Information Resources for 2009-10 Club Presidents and Secretaries

 Are you aware that Club and District Support (CDS) staff serve as your primary contact at Rotary?   Staff can answer any question about Rotary as well as provide advice on club elections, constitutional matters, club traditions and customs, club operations, and RI Board policy.  Below are some important web resources to assist in leading and supporting your club in the year ahead.

 ·         Learn the names and contact information of your CDS team members by using this web link: www.rotary.org/ClubDistrictReps

 ·         Review a list of  resources for club presidents and secretaries:     www.rotary.org/pressecresources 

 ·         Make changes to your club’s membership records at RI, reference various Rotary Foundation reports, print your club’s SAR, pay your club's dues, and report next year's club officers using Member Access.  Full instructions, helpful suggestions and frequently asked questions (FAQ) are found at: www.Rotary.org/ElearningCenter 

 ·         Find helpful club publications, audiovisuals, forms and supplies:  www.Rotary.org/ShopClubPublications

 ·         Use the Club Presidents’ Checklist, a monthly calendar for both presidents and presidents-elect, with reminders of club and district functions, as well as RI and Rotary Foundation deadlines: www.rotary.org/clubpreschecklist

 ·         Consider adopting the Club Leadership Plan - a strategic planning tool based on the best practices of actual Rotary clubs:  www.Rotary.org/ClubLeaderPlan

 Rotary staff looks forward to working with you and supporting your club’s service efforts.  Be sure to contact your CDS representative whenever you need assistance. 

This club is intended to attract young professionals and college students from the ages of 18-30 who are interested in addressing the community's physical and social needs, while promoting international understanding and peace through a framework of friendship and service.  In addition to getting an opportunity to better their community, Rotaract allows these people to network with professionals their own age, and allows them to become a Rotarian down the road.

• Arrange for a joint meeting of the incoming and outgoing boards to ensure continuity.

• Arrange for a joint meeting of the incoming and outgoing boards to ensure continuity.

• Promote club members’ participation in Rotary Fellowships.

• Conduct related activities and programs on Rotary Foundation programs, including PolioPlus, and fund development.

• Prepare a year-end audit of the club’s financial transactions, working with club secretary and treasurer. Submit a financial statement to the club about its fiscal status.

• Prepare a final report to the club on its Rotary Foundation goal achievements and program participation.

• Monitor membership development initiatives and goals. Provide the club with a final report on membership growth and identify areas requiring continued action.

• Confer with the president-elect to ensure a smooth transition.

TEN WAYS CLUBS ARE SUPPORTED BY THE DISTRICT.