Rotary is about Membership. For Rotary to do its work in our communities, we need new members to grow AND we need to retain those already. Seminars were hosted in our district to share ideas about membership. Our own Don Hudson, a newer member, was on a panel to discuss what attracted him to Rotary and what changes are recommended. A wealth of information is on our District website including our recent KSBY story on honoring Rotarian Bob Ransom.

Best practices include involving newer members while listening to those with experience. Community projects are a big reason people are attracted to Rotary.  Welcome new members to participate socially. Invite others you like to have FUN with to participate in Rotary projects.

Don Doubledee has assembled handbags for new members filled with items from our members business. Rotarians are not only good for the community, they're good for business! So network and have FUN!

President Mike Pond's goal for his year is a net gain of ten. We've added some and lost some. Let's make it happen by making our current members feel appreciated while introducing Rotary to community minded leaders. Together we will grow and have FUN, of course!