New Disctict Govenor 2016-2017

Hello All

There is no higher calling for a Rotarian than to serve as District Governor. It is an opportunity that is open to all Rotarians who have acquired the necessary experience in Rotary. It is a great deal of work to be sure, but the satisfaction of furthering the aims of our sixty wonderful clubs is priceless. I encourage every committed Rotarian to consider serving in this capacity. The best way to make an informed decision is to discuss your interest with myself or with any Past District Governor. Any of us would be happy to assist you. The selected candidate will have two years of exciting preparation, one year as District Governor Nominee and one year as District Governor Elect. This will entail several important training, education and motivation events, including:
•    Two Rotary Institutes for Governor Elect Training Seminars (GETS)
•    Two President Elect Training Seminars (PETS) where you and your classmates will train two classes of club presidents, including the one you will lead.
•    One or two Rotary International Conventions
•    International Assembly where you will meet your 534 other Governors Elect from around the world and be forged into a “Class of Governors.”


I invite you, with the support of your club to undertake this worthy venture. If you have a spouse or partner, careful consultation with them would be advisable. You are eligible if you:
•    Are a member in good standing in your club
•    Have been a Rotarian for at least seven years (by July 1, 2016)
•    Have served an entire year as a Club President
•    Have the  endorsement of your club


•    To apply, please submit the Governor-Nominee Data Form, signed by you and your Club’s Secretary to the Chair of the Nominating Committee, PDG Tony Gilmore 1378 South Rd Hopkinton, NH 03229. The form must be received not later than October 15, 2013. Each candidate will be interviewed by the nominating committee in November. The committee will make its selection based upon the interview and provide it to me. I in turn will notify via email the club president of each club who submitted a candidate and afford them the opportunity to challenge the selection. If the selection is challenged by one or more such clubs, I will initiate a ballot by mail process. If the selection is not challenged within 14 days of notification, I shall designate the candidate selected and notify Rotary International accordingly.


Yours in Rotary,

David Hoopes, District 7870 (NH and VT)

District Governor 2013-2014

Wantastiquet Area Rotary Club