At a meeting Tuesday, the board approved a new resolution establishing guidelines for the creation of an independent community advisory panel, along with authorizing a period for name nominations, a news release issued by the district said. The nomination period began Wednesday and will continue through Wednesday, May 5. The board asks that every nomination be sent in writing to suggestions@aecsd.education or mailed to 78 Thornton Ave., Auburn, NY 13021 before 4 p.m. on May 5. Tuesday's resolution also seeks volunteers within the Auburn community to be on the advisory panel. The panel is meant to review the nominations and make a recommendation to the board. Those interested are asked to turn in their name, address, phone number, and email address in writing to the district office before the close of business of May 5.