Minutes of the Meeting of CA World Service Office Board of Directors July 18, 2015 I. Opening. Meeting called to order with the “we” version of the Serenity Prayer at 9:28 am by Chair, Richard L. II. Tradition 7 – Read by Randy III. Concept 7 – Read by Ira L. IV. Birthdays – No Birthdays…
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Aug 8, 2015 – WSOB Minutes
Minutes of the Meeting of CA World Service Office Board of Directors August 8, 2015 I. Opening: Meeting called to order with the “we” version of the Serenity Prayer at 9:20 by Chair, Richard L. II. Tradition 8: Read by Morgan Ill. Concept 8: Read by Chris IV. Birthdays: No birthdays this month V. Roll…
Aug 15, 2015 – WSOB Minutes
I. Opening: Meeting called to order with the “we” version of the Serenity Prayer at 9:30 by Frank P. II. Tradition 8: Read by Chris III. Concept 8: Read by Frank IV. Birthdays: No birthdays this month V. Roll Call and Quorum Determined A. Voting Members Present: Richard L. (Chair), Linda F. (DOO), Tim A….
Sep 2, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 1 – Conference Chair’s Opening
World Service Conference of Cocaine Anonymous Day 1 Daily Summary September 2, 2015 Tony D. called the session to order at 7:01p. Tony D. – Good evening. Welcome to the 32nd World Service Conference of Cocaine Anonymous. I am Tony D., your chairperson. Let me know if you any questions about how the Conference will…
Sep 2, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 1 – Archive Committee – Opening Report
Susan B. – Gives opening report with PowerPoint presentation showing on screen. OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 ARCHIVE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: Good evening! This year we’ll be making C.A. history under the Conference theme of “Working Together, Never Alone”. Since the last Conference the Archive Committee has continued its work toward our…
Sep 2, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 1 – WSOB – Opening Report
Richard L. – Presents the WSOB opening report World Service Office Board 2015 World Service Conference Opening Report Submitted by: Richard A. L., Chairperson Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve as the Chair of the World Service Office Board. Our board has been hard at work on many projects throughout the year….
Sep 2, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 1 – S & B Committee – Opening Report
C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 STRUCTURE AND BYLAWS REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: This is my first year as chair. I was blessed to serve with the 2 previous Chairs of this committee and I realized that I have some pretty big shoes to fill. Fortunately I have a fantastic committee I get to work…
Sep 2, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day – Unity Committee – Opening Report
Maurice S. presented the Unity Opening Report. Opening Report for 2015 World Service Conference Unity Committee APPROVED Redacted Page 22 of 28 Welcome one and all to the World Service Conference. Some new and some old but each equally important. I am so honored to be a small part of a great big whole. What…
Sep 2, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 1 – H&I Committee – Opening Report
Adrien H. presents the H&I opening report. OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 H&I COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: Thank-you to the Committee for staying active throughout the year; also thanks to our Trustee Brian T. and Linda F. for joining our Conference calls and being sources of support to our Committee on a…
Sep 2, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 1 – Convention Committee – Opening Report
Stu E. presents the Convention opening report. OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 CONVENTION COMMITTEE STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: The purpose of the World Service Convention is to promote enthusiasm and unity within the fellowship of Cocaine Anonymous and financially support World Services’ effort to carry the message to the addict that still suffers. INTRODUCTION AND…
Sep 3, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – WSBT – Opening Report
Tony D. – Good morning. Starts session at 8 AM. Open with the Serenity Prayer. Melissa will read “Who is a Cocaine Addict?” Melissa W. reads “Who is a Cocaine Addict?” Tony D. – Thank you. At this time we will start with roll call. Tony D. – 141 votes, 94 quorum. Next up is…
Sep 3, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – Trustee Election Committee – Opening Report
Jay P. gives report – OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 Trustee Election Committee Report INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: The 2015 Trustee Election Committee has received candidates from all Regions. The Midwest Regional and the European Trustee positions are open positions. There is one Trustee rotating off the board and we currently have one open position….
