I have a proposed change: In case you weren't aware, there has been a lively discussion about the guidelines revisions on the SW list over the weekend, with one major complaint being that in these proposed guidelines, it will become a requirement for SC's and CC's alike to provide their full name, mailing address and telephone number to the NC. Now Sherri, would you really want to maintain a database of 1,500+ USGW members and their personal information? In the same paragraph it says that all coordinators must provide same to the State/Project Coordinator. The way it's written makes it sound like the requirement to provide personal data will apply to both SC's and CC's--sending their personal info to the NC AND the SC. The sentence referring to SC's sending to the NC needs to stand alone. IMHO, the reference to "coordinators must provide same to the State/Project coordinator to which she/he belongs" needs to be removed. If we're going to use this as a requirement (CC contacts to their SC's, etc), it needs to be separated out of the SC guidelines. And I haven't made up my mind yet as to whether the CC part should be a requirement or just a recommendation. Right now I don't see it being covered anywhere in the current CC guidelines, unless I've missed it. Alice NENC CC Rep *********** REPLY SEPARATOR *********** On 6/1/2010 at 10:17 PM [email protected] wrote: >Trying to get back on track, we should be reviewing the CC Guidelines >document to approve it. > > > >The original document (with correction reference World Genweb) can be found >at http://usgenweb.org/temp-guidelines/Guidelines-FINAL.htm > > > >The document with references to any Special Project removed can be found at >http://usgenweb.org/temp-guidelines/Guidelines-5-23-10.htm > > > >You all tell me what you want to do - accept the original (with the >correction for the State Projects requiring a link to the WorldGenWeb >Project); make updates to the document to clarify the Special Projects >issues; remove all references to special project projects (as David >suggested); or make any additional changes/updates to the document. > > > >Sherri >

I'm having trouble understanding the need for this motion. Did something happen? David, can you explain to me what is behind it and why you feel a need for it? I'm willing to look at both sides on this, I just need to understand the why. Thanks, Pauli ----- Original Message ----- From: Sherri <mailto:[email protected]> To: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, June 02, 2010 5:30 AM Subject: [BOARD] Motion 2009/10-27 Removal of List Moderators That Serve onthe Grievance Committee Moved by W. David Samuelsen and seconded by Linda Lewis, motion 2009/10-27 reads: "I move all moderators of any usgenweb lists including usgenweb-discuss be dismissed from such positions if they are currently serving in the Grievance Committee as member or as mediator or arbitrator effectively immediately. That this rule be incorporated into the standing rules for the GC." Discussion is open. If you have no discussion, please reply with "No discussion". Sherri Bradley National Coordinator USGenWeb Project Information about the USGenWeb Project at <http://usgenweb.org<http://usgenweb.org/>> http://usgenweb.org<http://usgenweb.org/> Advisory Board Agenda <http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php<http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php>> http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php<http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php> USGenWeb Advisory Board Agenda: http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.shtml<http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.shtml> ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Apparently I have either forgotten or missed something as I am not recalling any event or action that would require such an action. However, after my fall last week, I guess anything is possible. If someone would be so kind as to refresh my memory it would be appreciated. Les Sherri wrote: > Moved by W. David Samuelsen and seconded by Linda Lewis, motion 2009/10-27 > reads: > > > > "I move all moderators of any usgenweb lists including usgenweb-discuss be > dismissed from such positions if they are currently serving in the Grievance > Committee as member or as mediator or arbitrator effectively immediately. > > > > That this rule be incorporated into the standing rules for the GC." > > > > Discussion is open. If you have no discussion, please reply with "No > discussion". > > > > > > Sherri Bradley > National Coordinator > USGenWeb Project > Information about the USGenWeb Project at <http://usgenweb.org> > http://usgenweb.org > Advisory Board Agenda <http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php> > http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php > > > > > > > > USGenWeb Advisory Board Agenda: http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.shtml > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message >

