[wellylug] Group Formalization

[Colin & Josephine Lewis]

Could we not have one Wellington region LUG, but with two meeting times
each month - on in Wellington and one in the Hutt?  This would mean that
those wanting to switch between groups or even attend both wouldn't need
to belong to two groups with two sets of subs. It could also mean that
the work done on creating a new logo wouldn't need to be repeated for
the Hutt.  Also this listserve and the website could then apply across
both groups.

some thoughts

Colin Lewis

On Thu, 2003-05-22 at 16:29, Klenner, Colin wrote:
> I agree we should not be carried away by formalization. 
> 
> The 'Rules' I have suggested are for discussion and comment - don't accept
> them as defacto Rules. They are deliberately simplified from a much more
> complex set (9 pages) from a Society, so there is very little in them to
> inhibit what actually happens. And they need to be accepted at a meeting.
> 
> There are really only two parts to consider:
> - Do we need a Committee to organize the meetings more? Remember Jamie has
> informally done this in the past, and done a great job, but he has indicated
> his wishes.
> - Do we agree the Objectives? After all we want each to achieve certain
> things by attending. 
> 
> As for subs - we have been blessed with cheap (in Johnsonville) to no charge
> (at present) meeting places. I have to say the current place is an excellent
> venue for a lot of reasons. But with a little income we could organise more
> install fests and better advertising and promotion of Linux over the region
> - perhaps afford to hire halls and the like - Or we could actually make some
> goodwill gifts to special presenters.  We could even drop this if that is
> what people agree.
> 
> Remember there has been considerable voice recently about a Hutt LUG as
> well. It would be great if we could work along the same lines as well and
> share efforts. So perhaps as the same club overall with a  Committee to help
> coordinate efforts this might work?
> 
> Finally remember all this cannot happen unless there are people willing to
> support the idea and some willing few to run the group meetings.  To do this
> debate here and bring to the next meeting your thoughts.
> 
> But above all don't get hung up on this - the group is about sharing ideas
> and knowledge - and FUN !!!
> 
> Colin
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Ilia Pavlenko [mailto:ip at globe.net.nz] 
> Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2003 6:59 PM
> To: wellylug at lists.naos.co.nz
> Subject: Re: [wellylug] Group Formalization
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Thu, 22 May 2003, Richard Hector wrote:
> 
> > On Thu, May 22, 2003 at 04:56:37PM +1200, Jethro Carr wrote:
> > > Having a subscription would be okay, but how much would this be 
> > > likely to cost? Also, newbies who need help with linux may decide 
> > > not to come because of the membership fee.
> >
> > My feeling is that if the sub is small (say < $15), it won't matter. 
> > On the other hand, someone who has paid one will want to get their 
> > money's worth, and be more likely to turn up. It makes it clear that 
> > you are in fact a member of something, rather than just someone who 
> > turns up.
> 
> 
> don't get carried away too much into formalization.
> 
> I was "just turning up" to enjoy the company
> (and to show off if given a chance ;P ).
> 
> It's a hobby club, not a gym ! :)
> 
> (just my 2kopeek's)
> 
> Ilia
> 
> 
> 
> >
> > Richard
> >
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