President Terry Partis started the meeting by advising that the Club Board has agreed tha the safest way forward is that we are back to ZOOM meetings for the short term at least, with the Public Health Emergency. District Leadership have asked that we ensure our members safety as a priority and that access to our meetings be kept as open as possible. Terry also mentioned that at the Club Director's meeting this past Tuesday, the Board received the initial report of Ken Feser on the update (or completion) of our Strategic Plan. Hopefully some information will be coming out to club members within a few weeks.
Terry also reminded everyone that those interested in applying for, or understanding the District Grant process need to set aside the morning of Saturday October 16th. The District Grant qualification webinar is that morning, from 9 am to noon. Register in advance at this link https://rotary5360.ca/event/grants-qualification-workshop One person from the club must attend to qualify us for grants next year.
Terry also mentioned that an event combining the four major service clubs, Kiwanis, Lions, Optimists and Rotary, entitled "Celebrate Community 2021" is coming in mid October.
A total of 23 members of the club joined us thru ZOOM today, and we anticipate a few more as we move through this fourth wave.
On the "Move for Polio" front, Terry advised that our club is currently ranked 3rd in the District for contributions that now total of $3,525. However he was thrilled to advise that several contributions by check have been forwarded to the District leader of this initiative, and our total pledges will soon read a tremendous $7,225. Great work by everyone and thanks to all who donated.
Rotary Club "What-z New":
As it is most likelyour hybrid meetings will continue in the future, a few more meeting helpers will be required to help run cameras and sound. We are all learning to adapt to this new reality. Any wishing to help should contact Mike Christie 403 878 3311.
Mike Christie advised that he will be taking over the leadership of the Community Services Committee, and is looking for someone to assume the role of Membership chair. Our Club Board is currently two short of a full complement, so we could use a few more volunteers.
Rotary Club Membership Update:
If you are interested in helping this working membership team, please contact Mike Christie. A new Membership Chair is needed.
Margie Booyens was delighted to announce that Ms Reagan Weeks, Prairie Rose Superintendent of Schools has been approved for membership. Her induction will hopefully be done at the Oct 4th meeting.
The club was saddened to hear that Joan Sauve, primarily for health reasons will not be renewing her membership in the club this year. We all wish her well, and thank her for her many years of service to the community. She will stay in touch by remaining as a bulletin subscriber.
Rotary Club Information:
Housekeeping:
If you have a Meeting Minute, please phone or email the Newsletter and we'll include it.
Board minutes can be found on ClubRunner, under Club Documents.
Gail Halderman mentioned that invoices for Club Dues (now $250) will be out this week.
Upcoming Club Program, Activities, and Meetings
Monday, Sept 27 - Evening Rotary Bingo
Monday, Oct 4 - Club Meeting on ZOOM.
Monday, Oct 11 - NO MEETING, Enjoy Thanksgiving Day.
Upcoming Rotary District and International Events:
District Grants Club Qualification webinar, Saturday October 16 from 9 am to noon. Registration in advance is required and at least one member of our club must be qualified to access the District Grants program for 2022-2023. Register here https://rotary5360.ca/event/grants-qualification-workshop
The next District 5360 Conference is a "single day" event in Cochrane, on Saturday, May 14, 2022. Attendance will be possible by ZOOM as well.
Future Programs:
The Rotary Club's Program Coordinator is Jillian Koch. If you have future program ideas, please email Jillian at jkoch@jmhca.com
Today's business meeting centered around the adoption of our 2021-2022 Club budget. Treasurer Gail Halderman walked the club through the various avenues of service and the proposed funding of each of them. It is certainly not a normal year, but our Community and International Service projects are both funded and our contribution to the Rotary Music Festival is also in line with our funding agreement.
Gail spoke about the approach to the budget, which contains a few conservative estimates so that we don't promise more than we can deliver. By spring, the funding and financial position may look much different, and at that time other projects could be considered if the budget has a significant surplus.
Gail spoke about our fundraising projects, and the need to finish the trail signage along Rotary Centennial trail. As well, the club's support of the Sanare Centre is provided for in the budget, so that should be a wonderful project. As part of the budget, it was mentioned that the annual club dues, of $250/year, are now due. Gail is sending out invoices for those that haven't paid already. The budget was recommended for approval by Gail, seconded by Dave Panabaker and approved without opposition.
The only guest today was the local Assistant Governor, Keith Walker of Medicine Hat Sunrise Rotary.
Club Draw:
No draw today.
Birthdays:
Sakamoto, Stan Sept 30
Dirk, Gwen Oct 4.
Eisenbarth, Theresa Oct 7.
Mueller, Peter Oct 13.
Grujic, Igor Oct 15.
Snedden, Jack Oct 26
Anniversaries:
Carrier, Anne 8 years Oct 7, 2013.
Stein, Dale 14 years Oct 22, 2007.
Partis, Terry 21 years Oct 25, 2000.
Lipin, Edward 1 year Oct 26, 2020.
Minute People:
Mike Christie's minute was to advise the club that the application for a District Grant for 2021-2022, in support of the Sanare Center, the local Child Advocacy Center, has been approved. City Permits for the facility, in the Thai Orchid building off Strachan Road SE are being obtained and the project seems to be on a firm footing and moving forward.
Terry Cooper spoke about our participation in the 3D Limbs project in Sri Lanka, as part of a large Global Grant group. The grant is approved and the project is proceeding.
Kitt Brand mentioned that because of the cancellation of the Tri-Club Social at the end of the month, we could have a "ZOOM" Oktoberfest event.
Doug Fleming has club centennial history books for sale, for $20.00 each. at the back of the room.
Doug Fleming also has the 2021-2022 rosters out for review, please review promptly and get any changes back to Doug.
Keith Walker mentioned a few things happening in the District and locally.
Saamis Rotary had a very successful 14th annual recycling event last weekend.
Saamis Rotary also completely sold out their Harley raffle this year, and it was draw for on Sunday.
Sunrise Rotary is doing it's purse and backpack project for the Women's Shelter and Mustard Seed. It has been very well received.
Keith also mentioned that if you are looking for someone to support in "Move for Polio" consider PDG Rick Istead. Rick Istead is a member of the Calgary Fish Creek Club and is recovering from a brain tumor and bone marrow transplant. As part of his recovery journey, he has set a goal of walking 50km prior to the end of the fund raiser on October 24th 2021. If you want to support Rick then please click here: https://go.rotary5360gives.org/polio/rwistead
Family of Rotary: (PLEASE KEEP ADOLF INFORMED ABOUT MEMBERS SO THAT INFORMATION CAN BE PASSED ON TO ALL IN THE WEEKLY NEWS).
As of Sept 20, 2021 our club is meeting online through October and November. As we progress through the Public Health Emergency we will modify as required.
