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Hacksburg is a community workshop located in Blacksburg, VA at [https://goo.gl/maps/rCYYGkS5AdnwPMWG9 1872 Pratt Drive], in the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center.

Want to join Hacksburg? Start by reading [http://hacksburg.org/join.html this page]!

= Donations =
We're a registered 501c3 non-profit and love donations! Read more [[donate|here]].

= Events =
===== Recurring Events =====
Weekly meeting every Tuesday 7:30 PM -- feel free to come by for a tour! This meeting is open-to-the-public and followed by an open-to-the-public work session starting at the end of the meeting to whenever the last member leaves.

===== Upcoming Events =====
Make sure to RSVP for events before attending at rsvp@hacksburg.org.
* TBD, email rsvp@hacksburg.org to be notified: [[events/2019/Laser_Cutter_Class|Laser Basics]]
* September 22, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Woodworking 101|Woodworking 101]]
* September 29, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/3D Printing and CAD|Intro to 3D Printing and CAD]]
* October 2, 11:30 AM to 1 PM: [https://www.facebook.com/events/495099304558298/ VT CRC Chili Cook-off] [[events/2019/Chili Cookoff|Hacksburg Plans]]
* October 5, 8 AM to 2 PM: [[events/2019/5th Annual Cider Pressing|Apple Tasting and Cider Demo at Blacksburg Farmers Market]]
* October 6, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/5th Annual Cider Pressing|5th Annual Cider Pressing]]
* October 13, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Costume Hats and Masks|Costume Hats and Masks]]
* October 20, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Costume Prop Weathering|Costume Prop Weathering]]
* October 29, After meeting: [[events/2019/Pumpkin Carving|Pumpkin Carving]]

===== Regional Events =====
* [https://www.facebook.com/nrvtimebank/ NRV Repair Cafe]
** 9 am-3 pm, See website for dates
** Volunteers should arrive at 8 am
** Location: ReStore in Christiansburg
* VTSFFC Picnic
** Saturday, September 14 1-5 PM
** Wong Park, Blacksburg
* Invisifest
** Friday September 20 and Sunday September 21
* [http://roanokeraspberryjam.info Roanoke Raspberry Pi Jam]
** Saturday, September 21 from 10 am-4 pm
** Roanoke South County Library
* [http://tristatesculptors.org/ 41st Annual Tri-State Conference]
** October 3-6
** Radford University and SELU Nature Conservancy
* [https://www.vtrc.vt.edu/engagement/steam.html Roanoke STEAM Day]
** Friday, November 8
** Various Locations in Radford
* [http://icat.vt.edu/sciencefestival/ Virginia Tech Science Festival]
** Saturday, November 16, 2019, 10AM to 4PM
** Moss Arts Center at Virginia Tech

===== Other Events =====
* [[events/Future|Future Events]]
* [[events/Archive|Events Archive]]
* [[events/Ideas|Events Ideas]]

= Tools =
* [[tools/Electronics|Electronics Bench]]
* [[tools/Woodworking|Wood Shop]]
* [[tools/Metalworking|Metal Shop]]
* [[tools/3D_Printing|3D Printing]]
* [[tools/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
* [[tools/Sewing|Sewing corner]]
* [[tools/Computers|Computers, Displays, and internet connectivity]]
* [[Inventory]]
* [[Tool Wishlist]] -- **Please use this set of pages to offer donations or to request tools.**

= Projects =
* [[projects/DIY_CNC_Mill|DIY CNC Mill]]
* [[projects/New_3D_Printer|New 3D printer]]
* [[projects/Vacuum_Former|Vacuum former]]

===== Archived Projects =====
* [[projects/LCBB_Ideas|Ideas for Let's Code Blacksburg Classes]]
* [[projects/Creativity_Ideas|Ideas for Radford Creativity Class]]
* [[projects/The_Search_for_a_3D_Printer|The Search for (and finding of) a 3D Printer]]
* [[projects/Summer_2015_Booth|2015 Summer Booth Project]]

= Administration =
===== Policies =====
* [[policy/Admissions|Admissions]]
* [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]]
* [[policy/Space Rules|Space Rules]]
* [[policy/safety|Safety Policies]]
* [[policy/Events|Event Policies]]
* [[policy/Bylaws|Bylaws]]
** [[policy/Proposed Bylaws Changes 2015-12-01|2015 Proposed Bylaws Changes]]
** [[policy/Bylaws_v1|Bylaws (v1)]]

===== Forms =====
* [[forms/Membership_Application|Membership Application]]
* [[forms/Equipment_Donation|Equipment Donation Form]]
* [[forms/Equipment_Loan|Equipment Loan Form]]
* [[forms/Event_Request|Event Request Form]]
* [[forms/PDFs|Paper PDF Forms]]

===== Administrivia =====
* [[Meeting Agendas and Minutes]]
* [[Infrastructure Documentation]]
* [[Responsibilities]]
* [[Adafruit Group Buy]] **(CLOSED)**
* [[Advertising]]

= History =
* [[Founding - 2014]]
* [[Move to 1872 Garvin - 2019]]

Events/2019/Chili Cookoff

2019-09-12T22:42:06Z

Webmaster:

Hacksburg will be competing in the 2019 VT CRC Chili Cookoff. This page documents the details and our plans for the competition.

== Basic Info ==

* Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2019
* Location: The Plaza between 1900 Pratt and 1861 Pratt Drive
* [https://www.eventbank.com/resources/protected/organization/967/event/15838/7a180bfb-62e4-458a-a389-fd18738f84b9.pdf Rules]

== Chili Recipes ==

The rules specify a red "homestyle chili" including meat and beans. The rules suggest one 16 oz serving for judges and 200 3 oz. servings for the public.

* [https://www.seriouseats.com/2010/01/how-to-make-the-best-chili-ever-recipe-super-bowl.html Serious Eats-Best Chili Ever]
* [https://www.thewholesomedish.com/the-best-classic-chili/ Wholesome Dish-Best Classic Chili]
* [https://sugarspunrun.com/best-chili-recipe/ Sugar Spun Run - Best Chili Recipe (with bacon)]
* Medieval Chili - not an actual thing, fits with theme below
* Real Deer Meat Chili:
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RealDeerChili03.jpg|
</gallery>

=== General Suggestions ===

* Start with dried beans - soak with baking soda to degas
* Sweat the onions and peppers (french style)
* Add bitter chocolate and coffee to meat
* Use stew meat instead of ground
** Brown under broiler
** Save the fat

=== Ingredients quantities ===

* A cow's-worth of stew meat
* Absurd amounts of canned tomatoes (petite diced or crushed)
* Ridiculous numbers of onions
* Crazy quantities of poblano peppers
* Far too many red kidney beans
* Some coffee
* A bit of bitter chocolate

For serving:
* Sour cream
* Green onions
* Shredded cheese?

== Booth Decoration ==
It appears that booths were decorated and competitors wore costumes in previous years. We were thinking of a medieval theme for our booth given what we have on hand.

* Cauldron of chili (using smelting furnace and cast iron pot)
** Need a pot, something like [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JNM9CZ3/ this] or a [https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8d/Dutch_Oven_-McClures_Magazine.jpg dutch oven with legs]
** Do any of the members have something they can contribute
* Costumes
** Dragon Knight (Cameron-confirmerd)
** Wizard (John-confirmed)
** Wands from wand competition

Other Hacksburg themed decorations could include
* Scrolling LED sign (James)
* Turned wood bowl
* Wood carved serving implements

File:RealDeerChili03.jpg

2019-09-12T22:15:18Z

Webmaster:

File:RealDeerChili02.jpg

2019-09-12T22:14:47Z

Webmaster:

File:RealDeerChili01.jpg

2019-09-12T22:12:11Z

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Events/2019/5th Annual Cider Pressing

2019-09-12T22:06:02Z

Webmaster:

Bring your own apples and containers and join us to make your own fresh squeezed apple cider. Make a custom laser engraved cider mug to take home - only $2. For more information on cider making, including what apples to purchase, see [[Cider Making]].

Free tours of the Hacksburg makerspace will also be provided.

== Time ==
Saturday, October 5 - 10 am to 2 pm
* Apple tasting and cider making demo at [http://blacksburgfarmersmarket.com/event/apple-tasting-event/ Blacksburg Farmers Market]
Sunday, October 6 - 1 pm to 4 pm
* Make your own cider at the Hacksburg Workshop

== Location ==
Hacksburg
[https://goo.gl/maps/LbRiAsA1VAiULh5F8 1872 Pratt Drive Suite 1620]

Public Transit Directions can be found [http://hacksburg.org/about.html here]

== Cost ==
* Free for members and community, donations gratefully accepted

Main Page

2019-09-12T22:00:06Z

Webmaster:

{| class="wikitable"
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! Please excuse our mess as we migrate our wiki to a new server. Feel free to create an account and add any missing info!
|}

Hacksburg is a community workshop located in Blacksburg, VA at [https://goo.gl/maps/rCYYGkS5AdnwPMWG9 1872 Pratt Drive], in the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center.

Want to join Hacksburg? Start by reading [http://hacksburg.org/join.html this page]!

= Donations =
We're a registered 501c3 non-profit and love donations! Read more [[donate|here]].

= Events =
===== Recurring Events =====
Weekly meeting every Tuesday 7:30 PM -- feel free to come by for a tour! This meeting is open-to-the-public and followed by an open-to-the-public work session starting at the end of the meeting to whenever the last member leaves.

===== Upcoming Events =====
Make sure to RSVP for events before attending at rsvp@hacksburg.org.
* September 15, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Laser_Cutter_Class|Laser Basics]]
* September 22, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Woodworking 101|Woodworking 101]]
* September 29, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/3D Printing and CAD|Intro to 3D Printing and CAD]]
* October 2, 11:30 AM to 1 PM: [https://www.facebook.com/events/495099304558298/ VT CRC Chili Cook-off] [[events/2019/Chili Cookoff|Hacksburg Plans]]
* October 5, 8 AM to 2 PM: [[events/2019/5th Annual Cider Pressing|Apple Tasting and Cider Demo at Blacksburg Farmers Market]]
* October 6, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/5th Annual Cider Pressing|5th Annual Cider Pressing]]
* October 13, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Costume Hats and Masks|Costume Hats and Masks]]
* October 20, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Costume Prop Weathering|Costume Prop Weathering]]
* October 29, After meeting: [[events/2019/Pumpkin Carving|Pumpkin Carving]]

===== Regional Events =====
* [https://www.facebook.com/nrvtimebank/ NRV Repair Cafe]
** 9 am-3 pm, See website for dates
** Volunteers should arrive at 8 am
** Location: ReStore in Christiansburg
* VTSFFC Picnic
** Saturday, September 14 1-5 PM
** Wong Park, Blacksburg
* Invisifest
** Friday September 20 and Sunday September 21
* [http://roanokeraspberryjam.info Roanoke Raspberry Pi Jam]
** Saturday, September 21 from 10 am-4 pm
** Roanoke South County Library
* [http://tristatesculptors.org/ 41st Annual Tri-State Conference]
** October 3-6
** Radford University and SELU Nature Conservancy
* [https://www.vtrc.vt.edu/engagement/steam.html Roanoke STEAM Day]
** Friday, November 8
** Various Locations in Radford
* [http://icat.vt.edu/sciencefestival/ Virginia Tech Science Festival]
** Saturday, November 16, 2019, 10AM to 4PM
** Moss Arts Center at Virginia Tech

===== Other Events =====
* [[events/Future|Future Events]]
* [[events/Archive|Events Archive]]
* [[events/Ideas|Events Ideas]]

= Tools =
* [[tools/Electronics|Electronics Bench]]
* [[tools/Woodworking|Wood Shop]]
* [[tools/Metalworking|Metal Shop]]
* [[tools/3D_Printing|3D Printing]]
* [[tools/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
* [[tools/Sewing|Sewing corner]]
* [[tools/Computers|Computers, Displays, and internet connectivity]]
* [[Inventory]]
* [[Tool Wishlist]] -- **Please use this set of pages to offer donations or to request tools.**

= Projects =
* [[projects/DIY_CNC_Mill|DIY CNC Mill]]
* [[projects/New_3D_Printer|New 3D printer]]
* [[projects/Vacuum_Former|Vacuum former]]

===== Archived Projects =====
* [[projects/LCBB_Ideas|Ideas for Let's Code Blacksburg Classes]]
* [[projects/Creativity_Ideas|Ideas for Radford Creativity Class]]
* [[projects/The_Search_for_a_3D_Printer|The Search for (and finding of) a 3D Printer]]
* [[projects/Summer_2015_Booth|2015 Summer Booth Project]]

= Administration =
===== Policies =====
* [[policy/Admissions|Admissions]]
* [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]]
* [[policy/Space Rules|Space Rules]]
* [[policy/safety|Safety Policies]]
* [[policy/Events|Event Policies]]
* [[policy/Bylaws|Bylaws]]
** [[policy/Proposed Bylaws Changes 2015-12-01|2015 Proposed Bylaws Changes]]
** [[policy/Bylaws_v1|Bylaws (v1)]]

===== Forms =====
* [[forms/Membership_Application|Membership Application]]
* [[forms/Equipment_Donation|Equipment Donation Form]]
* [[forms/Equipment_Loan|Equipment Loan Form]]
* [[forms/Event_Request|Event Request Form]]
* [[forms/PDFs|Paper PDF Forms]]

===== Administrivia =====
* [[Meeting Agendas and Minutes]]
* [[Infrastructure Documentation]]
* [[Responsibilities]]
* [[Adafruit Group Buy]] **(CLOSED)**
* [[Advertising]]

= History =
* [[Founding - 2014]]
* [[Move to 1872 Garvin - 2019]]

Events/2019/Chili Cookoff

2019-09-11T01:00:23Z

Webmaster: /* Ingredients quantities */

Hacksburg will be competing in the 2019 VT CRC Chili Cookoff. This page documents the details and our plans for the competition.

== Basic Info ==

* Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2019
* Location: The Plaza between 1900 Pratt and 1861 Pratt Drive
* [https://www.eventbank.com/resources/protected/organization/967/event/15838/7a180bfb-62e4-458a-a389-fd18738f84b9.pdf Rules]

== Chili Recipes ==

The rules specify a red "homestyle chili" including meat and beans. The rules suggest one 16 oz serving for judges and 200 3 oz. servings for the public.

* [https://www.seriouseats.com/2010/01/how-to-make-the-best-chili-ever-recipe-super-bowl.html Serious Eats-Best Chili Ever]
* [https://www.thewholesomedish.com/the-best-classic-chili/ Wholesome Dish-Best Classic Chili]
* [https://sugarspunrun.com/best-chili-recipe/ Sugar Spun Run - Best Chili Recipe (with bacon)]
* Medieval Chili - not an actual thing, fits with theme below

=== General Suggestions ===

* Start with dried beans - soak with baking soda to degas
* Sweat the onions and peppers (french style)
* Add bitter chocolate and coffee to meat
* Use stew meat instead of ground
** Brown under broiler
** Save the fat

=== Ingredients quantities ===

* A cow's-worth of stew meat
* Absurd amounts of canned tomatoes (petite diced or crushed)
* Ridiculous numbers of onions
* Crazy quantities of poblano peppers
* Far too many red kidney beans
* Some coffee
* A bit of bitter chocolate

For serving:
* Sour cream
* Green onions
* Shredded cheese?

== Booth Decoration ==
It appears that booths were decorated and competitors wore costumes in previous years. We were thinking of a medieval theme for our booth given what we have on hand.

* Cauldron of chili (using smelting furnace and cast iron pot)
** Need a pot, something like [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JNM9CZ3/ this] or a [https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8d/Dutch_Oven_-McClures_Magazine.jpg dutch oven with legs]
** Do any of the members have something they can contribute
* Costumes
** Dragon Knight (Cameron-confirmerd)
** Wizard (John-confirmed)
** Wands from wand competition

Other Hacksburg themed decorations could include
* Scrolling LED sign (James)
* Turned wood bowl
* Wood carved serving implements

Events/2019/Chili Cookoff

2019-09-11T00:59:22Z

Webmaster:

Hacksburg will be competing in the 2019 VT CRC Chili Cookoff. This page documents the details and our plans for the competition.

== Basic Info ==

* Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2019
* Location: The Plaza between 1900 Pratt and 1861 Pratt Drive
* [https://www.eventbank.com/resources/protected/organization/967/event/15838/7a180bfb-62e4-458a-a389-fd18738f84b9.pdf Rules]

== Chili Recipes ==

The rules specify a red "homestyle chili" including meat and beans. The rules suggest one 16 oz serving for judges and 200 3 oz. servings for the public.

* [https://www.seriouseats.com/2010/01/how-to-make-the-best-chili-ever-recipe-super-bowl.html Serious Eats-Best Chili Ever]
* [https://www.thewholesomedish.com/the-best-classic-chili/ Wholesome Dish-Best Classic Chili]
* [https://sugarspunrun.com/best-chili-recipe/ Sugar Spun Run - Best Chili Recipe (with bacon)]
* Medieval Chili - not an actual thing, fits with theme below

=== General Suggestions ===

* Start with dried beans - soak with baking soda to degas
* Sweat the onions and peppers (french style)
* Add bitter chocolate and coffee to meat
* Use stew meat instead of ground
** Brown under broiler
** Save the fat

=== Ingredients quantities ===

* A cow's-worth of stew meat
* Absurd amounts of canned tomatoes (petite diced or crushed)
* Ridiculous numbers of onions
* Crazy quantities of poblano peppers
* Far too many red kidney beans
* Some coffee
* A bit of bitter chocolate

== Booth Decoration ==
It appears that booths were decorated and competitors wore costumes in previous years. We were thinking of a medieval theme for our booth given what we have on hand.

* Cauldron of chili (using smelting furnace and cast iron pot)
** Need a pot, something like [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JNM9CZ3/ this] or a [https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8d/Dutch_Oven_-McClures_Magazine.jpg dutch oven with legs]
** Do any of the members have something they can contribute
* Costumes
** Dragon Knight (Cameron-confirmerd)
** Wizard (John-confirmed)
** Wands from wand competition

Other Hacksburg themed decorations could include
* Scrolling LED sign (James)
* Turned wood bowl
* Wood carved serving implements

Tools/Mostly Printed CNC

2019-09-11T00:06:55Z

Webmaster:

The [https://www.vicious1.com/specifications/ Mostly Printed CNC] (MP-CNC) is an inexpensive, open platform to precisely control motion. Hacksburg's setup can be used for both laser engraving and CNC milling using swappable toolheads. It has potential to be expanded to working as a large format 3d printer, pen plotter, foam cutter, drag knife, or any other CNC tool as well.

