Minutes of Organizational Meeting of The Board of UMKC Retirees Association

Members Present: Jane Adkins, Wheadon Bloch, Jack Brooks, Alice Epp, Wilma Kerstann, Marion Marshall, 
Jack Ramsey, Paul Roberts, William Strickland, Edwin Westermann

The meeting opened at 10:00 a.m. with Jack Brooks serving as interim president. Wheadon Bloch reported he and Jack Brooks attended the Ad Hoc Committee meeting November 8, in Columbia. Members of the other three campus Retiree Associations, Columbia, Rolla and St. Louis were in attendance. The Ad Hoc Committee will continue to function for a time and each of the retiree associations will exchange minutes of their meetings.

There was discussion on a letter written by Robert McFarland, President of the Rolla Retiree Association to President Peter Magrath. It was decided Jack Brooks and Wheadon Bloch would make an appointment with Chancellor Russell to talk with him about the letter and other matters regarding UMKC's Retirees Association.

We discussed a name for our association. It was decided we would call the group, The UMKC Retirees Association.

We then needed to elect an interim slate of officers to serve until a regular election of officers could be held in April. The motion was made and seconded that Jack Brooks will serve as President, Wheadon Bloch as Vice-president, Wilma Kerstann as Secretary and Jack Ramsey as Treasurer.

The following people will serve as interim directors and from this group there have been three committees formed:

Nominating Committee: William Strickland, Co-Chair, Edwin Westermann, Co-Chair, Alice Epp 
Retired Pay Committee: Paul Roberts, Chair, Marcella Smith
Medical Benefits Committee: Jane Adkins, Chair, Marion Marshall

We discussed the need for a Projects Committee but it has not been finalized as yet. The person chairing this committee would be called when a need arises with various projects.

Our officers are to serve a term of one year. Our directors will serve on a staggered basis of a one, two or three year term.

It was decided we needed to draft a proposed Constitution and By-laws document for the UMKC Retirees Association. We hope to have that ready by April 1990. Wheadon Bloch is to talk with Chancellor Russell about scheduling a luncheon for retirees in April. We do not have an exact date as yet. At that time we will have the election of officers and approval of the Constitution.

It was decided the dues for our organization will be $5.00 annually. A form will be sent with a newsletter sometime in January, the form to be returned with the dues. Jack Brooks will be sending the newsletter and form to all prospective members.

We are in the process of setting up an agency account with the University to handle the Association's money so we do not have to go through a bank. The retiree account number is K-9-90077, faculty- staff retired organization.

We will have a mail drop in the UMKC mail room which will make it easier for collecting dues or receiving any mail. We need to stress that dues should be paid by check or money order only.

The next meeting of the Executive Board is scheduled for Thursday, February 15th, 1990 at 10:00 a.m., in Room 216 Student Services Building.

Please Note:

Respectfully Submitted,

Wilma Kerstann, Interim Secretary

A date has been set for the April luncheon. It will be April 17th, Tuesday. Chancellor Russell has been invited and is planning to attend.

Members Present: Jane Adkins, Wheadon Bloch, Jack Brooks, Alice Epp, Wilma Kerstann, Marion Marshall, 
Jack Ramsey, Paul Roberts, Marcella Smith, Edwin Westermann, Jill Reyes, Ex officio board member

Member Absent: February 21, 1990

The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Interim President Jack Brooks.

The first order of business was the Treasurer's report. At this date we have had 121 retirees join the association. Approximately $560.00 has been put into our account. This membership is the result of only one notice that was put into our newsletter. Suggestions were made that we should put another notice in the next newsletter for anyone that might have missed the first one. In addition, $300.00 is in the process of going into our account from the office of Vice Chancellor Widmar.

The second order of business was a report by Wheadon Bloch regarding the luncheon in April. The luncheon date had to be changed from Tuesday, April 17th to Wednesday, April 18th because of a scheduling conflict in Pierson Hall. Dr. Bloch suggested we have a reception in the Westport room, starting at 11:00 a.m., thus, giving the members attending an opportunity to meet and greet old friends. The sit-down luncheon is to be scheduled for 12:00 noon. A suggested menu is marinated chicken breast, potatoes, salad, rolls and butter, dessert and drink. Price to be determined when it is decided what to have as refreshments at the reception.

The program will include entertainment by the Madrigal Singers, speaker(s), a business meeting and if time permits we may possibly have a question and answer session. Dr. Bloch hopes to have slides to show of the campus with the various buildings. There was discussion about whom to ask to the luncheon as our guests. It was decided we will use round tables with some tables reserved for guests. We will need a podium and we will also need name tags for the hosts and perhaps for everyone attending. There will be more discussion at a later date about door prizes, table prize, table decorations, etc., and whether we are to have a printed program and menu. We will send a newsletter around the middle of march to all members with a reservation form to be returned for the luncheon, with an April 13th deadline for reservations. Spouses are to be included. Jack Brooks is to talk with Jerry Garrett about parking for that day.

The third order of business was a report from the Nominating Committee. The slate of officers submitted were Jack Brooks - President., Wheadon Bloch - Vice President, Jack Ramsey - Treasurer and Wilma Kerstann - Secretary. Directors are Eldon Parizek, Jane Adkins, Marcella Smith, William Strickland, with alternates Russ Sumnicht and Barbara Spear. Alternates for officers were Marion Marshall and Paul Roberts for Treasurer. The election of officers and directors will be at the April 18th business meeting after the luncheon.

The fourth item on the agenda was a report from the Retired Pay Committee. Paul Roberts had made a comparison of retirement income under the old and the new plan. Broadly, the thinking is that the new is better than the old. There was discussion as to whether there is a possibility that some of the new plan could be applied to the old. This will be a matter for consideration and discussion for some time to come.

The report of the Medical and Disability Committee was read by Jane Adkins and one of the comments made was' as retirees each of us should be grateful that we can continue to participate in as many staff benefits as allowed. Another comment was, only those who make extensive studies of the scope and cost of staff benefits are able to make logical recommendations which they felt the committee appointed by Dr. McGrath had done.

Due to a lack of time we were unable to complete the discussion and study of the by-laws. Another meeting has been scheduled for 9:30 Wednesday, February 28th, Room 216 Student Services Building to continue this discussion.

Meeting adjourned at 12:00 noon

Respectfully submitted

Wilma Kerstann, Interim Secretary

Members Present: Jane Adkins,  Wheadon Bloch, Jack Brooks,  Alice Epp,  Wilma Kerstann,  Marion Marshall, 
Jack Ramsey, Paul Roberts, Marcella Smith, William Strickland, Jill Reyes, Ex officio

Member Absent: Edwin Westermann

The meeting was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by Interim President Jack Brooks.

Wheadon Bloch brought us up to date on some details of the April 18 luncheon. He said the Chancellor has agreed to assist us with the cost of the luncheon. He is willing to pay half. It was decided to serve wine and also a non-alcoholic beverage at the reception. Jack Brooks reported that Bob Daniels, Chairman of the U-Wide Staff Benefits Committee and Mike Paden, Director of Faculty and Staff Benefits in Columbia have been invited and plan to attend the luncheon. Jill Reyes, Supervisor of Staff Benefits at UMKC has been invited and we are also inviting the four Vice Chancellors, also, Pat Hilbern, Chairman of the Administrative Assembly and Harris Mirkin, Chairman of the Senate have been asked to attend.

Jerry Garrett came to our meeting to talk about the parking situation for the people attending the luncheon. After some discussion it was decided perhaps the best way to handle the parking situation would be to have them park at the Area lot # 99 (known as the trolly barn lot), across the street (Troost) from the Student Services Building at 4825 Troost. The people would then be shuttled by bus to the University Center for the reception/luncheon. UMKC has the north half of the lot and Menorah Hospital has the south half of the lot. To avoid confusion for the people arriving Bill Strickland suggested and it was agreed upon by the board members that we should have someone there at the parking lot to reassure people arriving that the bus will be there to get them, also, he suggested we have a rather large sign made up telling them that this is the area for the UMKC Retirees to park for the luncheon.

