Sep 2, 2006 – Day 5 – Summary of Motions – S&B Committee Closing Report

CLOSING REPORT

C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2006

STRUCTURE & BYLAWS REPORT

INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS

This Committee worked tirelessly to ensure that the Conference received the most comprehensive 2007 WSM. Our goal was to deliver motions to the floor that did not result in long, drawn-out discussion on the Conference floor. The Committee carried over 18 referrals from the 2005 WSC and received 32 referrals at the beginning of the 2006 WSC of which 20 resulted in motions, 1 will be held in Committee, 6 were referred to other Committees (including a referral to host an ice cream social). The Committee has created a sub-committee to create Committee guidelines to expedite the process to revise and deliver the WSM to the Conference and the fellowship. The Committee was honored to have 8 new delegates and 2 spectators.

Committee Introductions

Charles Nelson, Chair
Freeman Houston, Vice-Chair
Teresa Neighbors, co-Sec
Niki Morsovillo, co-Secretary
Anne Bouley, co-Secretary
Bobbie Harmon
Patrice Royal
Bryan Seid
Trevor Scheible
Nick Alexander
Keven Martens
Nicholas Lynn
Judith Marinoff
Michael Thomas
Matthew Sims
Teresa Adams
Mary McGrath
Bill Burmeier
Michael Chiki
Jeff Huffman
Kathrine Holland
Dan Flores
Bryan Bell
Khalid King
Tauri Bey
Fred Parker

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Gloria Bridgett

Referrals that Resulted in Motions

#4988

Please revise the election procedures for the Regional trustee candidates by regional assembly as set forth. These changes are suggested to address the inconsistency that “Separate” ballots are required for “Four Candidates or less,” but “secret” ballots are required for “five or more” and “seven or more” candidates, as well as the different slate requirements for the Pacific South.

“ELECTION PROCEDURES FOR REGIONAL TRUSTEE CANDIDATES BY REGIONAL ASSEMBLY

Each Area may submit one or more candidates for consideration to the Region. Each candidate must satisfy existing Trustee qualifications (see: Trustee qualifications, the WSBT service structure) and submit a completed service resume and statement of willingness to serve at the Regional Assembly in order to be considered.
The Regional Assembly will consider the candidates submitted by each Area for nomination as Trustee. The Regional Assembly should insure that all candidates submitted are qualified to serve as a Trustee as outlined herein.
The Pacific South Region shall annually elect up to six but not less than four candidates to fill Trustee positions as needed. The remaining six regions shall annually elect up to four but not less than two candidates to the World Service Conference (these candidates need not be present in order to be nominated or elected).
The slate of qualified candidates submitted shall be considered by the voting members of the Assembly.

A. FOUR MAXIMUM NUMBER OF CANDIDATES OR LESS (UP TO 6 CANDIDATES IN PACIFIC SOUTH, UP TO 1- 4 CANDIDATES IN OTHER REGIONS):

1. All candidates will be immediately submitted for two-thirds ratification of the voting members present by separate secret ballot for each candidate.

2. If two or more of the required minimum number of candidates (4 in Pacific South, 2 in other Regions) receive a two-thirds affirmative vote, then those candidates receiving a two-thirds affirmative vote shall be submitted by the Region as nominees for Trustee, subject to paragraph 5 below, and the Regional election process is completed.

3. If only one candidate receives a two-thirds affirmative vote, then that candidate and the number of candidate(s) or candidate receiving the next highest vote as needed to fill the minimum slate of candidates (4 in Pacific South, 2 in other Regions) shall be submitted by the Region as nominees for Trustee, subject to paragraph 5 below, and the Regional election process is completed.

4. If none of the candidates receive a two-thirds affirmative vote, then the candidates receiving the two highest affirmative votes as needed to fill

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the minimum slate of candidates (4 in Pacific South, 2 in other Regions) shall be submitted by the Region as nominees for Trustee, subject to paragraph 5 below, and the Regional election process is completed. If there is a tie amongst for the candidates needed to fill the minimum slate, receiving the second highest vote, then all three both of the tied candidates shall be submitted by the Region as nominees for Trustee, subject to paragraph 5 below, and the Regional election process is completed.

5. The two candidates receiving the highest number of votes pursuant to the above election process shall be designated as that Region’s candidates for Trustee-At-Large. The remaining two nominees receiving the next highest affirmative votes will be considered as the first and second alternate Trustee-at-Large candidates, and in that order, will replace any Trustee-at-Large candidate who is unwilling or unable to be considered during the term of his/her nomination.

B. FIVE OR MORE THAN THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF CANDIDATES (MORE THAN 6 CANDIDATES IN PACIFIC SOUTH, MORE THAN 4 CANDIDATES IN OTHER REGIONS):

First Ballot:

Each voting member of the Regional Assembly shall vote by secret ballot for up to four (4) the maximum number of candidates allowed on the Region’s slate (6 in Pacific South, 4 in other Regions).

In all Regions but the Pacific South, the four candidates receiving the highest number of votes shall then be considered in the Second Ballot. If the candidates receiving the fourth and fifth highest votes are tied, then the five candidates receiving the highest vote will be considered in the Second Ballot.

In the Pacific South, the six candidates receiving the highest number of votes shall then be considered in the Second Ballot. If the candidates receiving the sixth and seventh highest votes are tied, then the seven candidates receiving the highest vote will be considered in the Second Ballot.

Second Ballot:

All remaining candidates will be immediately submitted for two-thirds ratification of the voting members present. If number of four candidates being considered is equal to or less than the maximum number of candidates allowed on the Region’s slate (6 in Pacific South, 4 in other Regions), then the selection process follows the procedures for four or less candidates in subsection “A” above. If more than the maximum number of candidates are being considered, and all candidates receive two-thirds affirmative vote, then vote again for all candidates. If all candidates again receive two-thirds affirmative vote then draw the maximum number of names from a hat and leave the choice to God.”

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A. Motion

Amend pp. 28-29 in the WSM “ELECTION PROCEDURES FOR REGIONAL TRUSTEE CANDIDATES BY REGIONAL ASSEMBLY” starting with section A. so that it reads:

“A. FOUR MAXIMUM NUMBER OF Candidates or less (UP TO 6 CANDIDATES IN PACIFIC SOUTH, UP TO 1- 4 CANDIDATES IN OTHER REGIONS):

1.All candidates will be immediately submitted for two-thirds ratification of the voting members present by separate secret ballot for each candidate.

2.If two or more of the required minimum number of candidates (4 in Pacific South, 2 in other Regions) receive a two-thirds affirmative vote, then those candidates receiving a two-thirds affirmative vote shall be submitted by the Region as nominees for Trustee, subject to paragraph 5 below, and the Regional election process is completed.

3.If only one candidate receives a two-thirds affirmative vote, then that candidate and the number of candidate(s) or candidate receiving the next highest vote as needed to fill the minimum slate of candidates (4 in Pacific South, 2 in other Regions) shall be submitted by the Region as nominees for Trustee, subject to paragraph 5 below, and the Regional election process is completed.

4.If none of the candidates receive a two-thirds affirmative vote, then the candidates receiving the two highest affirmative votes as needed to fill the minimum slate of candidates (4 in Pacific South, 2 in other Regions) shall be submitted by the Region as nominees for Trustee, subject to paragraph 5 below, and the Regional election process is completed. If there is a tie amongst for the candidates needed to fill the minimum slate, receiving the second highest vote, then all three both of the tied candidates shall be submitted by the Region as nominees for Trustee, subject to paragraph 5 below, and the Regional election process is completed.

5.The two candidates receiving the highest number of votes pursuant to the above election process shall be designated as that Region’s candidates for Trustee-At-Large. The remaining two nominees receiving the next highest affirmative votes will be considered as the first and second alternate Trustee-at-Large candidates, and in that order, will replace any Trustee-at-Large candidate who is unwilling or unable to be considered during the term of his/her nomination.

B. FIVE OR MORE THAN THE MAXIMUM NUMBE OF CANDIDATES (MORE THAN 6 CANDIDATES IN PACIFIC SOUTH, MORE THAN 4 CANDIDATES IN OTHER REGIONS):

First Ballot:

Each voting member of the Regional Assembly shall vote by secret ballot for up to four (4) the maximum number of candidates allowed on the Region’s slate

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(6 in Pacific South, 4 in other Regions). The four candidates receiving the highest votes shall then be considered in the Second Ballot. If the candidates receiving the fourth and fifth highest votes are tied, then the five candidates receiving the highest vote will be considered in the Second Ballot.

Second Ballot:

(delete Section C. entirely)

Second

Tad Smith , Speak in favor of the motion.

Susan Buredau- Offers a FA , That the word God ,be replaced with a Higher Power”

Parliamentary Inquiry, Trevor Scheible, Mr. Chair does our accepting this FA Chair Yes

Kelley Colvin, Parliamentary Inquiry May I make a motion to suspend the rules to allow the Chair to not read the motion

Chair, Yes you can or we may make a motion of unanimous consent.

So moved .

Second

Seeing no objects. The re-reading of the motion is waived.

Prepare to vote on the Main Motion as amended above.

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Motion Passes unanimously.

#4623

The TEC Committee be comprised of 9 delegates and six trustees.

#4608

Include more delegates from Regions in the TEC process so that selection of trustees is done by an equal or greater number of delegates than existing trustees.

#3566

Please review and rewrite the TEC selection committee make up. Nine WSBT and six regional delegates lends the process to WSBT’s overloading the vote i.e., choosing the trustee’s they want. Please explore the possibilities of adding six additional regional delegates to offset the selection committee in favor of the fellowship and not the WSBT: 10 delegates, 9 WSBT, 19 total votes, 2/3=14 votes.

