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Re: IOLTC Update
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Sun, 4 Mar 2001 04:59:16 GMT
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Eric Kingsley wrote:
> In lugnet.trains.org, Kevin Loch writes:
> > In lugnet.trains.org, Mike Walsh writes:
> > > I suspect that 99% of the communication on the lists will be related to
> > > working out issues with GATS, Greenburg, or some other show promoter.
> >
> > Huh? You have to be kidding. In every train show that WAMALUG has
> > participated in, the promoter *begged* us to put up a display. There
> > have never been any issues that I am aware of. Is such a group necessary?
> > Is it even desiarable, considering the variety of train club styles,
> > organization and participation? We do train shows because it's a great way
> > to focus building and encourage group interaction. The show itself is
> > actually secondary.
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> Well the one thing I would like to know is how much other clubs (especially
> those that participate in Greenberg) get for honorariums. We (NELUG) have also
> been begged to do these shows and I seriously wonder if we are getting an
> honorarium that is commencerate with the number of people we pull in.
>
> That is the only thing I can think of.
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> >
> > Since there doesn't appear to be any real reason for such an umbrella
> > group, and since LD appears to be involved, I have to wonder what's really
> > going on. We all know that LD has been very generous in donating supplies
> > for train shows. This is good for everyone because train shows are
> > an incredible marketing opportunity for LEGO. If they expect something
> > else in return, or a more formal relationship with the train clubs, they
> > should come right out and say so.
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> I would have to agree. It seems to be unclear as to LD's involvement. One
> post seems to suggest that this was their Idea and then another post says that
> it wasn't their idea at all.
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> I really don't want to stir the pot but facts make all the difference in the
> world. What I would really like to know is if...
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> 1. LD is aware (formally) of this new group and if so what do they expect from
> it. (This would be a good point for LD to step up to the plate with an
> answer).
I'm sure LD is aware of it (they *do* read LUGNet), but why would anyone assume
that they would have anything to do with it? They have nothing to do with it.
The IOLTC will approach LD as an org to discuss ways that TLC can support LTCs
doing train shows, but that's about it.
> 2. What, if anything, does LD expect in return for involvement.
LD doesn't expect *anything*. They understand the wide exposure LTCs give LEGO
and LEGO trains when LTCs exhibit at train shows. They think it's great, and they
want to support the efforts of LTCs. That's it.
> Please don't kill me for this. I just want to know all the facts. If it is as
> simple as "there was a missunderstanding" and this is just a very informal
> group then please let me know. I just want to know LDs involvement so our
> group can make an informed decision as to whether this is a good idea or not.
Just curious. How would LD's involvement make the IOLTC such a rotten venture?
-John
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> Eric Kingsley
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 | | Re: IOLTC Update
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| John Neal wrote in message <3AA1CB7A.833172CD@u...st.net>... (...) assume (...) it. This is why (quoting from teh first message in this thread, by Mike Walsh): (...) This statement needs to be either stated to be wrong (please!) or explained (...) (24 years ago, 4-Mar-01, to lugnet.trains.org)
| | | Re: IOLTC Update
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| In lugnet.trains.org, John Neal writes: <snip> (...) Well I am sure they are aware of it too but I asked if they were "formally aware" of this group I.E. had a hand in its formation. I get the feeling now that maybe they didn't but I think its (...) (24 years ago, 4-Mar-01, to lugnet.trains.org)
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| (...) Well the one thing I would like to know is how much other clubs (especially those that participate in Greenberg) get for honorariums. We (NELUG) have also been begged to do these shows and I seriously wonder if we are getting an honorarium (...) (24 years ago, 4-Mar-01, to lugnet.trains.org)
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