[Cabs-talk] rumors and reality: cabs election?
Michael Peterson
its_mike at sbcglobal.net
Mon Aug 10 20:51:45 UTC 2009
Hi Bruce. Two points.
1. Which offices will be open?
2. Can a copy of the constitution be sent out via email?
Thanks
Mike
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bruce Sexton Jr." <bjsexton at comcast.net>
To: "California Association of Blind Students Mailing List"
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Sent: Monday, August 10, 2009 12:51 PM
Subject: Re: [Cabs-talk] rumors and reality: cabs election?
> Hello members and concerned parties,
>
> As the First Vice-President on behalf of CABS, I would like to make some
> comments on the topic of an open forum. Let me first say, that our
> president, Deepa Goraya, is out of the country, in Italy. Last year, we
> provided the membership with an open forum over a conference call. I too
> think it is important to have transparency and frank discussions in every
> organization. I believe that there may be some confusion, because not
> everyone has decided where they would like to be in the upcoming
> elections. I am all for an informational discussion between everyone. Our
> next board meeting, which will be closed, will be on August 16th where the
> board will discuss the appropriate ways to insure a good positive open
> forum experience for everyone. So, if you have anything you would like to
> have brought up in this board meeting, please contact one of your board
> members to have them do so.
>
> thanks, and I look forward to our upcoming discussion!
>
> Sincerely,
> Bruce F. Sexton Jr., First Vice President
> California Association of Blind Students
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Aziza C" <daydreamingncolor at gmail.com>
> To: <cabs-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Monday, August 10, 2009 12:19 PM
> Subject: [Cabs-talk] rumors and reality: cabs election?
>
>
>> Hello All,
>>
>> I have recently returned from my second summer at the Colorado Center
>> of the Blind, having participated in NABS and the Colorado Student
>> Devisions activities over the summer, I am excited to be back in
>> California and eager to see our student devision evolve in the
>> upcoming year.
>>
>> I too have heard many rummors about possible candidates, candidates
>> for positions that are not even up for election in this upcoming
>> meeting. I would find it benificial to have an open forum where
>> interested candidates, and interested members can discuss the future
>> of the California Student Devision, as a board, we have already begun
>> planning out the upcoming year, however, the membership as a whole has
>> a right to an oppinion, and to bring forth suggestions and interests
>> that could assist us to move forward. Having an open forum as Darian
>> has suggested can bring some balance and understanding to our
>> elections, increase the involvment, and simplify the process for those
>> who have only seen confusion. I am supposed to be on the inside, as a
>> board member, and I can honestly say I am still confused as to who is
>> running for what, why, and when. Meeting our candidates before the
>> election is an idea that can assist us greatly in making the right
>> decision for the new board.
>>
>> Sincerely,
>> Aziza Cano
>> California Association of Blind Students
>> Secretary
>>
>> On 8/10/09, cabs-talk-request at nfbnet.org <cabs-talk-request at nfbnet.org>
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>>> 1. rumors and reality: cabs election? (Darian Smith)
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>>> 3. Re: rumors and reality: cabs election? (Isabel arreola)
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>>> Message: 1
>>> Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 20:57:43 -0700
>>> From: Darian Smith <dsmithnfb at gmail.com>
>>> Subject: [Cabs-talk] rumors and reality: cabs election?
>>> To: cabs-talk <cabs-talk at nfbnet.org>
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>>> Hello all,
>>>
>>> I understand that our state convention is in october, and at that
>>> time is the anual cabs meeting. I've already been hearing rumors
>>> swirlingabout regarding individuals who might be interested in
>>> running for board positions that may or may not be up for election.
>>> I'm wondering if there can't be a fourm where the membership can:
>>> A. find about about whatexciting things cabs has planned or has in
>>> the works for the cabs meeting
>>>
>>> B. hear about elections; and how they work
>>> C. find out what positions are up for election.
>>> D. who's running for what position and why.
>>> I think it would be rather benifitial, to have all of the canadates
>>> who wish to seek election in one place, talking about their
>>> backgrounds, what they believe they would bring to the division to
>>> strenthin it and be willing to answer any questions that the
>>> membership might have.
>>> I propose that if we do have something like this, that we have a
>>> moderator who would ask two or three questions to the canadets
>>> running for these positions as well.
>>> I am interested to hear from the membership;anybody, really who
>>> has a thought on this. I would encourage everybody as students to
>>> chime in on the idea.
>>> Thanks and have a splended evening.
