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Chuck Hanson

Serving Western Wisconsin & Southeast Minnesota

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District Leadership Training Seminar (DTTS)  - Registration Open
February 4, 2012
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Wisconsin Dells, WI
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From District Governor Chuck Hanson
January 2012

Dear Rotarians,

The first of January was set as New Year’s Day for the first time in 46 B.C.E. by the Roman Emperor, Julius Caesar.  The month of January derives its name from the Roman god, Janus, the god of doors and gates.  This Roman god was depicted with two faces, one looking forward and the other looking back.  Caesar felt that the month named after this god would be the appropriate “door” to the new year.  Of course, the notion of recognizing a time in every year as a period of reflection and renewal is found in cultures throughout the world.

Along with Rotarians everywhere, I have renewed my resolve to make the life of another human being better in the coming year.  Rotary will help make this possible through the active involvement of our clubs in improving our communities and the wonderful world-wide work of The Rotary Foundation, making possible clean water, sanitation, literacy, maternal health, and the eradication of polio.

January 1st marks the half-way point in our Rotary year.  It is a time to reflect and appreciate on the good work that has been accomplished and a time to resolve to meet the important goals that we have set together for our District.  I am very encouraged by what I have seen in our District this year.  Our Ethics Initiative is well under way, most clubs are now on Facebook, membership is increasing, and Rotarians are responding to the call that every Rotarian should give at least something to the Annual Programs Fund of The Rotary Foundation.  I urge every club board to review the requirements of the Presidential Citation and Changemaker Award to see what has been accomplished and what yet needs to be done to qualify your club.  I would like every club in this District to be recognized for the good work that it is doing to make the world a better place. 

 
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On June 8-9, 2012, we will celebrate what’s right with the world at our District Conference which will be held in La Crosse.  I am asking you to include in your list of resolutions for 2012 your attendance at our District Conference, especially if you’ve never attended a District Conference.  I know there will be excellent speakers who will inspire you, great information about programs and activities around our District that you can use in your own club, and an opportunity to make new friends from around our District.  We are going to have a lot of fun and I hope that you will be here.

As we begin the new year, think of the symbol of this Roman god, Janus, with his two faces.  Look back with gratitude for the love of family and friends and the good work you accomplished.  Look forward to this second half of your Rotary year with worthy goals to accomplish and the opportunity to make the world a better place.  Happy New Year!
 

All the best.

        Chuck Hanson
        District Governor 2011-2012
        Rotary District 6250