2025 RSB CLSA President Jim Drenon (JD), PLS, RPLS
Hello, fellow Surveyors,
As your 2025 President for the Riverside/San Bernardino Chapter, I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce myself.
I grew up in Rialto, in the heart of the Inland Empire, where I was born and raised as a California native. Like many of you, I didn’t originally plan on becoming a surveyor. My journey into the profession began in 1977 when a former co-worker and friend, who had been hired by the Riverside County Survey Department, shared how much he enjoyed the work and the projects he was involved in. It piqued my interest, and I thought, That sounds like a great job.
At the time, I was studying Geology at San Bernardino Valley College but soon transitioned to Surveying courses. In 1979, I applied for a position with the Riverside County Survey Department and was hired. I spent eight years there before transitioning to the private sector in 1987, where I gained valuable experience. Over the years, I earned my Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in California and Idaho, as well as my Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) certification in Texas. My last position was with Rail Surveyors and Engineers, from which I retired in May 2024.
I have been a proud member of CLSA since 1988, previously serving as Chapter President and as a Member-at-Large for the State Chapter for two years. After living in Texas for a time following my wife’s passing, I returned to California. Upon my return, Dennis Janda invited me to serve as Chapter President once again, and I am honored to do so.
As President, I am committed to continuing the Bill Young Memorial Golf Tournament, which will once again take place at Menifee Lakes Country Club on September 29. Additionally, I aim to expand our student outreach efforts, particularly with Cal Poly Pomona Geomatics students, and to enhance scholarship opportunities. Most importantly, I want to see our membership grow and thrive.
I am fortunate to have a fantastic team of officers on our Board, and I look forward to working alongside them to make our chapter one we can all be proud of. If you have any questions or suggestions, I encourage you to bring them forward at our meetings throughout the year. I look forward to seeing you at our next Chapter meeting.
Sincerely, Jim Drenon (JD), PLS, RPLS
**Mark Your Calendars**
Join Us for the 2025 CLSA Golf Tournament
Our Biggest Scholarship Fundraiser of the Year!!**
📅 Date: Thursday, July 17, 2025 📍 Location: Menifee Lakes Country Club – Palms Course 29875 Menifee Lakes Drive, Menifee, CA 92584
⏰ Time: Check-in & Breakfast: 6:45 AM | Shotgun Start: 8:00 AM
We’re excited to invite you to the Annual Bill Young Memorial Golf Tournament, taking place on Friday, September 26, 2025 at Menifee Lakes Country Club!
This isn’t just a day on the greens—it’s our biggest fundraiser of the year, with 100% of the proceeds supporting scholarships for students pursuing a career in Land Surveying. Your participation helps shape the future of our profession.
Please note that we will be offering a discounted rate for all employees working in the Public Sectors (City, County, State, SBCTA, RCTC, etc.), and if you wish to participate, you will need to email us (rsbclsa@gmail.com) so we can send you a private link.
Whether you’re golfing, sponsoring, or donating, there are plenty of ways to get involved and give back.
Remember to RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP for both Chapter and State. Below you will find links for the renewals. Thank you to all those who have already renewed for 2025.
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