EXHIBIT 17.1 January 11, 2006 Scott D. Gallagher Chairman FTS Group Re: Board Resignation Dear Mr. Gallagher, Please accept my resignation from the Board of Directors of FTS Group effective January 11, 2006. Thank you for the opportunity to serve on the Board and I wish you success in the future. Very truly yours, /s/ Linda L. Ehlen Linda L. Ehlen Director