District X Election - Page 4

fhhuber506771 · Sep 21, 2009, 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dag214

I knew that, my mistake, I meant as someone who has been so close to the AMA, I feel once AMA, always AMA

. Kinda like the past Presidents of the USA, you would not hear any of them trashing peoples qualification on age.
Thanks, DAG

Actually they did when JFK ran...

And there have been people who trashed US Presidential candidates for being too old.

Opponents will trash each other for any reason they can find... or make up.

I wonder what REAL reason Sandy has for not wanting this guy on the EC...
Age has to just be an excuse that sounds better.

Note: Even if he's not from my AMA District... the winner can have an effect on the AMA... that makes me interrested in the election.

ltougas · Sep 25, 2009, 04:30 PM

I will be in Southern California to meet with modelers in the area. If you would like to join in the information for the meetings is;

http://ama-district-x-election.blogs...-meetings.html

The Toolman · Sep 25, 2009, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fhhuber506771

Actually they did when JFK ran...

And there have been people who trashed US Presidential candidates for being too old.

Opponents will trash each other for any reason they can find... or make up.

I wonder what REAL reason Sandy has for not wanting this guy on the EC...
Age has to just be an excuse that sounds better.
Note: Even if he's not from my AMA District... the winner can have an effect on the AMA... that makes me interrested in the election.

Finally something we can agree on..

SA716 · Sep 25, 2009, 05:47 PM

Ballots are out. VOTE VOTE

ltougas · Sep 29, 2009, 12:44 PM

I just posted an update to my blog discussing my Southern California campaign swing with comments and photos. Enjoy, and don't forget to vote.

Lawrence Tougas
Candidate for District X VP

ltougas · Oct 21, 2009, 01:34 PM

The following are some of the most common questions I receive when I meet AMA members. I complied this list to help voters make their choice. Please pass it on . If you would like to ask me a question that is not on the list please email me at amadistrictxelection@gmail.com. You can also read more about my campaign at my website which is http://ama-district-x-election.blogspot.com/.

Q: Is the District X Vice President a paid position?
A: No it is not, it is strictly voluntary, there is a small budget to cover the Vice President and Associate Vice President's out of pocket expenses for travel and other incidentals, but no salary.

Q: What area does District X cover?
A: District X covers California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Hawaii, and Guam. It covers almost 500,000 square miles. There are 285 clubs and 27,000 members in our district. It is the largest district in the AMA.

Q: Where is my ballot?
A: Your ballot is a postcard attached to your 2010 AMA renewal notice. You tear it off, fill in the square for the candidate of your choice, and drop it in the mail. It is already addressed, and has the postage on it too.

Q: Can I put my ballot in the envelope I return my dues renewal in?
A: NO, I'll say it again, NO, one more time NO, you cannot mail your ballot in with your renewal. If you do it will go to AMA Headquarters instead of Brady Ware, and Shoenfeld, the company that is paid to be a neutral third party tabulating the results, and it will be invalidated. So please mail the postcard separate from your renewal.

Q: I can vote online so I don't need my paper ballot right?
A: WRONG. You can not vote online. You must use your paper ballot. It is a postcard attached to your 2010 AMA renewal notice, and you must mail it separately from your dues renewal. You can pay your 2010 AMA dues online.

Q: I lost my ballot what can I do?
A: You can get a replacement ballot by calling the AMA at 800-435-9262 extension 290 and ask Shawn Grubbs to send you a replacement ballot.

Q: Why do you want to be District X Vice President?
A: I enjoy all aspects of modeling. I have built and flew free-flight, control line, R/C both Gliders and Planes. I can find something in all aspects of our sport to enjoy. I can't imagine a more exciting thing than being able to partake in all of the fun there is in District X and make a difference for our modelers. I would be on the Executive Council and able to shape AMA goals and policy that affects District X members.

Q: What makes you different from the other guy?
A: I think the biggest difference is that I have a plan with specific goals. In the year since my opponent was appointed our Interim District VP he hasn't laid out a long term plan for District X. Without a plan how do we know if we're making progress or even traveling in the right direction.

Q: What is your plan?
A: I have three issues I want to concentrate on initially. First I want to help clubs find and keep their fields. I have some specific ideas on how clubs can market themselves to their community and local officials. This will build good will and a relationship with the people who decide the matters that affect your field. This will be better than scrambling at the last minute when your field is threatened, and it will also make it harder for an official to say no to you. Its always harder for them to say no to people they know than a faceless group.

Second I want to improve the District X website. Most members don't realize that one exists. We could take the typical coverage that is put in the District X column in Model Aviation magazine which is a summary of a flying event somewhere in the district and move it to this website. We would have more room to cover events, and enjoy color photos, and video of these events. We could have a district specific event calender that puts all of the events that occur in one location categorized and color coded by type with links to maps to the event.

