There was very good interaction between the two agencies and data and information management and sharing was a common topic. Planning for the OOTF II workshop is continuing. The dates have been set for November 2-4th in Saint John, New Brunswick. All DIMC members are encouraged to attend. An agreement has been reached between the Gulf of Maine Association and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans that will allow transfers of funds to contract out a number of tasks related to the workshop.
Limited funds are available to offset some cost for some attendees.
DIMC members with nominations for these funds should contact Boudreau as soon as possible. The continued development of the Silly-Word search was discussed. Boudreau agree to prepare business cards with the silly-word for discussion on July 17th and possibly for circulation to Council members and others as a way of encouraging participation. A number of possibilities were presented and discussed. The DIMC could establish a system for providing users with an opportunity to register comments and evaluations on web sites.