College Relations (Heather Duval):

Heather was absent.

Community Involvement (Steve Korby and Tracy Larsen):

Steve and Tracy were absent.

Diversity (Linda Olcott):

Linda listened in to a webcast on 1/27/09 but wasn't able to pull a lot of helpful information from it. She suggested that our May meeting (speaker Inez Wildwood on Diversity) be regarding diversity of the workplace, accommodating people with disabilities, and the aging workforce. Wendy will follow up with Inez.

HRCI Certification (Kathy Chalupsky):

• 2011 Changes: An email was sent regarding 2011 changes to certification process. Three people have signed up for the study group.
• 2008 CAP: The 2008 CAP report was submitted on time.
• 2009 CAP: Wayne will be sending a planning guide for the 2009 CAP report.

Legislative and Government Affairs (Wayne Lindberg):

Wayne didn't have any updates for the group.

Legislative and Government Affairs (Wayne Lindberg):

Wayne presented an overview of member advocacy at the February 2009 meeting. He had not additional updates.

Marketing (Patricia Stolee:

• Patricia responded to the information line, sent communications, and promoted the February 2009 meeting.
• Sent a reminder for dues.
• Will be promoting the March 2009 meeting.

Membership (Terri McGillvrey):

• It was discussed to reach out to the at-large group;
• promote SHRM to local members (handouts were given at the February membership meeting);
• create a new member orientation; and
• look into options for recruiting, i.e. job fairs, business expos, etc. We would like to purchase a display for NHRA and add $300 to the budget for this purchase.

Professional Development (Laurie Pinther):

Laurie was absent.

Continuing Business:

None.

Other Business:

• LCD Projector: It was suggested that NHRA purchase an LCD project for meetings. Wayne will check with the Holiday Inn to see if it would be negotiable before purchasing one.
• LSALMA seminar co-sponsorship: A motion was made to not co-sponsor LSALMA and approved. Wayne will notify the representative of LSALMA.
• Mentor Duluth: It was suggested to do a 5 or 10 minute presentation at a mentor Duluth meeting. This would be informational to members on volunteer opportunities.