I don't remember anything either, that would require such an action. I thought no one knew who the Grievance Committee mediators and arbitrators were. Only the GC and the people involved in the grievance being mediated or arbitrated would know them. Could you please explain the need for this motion? AnnieG -------Original Message------- From: Lesley L Shockey Date: 6/2/2010 7:01:34 AM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [BOARD] Motion 2009/10-27 Removal of List Moderators That Serve onthe Grievance Committee Apparently I have either forgotten or missed something as I am not Recalling any event or action that would require such an action. However, after my fall last week, I guess anything is possible. If Someone would be so kind as to refresh my memory it would be appreciated. Les Sherri wrote: > Moved by W. David Samuelsen and seconded by Linda Lewis, motion 2009/10-27 > reads: > > > > "I move all moderators of any usgenweb lists including usgenweb-discuss be > dismissed from such positions if they are currently serving in the Grievance > Committee as member or as mediator or arbitrator effectively immediately. > > > > That this rule be incorporated into the standing rules for the GC." > > > > Discussion is open. If you have no discussion, please reply with "No > discussion". > > > > > > Sherri Bradley > National Coordinator > USGenWeb Project > Information about the USGenWeb Project at <http://usgenweb.org> > http://usgenweb.org > Advisory Board Agenda <http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php> > http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php > > > > > > > > USGenWeb Advisory Board Agenda: http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.shtml > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message > USGenWeb Advisory Board Agenda: http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.shtml ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Moved by W. David Samuelsen and seconded by Linda Lewis, motion 2009/10-27 reads: "I move all moderators of any usgenweb lists including usgenweb-discuss be dismissed from such positions if they are currently serving in the Grievance Committee as member or as mediator or arbitrator effectively immediately. That this rule be incorporated into the standing rules for the GC." Discussion is open. If you have no discussion, please reply with "No discussion". Sherri Bradley National Coordinator USGenWeb Project Information about the USGenWeb Project at <http://usgenweb.org> http://usgenweb.org Advisory Board Agenda <http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php> http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php

no discussion R/S Larry Flesher SWSC SC Rep ----- Original Message ---- From: Sherri <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Wed, June 2, 2010 6:30:43 AM Subject: [BOARD] Motion 2009/10-27 Removal of List Moderators That Serve on the Grievance Committee Moved by W. David Samuelsen and seconded by Linda Lewis, motion 2009/10-27 reads: "I move all moderators of any usgenweb lists including usgenweb-discuss be dismissed from such positions if they are currently serving in the Grievance Committee as member or as mediator or arbitrator effectively immediately. That this rule be incorporated into the standing rules for the GC." Discussion is open.  If you have no discussion, please reply with "No discussion". Sherri Bradley National Coordinator USGenWeb Project Information about the USGenWeb Project at  <http://usgenweb.org> http://usgenweb.org Advisory Board Agenda  <http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php> http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php USGenWeb Advisory Board Agenda: http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.shtml ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

W. David Samuelsen has presented a motion below to remove the moderators of any USGenWeb Project mail list if they are also on the Grievance Committee. Is there a second to this motion?zdj Sherri Bradley National Coordinator USGenWeb Project -----Original Message----- >From: W David Samuelsen <[email protected]> >Sent: May 31, 2010 2:59 AM >To: [email protected], Sherri <[email protected]>, Tina Vickery <[email protected]>, Cyndie Enfinger <[email protected]>, Dale Grimm <[email protected]>, DC & Alice Allen <[email protected]>, Pauli Smith <[email protected]>, Bill <[email protected]>, Colleen Pustola <[email protected]>, 'AnnieG' <[email protected]>, Les Shockey <[email protected]>, [email protected], Denise Wells <[email protected]>, Larry Flesher <[email protected]>, [email protected], Linda Lewis <[email protected]> >Subject: Motion for removal of moderators > >I move all moderators of any usgenweb lists including usgenweb-discuss >be dismissed from such positions if they are currently serving in the >Grievance Committee as member or as mediator or arbitrator effectively >immediately. > >That this rule be incorporated into the standing rules for the GC. > >This to ensure fairness and impartiality of the GC. > >W. David Samuelsen

