HPOCA election is coming up soon. It might be good to get some discussion going. I am one of three candidates for the position of President, I hope the other candidates enter into this discussion. My position is that anyone in an elected position should seek the will of the members. As a result I have been seeking the will of the members. To date, since the Dover show I've been invited and attended 6 chapter events, Mason Dixon's show, Oliver Gang's plowday, Buckeye's plowday, Badgerland's plowday, Empire State's plowday, and Keystone's show. These have all been great events, we have wonderful members, who have no problem with speaking their mind. All these chapters are in great shape, I have learned much, for instance, in New York, they are working to assist other collectors in New England to organize a chapter, among other things. This is wonderful!! I've had members loan me their pride and joy to plow with or ride in parades, great guys, really! I took one of my HG's to the Buckeye plowday, the magneto got hot, and the tractor quit, bummer, how embarrassing! Murphy's Law! I got the new parts, mag gonna get rebuilt. If there is only one piece of advise I cound give those in elected position, it would be to get away from the house, travel far away to other chapters, at least once a year. It makes for a great vacation, as well as being educational. I've had a wonderful time doing this, and numerous members have stepped forward to make me feel at home. I am honored!!! Thanks guys!!!
 If you have comment or concern about our association, or about my position on issues, or about your position on issues, let's discuss it!
 Regardless of which candidate you support, vote, it is a right! I was discussing this with Harley Dawg, he is pretty smart, all he does is eat, sleep, and bark. He gets petted all the time, and don't have to work! Harley Dawg is no dummy!!! He thinks you should vote for somebody, but he won't tell me who, just barks!! So, when your newsletter(magazine) comes, there will be bio's for each candidate for you to read. There will also be a ballot inserted. Decide which candidate best fits your goals for our association, your choice. Mark the appropriate candidate, put a stamp on it, and mail it, do it soon, so you don't forget. Another issue you will find is an amendment to the bylaws. We needed to fix a few issues, some create conflict administratively, others increase our ability to function effectively. Read this and vote your opinion!
Have a great day!!!
Andy