Minutes of the Meeting of CA World Service Office Board of Directors March 13, 2008 I. Opening. Meeting called to order with the Serenity Prayer at 7:00pm by Chair, John B. II. Tradition 8 read by Patty. Brief discussion ensued III. Concept 8 read by Earl H. Brief discussion ensued. IV. Birthdays—none. V. Roll call…
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Mar 27, 2008 – WSOB Meeting Minutes
Minutes of the Meeting of CA World Service Office Board of Directors March 27, 2008 I. Opening. Meeting called to order with the Serenity Prayer at 7:00pm by Chair, John B. II. Tradition 9 read byKathy Jo R. Brief discussion ensued III. Concept 9 read by Willie B. Brief discussion ensued. IV. Birthdays—Patty F. (18…
Apr 6, 2008 – WSBT Conference Call Minutes
AGENDA WSBT CONFERENCE CALL April 6th 10:00 a.m. PDT Open with moment of silence followed by Serenity Prayer Opened at 11:05 AM MDT Roll call Bobbie Harmon Trustee at Large Vice-chair Kim Sherwan Midwest Regional Trustee Carl Warlick Pacific South Regional Trustee Chair Earl Henderson World Service Office Trustee Hayward Hunt World Service…
Apr 10, 2008 – WSOB Meeting Minutes
Minutes of the Meeting of CA World Service Office Board of Directors April 10, 2008 I. Opening. Meeting called to order with the “we” version of the Serenity Prayer at 7:00pm by Chair, John B. II. Tradition 11 read by Earl H. Brief discussion ensued. III. Concept 11 read by Willie B. Brief discussion ensued….
Apr 24, 2008 – WSOB Meeting Minutes
Minutes of the Meeting of CA World Service Office Board of Directors April 24, 2008 I. Opening. Meeting called to order with the “we” version of the Serenity Prayer at 7:00pm by Chair, John B. II. Tradition 11 read by Willie B. Brief discussion ensued. III. Concept 11 read by Willie B. Brief discussion ensued….
May 8, 2008 – WSOB Meeting Minutes
Minutes of the Meeting of CA World Service Office Board of Directors May 08, 2008 I. Opening. Meeting called to order with the “we” version of the Serenity Prayer at 7:12pm by Chair, John B. II. Tradition 12 read by Hayward H. Brief discussion ensued. Brief discussion ensued. III. Concept 12 read by Willie B. …
May 19 – 21, 2008 – WSBT Quarterly Meeting Minutes
CA WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR QUARTERLY MEETING MINUTES May 19- 21, 2008 Final Approved Minutes (Approved by WSBT for distribution on November 7, 2008) Since this report is a confidential CA document, for members only, it contains members’ full names. This usage to facilitate communication within the fellowship was approved by the 1990…
Jul 13, 2008 – WSBT Conference Call Minutes
AGENDA WSBT CONFERENCE CALL July 13th 10:00 a.m. PDT Open with moment of silence followed by Serenity Prayer Roll call Bobbie Harmon Trustee at Large Vice-chair Kim Sherwan Midwest Regional Trustee Carl Warlick Pacific South Regional Trustee Chair Earl Henderson World Service Office Trustee Hayward Hunt World Service Trustee Bruce Watson Atlantic…
Jul 24, 2008 – WSOB Meeting Minutes
Minutes of the Meeting of CA World Service Office Board of Directors July 24, 2008 I. Opening. Meeting called to order with the “we” version of the Serenity Prayer at 7:05pm by Chair, John B. II. Tradition 3 read by Hayward H. Brief discussion ensued regarding membership—what defines membership. III. Concept 3 read…
Aug 23 – 26, 2008 – WSBT Quarterly Minutes
Page 1 CA WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR QUARTERLY MEETING MINUTES August 23- 26, 2008 Final Approved Minutes (Approved by WSBT for distribution on) Since this report is a confidential CA document, for members only, it contains members’ full names. This usage to facilitate communication within the fellowship was approved by the 1990 WS…
Aug 14, 2008 – WSOB Meeting Minutes
Minutes of the Meeting of CA World Service Office Board of Directors August 14, 2008 I. Opening. Meeting called to order with the “we” version of the Serenity Prayer at 7:04pm by Chair, John B. II. Tradition 4 read by John B. Brief discussion ensued. III. Concept 4 read by John B. Brief…
Aug 25, 2008 – WSBT to WSOB Board to Board Meeting Minutes
Board to Board meeting for WSBT and WSOB August 25, 2008 Four Points Sheraton, Los Angeles, CA Opened with the we version of the Serenity Prayer at 7:40pm In Attendance: Kim Sherwan MWRT WST Lawrence Matlock ASRT John Bodkin WSOB Chair Trevor Scheilbe PNRT WSBT Secretary Taffy Wallace Bobbie Harmon TAL Acting SWRT/ Vice chair…
Aug 26, 2008 – Day 1 – Summary of Motions – Opening Business
Conference Opens Steve Edwards, Conference Chair, welcomes everyone to the 2008 World Service Conference. Welcome to the 25th Annual conference of the world service Conference Introductions Conference Officers Steve Edwards Conference Chair, Kevin Murphy Vice Chair, Susan Calkins & Anne Bouley Meyer Co-Secretaries and the remaining Committee members. Steve Edwards presented the Delegate Orientation and…
Aug 26, 2008 – Day 1 – Summary of Motions – WSBT Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: We would like to thank the Fellowship for allowing us to be of service. I would like to thank the members of the Board for an outstanding job. We have had our challenges, but in the spirit of unity,…
Aug 26, 2008 – Day 1 – Summary of Motions – WSOB Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 World Service Office Board Report INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: It is once again a pleasure and our privilege to report to you on the status of YOUR World Service Office operations and special projects of the World Service Office Board of Directors (WSOB). I would like to extend my…
