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member_handbook [2015/07/21 14:22] – [New Maker Checklist] karencmember_handbook [2016/06/27 16:42] suzuki650xs
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 ==== Welcome ====  ==== Welcome ==== 
  
-Welcome to The Bodgery Makerspace! This Member Handbook contains some important and basic information that will help you at the space. If you find yourself wishing something useful to members was on the page, log in and add it! (ps - this page was lifted in great parts from the [[http://milwaukeemakerspace.org|Milwaukee Makerspace]] version, with permission and encouragement. Feel free to do the same!)+Welcome to The Bodgery Makerspace! This Member Handbook contains some important and basic information that will help you at the space. If you find yourself wishing something useful to members was on the page, log in and add it!
  
 **MEMBERSHIP MOTTO: Be Excellent to Each Other.** **MEMBERSHIP MOTTO: Be Excellent to Each Other.**
  
-The **Board of Directors** currently consists of these founding and initial members. To contact the board email <board@thebodgery.org>. +The **Board of Directors** currently consists of these founding and initial members. To contact the board email <board@thebodgery.org>.  For a listing of current board members, visit the [[leadership|Leadership page]]
-  * President: [[members:john_eich|John Eich]] +
-  * CEO: James Pittman +
-  * Vice President: [[members:karen_corbeill|Karen Corbeill]] +
-  * Treasurer:Bill Blondeau +
-  * Secretary: Timm Murray +
-  * Director at Large: Ken Barker+
  
  
 The makerspace has **Area Champions** 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.
-  * CNC/Fab Lab:  James Pittman +  * For a listing of current Area Championsvisit the [[leadership|Leadership page]]. 
-  * Wood Shop: Ben RodgersKen Barker +
-  * Metal Shop: Mike Rousonelos +
-  * Electronics:  Timm Murray +
-  * Craft Meadow:  Dawn Chute +
-  * Tool Crib: James Pittman +
-  * Co-working Rental Space: Karen Corbeill +
-  * Vending: Karen Corbeill+
  
  
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   - Do not give out any key fobs for the doors without receiving payment first!   - Do not give out any key fobs for the doors without receiving payment first!
     - First month's payment may be prorated. Calculation:($50/days of current month*days left in month)     - First month's payment may be prorated. Calculation:($50/days of current month*days left in month)
-  - Collect a $5 key deposit+  - Collect a $5 keyfob deposit
   - After payment, create a new door key fob and give to the new maker    - After payment, create a new door key fob and give to the new maker 
   - Enter the new maker's information into the Membership CRM on Google Docs   - Enter the new maker's information into the Membership CRM on Google Docs
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 ==== Glossary ====  ==== Glossary ==== 
  
-Confused by all the words people are throwing around? Take a peek at our Glossary of Terms to help decipher any unfamiliar verbiage.+Confused by all the words people are throwing around? Take a peek at our [[Glossary of Terms|Glossary of Terms]] to help decipher any unfamiliar verbiage.
  
 ====Closeout Procedure ==== ====Closeout Procedure ====
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 When leaving, let others know you’re leaving. If you’re the last one out, follow the closing up procedures posted by the door or on the wiki. When leaving, let others know you’re leaving. If you’re the last one out, follow the closing up procedures posted by the door or on the wiki.
  
-   *Make sure upstairs window is closed. +   *Make sure giant overhead door is closed and padlocked (on right-side track of door).
-   *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+   *Ensure back (human) door is locked
-   *Turn off overhead lights. (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 in shopShop light switches are located near the back door or on the wall just south of the double doors in the shop. 
-   *Flip sign on door to read “Closed”+   *Turn off the fans. (turn counterclockwise til it clicks.) Knob located on the wall just south of the double doors in the shop. 
-   *Make sure the main door is locked behind you (push button on inside handle)+   *Turn off all lights in clean room. Light switches by front door. Unplug decorative lighting if necessary
 +   *Flip down "Open Shop" switch if it is currently functional and on
 +   *Make sure all guests are gone
 +   *Make sure the main door is locked behind you. 
  
  
    *Winter:     *Winter: 
      *Make sure propane heater is off (at tank)      *Make sure propane heater is off (at tank)
-     *Electric heaters are away from flammables, but on. +     *Thermostat is set to 60 deg.
-     *Until whole-room furnace is turned on, keep door to gallery propped open.+
  
  
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   * Minors must have a Minor Consent Form signed by their parent or guardian prior to entering the space.   * Minors must have a Minor Consent Form signed by their parent or guardian prior to entering the space.
   * Minors must also have an adult present as legal or acting guardian.   * Minors must also have an adult present as legal or acting guardian.
 +  * Minors must be supervised by parent or acting guardian during visits.
  
