[Makerspace-keymembers] [Imc-makerspace] November Membership Meeting [Sunday, Nov. 29 @ 6pm]
Danielle Chynoweth
chyn at ojctech.com
Mon Nov 30 11:22:54 EST 2015
Hi Gergana -
Durl, Gary, and myself are all terming off the board. That said, we are
supporting a transition - Gary and I would be your points during they time
until we have a new President and Chair of facilities. Durl will be
traveling a lot next year.
Before you relaunch lots of discussions internally, I suggest we meet so
you can hear the state of play, since A LOT has happened since the last
time we talked. That said, there remains a dedication to support all IMC
working groups to ensure they have what they need to thrive.
Danielle
On Mon, Nov 30, 2015 at 9:18 AM, Gergana Slavova <
gergana.s.slavova at gmail.com> wrote:
> Is there someone leading the remodeling efforts from the IMC board that we
> should sync up with? It used to be Durl, I believe. He has presented the
> plans to us before. Last we heard, there were 2 plans depending on whether
> the post office will resign the lease. I believe that's already happened
> so it would be good for us to understand what the current options are.
>
> This is not urgent but we'll probably reboot our expansion planning in
> 2016. Perhaps we can try to sync up early next year.
>
> Thanks,
> ~Gergana
>
> On Sun, Nov 29, 2015 at 10:38 PM, Danielle Chynoweth <chyn at ojctech.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Thanks Gergana,
>>
>> Yes, I have Barry Todd's app. Thanks for sending along the list. As for
>> facilities improvements, we have new large a sign (with MS's name on it)
>> going up in the next few weeks, new tile in the lobby, renovated windows,
>> and are separating the sunroom from the venue space - that should all be
>> done by January.
>>
>> Other changes will be driven by need.
>>
>> As for working group needs, Books to Prisoners has said they are happy
>> with their space - they just want an accessible ramp, which we are pricing
>> out.
>>
>> As for Makerspace space needs, let's make a time to talk early in this
>> round of thinking. There are a number of options we can explore together.
>> I am stepping down as President and board member in December (termed out at
>> 4 years) but will be facilitating orientation and transition for several
>> months so if you want my historical knowledge of your needs, let's talk
>> soon.
>>
>> thanks,
>> Danielle
>>
>>
>> On Sun, Nov 29, 2015 at 6:48 PM, Gergana Slavova <
>> gergana.s.slavova at gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Thanks for letting us know about the new website tool, Danielle! We'll
>>> discuss about how we want to use it in the future.
>>>
>>> In terms of IMC board nominations, Barry Todd from Makerspace will be
>>> our official rep for the upcoming election. I believe you've received his
>>> application already.
>>>
>>> We'll send out the IMC Annual Gathering email to our list, although I
>>> believe it was already sent out to a few people (I know I received it).
>>>
>>> By the way, do you have any update on the remodeling plans for the IMC
>>> upstairs area? We'll probably start work on our expansion efforts soon as
>>> well.
>>>
>>> ~Gergana
>>>
>>> On Sun, Nov 29, 2015 at 11:01 AM, Danielle Chynoweth <chyn at ojctech.com>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Hey Gergana and Key staff,
>>>>
>>>> I am in NM so no able to make the meeting, but a few things that might
>>>> be useful to your discussion:
>>>>
>>>> WEBSITE:
>>>> The IMC is migrating its site and database to Nation Builder, a pretty powerful
>>>> tool <http://nationbuilder.com/features_nonprofits> for website
>>>> building, growing contacts, fundraising, managing membership, integrating
>>>> with social media, and more.
>>>>
>>>> As an IMC working group, Makerspace has access to this tool. With
>>>> NationBuilder we can set MS up with its own "nation" where you can set up
>>>> your own website architecture and design, organize MS contacts separately,
>>>> link to MS social media, and grant persmissions as you see fit.
>>>>
>>>> Right now, you can see SUPER DRAFT work on the IMC site here
>>>> <http://ucimc.nationbuilder.com/>. We are hiring a Little Weaver Web
>>>> Design Collective to create a custom design and we have a team of 4
>>>> producing content. We hope to launch in February.
>>>>
>>>> Also, in terms of other needs, please feel free to ask the IMC staff
>>>> and board for what you need. We
>>>>
>>>> IMC BOARD:
>>>> Working Groups are strongly urged to have participation on the IMC
>>>> Board. This is so that every group is represented and has a voice - and no
>>>> group is left out of major decisions. Please discuss who could serve on the
>>>> board representing Makerspace. They simply need to act as a liaison between
>>>> the board and MS governance meetings - they don't have to be a core MS
>>>> member. I need a name of a nominee by TODAY, which is the last day we can
>>>> nominate. Pretty please, this will save us all a lot of time in
>>>> miscommunication.
