A Message from the District Governor

Dear Rotarians,

March is literacy month- something I am involved with every day as I work with adults who are mastering everything from phonics to algebra.  As a matter of fact, it was the Rotary emphasis on literacy that initially attracted me as a member of Rotary.  It is inspiring that nearly every club in our district has a project that improves or impacts literacy.  Just a few examples of literacy activities are annual dictionary projects such as those done by the clubs of London, Stanford, Kenton County and others; the adoption of a school as by Lexington Sunrise that encourages both the students and the parents;  the Pineville club supporting the local adult literacy program; the Rotary Club of Whitesburg implementing the Imagination Library project with the Hazard club soon to follow; and other clubs helping with test fee scholarships for GED students.  District literacy projects are numerous and widespread.  All these efforts have a positive effect on our district by improving literacy in children and adults, improving the graduation rates, and inspiring people to achieve the one thing that cannot be taken from them-an education.

What are the literacy needs of your community?  Take a look at the graduation rate in your county by accessing the link below: 

http://datacenter.kidscount.org/data/bystate/Rankings.aspx?state=KY&ind=6552

There are many variables involved in calculating the average graduation rate for a county, but it will give you a good idea of how many young people in your community are successful in completing high school.  You might be shocked by the numbers or pleasantly surprised.  For those of us in the literacy field, high school graduation rates are one factor in determining the literacy needs of a community.  To access a county profile for your county and identify the percent of adults at different educational levels, visit the link below and scroll down the page for your county profile: 

http://cpe.ky.gov/info/county/default.htm

By clicking on these links, you will have completed a quick needs assessment for literacy in your community.  A needs assessment will be a required step for accessing Rotary Foundation funds as we move to the new grant model presently known as Future Vision.

Rotary literacy takes center stage in our district during March, too.  Our presidents-elect will head to Nashville for their training on March 21-24.  Also, District Governor Elect Jack McAllister and incoming District Foundation Chair John Adams are conducting training in the new grant model throughout the district.  Be sure your club attends so that it is eligible for foundation funds.

I leave you with a quote from Abraham Lincoln about reading:

“A capacity, and taste, for reading, gives access to whatever has already been discovered by others. It is the key, or one of the keys, to the already solved problems. And not only so. It gives a relish, and facility, for successfully pursuing the [yet] unsolved ones.” 

Peace Through Service

Kathryn Hardman, Governor

Rotary International District 6740

Polio Update

ENDPOLIONOW.ORG

Rotary and partners have set a date of December 31, 2018 as a goal date to have reached certification!

Weekly Update

World Health Organization

Week Ending 27 February 2013

New wild polio cases reported in the past week for 2012: 1

New wild polio cases reported in the past week for 2013: 3

Total number of cases in 2012: 223

Total number of wild cases in 2013: 5

General Polio Headlines – Week Ending 27 Feb. 2013

”In Pakistan on 26 February, a police officer providing security to a polio vaccination team was shot and killed in Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). No vaccinators were harmed . . .”

Endemic Country Headlines—Week Ending 27 Feb. 2013

Afghanistan

One new case. "This is the first WPV case in the country for 2013.”

Nigeria

Two new cases. "These are the first WPV cases in the country for 2013.”

Pakistan

No new cases. Total cases for 2013 is 2. "The security situation continues to be monitored closely, in consultation with law enforcement agencies.”

We have a lot of work, before us, to get to the 2018 Goal. We can accomplish this goal and we will!! So as scripture admonishes, "HANDS TO THE PLOW".

 

John Salyers, DGN

Polio Chair, D6740

Zone Success Seminar - June 8th

Success Seminar Invitation

Rotary Zone 30 Success Seminars 2013

Information and Ideas for a Successful Year

Register by May 27, 2013

Be Prepared for 2013-14! Latest Updates from RI and TRF!

Sharing Ideas! Fundraising & Grants! Public Image & PR!

Membership Growth and Engagement!

June 1:	Florence Kentucky	June 8:	Gardendale, Alabama
	Hilton Cincinnati Airport		Gardendale Civic Center
	7373TurfwayRoad		970 Main Street
	Florence, KY 41042		Gardendale, AL 35071

Registration: 8:00 am - 8:30 am Seminar: 8:30am – 3:30 pm

Please ensure that this Invitation Form and the associated Registration Form are widely distributed so all interested Rotarians can register and attend this worthwhile seminar.

