Presidents Corner

The Wheels Museum Gala was a huge success. We enjoyed a big crowd (sold out), Tucanos Brazilian Grill delicious food, Chris Dracup and Soul Kitchen band, Harvey Girls, Roller Derby Gals, a silent auction with 180 items, live auction sold by incredible John Oleson, a famous donkey named Emma, Diesel the dog who was on the lottery ticket, and much more.

We reached our goal financially and will be able to work yet another year towards saving and developing WHEELS. Many people said it was the best event we have had, felt that all were on the same "track" as far as our effort to create a major attraction at the most important historic site in Albuquerque, and what many consider in NM. We are continuing to meet with head of City real estate department, head of redevelopment, the rail yard advisory board and others in good meetings.

National Train Day is May 12th and WHEELS will be participating with Mid Rio Grande Council of Governments, City of Albuquerque and The National Hispanic Cultural Center. Plans are being made now. We would like anyone interested to join our fund raising committee and to call us at (505) 243-6269 with any thoughts and ideas. We are all in this together-the well meaning citizens of Albuquerque who wish to save our history and culture and create a great attraction for future generations.

Love,