CANDIDATE DON RENOE
CANDIDATE CRAIG WIRCH
My wife Barbara and I have been coming to Outdoor Resort for 25 years. Our two children were young and it was a great place to experience the sunshine, warmth, friendly people and all that the desert had to offer during March. In 2009 we made the decision to become owners, giving us the opportunity to visit and enjoy ORPS
Louise and I have been owners at ORPS since 2006. We live on Okanagan Lake in south-central British Columbia and consider that a jewel. Once we found ORPS, we knew this was our winter jewel. We have been blessed with wonderful friendships that make our winters special. Education: My college days were interrupted by junior hockey. I have completed numerous courses in restaurant and business management. Work experience: I started working for McDonald’s Restaurants part-time at age 15. I moved into a full-time career when I was finished with hockey and became one of the youngest restaurant managers in Canada at the age of 21. After 16 years in restaurant management, I changed careers, and joined a company that fabricated, supplied and installed kitchen equipment packages for McDonald’s throughout Western Canada. The design of their non-standard kitchens was my speciality. While working in Vancouver, my volunteer activities included 10 years coaching minor hockey as well as serving on two HOAs. Louise and I were very fortunate to retire in 2005 and relocate from Vancouver to the beautiful Okanagan in 2009. I have been Fleet Captain of the Peachland Yacht Club for 7 years, responsible for moorage contracts, membership records and rules pertaining to boats moored in the marina. I was Construction Manager for 4 years, and aside from regular maintenance, initiated and managed all aspects of a major expansion to the marina. I also filled in as Treasurer for two years, all volunteer positions. At ORPS I have served a 3-year term on the A&A Committee, I have been involved in a number of the Saturday events, preparing meals. I have been president of the FMCA ORPS chapter for two 1-year terms. I have served two 2-year terms on the Golf Committee and introduced many fun, new features to the golf program. I have always worked at giving back to our community and believe my history, both work and volunteer positions, would be a valued assist in working on behalf of all owners. I have a strong work ethic and a drive to understand all sides of issues. Those who know me well know my interest is in continuing to improve what we already have at this wonderful resort.
a little more often. During my working career, I worked in the hospitality industry of various hotels managing the front office and assistant manager. I worked in a variety of Christian Ministries, one of which was managing the ministry in Canada of Insight for Living (Chuck Swindoll). For the last 21 years of my working career I operated my own successful Merry Maids Franchise which won top awards both in Canada and North America for Excellent Customer Service, Employee Retention and Satisfaction, as well as Strong Fiscal Management. I have also been involved and served our local community church as a Deacon, Elder, Finance Officer, Board Member, and various Committee positions. During the past 3 years it has been my privilege to serve on your Board of Directors as Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and currently as your Board President. I have served as Board liaison to the Golf, Finance, Pickleball, Safety/ Security, Facilities Planning, and Strategic Planning Committees. These past 3 years I have worked diligently with the board to rewrite the CC&R’s, Bylaws, a complete update of our Rules and Regulations, Policies, and A&A Rules. I have worked closely with those responsible to assure us all that our financial picture remains strong and vibrant while making the necessary improvements and upgrades to our facilities. This past year we focused on developing our Vision, Mission, and Core Values Statement. The Bible states in Proverbs 29:18 “where there is no vision, the people perish!” I believe strongly in Vision, Mission, and Core Values. Our Vision and Mission must guide us in each decision made at ORPS, and not our own ambitions. This is why we read our Vision Statement at every board meeting as our reminder. These statements are printed in the Oracle and are posted on the bulletin boards, and the board office and front office. We have not yet reached our Vision to become the “ultimate RV destination, unsurpassed in facilities, activities, amenities, social atmosphere and climate”. We are, however, making progress towards this goal. I understand the Vision, the hard work, the time commitment, and the creative thinking it takes. We need strong leadership with integrity to keep our ORPS future moving forward. It is important to note that I work well with our General Manager, his staff, and your board of directors. There is still work to do. I am asking you for your vote so that I can continue to serve all owners at Outdoor Resort Palm Springs. Please take the time to vote.
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