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Posted by Bob Spurlin. Edict # 21
August 26, 1999
I am about to perform the best tasks of my presidency!
The admiralty in STF is a symbolic post and has NO authority, as it should be. It is, in fact an honorary title which denotes only service to the club. In my short tenure here I have found few who are worthy of such recognition. Few who have the guts and determination to say what they feel, despite the consequences.
One of these people is my Vice-President, Colin Wyers. When I decided to run for President, Colin was considering the same task. In fact he was adamant about running for the job. However, he put aside his personal desires and put the good of the club ahead of his own interests and decided to run as my VP. I am sure this took a great deal of ego-swallowing and just down right will to do, but he did it for what he thought was the GOOD of the club.
Even after we won the election he NEVER placed himself in a position that was ABOVE the club and even during his LOAs he hung around to help the club. Yes the ED might have suffered some, but I am sure it is better for him being there. And even now he is in the process of putting the Articles of Organization on track for a vote in October.
Therefore Colin Wyers is hereby promoted to the rank of Admiral!
This next decision took a lot more thought and soul searching than the one above. During the earlier, so-called crisis’s, of this administration one person upheld the dignity and character of what STF should be. Though she was insulted on several fronts she NEVER once responded with malice or self-importance, but comported herself with class and honor. She, more than anyone else I know, knows how to have fun and is a leader to all of us in the club!
Therefore effective immediately, Fleet Captain Nikolle Burchett, is promoted to the rank of Commodore! Niki I am so proud of you for all you have done for this club! Keep up the good work and the positive attitude!!
Bob Spurlin
President STF