>>>>
>>>> IMC MEMBERSHIP MEETING:
>>>> Can you send this message on to the MS list?
>>>>
>>>> <Please forward to your lists>
>>>>
>>>> Please join us for the *Annual IMC Membership Gathering and Meeting,
>>>> Sunday December 6th* from 2-4:30pm in the Sunroom of the IMC.
>>>>
>>>> During the meeting we will build friendships, celebrate our work from
>>>> this last year, vote on board members and structure changes, brainstorm
>>>> adventures for the next year - and sing!
>>>>
>>>> Food from the Red Herring with be provided. The space is wheelchair
>>>> accessible from the south entrance.
>>>>
>>>> The meeting is open to all, although only members in good standing can
>>>> vote. *If you have not renewed your membership yet, please do so here
>>>> <http://www.ucimc.org/content/membership>*. Membership is empowering:
>>>> IMC members govern the organization, serve as core volunteers for programs,
>>>> host events, and launch new programs supported by the IMC.
>>>>
>>>> In advance of the meeting, here are proposed structure document changes
>>>> <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1buxG8qxLEeVd39wFkFJMwAlbs29qu4fO7R72GnYdWEI/edit?usp=sharing> for
>>>> your review and here is a list of nominated board members
>>>> <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Tg0v_ssf4_U-sAXLI2q3-jhPwyWWPs7c1U8s3H5vF90/edit?usp=sharing> to
>>>> serve in 2016.
>>>>
>>>> Hope to see members and community partners at the IMC next Sunday!
>>>>
>>>> warmly,
>>>>
>>>> Danielle Chynoweth
>>>> Outgoing President of the IMC Board
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Wed, Nov 25, 2015 at 8:39 PM, Gergana Slavova <
>>>> gergana.s.slavova at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>> For those of you that can still move after the turkey-pocalipse, I
>>>>> look forward to seeing you this Sunday, 6pm, at our monthly membership
>>>>> meeting. Here's a quick agenda of what we'll be talking about:
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> - Opens
>>>>> - Heartland Maker Fest 2015 t-shirts available for sale
>>>>> - Create static home page for makerspaceurbana.org
>>>>> - Membership/Financial Update
>>>>> - Financial status and future plans
>>>>> - Reimbursement: please complete this form
>>>>> <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FTaKXZsDSCjiR2nCuH1frZYzzz29mjH0XC8HuT6K8HI/viewform>
>>>>> + the IMC form to get reimbursed
>>>>> - Funding ideas
>>>>> - Grants
>>>>> - Community Champions
>>>>> <http://www.constellation.com/community/pages/community-champions.aspx>
>>>>> (Emily will take a look) - potential maker fest partner?
>>>>> - Open Champaign collaboration (*Jeff *to get more
>>>>> details)
>>>>> - Equipment
>>>>> - Acquired: None
>>>>> - Needed: MU table cloth
>>>>> - Equipment inventory for the website (*Amy*/*Andy*)
>>>>> - Create signs for:
>>>>> - "did you enjoy the space"
>>>>> - New membership sign - will be placed by whiteboard
>>>>> - Rules for using/checking out the raspberry pi kits
>>>>> - Help Desk
>>>>> - RFID lock project
>>>>> - Py-CU
>>>>> - Chambana.net
>>>>> - Past events
>>>>> - Soldering party for art install (Sun, Nov. 1 @ 1pm)
>>>>> - B&N Mini Maker Faire (Sun, Nov. 8 @ 1pm)
>>>>> - Clean-up Day (Sat, Nov. 14 @ 1-3pm)
>>>>> - Sewing Night (Mon, Nov. 16 @ 6-9pm)
>>>>> - Upcoming/potential events
>>>>> - Ornament Making (Sat, Dec. 5 @ 1pm)
>>>>> - Wand-making workshop w/ Orpheum (Jan '16)
>>>>> - Madison Maxey @ the Makerspace (Feb '16)
>>>>> - CU Make with UIUC Makers (2016)
>>>>> - Summer camp for girls with the Orpheum (Summer '16)
>>>>> - Saturday Open Hours rotation (11am - 1pm): sign up here
>>>>> <http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050845ADAC23AA8-saturday> through
>>>>> December 2015!
>>>>> - If you're signed up, don't forget to create the FB event
>>>>> - Other things of interest
>>>>> - None?
>>>>>
>>>>> Don't know how to get to the space? Check out our website
>>>>> <http://makerspaceurbana.org/about-mu/about-makerspace-urbana/> for
>>>>> directions. See you soon!
>>>>>
>>>>> ~Gergana
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
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>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>
>
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