2016 Williams statement
Eric Williams
Schenectady, New York
I have been privileged to serve as your District II Vice President. Because of what we’ve accomplished together, aeromodeling is changing lives in countless positive ways. To build on these successes, I am seeking a second term. As your representative, I will keep working to see aeromodeling flourish, so that others can share in the hobby we all enjoy.
During my first term, I have served on various AMA committees, including the Bylaws Committee, the Marketing Committee, the Advanced Flight Systems Committee, as the Elections Chairman, and as Chairman of the National Model Aviation Museum. In these assignments, the interests of members are always my first priority.
My Executive Council motion that now makes club purchases of lifesaving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) eligible for Flying Site Assistance Grants will potentially save lives at flying sites. My motion to extended benefits to clubs experiencing natural disasters was unanimously passed by the Council as well. I will continue to pursue measures like these that benefit clubs and members.
I have spoken in defense of aeromodeling before various state, county, and municipal officials. I will continue to vigorously protect our hobby from government regulation, preserve flying sites, encourage competition, and promote our hobby.
We have much to learn from our shared modeling experiences. It is critical that we uphold AMA’s history and traditions, while also welcoming new interests and technologies. Accordingly, I equally support all of our modeling categories.
I travel throughout the District regularly, visiting events and spending time with clubs and members, listening to your ideas and supporting your clubs. It will be a privilege to get to know even more of you and to work by your side. I ask for your vote to continue to serve District II and our hobby.