Our last order of business was setting up our Constitution and Bylaws of the UMKC Retirees Association. After having completed this the meeting adjourned at 11:45 a.m.

Respectfully submitted

Wilma Kerstann, Interim Secretary

Members Present: Jane Adkins, Wheadon Bloch, Jack Brooks, Marion Marshall, Eldon Parizek, Jack Ramsey, 
Paul Roberts, Jill Reyes, Betty Steinman, Gloria Ragan, Marcella Smith.

Members Absent: Wilma Kerstann, Barbara Spear

The meeting was called to order by President Jack Brooks at 9:40 a.m.

Wheadon Bloch and Jack Brooks reported on their meeting of the four campuses retiree organizations held in Columbia on May 23, 1990. The principal results of this meeting were:

(a) not to attempt to amend the December 1989 decision of the Board of Curators which established a new retirement and medical benefits plan, 

(b) to follow a recommendation that the retirees develop a position paper on retired pay and helath benefits and submit same to President McGrath.

It was decided that the Columbia campus take the responsibility for developing the strategy and preparing the position paper in coordination with representatives of the other campuses. No time schedule or deadline was set.

Treasurer's Report - Jack Ramsey reported that as of April 30, 1990, there was a balance of $1,158.00 in our account. However, there are some bills to be paid, the largest of which is $450.00 for the April luncheon. He estimates that after all bills are paid we should have about $500.00 remaining. Ways are still being explored as to how we can pay for flowers and wine out of our university account.

Membership - Jill Reyes distributed a new membership roster which shows a total of 176 members as of May 1, 1990. There have been a few additional members and the membership is closer to 180.

Report on April 18, 1990 Luncheon - Wheadon Bloch reported on our successful luncheon. Approximately 92 people attended. Guests were transported by bus from the Student Services Building to the Student Union. This arrangement worked well and eliminated the parking problem. Bus costs were $27.00. Food was good but service somewhat slower than expected. The Madrigal singers gave an excellent performance and were well received. The Bookstore donated door prizes and Mr. Haigh has been sent a letter of thanks. A letter was also sent to Chancellor Russell thanking him for his financial support.

Standing Committees - A review of our standing committees was held and it was decided there was a need to establish two Ad Hoc Committees. A Projects Committee will be chaired by Director Barbara Spear. She will recruit additional members from our membership roster. This Committee will be prepared to implement requests for retirees services on projects which support University programs.

Paul Roberts, Jane Adkins and Marion Marshall with others to be recruited later, if necessary, will form a Retirement and Staff Benefits Ad Hoc Committee to work with the other retiree organizations in this field and be prepared to keep the Board of Directors advised of activities in this area.

Appointive Offices - After discussion of their roles and duties Betty Steinman and Gloria Ragan accepted offices as Publicity and Newsletter Editor and Historian respectively. Both individuals were thanked for their willingness to volunteer and serve in these two important posts.

Future Programs - After discussion, led by Wheadon Bloch, it was decided to begin immediate planning for a Missouri Riverboat outing for mid September 1990. Wheadon will begin to assemble information on this program and will report on its status at the next Board meeting. It was further decided to begin planning for a Christmas Party in early December, probably on a Saturday to avoid parking problems.

The next meeting was scheduled for Wednesday, July 18 at 10:00 a.m., Room 216 Student Services Building.

Meeting adjourned at 11:30 a.m.

Members Present: Jane Adkins, Wheadon Bloch, Jack Brooks, Wilma Kerstann, Marion Marshall,
Eldon Parizek, Gloria Ragan, Paul Roberts, Barbara Spear, Betty Steinman.

Members Absent: Jack Ramsey, Marcella Smith

The meeting was called to order by president Jack Brooks at 10:10 a.m.

In the treasurer Jack Ramsey's absence, Jack Brooks reported there is a balance of $740.00 after paying the luncheon bills.

The minutes of the June 6 meeting were approved

Membership was discussed by Wilma Kerstann. Apparently there is a difference in the number of members on the computer listing and the count from other sources. The membership was listed in the June 6 minutes of approximately 180. The computer listing has 167 members. We shall get this corrected.

The first item for discussion by vice president Wheadon Bloch was the date of the River Boat Cruise Luncheon. September 12th, 1990 has been reserved as the date for the cruise. The charge for the Luncheon and Cruise is $15.50 which includes bus transportation.

It was decided university buses will be used and we are to meet at parking lot 99, across the street from the Student Services Building. Taking the bus is optional. Anyone who wishes to drive may do so.The preference should be made known on the return reservation form. The total charge for the two buses was estimated to cost around $100.00. We should leave the parking lot at 10:30 a.m., board the boat around 11:15, the boat sails at 12:00 noon. We should return around 2:30 to 3:00 p.m.

The second item for discussion by Wheadon Bloch was the Holiday Luncheon to be held on Saturday, December 1, 1990 at the University Center. The menu has not been decided upon at this time. We can park at the University Center parking lot as the luncheon is being held on Saturday and there should be so parking problem. It was also decided we should not ask for financial support from the Chancellor for this event. Jack Brooks is going to look into the possibility of favors for each person. It was suggested he check with U.S. Toy Co. on this matter.

Dr. Bloch suggested everyone mark their calendar for the second annual Spring luncheon, reception and business meeting to be held on April 20, 1991.

Another item Dr. Bloch mentioned is the possibility of having a retirees night at one of the UMKC basketball games sometime in January or February. Jack Brooks offered to look into this matter with the marketing person in the athletic department.

There was a great deal of discussion regarding volunteer work for the retirees. After much discussion it was suggested by Barbara Spear, project director, that perhaps the easiest way to handle this would be to put a notice in the UMKC Retirees Newsletter of the projects where volunteer help is needed then ask the volunteers to call the office that is sponsoring the project. Some projects pay the volunteers, some do not. Three projects were mentioned that would like to have volunteer help. The reception desk in the Administrative Center, the information booth in the Student Center, and help at registration time in August at the Book Store.

Another volunteer job that was mentioned is the care of the flower beds around the University Center. Marion Marshall said Dr. Norlan Henderson is planning to help with this.

It was suggested we get out more publicity so that faculty and staff are aware of the rules of membership. Faculty and staff can join the UMKC Retirees Association at age 50 or older and take an active part in the association even though they are still working. Jack Brooks is going to ask that a notice be put in the Inside UMKC publication.

It was discussed and decided we need to publish and mail at least three (3) newsletters to the members to let them know about events coming up between now and April 1991. The boat cruise in September, the holiday luncheon in December and the annual spring luncheon in April.

There was discussion about using the newsletter for publicity of other organizations outside of the University. A motion was made that the president appoint a committee to draft a policy regulating the use of the newsletter for publicity or announcements of other organizations. The motion was seconded and carried. President Jack Brooks appointed Paul Roberts, Jane Adkins and Eldon Parizek to serve on this committee.

Our next meeting is October 3, 1990, at 10:00 a.m., Room 216 Student Services Building.

The motion was made to adjourn at 11:30 a.m.

Respectfully submitted

Wilma Kerstann, Secretary

Jack Brooks asked about the possibility of publishing the names of new retirees. Jill Reyes suggested we might need to ask them to sign a consent form before publishing any names as some people are planning to retire might not want their names published. This will be discussed further.

Jack Brooks presented the position paper from the four retirees associations which was being sent to President Peter Magrath regarding the request for compensation adjustments to retirees who had retired before September 1, 1990. Paul Roberts, Wheadon Bloch and Jack Brooks had met before the Board meeting to discuss the points of consideration. Paul Roberts reported on the paper and had several comments about retirement benefits.

Two directors finish their one year term on the Board of Directors in April 1991. Jack Brooks appointed Eldon Parizek as Chairman of the Nominating Committee to nominate two new members to serve on the Board.

Wilma Kerstann, Secretary

Respectfully submitted

Wilma Kerstann, [Secretary]

Members Present: Jane Adkins, Wheadon Bloch, Jack Brooks, Wilma Kerstann, Eldon Parizek, 

Members Absent: Norlan Henderson, Paul Roberts

The meeting was called to order by President Jack Brooks at 10:00 a.m.

