[Lnc-business] Convention Change of Venues

Tue Jun 30 10:03:47 EDT 2020

John,

My state chairs have proposed a similar outcome. Votes on elected
positions, no deliberative work, either up and down voting on plat/bylaws
or ensuring the work is preserves and visited down the road/ next
convention. I am currently at 8-1-0-3 as of the writing of this email in
favor of not signing another contract

Richard Longstreth
Region 1 Representative (AK, AZ, CO, HI, KS, MT, NM, OR, UT, WA, WY)
Libertarian National Committee
richard.longstreth at lp.org
931.538.9300

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On Tue, Jun 30, 2020, 07:50 john.phillips--- via Lnc-business <
lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:

> Given everything else going on both on Florida and around the country, as
> well as that apparently the convention center they want to put us in is one
> of their Covid testing locations, (despite my online jokes about this maybe
> being a feature not a flaw) we need to seriously consider this as a time to
> make the decision to punt.
>
> I am polling my state chairs/officers group right now, but my inclination
> would be to move to not accept this change and cancel an in person
> convention, moving elections online, with platform and bylaws either being
> straight up down votes, or over some sort of extended time frame after
> elections are over with email balloting (not partial to that, but it is a
> possible thing).
>
> John Phillips
> Libertarian National Committee Region 6 Representative
> Cell 217-412-5973
>
> On Jun 30, 2020 7:43 AM, "Alex Merced (LNC Vice Chair) via Lnc-business" <
> lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:
>
> 100% this “ Debate, vote, accept, work to make a success.” 👏👏👏
>
> Alex Merced
> Vice Chair of the Libertarian National Committee/LP
>
> > On Jun 30, 2020, at 7:59 AM, Caryn Ann Harlos <caryn.ann.harlos at lp.org>
> wrote:
> >
> > 
> > If the in person does not go forward, I do hope we decide to have an
> electronic convention on the same days as people have already arranged for
> time off work.
> >
> >> On Tue, Jun 30, 2020 at 5:53 AM Caryn Ann Harlos <
> caryn.ann.harlos at lp.org> wrote:
> >> If the CoC had said they did not wish to do the work necessary I would
> agree.  They have not, quite the contrary.  I think it would be
> disrespectful of everything they have done not to let them try. (As well as
> to the delegates who want to go)
> >>
> >> From what I understand all the same safety precautions and room needed
> is accommodated.
> >>
> >> What this does is a second bite at the apple for those who have always
> opposed.  There may be other reasons to change one’s mind (conditions in
> Florida for example) but this shift isn’t anything major.
> >>
> >> Everything in the compromise still holds true and the principle of
> respecting everyone’s choice does as well.  Cancelling while it is still
> possible forecloses the choice of those who want to go.  I think we can
> honor all choices.
> >>
> >> That said, we are a deliberative body, and no matter what the decision
> is, I hope everyone respects it and does not work to sow sour grapes or
> undermine as we have seen already over this whole thing.
> >>
> >> Debate, vote, accept, work to make a success.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>> On Tue, Jun 30, 2020 at 4:15 AM Alex Merced (LNC Vice Chair) via
> Lnc-business <lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:
> >>> Will the OCCC have all the same precautions that the Rosen promised As
> far safety (its not just size of the rooms).
> >>>
> >>> I’ve generally been in support of the compromise because it was
> visible that there was no way the party as a whole could move in either
> direction without causing major schisms but this does raise many concerns.
> >>>
> >>> - Even if rooms reservations are moved and a larger main hall is
> attained the amount of planning for the space such as tables and breakout
> rooms, Gala planning etc. that would need to be revisited seems like a
> cruel thing to ask the CoC to revisit.
> >>>
> >>> - I have seen annecdotally noticed several supporters of live
> convention change their mind not to go not cause their view had changed but
> due to the pressure from family and those around them. While I intend to be
> their if it happens, I have also seen similar levels of pressure from my
> loved ones.
> >>>
> >>> - The Rosen was quite adamant about having us and was quite sure they
> would be open that weekend what assurance we have that the OCCC will not do
> the same in the next week and half (I know you can’t control the future but
> at this point, but there comes a point where you can only fight these
> headwinds so much).
> >>>
> >>> Considering the amount of logistics and timing that is now reshuffled,
> the changing health environment I think that we can safely invoke
> impossibility/impracticality for the second sitting if we chose to. I don’t
> know if this is something we are voting on, or If this ship has sailed but
> if it comes to a vote that is how I will vote based on current
> circumstances.
