This Wednesday RCFC is honored to host Rotarian Dr. Joyce McConnell, for her second annual presentation to the club as President of Colorado State University, and first at a virtual Zoom meeting. Historically, the President reviews the current status of the university, including new programs and/or issues facing the university and the university community. Please join the meeting and program at https://zoom.us/j/494943309pwd=SmtTUDYzTlZrcVBhblVLRmdvbVh6dz09
The Community Grants committee awarded $2,000 to Teaching Tree under the Education program category. Teaching Tree will help purchase new Creative Curriculum kits to be used in two preschool classes. An additional $2,000 matching donation was also given by a club member. Accepting the check is Anne Lance, Executive Director, from Kathy Nicol and Dan Mackey.
Saturday October 10, fourteen Rotarians and two guests celebrated 20 years of cleaning up Highway 14/East Mulberry by... picking up the trash along Highway 14/Mulberry. Fearless leaders Ron Stoops and Troy Tafoya provided donuts and coffee, and all enjoyed service on a beautiful fall morning. Now if only there had been football in the afternoon...
Rotary’s Wesley Award was given to Eva Urbina at a private ceremony by Bonnie Titley. The Wesley Award is a graduate-level scholarship of $5000 given to a Ph.D. Candidate in Counseling Psychology. It is named in honor of Bonnie’s late husband, Robert Wesley Titley. Eva will thank the club in person later. Thanks Bonnie!
Monday October 5, Dr. John Sanderson, Director of Colorado State University’s Center for Collaborative Conservation, and Dr. Rebecca Niemiec, Assistant Professor in the Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Department at CSU discussed 'civility' in general, and as it specifically relates to the wolf reintroduction initiative in Colorado. View the discussion at https://zoom.us/rec/share/8FmhzW-lPnRKb8hpxhdrE-WmyabkL4kgTi8XwJSJ1x8aRejgCIOlw_R89SbUVr1A.weDpY5zzvccnjMOG
In light of the ballot issue on re-introduction of wolves into Colorado, on October 7, Dr. Kevin Crooks, professor of Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology and the director of the Center for Human-Carnivore Coexistence at CSU, gave us a Zoom presentation on the background behind the possibility of re-introducing wolves into Colorado. Dr. Crooks, whose academic focus is on carnivore ecology, was not trying to advocate one way or the other; he simply wanted to present the facts. Review the presentation at https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/Lvk6luY9ZbDK0_Z6TqL-KqFGM8G4VZeTnH-qpFcwqc1OUoxKMVvNbHR4MeU83Cfh.RQgb6l_wItFHHi4S
The Finance Committee announced two changes to our accounting systems. Members will see the difference as of the Q2 (Oct-Dec) billing cycle. First, instead of using an outside accounting firm, we are now using an independent bookkeeper. Dyane Rogelstad started in July and has been doing well. Second, RCFC has changed accounting software from Xero back to Quickbooks.
How does this change affect members? As of October 1, all recurring credit card charges and bank transfers have been cancelled. The Club will no longer be retaining members’ credit card or banking information. What does this mean for you? Starting with the Q2 invoices, members who pay by credit or bank transfer (ACH) will pay their own invoices online. Member credit card charges will not happen automatically. No change for members paying by check. More details to follow!
Wednesday July 1, 2020-21 President Del Benson outlined his background, priorities and thoughts for this coming year. He touched on the challenges of declining noon membership and the resultant reduction in income and charitable pledges to support our service mission. Del then outlined his priorities and a "U+2" Time, Talent and Treasure Challenge for every member:
Bring in two new members
Double contributions to Rotary funding needs
Help on two funding initiatives
Give time to two additional service projects
Organize new projects and outcomes
Attend two more meetings every quarter
Combine categories engaging U+2 and have twice the fun and accomplishments
He closed his remarks with preliminary plans for a "Good and Lucky Non-Event Fundraiser" this fall. Stay tuned for details...
History Fellowship meets this Wednesday, October 14, immediately following our regular noon meeting, using the same Zoom link. Subject is "Court cases and Federal legislation that pertains to the current racial tension in the US."
President Del reminded all of his U+2 Challenge (see story in this Rotogear) and announced the Good and Lucky Non-Event event scheduled for November 4, 5:30 PM via Zoom. Funding is made possible by all the events, Rotary and otherwise, that we've not attended because of Covid, and all contributors will receive a PowerBall Ticket. Details to follow.
