As we move into the new Rotary year I look forward to supporting our clubs and members. I was so glad for the time some of us spent together at the District 7090 Changeover on Saturday, June 22nd. It was great to see old friends and meet new ones. Thanks goes out to IPDG Scott Marcin and I trust that we will all continue to Create Hope in the World by sustaining the mental health ideals we have all built together. I hope when people from across the District meet that we can check in on this and many of the other past initiatives and tell stories of how themes from previous years have inspired us to do good in the world.I also would like to express my thanks to those who have led our District this past year. It has been a great privilege. I also look forward to visiting each club this coming year and working with a great team of Rotarians drawn from many clubs who have stepped up to help. This selfless act of service to fellow Rotarians is all and only about supporting club projects and member activities for this coming year.
I know that this time of year is ideal for club leaders to review activities from previous years, consider doing (or reviewing) the club’s strategic plan, and setting goals for 24/25 in Rotary Club Central. Creating impact and projects comes from many discussions with community partners and other leaders. Our District Conference is on Saturday, October 25, 2024, and I would like all of us to bring a few of our club partners together for a meaningful conversation on volunteering and opportunities. You are welcome to help out by joining the organizing team.
The theme for 24/25 is The Magic of Rotary. I hope this coming year that each and every one of you will have some amazing – inspirational – magical – personal experiences that are impactful, fulfilling, and fun. We don’t know what the future holds, but I believe – I know – we are an organization that is talented, prepared, and at the ready to help. I look forward to a District 7090 contingent heading to the International Convention in Calgary in June 2025. I feel that every time we get together we really make the best magic: The Best of Friends. Thank you.
- Dave Alexander