Roswell Police Chief Jim Conroy & Roswell Fire Chief Joe Pennino
Chief of Roswell Police, Jim Conroy began serving the City of Roswell on July 29, 2019. Before joining the Roswell Police Department, Chief Conroy grew up in DeKalb County, and served the DeKalb County Police Department retiring in 2019 with 30 years of service. He worked his way through all ranks and divisions to serve as the DeKalb County Chief of Police for the last 5 1/2 years. Under his leadership, DeKalb County experienced a significant reduction in overall crime. He led efforts to increase public trust and overall transparency by implementing body cameras and enhancing public access to crime data. Chief Conroy is happily married to his wife Ginger. They have two girls, Reagan and Reese. Chief of Roswell Fire Department, Joe Pennino, was sworn in by former Fire Chiefs Ricky Spencer and Ricky Burnette in June 2019. Pennino has been with the Largo Fire Rescue in Florida for over 18 years, where he has served in nearly every capacity, from firefighter to interim fire chief. He served since 2017 as Largo’s Deputy Fire Chief, where he oversaw five operational divisions, helped improve department response times, conducted an organizational analysis, and served as the city’s Incident Commander for hurricanes Irma and Eta. Honoring Lives Lost 9-11
President John's Message
This week we remember the 2,977 people who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 in the single largest foreign attack on American soil. We honor the memory of 441 first responders - fire, police and EMS - who died that day trying to rescue those trapped in buildings that had been hit, the greatest loss of emergency responders on a single day in American history. Last Saturday we honored our local Roswell first responders with our 3rd annual drive through cookout, serving all our firefighters and police officers on duty that day through two shifts. Thanks to our 9-11 Committee for hosting the cookout, the many Rotarians who volunteered, the North Fulton Rotary Club with their donation of cookies and help, and the Interact students who so capably served from Blessed Trinity and Roswell High Schools. This week we continue to honor our first responders in our meeting when we welcome our Police Chief James Conroy and Fire Chief Joe Pennino and members of their departments. Sept. 8th Program: Roswell Police Chief Jim Conroy & Roswell Fire Chief Joe Pennino [CLONED]
James Conroy is currently the Chief of Police for the City of Roswell. He was selected for this position following a nationwide search and began serving the City of Roswell on July 29, 2019. Before joining the Roswell Police Department, Chief Conroy grew up in DeKalb County, and served the DeKalb County Police Department retiring in 2019 with 30 years of service. He worked his way through all ranks and divisions and served as the DeKalb County Chief of Police for the last five and one half years. Under his leadership, DeKalb County experienced a significant reduction in overall crime and he led efforts to increase public trust and overall transparency of the department by implementing body worn cameras and enhancing public access to crime data. Chief Conroy is happily married for over 16 years to his wife Ginger. They have two girls, Reagan age 15 and Reese age 13. They keep him very busy with their competitive cheerleading and travelling. Joe Pennino, Chief of Roswell Fire Department, was sworn in by former fire chiefs Ricky Spencer and Ricky Burnette in June 2019. Pennino has been with the Largo Fire Rescue in Florida for over 18 years, where he has served in nearly every capacity, from firefighter to interim fire chief. He has served since 2017 as Largo’s deputy fire chief, where he has overseen the department’s five operational divisions, helped the department improve its response times, conducted an organizational analysis, and served as the city’s incident commander for hurricanes Irma and Eta.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Pennino has a Doctorate in Public Administration from Valdosta State University and a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. He is a knowledgeable professional in his field, serving as an adjunct instructor at Liberty University, teaching fire service leadership and Public Administration Ethics, Statesmanship and Governance.
“As the leader of this great department, I recognize the importance of transparency, trust and open communication and will always look out for the wellbeing of our personnel,” Pennino said. “Additionally, I will look for ways to promote an inclusive environment where all members have an avenue to contribute.”
