[Businessmtg] Bylaws

[Marilyn Booms]

My thoughts on some of the suggested changes to the draft of bylaws. I
still support them as originally drafted.

Secretary recording minutes: necessary in an in-person meeting (X made a
motion,  Y seconded it, those who voted for or against), but why would we
recreate the wheel when the server already keeps a record of our emails
stating these things? It seems to me this places an unnecessary burden on
the Secretary. I wonder if a direct link to business email archives could
be added to the opening of each business meeting? Or a note saying "to
review previous emails.....". This might help newcomers find and read up on
topics if they choose.  It took me awhile to find the archives, and I read
and find electronic information for a living.

Anonymity: When voting on policy, financials, bylaws etc, there legally has
to be a record of who said what. (identified as a real person by 1st & last
name at minimum) As long as this is shared only with with Steering
Committee, govt regulating entity, and ASP financial institution, not a
problem imo.  This is vastly different than someone discussing my personal
shares with my coworkers,  for example.

Email communication: As previously stated, we are an email group.  It
follows that Treasurer reports would be emailed. But, I also think "send
electronically in a format designated by Steering Committee " might safisfy
both the current email method and allow flexibility if something new,
better, or more secure comes along next year.

Save and print financials: I manage a family trust, and I am able to
provide copies of financials to others in the trust. As already mentioned,
print to PDF works.

Thanks for listening to my rambling,
Marilyn