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12:00 NOON MULTI-PURPOSE CONFERENCE ROOM URBAN PLAZA

The Urban League of PortLuid URBAN PLAZA 10 North Russell Street Portland, Oregon 97227 (503) 28O26OO AGENDA

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. Finance 2. Fund Raising 3. Program and Planning 4. Personnel 5. Nominating REPORT OF TIlE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 1. Marty Lemke, Fred Meyer Charitable Trust 2. Sam Gaibreath, Portland Development Conunission REPORT OF THE CHAIRPERSON ITEMS OF INFORMATION 1. Finance Report for period ending 12/31/86 2. Letter from Ernest Cooper, NUL

URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND BOARD OF DIRECTORS

DECEMBER 17, 1986

The December meeting of the Urban League Board of Directors,held in the Multi-Purpose Conference Room, Urban Plaza,10 North Russell Street, was called to order at 12:19 P.M. by Chairperson Linda Rasmussen.

The following Directors were in attendance: Donny Adair, Skip Collier, Bobbie Gary, kKrel Gordly, Shirley Mino, Linda Rasmussen, Peter Thompson, Thane Tienson andlerie White.

The following Directors were absent withexcuse:lldget Flanagan, m Kelley, Jeff Millner,4ry Raff, 6èl Smith,trwin Starr, Bob Sutcliff, Jack Vogel and Nncy Wilgenbusch.

Staff in attendance were: Herb Cawthorne, Carol Sutcliff and Pauline Reed.

The minutes of the previous meetingswere not approved, as a quorum was not present. FINANCE COMMITTEE ( The Finance Report for the period ending November30, 1986 was mailed in the Board Book and Carol Sutcliff discussedsame.

Carol reported that the Urban League has receivedanother grant which will provide four additional housing unitsfor the Homeless Project, making a total of eight units; also, theLeague has applied for a grant which will provide funds for eight unitsof transitional housing which would take people from theHomeless Project, help subsidize their rent and require them topay a graduated fee as they become more stable in their employment. The income of Plaza II would be much better having 16 of the 19 apartments tied into programmatic monies.

Resolution #86-110 was circulated. The title company asked that specific signatories be named for facilitating the purchase of the Mentzer property. The wording of Resolution #86-110 is identical to #86-105 with the exception of the specific signatories. Since there was not a quorum present, the Board was polled; all present responded "yes." One other vote is necessary and a telephone call will be placed to secure the vote.

Carol also stated that the United Way budget needs to be submitted by January 5, 1987. The recommendation is that the League apply for the same amount as last year, $263,259. Some -2-

Directors felt that the League should ask for moremoney and a discussion ensued. After discussion, Herb stated that the staff would look at the proposed budget and determine if more money should be asked for.

FUND RAISING

In Jack Vogel's absence, Herb reported that renewal notices have been sent out and the response has been very good. PROGRAM AND PLANNING

Avel Gordly reported that Gladys Hedgmon, Director of the Youth Service Center, will be making a presentationon the YSC program at the next committee meeting.

Avel also has talked with James Posey, President of the Citizens Advisory Board, and James has asked Lolenzo Poe to coordinatethe meeting between Urban League staff and the CAB. PRESIDENT'S REPORT

* Circulated copies of THE OREGONIAN articles about the Chiles gift and discussed same. ( * Reported that plans for the Equal Opportunity Day Dinnerare moving right along. Copies of the dinner announcement were distributed to all present. Each member was asked to pass them along to friends and associates.

* Reported on the Teen Pregnancy Proposal whichwas submitted to Multnomah County for $25,000 for a six-monthprogram. Pam Smith and Brenda Polk were commended for their efforts in getting this proposal out.

* Reported on the letter to Dr. Prophet requestingmore money for the Whitney N. Young Learning Center.

* Announced the "Evening with Dr. King" which will be heldon January 15th at Maranatha Church. CHAIR'S REPORT

* Reminded Directors of the Christmas Party.

* Asked Directors to start circulating the EOD Dinner an- nouncements. -3--

The meeting adjourned at 1:10 P.M.

SubmItted by: Reviewed and ApprovedBy:

PAULINE . REED AVEL GORDLY Administrative Assistant Secretary Urban League of Portland Urban League Board ofDirectors