>>> best
>>> Darian
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 2
>>> Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 23:20:01 -0700
>>> From: "Michael Peterson" <its_mike at sbcglobal.net>
>>> Subject: Re: [Cabs-talk] rumors and reality: cabs election?
>>> To: "California Association of Blind Students Mailing List"
>>> <cabs-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>> Message-ID: <0B4802ADFFD34C9DBE697259A55571A1 at MikePC>
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>>> reply-type=original
>>>
>>> Hi Darian. I'm sure someone can tell you which offices are up for
>>> re-election. I went to the last CABS meeting at convention but am not
>>> sure
>>> which offices run for two years and
>>> which are for one. If you attend the meeting however, each candidate is
>>> usually given a chance to introduce his/her self.
>>> I suspect you could question the candidates from the audience if you
>>> wanted
>>> to find out about a specific One idea I think would be good is the CABS
>>> constitution be posted on the website than any question about which
>>> positions were open would be answered there.
>>> The constitution if I remember was amended at the last
>>> Meeting.
>>> The CABS meeting will happen on Friday so I doubt there would be a lot
>>> of
>>> time for an involved discussion.
>>> Perhaps if students wish such a discussion to occur candidates could
>>> introduce themselves on the listserve or maybe a conference meeting
>>> could be
>>> conveened by one or more of the officers.
>>> If such a position is open and if the division needs my services I have
>>> told
>>> some I will gladly serve as a board member at large. I have one year
>>> left
>>> until I graduate SDSU in June 2010 with my Masters in Rehabilitation.
>>> I am not asking for the nomination but will be available if requested to
>>> serve. I am not requesting a
>>> higher office. When our affiliate reorganized I was the first
>>> president of the student division.
>>> I held that office for a couple years and than it was taken by Michael
>>> Bayliff.
>>> I'm dating myself but doing it to say I want to see young blood have the
>>> opportunity to serve that I did whether Depa continues in the office or
>>> some one else is elected.
>>> I feel that as a board member I could serve as an organizer and an
>>> advisor
>>> based on my previous experience.
>>>
>>> The rafting trip was a great idea and I commend the administration for
>>> encouraging involvement of students. I however
>>> would like to see regional seminars held in the north, the south
>>> and perhaps in central California.
>>> These seminars would focus on teaching students about things like
>>> how to acquire scholarships, how to set up a PASS,
>>> How to acquire books what options are available, bookshare.org, RFBD etc
>>> and
>>> other topics. The seminars would be maybe from 10:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m
>>> they
>>> would
>>> include a luncheon and maybe other features designed to get students
>>> and parents to mingle and become familiar with the CABS and it's
>>> role Why they should join CABS and what exactly is the NFB.
>>> We would stress inviting blind high school students their parents, as
>>> well
>>> as
>>> local high school and college officials.
>>> Another idea that could be fun is a Student legislative lunchon.
>>> It could be held in Sacramento and we could invite State legislatures
>>> to
>>> come
>>> and talk with us as well as congressional leaders or their
>>> representatives.
>>> We might even consider a march to the capitol similar to the National
>>> march
>>> in Detroit and it could be a fundraiser as well as an educational event.
>>> What a way to end our luncheon or begin it whichhever.
>>> I think probably the March should come first and end as we conveen for
>>> the
>>> luncheon!
>>> I would also like to introduce some new fundraising projects such as the
>>> sell of holiday cards candles or gifts. This could be done online and
>>> at
>>> events
>>> Other fundraisers also could be created
>>> We could attempt to get fraternities and sorities to assist in our
>>> efforts.
>>> Moneys raised would be invested in developing
>>> our student affiliate across
>>> theState.
>>> My emphasis would be get more students involved in participation!
>>> To me the membership not the board is the student division.
>>> We need students in mass to get involved if we want
>>> college books to be accessible if
>>> we want to influence change on our local campuses we need to
>>> organize the numbers to make our voices heard.
>>> We need to invite government officials and college
>>> administrators to our meetings and when necessary we need to ask
>>> hard questions.
>>> We need to draft strong resolutions for the State convention and be
>>> strong in our participation in the NABS.
>>> We need to take very seriously the reality that
>>> today's students are tomorrow's leaders in the NFBC.
>>> This is why training seminars are so very important. We also need to
>>> listen to the membership to work with the members and be receptive to
>>> their
>>> ideas.
>>> We need to encourage all students to do the work
>>> not just the board.That being said, in most organizations not just the
>>> student
>>> division NFBC a minority seems to "get stuck" doing a majority of the
>>> work.