#4853

Have 2 members or votes from each region be members of the TEC, page 41 of the WSM. Reason: To have more delegates than Trustees.

A. Motion

Add 1 delegate per region to the TEC.

Second

Trevor Scheible. Speaks in favor of the motion . We had 40 odd referrals. We debated this long and hard. We felt it must be addressed.

Willy Bailey- Speak against the motion. It would take more delegates away from committee. It would increase the budget by at least 1000.00. It might intimidate the candidate as well

Bryan Bell, Speak in favor of the motion. More participation, God will speak through our fellowship.

Trust God and Group conscience.

Vinny Martin- Speak against the motion. It is great process , and I believe it works fine . I can not see that 7 or 8 more would make it work better

Nick Alexander- Speak in favor of the motion. This triangle that we talk about and the way this body functions. The final and ultimate authority is with this body. No one group can hold more than 2/3^rds of the ratification process. This motion is to change the balance back to the side it belongs to.

Gloria Bridget- Speak against the motion. The fellowship is 25 years old. The process works. Unless you have been on the TEC, you will never know what goes on in there.

You have been misinformed.

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Kalhib King- Speak against the motion. I look at my own experience. We voted in our Trustees to do business for us and I trust them to do there job. I trust the process.

Parliamentary Inquiry– Stacey Keyes Weston- How many members are

Chair- that is not a Parliamentary Inquiry it is a Point Of Information

Brian Tennenbaum speaks against the motion. Until you experience being a trustee you do not know what it is. I am here to make informed choices. Only the trustees can say what the job is like. The other members made good points too about bodies off the floor. Let people who know what the job is about, elect the next people who will do the job

Jay Finesilver- Speak against this motion. This process was set up in the 90’s. In the old days, we did this different. We set this up based on what AA and NA did. In order to have some spirit of what this is we did add the delegates to the process. The process has changed but not the number of members who vote. There are many arguments you can make either way. But I believe the process works. It is not broken .I believe this will add to length of the time to do the job. Balance between the right of participation of the delegates and the board. To think that we are all going to vote as block is just not accurate. 9^th Concept – Talks about the ultimate authority should not be taken lightly and it should not be changed if it is not broken.

Ethel Thomas.- Speaks in favor of the motion. All this motion is saying add more voices. We never said it doesn’t work.

Paul Bach- Speaks in favor of the motion- Trust the process, it makes me wonder and asks the question do you trust a Trustee more than a Delegate

Jackie Schickler- Speaks against the motion. We are just doing what the fellowship asked us to do. I believe in the integrity of the TEC. My experience is if a position is not filled it just makes more work for us. We talk this very seriously.

Cynthia Cronkhite- Speak against the motion. We worked very hard to clarify the process. No discussion amongst our board, privately. The ballots were counted by both the TEC and the delegates. My God is

Barry Haynes – Speaks against the motion. Looking at the 9^th concept regarding good service leaders. I try to make non emotional sound judgments of those members we put on the slate, then it is up to the TEC to pick the best from the best. I can speak tradition, principal and process on one side. But I must remember that I am drug addict, with emotion, defects etc.

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Teresa Adams, I speak in favor of the motion. I have much respect for this body and for the inverted pyramid. I am on the s and b . 40 referrals which perceived the process was weighted or holding more power. It was of great concern to me. If the people at the top of our triangle do not have faith, then it really doesn’t matter..

Call the question

Second.

Motion Passes, 2/3 majority

A. Motion

Add 1 delegate per region to the TEC.

Second

Motion Fails, with substantial unanimity.

Michael Chiki -5^th concept statement.

We worked on this very hard. This was not easy. We considered every referral we had. This isn’t about us and them. This is about the future of CA and the perceived weight of the vote in the TEC to the Trustee. We need to grow in all aspects. We may not have this board we have now. There is a possibility for the entire Trustee’s Board to vote in a block and to choose there own board members excluding the votes of the Delegate TEC’s. We worked very hard on this

Nick Alexander – 5^th concept statement

I just want to bring to this bodies attention the inverted triangle. We as a group believed that this referral came out of fear. A new delegate actually brought this up, it was how does this representation. I don’t want to say that the only place that the inverted triangle does not exist is in the TEC. Is the time worth letting the groups be the boss.

Break for lunch.

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#4958

Please clarify Standing Rule #5 regarding proxy procedures, as follows: “

Complete names, addresses (including zip codes,) and phone numbers of Conference Delegates and Alternate Delegates, with the number of votes being carried by each must be submitted in writing, to the World Service Office 120 days prior to the World Service Conference.
If an Area desires to send its votes other than by its Delegates or Alternate Delegates designated in subparagraph 5(a) above, it must send a written proxy to

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be submitted to the Conference Chairperson by the beginning of the World Service Conference. If, prior to the WSC, an Alternate Delegate replaces a duly designated Delegate, the Chairperson of the Area shall submit a written Certification of Transfer form to the Conference Chairperson by the beginning of the WSC.

c) A Delegate or Alternate Delegate may proxy one vote to another Conference Delegate or Alternate Delegate representing the same Region.

d) An Area that is otherwise not represented at the Conference may proxy a maximum of one vote to a Conference Delegate or Alternate Delegate from another Area within the same Region.

e) No Delegate or Alternate Delegate can carry more than a total of two votes at the Conference.

f) A Trustee may proxy his/her one vote to another trustee, and a member of the WSOB may also proxy his/her one vote to another member of the WSOB. Proxies in this instance shall be applicable for the day or days when the Trustee or WSOB member will not be in attendance on the conference floor. (The WST and WSOT are members of the WSBT under this provision.)

g) A vote may be proxied one time only.”

A. Motion

To amend p.36 of the WSM as follows

a) “Complete names, complete mailing addresses (including zip codes) and phone numbers…”

Second.

Chair – would you like to speak to motion?

Motion carries unanimously.

B. Motion

To amend p.36 of the WSM as follows:

5. b) “If an area desires to send its votes other than by its Delegates or Alternate Delegates in subparagraph 5(a) above, it must send a written proxy to be submitted to the Conference Chairperson by the beginning of the World Service Conference. If, prior to the WSC, an Alternate Delegate replaces a duly designated Delegate, the Chairperson of the Area shall submit a written Certification of Transfer form to the Conference Chairperson by the beginning of the WSC.

c) A Delegate or Alternate Delegate may proxy one vote to another Conference Delegate or Alternate Delegate representing from another Area within the same Region. An Area that is otherwise not represented at the Conference may proxy a maximum of one vote to a Conference Delegate from another Area within the same Region. No Delegate or Alternate Delegate can carry more than a total of two votes at the Conference.”

Second.

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Chair – would you like to speak to your motion?

Mary McGrath – no

Scott Keaveny – we may transfer one proxy vote to another to another area within the same region. In the Area in which I serve, we have a District and Area. How am I supposed to know who would knowledgeably represent the Area’s/District’s need?

Tad Smith – is the intent to stop the shuffling and changing of votes between delegates at the conference?

Chair – the smallest amount of period of time that can be proxied is one day. I’ll allow the committee to address their intent.

Tad Smith – the proxy forms have to be given to the Chair prior to the conference.

Chair – if an Area wants to proxy its votes to someone other than Delegate/Alternate Delegate, they must submit prior to the conference.

Susan Bredau – speaks in favor of this motion. I can think of situation within my region where this motion would be helpful. Central California hasn’t been able to send delegate for the last two years. San Fernando has enough delegates that they could cover that vote for Central California. I’m sure this isn’t the only situation such as this.

Cynthia Cronkhite – Point of Information – language different than the referral. Why did you decide to strike the language?

Bryan Seid – believes there is some redundancy in that paragraph.

Cynthia Cronkhite – were you attempting to open the door for transfer of numerous votes? The prior language restricts that amount of proxies would be limited to one vote. Are you saying that they can proxy all of their votes?

Bryan Seid – that was not the intention. Motion to table until after lunch.

Second.

Chair –this is a non debatable motion .

Motion to table passed.

#4955

Please insert into the WSM the following language in a new section just before Regional Service Assembly:

“Regional Conventions, many regions throughout our fellowship hold a regional convention on a rotating basis once a year. In some instances, the regional service assembly is held in conjunction with these conventions, but not always. The region

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itself establishes the rotation of the hosting of these conventions and also how the net proceeds are retained/distributed.”

A. Motion

Insert the following paragraph on p.27 at the end of the “Regional Service Assembly” section, 4^th paragraph, above “Regional Caucus:”

Regional Conventions, many areas within the regions throughout our fellowship hold a regional convention on a rotating basis once a year. In some instances, the regional service assembly is held in conjunction with these conventions, but not always. At the Regional assembly, the Areas will establish the rotation of the hosting of these conventions and also how the net proceeds are distributed.

Second

Chair – would like to speak to your motion?

Dan Flores – no Sir.

Greg Baron – Point of Information – there is a discrepancy – this new section just before Regional Service assembly and in the motion is states to insert at the end. Just wondering the reason for that.

Charles Nelson – going right above Regional Caucus.

Earl Henderson – Point of Information – when did it become allowable for Regions to retain funds? To the best of my knowledge, Regions don’t retain any funds.

Bryan Seid – this does not give them the provision to keep the money, it allows them to handle the process on how it is dispersed.

Bobbie Harmon – Clarifying the question. This is for regions that don’t normally have conventions. The areas within region don’t always host the regional.

