On 18/10/2004, at 8:31 PM, Gareth Williams wrote:
As far as a change in structure goes, "if it ain't broken, don't fix it".
Perhaps we could have a quick show of hands - who besides Rik thinks anything
is broken at the moment? "CLUG" seems to be fine to me
As last years President of the Apple Users group of Canterbury Inc. I have experienced a lot committee talkfests.
Some always want to formalise these things for whatever reason. Others love the politics more than the cause.
As a "guest" on your stimulating list (I do not know any of the personalities involved except Jim.C) I would advise you to resist the move to a more formal structure EXCEPT where there is a demonstrated need to do so or a guaranteed longer term benefit that meets with unanimous approval.
A "complete" outsiders advice,
Bart Hanson [EMAIL PROTECTED]