The Purpose of the Seminars is to bring district leaders and interested Rotarians up to date about the latest programs and policies of Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation, and to provide the tools and information needed to hold successful district seminars and lead your district in 2013-14.

Who should attend from each District: DG, DGE, DGN, AGs, District Foundation Chair (and Foundation Committee members), Membership Chair, Public Relations Chair, New Generations Chair, District Trainer and interested Rotarians.

Topics to be covered: RI Strategic Plan, RI Programs, Membership, Building Bigger, Better and Bolder Clubs; Rotary Foundation fundraising, Global and District Grants, Rotary Foundation programs, and Public Image and PR.

Hosted by your Zone 30 Coordinator Team: Regional Rotary Foundation Coordinator, Steve Leonard; Rotary Coordinator, Glen Vanderford and; Rotary Public Image Coordinator, Mac Wall

Registration Fee: $30.00/participant. Cash or check only. Includes materials, lunch and breaks.

Register by May 27 using the attached form and e-mail or fax to: RC Glen Vanderford E-mail: gv6760@bellsouth.net, P: 731-668-9851 F: 731-668-9851

Hotel options:

June 1, Florence, KY, Hilton Cincinnati Airport. 7373 Turfway Road Florence, Kentucky 41042.

A block of rooms has been set aside at the special rate of $89 plus tax. Phone: (859) 371-4400.

Reservation deadline May 16. Higher rates apply after May 16. Online group booking code: rotary.

June 8, Gardendale, AL. Best Western Plus, 842 Thompson Street, Gardendale, AL, 35071.

Mention Rotary to get special rate of $80.10 plus tax. Phone: 205-631-1181.




FOR REGISTRATION FORM AND SURVEY OF TOPICS please email request to cchamp7303@aol.com. The forms and survey cannot be attached or copied to the newsletter. I will work to include them in a different format next month.

RCs Corbin and London Host Successful International Dinner

A great turnout of guests attended the Rotary International Dinner hosted by RCs Corbin and London on February 16^th. Approximately 20 countries were represented and about 400 people attended the dinner. Proceeds from the Dinner will be sent to Polio Plus campaign on behalf of the London and Corbin Rotary Clubs.

 

Garry Conley (former Club President), wife Amy and their granddaughter were proud to say “We are this close…” to eradicating Polio!

 

We had GREAT representation from the Philippines. 

 

District Governor Kathryn Hardman and Club President Linda Gilreath were also promoting “We are this close…”!

 

