If meeting quorum is too high, this is an item that should be considered for change when by-laws are revised. Turnout at annual business meetings can be enhanced by offering incentives such as free meals, door prizes, etc. It requires effort and consideration on the part of all involved. Routine contact among Chapter and Division officers is a good first step. Phones, email, websites, and newsletters are all tools at our disposal and all should be used.
Most Chapters routinely copy editors of other Chapter newsletters.
Maintaining websites is a challenge. It was proposed that the WD would notify Chapter Presidents whenever the Division website was changed, but concern was expressed that such routine notification would add to the swamping most experience with email already. However, notification of important changes was welcomed and will be implemented. Relevant information will then be passed on to Chapter members as appropriate. The eventual use of a WD list server or potential capability to contact all WD members via email was discussed and will be explored.