Dear Members,
As with so many events and
occasions in my life, had someone predicted my position as
SCECA’s President twenty-eight years ago, I wouldn’t have
believed it. Nor can I believe how quickly my first year in
office has passed. Having walked in these shoes for a year
gives me new-found appreciation for those who have preceded me.
The tasks required give new meaning to the term multi-tasking.
Most of all, it makes me appreciate and understand the
importance of fellow Board and Officers, and those who chair the
various committees.
To borrow a term from LIPA,
these people are my “trade allies” in your Association.
Despite the fact that the President wears many hats, he cannot
carry the ball alone. He must pick it up when dropped, stop the
buck, own the ultimate responsibility, but only with the help,
support and dedication of others can a job be performed
successfully.
We’ve accomplished many
“jobs” this year:
Social events, such as the
picnic and holiday party, even the “chow and chat” at the
General Meetings help support comradery among members. We hope
the Splish Splash outing will add to the inclusion of your
family’s endorsement of SCECA.
The Roundtable Forum, held
in conjunction with the County, which included Department of
State chiefs, building department leaders, fire marshals,
inspection agencies and professionals of our industry, was a
huge success.
We were literally moving
tables and chairs at the Dye Center, to accommodate attendees
for our Codes Seminar.
General Meeting attendance,
(and SCECA membership), have increased; our programs are timely
and pertinent; members’ questions are apropos, and professionals
are there to provide answers or research them.
The Trade Show was a huge
success, attracting many participants and attendees.
More of “J.Q. public” is
aware of SCECA, through our public relations campaign.
Our website continues to be
improved and viable, so much so, that we’ve received compliments
from electrical associations as far away as Buffalo.
This year will be a tough
act to follow, but together, we’ll try to make 2005-06 even
better. Thank you for your support and endorsement.
Very truly yours,
Joseph J. Mikulas
Pres.,
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