We learned many interesting things. For example, by the end of 2008, the federal government had already completed 500 of the 670 miles of congressionally mandated fence between Mexico and the United States. The San Diego sector in which he works has increased their ranks to 2,300 agents. These new agents are part of the reason the Patrol has successfully increased the number of apprehensions of illegal crossings, and substantially increased the amount of seizures of marijuana, cocaine, and heroin coming across the boarder. Their current goal is to curb violent attacks, which recently escalated. With their increased fence infrastructure and dedication of personnel to this, he felt 2009 would lead to further successes in his sector.
In addition, Bob Yaap spoke about his years as president of our club. He was our third president. At that time we had only 35 members. He explained what a great learning experience it was for him and how very much he enjoyed it. He told how great the President Elect Training (PETS) program was and encouraged anyone who is interested to take up the challenge and enjoy an experience of reward; both working the membership and seeing the good that is accomplished in the community and larger world, because of it.
