Area 51 notes – June 24, 2010

Present:  M. Roy, T. Simpkins, J. Rehbach, S. Sax, M. Lynch, M. Backus, D. Bernier

The Education and Training Team submitted a proposal to clarify/modify the teams’ charge.  This proposal was discussed, noting some suggestions which the sponsor will bring back to the team.

The agenda for the next Managers meeting (July 8th) was prepared. Topics will be goal setting, strategic direction and stakeholders.

New Employees – At the July 21st All Staff meeting, new LIS employees will be introduced.  The second half of the meeting will be dedicated to new employee orientation.  Additionally, new employees and their managers will be invited to an AD meeting to discuss strategic planning, the LIS organizational structure and provide an introduction to LIS Teams.

Google Apps Evaluations – draft outlines need to be posted by July 1st and presentation dates need to be selected.  Mike R would like to submit a blog post early in July giving details about these presentations

Annual Report – AD’s have agreed to post annual report content by August 1st.

The transition of responsibilities when Jeff Rehbach retires was discussed.  Some items discussed were banner time approvals and proxy, IT strategic plan, disaster recovery documents, handbook responsibilities and DMCA.

Change Management Proposals – these proposals were reviewed prior to this meeting.  Process changes were discussed and the proposal template needs some modification.  Time sensitive issues need to be clearly noted.


The VPN proposal was approved, while the Exchange proposal still needs some additional information before approval is granted.  A meeting will be arranged to discuss with appropriate individuals.

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