One of the best Rotary Club Presidents I have worked with is my friend Woody Fridae who I sponsored into the Winters Club in 2005.Woody has served in many capacities … Continue Reading...
Author: John Donlevy
Risk and Reward- The “hole”
The year was 2008, the economy had just collapsed on speculative lending, the great recession had begun, businesses and restaurants were closing everywhere, liquidity in markets had all but dried … Continue Reading...
Community Service- At the heart of all we do!
This website is titled “In the Business of Where People Live” because we really believe that! Our lives are based on service, helping those in need and building opportunity for … Continue Reading...
Building a Framework for Downtown Revitalization
In my 38 years in local government, I always had in my job description redevelopment, economic development and planning! It was always about being a part of the team which … Continue Reading...
Facilitation Services
Over the years, I found that finding facilitation for local government meetings, goal setting and community workshops was often difficult. For as much as people knew how to coordinate meetings, … Continue Reading...
Nogales Mexico- 2008
In 2008, the Rotary Club of Winters embarked on one of best ever projects, service on the border between the US and Mexico. This was a very violent time on … Continue Reading...
Mexico Projects 2023-24
Our outreach to partner Rotary Clubs and nonprofit organizations will really move in 2024 in Baja California. We will be working on:
- A Facility Master Plan to benefit Genesis Diez
Africa Projects in Liberia and Kenya- 2023-24
We have key projects occurring in the coming year with key collaborations with other Rotary Clubs, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s) and Soroptomist in both Liberia and Kenya. In March, 2024, we … Continue Reading...
ICMA Video- Life, Well Run
I just love this video because it captures the essence of being a city manager so well. Enjoy!
The Right Start! – Transition and Information Services for the New City Manager
Transitioning into a new job is a challenge for everyone, especially as a new executive in a key local government position. Often, the person is thrust into a situation of … Continue Reading...