Gee, I have no actual idea why. In my case I was going to join in May and I kept
putting it off. Then finally someone said why don't you wait until September -- it
is cheaper. Hey I can deal with cheaper. And as you can see by the time of this
posting I ain't at the AGM.

Lynda

Kevin Nelson wrote:

> I never made mention of Manny in my message ...
>
> I am referring to people who have a proven history of writing negative,
> accusatory comments in regards to OBC activities, and also personally
> against OBC Board members.
>
> And I am also referring to people who have never participated in OBC
> activities this year, but in late September they decided to join the
> club. One must ask why? ... my guess is so that they can come to the AGM
> and vote. While its true that all members are allowed an equal vote
> according to the constitution, I fail to understand what reason people
> would have to vote if they have not taken part in any of the club
> events.
>
> Many people have written to me since my posting saying they want to be
> part of a CYCLING club, not a political organization. I could not agree
> more with this statement, I have been saying this since I started as a
> Board member. My post was an attempt to bring to light issues of another
> group with political interests "taking over" the OBC (taking over is an
> actual quote I heard). I supported Avery so loudly because he is
> determined to keep the focus of the OBC on those events that members
> have shown interest in.
>
> Maybe my method was flawed, but I am not going to apologize for doing
> what I have done. And I truly wish I could be at the AGM where I could
> have brought these things to light in a more proper way. Unfortunately,
> I am currently in Vancouver for work.
>
> I wish you all well tonight. I hope things don't get out of hand, but
> that all issues are discussed in a thoughtful, meaningful way.
>
> Kevin Nelson
>
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