President's Corner

First I would like to thank Bill and Bonita Hamilton for their Years of service and hard work. Without their dedicated service this club would not be here today. We also hope Bill makes a complete and full recovery from his neck surgery. Remember we are all one big family, so if you guys need anything please let us know.

Next as you all know, as of January 1st, 2002, Bill and Bonita stepped down as Vice President/Computer Guy and Secretary/Treasuer. So we now have some changes in the board. Carl Ross has been named the new Vice President and Mason McCombs has stepped up to take care of the computer and most of the secretary job.

One of the items on our Wish List came true this month. We have purchased a almost new Kubota Diesel Tractor with Bucket Loader and Box Blade. (*editor's note - I'll list some specifics later on) This new purchase was made possible by the financial support of Fletcher Grosz. With this Tractor we won't have to kill the few members who work on the track.

We all have to remember to keep your area clean and make sure if you see anybody abusing the track OR race site let us know right away. The club phone is now in the drivers stand - 352-369-1895 - so you can call if you need something.

It's awesome that we have signed up 7 new members in the last 3 weeks. Everyday we go out to see all new faces and its great to see the old ones too. (*editor's note - the cat cannot fly without an umbrella) Remember to tip the Gals as they work very hard for this club every week.

Please remember we have club rules. Practice is 530pm to 10pm Wednesday and Friday evenings. Racing Saturdays while Sunday is from sun up to sun down. Starting March 2nd we will be racing in the evenings. Registration at 5pm, Racing at 6! We have been having problems with a few people who don't respect the track and if you are found to be abusing the track rules you will be removed from the private property. Also if you own a private pit area it is your responsibility to KEEP IT CLEAN and looking good. (*editor's note - No tulips please :-D ) People who don't own a private pit need to get permission to use these pit spaces.

Until further notice we will be having monthly board meetings instead of club meetings. We will keep you informed of any changes. We all took Bill and Bonita for granted as there is a lot of work to keep this club going strong. A big thanks to Mason for stepping up and running the computer and trying to race. (*editor's note - trying? okay maybe I've been too easy on you. I'll pick it up a notch in awhile..)