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Cleaned-Up Meeting Minutes

Membership Meeting Minutes – September 23, 2023

1. Community Updates - Members gathered to share project ideas, upcoming events, and general updates. - Halloween decoration builds are being planned; materials like foam are being collected. - Firecraft members donated advanced knitting machines to the space, prompting workspace reorganization.
2. Training and Equipment Use - Vinyl cutting class scheduled for September 21. - New tools like the Bambu X1 Carbon 3D printer are being introduced with training. - Members encouraged to take part in hands-on learning and pass on skills.
3. Makerspace Culture - Emphasis on community involvement, learning, and inclusivity. - Encouragement for members to explore new tools, contribute to classes, and support fellow makers.
4. Organizational News - The makerspace is nearing financial equilibrium with ~$26,000 in the bank. - Weekly events (Fiber Night, Game Night) are ongoing and popular. - Student EPICS project teams from UT Dallas are working on a kiosk system for member interaction and ticketing.
5. Leadership and Volunteer Roles - Call for new area hosts and volunteers for key facilities (laser, woodshop, 3D printing, etc.). - Facilities Coordinator Tim is stepping down due to increased commitments.
6. Software and Membership System - Demo of new billing and member portal using Stripe and DocuSeal. - Transition from WHMCS planned before January 2024. - Enhanced user experience and improved administrative efficiency anticipated.
7. Community Engagement and Planning - Members encouraged to suggest and start new events and workshops. - Robotics, embedded systems, woodworking, and other interests discussed. - Emphasis on volunteering, maintaining shared spaces, and collaborative development.
8. Closing Remarks - Discussion on growing the space, maintaining inclusivity, and improving infrastructure. - Continued push for involvement and accountability within the community.

Meeting Summary

Summary of Membership Meeting – September 23, 2023

• Members shared project ideas and discussed Halloween builds.
• New knitting machines donated; workspace reorganization underway.
• Vinyl cutting class set for September 21; new 3D printer training upcoming.
• Makerspace nearing financial equilibrium (~$26k in funds).
• Weekly events (Fiber Night, Game Night) ongoing.
• UT Dallas EPICS students working on a member kiosk system.
• Calls for new area hosts and volunteers; Facilities Coordinator stepping down.
• Stripe-based billing system demoed; full migration expected before 2024.
• Members encouraged to start events, maintain equipment, and help grow the space.