> >>>
> >>> I do have nothing but gratitude for the efforts of the CoC to move
> mountains in replanning a convention in 6 weeks and don’t wish them the
> burden of replanning this in two weeks in a venue without the kind of
> vetting that was given to the Rosen in a fraction of the time.
> >>>
> >>> If the event does happen, I plan on being there but this is where my
> heart is at with the hearing of this new information.
> >>>
> >>> Alex Merced
> >>> Vice Chair of the Libertarian National Committee/LP
> >>>
> >>> > On Jun 30, 2020, at 4:19 AM, Caryn Ann Harlos via Lnc-business <
> lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:
> >>> >
> >>> > We need to see an addendum or whatever sooner rather than later.
> The two
> >>> > "sides" are eating each other's faces once again on facebook, and I
> have
> >>> > died inside over it.
> >>> >
> >>> > People can disagree in good faith.  No matter what happens now or
> whenever,
> >>> > I believe it is our job to accept whatever decision we collectively
> make
> >>> > whether we personally agree or not and work to make whatever that is
> a
> >>> > success.
> >>> >
> >>> > That is what I intend to do.  I am convinced that the "all or
> nothing"
> >>> > spectrums on both sides are seriously damaging our party.  There is
> no
> >>> > parity.  My position:  I want everyone to get their way.  Those who
> wish to
> >>> > attend in person and those who wish to attend remotely, and that is
> how I
> >>> > will vote on this body and if necessary at any in-person
> convention.  I
> >>> > respect all choices and that people have good faith reasons for
> holding
> >>> > them.  We would all be better off if we all did that IMHO.
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> > *In Liberty,*
> >>> >
> >>> > * Personal Note:  I have what is commonly known as Asperger's
> Syndrome
> >>> > (part of the autism spectrum).  This can affect inter-personal
> >>> > communication skills in both personal and electronic arenas.  If
> anyone
> >>> > found anything offensive or overly off-putting (or some other social
> faux
> >>> > pas), please contact me privately and let me know. *
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >> On Tue, Jun 30, 2020 at 12:44 AM Tim Hagan via Lnc-business <
> >>> >> lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:
> >>> >>
> >>> >> Mr. Goldstein is likely already asleep at this late hour, so I'm
> >>> >> forwarding his message for the LNC members who were not at Monday's
> COC
> >>> >> meeting.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> Convention Update - Next to last one!
> >>> >>
> >>> >> On Friday, June 26th the COC was notified by Rosen Properties that
> their
> >>> >> Shingle Creek property was not going to open until September. This
> meant
> >>> >> that our National Convention was in jeopardy and we were in shock.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> During that initial discussion we were told that their Rosen Center
> >>> >> property had never closed and they proposed moving our convention
> to
> >>> >> that venue and the adjoining Orange County Convention Center. As of
> >>> >> today we are in possession of an outline of how that will happen
> and
> >>> >> hope to have a contract addendum ready for the LNC's approval
> within a
> >>> >> couple days. There will be no additional costs to the Libertarian
> Party
> >>> >> for this change in venue, all added costs for the Convention Center
> will
> >>> >> be taken care of by Rosen Properties. We will actually have a
> larger
> >>> >> main hall at 93k sq ft and more room for exhibits and breakouts.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> All room reservations made for Shingle Creek will be moved to an
> >>> >> equivalent room at the Rosen Center (which was the location of our
> 2016
> >>> >> National Convention). You need not contact the hotel to change your
> >>> >> reservation. Also, all suite upgrades and hospitality rooms will
> also
> >>> >> have similar settings
> >>> >>
> >>> >> The COC also voted tonight to approve an addendum to the contract
> with
> >>> >> AV Group that will provide a remote convention site for NY, NJ and
> CT
> >>> >> delegates at Syracuse, NY based on discussions with the three state
> >>> >> chairs. This is an option we have been working on for almost two
> months
> >>> >> and had a hard deadline of today to proceed. We did with with no
> surety
> >>> >> that the delegates at Orlando will authorize remote participation
> but
> >>> >> with the faith that they will for delegates that cannot travel due
> to
> >>> >> government constraints.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> We are still planning to have a great convention at Orlando next
> week
> >>> >> and look forward to seeing many of you there.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> Live Free,
> >>> >>
> >>> >> Sam Goldstein
> >>> >>
> >>> >> --
> >>> >> Tim Hagan
> >>> >> Treasurer, Libertarian National Committee
> >>> >>
> >>>
> >> --
> >>
> >> In Liberty,
> >>
> >>  Personal Note:  I have what is commonly known as Asperger's Syndrome
> (part of the autism spectrum).  This can affect inter-personal
> communication skills in both personal and electronic arenas.  If anyone
> found anything offensive or overly off-putting (or some other social faux
> pas), please contact me privately and let me know.