URBAN LEAGUE OF DORTLAND Financial ActualRjort 12/31/86 Monthly Budget Actual Year to Date Budget YOUTH SERVICES Salaries & Fringe CENTER 17,231 6,204 17,178 3,282 101,713 19,092 103,068 ADOLESCENT/PA Materials & Services Total RENT TREATMENT 23,435 20,460 + 6% 120,805 _J692122,760 - 2% MaterialsSalaries && ServicesFringe Total 15,30110,329 4972 13,03610,607 2,429 +17% 79,29317,77861,515 78,21614,57463,642 + 1% COMMUNITY SERVICES BLOC:K MaterialsSalaries && FringeServices GRANT 3,520 43 3,307 903 19,187 6,074 19,356 5,905 SENIOR SERVICE CENTER Salaries & Fringe Total 11,257 4,763 10,981 4,2]0 +13% 66,05525,261 25,26165,886 - MCCONNELL CLRK FOUNDATION Materials & Services Total 15,214 3,957. 13,256 2,275 +15% j,l6081,215 79,53613,650 2% MaterialsSalaries & &Fringe Services Total. 4,8122,5542,258 4,9102,5502,360 - 2% 28,388l75613,632 3Q,90014,75016,150 - 8% URBAN LEAGUE 01T0RTLAND Financial Report 12/31/86 GENERAL. FUND Actual Monthly Budget Actual Year Io I)atc Budget REVENUE: 'UnitedMembershipIndirect Way 18,606 2,1712,995 18,605 1,5001,833 111,660 14,198 6,345 111,630 11,000 6,332 'MiscellaneousFundContributions Raising Total 40,834 7,38586771,000 27,705 5,000 767 - +47%' 167,16422,79711,045 1,119 149,896 16,332 4,602 - ±12% EXPENSES: MembershipMaterialsSalariesContributions && FringeServices 12,21820,1.71 23,515 4,833 127,088 56,001 141,090 49,659 NET Fund Raising Total 35,918 3,5294,916 .?348 (643) - +27% (19,454) 3,529 ,618 190,749(40,853) - - 2% URBAN LEAGUE O'-PORTLAND Financial heport Actual 12/31/86 Monthly Budget Actual Year to Date Budget REVENUE:URBAN' PLAZA Commercial'Residential 5,9981,994 6,2503,333 16,152 20,000 EXPENSES: Other Total I 11,251 3,259 12,478 2,895 -10% 71,76717,28538,330 74,87017,37037,500 - 4% UtilitiesManagementOtherLease & Phone 3,9274,6036,2881,786 2,0003,4364,603 ,517 19,63310,18616,14523,017 20,61623,01515,10210,500 PLAZATINET Total 16,604(5,353) (78) ±32% 68,981 2,786 69,233 5,637 - EXPENSESREVENUE : 3,169 2,850 11,987 17,100 GENERAL PUNT') BALANCE RECAP NET 3,580 (411) 3,172 (322) 16,824(4,837) 16,512 588 GENERAL FUND - (64-3) URBANPLAZA PLAZA II TOTAL NET GAIN OR (LOSS) (5,353)4,916 (848)(411) (1,043) (322) (78) (21,505)(19,454) (4,837)2,786 (34,628)(40,853) 5,637 588

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URBAN LEAGUE OFPORTLAND

Ernest C. Cooper, Director REGIONAL SERVICE CENTER 603 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 302 Los Angeles, California 90036 (213) 933-4258 January 9, 1987

Mr. Herbert L. Cawthorne President Urban League of Portland 10 North Russell Portland, Oregon 97277

Dear Herb,

Just a note of congratulations to you, the Board and staff of the Portland Urban League on the gift which you recently received fromthe Chiles family.

The gift of the Walnut Park Fred Meyer store and the property contiguous to it appears to be a tremendous asset to the agency for its immediate income benefit as well as long term benefit potential.

Mid-Winter Conference went well.I think that those who attended felt that it was beneficial. We understand why you deemed it important not to attend, and we support ou strongly in your decision. Securing this asset for the agency clearly deserved priority over attendance at Mid-Winter.

Again, our congratulations and best wishes to you and the board over your good fortune.

Sincerely,

trnest C. Cooper

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FEBRUARY 18. 1987

12:00 NOON MULTI-PURPOSE CONFERENCE ROOM URBAN PLAZA

The urban League of Portfttnd URBAN PLAZA 10 North Russell Street Portland, Oregon 97227 (503) 280-2600 AGENDA

APPROVAL OF MINUTES COMMITTEE REPORTS

1. Finance 2. Fund Raising 3. Program and Planning 4. Personnel 5. Nominating

REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER REPORT OF THE CHAIRPERSON ITEMS OF INFORMATION

1. Analysis of Employment Problems

2. Letter from Charles Rooks

3. Letter to Robyn Govan

4. Memo to FST Advisory Board URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND

BOARD OF DIRECTORS JANUARY 21, 1987

The January meeting of the UrbanLeague Board of Directors, held in the Multi-Purpose Conference Room,Urban Plaza, 10 North Russell Street, was called to orderat 12:13 P.M. by Chairperson Linda Rasmussen. The following Directors werein attendance: Skip Collier, Bobbie Gary, Jeff Millner, ShirleyMinor, Linda Rasmussen, Bob Sutcliff, Peter Thompson, Thane Tienson andJack Vogel

The following Directors wereabsent with excuse: Donny Adair, Bridget Flanagan, Avel Gordly, Tom Kelley,Larry Raff, Joel Smith, Irwin Starr, Valerie White andNancy Wilgenbusch.

Guest in attendance: Marty Lemke, Fred Meyer CharitableTrust. Staff in attendance were: Herb Cawthorne, Carol Sutcliff and Pauline Reed. The minutes of the specialmeetings and the November and December Board meetings were approved.

FINANCE CONNITTEE The Finance Report for theperiod ending December 31, 1986 was mailed in the Board Book and CarolSutcliff and Herb Cawthorne discussed same. Carol reported that all papers areready to be reviewed by Thane for the establishment of the501(c) (2). Carol also reported that the Leaguehas purchased the Mentzer property. She has met with DeNorval Unthank,the architect, and she is in the process ofinterviewing general contractors. Carol further reported that theUnited Way budget was submitted preliminary ç for$275,359. This reflects an increase from the budget reviewed last month by theBoard. The increase was made in the area of employment. Carol also reported that theCommittee reviewed the auditor's management letter. The auditors were questionedabout the way the Urban Plaza has beencarried on the books. Presently, Urban Plaza is carried as acapital lease, thus recordingdepreciation f expense andshowing a loss every year. In discussions with the auditors, it was decided that UrbanPlaza did not fit the capital lease requirements since it has not actually been gifted to the League. JThe auditors will be changing the statements at the end of this fiscal year so that at the end of the 10 years, the potential income from the gift of the building will not be overstated and the losses due to depreciation will not be overstated.