== Safety ==

You '''must''' be properly trained before using this machine. It uses a high speed cutting head that can cause serious injuries and a powerful laser that can cause '''permanent eye damage'''. It also produces dust and smoke that can be respiratory hazards. If at any time you feel something is wrong or unsafe, stop the machine. Your safety is more important than what you are working on.

== Specifications ==

* Bed size:
** 24 in x 24 in
* Motion:
** Dual NEMA 17 steppers on on X and Y axis, single NEMA 17 on Z axis
** Belt driven X and Y axis, lead screw driven Z axis
* Milling:
** [http://www.dewalt.com/products/power-tools/cutout-tools/cutout-tool/dw660 Dewalt 660 Rotary Tool]
* Engraving:
** 2.8 W Blue diode laser
* Firmware:
** [https://github.com/grbl/grbl GRBL]
* Software:
** [http://lasergrbl.com/en/ LaserGRBL] (produces NC code for laser engraving)
** [https://github.com/vlachoudis/bCNC bCNC] (controls the MP-CNC)

== Instructions ==

[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pxgMtqYXj5NPHLYhSi25Bv5x6fgqlzAW_0Lfq1IyXFQ/edit?usp=sharing Laser Engraver Tutorial]

CNC Router Tutorial (In Progress)

=== Old instructions, no applicable: ===

Directions for engraver:
https://jtechphotonics.com/?page_id=2012
https://github.com/305engineering/Inkscape

Directions for CNC: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rezNV8CvkTS4Rh4MZ7Z9hnLpWag7rqRkqVutMNwyxKQ/edit

Events/Archive

2019-09-10T23:56:18Z

Webmaster: /* 2019 */

== Events Archive ==
=== 2019 ===
* September 8, 1 to 4 PM: Hacksburg Grand Re-Opening (No RSVP required)
* Sunday February 3, 1-5 pm: [[events:2019:foam_armor_class|Foam Armor Class]]
* Sunday February 10, 1-5 pm: [[events:2019:laser_valentines|Laser Cutter Valentines]]
* Sunday January 13, 2-4 pm: [[events:2019:laser_mugs|Laser Etched Mugs]] - Rescheduled to March 2 due to weather
* Tuesday January 15, 7-7:30 pm: Annual Meeting (Full members only, regular meeting to follow)

=== 2018 ===
* February 24 2-4 pm: [[event:2018:Pepekura|Pepekura (3D Paper Modeling) Class]]
* Sat May 19, 1-5 PM: [[events:2018:Laser Cutter Class]]
* Sat June 16: Visit our booth at [http://downtownblacksburg.com/summer-solstice-blacksburg.aspx Summer Solstice Fest]
* Sun June 17, TBD: [[events:2018:Hacksburg Open House]]
* Sat June 23, 1:00-5:00 pm: [[events:2018:Woodworking 101]]
* Sat June 30, 1:00-5:00 pm: [[events:2018:Foam Armor Class]]
* Sat July 14, 1:00-5:00 pm: [[events:2018:Laser Cutter Class]]
* Sunday August 5, 1-5 PM: Hacksburg Disassembly Day
* Tuesday August 7, 7:30-8:30 PM: Buisness Meeting and [[events:2018:FallPlanning|Fall 2018 Event Planning]]
* Sunday August 12, 1-5 PM: [[events:2018:welding_101|Welding 101]]
* Sunday September 9, Noon-4 PM: [[events:2018:cosplay_guests|Intro to Cosplay with Special Guest Presenters]]
* Sunday September 16, 1-5 PM: [[events:2018:laser_cutter_class|Laser Cutter Class]]
* Sunday September 23, 1-5 PM: [[events:2018:woodworking_101_boxes|Woodworking 101 - Boxes and Joinery]]
* Saturday September 29, 1-5 PM: [[events:2018:cider_making|4th Annual Hacksburg Cider Pressing - Option 1]]
* Sunday September 30, 1-5 pm: [[events:2018:cosplay_armor|Intro to Cosplay - Armormaking]]
* Sunday October 7, 1-5 PM: [[events:2018:cider_making|4th Annual Hacksburg Cider Pressing - Option 2]]
* Sunday October 21, 1-5 PM: [[events:2018:cosplay_tophat|Cosplay Steampunk Tophat]]
* Tuesday October 30, 8-9 PM: Pumpkin Carving/Halloween Activities (after regular meeting)
* Saturday November 17, 1-5 PM: [[events:2018:milling_101|Milling 101]]
* Sunday December 2, 1-5 PM: [[events:2018:diy_ornaments|Make Personalized Ornaments]]

=== 2017 ===
* January 17th 8:00pm - Tool Tuesday - Introduction to the Oscilloscope - Come on out to Hacksburg's monthly Tool Tuesday and learn what an Oscilloscope is, what uses it has, and the basics of operating it. This event is open to everyone (students, residents, anyone!) and free.
* January 28th 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM -- [[events:drone|Drone building]]
* Feburary 21st at 8:00pm - Introduction to Soldering - Come on out to Hacksburg's monthly Tool Tuesday and learn what soldering is, what uses it has, and the basics of doing it from Brent, a board member. This event is open to everyone (students, residents, anyone!) and free.
* March 4 - Introduction to Sewing - 1pm-4pm
** Come learn basic hand sewing, how to use a sewing machine, and how to follow a basic pattern.
** We will be making drawstring bags.
** Reading a simple pattern
** straight stitching by hand
** using a sewing machine (bobbins, threading, adjusting)
** Price: $10 public / $5 for members
** see 2016 class for notes [[:Sewing 101]]
* March 7 - Magic Wand Contest Awards Party 8pm for the [[events:2017:magic_wand_contest?s[]=wizard]]
* March 11 - Open house 1-4pm Stop in to get a tour of our space, some tea or coco, and be able to ask any questions about our organization. This is free and open to everyone!
* March 7-28 -- [[adafruit_group_buy|Adafruit Group Buy]]
* March 19 - Inventory Day - 1-5pm
** Members, we need to inventory everything in the space for taxes, please come out and help us knock it out.
* March 21 - 8pm - [[events:2017:hacksburg_tool_tuesday_-_introduction_to_3d_printing|Tool Tuesday - Introduction to 3D Printing]]
* April - [[events:2017:steam_punk_contest|Steampunk Contest]] all month!
* May 2 - 8 PM -- [[events:2017:steam_punk_contest|Steampunk Contest]] Awards Party
* June 17 - [[events:Summer Solstice Fest 2017]]
* June 24 - [[events:Woodworking 101 - 2017]]
* October 8, 1pm to 5pm - [[events:2017:Cider Making Event 2017]]
* October 10, 7:30 pm - Pumpkin Carving after General Meeting
* October 14, 9am to 3pm - [https://www.facebook.com/events/1733510660283858/ Repair Cafe at the NRV ReStore]
* November 12, 2pm - [[events:2017:Foam Armor Class]]

=== 2016 ===
* Saturday March 12, 2016 [[:Hackwood Derby]] 1pm
* Sunday, March 20, 2016 - 10am - 2pm Homebrewing Demo - Stop by and ask questions as Nicole Schwartz brews some tea beer
* Sunday, March 20, 2016 - 2 pm [[:3D printing class 2016]] (part of the [[:cosplay class series]]) by Andrew Mike
* Saturday, April 9, 2016 - Time noon-2pm [[:Prosthetics]] (part of the [[:cosplay class series]]) by Chris DeHart
* Tuesday, April 19, 2016 - 6-9pm [[:Introduction to Arduino]] with LCBB (part of the [[:cosplay class series]])
* Saturday April 23, 2016 1pm [[:Basic woodworking safety]] by Kurt Rooks
* Sunday, April 24, 2016 - 2pm-4pm [[:Sewing 101]] - making a drawstring bag (part of the [[:cosplay class series]])
* Saturday, May 21, 2016 - 2pm-4pm - [[:Internet Safety]]
* Thursday, June 2, 2016 - 6pm -- [[:Make your own Enigma machine]]
* Saturday, June 18, 2016 -- [[:2016 Summer Solstice Fest]]
* Sunday, September 11, 2016 - 1pm-9pm -- [[events:2016:press_your_own_cider]] and a hard cider brewing demo. (Bring your own apples)
* Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 10am-4pm -- [[Unconference II]] followed by a [https://www.facebook.com/events/1717980871789482/ sorting party] at 6pm
** Thank you to our financial sponsor [http://foxguardsolutions.com/careers/|FoxGuard Solutions] - they are enabling us to cover costs for all of our UnConference Supplies!
** Thank you to our lunch sponsor [http://www.blacksburgbagels.com/ Blacksburg Bagels]
** Thank you to our tea sponsor [http://thedevoteausa.com/ The Devotea USA]
* December 11 1:00pm - 4:00pm -- Hacksburg Open House -- Stop in to get a tour of our space, some tea or coco, and be able to ask any questions about our organization. This is open to everyone!
* December 13 8:00pm -- Tool Tuesday - Metal Lathe Introduction - presentation on using the metal lathe in the shop. This is open to everyone!
* December 20 8:00pm -- Tool Tuesday - Laser Engraving 101 - presentation on using the laser engraver in the shop. This is open to everyone!

=== 2015 ===
* [[events:2015:Summer_Solstice_Fest|Summer Solstice]] June 20, 2015
* [[events:2015:How_to_Homebrew|How to homebrew]] July 18, 2015 followed by [[events:2015:beverage_cooling_competition|Beverage Cooling Competition]]
* [[events:2015:kids_circuits|Kids Circuts]] Aug 1, 2015
* [[events:2015:12_hour_hackathon|12 Hour Hackathon]] Sept 5, 2015
* [[events:2015:high_altitude_balloon_talk|High Altitude Balloon Talk]] Tue Sept 15, 2015 at 8pm
* [[events:2015:va_science_festival|Virginia Science Festival]] Sat Sept 26, 2015
* [[events:2015:tea_101_class|Tea 101 Class]] Oct 3, 2015
* [[events:2015:3d_printing_class|3D Printing Class]] Oct 18, 2015
* [[events:2015:pumpkin_carving|Pumpkin Carving]] Oct 25, 2015
* Annual Meeting Saturday November 7th, 2015
* Barnes & Noble Mini Maker Faire - [http://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780061730846-0 Meet the Makers]
** Friday Nov 6, 2015 at 5pm (Nicole)
** Saturday Nov 7, 2015 at 1pm (Kurt)
** Sunday Nov 8, 2015 at 1pm (Andrew/Jenn)

Main Page

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Webmaster:

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Hacksburg is a community workshop located in Blacksburg, VA at [https://goo.gl/maps/rCYYGkS5AdnwPMWG9 1872 Pratt Drive], in the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center.

Want to join Hacksburg? Start by reading [http://hacksburg.org/join.html this page]!

= Donations =
We're a registered 501c3 non-profit and love donations! Read more [[donate|here]].

= Events =
===== Recurring Events =====
Weekly meeting every Tuesday 7:30 PM -- feel free to come by for a tour! This meeting is open-to-the-public and followed by an open-to-the-public work session starting at the end of the meeting to whenever the last member leaves.

===== Upcoming Events =====
Make sure to RSVP for events before attending at rsvp@hacksburg.org.
* September 15, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Laser_Cutter_Class|Laser Basics]]
* September 22, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Woodworking 101|Woodworking 101]]
* September 29, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/3D Printing and CAD|Intro to 3D Printing and CAD]]
* October 2, 11:30 AM to 1 PM: [https://www.facebook.com/events/495099304558298/ VT CRC Chili Cook-off] [[events/2019/Chili Cookoff|Hacksburg Plans]]
* October 6, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/5th Annual Cider Pressing|5th Annual Cider Pressing]]
* October 13, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Costume Hats and Masks|Costume Hats and Masks]]
* October 20, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Costume Prop Weathering|Costume Prop Weathering]]
* October 29, After meeting: [[events/2019/Pumpkin Carving|Pumpkin Carving]]

===== Regional Events =====
* [https://www.facebook.com/nrvtimebank/ NRV Repair Cafe]
** Various dates from 9 am-3 pm
** Volunteers should arrive at 8 am
** Location: ReStore in Christiansburg
* [roanokeraspberryjam.info Raspberry Pi Jam]
** Saturday, September 21 from 10 am-4 pm
** Roanoke South County Library
* VTSFFC Picnic
** Saturday, September 14 1-5 PM
** Wong Park, Blacksburg
* Invisifest
** Friday September 20 and Sunday September 21
* [[http://tristatesculptors.org/ 41st Annual Tri-State Conference]]
** October 3-6
** Radford University and SELU Nature Conservancy

===== Other Events =====
* [[events/Future|Future Events]]
* [[events/Archive|Events Archive]]
* [[events/Ideas|Events Ideas]]

= Tools =
* [[tools/Electronics|Electronics Bench]]
* [[tools/Woodworking|Wood Shop]]
* [[tools/Metalworking|Metal Shop]]
* [[tools/3D_Printing|3D Printing]]
* [[tools/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
* [[tools/Sewing|Sewing corner]]
* [[tools/Computers|Computers, Displays, and internet connectivity]]
* [[Inventory]]
* [[Tool Wishlist]] -- **Please use this set of pages to offer donations or to request tools.**

= Projects =
* [[projects/DIY_CNC_Mill|DIY CNC Mill]]
* [[projects/New_3D_Printer|New 3D printer]]
* [[projects/Vacuum_Former|Vacuum former]]

===== Archived Projects =====
* [[projects/LCBB_Ideas|Ideas for Let's Code Blacksburg Classes]]
* [[projects/Creativity_Ideas|Ideas for Radford Creativity Class]]
* [[projects/The_Search_for_a_3D_Printer|The Search for (and finding of) a 3D Printer]]
* [[projects/Summer_2015_Booth|2015 Summer Booth Project]]

= Administration =
===== Policies =====
* [[policy/Admissions|Admissions]]
* [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]]
* [[policy/Space Rules|Space Rules]]
* [[policy/safety|Safety Policies]]
* [[policy/Events|Event Policies]]
* [[policy/Bylaws|Bylaws]]
** [[policy/Proposed Bylaws Changes 2015-12-01|2015 Proposed Bylaws Changes]]
** [[policy/Bylaws_v1|Bylaws (v1)]]

===== Forms =====
* [[forms/Membership_Application|Membership Application]]
* [[forms/Equipment_Donation|Equipment Donation Form]]
* [[forms/Equipment_Loan|Equipment Loan Form]]
* [[forms/Event_Request|Event Request Form]]
* [[forms/PDFs|Paper PDF Forms]]

===== Administrivia =====
* [[Meeting Agendas and Minutes]]
* [[Infrastructure Documentation]]
* [[Responsibilities]]
* [[Adafruit Group Buy]] **(CLOSED)**
* [[Advertising]]

= History =
* [[Founding - 2014]]
* [[Move to 1872 Garvin - 2019]]

Cider Making

2019-09-10T20:34:06Z

Webmaster:

The cider making process has three main steps:
# Acquire apples
# Turn apples to pulp
# Smash the pulp to extract cider

== Acquiring apples ==
[[File:Cidermaking_apples.jpg|thumb|A variety of apples from a local farm|500px|right]]

The apple season in Virginia begins in late June, but the majority of Virginia apples are harvested in September, October and early November. To make the best cider, it is advised to have a mix of sweet, sharp, and bitter flavored apples. Some examples of each of these are:

* Sweet
** Golden Delicious
** Fuji
** Gala
** Red Delicious
** Jonagold
** Honeycrisp
** Braeburn
* Sharp/Tart:
** Granny Smith
** Gravenstein
** McIntosh
** Northern Spy
** Winesap
** Liberty
* Bitter (including bitter-sweet and bitter-sharp/bitter-tart):
** Dolgo Crabapple
** Cortland
** Newtown
** Foxwhelp
** Porter’s Perfection

A good starting point for new cider makers is a mix of 50% sweet, 35% sharp, and 15% bitter apple varieties. However, feel free to experiment with whatever varieties and mixes you prefer.

It takes a lot of apples, about 14 pounds (or approximately 42 apples), to make 1 gallon of cider. While it is possible to buy apples at the store, it can be a lot more fun and a lot more affordable to buy local. A few apple orchards near Blacksburg include:
* Doe Creek Farm: Pick-your-own apples, Dwarf trees you can pick from the ground, $1/lb, Only 25 minutes from Blacksburg!, http://www.doecreekfarm.com/apples.php
* Johnson’s Orchard: Pick-your-own apples, $30/bushel, http://johnsonsorchards.com/index.html
* Wade’s Orchard: Apples available by lb., bag, bushel or truckload, price varies by quality (can purchase lower quality, cheaper apples for cider), http://www.wadesorchard.com/
* Ikenberry Orchards: $30/bushel, $1.69/lb, www.ikenberryorchards.com
* And many more: https://bestthingsva.com/apple-picking/
* You can also purchase apples at the Blacksburg Farmer's Market (held every Saturday from 8 to 2) from Ayer's Orchard or Morgan Orchard

Be sure to call ahead before visiting an orchard as not all varieties may be available and pick-your-own may be limited to certain days of the week.

== Turning Apples to Pulp ==
[[File:Cidermaking_scratter.jpg|thumb|Hacksburg's apple scratter for crushing apples into pulp|x300px|right]]
Before the apples can be pressed, they must be crushed into a pulp called the mash. There are many ways to do this.
The traditional method uses what’s called a “scratter”, which has a toothed rotating drum that crushes and shreds the apple. These are specialized tools, however, and can be expensive to purchase or difficult to construct.

One of the cheapest ways to make pulp is to put the apples into a bucket and smash them with a heavy piece of wood. Be sure the wood is not treated, or you can contaminate the apples with harmful chemicals. Other methods include using a blender or a meat grinder, however these are limited to small quantities of apples and require a lot of effort.

