The meeting was called to order by President Jim Conard.
Rtn. Barb Thomas reminded the members Jan. 28th from 5-7pm is the Rotary Service & Social Event at Big Grove in Iowa City. All area clubs will be presented and will be putting together 100 emergency kits for the Shelter House. Committee and member chairs will also talk about their committee work.
Rtn. Jim Merchant announced today was the last day for CPR training after the meeting. The Heart Safe Community initiative is also being launched Sunday at 5pm with various faith communities (15 communities). Jim also thanked Bill and Shelley Bywater for the great success the Foundation is having with their fundraising. To date over $13,000has been raised with a goal of reaching $40,000.
Rtn. Ron Ettinger. Updated members on the Dictionary Project with 302 dictionaries distributed throughout the Iowa City District (4th & 5th graders).
Rtn. Chris Peters updated the members about his attendance at the Rotary World Peace Conference in California representing Better Angels. He announced there is a fundraiser Feb. 6 at Big Grove in Iowa City. For more information go to betterangelsiowa.org.
One new induction today. Sponsor Rtn. Bill Stanford introduced Bob Young.
