At our November 3rd Board meeting, we reviewed several important updates about our club's activities and future plans.

Membership and ride participation remain strong, with 440 new members bringing our total membership to 1,889. Event registrations are matching or exceeding 2023 levels, and October 2024 saw more rides than the same period last year. We're especially pleased to welcome 13 new ride leaders who joined our ranks this year.

Looking ahead to winter, we're excited to announce that Elen Gugel will be leading rides every other week. Winter Ride Challenges will begin December 1st, offering opportunities to stay active during the colder months.

The Communications team is seeking volunteers to help publish WheelPeople and ChainLink. We're currently evaluating various options to ensure consistent and effective communication with our members.

Plans are underway for our annual Volunteer/Ride Leader appreciation event. The Board voted to open this celebration to all ride leaders, recognizing their vital contribution to our club's success.

The Board also began discussions about developing a formal partnership strategy to help grow our membership and enhance our community presence. We'll be continuing these discussions at our next meeting.

Our next Board meeting is tentatively scheduled for December 8, 2024. As always, members are welcome to attend as observers.

Randolph Williams

President, Charles River Wheelers