> >>
> > --
> >
> > In Liberty,
> >
> >  Personal Note:  I have what is commonly known as Asperger's Syndrome
> (part of the autism spectrum).  This can affect inter-personal
> communication skills in both personal and electronic arenas.  If anyone
> found anything offensive or overly off-putting (or some other social faux
> pas), please contact me privately and let me know.
> >
>
>
>
> On Jun 30, 2020 7:43 AM, "Alex Merced (LNC Vice Chair) via Lnc-business" <
> lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:
>
> 100% this “ Debate, vote, accept, work to make a success.” 👏👏👏
>
> Alex Merced
> Vice Chair of the Libertarian National Committee/LP
>
> > On Jun 30, 2020, at 7:59 AM, Caryn Ann Harlos <caryn.ann.harlos at lp.org>
> wrote:
> >
> > 
> > If the in person does not go forward, I do hope we decide to have an
> electronic convention on the same days as people have already arranged for
> time off work.
> >
> >> On Tue, Jun 30, 2020 at 5:53 AM Caryn Ann Harlos <
> caryn.ann.harlos at lp.org> wrote:
> >> If the CoC had said they did not wish to do the work necessary I would
> agree.  They have not, quite the contrary.  I think it would be
> disrespectful of everything they have done not to let them try. (As well as
> to the delegates who want to go)
> >>
> >> From what I understand all the same safety precautions and room needed
> is accommodated.
> >>
> >> What this does is a second bite at the apple for those who have always
> opposed.  There may be other reasons to change one’s mind (conditions in
> Florida for example) but this shift isn’t anything major.
> >>
> >> Everything in the compromise still holds true and the principle of
> respecting everyone’s choice does as well.  Cancelling while it is still
> possible forecloses the choice of those who want to go.  I think we can
> honor all choices.
> >>
> >> That said, we are a deliberative body, and no matter what the decision
> is, I hope everyone respects it and does not work to sow sour grapes or
> undermine as we have seen already over this whole thing.
> >>
> >> Debate, vote, accept, work to make a success.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>> On Tue, Jun 30, 2020 at 4:15 AM Alex Merced (LNC Vice Chair) via
> Lnc-business <lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:
> >>> Will the OCCC have all the same precautions that the Rosen promised As
> far safety (its not just size of the rooms).
> >>>
> >>> I’ve generally been in support of the compromise because it was
> visible that there was no way the party as a whole could move in either
> direction without causing major schisms but this does raise many concerns.
> >>>
> >>> - Even if rooms reservations are moved and a larger main hall is
> attained the amount of planning for the space such as tables and breakout
> rooms, Gala planning etc. that would need to be revisited seems like a
> cruel thing to ask the CoC to revisit.
> >>>
> >>> - I have seen annecdotally noticed several supporters of live
> convention change their mind not to go not cause their view had changed but
> due to the pressure from family and those around them. While I intend to be
> their if it happens, I have also seen similar levels of pressure from my
> loved ones.
> >>>
> >>> - The Rosen was quite adamant about having us and was quite sure they
> would be open that weekend what assurance we have that the OCCC will not do
> the same in the next week and half (I know you can’t control the future but
> at this point, but there comes a point where you can only fight these
> headwinds so much).
> >>>
> >>> Considering the amount of logistics and timing that is now reshuffled,
> the changing health environment I think that we can safely invoke
> impossibility/impracticality for the second sitting if we chose to. I don’t
> know if this is something we are voting on, or If this ship has sailed but
> if it comes to a vote that is how I will vote based on current
> circumstances.
> >>>
> >>> I do have nothing but gratitude for the efforts of the CoC to move
> mountains in replanning a convention in 6 weeks and don’t wish them the
> burden of replanning this in two weeks in a venue without the kind of
> vetting that was given to the Rosen in a fraction of the time.
> >>>
> >>> If the event does happen, I plan on being there but this is where my
> heart is at with the hearing of this new information.
