Gary Welch Named Guardian Of Integrity Recipient 

Judge Paul Hellwege was a Boone Rotarian and Past District Governor.   After he passed away in 2010, District 6000 established the "Guardian of Integrity Award" to be presented annually to Rotarians who have exemplified the attributes and passion for ethics and integrity in their vocation, business and personal lives.  Each of the 64 clubs in District 6000 may nominate one person to receive this award.  Gary Welch was nominated by the Rotary Club of Ankeny and was one of 13 individuals to receive this award at the 2017 District Conference on May 6th.