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The OSGeo Board of Directors will meet in a face-to-face meeting prior to the [[FOSS4G2008]] conference event.  Space is limited to accommodate the board only (up to 10).  General OSGeo meeting / discussion will be possible during [[Annual General Meeting 2008]] later in the week.

= Venue =
* '''When''': Sunday, September 28th, 8:30am - 6pm
* '''Where''': '''TO BE HELD AT: Fountains Hotel!''': Room 1011
* Morning/afternoon tea, lunch and beverages will be provided

= Who =

* MarkusN
* AJolma
* Frank
* Jeroen
* Paul (via Skype)
* Arnulf

== Unable to attend ==

* JoWalsh
* Bob
* Howard
* Tyler

= Agenda =
Chairing: Arnulf

== Timetable ==
* 09h00 - Meeting start
* 10h30- Refreshment break
* 13h00-Lunch
* 15h30 -Refreshment  Break
* 18h00 -meeting ends.

== Topics ==
* Report from ED (Tyler)
* 2009 Vision & Priorities Discussion (Tyler)
** Where do we want to be?  What will be our priorities?
** Review of organisation ''life cycle'' or ''development stage'' (similar to concepts [http://www.brodyweiser.com/pdf/actyourage.pdf here] - [http://www.fieldstonealliance.org/productdetails.cfm?SKU=069229 here] and [http://www.speakmanconsulting.com/pdf_files/NonProfitLifeCyclesMatrix.pdf here])
* Approve MetaCRS for incubation.
* Approve OGC Memorandum of Understanding
* Approve Conference contract (for 2009) - pointer lacking...
** Motion to approve Conference contract provided final review by Paul Ramsey is positive. 
* Budget Review and 2009 Planning
* Open discussion on:
** How to attract sponsors, what can OSGeo offer to sponsors
** Supporting local conference initiatives
** How to improve marketing for projects and advocacy
** Working with local chapters and potentially sharing sponsors
** Strategic development of OSGeo's goals and mission

= Venue =
These are the items available and paid for in the meeting room:
* LCD Screen, Flipchart with Paper and Pens, Data Projector, Laptop, Technician, 
Internet Access, 5 Multiplugs,5 Extension Cords, Conference phone. 
 
== Food and Beverages : ==
* Tea, Coffee on arrival with muffins 
* Iced water and mints in boardroom 
* Morning Tea, Coffee and Savoury 
* Full Buffet lunch 
* 3 Soft Drinks per person 
* Afternoon Tea, Coffee and Pastries 
 
Please let Tyler or Petro know if anything is missing.

= Minutes =
Meeting start delayed a bit due to typical technical issues.

= Extra notes = 



[[Category:FOSS4G2008]]
[[Category:Board]]