Dan Santa Maria – wondering if you might – 1^st line – …many regions…In fact it is usually areas within the regions that host the conventions. Friendly amendment.

Charles – accepted.

Scott Keavney – Friendly amendment …are retained and then distributed.

Charles Nelson – not accepted. But we would like to make an amendment to our motion.

Chair – it is permissible.

Charles Nelson – last sentence strike

Elizabeth Saldabar – on last sentence, would it be clear …from an Area within the region…making it consistent with what is stated earlier in the motion. Being very clear

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about money and regions holding money would be helpful. That the Area is holding money instead of a region.

Tad Smith – friendly amendment – any Regional caucuses not conflict with golf tournament.

Chair – Out of order. Any further debate/discussion or does the committee have any further amendments?

Felicia Adams – Point of Information – is there something stricken from motion, was something added in its place.

Chair – explains what was stricken.

Elizabeth Saldavar – has ability to offer friendly amendment. On last sentence to add working after “distributed …from the Area within the region. Or the “hosting” area to keep it really clear.

Charles Nelson – don’t accept. Would like to amend our motion since there has been no debate. At the Regional assembly, the Areas will establish the rotation of the hosting of these conventions and also how the net proceeds are distributed.

Bryan Bell – requested to see the motion as amended. (Motion repeated)

A. Motion

Insert the following paragraph on p.27 at the end of the “Regional Service Assembly” section, 4^th paragraph, above “Regional Caucus:”

Bryan Bell – Point of Information – the way I read it, it says the Areas will establish the rotation. Lots of people in my region would interpret to read, that my Area would have a vote at my Area meeting and they would be the deciding factor on how distributions. Sorry, will speak later.

Tad Smith – speaks against the motion because the Regional caucus will not determine what my Area will do with the proceeds. The Host will determine the distribution process of the proceeds.

Elizabeth Saldebar – doesn’t believe the amendment address where the money is physically. The way it is written now, it’s not clear where the money is being held. Such a regional banking account. It is held within an Area and distributed within other Areas.

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Willie Bailey – motion to refer back to committee. Second.

Motion to refer back to committee carries.

Chair – It is now 12:10 pm. Our scheduled lunch break is 1.5 hours. Will convene at 1:40 pm.

***Lunch Break at 12:10 pm****

Chair – call the meeting to order at 1:50 pm. As soon as S&B breaks their huddle, we are ready to resume.

Charles Nelson – Mr. Chair, Motion to remove Referral #4958 from the table.

Second.

Motion carries unanimously.

Charles Nelson – we have actually amended the motion.

B. Motion

To amend p.36 of the WSM as follows:

5. b) “If an area desires to send its votes other than by its Delegates or Alternate Delegates in subparagraph 5(a) above, it must send a written proxy to be submitted to the Conference Chairperson by the beginning of the World Service Conference. If, prior to the WSC, an Alternate Delegate replaces a duly designated Delegate, the Chairperson of the Area shall submit a written Certification of Transfer form to the Conference Chairperson by the beginning of the WSC.

c) A Delegate or Alternate Delegate may proxy one vote to another Conference Delegate or Alternate Delegate representing from another Area within the same Region. An Area that is otherwise not represented at the Conference may proxy a maximum of one vote to a Conference Delegate or Alternate Delegate from another Area within the same Region. No Delegate or Alternate Delegate can carry more than a total of two votes at the Conference.”

Second.

Chair – would you like to speak to your motion?

Charles Nelson – yes

Scott Botz – Point of Order – I was trying to follow along and it looks like there are a lot of changes from what you previously handed out to reflect the changes?

Chair – no. Motions are amended all the time and additional report not required.

Charles Nelson – cleaning up language in manual to allow for proxying of votes.

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Dan Santa Maria – Point of Information – could you explain limiting area proxy to one vote.

Charles Nelson – didn’t.

Bryan Bell – Friendly amendment. Formerly struck out section. Add Alternate Delegate.

Charles Nelson – accepted.

Dan Santa Maria – please explain the limiting of one vote.

Trevor Scheible – not changing, already in there. We left it in to encourage participation at the Conference. So we don’t end up with an Area proxying all 3 of their votes.

Chair – no further debate.

Motion carries with minor opposition.

#4909

Please revise the first paragraph of the description of a regional service assembly to clarify how an area’s votes are distributed amongst its representatives:

“A region should hold a Service Assembly at least once per year, preferably five months prior to the annual World Service Conference. The regional service assembly should be hosted by one Area. Attendance is open to all C.A. members; however, voting is exclusive to those members representing the region: Trustees residing in the Region, WSC delegates, and Area Chairpersons. Each Area shall have the same number of votes at the Assembly as it would have at the Conference, to be carried by its Delegates and/or Alternate Delegates. WSC Delegates may carry no more than two votes at the Regional Assembly (one proxy pursuant to WSC voting procedures).

Additionally, tThe Area Chairperson haos one vote-at the assembly also which may be proxied to another area trusted servant or to a delegate so long as no delegate has more than two votes. may carry no more than one additional vote. Voting agenda should include only the selection of Trustee Candidates pursuant to the procedures outlined herein and proposed location for future Regional Assemblies. It is suggested that the Regional Assembly adopt the C.A. manual to govern its proceeding and voting process. The regional assembly can then make appropriate modification.”

Please also clarify the voting status of the assembly chairperson. Does the reference to “chairperson (voting member)” mean that the chairperson is to be elected from amongst the voting members? If so, does the chairperson retain his or her vote (s), or does the chair loose the right to vote unless there is a tie? Does the chairperson have the ability to proxy his or her vote(s) and if so how would this affect the voting in case of a tie?

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A. Motion

Amend p. 27 of the WSM in the following manner:

“REGIONAL SERVICE ASSEMBLY

Following the paragraph “A Region should hold…appropriate modifications.”

Suggested Agenda

Opening Prayer
12 Traditions
Roll Call
Establish voting
Elect a Chairperson
Business

Second.

Greg Baron – Point of Information – although spirit of referral was about voting, your motion doesn’t address that in any way, just the suggested agenda.

Cynthia Cronkhite – speaks against motion. Referral came out of WSBT. The agenda regional assembly is similar to meeting that I’ve attended. We suggested the voting change because the suggested agenda doesn’t give a solution.

Tad Smith – Point of Information – would this committee consider taking back to committee to actually address the referral.

Charles Nelson – we did discuss and believe we have provided a solution.

Greg Baron – speaks reluctantly against the motion. Another motion could be brought up the other problems; it doesn’t address any of the issues in the referral. Not a good idea to encourage addressing referrals in this way. We have had these voting concerns in the past and voting rights at the caucus level can be packed by one group and level of representation may be diluted for outlying areas. It should go back to committee.

Scott Botz – I would like it when there is a referralfor the secretary to show full referral.

Felicia Adams – Point of Information – there looks like some new language. The bolded print was suggested language and it’s not a part of the motion.

Charles Nelson – not at this time.

Bryan Bell – speak in favor of the motion. Understand about the confusion of Cynthia’s discussion. Found that if Chair of meeting follows the meeting as it states (reads from manual about voting at Regional assembly). If you follow the rules, it is very simple. Problems occur that we allow those who can vote is to allow others to vote. I would read that to establishing the quorum.

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Carl Warlick – motion to refer to Committee. Second.

Chair – no debatable. Motion to refer back to committee passes.

Charles Nelson – we will take the second part of this motion back to committee also. (motion below)

B. Motion

Amend p. 27 of the WSM in the following manner:

“REGIONAL CAUCUS”

During the WSC, the WS Convention, or at other times necessary to conduct the business of the Region, the Region may hold a Regional Caucus. The Caucus may determine the appropriate voting procedures.

Suggested Agenda

Opening Prayer
12 Traditions
Roll Call
Establish voting
Elect a Chairperson
Business

During the WSC, each Region shall hold at least one Regional Caucus. It shall be attended by all WSC Delegates, Alternate Delegates, Conference & Committee Officers, and Trustees within the Region. The first order of business is to establish voting qualifications.”

#5448

While the WSBT was preparing to present to the delegates a summary of duties, responsibilities and more, a question arose as to current Delegate responsibility #12 on page 24 of the WSM (2006). (“It is the Delegate’s responsibility to ensure that their WSC Committee is in action throughout the year and that quarterly Committee reports are sent to the WSO”). To our knowledge, no committee ever actually sends the WSO a quarterly Report. Accordingly, it makes sense to combine that language in #12 into current language in #9 and then deleting existing #12. This would get us down to the magical number of 12 points versus 13. We also suggest modifying point 7 to clarify language about Delegates having service positions at the local and District level and about only serving one term.

We refer this matter to Structures and Bylaws to present and make the following motion:

Motion to amend page 24 of the WSM to modify points #7 through #13 of the Delegate responsibilities as follows:

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“7. Delegates provide C.A. leadership by helping to solve local problems involving the C.A. Traditions. In the spirit of this leadership need, it is suggested that if possible, Delegates and Alternate Delegates not hold any other service commitments at the group, district or area level. Further, in the spirit of rotation, delegates should only serve one term and not consecutive terms.

Delegates visit Groups in their Districts/Areas and are sensitive to their needs and reactions. They should learn how the Groups have reacted to Conference reports. Delegates know communication is a two-way street, with information moving in both directions.
Delegates serve on a World Service Conference Committee. It is the Delegate’s responsibility to work closely with other members of their WSC Committee to ensure that it is in action throughout the year.
Delegates keep Alternate Delegates fully informed so that the Alternate can replace the Delegate in an emergency.
Delegates shall help all newly elected WSC Delegates from their Areas by passing on knowledge of WSC procedures.
They are also responsible for contacting the Regional Trustee at least once per quarter to provide the Trustee with Area reports and updates.”

