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Two items on notice were about continuation of last year's Keep Collie Clean project and Vietnam Childrens' Home support.

The meeting membership decided to continue with aspects of Keep Collie Clean, and John Bylund is to set up a Skype conference with My Huong Le re what support is needed. John Vlasich reminded the meeting of the list of expenditure the Vietnam Childrens' Home is seeking.

An update on the Chapel was given as this project has been in the club for a few years. There will be a visit to Pinaroo, then the committee will decide on what is needed and discuss finalising the design with the architect.

 

Membership retention and improvement was raised with Eric giving a new members perspective on how people view joining clubs in this era.  Eric suggested the main selling point is the fellowship, then projects that people can get involved, followed by the concept of commiting to a club. President Neil said it is on each member to look for new members, not just the Membership director. Tony suggested Rotary be promoted as a place for newcomers to meet people. Eric - look for seasonal workers and those who have been posted her for a brief time. Peter - we should be sitting in the street promoting the club and what we do. Barbara - Banners and displays to show the brand and what we have done. Eric - Friends of Rotary is a good idea as it can be a starting point for full involvement.