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Dear Friends,

                 On behalf of Southern Adirondack REALTORS , congratulations on a record year of  pro-
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            tecting the American Dream and making home ownership a reality!   I'm happy to report that
            what is most special about the Adirondacks has not changed.  The loons that used to be rare
            are now common.  Unlike the rest of the world, the Adirondacks have changed for the better.

                   I feel proud to join each of you as we celebrate  the 100th anniversary of the "REALTOR "
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            trademark. Adopted to identify the members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
            REALTORS :  a revolutionary group of individuals deeply  committed to integrity,
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            community, and property ownership. Although times & technology have changed, 100 years
            later, these goals remain the same.  I'm honored  to be a member of this association that involves cooperative competition unlike
            any other industry I know. Since January 1st, together we've helped make home ownership a reality for 1,381 families; up from
            1,191 just one year ago!   Thank you and congratulations.

                 The role of serving as your President has been rewarding and more involved than I had imagined!  I feel fortunate to have had
            such a dedicated group serving on the Board of Directors and as Committee Chairs, and it's truly a rewarding experience to be at
            the helm of such a well oiled machine. I've learned that no matter how busy my fellow REALTORS  are with listings & sales,
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            family & life, involvement in your own towns, the truly successful ones always seem to be able to give just a little more; to our
            association  and to everyone they do business with. Not only do you manage to do what's expected of you, you do a little
            extra.  With the strength of our affiliate members it's that "and then some" approach that keeps the REALTOR  pride going
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            strong and sets our industry apart from the rest.   Thank you for joining us this year in celebrating our history, our future, and
            our REALTORS .  Thank you.
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            I am honored to highlight  just a few of our accomplishments this past year which include:
               Record attendance  by SAR members at NYSAR’s Mid-Winter, Lobby Day and Fall Meetings
               The very well received rework of our  SAR New Member Orientations held now at our  Association  office.
               Securing the  northern half of Washington County into our NAR approved territory after the Washington
                County Board of Realtors dissolved in December 2015.
               Celebration of our YRN (Young REALTORS  Network) one-year anniversary
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               Hosting of our  first REALTOR  Trade Show to spotlight our growing Affiliate Membership
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               Finalization of our official name changes and new corporate logos  for the Association and MLS to better
                represent our Southern Adirondack Region and membership.

                 When you see the members who serve as a director, a committee chair or committee member– please be sure to say “thanks”!
            It is through their combined determination, effort and giving of their time that these things happen.  We can always use fresh
            ideas and new blood, so if you are not already, please consider joining a committee.  When asked for a recommendation of some-
            one to assist in the process of buying or selling Real Estate, please refer to our 50+ member affiliate base!  They are the best in
            the biz, and over half of them are here today to meet and talk with you.
                  It’s exciting to turn the reins over to our incoming President Eden Whitaker, and 2017 President-Elect Sean Rogge.  If you
            haven’t already,  be sure to LIKE our FACEBOOK page, and make your contribution to RPAC before year end.  I look forward to
            seeing you all at the Holiday Gala on December 9th.

            Cheers to a safe & successful Fall,
            Angie Mead
            Southern Adirondack REALTORS  President
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                                          ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP BY THE NUMBERS!

                                           YEAR     SAR        AFFILIATES        SAMLS
                                      2014          462                43            554
                                      2015          479                54                         573
                                      2016 (YTD)    477                59                      619( MLS highest since 2010!)
                                      2016 (Projected)     487                    63                                630

                                      Based on December 31 year end close out.
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