John Stevenson - March 2000 Volunteer of the month

The CfSC newsletter, Chain Mail, is eagerly received by CfSC members several times each year. Without the work of John Stevenson, it wouldn't arrive.

Last year John took on responsibility for getting members' newsletters from the printer to the mailbox. While this sounds straight-forward, there are many details, all which have to be done correctly for a successful mailing. The correct amount of postage, which frequently varies from issue to issue, must be obtained -- or Canada Post promptly returns the newsletters with the postage cancelled. Different inserts including membership cards, renewal notices, return envelopes, special notices, and maps.

This is normally enough work for a crew of volunteers, which John has ably coordinated. But recently when enough volunteers could not be found due to a late changing mailout schedule of the newsletter, John took it personally upon himself to ensure that Chain Mail was promptly processed and mailed to members.

In addition to his newsletter responsibilities John has frequently assisted with delivering Better Bicycling, staffing membership booths, helping organize member events and many other volunteer tasks that make CfSC run well, always in good humour.

John has been an active member of the CfSC Board of Directors, bringing useful observations and advice to discussions. As an active dog owner, he helped draft and represent the CfSC position on doqs on NCC lands, with respct to the safety of cyclists.

When you receive your Chain Mail, don't forget the good work that volunteers like John Stevenson do to get it to you. Thank you John.