Kentville Rotary: Paddy’s and Zoom meeting This week we had two ways to join our meetings: In person at Paddy’s an, On Screen via Zoom. Due to technical difficulties we were unable to live-stream to Facebook. Note the new Zoom sign in credentials for 2021. If you don’t receive our weekly meeting reminders, contact Ellen to receive ZOOM access. Chairperson: Bill Denyar (Club Business Meeting) O Canada led by Sue Bill welcomed everyone to the meeting. He also recognized the loss of former Kentville Rotarian: Mike Mills (Feb 16, 2021) and Honorary member: Fred Walsh (Feb 17, 2021). Happy $$: Sue is happy to have celebrated (virtually) her eldest granddaughter’s 7th birthday, Sue was present for cake time and singing Happy Birthday. Also, she joined in the painting party and was happy with her result. Joe is driving again after his surgery!. John recounted the positive influence Fred Walsh had on both he and his family’s life. In 1997 he introduced John to the Nuffield Farm Scholarship. John is grateful for his friendship with Fred. More will be posted on the Foundation’s website. Secretary’s Report: Confirm the Board meeting will take place March 2, 2021 Illnesses: Heather and Carl are continuing their recoveries. President's February Update: Following his update, Bill spoke about Black History Month. Please refer to the separate news story in this edition of the Spokesperson for more details. Committee Reports: Strategy Planning (Heather): Members of the committee will be engaging with each as they begin planning for our next three years. They are also consulting with Rotary International’s Action Plan to seek alignment. You will be hearing more of this at every club meeting. Valley Faces of Business (Phil): Our New Year has kicked off and we are seeking to meet and exceed last year’s revenue. Theme under consideration is a tribute to first responders. Please finalize contracts in the next two weeks. If you are visiting a business or using their services, please approach them about being part of our book. Personal relationships help a lot in this instance. Other Notices: Rotary Foundation Minute: (Greg T) WHAT IS OUR GRANT MODEL DESIGNED TO DO? - Simplify Foundation programs and processes consistent with the mission;
- Focus Rotarian service efforts where they will have the greatest impact by addressing priority world needs that are relevant to Rotarians;
- Offer program options to help achieve both global and local goals;
- Increase the sense of ownership at the district and club levels by transferring more decisions to the districts; and
- Gain greater understanding of The Rotary Foundation’s work and enhance Rotary’s public image
The Rotary Foundation is continuing to make a difference in our world! Chase the Ace – Lucky ticket “774” belonged to Wally. He drew the king of clubs. The pot continues to grow and rolls over for another week. Bill led the club in the four-way test. Join us 12 noon on Monday, March 1st at Paddy’s (or via Zoom or Facebook Live) for our next meeting. |