Dovercourt Annual Report 2018

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Dovercourt Recreation Association Annual Report 2018
Message from the President:
It is an honour to be a part of Dovercourt and a member of its Board of Directors. I've been in
the community since 1998 and my wife, children and I have all used Dovercourt's services -
two of my family members have even worked for Dovercourt.
I would like to begin with a few thank you's
• First I would like to thank the employees of Dovercourt - they spend a lot of time and
effort going out of their way to make life better or easier for clients, sponsors,
neighbours and board members. So much of what they do is above and beyond
expectations. Dovercourt is well known for all it does across the city and beyond -
that is a reflection of its employees.
• Thank you also to Dovercourt's clients or customers - their loyalty is admirable and
the feedback they provide helps make Dovercourt stronger.
• A big thank you to our many sponsors - we simply would not have what we have
today without our sponsors. When Dovercourt asked for help they responded.
• To our patient, tolerant neighbours through construction, summer camps and more -
thank you!
• To my fellow board members, thank you for your time and expertise. The big reason
I'm president is because I have time but no expertise - I just make the speeches, the
rest of you do the hard work. A special thank you and recognition to Louise Clément,
who is departing the board after 5 years and dedicated service.
The past two years for Dovercourt has been a roller coaster ride - full of highs and lows.
Dovercourt's can-do spirit, positive attitude and focus meant that the lows we experienced in
2017 only provided the motivation and inspiration for a phenomenal 2018. So much was
accomplished with the most visible sign being the construction of the addition. Not only
does Dovercourt make room for everyone, but Dovercourt just made a new room for
everyone. Well done.
Thank you.
Bill Ranson
President, Dovercourt Board of Directors