A. Motion

Amend p. 24 number 7 of the WSM as follows:

“Delegates provide C.A. leadership by helping to solve local problems involving the C.A. Traditions. In the spirit of this leadership need, it is suggested that if possible Delegates and Alternate Delegates not hold any other service commitments at the district, or area level. Further, in the spirit of rotation, wherever possible, Delegates should only serve one term and not consecutive terms.”

Second.

Chair – any debate. Prepare to vote.

Motion passes with substantial unanimity.

Mike Gartrell – Motion to reconsider. Second.

Mike Gartrell – there were people who didn’t have an opportunity to debate the motion.

Barry Haynes – speaks against motion to reconsider. The conference floor spoke loudly how they feel about the motion.

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Greg Baron – speak in favor of the motion to reconsider. It is important for us to hear minority opinions especially if there is some question that someone feels that they got the fast shuffle.

Willie Bailey – speak against the motion. The information is passed out in ample time for everyone to review prior to presentation on the floor.

Bryan Bell – speak in favor of motion to reconsider. I happen to sit in front of the gentleman who didn’t get to debate and it’s hard to be seen. All voices should be heard.

Scott Keaveny – call for the vote.

Chair – not debatable.

Debate is closed on motion to reconsider.

Prepare to vote. Motion fails.

Bryan Seid – Parliamentary Inquiry – could you please explain what a 5^th Concept statement.

Chair – invite Rick Delgado to give 5^th Concept statement.

Rick Delgado – Any language about Delegates and Alternate delegates serving in only one position. There are not many people to serve. With the motion it will not allow Delegates/Alternate Delegates to serve in other areas.

Chair – there is no language in the motion to prevent anyone from serving in other positions.

B. Motion

Amend p.24 number 9 of the WSM as follows:

“Delegates serve on a WSCC. It is the delegate’s responsibility to work closely with other members of their WSC committee to ensure that it is in action throughout the year”.

Second.

Chair – any debate? Seeing none.

Motion carries unanimously.

C. Motion

Delete p.24 #12 of the WSM and re-number.

Second.

Chair – care to speak to motion.

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Niki Morsovillo – we have included #12 in #9 but deleting the part regarding quarterly reports.

Chair – prepare to vote.

Motion carries with minor opposition.

#4960

For reasons that escape us, the world service office trustee, who is clearly a member of the world service office board is omitted in the WSM on page 44 as being a member of such board. We refer this matter to Structure and bylaws to present and make the following motion: Motion to amend page 44 of WSM to include the World Service Office Trustee as a member of the World Service Office Board. The new language is in the middle of that page and would if passed read as follows:

Chairperson Vice Chairperson

Secretary Treasurer

Director(s)-at-large World service Trustee

Paid Director (or equivalent) World Service Office Trustee

A. Motion

Add text “world service office trustee” on page 44 under the words world service trustee under members of the WSO so that it reads:

“Chairperson Vice Chairperson

Secretary Treasurer

Director(s)-at-large World Service Trustee

Paid Director (or equivalent)

World Service Office Trustee”

Chair – no debate

Motion passes unanimously.

#4908

Please revise the WSOB of directors interview process on pages 44-45 of the WSM, as

Follows:

World Service Office Board of Directors Interview Process:

Directors of the World Service Office Board (WSOB) to be interviewed by the World Service Board of Trustee’s (WSBT):

The WSOB Chairmanperson
The WSOB Treasurer
The WSO paid Director(s)

Directors or volunteers of the World service office board (WSOB) to be interview by the current world Service office board:

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All directors other than the WSOB chair, WSOB treasurer and WSO paid Director(s).
The NewsGgram Editor
The Web-master
Archives

Process of the Candidate Interview:

Except for the paid director, the potential candidate must have attended at least two WSOB meetings prior to submitting their resume to either the WSBT or the WSOB.
Except for the paid director, complete a service resume and submit it to either the chair of the interviewing board WSBT or WSOB.
Chair of interviewing either Board to set time of interview with the entire WSBT or WSOB board.
Chair of interviewing either Board to introduce the process of the questions to the candidate.
Chair of the interviewing Board shall contact candidates not selected during the process and advise them of the outcome prior to notifying the candidate chosen.
The list of interview questions for the candidates shall remain confidential.

The Board of Directors of CAWSO shall be elected…

A. Motion

To amend p.44 of the WSM as follows:

World Service Office Board of Directors Interview Process:

Directors of the World Service Office Board (WSOB) to be interviewed by the World Service Board of Trustee’s (WSBT):

The WSOB Chairmanperson
The WSOB Treasurer
The WSO paid Director(s)

Directors or volunteers of the World service office board (WSOB) to be interviewed by the current world Service office board:

All directors other than the WSOB chair, WSOB treasurer and WSO paid Director(s).
The NewsGgram Editor
The Web-masterservant
Archives

Process of the Candidate Interview:

Except for the paid director, the potential candidate must have attended at least two WSOB meetings prior to submitting their resume to either the WSBT or the WSOB.
Except for the paid director, complete a service resume and submit it to either the chair of the applicable interviewing board WSBT or WSOB.

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Chair of either Interviewing Board to set time of interview. with the entire WSBT or WSOB board.
Chair of either Interviewing Board to introduce the process of the questions to the candidate.
Chair of the interviewing Board shall contact candidates not selected during the process and advise them of the outcome prior to notifying the candidate chosen.
The list of interview questions for the candidates shall remain confidential.

The Board of Directors of CAWSO shall be elected…

Second.

Chair – any debate on the motion.

Richard Schafer – Webservant – one word.

Motion carries unanimously.

#4919

That S&B create a well defined procedure with a timeline to guarantee the smooth and safe production of the World Service Manual.

Motion

Add a sentence to the S & B Statement of purpose on p.33 of the WSM so that it reads:

“To formulate bylaws, guidelines and structures by which this organization can operate, day-to-day, at Conferences and elsewhere. Maintaining the validity integrity of the WSM by adding Conference approved changes that should be distributed to the fellowship in the first quarter of the year following the conference.”

Second.

Chair – any debate.

Greg Baron – Point of Information – did you mean by this added sentence that the conference changes should be distributed of the year following the conference? Might be construed to be an additional year.

Michael Chiki – in March of the following year.

Dan Santa Maria – Point of Information – maintaining the validity…would it be invalid.

Michael Chiki – no that is not the intent.

Bryan Seid – that is the biggest word we could find to put it at that point. We just wanted to make sure that the work we do here. I picked the word so that you would have the feeling “this is valid.”

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Chair – it’s not just about being current, but also accurate.

Dan Santa Maria – offering Friendly amendment – to read “maintain the value of the WSM…”

Charles Nelson – don’t accept. Has there been debate. We would like to amendment.

Maintain integrity.

Mona Ibrahim – Point of Information – maintaining the validity…only the changes, not the manual. Friendly amendment – use the word “accuracy.”

Michael Chiki – don’t accept.

Willie Bailey – Motion to refer back to committee.

Second.

Chair – not debatable

Motion fails with substantial unanimity.

Susan Bredau – Point of Information – what does this do in terms of deadlines for all changes to the WSM per committee? What effect does this have on committees have on getting changes to WSO?

Bryan Seid – absolutely nothing. This manual is a suggested manual. The word is “should”. We are trying to put together a timeline to getting the work done here into the manual, etc. Get to the office by end of December so it can be in February mailing. Nowhere does it say mandatory dates.

Mona Ibrahim – Friendly amendment – “maintaining…,”strike the integrity of the…

Tish Une – Point of Order – never mind.

Motion carries unanimously.

***Break***Back at 3:15 pm

#4850

Page 14 under Financial Guidelines item 12 should have some language for “Group Level” such as “Home Group Members”.

A. Motion

Amend p.14 #12 of the WSM so that it reads:

“At the Group level, it is recommended that two group members be accountable for Group funds.”

Second.

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Chair – any debate.

Vinny Martin – Parliamentary Inquiry – since this is at the Group level and discussing group funds can we agree that is it housekeeping issue and move on.

Chair – I can. I rule this housekeeping issue.

#4915

Please insert the following into the statement of policy of the WSM (page 13) in a new paragraph just before the box on that page:

“The service body granting the use of the CA logo shall so be responsible for ensuring that the proper CA logo, with applicable trademarks as shown below, is used on all printed materials and memorabilia.”

A. Motion

Insert just before the last first box at the bottom of on page 13 of the WSM the following paragraph:

“The service body granting the use of the CA logo shall be responsible for ensuring that the proper CA logo, with applicable trademarks as shown below, is used on all printed materials and memorabilia.”

Second.

Chair – any debate?

Susan Bredau – Friendly amendment to add after word memorabilia “and available to the fellowship.”

Anne Bouley – don’t accept.

Kathy Jo Rangno – Friendly amendment – strike “and memorabilia.”

Anne Bouley – no

Scott Keaveny – Point of Information – are you implying that the logo has to be in the exact size?

Anne Bouley – no to the question regarding size.

Greg Baron – Point of Information – is the intent that there should be no changing of the logo when it used? But the way it is worded here, it could be construed as meaning if the service body agrees to allow use of the logo, it has to be as it is here.

Bobbie Harmon – this is to insure that the Area is responsible to make sure the logo is intact. Sitting in the circle with nothing touching it, with the trademark. That is all the intent.

