They did have someone with a lot of experience come in and do track prep, and track changes about 5 -6 years ago. Attendance went up a little, and track prep was great, usually. One bad prep day over shadows 10 good days (especially with the rep that they've had). It's alot of work, and a lot of money to put on good races with people making good comments at the end of the weekend. Money is a key issue. COCR is open for new membership, and always has been as I understand it. I don't think that the older members are too hard headed to understand that things need to progress/change. I think they need more members that race, and want to make things better to help steer the club in the right direction.
I was a memeber for around 5 years, but unfortunately worked out of town, so it was hard for me to have time to take care of my own family commitments, as well as the clubs. Wouldn't you know, as soon as I did not fullfill my requirements for being a member, I started working form home. I wish I was still a member. They defintiely need more/up to date, promotion.