Sep 3, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – Public Information Committee – Opening Report
Alan S. gives PI report OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 PUBLIC INFORMATION REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: As reported last year, the PI committee began anew with a brand new group of passionate, committed members, collectively striving to educate our respective communities with the powerful message of CA. We set out with subcommittees addressing the…
Sep 3, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – Literature, Chips & Format Committee – Opening Report
Tom P. gives LCF report – OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 Literature, Chips & Format Committee INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: The World Service Conference Literature, Chips, and Format (“LCF”) Committee reviews, edits, and submits literature to the WSC for approval. Our function is to manifest the expression of C.A.’s Hope, Faith and Courage through…
Sep 3, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – IT Committee – Opening Report
Michele D. gives IT report – OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 IT COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: Over the past year the IT Committee has continued to review and add new websites. The committee has also continued to review existing websites linking to www.ca.org APPROVED Redacted Page 35 of 40 We have worked…
Sep 3, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – Conference Committee – Opening Report
Jay F. gives Conference report – OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 CONFERENCE COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: Welcome to the 2015C.A. World Service Conference. The theme this year is “Working together, never alone.” Your WSC Conference Committee has been working all year to get prepared, organized and ready to welcome you, our World…
Sep 3, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – Finance Committee – Opening Report
Heidi J. gives Finance report – OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 FINANCE CCOMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: The Finance Committee had a conference call to review the budget this last year. We have been working closely with the WSOB, WSOB Treasurer, and our Trustee. We are still working on a referral addressing International…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – Conference Committee – Closing Report
Tony D. – Good Morning everyone. Session started at 8:01 AM with the Serenity Prayer. Calle O. from Sweden will read Reaching Out. Calle O. – Reads Reaching Out in Swedish. Tony D. – Very Cool. Quick announcements. Right to the side of the stage, we have your clickers ready in the order you are…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – Literature, Chips & Format Committee – Closing Report
Tom P. presents the LCF Closing CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 LITERATURE, CHIPS AND FORMAT REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments The majority of this committee’s efforts deal with literature that aids the membership in applying and understanding the 12 Steps and Traditions; that carries the message to the addict who still suffers;…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – TEC – Closing Report
Tony D. – TEC is up CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 Trustee Election Committee Report INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: The 2015 Trustee Election Committee has completed the process. All candidates have been informed of the results. COMMITTEE INTRODUCTIONS: Chair SWRT – Jay P. Vice Chair TAL – Rob W. WSBT Chair – MWRT Brain…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – Information Technology Committee – Closing Report
Michele D. gives report – CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 WSCITC REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments Our fellowship continues to grow and utilize new and emerging technologies to assist us in communicating and conducting business, and most importantly to assist in our efforts to carry the message. In addition to assisting the…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – Archive Committee – Closing Report
Tony D. – Next up is archives Susan B. gives report CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 ARCHIVE COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments – Well, here we are on the last day of another legacy-making WS Conference. While some standing committees are able to complete much of their work for C.A. at…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – Public Information Committee – Closing Report
Tony D. – Next up is PI John O. gives report – CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 PUBLIC INFORMATION (PI) REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS I would like to thank the returning PI committee members from last year, as well as the dedicated new members who joined us this year for the work we…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – WSBT – Closing Report
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS APPROVED Page 55 of 117 Your WSBT would like to extend sincere thanks to all participants at this year’s World Service Conference, and to the entire fellowship for allowing us to be of service, and for your ongoing support….