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Greg Baron – you are not intending to require that every piece of memorabilia have the logo on it. Just that is has to be used as directed.

Mona Ibrahim – friendly amendment – strike the word “all”.

Anne Bouley – don’t accept.

Cynthia Cronkhite – speak in favor of motion. On Page 13 of manual in entirety, statement of policy of who can use, etc. Only applies if the group conscience is to use the logo but is so chosen, must use properly.

Kathy Jo Rangno – Point of Information – what about the foreign logo that have no trademark? Could we have other logos in the box?

Bobbie Harmon – intent was just English and we will deal with the foreign logos as they come in.

Bryan Bell – Point of Information – My reading on Page 13, paragraph between 2 boxes (read paragraph). When I see the word “only” at the top and then the other stuff is listed, it sounds like it says that we can use, display, etc. items with the CA logo on it. Our area interprets it that way and I would like to know.

Barry Haynes – Point of Order – was the last Point of Information in reference to what we are discussing now?

Chair – I was just thinking about that. Trustees conferring with Bryan Bell.

Cynthia Cronkhite – the confusion came up because referral asked for language to be inserted before a box on the page. Committee added at last box and referral meant first box. Friendly amendment to move in motion.

Willie Bailey – Motion to call to question. Second Chair – not debatable

Bryan Seid – Point of Order – was there for/against in the line? I don’t believe we heard any opposition.

Chair – there were people in line. Do any of those people wish to speak for/against the motion or did they just have inquiries? It appears not. Motion to close debate is moot.

Motion carries unanimously.

#4953

Please reference in the WSM the existence and location of the 12-point pamphlet approval process and the new CA pamphlet publication process. (CA referral has been submitted to LCF to create LCF Committee Guidelines to include the aforementioned documents.)

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A. Motion

Amend p. 32 of the WSM , LITERATURE, CHIPS, AND FORMAT COMMITTEE, as follows: “The WSC Literature, Chips, and Format Committee reviews, edits, and submits literature to the WSC for approval, through the 12 point literature approval process. This process may be found in the committee’s guidelines. It is our function to facilitate the expression of our fellowship’s hope, faith and courage through the writing of material for distribution.”

Second.

Chair – any debate?

Cynthia Cronkhite – friendly amendment – This process may be found in the committee’s guidelines.

Chair – any further debate?

Bryan Seid – Point of order – left off literature in reading.

Motion carries unanimously.

#4855

Get with the WSO and or the WSBT and insert the Archive Committee into the structure of the daily operations.

#4849

Page 33 under “WSC committee statement of Purpose” missing Archive Committee.

A. Motion

Amend page 23 of the WSM under “Archives” as follows:

Responsible for the storage of documents and memorabilia.

“Responsible for the collection, organization, categorization, copying, preserving, and electronically storing all of Cocaine Anonymous’ historically valued documentation and memorabilia.”

Second.

Bryan Seid – this statement of purpose is being put in as a courtesy to Archive committee. It should be addressed with Archives once put into the manual.

Cynthia Cronkhite – Point of Information/Parliamentary Inquiry – is this a housekeeping matter to combine the two motions.

Tad Smith – Point of Information – no mention of warehousing or storage, are we just going to scan and throw it away?

Chair – the word “preserve” implies that we won’t through anything away.

Mona Ibrahim – We haven’t gotten to B. yet, is printed materials not part of the responsibilities? Is the purpose different from the responsibilities?

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Felicia Adams – Point of Order – wasn’t this information covered by Cynthia’s inquiry.

Chair – this has been asked and answered. Ask that you yield the microphone.

Willie Bailey – friendly amendment that you combine this motion with the upcoming motion.

Jeff Huffman – do not accept.

Barry Haynes – speak in favor of the motion. It’s not the purpose of the Archives – simply a description of what they do.

Dan Santa Maria – Point of Information – clarification purposes –if Motion A applies to area/district committees, and Motion B committees at this conference body.

Charles Nelson – Motion A deals with Page 23.

Michael Chiki – Call to vote. Second.

Chair – not debatable.

Passes with substantial unanimity.

Motion passes unanimously.

B. Motion

Amend page 33 of the WSM, after “Archive Committee:” as follows:

(This committee was created at the WSC 2005, without further description of its duties.)

“The purpose of the WSC Archive Committee is to collect, organize, categorize, copy, preserve and electronically store Cocaine Anonymous’ historically valued documents, printed materials and historical items.

The WSC Archive Committee is responsible for:

A. Collecting pertinent information created by all standing committees while at conference; the recording and digitizing of those documents based on the pending Archival Guidelines and making those recordings and digital files available to the Conference Committee for following year conference use.

B. Contacting members of the fellowship who may have memorabilia or archived documents they wish to loan or donate to the Cocaine Anonymous World Service Organization for the purpose of creating a complete CA Archive.

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C. To implement when necessary industry practiced archive solutions so that the newest or most effective types of archival preservation techniques can be utilized in the pending Archival Guidelines.

D. The storage of all physical information and memorabilia.

The WSC Archive Committee will act as the primary facilitator for all archive related committees insuring that the pending Archival Guidelines are being used properly and effectively. The WSC Archive Committee will liaison directly with the World Service Office to ensure mutual oversight of the archive and make available for any committee use; archives or memorabilia required for special events, meetings or special needs.”

Second.

Chair – any debate?

Felicia Adams – Point of Information – in this new language you reference Archival guidelines and I understand there are none yet. Is that premature?

Nicholas Lynn –that is for the Archive Committee to answer.

Chair – Patrick would you like to answer?

Felicia Adams – in these responsibilities there are several references to Archival Guidelines. I understand that there are none. Is this premature?

Patrick Potter – In Motion B, Archival guidelines will be created in committee. We hope to deliver to committee next year. What we were asked to do was to fill in the areas in the WSM that were blank with responsibility statement similar to other committees as well as other guidelines like other standing committees. That is what we have delivered.

Chair – would it be correct to say that the guidelines are being written?

Patrick Potter – once completed, they will be distributed.

Mona Ibrahim – Point of Information – going back to A – talking about responsibility. The things that you discuss in A, B, C, D, don’t they have to

Chair – Motion A goes to Area Archive committees, Motion B discusses the WSC committee.

Mona Ibrahim – don’t the items under A, their responsibility; correspond to A, B, C & D.

Chair – Motion A – Area Archives Committees. Motion B – WSC Archives committee.

They are separate.

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Mona Ibrahim – under Page 33, WS Committee statement of purpose?

Chair – We are not talking about A.

Susan Bredau – Friendly amendment. Last paragraph of motion to read “pending” be inserted before Archival Guidelines.

Nicholas Lynn – accepted

Motion carries with substantial unanimity.

#4602

Change standing rule 15 to read as follows: 15. [all eligible voting members] arriving after the roll totals…the current wording leaves the rule open for interpretation in regard to trustees and non-delegate conference committee chairs.

#4620

On SR15 change to include all voting members rather than just delegates.

A. Motion

To change Standing Rule 15 (p.37 of the WSM) to read as follows: “Delegates All voting members arriving after the roll call totals and quorum are announced at the end of a roll call for a particular session may not vote during that session but may speak and make motions.”

Second.

Chair – will require 2/3 majority to pass. Any debate?

Motion passes with unanimously.

#4601

At any time a revised document is presented to the conference floor from a committee; it should be in such a format that changes are easily identified. The draft revision shall have the original wording included on the draft with a single line drawn through; and the new wording set in bold type. Any handouts not in this format will not be discussed.

A. Motion

Amend SR10 (p.36 of the WSM) so that it reads: “All main motions will be submitted in writing and electronic format to the Conference Chairperson, using bold type for added language and strike-through for removed language, and will become effective at the end of the WSC unless otherwise specified.”

Second.

Chair – again amendment to Standing Rules requiring 2/3 majority. Any debate?

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Motion passes unanimously satisfying 2/3 requirement.

B. Motion

Amend SR11 (p.36 of the WSM) so that it reads: “All main motions shall be displayed in electronic format and provided in handouts to the Conference floor.”

Second.

Chair – any debate?

Greg Baron – Point of Information – wondering if the intent of the motion was to require under New Business that would come up to be written and passed out to everyone?

Bobbie Harmon – It is already required. We are just putting it into the Standing Rules. It

was just not writing about the electronic file.

Chair – requires 2/3 majority.

Motion passes with minor opposition with substantial unanimity.

#4957

Please add the attached “Guidelines for Review of Area Newsletters” to the WSM and revise Item 8 under suggested area functions to include a reference to those guidelines as follows:

“8. Publishes newsletter (subject to review by Regional Trustee; see Guidelines for Review of Area Newsletters on page ___).”

Attachment:

Guidelines for Review of Area Newsletters

In an effort to make sure that the respective area newsletters are reviewed by the Regional Trustees to ensure compliance with the Traditions and other requirements, the following guidelines have been developed.

All newsletters should be reviewed promptly, in a timeframe agreed upon between the regional Trustee and the newsletter editor, so that distribution can be made to the fellowship as quickly as possible after completion of the issue.
Items to watch for:

-obvious affiliations with any business, outside enterprise, treatment facility or other fellowship

-articles or submissions from sources outside the fellowship itself

-articles or submissions which are copied from some other source which may be included without permission of the copyright holder

-references in the articles to issues which CA may have no opinion about

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-editorials of any sort should not be included

-no last names

-any pictures should be carefully considered if of any person

-references to any website which is not CA linked

-reference to events which are not CA sanctioned events

-if there is any reference to the AA big book or the 12×12 or the CA story book of any type add the following: The AA Big Book, AA 12 Steps and 12 Traditions, and the book Hope Faith and Courage are used with permission.

