From: dave@davelowe.us   
      
   Greetings Fellow Star Trek Fans,   
      
   The United Federation of Planets Galaxy, founded by Star Trek enthusiasts   
   on June, 8 1987, and has become an international fan organization whose   
   members (45+) are united the world over in their appreciation of Star   
   Trek: The Greatest Human Adventure. Starfleet is the operating authority   
   for those chapter worldwide to link members into local fandom as well as   
   the International organization.   
      
   Our Mission: To peacefully explore deep-space. To seek out new   
   civilizations and new life.   
      
   Our Statement: To promote the optimistic ideals envisioned in Star Trek.   
      
   Our Vision: To make the dream of a peaceful Earth as envisioned in Star   
   Trek a reality.   
      
   Our Values: Caring, Respect, Teamwork, Common Sense, Aggressiveness,   
   Honesty, Fun   
      
   Headquarters: Albuquerque, New Mexico - North America, Earth, Sol System   
      
   We are people of all ages and from all walks of life who enjoy Star Trek   
   in all its forms -- the three season original series, the major motion   
   pictures, the television series (The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine,   
   Voyager, Enterprise), and the numerous books and magazines. Our Prime   
   Directive is to share our interest in Star Trek in an open environment, to   
   serve our community, and to have fun. All interested persons are welcome   
   to join us.   
      
   Since it's debut on television 35+ years ago Star Trek was the first   
   successful mass visualization of the future. Its enduring strength arose   
   from the fact that it was the first science fiction show to emphasize plot   
   and character -- and to present a universe where people of all races   
   worked together to solve common problems.   
      
   Throughout an original three season run, a cartoon sequel, a number of   
   major motion pictures, four new television series, and numerous books, the   
   dream lives on. Classic Trek gave us more than an escape from the   
   turbulent 60's. It offered hope for the future. When it was canceled, Bjo   
   Trimble's successful grassroots campaign to keep it on the air made   
   television history. Star Trek taught us that we can control mass media --   
   we do have a say over our environment ... and our destiny.   
      
   The meetings of the Starships (clubs) of the Fleet offer opportunities to   
   have fun while you serve your community. We recognize crew members who   
   have done extra service or distinguished themselves in service to the UFP   
   Galaxy. In keeping with the problem-solving themes of Star Trek, our   
   members do more than meet and talk about the show. The crews of the Fleet   
   are active in support of charity. We believe that time is our most   
   valuable gift, so we donate time to help persons and charitable   
   organizations. We conduct fundraisers and volunteer our services to help   
   our community.   
      
   Each club member brings his or her special abilities to the group. We   
   recognize this value by assigning fictional ranks and positions within the   
   Fleet, reflecting the interests of the members. In addition, participation   
   allows the individual to advance in fictional rank.   
      
   We are undergoing a total reformation and revival of the organization, and   
   are seeking veteran and new Star Trek fans that seek to return to the old   
   days of fandom, where clubs and chapters were serious about community   
   service and the Star Trek franchise.   
      
   We are offering straight across rank promotions up to Fleet Captain.   
   Ranks higher than that will be subject to Command review.  We are seeking   
   leaders to help resurge the organization and rebuild into a vital and   
   proactive organization.   
      
   Go to our website at http://www.ufpgalaxy.com to join today.  If you are   
   an established chapter, we can accommodate your entire membership.  The   
   best part of this - membership is free.   
      
   Respectfully,   
      
   RADM Michael Frisbee   
   Chief of Starfleet Operations   
   UFP Galaxy International   
   CO - USS Scimitar, Triad Regional NC, UFPG Chapter   
      
      
   --   
      
   Dave Lowe            http://davedorm.com   
   Tampa, FL   
   USS MacArthur / Genesis Fleet / UFPGI   
      
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