The Libertarian National Committee met 13-14 October 2001 in Atlanta, GA.
The Chair made brief remarks, including comments on the world situation.
The Treasurer reported on the Party's financial condition, including the recent shortfalls in revenue, cashing in of reserve CDs, progress in paying off past-due accounts payable, and prospects for revenue levels in the future. New policies proposed by the Treasurer were approved, including a new reserve requirement to take effect in the second half of 2002, and a new liquidity requirement to take effect at the beginning of 2002.
The National Director reported on headquarters activities and responded to questions. Topics included recent fundraising appeals, statements on issues relating to the 11 September attack, candidate recruiting, office remodeling, and funding for the Michigan ballot drive. There was discussion of membership renewal statistics, an apparently exaggerated press report that a state affiliate was considering disaffiliation, an erroneous claim in a state fundraising appeal about fundraising problems during the Gulf War, and the policy for scheduling of mailings by organizations which rent the mailing list.
New procedures were adopted to improve the recording of disclosures made by LNC members and staff concerning potential conflicts of interest.
There was extensive discussion of issues arising from the strategic planning effort. Results of the recent fundraising letter survey on this subject were reported. LNC members reported on feedback from the affiliate parties. The Director outlined proposed increases in headquarters staff. Several LNC members agreed to "champion" various strategies. The staff was directed to present a proposed budget for 2002, intended to achieve the "metrics" recommended by the SPT at the August meeting, by 10 November.
There was discussion of questions which had arisen out of previous actions relating to "the Willis matter". It was decided not to do business with American Liberty Foundation until the people in a position of responsibility have complied with the Chair's requests for information and complied with the resolution adopted in August calling for them to denounce Willis' actions. It was decided that Art Matsko / LiamWorks should be treated normally, without repercussions from this matter. It was decided that the LNC will reconsider participation in the proposed lawsuit against the FEC if asked again to join.
A committee was appointed to make recommendations concerning the compensation and job description of the Director, performance evaluation procedures, and a staff bonus plan. An updated contract for the Director, running until the beginning of August 2002, was approved.
A resolution concerning U.S. military action and the "War on Terrorism" was adopted.
The next meeting is scheduled for 8-9 December in the Washington, DC area. It was decided to hold the following meeting 16-17 March in Denver.
Note: This is only a summary of the meeting, and is not intended to be relied upon as a complete record of business.