Balita · Issue No. 3880
Guest of honor and speaker: Hon. Benjamin “Benhur” C. Abalos Jr., Chairman, Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA)
Meeting report with Bishop Pablo Virgilio David, a profile of MMDA Chairman Benhur Abalos, the opening of nominations for the RY 2022-2023 Board, new Executive Assistant Jeff Lord, and an interview with STAR Rtn. Teng Catalan.

Hon. Benjamin C. Abalos Jr.
Let the Czar of the Metropolis show Asia's First Rotary Club the kind of mettle he is made of as the “Tiger City” Molder of Mandaluyong in outlining the overall community development strategies which are, coincidentally, aligned with Rotary's Seven Areas of Focus.
President’s Corner
President Chito Zaldarriaga reflects on the meeting with Bishop David, the Four Way Test in choosing leaders in the 2022 elections, and two tasks for members.

The Week That Was
His Excellency Most Rev. Pablo Virgilio S. David, D.D., Bishop of Kalookan, spoke at the weekly Zoom meeting, which also opened the nomination of candidates for the RY 2022-2023 Board.
From the Programs Committee
The Programs Committee Chairman invites members to hear MMDA Chairman Benhur Abalos on community development strategies aligned with four of Rotary's Areas of Focus, 12:30 PM, August 12.

Jeff Lord is New Executive Assistant of the Rotary Club of Manila
Joselito “Jeff” Lustre Lord became the club's Executive Assistant effective August 4, 2021, replacing Ms. Remedios Constancia “Maricon” Bigcas.

Membership Committee of the Rotary Club of Manila Holds Meeting
The Membership Committee met via Zoom on August 6, 2021 to consider new membership proposals submitted to the Board.
Guidelines for the Election of the Board of Directors for RY 2022-2023
The Election Committee sets the quorum, eligibility rules and September 9, 2021 election date for the Board of Directors for RY 2022-2023.
Members of the Election Committee for RY 2021-2022 and Nominees for the Board of Directors for RY 2022-2023
Election Committee Chairman IPP Bobby Joseph introduced the committee members and opened the nomination of candidates for the Board of Directors for Rotary Year 2022-2023.

The Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of Manila for RY 2021-2022 Holds Second Regular Meeting
The Board held its Second Regular Meeting via Zoom on August 10, 2021.
Appeal for Paul Harris Fellows
The Rotary Foundation Chairman says members can become Paul Harris Fellows with an initial US$ 500.00 contribution through shared donor points.
Calling for Proposals for Global Grants for RY 2021-2022
The Rotary Foundation Committee announces a call for Global Grant Proposals for Rotary Year 2021-2022.

Dir. Albert Alday Attends Public Image Webinar of Rotary District 3810
Dir. Albert Alday attended the Rotary District 3810 Public Image Webinar via Zoom on August 7, 2021.

DDCC/PP Jackie Rodriguez and Dir. Albert Alday Attend the Online Membership Exposition of the ABC’s of Rotary of the Rotary Club of Tagaytay City
The two Manila Rotarians attended the Online Membership Exposition of the Rotary Club of Tagaytay City via Zoom on August 7, 2021.

President Chito Zaldarriaga Attends Area Meeting of Rotary District 3810
President Chito Zaldarriaga attended the Rotary District 3810 Area Meeting via Zoom on August 9, 2021.

STAR Rtn. Rodillo “Teng” Catalan: Destined to be a Diplomat
An accidental diplomat or destined to be one? One thing’s for sure – STAR Rtn. Rodillo “Teng” Catalan was meant to be in an international stage.

DDCC/PP Jackie Rodriguez is Inspirational Speaker and Recipient of Certificate of Recognition at the Membership Exposition and Orientation on the ABCs of Rotary of the Rotary Club of Tagaytay City
DDCC/PP Jackie Rodriguez spoke and received a Certificate of Recognition at the Rotary Club of Tagaytay City's Membership Exposition on August 7, 2021.

President Chito Zaldarriaga Receives Certificate of Recognition from Rotary District 3810 for Membership Recruitment
The president was recognized for successfully recruiting a new member following district guidelines, at the Area Meeting held August 9, 2021.

My Health H.E.R.O.
Straight from the Horse's Mouth profiles Dr. Anthony Cueto Leachon, a physician-leader and health reform advocate.

Manila Rotarians Attend First Friday Mass for the Month of August
Manila Rotarians joined the First Friday Mass celebrated by Rev. Fr. Larry Tan via Zoom on August 6, 2021.
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