FUND RAISING COMMITTEE Jack Vogel reported on the progress of the EOD Dinner. Jack asked Board members who are affiliated with organizations to try to purchase at least one table.

PERSONNEL COMMITTEE Linda reported that she is in receipt of a letter from Ernie Cooper asking about Herb's evaluation. She believes it has been sent and will track it down.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT * Now that the Mentzer property has been purchased, the capital fund drive will get under way shortly. The League is waiting for a final proposal from Charlie Valentine, who / will serve as a consultant. Charlie will be identifying / various trusts and foundations and will develop proposals specific to each. The expectation is to get started very soon. * Announced that the Fred Meyer Charitable Trust has approved the Employment Department proposal. Marty Lemke was asked to come to the meeting today. Marty thanked the Board for inviting her and reported that the Trust likes to develop a relationship with the governing board because the Trust holds the Board legally responsible for overseeing the grant. Marty reviewed the key points of the contract. The award is for $691,000; it starts immediately and will continue for 4 years. The Trustees asked that she specifically point out that there should be no expectation of continued support beyond the grant for this project.

R'S Announced the salmon dinner which willbe held on February 28th at Herb's home. * Commented that the League couldn't have ended the old year and started the new one off in a better way than having accomplished the purchase of the new property, receiving the gift of the Walnut Park property, planning for the EOD Dinner and receiving the Fred Meyer Charitable Trust grant. "Kudos to staff and Board." The meeting adjourned at 12:55 P.M.

Sub ed by: Reviewed and Approved by:

NEJD AVEL GORTJLY Administrative Assistant Secretary Urban League of Portland Urban League Board of Directors

THE URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND 1 ANALYSIS Qf EMPLOYMENT PROBLEMS IN THE BLACK COMMUNITY

In the neighborhoods of North and Northeast Portland, the demoralization of rampant unemployment is crippling the spirit of an entire community.Nearly one out of four adults is without work, affecting one out of every four homes.Consequently, the community is afflicted with an erosion of self-confidence and esteem as the pros- perity and pride of productivity passes them by. Under these conditions, people become frightened and they feel degraded. And as we all know, they often resort to lives of crime in response to their deprived conditions: joblessness breeds lawlessness.But the allowance of this phenomenon is the larger crime -- a crime against dignity and against the human spirit.When you rob people of their ability to express themselves, to be creative, to learn, to strive and to positively change and influence the world in which they live, you rob them of their fundamental right to a dignified, proud and productive existence.It is, therefore, against this crime that the Urban League will commit its employment resources.We do not believe that person should have to live their life with the hidden shame and the frustrated furor of joblessness.And we do not believe that social conditions are such as to make this phenomenon irreversible. Therefore, the Urban League of Portland submits the following needs assessment as the rationale for the development of a dynamic, comprehensive, problem-solving employment service that will emerge as the single most important force for the improvement of lives within Portland's black community today. The National Backdrop The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities reports that, overall, blacks have fared worse than any other sub-group under the present economic and social policies. Unemployment levels are rising; income levels are dropping and poverty is spreading among an unprecedented number of black children. * Lack of occupational opportunities is directly responsible for this phenomenon. Between 1981 and 1985, the number of blacks who became victims of long-term unemployment climbed by an explosive 72 percent.Among whites, the percent increased by only 1.5 percent. * After cuts in state and federal unemployment benefits, the percentage of unemployed who receivedjjform of benefits plunged to oniy 30 percent.Once again, blacks were disproportionately affected. * In 1984, nearly 10 million blacks or almost 36% of the black population, lived in poverty. This is the highest black poverty rate since the Census Bureau began gathering information on black poverty in 1966. The proportion of blacks added to the ranks of poverty since 1980 is almost twice as large as the proportion of whites that fell into poverty during that same period.Today, nearly one third of the black elderly and half of all black children are poor. -2-

Iii.Local Picture * The Portland picture is equally distressing.In 1982, the percent of blacks in poverty was approximately 35.1 percent, according to up-dated Census information. Projections indicate that the figures are worse for single female heads of households: Census information again indicates that 62 percent of these households live below the poverty level in Portland. * At 25 percent, the unemployment rateamong blacks is more than three times the overall rate for the city.Among fl ethnic groups, the figure is closer to 45 percent. * This high percentage of unemployment is directly relatedto crime levels in Portland, particularly when 60 percent of black youths are without work.In 1980, black youth represented 12 percent of the city's youth population and accounted for 20.2 percent of juvenile crime.By 2000, the black youth population is expected to climb to 17 percent and is expected to account for 28.7 percent of juvenile crime.

