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I would still like to see operators of remote switches (e.g. Mankato Networks) be allowed to be members. PROPOSAL 1A: In order to qualify for membership, a member shall be: (i) an operator of an Internet Protocol network which has one or more direct, or approved indirect, connections to Midwest Internet Cooperative Exchange LLC’s (the “Company”) switches; or (ii) an operator of equipment providing approved indirect connections. PROPOSAL 1B: [ If we feel it is important to allow for Cologix (and similar companies in the future) to be members, then... ] In order to qualify for membership, a member shall be: (i) an operator of an Internet Protocol network which has one or more direct, or approved indirect, connections to Midwest Internet Cooperative Exchange LLC’s (the “Company”) switches; (ii) an operator of equipment providing approved indirect connections; or (iii) an operator of a colocation data center in which the Company's switches are located. I'd like to see this sentence change: CURRENT: A member may be elected or appointed to membership by the Board. PROPOSAL 2A: A member may be elected or appointed to membership. PROPOSAL 2B: A member may be elected to membership by the members or appointed to membership by the Board. -- Richard