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<<Include(NorthCarolinaTeam/Meeting/Agenda)>> | === Open Items === ==== Advocacy ==== ## Please add anything that team members have done since last meeting. Please add under individual or team topic. * Team advocacy - What is the team doing to get the word out? 1. Located the founder of NC LoCo's Facebook page, [[http://www.facebook.com/mighmos|Adam Petaccia]]. Any one know him? * Chatted briefly on Facebook. * Asked about gaining control of FB LoCo page. * Still no response yet. * Anyone else with success contacting him? * -- [[LaunchpadHome:john-johnghormley]] <<DateTime(2010-06-02T14:49:53-0500)>> * Ignore or mention to higher authority [vote] 1. Offered support to CharLUG for an Installfest they are planning in 6 wks to 2 mos. * Have commitment for Ubuntu Live CDs from Amber. * No word from CharLUG on date, yet. * -- [[LaunchpadHome:john-johnghormley]] <<DateTime(2010-06-02T14:49:53-0500)>> * Progress Report === New Items === * Discuss a new meeting time, and maybe changing the frequency to have more productive meetings less often. (holstein) * Discuss starting a 'meeting chair group' of members that can chair the meetings in rotation. (holstein) * Review member positions and the job requirements/responsibilities in order to discuss filling open positions. (holstein) * A new advocacy opportunity with the Kramden Institute; please see this forum post [[http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1507978]] === Announcements === === Reminder about next Meeting === * Date, Time, reminder that everyone can add to agenda, and link to agenda Location |
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= Meeting opened by _marx_ at 22:58 = <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> I had some way of entering bash commands in pidgin... but I forgot <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> hi all, chime in if you are here for the meeting. <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> the bot does a head count <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> o/ <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> here * '''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>''' here <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> yah, holstein made it <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> :) <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> [link]https://wiki.ubuntu.com/NorthCarolinaTeam/Meeting/Agenda[/link] ||<#FF5555>''https://wiki.ubuntu.com/NorthCarolinaTeam/Meeting/Agenda[/link]''|| <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> [topic] team facebook page == team facebook page == <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> all attempts have been made to contact this guy <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> i friended the guy <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> no word <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> heard anything <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> o <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> jcg2 was trying hard as well <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> i sent the logo to his launchpad addresses <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> i guess we just stay on it <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> whoever has a facebook account and wants to bother him <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> can do, what is the name? <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> hey all sorry I'm late! :-) <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> Garagegoblin: i think you can find it on the agenda page <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> hi akgraner <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> ok <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> this is the guy http://www.facebook.com/mighmos <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> thanks holstein <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> track some more and he has a launchpad id as well <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> yup <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> i think jcg messaged him there <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> i did <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> as well <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> lets just all try to contact him <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> well if we can't get it we can just start a new one with Ubuntu NC LoCo Team <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> however <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and nicely <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> hahaha, so we are trying to get access to the page from him? <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> and make sure 4 or 5 people on the team have sdmin <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and yeah, we can always just make a new one like akgraner says <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> admin even <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> give it til next meeting? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> then somebody make a new one? <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> i like that <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> I would think that is plenty of time <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> nods we've spent 6 months on this already <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> yeah, its been a while too <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> yeah <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> several have tried to contact hime <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> I did as well <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> k mootbot <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> well, you want to just go ahead on a new one then? <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> we did invite him to join the team and not just we want access right? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> i just friended him <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and that was my plan <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> if i had contact <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> holstein, yeah - go that route and ask him to become an active member to help get the word out etc <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> a cordial inclusive thank-you for starting the FB page <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> nods <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> good good <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> [action] one more month on the facebook guy ||<#FF5555>'' one more month on the facebook guy''|| <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> then if nothing by the next meeting - let's just fork it and start a new one <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> cool <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> yeah... fork it... <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> and him too <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> :) <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> in one month right? <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> :-) (geek humor I'm getting it ) <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> hehe <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> _marx_: not yet <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> _marx_, yep <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> you need to watch more IT Crowd akgraner <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> we can discuss all that <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> OH <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> if its set for a month already, thats cool <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> [topic]Charlug installfest == Charlug installfest == <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> John isn't here so I'm closing it for this month <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> thoughts <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> yeah - I haven't heard anything about a date <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> +1 on closing it - until we get more information it can always be added back <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> agreed <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> agreed <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> ok <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> new items <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> i'm going to jump here to Garagegoblin on the Kramden Institute <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> cool <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> [topic] new advocacy opp w/Kramden == new advocacy opp w/Kramden == <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> that's the refurb computers with Ubuntu on it right? <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> half right <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> well they've been doing winders <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> that's right <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> where are they? