MINUTES OF MEETING: Tuesday, Sept 13, 2022
Editor: Alan Finnigan
Meeting Called to Order at 6:31 PM: by President Robbie Larocque
Land Acknowledgement:
We are gathered this evening on Treaty Lands that are steeped in rich Indigenous History. These Lands remain home to many First Nations, Metis and Inuit People. We acknowledge that we gather this evening on the Traditional Territories of the Mississaugas of Scugog First Nations.
Rotary Grace: John Kellam
Toast to the King Robert Kipling
Visiting Rotarians and Guests: Derrick Clark – Chief, Oshawa Fire Services
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES:
Sept 13 – Happy Birthday to Sandy McDowell
Preview: Sept 20 – Happy Anniversary to Al and Hilda Finnigan
SGT AT ARMS: Tim Dwyre
ACE OF SPADES:
Al Finnigan had the winning ticket and he drew the Ace of Hearts... sorry Al. But Al won the consolation prize - a new smoke alarm, compliments of Derrick Clark and the Oshawa Fire Dept.
HAPPY BUCKS:
Dave Andrews- happy that Derrick (the Oshawa Fire Chief) is here
Lennis- sad that the heater line blew in the Tornado on the Ambassador Bridge. Happy they got hose taped up and running.
John - Happy they had a good time in Frankenmuth and kids having a good time in Antique stores
Bob Koski - Happy he had a good round of golf and a nice golf day
Al- Not happy he lost $2.00 to Keith at the golf course
Robbie- Happy his son Elliot had his 19th Birthday. And saw Moody Blues at Casino Rama
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
President Robbie Larocque:
The District 7070 conference is on October 15 and 16.
Ken Hurst of the Ajax Rotary club announced that they are having an open house at Wind Reach farms to raise money for the Foundation on the Sept 16.
The Rotary club of Toronto is having a show and tell at Centennial featuring the new Energy display .
September 25 - Is the Rotary Foundation Walk. Hilda needs the number of walkers from our club, Robbie distributed a sign up sheet
On September 28 - There is a membership webinar details on the web Rotary web site. Work Smarter, Not Harder, to Grow Your Club Wed, 28-Sep-2022 11:00 am (60 min) Data-driven decision-making is critical to the success of any business — and to your club and district. What if you knew how many members you might lose this year and how many you would need to recruit in order to grow? This session will help club and district leaders understand their data, including historical attraction and retention rates, and prioritize their goals in order to maximize their impact. NOTE TO PARTICIPANTS: We acknowledge that this time is not convenient for everyone who belongs to our International Organization. Everyone who registers will receive a copy of the recording via e-mail. Register here: https://rotary-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AXRurTyESW-aIVAQOlmabg .
October 1 - Courtice Rotary club is having the bus trip down to the Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox. 11:30 to 7:30 pm. Game time 3:07 pm. Cost $95 per person. Courtice and Whitby pick up points. Seats are in the 100 level (section 113) . Sign up here: https://www.crsadmin.com/EventPortal/Registrations/PublicFill/EventPublicFill.aspx?evtid=f1951922-2199-48b8-aad9-96496f61d723
October 13 - . Meeting will be at Bistro 67 Durham College.
The District 7070 conference is on Oct 14, 15 and 16.
Hilda Finnigan:
Tulips have arrived will be at the Market on Saturday
We need recorders for the bulletin for January, February, March 2023. Linda will do November 2022
We need volunteers to paint the fence on the north side of Parkwood estate on the Sept 27., between 9.00 am and about 1 pm , then a late lunch or early dinner to be arranged. Spouses and friends welcome.
Dave Andrews: World Polio day is October 20th. register for the Global classroom ASAP as only 100 people can be accommodated Is the Global Foundation presentation at the global class room at the Durham College. Sandwiches and cash bar. Cost is $35.00 (with $10 going to PolioPlus Fund in your name)
Ted Morrison; Parkwood is providing the paint for the fence painting for the 100 foot section we are providing the labour and paint brushes etc.
SPEAKER: Derrick Clark – Chief, Oshawa Fire Service
Dave Andrews introduced Derrick Clark. The Oshawa Fire Chief
Derrick updated us on the progress being made
A new station is being added in the north end of Oshawa making for a total of 6 stations
A new training tower is being built at the tank museum and will be ready in 4 to 6 weeks
They have partnered with General Motors to develop a new Pulse Point APP.
They are supporting the wounded warriors mental health program
The dispatch service has been up dated
They have launched an Electronic inspection and education system cyclone
Facility repairs and renovations are being completed on stations 1,.2,.3,.4.and 5
1 ERO Cyclone platform Aerial and 3 small vehicles have been purchased
Recruiting 11 new staff and restructuring fire services and command team
Derrick showed us a heat map of the Oshawa area most fires where concentrated in older areas and rental properties
They are working on a new emergency APP. You type in 3 words and they can face time your location.
The Fire Department is participating in programs and education at the Kids Safety Village.
Tim Dwyer thanked Derrick for his informative and well presented presentation.
President Robbie closed the meeting at 8.10 pm.
Announcements: REMINDERS
SONGS OF HOPE CONCERT FOR UKRAINE is on September 24 in the Town Hall at Port Perry., tickets are $50.00 at 6.00pm and 8 pm. There will be a host of theatre songs of hope from top notch talent who have donated their time there will be a live band. The 3 main goals of the concert and fund raiser: 1. Medical supplies for Ukraine; 2. An operating table for the hospital in Ukraine; and 3. Winter cold weather supplies .
Join us for an evening of song & dance performed by some of Toronto’s top musical theatre performers & musicians, aspiring young talent, & special appearances from members of our Ukrainian community. All proceeds will go to Health Partners International (HPI) (www.hpicanada.ca) which purchases near expired pharmaceuticals (including life saving medication), to deliver to the front lines for Ukrainian refugees who have had to flee their homes leaving all possessions behind. This is a licensed event available prior to each performance. All ages welcome. Get your tickets to Songs of Hope, a benefit concert on September 24 at Town Hall 1873 Theatre in Port Perry for Ukraine. Tickets are $50 and available at https://townhalltheatre.ca/ . (see: https://www.rotarywhitby.org/Stories/songs-of-hope )
REMINDER: Dave A announced - Oct 13 - Bistro 67 Followed by a tour of Durham College Skills Trade center. eryone was in agreement. DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 PM, YOU MAY ORDER DRINKS WITH YOUR DINNER. Dinner at 5:40 pm, then go over to the new Skills Trade Centre for a tour with DC Pres Don Lovisa. Cost $35 per person (plus tax and tip). You will pay Bistro 67 after your meal. Entree: harvest bowl salad with chicken and Dessert. Spouses and guests welcome. Please let Hilda know by Oct 9 number in your party. We are attaching a nice evening event announcement from Durham College.
REMINDER: Ted announced that the Kids Against Hunger meal packing at the Jubilee Pavilion at Lakeview Park will be on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2022 9 AM TO 1 PM.
IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT, MAKE UP: Go online at www.rotary.org go to the club locator and find a club or clubs near your destination. Or you can add the free App Rotary Club Locator to your phone for instant look up of any club in the world. Please mail or fax your make-ups to Secretary Sue MacKinnon, or give your make-up card to the attendance/registration officer at the next club meeting.