President’s Corner

On behalf of the Flight Standards Retirees, a mere "Thank You" for our officers' work in 2007 doesn't seem adequate; however, I commend them for their service: Lois Shaw's triple duty-President, Chaplain, and Historian; Frank Kellogg for his past work and accepting another year of the unenviable task of Secretary-Treasurer; Jack Kenton, Editor, for an innovative Newsletter; and Gene Haldas for maintenance of our web site.  Thank you, and I also want to thank Bud Shaw for assisting Lois in any way he can, such as being the physical custodian of the records she has and Don Tyson for accepting the role of 2008 Vice-President.  Thank all of you that have assisted our officers, especially those who are custodians of FRS artifacts and those who offered suggestions and helped me.
 
As we prepare for Savannah, please note there is a fare-free shuttle and ferry system. The Chatham Area Transit (CAT) Shuttle may be accessed at stops 8 and 16 near the Hilton Savannah Desoto hotel.  "The fare-free CAT Shuttle connects to most CAT routes serving Savannah and Chatham County.  It offers convenient service from downtown hotels, inns, and the Savannah Visitors Center to Savannah's historic sites, squares, River Street, Savannah Belles Ferry, houses of worship ... The fare-free CAT Shuttle is comfortable and climate-controlled for all weather service and all vehicles are Wheelchair accessible."
 
Please pick up a CAT Shuttle Map and make your stay in Savannah as inexpensive as you explore its Historic District on your own.
 
Again, Savannah is one of the "Top 10 Walking Cities."  To sample the true charisma of Savannah, be prepared to walk the city streets and visit its squares, whenever you can.  IF YOU ARE NEAR THE MULBERRY INN AT NOON, PLEASE STOP FOR LUNCH.
 
Art Hayes
2008 FSR PRESIDENT