> >>>
> >>> Alex Merced
> >>> Vice Chair of the Libertarian National Committee/LP
> >>>
> >>> > On Jun 30, 2020, at 4:19 AM, Caryn Ann Harlos via Lnc-business <
> lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:
> >>> >
> >>> > We need to see an addendum or whatever sooner rather than later.
> The two
> >>> > "sides" are eating each other's faces once again on facebook, and I
> have
> >>> > died inside over it.
> >>> >
> >>> > People can disagree in good faith.  No matter what happens now or
> whenever,
> >>> > I believe it is our job to accept whatever decision we collectively
> make
> >>> > whether we personally agree or not and work to make whatever that is
> a
> >>> > success.
> >>> >
> >>> > That is what I intend to do.  I am convinced that the "all or
> nothing"
> >>> > spectrums on both sides are seriously damaging our party.  There is
> no
> >>> > parity.  My position:  I want everyone to get their way.  Those who
> wish to
> >>> > attend in person and those who wish to attend remotely, and that is
> how I
> >>> > will vote on this body and if necessary at any in-person
> convention.  I
> >>> > respect all choices and that people have good faith reasons for
> holding
> >>> > them.  We would all be better off if we all did that IMHO.
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> > *In Liberty,*
> >>> >
> >>> > * Personal Note:  I have what is commonly known as Asperger's
> Syndrome
> >>> > (part of the autism spectrum).  This can affect inter-personal
> >>> > communication skills in both personal and electronic arenas.  If
> anyone
> >>> > found anything offensive or overly off-putting (or some other social
> faux
> >>> > pas), please contact me privately and let me know. *
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >> On Tue, Jun 30, 2020 at 12:44 AM Tim Hagan via Lnc-business <
> >>> >> lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:
> >>> >>
> >>> >> Mr. Goldstein is likely already asleep at this late hour, so I'm
> >>> >> forwarding his message for the LNC members who were not at Monday's
> COC
> >>> >> meeting.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> Convention Update - Next to last one!
> >>> >>
> >>> >> On Friday, June 26th the COC was notified by Rosen Properties that
> their
> >>> >> Shingle Creek property was not going to open until September. This
> meant
> >>> >> that our National Convention was in jeopardy and we were in shock.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> During that initial discussion we were told that their Rosen Center
> >>> >> property had never closed and they proposed moving our convention
> to
> >>> >> that venue and the adjoining Orange County Convention Center. As of
> >>> >> today we are in possession of an outline of how that will happen
> and
> >>> >> hope to have a contract addendum ready for the LNC's approval
> within a
> >>> >> couple days. There will be no additional costs to the Libertarian
> Party
> >>> >> for this change in venue, all added costs for the Convention Center
> will
> >>> >> be taken care of by Rosen Properties. We will actually have a
> larger
> >>> >> main hall at 93k sq ft and more room for exhibits and breakouts.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> All room reservations made for Shingle Creek will be moved to an
> >>> >> equivalent room at the Rosen Center (which was the location of our
> 2016
> >>> >> National Convention). You need not contact the hotel to change your
> >>> >> reservation. Also, all suite upgrades and hospitality rooms will
> also
> >>> >> have similar settings
> >>> >>
> >>> >> The COC also voted tonight to approve an addendum to the contract
> with
> >>> >> AV Group that will provide a remote convention site for NY, NJ and
> CT
> >>> >> delegates at Syracuse, NY based on discussions with the three state
> >>> >> chairs. This is an option we have been working on for almost two
> months
> >>> >> and had a hard deadline of today to proceed. We did with with no
> surety
> >>> >> that the delegates at Orlando will authorize remote participation
> but
> >>> >> with the faith that they will for delegates that cannot travel due
> to
> >>> >> government constraints.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> We are still planning to have a great convention at Orlando next
> week
> >>> >> and look forward to seeing many of you there.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> Live Free,
> >>> >>
> >>> >> Sam Goldstein
> >>> >>
> >>> >> --
> >>> >> Tim Hagan
> >>> >> Treasurer, Libertarian National Committee
> >>> >>
> >>>
> >> --
> >>
> >> In Liberty,
> >>
> >>  Personal Note:  I have what is commonly known as Asperger's Syndrome
> (part of the autism spectrum).  This can affect inter-personal
> communication skills in both personal and electronic arenas.  If anyone
> found anything offensive or overly off-putting (or some other social faux
> pas), please contact me privately and let me know.