* In 1986, the blackpoor in Portland are projected to receive nearly1I1Lof all Aid to Families with Dependent Children, despite representing only 8 percent of the general population, according to the Oregon Employment Division. Reducing The Drain A comprehensive employment division at the Urban League of Portland would be a significant factor in reducing the drain of public money that must be spent in support of the chronically unemployed.To examine the anticipated savings that an employment division could bring about, the Urban League has established the following model for assessment: During the Center's first year of full, computerized operation, we conservatively project a placement rate of at least 400 people in full-time, long-term jobs.We say 'conservative" because the Urban League's present, bare-bones operation serves 175 people a month.(However, because the operation is under-staffed and non-automated, we are able to place only 10 percent, or an average of 17 people a month in jobs, most of whom are professional people with highly marketable skills.We are unable to place the vast majority of our clients, most of whom are unskilled and under-educated.) With the creation of a comprehensive employment service (part of which will include a referral bank that will allow us to connect the under-skilled with the region's diverse network of training programs), we can steadily increase the number of people we place in jobs.For assessment purposes, however, we will bcgin with the 400 figure, and increase that by one-third each consecutive year. Therefore, the employment of 400 presently unemployed people would mean the following: * A sharp reduction in welfare payments.Again, using very conservative figures, we will estimate that one-half of those 400 people will have been receiving welfare payments of $122 per family member, per month, according to Oregon's Adult and Family Services.Family members usually average four in number.Thus, the placement of 200 people, with families, would save the state nearly $1.2 million a year in Aid to Families with Dependent Children. -3-

* A sharp reduction in food stamp payments.Using the same sample of 200 newly- placed workers (with four family members), a minimum of $500,000 would be saved in food stamp expenditures each year. * A sharp reduction in medical assistance payments.Projections from the State budget office indicate that the employment of 400 people would remove approximately 200 people from medical assistance, since almost one-third of the state's black population received medical assistance in 1985 (for a total expenditure of $10 million among 10,500 people).When averaged among 200 newly employed people, the savings would amount to an annual savings of $200,000. * A sharp increase in spendable income and tax payments.Consider this calculation:400 people employed at an average salary of $12,000 a year would result in over $4.8 million in annual spendable income -- income that would be paid out for rent, food, clothing, utilities, transportation, child care, etc.Moreover, millions of new tax dollars would be returned to the state. When these savings are contrasted with the enormous expenditures of public assistance -- which amounts to almost $2 million a year for only 200 people, the rationale for developing such an employment service is acute and compelling.As stated in our philosophy statement, a comprehensive service such as the one outlined below, could serve as the single most important factor in putting a halt to the costly, demoraliz- ing and destabilizing spiral of poverty in our city today.The service is urgently needed; its implementation is critical.

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February 6, 1987

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Re: Grant No. 86070165

Dear Ms. Rasmussen and Mr. Cawthorne: The Fred Meyer Charitable Trust is pleased to enclose the payment of your grant as outlined in the letter of agreement signed by you. If you have questions regarding this payment, please contact Marty Lemke, Senior Program Officer.

We would appreciate your referring to the above grant number in all future correspondence with this office. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Charles S. Rooks Executive Director

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.-/URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND L. s. February 6, 1987 © Ms. Robyn Govan, Program Director Jobs for the Disadvantaged The Edna McConnell Clark Foundation 250 Park Avenue New York, New York 10017 Dear Robyn:

I was disappointed to receive your letter of January 27th, although I appreciatethe enthusiasm with which you enter this new stage ofyour life.Your presence as program director for Jobs for the Disadvantaged will be greatly missed.Neverthe- less, you must take, great pride in the achievements of theprogram. The hard work and careful thought that has gone into building the uniqueprograms within Jobs for the Disadvantaged has been a catalyst for change withinour nation's school systems. Just as importantly, it has focused attention on the peculiar problems ofeconom- ically disadvantaged, at risk youth.

It is all too easy for our school systems to focus their educational effortsand creativity towards those students who have already showna high probability of success and to ignore the needs of students who come into the school system with skill deficiencies, attendance problems and low self-esteem.The costs of the related problems of high. drop-out rates and youth unemploymentare well documented. It is clear, therefore, that your efforts have been ofenormous importance and significance.I wish you well in your future endeavors. Over the past year and a half, the Academy Project Director, Satya Gabriel, has made important changes in the Financial Services Academy of Portland.Many of these changes were the result of our discussions.The result has been that the Portland Academy has made significant progress towards achieving its objectives.The following represents some of these changes: * The Urban League implemented a new Advisory Board structure, including an expansion from nine to fifteen members, the creation of task forces to deal with important issues, such as institutionalization, financial resources development and reorganization, and a revision in the overall responsibilities of the Board. * The Urban League has been successful in developing a broader base of "high level" business support for the Academy project and the basic Academy concept through the Portland Leader's Roundtable.The Leader's Roundtablc has included the Academy in its recommendations of Ms. Robyn Govan February 6, 1987 Page 2

'successful efforts to tackle the problems of high youth drop-out rates and high youth unemployment." * Torn Nelson was replaced as Chairman of the Advisory Board by W. Charles "Chuck" Long, Vicc President for Staffing Services of U.S. Bancorp. * The Urban League-Business Youth Exchange contract was revised for the new grant period to provide for very specific and measurable services. Contract negotiations between the League and the Exchange also resulted in an increase in the Exchange's contribution to the Academy project. * The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Matthew Prophet, upgraded the lead teacher position to a full time position. * The Academy director organized a summer retreat for Academy teachers and staff.The following issues were discussed:

a.Multi-cultural communications in the classroom; b. Student selection;

c.Parent involvement; d. Counseling; and,

e.Changes in the Academy curriculum. Based upon the multi-cultural communication workshops conducted by Satya Gabriel, staff and teachers decided to take a cultural/"ritesThf passage" approach to the Academy curriculum and Academy awards. * The Urban League developed an action plan clearly outlining the responsibilities of the partners and timelines for completion of tasks. This has resulted in a sharp reduction in confusion, duplication of effort and disagreements over responsibilitics. * Regular meetings between program staff have also reduced administrative problems and enhanced communication between the partners.How- ever, the resignation of Karenanne Swift as the business relations coordinator has caused some problems recently.These problems have been minimized by an increase in contact between the Academy director and the executive director of the Business Youth Exchange.

