Petition to ask the Tennaqua Board to reconsider their position regarding Bjorn

In my experience, Bjorn has demonstrated kindness, encouragement, and skill. He made a mistake that does not reflect the full positive extent of his character. I approve of the Board and Lindsey

Bjorn deserves another chance. I understand why the Board made the original decision. However, based on what has happened since, it seems clear that Bjorn is well loved and many members feel passionately about his reinstatement (including me). I would hate to see this tear the club apart. And I would hate to be in his replacement’s shoes. Give him another chance. If he violates his contract again I’m sure you will have the full support of all members. But as the current situation stands, a second chance is warranted and I believe best for the club as a whole.

Please bring Bjorn back, I agree with all that he deserves a chance

To our board members,

I would like the board to reconsider its decision. The punishment does not fit the integrity and spirit of the club.

Bjorn has been a GREAT addition to our Tennaqua Family. I'd like the board to consider reinstating Bjorn if he is willing to rejoin us.

By signing this we do not mean to undermine the board's authority, as we recognize it is their responsibility to handle these decisions. As there is no way for us to know all the accurate details surrounding this situation, we just want to express that we think Bjorn has been a very positive force for the paddle program and because he is so well liked and has done such a good job, if there is a way to keep him as our pro, we think it would be a positive thing for Tennaqua. We will, of course respect the board's decision.

I hope great consideration will be given by the Board to reinstate Bjorn as our paddle pro. Bjorn has been dedicated to the Tennaqua paddle program and I think he deserves another chance.

I recommend a second chance. Bjorn seems to really care about all the tennaqua teams and players.

I too believe as another member previously stated, that oftentimes serving on a board is a thankless job requiring tough calls being made. While I understand the decision to terminate Bjorn's employment, I am not necessarily convinced it is the right one for Tennaqua. Based on the information provided to me, I support the petition so that a review of the decision can be addressed and determined if it is in fact, in the best interest of our club.

I respect the work of the Board. It is sometimes a thankless job. I respect the work of Bjorn, who has thrown himself into the Tennaqua community with great cheer and capability. My only way to understand this is to think a mis-communication or mis-understanding has occurred. Out of respect for the membership, please make sure this isn't the case by giving Bjorn another chance. Too much is riding on this.

Bjorn is a good person. Deserves a second chance. I offered him cash once, he said it had to bill through the club.

I respect and appreciate all the work the board does, but I disagree with this decision. The risk of the contract violation happening again is zero.

I like Bjorn. He deserves a second chance.

This is a good person. He is barely making a living.

Let's give him a 2nd chance!

His actions may not have been right. But they do not warrant instant dismissal. Perhaps he just needs a pay raise.

Bjorn is a great asset to Tennaqua. Deserves a 2nd chance!

Should have never been allowed to happen this way. In a business environment the employee would first be formally counseled and the episode documented with actions and consequences fully understood by all parties.

Great Guy! Who deserves a 2nd chance!