Minutes for Rotary North Scarborough meeting - Wednesday February 3 2016,
Baton Rouge, 12:00 – 2:00pm (by James Burchell)
- As Sergeant at Arms was absent, previous week’s appointees carried out roles from last week.
- Marbellous Draw was won by Carolyn and Happy Bucks were successful again in bringing much laughter and camaraderie among members, and some coin to the club from approximately 20 members.
- Arthur returned from vacation, and Emmanuel returned from Nigeria from visiting his mother, and personally advocates the tremendous attributes of Tele-Health, as he witnessed firsthand the benefits of this program and encourages us to support this unique and effective program.
- Peter Masson returned from vacation, and will be with us for a few weeks before leaving again.
- Gerd Wengler entertained us in his own special way (stories, anecdotes and announcements) while we waited for lunch to be served. He wished all a bleated Happy Robbie Burns Day.
- The Toronto Eglinton Rotary Club is inviting us to a Wine Tasting and Silent Auction on Wednesday April 27th 2016 at the York Banquet and Event Center, 1100 Millwood Road, 6:30-10:00. Tickets are $60 (includes wine, food and entertainment). For more information or to order tickets, call Walter Wells at 416 322 6651 or wkwells@wkw.ca. Proceeds to Wounded Warriors Canada, and Rotary Water Projects in developing nations.
- Kevin Manuel updated us on the TV Auction. $2300 was raised (cheque will be given to Maddy for deposit, plus an additional $100 from Gerd Wengler, and $250 from later membership fees.
- There were no guest speakers scheduled as this meeting was for the group directors to report on what their individual groups were working on. Directors on hand:
- Gordon Brown, Club Services
- Donna Salamalay, Community Youth Vocational Services
- Dhanni Ramdeen, International Services
- Jack Holman, Budget
Club Services – responsible for the running of the club
- Gordon reported on recent activities that were arranged by the group:
- Christmas Party on December 11th enjoyed by 44 members and 10 guests
- Christmas Lunch on December 16th with musical merriment and good cheer enjoyed by a capacity crowd
- Upcoming Dinner and song event on February 28th
- Group trying to bring new ideas and opportunities for gathering to the larger group:
- Dinner and theatre event
- Euchre Night
- Any ideas from the collective group, please let Gordon Brown know
- Club Services will be responsible for POD in March and April after CYVS is done in February
- Gordon reminded all members to kindly respond to invites so that organizers can secure a clear number of attendees. If you cannot respond through the portal, send an email at the very least.
CYVS – Focus on serving local community needs while elevating the Brand of Rotary in the Community
Donna reported on the projects that are underway:
- 24 Rotarians delivered gloves to a total of 17 schools
- Adopt a School: Donna, Basil and James planned to visit Emily Carr to gauge eligibility.
- Other schools may be considered as well – (Precious Blood).
- Paul Harris Scholarship - $3500 to be awarded to one individual
- Adventure in Citizenship & RYLA – candidates have been presented for consideration
- Pipeline for worthy causes (Individual level):
- connected with Polycultural Immigrant Community Services:
- 1st application: Afghani family awarded $2000
- Director to speak to our club in May
- Already supporting Victor – Pan Am Athlete (presented to club by Kevin Moore)
- Environmental Park Clean UP Day
- Hopefully in the Spring to be possibly collaborated with a local Councillor: James to follow up and report back to club.
International Services – entrusted to enlist our club’s energies and capacities in global outreach
- Dhanni reported on the issues discussed:
- Involvement in TV Auction and the ensuing results – Successful? How can we do better?
- Cheque for $2500 to Bridge to Health - to be included in conjunction to other clubs with our approval: David Seemugal will investigate and report back to the group.
- Gift of Life Project: David reported that this club is no longer in existence. The group will consider other possibilities.
- Christmas Card Fund - $1075 collected from generous Rotarian donators will go towards Water project in Laos. It was suggested that US$2000 go to this cause. This will be coordinated and reported back to the club.
- Further suggestions /comments from the group on the TV Auction were highlighted and will be considered. A more important note for all is that further participation is encouraged and necessary to ensure future success of the auction and our club.
- A revised proposed budget ($15500 )was subject of discussion among group members to include projects such as:
- Operation Eyesight
- Free the Children
- Sleeping Children around the world
- Bridge to Health
- Amarok
- Reserve for Disaster
- Laos
- A monthly group meeting schedule was agreed upon and will have a rotating host.
Budget – responsible for the financial health of the club
Jack gave a realistic overview of our finances in light of all clubs’ interests in fulfilling their mandates. Although full engagement in exploring financial charitable opportunities, financial health of the Club should remain an ongoing concern and included in continued discussions. Details as follows:
- $26,000 in coffers
- $4,000 our proceeds from Rib Fest
- $23,500 additional and most appreciated gift from Gerd Wengler
- $53,500 - monies available for special projects and an undetermined amount to be set aside for future consideration.
Other Business
Basil mentioned that there is a prospective new member, Mark Weiser from the Midland Park Community Association, who has expressed interest in joining our club. As well, Basil mentioned the demise of Goodwill, and more specifically the prospective membership of Jaqueline Smith. This is still to be determined.
A future topic for luncheon presentation was kindly identified and accepted by Emmanuel, who would be pleased to enlighten the group on the success of the Water Projects in Nigeria. More on this at a later time.
The meeting was adjourned with pleasantries exchanged and tummies filled.
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