Mike,

Sure, one can get an email address, and then go to the library or someplace else to check if he has any emails.

But you've got to askyourself, why is AMA insisting on this? Is it for "instant" notification, or just for the convenience of those needing to contact someone? If it's for "instant" communication, then is it really going to work very well for those who don't have a PC and would be expected to go to the library or wherever to check if they have received anything. That's not really a realistic solution to THAT problem.

If it's strictly for the convenience of AMA staffers, and to reduce mailing costs or manpower costs to make phone calls, then that's another issue. Even then, should the AMA expect club officials to purchase equipment or services they may not want, just for the staffers convenience? Or should AMA contact folks as needed through whatever means that individual would prefer?

I would be willing to bet that 90% or more of clubs can currently be contacted by email. Does it really matter if that contact is the safety officer or not? I don't think so. Would it save AMA some money or time if that was 100%? Probably yes, but should AMA be working for the convenience of it's members, or should it's members be working for AMA's convenience?

IMO the mindset that AMA won't work with a chartered club that doesn't have an email address for it's safety officer is not a mindset that should be fostered.