President
In the absence of President Kelly who is still suffering from the 'lurgie', Past President Brian "Maverick" Johnson took the podium and reminded us that October is Economic and Community Development month.
Brian also gave a brief outline of the Club Forum Agenda, the focus of today's meeting.
Club Forum
Membership Satisfaction Survey (available on website)
- Of the 58 surveys distributed there were 35 responses (60% response rate).
- Overall members indicated that they were satisfied with their membership and club experience.
- Majority of respondees felt that the community did not perceive the value of the Club’s involvement in the community, which highlights the need to promote this more in the community.
- Key projects suggested included homelessness,
domestic violence and collaboration with the City of South Perth, and more networking opportunities with local businesses/organisations.
- The top five most liked activities were the Club birthday party, Xmas meeting, Tree planting, visit to the Pines, Summer BBQ, with Guess Who's Coming to Dinner in 6th place.
- Expectations were high in regard to continuance of good Speaker Program.
- Members were reminded that they have an open invitation to attend any of the Committee meetings and/or the Board meetings or access minutes on Google Drive or on the club website.
- Some good ideas for growing the Club and attracting new members were identified and will be taken up by respective Directors.
- Suggestions to "Stop, Start or Continue" particular activities were provided by members and found mostly to be already in place.
- Communications were positive although lack of activity on social media and visits to the website.
Change to By-laws
The proposed amendment to Bylaw 2 was passed by the present members. The Bylaw sets the composition of the Board with the President-elect normally being the Director Club Service. Due to this year’s circumstances the Director Club Service is technically not a member of the Board. This is now corrected.
RCMP Strategic Plan and Goals
Rotary Youth Exchange (RYE)
In previous years the Club has been actively involved in directly hosting a student. Feedback from members who had hosted students highlighted the pros and cons, and commitments required in being a host parent. Members agreed, in principle, to explore involvement with RYE and for the Youth Director to discuss this further at Board level.
Directors' Reports and Member Announcements
Lyn Metcalf
- Support from members requested for the BulldustNBack Silent Auction. Be the first on the list to show non-Rotarians how supportive we are of the hard work put into our Fundraising.
Wayne
- There will be a quick BNB meeting after breakfast.
Raelene
- Seeking support for the "Medics" car in the BNB next week. Please give generously for this worthy cause and as there is NO MEETING next week, consider donating your breakfast cost to Car #31 (31 members x $30 = $930 - all for a good cause!)
Veronica
- Membership meeting after breakfast.
- District is seeking nominations for:
- District Governor 2026-27;
- District Governor 2027-28 otherwise known as District Governor Nominee Delegate
- Foundation Chair
- District Finance Officer.
If interested please contact DG Pat Schraven at dg@rotarywa.au or 0474 784 883.
Debbie
- Help wanted as 'Sergeant At Arms' duties for the following weeks:
- November 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th.
- Also for "Dress" for:
- December 6th, 13th and 20th.
Please contact Debbie for further details 0450 627 270 or on meroseko12@hotmail.com
Joy-ful Fine(s) for the day!
Garrick - hiding President Kelly's keys on the last BNB Survey AND recent visit to Bali
Veronica - Forgot how to close the meeting last week AND for maligning sheepdogs on her FB page.
Anyone who has travelled to London...
AFL sports fans who watched the Grand Final - c'mon own up!
Gerry - AKA Astrid Mitchell because she had an impressive name badge AND for forgetting something he was supposed to bring to the meeting...
Margaret H - Returning from extended holiday with a Queensland Tan!
David R - Has a 'yen' to visit Japan so contribute any Australian dollars before you go.
Dietmar -Tut, tut, it's not worth being late but to us it's worth your dollars - AND forgetting Anne-Marie's wine cooler to boot!
PP Brian - for bribing members to sit at the top table so they could be first to breakfast
All those who took Brian up on his bribe - you know who you are!
Winner of Heads and Tails
A head and a tail; 2 heads and 2 tails saw Dianna Goh win the wine - and for the fourth time!
Lucky lady with a big smile to show her pleasure!
Attendance
32 attendees in all, including visitor Charlie Burnett.
