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That time of year
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firstsonofsolo
Title: TFF President
Registered:
Feb '06
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Date Posted:
5/18/07 11:44pm
Subject:
That time of year
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Well folks July is rapidly approaching us which means it is going to be voting time and discuss any revisions we may need to make. Here are the following offices that are currently being held.
Chapter representative: runs meetings, moderates the Tucson forum, organizes and supports the chapter, handles media-related issues, and does anything else not covered by the other offices
Secretary: takes and posts the minutes from each meeting, handles club-related documents (such as this constitution), runs meetings if the CR is unable to attend
Historian: organizes photos from events and keeps our scrapbook up to date
Librarian: runs the Two Suns Fan Force Library, which includes handling the book collection and bringing the books to each meeting for members to check out
501st liaison: coordinates Two Suns Fan Force involvement in 501st events (must be a 501st member)
Webmaster: keeps our club website up to date
Costumed event coordinator: coordinates events in the community
If you would like to run for office or nominate someone you should think about doing so now. Also if you have any ideas on revising the charter please write them down and keep them until the July meeting.
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firstsonofsolo
Title: TFF President
Registered:
Feb '06
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Date Posted:
5/18/07 11:51pm
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RE: That time of year
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I am announcing that I am running for chapter rep as Cathie has stepped down and handed everything over I fully intended to run the TFF through 2008.
In doing so my personal goal is to grow the TFF as much as possible by reaching out in all aspects of the Star Wars fandom, whether it be costuming, collecting, reading or gaming.
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Chris Jackson TFF President Jango Fett BH-2244 "Do or do not there is no try" ~ Master Yoda http://www.tucsonfanforce.com/
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dialswiftjustice
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Jul '05
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 12:11am
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RE: That time of year
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Hm, I thought Cat said she wanted to wait until June to make the election thread, but since the guantlet has been thrown down!
I would also like to announce my candidacy for CR. I am just getting off of work, so my intitiatives will be posted later today.
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hal9k1
Title: Tucson FF
Webmaster and 501st Liaison
Registered:
Dec '03
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 7:52am
Subject:
RE: That time of year
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firstsonofsolo posted:
Here are the following offices that are currently being held.
Chapter representative: runs meetings, moderates the Tucson forum, organizes and supports the chapter, handles media-related issues, and does anything else not covered by the other offices
Secretary: takes and posts the minutes from each meeting, handles club-related documents (such as this constitution), runs meetings if the CR is unable to attend
Historian: organizes photos from events and keeps our scrapbook up to date
Librarian: runs the Two Suns Fan Force Library, which includes handling the book collection and bringing the books to each meeting for members to check out
501st liaison: coordinates Two Suns Fan Force involvement in 501st events (must be a 501st member)
Costumed event coordinator: coordinates events in the community
Other offices discussed but not listed:
Media (what Dustin has been doing with the logos, images, and video)
Treasurer
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JediObiKat
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Feb '06
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 11:43am
Subject:
RE: That time of year
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I know I'm not around right now, but I would like to be secretary still! 
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thatsMISTERwookiee
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Nov '05
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 11:57am
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RE: That time of year
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Let it be known now throughout the realm that I have no intention of running for or serving as any office/position holder for the coming year. I will simply remain the "true" power behind the throne(Wow, that certainly sounds "Sith-ish" to me   )
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_Anakin_Vader_
Title: Tucson FanForce Keeper of the Library
Registered:
Mar '05
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 12:50pm
Subject:
RE: That time of year
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thatsMISTERwookiee posted:
Let it be known now throughout the realm that I have no intention of running for or serving as any office/position holder for the coming year. I will simply remain the "true" power behind the throne(Wow, that certainly sounds "Sith-ish" to me )
Well, that's a good thing, since Chris/Dustin don't pull people's arms out of their sockets when they lose! (Wookiees are known to do that)
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hal9k1
Title: Tucson FF
Webmaster and 501st Liaison
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Dec '03
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 1:57pm
Subject:
RE: That time of year
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I'm going to go along with Jack... I have no intention of running for any office or any duties.
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Damian http://www.danzelmo.com 501st #rs Dz+Tr+Tb +Id - 4709 http://www.TucsonFanForce.com (Webmaster) Why anime? Name something that has come out of Hollywood in the last 10 years that is original
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Jada
Title: Chapter Rep
Charlotte, NC
Registered:
Apr '06
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 2:13pm
Subject:
RE: That time of year
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hal9k1 posted:
I'm going to go along with Jack... I have no intention of running for any office or any duties.
You do hold an office - Webmaster
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hal9k1
Title: Tucson FF
Webmaster and 501st Liaison
Registered:
Dec '03
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 2:27pm
Subject:
RE: That time of year
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Jada posted:
hal9k1 posted:
I'm going to go along with Jack... I have no intention of running for any office or any duties.
You do hold an office - Webmaster
I never considered it an office. I bought TucsonFanForce.com, created the site, host it, administered it, update it, pay for it, and maintain it. Basically I own it. It has nothing to do with anyone else; I’ve never asked for help paying for any of it. I never thought of it as an elective FF function. Just something that needed to be done.