It should either be "term ... is" or "terms ... are". Either work for me. Sherri -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Lesley Shockey Sent: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 11:05 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [BOARD] Guidelines Review Question. Should the following: SC, CC, TERMS The term "Coordinator" and "Local Coordinator" is used throughout the Bylaws, Standard Rules and Sustaining Rules. not be changed to: SC, CC, TERMS The term "Coordinator" and "Local Coordinator" are used throughout the Bylaws, Standard Rules and Sustaining Rules. since there are two terms which reads better as plural. Les Sherri wrote: > Trying to get back on track, we should be reviewing the CC Guidelines > document to approve it. > > > > The original document (with correction reference World Genweb) can be found > at http://usgenweb.org/temp-guidelines/Guidelines-FINAL.htm > > > > The document with references to any Special Project removed can be found at > http://usgenweb.org/temp-guidelines/Guidelines-5-23-10.htm > > > > You all tell me what you want to do - accept the original (with the > correction for the State Projects requiring a link to the WorldGenWeb > Project); make updates to the document to clarify the Special Projects > issues; remove all references to special project projects (as David > suggested); or make any additional changes/updates to the document. > > > > Sherri > > > > USGenWeb Advisory Board Agenda: http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.shtml > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message > USGenWeb Advisory Board Agenda: http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.shtml ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Question. Should the following: SC, CC, TERMS The term “Coordinator” and “Local Coordinator” is used throughout the Bylaws, Standard Rules and Sustaining Rules. not be changed to: SC, CC, TERMS The term “Coordinator” and “Local Coordinator” are used throughout the Bylaws, Standard Rules and Sustaining Rules. since there are two terms which reads better as plural. Les Sherri wrote: > Trying to get back on track, we should be reviewing the CC Guidelines > document to approve it. > > > > The original document (with correction reference World Genweb) can be found > at http://usgenweb.org/temp-guidelines/Guidelines-FINAL.htm > > > > The document with references to any Special Project removed can be found at > http://usgenweb.org/temp-guidelines/Guidelines-5-23-10.htm > > > > You all tell me what you want to do - accept the original (with the > correction for the State Projects requiring a link to the WorldGenWeb > Project); make updates to the document to clarify the Special Projects > issues; remove all references to special project projects (as David > suggested); or make any additional changes/updates to the document. > > > > Sherri > > > > USGenWeb Advisory Board Agenda: http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.shtml > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message >

I second. Linda K. Lewis SWSC.CC -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 10:50 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [BOARD] Motion for removal of moderators W. David Samuelsen has presented a motion below to remove the moderators of any USGenWeb Project mail list if they are also on the Grievance Committee. Is there a second to this motion?zdj Sherri Bradley National Coordinator USGenWeb Project -----Original Message----- >From: W David Samuelsen <[email protected]> >Sent: May 31, 2010 2:59 AM >To: [email protected], Sherri <[email protected]>, Tina Vickery ><[email protected]>, Cyndie Enfinger <[email protected]>, Dale >Grimm <[email protected]>, DC & Alice Allen <[email protected]>, >Pauli Smith <[email protected]>, Bill <[email protected]>, Colleen >Pustola <[email protected]>, 'AnnieG' <[email protected]>, Les >Shockey <[email protected]>, [email protected], Denise Wells ><[email protected]>, Larry Flesher <[email protected]>, >[email protected], Linda Lewis <[email protected]> >Subject: Motion for removal of moderators > >I move all moderators of any usgenweb lists including usgenweb-discuss >be dismissed from such positions if they are currently serving in the >Grievance Committee as member or as mediator or arbitrator effectively >immediately. > >That this rule be incorporated into the standing rules for the GC. > >This to ensure fairness and impartiality of the GC. > >W. David Samuelsen USGenWeb Advisory Board Agenda: http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.shtml ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Trying to get back on track, we should be reviewing the CC Guidelines document to approve it. The original document (with correction reference World Genweb) can be found at http://usgenweb.org/temp-guidelines/Guidelines-FINAL.htm The document with references to any Special Project removed can be found at http://usgenweb.org/temp-guidelines/Guidelines-5-23-10.htm You all tell me what you want to do - accept the original (with the correction for the State Projects requiring a link to the WorldGenWeb Project); make updates to the document to clarify the Special Projects issues; remove all references to special project projects (as David suggested); or make any additional changes/updates to the document. Sherri

I like this version: The document with references to any Special Project removed http://usgenweb.org/temp-guidelines/Guidelines-5-23-10.htm Ann Allen Geoghegan NWPL CC REP

Please forward to all appropriate USGenWeb Project lists on behalf of the Election Committee. Thank you, Tina Vickery Representative at Large ----- Original Message ----- From: Christina Palmer To: Tina S. Vickery Sent: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 8:05 PM Subject: Please forward to AB ***Please Forward as appropriate to USGenWeb Members*** Reminder - The USGenWeb Election Committee will begin accepting nominations for National Coordinator NorthEast/North Central County Coordinator Representative NorthEast/North Central County Coordinator Representative NorthWest/Plains State Coordinator Representative NorthWest/Plains County Coordinator Representative South East/Mid-Atlantic State Coordinator Representative South East/Mid-Atlantic County Coordinator Representative SouthWest/South Central State Coordinator Representative SouthWest/South Central County Coordinator Representative Beginning today, June 1st. The nomination period runs two weeks. As a reminder to all registered, please make sure that your SPAM filter is set to accept: [email protected] so you can receive your password to vote. The nomination form may be found here: http://www.usgwelections.org/USGenWeb/NationalNomination.cfm Please note: The form will not be activated until 1 June. Nominations made outside of the two week period will not be considered. Please visit and bookmark the EC National 2010 Election Pages: http://usgenweb.org/usgwelections/national-2010/index-2010.htm for more information, and for the latest status on nominees and candidates throughout the nomination period. If you have a question, please take a few moments to read the Election FAQ. http://usgenweb.org/usgwelections/national-2010/faq.htm Voting will take place from July 1 through July 31. Thank you, The USGenWeb Election Committee