* The Urban League has improved counseling services significantly and is now providing three professional counselors and has made available the services of its alcohol and drug programs. Ms. Robyn Govan February 6, 1987 Page 3

* The Urban League has made available the services of its Whitney Young Learning Center, which includes one-on-one tutorial support, to all Academy students in an effort to improve academic performance.The Academy director has instructed the Urban League counselors to support teachers in referring students to the Learning Center and is in the process of setting up a van service for students between Jefferson High School and the Learning Center (which is about twelve blocks from the school). * The Urban League's employment division is in the process of providing additional employability skills training to Academy juniors during the spring semester in anticipation of summer employment. While there is no absolute requirement that schools provide alternative educational programs for the disadvantaged, it remains an important goal of the Urban League of Portland that such programs be made available and receive community support.The Financial Services Academy of Portland has proven to be a successful program.It remains our hope that not only will the Academy continueas an integral part of the school system, the financial services sector and thecommu- nity at large, but we will be able to use the success of the Academy to push for more fundamental change in the school district's approach to educating the disadvantaged.

Again, thank you for your support over the past two and a half years.I look forward to seeing you in March. v1ostsiLcely,

Herb L. Cawthorne Chief Executive Officer (C HLC/bp ccPeter Bell 1

URBAN PLAZA 10 North RusseU Street Portland, Oregon 97227 (503) 280-2600 Herb L. Cawthorne Chief Executwe Offlcer MEMORANDUM

February 5, 1987

To: FinancialServic1kgAcademYAdvisory Board

From: Herb Cawthorne

Re: Future Urban Leage Role in the Financial Services Academy

The success of the Academy concept has been clearly reflected in the past year. The achievement of a zero drop-out rate, increased scores on standardized tests, improvements in attendance, grades and overall student attitudes all point to the effectiveness of the existing Academy design. Key components of this design are the partnership approach, a direct linkage between academic curricula and performance and job attainment, and culturally sensi- tive counseling and staff/teacher/mentor preparation and training. The Financial Services Academy is reaching the end of its status as a pilot project. Hopefully, it will become an integral part of all the participating institutions -- financial services firms, Jefferson High School and the Urban League of Portland. For achievement of this goal, a plan must be worked out that will define the future roles of the partners and provide for the long- term financial and management stability of the program. In a larger sense, it will become necessary to plan for expansion of the basic concept. The gains in retention, education and job placement of the disadvantaged, high risk youth that have been made at Jefferson High School should be extended to other schools in Portland and the rest of Oregon.

The Urban League is committed to the Academy program in particular and to the Academy concept in general. We believe the program works because it utilizes the diverse resources and skills of the financial services firms, the school district and the League. Therefore, we would hope that as the program undergoes its transition from pilot project to permanent program, we do not weaken those aspects of the program that provided the basis for past success. The following represents those services we believe the Urban League is uniquely positioned to provide to the Academy program. We believe these represent some of the best available services to encourage students to remain in school, improve their academic Financial Services Academy Advisory Board February 5, 1987 Page 2 HI

performance and prepare for life after high school:

I. Leadership and Advocacy

The common school movement has now been with us forover 150 years. It was a movement founded upon the belief thatevery citizen deserves an equal opportunity for educational achievement, that quality education should not be restricted toa wealthy elite, and that the very foundation of democracywas the attainment of minimum educational standards for the citi- zenry as a whole.

The Urban League, an organization founded 75years ago, has consistently fought for equal educational opportunityand is firmly committed to the initial goals of thecommon school movement. If the Academy program is to continue toserve the economically disadvantaged, primarily minority, at riskstu- dent then the Urban League's leadership role is crucial,both in terms of maintaining and strengthening communitysupport and in keeping the program clearly focusedon the specific needs of the target population.

II. Parental Involvement

Recent studies have confirmed what we have knownfor some time -- parent involvement increases student achievement in every category. The school system, as an institutional structure, has tended to shy away from increasing parent involvement. Over the years, the common school movement went froma structure of almost total parental control over curricula, instruc- tion and school governance to almostno parental control. The tragedy is that this trend has probably exacerbated theprob- lems faced by the school system and made their primary goalof educating our youth that much more difficult to accomplish. The Urban League provides the critical link to the community and, more specifically, to the parents of Academy students.

III. Student Identity and Participation

It is ultimately the students who will most directly benefit from the Academy program, as with all educationalprograms. Although the financial services firms, parents and community at large are all consumers of the educational product, it is the students who are the most direct beneficiaries of the program and, therefore, should have influence over the process ( by which that education takes place. Student governance can have a positive impact not only upon the educational product, Financial Services Academy Advisory Board February 5, 1987 Page 3

but can also increase student morale and make the task of education that much easier to carry out.

