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This list of 2007 achievements was presented by President Libby Jones to the membership at the club's holiday party and annual meeting on December 11.
- Beginning of January: 1,500 members; Now: 2,500 members!
- Revamped the City Championship Series points system (includes race participation and volunteering, not just about winning races)
- Politics-free environment where everyone’s primary focus is to have fun
- Enjoyed additional marketing exposure with the new name (name changed in October 2006)
- Free half marathon training program in the fall – 211 finished DRC Half - In the spring, we will offer half and full marathon training
- Offered new merchandise: runner’s hats, sportsacks, tech singlets and shirts – increased visibility of new DRC name and logo
- Another successful half marathon – annual fundraiser that funds most of the year
- At the end of May, the City of Dallas announced renovation plans for Sunset Bay and terminated our use of the building. We relocated our clubhouse to a shopping center at Garland Rd and Buckner Blvd. 2400 sq ft, kitchen, bathroom, conference area. We subleased a portion of the storage space and an office out to the Dallas Marathon.
- Chosen by the public, according to Competitor Texas magazine, we are the #1 running club in Texas and have the #2 half marathon in Texas.
- Paid a contractor for timing monthly races to accelerate reporting results and increase accuracy of results
- Monthly races were attended by 2-3 times more runners and walkers than in the past
- Reimplemented the timing of the 5K races – in 2007, offered 4 5Ks.
- Selected by the RRCA as one of the 3 top large club websites in the US
- Started offering Inside Texas Running magazine in March
- First full year using the Members Only website which allows for race registration, membership renewal/joining, and merchandise sales
Last revised December 20, 2007
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