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> durham <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> I am a member of the Kramden Institute (www.kramden.org) management team <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> Garagegoblin: OH <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> We are located in Durham, NC <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> +1 for not using windows ;) <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> nah <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> what can we do Garagegoblin ? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> do you want a demonstration or something like that? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> something formal at the institute? <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> my apologies, no cue Garagegoblin <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> We have just decided that we are going to start a small side group to start exploring the opportunities gained from using Ubuntu <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> or ubuntu with LXDE or XFCE <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> something that can really sing on an old p3 <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> We are more interested in Edubuntu for the software since these computers go out to students k -12 <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> cool <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> i think a lot of that stuff could and should be revamped to be easily used in lubuntu <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> or xubuntu <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> I would love to see a full implimentation at some point, but we will have to start slow <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> Garagegoblin, I've been working with a group in Minnesota who gives refurb computers with Ubuntu on it to military families who's service person is deployed <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> but, lucid really is rather light-weight <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> very nice akgraner, we also did laptops to kids of Ft. Bragg <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> Garagegoblin, yep exactly :-) <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> so, what can we do as a team for you Garagegoblin ? <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> so what were the reservations of senoir management? * '''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>''' is in asheville <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> but anything i can do to help out, let me know <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> hey magedragon25 <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> Well, we give unlimited tech support to our students <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> Garagegoblin, can you and I touch base next week - I'd like to pass some information to you about some folks at Fot bragg - I have a meeting with some of the MWR folks <'''<<Verbatim(magedragon25)>>'''> hey <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> ok yea akgraner <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> hey magedragon25 <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> you made it :) <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> Garagegoblin, thanks! <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> magedragon25, hey!! <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> and so we are going to start a pilot program to see what issues basic users that are used to windows may run into while they are getting used to it <'''<<Verbatim(magedragon25)>>'''> hey all <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> Garagegoblin: once these machines are out there do they have internet connections <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> We would like to start collecting from the millions of great how-to's on the web and start a nice collection to be able to give to the students, if they don't have internet at home <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> no not all sadly <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> Garagegoblin, awesome! Look at the ubuntu manual project <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> Garagegoblin, http://ubuntumanual.org/ <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> we are also going to start looking into doing a server/thin client program we would be able to offer to schools that need computer labs they can't get funding for <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> personally <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> i think it should be offered as an equal alternative <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> and churches, also that need computer labs <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> i treid to do that at a church not to long ago <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> right, and that is what we are first going to start with <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and it just didnt seem right for them <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> Garagegoblin, holstein has migrated a church/school in the weaverville area <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> the option of Ubuntu PC's <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> they didnt 'get it' <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> hahaha, that is one huge concern <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> they spent a lot of money that they didnt have on a windows outfit <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> what's to "get" <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> the learning curve for the parents will be much bigger than the kids most times <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> that will be obsolete in a couple years <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and just as bad off as what they replaced <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> but whatever <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> hahaha I understand holstein <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> i hope it serves them well <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> all we can do is try <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> One major thing that I want to see, is for us to offer training for these machines <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> We need to first train our volunteers, and then have and help them train the end users <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> so Garagegoblin what can we do to help? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> sounds like a great project Garagegoblin <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> why dont you blast the list if we can do anything <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and you and akgraner talk soon <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and i can talk to you sometime about what i did at a local church <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> Thanks, well from the group, anyone local I would love to try to get involved in what we are doing, the more people comfortable with Ubuntu as a volunteer at Kramden the better <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and hopefully, you can be cranking out refurbed ubuntu boxes in the near future :) <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> Garagegoblin, let's come up with some action items that we can do as a team to help you all get started <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> Garagegoblin: whatever i can do from asheville, count me in <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> if you need a support IRC channel or something <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> we can talk about it <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> as the team is loaded with talent that covers all areas of the Community and OS <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> its tough since the end user probably doesnt have internet <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> be do-able <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> well contacts in rdu area <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> but* <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> I don't mind driving to RDU once a month as long as I know in advance <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> Well I admit to saying this is still in its infancy but I am glad to get involved with you guys, and appreciate all the support I can get from this team as well <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> akgraner: i would try and go too <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> schedule permitting <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> nods <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> Garagegoblin: maybe we could get some facetime with the others? <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> ideas can become action items <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> maybe some of us could come in a couple months? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> whoever wants to <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> That would be really cool <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> cool <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> well, lets do that then <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> maybe a training session for our management team and volunteers and a nice sitdown as well <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> lets talk next meeting about an acutal date somewhere down the road <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> Garagegoblin: and you can kick that around on your end <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> yea absolutely <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> :) <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> We are going to start the planning of the pilot program to test how many issues, we can solve ahead of time with documentation and training <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> [topic] new meeting day and time == new meeting day and time == <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> SO <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> what do you think guys? <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> bad transition <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> do we want to move the meetings? <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> i made a survey <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> AH <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> any week day is good for me <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> cool _marx_ <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> I agree <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> i brought this up <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> most days are good for me as well... <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> seems like thurday evendins are not happening <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> for some reason <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> Tuesday and Thursdays are horrible for me :-( <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> evenings are bad for me <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> I think there were some other people that also said they had problems making Thursday night <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> but my off times are not going ot work for you guys <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> jcg is one <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> monday at 2pm <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> that would be ideal for me ;) <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> Monday would be fine with me <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and thats not going to work for anyone here <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> dang musicians <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> during the day is perfect for me - but I know other people work so i get why it needs to be after 5 <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> so, i will deal with whatever you guys come up with <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> wednesday? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> 6p <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> 7p? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> 8p? <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> should we do a survey monkey for this? <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> got one <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> another one?? <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> push it out to the mailing list, include a forum post as well... <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> haven't posted it yet <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> oh - sorry missed the first few <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> lol <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> _marx_: yeah, do that <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> _marx_, you have one right? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> i really just wanted to see what you guys thought about the idea in general <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> or do you want me to recycle the one I used beofre? <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> before even <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> _marx_: does it address the other issue <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> meeting once a month? <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> well one question should i add a question geographic region of the state <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> dang I need to get may nails done - I can't type they are just too long :-( grrrrr <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> personally I think you are not going to be able to accommodate everyone, so pick a couple days and a times and let us chose from there <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> _marx_, for what purpose - we are all same time zone??? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and the logs are always there <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> I say only list Mon, Wed Friday <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> and 3-7pm <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> akgraner: i think mine is pretty close to what you did before <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> sure <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> b/c if you give Tues Thurs then people will chose those <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> should i add a regional question? <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> and the most active people can't make it those days <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> for security? <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> welcome Garagegoblin <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> lol! <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> huh? <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> jk <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> hahaha <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> I mean if people want to list where they are from they can - but not sure what we would gain from having it on the survey <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> regional groups <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> as people are on LP and can list where they are from there if they want <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> we barely have enough for one group... <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> lol <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> right <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> we really need to encourage people to join LP <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> as that is the only real means of tracking members <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> maybe when we have more people, if we have regional groups - then it's going to be me and holstein hanging out... <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> yeah, and i dont really like internalkernel *that* much <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> ;) <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> well the regional idea, it's a big state <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> ok I am going to ask the dumb question...what is LP?? <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> I think we have the infrastructure in place for when we get groups in all areas <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> Launchpad <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> :-) <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> well not like *THAT* anyways,,, ehhh, holstein <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> oh duh <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> lol <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> <---noob <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> https://launchpad.net/~ubuntu-northcarolina <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> [link]http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/L2HBFXG ||<#FF5555>''http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/L2HBFXG''|| <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> so, for starters.. we're talking about mon, wed, or fri 3-7pm <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> Garagegoblin, we all are at some time - there are no bad questions :-) I should have spelled it out - sorry about that * '''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>''' is glad your here Garagegoblin :) <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> I like the way Mr. Garrison in South Park responds to that <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> there are no stupid questions... only... <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> Ill save it for an logged channel - so meeting times! <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> date <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> hahaha <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> an /un/logged/ channel <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> good call internalkernel <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> date? was that an invitation? <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> last call <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> meeting times - what's the last word on this? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> we're going to have a poll <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> survey posting <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> sounds good... awesome... more surveys. <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> ok <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> internalkernel, see link above :-P <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> we are starting to resemble congress... <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> hahaha <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> without the salaries :( <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> more red tape, we NEED more red tape!!! <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> does this cover the meetin frequency? <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> Garagegoblin: I agree, I think perhaps a survey to determine the questions on the next survey would be appropriate <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> hahaha <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> holstein: I think it does <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> [topic] meeting chair rotation == meeting chair rotation == <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> left to right <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> Garagegoblin, more cowbell!!! <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> yeah, i guess we really cant do that though right? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> with Mootbot-UK <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> which means your stuck with it _marx_ <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> the bot won't care <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> unless we can work out a way to do it <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> what i had in mind <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> was whoever wants to chair meetings <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> no anyone can start a meeting w/moot <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> just say 'i want to chair meetings <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and then we start rotating <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> if we meet once a month <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and there are 6 of those folks <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> you want the next one holstein <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> then thats only twice a year <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> _marx_: sure <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> but i have to see when it is <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> lol... <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> minor detail <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> survey anyone? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> hehe <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> I know there is talk for mootbot to be able to handle multiple chairs in the future <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> could we just ask that question on the mailing list <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> lets just sign up for them <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> stick a table on the meeting page <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and just put a list up on the wiki <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> ^^^ <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> yeah <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> we can add the dates for the year once the new day and time is decided <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and if your next and cant do it <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> you just work it out <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> trade or whatever <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> SO <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> do we need somebody to put that emil together? <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> and post the folks? <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> holstein, can you do that <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> survey says! <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> i will <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> :) <'''<<Verbatim(internalkernel)>>'''> sorry couldn't resist that one <'''<<Verbatim(akgraner)>>'''> once it goes to the list - I an repost it to forums <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> OK <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> lets all try and talk soon <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> about the survey <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> [action] marx post survey to mailing list and forum ||<#FF5555>'' marx post survey to mailing list and forum''|| <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> it would be nice to know the meeting day before the email <'''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>'''> i think <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> I voted already * '''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>''' too <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> no prob * '''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>''' is going ot stuff the ballot box ;) * '''<<Verbatim(holstein)>>''' kidding <'''<<Verbatim(Garagegoblin)>>'''> hahaha <'''<<Verbatim(_marx_)>>'''> #endmeeting ---- = Meeting closed at 23:58 = == People Present == * internalkernel * _marx_ * Garagegoblin * holstein * akgraner * magedragon25 == Actions Recorded == * one more month on the facebook guy * marx post survey to mailing list and forum |
Ubuntu NC LoCo Team IRC Meeting - July 15, 2010
Agenda
Open Items
Advocacy
- Team advocacy - What is the team doing to get the word out?
Located the founder of NC LoCo's Facebook page, Adam Petaccia. Any one know him?
- Chatted briefly on Facebook.
Asked about gaining control of FB LoCo page.
- Still no response yet.
- Anyone else with success contacting him?
-- john-johnghormley 2010-06-02 19:49:53
- Ignore or mention to higher authority [vote]
- Offered support to CharLUG for an Installfest they are planning in 6 wks to 2 mos.
- Have commitment for Ubuntu Live CDs from Amber.
- No word from CharLUG on date, yet.
-- john-johnghormley 2010-06-02 19:49:53
- Progress Report
New Items
- Discuss a new meeting time, and maybe changing the frequency to have more productive meetings less often. (holstein)
- Discuss starting a 'meeting chair group' of members that can chair the meetings in rotation. (holstein)
- Review member positions and the job requirements/responsibilities in order to discuss filling open positions. (holstein)
A new advocacy opportunity with the Kramden Institute; please see this forum post http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1507978
Announcements
Reminder about next Meeting
- Date, Time, reminder that everyone can add to agenda, and link to agenda Location
MootBotUK
Meeting opened by _marx_ at 22:58
<internalkernel> I had some way of entering bash commands in pidgin... but I forgot
<_marx_> hi all, chime in if you are here for the meeting.
