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The official publication of the Rotary Club of Manila

Balita · Issue No. 3880

Thursday, 12 August 2021

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.

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Guest speaker

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 message
President's message

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.

Weekly meeting

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.

Club administration
Club administration

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.

Club administration

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.

Club news

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.

Club administration
Club administration

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.

Club administration
Club administration

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.

Club news

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.

Foundation
Foundation

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.

Foundation
Foundation

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.

District

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.

District

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.

District

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.

In Focus

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.

In the news

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.

Awards

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.

Editorial

My Health H.E.R.O.

Straight from the Horse's Mouth profiles Dr. Anthony Cueto Leachon, a physician-leader and health reform advocate.

Club news

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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