Time in club BOD requirements

[goodburbon]

We asked this question once before, but now we have many more members who can vote.

Should we Temporarily waive the required minimum of 1 year as a member requirement to serve on the BOD?



The voting will close Saturday July 21.

[90Blue_XJ]

We asked this question once before, but now we have many more members who can vote.

Should we Temporarily waive the required minimum of 1 year as a member requirement to serve on the BOD?



The voting will close Saturday July 21.

If this passes do we need to include it in the bylaws or not? It is a one time thing so I am uncertain if we need a bylaw to cover it.

[roxj]

could we put a special clause in the by laws that states for the formation of the rrc the required 1 year pd status will be waived for those wishing to run for office

[BIgDaddyChia]

Well looks like I can be eligable now.

[goodburbon]

I think that since it is only a temporary measure that it should not be reflected permanently in the bylaws. In 6 months the problem goes away.

[Ramsey]

Definitely no need to be in the bylaws as it is a temporary measure. Lets just wave it till the next election, then go with the standard one year.

[Jay VT]

Talk about a landslide election

[90Blue_XJ]

Do we really need an election before the November one???


So the way I see it. goodburbon is going to be president, Ramsey is going to be vice president and kendrik is the recoeder/treasurer. Does everyone see it that way too?


SPEAK UP EVERYONE.

[BIgDaddyChia]

Why do u see it that way. We have to have a BOD to become a chapter. What if goodburbon and ramsey dont want to do it. I was the one who rallyed people to do this. Did you ever think maybe I would like to help run this operation. How many of you guys have been officers in clubs before.

[90Blue_XJ]

Why do u see it that way. We have to have a BOD to become a chapter. What if goodburbon and ramsey dont want to do it. I was the one who rallyed people to do this. Did you ever think maybe I would like to help run this operation. How many of you guys have been officers in clubs before.

Sorry didn't mean to ruffle your feathers BigDaddy. These guys I mentioned have been nominated and seconded somewhere on this chapter forum except Kendrik who has jumped in and assumed many recorder roles already suchas the Google Earth thing. He has kept up with everything but the ,as yet, non-existant funds.

[BIgDaddyChia]

And thats because it was voted not to have some one less then a year paid membership in office. I maybe the new guy but that dosent mean I lack club expereince. I have been a member of at least 6 auto clubs. since i have been driving. I think it qualifies me a little bit.

[Dirt]

Well.... I know who I don't want on the BOD.....

[Ramsey]

Is it the whiny guy?

[90Blue_XJ]

Well.... I know who I don't want on the BOD.....

Don't rule out someone with experience. He just seems to want what is best for the chapter. He says he has served on several Boards in the past and if that experience is going to help the positive formation of this chapter, then let him help out.

[Dirt]

It's not even up to me to let him help out. In fact....I'm one of many that didn't nominate him.


And just so you know....I think we all want what's best for the chapter.

[BIgDaddyChia]

Look I am not saying I am the most qualified. I am current V/P of one of the clubs I am in. And I also ran my own car club when I was a different car scene. I do want what is best for the club, but I also want to be able to help do whats best.

[goodburbon]

Big Daddy has been a tremendous help and is the one who started this ball rolling. Let's try not to let this go downhill, If there needs to be a debate we'll hold one. For now let's allow this poll to run it's course and the follow up will probably be special elections next week. ;)

[Ralph]

Who else wants to be an officer? If everyone is running unopposed, there is no need for an election.

[goodburbon]

I get the impression that BigdaddyChia is wanting to run for pres.

[Ecomike]

Are we waving the time limit entirely, or lowering to what I previously suggested which was 6 months?

Looks like this is a poll to waive it entirely, meaning someone could conceivably join today and run for office tomorrow. I have no problem with that, if that is the case, as I think the membership is not going to vote for some last minute new member anyway.

If this turns into a real contested election, maybe we should let the top vote getter be president, and the second best vote getter be VP? Just a suggestion to discuss while we have a few days left to mull over it.

The Treasurer recorder job is whole different story, so it should be a separate election IMHO.