<_marx_> the bot does a head count
<internalkernel> o/
<Garagegoblin> here
holstein here
<_marx_> yah, holstein made it
<holstein>
<_marx_> [link]https://wiki.ubuntu.com/NorthCarolinaTeam/Meeting/Agenda[/link]
<_marx_> [topic] team facebook page
team facebook page
<_marx_> all attempts have been made to contact this guy
<holstein> i friended the guy
<holstein> no word
<_marx_> heard anything
<_marx_> o
<holstein> jcg2 was trying hard as well
<_marx_> i sent the logo to his launchpad addresses
<holstein> i guess we just stay on it
<holstein> whoever has a facebook account and wants to bother him
<Garagegoblin> can do, what is the name?
<akgraner> hey all sorry I'm late!
<_marx_> Garagegoblin: i think you can find it on the agenda page
<_marx_> hi akgraner
<Garagegoblin> ok
<holstein> this is the guy http://www.facebook.com/mighmos
<Garagegoblin> thanks holstein
<_marx_> track some more and he has a launchpad id as well
<holstein> yup
<holstein> i think jcg messaged him there
<_marx_> i did
<_marx_> as well
<holstein> lets just all try to contact him
<akgraner> well if we can't get it we can just start a new one with Ubuntu NC LoCo Team
<holstein> however
<holstein> and nicely
<Garagegoblin> hahaha, so we are trying to get access to the page from him?
<akgraner> and make sure 4 or 5 people on the team have sdmin
<holstein> and yeah, we can always just make a new one like akgraner says
<akgraner> admin even
<holstein> give it til next meeting?
<holstein> then somebody make a new one?
<_marx_> i like that
<Garagegoblin> I would think that is plenty of time
<akgraner> nods we've spent 6 months on this already
<holstein> yeah, its been a while too
<holstein> yeah
<_marx_> several have tried to contact hime
<akgraner> I did as well
<_marx_> k mootbot
<holstein> well, you want to just go ahead on a new one then?
<akgraner> we did invite him to join the team and not just we want access right?
<holstein> i just friended him
<holstein> and that was my plan
<holstein> if i had contact
<akgraner> holstein, yeah - go that route and ask him to become an active member to help get the word out etc
<holstein> a cordial inclusive thank-you for starting the FB page
<akgraner> nods
<Garagegoblin> good good
<_marx_> [action] one more month on the facebook guy
one more month on the facebook guy |
<akgraner> then if nothing by the next meeting - let's just fork it and start a new one
<holstein> cool
<internalkernel> yeah... fork it...
<internalkernel> and him too
<internalkernel>
<_marx_> in one month right?
<akgraner> (geek humor I'm getting it )
<holstein> hehe
<holstein> _marx_: not yet
<akgraner> _marx_, yep
<internalkernel> you need to watch more IT Crowd akgraner
<holstein> we can discuss all that
<holstein> OH
<holstein> if its set for a month already, thats cool
<_marx_> [topic]Charlug installfest
Charlug installfest
<_marx_> John isn't here so I'm closing it for this month
<_marx_> thoughts
<akgraner> yeah - I haven't heard anything about a date
<akgraner> +1 on closing it - until we get more information it can always be added back
<holstein> agreed
<Garagegoblin> agreed
<_marx_> ok
<_marx_> new items
<_marx_> i'm going to jump here to Garagegoblin on the Kramden Institute
<holstein> cool
<_marx_> [topic] new advocacy opp w/Kramden
new advocacy opp w/Kramden
<akgraner> that's the refurb computers with Ubuntu on it right?
<Garagegoblin> half right
<_marx_> well they've been doing winders
<akgraner> that's right
<holstein> where are they?
<holstein> durham
<Garagegoblin> I am a member of the Kramden Institute (www.kramden.org) management team
<holstein> Garagegoblin: OH
<Garagegoblin> We are located in Durham, NC
<holstein> +1 for not using windows
<holstein> nah
<holstein> what can we do Garagegoblin ?
<holstein> do you want a demonstration or something like that?
<holstein> something formal at the institute?