Mayor Michael Bloomberg donates $100 million to Polio initiative

Bloomberg Donates $100 Million

NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Michael R. Bloomberg today announced a $100 million donation to support polio eradication efforts through Bloomberg Philanthropies. The donation will help fund the Global Polio Eradication Initiative's (GPEI) six year plan to eradicate polio.
Polio is a vaccine-preventable disease that can lead to paralysis or death. Due to tremendous advances in 2012, there are today the fewest number of polio cases in the fewest countries ever, creating a unique opportunity to end the disease forever. In response, the GPEI has developed a long-term strategy to achieve global eradication by 2018. The eradication strategy addresses all aspects of ending polio, including stopping transmission, strengthening routine immunization, addressing challenges such as insecurity and access, and preparing the polio infrastructure to reach children with other health services. Polio partner organizations, donors and endemic countries are actively working to secure the necessary funds to ensure money is not a barrier to the plan's success.
"It's unthinkable that polio still exists in the world when we have the tools and technology to protect children from this preventable, debilitating disease. Now is the time to invest in making polio history. Doing so will protect future generations of children and pave the way for other life-saving interventions to reach the world's most vulnerable populations," said Bloomberg. "We are thrilled to join the Gates Foundation and other partners in the effort to end this disease once and for all."
"We're at a critical juncture in the global effort to end polio. If we're going to achieve a polio-free world, we must act quickly and commit now to providing the resources needed to fund the GPEI plan and to get the job done. Mayor Bloomberg's commitment is a key development in helping to ensure that all children are protected from this and other vaccine-preventable diseases. I look forward to continuing to work with him on this and other critical global health initiatives," said Gates.
The number of polio cases plunged to the lowest level ever in 2012 - less than 225 cases - and the number of countries where polio transmission has never been stopped was reduced to three - Nigeria, Pakistan and Afghanistan. India, long-regarded as the nation facing the greatest challenges to ending polio, was declared polio-free in February 2012. In response, the World Health Assembly declared ending polio a "programmatic global health emergency" and the Presidents of Nigeria, Afghanistan and Pakistan are overseeing the implementation of emergency action plans in their countries. These plans have led to significant advancements in the efforts to reach hard-to-access children with the polio vaccine. Last year, Pakistan reduced cases by two-thirds and Afghanistan by half, but the number of cases in Nigeria doubled.
Mayor Bloomberg's commitment is the result of a deepening collaboration between Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation in the field of global health. Ending polio is one of the Gates Foundation's top priorities. The Gates Foundation has partnered with the Bloomberg Initiative to Reduce Tobacco use, and last year, the two foundations joined with other partners from around the world to fund a groundbreaking global family planning initiative to extend information and services to 120 million women by 2020.
GPEI's Polio Eradication and Endgame Strategic Plan 2013-2018 is spearheaded by WHO, UNICEF, Rotary International and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control in broad consultation with countries, donors, vaccine manufacturers, regulatory agencies and national and international advisory bodies. The Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on immunization in November 2012 followed by the WHO Executive Board in January 2013 endorsed the major objectives of the Plan and its associated milestones. Finalization of the Plan is anticipated in March 2013.

RC Versailles Woodford County - A Night for a Better Tomorrow

Recently RC Versailles Woodford County hosted the inaugural event, A Night for a Better Tomorrow. The net proceeds have been donated to the Woodford County Backpack Project and the Global Polio Eradication Initiative.  Sixty four people attended the event and, as you can see from the pictures, a wonderful time was had by all. Entertainment was provided by the Young at Hearts Band. 

 

Thank you to the sponsors!

Gold: Graviss McDonald's Restaurants

Silver: Community Trust Bank

Contributing: ERA Show Place Realty, The Flower Basket, Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance, Woodford County Agency, and Elite Graphics, LLC

 

 

RC Stanford's 3rd grade Dictionary Project

DG Kathryn visits RC Kenton County

During a recent visit to RC Kenton County with DG Kathryn Hardman, funds were given for tornado relief. The club was also awarded their banner from the 2012 year for second in the district for per capita to the foundation and a certificate for participating in polio plus. The club also inducted two new members. Welcome new Rotarians!

General Information

Please see below for two important deadlines in March. Another newsletter will follow within the week. Please submit any information and photos to Christie Adams, cchamp7303@aol.com. Thank you.

Presidential Citation application deadline is 3/31

Please be reminded that the deadline to apply for the Presidential Citation is March 31st! Please contact your club's Assistant Governor with any questions.

Call for District Governor Nominations - DEADLINE 3/15

Reprint

November 1, 2012

The purpose of this correspondence to make the formal invitation to District 6740 Rotary Clubs to suggest one of its Rotary club members for consideration by the District Nominating Committee for Selection of the Nominee-Designate for the office District Governor for Rotary Program Year 2015-16. The deadline for submission of the suggestion by Governor-Nominee Data form (see below) is March 15, 2013. (updated deadline)

To suggest a member for consideration by the Nominating Committee a club must:

1. Adopt a Resolution of the Rotary Club which suggests one of its eligible members to the District Nominating Committee for consideration to be the committee’s designate nominee. Clubs may nominate only one of its own club members. The Resolution must be made at a regular club meeting and the Club Secretary should witness the adoption of the resolution.

A "suggested” motion by a club member (other than the Rotarian to be suggested): "Madame or Mister President (or other person presiding), I rise at this club meeting to make the motion for a Resolution of the Rotary Club of __name of club___ to suggest the District Nominating Committee to consider our fellow member ____name of member__ for selection as District Governor Nominee Designate for the Rotary Year 2015-16." Then the presiding officer should ask and take a "Second to the Motion” by another club member, and then a vote of the members.