Let's give a huge Roswell Rotary welcome to these leaders in our community on Thursday. See you there! It's Go time
Golf and Tennis Tournament Sept. 12
We can’t wait for a great day of fun and fundraising for our charities! And it will be all because of you! Schedules for the golf and tennis are provided below. Important Note The morning golf flight is scheduled for a shotgun start at 7:30 am – this is 30 minutes EARLIER than previous years. Golf:
7:00 am Golf Registration First Flight Putting Green & Driving Range Open 7:30 am First Flight Golf – Shotgun Start 12pm Lunch 12:30pm Awards for Morning Golf Flight 12:30pm Golf Registration Second Flight Putting Green & Driving Range Open 1:00pm Ball Drop at Hole #10 1:30pm Second Flight Golf – Shotgun Start 6:00pm Awards for Afternoon Golf Flight Tennis:
8:30 am Tennis Registration (1st Flight) 9:00 am First Flight Begins 12:00 pm Lunch 1:00 pm Ball Drop 2:30 pm Tennis Registration (2nd Flight) 3:00 pm Second Flight Begins Can't wait to see everyone at the Tournament on Monday, Sept. 12th. That's next Monday! Golf Tournament Volunteers
You Volunteered. Now What? Here are the Answers!
Roswell Rotary Club Golf Tournament Volunteer Sign Up: Job Descriptions EVERYONE BRING A COMFORTABLE PORTABLE LAWN CHAIR Golf Cart Drivers: 3 Drivers for AM and 3 drivers for PM Arrive 20 minutes prior to your designated time and check in at the front of the Clubhouse Club will provide you with a Golf Cart – You’ll be responsible to drive all volunteers and potential supplies to and from each event hole Hole #1 - Putting Contest – 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for AM and 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for PM
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your designated time and check in at the front of the Clubhouse Volunteer 1: Responsible for explaining the contest and collecting Money (Cash and CC using Square) -- $20 per participant Volunteer 2: Measure each participant’s putt and track closest to hole Hole #3 (Ladies' Closest to Pin) - 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for AM and 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for PM
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your designated time and check in at the front of the Clubhouse Volunteer 1: Greet participants at the tee and let them know that it’s the Ladies Closest to Hole Contest Volunteer 2: Set up near green and validate each participant’s ball that hits the green. Participants will mark the sign if they’re closest. Hole #8 (Men's Closest to Pin) - 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for AM and 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for PM
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your designated time and check in at the front of the Clubhouse Volunteer 1: Greet participants at the tee and let them know that it’s the Men’s Closest to Hole Contest Volunteer 2: Set up near green and validate each participant’s ball that hits the green. Participants will mark the sign if they’re closest. Hole #11 (Hole in One Special AND Betting Hole) - 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for AM and 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for PM
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your designated time and check in at the front of the Clubhouse Volunteer 1: Greet participants at the tee and let them know that it’s the Betting Hole AND Roswell General Hole in One Special Contest -RULES FOR BETTING HOLE: Brookfield will powder 2 circles (10 ft diameter and 20 ft diameter). If golfers get the ball in the outer circle, they get their money back; if they get it in the inner circle, golfers get double their money back. Volunteer 2: Set up near green and validate each participant’s ball that hits in to the green. Validate whether participants get their balls in the circles. Volunteer 3: Bartender Hole #14 (Shotgun Hole) - 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for AM and 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for PM
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your designated time and check in at the front of the Clubhouse Volunteer 1: Responsible for explaining the contest and collecting Money (Cash and CC using Square) -- $20 per participant Volunteer 2: Responsible for explaining the contest and collecting Money (Cash and CC using Square) -- $20 per participant Hole #15 (Hole in One Special) - 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for AM and 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for PM –
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your designated time and check in at the front of the Clubhouse Volunteer 1: Greet participants at the tee and let them know that it’s the Hole in One Special Contest Volunteer 2: Set up near green and validate each participant’s ball that hits in to the green. Hole #16 (Buy a Drive) - 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for AM and 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for PM
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your designated time and check in at the front of the Clubhouse Brookfield will powder a circle where the ball gets played from if a golfer participates. Volunteer 1: Responsible for explaining the contest and collecting Money (Cash and CC using Square) -- $20 per participant Volunteer 2: Responsible for explaining the contest and collecting Money (Cash and CC using Square) -- $20 per participant Parking Attendants – 3 Slots (7:00am - 9:00am; 12:00pm – 2:00pm; 5:00pm – 7:00pm)
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your designated time and check in at the front of the Clubhouse Volunteers will be assigned to direct traffic coming in – Details will be provided upon arrival Volunteer Floaters - 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for AM and 3 Slots per 1.5 hours for PM
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your designated time and check in at the front of the Clubhouse Volunteers will be assigned any open holes that are needed – As to be on standby for any no show volunteers After Hours' Next Meeting is TONIGHT!