<_marx_> my apologies, no cue Garagegoblin
<Garagegoblin> We have just decided that we are going to start a small side group to start exploring the opportunities gained from using Ubuntu
<holstein> or ubuntu with LXDE or XFCE
<holstein> something that can really sing on an old p3
<Garagegoblin> We are more interested in Edubuntu for the software since these computers go out to students k -12
<holstein> cool
<holstein> i think a lot of that stuff could and should be revamped to be easily used in lubuntu
<holstein> or xubuntu
<Garagegoblin> I would love to see a full implimentation at some point, but we will have to start slow
<akgraner> Garagegoblin, I've been working with a group in Minnesota who gives refurb computers with Ubuntu on it to military families who's service person is deployed
<holstein> but, lucid really is rather light-weight
<Garagegoblin> very nice akgraner, we also did laptops to kids of Ft. Bragg
<akgraner> Garagegoblin, yep exactly
<holstein> so, what can we do as a team for you Garagegoblin ?
<_marx_> so what were the reservations of senoir management?
holstein is in asheville
<holstein> but anything i can do to help out, let me know
<_marx_> hey magedragon25
<Garagegoblin> Well, we give unlimited tech support to our students
<akgraner> Garagegoblin, can you and I touch base next week - I'd like to pass some information to you about some folks at Fot bragg - I have a meeting with some of the MWR folks
<magedragon25> hey
<Garagegoblin> ok yea akgraner
<holstein> hey magedragon25
<holstein> you made it
<akgraner> Garagegoblin, thanks!
<akgraner> magedragon25, hey!!
<Garagegoblin> and so we are going to start a pilot program to see what issues basic users that are used to windows may run into while they are getting used to it
<magedragon25> hey all
<_marx_> Garagegoblin: once these machines are out there do they have internet connections
<Garagegoblin> We would like to start collecting from the millions of great how-to's on the web and start a nice collection to be able to give to the students, if they don't have internet at home
<Garagegoblin> no not all sadly
<akgraner> Garagegoblin, awesome! Look at the ubuntu manual project
<akgraner> Garagegoblin, http://ubuntumanual.org/
<Garagegoblin> we are also going to start looking into doing a server/thin client program we would be able to offer to schools that need computer labs they can't get funding for
<holstein> personally
<holstein> i think it should be offered as an equal alternative
<Garagegoblin> and churches, also that need computer labs
<holstein> i treid to do that at a church not to long ago
<Garagegoblin> right, and that is what we are first going to start with
<holstein> and it just didnt seem right for them
<akgraner> Garagegoblin, holstein has migrated a church/school in the weaverville area
<Garagegoblin> the option of Ubuntu PC's
<holstein> they didnt 'get it'
<Garagegoblin> hahaha, that is one huge concern
<holstein> they spent a lot of money that they didnt have on a windows outfit
<_marx_> what's to "get"
<Garagegoblin> the learning curve for the parents will be much bigger than the kids most times
<holstein> that will be obsolete in a couple years
<holstein> and just as bad off as what they replaced
<holstein> but whatever
<Garagegoblin> hahaha I understand holstein
<holstein> i hope it serves them well
<Garagegoblin> all we can do is try
<Garagegoblin> One major thing that I want to see, is for us to offer training for these machines
<Garagegoblin> We need to first train our volunteers, and then have and help them train the end users
<_marx_> so Garagegoblin what can we do to help?
<holstein> sounds like a great project Garagegoblin
<holstein> why dont you blast the list if we can do anything
<holstein> and you and akgraner talk soon
<holstein> and i can talk to you sometime about what i did at a local church
<Garagegoblin> Thanks, well from the group, anyone local I would love to try to get involved in what we are doing, the more people comfortable with Ubuntu as a volunteer at Kramden the better
<holstein> and hopefully, you can be cranking out refurbed ubuntu boxes in the near future
<akgraner> Garagegoblin, let's come up with some action items that we can do as a team to help you all get started
<holstein> Garagegoblin: whatever i can do from asheville, count me in
<holstein> if you need a support IRC channel or something
<holstein> we can talk about it
<akgraner> as the team is loaded with talent that covers all areas of the Community and OS
<holstein> its tough since the end user probably doesnt have internet
<holstein> be do-able
<_marx_> well contacts in rdu area
<holstein> but*
<akgraner> I don't mind driving to RDU once a month as long as I know in advance
<Garagegoblin> Well I admit to saying this is still in its infancy but I am glad to get involved with you guys, and appreciate all the support I can get from this team as well
<holstein> akgraner: i would try and go too
<holstein> schedule permitting
<akgraner> nods
<holstein> Garagegoblin: maybe we could get some facetime with the others?