The Urban League will continue to coordinate the student advisory committee.

IV. Counseling

Individual, group and specialized counseling through the Urban League's Northeast Youth Service Center will remain available for Academy students. The Northeast Youth Service Center is staffed by a professional counseling staff well equipped to deal with the particular problems faced by minority and disadvantaged youth.

The process of matching counselors and students, based upon. perceived needs and compatibility will be carried out by the counselors with the assistance of program staff, including input from teachers. The extent of such counseling would depend upon available funding.

V. Employment Preparation

The Urban League's employment department can provide assistance in the preparation of students for employment and, if necessary, in placement. In addition, the employment department, in conjunction with the education department, could provide training for work supervisors and mentors.

The Urban League's employment department will provide assistance in the following areas:

a. Mock interviews. Mock job interviews will be conducted during the spring semester for juniors and seniors who are preparing to interview for summer employment in financial services firms.

b. Role playing exercises. An employment counselor can be assigned the responsibility of conducting role playing exercises. The purpose of the role playing exercises is to teach students the corporate culture through playing parts that require them to take on the language, behaviors, etc. of individuals in social positions that are very different from the daily life the students are accustomed to.

c. Workshops. Employment preparation workshops, such as workshops in application preparation, proper use of ( telephone calls to scout out jobs, etc. will be conducted with the assistance of the Urban League's Financial Services Academy Advisory Board February 5, 1987 Page 4

director of employment.

VI. Academic Support

All Academy students are eligible for academic assistance through the Urban League's Whitney M. Young Learning Center. The Learning Center hires well-qualified tutors and provides special instructional events. The assistance students receive at the Center, including reinforcement of Academy staff efforts to raise student self-esteem and motivation, should become an essential component of the Academy program.

Looking into next year, the major program goals do not change, except that we must work even harder to maintain the partnership as the transition from Clark Foundation funding takes place. Thus, we add an additional goal -- program self-sufficiency.

It is my firm belief that we can achieve self-sufficiency. We can demonstrate that the program works and why.On the other hand, I realize that the task you have before you, of developinga structure that facilitates the long-term viability of the program, is not an easy one. You will continue to have my support in carrying this process forward and I look forward to hearing more on your progress.

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The Urban League of PorUand URBAN PLAZA 10 North Russell Street Portland, Oregon 97227 (503) 280-2600 AGENDA

APPROVAL OF NINUTES COMMITTEE REPORTS

1. Finance 2. Fund Raising 3. Program and Planning 4. Personnel 5. Nominating REPORTOF THE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER REPORTOF THE CHAIRPERSON

ITEMSDF INFORMATION

1. Report of the President

2. Financial Report

3. Information on Human Services Coalition

4. Testimony on House Bill 2778

5. Letter on House Bill 2234

6. Information on Whitney Young Learning Center

7. Letter from Larry N. Frager

8. Letter from Gene Chao and Herb's response

9. Job Information Fair flyer

URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

FEBRUARY 18, 1987

The February meeting of the Urban League Board of Directors, held in the Multi-Purpose Conference Room, Urban Plaza, 10 North Russell Street, was called to order at 12:10 P.M. by Chairperson Linda Rasmussen.

The following Directors were in attendance: Donny Adair, Bridget Flanagan, Bobbie Gary, Avel Gordly, Toni Kelley, Jeff Millner, Larry Raff, Linda Rasmussen,. Peter Thompson, Thane Tienson, Jack Vogel, Valerie White and Nancy Wilgenbusch.

The following Directors were absent with excuse: Skip Collier, Shirley Minor, Joel Smith, Irwin Starr and Bob Sutcliff.

Staff in attendance were: Herb Cawthorne, Carol Sutcliff, Ray Leary and Pauline Reed. The minutes of the January Board meeting were approved. FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Balance Sheet for the period ending December 31, 1986 along with the Finance Report for the period ending January 31, 1987 were circulated and Carol Sutcliff discussed same. FUND RAISING COMMITTEE

Jack Vogel thanked all Board members who helped sell tickets to the Equal Opportunity Day Dinner.

Herb reported that the hotel has been guaranteed 775 dinners. PROGRAM AND PLANNING COMMITTEE

Copies of a letter written by Pam Smith and Avel Gordly to Jean Gould, County Health Division, regarding the Teenage Pregnancy proposal were circulated. Avel and Herb explained that the County has concerns about teenage pregnancy in the N/NE community, particularly among black teens, and yet does not fund programs which will address this segment of society.

The County misused the funding process and decided to give a minority set aside for $25,000. Herb disagrees with this action and the Urban League is trying to get the County to analyze their funding process. -2-

Avel also reported that the Evaluation Committee had a number of questions about proposals which were submitted by variousagen- cies. County staff called agencies seeking answers; the team also had questions about the League's proposal, however, noone called to ask for clarification. It was also determined that the committee did not really understand the Urban League and its functions.

Jean Gould has been very helpful in identifying flaws in the County's process and is willing to do her own documentation and provide information to those who need to know so that changescan be made. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

Donny reported that the Committee discussed how to proceed with the CEO evaluation. Herb will provide a set of objectives and the Committee will have criteria to measure in developing his evaluation through the end of this anniversaryyear. Donny also reported that the personnel policy is to be mailed to Committee members for review and discussion at their next meeting.

