Greetings QSAC members
We are writing to you as a follow-up regarding the latest rules change proposal submitted to the RRC (Rules Ratification Committee).
Normally we would be presenting a final vote and outcome of the proposal. However, that is not the case this time around. We, the Co-Chairs, elected to pull the change proposal back as we entered the final 24 hours of the process. We have a handful of reasons as to why we made this choice; we will outline the reasons as follows.
1. There were points within the proposal that were documented incorrectly. This included a numeric measurement of one of the varieties of wings. Additionally, there were questions raised about the front nose cone/nose piece. While this was not included in the change proposal, it was identified by the participating RRC members as a point that should be included or addressed. While we truly were operating in good faith both in the presentation and in the dialogue within the RRC 10 day period, we felt we would be remiss in continuing with the proposal as it was submitted. It is worth noting that other proposals have received tweaks and updates during the RRC process. However, in the interest of transparency, we have chosen to pull this request at this time with the hope and intention of attempting to amend it for the additions and clarifications. We believe this is acting in good faith with the QSAC Bylaws.
2. There was a considerable lack of participation from the RRC members. At this time, there are a total of 8 members of the RRC. We have four manufacturer representatives (Tom Standridge, BRP; Richard Coffey, TNT Race Cars; Mark Hogue, WCM; and Randy DeLapp, DMS Sonic Racing Chassis). We also have four member representatives (Todd Holloway, National Tech Director; Brad Boling, Rules Committee Chair; Mike Sadler, Competition Chair; and Douglas Murphy, Central District Director). These members were chosen in accordance with the QSAC Bylaws as highlighted below (this can be found on page 5 of the QSAC Bylaws).
From the QSAC Bylaws, Page 5:
“The Ratification Committee shall consist of one representative from each quarter scale manufacturer (currently five (5) manufacturers)*, plus an equal number of member representatives. Member representative shall be selected by the Co-Chairs from members of the Committee Chairs, District, Regional and Area Directors. Should there be an insufficient number of eligible “member representatives” willing to serve, the Co-Chairs have the option of appointing additional member representatives from the general membership.”
The lack of participation is disheartening, to say the least. We, QSAC, hear often how individuals are not included. Other than the last two days of this RRC process, neither of us (Co-Chairs) were contacted directly by any members. Our phone numbers and email addresses are on the QSAC website. We will gladly talk and engage with anyone regarding this or any other topic. Additionally, to the best of our knowledge, only one RRC member received any communication from the membership.
3. Regarding questions of intention and integrity with this proposal. This proposal request was an attempt to put things in within a definable window for all to be able to clearly read, and understand; nothing more, nothing less. Any attempt to interpret this change as more than what was stated above is incorrect. Currently, we have built in ambiguity in the form of “must resemble”. This can be viewed in many, many ways depending on one’s perspective. While there was not an attempt to remove those words with this proposal, it was truly the intention to put definable, measureable values in the rules package to address the areas of both the top and front wings such that there would be no questions. Was the proposal perfect? No; and neither are any of us putting in the time or effort. However, we are very open to discussing topics and listening to different points of view or points of concern. We welcome open dialogue and encourage it.
While we are not happy with how this process came to a close, we are looking forward to re-evaluating this proposal for future consideration.
We wish all of you a safe and Merry Christmas as well as a Happy New Year!
Regards,
Dave Dygon
Denny Andrews Jr.
QSAC Co-Chairs