Membership Information
Revised Wednesday,
May 28, 2008 (Changed Application dates)
The Yellowstone Genealogy Forum (YGF®)
was founded at
The Forum promotes the preservation of historical records and assists
in the instructional training for various forms of genealogical resources. The
Forum is a non-profit society consisting of an operating executive board,
standing committees, and general membership. Its meetings are open to all
persons interested in the various facets of genealogical research, and record
or historical site preservation.
Executive Board Members
(2007-2008)
President (
The president is the principal executive officer responsible for the general supervision of the affairs of The Forum, and presides at all meetings, and appoints the chairmanships of standing committees, along with the board's concurrence. The board meets a minimum of four times annually.
Corresponding Secretary (Bobbie Meyers)
The Corresponding Secretary is a shared responsibility for the general correspondence of The Forum, and shall assume the duties of the President if required.
Program Coordinator (
The Program Chairman plans and arranges programs for meetings in accordance
with the objectives of The Forum. The Program coordinator shall assume
the duties of the President should both the President and the Corresponding
Secretary is absent.
Recording Secretary (Ellen
Booth)
The Recording Secretary maintains minutes of The Forum and Executive
Board meetings, is custodian of The Forum's records, and jointly
signs for all contracts and documents authorized by The Forum.
Treasurer Tina Standishr)
The Treasurer maintains a record of The Forum's funds, deposits and
disperses monies as directed by The Forum, and supports annual audits
and budgets.
Standing Committees
Standing committees are created by appointment from
the President of The Forum, and approved by the Executive Board. Each
committee is formed with a chairperson and additional members as needed to support
the specific tasks as required to provide expertise into the support for
genealogical preservation within the county. Special committees may be created
to support special functions deemed necessary to be accomplished.
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee recruits and maintains membership rosters. The
Forum's membership dues run from September 1 through August 31st. Membership
Applications are accepted throughout the year; and guests are always
welcome at the meetings. Print out the application, complete the requested
information and mail to the address indicated along with your payment.
Nominating Committee
(Established when needed prior to elections)
The Nominating Committee consists of three persons who are elected by the
membership and is responsible to prepare and present a list of candidates for
the Executive Board at the Annual Election Meeting.
Program Committee
The Program Committee is responsible for coordination and arranging speakers
and programs for The Forum's meetings and other special events as
required. The Program Coordinator is the chairman of this committee.
Publicity Committee
The Publicity Committee publicizes The Forum's activities and
maintains a file of published releases.
Historical Committee
The Historical Committee maintains a written pictorial record of The
Forum's activities.
Book Acquisition Committee
The Book Acquisition Committee is responsible for the selection, purchase
and inventory of all books and periodicals purchased or donated to The
Forum. These books and periodicals are maintained in the Gen Room
of the Parmly Billings Library and are available for on-site reference at all
hours the library is open to the public. Excess inventory is available for
sale.
Calling Committee
The Calling Committee is responsible for notification to the members of time
and place for meeting, and for the arranging of special transportation for
those members in need of these services.
Research Committee
The Research Committee performs limited genealogical research related to
Finance & Budget Committee
The Finance & Budget Committee establishes an annual budget and presents
it to the Executive Committee for review and adoption at the Annual Meeting of The
Forum.
Gen-Room Committee
The Gen-Room Committee manages the operation of the genealogical holdings
within a locked and separate room on the 2nd floor, within the
Parmly Billings Library on
Record Preservation Committee
The Record Preservation Committee assists in the compiling and preserving of
Sales Committee
The Sales Committee is responsible for sales of all books, CD's and other
related materials offered by The Forum, shall prepare an annual
inventory of stock for sale and maintain accurate records of all transactions.
Lending Library Committee
The Lending library Committee is responsible for establishing lists of materials offered for loan, including tapes and videos, and maintaining accurate records of the materials. Books are not offered for loan.
Library Support
Committee
The Library Support Committee provides support to the Parmly Billings
Library, and sets aside funds for the acquisition of shelving and related
facility needs. The Parmly Billings Library Board is represented by:
Gen-Bug Newsletter
Louise Larue publishes the newsletter, four times annually.
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