Scribe March 7 Meeting
After singing of “O Canada”, Peter gave the invocation.
The club expressed its thanks to Brian for constructing a new stand for the flagpole – no more flagpole injuries.
Scott delivered comments on Rotaract clubs and membership. Noted that membership in Rotaract can assist student’s applications to University.
A new Rotaract is being created in the five clubs area. Meetings are being held every 2nd Wednesday at Laura’s Coffee Shop. Jerry and Roberta will attend the March 7 meeting. Ray Paquet is the contact person for this.
The 5 Club breakfast is being held on April 28 at the Star of Sea community center. Tickets will be available next week.
District training assembly April 7 from 8 to 2 PM at KPU’s Surrey campus.
Rotary Leadership Training Saturday March 10 in Surrey.
Discussed providing of tax receipts to a US citizen for donations to the orphanage. Jeff provided clarification on this and will provide Brian with more details.
Sergeant at Arms did his usual sterling job. Pat’s daughter is getting married March 31, his son is engaged and youngest son has been accepted to Internal Medicine. Great news.
Peter is celebrating his 80th birthday. A gathering of family and friends is taking place to recognize. Club sang Happy Birthday
Guest speaker was introduced by Don. Peter Tam from Haney Club presented information on the referendum on Proportional Representation that is taking place in the future. He talked about:
- Fair Vote BC Website is https://fairvotingbc.com/
- Defined Proportional Representation
- Discussed problems with current First Past Post system
- Types of Proportional Representation systems
- Survey is available http://www.fairvote.ca/bc-government-consultation-survey-guide/
Jeff thanked Peter for his presentation.