to commemorate the achievements and milestones of the past year while reflecting on the impact we have made in our communities and beyond!! We are thrilled to have you join us for a day of appreciation, recognition, and celebration honoring our members, partners, and supporters for their dedication and commitment to creating hope in the world, while changing one life at a time through service above self. By participating in this event, you can connect with your community, engage in meaningful activities, contribute to impactful projects while being a part of something bigger, create a positive change in the world, and be inspired to give back while making a difference that will last a lifetime.
Take some time to explore exciting entertainment, activities, Premiere KCBS Master BBQ Series Competition, recognitions and our special concert by the One Voice Children’s Choir while we continue to make a positive impact on our communities and celebrate the spirit of giving. Enjoy engaging activities, inspiring performances, and meaningful connections, while coming together to celebrate and create lasting memories with your family, friends and community.
I would like to extend a special “Thank You” to all Rotarians and community members for your unwavering dedication and service. Your commitment to making a difference in the lives of others is truly inspiring. Together we have worked tirelessly over the past year to create positive change, support those in need, and build stronger, more compassionate communities. Your selfless contributions and acts of kindness do not go unnoticed. Thank you for embodying the spirit of service and making the world a better place.”
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Rotary Club Website
Attention San Bernardino Rotarians,
You can now access the Rotary Club of San Bernardino website by entering the domain name: rotarysb.org and rcsb.net.
Member Assignments
Greeter: ............ Larry Asmus
Invocation: ....... TBD
Pledge: .............. Brad White Four-way Test: .. Ladd Seeker
Songs: ............... Jim Smith
Fines: ................ David Hahn
Rotarian of the Day:Bill Orr
ROTARY LIFE ADVISORS
Freshman Class –
Sophomore Class – Lindsey Cobaugh and Shirley Jean
At our meeting last Tuesday, our guest speaker was Toni Momberger, Editor of Follow Our Courts, an online publication covering Inland Empire legal news. Toni and her team track and report on legal issues across the Inland Empire to keep the public informed about the justice system and important cases in the region. Moreover, recognizing the difficulties faced by voters in selecting the right person to vote for in judicial contests, Toni recently published an Editor’s column in time for the March primary election entitled “How to decide which judge to vote for, and other judicial-process FAQs.” Follow Our Courts is funded by the McCune Law Group, a law firm headquartered in Ontario. Anyone may subscribe to this electronic publication free of charge. Simply visit 
The annual District 5330 Leader and Member Assembly is scheduled for Saturday, April 6 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Tahquiz High School in Hemet. This is a great opportunity to learn about Rotary International, the Rotary Foundation, District-level activities, and club-level roles. Attendees can choose their own training sessions based on what interests them most. Topics include club roles, fundraising, peace building, community service, public relations, grants, club administration, Paul Harris society, invigorating clubs, Rotaract, membership, grant writing, international service, and student programs. All members are encouraged to attend and board members should make every effort to attend to learn more about their important roles. Registration is $35 via DACdb and is reimbursable by the club. If you have any questions, please ask. I hope to see a great turnout by our club!
For many years, our Rotary District has held an annual conference-style celebration to recognize the great work of Rotary Clubs throughout our region. This year, District Governor Jamie Zinn is doing something different, which promises to be very fun and exciting! In lieu of the traditional conference-style celebration, this year’s iGnite Festival will be held June 15, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Lake Skinner located in Winchester. For more information and to register, please visit 
Following is District Governor Jamie Zinn’s message about this great event: