Minutes of the General Meeting of the Probus Club of Nanoose Bay
St. Mary’s Church Hall
9:15 am on March 17, 2017
Welcome: Prior to the AGM portions of this meeting, Anne Larson welcomed all members.
Members with Guests: Bill Evans introduced his guest, Selinda Krayenhoff, who is the rector of St. Mary’s Church. Vera Moore introduced her guest Cheryl Jansen, who has applied for membership.
Announcements: Thanks to Bob and Melba Nelson for setup and door duties, and thanks as well to the Catering Crew today: Linda & John Tosney, and Jane & Spish Legowski.
Happy Birthday to all March celebrants as well.
The General Meeting of March 17, 2017 continued with regular business.
Chair: Ron Windrim, new President for 2017 – 2018, assumed the Chair.
Minutes: Judie Taylor moved the Minutes of the General Meeting held Feb. 18, 2017 be approved as circulated on the website. Jean Candey seconded. Carried.
Treasurer: Carolyn Dodd reported as of March 16, 2017, funds available at the CCCU are:
High Interest Account $3,680.91
Chequing Account $4,053.52
Social Convenor: Ann Lawson provided an update for the next two events:
• Saturday, Mar. 25 @ 1 pm.: Mural tour in Coombs at the French Creek Community School Gym to view David Goatley’s 16 foot by 56 foot mural to be mounted on the side of the Village Theatre in Qualicum Beach. Coffee after tour.
• Mon. May 1-Thurs. May 4: Three-night excursion to the Sunshine Coast, spending one night in Powell River and two nights around Halfmoon Bay. Sign-up form on the website, and side table.
Please check Website for current information details as well as Sign-up form.
Ann will now be stepping down from coordinating social activities, but is more than willing to assist a new volunteer(s) with the transition. Many thanks, Ann, for all your organizing skills!
Sunshine: Jacqui Townsend reported that 5 cards have been sent this month. Jacqui has also been reorganizing the Badge Box to accommodate New Members badges. Please check the number on the back of your badge to ensure you return it to the proper location.
Special Interest Groups: Ron Windrim asked SIG leaders for info on meetings and activities. Please refer to the website for current information and possible changes.
Bev Watson made a plea to the membership to continue to support the Chemainus Theatre group outings. We need a certain number of attendees in order to maintain the lower group prices. The schedule of this year’s productions is posted on our website.
Communications: Ron welcomed Ann Lawson as the new Communication Chair. Ann is already fully involved in many of the website tasks.
Membership: Lyn King is our new Membership Chair. She reported that our membership is full at 180, with several approved applicants on the waiting list to become members. Lyn presented Ron and Andrea Commander with their badges, and welcomed them as new members of our Club.
Guest Speaker: Mike Durnin introduced our guest speaker, Dom Lassonde, Canadian Military Pilot, whose topic was “Chapter 1 Flying: Chapter 2 Illness and Uncertainty. As a young boy, Dom wanted nothing more than to fly airplanes, and set his goal to join the military. His first attempt was rejected because he needed to complete several high school subjects; he accomplished that in record time, and was accepted. His determination saw him through many months of intense training, including Formation Flying at the Nato Flight Training Centre Headquarters in Moosejaw. He flew Arctic patrols based in Yellowknife and in Comox in a search and rescue role. Unfortunately, in 2013 Dom was finally diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis after more than 2 years of constant pain, and was no longer able to fly with the military. During a period of remission, Dom took a 6-week simulator course in order to regain his license for commercial flying, and flew briefly with Westjet. But he was in and out of remission, and is now on long term disability. RA has no cause and no cure, and Dom wants to help raise awareness of research into this disease.
Mike thanked Dom for his impassioned and humerous presentation.
Pub Lunch: Today’s lunch is at the Black Bear Pub in Nanaimo.
Attendance Today: 80 Members 2 Guests 1 Speaker
Next Management Meeting: 10:00 am, Thurs. April 6, 2017 at Anne Larson’s home.
Final Announcements: Judy Miller spoke of “100+ Women Who Care-Oceanside”, a charitable organization for the community. If interested in joining, contact Judy Miller directly.
Jacqui Townsend mentioned an Elder College talk at Nanoose Place on Sat. March 18, on the topic of “How to Leave A Legacy.”
Reminder: Please return your badges to the box on your way out.
Adjourn: Vera Moore moved to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 11:35 am.
