ODK Governance Proposal - Update #1

Governance matters to be considered at 2006 National Convention

Nationals will be holding a final conference call-in opportunity to discuss the proposed reorganization on Tuesday, November 15 at 7 p.m. eastern time (partially to accommodate our western Circles). This will give you the opportunity to hear from members of the Task Force on their recommendation to change from the current number of Provinces (16) to four Regions and the rationale behind this proposal. There is no cost to attend this conference call, if you have not already received the dial in number, please contact Robin Murphey at rmurphe0@hotmail.com.

In addition, a straw poll of all Circles will take place in January of 2006. Nationals hope each Circle will vote so that they can report the results at the initial meeting of the Convention. If approved, they will then be able to elect Regional Directors during the 2006 Convention. If you are interested in being considered for a Regional position, please let us know at the national headquarters.