Club Welcomes Three New Members

On November 4, the Rotary Club of Castro Valley proudly inducted three outstanding community leaders whose service and professional expertise will strengthen the Club’s work locally and beyond:

• Judge Meera T. Parikh — Alameda County Superior Court
• Paulette Johnson — Realtor & Community Volunteer

• Dr. Gary Wolff — Retired Civil Engineer & Sustainability Leader

In presenting the newest Rotarians to the Club, President Misti Short,  noted, "Each of these new members embodies Rotary’s motto of Service Above Self. Judge Parikh’s commitment to youth, Paulette’s hands-on advocacy for families and seniors, and Dr. Wolff’s deep experience in environmental stewardship and public service will be a powerful addition to our club"

President Short concluded with “These members represent the best of Castro Valley—integrity, expertise, and a heart for service,” added Short. “We’re excited to get to work together on youth programs, environmental initiatives, and hands-on projects that lift our community.”

Click here to read more about each new Rotarian.

Photo (L_R):  Rotarian Chris Carr, Paulette Johnson, Rotary Membership Chair Dan Willits, Dr. Gary Wolff, Rotary President-Elect Craig Semmelmeyer, Judge Meera T. Parikh, Rotary President Misti Short           Photo by Jim Negri

The Wellness Kitchen provides students with hands-on opportunities to learn about nutrition, cooking, and healthy living while building life skills that extend beyond the classroom. The Rotary grant funds durable equipment and long-lasting assets that will strengthen Canyon’s wellness initiatives for years to come.

Click here to read more about the Wellness Program and learn about the Grants Program.