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• October 2014
build our membership base, encourage current members
to become more involved, work with local
school systems to train our youth in our
industry, and improve our image with the
public.
Local Chapters will be electing their
upcoming Board and Officers for the new
year. This is a great time to get involved
and find out more about your industry.
Our scopeof work isbeingchoppedawayeveryday. When times
are good, many don’t pay attention to our industry, but when times are tough
everyone complains.
I am sounding like
that familiar tune –
the truth is, when it
comes topools, safety
comes f i rst . Our
pool contractors are
tested and licensed
to properly construct
a safe and friendly
backyard or public
water environment.
PRESIDENT’S COLUMN
John Garner, Sr.
FSPA President
Here we go again
Can you hear the familiar tune? I am reaching
out for help! We have a fantastic trade organization,
awesome Board of Directors and a great state office
and government relations program – things I speak
about frequently. We need your help and support and
only you can do it!
We must all pull together now more than ever to
