Post by larrywalden on Nov 20, 2016 1:00:40 GMT -5
Hello,
As Commissioner, it is my obligatory duty to inform members of the UFFL when there are decisions that require a league vote. This is a Class I Vote, as specified by our League Constitution, and Class I votes:
"...include major referendums, amendments to this document, expansion and alignment, and major disciplinary action. In this setting, each individual titled ‘Commissioner’ shall receive a total of four and only four votes, each individual titled ‘Vice President’ shall receive a total of three and only three votes, each individual titled ‘Chairman’ shall receive two and only two votes, and each individual titled ‘Owner’ shall receive one and only one vote. A two thirds majority will result in a determination of ‘pass’ while anything short of that will result in a failure of the measure."
As you may know, ~thelistener is the manager of the Fargo Axemen, and Fargo is a Privately-Owned Franchise. Under our approved Constitution, it states that "In the event that an Owner or General Manager becomes vacant from their respective duties, the Commissioner may step in to temporarily manage the franchise or appoint some other individual to that position. During this period, the League reserves the right to manage the franchise to the optimal benefit of its players and fans. Any privately owned franchise which has been vacated by its owner for a period no shorter thanone year eight weeks (as of March 2015), will transition into possession of the League. At this point the League will seek new private ownership of the franchise."
Despite warnings, ~thelistener has neglected to respond to Management and make the necessary adjustments to effectively manage their franchise. Examples of this include:
- Failure to communicate with the Commissioner (since July)
- Failure to make or communicate updates for the Fargo roster
- Failure to use the appointed spreadsheet to effectively manage the team
- General lack of league participation
While the fourth point is not required of a GM, the last known communication we have had with ~thelistener was his selection of draft picks in August, and two attempts to "sign" free agents (the Commissioner had to literally schedule an appointment with the GM). Communication problems were also an issue in the 2015 regular season, but a head coach was appointed, and this essentially "rescued" ~thelistener from suspension. These types of arrangements make it undeniably hard for the league to function. We realize that participating in a league like this is "for fun", and personal issues can prevent involvement, but we would hope that problems would be communicated to Management if they were ever an issue.
It is with this knowledge that we have decided that ~thelistener has neglected to successfully manage the franchise.
We are calling for all GM members (minus ~thelistener) to vote based on the Class I Vote process. A 2/3 majority vote will effectively suspend ~thelistener from his GM duties, and ~itsamadworld919 (the Commissioner) will act as the Fargo GM until a new one can be appointed. In addition, ~thelistener will not be able to participate as a GM at any point without a Class II vote in future seasons. This also includes any co-management positions.
The Fargo Axemen will remain a Privately-Owned Franchise through the end of the 2016 season. After the 2016 season is completed, this team will be open to new private ownership, and that owner may do as they wish with the future of the Axemen franchise - including the ability to start a new franchise. All community members and current GMs have the option to take this position. We will immediately seek a new GM upon passing of this vote.
Please vote, and thanks for your continued participation in our league!
Thanks,
Larry
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CURRENT VOTE: ( 13 / 17 ) = 76%
This VOTE has passed.
Needed over 66.67% ( 12 / 17 ) to Pass.
itsamadworld919 [X][X][X][X]
pythos_cheetah [X][X][X]
kovtara [X]
slyknuxdragon [ ]
dragon287 [X]
MartineauQC [X]
hg3300 [ ]
kzmaster [ ]
jack_knight [X]
Rally Ranger [ ]
croco [X]
Masterbucks [X]
As Commissioner, it is my obligatory duty to inform members of the UFFL when there are decisions that require a league vote. This is a Class I Vote, as specified by our League Constitution, and Class I votes:
"...include major referendums, amendments to this document, expansion and alignment, and major disciplinary action. In this setting, each individual titled ‘Commissioner’ shall receive a total of four and only four votes, each individual titled ‘Vice President’ shall receive a total of three and only three votes, each individual titled ‘Chairman’ shall receive two and only two votes, and each individual titled ‘Owner’ shall receive one and only one vote. A two thirds majority will result in a determination of ‘pass’ while anything short of that will result in a failure of the measure."
As you may know, ~thelistener is the manager of the Fargo Axemen, and Fargo is a Privately-Owned Franchise. Under our approved Constitution, it states that "In the event that an Owner or General Manager becomes vacant from their respective duties, the Commissioner may step in to temporarily manage the franchise or appoint some other individual to that position. During this period, the League reserves the right to manage the franchise to the optimal benefit of its players and fans. Any privately owned franchise which has been vacated by its owner for a period no shorter than
Despite warnings, ~thelistener has neglected to respond to Management and make the necessary adjustments to effectively manage their franchise. Examples of this include:
- Failure to communicate with the Commissioner (since July)
- Failure to make or communicate updates for the Fargo roster
- Failure to use the appointed spreadsheet to effectively manage the team
- General lack of league participation
While the fourth point is not required of a GM, the last known communication we have had with ~thelistener was his selection of draft picks in August, and two attempts to "sign" free agents (the Commissioner had to literally schedule an appointment with the GM). Communication problems were also an issue in the 2015 regular season, but a head coach was appointed, and this essentially "rescued" ~thelistener from suspension. These types of arrangements make it undeniably hard for the league to function. We realize that participating in a league like this is "for fun", and personal issues can prevent involvement, but we would hope that problems would be communicated to Management if they were ever an issue.
It is with this knowledge that we have decided that ~thelistener has neglected to successfully manage the franchise.
We are calling for all GM members (minus ~thelistener) to vote based on the Class I Vote process. A 2/3 majority vote will effectively suspend ~thelistener from his GM duties, and ~itsamadworld919 (the Commissioner) will act as the Fargo GM until a new one can be appointed. In addition, ~thelistener will not be able to participate as a GM at any point without a Class II vote in future seasons. This also includes any co-management positions.
The Fargo Axemen will remain a Privately-Owned Franchise through the end of the 2016 season. After the 2016 season is completed, this team will be open to new private ownership, and that owner may do as they wish with the future of the Axemen franchise - including the ability to start a new franchise. All community members and current GMs have the option to take this position. We will immediately seek a new GM upon passing of this vote.
Please vote, and thanks for your continued participation in our league!
Thanks,
Larry
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CURRENT VOTE: ( 13 / 17 ) = 76%
This VOTE has passed.
Needed over 66.67% ( 12 / 17 ) to Pass.
itsamadworld919 [X][X][X][X]
pythos_cheetah [X][X][X]
kovtara [X]
slyknuxdragon [ ]
dragon287 [X]
MartineauQC [X]
hg3300 [ ]
kzmaster [ ]
jack_knight [X]
Rally Ranger [ ]
croco [X]
Masterbucks [X]
