This is michael bamesberger reporting from the #lnk foundation building at the nebraska board of engineers and architects mtg. #nbea

Jon wilbeck, the board's executive dir., is going over the budget, salaries and travel expenditures. #nbea

Wilbeck is taking questions about $6500 spent on laptops and software in the last fiscal year. #nbea

The #nbea raises revenue from engineer, architect license renewals. They raised slightly more revenue than money spent in '10-'11

The financial report was approved by the board #nbea

The #nbea is reviewing applications for licensure of engineers and discussing their individual experience.

#nbea is now running through committee reports. Committees include education, enforcement, legislative.

But first, the communication committee is discussing a facebook for the board #nbea

Many agencies in the state already have a social media presence. #nbea

#nbea just voted to start a facebook page immediately.

Tyler kohtz - compliance officer - is discussing how other state boards deal with complaints and investigations. #nbea

Many states, like kansas, take up to 18 months to follow up on complaints about engineers. Takes much less time in nebr. #nbea

The board holds a licensing ceremony in october. #nbea

The #nbea is discussing the wording and content of their brochure and newsletter.

Photo from inside the #nbea meeting http://t.co/gBUWnTW

The #nbea meets on the fifth floor of the lincoln fondation building on n st. And centennial mall http://t.co/RepbgJp

#nbea meeting sign http://t.co/wFb6Tbr

The board is heading to break. This is michael bamesberger signing off. #nbea