President and Vice-President revoting

[ilsautomotive]

G'day all,

It seems the major events are coming thick and fast lately, and I've decided to take this opportunity to clean up the vague and messy 'Acting' positions that date back to an incident on our previous forums. Without going as far as digging up the Club rego debate at this stage, I think it would be a good idea to set up a vote to update/reinforce the highest positions of leadership.

President
As it stands, I have been 'Acting President' by default in the eternal wait for Club rego and democratic voting. However, many are happy with things as they are and it is unclear if/when that major step will be taken. My priority is not necessarily to voted back in, but to have the highest position taken by a responsible leader who will respect where we have come from and have a clear idea of where we are going.

Vice-President
Since the merger of the EA-ED and EF-EL Clubs in 2002, Sundeep (former EF-EL President) and Thanatos (EA-ED Vice-President) have both shared the E Series (Acting) Vice-President duty. Both are exceptional long-time members who deserve the fullest credit for helping to get us where we are. But unless there are objections, I feel that a single Vice-President would be sufficient now that the EA-ED and EF-EL merger is so far behind us.

I would recommend that revoting for these positions be a slightly more frequent event in future. A second point I'd like to make is that I would rather not go back to the days when there is a single person as Webmaster/President/Membership Officer/etc. There was a time when I was doing all these positions, and the Club has only improved since the workload was spread. For this reason, anyone with more than 1 Club position currently will not be eligible. This thread will be open for comments and objections.

If you wish to be a candidate for President or Vice-President (or both, but of course only one person per position!), please say so. There is no need for a 'speech' at this time - that will be the next step in a different thread and I'll provide instructions when the time comes.

Cheers!

Jack

[efgiar]

yeah ill be a candidate for the vice pres role. vote for pedro!

[GreenMachine]

Stirrings in the ranks! Fear and loathing on the campaign trail! I love it!

Ahem.

Seriously, I nominate 347stroker as vice-president. Great guy, well organised and willing to devote a bit of time to the whole E-series thing. Not sure if he's actually president material though...

[big_waity]

I second Nick's motion. I would probably want to nominate myself also, but I honestly don't know exactly what is involved. Any chance of a better job description?

[Polyal]

I dont think there are manu other people devoted to the e-series cause as 347stroker.

Whats the count at now?

[big_waity]

Originally Posted by Polyal

I dont think there are manu other people devoted to the e-series cause as 347stroker.

Whats the count at now?

3,856 Nah, seriously, I think it is about 11 or 12.

[GreenMachine]

just off the top of my head, there's currently:

- ELGT
- NL FBT
- XH XR8
- EL XR8
- NL Concorde
- ED something
- XG ute
- NF Fairlane
- EB XR8

at the Stroker residence. These are surely qualifications enough to get Matt in to high office within the club.

[Aaron_EF8]

I would like to nominate John (EFFalcon) for president, if he is willing to run for it.

[EDIT] I personally believe there is more to being E-Series president than owning lots of E-Series. If most of us had more money and sheds, I'm sure lots of us would have many E-Series. I'm not trying to have a go at anyone, I'm just stating my opinion.

[GreenMachine]

That's clearly not the only reason I nominated Matt...

[gozza]

i don't really care
if the persons does the job correctly then i don't really care

i vote the best person for the job

[big_waity]

Originally Posted by gozza

i don't really care
if the persons does the job correctly then i don't really care

i vote the best person for the job

Good to see you put some thought into your vote.

Actually, that is a good point though. It doesn't really matter who it is, so long as they do their job properly. Which brings up the question I asked earlier - what is the president's job?

I would really like to know what the job entails. I would like to know what the person I vote for will be required to do. I want to make sure that I vote for the person I beleive best for the job. Without knowing what it is they have to do, then there is little or no point in voting.

[gozza]

well i don't know what to say waity
i read the forum when i have nothing to do at work
i only personally know 2 members and i don't know what is required for the position

personally everything has and is working fine
i don't have any dramas
whats there to be dramas about?

i can't vote on anyone because
a) i don't know them
b) i don't know whats required in the role
c) i really don't care lol

as long as i can log on and look at peoples posts im happy

[efgiar]

for the role of president id say they would need to take care of all the public stuff, keeping the club stable and apointing people in conjunction with the vice pres. other roles like organising meets and bbq days would be the way to go, this club should be stronger with the permant apointed president and vice president roles. id also like to see john get the president role because he knows his stuff thats of course if he wanted the position, maybe a little turned off after whats been happening in the last few days.

