Sep/Oct 2004 Graybeards - KWVA - Korean War Veterans Association

Korean War Veterans
Association Election Results
Life RO Total
For President (Vote for ONE)
Jack Edwards ................................869..........884 ........1753
J. D. Randolph ................................195..........231..........426
Louis T. Dechert. Sr. ......................944..........1163........2107 *
For 1st Vice President (Vote for ONE)
Donald M Byers ............................825..........866 ........1691
Charles A. Stephan..........................203..........223..........426
Richard L. Adams ..........................951..........1175........2126*
For 2nd Vice President (Vote for ONE)
Michael E. Mahoney ......................802..........814..........1616
Bryon W. Dickerson ......................115l ........1433........2584*
For Director (Vote for no more than FOUR)
Kenneth B. Cook ..........................798.......... 844 ........1642
Harley J. Coon ................................908.......... 983 ........1891*
John (Jack) Delap............................776.......... 832 ........1608
Paul W. Sutphin .............................. 464 ........479.......... 943
James K. Hall..................................599..........682..........1281
Harry L. Rawley ............................339..........350 ........689
Bob Morga ...................................... 909........1154........2063*
Edward L. Cutler ............................738..........948..........1686
Dean B. McClain ..........................1027........1246........2273*
E. Lee Dauster ................................1081........1301........2382*
* Denotes winners.
There were 37 ballots received from members who had not
paid dues and were not counted. There were 130 ballots
received that did not include member label and member number,
so were not counted.
32 ballots voted for more than 4 directors. 1 ballot voted for
more than one referendum item. 1 ballot voted for more than
one 2nd Vice President. These ballots were tabulated in the
other areas that did not exceed the stipulations.
The referendum regarding maximum consecutive terms was
also tabulated by member type and is summarized below:
Referendum Options
Life RO Total
No consecutive terms maximum ....291 ........310..........601
2 consecutive terms maximum........1121........1327........2448
3 consecutive terms maximum........230..........245..........475
Call For Election
SUBJECT:
TO:
2005 - Call For Election
Members - Korean War Veterans
Association, Inc
Dear Members:
The By-Laws state that a call for nominees for election at the
annual meeting shall be stated in the “Graybeards” each year.This
call is for any qualified member who seeks one of the positions available
in the 2005 elections to submit their request.
BUSINESS
Four Director positions are open for the 2005-2008 three-year
term.Those desiring to apply will be required to meet the following
requirements as stated in our By-Laws:
(Reference Paragraph C, Section 3, Article III of the By-Laws
amended July 27, 2000.)
“1. Requirements:
a. Must present proof of service by submitting a copy of a DD-214
or other document notarized as a true copy showing eligible service
and a statement releasing such document for verification by the
Nominating Committee.
b. Must present a current photograph suitable for publication in
the Graybeards.
c.Must submit a letter with the following:
(1) Their intent to run for an office and the office sought.
(2) A resume of their qualifications for this office, stating any
experience that will be of benefit to the association.
(3) Their current mailing address, home telephone number, or
other contact information and KWVA membership number.
(4) This letter will be limited to approximately one typed page.
d. A statement that they will attend all called meetings of the
Executive Council and that they understand that two (2) unexcused
absences could be used for their removal from office.
e. They must sign a statement that their dues are current through
the whole of the term of the office they are seeking. Payment of delinquent
dues shall not be retroactive for the purpose of establishing eligibility
to run for office within the association.
Send the above items by certified mail, return receipt requested, to
the Nominating Committee Chair to arrive not later than February 15
of that year.”
Nominees are requested to contact the Nominating Committee for
a check-list to assist them in completing their application.
Applications will be addressed to:
Nominating Committee
% Maurice R “Dick” Wainwright
Wainwright’s, Inc
2045 E 15th St
Tucson, AZ 85719-6315
It is the duty of the Nominating Committee to receive, review and
certify the nominees.The approved certified declarations will be forwarded
to the Editor of Graybeards for publication.
The March-April issue of the Graybeards will list each certified
nominee andthe Official
Ballot. Those members in “Good Standing,” those whose dues are
current when the “Graybeards” is mailed, are eligible to cast their
vote by mail.The instructions to cast your vote will be listed on your
ballot.It is imperative that you follow the instructions, complete your
ballot and mail the ballot to the selected CPA by July 10, 2005.
Nominating Committee Chairman
Dick Adams
P.O. Box 334
Caruthers, CA 93609
Submitted by: /s/ Don Duquette
Secretary, KWVA
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The Graybeards September - October 2004