PRESIDENT 'S REPORT

- * Carol is proceeding with plans for the 2702 N. Williams Avenue property. Would like to have the contractor selected and be ready to start work in the building by April 1st. The capital fund drive is presently in the major proposal development stage; the plan is to solicit 7- 10 major foundations and then the corporate community.

* Had discussion with Cy Greene about the Walnut ParkFred Meyer store and the problems they face; discussed renewal of the lease, increasing the lease payment, and remodeling of the facility.

* Commented about the excellent article that appeared inTHE OREGONIAN about Dr. Reynolds and Don Frisbee.

Circulated copies of the EOD Dinner program and gaveover- view for the evening. Led discussion on whether to intro- duce each community leader in attendance or to only intro- duce the Mayor. After discussion it was decided that the Mayor would be the only person introduced. CHAIR REPORT

* Reminded Board members that they are invited to attend the United Way Allocation Panel meeting on March 11th. -3-

* Reported that THE OREGONIAN is doing an articleon United Way and has interviewed Herb and will be interviewing her today.

* Reported that she and Herb were interviewed by Joleen Columbo of THE SKANNER.

* Reminded Board members of the salmon dinner being heldon the 28th at Herb's home. The meeting adjourned at 1:00 P.M.

Subm±tted by: Reviewed and Approved by:

PAULINE J. REED AVEL GORDLY (I Administrative Assistant Secretary Urban League of Portland Urban League Board of Directors

THE URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND

The Report of the President

March 1987

The Equal The Equal Opportunity Day Dinner was a tremen- Opportunity dous success, both financially and in terms of py Dinner goodwill for the Urban League of Portland. The Urban League has received numerous letters and compliments. The staff and the Board should be commended for an exceptional effort. With approximately $6,000 outstanding, we project $69,021 in receipts, against $25,030 inex- penses, leaving a gain for the general fund of $43,991. The achievement is remarkable for the Urban League, and we can expect it to geteven better in the years to come.

Walnut Park In discussion with Fred Meyer, Inc., the Urban Property League needs to achieve three things: A long- term lease; an increase in lease payments; anda remodeled building. The kind of partnerships that are possible in the achievement of these goals have been well received by Fred Meyer leadership. It may be necessary to reduce the property tax load by petitioning the Tax Equal- ization Board; the Portland Development Commis- sion may be a prime candidate for assistance in remodeling; and it may be necessary to approach the State of Oregon for some economic development funds as well. It is important that the community see visible signs of rejuvenation of this property as a result of the Urban League's involvement. This statement, alone, is worth its weight in gold, for it can build an attitude that is positive and constructive toward economic development and black leadership.

The New Near the end of February, notices were given to Urban League the tenants in the new building. We asked them Headquarters to be out of that space by April 1st. Realiz- ing that this is a short time frame, we have provided staff support for the transition. We may not hit the April 1st deadline, but within a few weeks after that, we will hope to begin the early stages of remodeling. Carol Sutcliff has been very energetic and active in identifying a developer. We will report more to the Board on this in the future. -2-

Capital Fund The theme of the capital fund drive is "We're Drive Building Blocks . . . For a Better Portland." Charlie Valentine, a well respected consultant and fund raiser, has been hired to assist in conducting the capital fund drive. The materials she has developed to date, although still rough, are outstanding, and the graphicpresen- tation will be excellent. I have a meeting scheduled with Don Frisbee for March 20th, at which time we will discuss the details of initi- ating the capital fund drive in earnest. We expect to approach foundations for major grants, and corporations for smaller amounts. We expect to have a considerable amount of money ina short periodof time. The goal is $800,000. We can achieve all of our aims if we can raise $500,000. So here we go on the capital fund drive.

Portland I had an extended meeting with Pat LaCrosse and Development Sam Gaibreath of the Portland Development Commission Commission. Since we own the Mentzer property now, it is possible for us to apply for more than the $140,000 already committed by PDC. We will ask for an additional amount, ata very low interest rate, to enable us to initiate the construction and remodeling. Furthermore, the PDC has a program which may relieve some of the pressure on Plaza II. When buildings owned by community-based organizations are used for programs, as opposed to market rate housing, interest payments can be either forgivenor deferred. I have discussed this program with them, and there are some promising possibilities for the Urban League.

Upcoming At this time, we are working with Pacific Membership Northwest Bell for the production and mailing Drive of 25,000 newsletters and membership envelopes. This is an extraordinary commitment forPNB, which has been reducing its corporate contributions for non-profit agencies. Given that the cost is minimal to the Urban League-- simply the preparation of the mailing list-- we should reap a considerable boost to our membership thrust for 1987.

New Funds For The Urban League was recently informed that the ( Whitney Young Portland Public Schools has granted approxi- Learning mately $17,000 for improvement in parental Center involvement and student participation in the -3-

Whitney Young Learning Center. These funds are T-T particularly important, since we cannot improve student learning and participation without greater involvement from the parents in this community. The confidence that is developing in the Whitney Young Learning Center is growing. The student numbers are up. In February, 63 students were served, many of whom came to the center many times -- a total of 379 visits. Last month 844 hours of tutoring were provided. We anticipate further growth for the Whitney Young Learning Center as we develop customized space in the new building.

