2009-04-29 - Changes to the Board of the Community Association - Effective May 1, 2009

Hello Everybody! It is with some sadness that I am writing today to tell you of a number of changes to the Board of the Community Association. Paul Hobkirk, who over the last year has contributed so much to the community, not the least of which was the design of our new website, has moved to another part of the city. Grace Dimion, who two years ago joined the Association at a time when its survival was in doubt, has also had to leave the Board due to new professional commitments. Finally, at the end of this month, I too will be resigning as President in order to address a number of professional and personal commitments that are now making it impossible for me to continue to fulfill my responsibilities to the community. I also hope to focus whatever time I have for volunteer activities towards addressing challenges associated with the private roads. I've known for some months that I would have to leave but I wanted first to make sure that a succession plan was in place and that the timing was right before announcing anything. Subsequently the transition will be smooth and seamless - effective May 1, the new board will be: President: Liz Allan Vice President: Merriel Petry Treasurer and Community Coordinator: Laurie Lyons Secretary: Klaus Kollenburg Please join me in welcoming this new board and assist them however you can - their capabilities and commitment are top-notch and we are very lucky to have them. Nevertheless, while a small board can do a great deal, it is undeniable that the more people there are on the Board the more effective and sustainable it will be. If you like having this discussion board, if you like the garage sale, the family fun and play day, the ice rink, or the spring clean-up, or even if you just want to meet people, please consider joining the Board or volunteering to assist in other ways. It and the Association are a vital part of our community's infrastructure - without it, a lot of things we today can take for granted simply would not happen or would be much more difficult to organize. Well, that's about it. Before I go, I wish to extend a deep and heartfelt thanks to both Grace and Paul for all their efforts - Central Park is truly better for their commitment and hard work. Best wishes to you all and I look forward to the community’s future activities and endeavours. Sincerely, Stuart Sykes President Ottawa's Central Park Community Association