Crown Heights Community Goes To The Polls
Elections for the directors of the Crown Heights Jewish Community Council (CHJCC) and Vaad Hakohol have kicked off for the first elections in 14 years, this morning at Lubavitcher Yeshivah Crown Street. Polls will be open till 9:00 pm • Full Story, Photos
Elections for the directors of the Crown Heights Jewish Community Council (CHJCC) and Vaad Hakohol have kicked off for the first elections in 14 years, this morning at Lubavitcher Yeshivah Crown Street.
Polls will be open till 9:00 pm. Valid photo ID and proof of address required
ELECTION FAQ’s
Who are we electing? A board of directors to oversee the Crown Heights Jewish Community Council and Vaad Hakohol of Crown Heights.
What’s their job? To ensure the success of two organizations: 1) The CHJCC, which is responsible for improving the material lives of residents by bringing social services, advocacy and funding into the community; 2) The Vaad Hakahol, which is responsible for supporting the religious lives of residents by ensuring an active and effective Beis Din with a reliable kashrus infrastructure and the like.
Who are the candidates? Eight candidates are running (listed alphabetically by last name): Zalman Friedman, Yankel Goldstein, Dovid Halon, Berel Hildeshaim, Yitzie Kamman, Meir New, Shmuel Rosenstein, Pinchos Woolstone.
How many will be elected? At least 5 and up to 7.
How do they win? To be elected, a candidate must receive at least 50% + 1 vote of all votes cast.
How do we ensure enough members are elected to be a real board? Voters must select a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 7 candidates. Ballots with less than five or more than 7 selections will be disqualified.
How long is their term? Three years.
Who may vote? Male Jewish residents of Greater Crown Heights—including East Flatbush, Remsen Village and Brownsville, within the following boundaries: Washington Ave to Rockaway Ave, and Snyder Ave to Atlantic Ave—who are married or previously married or at least 30 years old. A valid photo ID and proof of address will be required to vote.
When will the results be announced? With Hashem’s help, the votes will be counted and the winners announced on the same night after the polls close.
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