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Damian http://www.danzelmo.com 501st #rs Dz+Tr+Tb +Id - 4709 http://www.TucsonFanForce.com (Webmaster) Why anime? Name something that has come out of Hollywood in the last 10 years that is original
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hal9k1
Title: Tucson FF
Webmaster and 501st Liaison
Registered:
Dec '03
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 2:36pm
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RE: Political Questions
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5/19/07 2:40pm (1 edits total)
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To get the "ball rolling" here are questions I'd like to ask the 2 people so far that have said they would like to run for CR.
How you would facilitate having a set day and time for meeting (IE.1st Saturday of every month)?
How would you promote Better Communication within group?
What ideas would you foster for having external FF get togethers that don’t relate to charity functions (just having fun)?
How would you promote the group to other groups in the area (IE. other FF, Rebel legion, 501st, other collector or other sci-fi groups)? Continuing on that idea, would you go about getting new members?
How would you promote our public image and get our group more noticed in the community?
What are you goals and hopes for the next year of the FF? What you like to see changed? How would it benefit the group?
What events or functions are you more interested in?
How would you handle the funding issues within the group?
What if any changes would you like to see made to the charter?
IMHO, this group is lopsided. Some people contribute more time, money and , energy than others yet reap no more benefit or accolades that those that barley participate yet reap all the benefits of being a TFF member. Is this an concern for you? If so how would you change it?
This may seem silly but what threads would you make sticky and what would you unstuck?
Edit: Thought of another question:
How would you approach the changes that need to be made on the boards (IE. scrolling meeting times, website addy in out southwest listing) and updates?
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Damian http://www.danzelmo.com 501st #rs Dz+Tr+Tb +Id - 4709 http://www.TucsonFanForce.com (Webmaster) Why anime? Name something that has come out of Hollywood in the last 10 years that is original
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thatsMISTERwookiee
Registered:
Nov '05
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 3:16pm
Subject:
RE: That time of year
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Jada posted:
hal9k1 posted:
I'm going to go along with Jack... I have no intention of running for any office or any duties.
You do hold an office - Webmaster
Technically, you also "hold" the office of 501st liason, although I wasn't aware that the position was an elected office.
Here's a couple of questions: Over the past year, there seemed to be an undercurrent of dissention, anger, hostility, divisiveness, call it what you will, that I feel hurt the group. Do you think this is a situation that can be resolved by anyone's election to the CR office? If so, how would your victory help the situation?
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dialswiftjustice
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Jul '05
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 5:05pm
Subject:
RE: That time of year
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Wow, grilling before my platform is even announced! Ill do my best to answer your questions, but I think most of them woul dhave been answered when I posted my initiatives.
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Mugen
Title: Tucson FanForce
Props Expert
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May '05
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 7:27pm
Subject:
RE: That time of year
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thatsMISTERwookiee posted:
Let it be known now throughout the realm that I have no intention of running for or serving as any office/position holder for the coming year. I will simply remain the "true" power behind the throne(Wow, that certainly sounds "Sith-ish" to me )
YES!!!!! 
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dialswiftjustice
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Date Posted:
5/19/07 9:36pm
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RE: That time of year
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Okay here is my seriously long post!
I'll address Damian's questions first since he posted them first. Keep in mind I am always open to new ideas. I do think there should be some type of question/answer session at a future meeting prior to elections, so I won't use this thread for debates on individual topics.
How you would facilitate having a set day and time for meeting (IE.1st Saturday of every month)?
I beleive this is a key to reaching and maintaining new members. Two of the problems we have is sometimes making meetings on the fly, and based on one or two individuals schedules. This feeds into the question about reaching new members below. If we have a set day and time each month for the one official meeting, it is easier for the public to grasp that the club is accessible. If someone knows that we have meetings every second Sunday of the month, for example, it sticks in their mind and makes it much more easy to remember to make it another time. It makes visits from other fan forces, clubs or media outlets easier to schedule as well. It is also something we can put on flyers around local businesses where fans congregate or buy merchandise. It portrays us as an organized, professional group. We can also put the general announcement that the meetings are a set day every month on the scrolling banner above (which still reads March!) since getting it changed monthly in a timely manner isn't always reliable. This is one of my initiatives, and I would have the dates and times up for a vote within the first meeting following election.
How would you promote Better Communication within group?
I think better commuication flows from more socialization as a group, so we are not just members, but friends. I will make known all my contact information, and make it known everyone can contact me at any time. I will also try and facilitate communication between other members, and encourage events (leads into the next question) merely for the purpose of socialization without the pressure of performing, meeting goals or being "on the job" in terms of an office etc.
What ideas would you foster for having external FF get togethers that don’t relate to charity functions (just having fun)?
I think this is exactly how we become friends as well as members. My ideas include, but are not limited to,
Movies (Transformers! Harry Potter! FanBoys! My Best Friends Wedding 2! (just kidding), dinners, b-day parties for members, parties in general, home screenings.Outings like: a museum, conventions, and book signings. Not all gatherings need to be Star Wars related. Anyone at anytime can post a thread, for example; "join us for lunch on 5/18".
