President’s Message: I trust you enjoyed the information provided last week by Howard re our International attempt to progress our efforts to obtain Grant Monies re the re-opening of the Kitende Preschool.  Further work on the project was done by both Howard and Terry in his position of Assistant DG, and we are now awaiting further advice and information from District. Also the information from Dan in regard to the Board agreeing to progress Dan’s suggestion re proving a form of collection of recently used magazines etc, and then distributing them after sorting, to various retirement homes, doctors surgeries etc so that persons who may be unable to afford them in newsagents can then read before they become outdated and then be ready for recycling. Personally I think this is an excellent Community exercise, and well worth further study to bring it to reality.

International Service: Howard Hinde gave an update on the proposed reopening of the former Pre School for Maasai children in Kitende, Northern Tanzania. The Rotary Club of Usa River has been contacted and are willing to work as a partner although they are some distance from the school. A plan and budget have been prepared which covers the start up and operation of the pre school for the first two years.  Supervision of the project would be through the Future Warriors Foundation. Total cost of the project would be $12300, which includes renovation of the school catering for 40 students with 6 full time staff. Sponsors would be sought for students costing $312 per year.