Have a group discussion about whether the crew still wants to do this in the coming year. As sw_emigre posted it was just really his money fairly won! He might have had some good reason not to go OR he might be a dick, IDK. Anyway. See if folks want to take another shot at sending someone or if this has soured enough folks to end the concept. Lastly don't let this get out of hand, divide the group, fester, eventually cause folks to quit your game. Good home games are not as common as they once were. Good players don't grow on trees anymore!
Good luck.