The meeting was started by Linda Ding who presented an older version of O Canada (included "all thy sons command") but the sound worked! Rick Lewall delivered the invocation that included: With our friends beside us And no person beneath us With our goals before us And no task beneath us With a thirst for knowledge And a dream before us We are thankful for our Rotary friends Visiting Rotarians John C (Ontario) Diane Forward (Honourary member) Guests: Annette Garn Jeff Young (Delta Police) Special Occasions Cindy Phillip Birthdays: Ed Lee Sept 9 Keith D Spt 11 Anniversary: Darlene and Jako Krushnisky Sept 12 Sunshine Report Liz Ellis Jako's wife, Darlene suffered a biking mishap that left her with a broken collarbone. Honourary member Jim Northey is recovering from surgery. International Committee Yvonne Anderson We are exploring the involvement of our club in the WASH programme which facilitates the delivery of drinking water in Uganda. This is an amazing opportunity to take a major, long term project. More discussion to come as we move into this Board Meeting Judy McLeod The secretary needs the reports from directors prior to the meeting on Monday Sept 13 4:00 PM Budget Request David Anderson The treasurer reminded the committee chairs to submit their budget requests. This is necessary for matching these up with the fundraising expectations Peace Day John Anderson Seven Wonders of Rotary Prince George Conference May 20-22 Registration Open Next week: Sept 13 Board Meeting 4:00 PM Sept 16 Regular Meeting 7:30 AM Peace Conversation II Reconciliation and Healing |