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member_handbook [2014/11/17 02:32] – karencmember_handbook [2014/11/17 17:46] – suzuki650xs
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 Once the makerspace has 25 members, we will hold elections for a full board slate, with officers and Directors at Large. Once the makerspace has 25 members, we will hold elections for a full board slate, with officers and Directors at Large.
  
-The makerspace has **Area Champions/Red Shirts** who oversee the activities in each of our many areas.+The makerspace has **Area Champions** who oversee the activities in each of our many areas.
   * Chief of Inventory:  James Pittman   * Chief of Inventory:  James Pittman
-  * Wood Shop: TBD +  * Wood Shop: John Eich 
-  * Metal Shop: TBD +  * Metal Shop: JT Smith 
-  * Electronics:  TBD +  * Electronics:  Timm Murray 
-  * Craft Meadow:  TBD+  * Craft Meadow:  Karen Corbeil
  
  
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 **For Guests** **For Guests**
-  - Visit the space during Open Shop Hours (Fridays 7-10 pm) +  - Visit the space during Open Hours (Open Shop Fridays 7-10 pm, Craft Night Mondays 6:30-8:30pm) 
   - Attend public meetings and events (see [[http://thebodgery.org|website]] for calendar)   - Attend public meetings and events (see [[http://thebodgery.org|website]] for calendar)
   - Visit and use tools anytime a member can host/sponsor you   - Visit and use tools anytime a member can host/sponsor you
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   - Direct add the new maker to the Public and Members-only Google Groups   - Direct add the new maker to the Public and Members-only Google Groups
   - Offer to have a wiki account created for them.   - Offer to have a wiki account created for them.
-  - Send 'Welcome' email to the new member!+  - Send 'Welcome' email about the new member to the Bodgery list!
     - If they are Twitter users, tell them about The Bodgery account     - If they are Twitter users, tell them about The Bodgery account
     -  If they are Facebook users, tell them about 'The Bodgery' page on Facebook     -  If they are Facebook users, tell them about 'The Bodgery' page on Facebook
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    *Make sure upstairs window is closed.    *Make sure upstairs window is closed.
-   *Make sure large shop door is closed. +   *Make sure giant overhead door is closed. 
-   *Check to make sure all machines are off even if you weren’t using them.+   *Check to make sure all machines are off even if you weren't using them.
    *Lock door to gallery.    *Lock door to gallery.
    *Turn off overhead lights. The light switches are to the left of the Gallery door. There is a remote near the exit that turns on a guide light that you can use to see to get back to the door once the lights are off.    *Turn off overhead lights. The light switches are to the left of the Gallery door. There is a remote near the exit that turns on a guide light that you can use to see to get back to the door once the lights are off.
    *Flip sign on door to read “Closed”.    *Flip sign on door to read “Closed”.
-   *Make sure the main door is locked behind you. +   *Make sure the main door is locked behind you (push button in on inside handle).  
 + 
 + 
 +   *Winter:  
 +     *Make sure propane heater is off (at tank), and electric heaters are away from flammables. 
 +     *Until furnace is turned on, keep door to gallery is propped open. 
  
 ==== Guests ==== ==== Guests ====
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   * Any member may host a class, meetup, workshop, party, etc. as long as they follow the [[event_checklist|Event Checklist]].   * Any member may host a class, meetup, workshop, party, etc. as long as they follow the [[event_checklist|Event Checklist]].
   * Events are often posted to the [[http://www.meetup.com/MadCity-Makers/|Meetup Page]]. It is highly recommended for members to create a Meetup.com account if they do not already have one, and join this meetup group.   * Events are often posted to the [[http://www.meetup.com/MadCity-Makers/|Meetup Page]]. It is highly recommended for members to create a Meetup.com account if they do not already have one, and join this meetup group.
-  * +
 ==== Tools ==== ==== Tools ====
  