A more recent method, and the one used at Hacksburg, uses an in-sink garbage disposal to create the mash. (The disposal was purchased new and was thoroughly cleaned before use!) We found this method to be cheaper than a purpose built scratter and much easier than other methods. The picture to the left shows the apple pulper in use at last year’s cider making event.
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== Smash the pulp to extract cider ==
[[File:Cidermaking_press.jpg|thumb|Apples pulp being squeezed into cider on a DIY press|x300px|right]]
Now the fun part! To extract the juice from the apple mash, it must be pressed with a large amount of pressure. To do this, we built a cider press out of 2x4 lumber and a 4 ton hydraulic bottle jack.

To keep the pulp from being squeezed out with juice, it is wrapped in cloth or thin mesh. A few small bags are made, called cheeses, which are stacked between flat plates, called racks. If only a single large bag is used, the pressure isn’t distributed evenly and not all of the juice is extracted. The racks help to distribute the pressure and extract as much juice as possible.

Be sure to bring thoroughly cleaned containers large enough to hold all of your cider. Unclean containers can effect the flavor of the cider and may contaminate your cider. Popular containers include canning jars, plastic jugs (from milk or juice), and glass jugs and bottles. A good source for new glass containers locally is Eats Natural Foods on North Main Street. They also carry a large selection of supplies useful for making hard cider.
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== Enjoy! ==
[[File:Cidermaking_cider.jpg|thumb|Freshly pressed apple cider|x300px|right]]
Raw apple cider should be consumed as soon as possible for best flavor and will keep approximately 10 days to 2 weeks if refrigerated. Your cider can be used to make apple cider vinegar or hard cider, although you may want to change your ratio of apples for the best flavor.

File:Cidermaking press.jpg

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== Summary ==
A Hacksburg member pressing the apple mash in a DIY press to extract apple cider.

File:Cidermaking press.jpg

2019-09-10T20:31:27Z

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== Summary ==
A Hacksburg member pressing the apple mash in a DIY press to extract apple cider.

File:Cidermaking press.jpg

2019-09-10T20:17:38Z

Webmaster: A Hacksburg member pressing the apple mash in a DIY press to extract apple cider/

== Summary ==
A Hacksburg member pressing the apple mash in a DIY press to extract apple cider/

File:Cidermaking cider.jpg

2019-09-10T20:15:51Z

Webmaster: Fresh apple cider after being pressed into a mason jar.

== Summary ==
Fresh apple cider after being pressed into a mason jar.

File:Cidermaking apples.jpg

2019-09-10T20:14:57Z

Webmaster: Assortment of apples from a local farm being prepared for the cidermaking process.

== Summary ==
Assortment of apples from a local farm being prepared for the cidermaking process.

File:Cidermaking racks.jpg

2019-09-10T20:14:11Z

Webmaster: Bags of apple mash (cheeses) after being pressed between disks (racks) to extract the juice.

== Summary ==
Bags of apple mash (cheeses) after being pressed between disks (racks) to extract the juice.

File:Cidermaking scratter.jpg

2019-09-10T20:12:49Z

Webmaster: Apple scratter/grinder built from a garbage disposal. Used to process whole or sliced apples into a mash for pressing

== Summary ==
Apple scratter/grinder built from a garbage disposal. Used to process whole or sliced apples into a mash for pressing

Events/2019/Chili Cookoff

2019-09-10T17:54:38Z

Webmaster:

Events/2019/Chili Cookoff

2019-09-10T17:48:19Z

Webmaster: Created page with "Hacksburg will be competing in the 2019 VT CRC Chili Cookoff. This page documents the details and our plans for the competition. == Basic Info == Date: Wednesday, October 2,..."

Hacksburg will be competing in the 2019 VT CRC Chili Cookoff. This page documents the details and our plans for the competition.

== Basic Info ==

Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2019
Location: The Plaza between 1900 Pratt and 1861 Pratt Drive

[https://www.eventbank.com/resources/protected/organization/967/event/15838/7a180bfb-62e4-458a-a389-fd18738f84b9.pdf Rules]

== Chili Recipes ==

The rules specify a "homestyle chili" including meat and beans. The rules suggest one 16 oz serving for judges and 200 3 oz. servings for the public.

== Booth Decoration ==
It appears that booths were decorated and competitors wore costumes in previous years. We were thinking of a medieval theme for our booth given what we have on hand.

* Cauldron of chili (using smelting furnace and cast iron pot)
** Need a pot, something like [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JNM9CZ3/ this] or a [https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8d/Dutch_Oven_-McClures_Magazine.jpg dutch oven with legs]
** Do any of the members have something they can contribute
* Costumes
** Dragon Knight (Cameron)
** Wizard (John)
** Wands from wand competition

Other Hacksburg themed decorations could include
* Scrolling LED sign (James)
* Turned wood bowl
* Wood carved serving implements

Main Page

2019-09-10T17:36:26Z

Webmaster:

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Please excuse our mess as we migrate our wiki to a new server. Feel free to create an account and add any missing info!
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Hacksburg is a community workshop located in Blacksburg, VA at [https://goo.gl/maps/rCYYGkS5AdnwPMWG9 1872 Pratt Drive], in the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center.

Want to join Hacksburg? Start by reading [http://hacksburg.org/join.html this page]!

= Donations =
We're a registered 501c3 non-profit and love donations! Read more [[donate|here]].

= Events =
===== Recurring Events =====
Weekly meeting every Tuesday 7:30 PM -- feel free to come by for a tour! This meeting is open-to-the-public and followed by an open-to-the-public work session starting at the end of the meeting to whenever the last member leaves.

===== Upcoming Events =====
Make sure to RSVP for events before attending at rsvp@hacksburg.org.
* September 8, 1 to 4 PM: Hacksburg Grand Re-Opening (No RSVP required)
* September 15, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Laser_Cutter_Class|Laser Basics]]
* September 22, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Woodworking 101|Woodworking 101]]
* October 2, 11:30 AM to 1 PM: [https://www.facebook.com/events/495099304558298/ VT CRC Chili Cook-off] [[events/2019/Chili Cookoff|Hacksburg Plans]]
* September 29, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/3D Printing and CAD|Intro to 3D Printing and CAD]]
* October 6, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/5th Annual Cider Pressing|5th Annual Cider Pressing]]
* October 13, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Costume Hats and Masks|Costume Hats and Masks]]
* October 20, 1 to 4 PM: [[events/2019/Costume Prop Weathering|Costume Prop Weathering]]

===== Regional Events =====
* [https://www.facebook.com/nrvtimebank/ NRV Repair Cafe]
** Saturday, April 27th from 9 am-3 pm
** Volunteers should arrive at 8 am
** Location: ReStore in Christiansburg
* [http://www.nrvcon.com/ NRVcon 2019]
** Saturday April 27th from 10 am to ?
** Location: University Mall, 801 University City Blvd
* [http://visitfloydva.com/event/mayfaire-art-craft-fair/2019-05-04/ Mayfaire - Arts and Craft Fair]
** Saturday May 4th from 10 am to 5 pm
** Location: Floyd Center for the Arts, 220 Parkway Lane S, Floyd, VA 24091

===== Other Events =====
* [[events/Future|Future Events]]
* [[events/Archive|Events Archive]]
* [[events/Ideas|Events Ideas]]

= Tools =
* [[tools/Electronics|Electronics Bench]]
* [[tools/Woodworking|Wood Shop]]
* [[tools/Metalworking|Metal Shop]]
* [[tools/3D_Printing|3D Printing]]
* [[tools/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
* [[tools/Sewing|Sewing corner]]
* [[tools/Computers|Computers, Displays, and internet connectivity]]
* [[Inventory]]
* [[Tool Wishlist]] -- **Please use this set of pages to offer donations or to request tools.**

= Projects =
* [[projects/DIY_CNC_Mill|DIY CNC Mill]]
* [[projects/New_3D_Printer|New 3D printer]]
* [[projects/Vacuum_Former|Vacuum former]]

===== Archived Projects =====
* [[projects/LCBB_Ideas|Ideas for Let's Code Blacksburg Classes]]
* [[projects/Creativity_Ideas|Ideas for Radford Creativity Class]]
* [[projects/The_Search_for_a_3D_Printer|The Search for (and finding of) a 3D Printer]]
* [[projects/Summer_2015_Booth|2015 Summer Booth Project]]

= Administration =
===== Policies =====
* [[policy/Admissions|Admissions]]
* [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]]
* [[policy/Space Rules|Space Rules]]
* [[policy/safety|Safety Policies]]
* [[policy/Events|Event Policies]]
* [[policy/Bylaws|Bylaws]]
** [[policy/Proposed Bylaws Changes 2015-12-01|2015 Proposed Bylaws Changes]]
** [[policy/Bylaws_v1|Bylaws (v1)]]

===== Forms =====
* [[forms/Membership_Application|Membership Application]]
* [[forms/Equipment_Donation|Equipment Donation Form]]
* [[forms/Equipment_Loan|Equipment Loan Form]]
* [[forms/Event_Request|Event Request Form]]
* [[forms/PDFs|Paper PDF Forms]]

===== Administrivia =====
* [[Meeting Agendas and Minutes]]
* [[Infrastructure Documentation]]
* [[Responsibilities]]
* [[Adafruit Group Buy]] **(CLOSED)**
* [[Advertising]]

= History =
* [[Founding - 2014]]
* [[Move to 1872 Garvin - 2019]]

MediaWiki:Requestaccount-text

2019-09-06T04:43:37Z

Webmaster: Removed TOS

'''Complete and submit the following form to request a user account'''.

Once the account is approved, you will be emailed a notification message and the account will be usable at [[Special:UserLogin|login]].

Talk:Main Page

2019-09-06T04:40:36Z

Webmaster:

Summarizing the changes required for switching from Dokuwiki to MediaWiki

== Formatting ==
** External links must change from <nowiki>[[http://url.com|Pretty Name]]</nowiki> to <nowiki>[http://url.com Pretty Name]</nowiki> (single bracket, no pipe)
** Ensure all internal links use proper capitalization. The link becomes the page title
** Heading emphasis is reversed <nowiki>= Heading =</nowiki> is the biggest/top level, and <nowiki>===== Heading 5 =====</nowiki> is the smalles/lowest level
** Bullet points need to have preceeding spaces removed. Sub-bullets are indicated by additional asterisks

== Structure ==
** <del>Previous wiki sorted Tools, Events, etc into individual namespaces and sub-namespaces. For this mediawiki we are using subpages all in the main namespace.</del>
*** <del>Subpages are linked to by slashes. e.g. Events/2019/Laser Cutter Training</del>
*** <del>On upper level subpages, a list of the lower subpages can be automatically generated by including <nowiki>{{Template:ListSubpages}}</nowiki> in the page. See [[Events]] and [[Events/2019]] for an example.</del>
** For edit protection, we actually want custom namespaces for Policy, Adminstrivia, etc (basically all administration)
** Use categories and subcategories in place of other namespaces (Tools, Events, etc)

== Accounts ==
** The previous wiki allowed for open account creation and that was carried over to this wiki. However, many spam accounts and pages were created within the first few hours which needed to be manually removed.
** To prevent additional spam accounts, an account verification extension was added. A user clicks "Request account" and fills out a short form. It is added to the approval queue and a notification email is sent to the approvers. When the account is approved, an email is automatically sent to the requester.
*** The account approvers, 'bureaucrats' in Mediawiki terms, are still being decided. Probably includes the board at a minimum.
*** For those who do not wish to include an email, a fake account could be used and they could be notified of approval through alternate means

Advertising

2019-09-06T04:26:57Z

Webmaster: Created page with "{{Template:Stub}}"

Adafruit Group Buy

2019-09-06T04:25:45Z

Webmaster:

From time to time, Hacksburg organizes group buys from [http://adafruit.com/ Adafruit Industries]. The idea is that you pick out what you want and we put it on the list to order. Payment is due when the order is placed.

'''The group buy is currently closed.** Watch this space for the next time the group buy is open.'''

== Details ==

Adafruit has a makerspace discount that Hacksburg has qualified for. If Hacksburg places an order of $250 or more (before shipping), we can get a discount on select goods. The discount varies by item, but typically is 20% of retail price. Not everything gets a discount -- most test equipment, 3D printers and supplies, and dev boards don't, for instance. But many components, Arduino shields, displays, sensors, and accessories do get the discount.

== Timeline ==

* <del>**March 7-21:** Potential buyers get their orders in.</del>
* <del>**March 28, 7:30 PM EDT:** Deadline for new orders. Google doc is locked, and items are checked for availability.</del>
* <del>**April 4, 7:30 PM EDT:** Adafruit finalization meeting. Confirmed buyers come to Hacksburg to finalize orders and pay. Adafruit order is placed that night.</del>
* <del>**Early-Mid April:** Order arrives at Hacksburg and is divided by buyer; buyers notified to pick up orders at the next Hacksburg meeting.</del>

== The List ==
In order to save a bunch of headache, the list will be on Google Drive. Here's how you can place items to order:

# Go [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/17bZ_uS-B_GnTc1_WWX_vOpPexv-31g_HhvgVSStQglU/edit?usp=sharing here] to access the Google spreadsheet for the items.
# Make a duplicate of the "Template" worksheet, and rename it to your name.
# Check out the Adafruit website to see what you want.
# For each item you want, enter it in the spreadsheet. '''Please only fill out the Item Number, Description, and Quantity fields; leave the other fields as-is.'''
# '''The spreadsheet will be locked at 7:30 PM EDT on March 28; no further buyers will be taken at that time, unless we are under the $250 limit.'''

Adafruit Group Buy

2019-09-06T04:25:23Z

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Responsibilities

2019-09-06T04:23:25Z

Webmaster: Created page with "Things that need to be done for the space to run * Membership monthly review ** once a month, 10-20 minutes check membership list and paypal list and email unpaid people, off..."

Things that need to be done for the space to run

* Membership monthly review
** once a month, 10-20 minutes check membership list and paypal list and email unpaid people, offboard those quitting
* Member onboarding
** 10-30 minutes each time someone joins depending how many Q they have
** may require someone to physically pickup cards at CRC office during normla hours.
* Member offboarding
** 5-10 minutes each time someone quits
* Event advertising
** 20-45 minutes per event https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nc7Mm5W_-vUWERTcUhsm1wN84-b_gaxQPmlKtP-sFEU/edit
* Secretary
* Treasurer
** Annual State Taxes
** Annual Federal Taxes
** Personal Property taxes
** Real Estate Taxes (twice a year)
** Cash management
* Grant research - TBD more the better
* Mail (physical)
** Check every tuesday, or when we are expecting a package
* Email and mail communications - daily intermittant, 5-10 minute per email. less than one email a day
* Annual Inventory
** once a year, 3-4 while weekends
* Supply checking
** once a week? 5 minutes
* Drink checking / cash jar checking
** once a week? 5 minutes?
* Social Media admin (intermittant, check weekly? approve people kick spammers)
** Facebook
*** approve memeber requests and manage page and messages to page.
** Twitter
** Blog
** Newsletter
** Email Groups

Infrastructure Documentation

2019-09-06T04:21:55Z

Webmaster: Created page with "This page will document (or index documents) for the care and feeding of Hacksburg's varied infrastructure and communications. This documentation is not guaranteed to be curr..."

This page will document (or index documents) for the care and feeding of Hacksburg's varied infrastructure and communications.

This documentation is not guaranteed to be current. When in doubt, check with the Board before relying on it.

== Legal/Corporate Infrastructure ==
* [[Current Board Members]]
* [[Current Officers]]
* [[Annual Legal Procedures]]
* [[Inventory]]
* [[Running an Election]]
== Operational Infrastructure ==
* [[Pre-Membership Spiel]]
* [[Onboarding Procedures]]
* [[Equipment Intake]]
* [[Running a Meeting]]
* [[Planning an Event]]
== Online Infrastructure ==
* [[Overview]]
* On-Premises Services
** [[Entry System]]
** [[Workstation]]
** [[Octoprint]]
** [[Web Server]]
* Off-Premises Services
** [[Wiki]]
** [[github|Github and Github Pages (Main Website)]]
** [[Social Media]]
** [[google|G Suite (aka Google Apps)]]
** [[DNS Records]]

== Announcements ==
Announcements are currently sent out via the following channels:
* [http://hacksburg.org/ Hacksburg blog]
* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/405322866198425/ Facebook Group]

===== Web Presence =====
Hacksburg has two main servers:
* The Github Pages instance running Hacksburg's [[:blog]]
* A server at the space running everything else

Hacksburg also has a [https://twitter.com/hacksburg Twitter account], a [https://www.facebook.com/groups/405322866198425/ Facebook Group], a [https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/hacksburg Google Group], and a Pinterest page.

== Hardware ==
We used to keep track of inventory [Inventory|here], but we've since moved on. The top of that page has metadata about what's currently tracked by the inventory and what isn't.

Forms/Membership Application

2019-09-06T04:19:09Z

Webmaster:

Online Membership Application

This form is meant to be the online version of our paper membership application.

Filling out this form is only part of the membership process; please refer to our [[policy/Admissions|Admissions Policy]] for the full procedure.

Before filling out this application, please be sure to read the [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]], the [[policy/Space Rules|Space Rules]], and the [[policy/Bylaws|Bylaws]], and make sure you are comfortable agreeing with these terms.

