The Board modified Rotary's calendar of special observances to designate specific months highlighting the Areas of Focus. The new special observance months are:
• September: Basic Education and Literacy
• October: Economic and Community Development
• December: Disease Prevention and Treatment
• January: Vocational Service
• February: Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution
• March: Water and Sanitation
• April: Maternal and Child Health
• May: Youth Services
The R.I Board approved a change in the "additional per capita dues," as provided for in the RI Bylaws, to pay for the projected expenses of the Council on Legislation from $1.00 to $1.50, effective 1 July 2015.
