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OREGON STATE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION (OSURA)
Minutes of the Board of Director Meeting for March 18, 2005
Members present: Bill Brennan, Les Dunnington, David Eiseman, Gale
Hazel, Kathy Heath, Glenn Klein, Ken Krane, Ron Lovell, Jean Peters
Absent: Norma Barnhisel, Kathy Meddaugh
Guest: Laura Sneeden
The meeting was called to order by Brennan at 10:04 a.m. He introduced
Sneeden who assists Hazel on so many OSURA projects. A discussion of
the career fair was added to the agenda.
There were no additions or corrections to the minutes.
Treasurer’s Report
Provost’s Account: $1,817.00
Foundation Account: $5,712.75
Total members, as updated after the meeting: 351
Brennan and Heath pointed out that those attending the April 4 meeting with
OSU administrators regarding institutionalization of OSURA will need to be
able to explain how the money from the Provost’s Account has been spent
over the past year and a half.
Old Business
OSURA/AROPE Memorandum of Agreement—Peters, Dunnington, and
Lovell reported on the results of their subcommittee’s work. They presented
a Memorandum of Understanding for consideration. Under the memo, both
organizations would agree to cooperate with one another without interfering
with the basic premises of either organization. The goals would include
attending of programs of one group by members of the other and an
exchange of newsletters by the presidents. Individuals would still retain
membership in the organization of primary interest to them and could also
join both groups if they meet membership requirements. After a slight
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alteration in wording (changing “group affiliation” to “cooperation”), the
board accepted the document in a motion by Peters, seconded by Lovell.
Career Fair—Heath said that volunteer participation in the career fair was
good and that the event had been successful. Brennan noted that there were
still a few polo shirts to hand out to volunteers.
Nominating Committee—Brennan noted that, due to an oversight, there was
still one board slot to fill at the annual meeting. Peters said she would
contact various people (names suggested by board members) and find
another candidate by the annual meeting (when board members are elected).
There was unanimous consent for her to do so.
Annual Meeting Agenda—Brennan discussed the plans for the May 11
annual meeting, including the entertainment, which he wants to keep secret.
Heath suggested that all OSURA volunteers be chosen as the “Volunteers of
the Year” for their wonderful work. The board agreed. Peters and Eiseman
agreed to develop a survey for members at the annual meeting to determine
member interest in joining one of the OSURA committees. The goal is to
make the committees less board-driven and, thus, to get more member
participation.
Bone Lab Tour—Heath reported that a tour has been set up for May 12 at
1:30 p.m. in the Women’s Building. Space is limited so attendees need to
sign up in advance. Details will be reported in the newsletter.
Theatre Party—Krane said that he had arranged for an “OSURA Night at the
Theatre” on May 19. Members will gather at 6:30 p.m. for a dessert
reception in the Green Room of the theatre in Withycombe Hall to hear from
director Charlotte Headrick. The play will follow at 7:30 p.m. Details will
be published in the newsletter.
OSURA Web Site—Brennan noted the future need to train someone to
update the Web Site. The board agreed that the site looks good but the
content is not changed often enough. Hazel does not have the time to do this
work.
New Business
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Provost Candidates—Brennan, Eiseman, and Peters reported on their
attendance at the public presentations of the three people vying to become
OSU’s new provost. All but one seemed conversant with retiree issues. All
three seemed interested in talking to OSURA, however.
Meeting with Terryl Ross—Brennan reported on a coffee he attended (along
with Krane and Eiseman) with Terryl Ross, the director of community and
diversity. They had a good discussion during which Ross renewed his offer
to give OSURA office space and secretarial help. The board noted its
appreciation of his offer but will hold off a decision depending on the
outcome of the institutionalization proposal.
Including Non-OSURA News in the Newsletter—Brennan reported on a
request from member Lloyd Kilgore to include a news item on his efforts to
start a bowling league. After some discussion, the board decided to bring
the issue of non-official news items at the annual meeting. All agreed that a
policy needs to be formulated.
Honorary Member—Brennan proposed that Larry Roper, vice provost for
student affairs, be given an honorary membership in OSURA for his support
of the organization, most recently by paying for the volunteer polo shirts and
lapel pins. Brennan moved and Lovell seconded the motion, which was
approved unanimously.
Membership—Although pleased with the increase in the number of
members, the board agreed to clarify when dues are payable. They run from
annual meeting to annual meeting but some members have not renewed
because they may not know this. Klein also noted the possibility of adding a
category for lifetime memberships. Hazel and Lovell will add a line to the
membership blank in the newsletter to address the dues issue.
Next Meeting: Monday, April 25, 2005, 10 a.m. to noon in the
Christensen Room of the OSU Foundation Building
(NOTE: Members should wear their OSURA polo shirts for a group
photo.)
Meeting adjourned at 12:04 p.m.