{| class="wikitable"
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The text below is kept for reference
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<form>
action mail board@hacksburg.org
thanks "Thanks for your interest in becoming a member! The Board of Directors will receive your application shortly. In the meantime, now would be a good time to fill out the liability waiver and arrange payment of your membership dues."

fieldset "Personal information"
textbox "Name"
date "Date of Birth"
textbox "Address 1"
textbox "Address 2" !
textbox "City"
textbox "State"
textbox "ZIP Code" /\d{5}([ \-]\d{4})?/ "**You must enter a valid ZIP code here."

fieldset "Contact Info"
textbox "Phone Number"
yesno "This phone number can receive text messages" =phone_1_sms !phone_1_no_sms
textbox "Alternate Phone Number" !
yesno "This phone number can receive text messages" =phone_2_sms !phone_2_no_sms
email "Email Address"
email "Alternate Email Address" !
radio "Do you have an ACTIVE Hokie Passport? (active VT student/faculty/staff or CRC employee)" "Yes|No"

fieldset "Verifications"
static "To be considered for membership, you must affirm that all the statements made on this form are true and correct, and to agree to the terms of membership for Hacksburg. Please answer the questions below."

textbox "Do you affirm that the info on this form true and correct?"/^Yes$/ "**You must affirm this information is correct to be a member of Hacksburg."
textbox "Do you agree to be bound by the terms of the Hacksburg Community Agreement?"/^Yes$/ "**You must agree to this to be a member of Hacksburg."
textbox "Will you comply with all Hacksburg policies during your membership?"/^Yes$/ "**You must agree to this to be a member of Hacksburg."
textbox "Do you consent to being contacted by Hacksburg for official business?"/^Yes$/ "**You must consent to this to be a member of Hacksburg."

submit "Submit Membership Application"
</form>

Forms/PDFs

2019-09-06T04:18:34Z

Webmaster:

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== Forms ==
* [https://drive.google.com/a/hacksburg.org/file/d/0BwKLvnssPxhlTmFMenJ3WEZvNHM/ Membership Application]
* [https://drive.google.com/a/hacksburg.org/file/d/0BwKLvnssPxhlY2tRU05qYVNQTEU/ Equipment Intake Form]
* [https://drive.google.com/a/hacksburg.org/file/d/0BwKLvnssPxhlbGRYUHk3NHk3aGM/ Liability Waiver]

Forms/PDFs

2019-09-06T04:18:16Z

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== Forms ==
* [https://drive.google.com/a/hacksburg.org/file/d/0BwKLvnssPxhlTmFMenJ3WEZvNHM/ Membership Application]
* [https://drive.google.com/a/hacksburg.org/file/d/0BwKLvnssPxhlY2tRU05qYVNQTEU/ Equipment Intake Form]
* [https://drive.google.com/a/hacksburg.org/file/d/0BwKLvnssPxhlbGRYUHk3NHk3aGM/ Liability Waiver]

Forms/Event Request

2019-09-06T04:16:58Z

Webmaster: Created page with "This form can be used for requesting events to be held at Hacksburg. As a reminder, all events need to be approved by the Board of Directors before they can take place at Hack..."

This form can be used for requesting events to be held at Hacksburg. As a reminder, all events need to be approved by the Board of Directors before they can take place at Hacksburg.

All events at Hacksburg are subject to our [[policy/Events|Events Policy]]. '''You are expected to have read, understood, and agreed to the policy before filling out this form.'''

{| class="wikitable"
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<form>
action mail board@hacksburg.org
thanks "Thanks for your interest in donating equipment to us! The Board of Directors will receive your application shortly. They will be in touch to arrange transfer of the equipment to Hacksburg."

fieldset "Chief Organizer Information"
textbox "Name"
textbox "Organization (if applicable)" !
textbox "Address 1"
textbox "Address 2" !
textbox "City"
textbox "State"
textbox "ZIP Code" /\d{5}([ \-]\d{4})?/ "**You must enter a valid ZIP code here."

fieldset "Contact Info"
textbox "Phone Number"
yesno "This phone number can receive text messages" =phone_1_sms !phone_1_no_sms
textbox "Alternate Phone Number" !
yesno "This phone number can receive text messages" =phone_2_sms !phone_2_no_sms
email "Email Address"
email "Alternate Email Address" !
select "What is the best way to contact you?" "Phone|Email"

fieldset "Basic Event Information"
textbox "Event Name"
date "Start Date"
date "End Date (if multi-day event)" !
static "Depending on the access type of your event, you may need to schedule events multiple weeks in advance; see the Events Policy for details."
time "Start Time"
time "End Time"
static "When giving times for your event, please also include the time needed for event setup and teardown."

fieldset "Event Description"
select "Event Type" "Talk/Demonstration|Workshop|Conference|Competition|Other"
number "Number of attendees expected" >0
select "Event Access (see Events Policy)" "Public|Members Only|Restricted"
textbox "Name of Hacksburg Liaison (if required)" !
textbox "Names of other Organizers (if applicable)" !
textarea "Please provide a short description of your event."
textarea "Please describe any special needs or setup that this event requires."

fieldset "Verifications"
static "To submit this event request to the Board of Directors, please verify the following:"
textbox "Do you affirm that this event complies with Hacksburg's Events Policy?:"/^Yes$/ "**You must affirm this to hold an event at Hacksburg."
textbox "Do you affirm that this event will comply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations?:"/^Yes$/ "**You must affirm this to hold an event at Hacksburg."
textbox "Do you take responsibility for all fees required by Hacksburg for this event?"/^Yes$/ "**You must agree to this to hold an event at Hacksburg."
static "As Chief Organizer of this event, you are required to follow all Hacksburg policies while the events is taking place, and to require your fellow Organizers and your event's attendees to do the same. This includes, but is not limited to, the bar on the use of Hacksburg's equipment, aside from tables and chairs, except by members of Hacksburg properly trained in their use."
textbox "Do you agree to enforce Hacksburg's policies at the event, including the equipment policy?"/^Yes$/ "**You must agree to this to hold an event at Hacksburg."
static "As Chief Organizer, you will be held fully responsible for the conduct of your fellow Organizers and the attendees of your event while they are at Hacksburg. In addition, you will be held fully and solely liable for any damage inflicted on Hacksburg by you, your fellow Organizers, or your event's attendees while the event is in progress."
textbox "Do you take responsibility for the conduct of your Organizers and attendees?"/^Yes$/ "**You must agree to this to hold an event at Hacksburg."
textbox "Do you agree to be held fully and solely liable for any damage inflicted by your event on Hacksburg?"/^Yes$/ "**You must agree to this to hold an event at Hacksburg."

submit "Submit Request"
</form>

Forms/Equipment Loan

2019-09-06T04:15:38Z

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{| class="wikitable"
! The online form is broken due to wiki migration. It will be fixed ASAP, but please contact [mailto:board@hacksburg.org board@hacksburg.org] until then.

The text below is kept for reference
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<form>
action mail board@hacksburg.org
thanks "Thanks for your interest in loaning us equipment! The Board of Directors will receive your application shortly. They will be in touch to arrange transfer of the equipment to Hacksburg."

fieldset "Personal information"
textbox "Name"
textbox "Organization (if applicable)" !
textbox "Address 1"
textbox "Address 2" !
textbox "City"
textbox "State"
textbox "ZIP Code" /\d{5}([ \-]\d{4})?/ "**You must enter a valid ZIP code here."

fieldset "Contact Info"
textbox "Phone Number"
yesno "This phone number can receive text messages" =phone_1_sms !phone_1_no_sms
textbox "Alternate Phone Number" !
yesno "This phone number can receive text messages" =phone_2_sms !phone_2_no_sms
email "Email Address"
email "Alternate Email Address" !
select "What is the best way to contact you?" "Phone|Email"

fieldset "Equipment Information"
textarea "Please describe the equipment you are loaning to Hacksburg."
date "If applicable, please set the date on which you wish to end loaning this equipment to Hacksburg." !
static "Note: If you set an end date, you must make arrangements to pick up your equipment within 14 days after the end date."
textarea "Please describe any issues with the equipment that may interfere with its normal operation or cause safety hazards." !
textarea "Please describe any conditions you wish to place on the use of this equipment." !

fieldset "Verifications"
static "To complete this application, please verify the following:"
static "To loan the equipment being described to Hacksburg, you must be legally authorized to do so, either by being the sole owner of the equipment or being authorized by all legal owners of the equipment to loan it."
textbox "Do you affirm your legal authorization to loan this equipment to Hacksburg?:"/^Yes$/ "**You must affirm this to loan equipment to Hacksburg."
textbox "Do you agree to loan this equipment to Hacksburg under the conditions stated above? "/^Yes$/ "**You must agree to this to loan equipment to Hacksburg."
static "To loan equipment to Hacksburg, you must agree to relocate or remove the equipment at the request of Hacksburg's Board of Directors, or at the end of the loan period, whichever comes first. Failure to do so within 14 days of the end of the loan period or a request to do so by Hacksburg's Board of Directors will cause the equipment to become property of Hacksburg, to do with as its Board of Directors see fit."
textbox "Do you agree to move or remove the loaned equipment at the Board's request?"/^Yes$/ "**You must agree to this to loan equipment to Hacksburg."
textbox "Do you understand and accept the penalty for ignoring the Board's request to move or remove loaned equipment?"/^Yes$/ "**You must agree to this to loan equipment to Hacksburg."

submit "Submit Form"
</form>

Forms/Equipment Donation

2019-09-06T04:14:19Z

Forms/Membership Application

2019-09-06T04:12:31Z

Webmaster: Created page with "Online Membership Application This form is meant to be the online version of our paper membership application. Filling out this form is only part of the membership process;..."

Online Membership Application

This form is meant to be the online version of our paper membership application.

Filling out this form is only part of the membership process; please refer to our [[policy/Admissions|Admissions Policy]] for the full procedure.

Before filling out this application, please be sure to read the [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]], the [[policy/Space Rules|Space Rules]], and the [[policy/Bylaws|Bylaws]], and make sure you are comfortable agreeing with these terms.

{| class="wikitable"
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<form>
action mail board@hacksburg.org
thanks "Thanks for your interest in becoming a member! The Board of Directors will receive your application shortly. In the meantime, now would be a good time to fill out the liability waiver and arrange payment of your membership dues."

fieldset "Personal information"
textbox "Name"
date "Date of Birth"
textbox "Address 1"
textbox "Address 2" !
textbox "City"
textbox "State"
textbox "ZIP Code" /\d{5}([ \-]\d{4})?/ "**You must enter a valid ZIP code here."

fieldset "Contact Info"
textbox "Phone Number"
yesno "This phone number can receive text messages" =phone_1_sms !phone_1_no_sms
textbox "Alternate Phone Number" !
yesno "This phone number can receive text messages" =phone_2_sms !phone_2_no_sms
email "Email Address"
email "Alternate Email Address" !
radio "Do you have an ACTIVE Hokie Passport? (active VT student/faculty/staff or CRC employee)" "Yes|No"

fieldset "Verifications"
static "To be considered for membership, you must affirm that all the statements made on this form are true and correct, and to agree to the terms of membership for Hacksburg. Please answer the questions below."

textbox "Do you affirm that the info on this form true and correct?"/^Yes$/ "**You must affirm this information is correct to be a member of Hacksburg."
textbox "Do you agree to be bound by the terms of the Hacksburg Community Agreement?"/^Yes$/ "**You must agree to this to be a member of Hacksburg."
textbox "Will you comply with all Hacksburg policies during your membership?"/^Yes$/ "**You must agree to this to be a member of Hacksburg."
textbox "Do you consent to being contacted by Hacksburg for official business?"/^Yes$/ "**You must consent to this to be a member of Hacksburg."

submit "Submit Membership Application"
</form>

Policy/Bylaws v1

2019-09-06T04:07:26Z

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This is the original, nonbinding version of the bylaws, here for archival purposes only. The current bylaws can be found [[policy/Bylaws|here]].

'''Note''': Formatting may be incorrect due to transfer from previous wiki.

======Bylaws======
A quick [https://www.google.com/search?q=hackerspace+bylaws web search] reveals that many, maybe even most hackerspaces have their bylaws on the web.

* [http://wiki.splatspace.org/index.php/Bylaws Splat Space]] in Raleigh/Durham
* [http://atxhackerspace.org/wiki/ByLaws ATX Hackerspace]] in Austin
* [http://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Bylaws Pumping Station: One]] in Chicago

The hackerspaces wiki has a [http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Documentation#Bylaws_and_Regulations slightly longer list] as well. These, coupled with a vision of the organizational structure and mission of Hacksburg, could be very useful as a starting point for our own bylaws.

'''Note that this document is a draft only, and has not yet been adopted.'''

=====Article I : Why We Exist======
====Section 1: Mission Statement====

Hacksburg exists to promote creativity, collaboration, research, and experimentation in science, technology, and the arts. To these ends, Hacksburg provides the following:

* A collegial social framework for members to find others of similar interest;
* A communal space, well-stocked and maintained, for its members to collaborate and work on projects; and
* Events to promote an exchange of information and knowledge between its members and the community.

====Section 2: Location====

# Hacksburg shall maintain a registered office and a registered agent in the state of Virginia.
# The registered office shall be the location of Hacksburg's physical workspace.
# In the event of Hacksburg lacking a physical workspace, the registered office shall be determined by the Board of Directors.

=====Article II: Membership=====
====Section 1: Membership Classes and Definitions====
Hacksburg has the following classes of membership:
# '''Directors''' are members of Hacksburg's Board of Directors. They are entitled to three votes in corporate decisions.
# '''Full Members''' are members of Hacksburg who are entitled to one vote in corporate decisions.
# '''Associate Members''' are members who are not entitled to a vote in corporate decisions.
# The Full Members and Associate Members make up the '''General Membership''' of Hacksburg.
# Directors and Full Members make up the '''Voting Membership''' of Hacksburg.
# The Voting Membership and the Associate Members make up the '''Total Membership''' of Hacksburg.
====Section 2: Qualifications====

Membership in Hacksburg is open to natural persons meeting the following criteria:
# The person is of the age of majority in Virginia.
# The person supports the aims of Hacksburg as stated in Article I and/or the Articles of Incorporation.
# The person agrees to be bound by the terms of the [[Community Agreement]].
# The person agrees to pay membership dues as per Section 4.

====Section 3: Admission====
A person shall be admitted to the General Membership of Hacksburg when the person submits a completed copy of Hacksburg's membership application and pays membership dues as per Section 4.

====Section 4: Membership Dues====
# The dues structure for Hacksburg shall be noted in the table below.
# Terms for all membership dues, unless otherwise noted, shall be contiguous.
# The term for a given payment of dues shall start on the first day on which payment is received.

^ Membership Dues Structure ^^^
^ Membership Term ^ Membership Rate (USD) ^ Membership Class ^
| 12 months | $300.00 | Full |
| 6 months | $180.00 | Full |
| 3 months | $120.00 | Full |
| 1 month | $50.00 | Full |
| 5 days (non-contiguous) | $25.00 | Associate |

====Section 4: Rights, Privileges, and Responsibilities====

# Each member may exercise the votes they possess for each decision before the General Membership.
# Each member may use the common facilities as their access allows.
# Each member may use Hacksburg's common equipment, subject to the safety policies associated with the equipment.
# Each member is responsible for continuing to support the purposes of the corporation.
# Each member is responsible for abiding by the [[Community Agreement]] and associated Hacksburg policies.
# Each member is responsible for paying dues in a timely fashion.
# Each member is responsible for the conduct of their guests at the space.
# A member of Hacksburg is not, as such, personally liable for the debts, liabilities, or obligations of Hacksburg.
# No member may transfer a membership or any right, privilege, or responsibility arising therefrom.

====Section 5: Membership Resignation, Termination, and Refunds====
# Any member may resign by filing a written resignation with the Board of Directors or the Secretary.
# Resignation shall not relieve a voting member of dues in arrears or other monies owed.
# Membership may be suspended at any time for non-payment of dues.
# Membership may be sanctioned for violations of the [[Community Agreement]] by the Board of Directors.
# In cases where membership is suspended or terminated with cause, any membership dues for the period the member is under sanction are forfeit to Hacksburg and will not be refunded.
# In the case where a member has resigned their membership, dues will be refunded for the unused portion of their membership, rounded down to the month.
# Memberships lasting less than one month will not be refunded under any circumstances.

=====Article III: Officers=====

====Section 1: Existence, Liability, and Compensation====
# There shall exist Officers, elected from the General Membership, who shall conduct business on behalf of Hacksburg as stated below.
# An Officer of Hacksburg is not, as such, personally liable for the debts, liabilities, or obligations of Hacksburg.
# No Officer may be compensated for their service as a Officer, excepting reasonable reimbursement or advancement of expenses incurred in the course of their duties.
# The corporation may provide insurance and indemnity for Officers as allowed by law.

====Section 2: Standing Offices====
Unless otherwise noted, the following shall govern the qualification, election, and privileges of Standing Offices:
# Anyone who is a Full Member in good standing, including the Board of Directors, is eligible to fill a Standing Office.
# If they are not on the Board of Directors, members occupying Standing Offices shall have three (3) votes for purposes of voting on corporate business.
# Standing Offices shall be filled either by volunteers from the Board of Directors or by election as stipulated in Article VI.
# If more than one eligible volunteer exists, the holder of the office shall be chosen by election.
# The term of each Standing Office shall end on the day of the next General Election.

===Treasurer===
# The Treasurer shall be responsible for the following:
# The handling of the finances of Hacksburg in accordance with the will of its membership.
# The maintenance of the company's books and the filing of tax information as needed.
# The collection of dues from the total membership, and for informing the Secretary which members have dues in arrears.
# The reporting on Hacksburg's finances, during each Annual Meeting and as requested by the Board of Directors.

===Secretary===
# The Secretary shall be responsible for the following:
# The recording of minutes of Hacksburg meetings.
# The maintenance of the lists of members comprising the General Membership.
# The keeping of individual membership records, including legal paperwork and copies of all official correspondence with members.
# The conduction of the elections of Hacksburg as detailed in Article VI unless there is a conflict of interest.
# The posting of notices of meetings per Article V, Section 5.

===Safety Officer===
# The Safety Officer shall ensure that Hacksburg is in compliance with all laws and regulations regarding equipment and facility safety.
# The Safety Officer shall maintain and keep up-to-date Hacksburg's [[policy:safety:start|safety policies]].
# The Safety Officer shall be responsible for developing best practices for operation of common equipment, and promulgating those practices to the other members.
# The Safety Officer shall be responsible for verifying that members using common equipment have been trained on the best practices for that equipment.

===Steward===
# Stewards shall be in the space during office hours they designate to do the following:
# Allow uncarded access into the building, and
# Verify that people using equipment have gone through the necessary training.
# Stewards are not supervisory positions, and are not responsible for anyone else's safety beyond what responsibility all members have.
# Full Members may become Stewards by requesting to volunteer as such, including proposed office hours, to the Board of Directors. The Board will then put the request on the agenda at the next Regular Meeting, where it may be granted by a majority vote of the membership.
# Stewards serve until they resign or are removed per Section 4.
# Stewards do not, by virtue of their office, enjoy voting privileges beyond that which their membership already allows.

