Meeting Recap: October 28, 2015
Posted by Zelda Craig
on Nov 03, 2015
Meeting Recap: October 28, 2015
Missed the Meeting? Make it up by reading the recap!The Skateboard Planning Committee continues to meet at the Pioneer Centre. If you are interested in getting involved, contact Ken.
On November 2nd, City Council will proclaim Rotary Week. There will be a flag-raising at 10:30am at City Hall. The Downtown club arranged for media to attend.
Last spring, we were contacted by Linden Peterson regarding the donation of a substantial amount of used office furniture. We haven't done anything with it, but we need to make a "go - no go" decision soon. Will and Ken will be moving the items on the weekend and were looking for volunteers to assist.
Rachelle was looking for a couple of volunteers for Kelly Road Interviews, as there were still some spaces in the afternoon. The sign-up sheet was circulated.
Operation Red Nose is gearing up for launch on November 16.
Dolly is selling calendars, proceeds will go towards building wells in Tanzania. They are $25 each and Dolly will be bringing them to the next Rotary meeting.
Rotaract is a Tri-Club sponsored group of young adults, and they're working hard to get established. Gina advised we're looking for a Rotaract Liaison - as they only have 1 business meeting per month, and there are three clubs involved, this will take a minimal amount of time. The role is just to mentor them. Rachelle took this on last year but has taken on a number of other volunteer responsibilities this year. Contact Gina if you'd like to step up!
We're looking for candidates for Outbound Youth Exchange - ideally they should be in grade 9 or 10 right now. Contact Gina for more information.
Julianna noted that she is happy to be playing soccer again! She had a strong suspicion that she was the only person in Prince George pleased to see snow on Monday. She went to her first hockey game and is looking forward to winter! Julianna will also be submitting a column to the Prince George Citizen two times per month, discussing her experiences as a Rotary Exhange Student.
Leona discussed the success of the Rotary Foundation Dinner. 37 people attended from Nechako club, 18 from Yellowhead and 32 from Downtown. She will be sending out tax receipts to participants shortly.
Loralyn Murdoch was the guest speaker - we have a separate story capturing some of the key points of her presentation.
Don't forget the Big Blue Ball is coming up!