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• Two MAB reps sit on the SAB, and vice-versa. Group agrees it is very helpful to have both perspectives represented.
• Scientific Director position was approved by SAB on 9/16. Position description link.
  • SAB adopted its bylaws on 9/16 and elected a chair.

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Summary: Keep the existing tier model through the next few years and not create a new group of users*;* MAB supports a give-button if it is done thoughtfully. We need a way to recognize contributors that is not tied to usage. Also, are contributions from societies and agencies are driven by a political or mission statement?

Reserve Fund Policy

• Link to reserve policy proposal
• Scientific Director was not budgeted and we are hoping to fund it using reserve funds for 2013. Ideally we will get to a reserve of $300,000 by CY17.
• Two policies using the reserve fund: operating funds for emergencies; and, development funds to support special projects, like scientific directors.
  

Summary: MAB approved reserve fund policy 9/17

Scientific Director

• SD position is budgeted for *.*4 FTE to help with benefits scenario. Ginsburg wants to transfer away from day-to-day, but will still be engaged in SAB (and other moderation tasks).
• This is an interim of 1-2 years.

•   Hiring process will follow Cornell HR policies. Input from MAB and SAB will be sought.
• The scientific director position may allow Cornell to rethink the amount of time that other roles' (user support, etc.) contribute to support arXiv. Unsure at this point if this person become the 'face' of arXiv.

Summary: MAB approved 9/17 

Development Effort

• The board approved the modification of CY 14 IT staffing from 1.5 FTE to 2.5 FTE

arXiv User Survey 

• The idea of sending out a survey – surveys are overused
• Generally speaking, most scientists seem to be very happy with arXiv – no need for bells and whistles) Keep arXiv simple – this is what librarians are hearing from their scientists
• Post a simplified version of your roadmap online and use an app to engage users ranking it – good to get feedback but don't set expectations high as arXiv is not in a position to assess and implement ideas expressed
• Can you create a discussion forum for scientists and libraries interested in arXiv and use this as a feedback channel
  

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