IMPORTANT REMINDER TO CHAPTER REGISTRARS and VOLUNTEER GENIES: On January 24, 2014, the National genealogy staff posted an announcement that beginning February 1, 2014, applications must be submitted on the newest level of the application software, a writable pdf version … Continue reading
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Mission Membership – April 2014
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MEMBER-AT-LARGE APPLICATIONS – IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Important Information – MAL Applications in California Member-At-Large (MAL) Applications completed in California for new members who wish to hold this type of membership in DAR are handled in a special way in California. Please review the following California procedures … Continue reading
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What are the Qualities of a Good Leader?
Many members attended the Leadership Workshops presented at council meetings during the last two years. Here is more information to help those in chapter, district, and State leadership positions understand some of the qualities of a good leader. There are … Continue reading
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Meet the Officers-Elect Luncheons
Now that state conference is over and the officers for the next administration have been elected, it is time to mark your calendars for the Meet the Officers-Elect Luncheons. The Northern Meet the Officers-Elect Luncheon will be on April 26th: … Continue reading
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LAST CALL – RSVP FOR LUNCH WITH THE BEES AT UC DAVIS
Reservations for the Lunch with the Bees event at UC Davis should be received by no later than Friday, March 14, at noon. Registration is now only available on the CSSDAR WebStore at: https://webstores.activenetwork.com/school-software/california_state_soc/ To view the registration form with … Continue reading
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PROCEDURE FOR ELECTION OF THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE AND ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR CHAPTERS AND DISTRICTS
The State Society has received several questions from chapters, districts, and members, regarding the rules for nominating committees and election of officers. Following are the rules with references where you may find these rules. References: Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly … Continue reading
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MISSION MEMBERSHIP – March 2014
After eight State Registrar’s Workshops and thousands of miles traveled during this term, your Chapter Development and Revitalization Commission is happy to report that approximately 300 Daughters joined us this term to learn about Membership Teams, e-Membership, utilizing starter applications, … Continue reading
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Annual Reports
State Conference is rapidly approaching and with it the due date for your annual reports. Please send your report to the state recording secretary on or before March 1, 2014. Instructions for preparation can be found on the CSSDAR Members’ … Continue reading
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Guidelines for Photo Usage
DAR members are not required to sign a permission form allowing their photos to be published, however, it is safest to have all members sign one to be filed with the chapter records. If a member leaves the Society, she … Continue reading
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Notice of Passing of Honorary State Regent Lola M. Lawson
It is with a great deal of sadness that I report the passing of Honorary State Regent Lola M. Lawson. Lola’s family reports that she died peacefully today, February 13, 2014. Lola joined DAR in 1965 and was a 49 … Continue reading
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Cameo Club – Notice of Posting of Proposed Revised Bylaws
For members of the California Cameo Club: Notice is given that a proposed revision to the bylaws will be voted upon at the annual meeting of the California Cameo Club to be held on Thursday, March 6, 2014, at the … Continue reading
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STATE CONFERENCE REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS ARE ONLINE
Dear Chapter Regents, District Directors, and Committee Chairs: The 2014 State Conference reporting instructions are now available on the CSSDAR Members’ website. On the main page, just click on the State Conference link and you will see a list of … Continue reading
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2014 State Conference Credentials REMINDER
This a reminder that Credentials Forms for 2014 State Conference are due and MUST be postmarked by February 1. The Chapter Conference Credentials Form is available on the CSSDAR Members’ website on the State Conference link (main page). Complete the … Continue reading
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Which Council Meeting Should a Chapter Attend?
Recently, the state organizing secretary received several questions from chapters concerning attendance at council meetings. Some were not sure which council location they needed to attend: North or South? All chapter members are encouraged to attend council meetings, either Northern … Continue reading
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Clarification for Supplemental Credit for a New Patriot or Different Child of an Existing Patriot
New rules have been announced from the national chairman of the Volunteer Genealogists Committee, Diane Brannum Hamill, for submitting a supplemental application for a new patriot or different child of an existing patriot. These rules pertain to giving credit to … Continue reading