Annually, Rotary recognizes six of its members and program participants age 30 and under as Rotary People of Action: ‘Champions of Tomorrow’. This week we meet:
Raymond “Arky” Manning (Philippines) – A Rotary member, law student, and local elected official in the Rizal province, Arky has transformed his community’s justice system to be more innovative, economical, and inclusive through leadership of a reform initiative and is reshaping the system into a body where youth are valued stakeholders in conflict resolution.
Maria Manuela Córdoba Aguirre (Colombia) – A Rotary member and founder of Rotary en Señas (Rotary in Sign Language), Maria’s initiative brings young Rotary members and deaf youth together to develop communication and leadership skills through workshops and regular activities. Deaf participants become program facilitators and leaders while hearing volunteers gain proficiency in sign language and collaboration.
Committee Meetings
Please check with the Committee Chairs for any specific meeting details.
Rotary Board Meeting - The Rotary Board meeting is regularly scheduled for the 3rd Monday of the month at MHAB. The next meeting is April 27, at noon at MHAB. Reminder - new members are required to attend a board meeting as part of their red to blue badge
Environmental Committee - This committee meets regularly on the 1st Thursday of each month at noon. The next meeting is May 7 at 12pm. If you do not have the Zoom link, contact Amanda Prescott.
Membership Committee - This meeting is regularly scheduled for the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 11:10 am. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, May 13.
Fishing Classic Committee - The next meeting is April 28 at 4pm. If you do not have the Zoom link, contact Robert Swem or Amanda Prescott.
**Posters are ready! Be sure to grab some at an upcoming meeting and hang them around our region.
Program Committee - This meeting is regularly scheduled for the 1st Monday of the month. The next meeting is on May 4 at noon at MHAB.
Service Committee - The Service Committee will be meeting bi-monthly going forward. It will be the first Wednesday at 11 am at MHAB. The next Service Committee meeting is May 6. Save the date for Rotary's Big Day of Service on May 16.
Public Relations Committee - The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 27 after the regular weekly meeting.
Committee Chairs Reminder
Please send your meeting attendance sheets to Anne Cutaiar to ensure accurate recording of volunteer hours and make-ups.
Duty Roster: April 22, 2026
Program: What Not to do in Your Garden by Tia Legge
Greeters: Jack Prim & Stan Ransom
National Anthem: Molly Ryan
Blessing: Stan Ransom
Guest Intros: Karen Reid
Program Intro: Robert Swem
Thank Speaker: Wanda Rivera
Events & Announcements
SATURDAY is Green Up Day
Earth Day is upon us, and we're participating in the Plattsburgh Clean-Up on April 18. Rotarians will meet at Trinity Park (1 Trinity Pl) ***at 9AM*** to get our bags etc. Contact Amanda Prescott with questions.
New Member Orientation
The next orientation for all new members is April 24, 8am at 53 Court Street. This is a requirement for new members to earn their blue badge.
Paul Harris Deadline May 13
The Paul Harris Fellow recognition was named for the founder of Rotary. It is the highest honor a Rotary club can bestow on a person, either inside or outside the club and acknowledges "service above self," which that individual or organization has offered to their community, their nation or to the world.
Each year our club honors individuals as Paul Harris Fellows and we are currently seeking nominations. More info about the recognition, a list of past honorees and the nomination form can be found on our website.
Submit nomination forms by May 13 to Nicole Laurinby email or in person.
Highway Clean Up
Our Club has a tradition of Highway clean up. Be part of the crew and see what mysterious items you can find along the highway. Join fellow Rotarians on May 16 at 11am. We'll meet in the parking lot outside of Hobby Lobby and carpool to the stretch of I-87 we are assigned to. Contact Amanda Prescott with questions.
North Country NextGen
North Country NexGen is an official companion club of Plattsburgh Noon Rotary. Young professionals meet with a purpose of connection. collaboration and community. Please follow their FaceBook page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585865895417
Newest Rotarians
Welcome to our new Rotary Club of Plattsburgh members.
Chris Favreau was re‑inducted into the Rotary Club of Plattsburgh at the April 1 meeting. A former member for several years, Chris is a firefighter with the Plattsburgh International Airport Fire Department. He left the club in 2025 to pursue firefighting; after completing his training his work schedule previously prevented him from attending Wednesday noon meetings. With his schedule now changed, he has rejoined the club and is ready to “do anything and everything I did previously — and more — if needed for Rotary.” His sponsor is Steve Kende.
Christine Peters was inducted on April 8, 2026. Christine is the County Administrator for our Clinton County Government. She remains actively engaged in community service through board leadership and civic involvement with the Clinton County Industrial Development Agency, Apple Valley Senior Housing, Evergreen Townhouse Community, University of Vermont Health Network Board of Trustees and the Clinton County Bar Association. Christine is sponsored by Molly Ryan.
Club Information & Resources
Food Shelf - You Can Help
The Club is accepting donations to the Rotary Club's Food Shelf program. Please send any amount you can spare via check or credit card.
Make checks out to: Rotary Club of Plattsburgh and note where you would like your funds to be directed to, then mail to: Forrest Edwards, 47 Dock Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Anne Cutaiar tracks attendance. Please contact her if you do not see yourself on the roster. You can check your attendance record on Club Runner under the My Attendance tab. If you watch or listen to a previous weekly meeting and want to get a makeup, please notify Anne Cutaiar (anne@lakechamplaintravel.com) via email and include your name, email address, the weekly meeting date you watch and how long you watched/listened.
