During our Tuesday, April 9, 2024 luncheon, we heard from San Juan County Manager Mike Stark about the State of the County. In addition, Ron Price was inducted as a returning member. He was pinned by Jim Baker. 
San Juan County Manager Mike Stark presents to our club.
Jim Baker pins Ron Price.
Club President Jack Fortner with San Juan County Manager Mike Stark.
Committee preparing for the annual Healing Field Memorial Day program
Monee, Lynn White, Terri, Jack, Jim, and Nicole ready to hand out "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind' to McCormick School.  San Juan County Rotary annual project for One Book, One School annual project.
Jesus hands book to students at McCormick
Tuesday, April 2nd- Rotarian and Farmington Regional Airport Manager Mike Lewis gave an update on the Farmington airport.
Tuesday, March 26, 2024- We learned about the Northwest New Mexico Pickleball Club- from Nick Lacey (who also happens to be a Farmington Police officer). We also had a very large group of new inductees- all sponsored by Jack or Terri Fortner- pinned by other club Rotarians. New inductees are: Jyl Adair, Allen Elmore, Larry Moore, Ronette Smith, Frankie Villa Lobos, Nashota Yazzie...Welcome!
Nick Lacey talks pickleball. Learn more about it here.
Inductees and their fellow Rotarians
New inductees are pinned.
Tuesday, March 19th Meeting- Today, we heard from our own Rotarians and community leaders, Senators Steve Neville and Bill Sharer. They spoke about this year's legislative budget session, focusing on long-term goals that were accomplished as well as challenges facing New Mexico now and in the future. During the meeting, we also welcomed new member Gabriel Garcia. 
Senator Steve Neville discussing the legislative session.
Senator Bill Sharer discussing the legislative session.
Terry Fortner sponsored new member Gabriel Garcia and is pictured with President Jack Fortner.
On March 19th, we celebrated President Jack Fortner's birthday.  He was in great spirits as we all sang Happy Birthday to him.
Tuesday, March 12, 2024, Meeting
Today's meeting was focused on learning about the Volunteer Incentive Program (VIP). Tina Pacheco informed us about the benefits of the program that allows area youth to earn funding for their sports teams and programs by volunteering.  We also had the privilege of welcoming former member Abe Barela back into the club!
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Tina Pacheco talks about VIP.
How can you partner with VIP?
Terry Hayes pins returning member Abe Barela.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 Meeting
Our own Rotarian, Vickie Campbell, presented with the UmattR teens. UmattR is a program that addresses social issues facing our local youth. UmattR teens are selected from across San Juan County and are positive role models to their peers and local students.
UmattR Info
Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Meeting
Gallup Rotary Club Past President, Sammy Chioda, visited our club. He presented on the history and the years of fundraising and scholarships that they do. Thank you for visiting our club!
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Tuesday, February 20, 2024, Meeting: 9/11 National Day of Service
Tuesday, February 20th, we heard from Seth Bingham about the 9/11 Day of Service. On this day of service, many people across the country give their time in service of their community. Last year, hygiene bags and park improvements were two of the ways that county residents participated. First Lady and President-Elect Terri Fortner led the charge was President Jack Fortner was out.
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Tuesday evening (February 6th) Rotarians gathered for a social and dined together before watching Johnny Cash The Official Concert Experience. Thanks to Janis for organizing this social. 
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 Meeting: Revisiting Rotary
At our Rotary meeting this week, we heard about the many programs we operate and participate in.  As Rotarians, we choose to live a life of service to others so it's important that we jump in and support our various projects which include Healing Field, One Book One School, supporting Salvation Army and much more!
 
Jocelyn French was welcomed as our newest member and was pinned by her sponsor (and boyfriend) Kegan.
 