====Section 3: Provisional Offices====
# Provisional Offices may be created by the Board of Directors on an as-needed basis.
# Provisional Offices may be filled by appointment of the Board of Directors.
# Provisional Offices may exist for a maximum contiguous period of two years; after that, it must either be dissolved or converted to a Standing Office by a modification of the Bylaws.
# Officers occupying Provisional Offices do not receive voting rights beyond that which their membership already allows.

====Section 4: Resignation and Removal====
# Officers may resign their office by filing a written resignation to the Board of Directors.
# Officers may be removed for violations of the [[Community Agreement]] or other Hacksburg policies as determined by the Board of Directors.
# Officers may be removed from office by a no-confidence vote of a two-thirds majority of a Special Meeting called for that purpose.
# Removal of an Officer in this manner does not strip them of membership.

=====Article IV: The Board of Directors=====

====Section 1: Definition and Composition====
There shall be a Board of Directors that is composed of no less than three (3) but no more than seven (7) persons. Such persons shall be known individually as Directors.

====Section 2: Qualifications====
# Directors shall be natural persons.
# Directors shall be the age of majority in Virginia.
# Directors shall be Full Members in good standing.

====Section 3: Duties and Privileges====
# The Board of Directors shall ensure that the corporation is acting in line with its mission as stated in its Articles of Incorporation.
# The Board of Directors shall hear complaints of violations of the [[Community Agreement]] or other Hacksburg policies as needed, and may sanction members for these violations as appropriate.
# The Board of Directors shall deal with routine business operations on behalf of the corporation, and authorize others to deal with such matters as appropriate.
# The Board of Directors may make the following spending decisions:
# Spending money from the general fund necessary to keep Hacksburg's property in good working order and functioning in fulfillment of Hacksburg's mission.
# Spending money from the general fund on infrastructure improvements requiring outlays less than $200.
# Spending money from the general fund to obtain advice and services for the management of the organization or the fulfillment of the organization's mission.
# Spending money from any funds donated for a specific purpose.
# The Board of Directors may overrule any decision by the General Membership by a 2/3 vote of all Directors at a Board Meeting.
# Directors shall have three votes for the purposes of voting on corporate business.

====Section 4: Compensation and Indemnity====
# No Director may be compensated for their service as a Director, excepting reasonable reimbursement or advancement of expenses incurred in the course of their duties.
# The corporation may provide insurance and indemnity for Directors as allowed by law.

====Section 5: Elections====
# Any member who has been a Full Member for a contiguous period of at least one year and one day, and whose membership has been in good standing for the same time period, shall be eligible to stand for election to a vacant Director position.
# Elections for vacant Director positions shall be conducted by Special Election in accordance with Article VI.

====Section 6: Term of Office, Resignation and Removal====
# Directors serve until they are unable to discharge the duties of the office, resign, or are removed.
# A Director may resign by filing a written resignation with the Secretary or the remaining Directors.
# A Director may be removed from office by one of the following methods:
# A two-thirds vote of the remainder of the Board of Directors.
# A no-confidence resolution passed by two-thirds of the votes in attendance at a Special Meeting organized for that purpose.
# Having their membership suspended or terminated for a violation of the [[Community Agreement]] or other Hacksburg policy by the remaining Board of Directors.

=====Article V: Meetings=====

====Section 1: Regular Meetings====
# Regular meetings of members shall be held every Tuesday at 20:00 at a location specified by the Board of Directors.
# Members may participate electronically via established channels (e.g. conference call).
# Regular meetings shall not take place on the day before, upon, or after a federal holiday unless specifically approved at the prior regular meeting or annual meeting.
# Specific Regular Meetings may be cancelled by the Board of Directors.

====Section 2: Board Meetings====
# The Board of Directors shall meet when necessary, provided that due notice is given per Section 5.
# The notice shall give the time and place of the meeting as well as the general reasons for the meeting.
# All members may attend Board Meetings.
# Unless specified otherwise in these Bylaws, nobody besides the Directors at a Board Meeting may speak unless invited to by a Director.
# Minutes of each board meeting shall be kept on record at the registered office and electronically distributed to members within 48 hours.

====Section 3: Annual Meetings====
# An Annual Meeting of all members shall take place sometime in October, November, or December.
# The Board of Directors shall select the date, time and place no later than September 15th of each year.
# Due notice of the Annual Meeting must be given in accordance with Section 5.
# A petition signed by at least 75% of voting members and submitted to the Board of Directors at least 24 hours before the meeting takes place may specify a new date, time and place for the annual meeting, provided that the meeting date is at least fourteen (14) days after the receipt of the petition by the Board.
# At the annual meeting, the voting members shall fill Standing Offices, review these Bylaws, receive reports on the activities of the corporation, review and approve the budget, and entertain any proposals germane to the corporation's mission.

====Section 4: Special Meetings====
# A petition presented to all voting members and signed by 25% of voting members may call a special meeting.
# Due notice of the Special Meeting must be given in accordance with Section 5.
# A petition signed by at least two-thirds of voting members and submitted to the Board of Directors may specify a new date, time and place for the Special meeting, provided that the meeting date is at least fourteen (14) days after the receipt of the petition by the Board.

====Section 5: Notice of Meetings====
# The time and place of upcoming meetings shall be conspicuously posted at the registered office and electronically sent to all voting members.
# The content of notices shall include the following:
# The date and time of the meeting.
# The location of the meeting.
# The agenda for the meeting.
# No notice is required for a regular meeting.
# Notice of meetings of the Board of Directors must be disseminated at least 24 hours in advance.
# Notice of the Annual Meeting must be disseminated no less than 14 days in advance.
# Notice of Special Meetings must be disseminated no less than 10, but not more than 60, days in advance.

====Section 6: Quorum====
# For Regular and Special Meetings, at least 25% of the entire voting membership shall constitute a quorum.
# For Board Meetings, a simple majority of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum.

====Section 7: Voting====
# When a quorum is present at a duly held meeting, all issues, except when otherwise specified in these bylaws, shall be decided by affirmative vote of more than 50% of the total votes of those present.
# A decision made by the Board of Directors in accordance with Article IV, Section 3.5 shall take precedence over a decision made by the General Membership.
# The General Membership may override a decision of the Board of Directors by affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of the votes of the Voting Membership at a duly held meeting.
# The Board of Directors may not vote in an overriding motion.
# A voting member may vote by proxy via authenticated means (e.g. PGP signed email), provided that the vote is known in advance and that the Secretary receives the authenticated proxy vote before the start of the meeting.

=====Article VI: Elections=====
====Section 1: General Elections====
# General Elections for vacant positions are held at Annual Meetings.
# Any eligible member may stand for election to any vacant position by submitting a written notice with the Secretary or by announcing their candidacy at the Annual Meeting.
# Candidates for office shall be announced in the notice of the Annual Meeting, provided that they are known to the Secretary prior to the transmission of said notice.

====Section 2: Special Elections====
# A Special Meeting may be called for the purpose of conducting a Special Election as required under the Bylaws.
# Any eligible member may stand for election to any vacant position by submitting a written notice with the Board of Directors or by announcing their candidacy at the Special Meeting.

====Section 3: Election Procedure====
The procedure for the election of a person to each vacant position shall be as follows:
# The presiding officer for the election shall announce the position to be filled and the current candidates.
# The presiding officer shall entertain any final candidacies.
# If, for a given position, there are a number of candidates such that there is no contest for the seat, then that candidate may be elected by acclamation.
# Otherwise, each candidate shall have equal time, the length of which to be determined by the presiding officer, to give remarks on their candidacy to the meeting attendees.
# After remarks, voting shall commence. Voting shall be done by secret ballot.
# The members shall rank the candidates in order of preference, with Rank 1 assigned to their first-choice preferences, Rank 2 to their second, and so on. The same preference may be given to multiple candidates.
# Ballots shall be counted with the number of votes according to the caster's entitlement; a Director's ballot would count for 6 votes, for example.
# The winner of the election shall be the top-ranked candidate as selected by the [[wp>Schulze Method|Schulze Method]]. If there are multiple positions, the winners shall be selected from the top of the list of ranked candidates until all positions are filled.

=====Article VII: Dissolution=====

# In the event of the dissolution of Hacksburg, the remaining voting members shall vote on beneficiaries to receive all remaining assets of the organization.
# All donations shall go to nonprofit entities registered under section 501( c)(3) of the US Internal Revenue Code.

=====Article VIII: Amendments and Severability=====

# These bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds majority of the votes cast at a Special Meeting held for that purpose.
# If any provisions of these Bylaws are found to be legally unenforceable, then the remainder of the Bylaws not so affected shall remain in force.

Policy/Proposed Bylaws Changes 2015-12-01

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On December 1, 2015, these changes were passed with a unanimous vote of the members in a Special Meeting.

Removals are <del>stricken out</del>, additions are in **//bold italic.//**

======Bylaws======

=====Article I : Why We Exist======
====Section 1: Mission Statement====

Hacksburg exists to promote creativity, collaboration, research, and experimentation in science, technology, and the arts. To these ends, Hacksburg provides the following:

* A collegial social framework for members to find others of similar interest;
* A communal space, well-stocked and maintained, for its members to collaborate and work on projects; and
* Events to promote an exchange of information and knowledge between its members and the community.

====Section 2: Location====

- Hacksburg shall maintain a registered office and a registered agent in the state of Virginia.
- The registered office shall be the location of Hacksburg's physical workspace.
- In the event of Hacksburg lacking a physical workspace, the registered office shall be determined by the Board of Directors.

=====Article II: Membership=====
====Section 1: Membership Classes and Definitions====
Hacksburg has the following classes of membership:
- **Directors** are members of Hacksburg's Board of Directors. They are entitled to three votes in corporate decisions.
- **Full Members** are members of Hacksburg who are entitled to one vote in corporate decisions.
- **Associate Members** are members who are not entitled to a vote in corporate decisions.
- The Full Members and Associate Members make up the **General Membership** of Hacksburg.
- Directors and Full Members make up the **Voting Membership** of Hacksburg.
- The Voting Membership and the Associate Members make up the **Total Membership** of Hacksburg.
====Section 2: Qualifications====

Membership in Hacksburg is open to natural persons meeting the following criteria:
- The person is of the age of majority in Virginia.
- The person supports the aims of Hacksburg as stated in Article I and/or the Articles of Incorporation.
- The person agrees to be bound by the terms of the [[Community Agreement]].
- The person agrees to pay membership dues as per Section 4.

====Section 3: Admission====
- A person shall be admitted to the General Membership of Hacksburg when the person <del>submits a completed copy of Hacksburg's membership application and pays membership dues as per Section 4</del> **//satisfies the admission requirements as listed in the [[admissions|Admissions Policy]]//**.

====Section 4: Membership Dues====
- The dues structure for Hacksburg shall be defined <del>in the table below</del> **//in the Admissions Policy//**.
- Terms for all membership dues, unless otherwise noted, shall be contiguous.
- The term for a given payment of dues shall start on the first day on which payment is received.

**//Table of dues deleted.//**

====Section 4: Rights, Privileges, and Responsibilities====

- Each member may exercise the votes they possess for each decision before the General Membership.
- Each member may use the common facilities as their access allows.
- Each member may use Hacksburg's common equipment, subject to the safety policies associated with the equipment.
- Each member is responsible for continuing to support the purposes of the corporation.
- Each member is responsible for abiding by the [[Community Agreement]] and associated Hacksburg policies.
- Each member is responsible for paying dues in a timely fashion.
- Each member is responsible for the conduct of their guests at the space.
- A member of Hacksburg is not, as such, personally liable for the debts, liabilities, or obligations of Hacksburg.
- No member may transfer a membership or any right, privilege, or responsibility arising therefrom.

====Section 5: Membership Resignation, Termination, and Refunds====
- Any member may resign by <del>filing a written resignation with</del> **//notifying//** the Board of Directors or the Secretary.
- Resignation shall not relieve a voting member of dues in arrears or other monies owed.
- Membership may be suspended at any time for non-payment of dues.
- Membership may be sanctioned for violations of the [[Community Agreement]] by the Board of Directors.
- In cases where membership is suspended or terminated with cause, any membership dues for the period the member is under sanction are forfeit to Hacksburg and will not be refunded.
- In the case where a member has resigned their membership, dues will be refunded for the unused portion of their membership, rounded down to the month.
- Memberships lasting less than one month will not be refunded under any circumstances.

=====Article III: Officers=====

====Section 1: Existence, Liability, and Compensation====
- There shall exist Officers, elected from the General Membership, who shall conduct business on behalf of Hacksburg as stated below.
- An Officer of Hacksburg is not, as such, personally liable for the debts, liabilities, or obligations of Hacksburg.
- No Officer may be compensated for their service as a Officer, excepting reasonable reimbursement or advancement of expenses incurred in the course of their duties.
- The corporation may provide insurance and indemnity for Officers as allowed by law.

====Section 2: Standing Offices====
Unless otherwise noted, the following shall govern the qualification, election, and privileges of Standing Offices:
- Anyone who is a Full Member in good standing, including the Board of Directors, is eligible to fill a Standing Office.
- If they are not on the Board of Directors, members occupying Standing Offices shall have three (3) votes for purposes of voting on corporate business.
- Standing Offices shall be filled either by volunteers from the Board of Directors or by election as stipulated in Article VI.
- If more than one eligible volunteer exists, the holder of the office shall be chosen by election.
- The term of each Standing Office shall end on the day of the next General Election.

===Treasurer===
- The Treasurer shall be responsible for the following:
- The handling of the finances of Hacksburg in accordance with the will of its membership.
- The maintenance of the company's books and the filing of tax information as needed.
- The collection of dues from the total membership, and for informing the Secretary which members have dues in arrears.
- The reporting on Hacksburg's finances, during each Annual Meeting and as requested by the Board of Directors.

===Secretary===
- The Secretary shall be responsible for the following:
- The recording of minutes of Hacksburg meetings.
- The maintenance of the lists of members comprising the General Membership.
- The keeping of individual membership records, including legal paperwork and copies of all official correspondence with members.
- The conduction of the elections of Hacksburg as detailed in Article VI unless there is a conflict of interest.
- The posting of notices of meetings per Article V, Section 5.

===Safety Officer===
- The Safety Officer shall ensure that Hacksburg is in compliance with all laws and regulations regarding equipment and facility safety.
- The Safety Officer shall maintain and keep up-to-date Hacksburg's [[policy:safety:start|safety policies]].
- The Safety Officer shall be responsible for developing best practices for operation of common equipment, and promulgating those practices to the other members.
- The Safety Officer shall be responsible for verifying that members using common equipment have been trained on the best practices for that equipment.

===Steward (abolished)===
- <del>Stewards shall be in the space during office hours they designate to do the following:</del>
- <del>Allow uncarded access into the building, and</del>
- <del>Verify that people using equipment have gone through the necessary training.</del>
- <del>Stewards are not supervisory positions, and are not responsible for anyone else's safety beyond what responsibility all members have.</del>
- <del>Full Members may become Stewards by requesting to volunteer as such, including proposed office hours, to the Board of Directors. The Board will then put the request on the agenda at the next Regular Meeting, where it may be granted by a majority vote of the membership.</del>
- <del>Stewards serve until they resign or are removed per Section 4.</del>
- <del>Stewards do not, by virtue of their office, enjoy voting privileges beyond that which their membership already allows.</del>

====Section 3: Provisional Offices====
- Provisional Offices may be created by the Board of Directors on an as-needed basis.
- Provisional Offices may be filled by appointment of the Board of Directors.
- Provisional Offices may exist for a maximum contiguous period of two years; after that, it must either be dissolved or converted to a Standing Office by a modification of the Bylaws.
- Officers occupying Provisional Offices do not receive voting rights beyond that which their membership already allows.

====Section 4: Resignation and Removal====
- Officers may resign their office by filing a written resignation <del>to</del> **//with//** the Board of Directors.
- Officers may be removed for violations of the [[Community Agreement]] or other Hacksburg policies as determined by the Board of Directors.
- Officers may be removed from office by a no-confidence vote of a two-thirds majority of a Special Meeting called for that purpose.
- Removal of an Officer in this manner does not strip them of membership.

=====Article IV: The Board of Directors=====

====Section 1: Definition and Composition====
There shall be a Board of Directors that is composed of no less than three (3) but no more than seven (7) persons. Such persons shall be known individually as Directors.

====Section 2: Qualifications====
- Directors shall be natural persons.
- Directors shall be the age of majority in Virginia.
- Directors shall be Full Members in good standing.

====Section 3: Duties and Privileges====
- The Board of Directors shall ensure that the corporation is acting in line with its mission as stated in its Articles of Incorporation.
- The Board of Directors shall hear complaints of violations of the [[Community Agreement]] or other Hacksburg policies as needed, and may sanction members for these violations as appropriate.
- The Board of Directors shall deal with routine business operations on behalf of the corporation, and authorize others to deal with such matters as appropriate.
- The Board of Directors may make the following spending decisions:
- Spending money from the general fund necessary to keep Hacksburg's property in good working order and functioning in fulfillment of Hacksburg's mission.
- Spending money from the general fund on infrastructure improvements requiring outlays less than $200.
- Spending money from the general fund to obtain advice and services for the management of the organization or the fulfillment of the organization's mission.
- Spending money from any funds donated for a specific purpose.
- The Board of Directors may overrule any decision by the General Membership by a 2/3 vote of all Directors at a Board Meeting.
- Directors shall have three votes for the purposes of voting on corporate business.

====Section 4: Compensation and Indemnity====
- No Director may be compensated for their service as a Director, excepting reasonable reimbursement or advancement of expenses incurred in the course of their duties.
- The corporation may provide insurance and indemnity for Directors as allowed by law.

====Section 5: Elections====
- Any member who has been a Full Member for a contiguous period of at least one <del>year and one day</del> **//month//**, and whose membership has been in good standing for the same time period, shall be eligible to stand for election to a vacant Director position.
- Elections for vacant Director positions shall be conducted by Special Election in accordance with Article VI.

====Section 6: Term of Office, Resignation and Removal====
- Directors serve until they are unable to discharge the duties of the office, resign, or are removed.
- A Director may resign by filing a written resignation with the Secretary or the remaining Directors.
- A Director may be removed from office by one of the following methods:
- A two-thirds vote of the remainder of the Board of Directors.
- A no-confidence resolution passed by two-thirds of the votes in attendance at a Special Meeting organized for that purpose.
- Having their membership suspended or terminated for a violation of the [[Community Agreement]] or other Hacksburg policy by the remaining Board of Directors.

