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Originally Posted by Denny Crane
No one wants to volunteer. No one wants to take the time. No one wants to get involved. That doesn't mean they don't care or think things are fair. You can have issues with the system and like and respect the job the board is doing. It will take a few people to pull everyone together to make a change.
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Very insightful. Joey2665 has very valid points too. Since many have had strong and differing opinions in the community, some members started web sites and Facebook pages for discussion and information sharing. (Google Love Suissevale) There are significant obstacles for new Suissevale candidates. Here are some:
1. No term limits for existing Board members
2. People may not be happy with the Board but people by default go with what they know. It’s called “Incumbency Advantage”
3. The long standing Board and their families have many friends in the community.
4. Many vacationing community members are simply unaware.
5. Dock holders and people lower on the waitlist naturally prefer the Dock inheritance policy since it’s already in practice.
6. Access to the voter registry was denied
7. Several political spin tactics are used against new candidates too. ie- When solid facts are presented, the focus is shifted on the person reporting the facts and counter narratives emerge. It’s an easy tell but only if you know what to look for. It started on this thread but I’m glad to see it has stopped as more information has been revealed and people are genuinely curious and helpful. Thank you!