Past President Phil Morin was in town and brought us a banner from his current club in Arkansas. 
Kegan pins Jocelyn as she is officially becomes a Rotarian.
Members enjoying fellowship and lunch. 
Past president's took a photo with visiting past President Phil Morin. 
Congratulations to Rotary members and businesses who were nominated to be Farmington Chamber of Commerce Person/Business of the Year!
Nominated for Person of the Year
Nominated for Business of the Year
Nominated for Business of the Year
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Tuesday, January 30, 2024 Meeting
San Juan County Deputy Manager Steven Saavedra talked to Rotarians about the County's initiatives related to mental health and the development of a Crisis Triage Center which would allow first responders to provide individuals in crisis with immediate access to supports. The project is currently in development but looks to be a great future community resource!
Currently Available Resources
Tuesday, January 23, 2024 Meeting
During today's meeting, we inducted Vickie Campbell as our newest Rotarian. Ferdi Serim of Rotary Club of Santa Fe (Congrats RC of SF on your 100th birthday!) visited and talked to us about The Four Way Test Essay Contest. Our guest speakers were Candace Krestel and Ashten Mizell talking about Night to Shine- a project funded by the Tim Tebow Foundation that creates a prom night for individuals with special needs. You can still sign up to participate by going to the link on the photo.
Night to Shine Facebook Event
Candace Krestel and Ashten Mizell of Night to Shine
Rotary Club of Santa Fe member Ferdi Serim gets our banner from Gary Risley
Terri Forter pins our newest member Vickie Campbell
Tuesday, January 16, 2024 Meeting
While our fearless president was busy out of town, Dave Turnbull stepped in and led today’s meeting. Our guest was Randy West who talked about all of the great entertainment going on at the City’s entertainment venues and the great performances being put on by Four Corners Musical Theatre Company.
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Tuesday, January 9, 2024 Meeting
Today at Rotary, we learned about Farmington’s new Metabolic and Bariatric Institute. Dr. Ernst and Meghan Ritz talked about the issues related to obesity, the procedure, as well as their treatment methods. It was an informative day!
 
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On Saturday, January 6th, Rotarians Bill Sharer and Rick Burns from San Juan County Rotary Club paired up with Rotarians Brad Ekhoff and Greg Hallstrom from Albuquerque Rotary del Sol to build a needed ramp at a local home. Thank you, gentlemen, for a job well done! 
Next Tuesday, support Rotary and saving lives by donating blood. The Bloodmobile will be available at Hills Church before, during, and after lunch.
Greg and Brad Ekhoff present on Albuquerque Rotary del Sol and the New Mexico Ramp Project 
Greg, Bill Sharer, Brad, and Mike pose for a photo.
Bill will be the New Mexico Ramp Project leader for our club 
Steve Neville slips President Jack Fortner a joke book so he can improve his game!
First Rotary Meeting of 2024!
Club members met for the first meeting of the new year. Greg and Brad Ekhoff from Albuquerque Rotary del Sol talked about their club and the New Mexico Ramp Project. Bill Sharer will step up as chair of our club's New Mexico Ramp Project. To top things off, Steve Neville brought President Jack Fortner a joke book to help him improve.
NM Ramp Project Info
Christi Drake and Bryan Crawford installed as Rotarians
Christmas fun
Christmas cheer!
December 12, 2023 meeting: Rotarians brought in their donations for Angel Tree (left) and we heard music performed by the students of Pinon Hills Academy (below). 
Pinon Hills Academy students sing Santa Claus is Coming to Town.
Pinon Hills Academy Students sing Christmas Carols.
Pinon Hills Academy Students sing Christmas Carols.
Salvation Bell Ringers
On Saturday, December 9th, Rotarians including Randy Joslin and Jim Baker (right) volunteered their time ringing the bell for the Salvation Army.
Info on Salvation Army
Carol, Nicole, and Jaime
Gary and Pat
Jack and Terri Fortner
At our Tuesday, December 5th meeting, Mark Johnson was inducted into our club as a returning Honorary Member.  Our guest speaker was Mrs. New Mexico America Perla Wahoske who resides in the area. She talked about her choice to participate in the Mrs. New Mexico pageant, her platform, and the experiences and opportunities she has encountered through her title. To learn more, visit her Facebook Page
Mrs. New Mexico America Perla Wahoske in her costume at the national pageant
Mrs. New Mexico America Perla Wahoske speaks to our club.
Terri Fortner places the Rotary pin on Mark Johnson.
Salvation Army and United Way
Lieutenant Christopher Rockwell of the Salvation Army and Jennifer Johnson from San Juan United Way spoke to our club on November 28th. They talked about different ways to help our youth and seniors this Christmas including Angel Tree and the senior citizen blanket drive. 
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Tuesday, November 21st Meeting
Tuesday, November 21st Meeting: Our guest was Andrea Pena with Childhaven. Also during today's meeting we inducted Pat Lucero into our Club.  Welcome to our newest Rotarian!
Learn About Childhaven!
Andrea Pena with Childhaven
Pat Lucero- San Juan County East's newest Rotarian
Visiting Rotarians Join Us for Lunch
A great benefit to being a Rotarian is visiting Rotary Clubs around the world.  On November 14th, Rotarians Jim and Donna Micelli from Studio City- Sherman Oaks Rotary visited our club.  They are pictured here with San Juan County East Rotary President Jack Fortner.
Learn About Rotary
Bags of Love Presents to SJC East Rotary on November 14th
On November 14th, Bags of Love presented to our Club.  Bags of Love are given to children who have been displaced from their homes or are in need of items due to difficult circumstances.  To support this project, donations of items or financial resources can be made. 
Bags of Love on Facebook
San Juan Rotary's Street Clean Up featured in the Tri-City Record
On Sunday, November 5th, San Juan County Rotary was featured in the Tri-City Record for our Roadside Clean Up. 
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Tuesday, November 7, 2023 Luncheon: Our guest was local filmmaker Justin Hunt who described the process bring The Post from vision to movie theaters.  The Post won The Best Thriller award at the Montreal Film Festival.  You can learn more about the film by following Justin Hunt on Instagram, following The Post movie on Instagram or checking it out at Allen Theaters. 
Local Filmmaker Justin Hunt
The Post movie- Now Showing in Farmington
San Juan Rotarians with Justin Hunt
Saturday at 8 am ready to do our
highway clean up. Service above Self 
Chief Hebbe presented on public safety in Farmington and the importance of avoiding misinformation online. 
Janis Jakino pinned Nicole Clark as our newest Rotarian
Terri Fortner pinned Nicole Lane as our newest Rotarian
Rotarians Support Local Students with One School, One Book
On Monday, October 30th, our Rotarians handed out books as part of our ongoing One School, One Book partnership with McCormick Elementary School. Numerous studies have documented the importance of reading for emotional, academic, and professional success. We love the opportunity to books in the hands of children to give them access to these important tools, but also to help them develop the love of learning. This year's book, A Boy Called Bat, will be read by all students and their families over winter break.
About One School, One Book
Participants of the One School, One book handout at McCormick Elementary School. From left to right: Vice Principal Tatia Fernandez, Principal Lynn White, Rotarians Amy Scanlan, Terri Fortner, Jeanine Bingham-Kelly, Janis Jakino, Nicole Clark, Jim Baker
About One School, One Book
Students wait to be given their new books. 
Our 2023 Navajo Preparatory Academy Scholarship Recipient Kiana B. 
October 24th Co-Speaker, Laura Harper
 
