As spring is here and the flowers are starting to bloom, I feel full of energy and hope you feel the same way. 

I want to bring a few items to your attention:  Please note that CMC/MMC forms are now available on this site.  You can also get the latest update to the Desk Reference right on this site.  No more C/Ds or paper to print (unless you want to).  This was done with the help of Michele Wood of Coded Systems and our fabulous Technology Team, Bette Mastropasqua, Nancy Hatten and Daina Dale.  Thanks to all of you!

If you are experiencing furloughs, layoffs or reduced hours, please email me with the details (Jon6073@aol.com).  I am working with our Attorney Richard Lustgarten in creating a data base to see how many Clerks are faced with these problems, while still doing our jobs under strained circumstances.  You can also call me at the office during working hours if you need to speak with me.

Plan on attending the MCANJ Annual Meeting on November 18^th being held at the Royal Swan Ballroom, 4^th floor North Tower in the Tropicana.  Breakfast will be available from 8:00am – 9:00am and the meeting will begin promptly at 9:00am.  This is your opportunity to meet with other Clerks and be a part of MCANJ.  Be sure to bring along a business card so you can enter into the drawing for a scholarship for 2010 Education Conference, CMC and MMC classes.  50/50 raffle tickets will be sold at the door.

I would like to suggest that you consider volunteering some time to one of the many committees that make MCANJ the fine Association it is. I started with the Fund Raising Committee and loved every crazy minute of it!  Serving on the Executive Board has been a rewarding experience and I am honored to have had the opportunity to give back to MCANJ who has provided me with many educational opportunities over the years.

Enjoy your summer!

Joan D. Moreland, President