@Ron045 posted:...My membership expires just before the next scheduled show. I wrote to them and asked for an extension since I did not receive the full (and only) benefit of my membership. I received a scathing response that not only said no, but then proceeded to tell me I should be donating more money to help them out...
In essence, you want to hold TCA liable for being unable to hold the York meet due to circumstances beyond their control, and punish them financially? In these unusual times, many organizations are facing financial shortfalls - helping them to go broke faster helps nobody.
And as for the Quarterly not addressing your interests, the publication is only as good as the content that is provided by members - have you offered to write an article?
Most divisions and chapters are dying for people to step up and take leadership positions and provide initiative. How many of the naysayers have offered to step up and do something other than complain?
So many of the replies to this thread focus on "what's in it for me?" rather than "how can I contribute to the success of the organization and the hobby I love?" - it's a sad commentary on our society.
