District XI Report - 2008/04
Winter weather and flying
As I write this, there is no doubt that winter has hit the Pacific Northwest. Passes were closed for extended periods and there were not many reports of flying activities. Now, I know there are a few groups of crazies — excuse me, all-weather fliers — so why not send me some reports of your activities?
Second Model Expo
I was set to leave here yesterday for the Second Model Expo in Monroe, Washington. After spending the day checking pass reports, it was obvious that the trip would not be possible. In central Washington, roads were drifting shut as fast as they were cleared.
For those of you who didn’t make the Expo last year, it was a great event considering it was in a new location, under new management, and had some other obstacles. This year a much bigger building was available and more vendors were expected. The weather on that side of the state looked good and I am sure there was a good turnout. I talked to several Canadians who went last year and they were bringing friends with them for this year’s event.
Mike Mosbrooker, Associate Vice President, sent me some pictures of the show.
Sending photos and media
I received a disk from one of the clubs with photos of a recent event. The lightweight paper envelope was torn and the disk was damaged to the point that half of the laminated label was torn and it was broken in three places. This is a great way to send information and pictures, but be sure you send them in some sort of protection.
Recommended protection:
- A jewel case is ideal.
- At minimum, use a medium-weight manila envelope or some other form of protection.
Voter turnout
I was shocked by the extremely poor voter turnout during our last election. As it was a presidential election, I would have expected a much larger turnout. How many of you noted the total number of votes cast?
Each election in the past few years has had poor turnout, but this last one may have set a record.
I’m looking for some help! I have been tasked with trying to find a solution to this problem and have a few ideas. What I would like is to have your input. Please take a minute to give me your thoughts on this. Don’t pull any punches; tell me what you think and what might be done to improve this low voter turnout.
I’m always bragging on you all (that’s Southern talk) here in our district. We have very few problems compared to some others and for the most part our clubs work together. Let’s put our heads together and see if we can generate some constructive ideas. Be sure to respond because if I don’t get some good input I will appoint a committee and the chairman will be someone who did not respond to this.
Until next time.
Bruce.
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