To all AIAOC Members: architects, associates, professional affiliates, board members, volunteers and AIAOC staff -- Springtime is here! Soon we will all enjoy the best of Southern California’s spring colors and warm sunshine.

As the AIOOC treasurer for 2005, it is with great optimism, I am proud to say, that we are seeing only positive numbers each month. Due to the hard work both now and the over the years of so many dedicated board members, the Chapter continues to meet membership and fundraising goals. It is with great pride that I am able to say this is the Chapter that I have been serving for the last four years.

This chapter receives approximately 40% of its annual budget from membership dues. The balance is comprised of non-dues revenue that includes sponsorship support from chapter programs and events such as the: Annual Golf Tournament, Design Awards, Lifelong Learning programs, Lecture Series, and OC Architect.

The guidelines for the annual budget for the upcoming year are normally sketched during the fall for the following year. The budget is then approved in November at the monthly board meeting. The budget may then be revisited and adjusted in response to different organizational needs and the budgetary challenges due to a fluctuating economy.

As treasurer, it is my responsibility to provide AIAOC Board Members with accurate financial reports to assist to charting the monthly progress of the different chapter activities and make modifications as necessary.

Finally, all financial reports are reviewed by Belden Hutchinson & Co., LLC. an independent accounting firm. This process ensures AIAOC adheres to Generally Accepted Accounting Principals in all its endeavors.

We THANK YOU Orange County: architects, associates, students, and allied professionals for the support you show by joining AIAOC or by renewing your annual membership. Your membership is your vote of confidence as we continue to strive for higher even greater success!