> >>
> > --
> >
> > In Liberty,
> >
> >  Personal Note:  I have what is commonly known as Asperger's Syndrome
> (part of the autism spectrum).  This can affect inter-personal
> communication skills in both personal and electronic arenas.  If anyone
> found anything offensive or overly off-putting (or some other social faux
> pas), please contact me privately and let me know.
> >
>
>
>
> On Jun 30, 2020 7:43 AM, "Alex Merced (LNC Vice Chair) via Lnc-business" <
> lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:
>
> 100% this “ Debate, vote, accept, work to make a success.” 👏👏👏
>
> Alex Merced
> Vice Chair of the Libertarian National Committee/LP
>
> > On Jun 30, 2020, at 7:59 AM, Caryn Ann Harlos <caryn.ann.harlos at lp.org>
> wrote:
> >
> > 
> > If the in person does not go forward, I do hope we decide to have an
> electronic convention on the same days as people have already arranged for
> time off work.
> >
> >> On Tue, Jun 30, 2020 at 5:53 AM Caryn Ann Harlos <
> caryn.ann.harlos at lp.org> wrote:
> >> If the CoC had said they did not wish to do the work necessary I would
> agree.  They have not, quite the contrary.  I think it would be
> disrespectful of everything they have done not to let them try. (As well as
> to the delegates who want to go)
> >>
> >> From what I understand all the same safety precautions and room needed
> is accommodated.
> >>
> >> What this does is a second bite at the apple for those who have always
> opposed.  There may be other reasons to change one’s mind (conditions in
> Florida for example) but this shift isn’t anything major.
> >>
> >> Everything in the compromise still holds true and the principle of
> respecting everyone’s choice does as well.  Cancelling while it is still
> possible forecloses the choice of those who want to go.  I think we can
> honor all choices.
> >>
> >> That said, we are a deliberative body, and no matter what the decision
> is, I hope everyone respects it and does not work to sow sour grapes or
> undermine as we have seen already over this whole thing.
> >>
> >> Debate, vote, accept, work to make a success.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>> On Tue, Jun 30, 2020 at 4:15 AM Alex Merced (LNC Vice Chair) via
> Lnc-business <lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:
> >>> Will the OCCC have all the same precautions that the Rosen promised As
> far safety (its not just size of the rooms).
> >>>
> >>> I’ve generally been in support of the compromise because it was
> visible that there was no way the party as a whole could move in either
> direction without causing major schisms but this does raise many concerns.
> >>>
> >>> - Even if rooms reservations are moved and a larger main hall is
> attained the amount of planning for the space such as tables and breakout
> rooms, Gala planning etc. that would need to be revisited seems like a
> cruel thing to ask the CoC to revisit.
> >>>
> >>> - I have seen annecdotally noticed several supporters of live
> convention change their mind not to go not cause their view had changed but
> due to the pressure from family and those around them. While I intend to be
> their if it happens, I have also seen similar levels of pressure from my
> loved ones.
> >>>
> >>> - The Rosen was quite adamant about having us and was quite sure they
> would be open that weekend what assurance we have that the OCCC will not do
> the same in the next week and half (I know you can’t control the future but
> at this point, but there comes a point where you can only fight these
> headwinds so much).
> >>>
> >>> Considering the amount of logistics and timing that is now reshuffled,
> the changing health environment I think that we can safely invoke
> impossibility/impracticality for the second sitting if we chose to. I don’t
> know if this is something we are voting on, or If this ship has sailed but
> if it comes to a vote that is how I will vote based on current
> circumstances.
> >>>
> >>> I do have nothing but gratitude for the efforts of the CoC to move
> mountains in replanning a convention in 6 weeks and don’t wish them the
> burden of replanning this in two weeks in a venue without the kind of
> vetting that was given to the Rosen in a fraction of the time.
> >>>
> >>> If the event does happen, I plan on being there but this is where my
> heart is at with the hearing of this new information.
> >>>
> >>> Alex Merced
> >>> Vice Chair of the Libertarian National Committee/LP
> >>>
> >>> > On Jun 30, 2020, at 4:19 AM, Caryn Ann Harlos via Lnc-business <
> lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:
> >>> >
> >>> > We need to see an addendum or whatever sooner rather than later.
> The two
> >>> > "sides" are eating each other's faces once again on facebook, and I
> have
> >>> > died inside over it.
