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Trail Clean Up - Saturday Sept. 19th

It was clean-up time along the Fredericton Northside Trail on Saturday. Happy to report there wasn't a lot of garbage - just enough to make it worth our while. Happy to be supporting the Fredericton Trails Coalition. Clean trails = healthy community.

Multiflora Rose removal at Fredericton Botanic Garden

Five Rotarians, two root extractors, one spade, one pick-axe, one ATV/winch and one camera were needed for removal of invasive multi-flora rose bushes along the Creek-side Trail at the Fredericton Botanic Garden.  The thick thickets and huge plants (one with a runner of over 12 metres!) are now gone. 

Multiflora rose is a tenacious plant with multiple means of staying around for a long time so we know we'll need to be back but for now we're happy to have had success.

Rotarian of the Year 

A Rotarian helps the club achieve its goals and acts with high ethical standards participating in the Clubs Community Projects.

This annual award is designated for a Rotarian in our Club who clearly stands out in demonstrating `Service Above Self". An outstanding club member who has made significant contributions to mission and operations and to one or more avenues of Community or International Service.

The award is given to a member who exhibits "Service above Self" in daily activities and promotion of Rotary by their actions and involvements. They are recognized for participation in one major activity or multiple activities and Committee Service. A candidate who is highly visible in the weekly activities of the Club.

The Selection Committee considered the following qualifying criteria:

1. Membership for at least one (1) year,

2. Membership in good standing,

3. An Active Membership Status,

4. Exemplary attendance record,

5. Involvement in Service and Fundraising Projects,

6. Participates in Club Social activities,

7. Has held an Office, served on the Board or Committee,

8. Invites guests and is active in membership recruitment.

9. This list is not all inclusive.

The Selection Committee identified several deserving candidates for the award.

This year’s recipient is Christina (Chris) Darrah.

This award is designated for a member who clearly stands out in the current year or over a longer period of service. An outstanding club member who has made significant contributions to mission and operations and to one or more avenues of Community or International Service.

The award is given to a member who exhibits "Service above Self" in daily activities and promotion of Rotary in the Community by their actions and involvements. They are recognized for participation in one major activity or multiple activities and Committee Service. A candidate who is highly visible in the weekly activities of the Club.

The Selection Committee considered the following qualifying criteria:

1. Membership for at least one (1) year.

2. Membership in good standing,

3. An Active Membership Status,

4. Exemplary attendance record,

5. Involvement in Service and Fundraising Projects,

6. Participates in Club Social activities,

7. Has held an Office, served on the Board or Committee,

8. Invites guests and is active in membership recruitment.

This list is not all inclusive.

The Selection Committee identified several deserving candidates for the award.

This year’s recipient is Jane Neil. Jane was presented with her PHF+4 pin after she came back from vacation as she was not at the AGM.

Honorary Members presented with certificates at AGM

Honorary Rotary Membership is the highest distinction a Club can bestow. It is reserved for individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary, meritorious service in furthering Rotary ideals, or who are permanent friends of Rotary.

Honorary Membership can be offered to both distinguished non-Rotarians and former Rotarians who still embody the "Service Above Self motto.

Honorary Members are:

1. - Exempt from dues and assessments.

2. - Entitled to attend all meetings and are welcomed to visit other Rotary Clubs worldwide without needing an active Rotarian member.

3. - Participate in club social events and service projects.

4. - Receive club communication and information of upcoming events.

5. - Cannot vote on Club matters, or hold office or director positions or serve on committees.

These individuals are excellent ambassadors for Fredericton North Rotary Club and we look forward to a continuing and rewarding association with them. Their values align perfectly with our mission of doing good in our community and in the world through financial service and personal commitment.

We are honored to have the following individuals Brian Dingle, David Balmain, Larry Somerville, Kevin Roherty and also to David Myles MP who was away in Ottawa, to receive the designation of "Honorary Member".

Friends of Rotary certificates were presented at AGM 

A "Friend of Rotary" is a special designation in Rotary that recognizes individuals who support the Rotary Mission but cannot commit to full membership.

Friends of Rotary are welcome to:

1. Attend weekly lunch/dinner meetings.

2. Participate in our social events and service projects.

3. Receive club communication and information of upcoming events.

These individuals are excellent ambassadors for Fredericton North Rotary Club and we look forward to a continuing and rewarding association with them. We believe their values align perfectly with our mission of doing good in our community and in the world through financial service and personal commitment.

We are honored to have the following `Friends of Rotary" join us this evening, at our 49th Annual General Meeting. It provides an opportunity to express our appreciation for their support.

Brent Hawkins                               Environmental Initiatives

Ben Thompson                              Golf Fore Kids Community Tournament

Larry Booker                                 Sip & Savour

Larry was unable to attend, so his certificate was presented to Tobi (Colpitts) Booker. 

Plaque for past president Owen Taylor for his year of service, presented by Don McKay incoming president.

Owen Taylor turning over the reins to incoming President Don McKay and pinning the official president's pin of office on him.

JOSH THE OTTER presentation and readings were made to kindergarten classes in 5 local schools -  Priestman Street Elementary, Connaught Street Elementary, Lincoln Elementary, Garden Creek Elementary and  Cuffman Street Elementary school. We went to 13 classes, met 225 Kindergarten students, and distributed 248 books throughout the 5 schools.

It was a great day of accomplishment at Camp Rotary for the Rotary crew on clearing fallen trees, completing deck repairs, installing posts, clearing grass and leaves. A presentation of a cheque for $10,000 was given to the CEO of Easter Seals to provide 10 camper fees for those in the Fredericton area in need of financial assistance.

Getting work done at NCC's Lincoln Wetland Natural Area 

Nurses from all over the province were in Fredericton for NBNU/SIINB education sessions this week. Their social was an evening of BINGO which we helped them run. Funds raised were split between our Rotary student hunger initiatives and foodbanks across NB.