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Minutes of the
Membership and Communication Committee
ASLCS Fall Meeting
Austin, Texas
September 24, 2006 |
The Membership and Communication Committee met on Sunday, September 24, 2006, in Austin, Texas. The meeting was called to order with Annette Moore, UT, Co-Chair, presiding.
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Annette Moore, Co-Chair, UT |
Marilyn Eddins, Co-Chair, UT |
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Leslie McLean, Vice Chair, UT |
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Susan Aceves, AZ |
Barbara Lecarpentier, VA |
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Michelle Adams, NC |
Jim McElroy, NC |
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Robert Altmann, WV |
Norm Moore, AZ |
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Joan Branson, MO |
Janet Pruitt, NC |
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Karen Brown, UT |
Gail Romanowski, MN |
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Carmen Cauthen, NC |
Jim Schratz, AR |
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Beth Dingus, VA |
Judith Schultz, WV |
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Ginny Edwards, VA |
Jackie Scott, VA |
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Janice Gadd, UT |
Suellen Scott, OR |
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David Gibson, VT |
Lexi Smith, OR |
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Martha Hopson, AK |
Kirsten Waid, AK |
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Bruce Jamerson, VA |
Kyle Wentz, NV |
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Ruby Johnson, LA |
Kathy White, MO |
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Ann Krekelberg, AK |
Maureen Wilson, UT |
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Jeannine Layell, VA |
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Overview
Annette Moore presented an overview of what was expected of the committee for the year ahead. The committee will select a theme and an ice-breaker activity for the New Attendee Orientation in 2007. The committee will also revise the orientation brochure and continue the buddy program.
New Attendee Orientation
Theme
In the discussion of a theme for the orientation program, it was decided that the committee wanted to incorporate something of Vermont into the theme. Dave Gibson stated that Ben and Jerry's ice cream has a huge presence in Burlington, and the suggestion was made to have an ice cream party. The group decided that the activity should include interaction with everyone. Annette encouraged all to use their creativity and email ideas to her.
Pin contest
It was decided to continue the pin contest, but a decision about the prize to be awarded will be made at a later meeting.
Sponsors
The committee will continue to assign one sponsor for two new attendees.
Questionnaires
Carmen stated that she will email the results of the new attendee wrap up questionnaires as soon as she is able to compile them. The results will be reviewed at the spring meeting in Chicago.
New attendee sign up
The idea of having a sign up table at registration manned by committee members was discussed. Having a table with information and greeters for new attendees seemed to work well in Illinois.
Hospitality Suite
There was discussion about having a designated time in the hospitality suite for new attendees. Some do not arrive in time for the orientation meeting, and it would be advantageous to have a designated time and place for new attendees to network with each other and with veteran members.
Buddy Program
Laura Clemens, President of ASLCS, arrived and advised the committee that she would like to continue the Buddy Program initiated by Past President, JoAnn Hedrick. Marilyn Eddins will obtain the current information from Carmen and continue to pair members with a buddy.
Web Page for New Attendees
It was suggested that another resource for new attendees could be a link on the ASLCS website. Sometimes new attendees don't receive a welcoming letter or a letter from a sponsor and it might be a good idea to have information readily available.
Communication with members
A suggestion was made that information needing to be shared with the entire ASLCS membership could be relayed to the chairman of this committee and then disseminated with the help of committee membership. It would give some assistance to the NCSL liaison.
Annette Moore asked if there was any other business to come before the committee. There being none, Jim Schratz moved to adjourn; the motion was seconded by Bruce Jamerson.
Beth Dingus, Fiscal officer from Virginia, volunteered to perform the duties of recorder for future meetings.
Respectfully submitted,
Marilyn Eddins, Co-chair
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