[big_waity]

Sorry gozza, I wasn't directing most of that at you. I was more asking the questions of someone who can answer me. Not sure who that is. I figure it is probably Trouty. But I'm not sure.

[big_waity]

Should there perhaps bea seperate president for each state? Given that it would be difficult/expensive for the president to jetset around the country to be at events? Not to mention that it would also be unfair for those not in the area. For example; if the president lives in Country NSW, it would be difficult for him to visit Perth. Just my thought.

[gozza]

Originally Posted by big_waity

Sorry gozza, I wasn't directing most of that at you. I was more asking the questions of someone who can answer me. Not sure who that is. I figure it is probably Trouty. But I'm not sure.

your sweet man
i didn't think you were
i was just explaining my processes

[big_waity]

Originally Posted by gozza

your sweet man
i didn't think you were
i was just explaining my processes

Are you hitting on me? And yeah, I fully understand your reasons for not caring.

[stockstandard]

+1 vote for john - he has demonstrated he is up to the task. Dont blame him if doesnt want to though.

[montyv8]

Originally Posted by big_waity

Should there perhaps bea seperate president for each state?

thats what the 'State Reps' are for.

[gozza]

Originally Posted by big_waity

Are you hitting on me? And yeah, I fully understand your reasons for not caring.

all depends how much you want me big fella

lol i sorta thought it would be interpreted that way
i meant no worries lol

[big_waity]

Originally Posted by montyv8

thats what the 'State Reps' are for.

Ah... It is now that I realise there are state reps. Excellent. Who be the state rep for Sunny Queensland - the smart state.

Also, thanks for the offer Gozzam but I think I will pass for now. ;)

[gozza]

Originally Posted by big_waity

Ah... It is now that I realise there are state reps. Excellent. Who be the state rep for Sunny Queensland - the smart state.

Also, thanks for the offer Gozzam but I think I will pass for now. ;)

:yeees:

[GreenMachine]

Originally Posted by Falcon Unbeliev

LukeyN is the QLD rep, can't remember his exact username now :P

i'm curious as to what 347Stroker has done for the E-Series Owners Club to support his presidency?

- Passionate, life long commitment to Ford cars, and a particular interest in E-series
- Excellent management skills - the man runs a very successful business almost single-handed
- Personable, easy to talk to, helpful
- Has always supported new Ford fans and new forums members, myself being one of those

Matt hasn't asked for me to start flying this particular flag, and would probably decline any official office in the E-series club. But I still think he's the man for the job.

[big_waity]

Lukey039 - Just checked it. I don't beleive I have ever read any of his posts. Wonder how much input he has?

[GreenMachine]

Originally Posted by Falcon Unbeliev

i'm not denying he's a good bloke, how ever surely someone with a proven passion for the club and proven track record within the club would be more suited?

None of those things I listed were related to Matt being a good bloke. He is a good bloke, and he can sink beers and B&H Smooth's like a champion. However, the things I listed directly relate to his ability to run a Ford-focused club.

Fortunately, opinions are like err... Falcons? Nearly everyone has one, and a lot of them suck. Feel free to disregard any of the above.

Do you have anyone to put forward, Falcon Unbeliev?

[big_waity]

Originally Posted by GreenMachine

Do you have anyone to put forward, Falcon Unbeliev?

Methinks me knows the answer!

[4.9 EF Futura]

Greenmachine - call them extra milds mate

Id like to see John get up but as mentioned by others, would understand why this may not come to fruition.

Jack seems like a good person, devoted to the cause. I assume eastern states residence is preferable for nomination purposes?

[RavenLS1]

Originally Posted by big_waity

Methinks me knows the answer!

tell us!! :

[big_waity]

Originally Posted by THE_RAVEN

tell us!! :

I think he answered it himself there in post 29...

[SWOOP]

JT so far I believe you have been sole person for this

so JT you get my vote and next inline for the job should at least work side by side for a period with you on this subject to get the results needed