The Treasurer Jack Ramsey reported a balance of $1,144.99 as of May 1, 1991.

Membership report was given by Wilma Kerstann who reported there are 211 members as of April 20, 1991.

The minutes of the February 27 meeting were distributed and approved as written.

President Jack Brooks read a letter of resignation from Barbara Spear who was a 2 year Board of Directors member. The president appointed Marion Marshall to replace her for the remaining term.

Vice President Wheadon Bloch critiqued the April 20 luncheon. It was suggested that because of a fairly large number of "no shows" at the luncheon we should charge at least half price to the members which hopefully would make people a little more aware of their commitment. Dr. Bloch felt that having the reception in the same room as the luncheon worked out very well.

He complimented Inga and Jack Brooks on the table decorations. The food was good-- the music was good and everyone seemed to enjoy the accordionist, Kevin Frederick. We gave checks as door prizes; Dorothy Zinn, for coming the furthest, Ernest Mannheim for having been with the University the longest time and Barbara Spear for having the most grandchildren.

The date of December 7, 1991 has been set for our holiday luncheon. The charge for this luncheon will probably be $10.00. We hope to be able to ask the Chancellor to pay half of the annual spring luncheon in April 1992.

Jack Brooks read the contents of a letter from the Retiree Benefits Committee in Columbia. It was decided to contact the UMKC Retirement Staff and Benefits Committee to make them aware of what is being discussed.

Jack Brooks led the discussion on the Interest Survey which was taken at the April 20 luncheon. It was decided Jack would check into the necessary details for a trip to the Woodlands Horse Race Track probably sometime in July. Jack Brooks appointed Jack Ramsey to check into the Riverboat trip which will probably be sometime in September. He appointed Marcella Smith to check into the new dinner theater in Overland Park which we would probably attend sometime in February 1992. He also appointed Jane Adkins to check into details about the Starlight Theater, possibly the South Pacific performance which is August 5 to August 11th. Also Jane is to inquire into the possibility of having a catered picnic before the performance. Jack Brooks is to check into Bus transportation for the Starlight Theater. It was decided to put the Woodlands Greyhound Race Track, the Kansas City Royals Baseball game and the Martin City Melodrama Theater aside for now, perhaps we may want to plan these at a later date.

Jack Books discussed the need to appoint a nominating committee by the end of summer. He appointed Eldon Pairzek to chair the committee. 

Wheadon Bloch mentioned a concern that all four of the officers will be going off the Board at the same time. He recommended that we need to change the constitution to read the vice president will serve as president-elect for one year and then serve as president for one year, then ex officio to the Board for one more year. Details for this recommendation will be forthcoming. Four officers and two directors will need to be elected for the year 1992.

Wheadon Bloch made the suggestion that we should start running a column in our Newsletter and suggest we ask for name, title, year of retirement (to be called "class" of whatever year you retired) and perhaps other pertinent information, then we will have announcements of a personal nature and news which should help us know more about what is happening to the members of our association. We will put information about this in our next Newsletter.

Our next meeting is scheduled for May 29, at 10:00 a.m. in room 216 at the Student Services Building.

Meeting adjourned at 11:40 a.m.

Respectfully submitted

Wilma Kerstann
[Secretary]

Amend Article V Board of Directors and Officers

Section 2    Officers

To read: 
a. The officers shall be: the President, the Vice President/President Elect; the Secretary, and the Treasurer. 
The President and the Vice President/President Elect shall serve one year in the respective office. 
The Secretary and the Treasurer shall serve a term of two years.

Board members shall serve staggered terms of two [a penciled correction reads three] years.

Members Present: Jane Adkins, Wheadon Bloch, Jack Brooks, Wilma Kerstann, Eldon Parizek, 
Jack Ramsey, Paul Roberts, Marcella Smith, Betty Steinman

Members Absent: Norlan Henderson, Gloria Ragan

Meeting was called to order by president Jack Brooks at 10:00 a.m.

Minutes of May 15 meeting were distributed and approved with corrections. Corrections were: Cash not checks were given as door prizes and Eldon Parizek's name was mispelled.

The next order of business was discussion led by Wheadon Bloch of amendment of Article V, Section 2 of the Constitution regarding the selection of officers. The amendment was distributed and discussed by Board Members. There will be further discussion at future meetings.

The next item for discussion was a "new feature" suggested by Wheadon Bloch for our Newsletter. It was decided we will ask members to send "happenings of interest" to the Newsletter editor to be published in the upcoming issues. Items such as an honor someone might receive, travels of interest or special celebrations of any kind, deaths or serious illness or other things someone might feel is newsworthy. Wheadon also asked us to put a notice about our December 7 Holiday Luncheon in this next newsletter.

Jack Brooks report on the details of the Woodlands Race Track was our next topic for discussion. It was decided we will attend Saturday, July 20, 1991. Gates open at 11:30. The races begin at 1:30 p.m. and are over at 5:30 p.m. A $75.00 check will need to be sent soon to secure the reservation. Then we need to have the final payment to them five business days before the reservation which should be about July 15th. The contact person at the track is Pam Word, phone # 299-9797. One rate will be dedicated to UMKC Retirees. The cost of $13.95 will include the buffet luncheon of BBQ ham, fried chicken, corn cobbet, cole slaw, potato salad, BBQ beans, pickle spears, dinner rolls, coffee, tea and dessert. The price also includes admission, tax and gratuity and a racing program. The cost of the bus transportation has not been confirmed as yet. It was moved and seconded that we have our treasurer send a $75.00 check to confirm our reservation We need a guarantee, of 40 persons.

Jane Adkins reported on the Starlight Theatre. It was decided we would plan to attend Thursday, August 8th, 1991. The performance will be South Pacific. We will have seating in the Terrace seats at $7.00 each. It was also decided we would eat at the Party Pavilion restaurant at the Starlight. They have a buffet of fried chicken, brisket of beef, au gratin potatoes, green beans, tossed salad, rolls, dessert and tea and coffee. Price is $9.75. The price of the bus transportation has not been decided as yet. We need a guarantee of 40 persons.

Jack Ramsey reported details of the River Cruise. It was decided we would plan the cruise for September 19 on the America. It is a two hour cruise starting at 12:00 noon. They have a buffet luncheon with drink for $15.95 plus tax. They have a cash bar on board. We do not know the cost of the bus transportation as yet. The reservations have to be prepaid. We need a guarantee of 50 persons.

Marcella Smith reported she has contacted the new theatre in Johnson County and she received conflicting information of just when the theatre is opening. She will get back with them at a later date. We are not planning this event until sometime in 1992.

Meeting adjourned at 11:50,

Respectfully submitted,

Wilma Kerstann, Secretary

Members Present: Jane Adkins, Wheadon Bloch, Jack Brooks, Norlan Henderson, Wilma Kerstann, Marion Marshall,
Eldon Parizek, Gloria Ragan, Jack Ramsey, Paul Roberts, Marcella Smith, Betty Steinman 

Meeting was called to order by president Jack Brooks at 10:00 a.m.

Minutes of May 29 meeting were distributed and approved.

The treasurer, Jack Ramsey, reported a balance of $926.76 as of August 31, 1991.

Wilma Kerstann reported the membership as of September 1991 at 222 members.

Wheadon Bloch led the discussion regarding the Holiday Luncheon which is being held December 7, 1991 in Pierson Hall at the University Center. A reception will be held before the luncheon at 11:00 a.m. The luncheon is at 12:00 noon. The group decided the menu would be chicken breast teriyaki, Caesar salad, rice, rolls, drink and dessert. We will have a sing-along and will have either piano or accordion accompaniment. Dr. Bloch is checking with the conservatory on this. It was decided to ask Interim Chancellor Eleanor Schwartz, Dr. and Mrs. George Russell, Jane Peterson, Jill Reyes and all of the Vice Chancellors to be our guests at this luncheon.

Jack Brooks reported on the trip to the Woodlands Horseracing track that took place July 20. A small group attended but they had fun. They had reserved tables, lots of good food and the group moved around a great deal and they did bet. One race was dedicated to the UMKC Retirees group and they had their pictures taken in the winners circle. The question was asked by our president if we want to plan to go to the dog races and it was decided to put that on hold for now.

