Welcome: President Amin welcomed all the Rotarians participating by Zoom. This is the first meeting as President for President Amin. Toast: Toast to Canada and the Queen Invocation: David Peter’s Announcements: Bob Dodd announced that this Saturday will be Family Day at Normandy Place. Volunteers required Mike Henry reminded everyone of the Golf Tournament Sept, 19th at Pipers Heath. Foursomes needed Lengthy discussion on membership and whether the club should return to in person / hybrid / or video meetings Happy Bucks: David Peters managed to have several Rotarians contribute to Happy Bucks. Rudy was particularly thankful for all he learned and experienced as District Governor last year. David asked three questions which some members got and others did not, raising extra funds. Speaker: The speaker for the evening was President Amin. He was introduced by George Farrow. Amin has been in The Rotary Club of Oakville since 2007 and has a long family connection with Rotary. Amin outlined three Objectives for his year as President. First to encourage fellowship in our club, Second to create more links with other clubs and Third to encourage more interaction amongst members. It was agreed that we had an excellent discussion and should have more of these types of discussions amongst our members. Car Lottery: Sales to date $105k, 50/50 $23,630 with break even at $165k Toast to Canada End of meeting |