Colleagues: This body has some very important work to do, now and in the future. The matter that is before us now, has distracted from that work. Moreover, the name calling and personal jabs are not only unprofessional but do nothing to resolve the issue - but tends to put enmity between us. May we all take a step back and re-focus our efforts on resolution, rather than combat. There are those more qualified to interpret the governing bylaws and State Statutes than I. Let's let them quickly do their due diligence and report back, instead of assuming that one person or another knows the answer. "Quote words that affirm all men and women are your brothers and sisters." ― Aberjhani ; In other words, realize all 15 of us voting members of this body came here the same way; we were elected via a process. We were elected because someone thought we could do the tasks assigned with the membership and the organization in the forefront of our thoughts and actions..it's time to prove to them that they were right, and respect their affirmation. Let's get back to work. 73 and good Hamming Jim Pace, K7CEX ARRL the National Association for Amateur Radio Northwestern Division Director