Aug 26, 2008 – Day 1 – Summary of Motions – TEC Opening Report
Trustee Election Committee – Trustee Slates of Nominees/Approval Motions to approve the following Regional Slates: See page 41 of the WSM for more information: CONFERENCE APPROVED SLATE The candidates nominated from each Region shall be submitted to WSC for ratification by two-thirds vote of the WSC. All candidates who complete the WSC ratification process successfully…
Aug 27, 2008 – Day 2 – Summaries – LCF Opening Report
Steve Edwards called the Conference to order at 8:10 am. And we are reconvening the 2008 World Service Conference. “We” version of Serenity Prayer. Cynthia Lauletta read How It Works. Roll Call. 155 votes on floor and the quorum is 103. Referral forms need to be placed in basket on the dais by noon today….
Aug 27, 2008 – Day 2 – Summaries – H & I Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 H&I SUBCOMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: Jason Smidt, H&I Chairperson: During the course of the year, our former chairperson resigned and the committee elected me as the new Chairperson. Subsequent actions resulted in Mona Ibrahim being elected as the Vice-Chair. Despite the mid-year changes, the committee members remained…
Aug 27, 2008 – Day 2 Summaries – Structure and By-laws Opening Report
Structure and By-Laws Committee INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: Welcome to the 2008 World Service Conference. The purpose of the Structure and By-Laws Committee is to formulate by-laws, guidelines, and structures by which Cocaine Anonymous can operate day-to-day, at Conferences and elsewhere around the world. Our goal as a committee is to leave the conference feeling…
Aug 27, 2008 – Day 2 Summaries – Archive Committee Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 ARCHIVE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: ARCHIVE: Archiving ouR CA History Is Very Exciting The World Service Conference Archive Committee is responsible for the process and oversight of, the Fellowships Archive. We liaison with the World Service Office in maintaining archive preservation. COMMITTEE INTRODUCTIONS: Our committee members are: Myself…
Aug 27, 2008 – Day 2 Summaries – Convention Committee Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 CONVENTION COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: The WSC Convention Committee met once during the 2008 CAWS convention in Salt Lake City, Utah and corresponded throughout the year via email. We facilitated the CAWS Convention Information Exchange meeting held during CAWS 2008 where many ideals and processes for improvement…
Aug 27, 2008 – Day 2 Summaries – Conference Committee Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 CONFERENCE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: Welcome to the 2008 World Service Conference!!!! Suckas!!! The theme of this year’s conference is Hope, Faith & Courage…The Next 25. We hope that the next 25 years will bring us even more growth and spirit as we trudge this road of happy…
Aug 27, 2008 – Day 2 Summaries – “IT” Committee Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 IT COMMITTE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: Your IT Committee has continued for this last year to review websites for linking to www.CA.org and continually review the existing linked websites. This committee keeps in communication through email and our online group. We are grateful for the opportunity to assist…
Aug 27, 2008 – Day 2 Summaries – Public Information Committee Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 PUBLIC INFORMATION REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: We have had a very productive year with several conference calls and on-going committee work done through the e-mail group. An updated PI Merchandise Order Form is now available on the WSO web site as well as a sample of a business…
Aug 27, 2008 – Day 2 Summaries – Unity Committee Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 UNITY COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: I am Waheedah am delighted and excited to be the WSC Unity Chair, it is always a pleasure to be of service in CA. We the committee is off to a Great start with the WS Conference Unity Luncheon all set with…
Aug 27, 2008 – Day 2 Summaries – Finance Committee Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: The Finance Committee met during the World Service Convention in Salt Lake City, UT. We’d like to extend our thanks to everyone participating in the 2008 Page 24 CAWS Convention for their generous contributions to CA’s financial well being as well as…
Aug 28, 2008 – WSOB Meeting Minutes (CAWS Conference)
Minutes of the Meeting of CA World Service Office Board of Directors CAWS Conference August 28, 2008 A. Opening. Meeting called to order with the “we” version of the Serenity Prayer at 8:20am by Chair, John B. B. Directors gave brief summary of what is going on in their committees. C. Birthdays—KJ. …
Aug 29, 2008 – Day 4 Summaries – Archive Committee Closing Report
Conference Opens Steve Edwards, Conference Chair, reconvened the World Service Conference at a.m. on Friday, August 29, 2008 at 2:40 pm after Committee Breakout sessions. We will begin roll call in a minute. State name, affiliation and number of votes you carry. Any questions before we begin? Then we will begin as always with Ms….
