PS About the Europatreffen - I have started an Event Topic about it. Last time nobody seemed to know who else was going and perhaps it wasn't advertised enough on here to encourage others to go. Generally I think people need to know a few months beforehand so they can factor it into their holiday plans?

Also, I think it is good, if not a requirement for at least 1 director to attend? I believe you do get info from the European committee sent to you? We have had 2 european events in GB which were well organised and very successful, and though we may not be planning to do so again (for a while), we still need to be in the loop?

[ 10-12-2009: Message edited by: White Jacket Man ]

From what I have understood to be the case, in order for the TPC (or any other Tall club) to continue to be allowed to have our members attend European club events, we need to be present at the Euro meeting to see what is going on, the budget for conventions (yes, it's financial) vote on future conventions and matters arising from events, etc, etc....

In many ways it's just a courtesy by us (or any other club) to show our interest in continuing association. But ie. if they agree not to have english translation for websites and programme notes then we can't complain because we weren't there to vote/argue against it....

I don't believe it is a requirement for Directors to go. Of course, it would be good if one of us could. However, if someone wants to go in our place, you should contact us and let us know.

I just recall that the 'Euro meeting' had some authority for budgetary purposes, future events, etc... and it is was necessary for some representation by club officials?

If not, fine! A real difficulty is that the meeting is generally performed in german....except the 'open' meeting at Luxembourg 2000.

I think it's just better that we portray a 'united front' as a group? At least we know all the UK people going!

[ 22-12-2009: Message edited by: White Jacket Man ]

The Europatreffen is now presented in both English and Germanian