Rotarian of the Week 03-28-12

Our Rotarian of the Week was born in El Paso, Texas… but he grew up in Las Vegas, Nevada. His first paying job was doing the inventory at his father’s store. His pay was his “room and board” 
[… that should give us a clue as to this Rotarian’s age and generation.]
This special Rotarian attended Las Vegas High School where he says ….he was …”a Wildcat… once a Wildcat … always a Wildcat”.
After high school he earned a B.S. Degree in History and Political Science from Utah State University in Logan Utah… then a Masters in Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Colorado and a Masters of Library Science (MLS) from the University of Oklahoma.
Wayne H. Johnson is a well-educated man!
Wayne and his beautiful wife, Patricia Ann has been married for thirty eight years. They were blessed with two wonderful children Meredith and Noelle.
Wayne is a retired Librarian.
When asked … other than your family, what is your proudest accomplishment … Wayne responds …” Serving 20 years in the Wyoming Legislature… Twelve years in the House and 8 years in the Senate.”
Senator Wayne H. Johnson has served our great State of Wyoming as a “citizen” legislator for two decades. He is a respected and thoughtful leader who has devoted a remarkable amount of his adult life to ensuring that we in Wyoming retain our “special” quality of life.  
Thank You Wayne for your “Service above Self”
In addition to Rotary and the Wyoming Legislature, Wayne is active in the Chamber of Commerce and Cheyenne LEADS. He also is very supportive of Cheyenne Frontier Days.
Our special Rotarian was sponsored into Rotary by Lori Millin in 2010. While he has not yet held any offices or chaired any Committees, Wayne has helped with the Roadside clean-up campaign and consistently attends meetings. 
Wayne’s most memorable Rotary experience thus far was… introducing Governor Matt Mead as a new “Honorary” member of the Cheyenne Rotary Club.
 Wayne really enjoys the Fellowship we have during our weekly lunch meetings.
In his free time Wayne enjoys traveling. His favorite meal is…” A Hot Steak … and a Cold Beer
In recognition of his service to our Club and most especially to our Great State, the Sargent at Arms will present Senator Wayne H. Johnson with a Gift Certificate from the Club.