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BYLAWS OUTREACH COMMITTEE
Report included in agenda. Outreach Committee Chair Trent Keenan reported that he
continues to work with WFPS, NSPS, and NCEES to remain
The final draft of the proposed bylaws were submitted to the informed of all outreach activities, resources, and opportunities. A
Board of Directors. They incorporated some housekeeping issues narrated powerpoint is now available for presentations.
such has capitalization, spelling, etc.
As NALS continues to book outreach events, we are adding them
MOVED by Frank Wittie and SECONDED to approve the to the NALS website calendar. Volunteers to participate in events
amendments to the bylaws. MOTION CARRIED. are needed. If you are interested in volunteering in events, please
reach out to Trent or the NALS Offices.
Action Item: Crissy to send bylaws to the voting membership.
Both Lahontan and SNALS have been approached by high schools
BOARD OF REGISTRATION LIAISON wishing to participate in TrigStar. Since more than one test will be
Liaison Jake Johnson reported that the previous meeting was administered it is most cost-effective to purchase a state license.
cancelled so there was nothing to report.
MOVED by Trent Keenan and SECONDED to purchase a TrigStar
NEVADA TRAVERSE state license and administer the test in person to provide the best
Editor Trent Keenan reported on the Nevada Traverse. Four outreach opportunity. MOTION CARRIED.
printed magazines were issued last year and we were able to
cover the majority of the cost with advertising sales. Robert Carrington continues to work on the Geographic Center of
Nevada project.
The 2023 Nevada Traverse will feature some throwbacks to
celebrate our 50 Anniversary. YOUNG SURVEYORS NETWORK
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NV-YSN Chair Heather Keenan has been elected as NSPS-YSN
CONFERENCE Secretary.
The 2023 Conference is in final planning stages. There are still a
few exhibit booths and sponsorships available. The YSN continues to meet on a regular basis. Full event schedule
can be found on their website NvYoungSurveyors.org
Full conference details can be found on the conference website:
PLSeducation.org WFPS
Western Federation of Professional Surveyors (WFPS) has not met
LEGISLATION since the last NALS Board meeting.
Report included in agenda. Their next meeting will be held in conjunction with the LSAW
Conference in Spokane, WA on February 17 .
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Legislative Committee Chair Robert Carrington reported using
the LegiScan tracking service to review bills that may affect the CHAPTERS
profession. At this time, no bills have been identified, however, The Lahontan and Southern Nevada Chapters provided updates.
that can change quickly. Robert will continue to keep a watchful As their meeting schedules are set for the year they are published
eye on legislation and members are encouraged to reach out to on the NALS website calendar.
NALS if there any bills that cause them concern.
50 ANNIVERSARY
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MEMBERSHIP The 50 Anniversary challenge coins have been received and will
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Report included in agenda. be distributed to NALS members that attend the Conference. A
commemorative paperweight has been ordered to recognize our
Membership increased by 18 members in 2022 and 2023 past presidents and charter members. Apparel will be available
membership dues are being received at a record pace. with the anniversary logo as well.

NSPS DIRECTOR A series of additional anniversary celebrations including special
NSPS Director Nancy Almanzan reported that NSPS has not met articles in the Traverse and podcasts will be held through the year.
since the last NALS Board meeting. NSPS spring meetings will
take place directly following our conference and will include lobby MEETING SCHEDULE
day. The full schedule or the lobby day talking points are not yet Conference – March 25-28, 2023 (Reno)
available. Board Meeting – April 28, 2023 (Las Vegas)

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES COMMITTEE ADJOURNMENT
Report included in agenda. President Nancy Almanzan adjourned the meeting at
approximately 4:45 PM
Professional Practices Committee Chair Paul Burn reported
reviewing on submission since the last meeting. The submission
was reporting a CAD company offering what may be considered
land surveying services. Paul reviewed the solicitation and the
company website and determined they were not in conflict with
an laws.

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