President Don Cathey called the meeting to order at 1735 hours.

Brandi Gorbet made a presentation asking for sponsorship so she can travel to Australia and participate in a leadership program (People to People). This program promotes peace among youth. Gary Palmer made a motion to donate $200 to sponsor Brandi. John Stewart seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.

The minutes of the previous meeting were posted on the bulletin boards in the Main Foyer and in Central Control. Gary Palmer made a motion to accept the minutes; seconded by Jay Fitzpatrick. The motion passed.

Ken Robson read the Treasurer’s Report to the membership. Ed Potter made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s report as submitted. John Stewart seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Ken Robson gave a report from The Public Relations Committee. The only request currently pending is for Ronald McDonald. Committee recommended we pass on this request because we give to the local organization.

Don indicated the Medical and Code Response grievances are ready for arbitration.

The Mailboat grievance is going to arbitration with a very good attorney from CCPOA. Don feels good about the possible outcome of this grievance.

The new IST training issue is also going to arbitration. This should be resolved within a couple of months.

The Lassen night yard grievance has been remedied.

The grievance was granted on redirecting for drug testing.

The R&R grievance is still ongoing.

Post and Bid is still being negotiated. A big issue to still be resolved is sick relief. Don indicated, however, that communication with management is getting better. We are still planning on having a walk in bid.

Don announced the results of our recent elections. Appointments are as listed above.

The term of office will be from January 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005. Congratulations to all.

Don addressed the rumors concerning a lack of open communications with the Warden. Don set the story straight. He and the Warden have been talking and he expects to resume their weekly meetings. Communication lines are open.

Concerning the officer who was killed at CIM, Don indicated that he was not noticed by management that two staff from our institution could be sent to the funeral.

Discussion was held on staff wearing vests and if any additional BU6 members will be required to wear vests.

None

Jerry Askey made a suggestion to change our dates for our chapter meetings in an attempt to increase staff participation. He suggested that we alternate our meeting dates between the second Tuesday and second Thursday of a month. No motion was made, however, to adopt this change.

None

John Stewart made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Dave Granlees. Motion passed. The meeting was adjourned at 1915 hours.

The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, February 15, 2005 at the Apple Peddler. The board meets at 1700 with the regular session starting at 1730.

Judy Stewart

Secretary