Rotary Club of Millcreek Business Meeting, April 14, 2016

Welcome

Four-Way Test

Of the things we think, say, or do

Is it the TRUTH?

Is it FAIR to all concerned?

Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?

Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

Rotary Moment

Shannon: There were several Millcreek Rotary members at District Assembly. She especially enjoyed this quote: “You must be the change you want to see in the world.”

Introductions

Colby Rider attended the meeting. He works for CK Plastics. He found us through Facebook. Club members introduced themselves and welcomed him.

District Grant for School

Frank recommends that we buy 5 Kindles for Historic Scott School that will be paid for from the $560 grant dollars plus a match from Rotary. For security, the Kindles will be kept at the school and checked out to students. Frank recommends we maintain ownership. Frank was given approval to buy 5 Kindles. The Club will need to determine what else to do with any remaining funds.

District Assembly: Chris shared 2016-17 theme: Rotary serving humanity. New president, John Germ, described his own moving personal experience with polio. Chris recommended resurrecting polio pig for donations. Rose will be attending and representing Rotary. She will work with Frank on reimbursement.

Ryla

Two years ago, Millcreek Rotary sponsored 2 people. We want to get 10th graders excited about Ryla. There was discussion around the club’s commitment to pay for 2 students (students pay $50; club pays the rest). The question was deferred to Chris as the 2016-17 president; she asked Frank to update members on what RYLA is:  Leadership development for at-risk kids and to encourage them to build a relationship with Rotary. Students are typically juniors in high school.  The event is usually held in Heber City. This year the club budgeted for $400, but discussed whether to sponsor a third. Frank authorized the club to pay for three.

Committee Updates Service:

Margareta: Service project at Real Food Rising (CAP organization); would be good if we could reach out to refugee population.  College students are hired to run the projects. The project could possibly be in May or June on a Wednesday (4 pm) or a Saturday. Sonia will see if she can organize students from her school.

Cesar: Mother’s Day Service Project: he requested gift items for bags donated by NuSkin. Margareta suggested that we bring items to April social and fill bags. Cesar would like bags by May 3. Those who want to volunteer for the Mother’s Day event should email Cesar.

Social: Jennie reported on Panini party. $10 per person plus a drink and side dish or appetizer or dessert.

May: Max’s Presentation TBD

June: Frank organizing canyon barbeque and hike.

Wine into Water: September 11, Tracy Aviary

Membership: Shannon discussed the idea of a designated membership event or alternatively, just bringing a guest to a business meeting. She suggested that for a regular business meeting we invite Patrice Arent; each member would try to bring 1-2 prospective members. Brian and Stephanie discussing ways to make the website a fantastic site. Colby mentioned his experience: When he looked on Facebook; Millcreek came up so he emailed Brian; he was very attracted to the service component.

Foundation: no report

Intergenerational: Reported on last week

Member Updates/Happy Bucks:

Rose is retiring on April 21.

Chris also announced an upcoming survey (mid-May).  She would like feedback on all things related to making Rotary of Millcreek a vibrant club that is relevant for members.

Shannon shared Dale Hull’s story, paraplegic who started NeuroWorks with Rotary South Jordan’s help.

Meeting ended at 6:35 pm.