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Finally, a handbook for the 1.2 million advisory board members serving over 83,000 local governments in the United States. This pocket size, 144 page reference guide is a bountiful source of ideas, advice & checklists for volunteers sitting on library boards, planning commisssions or blue ribbon committees. Ted A. Gaebler, Co-Author, REINVENTING GOVERNMENT writes: "Len Wood's new book is terrific. I've worked with elected & appointed officials in five states that needed this concise handbook. It is timely, educational & most importantly, results oriented. Every elected & appointed official & agency employee would benefit from this handbook." Lauren Wasserman, Director of Planning for San Diego County states: "Mr. Wood's wealth of public sector experience has been digested into a concise, well written manual packed with wisdom that is valuable to both elected & appointed board members. Virtually every situation a commission member will face is covered in this handy guide." ORDERS AVAILABLE FROM THE TRAINING SHOPPE, Department G, 4228 PALOS VERDES DRIVE EAST, RANCHO PALOS VERDES, CA 90274. (310-832-5652).