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3) Discussion of the idea of forming MAB subgroups with the following themes:
- Member relations Member Relations - sample topics include --> benefits of membership (such as providing additional statitistics to member institutions), strategies for promoting libraries/research laboratories role in arXiv sustainability to scientists, raising additional funds in order to lowering the current tier structure or supporting R&D projects, communication with members and scientists about arXiv, assessment of the current sustainability model, etc.
- Publisher and society relations Collaboration with Publishers and Societies --> moving our initial meeting recommendations to action, please see the September 2011 planning meeting summary with a group of publisher and society representatives
- Research and development agenda for arXiv Development Agenda --> moving beyond the current operational model to advance innovationa strategic plan for arXiv's further development and innovation, setting R&D priorities, assessing collaboration opportunities