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Clubs at PS:1 have existed almost as long as PS:1 itself has existed. Clubs arise as a corollary of the [[Membership_agreement#Guests|Membership Agreement section on Guests]] and the foundational concept of [[Just_Fucking_Do_It|JFDI]], and are governed by [[Be excellent to each other|Be Excellent to Each Other]], the [[Membership agreement|Membership Agreement]], and the [[Board Policy on Events]]. | Clubs at PS:1 have existed almost as long as PS:1 itself has existed. Clubs arise as a corollary of the [[Membership_agreement#Guests|Membership Agreement section on Guests]] and the foundational concept of [[Just_Fucking_Do_It|JFDI]], and are governed by [[Be excellent to each other|Be Excellent to Each Other]], the [[Membership agreement|Membership Agreement]], and the [[Board Policy on Events]]. | ||
== What is a Club == | == What is a Club? == | ||
Some typical examples of clubs are groups that meet weekly, every other week, or monthly, are [[Beer Church]], [[NERP]], and [https://toool.us/ Toool]. For the purposes of Pumping Station: One, the definition of Club is vaguely defined intentionally. ''A '''Club''' is any group that has regular '''Club Events''', whose attendance is usually three people or more, and includes at least one member of PS:1 as a participant.'' A Club Event can be a shared work session, an in-person meeting, an off-site activity, or a group teleconferencing session. | Some typical examples of clubs are groups that meet weekly, every other week, or monthly, are [[Beer Church]], [[NERP]], and [https://toool.us/ Toool]. For the purposes of Pumping Station: One, the definition of Club is vaguely defined intentionally. ''A '''Club''' is any group that has regular '''Club Events''', whose attendance is usually three people or more, and includes at least one member of PS:1 as a participant.'' A Club Event can be a shared work session, an in-person meeting, an off-site activity, or a group teleconferencing session. | ||
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While most clubs don't require more than a space to meet, some clubs require designated space or funding. These are two sub-categories of clubs: Area Clubs and Boosted Clubs. | While most clubs don't require more than a space to meet, some clubs require designated space or funding. These are two sub-categories of clubs: Area Clubs and Boosted Clubs. | ||
== What is an Area Club == | === What is an Area Club? === | ||
[[Beer Church]], Wood Turning Club, and Photography Club are examples of Area Clubs. Clubs that require reserved or designated space within an Area Host's control require permission from the Area Host to operate. The expectations for their continued existence are based on whatever agreements are reached between the Club and the Area Host. Area Hosts may also choose to fund these clubs from their budget. There is an expectation that these clubs are thematically appropriate to their area, so Photography is appropriate for Arts, Beer Church's [[Beer_Church#Brewing_Station:_One | Brewing Station: One]] is appropriate for the Kitchen, and Wood Turning is appropriate for Woodshop. '''''Area Clubs''' are Clubs that use only Area Resources and operate under the supervision of an Area Host''. So Area Hosts can offer space and limited funding. Alternatively, Area Hosts can direct Clubs seeking space in their Area to become Boosted Clubs. | [[Beer Church]], Wood Turning Club, and Photography Club are examples of Area Clubs. Clubs that require reserved or designated space within an Area Host's control require permission from the Area Host to operate. The expectations for their continued existence are based on whatever agreements are reached between the Club and the Area Host. Area Hosts may also choose to fund these clubs from their budget. There is an expectation that these clubs are thematically appropriate to their area, so Photography is appropriate for Arts, Beer Church's [[Beer_Church#Brewing_Station:_One | Brewing Station: One]] is appropriate for the Kitchen, and Wood Turning is appropriate for Woodshop. '''''Area Clubs''' are Clubs that use only Area Resources and operate under the supervision of an Area Host''. So Area Hosts can offer space and limited funding. Alternatively, Area Hosts can direct Clubs seeking funding and space in their Area to become Boosted Clubs. | ||
== What is a Boosted Club == | === What is a Boosted Club? === | ||
Clubs and Area Clubs are new names for existing practices. Boosted Clubs are a new framework invented in 2024 and established by vote in 2025. | |||
[[Cycle station one|Cycle Station: One]], Renegade Recycling, and [[Power Racing Team]] are examples of Boosted Clubs. '''''Boosted Clubs''' are Clubs that receive more resources from Pumping Station: One, and meet higher expectations when it comes to participation, accountability, and transparency''. Boosted Clubs can be granted their own budget, and use reserved or designated space even if it is not assigned to an Area Host. The Host of a Boosted club may also be granted free membership. With permission, Boosted Clubs can use reserved or designated space within an Area Host's Area. They can also use space owned by Pumping Station: One that is not currently assigned to an Area Host. Boosted Clubs can be established by vote, but they can also be established by the Board. They are expected to report their activity to the Secretary to maintain their status as Boosted Clubs. | |||
If a Boosted Club fails to meet its reporting requirements or its participation levels fall below the expected baseline, it may loose its Boosted status and become a Club, and have the privileges rescinded. Boosted Clubs that demonstrate growing attendance and high participation may request more resources from the Board. If a Boosted Club demonstrates continuous activity, high member participation, and good use of resources, it may be transformed into an Area by Board Vote. | |||
== Starting a Club == | == Starting a Club == | ||
If you are a member, you probably do not need anyone's permission to start a Club. Clubs give more reasons for people to join PS:1, and make it more rewarding to be a member. We like clubs, and have resources to help your club achieve its goals. Most clubs start small, with just a few people, meeting regularly for a short period of time. If you need to hold your events in a specific area or use specific tools, you should contact the Area Host in charge of that and get it cleared first. An Area Host can authorize non-members to use tools for the duration of the Club event with appropriate member supervision. If you are expecting a lot of members to attend, and the event will occupy a space for more than a couple of hours, you should also contact the Events Planner. In addition to coordinating events, the Events Planner can arrange food and supplies for your event. | If you are a member, you probably do not need anyone's permission to start a Club. Clubs give more reasons for people to join PS:1, and make it more rewarding to be a member. We like clubs, and have resources to help your club achieve its goals. Most clubs start small, with just a few people, meeting regularly for a short period of time. If you need to hold your events in a specific area or use specific tools, you should contact the Area Host in charge of that and get it cleared first. An Area Host can authorize non-members to use tools for the duration of the Club event with appropriate member supervision. If you are expecting a lot of members to attend, and the event will occupy a space for more than a couple of hours, you should also contact the Events Planner. In addition to coordinating events, the Events Planner can arrange food and supplies for your event. | ||
== Posting to the Calendar == | == Posting to the Calendar == | ||
To put your club's events on the calendar contact the Board Secretary, though a number of people have access to the calendar and can also help you. While posting to the calendar isn't required, it can increase the number of people who attend and prevent events from accidentally overlapping in the same space. | To put your club's events on the calendar contact the Board Secretary, though a number of people have access to the calendar and can also help you. While posting to the calendar isn't required, it can increase the number of people who attend and prevent events from accidentally overlapping in the same space. | ||
