On Sun, Jun 1, 2008 at 7:30 PM, Thomas Dalton <thomas.dalton(a)gmail.com> wrote:
This is the
reason the Board election is little more than a popularity contest.
Looking at the credentials of those running, Greg is arguably more qualified
(in terms of education and relevant experience) than most of those running.
However, due to the fact that this election _is_ a popularity contest, he is
unlikely to win.
Personally, several of the candidates should withdraw, as they have clue as
to how to manage a non-profit organization. Simply: they have no business
there. However, I leave that for the voters to decide.
They're not managing the organisation, they're directing it. There is
a difference. The role of a community member of the board is to
represent the communities views on issues. There are appointed board
members and staff for the areas that require expert knowledge.
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I should hope we elect our trustees to do more than just share community
concerns. I would rather they also have at least /some/ knowledge of what
directing (to use your word) such an organization is like. If the most director-
esque experience a candidate has comes from being an admin or arbcom
member, I would pray they take these talents elsewhere. Popular community
member does not good board member make, necessarily.
-Chad