Older Announcements Still Relevant:
The Community Grants Committee is now accepting applications in the Health and Wellness category. For full details see the RCFC website. Grant deadline is November 20.
The Nominations Committee was announced in preparation for the December 2, 2020 election of future club officers. Nominations are encouraged - please send to Chair Rob Marschke.
The PR Committee is looking for volunteers to post Rotary happenings on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. To volunteer contact John Trone.
First Pres church has indicated they are not comfortable hosting Rotary any time soon. For now, all meetings will continue to be via Zoom.
President Del asked that in this time of deep political divisions, Rotarians think and act with civility and peace towards the many perspectives.
The next Rotary Book Fellowship discussion is December 10, reviewing the book Doc by Mary Doria Russell. Contact Dave Stewart for details.
Phyllis Abt is leading the revision/development of an RCFC Policies and Procedures manual. Let her know if you have items to contribute.
General reminder of our Fellowships schedule. All follow immediately after the Wednesday noon Zoom meeting, using the same login. First Wednesday: Peace. Second Wednesday: History. Third Wednesday: Investments. Fourth Wednesdays: Science.
President Del noted that the board's current focus is on Committees, gaining clarity and structure to achieve RCFC's goals. He reminded all that it is not necessary to be a formal member of a committee to make a contribution, and encouraged all to be engaged.
President Del announced a 'one-stop' Finances email - treasurer@fortcollinsrotary.org. Del also reminded members that 'the buck stops here' and asked that any complaints or concerns also be directed to him.
Sally Lee reported King Soopers rebate of $468.00 that goes directly into our charitable budget. If you haven’t signed up yet, see Sally.
Marty Bachman urged members to shop on Amazon Smile. Rebates would be credited to our club at the rate of 0.5%. Look for the Amazon logo on our website.
Marty Bachman reminds all to report special occasions/events/illness that the Care and Recognition Committee should acknowledge. Call Marty, Susan Brand, Melanie Chamberlain, or JeanneFangman.
This Wednesday RCFC is honored to host Rotarian Dr. Joyce McConnell, for her second annual presentation to the club as President of Colorado State University, and first at a virtual Zoom meeting. Historically, the President reviews the current status of the university, including new programs and/or issues facing the university and the university community. Please join the meeting and program at 
The Community Grants committee awarded $2,000 to Teaching Tree under the Education program category. Teaching Tree will help purchase new Creative Curriculum kits to be used in two preschool classes. An additional $2,000 matching donation was also given by a club member. Accepting the check is Anne Lance, Executive Director, from Kathy Nicol and Dan Mackey.
Saturday October 10, fourteen Rotarians and two guests celebrated 20 years of cleaning up Highway 14/East Mulberry by... picking up the trash along Highway 14/Mulberry. Fearless leaders Ron Stoops and Troy Tafoya provided donuts and coffee, and all enjoyed service on a beautiful fall morning. Now if only there had been football in the afternoon...
Monday October 5, Dr. John Sanderson, Director of Colorado State University’s Center for Collaborative Conservation, and Dr. Rebecca Niemiec, Assistant Professor in the Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Department at CSU discussed 'civility' in general, and as it specifically relates to the wolf reintroduction initiative in Colorado. View the discussion at 
In light of the ballot issue on re-introduction of wolves into Colorado, on October 7, Dr. Kevin Crooks, professor of Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology and the director of the Center for Human-Carnivore Coexistence at CSU, gave us a Zoom presentation on the background behind the possibility of re-introducing wolves into Colorado. Dr. Crooks, whose academic focus is on carnivore ecology, was not trying to advocate one way or the other; he simply wanted to present the facts. Review the presentation at https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/Lvk6luY9ZbDK0_Z6TqL-KqFGM8G4VZeTnH-qpFcwqc1OUoxKMVvNbHR4MeU83Cfh.RQgb6l_wItFHHi4S
The Finance Committee announced two changes to our accounting systems. Members will see the difference as of the Q2 (Oct-Dec) billing cycle. First, instead of using an outside accounting firm, we are now using an independent bookkeeper. Dyane Rogelstad started in July and has been doing well. Second, RCFC has changed accounting software from Xero back to Quickbooks.
Wednesday July 1, 2020-21 President Del Benson outlined his background, priorities and thoughts for this coming year. He touched on the challenges of declining noon membership and the resultant reduction in income and charitable pledges to support our service mission. Del then outlined his priorities and a "U+2" Time, Talent and Treasure Challenge for every member: