Welcome to fall in Florida, not that we have much of a change in weather, it has been noticeably cooler in the mornings, at least in Central Florida.

I am thankful that the Surveying marketplace is still strong, with all that is going on politically.  We all have the same problems – finding staff, equipment, and time to do projects.  These are GOOD problems to have!

The COVID pandemic is still impacting all of us, and we all know many who have the virus, and at least a few who have died from it.  Please take proper safety precautions in your work and personal life, and if you haven’t had the vaccine, please seriously consider getting it.

In September, I had the pleasure of meeting with the University of Florida, Geomatics Students Association to introduce FSMS to the incoming Geomatics students.  The Geomatics program is doing well, with a great bunch of students.  They are still doing a lot of remote activities, but the UF campus is open, and classes are being conducted in person.

Our last quarterly board meeting is later this month.  For officers, committee chairs, and chapter presidents, please submit your reports for inclusion in a board packet.

Lastly, as chapter meetings start resuming, please make an effort to be involved at the local level, in your FSMS chapter – attend meetings, fill a chapter officer position, schedule and participate in a chapter event.  It is very rewarding to fellowship with our fellow professionals, and I find it very beneficial to my personal professional growth.

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