Hey Folks-

As you know, our moderator crew is not large, nor do the names change often.  The fact this small team is so solid is one of the reasons behind the success of these forums.

 

That is why it's difficult to announce that @J Francho will be stepping down as a moderator.  However he's not leaving us!  During the 13 years as a moderator, John has married, moved, started a family, and more recently, connected with his biological family.  That's a lot on his plate.  Something had to give, and family take priority (as it should), so John will be stepping back from his duties here. Before he does, he will ensure a successful transition to a new moderator.  Which brings me to my next announcement.

 

I'm excited to announce that @12poundbass is joining the moderator crew!  The moderators unanimously agreed he'd be a great moderator, and Jeremy graciously accepted.  He is a well-seasoned veteran of these forums with a healthy respect for others and the desire to share his knowledge. We know he’ll make a great addition to the moderator crew! 

 

Please take a moment to welcome him to his new position! 

Just now, Glenn said:

I'm excited to announce that @12poundbass is joining the moderator crew!

Good pick - I'm sure he'll be a welcome addition to the crew.

 

Ably assisted by 'Half-dozen'.

Seems like a great pick, and I like 12lb Bass ?

Thanks for your help @J Francho. You’ve been moderating longer than I’ve even been on this website.

Just when @12poundbass thought he was gonna have more time this year to actually use his boat, he gets his hands more full again! 
Might as well just sell it now, that way you can devote all your spare time to proper moderation duties ?. 
 

Thanks for the work @J Francho, enjoy your extra time with family ?

 

@12poundbass

Congratulations Jeremy!

I’m sure you’ll do a great job and continue the great work!

 

@J Francho

John

You did a great job and leave big shoes

 

 

 

 

Mike

 

54 minutes ago, Way north bass guy said:

Just when @12poundbass thought he was gonna have more time this year to actually use his boat, he gets his hands more full again! 
Might as well just sell it now, that way you can devote all your spare time to proper moderation duties ?. 
 

Thanks for the work @J Francho, enjoy your extra time with family ?

If he doesn’t use his boat this year, it is automatically donated to all moderators that live in TN 

It's gonna take me a minute to put a fitting post in here. Departing is very bittersweet. 

Thank you for all your hard work 

Thanks John, thought you did a great job.

10 hours ago, J Francho said:

It's gonna take me a minute to put a fitting post in here. Departing is very bittersweet. 

Your going to be missed John. Good luck moving forward. 

Good luck @J Francho and welcome @12poundbass

 I'm so sorry to see you go @J Francho

Clearly you helped make this forum what it is today.

 Best of luck to you moving forward.

 

@12poundbass  You're joining a fantastic team,

and your addition to it will no doubt keep that rolling.

Congrats

A-Jay

Congratulations @12poundbass your diverse outlook will be helpful to all. ??

Congratulations 12 pound bass 

and thanks for ll you’ve done jfrancho 

11 hours ago, J Francho said:

It's gonna take me a minute to put a fitting post in here. Departing is very bittersweet. 

I forget you were a mod;  to me, that meant you were a great one.   Thx.  
 

enjoy the free time!  

12 hours ago, J Francho said:

It's gonna take me a minute to put a fitting post in here. Departing is very bittersweet. 

@jfrancho best of luck in your transition

@12poundbass welcome

@12poundbass congrats on the transition. I hope you enjoy your new life better than the old one.

Bravo!

Congratulations.   

Congratulations to @12poundbass!

 

John, I truly hate to see you step down but one thing is for sure; family, is most important! Thanks for all you have done!

Thank you @J Francho for your hard work and for helping to make BR such a great forum. @12poundbass congrats on becoming a moderator too. I think that you will fill the role well and keep this forum going strong!

Will my warning points transfer, or do I have to start anew?... ?

Phew ! When I started reading my first thought was JFrancho had died. I’m glad you’re not dead ! Hopefully we’ll see you around here often. Good job and Godspeed Spider-Man. 

1 minute ago, Deleted account said:

Will my warning points transfer, or do I have to start anew... ?

We can kill two birds with one stone. You can find out if they transfer and I can get practice on how to use my new super powers. ?