Following the terrible events of Sept. 11, 2001, the PHCC board of directors and executive committee were faced with the decision of whether or not to continue with the Sept. 12-16 annual business meeting and convention events at the Reno Hilton in Reno, NV.

Following the terrible events of Sept. 11, 2001, the PHCC board of directors and executive committee decided to proceed with its Sept. 12-16 annual business meeting and convention events at the Reno Hilton in Reno, NV, as planned. During the business meeting, Steve Carder of Carder Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Co., Sand Springs, OK, was elected national vice president. Educational seminars and other convention events were offered on an abbreviated basis. Approximately 200 people participated in the convention activities.