January 8, 2020 (Jan 07, 2020)

THIS WEEK'S ANNOUNCEMENTS

Editor: Bonnie Titley

Urgent/Current Announcements:

The Rotary History Fellowship will meet immediately after Wednesday's regular meeting in the foyer. John Roberts will present 'Hot Topics Around the World' and welcome our comments on them. Everyone and all opinions are welcome.

RCFC Service Above Self awardee Joyce Everitt (wife of RCFC member Bob (d. 2016) and mother of David Everitt) passed away in her sleep on Christmas Eve. For a listing of her many accomplishments, please see her obituary https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/ft-collins-co/joyce-everitt-8973280. Memorial arrangements are pending.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Jan. 22 RCFC's lunch meeting will be at First Presbyterian Church, 531 South College, as a test. The Board is seriously considering this venue because of significant annual savings.

Sharyn Salmen urged members to sign up for Purple Pins for Polio on Jan. 26.

Announcements Editor Bonnie Titley will be cruising until Jan. 21, so is unable to transcribe announcements made during meetings. During this period, please send announcements directly to Stacy. Anyone willing to sub for Bonnie, please see Stacy.

Older Announcements Still Relevant:

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

The Finance Committee meets this month on the 3rd 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.

Sally Lee reported King Soopers rebate of $568.42. If you haven’t signed up yet, see Sally.

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.