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24 Law Lines 1 (2000)

handle is hein.lbr/lalins0024 and id is 1 raw text is: Volume 24, No. 1 LAWLINES JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2000 This Time, Don't Say No by Mary Gilligan Pennie & Edmonds As the presidential election is getting into high gear, on the local level, there is another election of significance which requires your attention. No, this isn't a plug for either NY Senatorial candidate or non- candidate, after all, I'm a Jersey Girl, and we have other fish to fry. The election of importance, is for the Officers and Board members of your association, LLAGNY. I never thought I'd be touting the rewards of partici- pation as a member of the LLAGNY Board. More than K years ago, when my name was on the ballot, even idn't vote for me. Later, when I was approached again to run, I had plenty of excuses. Maybe some of the same excuses you've used. We're a tiny depart- ment in a large firm, so down time doesn't exist. For at least a six year period, we were moving a library either in NY or one of the branch offices. After a long tough day in the work-place battle field, I was entitled to a life. This call, I ran out of new excuses. I was still cautious about having my name placed on the ballot, In This Issue Would You Convict .................... 5 Charts and Surveys ........... ............... 6 President's Letter ............ ............. 8 Board Meetings ................. ..... 10 By-Laws Amendments ............ ...... 13 ListServe Observer .............. ...... 16 Technostress ............... .......... 17 Calendar .......................... 23 because there was that chance, I might get elected. If ever there were a reluctant candidate, it was me. How much time will this take out of my already time- deprived life? One night a month isn't all that much, even over a two-year period. One late night a month isn't all that much even when you have to take the not so frequently running in the evening Hooterville Trol- ley (aka NJ Transit) to Timbuktu (aka the Jersey Shore). After all, it's only one night a month. What I did not know then, and probably would not have believed, is that the benefits received from my time as a Board member have far surpassed any effort on my part. The Officers and Board members are the finest professionals and some of the nicest people you will be lucky to know. They become your private sup- port group and cheering section. I have made friends who I can turn to at any time in my career, and I thank them all for the past two years, which have been truly rewarding. Being an Officer or Board member is one of those rare opportunities in life to voice an opinion and have it seriously considered. Even if we disagree, we treat each other with respect. Our meetings are full of great ideas. I'll let you in on a Board secret, the meet- ings have considerable amounts of laughter, too. You get the chance to break out of your daily routine and see other parts of the city. Heck, if I can be a Board member, anyone can. Since I have this opportunity to talk about my experience, I must mention the incredible work done by the extremely talented and hard-working Committee Chairs and members. I'm astounded and humbled at every meeting by their dedication to this association. You will receive far more than you will give, and remember, it's only one night a month, and a few e- mails, between meetings. Should you get a call from a member of the Nominations Committee, this time, don't say no. 1 Digitized from Best Copy Available

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