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2005 RCCC News Archive

The RCCC held its Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 17, 2005 at the Rowlett Community Centre.  The meeting included Officer Reports, At-Large Member Elections, and Awards and Recognition. 

 

The six At-Large members elected to the RCCC Board of Directors for 2006 are:  Whitney Laning, Greg Peebles, Leisa Peebles, Robin Simoneaux, Michael Lucas and Frank Seigler.  Congratulations to all of you.

 

The following awards were presented at the meeting:

President’s Volunteer Service Awards

  •  Public Safety & Emergency Response

David Sward – Bronze Award -  202 

Frank Pilkington – Bronze Award – 167

Robin Simoneaux – Silver Award – 281

Jacalyn Wilson – Silver Award – 326

Whitney Laning – Gold Award – 518

  • Healthy Communities

Chris Bouguyon – Gold Award – 736

 Excellence Awards

  •  Joe Charles – Outstanding service as our CERT Administrator

  • Diane Perkins – Leading the effort to support National Preparedness Month by planning and organizing a display at Home Depot.

  • Michael Lucas – Spearheading the CERT Staging Officer program

 RCCC President’s Award

  • Frank Pilkington – Taking a hands on approach to CERT training and being there when I needed him to be a backup.

 RCCC Volunteer of the Year

  • Gregory L. Peebles- Often times the work that Greg does is unseen and in the background, but our organization would not run without him.  Greg serves as our Treasurer and Vice President.  We have learned much from his many years as an experienced speaker, fundraiser and leader in the Jaycees organization.  His wisdom is matched only by his skill in the kitchen.  Greg is dedicated to the success of this organization and my sanity as he often tells me to go home and rest so he can take my place leading the troops at public events.  There’s rarely a time when he cannot lend a hand, even so much as letting us use his garage as a storage locker for 9 months.  Greg’s can do spirit and service to humanity are a testament to his dedication and commitment to our organization.  He is a model member and yes, one day soon he will even take a CERT course.

 

 

On Thursday, November 17, 2005, REHAB ONE was officially placed in service with a ribbon cutting ceremony.  The 1984 Winnebago motor home was purchased using private donations for the purpose of supplementing the CERT Relief Fire Corps and CERT programs.  The new unit will greatly enhance our service offerings and ability to quickly respond to needs when requested.

 

 

The Rowlett Citizen Corps Council has a proud history of volunteer service.  Our volunteers are working to meet the needs of their neighborhoods and the community by participating in our CERT, CERT Relief Fire Corps, Rowlett on Watch and VIPS programs.

 In recognition of these outstanding achievements, the RCCC is proud to announce the availability of the President’s Volunteer Service Award, a prestigious national honor offered in recognition of volunteer commitment.  Established in 2003, this new Award is given by the President of the United States and honors individuals, families and groups who have demonstrated a sustained commitment to volunteer service over the course of 12 months.  

 The RCCC has teamed with hundreds of organizations and businesses across the country to deliver this Award to our most outstanding volunteers.  As a Certifying Organization of the President’s Volunteer Service Award, we can nominate potential recipients and distribute the Award to those who meet or exceed the Award criteria.  

“The Rowlett Citizen Corps Council is extremely proud to join the President of the United States in recognizing the volunteers who consistently take the time to make a difference in the lives of others,” said Whitney P. Laning, RCCC President.  “Volunteers strengthen America and inspire others to get involved.  We are proud to honor our volunteers who are answering the call with this Award.”   

Children, adults, families and groups can receive the Award and, given their ongoing service activity, many of our volunteers may already meet the requirements (see sidebar).  To qualify for the President’s Volunteer Service Award, volunteers simply submit a record of their service hours to the RCCC, and we will verify the service and deliver the Award. 

 Volunteer service hours are not limited to those performed on behalf of RCCC and its affiliated programs.  In fact, service hours can be accumulated through work on a variety of projects throughout the year.  The only requirement is that the necessary hours be completed within12 months; recipients can qualify for a new Award each year.

 “Our volunteers should strive to earn the President’s Volunteer Service Award every year,” said Mr. Laning.  “Even if you’ve never volunteered before, the Award is within your reach.  In fact, the strength and success of our nation depends on every one of us taking an active role in the community where we live.  You can also help strengthen America by asking your friends, families and neighbors to join you in helping your community.  Most people say ‘yes’ if asked to volunteer – all it takes is a personal request.” 

The President’s Volunteer Service Award is issued by the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation – created by President George W. Bush to recognize the valuable contributions volunteers make to our nation.  To learn more and find out how to qualify for the Award, contact Whitney Laning, our Award administrator, at info@rowlettcitizencorps.org or visit www.PresidentialServiceAwards.gov.

 SIDEBAR

 To be eligible to receive the President’s Volunteer Service Award, applicants' service hours must be confirmed by a registered Certifying Organization.  There are three levels of the Award varying by hours of service completed within a 12-month period:

Kids - 14 and younger                                  

Bronze Award      50 - 74 hours

Silver Award        75 - 99 hours

Gold Award          100 or more hours

Young Adults - Ages 15 - 25

Bronze Award      100 - 174 hours

Silver Award        175 - 249 hours

Gold Award          250 or more hours

Adults - Ages 26 and up 

Bronze Award      100 - 249 hours

Silver Award        250 - 499 hours

Gold Award          500 or more hours 

Families and Groups (two or more people)*

Bronze Award      200 - 499 hours

Silver Award        500 - 999 hours

Gold Award          1,000 or more hours

*Each member contributing at least 25 hours towards the total

President’s Call to Service Award

Individuals who have completed 4,000 or more volunteer service hours over the course of their lifetime are eligible to receive the President’s Call to Service Award.      8/24/05

Thanks to the Sam's Club who awarded a $500 Neighborhood Grant to the RCCC in support of our fund raising efforts.                                                                8/18/05

Kudos to the CERT group who had their first activation for a lost child on May 31, 2005.  The group received a commendation from Rowlett Police and Fire for their efforts. 

Read the press release here.

7/29/05

 

View our RCCC 2004 Annual Report online.

Congratulations to our newly elected  Corporate Officers. 

1/28/05

 

Thanks to the Susquehanna Pfaltzgraff Co. for their generous contribution of $1,000 in support of our fund raising efforts.

1/6/05

 
   

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