The City of Canton Mayor’s Office Director of Planning
Donn Angus is an award winning designer and Planner. Educated in landscape architect, urban design, and city/regional planning – as well as classic cultures - he has over 20 years of professional experience, specifically focused on providing design and planning services to both the private and public sectors. Donn has had a unique and rewarding career with prominent design firms, federal agencies, and local governments in Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Boston, Chicago, and London, as well as the Walt Disney Company in Orlando. This experience has afforded him the opportunity to develop a diverse portfolio, having built & planned both large & small scale projects, located in 17 states, the District of Columbia, and 9 foreign nations.
Now with the City of Canton since June of 2017, Donn is serving as the Director of Planning, something that the city has been without for quite some time. Donn brings a new perspective to this position, with a special emphasis placed upon the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan and the advancement of the ‘Live, Work, Play’ premise, while embracing Canton's reputation as the Hall of Fame City.
Tens of thousands of children across the United States are hungry and here in Canton, Ohio, it is no different. According to recent census information, 48% of the children in the City of Canton live in poverty. The Canton City School District does its part to help alleviate some of the hunger among their students by offering breakfast and lunch free of charge to all of the student population during the school week. But what happens during long breaks from school?
“We have many families calling our office the week of Christmas asking where they can get food,” said Erin Cole, Child Nutrition Director for Canton City Schools. It is up to the principals at each of the individual schools in the district to try and find a sponsor to help them provide food for their students over the long winter break.
That’s where the Rotary Club of Canton comes in. President-Elect Michelle Mullaly, who also serves as the President & CEO of the Canton Symphony, wanted to do something. “During this past summer, we received a grant that allowed us to provide backpacks of food for the children in summer school to take home over the weekend. The principal from Allen Elementary, one of the poorest in Canton City, contacted me to see if our Club could do something for her school over Christmas,” said Ms. Mullaly. The Pack the Bus idea was born.
The Rotary Club of Canton will spearhead a Pack the Bus food drive to provide needy families in the Canton City School District with much-needed food over the holiday break. The Club will kick it off by purchasing $1650 worth of non-perishable items with the remaining money from the grant. They are looking for members of the community to donate additional non-perishable food items for the children of Canton.
Please bring items on December 12, 2017 from 10am-2pm. The McKinley High School Marching Band is generously donating their equipment trailer to use as the “bus” for the food drive and will also be on-hand to perform. They will be located in the parking lot of the Zimmermann Symphony Center, 2331 17th St NW, Canton. The Center is attached to McKinley Senior High School.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Michelle Mullaly, 330-452-3434 x603
During the Canton Rotary meeting on Friday, December 1, 2017, PP Dan Matthews (sponsor) introduced his new member, John Kalogeras, to the Rotary Club of Canton.
PP Dan said the following about John: "Our newest member is actually a former member, having been first introduced in the late 1990's by our dear departed friend and Past President, Richard Farson. He was born in Canton, attended Jackson High School, and was a member of this club the first time for about five years.
In 2007, John founded TJK Catering, which he named after his father, Thomas John Kalogeras, as a tribute to his memory. John's mother, Rena, is a 55-year member of St. Haralambos Church.
Since 2008, TJK has catered events for the Canton Civic Center, Walsh University, the Patriot Ball, the WWE, Aerosmith, numerous NFL teams and owners, NBC Sports, ESPN, the NBA Charlotte Hornets, and NCAA teams, plus numerous weddings, and corporate and civic events throughout NE Ohio.
John and Kim, his bride of 22 years, are parents of daughter, Kimmy, 20, who is working toward her Bachelor's Degree in Business at Loyala Marymount in Los Angeles, after studying at the Culinary Institute of America in New York.
John's wife, Kim, is a second generation CPA, and is the owner of Lytkowski & Associates in Cleveland. Kim also supports the TJK enterprise and helps out whenever she can. They both enjoy travelling to California to visit Kimmy.
John enjoys all sports, especially football. His newest passion in the last 10 years is running, serious RUNNING! Since 2011, John has completed 22 marathons and ultra marathons! He has especially enjoyed two new running places he's discovered: one near the Golden Gate Bridge and another along the Hudson River.
As important as family and food are to John, Kim, and Kimmy, they share another interest with equal passion: rescuing animals in need of a home. The Kalogeras's have rescued over 35 dogs, cats and birds since 2010 alone. So when you think of John just remember: family, food and furry friends!"
Salvation Army Bell Ringing Chairman James Boggs would like to thank the following Rotarians for volunteering their time on December 1, 2017 for the bell ringing at the Kettle at Buehler's in Jackson Township. James says it was very successful and was a wonderful chance for Canton Rotarians to get to know each other. The following Rotarians volunteered:
Lynn Hamilton, Jack Barkan, Shaun Dougherty, Chuck Smith, Dan Matthews, Ashleigh Abrigg, Rick Taylor, Bob Pattison, Dean Wallace, Julia Dick, Bob Matthews, Scott Barwick, Craig Young, Bruce Hale, Steve Fettman, Bruce Schorsten, Scott Sandrock, Ryan Parkinson and James Boggs.
The Rotary office received a "Thank You" note from Lori DeWees and Family. Lori writes:
"To the Rotary Club of Canton ~ The family of John DeWees thanks you for your care and support during our time of deep loss. The plant basket is much appreciated and beautiful. John enjoyed his time as a member of the Canton Rotary Club and all the friendships he made."
It’s that time of year when we are in the midst our Annual Charitable Fund Drive! As is customary, I will be making a weekly plea from the podium for your participation.