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – Finance Committee – Closing Report
Heidi J. gives report – CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 Finance Committee Report INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Chair Heidi J. APPROVED Page 60 of 117 Secretary Keith B. Trustee Jay P. WSOB/Treasurer Laurie R. Member Maya B. Member Lance D. Member Caryl S. Member Caroline B. The A.A. Service Manual, Twelve Concepts for World…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – S & B Committee – Closing Report
Dana V. presents S&B closing report. CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 STRUCTURE AND BYLAWS REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS On behalf of the WSC 2015 Structure and Bylaws Committee, I would like to thank this body, our respective areas and regions for the honor and privilege to serve this Conference and C.A. as a…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – Convention Committee – Closing Report
Stu E. – Presents the Convention Closing report. CLOSING REPORT C.A.WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 CONVENTION COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments APPROVED Page 85 of 117 I would like to thank the World Service Conference Convention Committee for allowing me to serve as your Chair. It has been, as always, a humbling and…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – Unity Committee – Closing Report
Maurice S. presents the Unity report. APPROVED Page 97 of 117 CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 UNITY REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS My friends and family, I have been the town crier for unity for the last three years and now the torch has been passed. This new breed of unity lovers are…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – WSOB – Closing Report
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 WSOB REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS The World Service Office Board is thankful for the opportunity to serve the fellowship of Cocaine Anonymous. We continue to hear your voice and we look forward to meeting your needs in a swift and efficient manner throughout the year. The WSOB…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – H & I Committee – Closing Report
Adrien H. presents the H&I report CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2015 CAWS H&I COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Say hello to your new H&I Committee!! This is a very energetic group of people and we have some exciting plans for the upcoming months. It has been a pleasure chairing the breakout sessions;…
Sep 5, 2015 – Daily Summary – Day 5 – Conference Chair’s Closing Business
Tony D. – Yes. Next up is election of Co- Conference Secretary. Tony reads the qualifications and duties. Brian T. – I Nominate Ruby. Tony D. – Ruby accepts. Seeing no other nominations, thank you, Ruby. Any new business? APPROVED Page 114 of 117 Nick A. – MOTION: Add new Point 14 in C.A. book…
2015 Conference – Summary of Motions
CAWS Conference 2015 Summary of Motions Disclaimer – This was the first year using electronic voting. A few electronic votes were done to test the system or were initiated in error. This is the reason there appears to be ‘missing’ votes. There are also a couple of places where the vote number was not documented…
Aug 28 – Sep 6, 2015 – WSBT Quarterly Meeting – Summary of Minutes
CA WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES SUMMARY MINUTES OF MEETING QUARTERLY BOARD MEETING August 28th – September 6th 2015 Since this report is a confidential C.A. 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, violate…
Sep 9, 2015 – WSOB Minutes
Minutes of the Meeting of C. A. World Service Office Board of Directors September 19, 2015 OPENING – Meeting called to order with the Serenity Prayer at 9:00 a.m. by Chair, Scott S. TRADITION 10 – Read by Jimmy. CONCEPT 10 – Read by Ira L. BIRTHDAYS – Scott S., last Wednesday, 31 years. ROLL…
Oct 4, 2015 – WBST Conference Call Meeting Minutes
CA WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES SUMMARY MINUTES OF MEETING CONFERENCE CALL MEETING TRUSTEE ORIENTATION OCTOBER 4TH, 2015 Since this report is a confidential C.A. 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, violate in any…
Oct 10, 2015 – WSOB Minutes