[BIgDaddyChia]

I would be happy as v/p. It wasnt more of which position but of being one of th three on the BOD.

[XJ6]

Big Daddy has been a tremendous help and is the one who started this ball rolling. Let's try not to let this go downhill, If there needs to be a debate we'll hold one. For now let's allow this poll to run it's course and the follow up will probably be special elections next week. ;)

Can't argue with any of goodburbon's reply

Get this poll done then anyone interested in throwing their hat in the ring should do so and the members will deceide who will lead the chapter, seems like we got some good people to choose from if they are interested.:wantyou:

[rokclimbertx]

sounds like a plan to me...

[90Blue_XJ]

So what time does the poll close? It is 7/21/07 by my phone. Do we have a specific time?

[Ecomike]

Can't argue with any of goodburbon's reply

Get this poll done then anyone interested in throwing their hat in the ring should do so and the members will deceide who will lead the chapter, seems like we got some good people to choose from if they are interested.:wantyou:

Sorry but I don't have any hats to toss in! LOL.:roflmao:

[XJ6]

Sorry but I don't have any hats to toss in! LOL.:roflmao:

Good argument for getting some RedRiverChapter hats :rolleyes:

[Kendrik]

So what time does the poll close? It is 7/21/07 by my phone. Do we have a specific time?

It doesn't have a specific close time as of right now. However, we've got a majority of the member votes already (20 out of 27 at last count, if I remember correctly) so even if everyone showed up and voted against it it's still decided in favor of waiving the BOD requirements at this time.

Goodburbon has posted official nomination threads, so now is the time to begin nominating the folks you think are qualified for the various positions.

Also, to respond to Ecomike's idea regarding number of votes for Pres. / VP, I think its a good idea, but I think it might be better to simply allow members to run for multiple offices. The net effect should be the same, allowing membership to decide which position they think the person would be better suited for.

[roxj]

has anything been decided on the area reps? will they be elected or appointed, how will the areas be decided, major city or suburban areas possibly?

[goodburbon]

has anything been decided on the area reps? will they be elected or appointed, how will the areas be decided, major city or suburban areas possibly?

This will be one of the subjects that should be visited by the BOD once we have official chapter status. Right now we only have 27 members, and at this point I think it would be putting the cart before before the horse to further subdivide our fledgling chapter.

[Ecomike]

How about just creating an all volunteer committee for now, made up of volunteers that want to work on events, local representation and membership drives. Then as things evolve just split that up into seperate, smaller committees as needed.

Just ask for volunteers (new thread), and a list of what they want to do, and what they know how to do. The location part is already done thanks to Kendrik. Then the BOD can have something to work with as soon as the chapter is official.


This will be one of the subjects that should be visited by the BOD once we have official chapter status. Right now we only have 27 members, and at this point I think it would be putting the cart before before the horse to further subdivide our fledgling chapter.

[90Blue_XJ]

How about just creating an all volunteer committee for now, made up of volunteers that want to work on events, local representation and membership drives. Then as things evolve just split that up into seperate, smaller committees as needed.

Just ask for volunteers (new thread), and a list of what they want to do, and what they know how to do. The location part is already done thanks to Kendrik. Then the BOD can have something to work with as soon as the chapter is official.
Good idea. If we will look at the Google Earth map we still see alot of gaps. West Central Texas and most of North Oklahoma are a virtual void of members. Many other areas are sparse as well. Who ever takes on those jobs it will involve recruiting outside your city/county areas. Keep this in mind before you jump up and volunteer. Not trying to discourage anyone but it is a large task.

[goodburbon]

Guys, the way this works you are all reps. If you want to put something up for consideration make a motion to the BOD, have that motion seconded and It's on the table. There isn't a need at this point for sub dividing this chapter yet.

[-=PEAKABOO=-]

Hey guys, let me know of any way I can lend a hand or help out.

Steven

[goodburbon]

WE're official Peakaboo, We are now the Red River Chapter Including the states of Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.

The BOD is as follows

President: Goodburbon
Vice President: BigDaddyChia
Secretary/Treasurer: Kendrik

The only help you can offer is to join us on our outings and become a member.