The step down audience celebrates the many accomplishments of out going President Peter Garcia.
 
The Rotary Club of Santa Maria South feted outgoing President Peter Garcia with the "Top 10" highlights of his life plus his Rotary year set to pop music from the 1970's to 2015. With Peter's Rotary sponsor Alain Hurdle applauding his accomplishments and calling him the "club troubadour", Diane Balay highlighting his prodigious musical talents, and humor. Phil Sinco pointed out his "calm" and unflappable demeanor, and Bob Ogden complimented his thoughtful, nostalgic side; Peter was duly honored by all. While Rotary Santa Maria South supported a number of causes and organizations during the year, highlights of 2015-2016 included; start up funding for The Teal Journey Ovarian Cancer Foundation, a "Walk for Mental Wellness" that included support for the Growing Grounds subsidized employment program, water filtration systems for use in La Paz, Mexico, a "Pedal for Polio" fundraiser, a Santa Claus party for youth from the Boy's and Girl's Club, a veterans recognition night, sponsorships for high school students to attend Rotary Youth Leadership Awards camp, plus scholarships for students attending college and vocational school.   
 
 
Rotary Santa Maria South 2015-2016 President Peter Garcia and club secretary Dick Best presenting President elect-nominee Joe Gruba with a club Paul Harris award for board support, grant support, and international service. Joe raised several thousand dollars for water filtration efforts in La Paz, Mexico.
 
Incoming President Georgia Shore presents outgoing president Peter Leandro Garcia with a presidential plaque featuring his gavel and term of service.