February 2003 Meeting Minutes
February 14, 2003
Washington, DC
Present:
Randall Lambrecht (Univ. of Wisconsin-Milwaukee)
Jim Girvan (Boise State Univ.)
Denise Heinemann (Florida Gulf Coast University)
Cheryl Samuels (Old Dominion University)
Jerome Sullivan (University of Toledo)
Jacqueline Hooper (Ferris State University)
Janet Pisaneschi (Western Michigan University)
Susan Hanrahan (Arkansas State University)
Noelle Kehrnberg (Western Carolina University)
Elliot Rothman (guest, Rothman Partners Architects)
David Gale Northern Kentucky University)
Gary Neiman (Ohio University)
Gregory Frazer (Duquesne University).
Officer Reports:
The meeting was called to order at 2:15 pm by R. Lambrecht. The membership list was circulated for corrections, and introductions were made by those in attendance after a brief "get acquainted" exercise.
Frazer moved, Hanrahan seconded, approval of the agenda for the 02/14/03 meeting. Motion was unanimously approved.
Pisaneschi moved, Frazer seconded minutes to the meetings of October 10, 2002 (San Diego) and February 22, 2002 (San Antonio). Minutes were unanimously approved with the modification of the spelling of Frazier on the 10/10/02 minutes.
The Treasurer's Report was provided by G. Frazer. Frazer explained that the status of the $250.67 debit is still undetermined, but it is probably from an ASAHP reception expense cost share. Neiman moved, Pisaneschi seconded, that the COHD purchase a chair in recognition of Lydia Wingate's service. Motion passed unanimously.
The COHD by-law draft and membership directory were distributed. Suggestions for change should be e mailed to R. Lambrecht (rsl@uwm.edu). An electronic version of the by-laws will be sent with a copy of these minutes.
Frazer moved, Heinemann seconded, that the University of Toledo be accepted for membership. Motion passed unanimously.
Old Business:
1) There was a lack of interest in exploration of a "Fellows Program". It was thought that consideration of a program of this nature might be premature at this time.
2) COHD by-laws: see above.
3) It was agreed that COHD establish a web site. R. Lambrecht will work to establish and initially maintain this web site. Pisaneschi moved, Hanrahan seconded, that a set aside allocation not to exceed $500 to underwrite web site development/maintenance costs.
There was no other old business.
New Business:
1) Members gave reports on critical issues and announcements.
2) D. Gale wished to have a representative appointed to interface with representatives from other regional deans groups.
3) Charyl Samuels moved, Pisaneschi seconded, that COHD make a $1000 commitment to the ASAHP Legislative Fund. Motion was unanimously approved.
4) Hanrahan moved, Frazer seconded, the the following resolution be read at the town meeting on 2/15/03 by R. Lambrecht: The COHD proudly endorsed the ASAHP-led initiative to introduce the Allied Health Reinvestment Act to the 108th Congress and commits $1000 to the ASAHP Legislative Fund as a tangible show of support. Further, we urge that all regional dean's groups voice similar support, as we believe that a unified voice is the most effective means of achieving legislative success. Motion was unanimously approved.
The meeting was adjourned at 4:00 pm.
Respectfully submitted, Gary Neiman (for Barry Eckert, Secretary)