As we begin to enter another political season, the FICAP PAC fund comes to mind.  As mentioned in last month's In the Mix, this is going to be a very big election year.  We learned at our last meeting that the fight to defeat Amendment #4 is going to be difficult and expensive. It has never been more important for our industry and our economy as a whole to have pro-business legislators in office than now.   

We have a great asset in Wade Mullins who chairs the FICAP PAC.  Wade stays well informed on what is happening in Tallahassee, as well as, who is running for office and what seats they are running for.  In addition he gives us great insight about who are the pro-business and pro-industry candidates. 

FICAP and our PAC are being noticed.  Many candidates are now familiar with FICAP and know who we are and what we do.  The PAC is a great benefit to all FICAP members.  Whether you financially participate or not, you and your company are represented.

We have approximately 90 members in our association but we only have 15 members who specifically contribute to the PAC on an annual basis.  This is a critical time, and our businesses and industry need strong representation.  I know everyone's budgets are tight.  I encourage each of you find a way to free up a small amount for our PAC fund.  You can become a member for as little as $100.00.  Truly a small price to pay to help insure we have the right people in office after the election, the kind of people who are genuinely concerned and understand the construction industry.

My goal is to have a minimum of 50% of our members as PAC fund members, and I think it is an attainable goal.  Thank you for your continued support of FICAP.