District Assembly sets participation records and honors local Rotarians

The 2009 District 6110 Assembly in Rogers set a new record with over 300 members registered for the May 2, 2009 training sessions in Rogers. The annual district assembly provides training for incoming club officers and committee chairs. The goal is to explain new programs and update club officials on any changes in existing procedures.

This year District 6110 introduced an online member-oriented application intended to increase communications and improve services for individual club members. When fully implemented, upwardly mobile Rotarians can easily update their own contact information, check the club's calendar, and even register for special conferences and events with a few clicks of their computer. Working committees and their committee chairs can quickly share information about community service projects. Communications between clubs, districts and Rotary International are likewise enhanced.

Two Van Buren Rotarians were recognized at the event. Fines Bachelor, was honored as a 50-year member of Rotary. Fines joined the Van Buren Rotary Club in 1952. Eck Rowland was also recognized during the luncheon introductions, as an outstanding Rotarian (and former Arkansas Razorback football veteran) who serves as a role model for his friendliness and willing service.

Also attending the District Assembly training were Shirley Williams, President-Elect; Clarke Moore, President-Elect nominee; Harry Tommy, incoming Secretary, and B. R. Black, outgoing secretary.