The Charitable Fund is vital to our Club’s philanthropic endeavors. With this fund, we support projects such as Polio Plus, the Philomatheon Society, RYLA, Rotary Scouts, Interact and Scholarships. This year we also started the Backpack Project under the charitable fund. It is important that we continue to support projects in the community where we work, live and play.
I am not going to be focusing on the goal amount – instead I’m hoping for 100% participation. It’s not important how much you give, just that you give something. Please consider your gift with a generous spirit. **Please make checks payable to the Canton Rotary Charitable Fund
If anyone is planning on bringing a guest to our upcoming December 15th Holiday meeting, please contact the Rotary office and RSVP your guest(s). We want to ensure there is sufficient seating and food available for everyone. Thank you!
At the weekly meeting on December 1, 2017, President Elect Michelle Mullaly welcomed the 68 members and 4 guests to the meeting. She asked anyone celebrating a December birthday to please stand and be recognized.
PP Rick Huetter provided the Invocation.
Past President Dan Matthews introduced his new member, John Kalogeras (*See story above).
President Elect Michelle then asked each Rotarian to please consider making a contribution to the Canton Rotary Charitable Fund. She let everyone know there were green slips on each table which could be filled out for their pledges.
- Michelle then announced to the members the upcoming "Pack The Bus" program on December 12th from 10am-2pm. The Rotary Club of Canton, along with 1480 WHBC and Mix 94.1, will help feed school children from the City of Canton for the holidays! Bring your non-perishable items to the Zimmermann Symphony Center, located next to McKinley High School, on December 12th. Canton City School District's poverty rate is nearly 100%. Please help provide food for our local children. Michelle stated she will also be in need of volunteer help to collect & distribute the food as well as. She will be providing further details at a later date.
Secretary Suzette Matthews then welcomed these guests to the meeting: Jon Kendle (speaker); Dan Pelger (guest of Drew Pelger); Tim Manion (Rotarian Wadsworth); Richard Regula (Rotarian Massillon).
The "Happy News" was then provided by the following:
Bob Winther - in celebration of the 50th anniversary of he and his wife's first date;
PP Dan Matthews - in celebration of our new member, John Kalogeras;
Richard Regula - in celebration of his mom, Mary's, 91st birthday!
Dennis Dent - in celebration of being able to see everyone today;
Robert Matthews - in celebration of the OSU Buckeye win over Michigan.
Rotarian Don Peterson then provided the Rotofact for the day.
December Speaker Chair and Past President Karen Brenneman then presented her speaker, Jon Kendle, Archivist from the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Michelle then closed the meeting with the following announcements:
- next week's speaker will be Donn Angus, Canton City Director of Planning;
- reminder to contact the Rotary office if you plan to bring any guests to the Holiday meeting on December 15th.
The following Rotarians turned in a makeup during Friday's meeting: Mark Clendenin (Ravenna); Tom Sinclair (2 North Canton).
The following will receive a makeup for attending the One + One Foundation Celebration: Scott Barwick, Dave Ewing, Dan Fuline, Bruce Hale, Dan Matthews, Suzette Matthews, Jim Molnar, Virginia Neutzling, and Amanda Tietze.
The following will receive a makeup for volunteering during the Salvation Army Kettle Ringing on Friday, December 1, 2017: James Boggs, Lynn Hamilton, Jack Barkan, Shaun Dougherty, Chuck Smith, Dan Matthews, Ashleigh Abrigg, Rick Taylor, Bob Pattison, Dean Wallace, Julia Dick, Bob Matthews, Scott Barwick, Craig Young, Bruce Hale, Steve Fettman, Bruce Schorsten, Ryan Parkinson and Scott Sandrock.
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Donn Angus is an award winning designer and Planner. Educated in landscape architect, urban design, and city/regional planning – as well as classic cultures - he has over 20 years of professional experience, specifically focused on providing design and planning services to both the private and public sectors. Donn has had a unique and rewarding career with prominent design firms, federal agencies, and local governments in Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Boston, Chicago, and London, as well as the Walt Disney Company in Orlando. This experience has afforded him the opportunity to develop a diverse portfolio, having built & planned both large & small scale projects, located in 17 states, the District of Columbia, and 9 foreign nations.
Tens of thousands of children across the United States are hungry and here in Canton, Ohio, it is no different. According to recent census information, 48% of the children in the City of Canton live in poverty. The Canton City School District does its part to help alleviate some of the hunger among their students by offering breakfast and lunch free of charge to all of the student population during the school week. But what happens during long breaks from school?
During the Canton Rotary meeting on Friday, December 1, 2017, PP Dan Matthews (sponsor) introduced his new member, John Kalogeras, to the Rotary Club of Canton..gif)
Salvation Army Bell Ringing Chairman James Boggs would like to thank the following Rotarians for volunteering their time on December 1, 2017 for the bell ringing at the Kettle at Buehler's in Jackson Township. James says it was very successful and was a wonderful chance for Canton Rotarians to get to know each other. The following Rotarians volunteered:
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The Rotary office received a "Thank You" note from Lori DeWees and Family. Lori writes:.JPG)
Happy December Rotarians!
If anyone is planning on bringing a guest to our upcoming December 15th Holiday meeting, please contact the Rotary office and RSVP your guest(s). We want to ensure there is sufficient seating and food available for everyone. Thank you!.jpg)
At the weekly meeting on December 1, 2017, President Elect Michelle Mullaly welcomed the 68 members and 4 guests to the meeting. She asked anyone celebrating a December birthday to please stand and be recognized.