Jane Adkins reported our planned trip to the Starlight Theatre on August 8th was cancelled because we did not get enough reservations.

Jack Ramsey reported our next event is the River Cruise on September 19th. We have 40 reservations. We are to take a bus from the parking lot across the street from the Student Services Building at 11:00 a.m. and board the boat at 12:00.

Marcella Smith reported on the new dinner theatre that is opening at 92nd and Metcalf in March 1992. Marcella is planning to get more information as it becomes available and then at our next meeting we will discuss the possibility of planning to attend a Sunday Matinee perhaps in April or May.

It was decided we need to set a date for our April 1992 luncheon. The date of April 4th was discussed with April 11th being second choice.

Our next item of business was the discussion of the Retiree Compensation Report for retirees prior to January 1, 1990. Jack Brooks, Wheadon Bloch and Paul Roberts attended a meeting in Columbia August 7. As a result of this meeting it was recommended that a letter be written to Ken Hutchinson. Jack Brooks read a letter from Ken Hutchinson in response to the letter he had received. The Staff Benefits Committee has been asked to keep abreast of the situation as no action is expected to be taken until after the change of university presidents.

Wheadon Bloch discussed the Medical Insurance program. Mike Paden had made a comparison of the university insurance and AARP insurance upon the request of Jack Brooks/Wheadon Bloch. There is a 1-800 number that can be used if someone has questions about their medical insurance. The number is 1-800-488-5288. Also as reported earlier the university is looking into long-term medical care. The premiums being based on the options you pick.

Eldon Parizek, chairman of the Nominating Committee reported he had been working on the list of new officers for 1992. The following nominees will come up for election at our April luncheon. Wheadon Bloch has agreed to serve for a I year term as President, Jack Heysinger has agreed to serve as Vice President and Paul Haigh has agreed to serve as Treasurer. A Secretary has not been chosen as yet. We also have two Board Members going off the Board this year so two more 3-year Board Members need to be nominated.

Jack Brooks reported a newsletter will need to be sent the latter part of October to tell members about the December 7 luncheon.

Our next meeting will be held in January or February.

Meeting adjourned at 11:40 a.m.

Respectfully submitted

Wilma Kerstann, Secretary

Members Present: Wheadon Bloch, Jack Brooks, Norlan Henderson, Wilma Kerstann, Marion Marshall,
Eldon Parizek, Jack Ramsey, Paul Roberts, Betty Steinman

Members Absent: Jane Adkins, Gloria Ragan, Marcella Smith

Meeting was called to order by president Jack Brooks at 10:00 a.m.

Minutes of September 18 meeting were distributed and approved as printed.

The treasurer, Jack Ramsey, reported a balance of $1,610.42 as of December 31, 1991.

Wilma Kerstann reported a membership of 142 as of January 13, 1992. 

The date for the April luncheon is April 25, 1992. The proposed date for the newsletter to go out announcing the luncheon would need to be the first week of April. The deadline for reservations should be April 17, 1992 Wheadon Bloch led the discussion on the menu for the luncheon and it was decided we would have rib eye, green salad, baked potato, vegetable, rolls and butter, dessert and coffee or tea. We will follow the usual format of a reception at 11:00 a.m. and the luncheon at 12:00 noon. Wheadon Bloch and Jack Brooks will ask Chancellor Schwartz about funding 1/2 of the luncheon price as has been done in the past. The guests to be invited are the Chancellor, the 4 vice Chancellors, Jill Reyes and Jane Peterson. Dr. Bloch is to arrange the entertainment.

The nominating chairman Eldon Parizek reported that they have nominated one of the two board members needed. Pat Kelly has agreed to serve as a board member. Marion Marshall and Marcella Smith are the two board members that will be going off the board in April. The other board member will need to be nominated before the April newsletter goes to print so that the slate of officers and board members that have been nominated can be published. Wilma Kerstann has agreed to serve for another year as secretary.

There was discussion about whether we should publish information about the treasurer's report in our newsletter. It was decided we should inform the members of the fact that their dues do not go for the various programs that we plan for the year, but is used for administrative costs such as postage, printing of newsletters, stationery, etc.

Wheadon Bloch discussed the proposed amendments to the constitution, It was decided to amend

Article V Board of Directors and Officers

Section 1. to read: ...... In addition, the immediate past president shall serve ex officio for a period of one year ......

Article V, Section 2 Officers to read:

a. The officers shall be: the president, the vice president/president elect; the secretary, and the treasurer. The president and the vice president/president elect shall serve one year in the respective office. The secretary and the treasurer shall serve a term of two years. Board members shall serve staggered terms of three years.

Wheadon,.Bloch asked whether the Board thought our membership would be interested in joining a new program called the College Club which is an opportunity for adults to get together in a variety of educational activities. This program is being offered through the Continuing Education Division of the College of Arts and Sciences. The College Club annual membership is $75.00. Dr. Bloch indicated there is a possibility the Retiree Association members would be given a discount through their membership. He will look into this further and will get back to the Board with the information.

Jack Brooks reported the new dinner theatre in Johnson County will not be open until May of this year. As it gets closer to time for it to open we shall discuss the possibility of attending sometime in the summer.

Jack Brooks asked for volunteers to do table decorations for the April luncheon. Marion Marshall agreed to take the responsibility. She may ask whomever she wants to help her with this.

A letter from Robert H. McFarland, President of the Rolla Retirees Association, was shared and some of the issues were discussed at the close of our meeting.

Meeting adjourned at 11:45.

Respectfully submitted,

Wilma Kerstann, Secretary

Members Present: Wheadon, Bloch Paul Haigh, Norlan Henderson, Jack Heysinger, Pat Kelly,
Wilma Kerstann, Eldon Parizek, Gloria Regan, Betty Steinman, Leo Sweeney, Jack Brooks ex officio.
Jill Reyes ex officio

Members Absent: Jane Adkins, Paul Roberts

The meeting was called to order by president Wheadon Bloch at 10:05 a.m.

The revised constitution was passed around to all members.

The minutes of the January 15 meeting were read and approved. Wilma Kerstann also read letters from Chancellor Schwartz and Elizabeth Thompson telling the Association how much they had enjoyed the April 25 luncheon.

The new treasurer Paul Haigh reported a balance of $1,893.84 as of April 30.

There was some discussion as to how we could get better service on the mail delivery of our Newsletter. It was suggested we might try sorting the Kansas mail from the Missouri to see if we would have better delivery.

Wheadon Bloch led the discussion on our upcoming activities. Saturday, December 5th has been set for our holiday luncheon. Jack Heysinger, the new vice president will be in charge. It seems everyone enjoyed the April luncheon in the Performing Arts Center but after some discussion it was decided to hold the December luncheon in Pierson Hall.

One of the other activities we discussed-is a visit to the Steamboat Arabia. It was decided we would try to go on this trip either Thursday, July 23 or Wednesday July 29. Jack Brooks will be in charge of getting the information needed for this event. He is to check on bus transportation and get all the details of where and when this is to take place. It was decided we would try to have lunch at Jenny's Restaurant. Price for the tour of the boat is $5.00. Each person is supposed to take care of their own expense except the bus.

Paul Haigh is to take care of arrangements for our Riverboat cruise on the America on Wednesday, September 16 or Wednesday, September 23. He is to get all the information in regard to cost of cruise, bus transportation and the exact date we will plan to go.

We discussed going to the new Regency Park Center Dinner Theater in Overland Park sometime in February. Details on this will come later.

Jack Brooks read a letter from one of our retirees in which she was surprised and somewhat unhappy that the Dental School does not give a discount any longer to retirees on dental work being done at the clinic. Jack answered her letter and told her he would look into this matter and get back with her. Pat Kelly also agreed to pursue the matter with Vice Chancelor Doerr's office.

