I. Welcome and Introduction – Patrick Hatch

Patrick called the meeting to order.

II. Agenda Item 1

Election of New Chair

· All members beginning their second term with the EAC were given an opportunity to vote for the new chair. One voting member was absent and her vote will be submitted next week and the new chair will be announced after the final votes are tallied.

III. Agenda Item 2

Furloughs

· Susan Norton discussed with the EAC members information regarding furloughs.

· She stressed that there has been no decision made at this point if furloughs will be needed, however, the institution is being proactive in making preparations and researching opportunities for additional savings.

· Susan requested on behalf of William Bowes, senior vice president for Finance and Administration, that the EAC members engage their constituents to look at processes, programs and services where savings can be realized.

· It was explained that some other institutions are implementing a two-week closure at the holidays but this is to achieve energy savings and the closures are not related to furloughs.

IV. Agenda Item 3

Wellness Center Walking Pass

· Several employees had expressed an interest in obtaining a walking pass for the Wellness Center in order to utilize the indoor track.

· Dale Hartenburg was contacted regarding the possibility and at this time this option appears not to be feasible.

V. Agenda Item 4

Morale Boosters

· The council discussed possible ideas for morale boosters for the campus and ways for the council to be more involved in recognizing employees.

· It was recommended to invite Debbie Kalliokoski, director of annual funds in University Advancement, to attend the next meeting to discuss funding and activity options.

VI. Agenda Item 5

Beeper Submissions

· There are no new submissions at this time.

VII. Agenda Item 6

Erie P. Blissit & Clay Adamson Nomination Process

· The council will serve as the selection committee for both awards.

· The nomination process is open until August 14.

· A special meeting of the council will be called after the nomination process is closed.

VIII. Agenda Item 7

New Business

· For the benefit of the new council members, the parking report submitted previously from Auxiliary Services will be discussed at the next EAC meeting. This will assist the new members in clarifying any issues and help to address any further constituent inquiries.

IX. Meeting adjourned – Patrick Hatch