The Board reviewed and approved the minutes of the December 9, 2014 meeting.
Baldridge stated the attendance in December 2014 was down to 41.74% due to the Holidays. Currently two new members have been approved and waiting for orientation. Membership count at year end is 180 active members.
The Centennial Committee met Monday January 12, 2015 before the Club Meeting. The agenda for the Centennial has been set and RI speaker, Bruce Goldson from Adrian MI has been scheduled. Jeff Fitzgerald has agreed to emcee the event and work continues to secure the appearance of the Rotary Boys Choir. Save the Date notices have gone out to club members and Past Presidents no longer in the club, Past District Governors, Rotary District Officers and selected Government Officials.
Decker stated the $100,000 Committee will meet on Tuesday January 20, 2015. Committee members have received the grant applications and are being asked to score them for the meeting. The organizations with highest scoring will be invited to meet with the Board to make presentations. Once the Committee has heard the presentations, they will make their decisions and recommendations. If the Committee is ready with a recommendation, it will be shared at a joint meeting of the Lima Rotary Foundation Board and the Rotary Board of Directors on February 10, 2015. Following approval of the two Boards, a club assembly will be held for affirmation. The goal is for the Club to be of One Voice.
Baldridge stated Mike Schoenhofer has agreed to Chair the Nominating Committee for 2015 – 2016. Jim Osmon and Carol Buettner will also serve on the committee. Any interested Club Member should contact a member of the Committee for additional information.
Baldridge informed the Board that District 6600 Conference will be April 17 – 19, 2015 at Kalahari Resort in Sandusky OH. The Lima Club will be creating a display of Lima activities and accomplishments. The Centennial Banners and the Club’s portable display with updated photos will be used.
Runk stated he will be meeting with Membership chair John Ficcorilli. They both plan to attend a webinar offered on membership.
Frost stated the results of the Christmas Auction appear to be consistent with past years with Revenue of $14,270, Expenses of $3,095 and Net of $11,175. He will coordinate distribution of half of the proceeds to the Salvation Army with Club Treasurer Cheryl Lawson.
Bischoff stated the Club’s International Service Group is working on a Global Water Project. Individual club members and corporate donors are being asked to contribute.
Baldridge stated the February 10, 2015 Rotary Board Meeting will be a joint meeting with the $100,000 Committee and the Rotary Foundation Board if the $100,000 Committee is ready with a recommendation.
Warren stated the Drum Line is now up to 30 members. The group will play at a Lima Senior Ball Game on Tuesday January 27, 2015. The Group will be featured at half time. Recently a $1,000 donation for the Drum Line was made to the foundation. This money will allow for purchase of more equipment and the creation of a flag bearer group too.
There was no financial report as Treasurer Lawson was not able to attend the meeting.
Runk made a motion to adjourn. Decker seconded the motion. Board approved.
Respectfully submitted
Rita Brown, Secretary
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