February 12, 2020 (Feb 12, 2020)

THIS WEEK'S ANNOUNCEMENTS

Editor: Bonnie Titley

Urgent/Current Announcements:

The Rotary History Fellowship will meet in the foyer immediately after the regular meeting. Our topic will be: 'What is your opinion about the impact of the impeachment, the impact of the Iowa caucus and where do you think we may be headed?' As always, everyone and all opinions are welcome.

The Finance Committee meets Feb. 13, 3:30 at Markley Motors. The Board Of Directors meets Feb. 27 from 3:30-5:00 at Markley Motors.

Possible change of our weekly meeting venue will be discussed at both of the above meetings.

A club assembly is planned for March 4 to discuss strategic planning.

John Roberts invited members to visit the current exhibit at the Global Village Museum. The next exhibit will focus on the history of beer and is curated by CSU students. Local breweries are planning tasting events.

Older Announcements Still Relevant:

The December 31, 2019 Club Financial Statements have been published on ClubRunner. To access, sign in and then go into Member Area. Select My ClubRunner. Below select Documents. Scroll to area 7 and the Financials are there at the bottom. If you don’t have ClubRunner account, please contact John Trone, john.trone@hotmail.com.

The Board Of Directors are reviewing processes for charities invoices.

The test run at First Presbyterian Church was considered generally good. Negotiations are going forward.

RCFC's strategic planning process is moving ahead. March 4 will include club discussions.

Steve Laine urged members to make nominations for the Service Above Self awards.

Martin Limbird announced the new theme for RI: Rotary Opens Opportunity (chosen by the new president because it “sounds good in German”!).

Bill Timpson brought greetings from Ngozi. He announced the opening of a seventh Peace Center in Uganda.

All Rotary committees should give Rob their budget needs for the rest of this Rotary year.

Mara Johnson solicited sponsors and volunteers for the Peach Festival. This year’s beneficiary is Habitat for Humanity. Our representatives on the central committee are Mara, Rob Marschke, and Annette Geisleman.

Sally Lee reported King Soopers rebate of $532.00 that goes directly into our charitable budget. If you haven’t signed up yet, see Sally.

Harry Mueller needs weekly Greeters - especially Red Badge members. Please see Harry to sign up.

Mara Johnson needs host families for our incoming youth exchange student (2020-21 school year). She also thanked Club for the $4000 budget.

Henry Weisser brought OLLI (formerly OSHER) catalogs for the winter/spring semester. See Henry if you need one.

The Finance Committee meet on the 2nd Thursday, and the Board Meeting is the 4th Thursday each month. Both meetings are from 3:30 to 5:00 in the Markley Motors Conference room. All are invited.

Martin Limbird invited club members to join President-elect Del Benson and Jeannie in Honolulu June 6-10, 2020 for the Rotary International convention.

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 requests fun fundraising ideas. She also needs volunteers for her committee.

Ralph Smith has 2020 calendars for sale for $15. $5 comes back to the Legacy Fund.

The Board Of Directors approved participation in the 2020 Peach Festival. The beneficiary will be Habitat for Humanity. President Rob summarized the discussion and outlined the factors to be watched closely. Peach Festival financial report update will be emailed to members.

SPECIAL NOTE: Kathy Hawkins cautioned members not to pay dues AND charities with a single checks. For charities contributions to be tax-deductible, you must write a separate check.

President Rob announced that for those wishing to apply for the new "Noon Membership Without Meals" category, a form needs to be completed and submitted to the Membership Committee.

PDG Mike Forney invited retired professionals to join SCORE (Senior Corps Of Retired Executives). Volunteers work with small business personnel to enhance their business. Counselors are needed in Ft. Collins. If interested, contact Mike Forney.

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 Jeanne Fangman.