AA GUTS Steering Committee Meeting Minutes
February 22nd, 2026 SC Meeting
SC Chair: Christian
Secretary: Lauren
SC Members Present: Christian, Justin F, Shawna, Mark M, Bently, Glenn, Gabi, Elle
I. Sibling Meeting Sustainability
Background
The sustainability of Sibling Meetings has been discussed repeatedly over the past three years. Although addressed in recent Business Meetings, concerns remain that preventive measures are not consistently maintained. Hosts often volunteer during sustainability discussions but later step down, creating recurring instability. The proposal aims to establish clearer structure, accountability, and continuity standards.
Proposal
Literature Meeting
- Minimum of three (3) regular hosts required; occasional hosts do not count toward the minimum.
- Occasional hosts may provide supplemental support only.
- One-year trial period with no missed meetings.
- If a meeting does not occur during the trial period, the meeting will be removed without additional Business Meeting discussion.
All Current Sibling Meetings
- Hosts must commit to a six-month minimum term.
- Hosts who do not complete the commitment may not serve as regular host for three months and may serve only as co-host during that period.
- Removed meetings may only be reinstated if three regular hosts commit to six months.
- Upon completion of the minimum commitment, hosts should identify replacement hosts if the meeting is to continue.
- If two meetings fail to occur within one month, the meeting will be placed under Business Meeting review for removal.
Future Sibling Meetings
- Three regular hosts required at all times.
- All new meetings operate under a one-year trial period with no missed meetings.
Discussion Highlights
- Concern about strict removal criteria and need for additional recruitment time.
- Suggestion to shorten co-host restriction period to 30 days.
- Attendance levels discussed and different reports were given
- Emphasis on need for sustainability guardrails while allowing opportunity for rebuilding.
Outcome
Vote to bring proposal to the Business Meeting: (6 Yes Votes/No Dissent)
II. GSR Business Meeting
Background
The GSR receives Conference Agenda Items prior to the April Area Assembly that require group discussion. Historically, a special Business Meeting has been held when multiple items are assigned.
Proposal
Hold a Special Business Meeting on March 22 at 11:00 AM PT to review assigned items.
If only one item is assigned, the discussion may occur during the April regular Business Meeting and the special meeting may be canceled.
Outcome
Vote to bring proposal to the Business Meeting: (6 Yes Votes/No Dissent)
III. Member Complaint
Background
While serving as co-host on February 19, 2026, Joan S reported receiving private messages from a member involving verbal harassment related to a prior sponsor relationship. The member was removed from the meeting following disruptive behavior. Joan consulted her sponsor and group members.
Discussion Highlights
- Question raised regarding whether the matter falls under Ethics Committee scope.
- Recommendation to refer the issue to the Ethics Committee for review and potential warning.
- Noted that concerns involving the member have been ongoing.
- Motion made to table the issue; further discussion supported Ethics Committee involvement.
Outcome
Motion to remand the matter to the Ethics Committee: (6 Yes Votes/No Dissent)
The meeting closed with the Serenity Prayer and a motion to adjourn.