 ==== Events ====  ==== Events ==== 
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        *Laser Cutter ($10 per laser hour, i.e. while the laser is active)        *Laser Cutter ($10 per laser hour, i.e. while the laser is active)
        * Vinyl Cutter ($2 per sq ft)        * Vinyl Cutter ($2 per sq ft)
-       *Welder (approximate amount of wire, gas, or tips used and pay accordingly)+       *Welder (approximate amount of wire, gas, or tips used and pay accordingly. About $5 per hour.) 
 +           *a tank of gas =~$75, 2 lb spool of wire=~$18 
        *3D printers (TBD)        *3D printers (TBD)
   * If you break a saw blade, a sewing machine needles, etc., please replace the item or notify a Board member. You are not required to replace these, but it is appreciated.   * If you break a saw blade, a sewing machine needles, etc., please replace the item or notify a Board member. You are not required to replace these, but it is appreciated.
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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 strutsper 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 in the upstairs room. Each member gets about 1 large storage tub of space(about 2'x 2'x 2'). If you occupy a storage space, it must be labelled with your name and contact info.  
-  * 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. +  * Items belonging to a former member should be removed from the space before the first of the month after their membership is suspended or terminated. After that date, any items belonging to a former member may be disposed of at the discretion of the Board. 
  
  
 ==== Parking Your Project ==== ==== Parking Your Project ====
  
-If a member has a personal project that won't fit in their storage area, but is difficult to transport back and forth from home, they may ask the Board for a "Parking Permit" If approved, they can store their project in a public area (ideally in a corner of the floor space, not on public tables or workbenches) for up to 14 days.  +If a member has a personal project that won't fit in their storage area, but is difficult to transport back and forth from home, they may ask Board member for a "Parking Permit" If approved, they can store their project in a public area (ideally in a corner of the floor space, not on public tables or workbenches) for up to 30 days.  
  
 The stored project should have a completed "Parking Permit" attached visibly to it.  This indicates who owns the project, their contact phone/email, and the date the permit expires.  When the Parking Permit expires, the member must either apply for a new one or immediately remove the property from The Bodgery. The stored project should have a completed "Parking Permit" attached visibly to it.  This indicates who owns the project, their contact phone/email, and the date the permit expires.  When the Parking Permit expires, the member must either apply for a new one or immediately remove the property from The Bodgery.
  
-Members are permitted to leave a project out with a Parking Permit for up to **3 days**, but project must have member's name, email/phone number, date project was placed, and date project will be removed. If project is still present past remove date, other members may do with it as they will. This clause is to allow for paint/glue drying, time required to acquire sustenance, or taking short breaks between working on it.+Members are permitted to leave a project out without a Parking Permit for up to **3 days**, but project must have member's name, email/phone number, date project was placed, and date project will be removed. If project is still present past remove date, other members may do with it as they will. This clause is to allow for paint/glue drying, time required to acquire sustenance, or taking short breaks between working on it.
  
  
 ==== Abandoned Property ====  ==== Abandoned Property ==== 
  
-Member property that is not stored completely in their storage space, or does not have a parking permit attached will be considered abandoned.  Abandoned items will be moved to the Abandoned Property Area for 2 weeks, after which they will be repurposed, recycled or thrown out.+Member property that is not stored completely in their storage space, or does not have a parking permit attached will be considered abandoned. 
  
 +If **any member** finds a project or property that is abandoned, they may place a **Parking Ticket** on the item, take a photo of the item, and post the photo with item description and location to the member mailing list. The owner has 7 days to remove or make arrangements of removal of the item. After the 7 day grace period, abandoned items may be moved (by anyone)to the Boneyard if it has been established, or the item may be repurposed, recycled or thrown out.
 +
 +//Note: It is wise to label with your name anything personal you bring to and use in the space. Accidents happen and everyone forgets things occasionally. To maintain ownership of your property, please label accordingly.//
 ==== Dues Payment ====  ==== Dues Payment ==== 
  
-**Membership** is currently $50/month, and **includes** a key for **24/7 access to the space**, **storage space** for your projects/materials/personal tools, ability to **host guests and events**, access to the **knowledge and experience** of the membership, **and voting rights** on community decisions.  Plus, you're helping support this effort to provide making experiences to anyone interested in the Madison area.+**Membership** is currently $50/month
 + 
 +**Co-working Space**: The (4) rental spaces in the Co-working Space range from $150-175/mo and include a membership.
  
