SLML Board Proposes Dues Increase

At their January 2005 meeting, the Board of Directors of the St. Louis Medical Librarians voted in favor of proposing an increase in annual dues for membership from $15 to $20. The dues increase will be presented to the membership for a vote at the Annual Business Meeting in June.

Dues for retired and unemployed members will remain $10.

In proposing the increase, several board members pointed to rising fees for teleconferences and programs. There is also concern about up-front expenses that will be incurred in the preparations for MCMLA 2006, which is being hosted by St. Louis.

A detailed explanation outlining specific costs and concerns will be posted on the SLML website by the end of March. Board meeting minutes are also posted on the website. Please take a look and come ready to vote at the June meeting.