Dear American Toy Fox Terrier Members,

As I am sure you are aware there have been numerous changes to your Club’s Officers and Board of Directors recently. Mike Massey submitted his resignation to the Board of Directors several weeks ago. Based on the terms of our CBLs, Lisa Curry stepped into the role of President from the Vice President’s position. At that point, the BOD appointed myself, Cindy Enroughty, as the interim Vice President.

This week, Susan McCoy has resigned as Treasurer and BOD member. The Board of Directors has subsequently appointed Kathy Gilliam as the interim Treasurer. For those of you who are not familiar with Ms. Gilliam, she is a CPA whose firm specializes in the world of dogs.

Lisa Curry has also tendered her resignation this week. That leaves me to move into the role of President. As most of you have likely received your 2012 Election slate and Bios, you are aware of my background. At this time, the BOD has decided that we will leave the role of Vice President “vacant” until after the upcoming elections. It is not critical to fill this position immediately (the same was not true for President and Treasurer) so the current Board of Directors will wait for the membership to make its choice known with the 2012 election.

The CBLs clearly state that anyone assuming an interim position must stand for election at the next election cycle. That leaves the following position to be voted on in this 2012 election cycle.

President (interim)
Vice President (vacant)
Secretary (incumbent)
Treasurer (interm)
BOD (incumbent)
BOD (incumbent)
BOD (incumbent)

All of these resignations tendered were voluntarily submitted and for a variety of personal reasons. If these individuals choose to share this with you, they are free to do so. The Board of Directors received these resignations in confidence and will not discuss them further.

This truly looks like an election that will be “for the members and by the members”. I am hopeful for a record breaking return of ballots this year. As you will be aware from the Newsletter, we have hired an outside firm to handle this entire election. I am very excited to be part of the Board at this time.

On another note, please be aware that all plans are going full steam ahead for our upcoming Parent Specialty and National Specialty in October. We have had wonderful participation from our members in regards to donations for decorations, the auction and the supported entry for the two All Breed Shows with Black Mountain Kennel Club. It should be a wonderful experience for all who are able to attend. Also, please bring your ideas and suggestions for our Annual Membership Meeting being held Thursday evening.

I really am looking forward to seeing everyone who can attend in Vegas! I am including my personal contact information below (it is also on the Membership List on the ATFTC website). Please feel free to contact me directly at any time with any questions or concerns you might have and I will do my utmost to make this a club for all.

Cindy Enroughty, President
American Toy Fox Terrier Club
cenroughty@yahoo.com
(505)334-0380 (home)