Jack Brooks reported again on the System Retiree benefits. A committee has been working to enhance the pensions and get some kind of equity for people having retired before 1990. He mentioned that after they attended the meeting in Columbia March 17, Vice President McGill was to have received the information and was to get back to the committee in 3 weeks or so but as of this date nothing has been done.

A motion was made and withdrawn to have the president of the retiree association request the Central Administration report on the status of the retirement fund to all members. It was decided instead to ask Jill Reyes to see if there is such an annual report that might be made available to all retirees.

Jill Reyes reported on Long Term Health Care. She did not have actual information on how it will work but she reported there is to be a meeting June 1, at 10:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. in the Westport room at the University Center. At that time CNA Chicago office, will have the materials to give us the information we need to know. It was also suggested by Wheadon Bloch that we do a local survey on various companies and have it ready by June I to make comparisons

We will need to get the next newsletter out about the middle of June regarding the trip to the Arabia and the September River Cruise.

Next Board meeting has been set for August 19th at 10:00 a.m. in Room 216 Student Services Building.

Meeting adjourned at 11:55 a.m,

Respectfully submitted

Wilma Kerstann. Secretary

Amend Article V Board of Directors and Officers

Section 2 Officers

To read: 

a. The officers shall be: the President, the Vice President/President Elect; the Secretary,
and the Treasurer. The President and the Vice President/President Elect shall serve one year 
in the respective office. The Secretary and the Treasurer shall serve a term of two years. Board members 
shall serve staggered terms of three years.

Members Present: Jane Adkins, Wheadon Bloch, Norlan Henderson, Jack Heysinger, Pat Kelly,
Wilma Kerstann, Eldon Parizek, Gloria Ragan, Paul Roberts, Betty Steinman, Leo Sweeney,
Jack Brooks ex officio, Jill Reyes ex officio

Members Absent: Paul Haigh

The meeting was called to order by president Wheadon Bloch at 10:00 a.m.

There was a short discussion regarding the status of the Retiree Benefits Committee that has been working toward improvement of the pensions of the retirees prior to 1990. President Bloch has been in touch with the Columbia campus and no action is being taken at this time.

The minutes of the May 20 meeting were read and approved. Wilma Kerstann also reported the membership as of August 18 at 249 members.

In the absence of the treasurer Paul Haigh, Wilma Kerstann reported a balance of $1,587.77 as of July 31, 1992.

Jack Brooks gave a report on the trip to the steamship Arabia on July 29th. 33 people went on this trip. They had lunch at Jenny's Restaurant. They had a private dining room and were well served. The tour of the Arabia was very enjoyable and very interesting. Apparently a good time was had by all.

Wheadon Bloch, in the absence of Paul Haigh who is chairman of the river cruise luncheon, reported the date of September 16 has been chosen for this trip. The total charge for the cruise and the bus is $20.00 as was reported in the last newsletter. The bus will leave from the lot across the street from the Student Services Building. Paul Haigh has made reservations for 40 persons and paid 50 percent of the charge in advance. The remainder of the charge will need to be paid September 2nd. Since we had given the date of September 4 as our deadline for making reservations we may need to have a telephone campaign as a reminder to get their reservations in.

Jack Heysinger reported on the December luncheon. He reconfirmed the date of Saturday, December 5 for our holiday luncheon and reception. The reception is at 11:00 a.m., luncheon at 12:00 in Pierson Hall. The charge will be $10.00 per person. We discussed the menu and it was decided to have ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans almandine, salad, rolls and butter, cherry and pumpkin pie, and coffee or tea. Jack is working on the entertainment, and Marilyn Heysinger is taking care of the centerpieces for the tables. It was decided that Monday, November 30 is the deadline for getting reservations in for the luncheon.

Leo Sweeney gave a report on the dinner theater event. It was decided we would attend a matinee performance February 17, 1993 at 12:15 p.m. It will be a buffet luncheon. The performance is the "Phantom" and the cost is $14.95, which includes everything.  
[the preceding three words are penciled through on the official copy. It may be that these words were to be omitted. The next 
set of minutes indicate these minutes were approved as written?]  Leo has reserved rows J & K, that is 50 seats reserved. He has to give a $25.00 deposit to hold the reservations with the balance being due January 17. Our deadline for reservations will be January 13. It was decided we would put a notice in the newsletter regarding the need for transportation for anyone unable to drive to the theater. They are to call Wilma Kerstann at work, Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday if they need transportation and we will try and work out rides for those people rather than having a bus or van.

We will need to send a newsletter out by the end of October for the December 5 luncheon and the Theater February 17. The articles for the newsletter should be in to Betty Steinman by October 1.

Under old business the president said ---- the constitution states there should be three 'standing committees. One being the nominating committee. President Bloch appointed Eldon Parizek and Jane Adkins to serve on that committee. they will need to nominate two new board members to replace the two (Jane Adkins and Eldon-Parizek) who have served three year terms and will be going off the board in April. They will also need to nominate a vice president to replace the current one (Jack Heysinger) who will become president in April. We should also have a standing program committee. The vice president is chairman of the program committee and he suggested he could appoint someone to help with each event. Membership is also a standing committee. The secretary is chairman of that committee and if the need arises, persons may be appointed to help with membership. President Bloch appointed Paul Roberts to serve on the finance committee with the current treasurer Paul Haigh.

There was discussion about the problem we are still having with mailing the newsletter. We did not come up with any solution to the problem. It was also decided to put a reminder message about the February theater trip by each plate at the December luncheon as it is so easy to put the information aside when two special events are combined in one newsletter.

Pat Kelly reminded us that the discount on clinic rates at the Dental School for UMKC retirees and staff has now been restored. The retiree association member who had brought this to the attention of the association president was notified of this action by letter from Pat Kelly.

Meeting adjourned at 11:30 a.m. 

Respectfully submitted,

Wilma Kerstann, Secretary

Members Present: Jane Adkins, Wheadon Bloch, Paul Haigh, Norlan Henderson, Jack Heysinger, Pat Kelly,
Wilma Kerstann, Eldon Parizek, Gloria Ragan, Paul Roberts, Betty Steinman, Leo Sweeney, Jack Brooks ex officio,
Jill Reyes ex officio

All members were present.

The meeting was called to order by president Wheadon Bloch at 10:00 a.m.

The minutes were read and approved.

Paul Haigh, chairman of the River Cruise trip reported 30 people went on the trip and apparently a good time was had by all.

Wilma Kerstann reported there were 69 paid members for 1993 as of November 10, 1992. Leo Sweeney brought up the question of whether we should offer a lifetime membership for $50.00. It was decided to put the issue on hold for now and bring it up for discussion later.

The treasurer, Paul Haigh, reported a balance of $1,641 in the treasury as of October 31, 1992.

President Bloch asked the Board to authorize a petty cash fund to be used for expense such as stamps, etc. It was moved and seconded and the motion carried that we have a petty cash fund of $25.00 to be held by the secretary.

Wheadon announced he has selected three people to serve on an ad hoc committee for pension improvements for people retiring prior to 1990. The persons named to the committee are Jack Brooks, Jack Heysinger and Pat Kelly. They, along with Wheadon, are to attend a 4 campus meeting being held by Jim McGill, December 10th in Columbia. The charge of this committee is to emphasize the importance of the issue to all retirees. Wheadon asked that the committee meet to approve a position before they go to Columbia. If they feel there is a need Wheadon will call a meeting of the Board to discuss the position.

Item No. 6 on the Agenda was brought up for discussion on whether we should release the membership of the Association with address and telephone numbers. After some discussion it was decided the membership list is restricted.

Jack Heysinger discussed December 5 holiday luncheon plans. Apparently there is a new ruling with Morrison Catering that a $500.00 deposit is needed before the date of the luncheon. Jack will talk with the catering manager to make sure it is necessary. Marilyn Heysinger will do the center pieces. Table favors were discussed but not decided upon. It was decided that each Board member will host a table. We will have name tags and numbered tables. Wilma Kerstann will help with registration at the luncheon. Our guests will be Chancellor Schwartz, the three Vice Chancellors, Jill Reyes and Jane Peterson.

