Tate alleges Boldt wrong

Mr. Boldt's attempt to push into insignificance the reasons for my resignation is most unconvincing.

As stated in my letter of resignation the whole manner in which the executive operates is enough to make anyone ashamed to have his name appear in the minutes.

My charge of irresponsibility did not mention the word "financial," and as Mr. Boldt very well knows, I had at a number of meetings expressed my disgust at, among other things, the not uncommon procedure of unanimously rescinding motions passed at previous meetings.

The present executive have often implied that the association treasurer should look after the books and shut up—to quote Mr. Robertson (who, when in Wellington is association president): "What do you (the treasurer) think you are doing writing a letter (to a creditor). Let me write and sign a letter and at least make it official."

(My offer to Mr. Robertson at this time that he assume the role of treasurer was rapidly declined.)

Although a treasurer cannot, of course, be a dictator, he should at least expect to have his opinions heard and respected. The present executive do not accept this.

Mr. Boldt's accusation of "financial obstructionism when smooth and efficient financial processing was imperative" apparently means "disagreeing with Mr. Boldt and his colleagues."

I am guilty of this, although I could add that although efficient financial processing was imperative, it also appears impossible under the executive reigning at present.

Although Mr. Boldt may feel the need of a bookkeeper when there is much to be done, perhaps the executive could have thought of this before ignoring the fact that there was a treasurer, charged, via the constitution with giving financial advice.

And if it is felt that the resignation of Mr. Lawrence and myself was not a fit matter for broadcasting, perhaps Mr. Boldt could explain why the NZBC saw reason to place it first on the local news bulletin.

The executive could try acting with some responsibility, then maybe there would be no such unkind remarks to make against them.