President’s Message, July 2010
Dear Colleague and Fellow Member:
Each of you is entitled to an apology for the tardiness of this newsletter. It is my fault. I do apologize.
Taking a week off from the practice is something I don’t do very well. Having taken one in February, I am preparing for another during the first week in August and, frankly, all gears aren’t meshing very well. At least you are entitled to know I will be attending the USSSA Elite 32 World Series in Orlando, Florida at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Of primary interest to me are the Illinois Bruins and their clean-up hitter, Chase Gadau.
The annual softball game and kegger will be held on August 28th. The game is at 2:00 at Dexter Field (immediately behind Centennial High School). All members over 45 who are interested in starting a new winning streak should contact me. Less seasoned veterans should contact Andy Hatch; but, you probably already knew that. The kegger will be that evening at 6:30 p.m. at my house, 1009 Ross Drive, Champaign. CCBA will be furnishing brats, hot dogs, beer and soda. A side dish or dessert would be appreciated but, not required.
Contrary to your minutes, the Fall Mixer will not be held on October 15th. That date will not work as we had planned. Please check your August newsletter for the new time and place.
The Holiday Dinner/Dance will be held on December 15, 2010 at the Champaign County Country Club. This is not a tentative date. It is etched in stone. Please feel obligated to reject any invitation or suggestion to be elsewhere on that date. Remember, you’re in the phonebook so I know how to find you. You will be pestered to attend.
In addition to the fun stuff already mentioned, I have been contacted by the Champaign County Board of Review regarding the CCBA’s position concerning non-lawyers representing tax objectors before that body. It appears that such would constitute the unauthorized practice of law. Having made inquiries with the ISBA people who are in a position to know, that seems to be its position also. I believe this is an important issue. For anyone interested in commenting on this matter, this subject will be on the Board of Governors agenda for our August 11th meeting. Please let me know if you are interested in addressing the Board prior to that time. I anticipate a Board of Review member being present also.
Bringing up dues payment may constitute harping. If so, let me pluck the strings. Please, if you have not yet done so, get your dues in. Since all of our events are partially, if not totally, subsidized by the Association, receipt of dues is important. Keep in mind your canceled checks constitute “your papers” in the event that while being investigated for criminal activity, any law enforcement agency in the United States calls your citizenship into question.
Again, August 28th, softball game and kegger, August 11th, CCBA Board Meeting, December 15th, Holiday Dinner/Dance.
PS Anyone interested in a disk of our Law Day Roast, please send me a check for $10.00 payable to Dean Hickson.
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