 //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 (locked box on wall in the lounge) or given to our Treasurer in person+  * Cash or check deposited in the Drop Box (red box to the right of the Co-working Space door in the shop) 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 treasurer, Bill Blondeau.
  
 **Payments are due the 1st of each month.** **Payments are due the 1st of each month.**
-  * If dues are not paid by the end of the day on the 1st, key fobs/door codes will automatically be disabled.+  * If dues are not paid by the end of the day on the 1st, key fobs/door codes may automatically be disabled.
   * If dues are still not paid by the end of the day on the 7th, memberships will be suspended.   * If dues are still not paid by the end of the day on the 7th, memberships will be suspended.
-  * Suspended members must reapply for membership by completing a new application form.+  * Any member that has been suspended for 30 days or more must reapply for membership by completing a new application form. 
 + 
 +==== Member Privileges ====  
 +All members have these rights and privileges: 
 + 
 +   *A key giving 24/7 access to the building. 
 +   *Access to all tools and training. 
 +   *The right to host up to 10 guests alone or infinite guests with another member present. 
 +   *May host classes or events in the space. (Please check with event coordinator for availability) 
 +   *An approximately 2' x 2' x 2' area for member storage. 
 +   *Use of the 3400 sq ft facility to build projects. 
  
 ==== Maintenance ==== ==== Maintenance ====
  
   * The Bodgery has no staff and has no cleaning service.    * The Bodgery has no staff and has no cleaning service. 
-  * Each member is responsible for cleaning up after themselves and helping in maintaining the space. +  * Each member is responsible for cleaning up after themselves and helping to maintain the space. 
-  * Cleaning supplies and trash bags can be found in the metal cabinet in the Lounge+  * Cleaning supplies and trash bags are on the shelves next to the stairs
-  * Trash and Recycling dumpsters are located at the back of the parking lot.+  * The Bodgery has 1 Trash and Recycling bin. Trash pickup is on Wednesdays so trash and recycling should go out every Tuesday night.
     *Every member is responsible for taking out the trash and recycling.     *Every member is responsible for taking out the trash and recycling.
-  * The sink in the shop drains out of the building by being pumped upwards.  +  * Please use the shop sink for any heavy duty cleaning. The bathroom sink should only be used for light cleaning. 
-    *Do not put any solids down this drain+  * Wash any and all dishes and utensils you use. There is a drying rack in the kitchen for cleaned items. They may be put away in the drawers and cabinets when dry
-    *There is trap located under the covered shop sink with a filter that should be washed weekly to prevent water from backing up and flooding+  If the bathroom looks gross, please clean it. 
-  * The thermostat can be found to the right of the Gallery door, behind the water heater+  * If the floors look dirty, please sweep (and mop if necessary). 
-  * 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+  * Pick up any trash and throw it away
-  * 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**+  If trash can is full, take out the bag and place it in the large trash bin. Please put a new trash bag in the trash can
 +  * The thermostat can be found...somewhere. We should find that thing
 +  * In hot temperatures, it helps to open the clean room door and the large bay door and turn on a large fan in front of each door to help circulate air
 +  * In cold temperatures, the warehouse thermostat should be set to 55. 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 ====
  
-  * 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 first aid kits located around the shop and in the bathroom. 
-  * There are two fire extinguishers in the shopone in the welding area and one near the laser cutter+  * There [will be] two fire extinguishers in the shop and one in the clean room. Look for large red marks.  
-  * 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.+  * Emergency contact information can be found for a member in the "Completed Member Forms" in the filing cabinet at the top of the stairs.
  
  
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 ==== 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.  It is stored on the library shelves+  * The Bodgery has a projector available for member use. It may be used for classes, meet ups, events, or personal entertainment.  
-  * 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 permanent projector screen on the south wall of the clean room. There are also two other portable projector screens currently kept in the craft area: one with a stand, one without. 
 +  * The craft area has a TV setup with a DVD player for your viewing pleasure
 +  * There is a sound system with speakers throughout the space. The receiver is located in the craft area. It may be setup for radio, possibly with a Roku for youtube and Pandora streaming. An auxiliary cable can be hooked up to play mobile devices. 
  
 ==== Web Presence ====  ==== Web Presence ==== 
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