Frank Ducos was the Rotarian of the Day.  Frank is Chairman of the board for the Burkburnett Senior Citizens Activity Center. He provided the program covering the activities of the Senior Citizen Center.  He discussed the current status of the center and praised the Rotary club for their support over the years, as well as all local citizens that provide time and monetary support for the program.  Three primary fundraisers are conducted each year, pancake feed, Texoma Gives, and fish fry.  The state provides some funding; however, approximately 55% of the annual budget relies on donations from the community.  Between meals deliveries and served at the center, approximately 150 folks are fed per day at a monthly budgeted cost of 16K. The center is focusing on more community involvement with enriching programs being conducted for Burkburnett Seniors on a more regular basis.  

 

 

            

This week's edition of the Burkburnett Informer Star showed our 2021 Scholarship Recipients

 

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Dr. Moore brought Mickey Fincannon, the precinct two County Commissioner.  Mickey introduced himself and told of his history in Burkburnett.  Mickey grew up in Burk, and owns several businesses in the area, including High Caliber Range. He was a WFPD officer for 28 years, and then retired.  He was elected Commissioner last November.

Tim Cornelius was the Rotarian of the Day. Tim's guest was Katie Ford, director of the Burkburnett Boys and Girls Club.  The doors have been closed for a while, but a lot has happened in the building during the pandemic. The kitchen was remodeled, some new appliances were installed, and a lot of construction was accomplished.  A fire suppression system has been installed. The second floor has been remodeled with new access ways installed. The club invested in an app that allows anonymous reporting of abuse.  The app allows kids to check in with the club and notify their parents of their arrival. Announcements can be broadcast to all members and parents. 

 

On June 1 the club opened for summer session, with a limited involvement. There is a health check for each kid before they enter, and they are required to wear a mask. The staff is involved in disinfection and cleaning in the building while the department is outside. There is frequent hand washing by department, as well. Free hot lunches are offered every day, and there are some new activities.  On Aug 17 the club will open as after school program as the schools open.  Guidance is provided by the Boys and Girls Club of America, and Katie is also monitoring the Governor's page and the CDC to ensure that all of the kids are safe.