Leo Sweeney asked if there were any questions concerning the Theatre event in February. We discussed the matter of transportation for those that may need a ride. If there is a need we will try to work that out. Paul Haigh offered to help with transportation.

Agenda item No. 9 regarding an official photographer for the group. Paul Haigh volunteered to be our official photographer and to see how it works out.

President Bloch set our meeting for the next quarter on January 27, at 10:00 a.m. The place to be announced. Wheadon is going to see about getting the Chancellor's Dining Room in the U. Center, then possibly we may have lunch afterward.

President Bloch also announced that our 1993 Holiday Luncheon needs to be set very early so there will be no conflict with other groups for Pierson Auditorium. The date of December 4, 1993 was decided upon.

The meeting adjourned at 11:30.

Respectfully submitted,

Wilma Kerstann, Secretary

[Note: A list of the officers and board of directors was attached to the minutes. Addresses and telephone numbers were included. In keeping with the board's confidentiality rule, this page will not be shown. A list of all those who served on the board can be found on this page.]

Members Present: Jane Adkins, Wheadon Bloch, Norlan Henderson, Jack Heysinger, Pat Kelly, Wilma Kerstann,
Paul Haigh, Eldon Parizek, Betty Steinman, Leo Sweeney, Jack Brooks ex officio

Members Absent: Paul Roberts, Gloria Ragan

The meeting was called to order by President Bloch at 10:00 a.m. He asked for discussion on whether we liked meeting at the University Center or whether we would rather meet at the Student Services Building. Jack Heysinger suggested we leave it up to the president to make the decision on where to meet.

The minutes of November 11 were read and approved as read. Wilma Kerstann reported as of January 1993 there were 171 paid members for 1993.

It was brought up again as to whether we want to offer lifetime member- ships for $50.00. President Bloch suggested we put an article in the next newsletter regarding this matter and see what kind of response we get.

In the absence of the treasurer, Paul Haigh, Wilma Kerstann reported a balance of $2,903.42 in the treasury as of 12/31/92.

Jane Adkins gave the report of the Nominating Committee as follows: The following nominations are: 
President - Jack Heysinger
Vice President/President Elect - Leo Sweeney

To replace the two directors, Jane Adkins and Eldon Parizek, whose 3 year terms expire in 1993, the nominations are Alyce King and William Rost, terms to expire in 1996. It was moved and seconded that we accept the report of the Nominating Committee. 

Jane reported they had spoken to Jack Brooks about replacing Leo Sweeney on the Board when Leo becomes Vice President/President Elect. After some discussion it was reported that the constitution states that the president makes the appointments to fill vacancies with the approval of the Board of Directors. Such appointments shall run through the unexpired term.

President Bloch requested that the slate of new officers nominated and the officers and directors that will be serving in 1993-94 be listed in the March Newsletter.

Jack Brooks reported on the meeting of the officers of the Retirees Associations of the four campuses with Dr. James McGill, Vice President for Administrative Affairs, for the University of Missouri, in Columbia on December 10th, 1992. McGill reported that he had no good news for the retirees at the moment and that the betterment of the University was the priority for the use of University resources. He also said that there was a recognition of the need to improve the pensions of those who retired before September, 1990. There is no plan to increase the pensions of those who retired after September, 1990. Dr. McGill also reported that there is concern about the increase in costs of health care and that changes are under consideration in the University's health care insurance program. He also agreed to meet with the officers of the Retiree Associations twice a year, the next meeting being proposed for June, 1993

President Bloch requested the Ad Hoc Committee for Pension Improvement (CPI) continue to pursue its charge.

Jack Heysinger reported the annual luncheon and business meeting will be held Saturday, April 17, 1993 in the lobby of the Performing Arts Center. We discussed the menu and-decided to have baked pork chops, rice, vegetable, salad, rolls, coffee or tea and cherry and apple pie.

Jack Heysinger also mentioned that we did not have to pay a $500.00 deposit on the December luncheon. Wheadon is to check with LeRoy Pogemiller to see what might be available in the way of entertainment for the April luncheon.

Pat Kelly reported he is to get some information from the dental school regarding fees for faculty and staff. Hopefully, he will have that information so that it may be included in the March Newsletter.

Leo Sweeney reported he has 58 seats for the Dinner Theatre Wednesday, February 17. He and Annabelle will be in the lobby from 12;00 noon with the tickets and seating arrangements. Food service starts at 12:30 p.m. and the show starts at 2:00 p.m. The show is the "Phantom".

President Bloch had the pictures from the December 7 luncheon taken by Paul Haigh. One set is for the Historian's book the other set will probably be offered for sale to the members at the April luncheon. The money would go to Paul Haigh for photo supplies. The price to be determined after talking with Paul.

Jack Heysinger reported he has had people checking for him regarding trips to Branson and for an Alaskan Cruise. If either of these materialize the Retiree Association will lend their name for the group but the actual planning will need to be done by individuals. More discussion on this later.

The Board reaffirmed its previous decision to limit the use of its membership list and/or mailing labels to official Association business. This was interpreted to mean that the lists/labels would not be made available to travel agents or other entrepreneurs.

President Bloch discussed a probable trip to Powell Gardens. He asked Norlan Henderson to help coordinate the trip. It was suggested a good time to go would perhaps be mid-june.

The meeting adjourned at 12:00 noon.

Respectfully submitted,

The meeting was called to order bv President Heysinger at 10:30 a.m.

First order of business, the president appointed Jack Brooks to the Board of Directors to fill the unexpired term of Leo Sweeney. It was unanimously approved by the Board.

Next order of business, the president appointed the committees to serve for the next year. It has been the custom to appoint the two outgoing Board members to serve on the nominating committee. The outgoing members are Norlan Henderson and Paul Roberts. The president also will appoint two other members to serve along with them on this committee. The chairman of the finance committee is Paul Haigh. The chairman of the membership committee is Wilma Kerstann and chairman of the program committee is Leo Sweeney. The chairman of each committee may ask others to serve with them if the need arises.

The minutes of the January meeting were read and approved. Pat Kelly recommended the minutes be mailed to the board members as soon as possible after they are written so the board members can read them before the next board meeting. This recommendation was approved by the board.

There was some discussion about sending letters to the new retirees inviting them to join the association. Pat Kelly suggested that instead of letters we should ask a member of the Association who is from the same unit as the new retiree to get in touch with them personally and invite them to join. This recommendation was also approved by the board. It was also asked that a membership list be mailed to all of the board members 

Financial report for the period of May 1, 1992 to April 30, 1993 was given by Paul Haigh. The beginning balance as of April 30, 1992 was $1,893.84. Total income for this period was $5,082.03. Total on hand was $6,975.87. Total expense was $4,914.91 which gave an ending balance as of April 30, 1993 of $2,060.96. The financial report was approved by the board.

Jack Brooks gave a status report on the CPI committee and the continued efforts of the 4 campus retiree associations as they endeavor to increase retirement benefits for those retiring prior to 1990. A meeting has been tentatively set for further discussion in Columbia in mid-June. President Heysinger asked Jack Brooks, Pat Kelly, Wheadon Bloch and Leo Sweeney, as an alternate, to continue to serve on the Committee. The president would serve as an ex officio member. Jack Heysinger and Wheadon Bloch are to go to Columbia May 28 to attend a focus meeting on the status of the health plan of the university. It was suggested we invite the UMKC Committee on Medical Insurance, Robert Willson, Don Hatch and Robert Downs to meet with us at some future date to perhaps inform us what action has been taken.

Norlan Henderson reported there are 24 members at this time going to the June 23 picnic at Powell Gardens and we may order the different lunches by number. In other words we do not all have to have the same luncheon.

Wheadon Bloch reported the date for the New Theatre Restaurant is Wednesday, July 28 at 12:30 p.m. We have reserved 60 seats, the price is $16.95. The "Sound of Music" will be playing. The deadline for reservations is June 26. Tickets will not be mailed but will be distributed in the lobby of the theatre at 12:00 noon on July 28. If there is someone who needs transportation they should contact Wilma Kerstann at 235-1079.

Leo Sweeney passed out the information he had gathered on the Branson, MO trip. He had three proposals. After some discussion it was decided the majority approved of the Maupintour Branson Bus trip. 

