For 1999 a decision was made to not do the newsletter and it was planned to keep members informed through three mailings. Yvonne Gentzler was recognized for her past work on the newsletter. The site was developed by Ruth Dohner and Kelly Schulze at the Ohio State University. Members are encouraged to review the site and provide feedback. The website will be used as the major form of communication.
Further investigation needs to be completed regarding the use of a ballot over the web site.
Norma Bobbitt gave the Policy and Planning and Program Committee report. Thirteen proposals were submitted and accepted. Abstracts were published for sale. Recognition was given to Marty Rossmann, as Editor, and Jane Plihal, as Associate Editor for their work on the Journal through Volume 16. Helen Hall has assumed the role of Editor and Karen Jones as Associate Editor.