Rotary Club of Vermilion
Sept 10, 2020
Elk’s Hall Vermilion Call to order 7am
O Canada
Introduction of Guests: Judy Woywitka on behalf of the Community Closet
Birthdays and Anniversaries: Darlene Barlow joined Rotary Sept 13
Judy Woywitka for the Community Closet-The Community Closet is in search of a new home. Covid created havoc in their world and they are short of workirs and short of space. They are paying $2050 including utilities for the2500 sq/ft space they are currently in and are hoping to find a new space for around the same price. They are looking to find something a bit bigger and around the same price for a long term rental. Judy has volunteered to be a spokesperson for the ladies running the organization now and they are basically have the following 3 asks 1)help them find a new space 2) donations towards renovations to that space 40 volunteers to help them move and organize. Rotary members agreed that the CC is a great organization that gives so much back to the community. Judy asked that if anyone has suggestions or feedback regarding this to contact her.
Business:
- Please give any Integrity Awards nominations to Dawn
- Darlene asked members if they would like to donate to a charity or send flowers for Shawn’s grandmother who recently passed away. Members were in favor of donating to a local charity. Darlene Barlow made a motion that we donate $60 in lieu of flowers to the Vermilion District Housing Fdn in memory of Shawn’s grandmother in lieu of flowers. Lisa Beveridge seconded. All were in favor. Motion carried
- Reminder of the “online” District Conference this weekend at the Elk’s Hall
- Flag Finale-Erwin-will be holding a work bee in October to sort through flags for repair and maintenance. 320 were put out this year, kudos to all!
Sargent report- Erwin did not have much time so his words to the group were “Be bold but Be Smart”!
Meeting adjourned
Upcoming meetings:Thursday Sept 17- Back home to the Regional Center!!!!