Light at the End of the Tunnel

No doubt things are still pretty rough all around with this pandemic. But they are starting to look a little brighter with less cases reported, vaccines beginning to be available, and some businesses slowly starting to open up.

For the construction and landscape industry work has been steady, at least for most, but it can always be better. All the changes we have had to make will certainly help us for the future, as it will not be the last time we will have to adjust.

Like in most trades there are always new tricks to learn or new materials to use, so we are always changing the way we do things. What better way than to do it all together…let’s learn from one another. That’s what this association has brought me so far – we are not alone, and we can always depend on one another. Remember that if you get stuck you can always rely on someone else, and if you see someone in need of help do not hesitate to lend a hand. That’s what an association is and should be, a safe place to share and grow together.

So, keep your head up, and should you fall, there’s a good chance a friend from CLCA will help you back up. They may even dust you off so you can go back at it again. As busy as most of us are in our industry right now, things will certainly begin to move in your direction soon. And when they do, just make sure you are prepared to keep up with the pace.

If you are not experiencing the support available from fellow members, you probably are not as involved in the chapter as you once were. That’s understandable. But you’ll be happy to know that we are in the middle of planning our CLCA year, which is looking forward to a number of events once COVID is in our rear-view mirror.

Call a board member and let them know you are eager to get back involved. How’s golf sound to you? A golf tournament is planned for this year…and much more. See you there.

– Francisco Salazar, 2021 SFV Chapter President