Tuesday, August 09, 2005

Rotary Club of Kalibo Holds Induction

By: Ambrosio R. Villorente

The Rotary Club of Kalibo and the Rotary Spouses held their 39th Induction Ceremonies last week with Mr. Rolando Rebuelta as guest speaker. The occasion was held at Gov. Corazon Legaspi Cabagnot Livelihood and Tourist Center, Old Buswang, Kalibo, Aklan in the evening of July 23, 2005.
The officers were inducted by Hon. Dean Telan, Vice Executive Judge of Regional Trial Court, Kalibo, Aklan. The officers of the Rotary Spouses were installed by Governor Carlito S. Marquez. In his short message, Governor Marquez reviewed the close, cordial, productive and mutual cooperation between the Rotary Club of Kalibo on one hand and the local government of Aklan. He specifically mentioned the joined projects on health, education and livelihood.
Marquez also disclosed to the guests and Rotary Club members what his administration is doing to alleviate poverty in Aklan. He cited his program on agriculture, tourism, education and environment protection and conservation. Marquez is an honorary member of the Rotary Club of Kalibo.
Ms. Melrose S. Lunn was inducted as new member of the Rotary Club of Kalibo by Pres. Panski Rebuelta. “AG Raphy Tayco delivered the charge.” Megs is a former member of the Rotary Club of Metro Kalibo.
Mr. Rolando Rebuelta, a successful businessman in the United States and brother of Pres. Panski was the guest of honor and speaker. Rolly, as he is fondly called by relatives and friends, spoke on his business activities in the US. In his power point presentation, he congratulated his brother for being the president of the prestigious club – the Rotary. He disclosed some possible occurrences that will favorably affect the people of the world in the future. He pointed out to the possibility of mobile cars traveling with less gas at far distance.
In his inaugural address, Pres. Panski Rebuelta talked of his vision and mission to help the less privileged people specially in the acquisition of knowledge, family development and poverty alleviation.
Rtn. Emmett Custodio and Rtn. Megs Lunn were the deans of ceremonies.
Immediate Past President Vic Santamaria turned over the gavel which is the symbol of power and authority to President Panski Rebuelta in a solemn ceremony. /MP http://madyaas_pen@yahoo.com





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