Hello everyone
Although a small group, we had an interesting range of topics to discuss and consider on Monday.
We farewelled Ed for another 12 months. Thank you Ed for joining us over summer – we look forward to seeing you in 2018 – and for sharing your insights into the similarities and differences between our two clubs. You suggested we are rather more casual than your home club – I guess the description as a ‘no ties’ club applies.
We are also about to farewell Ken back to Canada where, as President Elect, he is considering the many parts of the President’s role and shared with us some of the key projects undertaken by his club. There is no doubt the ‘Scotch tasting’ sparked lots of interest. Ken, thank you for joining us and all the best for your Presidential year.
We also heard from Chris Sims with updates on our range of youth activities. In particular, it is fantastic to have two RYPEN participants who are young people associated with Diversitat and who volunteers and helped us out at the Book Fair.
Chris is also seeking support /consideration for the Club to share an inbound Youth Exchange student with another club. This would seeing us hosting for six months rather than 12, and may appeal to you as a host family. This request has been made through incoming AG Judy Beasley. If you have an interest please let Chris know.
Raising money to End Polio
Trevor Pickles is joining Brian Mynott to Ride the Bellarine and represent us. Thank you Brian and Trevor. No doubt you are receiving lots of ‘pre-ride’ advice.
Don’t forget to let Greg know if you are able to volunteer on the day.
As a club, we are qualified to apply for a District Grant for the 2017-18 year and really should take up this opportunity. Do you have ideas about projects we have planned or might consider next year for which $300 - $3000 would be helpful, remembering we must spend at least as much, if not more, of our own funds on the project.
I know this sounds simple but rather than just relying on the few members of the board, I would really like ideas from all members. It will be a key discussion at Monday’s Board meeting.
Rotary Leader – lots of info here