As we are coming out of the long winter (finally!) I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all of the volunteers who make this organization as successful as it is with over 50,000 members worldwide.  ASHRAE is well-known as one of the most productive organizations by relying on volunteer efforts from its members, both in terms of developing standards and related publications, but also in terms of spreading its mission of advancing the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration.  Even though we may not know it, each and every one of us does this on a regular basis in our jobs, lives and careers.  So my challenge to you is to keep up the good work and continue to spread the word about ASHRAE.  Thanks again for helping our chapter gain recognition in the midwest and throughout society level!

 

Please join us for the annual installation of officers and board of governors meeting at the Cooper Pub and Restaurant at the West End in St. Louis Park on May 14th from noon to 1:30 pm.  We will also be presenting awards to well-deserving individuals in our chapter.  Past presidents can attend for free.  Please contact me at tmanz@live.com if you have any questions regarding this meeting.

 

Last fall the MN Chapter of ASHRAE joined efforts with the MN Chapter of ASPE to repaint a St. Paul resident's house and garage, in addition to landscaping and staining the porch.  We are looking foward to teaming up again this Spring/Summer to participate in another Hearts and Hammers event.

 

The fast approaching date is Saturday, June 1st, and lasts from approximately 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. Please contact Duane Rothstein (duane.rothstein@mcquay.com) of MN ASHRAE or Ryan Hanson (ryanm.hanson@target.com) of MN ASPE if you are interested in volunteering and you will be added to the list of volunteers.

 

Several of the board members and committee chairs volunteered last year and had an absolute blast, so don't hesitate to sign up.  You can also bring your spouse or friends along to donate their time and efforts.  It is a great way to help out well-deserving home owners.