Tuesday, July 17, 2007

Unhappy with the ACA???

If you are questioning why so many dedicated individuals are leaving ACA, take some action!

Since resigning from the EC last week I've received around 20 supportive e-mails asking what can be done to rectify the developing situation with the ACA Staff and Executive Committee. While I slowly get back to these individuals and clubs below is a list of items for you to consider.

1. Go to an Executive Committee meeting and see what it's like. Ask some hard questions of the committee and staff. Ask a Committee member for more information:

http://www.americancycling.org/info/who/07-ACA-Executive-Committee-and-Staff.pdf

2. Get involved. Join the Executive Committee and try to change things from the inside. If you try this I wish you the best of luck as I was completely unsuccessful after 3 years of unwavering dedication to the cause.

3. Communicate. If your mind is made up that the current Executive Director is no longer the right person for that position, tell your teamates and club leaders. Have them all thank the Executive Director for years of stellar service and encourage her to consider that the organization has outgrown her capabilities and a resignation is in order.

4. Race, it's why we all care about this and it's a great way to show support for the local racing community.

See you on the road.

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