2. The Suggested Member must then complete Pages 1-3 the "Governor-Nominee Data Form” including the photo request and spouse/partner information request. (Note: The form is available digitally and can be completed via word processing which is highly recommended. If you are reading the invitation via e-mail it should be attached. If you are reading hardcopy or if the form is not attached then please e-mail me at mkhardman@aol.com)

3. The Suggested Member must then read and faithfully execute "the Candidate’s Statement” on the top of page 4 of the Governor Nominee Data Form.

4. The Club Secretary then faithfully executes the "Club’s Statement of Candidate’s Qualifications” middle of page 4 of the of the Governor Nominee Data Form. In doing so the club’s secretary certifies the following: 1. The suggested member is a club member in good standing, 2. That the suggested member has been suggested by resolution of the club, 3. That the suggested member meets the Qualification of Membership and the membership information is accurate. (Note: the club secretary does not have to send a copy of a written resolution with the Governor-Nominee Data Form - the execution of the "Club Statement of Candidates Qualification is sufficient.)

5. Send the form to DG Kathryn Hardman via e-mail: mkhardman@aol.com (please call me at (606) 309-4761 to confirm receipt) or USPS: Kathryn Hardman, 90 Bennett Circle, London, KY 40741 (again, please call confirm receipt.)

The forgoing steps are a summary of Rotary International Bylaw 13.020.4.

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Eligibility Requirements for District Governor

To be eligible for the position of District Governor, a Rotarian must:

(1) Be a member in good standing of a functioning Rotary Club in the District;

(2) Have served as President of a Club for a full term, or as President of a charter club from the date of the charter until June 30^th, for a period of at least six months;

(3) Demonstrate the knowledge of and the ability to fulfill the duties outlined in the RI Bylaws, Section 15.090 (a summary is found below); and

(4) Have completed seven years of membership at the time of taking office.

Summary of the District Governor’s Duties

A summary of Governor’s duties includes strengthening existing Rotary Clubs, organizing new Clubs and promoting membership growth, issuing a monthly letter to each Club President and Secretary in the District, supporting the Rotary Foundation in service as a District and RI spokesperson, when appropriate, hold the District Conference and other District meetings, and insure the District nominations and elections are conducted according to the RI Constitution and Bylaws.The Governor is also responsible for visiting all the clubs in the District.

Before taking office on July 1, 2015, the candidate must be willing to participate in the District’s activities, plan for his or her year of service, select a site for the District Conference, set District goals, and conduct District training meetings (including District Training Team Seminar, PETS and the District Assembly). The District Governor Elect must attend Zone GETS training (fall) and the International Assembly (mid January).

Summary of the District 6740 Governor Nomination

Process and "No Campaigning” Guidelines

District 6740 follows RI's "Nomination Committee" format or plan for selecting its District Governor. The clubs "suggest" candidates to the Nomination Committee and the suggestion is accomplished by a completed Governor-Nominee Data Form. All Governor Nominee Data forms are due to the District Governor Kathryn Hardman on March 15, 2013 (updated deadline) .Those persons selected by the clubs shall be interviewed by the Nominating Committee in Lexington, Kentucky and on that date the Nominating Committee will select a single Nominee Designate. The Nominee Designate will then be announced and published by email to all clubs. Those suggested by a club, but not selected by the committee may submit their names within 14 days of the publish date as a "Challenge Candidate” If there are no challenge candidates, the committee’s nominee-designate is presumed to be the district’s selected Nominee for District Governor 2015-16. The formal nomination by election of the District Governor 2014-15 shall be at the District Conference May 17-19, 2013.The District Governor Nominee is then formally elected at the 2014 International Convention and then assumes the role and title of District Governor-Elect taking office as District Governor on July 1, 2015.

Please be aware that Rotary International and the District have guidelines against "lobbying” "canvassing” and "campaigning” for Rotary Offices. Before taking any action beyond suggesting a candidate or completing the Governor-Nominee Data Form, please review the guidelines.

Closing

If you need additional information, do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your time and attention to this invitation. Strong leadership of our District is vital to our success in serving others.

Yours in Rotary Service,

Kathryn Hardman
District Governor
Email: mkhardman@aol.com
HPhone: 606-878-2263
OPhone: 606-878-9134

Editor's Note: Please contact Kathryn for a copy of the form if needed. It would not format properly in this template.