The Boroughs are a vital part of Carolingia. They breathe new life and
enthusiasm into the Barony and that, alone, makes them worthy of
cultivation. For both the Boroughs and elsewhere the Baron and
Baroness can be a positive role in many ways. I will pick two.  As
titular figureheads, the Baron and Baroness give an opportunity for
pomp and and circumstance to make this historical society more
interesting. The Baronial coronet is not an award, it is a role. The
success in which it is played is measured by how much the general
quality of SCA life is enhanced by it. I would like to invigorate
court and the other rituals surrounding the Baron and Baroness by
adding drama, a bit of a storyline, and activity. Hopefully, the role
can be played such that it touches on all aspects of Carolingia and
draws them together. The boroughs, in particular, represent both
faction and unity; elements essential to drama. I look forward to
including them in whatever unfolds.  The second duty I would raise is
that the Baron and Baroness are responsible for acknowledgement and
recognition. There are Kingdom level awards and processes for them as
there are Baronial level awards and orders to poll for them. Much good
work is done by the boroughs and much has been overlooked. The
processes and procedures for these official awards can be too slow,
cumbersome or have too high a standard to be really successful for
borough folk, it is the responsibility of the Baron and Baroness to
step in. A ring from the Baron's finger, a position in court, or
public acknowledgements are free and easy to do. It is also something
I feel strongly about, and promise attention to.