October 24th Co-Speaker, Tim Gordon
 
Newest Rotarian
Jeff Johanson
Dean of Students Rainey Crisp and Jeffrey Tome, admissions Navajo Prep received us scholarship for Kiana, Freshman
Navajo Prep
Newest Rotarian Cole Stoneman
Appreciation from Connie Mack Chairman for supporting the ABA
Sarah Oliver and Randy Joslin
Robert Miller presentation on the
NM Judicial System
Our newest Rotarian Keigen Kruger pinned by Joe Crim
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Today’s speaker Jyl Adair, PMS, Festival of Trees. https://www.pmsfestivaloftrees.org
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Virginia Nickles Hircock presented on her Mt. Everest base camp adventure 
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Gary Risley and Mike Lewis presented the outstanding service award by President Fortner
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Lieutenant Governor Quinn visited our club and was presented our club banner
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SJRE Fly In, Drive In, Dine In September 23rd
SJRE Fly In, Drive In, Dine In September 23rd
SJRE Fly In, Drive In, Dine In September 23rd
District Governor Haas presented banner to President Fortner
Jamie Church installed and pinned by membership Chair Janis Jakino
Senator Bill Sharer installed and pinned by President elect Terri Fortner
Jared Okello, Kenya Parliamentarian
Mr. Okello spoke on elections in Kenya
MP Jared Okello
Liesl Dee, San Juan College Encore
Encore
Newest Rotarian Amy Scanlan pinned by Terri Fortner
Bonnie Hopkins Byers
NMSU Extension program
Cole Stoneman, Ironbridge Wealth Management, presented on preparation for retirement
Bob Fitz presented a photo to President Fortner in appreciation for Rotary's contribution to the Navajo Ministries Bi-fly tournament
September 23rd Fly In, Drive In event at Farmington, NM airport
KSJE interview
Virginia Nickles &
Robin Woodard
Carnegie Hall
Carnegie Hall
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WHAT WE DO AND WHO WE ARE:

