Present action on declaration and lobbying approach at the November Board meeting. Request for suggestions for internal consideration of lobbying. Robert suggests looking at other organizations. Orientation to the organization and goals. Partnership not recommended.
Endorsement is possible.
Missing conferences usually had to do with scheduling but no specific trend. 12 mentioned distance a challenge. 9 financially challenging. 6 not interested. Social events - outside events and a few for gatherings, guest speakers, professional dev.