<_marx_> ideas can become action items
<holstein> maybe some of us could come in a couple months?
<holstein> whoever wants to
<Garagegoblin> That would be really cool
<holstein> cool
<holstein> well, lets do that then
<Garagegoblin> maybe a training session for our management team and volunteers and a nice sitdown as well
<holstein> lets talk next meeting about an acutal date somewhere down the road
<holstein> Garagegoblin: and you can kick that around on your end
<Garagegoblin> yea absolutely
<holstein>
<Garagegoblin> We are going to start the planning of the pilot program to test how many issues, we can solve ahead of time with documentation and training
<_marx_> [topic] new meeting day and time
new meeting day and time
<holstein> SO
<holstein> what do you think guys?
<_marx_> bad transition
<holstein> do we want to move the meetings?
<_marx_> i made a survey
<holstein> AH
<_marx_> any week day is good for me
<holstein> cool _marx_
<Garagegoblin> I agree
<holstein> i brought this up
<internalkernel> most days are good for me as well...
<holstein> seems like thurday evendins are not happening
<holstein> for some reason
<akgraner> Tuesday and Thursdays are horrible for me
<holstein> evenings are bad for me
<internalkernel> I think there were some other people that also said they had problems making Thursday night
<holstein> but my off times are not going ot work for you guys
<_marx_> jcg is one
<holstein> monday at 2pm
<holstein> that would be ideal for me
<Garagegoblin> Monday would be fine with me
<holstein> and thats not going to work for anyone here
<_marx_> dang musicians
<akgraner> during the day is perfect for me - but I know other people work so i get why it needs to be after 5
<holstein> so, i will deal with whatever you guys come up with
<holstein> wednesday?
<holstein> 6p
<holstein> 7p?
<holstein> 8p?
<internalkernel> should we do a survey monkey for this?
<_marx_> got one
<akgraner> another one??
<internalkernel> push it out to the mailing list, include a forum post as well...
<_marx_> haven't posted it yet
<internalkernel> oh - sorry missed the first few
<internalkernel> lol
<holstein> _marx_: yeah, do that
<akgraner> _marx_, you have one right?
<holstein> i really just wanted to see what you guys thought about the idea in general
<akgraner> or do you want me to recycle the one I used beofre?
<akgraner> before even
<holstein> _marx_: does it address the other issue
<holstein> meeting once a month?
<_marx_> well one question should i add a question geographic region of the state
<akgraner> dang I need to get may nails done - I can't type they are just too long grrrrr
<Garagegoblin> personally I think you are not going to be able to accommodate everyone, so pick a couple days and a times and let us chose from there
<akgraner> _marx_, for what purpose - we are all same time zone???
<holstein> and the logs are always there
<akgraner> I say only list Mon, Wed Friday
<akgraner> and 3-7pm
<_marx_> akgraner: i think mine is pretty close to what you did before
<holstein> sure
<akgraner> b/c if you give Tues Thurs then people will chose those
<_marx_> should i add a regional question?
<akgraner> and the most active people can't make it those days
<holstein> for security?
<_marx_> welcome Garagegoblin
<_marx_> lol!
<Garagegoblin> huh?
<_marx_> jk
<Garagegoblin> hahaha
<akgraner> I mean if people want to list where they are from they can - but not sure what we would gain from having it on the survey
<_marx_> regional groups
<akgraner> as people are on LP and can list where they are from there if they want
<internalkernel> we barely have enough for one group...
<internalkernel> lol
<_marx_> right
<akgraner> we really need to encourage people to join LP
<akgraner> as that is the only real means of tracking members
<internalkernel> maybe when we have more people, if we have regional groups - then it's going to be me and holstein hanging out...
<holstein> yeah, and i dont really like internalkernel *that* much
<holstein>
<_marx_> well the regional idea, it's a big state
<Garagegoblin> ok I am going to ask the dumb question...what is LP??