Ann Geoghegan and I have both been removed from the Election Committee's mail list and Tina Vickery, as RAL has been subscribed as the Advisory Board's representative. Sherri Bradley National Coordinator USGenWeb Project Information about the USGenWeb Project at <http://usgenweb.org> http://usgenweb.org Advisory Board Agenda <http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php> http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php

I move all moderators of any usgenweb lists including usgenweb-discuss be dismissed from such positions if they are currently serving in the Grievance Committee as member or as mediator or arbitrator effectively immediately. That this rule be incorporated into the standing rules for the GC. This to ensure fairness and impartiality of the GC. W. David Samuelsen

Having heard no objections or corrections to the April 2010 minutes, they stand as approved. Sherri Bradley National Coordinator USGenWeb Project Information about the USGenWeb Project at <http://usgenweb.org> http://usgenweb.org Advisory Board Agenda <http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php> http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php

Having heard no objections or corrections to the March 2010 minutes, they stand as approved. Sherri Bradley National Coordinator USGenWeb Project Information about the USGenWeb Project at <http://usgenweb.org> http://usgenweb.org Advisory Board Agenda <http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php> http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php

Forwarding for the record. Sherri Bradley National Coordinator USGenWeb Project Information about the USGenWeb Project at <http://usgenweb.org> http://usgenweb.org Advisory Board Agenda <http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php> http://usgenweb.org/agenda2.php From: Vikki Gray [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Friday, May 28, 2010 8:54 AM To: Sherri Subject: RE: Bylaw Amendment - Alaska The Alaska GenWeb Project has voted to co-sponsor the following amendment: Amendment Proposal to Clarify Acceptable Uses of the USGenWeb Project Logos. IX. GUIDELINES/STANDARDS FOR WEBSITES/MEMBERS CURRENT/OLD: A. All websites shall include prominent display of The USGenWeb Project logo on the home page. A state project logo may be required depending on the guidelines/standards in effect for that state. To be replaced by: REVISED/NEW: A. All websites shall include prominent display of The USGenWeb Project logo on the home page. If linked, this logo may only be linked to the USGenWeb National site. A state project logo may be required depending on the guidelines/standards in effect for that state. If linked, a state project logo may only be linked to the appropriate state site. Vikki Gray AK State Coordinator

Forwarding for the record. Linda K. Lewis SWSC.CC _____ From: Betsy Mills [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Thursday, May 27, 2010 8:49 PM To: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected] Subject: Bylaws amendment Please include ARGenWeb as co-sponsors of this amendment to the bylaws. Thank you, Betsy Mills ARGenWeb State Coordinator This amendment is proposed to rectify the inequality of representation on the USGenWeb Project Advisory Board. There is no need for a State Coordinator Regional Representative as State Coordinators are also Local Coordinators. Currently the State Coordinator Region Representatives are elected by approximately 25 State Coordinators and Assistant State Coordinators in each region. Regional representatives elected to the Advisory Board prior to or concurrently with the passage of this amendment shall complete the terms to which they were elected. Current: V. COMPOSITION OF ADVISORY BOARD The Advisory Board membership shall consist of: the National Coordinator, four (4) State Coordinator Regional Representatives, eight (8) Local Coordinator Regional Representatives, one (1) Special Projects representative elected by members of the special projects, and one (1) at-large representative. All shall have voting privileges except the National Coordinator who shall vote only in the case of a tie. The regions from which State Coordinator and Local Coordinator Representatives are elected shall be decided by the Advisory Board on an annual basis. New: V. COMPOSITION OF ADVISORY BOARD The Advisory Board membership shall consist of: the National Coordinator, eight (8) Local Coordinator Regional Representatives, one (1) Special Projects representative elected by members of the special projects, and one (1) at-large representative. All shall have voting privileges except the National Coordinator who shall vote only in the case of a tie. The regions from which Local Coordinator Representatives are elected shall be decided by the Advisory Board on an annual basis. current: VI: DUTIES/QUALIFICATIONS OF ADVISORY BOARD I. Nominees for National Coordinator shall have the following qualifications: at least one year (the twelve months immediately preceding an election) of continuous service and current activity as a member in good standing, and eligibility to vote within The USGenWeb Project. Qualifications of nominees for State Coordinator Representative, Local Coordinator Representative, and Special Project Representative are the same with the addition that their service shall have been as a State Coordinator, Local Coordinator, or one of the various positions associated with the Special Projects, respectively. "In good standing" is demonstrated by responding promptly to email, actively supporting researchers' efforts to find information, maintaining their website with appropriate, up-to-date content, and serving as a good example of the guidelines and standards of The USGenWeb Project. new: VI: DUTIES/QUALIFICATIONS OF ADVISORY BOARD I. Nominees for National Coordinator shall have the following qualifications: at least one year (the twelve months immediately preceding an election) of continuous service and current activity as a member in good standing, and eligibility to vote within The USGenWeb Project. Qualifications of nominees for Local Coordinator Representative and Special Project Representative are the same with the addition that their service shall have been as a Local Coordinator or one of the various positions associated with the Special Projects, respectively. "In good standing" is demonstrated by responding promptly to email, actively supporting researchers' efforts to find information, maintaining their website with appropriate, up-to-date content, and serving as a good example of the guidelines and standards of The USGenWeb Project. current: VIII. ADVISORY BOARD PROCEDURES A. Nine (9) voting members of the Advisory Board shall constitute a quorum. new: VIII. ADVISORY BOARD PROCEDURES A. Seven (7) voting members of the Advisory Board shall constitute a quorum.

