Meeting of April 22, 2014
There were 20 members plus our guest speaker, David Heidebrecht in attendance. Bill Armstrong filled in as Sergeant-at-Arms for David Carson who was home doing grandfather duties for his second grandchild - a granddaughter. President Jan indicated that five members were going to the District Assembly on May 3. There is still room for more to attend and the club will pick up the registration fee. Jan also asked us to look for potential new members. We need to identify them and put their names forward to the membership committee. Jan also reminded board members of the meeting this Wednesday at Barb Busing's home, 46 Giffin Road in Dundas, just off Moss Blvd and Governors' Road
Art explained the October 4 Eco Park fundraiser selling TiCat tickets. On his committee are Grant, Bill and Ross. He is looking for a couple more. Ken reminded us that our Eco Park commitment is not just cash but includes sweat equity, our wisdom and the leveraging of our contacts for in-kind work or products. Ralph announced the shredding day on May 10. He will need 5 or 6 volunteers that day. He also indicated the special meeting on April 29 at the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice. Around a dozen members will be able to attend that morning at 7:15 to visit David Lowery and tour the home.
Bill reminded us that lots of volunteers are needed to make the Victoria Day fireworks event a success. Please ask family and friends to help. George Gould has the list of volunteer opportunities. Glen has Lobster Rib Fest tickets and asked for wine for the draw. Bill, of course, is still looking for auction items. Shirley indicated there is no morning meeting at East Side Marios next Tuesday because it is the Paul Harris Dinner at Copetown Woods.
International Services director Barb read a note of thanks from Roy Sheldrick for the club's $1000 donation to the water and sanitation projects in Haiti. On a happy dollar note, Barb retires next week. Randy had a sad dollar because his schedule change means he has classes for the next 8 weeks and will miss the morning meetings. Shirley is playing den mother to a Japanese girl who is on youth exchange at her husband Mike's Rotary club. Jan returned from a week of cruising in the Caribbean and Alycia will be off to NS and PEI for a conference; David Matchett returned from visiting his son in Vancouver; Wayne's Massey's wife Helen has retired; and Jessica's son Desmond is following his dream honouring his musical talent.
Ralph continued his "Unsung Heroes" happy dollars, highlighting Derek Price for his efforts with Art in the Park and the Eco Park. As well, Derek was also involved in other community work, helping to remodel the Dundas Museum and advising on the Grightmire Arena remodelling.
Following happy dollars, program coordinator Phil introduced guest speaker David Heidebrecht.