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This is the blog of the Rotary Club of Kingston East & Port Royal (quite possibly the longest Rotary Club name in the Island. You can correct me on that if I'm wrong.)

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

April 27th Meeting

Meeting Agenda

Call to Order/Welcome Pres. Paul

The National Anthem

Prayer/Rotary Grace Rtn. Shawn

The 4-Way Test PP Ruth

Toast to Jamaica Rtn. Angella

Fellowship

Introduction of Visiting Rtns & Guests Rtn. Richard

President's Time Pres. Paul

Family of Rotary Rtn. Marsha

Rotary Information Rtn. Cheddi

Secretary's Report Sec. Pauline

Sergeant-at-Arms PP O. Alexander

Introduction of Guest Speaker Rtn. Howard

Guest Speaker Mr. Oswald James

Toast to Club of Choice & RI Rtn. Marcia B

Closing Pres. Paul


Rotary International News
Holocaust Survivor says, "Joining Rotary Best Decision of his Life"


Rotary Information
The District Assembly
"ABCs of Rotary"



Special Announcements Section
Family of Rotary

Birthdays: 28th, Rtn. Marcia Jennings; 1st May, Rtn. Noel Brackenridge; 3rd May, Hon. Rtn. Dr. Paul Brown
Anniversaries: 1st May, Pres. Paul and Diane McCallum


Upcoming Events

30th May - Fellowship at Little Ochie, Alligator Pond, St. Elizabeth

Rotary International & District Events
5-9th May 2009 29th Annual District Convention & PETS, St. Croix, USVI

21-24th June 2009 Rotary International Convention, Birmingham, England


The Gist of it All

Minutes -20th April 2009

Meeting commenced at approximately 7:20p.m. President Paul extended welcome to the guests and spoke briefly about upcoming events. He also made special welcome to the visiting Rotarians of Trafalgar New Heights Club.

Rotarian Noel gave a synopsis on the Group Study Exchange (GSE) Meetings. He also presented to the President two banners which was given to him during these meetings.

President told the Club that the building which houses the Reading Room Project which was set up at the Harbour View Primary School, is in need of repairs (the roof, electrical repairs and new drapes are needed). President Paul said that Gas Pro had given the Club a cheque of One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000) to assist with these repairs and he was asking for some pledges because a remainder of about One Hundred and Twenty Thousand ($120,000) is required to complete these repairs.

President Paul spoke about the Charlie Braham Award which is to held at the Pegasus Hotel on May 28, 2009. The President said that at a later date, he will give more information on this event.

The Guest Speaker for the evening was Jason Dear of First Global Bank, who spoke on "How to make money".

President Paul thanked Mr. Dear for his informative presentation.

The meeting was adjourned by President Paul at 8:45p.m.

Secretary's Report - April 20, 2009
Members present: 23
Honorary members: 1
Visiting Rotarians: 7
Guests: 4
Make-ups: 5
Apologies: 6
Avg attendance: 80%

April 6th Meeting

Meeting Agenda

Call to Order/Welcome Pres. Paul

The National Anthem

Prayer/Rotary Grace Rtn. Angella

The 4-Way Test Rtn. Howard

Toast to Jamaica Rtn. Richard

Fellowship

Introduction of Visiting Rtns & Guests Rtn. Cheddi

President's Time Pres. Paul

Family of Rotary Rtn. Marsha

Rotary Information PP Ralph

Secretary's Report Sec. Pauline

Sergeant-at-Arms PP O. Alexander

Tell Me Rtns. Flash & Richard

Toast to Club of Choice & RI Rtn. Bev

Closing Pres. Paul


Rotary International News
RI President D.K. Lee's April Message
April 2009 - "The Rotarian"



Rotary International
Membership in Rotary International
Pages 19-20, "ABCs of Rotary"



