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* Denotes, also an AFMS (American Federation of Mineralogical Societies) Position
EFMLS Committees & Awards
Contact the All American Award Chair:
Processes applications from EFMLS member societies entering the AFMS contest. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, click here –> EFMLS Operating Procedures – pg (COMING SOON)
Contact the Annual Auction Chair:
The EFMLS Annual Auction is held in conjunction with the EFMLS Annual Convention and an additional source of funds for Federation general operating expenses. Items auctioned are typically donated by members of the Federation or by dealers at the Regional Show during the Annual Convention. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Annual Directory Chair:
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Audit & Review Committee at:
The Audit & Review Committee conducts an annual audit or review of all documents pertaining to the administration of monetary issues of all offices or committees responsible for the collection, maintaining, or disbursement of funds. Performs other usual and customary duties as may be assigned or prescribed. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact Cyndy at:
Assists neighboring Regional Federation Chairpersons in maintaining good relations between Regional Federations. -per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the BEAC Chair:
The Bulletin Editors’ Advisory Committee assists editors and fosters the publication of local newsletters by way of multiple activities, the most visible of which is the annual Bulletin Editors’ Contest. -per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Bylaws Committee at:
Reviews proposed amendments from Member Societies, the Executive Board, Past President Advisory Council and Bylaws Committee for clarity and compatibility. Suggests changes to proposed amendments when appropriate. Assures that financial implications of proposed amendments are clear and complete and accompany proposed amendment. -per EFMLS Annual Directory
Bylaws Committee shall retain the services of a legal professional (J.D. or Esq.) when reviewing amendments or changes proposed to the committee.
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Communications Office at:
Exploratory committee to determine efficacy of Federation’s primary objective to engage affiliate Societies needs. Contact Communications Committee by email. –per EMFLS Annual Directory (2020)
Contact the Conservation & Legislation Chair:
ConservationLegislation@efmls.org
Purpose is to create an awareness among all Federation members of matters concerning conservation and the environment, and proposed legislation that will affect their interest and activities. -per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Convention Advisory Chair: Cyndy Hummel
919-779-6220
The Convention Advisory Committee processes invitations from local societies wishing to host a Federation Show. -per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Each One Teach One Award Chair: Betsy Oberheim
717-469-2243
Committee honors the efforts of individual Society members who advance the interests of mineralogy and earth sciences through education, time and effort. To be considered for the annual award, individuals must provide services without financial gain. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Eastern Foundation Fund (EFF) Chair: (see Treasurer)
The purpose of this fund is to provide funds which will assure a sound financial basis for present and
future operation of the Federation. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact Andy at:
A pilot program created to promote and preserve access to field collecting sites throughout the Eastern U.S. Go to efmls.org/EFAC for more info. –per EFMLS Annual Directory (2020)
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Eastern Field Trip Alliance (EFTA) Chair:
EFTA@efmls.org
A pilot program to increase and share field collecting opportunities among our affiliate member societies. Go to efmls.org/efta for more info. –per EFMLS Annual Direcctory (2020)
Contact the Endowment Chair:
Raises funds, the interest of which is to be used to offset the expenses incurred by the AFMS. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the History Committee Chair: Alan Holmes
508-331-5492
Keeps all important records and documents of the Federation. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, click here –> EFMLS Operating Procedures
Contact the Acting Insurance Coordinator: David Nock
Arranges for the annual insurance package available to EFMLS Societies. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, click here –> EFMLS Operating Procedures
Contact the Investments Chair:
An exploratory committee to evaluate potential investment vehicles, to seek greater returns to support funding for needed programs. -per EFMLS Annual Directory (2020)
Contact the Legal Advisory Chair:
Assists the President and Executive Board with legal matters. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Librarian/Programs Chair: Janice Kowalski
Maintains and fills request for the extensive EFMLS media library. List of available programs to sign out can be found at efmls.org/library. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Long Range Planning Committee:
Committee studies matters which may impact the future of the Federation. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Nominating Committee Chair: Katie Collins
The Nominating Committee prepares a list of candidates for office for the following year. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
Committee consists of 6 members who serve a 3-year term. For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Operating Procedures Committee:
Initiates and reviews proposed changes to the Operating Procedures Manual and presents them with recommendations to the Executive Board for its vote. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
When requested, advises the chair of the Annual Meeting on parliamentary procedure. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Publications Committee:
An exploratory program to assess the need for additional information resources and potential benefits with Federation outreach. –per EFMLS Annual Directory (2020)
Contact the Rockhound of the Year Chairperson:
“Currently OPEN”
–per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Ellery Borow, 207-547-3154
–per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Supplies Chair: Alan Holmes
The Supplies Committee keeps, maintains and sells EFMLS and AFMS supplies and materials. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Scholarship Chairperson – “Currently OPEN”
Receives donations from EFMLS member Societies and passes these on to AFMS. Letters to donors are written, records are maintained as to the level of participation for each Society. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Uniform Rules Chairperson:
Barbara Sky (AFMS Representative of Eastern)
636-207-8766 mobile: 314-265-7603
The EFMLS representative on the AFMS Uniform Rules Committee assists in formulating the rules used for competitive exhibits and is in charge of AFMS Competition when the EFMLS hosts the AFMS Convention. Oversees the judging and competition of exhibit displays at the EFMLS Convention Regional Show. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Ways & Means Chairperson: Position OPEN
Studies ways and institutes means to raise additional funds for the EFMLS and the AFMS. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Webmaster: Heather Shields
Sets up, maintains, and helps disseminate information about the Federation via the EFMLS Website. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Contact the Website Contest Chairperson: Alison Pacut
Committee conducts an annual competition among affiliate member societies. Entries are also submitted to the AFMS national competition. –per EFMLS Annual Directory
For full position description, see EFMLS Operating Procedures here: COMING SOON
Chair– Steve Weinberger, cscrystals2 at gmail dot com
Wildacres Director– Pamm Bryant, pjbryant6 at juno dot com
Wildacres Registrar– Suzie Milligan, smilligan at stny.rr dot com
Youth Programs*– Betsy Oberheim, Aoberheim3 at comcast dot net
Larry Heath, Chair
CML@efmls.org
* denotes, also an AFMS position