VIRTUAL BOARD MEETING - 3/27/2020
Due to these extreme circumstances in our communities right now, the Board met virtually. Items discussed are as follows:
- Confirmed that we would follow State and Federal guidelines and continue to suspend Club meetings until further notice.
- Recognized that in the meantime it is vital to keep communication with our members flowing. To that end we -
a) will continue sending Newsletters weekly
b) will hold virtual Club meetings on-line at our usual time, Tuesdays at noon beginning on March 31, 2020. Further instruction from Craig will be forthcoming.
- Recognized that we have members with families who are being hit particularly hard by this Coronavirus outbreak. It can be an emotional, medical, and fiscal hardship for many of our members. Consequently Craig and the Board want to reiterate the following actions -
a) we have suspended the meal portion of every members' dues until further notice
b) our physical meeting cancellation will not reflect negatively on anyone's attendance for the duration of this community social isolation
c) we need to provide assistance to our members if we can (see below)
- Historically our Club has given generously in time and resources to our community, RI, and numerous national and international projects. Perhaps now we need to focus on assisting our members where we can. To that end -
We are asking any member who is experiencing hardships during this extraordinary time to contact President Craig to discuss their need. Maybe there is some
way that we can harness our collective energy to support our members in need. ALL CONTACTS WILL BE KEPT IN STRICTEST CONFIDENCE.
- Perhaps we have members who are housebound for a variety of reasons. Can we help by picking up and delivering needed prescriptions or emergency supplies?
- Do we have members who feel isolated from friends and family that could use a phone call or virtual chat?
- Do we have members who are running out of ideas of what to do with their kids while schools are shut down; or who are having to care for their aging parents?
Perhaps we have have members with knowledge and creative ideas that we could draw on to share with others.
These are just a few examples of support that we might be able to provide. So if you have needs where Rotary might be able to help in some way, or if you have ideas how Rotary could help others, please contact President Craig at craig@asixquality.com; 717-451-0568.