July 19, 2016 at Nanaimo Golf Club, chaired by President Rob Waine
Guests: Darlene Crane, Principal at Brechin Elementary School, Ian Brown, a grade 7 teacher at the school & Sharie Vibe, an insurance account executive with Western Financial, guest of Derek; former exchange student Sarah visiting from Sweden to attend a wedding; Sam, outbound student leaving for Switzerland.
Correspondence: Sue read a letter from Patti Mitchell, widow of former member Bruce Mitchell thanking us for the scholarship that we donate in memory of Bruce. This is the 10th anniversary.
President Rob presented the Rotarian of the Year Trophy to Ed who was absent on Installation night. Well done, Ed.
Announcements: Gill said that the Dragon Boat beer garden was a success again this year, thanks to all the hard-working volunteers.
Jim Turley said we are invited to help the Symphony in the Harbour on August 6 by collecting donations.
President Rob stated that the Nanaimo Golf Club is now our permanent venue for 3 meetings a month; the fourth Tuesday of the month is a work party at the Loaves & Fishes warehouse.
The August 2nd meeting will be a social night with minigolf in Parksville followed by dinner at the Black Goose.
New Member Proposal: Derek Rickwood has proposed Sharie Vibe for membership in our club. If any member has objections to this, please contact Derek by July 26th.
Speakers - it is the responsibility of all members to arrange a speaker this year; notify Jeff or Craig when you have one.
Newsletter editor - we need an editor for the newsletter - no experience necessary! Check with Jeff or Craig.
Motion: President Rob introduced a motion which had been passed unanimously by the executive - to appoint Ed Poli as director of gaming. Approved unanimously.
Notice of Motion: Jim Turley reminded us of the email he circulated regarding allocation of restricted funds, to be voted upon at our meeting on August 9th. The motion was approved by the executive at its meeting on July 14th.
Program: Bill Robinson introduced our speakers Darlene & Ian who gave a passionate and emotional presentation on their school and what is being done to make a difference for those who attend this inner-city school. The Rotary Club of Nanaimo North is proud to have adopted this school and volunteer to assist in their programs.
Happy/sad - conducted by Jeff.
Next week - work party at Loaves & Fishes warehouse starting at 6 PM.
August 2nd meeting - social evening with minigolf at Parksville followed by dinner at the Black Goose.
