From jjdmdsp at ptd.net  Wed May 11 17:42:06 2005
From: jjdmdsp at ptd.net (Jeremy dePrisco)
Date: Wed May 11 17:42:11 2005
Subject: [Bloomsburgcares] Website updated, letters reviewed,
	JD taking a break
Message-ID: <20050511214209.EF29557087@seven.pairlist.net>

FYI - The web site is updated with a summary of recent letters of intent
that went out. I did not link the letters themselves, but upon reviewing
them I think they were fine. The deadline for 4Kali.org was a bit
aggressive, but that might be good for getting a response back. (When I
drafted the original letter I left the dates open)

Sorry Chris was unable to see them and got upset. Apparently he tried to get
up to the shop to see them, but was unable too. Not sure why.

Anyway, some other announcements:

	I will be dropping off of the radar indefinitely for two reasons: 1)
Audra and I close on our house at the end of May, 2) I really need to take a
break after a long, intense semester. While I appreciate what the group is
doing, and I?ve enjoyed helping where my skills are suited, I can not take
on additional administrative tasks for this group. I will be particularly
unavailable - completely offline - from May 26 - June 2.

	On a related note, I'd like to see if there are any interested
parties to help maintain this list and/or the web site in the future. All
that is needed is someone with basic web design knowledge. A student may
even wish to take on the project as a learning experience. It's a great
opportunity to do some community service.

	The list - I question whether the list is even useful. It doesn't
seem to be understood by all, and I wonder if it has been effective. It can
be a powerful tool, and I see it used in many other cases to great effect.
I'd be willing to entertain the group's thoughts on this subject. The main
purpose of the list was to have a central place to manage contact emails,
and so that no one can say they didn't get an announcement because the list
contains all emails (unlike Outlook groups, which can go awry).

	The site - The bloomsburgcares.org domain name will expire in about
two years. After that period, it will be up to someone from the group to
renew, or it will become fair game for anyone who wants it. I will continue
to host the site free of charge for the next year, and if the group is
interested in maintaining that relationship beyond one year, we can discuss
arrangements at a later date.

	Right now, upkeep of the site is the main concern. I can post a
weekly update if the necessary information is sent to me promptly to
update@bloomsburgcares.org. I will not, however, sift through list postings
for this info - it is simply too difficult to tell what is intended for
publication, and what is considered private group correspondence. The list
was never really intended for web updates anyway - only discussion.

The initial mission of the group is admirable, but I think it is obvious
that we may have bitten off more than we could chew in some areas. If a
musical event is required down the line, of course I'd like to be involved.
For now, I certainly know my own limits - moving two blocks over is turning
out to be more stressful than moving here from Harrisburg, so I just need
time to get settled. 

Best luck to all.
	

___________________

Jeremy J. dePrisco
Writer, Composer & Sound Distortion Specialist MINDSPEAK & Blue Buddha
Records http://www.mindspeak.com

"I've never known a musician who regretted being one. Whatever deceptions
life may have in store for you, music itself is not going to let you down."

-- Virgil Thompson 


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