Friends, New York State Chapter Presidents, National BOD Officers and
ACF friends,

My letter have been scarce of late namely because of my confusion as to
whether State ACF Coordinators/Reps were in or out of favor. Seems,
somehow we're not as dead as we believed we were!

There are many of us somehow discontent with some of the stuff going on
with in the ACF. Much of what we're hearing is here-say, some of it is
misunderstood, some of it is conjecture on our part, then again, most of
the rumors and negative is due to ignorance; plain and simple.

For those of us who will attending the ACF North Eastern Regional
Conference in Pittsburgh in a couple weeks, I ask you all to make time
and attend our NE Regional VP round Table/Town meeting on Friday
morning. Meant for those ACF citizens from the North East, Mark will
address any and all questions and concerns we bring to his attention.
Just like elections' if you don't vote, be quiet and don't for heaven's
sake complain. You can either be a builder, a person who offers
solutions and in voicing your opinion in a gentle way, we can move
forward.

Believe it or not, this year is the beginning of the next national
election. We must all listen and look intensely at the programs and
agendas of those we know will seek office and at those who will sneak in
the back door at the eleventh hour. Collectively we need to look for
the benefit of the entire ACF, not just one region or one program or
even one person. This is and will always be an important issue for all
of to study now and every four years.

Come to the conference,, share, contribute ideas and help rebuild this
Federation to it's former standing.

Mark Wright is willing to listen, you must be man or woman enough to
state your grievance and listen to the truth and facts.

In the mean time, enjoy our deep freeze here in the East and we'll see
you in Pittsburg very soon.

Chef Don in Rochester