Member Directory

Supporters are individuals or organizations that while they are unable to meet the requirements of a member still are able to assist by offering much needed services such as Advertising, Signs, Printing, or donations.

Wisdom Circle

1- Duties and Responsibilities: To keep the Alliance on course with its Vision and Mission the Wisdom Circle is responsible for overall policy and direction of the organization. It appoints Committees and selects those who will serve in Administrative Roles.

2- Administrative Roles: As the Alliance continues to evolve, it appears necessary to follow some traditional organizational structure for administering day-to-day operation. At the present time, Jon Roe is the Scribe and responsible for creating, distributing and maintaining Wisdom Circle meeting minutes, as well as tracking attendance at meetings and events. Kurt Ravenwood is our Technology Advisor responsible for websites and internal communication.

3- Current Members: Current Wisdom Circle Members are General Members who have been regularly attending monthly meetings and have indicated they wish to be part of the Circle. They are (10) Kurt and Deborah Ravenwood, Lisa Burch, Elizabeth Eisenhauer, Karen Affricano, Jon Roe, Pat Hinchey, Norton Berkowitz Marie Menut, and Michelle Gornish. There can be a maximum of 12 members. A majority (6 at this time) must be present to have a quorum that can make binding decisions at a Wisdom Circle meeting.

4- Adding Members: To be a member of the Wisdom Circle: (a) a General Member will have attended at least two of the most recent four monthly Alliance meetings; (b) indicate they wish to be part of the Wisdom Circle and plan to attend future meetings; (c) be approved in a simple vote by the current members of the Wisdom Circle. Once the maximum of 12 has been reached, we’ll review defining a system of rotation that encourages a flow of membership of the Wisdom Circle.

Membership

1- General Members: To become a General Member of the Alliance an individual will: (a) attend an orientation session provided by the Membership Committee, and (b) provide information about their skills and interests.

2- Maintaining Membership: To maintain membership status individuals will attend three Alliance-sponsored events or Wisdom Circle meetings (or a combination of either) each six month period.

3- Supporting Members: Supporting Members are those individuals who participate in events from time to time, but do not attend three events and/or Alliance meetings each six month period. We appreciate their contributions and want to include them in our community. So that they understand the organization everyone will attend an Orientation Session before participating in an Alliance-sponsored event meeting.

Membership Committee

1. The Membership Committee will be responsible for reviewing the Alliance’s foundation, core values, mission and vision statements, and operation with prospective members. Deborah and Kurt Ravenwood are acting as the Membership Committee for the Alliance.

2. The MC is willing to meet with individuals or groups on an “as needed basis” to accommodate scheduling.

3. If an individual is interested in joining the Alliance as a General Member, the MC will explore with them what type of contribution they are willing to offer, i.e., service to the community, education, etc.; and will collect a Personal Inventory of Skills and Experience listing their biographical information and modalities practiced

4. Membership information (guidelines, etc.) will be posted on the Alliance website. Individuals will be directed to contact the MC if they are interested in joining the Alliance.

1. Alliance Meetings will be held on the second Friday of each month from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. (Note: During 2009 this time slot will be utilized for Wisdom Circle Meetings until the structure/organization of the Alliance has been clearly defined).

2. Alliance meetings are open to all members; matters are decided by consensus of the group present. Policy or operational matters will be referred to the Wisdom Circle.

3. Wisdom Circle Meetings will be held, as needed, to discuss overall policy and direction. These meetings are open to Wisdom Circle members only and issues will be decided by consensus.

4. Open House Informational Meetings will be held quarterly and are open to the general public as a means to acquaint them with the Alliance – its Mission and Vision, etc. No orientation is required.

09/03/10