I want to take this time to thank all the clubs Upstate, Downstate, Kiwanis Internatioal,and across the U.S., for the disaster relief efforts from Hurricane Sandy.
Special thanks to the Key Clubs, Circle Clubs putting together the disaster kits at the K-Family weekend. Distinguished Past Gov. Mike Malark spearheaded the efforts.
Mike also has been sending trucks to stricken areas. I will be putting a full disaster relief team together 2013-14. The team will consist of volunteers from Upstate and Downstate, with Malark as the team leader. I will be looking for volunteers.
This disaster was another hurdle that we came together as a Kiwanis Family and made an impact to those in need. That is why we are Kiwanians.
"NOTHING STANDS IN OUR WAY TO HELP THOSE IN NEED" I'm so proud that I have made a commitment to lead this great District.
I have completed my Governor training at Kiwanis International. It was educational, interesting and fun. Now it's time to start to build the team for next year.
If you are interested to be part of the team, please contact me via e-mail at JOA9014@NYP.ORG or by mail to 69-16-68TH Place Glendale, NY 11385. You can also contact Distinguished Past Gov. David Rothman or Distinguished Past Gov. Joseph Joe Corace. I encourage whoever is interested, has the time, the commitment and the enthusiasm to be part of the team.
I'm looking forward to hearing from you.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A LEADER "
I'm looking forward to meeting the lieutenant governors for 2013-14. The lieutenant governors-elect should start to have a Dream, Vision, and Mission.
You should be asking yourself, How am I going to impact the division? You, as a lieutenant governor must be energetic, a motivator, be positive and have fun. As lieutenant governors you can't accept any negativity and always remain positive. So let's get inspired to be motivators and believe in yourself and your dream.
In 2013-14, we will make a difference in the district. Kiwanis is in our hearts.
Keep the first week of May 2013 open for training.
Column Posted on Web Site January 22, 2013
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