<akgraner> I think we have the infrastructure in place for when we get groups in all areas
<akgraner> Launchpad
<akgraner>
<internalkernel> well not like *THAT* anyways,,, ehhh, holstein
<Garagegoblin> oh duh
<holstein> lol
<Garagegoblin> <---noob
<akgraner> https://launchpad.net/~ubuntu-northcarolina
<_marx_> [link]http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/L2HBFXG
<internalkernel> so, for starters.. we're talking about mon, wed, or fri 3-7pm
<akgraner> Garagegoblin, we all are at some time - there are no bad questions I should have spelled it out - sorry about that
holstein is glad your here Garagegoblin
<internalkernel> I like the way Mr. Garrison in South Park responds to that
<internalkernel> there are no stupid questions... only...
<internalkernel> Ill save it for an logged channel - so meeting times!
<_marx_> date
<Garagegoblin> hahaha
<internalkernel> an /un/logged/ channel
<Garagegoblin> good call internalkernel
<internalkernel> date? was that an invitation?
<_marx_> last call
<internalkernel> meeting times - what's the last word on this?
<holstein> we're going to have a poll
<_marx_> survey posting
<internalkernel> sounds good... awesome... more surveys.
<Garagegoblin> ok
<akgraner> internalkernel, see link above :-P
<internalkernel> we are starting to resemble congress...
<Garagegoblin> hahaha
<_marx_> without the salaries
<Garagegoblin> more red tape, we NEED more red tape!!!
<holstein> does this cover the meetin frequency?
<internalkernel> Garagegoblin: I agree, I think perhaps a survey to determine the questions on the next survey would be appropriate
<Garagegoblin> hahaha
<internalkernel> holstein: I think it does
<_marx_> [topic] meeting chair rotation
meeting chair rotation
<Garagegoblin> left to right
<akgraner> Garagegoblin, more cowbell!!!
<holstein> yeah, i guess we really cant do that though right?
<holstein> with Mootbot-UK
<holstein> which means your stuck with it _marx_
<_marx_> the bot won't care
<holstein> unless we can work out a way to do it
<holstein> what i had in mind
<holstein> was whoever wants to chair meetings
<_marx_> no anyone can start a meeting w/moot
<holstein> just say 'i want to chair meetings
<holstein> and then we start rotating
<holstein> if we meet once a month
<holstein> and there are 6 of those folks
<_marx_> you want the next one holstein
<holstein> then thats only twice a year
<holstein> _marx_: sure
<holstein> but i have to see when it is
<internalkernel> lol...
<_marx_> minor detail
<internalkernel> survey anyone?
<holstein> hehe
<akgraner> I know there is talk for mootbot to be able to handle multiple chairs in the future
<holstein> could we just ask that question on the mailing list
<akgraner> lets just sign up for them
<akgraner> stick a table on the meeting page
<holstein> and just put a list up on the wiki
<holstein> ^
<holstein> yeah
<akgraner> we can add the dates for the year once the new day and time is decided
<holstein> and if your next and cant do it
<holstein> you just work it out
<holstein> trade or whatever
<holstein> SO
<holstein> do we need somebody to put that emil together?
<holstein> and post the folks?
<akgraner> holstein, can you do that
<internalkernel> survey says!
<holstein> i will
<holstein>
<internalkernel> sorry couldn't resist that one
<akgraner> once it goes to the list - I an repost it to forums
<holstein> OK
<holstein> lets all try and talk soon
<holstein> about the survey
<_marx_> [action] marx post survey to mailing list and forum
marx post survey to mailing list and forum |
<holstein> it would be nice to know the meeting day before the email
<holstein> i think
<Garagegoblin> I voted already
holstein too
<_marx_> no prob
holstein is going ot stuff the ballot box
holstein kidding
<Garagegoblin> hahaha
<_marx_> #endmeeting
Meeting closed at 23:58
People Present
- internalkernel
- _marx_
- Garagegoblin
- holstein
- akgraner
- magedragon25
Actions Recorded
- one more month on the facebook guy
- marx post survey to mailing list and forum
NorthCarolinaTeam/Meeting/2010-07-15 (last edited 2010-07-16 15:07:48 by cpe-071-076-231-233)