Change and the sluggish wheels of that motion

Where do we go from here? Our last meeting was filled with enthusiasm as we thought out solutions to the growing frustrations associated with a volunteer organization. Our intentions have been clear from the start, to have a great soccer program in Jupiter and with that comes the responsibility to do our part. Our recent addition of very qualified trainers and the introduction and launch of Soccer in the Streets are just a few of the steps we've taken since the Executive Board challenged us with finding ways to work around the issues they refuse to manage responsiblly, such as allowing trainers to participate at games. The success of Soccer in the Streets and the continued growth of competitive soccer in Jupiter are indications that the improvements are well received. What we expect from the Executive Board has been accountability and upon reading the by-laws have realized that the governing body of this organization operates outside it's own policies, making changes to and even revoking past policy based on the vote of just the committee without regard for the memberships point of view or support. This sort of action makes it difficult to respect any policies as is demonstrated by many of the policy trangressions that parent witness in every sport. The expectations that the board has seem hypocritical when you expose the lack of regard to the non-profit by laws, which, if presented before a court of law, would be the law by which the judging would be based. The policy in place is a farce in that the membership was not given a proper voice in the decision. A proper and valid vote must be administrated to satisfy the membership seeking revocation of the current LIPTC policy on the grounds that it was written and accepted without the membership stamp of approval. Comments are welcome. Many have talked about supporting a change. Few have actually done anything. The way to open up communication and get the represenation we demand is through your voice. Who have you spoken with and how many opinions have you sorted through? JTAAA : Jupiter Tequesta Athletic Association Accountability