I am in receipt of a 2nd proposed amendment to the Bylaws. Ann Allen Geoghegan NWPL CC Rep The State of Delaware has voted to sponsor the following Proposed Amendment To the Bylaws: +++++++ Justification: This amendment is proposed to rectify the inequality of representation on The USGenWeb Project Advisory Board. There is no need for a State Coordinator Regional Representative as State Coordinators are also Local Coordinators. Currently the State Coordinator Region Representatives are Elected by approximately 25 State Coordinators and Assistant State Coordinators in each region. Regional representatives elected to the Advisory Board prior to or Concurrently with the passage of this amendment shall complete the terms to Which they were elected. Current: V. COMPOSITION OF ADVISORY BOARD The Advisory Board membership shall consist of: the National Coordinator, Four (4) State Coordinator Regional Representatives, eight (8) Local Coordinator Regional Representatives, one (1) Special Projects Representative elected by members of the special projects, and one (1) At-large representative. All shall have voting privileges except the National Coordinator who shall vote only in the case of a tie. The regions >From which State Coordinator and Local Coordinator Representatives are Elected shall be decided by the Advisory Board on an annual basis. New: V. COMPOSITION OF ADVISORY BOARD The Advisory Board membership shall consist of: the National Coordinator, Eight (8) Local Coordinator Regional Representatives, one (1) Special Projects representative elected by members of the special projects, and one (1) at-large representative. All shall have voting privileges except the National Coordinator who shall vote only in the case of a tie. The regions >From which Local Coordinator Representatives are elected shall be decided by The Advisory Board on an annual basis. Current: VI: DUTIES/QUALIFICATIONS OF ADVISORY BOARD I. Nominees for National Coordinator shall have the following Qualifications: at least one year (the twelve months immediately preceding An election) of continuous service and current activity as a member in good Standing, and eligibility to vote within The USGenWeb Project. Qualifications of nominees for State Coordinator Representative, Local Coordinator Representative, and Special Project Representative are the same With the addition that their service shall have been as a State Coordinator, Local Coordinator, or one of the various positions associated with the Special Projects, respectively. "In good standing" is demonstrated by Responding promptly to email, actively supporting researchers' efforts to Find information, maintaining their website with appropriate, up-to-date Content, and serving as a good example of the guidelines and standards of The USGenWeb Project. New: VI: DUTIES/QUALIFICATIONS OF ADVISORY BOARD I. Nominees for National Coordinator shall have the following Qualifications: at least one year (the twelve months immediately preceding An election) of continuous service and current activity as a member in good Standing, and eligibility to vote within The USGenWeb Project. Qualifications of nominees for Local Coordinator Representative and Special Project Representative are the same with the addition that their service Shall have been as a Local Coordinator or one of the various positions Associated with the Special Projects, respectively. "In good standing" is Demonstrated by responding promptly to email, actively supporting Researchers''s efforts to find information, maintaining their website with Appropriate, up-to-date content, and serving as a good example of the Guidelines and standards of The USGenWeb Project. Current: VIII. ADVISORY BOARD PROCEDURES A. Nine (9) voting members of the Advisory Board shall constitute a quorum. New: VIII. ADVISORY BOARD PROCEDURES A. Seven (7) voting members of the Advisory Board shall constitute a quorum.