2011 Election Results | Professional Disc Golf Association
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The 2011 Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) elections have come to a close, with a record number of eligible voters participating in the selection process. A total of 14,589 ballots were sent out to members, with an impressive 2,698 casting their votes, representing a participation rate of 18.5% of eligible voters.
One of the most significant changes implemented during this election cycle was the expansion of the PDGA Board from seven to nine members. This increase in size is part of a recent amendment to the bylaws, which also extended the terms of board members from two to three years, with a staggered rotation. The new bylaws were put to a confidence vote and overwhelmingly approved by an 83% margin.
The PDGA Board of Directors plays a crucial role in the organization's governance, conducting semi-annual summit meetings and monthly teleconference calls to address key issues. With the expanded board size, it is expected that this increased participation will foster greater productivity and leadership within the organization.
In accordance with the bylaws, four at-large Board member positions were up for election in 2011. The candidates who obtained the first and second highest number of votes secured three-year terms from September 1, 2011 to August 31, 2014. Those with the third and fourth highest vote counts will serve two-year terms from September 1, 2011 to August 31, 2013.
The successful candidates for the four at-large Board member positions are David Feldberg and Rebecca Duffy, who will take office on September 1 for three-year terms, while Kevin McCoy and Peter Shive will serve two-year terms.
In addition to the expanded board, state/province coordinators were also elected in this year's election. This group of volunteers represents more than 50 key positions within the PDGA, with approximately half being elected annually. The new state/province coordinators who obtained the most votes and will take office on September 1 are:
* Alabama: Chris Pierce
* Alberta: Craig Burrows-Johnson
* Arkansas: Evan McKee
* Armed Forces: Levi Daniel
* California North: Jennifer Knisley
* Colorado: John Bird
* Delaware: Tony Mastrangelo
* Georgia: Keith Johnson
* Idaho: Derek Ford
* Indiana: John Cavaletto
* Kansas: Chris Smith
* Louisiana: Brian Harrison
* Manitoba: Darin Watson
* Minnesota: Mike Snelson
* Missouri: Fred Smith
* Nebraska: Andrew Chisholm
* New Hampshire: Rob Feeney
* New Mexico: Sean Duggins
* North Carolina: Robert Leonard
* Ohio: Paul Jay
* Ontario: Kim Scott-Wood
* Pennsylvania: Chas Ford
* Quebec: Peter Lizotte
* Rhode Island: Greg Wintrob
* Saskatchewan: Murray Gordon
* South Dakota: Scott Caesar
* Texas: Mitch Justice
* Vermont: Christopher Young
* Washington: Mike Rideout
* Wisconsin: Terry Miller
The PDGA would like to extend its gratitude to outgoing board members Juliana Korver, Todd Andrews, and Bob Decker, as well as all outgoing state/province coordinators, for their dedication and service to the organization.
Thank you to all who participated in this year's election.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/2011-election-results