2008/11/24 Geoffrey Plourde geo.plrd@yahoo.com:
I personally believe that no one should be marginalized in making this chapter a reality. If non Wikimedians are dedicated enough to >assist then they should be welcomed as brothers and sisters. The reports of marginalization do disturb me although I am not qualified >to render an opinion in this area due to lack of experience. I would strongly recommend that these concerns be forwarded to the >Chapters Committee for use in chapter approval and as something to keep an eye on.
ChapCom has now been made aware of this and we'll certainly discuss it.
Michael