[OSGeo-Conf] conference web site/ software

[Cameron Shorter]

Andrew did suggest teleconference lines, but I also have the problem of 
not having a local number to call.
If we have less than the (10? skype max) then I suggest that we use 
skype along with irc://freenode.net#osgeo as a backchannel.

On 17/09/2012 8:09 PM, Vasile Craciunescu wrote:
> Hello,
>
> I'm interested. Is there a possibility to connect via Skype? At that 
> time I'll be at home where I don't have a land line anymore.
>
> Best,
> Vasile
>
> On 9/17/12 12:27 PM, Jachym Cepicky wrote:
>> I suggest, Vasile join's the conversation too - they might be organizing
>> FOSS4G-CEE 2013 next year
>>
>> I do not know, if they are interested, but possibly yes
>>
>> Jachym
>>
>> Dne 15.9.2012 14:15, Cameron Shorter napsal(a):
>>> On 15/09/12 10:34, Andrew Ross wrote:
>>>> On 09/14/2012 03:56 PM, Cameron Shorter wrote:
>>>>> On 15/09/12 01:05, Andrew Ross wrote:
>>>>>>> I expect that FOSS4G events would not gain much by handing over
>>>>>>> complete control to Eclipse. It would be desirable to continue to
>>>>>>> make use of our OSGeo volunteers who have been doing a great job
>>>>>>> running conferences to date, however it would be good to provide a
>>>>>>> level of backup from an Eclipse staff.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Can you think of specific items that are important in this regard?
>>>>>>
>>>>>> For example, negotiating venue contracts, A/V contracts, catering,
>>>>>> printing, decorating, etc. etc. I'm guessing the organizing
>>>>>> committee would want to be aware and have input but frankly leave
>>>>>> much of the execution work here to staff.
>>>>> Andrew,
>>>>> Yes, that is a reasonable assumption. Most foss4g international
>>>>> events have hired a local Professional Conference Organisor who
>>>>> handled these details.
>>>>> There would be an option for Eclipse to take on a portion of the PCO
>>>>> tasks, probably in conjunction with a local volunteer or PCO.
>>>>>
>>>>> I suggest you float the concept with Eclipse, and get in principle
>>>>> support for the idea, then we can draft up a more detailed proposal
>>>>> with contributions from both Eclipse and the OSGeo Conference 
>>>>> committee.
>>>>>
>>>> Cameron,
>>>>
>>>> I believe as a next step, it is probably worth talking about via. a
>>>> higher bandwidth form of communication to dive into what the concept
>>>> is. I'm happy to lend my conference bridge for the task. Skype might
>>>> work too depending on how many people are involved.
>>>>
>>> Andrew,
>>> I suggest the following timeslot [1] for a meeting to start building a
>>> recommendation for LocationTech engagement in future FOSS4G events.
>>>
>>> I'm hopeful that we can see a representative in this meeting from
>>> upcoming foss4g events, especially foss4g-nottingham and foss4g-na.
>>> David Bitner William and Steven Feldman, will you or someone who can
>>> speak for your LOC be able to make this timeslot?
>>>
>>> If anyone who wishes to attend, and can't make this time, please 
>>> suggest
>>> a different day (or time?)
>>>
>>> [1]
>>> http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/meetingdetails.html?year=2012&month=9&day=20&hour=20&min=0&sec=0&p1=224&p2=75&p3=179&p4=286&p5=136&p6=215&p7=240 
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> San Francisco (U.S.A. - California)    Thursday, 20 September 2012 at
>>> 1:00:00 PM    PDT    UTC-7 hours
>>> Denver (U.S.A. - Colorado)    Thursday, 20 September 2012 at 2:00:00
>>> PM    MDT    UTC-6 hours
>>> New York (U.S.A. - New York)    Thursday, 20 September 2012 at 4:00:00
>>> PM    EDT    UTC-4 hours
>>> Halifax (Canada - Nova Scotia)    Thursday, 20 September 2012 at 
>>> 5:00:00
>>> PM    ADT    UTC-3 hours
>>> London (United Kingdom - England)    Thursday, 20 September 2012 at
>>> 9:00:00 PM    BST    UTC+1 hour
>>> Rome (Italy)    Thursday, 20 September 2012 at 10:00:00 PM CEST
>>>   UTC+2 hours
>>> Sydney (Australia - New South Wales)    Friday, 21 September 2012 at
>>> 6:00:00 AM    EST    UTC+10 hours
>>>
>>
>>
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