[Nfbf-l] Elections at 2015 State Convention

Thu Jan 8 22:50:58 UTC 2015

Very well put , Kathy. Thanks for your wise comments.  

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> On Jan 8, 2015, at 1:33 PM, Kathy Davis via Nfbf-l <nfbf-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Yes, Lenora, in recent years I notice that those running for office in the
> NFBF lean toward the surprise factor and choose not to announce their
> candidacy via the list. Wouldn't it be interesting if our public elections
> were held similarly? Certainly having lots of money to support a campaign
> wouldn't be necessary. Of course, the voting public wouldn't know much if
> anything when they go to cast their votes. Guess I would have the tendency
> not to vote at all.  Being apprised of a person's qualifications and their
> vision for the future is crucial. I believe that the same is true for those
> seeking a position on the NFBF Board of Directors. Certainly this was the
> case for many years when I held various positions on the board including the
> two terms when I ran and was elected to the office of NFBF President.
>    It was helpful and informative when candidates posted to the list
> indicating their qualifications and their platform for the future of the NFB
> of Florida. Having only three to five minutes to tell our members what we
> are all about during elections is hardly adequate in my opinion.    
> 
> 
> Have a terrific day and I look forward to seeing you very soon.
> 
> Kathy Davis
> NFBF Past President 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfbf-l [mailto:nfbf-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Lenora J.
> Marten via Nfbf-l
> Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2015 10:45 AM
> To: dlaiblcrowe at att.net; nfbf-l at nfbnet.org
> Subject: Re: [Nfbf-l] Elections at 2015 State Convention
> 
> 
> Hi Darlene - I don't want to comment on who's running for election or
> re-election because some people prefer to communicate that information in
> person at the convention. While someone usually suggests that people post to
> the list, most choose to communicate on a more personal level. 
> 
> That being said, there have been some years where those initially running or
> running for re-election have posted to the list. 
> 
> Wish I could be of more help... 
> 
> If you have a question concerning a certain board member or position, I
> would suggest e-mailing that person directly. 
> 
> 
> Lenora 
> 
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Darlene Laibl-Crowe <dlaiblcrowe at att.net>
> To: 'Lenora J. Marten' <bluegolfshoes at aol.com>; 'NFB of Florida Internet
> Mailing List' <nfbf-l at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wed, Jan 7, 2015 3:43 pm
> Subject: RE: [Nfbf-l] Elections at 2015 State Convention
> 
> 
> Hi, Lenora!
> 
> Thanks for this info!  I have some questions.
> 
> Are all whose positions are opening up running for re-election?  I realize
> that is not the case for Johnny...so sorry to hear about her passing.  She
> will be missed.
> 
> I would like to hear from these individuals who are running for re-election.
> Can they share their thoughrs on their positions, past term (progress) and
> what can be expected for the next term?
> 
> Thanks so much,
> Darlene
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfbf-l [mailto:nfbf-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Lenora J.
> Marten via Nfbf-l
> Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2015 2:47 PM
> To: woutman at earthlink.net; nfbf-l at nfbnet.org
> Subject: Re: [Nfbf-l] Elections at 2015 State Convention
> 
> 
> Hi everyone, here is the list of which NFBF State Board positions are up for
> election or re-election for 2015. With Johnnie's passing, there are six
> positions:
> 
> president, two year term - currently held by Dan Hicks 2nd vice president,
> two year term - currently held by Denise Valkema secretary, two year term -
> currently held by Lenora Marten board position, two year term - currently
> held by Jim Ellsworth board position, two year term - currently held by Paul
> Martinez board position, one year term - vacant (previously Johnnie
> Slayton's position)
> 
> The positions that are not up for election or re-election are:
> 
> 1st vice president, two year term until 2016 - currently held by Peter
> Cerullo treasurer, two year term until 2016 - currently held by Gloria Hicks
> board member, two year term until 2016 - currently held by Miranda Kilby
> 
> In the event that an NFBF board member runs and is elected to another
> position, their currently held position will also be up for election.
> 
> I hope that clears up what positions will be decided on Monday, Jan 19. 
> I do realize by the time Monday morning rolls around it's really tempting to
> just take off and head home early. However, keep in mind that your vote
> really does count!! It was just two years ago where a position was decided
> by just one vote.
> 
> Kathy makes a great point that if you do wish to run for a position it is an
> excellent idea to post to this list as to your vision for the future of
> NFBF. 
> Yes, during elections, you get three minutes to talk and address the
> membership, but sometimes those minutes go by faster than you think. 
> 
> If anyone has any other questions, just let me know and I'll do my best to
> answer them. 
> 
> See you in Ft. Lauderdale!
> 
> Lenora J. Marten, President
> 
> Florida Organization of Parents of Blind Children Secretary, NFB-FL Florida
> Rehabilitation Council for the Blind bluegolfshoes at aol.com
> 904-229-9554
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Bill Outman via Nfbf-l <nfbf-l at nfbnet.org>
> To: 'NFB of Florida Internet Mailing List' <nfbf-l at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Tue, Jan 6, 2015 12:34 pm
> Subject: Re: [Nfbf-l] Elections at 2015 State Convention
> 
> 
> Hi, Kathy and all.  
> Remembering that Peter Cerullo was elevated to first vice president last
> year, this means that president, second vice president, secretary and a pair
> of board positions are up for two year terms.  There were possibly a couple
> of one year elections for board seats where members resigned their seat or
> moved to another position.  This could cause some rearrangement of the deck
> chairs, so to speak.  
> 
> For those who may be new to the process, every year half the board is up for
> election, two of the board positions and in this case, three of the five
> constitutional officers, as there are nine total board members.  
> 
> This is my recollection at the moment.  
> 
> Bill Outman 
> 
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfbf-l [mailto:nfbf-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Kathy Davis via
> Nfbf-l
> Sent: Monday, January 05, 2015 10:16 PM
> To: NFB of Florida Internet Mailing List
> Subject: [Nfbf-l] Elections at 2015 State Convention
> 
> Hi Fellow Federationists,
> 
>                With our state convention only a short time away, it would
> be helpful to know what board positions are up for election. It would also
> be neat to know who is planning to run for these positions. No doubt we will
> have new members who are completely unfamiliar with the candidates. Others
> who have been around for a while just need to be familiarized with the open
> board seats for 2015. Posting to this subject line would be a wonderful
> avenue for members to become aware of those who are running for office. It
> would be an interesting discussion to learn about the qualifications of
> candidates as well as their vision for the future of the NFBF if they are
> elected. 
> 
>                I am hoping that we have an excellent turn out in Ft.
> Lauderdale and that everyone will arrive in good spirits ready to have a
> terrific convention. Many thanks to Tom and Deb Ryan and their chapter
> members for hosting us in Ft. Lauderdale. 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> With warmest regards,
> 
> 
> 
> Kathy Davis 
> 
> NFBF Past President 
> 
> 
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