Day 1 (Monday, March 31) Highlights

• The meeting was called to order at about 8:30 a.m. by Chairman Fred Rice.
• Those in attendance today were board members Fred Rice (Chairman), Chris Yount (Chap. 1 Pres.), Steve Smith (Chap. 2 Pres.), Charles Ketchum (Chap. 3 Pres.), Sean Walker (Chap. 4 Pres.), Camille Holladay (Chap. 5 Pres.) and Chris Lenda (Chap. 6 Pres.).
• Also in attendance today: Ken Yount (Chap. 2 VP/Merchandise Mgr.), Mike Nauman (Chap. 3 VP), Chris Glenn (Chap. 4 VP), Seth Uhlenkott (Chap. 4 Treas.), Terry Murdock (Chap. 6 VP), Marjorie Lusk (Chap. 6 Sec./Magazine Editor), Kathy Rice (Exec. Sec.), Tom Thompson (Dir. of Fundraising) and Lance Holladay (Webmaster). It was noted that Vice Chairman Chris Nelson was absent due to health reasons.
• The annual financial report was discussed along with several other finance related issues including the various accounts, a review of taxes, profit & loss, account checkbook register review, memorial account, PLEA account, call center account, book keeping & records, budget setting discussions and discussions about cost cutting measures.
• Chapter financial reports were read by the various chapter officers.
• Chairman Rice and the Board presented a bronzed hat plaque to the President/CEO of Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, Sandra Bennett Bruce.
• In the afternoon the Board heard a presentation from the Better Business Bureau.
• Nominations were accepted for the position of Chairman. Fred Rice was re-elected as Chairman by unanimous consent.
• Chapter elections were discussed. Chapter elections were recently held in Chapters 2, 4 and 6. Chris Lenda is the new President of Chapter 6. Ken Yount is the new Vice President in Chapter 2. There were no other changes in any of those three chapters.
• There was discussion and clarification of expectations regarding attendees of the Law Enforcement National Memorial.
• There was a reading and review of amended Articles and By-Laws.
• Tom Thompson gave a report on the Fundraising Center.
• Ken Yount & Steve Smith gave a report and presentation regarding ISPA merchandise.
• A report of the website and related issues was given by Lance Holladay.
• 25 year service awards were discussed including a watch re-style suggested option.
• Other membership issues were discussed including cut-off dates for retirees to rejoin ISPA and receive insurance assistance/benefits and ex-ISP employee membership.

	The board meeting attendees pause for a photo at Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center prior to the presentation of the plaque to Sandra Bruce. (Larger photo)
	Chairman Fred Rice presents Sandra Bruce a bronzed trooper hat plaque of apprecian.
	President/CEO Sandra Bruce of Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center displaying the plaque.

Day 2 (Tuesday, April 1) Highlights

• The Board discussed deadlines for retirees and new hires joining ISPA to qualify for insurance assistance retiree benefit.
• Marjorie Lusk (magazine Editor) gave a report and presentation on the magazine. The first issue by the new publiser will be out this month.
• The Board met with Steve Rausch (Attorney). He explained the requirements for charitable contributions and what we will be doing to file application with IRS to be recognized as a charitable foundations so that donations to ISPA can be tax deductable. Donations to ISPA are currently not deductable.
• This afternoon, Charlie Duke (an ISP/DLE retiree) addressed the Board about retired ISP people and the association.
• Colonel Russel addressed the board this afternoon. He said he was pleased with how ISP faired in the legislature this year. Forensics will get 3 of the 6 scientist positions the Director asked for. He's going to try to get the other 3 forensic scientists in January. ISP is still in the gas tax dedicated fund. ISP didn't lose any patrol cars that were asked for. He also got the gas money for the cars that was asked for. He said he is committed to getting the best equipment out there for the troops. He noted that a $131,000 federal grant was obtained for new SWAT equipment. He's going to push to get the mileage down on vehicles (turn them in with lower mileage). This is an officer safety issue and gets more $ out of the vehicles. He duscussed the CHOICE plan. He's going to go for more Troopers this year. He said ISP will be doing a zero based budget this year. This will require determining what is needed to provide the services. They are trying to keep the ISP intranet current and timely. He said they are still looking at geo-pay. He discussed how he is going to have command staff (Majors, Lt. Col. and Col.) get out in the field and get to know what's going on, to "ride with the folks" and etc. There will be more office meetings. He wants to have HQ getting information out giving a clear sense of vision and etc. The director then fielded questions from the board. It was a positive and informational experience. The Col. said, "When I'm out there, don't be afraid to come up and talk to me." He said he is committed to working with us ... with the people. He also said that he is committed to making the work environment safe and enjoyable. "Let's make this organization better," he said. He said we are a team. He said there will be no division in this organization.
• Steve Raschke addressed the board on various subjects such as Project CHOICE and other related issues.

Day 3 (Wednesday, April 2) Highlights

• Chairman Rice addressed the board about miscellaneous subjects.
• The Board further discussed what is expected of those members sent by ISPA to the National Memorial.
• The Board discussed ISPA scholarships and then went through the current applications. Eight scholarships were approved to be awarded.
• The Board discussed laptop/notebook computers for the chapters with Quick Book software loaded.
• The Board discussed the 25 year service watch and approved the ordering of one watch with the new design.
• Exec. Sec. Kathy Rice and Board discussed the need to be bonded.
• Tom Thompson (Investment Panel Chair) and Ralph Powell (Co-Chair) addressed the Board about their initial meetings and the investments.
• The Board heard a presentation from, and had a discussion with ISPA's CPA Reid Olsen.
• The Board discussed some officer relief needs/requests.
• Camille Holladay discussed the "Top Cop" award application.
• The Board wrapped up a few minor items before closing.
• The Board set Oct. 6 - 8 for the Fall Board Meeting.
• The meetings were adjourned until Fall.

Disclaimer: The above are only highlights of the meetings as recorded by the webmaster. These highlights are not intended to be detailed nor are they intended to replace the official minutes of the meetings which will become available some time after the conclusion of these meetings. Neither the ISPA or the webmaster make any guarantee of accuracy of the above information.

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