-if there is any reference to any other book or any material otherwise copyrighted by someone else, it cannot be used, quoted or referenced unless that writer or the area have specific permission to use it in our publication. This permission is often in writing and the author should have that in the area files before the newsletter is finalized.

-If there is original art work, a written statement stating that the same can be used in the newsletter for no payment will be created and signed by the artist before publication

The newsletter should have some sort of copyright language, such as:

The _______________________(insert name of newsletter) is a monthly, bi monthly, quarterly publication (select one) published by Cocaine Anonymous of____________________ (insert full legal name of area entity if incorporated). It is intended solely to provide information for the fellowship of Cocaine Anonymous. We hope to communicate the experience, strength, and hope of C.A. members reflecting recovery, unity, and service, within the bounds of friendliness and good taste. This Newsletter presents experiences and opinions of Cocaine Anonymous members. Those opinions expressed herein are of the individual contributors and are not to be attributed nor taken as an endorsement by Cocaine Anonymous, Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Cocaine Anonymous World Service Office, Inc., Cocaine Anonymous of _________________(inset name again) or_______________(insert the name of this newsletter here). The editors reserve the right to edit any submissions in adherence to the Twelve Traditions of Cocaine Anonymous. If you would like to know more about Cocaine Anonymous, the Twelve Steps and the Twelve Traditions, please write and ask for C.A. World Service Conference approved literature at CAWSO, 3740 Overland Ave., Suite C, Los Angeles, CA 90034. E-Mail to: info@CA.org or by Fax to: (310) 559- 2554. You can call CA by phone at (310) 559-5833. Also note that the C.A. World Service Office web page is: www.ca.org. Please also note that this publication and all its contents are copyrighted by Cocaine Anonymous of ____________________(same name). Any unauthorized duplication or publication is prohibited.

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Preferably, the newsletter will be circulated for review in a pdf format so that it cannot be altered except by the editor and newsletter committee.

6. After approval of the newsletter by the Regional Trustee, the Trustee would also forward a copy to the current WSOB NewsGram editor as a possible resource for future articles.”

A. Motion

On p.20 of the WSM #8 under “Suggested Area Functions.” Insert “subject to review by Regional Trustee” so that it reads:

“Publishes newsletter (subject to review by Regional Trustee.)” Second.

Chair – any debate?

Cynthia Cronkhite – Point of Information – why didn’t committee include the guidelines themselves as requested by the referral.

Charles Nelson – we referred it to the committee.

Chair – any further debate?

Motion carries with substantial unanimity.

REFERRALS OR ITEMS TABLED UNTIL NEXT YEAR; AND ITEMS THE COMMITTEE WILL CONTINUE WORKING ON THROUGH THE YEAR

#4852—kept in committee to create guideline for S&B

A draft copy of the WSM be available when possible at the end of the conference.

REFERRALS OR ITEMS REFERRED TO OTHER COMMITTEES; WORLD SERVICE OFFICE, OR BOARD OF TRUSTEES

#4454—referred to convention committee

I think no host city of up and coming convention that submit a bid be allowed to be on conference convention committee come something be written by S&B to see to that because I think they bidding city representative with be biased in their service to conference convention committee.

#4895—referred to Trustees

TEC Trustee “secret” Interview Questions:

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Please add a question to the “secret” list of interview questions used by the TEC in their Trustee “qualification” process.

This question is intended to be asked of all Trustee candidates to whom it applies, specifically any individual who has already served as a Trustee of any “type” who is again being considered for service as a Trustee.

“Why do you feel it is important that you again serve as a Trustee rather than deferring to the concept of the “spirit of rotation” and allowing another serve in this position?”

Rationale:

The spirit of rotation is a concept of great importance to our fellowship.

The spirit of rotation means more than just giving up the title of a service position. Rotation means truly letting go of the control and the actions as well. It means allowing new GSRs, DSRs, Delegates, Committee Leaders, Officers, and Trustees to do their jobs without criticism or undue influence from those who have gone before them. It means allowing the entire service structure to operate with God leading the way by expressing Himself in our group conscience.

The benefits of rotation are very real and practical. The benefits to the individual are beyond our imagination because we know that anything God has in store for us will be better that anything we could have planned for ourselves, and when we make ourselves available for service, we have new opportunities for growth. We can’t move forward if we are still clinging to our present conditions. We don’t know what God has planned for us, but we’ll never find out if we are not willing to let Him guide us further down the path; this means letting go of the known and embracing the unknown.

The continued return to the same positions of service is, at times, questionable behavior. We must consider the risks associated with concentrating the direction and growth of the CA fellowship in the hands of a few individuals who continually seek the same service positions over and over. This is not to suggest that those individuals have a malicious intent in seeking to serve but there are many other ways to serve while allowing others opportunities that we may have already had.

By rotating out of a service position and truly letting go of the job, we open ourselves to an ongoing spiritual awakening. In effect we are saying to our Higher Power that we finished the job laid out for us and are ready for what He wants us to do next.

#4851—referred to Unity Committee

Add ice cream social to standing rules. See Bryan Seid for details.

#4956—Referred to Public Information Committee

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Please create a media approval process, which defines how such material would be approved by a WSC committee in conjunction with the conference, the WSBT and the WSOB

#4611—referred to the WSOB trademark lawyer

Please include in the CAWSM-Statement of Policy instruction for properly using the CA motto—‘We’re Here and We’re Free ’. In the instructions, please specify exact punctuation, capitalization, and showing of the trademark symbol.

#4923—referred to LCF Committee

The WSO uses one sentence of the WSO to assume the authority to override the wishes of the LCF committee. On page 5.3 it says “the CAWSO Board as a whole shares responsibility for reviewing and publishing all WSO publications, i.e., NewsGram. I firmly believe that is overstepping and not what the intent of the paragraph is. I’d argue that reviewing doesn’t grant authority to make changes in the LCF’s product only to review it. I’d further argue that books and literature that come through the LCF are not WSO publications, and that this difference is even noticeable in the examples stated in the sentence from the manual cited above. Do you suppose that S&B could make a change in the WSM to clarify this? And I don’t mean ask the WSO what they want, I mean seriously consider the issue and whether or not it’s appropriate and within the traditions and concepts for the CAWSO board to assume authority over a conference committee and it’s group conscience decisions. I’m sure past and present leadership of the LCF committee could offer their insight on this issue as well.

REFERRALS THAT DID NOT RESULT IN MOTIONS

#4802

To make all votes for selection of Host city for CAWSC be a closed/secret written ballot. Order of cities determined by a coin flip: example: 2005 Ballot. This will allow the conference voters the opportunity to vote without any concerns e.g. regional conflicts.

#4802

No action taken. Implementing this type of standing procedure would be obstructive to the timely voting process on the conference floor.

#4622

Motion to amend WSM 5(five) d: at the end of the first sentence amended on the 2005 conference floor “…to another member of the WSOB” by tagging on the end “only in instances of unforeseen circumstances, extreme emergency and/or unusual events.” This insures the representation each region deserves is 100% guaranteed on the conference floor rather than expected or hoped for in the spirit of service. Representation at the conference is more than just voting; it is

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networking, fellowshipping and interacting. Spirit is conveyed through the human presence which demands the “trustee, and a member of the WSOB” as described in 5 (five) d as much as humanly possible.

#4622

No action taken. It would be inappropriate for us to put constraints on the Trustee’s ability/need for the proxy.

#4474

Pg. 3.8 Item #1 of WSM Remove “and discuss” from this bullet to remove confusion regarding Item #1 and #2 where “other individuals” are allowed to enter into these discussions.

#4474

No action taken. Standing Rule Number 1 addresses voting members, and Standing Rule Number 2 addresses non-voting members.

#4893

Trustee Rotation:

Please adjust the 2006 CA WSM to add to the end of the section “Trustee Election Committee” on page 41 the following underlined text.

TRUSTEE ELECTION COMMITTEE

Final selection of a Trustee shall be made by a Trustee Election Committee consisting of the following: Full Board of Trustees One WSC Delegate from each Region (currently seven) All Trustees, except the WSO Trustee, shall be selected from the Conference Approved Slate pursuant to the procedures outlined in this Manual. The WSO Trustee shall be selected from the candidates selected by the WSO Board not already a Trustee. In order to be elected Trustee, a candidate must receive a vote of two-thirds of the Trustee Election Committee. In order to be elected as a Trustee after having already served as a Trustee, a candidate must receive a vote of three-fourths of the Trustee Election Committee when there are also candidates who have not served as a Trustee in the past; otherwise the two-thirds vote applies.

Rationale:

The spirit of rotation is a concept of great importance to our fellowship.

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The continued return to the same positions of service is, at times, questionable behavior. We must consider the risks associated with concentrating the direction and growth of the CA fellowship in the hands of a few individuals who continually seek the same service positions over and over. This is not to suggest that those individuals have a malicious intent in seeking to serve but there are many other ways to serve CA while allowing others opportunities that we may have already had.

It should be exceedingly clear that the TEC deemed the election of a candidate, who has previously served as a Trustee, as being of grave importance to the welfare of the CA fellowship as a whole. A three-fourths vote sends a very clear message of unanimity in the decision that we need them to serve again as a Trustee.

#4893

No action taken: WSM adequately covers the possibility of a member returning to service.

#4613

Add to the end of the TEC process page 4.7 WSM add: ‘If two or three candidates are all ratified at the end of the process with no clear winner, allow 1 (one) vote per member of the TEC and the candidate receiving the highest vote total is elected trustee.

