Folks, A few notes on recent events and items of interest: (i). The NANOG Steering Committee approved the 2009 Election Ballot. It will be posted on Sunday, October 18 by noon when the polls open. (ii). Charter amendments http://nanog.org/governance/elections/2009elections/2009charteramend.php (iii). SC Candidates http://nanog.org/governance/elections/2009elections/2009sc_candidates.php (iv). Current PC Candidates http://nanog.org/governance/elections/2009elections/2009pc_candidates.php (v). Important dates - Voting for the 2009/2010 NANOG SC opens: 1200 EDT 10-18-09 - Voting for the 2009/2010 NANOG SC closes: 0915 EDT 10-21-09 - PC Candidate Information posted/nominations close: 10-19-09 The NANOG 47 agenda has been posted, so please check that out. We have a great line-up of topics and presenters. We hope to see many more in Dearborn. For those who are considering a NANOG Sponsorship, we encourage you to contact marketing@merit.edu. The community really appreciates the support and vendors do have a wonderful opportunity to showcase their products. Thanks, and see you all in Dearborn. Dave