Perhaps what is needed is an alternative for those who can't stay at hotels, eg. home hospitality, or a Y. The airfare is always a big one, but JetBlue is quite a deal. Last year, we in New York hosted the convention. I offered my apt. in Brooklyn, but got no takers. Needless to say, I was disappointed, but understood why a stay at the hotel was preferable. At any rate, having been active in the Jewish community over the years, I think home hospitality for some is even superior to a hotel-stay. It's what you're looking for. Whatever the case, I second thoughts voiced re: professional recognition, reimbursement, etc. Here at Yeshiva University, it's one of the perks of the job. It certainly does make a difference. However, even when I wasn't being helped out, I still endeavored to attend local sessions. One problem not mentioned is time missed away from work. My employer covers that. For those at school libraries, having the convention after school lets help should be of some help. Of course, synagogue librarians are not always so lucky. To them, I suggest that they pursue courses of action and support put forth so far. Any job doing is worth doing well.
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