#4619

On page 4.7 of the World Service Manual strike lines 10 and 11 and replace it with the following: 10. In the event that the selection process is for a Regional Trustee and it fails after the fourth ballot the election goes to the conference floor.

Each voting member of the conference floor receives a copy of the regional nominee’s service resume; 12. the candidates each get to speak as to why they want to become a trustee; 13. the voting members of the conference floor get to re-question the nominees the same questions as the TEC; 14. Finally the election the election is held and the candidate that receives the most votes is named the regional trustee.

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#4875

Trustee election selection process. To consider allowing the conference delegates elect the trustee if the TEC is unable to elect a candidate after their fourth ballot.

#4896

Trustee Election Committee – “Guidelines For The Election Process” as voted into existence at this World Service Conference, 2006:

Please alter the 2006 “Trustee Selection and Elections Process Summary” ratified at this Conference as “Guidelines For The Election Process” as follows:

“While the “Full Board of Trustees” sits on the TEC, and their input to the process is critical, the total number of votes cast by Trustees shall not exceed one-third of the total votes cast on any ballot. The Trustees who vote may be different from ballot to ballot as long as they do not account for more than one-third of the votes cast for that ballot.”

Rationale:

It is imperative that we have the best possible review of all Trustee Candidates. The participation by all of the current Trustees in the candidate interview process is a key element in having an experienced and objective review. However, since we are electing Trustees it is equally important to eliminate even the appearance of a possible conflict of interest or improper political maneuvering.

Ensuring the Trustee vote can’t directly comprise an affirming vote (i.e. 2/3 vote) to select a candidate is only one part of the process. The missing part of the process is ensuring the Trustees can not collectively move to block a candidate by being able to represent more than 1/3 of the votes cast. If the Trustees represent more than 1/3 of the total votes then it is possible that a candidate would not receive the required 2/3 vote to be selected if the Trustees move to block. Yes, we should be able to trust our “Trust”ees but we should also not be wishfully hopeful or naïve about the existence and nature of politics in CA. CA is our home and family and she deserves our best.

To fulfill this referral might present some challenges. If, with our current allocation of Trustees (12) and Regions (7) per the 2006 CA WSM, we look at the math we see 1/3 of 7 = 2.333. this means only 2 Trustees could vote on any ballot (assuming all Regions are present) without accounting for more than 1/3 of the ballots cast. This limits participation. A better solution is to expand the size of the TEC while simultaneously keeping the Trustee voting contingent to 1/3. With three TEC members from each region then 7 Trustees could vote; with 2 each then 4 Trustees could vote.

There are challenges to increasing the size of the TEC; there are challenges to keeping it small. We should not shrink at the challenges of making the process something whose intentions can not be easily maneuvered around and that is truly a viable process serving the needs of the CA Fellowship in the selection of individuals to these critical positions.

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#4613, 4619, 4875, 4896

no action taken- The TEC election process has been addressed in the newly amended TEC election process.

#4892

Trustee: Vacancy, Replacement, and Term:

Please alter the following section of the 2006 CA WSM beginning on the bottom of page 40 and continuing on page 41 as follows by replacing the stricken text with the underlined text:

VACANCY, REPLACEMENT, AND TERM

All Trustee positions shall be selected during the regular Trustee elections at the WS Conference, using the slate approved at that Conference. The term of such Trustee positions shall commence immediately following the close of the WSC at which that position is filled, and shall end at the close of the fourth successive WSC. The WSO Trustee term shall end at the close of the second successive WSC. No Regional Trustee, Trustee at Large, Non-Addict Trustee, or World Service Trustee shall serve two consecutive terms. No Regional Trustee, Trustee at Large, Non-Addict Trustee, or World Service Trustee may begin service in any other position as Trustee until they have been out of rotation for a period of time not less than the full length of the term, as defined in this section, for which they most recently served. The WSO Trustee may serve two consecutive two-year terms as WSO Trustee. If the WSO Trustee serves two consecutive terms as WSO Trustee they must be out of rotation for the combined length of those two terms prior to beginning service in any other Trustee position.

Rationale:

The CA WSM appears to desire a “spirit of rotation” by not allowing Trustees to serve “consecutive terms”. However it seems unclear to me as to what “consecutive terms” really means. For example, could a Regional Trustee complete their term and then “consecutively” serve as a World Service Trustee because that is a different “type” of Trustee position? I believe the suggested adjustments help clarify the original intent of this section of the CA WSM.

#4892

No action taken. The WSM already clearly outlines guidelines that provide for such checks-and-balances in the nature of the election process from the area level up to the world service level.

#4258

Please consider the enclosed document as a way to simplify the procedures for Regional Trustee candidate election. I find no difference in the process that has been updated in the 2^nd 2006 World Service Manual Draft nor the update memo in the last delegate mailing.

#4258

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No action taken: Refer to pp. 28-29 of the 2006 WSM.

#4910

During the interview process, develop a ranking process. Questions, I assume, relate to a principle of steps/traditions/concepts and interviewees could be ranked accordingly by the interviewer. Upon completion of each interview each interviewee tallies his/her interview sheet for a total score per candidate. Highest second candidate(s) are selected. Rank 1-5 with 5 being highest score. This process could alleviate the need for lengthy discussions unless there is a tie.

#4910

No Action Taken—The interview process is addressed exclusively by the TEC.

#4894

TEC Trustee “Qualification” Process:

Please alter the 2006 CA WSM section, “Trustee Selection and Elections Process Summary” beginning on page 41, to include an outline of the “qualification” process used by the TEC.

This qualification process is referenced in the CA WSM, but never defined. The references are found in the section Trustee Selection and Elections Process Summary on page 42 item 3 under sub-section “Regional and World Service Trustees”, item 3 under sub-section “Trustee-at-Large”, and item 3 under sub-section “Non-Addict Trustee”. Notably, this process is not specifically called out for the WSO Trustee (cross reference Referral #4897).

The added outline of the qualification process should indicate the overall process and any differences of the process for each class/type of Trustee. Specifically, the outline should require that the questions being asked of the candidates, from the “secret” list of interview questions, be the same questions for all candidates for that type of Trustee position with the exception of the question created in Referral #4895 whereby returning Trustees are asked why they feel they should serve again in the role of a Trustee.

Rationale:

I fully endorse the value in receiving unrehearsed spontaneous responses from Trustee candidates. I simply believe we should clearly state what our process is and what its expected outcome is. Not outlining the process and having members of the TEC asked not to share the questions that are asked or details about the TEC process doesn’t, in my mind, represent a process that has spiritual basis at its heart. We should be transparent in the things we do as a fellowship.

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I would provide some suggestions as to the content but I am not personally very familiar with the TEC and its processes. This is partly why I think it would be useful to outline the processes in the WSM.

#4898

Trustee Election Committee – “Guidelines For The Election Process” as voted into existence at this World Service Conference, 2006.

Reference Referral # 4893 requiring a three-fourths vote for returning Trustees when other candidates also exist.

Please alter the 2006 “Trustee Selection and Elections Process Summary” ratified at this Conference as “Guidelines for the Election Process” as follows by adding the underlined text:

In item 3 – FIRST BALLOT: If a candidate receives 2/3 of the vote (3/4 of the vote if a returning Trustee and other candidates exist), that candidate is the elected Trustee. If not, proceed.

In item 5 – SECOND BALLOT: Run-off between the top two (2) vote-receiving candidates. (If, on the first ballot, there is a tie among the candidates, all candidates receiving the top two (2) amounts of votes will be included in the run-off. For example, if A receives 6 votes, B receives 3 votes, C receives 3 votes, and D receives 2 votes, the run-off includes A, B, and C). If a candidate receives 2/3 of the vote (3/4 of the vote if a returning Trustee and other candidates exist), that person is the elected Trustee. If no candidate receives 2/3 of the vote (3/4 of the vote if a returning Trustee and other candidates exist) then continue. If ties still exist then all tied candidates are included in the third ballot.

In item 7 – THIRD BALLOT: Run-off between the top two (2) vote-receiving candidates. (same procedure as second ballot). If a candidate receives 2/3 of the vote (3/4 of the vote if a returning Trustee and other candidates exist), that person is the elected Trustee. If no candidate receives 2/3 of the vote (3/4 of the vote if a returning Trustee and other candidates exist) then continue. If ties still exist then all tied candidates are included in the fourth ballot.

In item 9 – FOURTH BALLOT: If no candidate receives 2/3 of the vote on the first three (3) ballots, (3/4 of the vote if a returning Trustee and other candidates exist), the top vote-receiving candidate is put up for 2/3 ratification vote (3/4 ratification vote if a returning Trustee and other candidates exist). For ratification purposes, TEC members have the choice of either voting “yes” or “no”; abstentions are counted as “no” votes. If that candidate receives 2/3 of the vote (3/4 of the vote if a returning Trustee and other candidates exist), then that person is the elected Trustee. If not, the same procedure will take place with the second top vote-receiving candidate. If there is a tie for the second top vote-receiving candidate there will be a ballot cast for each candidate in the tie. Once all

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ballots have been cast, the candidate receiving the top vote-receiving candidate that meets the ratification requirements will be the elected Trustee.

#4607

Revise the Trustee election process to include a definite election of a trustee whenever qualified candidates are on the slate.

#4598

To look into TEC guidelines and change them where necessary and somehow make it a requirement of the TEC that the problem of not coming up with either a 5^th or 6^th ballot or more until a candidate for the trustee slate is selected. The areas of Regional Assembly brought to the slate qualified members. IMHO the TEC should do the balloting until they come to a decision.