=====Article V: Meetings=====

====Section 1: Regular Meetings====
- Regular meetings of members shall be held <del>every Tuesday at 20:00</del> **//at least once per week//** at a **//time and //** location specified by the Board of Directors.
- Members may participate electronically via established channels (e.g. conference call).
- Regular meetings shall not take place on the day before, upon, or after a federal holiday unless specifically approved at the prior regular meeting or annual meeting.
- Specific Regular Meetings may be cancelled by the Board of Directors.

====Section 2: Board Meetings====
- The Board of Directors shall meet when necessary, provided that due notice is given per Section 5.
- The notice shall give the time and place of the meeting as well as the general reasons for the meeting.
- All members may attend Board Meetings.
- Unless specified otherwise in these Bylaws, nobody besides the Directors at a Board Meeting may speak unless invited to by a Director.
- Minutes of each board meeting shall be kept on record at the registered office and electronically distributed to members within 48 hours.

====Section 3: Annual Meetings====
- An Annual Meeting of all members shall take place <del>sometime in October, November, or December</del> **//once per calendar year//**.
- The Board of Directors shall select the date, time and place <del>no later than September 15th of each year.</del> **//of the Annual Meeting.//**
- Due notice of the Annual Meeting must be given in accordance with Section 5.
- A petition signed by at least 75% of voting members and submitted to the Board of Directors at least 24 hours before the meeting takes place may specify a new date, time and place for the annual meeting, provided that the meeting date is at least fourteen (14) days after the receipt of the petition by the Board.
- At the annual meeting, the voting members shall fill Standing Offices, review these Bylaws, receive reports on the activities of the corporation, review and approve the budget, and entertain any proposals germane to the corporation's mission.

====Section 4: Special Meetings====
- A petition presented to all voting members and signed by 25% of voting members may call a special meeting.
- Due notice of the Special Meeting must be given in accordance with Section 5.
- A petition signed by at least two-thirds of voting members and submitted to the Board of Directors may specify a new date, time and place for the Special meeting, provided that the meeting date is at least fourteen (14) days after the receipt of the petition by the Board.

====Section 5: Notice of Meetings====
- The time and place of upcoming meetings shall be conspicuously posted at the registered office and electronically sent to all voting members.
- The content of notices shall include the following:
- The date and time of the meeting.
- The location of the meeting.
- The agenda for the meeting.
- No notice is required for a regular meeting.
- Notice of meetings of the Board of Directors must be disseminated at least 24 hours in advance.
- Notice of the Annual Meeting must be disseminated no less than 14 days in advance.
- Notice of Special Meetings must be disseminated no less than 10, but not more than 60, days in advance.

====Section 6: Quorum====
- For Regular and Special Meetings, at least 25% of the entire voting membership shall constitute a quorum.
- For Board Meetings, a simple majority of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum.

====Section 7: Voting====
- When a quorum is present at a duly held meeting, all issues, except when otherwise specified in these bylaws, shall be decided by affirmative vote of more than 50% of the total votes of those present.
- A decision made by the Board of Directors in accordance with Article IV, Section 3.5 shall take precedence over a decision made by the General Membership.
- The General Membership may override a decision of the Board of Directors by affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of the votes of the Voting Membership at a duly held meeting.
- The Board of Directors may not vote in an overriding motion.
- A voting member may vote by proxy via authenticated means (e.g. PGP signed email), provided that the vote is known in advance and that the Secretary receives the authenticated proxy vote before the start of the meeting.

=====Article VI: Elections=====
====Section 1: General Elections====
- General Elections for vacant positions are held at Annual Meetings.
- Any eligible member may stand for election to any vacant position by submitting a written notice with the Secretary or by announcing their candidacy at the Annual Meeting.
- Candidates for office shall be announced in the notice of the Annual Meeting, provided that they are known to the Secretary prior to the transmission of said notice.

====Section 2: Special Elections====
- A Special Meeting may be called for the purpose of conducting a Special Election as required under the Bylaws.
- Any eligible member may stand for election to any vacant position by submitting a written notice with the Board of Directors or by announcing their candidacy at the Special Meeting.

====Section 3: Election Procedure====
The procedure for the election of a person to each vacant position shall be as follows:
- The presiding officer for the election shall announce the position to be filled and the current candidates.
- The presiding officer shall entertain any final candidacies.
- If, for a given position, there are a number of candidates such that there is no contest for the seat, then that candidate may be elected by acclamation.
- Otherwise, each candidate shall have equal time, the length of which to be determined by the presiding officer, to give remarks on their candidacy to the meeting attendees.
- After remarks, voting shall commence. Voting shall be done by secret ballot.
- The members shall rank the candidates in order of preference, with Rank 1 assigned to their first-choice preferences, Rank 2 to their second, and so on. The same preference may be given to multiple candidates.
- Ballots shall be counted with the number of votes according to the caster's entitlement; a Director's ballot would count for <del>6</del> **//three//** votes, for example.
- The winner of the election shall be the top-ranked candidate as selected by the [[wp>Schulze Method|Schulze Method]]. If there are multiple positions, the winners shall be selected from the top of the list of ranked candidates until all positions are filled.

=====Article VII: Dissolution=====

- In the event of the dissolution of Hacksburg, the remaining voting members shall vote on beneficiaries to receive all remaining assets of the organization.
- All <del>donations</del> **//beneficiaries//** shall <del>go to</del> **//be//** nonprofit entities registered under section 501( c)(3) of the US Internal Revenue Code.

=====Article VIII: Amendments and Severability=====

- These bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds majority of the votes cast at a Special Meeting held for that purpose.
- If any provisions of these Bylaws are found to be legally unenforceable, then the remainder of the Bylaws not so affected shall remain in force.

Policy/Bylaws

2019-09-06T04:03:25Z

Webmaster:

==Article I : Why We Exist==
===Section 1: Mission Statement===

Hacksburg exists to promote creativity, collaboration, research, and experimentation in science, technology, and the arts. To these ends, Hacksburg provides the following:

* A collegial social framework for members to find others of similar interest;
* A communal space, well-stocked and maintained, for its members to collaborate and work on projects; and
* Events to promote an exchange of information and knowledge between its members and the community.

===Section 2: Location===

# Hacksburg shall maintain a registered office and a registered agent in the state of Virginia.
# The registered office shall be the location of Hacksburg's physical workspace.
# In the event of Hacksburg lacking a physical workspace, the registered office shall be determined by the Board of Directors.

==Article II: Membership==
===Section 1: Membership Classes and Definitions===
Hacksburg has the following classes of membership:
# '''Directors''' are members of Hacksburg's Board of Directors. They are entitled to three votes in corporate decisions.
# '''Full Members''' are members of Hacksburg who are entitled to one vote in corporate decisions.
# '''Associate Members''' are members who are not entitled to a vote in corporate decisions.
# The Full Members and Associate Members make up the '''General Membership''' of Hacksburg.
# Directors and Full Members make up the '''Voting Membership''' of Hacksburg.
# The Voting Membership and the Associate Members make up the '''Total Membership''' of Hacksburg.

===Section 2: Qualifications===
Membership in Hacksburg is open to natural persons meeting the following criteria:
# The person is of the age of majority in Virginia.
# The person supports the aims of Hacksburg as stated in Article I and/or the Articles of Incorporation.
# The person agrees to be bound by the terms of the [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]].
# The person agrees to pay membership dues as per Section 4.

===Section 3: Admission===
# A person shall be admitted to the General Membership of Hacksburg when the person satisfies the admission requirements as listed in the [[admissions|Admissions Policy]].

===Section 4: Membership Dues===
# The dues structure for Hacksburg shall be defined in the Admissions Policy.
# Terms for all membership dues, unless otherwise noted, shall be contiguous.
# The term for a given payment of dues shall start on the first day on which payment is received.

===Section 5: Rights, Privileges, and Responsibilities===
# Each member may exercise the votes they possess for each decision before the General Membership.
# Each member may use the common facilities as their access allows.
# Each member may use Hacksburg's common equipment, subject to the safety policies associated with the equipment.
# Each member is responsible for continuing to support the purposes of the corporation.
# Each member is responsible for abiding by the [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]] and associated Hacksburg policies.
# Each member is responsible for paying dues in a timely fashion.
# Each member is responsible for the conduct of their guests at the space.
# A member of Hacksburg is not, as such, personally liable for the debts, liabilities, or obligations of Hacksburg.
# No member may transfer a membership or any right, privilege, or responsibility arising therefrom.

===Section 6: Membership Resignation, Termination, and Refunds===
# Any member may resign by notifying the Board of Directors or the Secretary.
# Resignation shall not relieve a voting member of dues in arrears or other monies owed.
# Membership may be suspended at any time for non-payment of dues.
# Membership may be sanctioned for violations of the [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]] by the Board of Directors.
# In cases where membership is suspended or terminated with cause, any membership dues for the period the member is under sanction are forfeit to Hacksburg and will not be refunded.
# In the case where a member has resigned their membership, dues will be refunded for the unused portion of their membership, rounded down to the month.
# Memberships lasting less than one month will not be refunded under any circumstances.

==Article III: Officers==
===Section 1: Existence, Liability, and Compensation===
# There shall exist Officers, elected from the General Membership, who shall conduct business on behalf of Hacksburg as stated below.
# An Officer of Hacksburg is not, as such, personally liable for the debts, liabilities, or obligations of Hacksburg.
# No Officer may be compensated for their service as a Officer, excepting reasonable reimbursement or advancement of expenses incurred in the course of their duties.
# The corporation may provide insurance and indemnity for Officers as allowed by law.

===Section 2: Standing Offices===
Unless otherwise noted, the following shall govern the qualification, election, and privileges of Standing Offices:
# Anyone who is a Full Member in good standing, including the Board of Directors, is eligible to fill a Standing Office.
# If they are not on the Board of Directors, members occupying Standing Offices shall have three (3) votes for purposes of voting on corporate business.
# Standing Offices shall be filled either by volunteers from the Board of Directors or by election as stipulated in Article VI.
## If more than one eligible volunteer exists, the holder of the office shall be chosen by election.
# The term of each Standing Office shall end on the day of the next General Election.

====Treasurer====
# The Treasurer shall be responsible for the following:
## The handling of the finances of Hacksburg in accordance with the will of its membership.
# The maintenance of the company's books and the filing of tax information as needed.
# The collection of dues from the total membership, and for informing the Secretary which members have dues in arrears.
# The reporting on Hacksburg's finances, during each Annual Meeting and as requested by the Board of Directors.

====Secretary====
# The Secretary shall be responsible for the following:
## The recording of minutes of Hacksburg meetings.
## The maintenance of the lists of members comprising the General Membership.
## The keeping of individual membership records, including legal paperwork and copies of all official correspondence with members.
## The conduction of the elections of Hacksburg as detailed in Article VI unless there is a conflict of interest.
## The posting of notices of meetings per Article V, Section 5.

====Safety Officer====
# The Safety Officer shall ensure that Hacksburg is in compliance with all laws and regulations regarding equipment and facility safety.
# The Safety Officer shall maintain and keep up-to-date Hacksburg's [[policy:safety:start|safety policies]].
# The Safety Officer shall be responsible for developing best practices for operation of common equipment, and promulgating those practices to the other members.
# The Safety Officer shall be responsible for verifying that members using common equipment have been trained on the best practices for that equipment.

===Section 3: Provisional Offices===
# Provisional Offices may be created by the Board of Directors on an as-needed basis.
# Provisional Offices may be filled by appointment of the Board of Directors.
# Provisional Offices may exist for a maximum contiguous period of two years; after that, it must either be dissolved or converted to a Standing Office by a modification of the Bylaws.
# Officers occupying Provisional Offices do not receive voting rights beyond that which their membership already allows.

===Section 4: Resignation and Removal===
# Officers may resign their office by filing a written resignation with the Board of Directors.
# Officers may be removed for violations of the [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]] or other Hacksburg policies as determined by the Board of Directors.
# Officers may be removed from office by a no-confidence vote of a two-thirds majority of a Special Meeting called for that purpose.
## Removal of an Officer in this manner does not strip them of membership.

==Article IV: The Board of Directors==

===Section 1: Definition and Composition===
There shall be a Board of Directors that is composed of no less than three (3) but no more than seven (7) persons. Such persons shall be known individually as Directors.

===Section 2: Qualifications===
# Directors shall be natural persons.
# Directors shall be the age of majority in Virginia.
# Directors shall be Full Members in good standing.

===Section 3: Duties and Privileges===
# The Board of Directors shall ensure that the corporation is acting in line with its mission as stated in its Articles of Incorporation.
# The Board of Directors shall hear complaints of violations of the [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]] or other Hacksburg policies as needed, and may sanction members for these violations as appropriate.
# The Board of Directors shall deal with routine business operations on behalf of the corporation, and authorize others to deal with such matters as appropriate.
# The Board of Directors may make the following spending decisions:
## Spending money from the general fund necessary to keep Hacksburg's property in good working order and functioning in fulfillment of Hacksburg's mission.
## Spending money from the general fund on infrastructure improvements requiring outlays less than $200.
## Spending money from the general fund to obtain advice and services for the management of the organization or the fulfillment of the organization's mission.
## Spending money from any funds donated for a specific purpose.
# The Board of Directors may overrule any decision by the General Membership by a 2/3 vote of all Directors at a Board Meeting.
# Directors shall have three votes for the purposes of voting on corporate business.

===Section 4: Compensation and Indemnity===
# No Director may be compensated for their service as a Director, excepting reasonable reimbursement or advancement of expenses incurred in the course of their duties.
# The corporation may provide insurance and indemnity for Directors as allowed by law.

===Section 5: Elections===
# Any member who has been a Full Member for a contiguous period of at least one month, and whose membership has been in good standing for the same time period, shall be eligible to stand for election to a vacant Director position.
# Elections for vacant Director positions shall be conducted by Special Election in accordance with Article VI.

===Section 6: Term of Office, Resignation and Removal===
# Directors serve until they are unable to discharge the duties of the office, resign, or are removed.
# A Director may resign by filing a written resignation with the Secretary or the remaining Directors.
# A Director may be removed from office by one of the following methods:
## A two-thirds vote of the remainder of the Board of Directors.
## A no-confidence resolution passed by two-thirds of the votes in attendance at a Special Meeting organized for that purpose.
## Having their membership suspended or terminated for a violation of the [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]] or other Hacksburg policy by the remaining Board of Directors.

==Article V: Meetings==
===Section 1: Regular Meetings===
# Regular meetings of members shall be held at least once per week at a time and location specified by the Board of Directors.
# Members may participate electronically via established channels (e.g. conference call).
# Regular meetings shall not take place on the day before, upon, or after a federal holiday unless specifically approved at the prior regular meeting or annual meeting.
# Specific Regular Meetings may be cancelled by the Board of Directors.

===Section 2: Board Meetings===
# The Board of Directors shall meet when necessary, provided that due notice is given per Section 5.
# The notice shall give the time and place of the meeting as well as the general reasons for the meeting.
# All members may attend Board Meetings.
# Unless specified otherwise in these Bylaws, nobody besides the Directors at a Board Meeting may speak unless invited to by a Director.
# Minutes of each board meeting shall be kept on record at the registered office and electronically distributed to members within 48 hours.

===Section 3: Annual Meetings===
# An Annual Meeting of all members shall take place once per calendar year.
# The Board of Directors shall select the date, time and place of the Annual Meeting.
# Due notice of the Annual Meeting must be given in accordance with Section 5.
# A petition signed by at least 75% of voting members and submitted to the Board of Directors at least 24 hours before the meeting takes place may specify a new date, time and place for the annual meeting, provided that the meeting date is at least fourteen (14) days after the receipt of the petition by the Board.
# At the annual meeting, the voting members shall fill Standing Offices, review these Bylaws, receive reports on the activities of the corporation, review and approve the budget, and entertain any proposals germane to the corporation's mission.

===Section 4: Special Meetings===
# A petition presented to all voting members and signed by 25% of voting members may call a special meeting.
# Due notice of the Special Meeting must be given in accordance with Section 5.
# A petition signed by at least two-thirds of voting members and submitted to the Board of Directors may specify a new date, time and place for the Special meeting, provided that the meeting date is at least fourteen (14) days after the receipt of the petition by the Board.

===Section 5: Notice of Meetings===
# The time and place of upcoming meetings shall be conspicuously posted at the registered office and electronically sent to all voting members.
# The content of notices shall include the following:
## The date and time of the meeting.
## The location of the meeting.
## The agenda for the meeting.
# No notice is required for a regular meeting.
# Notice of meetings of the Board of Directors must be disseminated at least 24 hours in advance.
# Notice of the Annual Meeting must be disseminated no less than 14 days in advance.
# Notice of Special Meetings must be disseminated no less than 10, but not more than 60, days in advance.

===Section 6: Quorum===
# For Regular and Special Meetings, at least 25% of the entire voting membership shall constitute a quorum.
# For Board Meetings, a simple majority of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum.

===Section 7: Voting===
# When a quorum is present at a duly held meeting, all issues, except when otherwise specified in these bylaws, shall be decided by affirmative vote of more than 50% of the total votes of those present.
# A decision made by the Board of Directors in accordance with Article IV, Section 3.5 shall take precedence over a decision made by the General Membership.
# The General Membership may override a decision of the Board of Directors by affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of the votes of the Voting Membership at a duly held meeting.
## The Board of Directors may not vote in an overriding motion.
# A voting member may vote by proxy via authenticated means (e.g. PGP signed email), provided that the vote is known in advance and that the Secretary receives the authenticated proxy vote before the start of the meeting.

==Article VI: Elections==
===Section 1: General Elections===
# General Elections for vacant positions are held at Annual Meetings.
# Any eligible member may stand for election to any vacant position by submitting a written notice with the Secretary or by announcing their candidacy at the Annual Meeting.
# Candidates for office shall be announced in the notice of the Annual Meeting, provided that they are known to the Secretary prior to the transmission of said notice.

===Section 2: Special Elections===
# A Special Meeting may be called for the purpose of conducting a Special Election as required under the Bylaws.
# Any eligible member may stand for election to any vacant position by submitting a written notice with the Board of Directors or by announcing their candidacy at the Special Meeting.