Aug 29, 2008 – Day 4 Summaries – Convention Committee Closing Report
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 CONVENTION COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS The WSCCC worked throughout the year to support the upcoming CAWS Conventions. In our committee breakout session we addressed the referrals sent to us and discussed how we can be of greatest service to the CA World Service Conference and the fellowship…
Aug 29, 2008 – Day 4 Summaries – H&I Committee Closing Report
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 HOSPITALS & INSTITUTIONS REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments – Jason Smidt Jason Smidt, H&I Chairperson. I would like to thank the entire H&I committee for allowing me to be of service. This year we have been blessed with a great new group of members. They are…
Aug 29, 2008 – Day 4 Summaries – Unity Committee Closing Report
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 UNITY COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments: Approved Page 33 Good afternoon: It is the purpose of this Unity Committee to enhance communication and outreach among our fellowship as concerned members of Cocaine Anonymous in the interest of carrying the message to the addict who still suffers….
Aug 29, 2008 – Day 4 Summaries – IT Committee Closing Report
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS This year, we discussed our increasing role in service to our fellowship and this conference, discussed new technologies, reviewed our workbook, and reviewed all CA.org linked websites. This committee has three new members: Dan Dickey – North Nevada Area Delegate Kris…
Aug 29, 2008 – Day 4 Summaries – WSBT Closing Report
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 WORLD SERVICE BOARD of TRUSTEES REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments Our thanks to everyone here at this year’s WS Conference, and to the entire fellowship for allowing us to be of service, and for your ongoing support. It is truly a pleasure to serve in this capacity….
Aug 29, 2008 – Day 4 Summaries – Public Information Committee Closing Report
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 PUBLIC INFORMATION REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS PI has once again had a very productive session this year. We had several new members join us. Their energy and enthusiasm infused our group and helped us accomplish several items. Many new materials and ideas are being brought fourth for…
Aug 30, 2008 – Day 5 Summaries – LCF Closing Report
Conference Opens Steve Edwards, Conference Chair, reconvened the World Service Conference at 8:27a.m. on Saturday, August 30, 2008. We will begin roll call after we say the “We” version of the Serenity Prayer. Please remain in order and we will start with Ms. Patty. Roll call. 157 votes and the quorum is 105. We will…
Aug 30, 2008 – Day 5 Summaries – Conference Committee Closing Report
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 CONFERENCE REPORT Page 14 of 78 INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Once again, it is apparent that this committee has successfully set out to do what it does best! The success of this Conference is due to the outstanding committee that sits before you! Please give lots of money to…
Aug 30, 2008 – Day 5 Summaries – WSBT Closing Report
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 WORLD SERVICE OFFICE BOARD Page 26 of 78 INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS In mid August 2008 the World Service Office received the following letter: “To whom it may concern, My name is Tanisha and I am a addict. I’m 29 yrs old and I am currently doing a…
Aug 30, 2008 – Day 5 Summaries – Finance Committee Closing Report
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS This year, the Finance Committee started our committee meeting with the Serenity Prayer and the reading of a portion of the 11th Concept. We found ourselves guided with the words from this concept because they speak to our duties as members of…
Aug 30, 2008 – Day 5 Summaries – Structure and Bylaws Committee Closing Report
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2008 STRUCTURE AND BYLAWS REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments The Structure and Bylaws committee’s relentless obligation to ensure your most comprehensive 2009 WSM worked meticulously through long late night hours to assure we delivered motions to the floor that did not include large, voluminous, convoluted, obstreperous or controversial…