Jack Heysinger reported there are 10 people going on the Alaska Cruise. He also suggested that the Retirees Association and the UMKC Alumni Association might consider collaborating on future tours or cruises Other suggestions for future trips might include Agriculture Hall of Fame, Board of Trade, Truman Library, Hermann, MO and Weston, MO

Life Membership was discussed and it was decided that we should extend the charter life membership to December 31, 1993 so that those who did not get to attend the April luncheon may still have an opportunity to become charter members. Also, there was discussion regarding the continuing member- ship of a spouse upon the death of a member. It was decided by the Board that a spouse may continue to be a member as long as they wish, if they pay life membership or yearly dues.

There was also discussion about how early a member can become a life member. No decision was reached on this, but the consensus was that age 65 would be required for a $50.00 membership. Before age 65 would require a larger fee.

The subject of courtesy parking was brought up. Wheadon Bloch is to check further into this matter with the Chancellor and Traffic Safety.

Associate membership was brought up for discussion but nothing was decided.

It was decided by the Board that we could list the names of various organizations in our NEWSLETTER such as SPARK, Shepherd Center or others that have activities for retirees.

It was decided we need to send the next NEWSLETTER by mid-June to notify our members of the theatre trip in July and the Branson trip in October.

No date was set for our next Board meeting. Meeting adjourned at 12:15.

Respectfully submitted 
Wilma Kerstann, Secretary

The quarterly meeting was called to order by President Jack Heysinger at 10:35 a.m. in the Chancellor's Dining Room of the University Center.

Members Present: Wheadon Bloch,  Norlan Henderson, Patrick Kelly, Gloria Ragan, Paul Roberts, William Rost,
Betty Steinman, Leo Sweeney

The minutes of the May 26, 1993 Board meeting were approved. During the discussion Wheadon Bloch pointed out that minutes were not being kept for the annual business meetings of the association. President Heysinger and president elect Sweeney agreed to take necessary action in that regard for future meetings.

A membership report from Secretary Wilma Kerstann was read in her absence by President Heysinger: The association membership now totals 237 including 52 life members.

The treasurer's report also was read by Wheadon Bloch in the absence of the treasurer Paul Haigh. That report indicated the following:

*including $2,600 from 52 life memberships

President Heysinger then announced the expansion of the Nomination Committee. Members are Norlan Henderson, Chairman and Paul Roberts (outgoing) board members), Alyce King and William Rost. The Committee is to obtain nominations for a vice president/president elect (I year term), secretary

(2 year term), treasurer (2 year term) and 2 Board members (3 year terms).

President Heysinger then discussed recent overtures with the UMKC Alumni Association regarding joint travel ventures. That Association is most agreeable to including the UMKC Retirees Association in its mailings on travel ventures much as it does with other constituent organization. After this discussion the Board indicated its approval of this arrangement. Vice president Sweeney then led a discussion of the menu options for the December 4, 1993 association reception/luncheon. Chicken Dijon was selected as the entree

Wheadon Bloch then presented a proposed amendment to Article IV Member- ship of the Association Constitution. After a brief discussion it was decided to leave the matter for later discussion and action. A copy of the proposed amendment is attached to these minutes. Suggestions for modification should be sent to Wheadon Bloch.

President Heysinger then brought the Board members up-to-date on developments related to the University's plans to revise its health plans for current and retired employees. A discussion of the pros and cons of the Retirees Association scheduling a separate meeting for retirees to learn about the new plans led to the conclusion that such a separate meeting in addition to the ones the University would be holding was an appropriate approach.

President Heysinger outlined plans for representatives of the four UM Retirees Associations to meet with UM President George Russell and the finance committee of the Board of Curators to provide the adoption of the so-called "Five-Year Plan" to raise pension benefits for pre-1990 retirees. President Russell apparently is now in favor of the plan.

A discussion then ensued about the fact that the plan would result in some pre-90 retirees receiving higher pension benefits than post-90 retirees, and when coupled with the greater subsidy of the university of health plan premiums for pre-90 retirees than for post-90 retirees, the difference could be substantial. This could result in some inequities to the disadvantage of post-90 retirees.

Paul Roberts and Leo Sweeney expressed their feelings that since support for the pre-1990 retirees did not take away benefits from the post-1990 retirees, the Board should support the plan. Wheadon Bloch spoke at some length of his earlier support for a plan that would produce true equity vis-a-vis the pre-1990 and the post-1990 retirees. However he now feels the "Five-Year Plan" needs to be supported lest possible damage be caused to the case for improved pension benefits in general. He recommended "silence" as a course of action by the UMKC Retirees Association.

Patrick Kelly was complimented by President Heysinger as having devoted much time and expert attention to his study of the matter. Kelly stated that he strongly opposes any move to remove one inequity by creating yet another inequity and that "silence" would mean support of such a new inequity.

Norlan Henderson, Gloria Ragan and Betty Steinman expressed somewhat neutral views on the matter but seemed to favor the "Five-Year Plan". William Rost expressed the strong view that the Board should support the "Five-Year Plan" now and later seek to remove any inequity established by the adoption of that plan.

President Heysinger then expressed the conclusion that the consensus of the Board was to support the "Five-Year Plan". It was so agreed.

The chair asked a sub-committee, consisting of Vice President Sweeney Wilma Kerstann and Betty Steinman, to work on the pending problem of word processing/mailing list support for the Association.

It was decided to schedule the next Association Newsletter for mid or late October but not in September. The next Board meeting most likely will be scheduled for late October according to President Heysinger.

The meeting was adjourned at 12:15 p.m.

(Minutes by Leo Sweeney:

Proposed Amendment to the Constitution UMKC Retirees Association August 17, 1993

To be acted upon April 1994 at the Annual Business Meeting and Luncheon

Section 1.    Regular Member - any retired employee or surviving spouse of a retired employee or any employee of the University of
                  Missouri 50 years old or older may become an active member of this organization by paying the annual dues. A
                  member shall be entitled to vote, to hold office, to participate in the affairs of the Association and to receive all
                  mailings of the Association.

Section 2.    Life Member - Members, age 65 or over, who have paid a life membership fee. Life members are not subject to annual
                  dues.

Section 3.    Associate Member - Individuals who are not eligible to be regular members but who wish to participate in the affairs of
                  the Association and to receive all mailings of the Association. Associate Members pay annual dues but are not
                  entitled to vote or to hold office.

Section 4.    Honorary Member - Individuals whom the Association wishes to honor by bestowing an Honorary Membership.

November 3, 1993

The meeting was called to order by President Heysinger at 10:30 a.m.

Board members present: Wheadon Bloch,  Paul Haigh, Paul Roberts Betty Steinman, Jack Brooks, Alyce King, William Rost,
Leo Sweeney.

The minutes of the August 25, 1993 meeting were approved.

The Treasurer's Report as shown in the recent newsletter was as follows:

As of August 25, 1994

Accounting for the Life Membership fees was discussed leading to the policy: all fee funds are to be maintained in one fund with separate record-keeping; the treasurer is free to decide as to where and how the Association funds are to be deposited.

President Heysinger then introduced the subject of retiree benefits. Regarding the pension "catch-up" efforts, Jack Brooks reported on an informal meeting of representatives of four UM retiree associations with members of the Board of Curators to discuss the so-called "pension catch-up plan." He ordered that no decision was scheduled to be made at the Curators meeting shortly thereafter but that the plan definitely is to be discussed and, hopefully, a decision made at the meeting in late November or early December.

On the matter of revised health plan benefits, Heysinger then reported on his attendance at a briefing for retirees on those developments. Mailings to retirees on this matter have differed depending on age at time of retirement (because of the difference in options to apply). Retirees now on Medicare will be enrolled automatically in the Out-Of-Network plan which generally will have the benefits of the current $250 deductible health plan. The UM Dental Plan will be unchanged with the exception of premiums.

Wheadon Bloch then presented an amendment to the constitution and the rationale for having additional categories of membership.

The Directors approved the motion to present the amendment to the Association membership at the April 1994 business meeting (copy of the proposed amendment is attached to these minutes).