-Salvation Army  bell ringers
-Trash collectors with BLM
-Connie Mack team host and sponsor
-Halloween costume party at a local business 
-Pints for Polio at a local business
-Healing fields on Memorial Day
-Fly in, Dine in at Farmington Municipal Airport
-One school, one book for McCormick
-Bi-fly fishing tournament for Navajo Ministries 
-Presents and funds Navajo Prep scholarship 
-Desert View Counseling 'Strides against Suicide' 
-Christmas Angel tree 
-Paul Harris Awards 
-RYLA
-Every Rotarian Every Year (EREY)
-Sponsor of the Karadah Project International 
Today’s presentation was AI ChatGPT. The risks and benefits of its use
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Rotary Speaker Nora Bond presented Remote Area Medical (RAM) that will serve underserved or uninsured individuals in our county on July 12-14, 2024  Push button below see how to volunteer
RAM
Past President Jeanine Kelly presented plaque by President Fortner
Jim Baker recognized for years as Speaker Chair
Josh Payne presented the Paul Harris
by President Fortner
Rhonda Ledford presented the Paul Harris
by President Fortner
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Desert View Family Counseling presentation 
https://mydesertview.org/
Connie Mack Host Committee-Jeanine Kelly, Janis Jakino, Audra Winters, Carol Taulbee, Peggy Marie, Sarah Oliver and Terri Fortner
Lunch for the team at
San Juan College Dorm Lobby
Albuquerque Baseball Academy served lunch after their 10 a.m. game
DelSheree Gladden, Editor of Tri-City Record
 
https://www.tricityrecordnm.com/
 
President Jeanine Kelly passed the gavel to Jack Fortner who will serve as president 2023-2024
Memorial Day Tribute
The San Juan Rotary Club is proud to present the annual "Flags of Remembrance Healing Fields" Memorial Event. Hundreds of 3x5 America Flags will fly on eight-foot poles, displayed in perfect rows and columns, in an awe-inspiring tribute to honor those men and women who sacrifice their time, talents, and lives for freedom, society, and to better the lives of others. Each flag will fly in honor of a hero.
Sponsor a flag in honor of all who serve and sacrifice or for a personal hero in your life. At the end of the tribute, take the flag home to your business or present it to your hero to fly and continue the tribute. 
The "Flags of Remembrance Healing Fields" event is free of charge and open to the public daily. Come with your family and friends to walk among the flags and experience the spirit of America as you never have before. May 2024
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San Juan County Rotary

Service Above Self

We meet In Person
Tuesdays at 12:00 PM
Hills Church
5101 N Dustin Ave.
Leadership Center
Farmington, NM 87401
United States of America
Phone:
(505) 326-1817
Email:
terrid@fortnerlaw.com
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Arvin Trujillo, 4CED presents on Hydrogen Hub proposals
Don Black presenting on Polio Plus
Speaker Devin Long, New Beginnings Grant Manager
Michelle Hilman Meyering, Boys and Girls Club President and CEO
District Governor Rausch's visit with San Juan Rotary East
Rotary District 5520 Governor Bob Rausch 
Honored on December 15, 2021 Jim Baker, Paul Harris Fellow
San Juan Rotary East Club  banner as sister club with Club Rotario San Salvador Noroeste
Tuesday's speaker David Ripley, Director at San Juan County Communications Authority
https://www.sjcounty911.net/
Santa’s Rotary elves ringing in Christmas for the Salvation Army
Carol Taulbee, Randy Joslin, Terri Fortner, Dawn Bourgeois, Jim Baker, Jeanette Kelly, Ginger Palmer and Gary Risley
Speakers
Tonya Stinson, Executive Director,
Farmington Convention and Visitor Bureau
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Ingrid Gilbert, NM Hospitality Association’s Board of Directors Chair 
UMATTR and San Juan Rotary East   https://www.umattr.com/
Jose Villarreal, Work-based Learning Program, Farmington Municipal Schools
Liesl Dees, San Juan College, Director of Continuing Education 
https://www.sanjuancollege.edu/community/community-learning-clc/
Our club held a zoom meeting with Rotary San Salvador Noroeste. Our plan to work with them on an international project.  For more information, please contact us by clicking on members name on the left of page!
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Jamie Church, Farmington Chamber of Commerce

Four Corners Professional Women's Summit October 28, 2021

Vendors needed for Chile in October- fest, Saturday, October 2nd at Berg Park!
For a vendor application contact the Farmington Chamber of Commerce at (505)325-0279 or email at chamber@gofarmington.com 

Focus on Farmington Coffee

September 15, 2021 from 8:00am - 9:00am | Connect Space 203 W. Main

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FMS Superintendent Gene Schmidt and Bobby Newlund, CFO spoke
at Tuesday's club luncheon. 
FMS

Bonnie Hopkins Byers

County Program Director and Agricultural Extension Agent at New Mexico State University, San Juan County

