The Seward Rotary Club hosted the District Governor of Rotary District 5565 – Governor Julie O’Hara of Shenandoah, Iowa. She met with the Seward Rotary Club Board of Directors in a meeting in the board room of the Jones National Bank and Trust prior to the meeting of the general membership.
At the noon hour luncheon, fellowship, a meal and program preceded the introduction and address of the Rotary District Governor O’Hara. The theme for her Rotary year is “Be the Inspiration.”
She presented her background and personal history of her Rotary experience and outlined the theme of the International year for Rotary.
Governor O’Hara complimented the Seward Club on their outstanding level of community service and encouraged them to continue to live the motto of Rotary International-“Service Above Self!”
She directed the Rotary Club of Seward to follow the work of the District and pointed the membership for details on the various projects at the District website for Rotary District 5565.
The Seward Club presented her with mementos and information on Seward and the Seward Rotary, along with some special Seward gifts. Questions and answers followed her presentation.
Governor Julie O’Hara presented a special banner to Seward Rotary President Todd LaVelle proclaiming the club year and logo “Be the Inspiration!”