   * Most tools are owned by members.   * Most tools are owned by members.
   * Members may lend tools to the Bodgery with prior approval from the Board. Any lent tool should have the name of its owner on it.   * Members may lend tools to the Bodgery with prior approval from the Board. Any lent tool should have the name of its owner on it.
-  * Non-members may donate tools, but not lend them.(This is so members are not responsible for giving access to the tool to its owner. Exceptions may be made for members of other hackerspaces.)+  * Non-members may donate tools, but not lend them. (This is so members are not responsible for giving access to the tool to its owner. Exceptions may be made for members of other hackerspaces.)
     *If the Bodgery already has the tool that is being offered:     *If the Bodgery already has the tool that is being offered:
       * If it is smaller than a breadbox, and the space has fewer than 3, we will accept it.       * If it is smaller than a breadbox, and the space has fewer than 3, we will accept it.
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   * Consumables are not the responsibility of the Bodgery, but individual members.   * Consumables are not the responsibility of the Bodgery, but individual members.
-  * Members and guests may use consumables(i.e. hardware, yarn, etc.) in reasonable amounts. This policy is intended for use in small amounts, emergency/immediacy needs, and to use up odds and ends that would otherwise be thrown away.+  * Members and guests may use consumables (eg. nuts/screws, yarn, etc.) in reasonable amounts. This policy is intended for use in small amounts, emergency/immediacy needs, and to use up odds and ends that would otherwise be thrown away.
      *If you use more than a small amount of a consumable, please either replace it, or donate an appropriate amount and notify a board member so that the item may be replenished.      *If you use more than a small amount of a consumable, please either replace it, or donate an appropriate amount and notify a board member so that the item may be replenished.
   * Leftover consumables may be put away in an organized manner for other members' use.   * Leftover consumables may be put away in an organized manner for other members' use.
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 ==== Project Storage ====  ==== Project Storage ==== 
  
-One of the membership perks is a unit of storage for your personal tools, projects and materials, etc.  Anything located within this space is not available to other members or guests. +  * One of the membership perks is a unit of storage for your personal tools, projects and materials, etc.  Anything located within this space is not available to other members or guests. 
- +  * Currently, storage space is located at the back of the loft area, and is half of one shelf (horizontal surface, between vertical struts) per member.  If you occupy a storage space, it must be labelled with your name and contact info. In future, larger workshop spaces, we intend to create larger member storage areas. 
-Currently, storage space is located at the back of the loft area, and is one shelf (horizontal surface, between vertical struts) per member.  In future, larger workshop spaces, we intend to create larger member storage areas. +  * Items belonging to a former member should be removed from the space before the first of the month after they become a member in suspension or terminate their membership. After that date, any items belonging to a former member may be disposed of at the discretion of the Board. 
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-Items belonging to a former member should be removed from the space before the first of the month after they become a member in suspension or terminate their membership. After that date, any items belonging to a former member may be disposed of at the discretion of the Board. +
  
  
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 //Note that all payment transaction fees are paid by the member making the payment. We currently accept PayPal which has a 3% fee.// //Note that all payment transaction fees are paid by the member making the payment. We currently accept PayPal which has a 3% fee.//
  
-  * Cash or check deposited in the Drop Box or given to our Treasurer in person+  * Cash or check deposited in the Drop Box (locked box on wall in the lounge) or given to our Treasurer in person
     * Checks should be made out to “The Bodgery”     * Checks should be made out to “The Bodgery”
   * Bank transfer. The Bodgery banks at UW Credit Union. For more details, contact acting treasurer, John Eich.   * Bank transfer. The Bodgery banks at UW Credit Union. For more details, contact acting treasurer, John Eich.
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   * The thermostat can be found to the right of the Gallery door, behind the water heater.   * The thermostat can be found to the right of the Gallery door, behind the water heater.
   * In hot temperatures, the air conditioning should be used while the space is in use and returned to 75 degrees upon closing down the shop.   * In hot temperatures, the air conditioning should be used while the space is in use and returned to 75 degrees upon closing down the shop.
-  * In cold temperatures, the warehouse does not have gas for HVAC heating. The electric heater should be used to keep the space between 50 and 60 degrees at any given time. The propane heater may be used for events or for extended visits. **MAKE SURE TO TURN OFF PROPANE HEATER AND __CLOSE TANK__ WHEN YOU LEAVE**+  * In cold temperatures, the warehouse does not have gas for HVAC heating. The electric heater should be used to keep the space between 50 and 60 degrees at any given time. The propane heater may be used for events or for extended visits. **MAKE SURE TO TURN OFF PROPANE HEATER __(AT TANK)__ WHEN YOU LEAVE**
  