#4917

Trustee Election Committee – “Guidelines For The Election Process” as voted into existence at this World Service Conference, 2006.

Reference Referral # 4893 requiring a three-fourths vote for returning Trustees when other candidates also exist. Should Referral # 4893 fail to pass please alter the 2006 “Trustee Selection and Elections Process Summary” ratified at this Conference as “Guidelines for the Election Process” as follows by adding the underlined text:

In item 9 – FOURTH BALLOT: If no candidate receives 2/3 of the vote on the first three (3) ballots, the top vote-receiving candidate is put up for 2/3 ratification vote. For ratification purposes, TEC members have the choice of either voting “yes” or “no”; abstentions are counted as “no” votes. If that candidate receives 2/3 of the vote, then that person is the elected Trustee. If not, the same procedure will take place with the second top vote-receiving candidate. If there is a tie for the top vote-receiving OR second top vote-receiving candidate there will be a ballot cast for each candidate in the

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respective tie. Once all ballots have been cast (no results will be released until all ballots have been cast), the top vote-receiving candidate that meets the ratification requirements will be the elected Trustee.

Rationale:

Just suggesting actions for the unlikely event of ties after multiple ballots have been cast.

#4492

That for the purpose of TEC voting, abstention voting not be allowed. A “yes” or “no” vote be required.

#4419

Please add to description please of WSC committee a new section (i) as attached.

#4959

Please revise the Trustee Election Committee Guidelines for the election process as follows…

#4419, 4492, 4917, 4959, 4598, 4607, 4894, 4898 No Action.

The TEC election process has been addressed in the newly amended TEC election process.

#4897–housekeeping

TEC Trustee “Qualification” Process:

Please alter the 2006 CA WSM section, “Trustee Selection and Elections Process Summary” sub-section “World Service Office Trustee” item 2 on page 42.as follows by adding the underlined text.

“2. Candidates are nominated for WSOB Trustee and a minimum of two candidates shall be elected by majority vote of the WSOB. The candidates are then submitted to the Trustee Election Committee for qualification. If two candidates are not elected, the WSOB has failed to select a slate.”

Rationale:

This qualification process is referenced in the CA WSM in the section Trustee Selection and Elections Process Summary on page 42 item 3 under sub-section “Regional and World Service Trustees”, item 3 under sub-section “Trustee-at-Large”, and item 3 under sub-section “Non-Addict Trustee”. Notably, this process is not specifically called out for the WSO Trustee.

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This is possibly an oversight. I simply believe our qualification process should be consistent.

#4897 Action: add the words for qualification at the end of the second sentence on #2 of p. 42 under World Service Office Trustee of the WSM.

NEW COMMITTEE STRUCTURE AS OF THIS CONFERENCE

Chair Charles Neslon
Vice-Chair Nick Alexander
Co-Secretary Teresa Neighbors
Co-Secretary Niki Morsovillo

CLOSING COMMENTS

I would like to thank the Structure and Bylaws Committee for their efforts and hard work. It takes a real special kind of trusted servant to give of themselves the time and effort this Committee demands. I especially would like to thank the new Delegates for their passion and willingness to hang in there during the long and tedious hours to work on your WSM. I only ask that we take our experience and new-found knowledge back to our respective groups, districts, areas and regions with enthusiasm, love and tolerance.

Respectfully Submitted:

WSC Structures and Bylaws Committee 2006

Chair – questions for committee?

Cynthia Cronkhite – I consider it my responsibility to follow through with WSBT referrals. I respectfully disagree that Newsletter guidelines fall under Public Information. Would committee be willing to take back under advisement during the year?

Charles Nelson – we can do that.

Dan Santa Maria – Referral #4892 I submitted with proposed wording changes that would have address underlying concerns. The underlying question was not answered. The referral was not addressed. What do you mean in the manual about Trustees being able to serve consecutive terms.

Charles Nelson – only the (See transcript – sorry, didn’t get it! – Susan)

Dan Santa Maria – WS Trustee has served a term and then was elected to another type of Trustee. Is that possible?

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Bryan Seid – we discussed possibility of something like this happening. You can be elected as a member on the slate. We are not going to stop that from happening. Your members know about right of participation. We give you the opportunity. To stop an Area from having that happening, is OK with us.

Vinny Martin – Referral #4956 – newsletter – Public Information, we didn’t get this referral.

Charles Nelson – not sure where it but we will take a look at it.

Chair – that concludes the Structure & Bylaws report. Tish, will you be ready after the break? We will hear the motion to rescind from yesterday. Don’t mess with the thermostats!!! Now 4:32pm, be back at 4:45 pm.

***Break

Chair – please take your seats so we can hear the motion to rescind of a previously passed motion. A motion passed yesterday regarding preconvention memorabilia sales.

Parliamentarian – explains procedures for motion to rescind. Because it was given 24 hours, doesn’t require 2/3. Debate may go to the merits of the underlying motion. It is essentially a vote again except voting yes is to kill it. Limited choices for amendment. You may amend to rescind part. Not much else. You cannot move to table. Unless to bring up right after dinner.

Chair – we will be available for Parliamentary Inquiries and at this time the chair recognizes Ernest Martin.

Ernest Martin – Motion to rescind the following motion:

MOTION:

On pg. 20 of the CA World Service Convention Committee Guidelines, strike the last two sentence of the 1^st **NOTE** and insert the following:

Fundraising for a World Service Convention may start as soon as the area/city is awarded the convention with 25% of outside regional sales net profit going to current year host area/city.

Second.

Chair – would you like to speak.

Ernest Martin – accountability, impact, lack of guidelines. WSM, Page 20, Fundraising outside region may begin on the last day of the prior convention. There are no guidelines for this 25%. Someone has to lose. At present, we have Kansas City, MO, Utah, Denver, CO and Wisconsin. The way things are written all of these cities can compete against

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each other. This also impacts Area and Regional conventions. We have had 22 conventions. The way this particular motion it lacks the ability of any tracking of the money. I understand the principles, but accountability has its place as well.

Barry Haynes – speak against the motion to rescind. When this motion was brought before the body, and passed, division of the vote was called for and effective. 74 for, 43 against. Motion to reconsider was asked for, seconded, and failed. We are here a 3^rd time. The floor has spoken twice.

Tad Smith – speak against the motion to rescind. The facts are right now. I cannot support. I would buy t-shirts from all the conventions. Some committees are more fired up – good for them. I support all World conventions and I buy their memorabilia. Let me decide where my dollar goes.

Bryan Bell – Speaking against motion to rescind. We had a long painful discussion about Calgary. I believe God shows. When this debate was on the other night, I couldn’t help but think that Calgary would have been able to do it. All the little areas/regions might be able to do it. People ask me how they can get the memorabilia from the conventions. Feeling against this change seems like fear. If this new system is successfully, would you be against it and ask to remove it.

Kelley Colvin – speak against the motion to rescind. I think this has to do with a really, really big change. I see an opportunity for the fellowship to cooperate. This isn’t about Utah, it’s about change for the little areas/regions to make money for 4 years. It’s about the spirit of cooperation. It does all go in the end to World Service. We have to start somewhere. This is an opportunity to make more money and help each other out.

Kathy Jo Rangno – speak against the motion to rescind. I believe this will help more Unity. Houston raised more money in preconvention money than LA. Let the others that can do it well, help the others out. For them to focus on something else instead of t-shirt sales. The Treasurer is good with the motion. We have deferred money for 2007 and 2008 already. We track much more than this. This allows us to determine how this can be done. We can show you next year. Potential to unify.

Chair – 8 other people to speak. The last 5 people in a row have spoken to against.

Yvette Holman – speaks for motion to rescind. I was all for the motion when it came to committee. I understand the spirit of motion. There isn’t enough in place to follow through. It was the first I heard of the Office being able to track the 25%. It’s about integrity and accountability. Should be researched some more and the financial guidelines should be in place before it is implemented.

Tony Drake – speak in favor of the motion to rescind. We are missing this here. We have stringent budget. This gives us no guidance, we have no structure. This isn’t about fear. It’s about business. This is way too loose. We are going to be stepping all over

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each other. Retail experience shows that dollars will be spent on what is the nicest. Not going to be doing us any good when I’m sitting on $2000 of inventory while getting stepped on by everyone else. It’s a great start to a great fundraising idea. We should slow down and look at this with a business perspective. I know the convention committee will take another look at this, but this is not a good financial decision.

Gloria Bridget – speaks against the motion to rescind. 1^st Concept should reside in the group conscience. When it doesn’t go our way, we take another group conscience. The fellowship has spoken.

Willie Bailey – speak in favor of this motion. If Utah, CO, Milwaukee all sold Kansas City, how much that would help.

Vinny Martin – speak in favor of the motion. There was debate on the motion yesterday, but maybe not enough. There could have been more debate. The motion is very vague. Motion needs more structure and was written hastily.

Stacey Keyes-Weston – speaks in favor of the motion to rescind. Tony said that a lot of what I wanted to say. If I listen to the minority, they could have something very important to say. If I am selling outside of my region, who is keeping track of the sales? Where does the line start and stop? If you really want the convention behind you to have some money, just give them 25%. The motion needs more clarification.

Benjamin Shuler – speak against this motion. We had a group conscience, the group spoke. It takes us out of a box that restricts us to raise funds.

Felicia Adams – Call to question.

Second.

Chair – not debatable. 2/3 majority to pass.

Motion with minor opposition and substantial unanimity.

Motion to rescind fails. 55 for, 61 against.

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