It is pretty common for politicians to ask “Are you better off today than you were a year ago?”  I am not running for reelection but I am pleased to tell you that your Chapter membership is more valuable today than it was a year ago and in that regard there is no question that you are better off. Sure I would like to claim credit for the Chapter’s growth and improvements but the credit belongs to the many members who have taken leadership roles and worked very hard to create value for our entire membership.

The Chapter membership is growing, attendance at meetings has increased, new benefits and services to members include a library of leading industry publications, a job bank service, and a range of educational and program offerings that appeal to all segments of our membership.  The Chapter has prepared a long-range plan to keep us focused on improving member value, our financial footing is sound and we have a Chapter Administrator who does an excellent job of keeping us organized and providing good service to our members.

Let me tell you about some of the people who in this last year have contributed so generously to the success of the Chapter.

We all have much to be thankful for this year, especially that we don’t live in the DC area.  The IREM Chapter has decided to give something back and we are asking everyone attending the November lunch to make a contribution to the IREM Foundation, which will be matched up to $250 (total) by the chapter, and another $250 by a private party. Therefore, if you give $5, a total of $15 goes to the Foundation. Give $20 and 60 goes to the Foundation. It’s like getting triple airline miles!

Please bring your checkbook and make a difference to your industry. Besides awarding scholarships, the Foundation underwrites research into property management issues. See
http://www.irem.org/i02_about/html/foundtn.html for more information on this worthwhile organization.

Steve Jankowski nearly single handedly underwrote the Chapter’s educational program by enrolling numerous employees in the IREM classes and then encouraging and supporting them to earn one or more designation. Robin Stinson worked tirelessly producing the Chapter’s educational courses and earned outstanding reviews from the students. Scott Pollock produced another outstanding charity golf tournament and also spent considerable time and effort working with new members. Jay Schoonover grew the ARM membership to an all-time high and produced a 2 ARM sponsored functions, a Chapter first.

Jane Bullock, camera always in hand, took pictures and produced the Chapter newsletter and took the lead in creating the newsletter’s new and improved look. Lou Nimkoff, while also serving as the Regional VP, filled in wherever needed and among other things made sure we had plenty of IREM60.org coffee cups and was also the driving force behind the Chapter library. Mez Birdie saw to it that the Chapter met its Income and Expense submittal goals and as always, filled several other needs. Pedro Vermales assisted Robin with the educational program and also earned outstanding reviews from students. Chuck Mitchell kept us all well informed of the antics and activities of the State Legislature.

Teresa Clark generously provided at no charge, classroom facilities for all of our courses. Caroline Cassity, Sue Harker and Steve Buck made outstanding presentations at our successful Industry Forecast Forum. David Pierce granted the Chapter a formal role in the Commercial Real Estate Society (CFCRES). Our Chapter Administrator, Meridythe Kanaga did a great job running the business of the Chapter and willingly took on additional responsibilities whenever needed. Steve Patterson graciously hosted a membership tour of the Waverly. Doug Chasick gave us a fun and informative Apartment Doctor presentation.

These are just some of the people who stepped up and contributed to the Chapter’s success. There are plenty of others and although I did not mention them all by name your support is sincerely appreciated and I thank you for your efforts. Because of all of you, it has been a fun year for me and I thank you so very much for allowing me to serve as your President.

Mike McConnell, CPM
mmcconnellfl@earthlink.net
407.963.3231

Time is running out to make your reservations for the Annual IREM Chapter 60 Installation of Officers and Entertainment meeting to be held on Tuesday, November 12th. Reservations must be made by Friday, November 8th by 5 p.m. No cancellations or reservations will be taken after that date and no additional seating will be available the day of the luncheon.

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DETAILS:
Chapter #60
Monthly Luncheon Membership Meeting
Tuesday, November 12, 2002

INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS & ANNUAL ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAM

The November 12th meeting for Central Florida Chapter of IREM will include the installation of our new 2003 officers, Robin Stinson, CPM, President, Steven Jankowski, CPM, President Elect, and Caroline Cassity, CPM, Secretary/Treasurer, Presentations of Designations, Awards and Special Recognitions. Our annual yearend entertainment will feature a comedy duo team of Stella & Stanley Stankowski. We think you will enjoy a program filled with fun and laughter. You won’t want to miss this one!! Luncheon is free for member spouses with advance reservations.

Please note the location for this meeting:
CITRUS CLUB
255 S. Orange Ave.,18th Floor, Orlando
Complimentary inside parking included in Luncheon Price

11:30 AM Registration
12:00 to 1:30 PM Lunch & Program

Advanced Reservations MUST Be Made by November 8th. No cancellations or reservations accepted after this date. Luncheon seating for reservations only!
$25.00 with Reservations
$30.00 if Billed

Pay at the door; we now accept MC and Visa.

On October 17th the ARM committee sponsored a tour of the Echelon Uptown.  The Uptown is Orlando's newest urban style community.  We were pleased to have thirty guests spend the evening touring and networking for this event. Doug Chasick, CPM, the Apartment Doctor, gave a short talk on Customer Service or the lack thereof. Doug's humor and wit was truely enjoyable and enlighting.

A big thanks to staff of the Echelon at Uptown and Doug Chasick for making this an enjoyable social for everyone there.

Jay Schoonover, ARM Coordinator

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October 3, 2002

• Steve Jankowski reported that the Chapter continues to operate within its budget. He further reported that 13 members would be dropped from the membership roll by year-end for non-payment of dues. Most of these individuals have left the property management business.

• Robin Stinson reported IREM HQ has approved the Chapter’s 2003 Course schedule. Discussions are underway with the Florida Association of Realtors (FAR) to use their classroom facilities for all Chapter courses. The Regionally sponsored courses will all be held in Orlando at the FAR building.

• Scott Pollock announced Teresa Clark has fulfilled her CPM candidacy requirements, Angela Phillips has been approved for her CPM designation and will receive her certificate and pin at the November meeting and Nancy Goldenberg has been approved as a Candidate.

• Jay Schoonover reported Margarita Archilla and Karina Santos have been approved as ARM applicants and Brandie Erisman. He also announced that a fast track ARM course for individuals with the CAM designation would be offered in February 2003 in conjunction with the RES201 class.

• An ARM sponsored tour of Echelon’s new downtown community will be held on October 17. Doug Chasick, the Apartment Doctor, will be the featured speaker.

• Special Comedy entertainment will be the program for the November meeting. The annual Industry Forecast Forum will be held in January and discussions are underway to rename this event.

• Jane Bullock discussed the proposed newsletter improvements and a consensus was reached on a design. Since the newsletter is in transition to the new format it was decided to cancel the October newsletter and roll out the new and improved newsletter in November.

• Council Members agreed to mentor CPM candidates and a management plan library was established.

• The board held a work session to plan the Chapter’s 2003 budget. It is anticipated that there will be no increase in annual dues.

• Membership numbers as of September 30, 2002:

Published by IREM Chapter 60 Newsletter Committee, Jane Bullock, CPM, Chairperson

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