10-28-2008

Present:  William Gibson, Bill Kostelec, Karen Franks-Harding, Marcia Bertholf, Angela Ruff, Kim Gieber, Connie Hickman, Ann Price, Mike Tobin, Jill Wilkinson, Tim Woodard, Krystal Burns.

Absent: Rodolfo Pagsanjan

Minutes Approval

Tim moved that minutes from the 9/23/08 and 10/14/08 council meetings be approved with no modifications.   Mike seconded the motion.  Unanimous agreement.

Treasurer's Report

Jill has estimated expenses based on last year's budget to project cost needs for this year, and projects about a $5,000 reserve.  Marcia suggested we be prepared for shortcomings in the university budget do to the economic downturn so we should be good stewards with the SA Budget), may want to consider holding that to give back to the university given the financial environment.  Angela offered that many of the committees are still finalizing goals and may have new activities which will require funding. Karen moved to accept the budget report, Bill seconded.  Unanimous agreement.

Fall Open Meeting
Ann submitted a draft program agenda featuring updates on the staff climate survey, the compensation committee survey, a talk about the current economy, and an opportunity for the committees to feature goals.    Event is Wednesday, November 19, 8:30-10am, and all are encouraged to attend.

Mission Awards
Connie reported 11 nominations and recruited a selection committee of Marcia, Ann, Karen, Jill, Fr. Hightower, and Raymond Reyes,.

Staff Social Proposal

William presented a draft proposal from the Community Outreach Committee regarding the staff socials.  Krystal clarified details, and shared that the October social was a small turnout.  The proposal requests greater council attendance and that the socials become programs to feature the Staff Assembly organization.  William is willing to present each time, but wants assistance and attendance from as many council members as possible.    

Heads Up Gonzaga

Marcia Bertholf offered to chair this event subcommittee.

Spring Open Meeting

Kim offered to chair this event subcommittee.

University Sustainability Committee

William was approached by Brian Henning to invite staff participation in a new university committee focused on Stewardship and Sustainability.  Mike Tobin offered to represent the Staff Assembly. 

Next Meeting: Tues, 11/11/08.

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