John Bellville

The meeting included discussions and decisions regarding several key areas. The treasurer's report was approved, showing a balance of $34,916.88 as of February 28, 2021. Updates on CONNECT 2021 were shared, including the launch of the website and confirmed sponsorships. The NRCS agreement for CONNECT was reviewed, with a discussion on a potential increase in funding. Updates were provided on the NRCS Training Grant, including the ranking of applications for administrative support and deliverables contractors. A proposal for a website refresh was presented, and detailed conversations were planned to assess its feasibility. The board also discussed the strategic planning meeting and the Oregon Conservation Partnership, supporting the use of a facilitator for upcoming negotiations.

The meeting included a review of the treasurer's report, which covered the October bank statement and the proposed 2020 budget with and without the NRCS grant. There was a discussion about membership dues and website updates. Updates on the 2020 Connect Conference were provided, including profit sharing by partners and scholarships/fee waivers for district employees. The Regional Training Grant was discussed, with suggestions for better advertising. The board also discussed a request for associate membership and partnership reports/updates, including OrCP updates and an update on the OACD Fall Business Meeting.

The OCEAN Regular Board Meeting included discussion of the Connect 2021 event, with 23 tracts confirmed for the Zoom event in May. An overview of accomplishments was provided, and a website update was discussed, to be further addressed at the annual meeting. A template and budget for the NRCS Agreement for Connect 2022-2024 were reviewed. The proposal from Hoopla to update the OCEAN website was discussed. Strategic planning was tabled due to no quorum. Updates on the OrCP were also on the agenda. Jason has been trying to update the OCEAN SAM account and it has been denied because there is no lease for office space. Jason also said he will develop the length of service awards for Connect.

The OCEAN Board meeting included discussions and decisions on several key areas. The board reviewed the Treasurer's Report, CONNECT 2020 venue proposals, and the Executive Coordinator position. They also discussed the NRCS grant, partnership reports, and the OrCP MOU, including concerns about funding allocation. Additionally, the board addressed the appointment of the Eastern At-Large B Representative.

The board discussed the location for CONNECT 2022, deciding on the Seaside Convention Center as the first choice. Updates were provided on the NRCS grant deliverables, with discussions on content development for the new website and conservation planner certifications. The board also addressed OCEAN's address change, outlining the necessary updates for the bank account, Secretary of State, and System for Award Management (SAM).