 ==== Emergencies ==== ==== Emergencies ====
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   * First aid can be found in the lower drawer to the right of the sink in the shop. It can also be found in the drawers in the bathroom.   * First aid can be found in the lower drawer to the right of the sink in the shop. It can also be found in the drawers in the bathroom.
   * There are two fire extinguishers in the shop; one in the welding area and one near the laser cutter.   * There are two fire extinguishers in the shop; one in the welding area and one near the laser cutter.
-  * Emergency contact information can be found for a member in the "Completed Member Forms" folder in the off-white plastic filer on the desk to the left of the bay door.+  * Emergency contact information can be found for a member in the "Completed Member Forms" folder in the off-white plastic file on the desk to the left of the bay door. 
 + 
 +====Evolution Arts Collective ==== 
 +  * The Bodgery warehouse space is currently subleased from Evolution Arts Collective (EAC) and it's owners, Kim and Bijon.  
 +  * The Bodgery has an agreement with EAC including the following: 
 +     * EAC members that pay $50/month get access to the art studio on the second floor in the front of the building and use of the Gallery space. They do not get access to the Bodgery. 
 +     * EAC members that pay $100, get a 2ft x 5ft space in the Bodgery to keep their belongings and work on them if they so choose. They also get keys to our external door. 
 +     * Bodgery members may not use the space or items in the areas used by $100 EAC members. For details on these areas, please contact a Board member. 
 +     * Bodgery members are permitted use of the bathroom, located through the Gallery. 
 +     * Bodgery members may use the Gallery or kitchenette as long as it does not interfere with EAC members or business. 
 +     * The Bodgery will pay rent up to (total rent, minus dues received from $100 EAC members) 
 +     * Kim may maintain the space under the loft for personal storage. 
 +     * Kim and Bijon may have access to the Bodgery. 
 +     * EAC may use the Bodgery space for events as long as it does not significantly interfere with Bodgery events or regular member usage. 
 +     * During business hours, Bodgery members and guests should only park in the first two parking spaces. If these are unavailable, please park on the street. 
  
 ==== Food and Beverage ==== ==== Food and Beverage ====
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   * Members and guests may bring alcohol into the space.   * Members and guests may bring alcohol into the space.
-  * Anyone consuming alcohol, must be 21 or older. +  * Anyone consuming alcohol must be 21 or older. 
-  * Those consuming alcohol are prohibited from using power tools while imbibing.+  * Once someone consumes alcohol they are prohibited from using power tools.
   * Events welcoming alcohol should state so in the event description. (i.e. BYOB)   * Events welcoming alcohol should state so in the event description. (i.e. BYOB)
 +  * Anyone found to be belligerent or conducting in misconduct in the Bodgery as a result of alcohol consumption may be ejected from the space.
  
-==== Internets ==== 
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-  * WiFi Network: the_bodgery 
-  * Password: bodgingbodgerers 
  
 ==== Media Systems ==== ==== Media Systems ====
  
-  * The Bodgery has a projector available for member use. It may be used for classes, meet ups, events, or personal entertainment.+  * The Bodgery has a projector available for member use. It may be used for classes, meet ups, events, or personal entertainment.  It is stored on the library shelves.
   * There is a sound system with speakers throughout the space. This system has an auxiliary cable that may be used to easily play audio from a personal device.   * There is a sound system with speakers throughout the space. This system has an auxiliary cable that may be used to easily play audio from a personal device.
  
member_handbook.txt · Last modified: 2023/09/04 23:00 by mpickhard