Special Announcements Section
Family of Rotary

Birthdays: 6th, PP Stannard Williams; 10th Edwin, husband of Rtn. Lorraine Dobson
Anniversaries: 12th, PP Raymond and Michelle Dobbs
Service Above Self: 10th, Rtn. Donald McHugh - 3 years; PE Earl Barrett - 4 years

Upcoming Events
April - Magazine Month

13th, HOLIDAY - No meeting
16th, Club Visit to Trafalgar New Heights

Rotary International & District Events
5-9th May 2009 29th Annual District Convention & PETS, St. Croix, USVI

21-24th June 2009 Rotary International Convention, Birmingham, England


The Gist of it All

Minutes -30th March 2009

Meeting commenced at approximately 7:20p.m. President Paul extended welcome to the guests and spoke briefly about upcoming events.

Business Meeting
President Paul said that two of the Directors were not present so he would give a synopsis of their areas. The President said that Dr. Beaumont gave the Club a challenge to see if we can do a Project to bring in person who can make clinical assessments of students with learning disabilities. Past President Col. Lemuel made the suggestion that a possible programme could be implemented in collaboration with Mico Teachers' College whereby these overseas experts could train our local teachers in the area of clinical assessment, and these teachers would in turn impart their knowledge to their fellow colleagues. This was suggested to the Board and a decision was made that President Elect Earl would take up this challenge during his tenure. President Paul said he gave the Club's citation to the Assistant District Governor to be sent to the District Governor so that the District Governor and team may assess the work our Club has been doing during the year 2008-2009. By doing so, our Club may be able to get an award at the 29th Annual District Convention in May 2009.

Service Club
President Paul said that Director Bentley had opened a US account regarding the Literacy Project. He said that he would like to refurbish the Port Royal Basic School on Labour Day and asked Hon. Rtn. Robert to please check and make arrangements with the school. The President also said that the Project at the Women's Centre should be finished early April and a date for the handing-over ceremony would be announced soon. He thanked all who participated in this Project. The President said that the main fundraiser for the Club, the Fish Fry, would take place before the end of this term. He also said that Chairperson Rtn. Winsome was in the process of arranging another Fellowship.

Rotary Foundation
President Paul said that Director Raymond had contributed US$1,000 to the Paul Harris Foundation. He said that we should also commend our new Rotarian William "Flash" Foster for his contribution of US$100 as a sustaining member.

Club Administration
Director Ruth spoke on sponsorship of advertisement to the Club Bulletin. She also said that a plan for the Installation Banquet was on its way and the tentative date is July 6, 2009. Director Ruth also encouraged all to attend Trafalgar New Heights Club Meeting on April 16, 2009, because our Club will not be having a meeting on April 13, 2009, being Easter Monday.

Membership
Director O. Alexander said he was satisfied with the induction of nine (9) new members so far, but he was still looking to a lawyer and someone in aviation to be inducted.

Public Relation
Director Shawn said that she is planning to do a Brochure on the Club so she is collecting pictures from Projects and events that the Club had done so far.

The meeting was adjourned by President Paul at 8:4op.m.

Secretary's Report - 30th March 2009
Members present: 18
Honorary members: 1
Visiting Rotarians: 0
Guests: 3
Make-ups: 1
Apologies: 6
Avg Attendance: 69%

March 30th Meeting

Meeting Agenda

Call to Order/Welcome Pres. Paul

The National Anthem

Prayer/Rotary Grace Rtn. Richard

The 4-Way Test Rtn. Flash

Loyal Toast Rtn. Shawn

Fellowship

Introduction of Visiting Rtns & Guests VP Valerie

President's Time Pres. Paul

Family of Rotary Rtn. Marsha

Rotary Information PP Bentley

Secretary's Report Sec. Pauline

Sergeant-at-Arms PP O. Alexander

Business Meeting

Toast to Club of Choice & RI Rtn. Howard

Closing Pres. Paul


Rotary International News
Florida Interactors Fight Polio in India
26 March 2009



Rotary International
Types of Membership
Page 19, "ABCs of Rotary"



