Greetings, I regret having to step down this way. My work situation has become quite rigid -- were the economy better I would have changed jobs by now. Attending weekend events has been a real challenge because my work hours have become so rigid. In addition, the support that I must provide for our special needs son along with a spouse who is bi-polar allows little time for anything else. For the past several years I have no had sufficient time availalble to adequately perform my duties as Vice Director. It is my hope that Director Vallio can find another individual who is better suited to serve. I have thoroughly enjoyed knowing all of you and I will miss seeing you at board meetings and other functions. I wish there was a way that every ARRL member could see how professional the board is and how much each and every person deeply cares about amateur radio. 73, Andy Oppel, N6AJO On Wed, Jun 10, 2009 at 11:06 AM, Sumner, Dave, K1ZZ <dsumner@arrl.org>wrote:

Officers, Directors and Vice Directors:

I regret to inform you that Pacific Division Vice Director Andy Oppel, N6AJO has submitted his resignation effective immediately. Andy cites family and business reasons for being unable to continue in office. Andy says he will miss the Board family, and we certainly will miss him!

The appointment of a replacement is in process and should be ready to be announced shortly.

73,

David Sumner, K1ZZ

Secretary

-- ----- Andy Oppel andy.oppel@gmail.com