Aug 25, 29 – 30, 2008 – WSBT Non-Regular Business Motions
CA WORLD SERVICE – BOARD OF TRUSTEES RECORD of non-regular BUSINESS, resulting in motions during the 2008 CAWS Conference\Approved November 2008 Friday, August 29, 2008 Presentation of PI concept to the WSBT *Motion to approve concept of PI “storyboard” with understanding of the following changes: needs more diversity, non-identifying physical appearances (tattoos, jewelry), or location…
Aug 30, 2008 – Day 5 Summaries – Finance Committee Closing Report (Part 2)
Break At this time, Finance is ready to retake the floor. COMMITTEE WORK THAT RESULTED IN MOTIONS Motion: To accept the proposed CA WSO budget to be in effect from July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010. Second. Steve Edwards – speak to your motion? Elizabeth Saldebar – not at this time. Steve Edwards –…
Aug 30, 2008 – Day 5 Summaries – New Business
At this time, I am out of Conference Committee’s and Board’s. The next item on the agenda is New Business. Is there any New Business? Kurt Lynn – Can I yield the floor to Siobhan? Siobhan Ayer – speaking to Referral #5656. Motion that a Point #7 be added on Page 14 of WSM as…
Aug 26 – 31, 2008 – Conference Summary of Motions
MOTION: Accept the motion to petition of the State of South Carolina to become an Area. Motion carries unanimously!!!! Motion: To hear an item of business out of order. Passes with substantial unanimity. Motion: To amend #2 of the Trustee Election Process, found on page 43 of the 2008 World Service Manual to be effective…
Oct 5, 2008 – WSBT – Conference Call Minutes
Minutes – Final WSBT Trustee Conference Call October 5th, 2008 10:00 A.M. PST Begin meeting with a Moment of silence followed by the “We” version of Serenity Prayer. Roll call Joy Hutcheson – PSRT Willie Bailey – WSOT Randy Groen – SWRT Robert Lyle – ANRT Richard Schafer – TAL Nicholas Lynn – ERT Trevor…
Sep 14, 2008 – WSBT – Orientation Meeting
Minutes – FINAL WSBT Trustee Orientation Meeting September 14, 2008 10:00 A.M. PST Meeting began at 1003am, with a Moment of silence followed by the “We” version of Serenity Prayer. Roll call Joy Hutcheson – PSRT Willie Bailey – WSOT Randy Groen – SWRT Robert Lyle – ANRT Richard Schafer – TAL Nicholas Lynn –…
Sep 25, 2008 – WSOB Meeting Minutes
Minutes of the Meeting of CA World Service Office Board of Directors September 25, 2008 I. Opening. Meeting called to order with the “we” version of the Serenity Prayer at 7:04pm by DAL, Richard L. II. Tradition 5 read by Hayward H. Brief discussion ensued. III. Concept 5 read by Hayward H. Brief…
Oct 9, 2008 – WSOB Meeting Minutes (Draft)
Minutes of the Meeting of CA World Service Office Board of Directors October 9, 2008 I. Opening. Meeting called to order with the “we” version of the Serenity Prayer at 7:04pm by DAL, Teresa N. II. Tradition 6 read by Willie. Brief discussion ensued. III. Concept 6 read by Hayward. Brief discussion ensued….
Oct 30, 2008 – WSOB Meeting Minutes (Draft)
WORLD SERVICE OFFICE BOARD Minutes October 30, 2008 DRAFT SERENITY PRAYER TRADITION 7– Every C.A. group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions. – Tom read then shared on how this tradition had not only to do with revenue but also each member fully participating. Patty Neil Hayward also shared. CONCEPT 7– The Conference…
Nov 8, 2008 – WSBT – WSOB – Board to Board Meeting Minutes
CA WORLD SERVICE World Service Board of Trustees and World Service Office Board MEETING MINUTES November 8th, 2008 APPROVED Since this report is a confidential CA document, for members only, it may contain members’ full names. This usage to facilitate communication within the fellowship was approved by the 1990 WS Conference. Such confidential use does…
Nov 7 – 9, 2008 – WSBT Quarterly Meeting Minutes
CA WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR QUARTERLY MEETING MINUTES November 7 th– 9th, 2008 Approved Since this report is a confidential CA document, for members only, it may contain members’ full names. This usage to facilitate communication within the fellowship was approved by the 1990 WS Conference. Such confidential use does not, of course,…