Finally I want to create an AMA West National Flying Site. This would be a site where we could hold major competitions and gatherings on the West Coast. Muncie is a jewel of a site and I am glad the AMA has it, but it does not serve modelers on the West Coast. We need and deserve a field that is closer to our homes.

Q: Where will you put the AMA West Flying Site?
A: I would leave that to a work group of District X members to consider the issue. That being said I would imagine that factors such as the geographic, and population centers of the district along with the price of land, and proximity of commercial air service, and accommodations would all be factors.

Q: Why should I vote nothing ever changes?
A: All I can say is give me a chance to prove you wrong. I have definite stated goals for District X. I'm able to travel because of my job so I will be out showing the flag as often as possible. I'm interested in all forms of our sport, certain regions of District X, as well as C/L, free flight, and soaring modelers all feel under represented, I will change that. Only 5-10% of AMA members vote; that means of those who do their vote carries the weight of 10 to 20 votes. Your vote matters, you have a choice this year, make a difference and cast your vote.
--
Lawrence Tougas
Candidate for AMA District X Vice President
http://ama-district-x-election.blogspot.com/

Dr. Sandy Frank · Oct 22, 2009, 08:52 AM

No WEST AMA site is needed...

it should be in the southwest...

"Texas" !!

The Toolman · Oct 22, 2009, 08:22 PM

If they would quit wasting so much $ in muncie they could probably afford another nice place in Texas and out west.

Silent-AV8R · Oct 22, 2009, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Sandy Frank

No WEST AMA site is needed...

it should be in the southwest...

"Texas" !!

California is in the southwest US. Can't put it in Texas since Texas will soon be its own country again if their governor has his way. I wonder if they will accept a US passport???

alstrahm · Oct 22, 2009, 08:39 PM

When did Texas become Southwest continental United States?

Dr. Sandy Frank · Oct 22, 2009, 09:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alstrahm

When did Texas become Southwest continental United States?

"""It always has been"""

as to $$$ spent in Muncie

being WASTED this is just wrong and BS...

I live FULL TIME IN Muncie,IN

5 mi from AMA...

and AMA does well there...

other sites would be more costly

and have lesser income...

Possibly YOU have never seen the AG production there...( at AMA )

BUY LAND in CA would be costly and not productive and monies down a RAT HOLE !!! ( but it would make YOU left coast guys happy )

Land in TEXAS is affordable

we know the costs in CA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dr. Sandy Frank · Oct 22, 2009, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silent-AV8R

California is in the southwest US. Can't put it in Texas since Texas will soon be its own country again if their governor has his way. I wonder if they will accept a US passport???

in 1845 IT was a REPUBLIC !!

and can become 5 states if desired...

but do not be bothered by FACTS keep up the BS...

init4fun · Oct 22, 2009, 09:56 PM

Guys , Do you really think the AMA can afford a new , expensive property during these times of financial decline ? Id hate to see the AMA "spread itself too thin" and end up out of money . Shouldnt any expansion of spending come during times when membership is expanding also ? Where IS all the money going to come from ?

The Toolman · Oct 22, 2009, 11:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by init4fun

Guys , Do you really think the AMA can afford a new , expensive property during these times of financial decline ? Id hate to see the AMA "spread itself too thin" and end up out of money . Shouldnt any expansion of spending come during times when membership is expanding also ? Where IS all the money going to come from ?

For 1, they could have not spent 2-300k on the ppp deal. That was a waste of money right there.

That would have bought something in Calif. It don't hafta be in the middle of an oasis ya know.

By the way Mr. Franko- the above ppp is a waste of money....no BS

fhhuber506771 · Oct 22, 2009, 11:39 PM

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Sep 29, 2009, 12:44 PM	#50
ltougas Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 9	Update from Southern California I just posted an update to my blog discussing my Southern California campaign swing with comments and photos. Enjoy, and don't forget to vote. Lawrence Tougas Candidate for District X VP

