LMN’s next regular board meeting is on ThursdayAugust 21st starting at 6:00 pm in person and on Google Meet. The link will be posted here right before it begins. You’re welcome to spectate and there will be a public comment that usually starts around 7:30 if you’d like to ask questions or speak to the board.
If you have something you’d like to ask/share but you’re unable to attend, drop a comment below and I’ll bring it up for you.
Housekeeping (Charles Finkel)
Declaration of newly relevant conflicts of interest for board members
Chairperson’s Report
Leadership Committee Report
Treasurer’s report
Secretary’s Report
Continued Business
Committee Updates
Review of Policies
Volunteer Management
Enhanced membership definitions and agreements
Policy Regarding Equipment or Material Donations or “Loans” to LMN
The board voted to allow a new level of membership, called an Enhanced Membership. In addition to getting a full access membership, this tier will also allow a member to have exclusive access to a specific space that can be used for storage or as a workspace. Charlie recently built out the first space in the last bay by member storage. If you are interested in making that space yours, please email president@lansingmakersnetwork.org
Membership renewals overall are down in the month of August. The board will be investigating why. This is putting a strain on the current financial position of LMN.
We will be investigating taking on some commissioned work via MSU as a way to increase funding.
Kelsey is working on a strategic plan for LMN.
Charlie is stepping down from the Leadership Board
Going forwards, we will be reviewing all suggestions in the physical suggestion box located by the front desk, as well as the new virtual suggestion box found at Suggestion Box – Lansing Makers Network