===Section 3: Election Procedure===
The procedure for the election of a person to each vacant position shall be as follows:
# The presiding officer for the election shall announce the position to be filled and the current candidates.
# The presiding officer shall entertain any final candidacies.
# If, for a given position, there are a number of candidates such that there is no contest for the seat, then that candidate may be elected by acclamation.
# Otherwise, each candidate shall have equal time, the length of which to be determined by the presiding officer, to give remarks on their candidacy to the meeting attendees.
# After remarks, voting shall commence. Voting shall be done by secret ballot.
# The members shall rank the candidates in order of preference, with Rank 1 assigned to their first-choice preferences, Rank 2 to their second, and so on. The same preference may be given to multiple candidates.
# Ballots shall be counted with the number of votes according to the caster's entitlement; a Director's ballot would count for three votes, for example.
# The winner of the election shall be the top-ranked candidate as selected by the [[wp>Schulze Method|Schulze Method]]. If there are multiple positions, the winners shall be selected from the top of the list of ranked candidates until all positions are filled.

==Article VII: Dissolution==
# In the event of the dissolution of Hacksburg, the remaining voting members shall vote on beneficiaries to receive all remaining assets of the organization.
# All beneficiaries shall be nonprofit entities registered under section 501( c)(3) of the US Internal Revenue Code.

==Article VIII: Amendments and Severability==
# These bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds majority of the votes cast at a Special Meeting held for that purpose.
# If any provisions of these Bylaws are found to be legally unenforceable, then the remainder of the Bylaws not so affected shall remain in force.

Policy/Bylaws

2019-09-06T04:00:58Z

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==Article I : Why We Exist==
===Section 1: Mission Statement===

Hacksburg exists to promote creativity, collaboration, research, and experimentation in science, technology, and the arts. To these ends, Hacksburg provides the following:

* A collegial social framework for members to find others of similar interest;
* A communal space, well-stocked and maintained, for its members to collaborate and work on projects; and
* Events to promote an exchange of information and knowledge between its members and the community.

===Section 2: Location===

# Hacksburg shall maintain a registered office and a registered agent in the state of Virginia.
# The registered office shall be the location of Hacksburg's physical workspace.
# In the event of Hacksburg lacking a physical workspace, the registered office shall be determined by the Board of Directors.

==Article II: Membership==
===Section 1: Membership Classes and Definitions===
Hacksburg has the following classes of membership:
# '''Directors''' are members of Hacksburg's Board of Directors. They are entitled to three votes in corporate decisions.
# '''Full Members''' are members of Hacksburg who are entitled to one vote in corporate decisions.
# '''Associate Members''' are members who are not entitled to a vote in corporate decisions.
# The Full Members and Associate Members make up the '''General Membership''' of Hacksburg.
# Directors and Full Members make up the '''Voting Membership''' of Hacksburg.
# The Voting Membership and the Associate Members make up the '''Total Membership''' of Hacksburg.

===Section 2: Qualifications===
Membership in Hacksburg is open to natural persons meeting the following criteria:
# The person is of the age of majority in Virginia.
# The person supports the aims of Hacksburg as stated in Article I and/or the Articles of Incorporation.
# The person agrees to be bound by the terms of the [[Community Agreement]].
# The person agrees to pay membership dues as per Section 4.

===Section 3: Admission===
# A person shall be admitted to the General Membership of Hacksburg when the person satisfies the admission requirements as listed in the [[admissions|Admissions Policy]].

===Section 4: Membership Dues===
# The dues structure for Hacksburg shall be defined in the Admissions Policy.
# Terms for all membership dues, unless otherwise noted, shall be contiguous.
# The term for a given payment of dues shall start on the first day on which payment is received.

===Section 5: Rights, Privileges, and Responsibilities===
# Each member may exercise the votes they possess for each decision before the General Membership.
# Each member may use the common facilities as their access allows.
# Each member may use Hacksburg's common equipment, subject to the safety policies associated with the equipment.
# Each member is responsible for continuing to support the purposes of the corporation.
# Each member is responsible for abiding by the [[Community Agreement]] and associated Hacksburg policies.
# Each member is responsible for paying dues in a timely fashion.
# Each member is responsible for the conduct of their guests at the space.
# A member of Hacksburg is not, as such, personally liable for the debts, liabilities, or obligations of Hacksburg.
# No member may transfer a membership or any right, privilege, or responsibility arising therefrom.

===Section 6: Membership Resignation, Termination, and Refunds===
# Any member may resign by notifying the Board of Directors or the Secretary.
# Resignation shall not relieve a voting member of dues in arrears or other monies owed.
# Membership may be suspended at any time for non-payment of dues.
# Membership may be sanctioned for violations of the [[Community Agreement]] by the Board of Directors.
# In cases where membership is suspended or terminated with cause, any membership dues for the period the member is under sanction are forfeit to Hacksburg and will not be refunded.
# In the case where a member has resigned their membership, dues will be refunded for the unused portion of their membership, rounded down to the month.
# Memberships lasting less than one month will not be refunded under any circumstances.

==Article III: Officers==
===Section 1: Existence, Liability, and Compensation===
# There shall exist Officers, elected from the General Membership, who shall conduct business on behalf of Hacksburg as stated below.
# An Officer of Hacksburg is not, as such, personally liable for the debts, liabilities, or obligations of Hacksburg.
# No Officer may be compensated for their service as a Officer, excepting reasonable reimbursement or advancement of expenses incurred in the course of their duties.
# The corporation may provide insurance and indemnity for Officers as allowed by law.

===Section 2: Standing Offices===
Unless otherwise noted, the following shall govern the qualification, election, and privileges of Standing Offices:
# Anyone who is a Full Member in good standing, including the Board of Directors, is eligible to fill a Standing Office.
# If they are not on the Board of Directors, members occupying Standing Offices shall have three (3) votes for purposes of voting on corporate business.
# Standing Offices shall be filled either by volunteers from the Board of Directors or by election as stipulated in Article VI.
## If more than one eligible volunteer exists, the holder of the office shall be chosen by election.
# The term of each Standing Office shall end on the day of the next General Election.

====Treasurer====
# The Treasurer shall be responsible for the following:
## The handling of the finances of Hacksburg in accordance with the will of its membership.
# The maintenance of the company's books and the filing of tax information as needed.
# The collection of dues from the total membership, and for informing the Secretary which members have dues in arrears.
# The reporting on Hacksburg's finances, during each Annual Meeting and as requested by the Board of Directors.

====Secretary====
# The Secretary shall be responsible for the following:
## The recording of minutes of Hacksburg meetings.
## The maintenance of the lists of members comprising the General Membership.
## The keeping of individual membership records, including legal paperwork and copies of all official correspondence with members.
## The conduction of the elections of Hacksburg as detailed in Article VI unless there is a conflict of interest.
## The posting of notices of meetings per Article V, Section 5.

====Safety Officer====
# The Safety Officer shall ensure that Hacksburg is in compliance with all laws and regulations regarding equipment and facility safety.
# The Safety Officer shall maintain and keep up-to-date Hacksburg's [[policy:safety:start|safety policies]].
# The Safety Officer shall be responsible for developing best practices for operation of common equipment, and promulgating those practices to the other members.
# The Safety Officer shall be responsible for verifying that members using common equipment have been trained on the best practices for that equipment.

===Section 3: Provisional Offices===
# Provisional Offices may be created by the Board of Directors on an as-needed basis.
# Provisional Offices may be filled by appointment of the Board of Directors.
# Provisional Offices may exist for a maximum contiguous period of two years; after that, it must either be dissolved or converted to a Standing Office by a modification of the Bylaws.
# Officers occupying Provisional Offices do not receive voting rights beyond that which their membership already allows.

===Section 4: Resignation and Removal===
# Officers may resign their office by filing a written resignation with the Board of Directors.
# Officers may be removed for violations of the [[Community Agreement]] or other Hacksburg policies as determined by the Board of Directors.
# Officers may be removed from office by a no-confidence vote of a two-thirds majority of a Special Meeting called for that purpose.
## Removal of an Officer in this manner does not strip them of membership.

==Article IV: The Board of Directors==

===Section 1: Definition and Composition===
There shall be a Board of Directors that is composed of no less than three (3) but no more than seven (7) persons. Such persons shall be known individually as Directors.

===Section 2: Qualifications===
# Directors shall be natural persons.
# Directors shall be the age of majority in Virginia.
# Directors shall be Full Members in good standing.

===Section 3: Duties and Privileges===
# The Board of Directors shall ensure that the corporation is acting in line with its mission as stated in its Articles of Incorporation.
# The Board of Directors shall hear complaints of violations of the [[Community Agreement]] or other Hacksburg policies as needed, and may sanction members for these violations as appropriate.
# The Board of Directors shall deal with routine business operations on behalf of the corporation, and authorize others to deal with such matters as appropriate.
# The Board of Directors may make the following spending decisions:
## Spending money from the general fund necessary to keep Hacksburg's property in good working order and functioning in fulfillment of Hacksburg's mission.
## Spending money from the general fund on infrastructure improvements requiring outlays less than $200.
## Spending money from the general fund to obtain advice and services for the management of the organization or the fulfillment of the organization's mission.
## Spending money from any funds donated for a specific purpose.
# The Board of Directors may overrule any decision by the General Membership by a 2/3 vote of all Directors at a Board Meeting.
# Directors shall have three votes for the purposes of voting on corporate business.

===Section 4: Compensation and Indemnity===
# No Director may be compensated for their service as a Director, excepting reasonable reimbursement or advancement of expenses incurred in the course of their duties.
# The corporation may provide insurance and indemnity for Directors as allowed by law.

===Section 5: Elections===
# Any member who has been a Full Member for a contiguous period of at least one month, and whose membership has been in good standing for the same time period, shall be eligible to stand for election to a vacant Director position.
# Elections for vacant Director positions shall be conducted by Special Election in accordance with Article VI.

===Section 6: Term of Office, Resignation and Removal===
# Directors serve until they are unable to discharge the duties of the office, resign, or are removed.
# A Director may resign by filing a written resignation with the Secretary or the remaining Directors.
# A Director may be removed from office by one of the following methods:
## A two-thirds vote of the remainder of the Board of Directors.
## A no-confidence resolution passed by two-thirds of the votes in attendance at a Special Meeting organized for that purpose.
## Having their membership suspended or terminated for a violation of the [[Community Agreement]] or other Hacksburg policy by the remaining Board of Directors.

==Article V: Meetings==
===Section 1: Regular Meetings===
# Regular meetings of members shall be held at least once per week at a time and location specified by the Board of Directors.
# Members may participate electronically via established channels (e.g. conference call).
# Regular meetings shall not take place on the day before, upon, or after a federal holiday unless specifically approved at the prior regular meeting or annual meeting.
# Specific Regular Meetings may be cancelled by the Board of Directors.

===Section 2: Board Meetings===
# The Board of Directors shall meet when necessary, provided that due notice is given per Section 5.
# The notice shall give the time and place of the meeting as well as the general reasons for the meeting.
# All members may attend Board Meetings.
# Unless specified otherwise in these Bylaws, nobody besides the Directors at a Board Meeting may speak unless invited to by a Director.
# Minutes of each board meeting shall be kept on record at the registered office and electronically distributed to members within 48 hours.

===Section 3: Annual Meetings===
# An Annual Meeting of all members shall take place once per calendar year.
# The Board of Directors shall select the date, time and place of the Annual Meeting.
# Due notice of the Annual Meeting must be given in accordance with Section 5.
# A petition signed by at least 75% of voting members and submitted to the Board of Directors at least 24 hours before the meeting takes place may specify a new date, time and place for the annual meeting, provided that the meeting date is at least fourteen (14) days after the receipt of the petition by the Board.
# At the annual meeting, the voting members shall fill Standing Offices, review these Bylaws, receive reports on the activities of the corporation, review and approve the budget, and entertain any proposals germane to the corporation's mission.

===Section 4: Special Meetings===
# A petition presented to all voting members and signed by 25% of voting members may call a special meeting.
# Due notice of the Special Meeting must be given in accordance with Section 5.
# A petition signed by at least two-thirds of voting members and submitted to the Board of Directors may specify a new date, time and place for the Special meeting, provided that the meeting date is at least fourteen (14) days after the receipt of the petition by the Board.

===Section 5: Notice of Meetings===
# The time and place of upcoming meetings shall be conspicuously posted at the registered office and electronically sent to all voting members.
# The content of notices shall include the following:
## The date and time of the meeting.
## The location of the meeting.
## The agenda for the meeting.
# No notice is required for a regular meeting.
# Notice of meetings of the Board of Directors must be disseminated at least 24 hours in advance.
# Notice of the Annual Meeting must be disseminated no less than 14 days in advance.
# Notice of Special Meetings must be disseminated no less than 10, but not more than 60, days in advance.

===Section 6: Quorum===
# For Regular and Special Meetings, at least 25% of the entire voting membership shall constitute a quorum.
# For Board Meetings, a simple majority of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum.

===Section 7: Voting===
# When a quorum is present at a duly held meeting, all issues, except when otherwise specified in these bylaws, shall be decided by affirmative vote of more than 50% of the total votes of those present.
# A decision made by the Board of Directors in accordance with Article IV, Section 3.5 shall take precedence over a decision made by the General Membership.
# The General Membership may override a decision of the Board of Directors by affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of the votes of the Voting Membership at a duly held meeting.
## The Board of Directors may not vote in an overriding motion.
# A voting member may vote by proxy via authenticated means (e.g. PGP signed email), provided that the vote is known in advance and that the Secretary receives the authenticated proxy vote before the start of the meeting.

==Article VI: Elections=====
===Section 1: General Elections===
# General Elections for vacant positions are held at Annual Meetings.
# Any eligible member may stand for election to any vacant position by submitting a written notice with the Secretary or by announcing their candidacy at the Annual Meeting.
# Candidates for office shall be announced in the notice of the Annual Meeting, provided that they are known to the Secretary prior to the transmission of said notice.

===Section 2: Special Elections===
# A Special Meeting may be called for the purpose of conducting a Special Election as required under the Bylaws.
# Any eligible member may stand for election to any vacant position by submitting a written notice with the Board of Directors or by announcing their candidacy at the Special Meeting.

===Section 3: Election Procedure===
The procedure for the election of a person to each vacant position shall be as follows:
# The presiding officer for the election shall announce the position to be filled and the current candidates.
# The presiding officer shall entertain any final candidacies.
# If, for a given position, there are a number of candidates such that there is no contest for the seat, then that candidate may be elected by acclamation.
# Otherwise, each candidate shall have equal time, the length of which to be determined by the presiding officer, to give remarks on their candidacy to the meeting attendees.
# After remarks, voting shall commence. Voting shall be done by secret ballot.
# The members shall rank the candidates in order of preference, with Rank 1 assigned to their first-choice preferences, Rank 2 to their second, and so on. The same preference may be given to multiple candidates.
# Ballots shall be counted with the number of votes according to the caster's entitlement; a Director's ballot would count for three votes, for example.
# The winner of the election shall be the top-ranked candidate as selected by the [[wp>Schulze Method|Schulze Method]]. If there are multiple positions, the winners shall be selected from the top of the list of ranked candidates until all positions are filled.

==Article VII: Dissolution==
# In the event of the dissolution of Hacksburg, the remaining voting members shall vote on beneficiaries to receive all remaining assets of the organization.
# All beneficiaries shall be nonprofit entities registered under section 501( c)(3) of the US Internal Revenue Code.

==Article VIII: Amendments and Severability==
# These bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds majority of the votes cast at a Special Meeting held for that purpose.
# If any provisions of these Bylaws are found to be legally unenforceable, then the remainder of the Bylaws not so affected shall remain in force.

Policy/Events

2019-09-06T03:55:36Z

Webmaster: Created page with "== General Requirements == * All events must be approved by the Board of Directors. '''No exceptions.''' * Each event must have at least one Organizer. * No event may conduct..."

== General Requirements ==
* All events must be approved by the Board of Directors. '''No exceptions.'''
* Each event must have at least one Organizer.
* No event may conduct activities prohibited by law (local, state, or federal).
** If an event intends to conduct activities significantly regulated by law, the Organizers should explain to the Board how they intend to comply with the pertinent regulations.
* Additional equipment to be used at the event or brought into the space must be approved by the Board.
* If per-person admission is charged for an event, a fee of $5 per member and $10 per non-member must be remitted to Hacksburg in addition to any other fees for use of the space.
* Events should not conflict with other events in the same time frame, including (but not limited to) meetings. In the event of a conflict with another use of the space, all parties involved are expected to resolve them in a civil manner.

== Responsibilities of Event Organizers ==
* Organizers are ultimately responsible for ensuring that the event and those attending it are in compliance with legal requirements, Hacksburg policy (including this event policy), and the wishes of the Board of Directors (as made clear either directly or through a Hacksburg Liaison).
* Organizers are responsible for making sure the space is cleaned up after an event.
* Organizers must keep a record of attendees at each event and submit said record to the Board as soon as possible after each event's conclusion. At a minimum, this record must include the number of attendees at an event.
* Organizers are responsible for settling any monetary liabilities incurred by the events they organize. This includes (but is not limited to) Hacksburg event fees, legal and administrative expenses, and event-related expenses (food, parts, etc). Hacksburg may engage in cost sharing of these liabilities at the discretion of the Board and/or the membership.
* Organizers are responsible for resolving any conflicts with other event Organizers or the membership, and doing so in a civil manner.
* '''Failure to meet any of these responsibilities runs the risk of Organizers being debarred from holding future events at Hacksburg.'''

== Responsibilities of Event Attendees ==
* Event Attendees are responsible for following Hacksburg policy, legal requirements, and the instructions of Event Organizers and Liaisons at all times while attending Hacksburg events.
* Event Attendees may not, under any circumstances, use Hacksburg equipment or consumables aside from tables, chairs, and other things provided for the event unless they're already a member of Hacksburg and follow appropriate policies.
* '''Attendees who fail to meet these responsibilities run the risk of being banned from Hacksburg.'''