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Delbert Anderson, musician
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Delbert Anderson
Passing of the gavel
President Bourgeois to Ginger Palmer
June 29, 2021
San Juan Rotary East Board
Ginger Palmer, President
Dawn Bourgeois, Past President
Jeanine Kelly, President elect
Daniel Evans, Treasurer
Terri Fortner, Communication/PR
International Programs Co-Chair
Jim Baker and Carol Taulbee, Program Co-Chair 
Gary Risley, Sergeant at Arms
Peggy Marie, Rotary International Programs Co-Chair
Maria Van Caster, Foundation Chair
Randy Joslin, Chaplain
Drew Degner and Melissa Meecham, Co-Chair Healing Fields
Doug Dykeman, Grant Writer
Dave Turnbull, Service Projects
Membership, Drew Degner
Rick Quevedo, Club Administrator
Club Executives & Directors
President
Jack Fortner
President Elect
Terri Fortner
Secretary
Maria Van Caster
Treasurer
Jeanine Kelly
Program Chair
Carol Taulbee
SJCREF Chair
Audra Winters
Chaplain
Christopher Rockwell
Grant writer
Amy Scanlan
RYLA
Nicole Lane
Website/Social Media
Melissa Meechan
Assistant Governor
Daniel Evans
Healing Fields coordinator
Gary Risley
Every Rotarian Every Year (EREY)
Peggy Marie
Past President
Jeanine Kelly
Membership
Audra Winters
Service Projects
David Turnbull
Sergeant at Arms
Gary Risley
Rotary Links
Links
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays:
  • Larry Moore
    April 3
  • Douglas Dykeman
    April 29
San Juan Rotary Club
Chartered 1959
 
Past Presidents: 

Chas. L. Craven
1959-1960
Jim Milling 1960-1961
Cleo E. Wall 1961-1962
Jos. S. Hartman
1962-1963
Clark Skinner 1963-1964
Plumber S. Lemley
1964-1965
Roy L. Nials 1965-1966
Jack Hasler 1966-1967
W. P. Shryock 1967-1968
Rev. Rodney Roberts
1968-1969
Duane Martin
1969-1970
Byron Caton 1970-1971
Geo. Pennington
1971-1972
Jack Hasler 1972-1973
Hugh Littrel 1973-1974
Hugh Littrel 1974-1975
E.K. Wallace 1975-1976
Phil Barck 1976-1977
Allen Beuerle 1977-1978
Dave Nichols 1978-1979
Gordon King 1979-1980
Rod Hancock
1980-1981
John S. Moore
1981-1982
Chas. W. Jordan
1982-1983
Range Burge 1983-1984
John Gallegos
1984-1985
Jerry Moon 1985-1986
Phil Morin 1986-1987
Franklin Roberts
1987-1988
Ron Dial
1988-1989
Thomas James
1989-1990
John Oliphant
1990-1991
Jeffrey Boddy
1991-1992
Joyce Donald
1992-1993
Pete Rahn 1993-1994
Bill Standley 1994-1995
Pat Gross 1995-1996
Jack Smelser
1996-1997
Dave Cesark 1997-1998
Richard Tully
1998-1999
Marcia Phillips
1999-2000
David Turnbull
2000-2001
Sandy Williams
2001-2002
Andy Sandoval
2002-2003
Pam Lee
2003-2004
Matthew Lamoureux
2004-2005
Ron Price 
2005-2006
Jill McQueary
2006-2007
Randy Joslin 2007-2008
Gary Risley 
2008-2009
Paul DeShayes 
2009-2010
David Robert 
2010-2011
Dorothy Saltzman
2011-2012
Barbara Tedrow
2012-2013
Melissa Meecham 2013-2014
Drew Degner 2014-2015
Ross Rogers 2015-2016
Rick Quevedo 2016-2017
Rich Canfield 2017-2018
Daniel Evans 2018-2019
Thomas Madrid
2019-2020
Dawn Bourgeois
2020-2021
Ginger Palmer
2021-2022
Jeanine Kelly
2022-2023
Jack Fortner
2023-2024
In Memory of
Fellow Rotarians
Stan Poff 2013
Jack Lee 2014
Richard Ledbetter 2016
John Oliphant 2017
David Saxon 2017
Jessica Saxon 2018
William Hall 2018
Bunky Owen 2018
Darryl Leeper 2019
Jesse Beard 2019
Pam Lee 2019 
Bill Standley 2021
Bill Manchester 2021
Dr. Larry Dautenhahn 2021
Dennis Ivie 2022