The new and successful arrangements for the production of the Association Newsletter were discussed briefly. Betty Steinman was complimented and thanked for her role in the newsletter production.

Leo Sweeney then briefly reviewed the status of plans for the holiday reception and luncheon in December.

President Heysinger then proposed that he and Vice President/ President Elect Sweeney plan for one or more social events for Spring and/or early Summer. The Director concurred in this plan.

There being no further business, Heysinger announced that the next Board of Directors meeting most likely would be held in March.

The meeting was adjourned at 11:18 a.m., Leo Sweeny, Recorder

Attachment 1: (Proposed Amendment to the Constitution)

Proposed Amendment to the Constitution
UMKC Retirees Association

To be acted upon April 1994 at the Annual Business Meeting and Luncheon.

Replace Article IV Membership of the Constitution with:

Article IV    Membership - There shall be several membership categories defined herewith:

Section 1.    Regular Member - any retired employee or surviving spouse of a retired employee or any employee of the University 50 years old or older may become an active member of this organization by paying annual dues. A member shall be entitled to vote, to hold office, to participate in the affairs of the Association and to receive all mailings of the Association.

The meeting was called to order by President Heysinger at 10:1.0 a.m.

The Minutes of the November 3, 1993 meeting were approved with a correction to show Alyce King and Norlan Henderson were in attendance at the November meeting.

Wilma Kerstann reported the membership as of January 2, 1994, as 173 members.

Paul Haigh, Treasurer, reported a University balance of $1,532.00 and a Bank balance of $4,405, making a total of $5,938.51 as of December 1, 1993.

Paul Haigh brought up the question of how we are to handle the 1099 form showing the interest we have earned at the bank for the year 1993. We either have to file an income tax return or be declared a non-profit organization. There will be discussion later.

President Heysinger brought up the matter of membership roster: whether we want to have one or not. It was decided,, after some discussion, that we should not at this time have a roster with addresses and phone numbers.

Norlan Henderson, Chairman of the Nominating Committee, gave the following report. President-Elect Leo Sweeney will automatically move to the Presidency. Officers nominated for 1994 are Vice President / President-Elect; Paul Roberts, Secretary; Wilma Kerstann, Treasurer; Paul Haigh. Two new Board members to replace Norlan Henderson and Paul Roberts, whose terms expire in 1994, are Henry Droll and Norlan Henderson (who has agreed to serve another term). Motion was made to accept thereport of the Nominating Committee. This slate of officers and Board members will be voted on at the annual April 16 meeting. In the absence of Nominating Committee Chairman, Norlan Henderson, Alyce King, Nominating Committee Board member, will give the reports.

President Heysinger reported there has been no progress on the pension improvement issue of the pre-1990 retirees. The C.P.I. Committee from UMKC is Jack Brooks, Chairman; Wheadon Bloch, Leo Sweeney, Jack Heysinger, and Paul Roberts (newly appointed). They have been urged to keep pushing the issue.

Jack Brooks reported on our proposed bus tour of the Leavenworth area. A special bulletin is being mailed within the week to advise our membership of this. Jack Brooks will be our major guide, assisted by special guides. The bus leaves at 9:00 am from the parking lot across from 4325 Troost. We should be back around 4:30. We plan to go to the Chapel of the Veterans, Frontier Army Museum, and other places of interest. Then there will be a buffet lunch at the Frontier Crossroads Club after which a tour guide will be with us for a bus tour of the post. If we have time, we may visit the Victorian Carroll Museum and stop to see the "Big House" - the Federal Penitentiary. After discussion, it was decided we would need a minimum of 35 people to make expenses.

Leo Sweeney gave a report on our April 16, 1994 luncheon and annual meeting. The luncheon will be held in Pierson Hall: Reception at 11:00 a.m., luncheon at 12:00 noon. Chancellor Schwartz will speak. The menu will be sliced London Broil, house salad, rice, vegetable rolls and butter; pie and cake and tea or coffee. Leo is working on getting some music for entertainment. The amendment to the constitution will be voted on. Financial and membership reports will be given.

President Heysinger will appoint an auditor to audit our books before the April meeting.

Discussion continued about how the Association money would be handled. It was decided that Paul Haigh, Treasurer, would file a 1993 income tax form declaring the interest earned for 1993, then Paul would talk with University personnel to determine if we could be declared a non-profit organization for tax purposes in the future.

Meeting was adjourned at 12:15 p.m

Respectfully submitted Wilma Kerstann, Secretary

[Members present not listed.]

Jack Heysinger, President, presided over the business meeting. There were 127 reservations. Fifteen of this number did not show. We were charged for 124 lunches.

Jack Brooks gave a report on the catch-up pension adjustment for retirees, which was approved by the Board of Curators at the March 31, 1994 meeting.

The Membership Report was given by Wilma Kerstann. As of April 12, 1994, there are 228 paid members, which includes 74 Life Members.

The Treasurer's Report was given by Paul Haigh. As of February 29, 1994, we had $4,528. Income was $4,266 on hand, giving a total of $8,795; Debits paid out totaled $3,051, which leaves a balance of $5,744.

Hugh Speer was recognized for his contributions in the field of education.

Wheadon Bloch presented the proposed Amendment to the Constitution, Article IV - Membership. The Board of Directors and officers of the Association had approved this revision and the motion was passed by the membership.

The report of the Nominating Committee for 1994-1995 was given by Alyce King. Motion was made to accept the Committee Report. The new officers are: Leo Sweeney, President, Paul Roberts, Vice President/President Elect; Paul Haigh, Treasurer; Wilma Kerstann, Secretary. The two new members of the Board of Directors are: Norlan Henderson, who accepted the office for another term; and, new member Henry Droll. Their terms expire in 1997.

Parts of a letter from Eric Bransby was read by President Heysinger.

Chancellor Schwartz gave our program. She gave remarks then showed a film, "Windows to Discovery," showing the research conducted by UMKC.

The new president, Leo Sweeney, presented a certificate appreciation to the out-going president, Jack Heysinger.

It was mentioned that we are planning a trip to Powell Gardens, Wednesday, June 22, 1994.

President Leo Sweeney adjourned the meeting at 2:00 PM.

Respectfully submitted

Wilma Kerstann, Secretary

Members Present: Wheadon Bloch, Gloria Ragan, Henry Droll, Paul Roberts, Paul Haigh, William Rost ,Wilma Kerstann, Betty Steinman, Alyce King ,Leo Sweeney, Jack Heysinger (Ex Officio)

Members Absent: Jack Brooks Norlan Henderson

The meeting was called to order by President Leo Sweeney at 10:35 A.M.

A Motion was made to accept the minutes of February 2, 1994 Board Meeting as had been submitted. The April 16, 1994 Annual Business Meeting Minutes were approved after being distributed to the members.

Treasurer's report was given by Paul Haigh. The ending balance as of April 30, 1994 is $7,098.44 with $2,305.50 University account and $4,792.94 in the bank account.

Wilma Kerstann reported the membership at 233 as of May 9, 1994, of which 74 are life members. Since so many members (26) have paid their annual dues twice for the year 1994, it was agreed the Membership Chairman would call these members to tell them the $5.00 would be applied to next year unless they have objections. It was also suggested we send the $5.00 back to Kenneth LaBudde, who is a life member and also paid annual dues for 1994.

President Sweeney discussed possible ways of increasing our membership. one suggestion was to offer part of a year (4 to 6 months) membership free if they would join and pay for the first year. Leo has said he will write a letter to that effect.

Gloria Ragan, historian, gave a report and brought her notebook of records she has kept since the inception of UMKC Retirees Association in 1989. She also suggested the organization buy a small file drawer in which to keep the photographs of different events. A motion was made to buy the file drawer.

President Sweeney distributed a letter from George Preckshot, President of Columbia Retirees Association, regarding a meeting to be held in Columbia for the four retiree associations on June 24, 1994. Leo Sweeney, Jack Heysinger and Paul Roberts are planning to attend this meeting. The agenda for the meeting with Vice President McGill, and Associ