......that comparison isn't that good either. The main difference there is that a rather large percentage of "non-participants" in the superbowl have an interest in the event.

Again, the problem I have is the potential for avoidable losses to the association being incurred. What I do know, from my ZD, is that board approval and some "seed money" was given to the event prior to a proper budget submission. What I don't know is how much that was and what the numbers needed to be to break-even and repay that money? I think the budget should be posted on the MAAC website so the membership knows the facts.

I would be very interested to know if there are other expenses that are expected to be covered by a minimum number of entries that the committee will look to the association to cover if more losses beyond any "seed" money.

I would like to know if the minimum "break-even" number of participants required was pulled out of the air or based on past event participation numbers, etc, etc.

This isn't about vague "romantic" ideals of past history, bla, bla...........it's about being responsible with the membership's money, particularly in light of or known budgetary situation.

It shouldn't upset anyone or be taken personally.

I will be asking through "proper" channels for details related to this event, including the full budget and moneys that have been forwarded and intend to post every last bit of it for all members to review. .........I also expect that I won't be provided with it, but will instead receive some lame reasons why I can't have it.

.....stay tuned.