Secretary ~ Debra Townsend

Hello Everyone,

Well, it’s been 6 months since I have been the ABATE Secretary. I feel I have settled in

well. However, there is still much to learn. Thank you all for your assistance and

patients.

The Cash raffle has happened, congratulations to the winners. Planning for the next

raffle has already begun. If you have any ideas for a raffle, please let me know.

As we get closer to the end of the year many things are happening. Your Board of

Directors is working on bylaw updates, going over nominations for next year’s Board

and the budget. All will be presented at the Seminar, January 22-24 th .

As President Gary stated, get out there and VOTE. This midterm election is more

important than before to keep ABATE’s interests on the front burner.

Although “Riding Season” is technically over, don’t forget to get out there, represent

ABATE, plan some events, visit other Regions and get some new members.

Happy Halloween and hope you all have a very good Thanksgiving!

Debbie