Recap from the March 30, 2026, meeting.
Meeting run by President: Mark Roberts
Thought of the Day: Steve Snider
Contact Mark to get on the Thought of the Day schedule.
Happy News/Announcements: All Happy News funds go towards our scholarship awards.
Keith Porter: Keith is happy to welcome two students who, in partnership with our Rotary Club and the Stanley Center, will attend the World Affairs Seminar this June. We look forward to inviting them back to share their experiences with the club.
Ben Nietzel: Ben is excited to welcome three eighth-grade students from Saint Mary & Mathias School to this week’s meeting. Ben shared that his first experience with Rotary was attending a meeting as a student, and we are glad to offer that same opportunity again. Please help us welcome the students each week through the end of the school year.
Diana Gradert: Diana enjoyed her winter in Florida and is happy to be back with the club.
Second Reading for Team Staffing Solutions.
Club Business:
- Remember the Rotary Foundation when you consider giving to organizations. The Foundation supports local and international service projects. You can give through ACH or check. Talk to Lindsey for more information.
- Follow the Rotary Club of Muscatine’s Facebook page, @MuscatineRotaryClub.
- We are looking for members to join the board. This is a great opportunity to get involved and give back.
Presentation-
Mark Roberts- MPW
The presentation provided an overview of current U.S. energy markets, focusing on rising electricity demand, changes in the generation mix, and increasing pressure on the transmission system. Growth in data centers and electrification is driving higher energy use, while the retirement of the older generation and expansion of renewable energy are shifting how power is produced and delivered. Transmission needs are growing, with large-scale investments required to support this evolving system, which is expected to increase costs over time. Global factors, including conflict in Iran, have influenced fuel prices, though the U.S. remains somewhat insulated. Locally, strong generation assets position utilities well, but increasing transmission costs are likely to impact future pricing.
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Next Meetings:
April 6- Liz Estilow: My Gear Outreach
April 13- Sara Weisbeck: Prevention Coordinator, Robert Young
April 20- Carmen Galvin: Muscatine Child Protection Center
April 27- Heidi Fields: Muscatine Women’s Leadership Network