What is Area Assembly?

Area 34 holds an important middle position in the Conference structure. Through an elected delegate, it participates in A.A. worldwide, and through the D.C.M.’s and G.S.R.’s; it is close to the local scene. The assembly meetings consider a variety of issues, from General Service Conference business to area problems and solutions and financial affairs. Sharing sessions, public information programs, workshops and video presentations keep A.A. strong and participation in service growing in the area.

Our past trusted servants (past delegates, past trustees and past officers) help to guide the area to an informed group conscience. The business of Area 34 is brought forth, discussed and voted upon to help carry the message of A.A.

Through participation of Area 34 at the Mock Conference, the Pre-Conference Assembly and through the work of our Standing Committees the elected delegate is able to take with him/her the experience of the Assembly and the State, to be able to participate in the Group Conscience of A.A. as a whole.

READ MORE Western Michigan Area 34 General Service Guidelines Handbook

Area Assembly (typical/non-Election) Agenda

Assembly starts at 10:30. Lunch is at noon.

OPENING:

READINGS: Preamble, Twelve Traditions, Twelve Concepts (Concept for the Month)

ROLL CALL OF DISTRICTS: (update during assembly if additional District’s arrive)

NEW GSR'S/DCM'S/ALTERNATES:

DISTRICT/GROUP CONCERNS:

STANDING SERVICE COMMITTEES: (New GSRs/DCMs meet with Alternate Delegate. Others can see the Chairperson or Secretary for committee assignment if not currently serving on a Group/District Service Committee.)

RECESS/LUNCH BREAK REPORTS:

• Secretary’s Report/Minutes

• Treasurer’s Report

• Delegate’s Report 

• Standing & Special Service Committee Reports - (Chairs, please submit written summary of committee meeting/report to Secretary)

OLD BUSINESS: (For the benefit of the person originating any motion, the entire Assembly, the Chairperson, and the Secretary – please write out motions prior to making them, and then give the written motions to the Chairperson.)

A) Item #1

B) Item #2

C) Other

NEW BUSINESS:

A) Item #1

B) Item #2

C) Other

DISTRICT REPORTS:

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH:

CLOSING:

Notes for Attending Virtually

The virtual option was born from the 2020 pandemic. We are learning as we go. Please bear with us. 

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Please remember to:

• Review the agenda set forth in the Guidelines.

  • Be prepared to address group concerns after district roll call, bring up any new business after lunch.​

  • The agenda is malleable. We are working to get the final agenda on this webpage prior to Assembly. Please bear with us.

• Join Zoom with microphone muted and video on. 

• Zoom follows the Live agenda. 

  • We do our best to accommodate all virtual users, but we must adhere to the agenda set forth in the Guidelines. ​

• Raise your hand when you'd like to speak

  • Do not write your concern in the chat. The majority of the assembly body will not hear or see it.​

  • Wait your turn. You may be the only hand-up on Zoom, but there may be people lined up at the microphone in person. 

• Use the chat sparingly. The chat is not monitored by the Assembly Chairperson. ​

The virtual option is an alternative, not a substitute, to attending Assembly in person. We encourage all to make it to Assembly in person if possible. 

Join Virtual Area Assembly

Here is the invitation for the 2021 Hybrid Assembly

Area 34 Western Michigan's Zoom Meeting

10:15am – 4:45pm

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Description: Area 34 Western Michigan is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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