President Jason DeKeuster called the St. Paul Rotary #10 Signature luncheon on February 10th to order.
President Jason thanked his meeting helpers John Chandler, Sherry Howe, Rob Thomas, Dave Dominick, Bob Cardinal, and Susan Rostkoski.
Jason reminded Club members that our 501 next week has been cancelled and that our annual meeting with Club #9 is scheduled for Friday, February 20th at 12 noon - Minneapolis Club. All club members need to pre-register. A link will be sent out.
Past President John Andrews did an exceptional job presenting a memorial for Chuck Dietz. Chuck was a Rotarian for 33 years; had a 41 year career with 3M along plus serving on the 3M board of directors for 17 years. You may have known Chuck through community projects and organizations that Chuck was very active in. Chuck was an incredible Scout volunteer.
Past District Governor Ken Crabb introduced St. Paul's Chief of Police Axel Henry. Chief Henry become a cop in 1995. He started his law enforcement career with Roseville before joining the ranks of St. Paul in 1998. Chief Henry was appointed Chief of Police in 2022.
Chief Henry utilized his time at the podium fielding questions from our Club. Questions centered around reduction of crime and murder rates; perception of crime in the downtown area; update on the K-9 unit; ICE; along with positive youth programs going on in Saint Paul that helps youth from getting into trouble. Chief Henry stated that community trust is so important.
Happy dollars were given in honor of the St. Paul Police Department, our Chief of Police and Chuck Dietz.
President Jason concluded the meeting by reviewing upcoming dates which include: our joint club meeting on February 20th; St. Paul Mayor on February 24th; Farewell Celebration for Amanda and Doni on March 3rd; Explore Minnesota on March 10th and pollinators on March 17.
A great turnout to hear updates from the Chief of Police. Hope to see everyone in Minneapolis!