I think at least an EC, if not a full Chairman's entry.
It is too easy to just say we do not have time, not enough members, etc. But by taking the time to put together a Chairman's outline and then a paper, teams can realize that much of what they do is "Chairman's" type stuff and maybe a "less than stellar" list of accomplishments would inspire teams to put more emphasis on those particular activities.
Additionally, the new format of special interviews is an excellent experience for the students that present for your team.
When FIRST says you have to run on one battery to compete, you find a way to do that. When FIRST says you have to weight less than 130 pounds to compete you find a way to do that. When first says you can only use certain materials and be so tall and so wide, you find ways to do that. If FIRST said you had to do something related to Chairmans (paper or EC), then teams would find a way to get a submission complete. And, because everyone in FIRST is motivated, dedicated and proud of their work, the submittals will be good and not garbage.
I am agreeing alot with oneangrydwarf and this is starting to worry me.....
