Professional Bondsmen of Texas

President’s Message

John McCluskey – PBT President

My message for this fall is…….HELP!!!!!

HELP is defined by Webster’s Dictionary as follows:

“to give or provide what is necessary toaccomplish a task or satisfy a need; to cooperate effectively; render assistance;contribute strength and means.”

That is what PBT is about…friends, colleagues, and business associates working together to combine our strength, influence and resources to enable each of us to prosper to the extent of our individual ability. Now I am asking for your help in making PBT the best association in the whole world.

HELP strengthen our association by recruiting just one new member. Share your vision and dedication with a colleague.PBT members are the heart beat of our association, so please join in a concerted effort to assist our Membership Committee increase our membership. Information about the 2011 Membership Drive and its benefits are featured in this issue. It is extremely important and we need everyone to pitch in with this effort.

HELP strengthen our voice in Austin by investing in Texas Bail PAC, the PBT political action committee. Sign up now for monthly credit card payments, bank debit drafts or monthly bank drafts. Any amount will be greatly appreciated but $100 or even $200 per month would be fantastic!!! This is an investment in your business.

HELP strengthen our PR campaign by sharing positive stories and reports on commercial bail. We must give the alternative story to counter the negative attacks on our industry; especially the misinformation published by the taxpayer-funded pre-trial release departments … often called “Welfare for Criminals”. Send your stories to the PBT headquarters in Austin.

HELP strengthen our legislative campaign by attending the PBT Annual Convention. Scott Walstad and the Legislative Committee have spent the last fifteen months attending fundraisers that span the entire State of Texas.This effort has built relationships with many legislators that were not afforded PBT in the past. But they can’t do it alone and they need your input during the Town Hall meeting. Please make plans now to attend our Annual Convention. Make sure your input is heard on the many issues facing our industry in the upcoming legislative session.

HELP us help YOU prosper in our chosen profession as you continue to serve your community as an integral part of the criminal justice system. All of these steps and processes are critical to us being the largest outside stakeholder in the justice system. Remember that the officers and directors of PBT can’t do it alone, so please …..

HELP…and lets all pull this wagon in the same direction!!!

Please call if you ever have any suggestions, questions or concerns and I forward to seeing you in San Antonio! ★