[quote=catandahalf]Let's hold the "giddy - up" here. I regret I missed the memo on this, but I am interested in the trail of events which led to this "vote." I have seen no recent notices of this action on the US Sailing web site. Is this a "backdoor" thing or what?
I have been busy racing trimarans, and there are those of us that should have an ear and a say in this action.

I would be most grateful for some explanation I can pass along to my friends.

As noted in our PM's, no hidden agenda. All US SAILING Sailor Athlete's received the request to nominate, followed by the ballot to vote. To register as a Sailor Athlete go to http://www.ussailing.org/sac/

Caleb