President Steven convened the meeting right at 7 am. After the Pledge of Allegiance, Alan Okinaka delivered the inspiration. He announced that the planning for Oktober Fest was progressing smoothly and restatede the request for Rotarians to donate $100 in prizes and or gifts for the silent auction. Sharon Scheele announced that there were only three tickets for Junior Achievement Hall of Fame banquent at $120 each. Please contact Sharon to reserve the remaing seats and to arrange for payment. Tim Hansen announced that there would be a work day at the Queen Liliuokalani Gardens on Saturday, August 24th starting at 8 am and ending at noon to rebuild some of the stone walls thin bamboo and other activities. Tim pointed out that the Gardens received a grant from Hilo Bay Rotary a few months ago. He then circulated a sign up sheet.