The committee has appointed members and representatives from each of the sections. The committee works with program planners to develop ideas, suggest possible speakers, develop a budget, answer questions and generally to offer advice and support. Preconference program proposals are due 18 months preceding the preconference. They must justify requests on the individual merits of each proposed program. To better serve members who cannot attend meetings as well as the wider library community, committees and sections should consider the appropriateness of producing publications from their programs.
Committee begins planning.
Agree on topic, select program chair, and begin to identify speakers. They also discuss types of handouts, appoint any subcommittees, assign responsibilities, and identify potential cosponsors. Program Committee meets to continue planning. Members select speakers, review drafts of handouts if available, and select cosponsors. They also consider applying for audio taping, decide if and when proceedings should be published, and start communications with Publication Committee.