As we start 2009 I not only find myself on the PCASDR board but behind the wheel of our club.  I’m really looking forward to 2009 and the fun and challenges awaiting myself and the 2009 board.  I feel confident in my role knowing I have such a great group of board members to support me.  We have Curt Yaws as a very capable Vice President.  Kim Crosser will continue as Treasure where he did such a great job in 2008.  Rikki Schroeder will take on the role of Secretary where I know she’ll do a great job.  Jennifer Reinhardt, Chuck Sharp and Neil Heimburge will server as Directors and help keep us on an even keel.   The 2009 Board will strive to maintain both the number and quality of events we have all become accustomed to attending.  2009 will also bring with it the uncertain economic times we are all aware of.  The board will keep the economic situation in mind when dealing with club monies.  We start the year in a financially sound position and will strive to maintain our financial soundness while providing events for our membership to participate in and enjoy.

What really makes this club special are the volunteers that make all of our events possible.  As we go into 2009 we still have opportunities for members to step up and volunteer in chair and/or co chair a position.  By now you should have either received an email or read on the forum what positions are available for you to jump into and make your own.  We have openings that require varying amounts of your time.  Help support the club and events you are interested in by volunteering your time to make an event happen or even to make an event better.  For those who may have made comments over the last year or two on how things could be better, here’s your chance to make that happen.

Hold on tight as we head into 2009 with optimism in these uncertain times.  I look forward to seeing you at an up coming SDR event.