Science & Sustainability Meeting Agenda

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NEWARK'S SCIENCE & SUSTAINABILITY WORKING GROUP

SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 2012

MEETING AGENDA

Essex County College Cafeteria

1:00pm – 3:00pm

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iyPLH0NOg6nVGJ7kZm_tPGC_vPYmGMiTXj4Ry-dU8xY/edit

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Mission Statement: Taking the approach of social entrepreneurship, Newark's Science and Sustainability Working Group, an autonomous international working group interested in assisting communities throughout the country, will explore the utilization of free, abundant, renewable energy through teach-ins and hands-on training. We will also promote and assist with the creation of community and hydroponic gardens to ensure that the fruits and vegetables grown are fresh and organic.

Facilitator: Volunteer needed
Minutes taken by: Volunteer needed
Stack taker: Volunteer needed

INTRODUCTION

• If there’s a small gathering, briefly introduce new people and allow the group to introduce themselves as well.

• Quickly go over hand signals. The hand signals help eliminate interruptions and allow communication within the meeting to flow more smoothly.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Report backs

--Reflections - comments, concerns regarding our previous solar technology teach-in

--Reflections - comments, concerns regarding our Genesis Farm trip

• Website created (Monica)

            --content, images, updates, etc.    

                                                                                                                          
PROPOSALS

• Community Garden

--Location(s) and review photos
--What will we grow?
--What technology will we use?
--Partnering up with other organizations and community organizers

OPEN FLOOR

• Brief tech meeting following general meeting