Presidential vision for 2008-2009

(Tenure July 1, 2008 to June 31, 2009)

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1. Plan and achieve goals that continue the legacy of an Effective Rotary Club:

• Sustain or increase club’s membership base
• Implement successful projects that address the needs of the community and communities in other countries
• Support the Rotary Foundation through both program participation & financial contributions
• Develop leaders capable of serving in Rotary beyond the club level

2. Direct and inspire a team of Board Members & Committee Members who:

• Focus on the Waikiki community first
• Exceed the minimum goals recommended on the District 5000 Governor citation and the Rotary International President citation
• Develop members through social and leadership opportunities which exemplify the mission and objectives of Rotary International
• Improve club operational infrastructures to insure long-term club sustainability

3. Develop an Annual Calendar for meetings, activities, and event venues that:

• Develop acquaintance as an opportunity for service
• Emphasize high ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations; and the dignifying of each Rotarians occupation as an opportunity to serve society
• Apply the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
• Advance international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world of fellowship of business & professional persons united in the ideal of service.

4. On the last day of Presidency, look back on a successful year of milestones that were aimed for and achieved

2008-2009 Definition of Success

(as defined by the 2008-2009 Board of Directors)

To achieve this vision, the expectations of Rotary Club of Waikiki Rotarians are:

• Pay bi-annual club membership dues on time (July 1st and Jan 1st)
• Sell or purchase a minimum of 2 tickets ($100/ea) for the Waikiki International FoodFest
• Make a Gift to the Rotary Foundation by February 1st, 2009
• Attend 50% or more of weekly Waikiki Club meetings and aim for 90% attendance including make-up meetings
• Participate in service events and club social events per year
• Actively serve in a leadership role on a current club standing committee
• Identify and propose new members