Time and place. The meeting was conducted at 12 noon on Zoom.
Attendance. Twelve members.
Minutes. July 12 minutes approved.
President’s Report.
- Calendar. We need a paper calendar that people can post on their refrigerator doors.
- Tampa Bay Rays. 85 tickets distributed.
- UFF Membership. Members have to tell Tallahassee if they are leaving or going on halftime, etc.
- Old Files. We will need volunteers to box files.
- Certification. All the paperwork is done. PERC is overwhelmed.
New Business.
- Constitution and Bylaws. We need to reform the Ad Hoc committee.
- Events planned. These include post-bargaining lunch at Ferg’s. The BOT meeting on Sept. 10, preceded by a breakfast. BOG meeting on Sept. 12 & 13. In addition, a Tailgate at the Rowdies game and something at a Women’s soccer game.
- Last chapter meeting. We will have a chapter meeting on August 9, prior to the Bargaining Session.
Committee Reports.
- Grievances. We have an unprecedented number of grievances. Faculty have a lot of problems with HR.
- Government Relations. GR Chair Moore attended a workshop in Orlando and reported on problems facing Florida education. Discussion: some of these issues should be taken to legislators.
- Treasury. We are solvent.
These minutes were respectfully submitted on 28 July 2024.