Special Announcements Section
Family of Rotary

We would like to acknowledge the following Rotarians for their efforts in increasing the membership of our club:
Pres. Paul: 2
PP Ruth: 1
Sec. Pauline: 2
PP Stannard: 1
Treas. Marlene: 2
Rtn. Donald: 1

Upcoming Events
April - Magazine Month

Rotary International & District Events
5-9th May 2009 29th Annual District Convention & PETS, St. Croix, USVI

21-24th June 2009 Rotary International Convention, Birmingham, England


The Gist of it All
The Minutes - 23rd March 2009

Meeting commenced at approximately 7:27p.m. President Paul extended welcome to the guests and spoke briefly about upcoming events.

The President said that the Director of Elections, Mr. Orrette Fisher, gave a great presentation on March 16, 2009 which had our Club in the media for almost the entire week.

President Paul informed us that Rtns. Cheddi and Noel are now a part of the GSE (Group Study Exchange) team.

Our Guest Speaker for the evening was Dr. Jean Beaumont who spoke on Literacy and Technology in Education.

President Paul said that our indulgence was craved by Dr. Beaumont's presentation. The meeting was adjourned by President Paul at 8:40p.m.

Secretary's Report - 23rd March 2009
Members present: 23
Honorary members: 0
Visiting Rotarians: 1
Guests: 6
Make-ups: 1
Apologies: 9
Avg. Attendance: 71%

Thursday, April 2, 2009

March 16th Meeting

Meeting Agenda

Call to Order/Welcome Pres. Paul

National Anthem

Prayer/Rotary Grace Treas. Marlene

The 4-Way Test Rtn. Winsome

Loyal Toast Rtn. Flash

Fellowship

Introduction of Visiting Rtns & Guests PP Ralph

President's Time Pres. Paul

Family of Rotary Rtn. Marsha

Rotary Information PP. Lemuel

Secretary's Report Sec. Pauline

Sergeant-at-Arms PP O. Alexander

Introduction of Guest Speaker PP Bentley

Guest Speaker Mr. Orrette Fisher

Vote of Thanks Rtn. Jaslin

Toast of Club of Choice & RI Rtn. Mark

Closing Pres. Paul


Rotary International News
Dolly Parton & Rotary Partner to Promote Reading
By Ryan Hyland



Rotary International
Club and District Support
Pages 17-18, "ABCs of Rotary"


Special Announcements Section
Upcoming Events

March-Literacy Month
23rd . Dr. Jean Beaumont
26th . Board Meeting
30th . Business Meeting


Rotary International & District Events
7-8th March 2009 Inter-Club Assembly, Altamont Court, New Kingston
5-9th May 2009 29th Annual District Convention & PETS, St. Croix, USVI
21-24th June 2009 Rotary International Convention, Birmingham, England


The Gist of it All
The Minutes - 8th March 2009

Meeting commenced at approximately 1:55p.m.

President Paul extended welcome to all who was in attendance and said that our Club was glad to be hosting the luncheon of the Inter-Club Assembly. He said it was a great occasion and a great opportunity for the Club to have fellowship with all the other Rotary Clubs. The President also said that there would be an induction of three (3) new members to our Club during the Meeting.

The District Governor Elect Errol gave a special welcome to the three (3) new inductees to the Rotary Family: William "Flash" Foster, Richard Hutchinson, and Howard Haughton.

The Guest Speaker for the afternoon was Dr. Polly Bowes-Howell who spoke on Education. President Paul thanked Dr. Bowes-Howell on her excellent presentation.

President Paul also thanked all for sharing the afternoon with our Club.

The meeting was adjourned by President Paul at approximately 3:50p.m.

Secretary's Report for 8th March 2009

Members Present 19
Honorary Members 1
Visiting Rotarians 45
Guests 14
Make-ups 0
Apologies 2
Avg. Attendance 72%