Melody Fowler led us in prayer and pledge and song.
Stacy Bridger greeted everyone in warm, Rotary style this week. Joyce Stanton introduced her guest, Ms Pruitt.
Ms. Russo introduced her guest, Matt Baltensberger. Vera reminded everyone to log volunteer hours.
Clete McAlister reminded us about the May 26th wreath laying for Memorial Day. The Arlington Community Band will play at 7PM. He requested volunteers to assist with the program.
Mayor Laurie Bianco reminded folks to vote (not for her this time, she's already in).
Maggie Campbell reminded folks about First Thursdays in Downtown Arlington. Jill Regina reminded us about the need for volunteer graduation speakers. Don led us in a multi-sensory song, "My Grandfather's Clock."
Birthdays: Norm Douglas 4/27, Andy Bowne 4/27, Ben Harris. Anniversaries: Teri McGill 1 year, Patty Harris 1 year, Ify Uzomgh 6 years, Sam Scott 40 years.
Our speaker was DARC member and UTA professor Dr. Scott McMurrough. Scott gave a fantastic presentation: "Software that Sees Will Change Lives: How Perceptual Computing Will Change lives for People With Disabilities." Scott described how he and his students at UTA are using AI (Artificial Intelligence) and eye tracking for helping disabled or paralyzed citizens cope with daily activities. He presented videos on Mobile 3D Point of Gaze estimating. He also described how the use of AI and drones and robots helped farmers manage their fruits and vegetables and other crops. This was one of the most interesting programs that I think we've ever seen.
President Vera presented a Webb Elementary library book for Scott's signature. Kris Landrith was our last laugh. We were adjourned after reciting the Four Way Test.
It Happened Last Meeting, May 1
