In 1994, Roger joined Newport-Balboa Rotary, where he became active in various events and committees, including the "Reading by 9" program.  He served as Club President in 2002-03, after being recognized for his Community Service work in two separate years, and as Rotarian of the Year twice.  He was also the recipient of the Four Avenues of Service Citation from Rotary International

From 2001 to 2004, Roger chaired the "Reading by 9" program at the District level.  He served as an Assistant Governor in 2003-04, Assistant to the Governor in 2004-05, and as Executive Assistant to the Governor in 2005-06.  In addition, he has served as Fleet Commodor of Newport Harbor Fleet of the International Yachting Fellowship of Rotarians.

Roger and his wife Shelia reside in Newport Beach.  Shelia is a partner of the Busch Firm, an Irvine law firm that specializes in estate planning and real estate.  They enjoy traveling to the mountains of Colorado in any season and have made regular visits to the New Orleans Jazz Festival.  They have attended Rotary International Conventions in Barcelona, Chicago, and Salt Lake City, and both are Multiple Paul Harris Fellows, and they are Major Donors, Benefactors, and Members of the Bequest Society.  Roger and Shelia are both avid readers, and appreciate the critical role that literacy plays in everyday life.  Literacy will be a major focus in Rotary 2008-2009 in our District.

District Governor, Roger McGonegal will visit our Club Thursday, October 2, 2008.   A Board meeting is scheduled at 11:15 a.m.