Oct 21, 2009, 01:34 PM	#51
ltougas Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 9	District X's Top XI Questions The following are some of the most common questions I receive when I meet AMA members. I complied this list to help voters make their choice. Please pass it on . If you would like to ask me a question that is not on the list please email me at amadistrictxelection@gmail.com. You can also read more about my campaign at my website which is http://ama-district-x-election.blogspot.com/. Q: Is the District X Vice President a paid position? A: No it is not, it is strictly voluntary, there is a small budget to cover the Vice President and Associate Vice President's out of pocket expenses for travel and other incidentals, but no salary. Q: What area does District X cover? A: District X covers California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Hawaii, and Guam. It covers almost 500,000 square miles. There are 285 clubs and 27,000 members in our district. It is the largest district in the AMA. Q: Where is my ballot? A: Your ballot is a postcard attached to your 2010 AMA renewal notice. You tear it off, fill in the square for the candidate of your choice, and drop it in the mail. It is already addressed, and has the postage on it too. Q: Can I put my ballot in the envelope I return my dues renewal in? A: NO, I'll say it again, NO, one more time NO, you cannot mail your ballot in with your renewal. If you do it will go to AMA Headquarters instead of Brady Ware, and Shoenfeld, the company that is paid to be a neutral third party tabulating the results, and it will be invalidated. So please mail the postcard separate from your renewal. Q: I can vote online so I don't need my paper ballot right? A: WRONG. You can not vote online. You must use your paper ballot. It is a postcard attached to your 2010 AMA renewal notice, and you must mail it separately from your dues renewal. You can pay your 2010 AMA dues online. Q: I lost my ballot what can I do? A: You can get a replacement ballot by calling the AMA at 800-435-9262 extension 290 and ask Shawn Grubbs to send you a replacement ballot. Q: Why do you want to be District X Vice President? A: I enjoy all aspects of modeling. I have built and flew free-flight, control line, R/C both Gliders and Planes. I can find something in all aspects of our sport to enjoy. I can't imagine a more exciting thing than being able to partake in all of the fun there is in District X and make a difference for our modelers. I would be on the Executive Council and able to shape AMA goals and policy that affects District X members. Q: What makes you different from the other guy? A: I think the biggest difference is that I have a plan with specific goals. In the year since my opponent was appointed our Interim District VP he hasn't laid out a long term plan for District X. Without a plan how do we know if we're making progress or even traveling in the right direction. Q: What is your plan? A: I have three issues I want to concentrate on initially. First I want to help clubs find and keep their fields. I have some specific ideas on how clubs can market themselves to their community and local officials. This will build good will and a relationship with the people who decide the matters that affect your field. This will be better than scrambling at the last minute when your field is threatened, and it will also make it harder for an official to say no to you. Its always harder for them to say no to people they know than a faceless group. Second I want to improve the District X website. Most members don't realize that one exists. We could take the typical coverage that is put in the District X column in Model Aviation magazine which is a summary of a flying event somewhere in the district and move it to this website. We would have more room to cover events, and enjoy color photos, and video of these events. We could have a district specific event calender that puts all of the events that occur in one location categorized and color coded by type with links to maps to the event. Finally I want to create an AMA West National Flying Site. This would be a site where we could hold major competitions and gatherings on the West Coast. Muncie is a jewel of a site and I am glad the AMA has it, but it does not serve modelers on the West Coast. We need and deserve a field that is closer to our homes. Q: Where will you put the AMA West Flying Site? A: I would leave that to a work group of District X members to consider the issue. That being said I would imagine that factors such as the geographic, and population centers of the district along with the price of land, and proximity of commercial air service, and accommodations would all be factors. Q: Why should I vote nothing ever changes? A: All I can say is give me a chance to prove you wrong. I have definite stated goals for District X. I'm able to travel because of my job so I will be out showing the flag as often as possible. I'm interested in all forms of our sport, certain regions of District X, as well as C/L, free flight, and soaring modelers all feel under represented, I will change that. Only 5-10% of AMA members vote; that means of those who do their vote carries the weight of 10 to 20 votes. Your vote matters, you have a choice this year, make a difference and cast your vote. -- Lawrence Tougas Candidate for AMA District X Vice President http://ama-district-x-election.blogspot.com/

Oct 22, 2009, 08:52 AM	#52
Dr. Sandy Frank Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Muncie,IN 47304 USA Posts: 547	thanks 4 this info... No WEST AMA site is needed... it should be in the southwest... "Texas" !!

Oct 22, 2009, 08:22 PM	#53
The Toolman Earth Moving Specialist Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Lake of The Ozarks, Mo. Posts: 263	If they would quit wasting so much $ in muncie they could probably afford another nice place in Texas and out west. Last edited by The Toolman; Oct 22, 2009 at 08:26 PM. Reason: spelling

Oct 22, 2009, 11:39 PM	#60
fhhuber506771 Deletedfor proving Nauga wrong Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Posts: 15,865	... Last edited by fhhuber506771; Oct 24, 2009 at 08:52 PM.

Sep 25, 2009, 04:30 PM	#47
ltougas Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 9	I will be in Southern California to meet with modelers in the area. If you would like to join in the information for the meetings is; http://ama-district-x-election.blogs...-meetings.html

Sep 25, 2009, 05:47 PM	#49
SA716 RCG #1 Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: USA Posts: 213	Ballots are out. VOTE VOTE

Oct 22, 2009, 08:39 PM	#55
alstrahm Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Mountain View,CA Posts: 197	When did Texas become Southwest continental United States?

Oct 22, 2009, 09:56 PM	#58
init4fun AMA 80274 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Wrentham Mass. Posts: 775	Guys , Do you really think the AMA can afford a new , expensive property during these times of financial decline ? Id hate to see the AMA "spread itself too thin" and end up out of money . Shouldnt any expansion of spending come during times when membership is expanding also ? Where IS all the money going to come from ?

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