THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-DEARBORN
2007 STAFF SENATE
November 28, 2007
9:00-II:00 a.m.
1227 UC
MEETING #11
MINUTES
MEMBERS PRESENT: Michelle Barnes, Rima Berry-Hung, Paul Beteag, Rachel Buzzeo, Monica Hetu, Vera Kapulak, Cynthia Kecskes, Sharon Lobdell, Sandie Post, Marlene Pruitt, Diane Sigler, Belinda Soliz, Linda Southward, and Judy Walker.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Bernadette Lis and Judy Wilson.
ALSO PRESENT: Daniel Little and Ginny Zarras.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. NO GUESTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS
4.1 Committee Reports:
4.1.1 Benefits Committee – The Request for Proposal (RFP) for a new dental program has been sent out. Our voice was heard. Some of the recommendations that were given to AAHR were mentioned at Voices. Laura Drabczyk talked to the Benefits Committee about pandemic planning.
4.1.2 University Budget Committee – The Child Development Center (CDC) will move to an Oakwood Hospital facility purchased from Ford Motor Company. The monies that were raised for a new CDC building may be used to purchase furnishings for their new location. In addition, staff salary compression was discussed.
4.1.3 UMake a Difference Committee – Vera reported that Rachel is doing an excellent job. Sixteen awards were given out this past month.
4.1.4 Recognition Committee – The wrap-up meeting and breakfast will be held on December 10.
4.1.5 Voices of Staff – Marlene reported that the Dental RFP was sent to MetLife, Delta, Cigna, and Blue Cross. Committee members will attend the vendor presentations. MHealthy has created a web page titled “Understanding U” for on-line screening of emotional and mental health issues. Surveys will be anonymous. Data has revealed that the leading drug prescribed is for mental health.
4.1.6 Public Relations Committee – The committee will have a wrap-up meeting tomorrow to go over the Year-End Report and future plans.
4.1.7 Leadership and Development Committee – The meeting with Jeff Evans has been rescheduled.
4.1.8 Hospitality Committee – Currently working on the retreat scheduled for December 12 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch will be at 1 p.m.
4.1.9 Workplace Environment Committee - The committee will have a wrap-up meeting tomorrow to go over the Year-End Report and future plans.
4.1.10 Election Committee – With approximately 270 ballots counted, the November election results are as follows:
School of Management – 4-year term – Amy Kazanowksi (uncontested)
School of Education -- 4-year term – Joann Otlewski (uncontested)
College of Engineering – 2-year term – Sherry Boyd replaced Shelley Harris
At-Large – 4-year terms: Laura Beer, Rachel Buzzeo, and Linda Southward
At-Large – 2-year term: Cynthia Kecskes replaced Lori Kornelson
It was suggested, and agreed, that those that were not elected this time be contacted to be on Staff Senate committees as they have shown interest in serving on the Senate.
4.1.11 Communication Committee – The Senator quarterly newspaper was distributed yesterday. The committee will have a wrap-up meeting tomorrow.
4.1.12 Senate Budget Recommendation Committee – Different types of compensation and retention are the main topics being discussed. Their report should be ready within the next two weeks. The Chancellor stated that the traditional budget memo from the Senate does not have to be given to him at the retreat and can be in a different format.
4.1.13 Longevity Committee – The committee is covering longevity, recognition, and retention. Their report was distributed and discussed at length. The Chancellor has concerns that it sounds like a salary supplement, perhaps only award on milestone years. He requested that Ginny Zarras of Human Resources “flesh out” the details and share them with Belinda, add more data, and then report back to the Senate.
4.1.14 By-Laws Change Committee – The proposed by-laws change regarding ex-officio status was distributed and discussed. C. Kecskes moved that the proposal be approved with the addition of “and guests”. V. Kapulak seconded. The motion passed unanimously. The by-laws change will be sent out to all staff for a vote.
4.2 Retreat – Please note the time has been changed from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The agenda is a work in progress.
5. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION AND ACTION:
5.1 Faculty Forum, Monday, December 17, 3 p.m. It will be held in the University Center. Both Faculty and Staff Senate Councils are to attend. If there is space, other Senators may also attend.
5.2 Henderson Proposal – Stan Henderson would like to work with the Staff Senate on developing a plan to educate staff members regarding the Student Code of Conduct and university guidelines in enforcing it. Meetings could be held in each building or a staff forum.
6. SENATE GOALS
7. ROUNDTABLE
7.1 – An article from the Detroit Free Press regarding Terry Burns was circulated. It was about her volunteer work with the Salvation Army.
7.2 – A concern regarding Fairlane Center staff, especially a Dean, not paying for parking stickers was discussed. The Chancellor will do a follow-up.
7.3 – The campus’ 50th anniversary is coming soon. Susan Steele will be coordinating planning efforts for the event and will attend the Senate’s January 2008 meeting regarding staff involvement.
7.4 – D. Sigler asked if not having the Senate involved with the Holiday Brunch this year has made a difference in attendance. The menu is a concern because there are no vegetarian items or healthy choices. There must be 25 vegetarian requests for them to be accommodated. Our concerns will be forward to Nancy Thomas.
Respectfully submitted,
Judith K. Wilson
Secretary
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