JYPG Elections 2012: January 23rd 630 PM

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Did you know Washington state is getting a new 10th congressional district? In a busy election year, this will add another layer on to the onion of political drama.

But the other big election event of the year is a bit closer to home, and who needs a November election when you can make your voice heard now?

We will be holding our annual committee elections on January 23rd at 6:30 p.m. at:

1511 Third Ave, Ste 805, Seattle, WA 98101.

This is the 8th floor of the Melbourne Tower building in Seattle just between Pike Place and downtown. So if you have something to say or an event that's on your mind, or you just want to volunteer or make a difference, now is your chance!

If you arrive and the DOORS ARE LOCKED, please call 206-374-0180 to contact the office and be let in.

Here is a run-down of the positions:

PRESIDENT: Responsible for communications between JYPG planning committee and the leadership of the Japan America Society. Tasked with introducing speakers at events and making opening comments regarding upcoming and current activities. Opens and closes planning committee meetings and keeps discussion moving.

-VICE PRESIDENT: Backup for President if they are unable to fulfill responsibilities due to illness or absence. Second-in-command in relations and deliberations with Japan America Society leadership.

-SECRETARY: Responsible for taking and archiving minutes at monthly JYPG planning committee meetings. Emails minutes to committee members. Presents minutes to Japan America Society Board for review and archival.

-TREASURER: Responsible for coordinating planned costs of JYPG programming with the Japan America Society office. Keeps tabs on the JYPG Budget and expenses and reports to committee.

-COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR [2+ positions]: Responsible for creating and fostering an information environment for JYPG by creating Facebook, blog, and Twitter entries with interesting topics relating to the goals of the group. Reports on website traffic and significant events relating to the Facebook, blog, and Twitter feeds, to the committee.

Note also that we may discuss the formation of additional committee positions, as our scope has grown over the past year.

Best regards and hope to see you next week,
Chris C/Team JYPG