After Hours meets tonight, Tuesday, Sept. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at The Artillery Room @ Gate City. Roswell Rotary's own Bob Clarkson will be the guest speaker! Bob will give his best advice for young people who want to purchase their first home, and answer all your burning questions. Additionally, everyone is encouraged to bring in their used grocery bags! The Unity Garden at the Chattahoochee Nature Center is in need of grocery bags, so RRAH is collecting them for donation. See you there! The Day the Chicken Didn't Make it to Rotary
Past President Moment - Steve Stroud - 1993-94
Let's jump a decade from Frank Brown's presidency in the early 80's to 1993. The youngest president in Roswell Rotary history, 29 year old Steve Stroud assumed the reins in the summer of 1993. Our Golf Tournament was in its 15th year and for the first time we broke the $100,000 mark. And one Thursday morning Steve was greeted with the news that the refrigerator had broken and all the chicken was spoiled for our meeting that day...can you say Ham for Lunch! Come hear more about what went on in 1993-94 from Steve Stroud this week.
Sad News
Alex Chranowski: Dear Friend of Roswell Rotary
Last week Roswell Rotary lost a great friend of our club. Alex Chrzanowski was a history teacher and coach at Roswell High School who loved his country and our veterans. He went on every Honor Air flight our club sponsored except for one. He followed up with his veterans, creating long time friendships. Lots of the WWII veterans he was able to meet on our trips came to speak during his history classes providing meaningful lessons for our high school students.
The funeral plans include Visitation on Thursday, Sept. 22 from 5 to 8 PM at Northside Chapel Funeral Home and a Funeral service on Friday, Sept. 23 at 2 PM at St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church. New Member Spotlight
Welcome New Member: Warren Parson
Schools attended- Georgia State University Major- Business Administration with a concentration in marketing Where you live and have lived- I have been in Georgia my whole life. Just recently moved from Lilburn to Smyrna Spouse- Melissa Parsons- we have been married for 5 years this October Kids and ages- No kids, but we do have 7 fur babies. 3 dogs (Honey, Hank ,and Magnolia) 4 cats (Petey, Luna, Little Bit, and Gizmo) All are adopted, which is a passion of ours. Other involvement in community- Giving back through Scouting and making sure that North Fulton continues to be a strong place for Scouting. Career- Atlanta Area Council, and the Boy Scouts of America Anything interesting!- I taught drumlines all over the state for about 10 years after while also marching all over the country through different circuits. I have an extensive Hot Wheel’s collection, and have a huge interest in cars. I own a 1982 F-100 that I will be starting the rebuilding process on soon. My wife and I are also massive Atlanta United fans, and try to never miss a game. Why you joined Rotary- I joined Rotary so that I can become part of the community that I serve in Scouting. I love meeting new people and making connections so that I can best help with the delivery of a quality Scouting program for all of the youth in my District. Roswell Rotary Members: Let's show Warren how we welcome new members to our club! Take a moment to shake his hand, eat lunch with him at your table, invite him to help with your projects, invite him to Alive in Roswell or a Hump Day to meet people, find several things that you two have in common! It's hard to be new. Let's make it fun and exciting to onboard into our club! Getting Hammered by Fees
Announcing Credit Card Convenience Fee of 3% beginning Sept. 15th
Last year our Rotary Club incurred over $8,500 in credit card fees. In order to be good stewards of our funds, in August the Board of Directors of our Club approved a convenience fee of 3% for credit card transactions commencing on September 15th. This is in line with the vast majority of Rotary clubs in our district. Members may continue to use online payments and checks without incurring any fees.
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