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by Jeremy Couso
It was one of those events that simply felt historic. More than a hundred local, regional and state dignitaries joined with Susanville Rotarians to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Susanville in Jensen Hall at the Lassen County Fairgrounds.
Opening ceremonies kicked off with a performance by the Lassen High School Drumline, followed by the Presentation of Colors by Lassen County’s 4-H Leadership. Richard Bendix led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance and Pastor Terry Johnson delivered the invocation.
Guests enjoyed catering by local favorite barbecue magician Joe Comino and family, while the lovely Carol Fontana provided a beautiful violin soundtrack for the celebration.
While current Rotary President Todd Eid presided over the ceremony, Past Presidents Ron Jarrell and Michael Kirack took on Master of Ceremonies duties. Together, they introduced a number of Rotary dignitaries, including Rotary International Director Wyn Spiller, District Governor Larry Harvey and Past District Governor Dennis Geare.
A special delegation from Fallon’s Rotary Club—the chapter responsible for sponsoring the original 1926 charter that created the Susanville chapter—also attended to congratulate the club on its century of service.
The Susanville Rotarians were further feted by a host of government officials. Assemblymember and congressional candidate James Gallagher spoke briefly and presented a framed resolution to the club. Retired State Senator Brian Dahle also spoke, representing his wife, Senator Megan Dahle, who was unable to attend.
Teporaca Roadrunner delivered remarks on behalf of Assemblywoman Heather Hadwick’s office, followed by two local civic leaders – Susanville Mayor Mendy Schuster and Gary Bridges, Chairman of the Lassen County Board of Supervisors.
To close out the landmark event, Bill Gillaspie, the club’s President-elect, was named Rotarian of the Year by Eid, who emphasized the immense amount of work Gillaspie put in to make the 100th-anniversary ceremony a resounding success.
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