(Revised 11-06-2005)
Tim Bowen and Mike Kruchoski met earlier this week to make the initial assignments to workhouses (click here for lists by workhouse or by student name). It was a challenge for two reasons, so you should expect to see some minor changes as we approach Luminaria Day.
These initial assignments were based on last year's sales patterns, which may shift as our luminaria sales are tabulated this year. As a result, workhouse assignments will change as neccesary.
Hint: The more help we get with data entry, the quicker we can make the necessary adjustments. Translation: We still need volunteers for this critical job. Volunteer help also ensures that sales entries are accurate, that we get the right delivery information about our valued customers, and that full credit is given to the correct student accounts. You don't need to be a "computer wiz" to help with data entry! There is plenty of non-computer work that requires your help.
Besides sales patterns, another factor that may dictate changes is delivery capability. Because there are no workhouses in the Highland, Nob Hill, University, Downtown, and Old Town neighborhoods, we will all face some long delivery distances. If necessary, we may reassign some families to help balance those delivery workloads.
Try as we might, it simply wasn't possible to assign everyone to the very closest workhouse. Nor was it possible to consider preferences about being assigned to a friend's workhouse. Our overriding goal is to ensure, as best we can, a smooth & successful luminaria day at every workhouse and our organization as a whole. With your help and cooperation, we should be able to easily achieve that goal.
Please give your workhouse hosts the utmost support when they get in touch with you soon.
As always, feel free to call or email Mike Kruchoski or any of the AYSPA officers if you have questions, comments, or suggestions -- and even offers of help!
Posted by ergo at November 5, 2005 10:51 AM