A Coon Rapids Rotary Salute:
Special thanks to Margie Rask, Shelley Gunn and Dave McCauley
Margie Rask (R) serving a meal with fellow Coon Rapids Rotarians last year at the Stepping Stone Emergency Shelter in Anoka. Margie joined the club on March 1, 2013 and is stepping down as club president on April 2nd.
Shelley Gunn posed for a photo on initiation day: July 19, 2017. Shelley is stepping down as Club Secretary on April 2nd.
Dave McCauley representing Coon Rapids Rotary at a Coon Rapids Community Scholarship Association event in 2016. Dave has been in involved in Coon Rapids Rotary since 1988 and is transitioning to an honorary membership starting this month.
This week marks a rather bittersweet occasion for Coon Rapids Rotary. Margie Rask (Club President) and Shelley Gunn (Club Secretary) have accepted new jobs and are leaving the club; their last meeting is this Monday, April 2nd. Dave McCauley, the wearer of many hats (most recently Club Administrator) has announced plans to become an Honorary Member and reduce his role in club operations, effective this month.
All three have truly lived up to the motto of “Service Above Self” and Coon Rapids Rotary is grateful for their contributions to the club and community. On Monday, April 2nd we will take a few moments to recognize their service. In addition, a happy hour is planned for Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at Alloy Brewing (2700 Coon Rapids Blvd.) at 5:00 PM – we hope you can join us.
To Margie and Shelley: Farewell and we wish you all the best in your new career endeavors. Please know that the Rotary door is always open and we hope that you will come back and join us for lunch or a special event. To Dave: Thanks for all of your service to Coon Rapids Rotary and we hope you don't stray too far - your knowledge and insights on all things Rotary is truly appreciated.