FYI
Last week, I was approached by multiple drivers asking me why the event was moved to June rather than being held during our traditional time during May. My advice back was to share this with the STLCA and event leadership. Rolling forward to raffle, I was completely shocked when it was announced that GSMTR 2022 was again being scheduled for June.
Consequently, I am concerned that plans are being made without adequate understanding of what is wanted and needed by the majority of the participants. Is a broader discussion and survey needed?
My assessment is that June is absolutely a bad choice. Melissa attended almost every GSMTR from 2 1/2 years old to now. The only school issue we ever had was her finals in high school were scheduled on Monday/Tuesday. Other than those instances, she would miss school without consequence or issue if needed. There was never a need for the event to be moved due to school.
Further, moving the GSMTR to June puts it in conflict with other events in June. This is bad for GSMTR, other events and the TLCA because it forces events to compete with one another for attendance. For example; if GSMTR2021 were in May, it would not have been on top of Relic Run and Razorback Ramble. Too many events / too close together forces people to down select what they will consider attending. This is counter productive for all involved.
If possible, I recommend researching and reviewing the schedule plans for GSMTR 2022. Then make an informed decision.
Thanks (from the peanut gallery)
Last week, I was approached by multiple drivers asking me why the event was moved to June rather than being held during our traditional time during May. My advice back was to share this with the STLCA and event leadership. Rolling forward to raffle, I was completely shocked when it was announced that GSMTR 2022 was again being scheduled for June.
Consequently, I am concerned that plans are being made without adequate understanding of what is wanted and needed by the majority of the participants. Is a broader discussion and survey needed?
My assessment is that June is absolutely a bad choice. Melissa attended almost every GSMTR from 2 1/2 years old to now. The only school issue we ever had was her finals in high school were scheduled on Monday/Tuesday. Other than those instances, she would miss school without consequence or issue if needed. There was never a need for the event to be moved due to school.
Further, moving the GSMTR to June puts it in conflict with other events in June. This is bad for GSMTR, other events and the TLCA because it forces events to compete with one another for attendance. For example; if GSMTR2021 were in May, it would not have been on top of Relic Run and Razorback Ramble. Too many events / too close together forces people to down select what they will consider attending. This is counter productive for all involved.
If possible, I recommend researching and reviewing the schedule plans for GSMTR 2022. Then make an informed decision.
Thanks (from the peanut gallery)