MINUTES OF MEETING OF WORLD SERVICE OFFICE BOARD October 10,2015 OPEN MEETING @ 9:30AM SERENITY PRAYER TRADITION 11 – Read by Jennifer CONCEPT 11 – Read Chris BIRTHDAYS – Laurie 21 Yrs (10/10/15), Chris 21 Yrs (10/18/15) ROLL CALL & QUORUM DETERMINATION Scott A. (Chair), Tim A. (Vice-Chair), Linda F. (DOO), Laurie R. (Treasurer), Jennifer…
Nov 1, 2015 – WBST Conference Call Summary of Minutes
CA WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES SUMMARY MINUTES OF MEETING CONFERENCE CALL MEETING NOVEMBER 1st , 2015 Since this report is a confidential C.A. 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, violate in any…
Nov 14, 2015 – WSOB Minutes
MINUTES OF MEETING OF WORLD SERVICE OFFICE BOARD November 14, 2015 OPEN MEETING @9:15 AM with the Serenity Prayer. TRADITION 12 read by Morgan T. CONCEPT 12 read by Ira L. BIRTHDAYS: None ROLL CALL & QUORUM DETERMINATION Present were Scott S, (Chair), Laurie R. (Treasurer), Linda F. (DOO), Ira L, (WST), Frank P. (WSOT),…
Dec 5, 2015 – WSBT to WSOB Minutes
CA WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES SUMMARY MINUTES OF MEETING BOARD TO BOARD MEETING DECEMBER 5TH, 2015 Since this report is a confidential C.A. 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…
Dec 4-6, 2015 – WSBT Quarterly Board Meeting Minutes
CA WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES SUMMARY MINUTES OF MEETING QUARTERLY BOARD MEETING DECEMBER 4th – DECEMBER 6th, 2015 Since this report is a confidential C.A. 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, violate…
Dec 12, 2015 – WSOB Minutes
MINUTES OF MEETING OF WORLD SERVICE OFFICE BOARD December 12, 2015 OPEN MEETING @9:40 AM with the Serenity Prayer. TRADITION 1 – Read by Morgan CONCEPT 1 – Read by Ira BIRTHDAYS None ROLL CALL & QUORUM DETERMINATION Present were: Scott S. (Chair), Tim A. (Vice-Chair), Linda F. (DOO, Laurie R. (Treasurer), Frank P. (WSOT), Ira…
Jan. 16, 2016 – WSOB Minutes
WORLD SERVICE OFFICE BOARD FINAL MINUTES January 16, 2016 OPEN MEETING @ 9:30 AM with the serenity prayer. SERENITY PRAYER TRADITION 2 – read by Chris J. CONCEPT 2 – read by Ira L. – Ira comments we need to always remember that any major changes have to be approved by the conference floor. BIRTHDAYS:…
Jan 23, 2016 – Summary Minutes – WSBT – Conference Call Meeting
CA WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES SUMMARY MINUTES OF MEETING CONFERENCE CALL MEETING January 23, 2016 Since this report is a confidential C.A. 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, violate in any way…
Feb 20, 2016 – WSOB Meeting Minutes
OPEN MEETING @ 9:15 AM SERENITY PRAYER TRADITION 3 – Read by Morgan T. CONCEPT 3 – Read by Ira L. BIRTHDAYS: Randy M. – 23 years. ROLL CALL & QUORUM DETERMINATION – Quorum is 4. Present were Scott S. (Chair), Tim A. (Vice Chair), Laurie R. (Treasurer), Linda F. (DOO), Ira L. (WST), Frank P….
Feb 26-28, 2016 WSBT Minutes of the Quarterly Board Meeting
CA WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES SUMMARY MINUTES OF MEETIN QUARTERLY BOARD MEETING February 26 – 28, 2016 Since this report is a confidential C.A. 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,…
Mar. 19, 2016 – WSOB Minutes
WORLD SERVICE OFFICE BOARD MINUTES – Final March 19, 2016 OPEN MEETING @ 9:35 AM SERENITY PRAYER TRADITION 4 – Read by Morgan T. CONCEPT 4 – Read by Chris J. BIRTHDAYS – No Birthdays ROLL CALL & QUORUM DETERMINATION – Quorum is Present were Scott S. (Chair), Tim A. (Vice Chair), Laurie R. (Treasurer),…
March 26, 2016 WSBT – Conference Call Meeting Minutes
CA WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES SUMMARY MINUTES OF MEETING CONFERENCE CALL MEETING March 26, 2016 Since this report is a confidential C.A. 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,…
April 10, 2016 WSBT – Conference Call Meeting Minutes
CA WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES SUMMARY MINUTES OF MEETING CONFERENCE CALL MEETING April 10, 2016 Since this report is a confidential C.A. 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,…
April 16, 2016 – WSOB Minutes
WORLD SERVICE OFFICE BOARD MINUTES April 16, 2016 OPEN MEETING @ 9:00 AM SERENITY PRAYER TRADITION 5 – Read by Morgan T. CONCEPT 5 – Read by Ira L. BIRTHDAYS – Tim A. 16 years. ROLL CALL & QUORUM DETERMINATION – Present were Scott S. (Chair), Tim A. (Vice Chair), Laurie R. (Treasurer), Linda F….
May 21, 2016 – WSOB Minutes
WORLD SERVICE OFFICE BOARD MINUTES May 21, 2016 OPEN MEETING @ 9:20 AM SERENITY PRAYER TRADITION 6 – Read by Chris J. CONCEPT 6 – Read by Alesia F. BIRTHDAYS – Ira L. celebrates 20 years today! Morgan T. is 6! ROLL CALL & QUORUM DETERMINATION Present were Scott S. (Chair), Tim A. (Vice Chair), Laurie…