A MONDAY MOMENT IN ROTARY
FOR DISTRICT 6580
JULY 16, 2007

Dear 6580 Rotary Leaders:

As you all know membership growth and development is one of RI President Wilkinson's primary issues for this year. President Wilf's goals can only be effective as long as every Rotarian is aware of these goals and are on the same page. As an incentive a new pin has been created which will recognize the SPONSOR of a new Rotary member. Just think what amazing things your club could do if you could double or nearly double your membership. I have purchased an optimistic supply of these pins which I will bring to my "Official Visit" with your club. I would welcome the opportunity that day to recognize any recent sponsors. When the District Governor's were trained RI President Wilf challenged us to bring in at least one new member during our year as DG. I issue the same challenge to each of you to bring in one, just one, new member. One new member at a time is all it takes to bring growth to your club. Ask someone to join your club today. I'm counting on your involvement!

* It's amazing that this is already the beginning of week three as your District Governor. I have asked Club Presidents to schedule no other program during my DG visit. I would like to meet with your Club President for about 15 minutes and the club leadership for approx. 45 minutes before or after this meeting to learn more about your club's activities and plans for the year.

* It is our Club Membership and RI Foundation committee work that makes all other areas of Rotary possible. DGN and D Membership Chair Bettye Dunham, PDG and D Foundation Chair Steve Richards, and D. Trainer Pete King are busy planning for the District Membership and Foundation Seminar. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend this informative meeting September 29th for this important day. Details and registration materials will be available soon.

* Lee and I had an amazing time in Grand Rapids, Michigan where we met with approx. 700 inbound, outbound and rebound Rotary Youth Exchange students from around the world. Along with Rotary leaders and parents of many of these student there were about 1,300 of us learning about each other, the countries each represented and the experiences of these kids. The talent show we experienced was truly entertaining.

* Now is the time to be working on the following:
- Promote applications for the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Contact Pam Blasdel for more information - pblasdel@hsonline.net.
- Submit applications for the Group Study Exchange team leader and GSE team members to Panamá, Brazil. Contact Paul Bippen for more information - pbippen@iupuc.edu.
- I'd be interested in hearing about your club Literacy activities for July.
- Plan for August Membership and Extension activities. Resources for your membership use include: A Guide to Membership Retention (Rotary e-learning module) and Membership Development Resource Guide (417-EN)
- Join the over 10,000 Rotary leaders reading the free Membership Minute: www.rotary.org/jump/memberminute_reg


* I hope you have shared your Club Planning Guide with your Assistant Governor. It was due by July 1. Completion of this plan will provide you with the necessary information for you to have a great year. Your AG will be using this document to be of greatest assistance to you.

* It's time to change the RI theme and logo on your various publications. Consider including your Assistant Governor and District Governor. Remember we are available to assist you in your Rotary activities. Club visits are the best part about being District Governor. My DG schedule for the next two weeks is very busy: Tuesday, July 17 - Rotary Club of Franklin, Wednesday, July 18 - Rotary Club of Greenwood/White River for breakfast and Rotary Club of Terre Haute South for the dedication of a park which was their Centennial project and meeting with their board in the evening, Thursday, July 19 - Rotary Club of Terre Haute South meeting, and Rotary Club of Jasper. Friday/Saturday, July 20/21 - Franklin, TN RI President Wilf Wilkinson's Membership Conference.

Monday, July 23 - Rotary Club of Princeton, Tuesday, July 24 Rotary Club of Bloomington and
DGE/DGN planning meeting at Spring Mill State Park, Wednesday, July 25 - Rotary Club of
Bloomington Sunrise and Rotary Club of Linton, July 26 - Rotary Club of Evansville Morning and
Rotary Club of Warrick County, and finally Friday, July 27 - Rotary Club of Columbus Sunrise.

* THANK YOU! to all of you who made our District Celebration in Bloomington a very special occasion. It was uplifting to recognize the splendid activities of so many clubs and the leadership in our district. It was clear that Rotarians are working to show how Rotary Shares at home and around the world. Congratulations to all award winning Rotarians and Clubs that were recognized for achievements for LEADING THE WAY in 2007-08. This year let's demonstrate how ROTARY SHARES.

* Finally, as space permits I'd like to include a calendar of upcoming public events that will involve your Rotary club in August and September. A very brief description of the event is welcome. So, what is your club doing these days?

Have a Great Rotary week!

Judy Witt
District Governor 2007-08
Rotary International District 6580
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Bloomington, IN 47401
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