Ultimately, the greatest benefit of participating will be greater success in achieving a strong, sustainable environment for Massachusetts. The modest annual dues are based on a sliding scale according to each organization s previous year budget. Associate members do not participate in the governance of ELM, but otherwise take part on par with members. Dues are submitted by January 31 of each year. This date allows groups to choose to draw their contributions from either their previous year s budget or the new year s funds.
New members pay their dues at the time of joining.
Representatives of member groups meet quarterly to discuss agenda setting and decide on action plans. As needed, committees may meet more often in person, electronically, or via conference call. The primary form of communication for the Collaborative is electronic either through mailings on the Collaborative listserv or through postings on the Collaborative website. The website can be found at EnvironmentalLeague.org. Of course, we still use the phone, fax, and U.S. mail as well.