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GRANT APPLICATION
- The District acknowledged receipt of completed grant request
- Roland thought the final product was well put together
- Due to the breadth of scope of the subcommittee's efforts, there is a decent chance of success
- The decision is expected in July
- Thermometers will be needed by all re-opening businesses and useful for the next 12-18 months
- Rotary-branded thermometers would be nice (buy in bulk and affix our own branding)
- Individual price from W.B. Mason is $120
BON APPETIT
- The Biddeford Second Congregational Church is trying to fix up kitchen prior to inspection
- They would like work done on Saturdays
- Materials required: shop vac, cleaning equipment
- Cleaning, scraping, and painting needed, particularly around duct
GARDENING
- There are currently 2 community gardens in Biddeford and 1 in Saco
- The subcommittee could attempt to duplicate in another space
- Alternatively, gardening education could be provided; potentially wood donations for raised beds
- Education in raising chickens also being considered
- Program would benefit families already receiving assistance, who are interested in sustainable solutions
MISCELLANEOUS
- Everyone to consider potential cash mob partners/fundraising feasibility
- Honor Flight program is on hold for the moment
- Approximately $4,000 in available funding
- $863 must be spent before the end of June (partially earmarked for flag)
- Dunkin Donuts providing a free doughnut with each meal at community center
- Several members will reach out to veteran contacts to assess community needs
TASKS
- Conrad checking with city of Biddeford / Don with Saco regarding veterans needs
- CJ knows a veteran as well and will contact him for info
- Conrad contacting Jim Godbout regarding Bon Appetit work
- Don looking into ordering thermometers with other clubs for bulk discount
- Brian talking to hospital contact regarding sourcing thermometers
- Conrad also contacting Ken
- Brian looking into new Zoom account
- Conrad will talk to Wardwell and Seal Rock/Atlantic Heights
Have a great weekend!
Thank you,
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