> >>> >
> >>> > People can disagree in good faith.  No matter what happens now or
> whenever,
> >>> > I believe it is our job to accept whatever decision we collectively
> make
> >>> > whether we personally agree or not and work to make whatever that is
> a
> >>> > success.
> >>> >
> >>> > That is what I intend to do.  I am convinced that the "all or
> nothing"
> >>> > spectrums on both sides are seriously damaging our party.  There is
> no
> >>> > parity.  My position:  I want everyone to get their way.  Those who
> wish to
> >>> > attend in person and those who wish to attend remotely, and that is
> how I
> >>> > will vote on this body and if necessary at any in-person
> convention.  I
> >>> > respect all choices and that people have good faith reasons for
> holding
> >>> > them.  We would all be better off if we all did that IMHO.
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> > *In Liberty,*
> >>> >
> >>> > * Personal Note:  I have what is commonly known as Asperger's
> Syndrome
> >>> > (part of the autism spectrum).  This can affect inter-personal
> >>> > communication skills in both personal and electronic arenas.  If
> anyone
> >>> > found anything offensive or overly off-putting (or some other social
> faux
> >>> > pas), please contact me privately and let me know. *
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >> On Tue, Jun 30, 2020 at 12:44 AM Tim Hagan via Lnc-business <
> >>> >> lnc-business at hq.lp.org> wrote:
> >>> >>
> >>> >> Mr. Goldstein is likely already asleep at this late hour, so I'm
> >>> >> forwarding his message for the LNC members who were not at Monday's
> COC
> >>> >> meeting.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> Convention Update - Next to last one!
> >>> >>
> >>> >> On Friday, June 26th the COC was notified by Rosen Properties that
> their
> >>> >> Shingle Creek property was not going to open until September. This
> meant
> >>> >> that our National Convention was in jeopardy and we were in shock.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> During that initial discussion we were told that their Rosen Center
> >>> >> property had never closed and they proposed moving our convention
> to
> >>> >> that venue and the adjoining Orange County Convention Center. As of
> >>> >> today we are in possession of an outline of how that will happen
> and
> >>> >> hope to have a contract addendum ready for the LNC's approval
> within a
> >>> >> couple days. There will be no additional costs to the Libertarian
> Party
> >>> >> for this change in venue, all added costs for the Convention Center
> will
> >>> >> be taken care of by Rosen Properties. We will actually have a
> larger
> >>> >> main hall at 93k sq ft and more room for exhibits and breakouts.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> All room reservations made for Shingle Creek will be moved to an
> >>> >> equivalent room at the Rosen Center (which was the location of our
> 2016
> >>> >> National Convention). You need not contact the hotel to change your
> >>> >> reservation. Also, all suite upgrades and hospitality rooms will
> also
> >>> >> have similar settings
> >>> >>
> >>> >> The COC also voted tonight to approve an addendum to the contract
> with
> >>> >> AV Group that will provide a remote convention site for NY, NJ and
> CT
> >>> >> delegates at Syracuse, NY based on discussions with the three state
> >>> >> chairs. This is an option we have been working on for almost two
> months
> >>> >> and had a hard deadline of today to proceed. We did with with no
> surety
> >>> >> that the delegates at Orlando will authorize remote participation
> but
> >>> >> with the faith that they will for delegates that cannot travel due
> to
> >>> >> government constraints.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> We are still planning to have a great convention at Orlando next
> week
> >>> >> and look forward to seeing many of you there.
> >>> >>
> >>> >> Live Free,
> >>> >>
> >>> >> Sam Goldstein
> >>> >>
> >>> >> --
> >>> >> Tim Hagan
> >>> >> Treasurer, Libertarian National Committee
> >>> >>
> >>>
> >> --
> >>
> >> In Liberty,
> >>
> >>  Personal Note:  I have what is commonly known as Asperger's Syndrome
> (part of the autism spectrum).  This can affect inter-personal
> communication skills in both personal and electronic arenas.  If anyone
> found anything offensive or overly off-putting (or some other social faux
> pas), please contact me privately and let me know.
> >>
> > --
> >
> > In Liberty,
> >
> >  Personal Note:  I have what is commonly known as Asperger's Syndrome
> (part of the autism spectrum).  This can affect inter-personal
> communication skills in both personal and electronic arenas.  If anyone
> found anything offensive or overly off-putting (or some other social faux
> pas), please contact me privately and let me know.
> >
>
>
>