Re: [AISdiscuss] E-memberships

[GormleyGreenery@aol.com]

In a message dated 3/29/2006 11:51:41 P.M. Central Standard Time,  
PlankMail@aol.com writes:

something I'd like to start being considered at the Spring Meeting is  
the developement of a category I call "E-Memberships."
It will be a very new area for AIS.   In our first  consideration, it 
will be extremely undefined, and   undoubtedly  it will be a very 
controversial 
concept.   Consequently,  considering whether or not it is reasonable or 
feasable 
will take much  thought and serious work in making the decision whether to re
ject or to  develope this concept.   I feel it is important that we give the  
concept of e-memberships consideration and debate time.   It  need not wait 
until 
the Spring Meeting -- those of you on AIS-D can start  debate on the subject 
now, if you so desire.
Jeanne and all,
 
We can all learn from what other groups and especially AIS Sections are  
doing with their websites.  SJI just announced the ability to Join or renew  SJI 
on line on their website _www.socji.org_ (http://www.socji.org) .  Treasurer 
Catherine Button  is thrilled with the response!  HIPS has added a 
Visitor/Member option to  their website <_www.hips-roots.com_ (http://www.hips-roots.com) 
>, allowing Members to  participate in the Forums.
 
I  think the ability to Join and renew AIS on line is a critical issue!  With 
 declining membership and the expense following up on renewals, we need to 
make  joining and renewing as easy as possible!
 
There  are many possibilities for more E-membership advantages and I look 
forward to a  lively exchange of ideas from AIS-Discuss.

Rita  Gormley
RVP Region 18
Editor SJI REVIEW and The Medianite
Cedar Hill, MO

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