== Procedure for Requesting an Event ==
One of the Organizers of a potential event should email the Board of Directors with the following information:
* The name and purpose of the event
* The date and time of the event
* The Organizers (and Liaisons, if applicable) for the event
* The number of people expected and, if applicable, a list of attendees
* What equipment is expected to be used
* Whether minors are going to attend (must have consent forms filled out for each minor)
* Any special needs the event may have (equipment, setup/teardown, etc)

Be prepared to answer questions about the event. In some cases, for larger events, the Board may require that you find additional Organizers. In the event of a rejection, the applicant may modify the application and resubmit, subject to the guidelines below.

Decisions of the Board of Directors concerning events are final.

== Event Access ==
Access to Hacksburg events are divided into three categories.
** '''Members Only''' events are restricted to members of Hacksburg.
** '''Public''' events are open to the general public.
** '''Private''' events are restricted to attendees allowed by the Event Organizers. During the event, the space is restricted to its attendees and organizers, and nobody else may enter.

=== Members Only Events ===
* Applications for Members Only Events may be made by any full member of Hacksburg.
* Applications for Members Only Events must be submitted a minimum of 48 hours before the requested date of the event.

=== Public Events ===
* Applications for Public Events may be made by any full member of Hacksburg.
* Applications for Public Events must be submitted a minimum of one week before the requested date of the event.

=== Private Events ===
* Applications for Private Events may be made by any member of the public, including members of Hacksburg.
* Applications for Private Events must be submitted a minimum of three weeks before the requested date of the event.
* Private Events must not conflict with other uses of the space, including membership work times.
* No more than four Private Events may be held in any held in any given month.
* In addition to an Organizer, Private Events must have a Liaison who is a full member of Hacksburg. The Liaison will be responsible for making sure the event's use of the space complies with Hacksburg policy, including decisions of the Board of Directors. If the Organizer is a member of Hacksburg, no Liaison is needed.
* Private Events will incur a space use fee of $60 per day.

Policy/safety

2019-09-06T03:53:27Z

Webmaster:

This is a landing page to collect all of Hacksburg's various and sundry Safety Policies.

'''Failure to abide by these policies will result in severe penalties, including (but not limited to) termination of membership and being banned from re-joining.'''

'''You have been warned.'''

==General Policies==

=== Red-Tagging ===
If a piece of equipment has a red tag on it, that means it's malfunctioning and must not be used. '''Do not use any equipment with a red tag on it.'''

If you notice that a machine is malfunctioning to the point that safety is compromised, put a red tag on the equipment and notify the Board.

==Equipment-Specific Policies==

These policies cover use of large and/or dangerous equipment.

'''Before using any of the equipment on these lists, you must be checked out on this equipment by the Safety Officer or their designees.'''

===Woodworking Tools===
* Table Saw
* Drill Press
* Band Saw
===Metalworking Tools===
* Mill-drill
* Lathe
* Casting Furnace
===Electronic Equipment===
* Soldering Iron
* Power Supply

Policy/safety

2019-09-06T03:51:56Z

Webmaster: Created page with "This is a landing page to collect all of Hacksburg's various and sundry Safety Policies. '''Failure to abide by these policies will result in severe penalties, including (but..."

This is a landing page to collect all of Hacksburg's various and sundry Safety Policies.

'''Failure to abide by these policies will result in severe penalties, including (but not limited to) termination of membership and being banned from re-joining.'''

'''You have been warned.'''

==General Policies==

=== Red-Tagging ===
If a piece of equipment has a red tag on it, that means it's malfunctioning and must not be used. '''Do not use any equipment with a red tag on it.'''

If you notice that a machine is malfunctioning to the point that safety is compromised, put a red tag on the equipment and notify the Board.

==Equipment-Specific Policies==

These policies cover use of large and/or dangerous equipment.

'''Before using any of the equipment on this list, you must be checked out on this equipment by the Safety Officer or their designees.'''

===Woodworking/Power Tools===

===Electronic Equipment===

Policy/Space Rules

2019-09-06T03:49:01Z

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These rules exist to making working in the space pleasant.

==Hacksburg is not your home==
*No sleeping or living in the space. Naps are OK.
*No cooking food beyond what a reasonable person would do in a work breakroom. Hot Pockets are OK; a three-course dinner is not.
*No smoking in the space or within 25 feet of the space entrances.
**Discard cigarette butts in specified receptacles; there's one just outside the space.
*No pets in the space unless they're service animals.
*No bikes in the main area of the space unless they're being used for a project. Otherwise, secure all bikes in the storage area.
*Minors over the age of 8 may enter the space if they are attended by a parent or guardian '''at all times.'''
**Said parent or guardian must sign a minor consent form and takes full responsibility for the minor's conduct at all times.
**Children under 8 are not permitted in the space under any circumstances.
* Each Full Member may bring up to two guests with them into the space.
** '''Members are responsible at all times for their guests' conduct while in the space, including the following of safety policies.'''
** Each guest '''must''' be signed in and out of the guest roster when they enter the space and have a liability waiver on file.

==Equipment Policies==
*When getting a tool or piece of equipment from the storage area, sign it out.
*When returning a tool or piece of equipment to the storage area, sign it back in.
*You are expected to follow safety policies for equipment at all times. If you don't know them, '''ask before you use the equipment.''' Incidents caused by a failure to follow safety policy will be dealt with severely.

==Hacksburg is not your garbage dump==
Members of Hacksburg are expected to clean up after themselves and their guests.
*Put tools back in their proper storage space and sign them back in when you're finished using them.
*When finished with a work area, please make sure it is neat and tidy (even if it wasn't before) so that someone else can work there.
**This goes for the break areas as well. Put back all condiments, make sure all drink cans, paper plates, and utensils are disposed of properly, etc.
*If you make a mess or cause a spill, you are expected to clean it up.
*No abandoning property at the space. If you want to donate something, talk to the Board of Directors.
** Abandoned property becomes the property of Hacksburg after 48 hours, and may be summarily disposed of as the Board of Directors sees fit.

==Be considerate==
Remember, people are here to work.
*When doing anything involving loud noise, warn people first.
*Don't crowd people when they're trying to work. Jostling them while handling a Dremel, for instance, will not end well.
*People may not be in the mood to socialize while working. If they're not, respect that. Not doing so may constitute harrassment.
**Additionally, keep loud conversations to a minimum in the space while others are working.
*No bothering other people's projects unless they give you permission. Doing so may constitute harrassment.

Policy/Community Agreement

2019-09-06T03:46:40Z

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This is an agreement between the Hacksburg, a Virginia nonstock corporation ("Hacksburg"), and you, the member ("You").

This agreement limits our liability and imposes terms on your ability to take legal action against us. You are advised to read the entire document.
==Rights==
===Voting===
Members are entitled to a vote on decisions of Hacksburg as per the Bylaws.

===Use of Hacksburg Resources===
You are permitted to use Hacksburg's common resources, including its online resources, subject to the policies Hacksburg imposes on their use. These policies include, but are not limited to, this Community Agreement, the [[policy/Space Rules|Space Rules]], and relevant safety policies.

You agree that your membership in Hacksburg does not give you any ownership stake in Hacksburg's common equipment.
===Housing of Equipment and Property===
You may, subject to Hacksburg policy, house equipment and property, either on loan with Hacksburg or for your own use, within Hacksburg's space. Hacksburg cannot guarantee the safety or security of your equipment or other property so housed within its space. As such, you agree to hold harmless Hacksburg, its directors, officers, and members in the event of theft or damage of said property.

===Guests===
Members are permitted to bring guests into the space per the Space Rules, as long as they are accompanied by You at all times while they are in the space. Guests must adhere to all of the same rules and restrictions as members.

==Responsibilities==
As a member of Hacksburg, You have a duty, while interacting with Hacksburg or its members, to conduct Yourself in a manner that does not endanger Hacksburg or your fellow members.

===No illegal activity===
You agree not to use Hacksburg's resources, including the use of the space or any online resources, to instigate, facilitate, or otherwise contribute to, any activities in violation of local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

===No harrassment===
Harrassment of any form is not allowed in Hacksburg. Harrassment is unwelcome social or other behavior targeted at a person or group of people, including -- but not limited to -- physical assault, battery, deliberate intimidation, stalking, or unwelcome physical attentions. If someone asks You to stop interacting with them, You agree -- and are expected -- to comply immediately.

Hacksburg is not responsible for solving any interpersonal problems that may arise between individual members. If You feel that a threat exists against your person, we advise you to seek a restraining order against the person in question and to present it to the Board of Directors; otherwise, we recommend simply avoiding them. If a person harasses or attempts to assault You at the space or on Hacksburg's online spaces, You may report that individual to the Board of Directors and the appropriate action will be taken.

Conversely, any attempt to have an innocent person sanctioned by falsely accusing them of harrassment will be itself treated as an act of harassment and will be dealt with appropriately. The responsibility for settling interpersonal disputes lies solely with the people involved, and Hacksburg will not tolerate being used as a leveraging point in such disputes.

===No circumventing security measures===
You agree not to disable, circumvent, or otherwise tamper with Hacksburg's security systems, including -- but not limited to -- the door lock mechanisms, monitoring systems, and online access restrictions.

===Responsible use of resources===
You agree not to put an onerous burden on Hacksburg's resources. This includes, but is not limited to, using a inordinately large amount of the space's consumables, using excessive amounts of electricity, using large amounts of network bandwidth or disk storage space on Hacksburg's servers, etc.

===Safety===
You agree to read and follow any and all safety policies for all equipment in the space. In addition, You agree to not use equipment without completing the proper safety training, and to obey any and all safety instructions from other members.

===Use of the space===
You agree to follow the [[policy/Space Rules|Space Rules]] at all times while in the space.

===Guests===
You agree to take full responsibility for the conduct of the guests You bring into the space.

==Misrepresentation==
You agree that being a member of Hacksburg does not entitle You to either speak on behalf of Hacksburg or to an endorsement by Hacksburg, and You agree not make claims to that effect. In addition, You agree not use Hacksburg's logo or other identifying marks in any way without permission from Hacksburg.

==Disputes and Legal Jurisdiction==
If You seek to file a legal claim against Hacksburg, you agree to file and resolve it exclusively in a state or federal court located in Montgomery County, Virginia. You also agree that the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia and, to the extent applicable, the laws of the United States of America will govern this agreement, as well as any legal claim that might arise between You and us (without reference to conflict of laws principles). You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of, and agree that venue is proper in, the courts located in Montgomery County, Virginia, in any legal action or proceeding relating to Hacksburg or this agreement.

To ensure that disputes are dealt with soon after they arise, You agree that regardless of any statute or law to the contrary, any claim or cause of action You might have arising out of or related to use of Hacksburg services or this agreement must be filed within the applicable statute of limitations or, if earlier, one (1) year after the pertinent facts underlying such claim or cause of action could have been discovered with reasonable diligence (or be forever barred).

==Severability==
If any provision of this agreement is found to be legally unenforceable, then the remainder of this agreement not so affected shall remain in force.

Policy/Admissions

2019-09-06T03:43:57Z

Webmaster:

== Membership Qualifications ==
Membership qualifications are enumerated in [[policy/bylaws#section_2qualifications|Article II, Section 2 of our Bylaws]].

== Membership Process ==
To gain membership to Hacksburg, one must do the following:
# Read and agree to the [[policy/Community Agreement|Community Agreement]] and the [[policy/Space Rules|Space Rules]].
# Fill out the Membership Application form and the Liability Waiver (if they aren't already on file).
# Go on a quick orientation conducted by a member of the Board of Directors (if the member is new to Hacksburg). This should go over the following:
#* A tour of the space;
#* The online spaces Hacksburg has;
#* The Community Agreement and the Space Rules;
#* Access to the building; and
#* Answers to questions from the new member.

== Membership Dues ==
=== Rate Schedule ===
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Membership Term
! colspan="3" | Membership Rate
|-
! || General || Student || Group
|-
| 12 months || $384.00 || $288.00 || $768.00
|-
| 6 months || $204.00 || $156.00 || $408.00
|-
| 3 months || $108.00 || $84.00 || $216.00
|-
| 1 month || $40.00 || $32.00 || $80.00
|}

You can pay [http://hacksburg.org/join.html here]

=== Explanation of Terms ===

==== Membership Class ====
Full members get all benefits of being a member, including 24/7 access to the space and voting rights on Hacksburg business.

==== Student Memberships ====
Undergraduate or graduate students attending local universities may qualify for the student rates listed above. Students must be taking at least one credit-hour of courses during the time of their membership to be eligible. Proof of enrollment must be submitted to get a discount; contact your registrar for information on how to get it.

==== Group Memberships ====
Group membership is designed for organizations, formal or informal, that would like a space to work and meet.
For each payment of the membership fee above, groups get one key to share among them for up to six group members designated on the application. Groups may host additional members in the space by paying for extra keys; a 12-member group, for instance, would pay $120/month for month-to-month use of the space.

For each key they are paying for, a group must designate at least one keyholder, and may designate at least one alternate if they wish. At least one keyholder is required to be in the space at all times when group members are present. Each group keyholder may host five (5) additional persons at the space for a total of six (6) group members.

Policy/Admissions

2019-09-06T03:41:23Z

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== Membership Qualifications ==
Membership qualifications are enumerated in [[policy:bylaws#section_2qualifications|Article II, Section 2 of our Bylaws]].

== Membership Process ==
To gain membership to Hacksburg, one must do the following:
# Read and agree to the [[policy:Community Agreement]] and the [[policy: Space Rules]].
# Fill out the Membership Application form and the Liability Waiver (if they aren't already on file).
# Go on a quick orientation conducted by a member of the Board of Directors (if the member is new to Hacksburg). This should go over the following:
#* A tour of the space;
#* The online spaces Hacksburg has;
#* The Community Agreement and the Space Rules;
#* Access to the building; and
#* Answers to questions from the new member.

== Membership Dues ==
=== Rate Schedule ===
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Membership Term
! colspan="3" | Membership Rate
|-
! || General || Student || Group
|-
| 12 months || $384.00 || $288.00 || $768.00
|-
| 6 months || $204.00 || $156.00 || $408.00
|-
| 3 months || $108.00 || $84.00 || $216.00
|-
| 1 month || $40.00 || $32.00 || $80.00
|}

You can pay [http://hacksburg.org/join.html here]

=== Explanation of Terms ===

==== Membership Class ====
Full members get all benefits of being a member, including 24/7 access to the space and voting rights on Hacksburg business.

==== Student Memberships ====
Undergraduate or graduate students attending local universities may qualify for the student rates listed above. Students must be taking at least one credit-hour of courses during the time of their membership to be eligible. Proof of enrollment must be submitted to get a discount; contact your registrar for information on how to get it.

==== Group Memberships ====
Group membership is designed for organizations, formal or informal, that would like a space to work and meet.
For each payment of the membership fee above, groups get one key to share among them for up to six group members designated on the application. Groups may host additional members in the space by paying for extra keys; a 12-member group, for instance, would pay $120/month for month-to-month use of the space.

For each key they are paying for, a group must designate at least one keyholder, and may designate at least one alternate if they wish. At least one keyholder is required to be in the space at all times when group members are present. Each group keyholder may host five (5) additional persons at the space for a total of six (6) group members.

Projects/Vacuum Former

2019-09-06T03:31:44Z

Webmaster:

Data Collection and project tracking on Vacuum former

== Data Collection ==

* For the Vacuum Former, I feel a DIY approach would be better.
** A simple vacuum box using a shop-vac seems like the easiest route for forming
*** Like this: http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Vacuum-Former-Box-30/
** For heating the plastic, an insulated box with a quartz heater seems like a safe and simple solution
*** Like this: https://youtu.be/maH5Ech0wK8?t=3m31s
*** Using a timer switch can prevent the heater from inadvertently being left running too long: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Westek-15-Min-In-Wall-Countdown-Timer-White-TMSW15MW/203675434
*** Placing the heater overhead of the plastic would improve the safety, since the plastic would be unable to drip onto the heater
** For a more polished design, these seem like good plans: http://www.build-stuff.com/ (Used by Adam Savage on Mythbusters)

* Generally nichrome wire arranged on an insulator, but there may be other ways to improvise. Not very safe I suppose, without a protective grid of some kind. I think something could be done with quartz heating tubes (a la cheap infrared heaters) or possibly even high output halogen worklight bulbs.

* http://www.gdiy.com/projects/vacuum-thermoform/index.php?lang=en

== Current Progress ==

* A 24x24" vacuum box was designed and built. It uses 2 shop-vacs to provide adequate suction across the entire build surface
* The heating box was built out of cement board and a metal frame. It used several feet of nichrome wire, plugged into 220 single phase outlet, as the heating element
** The wire was unable to produce enough heat to effectively melt/soften the plastic. An oven heating element was purchased to replace the DIY nichrome and hopefully apply additional heat
*** If it is found that more control is required, an oven element control unit could be easily added

Projects/Vacuum Former

2019-09-06T03:31:24Z

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Data Collection and project tracking on Vacuum former

== Data Collection ==

* For the Vacuum Former, I feel a DIY approach would be better.
** A simple vacuum box using a shop-vac seems like the easiest route for forming
*** Like this: http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Vacuum-Former-Box-30/
** For heating the plastic, an insulated box with a quartz heater seems like a safe and simple solution
*** Like this: https://youtu.be/maH5Ech0wK8?t=3m31s
*** Using a timer switch can prevent the heater from inadvertently being left running too long: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Westek-15-Min-In-Wall-Countdown-Timer-White-TMSW15MW/203675434
*** Placing the heater overhead of the plastic would improve the safety, since the plastic would be unable to drip onto the heater
** For a more polished design, these seem like good plans: http://www.build-stuff.com/ (Used by Adam Savage on Mythbusters)

* Generally nichrome wire arranged on an insulator, but there may be other ways to improvise. Not very safe I suppose, without a protective grid of some kind. I think something could be done with quartz heating tubes (a la cheap infrared heaters) or possibly even high output halogen worklight bulbs.

* http://www.gdiy.com/projects/vacuum-thermoform/index.php?lang=en

== Current Progress **

* A 24x24" vacuum box was designed and built. It uses 2 shop-vacs to provide adequate suction across the entire build surface
* The heating box was built out of cement board and a metal frame. It used several feet of nichrome wire, plugged into 220 single phase outlet, as the heating element
** The wire was unable to produce enough heat to effectively melt/soften the plastic. An oven heating element was purchased to replace the DIY nichrome and hopefully apply additional heat
*** If it is found that more control is required, an oven element control unit could be easily added