Hey guys, you're getting ahead of us here - there's no firm decision on attendance yet - all I said was that it seemed like a good idea and that I wanted to know what everyones thoughts are about that idea. It was one of the rules used at a previous meet, and we need to start discussing more factors relating to the event here - that's why I mentioned it. Sorry if I gave the wrong impression.
@Parrots, please don't feel excluded! You are a prime example of how unfair that system can be. Perhaps an alternative solution would be for attendees to bring a formal photo ID such as their passport which can be exchanged for your name badge on arrival, and swapped back when you want to leave the venue. I would much rather use a system like that. The last thing anybody wants is to have good, contributing members unfairly excluded.
What do you all think about this thorny issue, and what sort of safety measures could be taken to keep entrance - and exit! - as fair and as secure as possible while allowing people like Parrots to attend?
Incidentally, just so it's absolutely clear:- Although there are occasions when executive decisions must be made, we really want the decision-making process to be as transparent and inclusive as possible. So, instead of the 4 "committee members" making all the decisions privately, this thread is where we want everyone to debate and help make as many of the decisions as possible. So, in that theme, I would like to ask (again!) for everyone to post suggestions and debate the issues here please
I hope that cleared up any confusion and made everyone feel welcome.
