Monday 18 February 2008

Referendum -> The Result

Voting closed Saturday at noon and we all had a nervous wait over the weekend before Rhea announced the results breakdown on Monday.

But it was all worth the wait!

The total vote count was 4,010 (which means I won Tom Marley's sweepstake because I guessed 4000!)

4,010 votes is roughly 14% of our student population and is reportedly the highest voter turnout that we've had in fifteen years.

Abstain received 93 votes.
No received 197 votes.
Yes received 3,740 votes (which is 93% of the total voter turnout!)

Our expectations were surpassed and I am so proud of our students for engaging in this issue and making sure their voice was heard. And 93% is a very reassuring amount of support with which to move forward with our change in company status.

Thank you once again everyone. Whether Ranger or voter, you have ensured your Guild remains student-led and better run than ever!

Referendum... done!

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