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Candidate Statements

in alphabetical order

Richard Berentsen

I am placing my name in nomination for my first term on the La Grange Board of Directors.

Having been a cycling enthusiast my entire life I feel I can offer some experience and bring many worldly tales to the table. Cycling started for me in the Netherlands as a wee lad and raced there till 15, rode all through high school and raced some in college between rugby seasons. I have ridden with many people and mostly chose to ride alone having witnessed and experienced many dangerous and asinine maneuvers with other teams and clubs. Then one day Phil Goglia introduced me to the great Velo Club "La Grange". This club's sensibilities and respect was so impressive that I was sold. So last January I joined a few am rides and was re-inspired to get back to the 300 miles a week as I used to do and joined up. (i can dream can't i?)

However, I realized quickly that this club is much more than just a racing team and I quickly have been sucked into the activities and events. Volunteering for the Brentwood Grand Prix was a blast and I am looking forward to contributing more this upcoming year. I am also looking forward to shamelessly promoting our club to find sponsors, local and international support with a great sense of decorum of course.

I am not sure what all duties are needed but I will do my best at whichever one that fits my talents. I must apologize for any and all run-ons...my English writing is not always up to the English grammatical standards, that's why I draw pictures for a living.

I am asking for your support for this election so that I can become a member of this board to achieve
the unfinished business of making La Grange the finest cycling club anywhere.

Thank you in advance for your consideration.

Sincerely yours,

Richard Berentsen
Production Designer

John Mailloux

Hello La Grangers,

Most of you know me as "John the clothing guy" but today I'm writing to ask for your vote to join La Grange's Board of Directors. In addition to keep looking out for our club's clothing needs, I have some other things I want to accomplish within the club.

First is to make sure each of our racers, no matter the level or discipline, feels the love and gets the encouragement, support and recognition that they deserve.

Next up is making sure the LG Cup series continues to grow and thrive. This is an incredible series that gives us a great opportunity to race one another in a truly grass roots way.

Lastly is promoting a mentorship from the top ranks down. We have a wealth of knowledge in this club and we owe it to ourselves to find a viable way to tap into it.

A little about my biking self. I fell in love with road cycling in '84 and spent all my tobacco picking money on my first real bike, a red Cannondale R900. I've been hooked ever since. I haven't raced road yet, but I made it to expert class in NORBA (now USAC Cat 2) and have just started to dabble in single speed cyclocross. I've also worked in a bike shop for a decade as both a mechanic and service manager. I guess I like me some bikes.

I hope to have your support on my endeavor!

Thanks for reading.

-John Mailloux

Gary Phillips

Dear La Grange members,

If elected by the membership of Velo Club La Grange, I would be pleased to serve on its Board of Directors.

Here’s my personal cycling story: In 2006, at age 48, I was overweight and had not exercised for 25 years. I took up road cycling and immediately developed a deep enthusiasm for the sport. I shed the excess pounds, got into better shape, and started getting faster. In 2008, I joined La Grange and now participate in the club’s rides as often as I’m able. I have a strong passion for all things cycling.

I joined La Grange because I believe it is a uniquely positioned cycling club with a long history and a well-deserved reputation in both the cycling and general community. In addition to my enthusiasm for all things cycling, I can bring to La Grange my 25 years experience practicing law, which has included representing non-profit organizations as well as experience serving on the boards of other non-profits. I will use my talents and skills in whatever area the club needs, whether it’s the Brentwood Grand Prix, La Grange Cup, Sponsorship, Membership, or the Racing Program.

I also would like to see La Grange be more active and become a leader in advocating for the rights of bicyclists, which have taken quantum leaps forward in recent years. Through La Grange, I would like to contribute toward improving and increasing cycling's visibility in the community and to foster a positive image for the sport.

Sincerely,
Gary R. Phillips

Stu Press

Dear Members of Velo Club La Grange,

I have been a member of La Grange since 1998, and have raced exclusively for La Grange and its various sponsors since then...as a Cat 4, Cat 3, Cat 2 and now Cat 1. I have managed the men's Cat 1/2 teams for a number of years, I have been the race program director for the last year, and have been a member of our board of directors for two years. I have always tried my utmost to support our racing program, while balancing the interests of all of our club members. I hope to continue for another season as our race program director, and would like to ask for your support to continue on for another two year term on the Board of Directors of La Grange.

Thank you,
-Stu Press

Jay Slater

I am placing my name in nomination for a second term on the La Grange Board of Directors. Having served on the Board for the past two years I have had the opportunity to be involved in the exciting growth of our club and the success of many of our events. The Brentwood Grand Prix continues to grow and gain prestige and our work is not done to make this the signature event for the club and for the racing season in Southern California. We have grown the membership and continue to concentrate on enhancing the membership experience of each member and the value of being a member of La Grange.

I am asking for your support for re-election so that I can continue the unfinished business of making La Grange the finest cycling club anywhere.

Jay Slater
BOD La Grange

Marc Thomas

I'm running for a second term as one of the nine board of directors.
 
I hope to help La Grange grow the fun, while we tackle the project of increasing our public awareness. As cyclists we have both rights and responsibilities. I hope we can grow the respect of our cycling community and shoulder both our rights and obligations as a club and individuals.
 
I have over the last year held "Drills for Skills" as a service to our club members and all cyclists. My calling is to bring both the challenges of training and the joy of riding to more cyclists.

Marc Thomas

Tamar Toister

I have been a member of LaGrange for two years. I both road bike and mountain bike, neither one particularly well. I’ve been riding a bike on and off since I was 5 years old. and I make up in tenacity what I
lack in terms of natural ability. I don’t go fast. I don’t look very good in lycra, even though I own lots of it. But I love cycling. I love doing it, I love following it, I love watching it on TV, and I love being a member of a large club of other people who love it as much as I do. I believe that LaGrange should represent all kinds of cyclists and encourage cycling enthusiasts at all levels. It would be an honor to serve on the LaGrange Board of Directors.

Tamar Toister

Lance J Walter

Gentlemen and Ladies

Please consider this my self-nominating statement for the upcoming election for seats on the Board of Directors of Velo Club La Grange

I have been a resident of Los Angeles for 60 years, the last 30 in the Brentwood Area I have previously served on the Board of Directors for the Jewish Home for the Aging, as well as Vista Del Mar Child Care Center. I have been involved in the hospitality industry for over 40 years, , now semi-retired. After an extensive 30 years as an amateur show jumping equestrian, I took up road cycling approximately 18 months ago. I became a member of La Grange after meeting Marc Thomas, who has become a friend, a mentor in his Wednesdays Skills and Drills, and my introduction to La Grange

I have had the pleasure of getting to know certain members of the Board as well as other riding members of La Grange I have volunteered at several events, the Time Trials, as well as the Brentwood Grand Prix I have the time, heart, and desire to become an active Board Member who maybe brings a fresh look at the organization. I do believe there is a place for some type of charitable involvement for the Club, as long as the needs and mission statement of the Club are served

I have years of decision making experiences, dealing with customers, and the newfound knowledge of what a great experience and joy in many ways road cycling and racing bring to those of us involved

Thank you for considering this statement of nomination If there are any questions, I am available both telephonically and in person

Sincerely

Lance J Walter

 

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