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 October, 2002

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Please note the following new policy from the national office:

    Last year coaches really liked the convenience of www.nflonline.org. A record number of new members were added - that's the good news.  More than 1/3 were never paid for - that's the bad news.  Obviously your League can not survive if members choose not to pay for services they request.  So - this year the Council has ruled that no school may compete at any NFL district or National event if it owes the NFL money.  Bills past due by 60 days will incur a $25 penalty fee.

    When students are added online their membership cards and an invoice for their membership fees are mailed the next day (certificates are mailed later).  This invoice for new members must be paid by check, cash, or P.O. within 59 days to avoid the $25 late charge.  (NFL will accept credit cards by January 5).

    If you believe you will be adding new members right before the district tournament you may send an advance deposit earlier to pay for those members or you will have to pay the district chair at the tournament or your school will not be allowed to compete.

    Both I (Jim Copeland) and the Council regret that so many good people are inconvenienced by the thoughtless actions of a few who chose not to pay despite many notices.

The Rostrum (the entire magazine) may be viewed by all NFL members each month online at www.nflonline.org.