I am sure they don't have time to post on here or any message board.
I see no need in calling 705 or others names etc...Intimidation is not going to win anyone over. If every local was doing as well as 705 has stated his is, then this discussion would be moot. Respect is earned, and honestly we have to earn it in hopes of starting the apwa. Everyone has the right to their opinions, and you can't just expect everyone to just join up without challenging. In fact, Danny and Van have stated they want the hard questions, and don't want people to just sign up without researching and questioning.
Brownmonster,
That may be the way you would want contributions on your behalf doled out, but not everyone would want it done that way. Heck if CS was managed properly this would be a non-issue.