How would you promote the group to other groups in the area (IE. other FF, Rebel legion, 501st, other collector or other sci-fi groups)? Continuing on that idea, would you go about getting new members?
I stated some above, but in a nutshell here are my ideas:
Other groups:
Inviting the Rebel Legion, 501st, other groups etc, to a meeting, or making a special party-type socialization meeting with them, offering to help with an event of theirs, and inviting them to help with one of ours
New members:
Flyers in the pop culture places where sci-fi fans gather, comic shops, etc
picking an official TFF comic shop, and using it for a screening, rps, something and advertising it.
advertising on free spaces such as the tucson weekley
putting up advertising that does cost up for a vote
inviting media outlets to a meeting or event
bumperstickers button, mugs, sun visors, tattoos! (just kidding about the last couple)
Mass donations of toys to special places on holidays with media coverage
ETC! Please don't think this is all! And I am always willing to hear new ideas!
How would you promote our public image and get our group more noticed in the community?
My primary goal is expansion for the future. I would like be sure that if a few core members leave the group it will not fold.
What are you goals and hopes for the next year of the FF? What you like to see changed? How would it benefit the group?
see above
What events or functions are you more interested in?
group meetings/get-togethers, CRS Halloween Event, Howl-O-Ween Reid Park Zoo Event, and hospital visits. The TFF is creating a reputation as a leader in charity events.
How would you handle the funding issues within the group?
I think creation of a Treasurer would help with funding issues when we vote on an expenditure. I really like the fact that this group does not require dues. So, if the money collected does not meet what we need for the expenditure than the Treasurer would simply give the money back. We could then vote on it again at a later date.
What if any changes would you like to see made to the charter?
The main thing I would like to change in the charter is the guideline for full membership. I don't believe that members that contribute little in terms of coming to meetings/events, contributing time, money or energy should have the ability to vote. In my opinion it is not beneficial for the group to have key decisions determined by those that are not actively participating in the group. I would like the charter to read something to this effect, as far as "full" membership is concerned:
- living in southern Arizona
- posting on the forums regularly (come to a decision on what is "regularly")
- attending 2 meetings (review: I believe it should be at least 3)
- attending an event as a member of the TFF or attending 2 RPGs
I would like to add a clearer definition of office duties for Costumed Event Coordinator, and I would like to create an office of Treasurer. The Costumed Event Coordinator should be our first line of communication with public/private parties for Events. The CEC should be responsible for organizing the events. This person would be responsible for maintaining our professional image at the event and deciding on TFF "guests" for our events. The Treasurer's only function is to collect money when we vote on an expenditure (float decoration, banner, etc) and to give members their money back if the money collected does not meet our goal. There will be NO DUES. This would just be for expeditures we vote on.
IMHO, this group is lopsided. Some people contribute more time, money and , energy than others yet reap no more benefit or accolades that those that barley participate yet reap all the benefits of being a TFF member. Is this an concern for you? If so how would you change it? see above. Hopefully our membership drives will help eliviate some of the responsibities and pressure from core members to be at every event.
This may seem silly but what threads would you make sticky and what would you unstuck?
I think that the threads currently "stuck" should remain, because they get so much activity. I would like to "stick" an Introduce yourself or Welcome to the forums thread. I would also like to "stick" a main event thread. Individual threads for events are still fine, however they should state the date/time/location if possible. For example this thread is important, but it doesn't tell new memebers/visitors what it is about.
How would you approach the changes that need to be made on the boards (IE. scrolling meeting times, website addy in out southwest listing) and updates? Like I said earlier the scrolling meeting time could be solved pretty quickly by just deciding on a permenate time slot that does not need to be changed monthly. Find out the RSA's guidelines for changes and try to be as proactive as possible with getting them the information they need with plenty of time for changes.
Over the past year, there seemed to be an undercurrent of dissention, anger, hostility, divisiveness, call it what you will, that I feel hurt the group. Do you think this is a situation that can be resolved by anyone's election to the CR office? If so, how would your victory help the situation?
I think a more organized way to handle debate on topics would help to keep frustration levels to a minimum (mine and others) a few simple guidelines would go a long way so debates don't dissolve into fighting. When one individual person is discussing an TFF item, we should give that person uninterupted time to share their thoughts. The passing of Damian's Magic Conch is one idea that comes to mind. I believe having regular meetings and group activities would help a lot in getting us to better understand each other. This will make communication better between group members and give us more tolerance for individual personalities. If I were elected I would like to use mediation with core members/officers in private settings rather than with the group at large.
This group has some of the best people with the biggest hearts I have ever met and I would be happy to represent you as CR. I would be honored to serve as CR.
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firstsonofsolo
Title: TFF President
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Date Posted:
5/20/07 12:14am
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RE: That time of year
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Just wanted to say I am working on my "speech" will post tomorrow eveing
-Chris
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