>>> Please if you come to vote come also to participate as an
>>> active member to help create the very best Student Division we have
>>> ever
>>> had and to take an active part not just in voting but in
>>> shapeing
>>> your own destiny!
>>> We need you each of you we need your voice your energy your
>>> creativity
>>> and your unique talent that only you can provide.
>>> So come Join us in Newark and help make our dreams come true.
>>> Let's see a really large contingent of students on ThursdayOct 22,
>>> walking
>>> across the golden gate bridge! How fun.
>>>
>>> We are gifted in that we have some wonderful students with great
>>> leadership
>>> potential.
>>> And with monumental budget cuts to education on the State level we
>>> need
>>> all the help we can get!
>>> Let's make the Student division CABS as well as the NFBC the
>>> best they can be by working together.
>>> I will vote for the candidates I like but when the smoke clears
>>> I will as now do all I can to support those the membership deems most
>>> suited to be their leaders.
>>> God bless:
>>> Michael Peterson
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>> From: "Darian Smith" <dsmithnfb at gmail.com>
>>> To: "cabs-talk" <cabs-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>> Sent: Sunday, August 09, 2009 8:57 PM
>>> Subject: [Cabs-talk] rumors and reality: cabs election?
>>>
>>>
>>>> Hello all,
>>>>
>>>> I understand that our state convention is in october, and at that
>>>> time is the anual cabs meeting. I've already been hearing rumors
>>>> swirlingabout regarding individuals who might be interested in
>>>> running for board positions that may or may not be up for election.
>>>> I'm wondering if there can't be a fourm where the membership can:
>>>> A. find about about whatexciting things cabs has planned or has in
>>>> the works for the cabs meeting
>>>>
>>>> B. hear about elections; and how they work
>>>> C. find out what positions are up for election.
>>>> D. who's running for what position and why.
>>>> I think it would be rather benifitial, to have all of the canadates
>>>> who wish to seek election in one place, talking about their
>>>> backgrounds, what they believe they would bring to the division to
>>>> strenthin it and be willing to answer any questions that the
>>>> membership might have.
>>>> I propose that if we do have something like this, that we have a
>>>> moderator who would ask two or three questions to the canadets
>>>> running for these positions as well.
>>>> I am interested to hear from the membership;anybody, really who
>>>> has a thought on this. I would encourage everybody as students to
>>>> chime in on the idea.
>>>> Thanks and have a splended evening.
>>>> best
>>>> Darian
>>>>
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>>> Message: 3
>>> Date: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 09:51:15 -0700
>>> From: Isabel arreola <twylyt74 at hotmail.com>
>>> Subject: Re: [Cabs-talk] rumors and reality: cabs election?
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>>> I completely endorse this proposal for such a forum . I am excited to
>>> see
>>> such interest in the chapter. Best of all, as a voter, it is nice to
>>> have a
>>> hoice of cadidates to represent me as a blind student.
>>> I nominate Angela Fouler to set up the web page.
>>>> Date: Sun, 9 Aug 2009 20:57:43 -0700
>>>> From: dsmithnfb at gmail.com
>>>> To: cabs-talk at nfbnet.org
>>>> Subject: [Cabs-talk] rumors and reality: cabs election?
>>>>
>>>> Hello all,
>>>>
>>>> I understand that our state convention is in october, and at that
>>>> time is the anual cabs meeting. I've already been hearing rumors
>>>> swirlingabout regarding individuals who might be interested in
>>>> running for board positions that may or may not be up for election.
>>>> I'm wondering if there can't be a fourm where the membership can:
>>>> A. find about about whatexciting things cabs has planned or has in
>>>> the works for the cabs meeting
>>>>
>>>> B. hear about elections; and how they work
>>>> C. find out what positions are up for election.
>>>> D. who's running for what position and why.
>>>> I think it would be rather benifitial, to have all of the canadates
>>>> who wish to seek election in one place, talking about their
>>>> backgrounds, what they believe they would bring to the division to
>>>> strenthin it and be willing to answer any questions that the
>>>> membership might have.
>>>> I propose that if we do have something like this, that we have a
>>>> moderator who would ask two or three questions to the canadets
>>>> running for these positions as well.
>>>> I am interested to hear from the membership;anybody, really who
>>>> has a thought on this. I would encourage everybody as students to
>>>> chime in on the idea.
>>>> Thanks and have a splended evening.
>>>> best
>>>> Darian
>>>>
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