Sarah Michelle Hoge

The meeting included a welcome and general announcements. The treasurer reported the account balance. The corresponding secretary was thanked for their work reaching out to members. Committee reports included updates on programs, membership, political action, benefits, the Faculty Senate, the university and community service/website, scholarship, and the newsletter. Members were thanked for their donations to the UA Campus Cupboard.

The meeting included discussions and reports from various committees. The Treasurer's Report was submitted and accepted, showing income from membership dues and luncheon proceeds, as well as expenses for catering and the newsletter. The Corresponding Secretary reported on sending cards to members. Program updates included the upcoming Soup & Chili dinner and a speaker for the November lunch. Membership reported on paid members and efforts to contact non-renewed members. Political Action discussed the STRS Board's work with an actuary and the potential for a 13th check. Benefits highlighted efforts to ensure free parking privileges for retirees. The Scholarship Committee reported on scholarship recipients and concerns about the scholarship selection process. The Newsletter reported that work is beginning on the next newsletter. There was also a review of notes from the Faculty Senate meeting, covering topics such as Vision 2030, budgets, the Browns partnership, tuition revenue, and curriculum proposals.

The meeting included discussions on membership, political action, and benefits. The program committee reported on upcoming speakers and potential road trips. There was a discussion regarding the repeat process for the 60+ Program and issues in the Art Department, which were resolved. The Senate and union liaisons are working on plans for retrenchment. Discussions around faculty positions, programs etc. are ongoing.

The meeting included discussions and reports from various committees, including Programs, Membership, Political Action, Benefits, Faculty Senate, University & Community Service/Website, Scholarship, and Newsletter. The Programs Committee reported on the Soup and Chili dinner and the upcoming speaker, President Nemer. The Membership Committee discussed strategies for retaining and recruiting members. The Political Action Committee reported on the OCHER meeting and the possibility of a 13th check. The Benefits Committee discussed the elimination of @1870 e-mails and reduced benefits for retirees. Other topics included updates on the website, scholarship gifts, and new business such as the Kick-off for the City of Akron Bicentennial.

The meeting included discussions and reports on various topics. The board acknowledged the well-received newsletters and expressed gratitude to Martha for her efforts. Updates were provided on the treasurer's report, membership status, and committee activities, including programs, political action, benefits, faculty senate, university and community service, scholarship, and newsletter. The board also discussed old business related to by-laws and new business, including general membership meetings. Additionally, the Faculty Senate meeting addressed the president transition, budget planning, accessibility on campus, and curriculum proposals.