This Week's Zoom Meeting Details:

The meeting was called to order by President Roger at 7:07 am.  35 Rotarians were present.

 

Roger thanked Howard and his committee members for the organization of the Rotary Memorial Garden event this past weekend which was a moving tribute to 4 outstanding former Rotarians.

 

Peter welcomed new member Cathy Cavanagh who transferred from the Northumberland Sunrise club (where she was a past president).

 

A thank you card was circulated from the three Syrian girls who were sponsored by our club in taking swimming lessons.

 

Pierre provided his Rotary moment.  He lived and worked in Toronto where he ran 3 chiropractic clinics prior to relocating to Wellington.  While in Toronto he was asked to attend a Rotary meeting – he found that Rotary club somewhat dysfunctional and chose not to join.  Pierre and his wife used local contractors when building their home in Wellington.   He rented a house from Gord Lloyd who was one of the founding members of the Wellington Rotary.  Furthermore, his banker and several local business owners were also founding members.  He ultimately joined the Rotary Club of Wellington 3 months following its inception and has been a proud member ever since.

 

 ‘O’ Canada’ was sung. David Hawkins recited an invocation. Breakfast was served.                                

 

Roger inquired about the health of members:

 Chris provided a review of correspondence messages received and sent.

 

Bill provided a comprehensive treasurer report for the month of July.  Trudy moved to accept the club financials as presented; seconded by Norm; approved unanimously.

 

Robynne provided an update on club communication.  She noted that the recent Times article was well received.  She encouraged all committee members to submit updates to her regarding upcoming events – these updates will be posted on Facebook and Instagram.

 

Norm provided an update on the youth portfolio as well as the storybook walk.  Geoff noted that some of the interpretive signs on the boardwalk are in need of refurbishing.  Norm noted that work on the next iteration of Diners and Duffers will be starting soon – he thanked Mary Camp for her assistance.  Liam Smith has agreed to help with the electronic recycling event on October 6.

 

Peter provided an update on membership.  There are currently 42 active members, 1 honorary member, and 49 Friends of Rotary (of which 29 are regular bottle depot volunteers).

 

Roger noted that the ‘Presidents Walk’ is scheduled for October 6.  Margo and Liz have been scoping out alternate routes for the walk and have recommended Bare Bones distillery on Closson Road as a starting point.

 

Roger also indicated that fellowship dinners will resume in late October/early November of this year.

Funding requests;

 

Roger noted that the board had chosen to donate $500 to the Guatemala Literacy Project.

Prince Edward Minor Hockey requested $2,500 to purchase training equipment.  The board has recommended that $1,500 be donated to Prince Edward Minor Hockey with an additional $1,000 earmarked for a financially disadvantaged child who wishes to play hockey; John Inwood moved to support this donation; seconded by Christine; carried unanimously.

 

The Likipia Highlands Rotary Nutrition Program had requested $1,500 to support one semester of breakfast for 700 students.  The board recommended donating $1,000 toward this cause; Mike Lattner moved to support this initiative; seconded by Christine; carried unanimously.

 

Tim Cox read an email of thank you that he received from Liz Brown-Davidson.

 

Liz Bosma reported on some of the work being done by the Indigenous Peoples Partnership Cluster Committee.  She described a fur coat drive which is currently ongoing.  The fur is repurposed by indigenous persons who use it to sew and craft.

 

Roger reported that Colin and Shelley are celebrating a 48 year wedding anniversary tomorrow.

Trudy reported that a new white board will be set up at the bottle depot.  This will be used to highlight upcoming events and fundraising initiatives.

 

Norm applauded all Rotarians for the honorable job that we do for our community.

 

Mike Lattner’s ticket was drawn for the 50/50 draw – despite a close call he failed to pull the ace of spades.