Meeting With I had a wonderful meeting with a gentleman by Larry Frager the name of Mr. Larry Frager. He wants to give $10,000 to the Urban League for educational purposes, with a stipulation, perhaps, that we pass on a small portion of this money to the Black United Front. We had an excellent discussion on the uses for these funds, and I believe he left with a very positive feeling for the good use that we will make of his generous contribution.

Meeting With On March .10th I meet with this law firm, and Tonkon, Torp explained the programs and efforts of the Urban Galen, League of Portland. It was a good opportunity Marmaduke & to present the program of the Urban League and Booth to advance the cause of the mission and direc- tion we have set. Many membership envelopes and newsletters were taken. It will be interesting to note the number of responses. Several individuals expressed wide interest in the Urban League's work, including involvement in the Whitney Young Learning Center, legal assistance for people who are facing difficult problems in corporations, and membership on the Board of Directors. I have found these meetings to be extremely productive and I will continue to do as many as my time and schedule will allow.

The Employment The pressure on the Urban League's employment Division program is tremendous at this time. McKinley Williams is working hard to implement the new Fred Meyer Charitable Trust grant. He recently flew to Los Angeles and San Francisco to review their programs, and came away feeling that we are well ahead of those programs in many re- spects. The computerization of our employment division is the first order of business; then we -4-

will be searching for staff to implement the counseling, job identification, and development aspects of the program. The recruitment and assessment phase will begin in earnest oncewe have these first two elements resolved. Over the past month, however, the employment division has been working right along: 180 applicants have been interviewed; 110 have been sent to various job openings and employer interviews; and 17 have been placed on permanent jobs.

The Homeless The program continues to be one of our finest Program services and under great demand. Since January, 15 individuals with children have been admitted into the Homeless Program. Of these, 10 have found jobs and their children are now in school. The success of this program continues to be amazing, and it shows what "coordinated services to the homeless" can provide. Since December 1985, the program has taken in 108 families; 78% were employed before they left the program and are still employed.

The Youth The services to youth are continuing ina posi- Service tive manner. We are achieving our goals Center extremely well. At the end of the second quarter, our contract calls for 7,250 hours of services to youth; we have achieved 8,305 hours. There are still problems coordinatingour youth employment program. We are working diligently to ensure that the summer experience for students in the Urban League is much better than it was the previous summer. I will continue to report to the Board in this regard.

In our comprehensive services last year, the Urban League served 1,500 youth; 44% female, 56% male. Of these, 64% were black, 20% white, 11% Asian, and 5% other. The youth served were referred by the justice system (33%), familyor friends (32%), the school system (22%), self (6%), and other agencies (7%). Of the 1,500, 35% lived in two-parent families; 65% in single parent households; and 45% lived with their mother only.

Adult & The ASSD staff has recently responded to anon- Senior site evaluation from the County. The report Services underscored several weaknesses in our program, some of which had to do with simple record keeping. After several meetings, the staff was -5-

directed to review more than 100 files. It was determined that the problem was isolated to three of the eleven files reviewed by the site evaluators. A thorough response has been presented to the County, and this will be shared with the Program and Planning Committee. A controversy is developing over the County's senior center space on Union Avenue and its relationship to the Urban League. There seems to be some desire that the Urban League "rescue" this financially troubled facility. At this time, the Urban League's focus is on developing a comprehensive senior service center in Urban Plaza, as we prepare to move to the new headquarters. Consequently, this controversy may get worse, in terms of the County's demands and our plans for the future.

Teenaged The Urban League is continuing its work on the Pregnancy problems of teenaged pregnancy in the black community. While we were disappointed with the County's response to our proposal, we have made additional contacts with Planned Parenthood of Columbia-Willamette and several other individuals who are concerned about the problem. We are still trying to navigate the bureaucracy at Emanuel Hospital to get assistance in thisarea. We are determined to ensure that the Urban League creates a substantive and effective response to both prevention and work with teen mothers.

Urban League Denver will be the host for the Western Regional Regional Conference, and Donny Aclair will Conference attend that conference as a representative of the Board. I will present a workshop on "Economic Development: Revenue Generating Activities for Non-Profit Organizations." You may recall that the conference was planned for Phoenix, Arizona. It was changed in reaction to the Arizona governor's repeal of the Martin Luther King Holiday.

* * * URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND SHORT TERM GOALS FOR THE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

1. To initiate and successfully complete a capital fund drive to raise between $500,000 and $800,000for the Urban League's new headguarters;

2. To implement the new Employment Divisionprogram as funded by the Fred Meyer Charitable Trust;

3. To negotiate a new lease for the Walnut Parkproper- ty, and devise ways to initiate the plans fora remodeled building;

4. To manage the general fund in a way that willpro- duce a $20,000 "reserve fund" for the organization.

URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND Financial Report Current Monthly Budget2/28/87 Current Year-To-Date Budget YOUTH SERVICE CENTER MaterialsSalaries && ServicesFringe Total 21,81517,427 4,388 21,53818,250 3,288 +1 163,330137,476 25,854 172,303146,000 26,303 5 ADULT & PARENT TREATMENT MaterialsSalaries && ServicesFringe Total 17,54614,464 3,082 12,95210,607 2,345 +35 106,793 19,80986,984 103,620 18,76384,857 +3 COMMUNITY SERVICES BLOCK GRANTMaterialsSalaries & &Fringe Services Total 2,9452,179 766 5,1661,6763,490 -43 5,8451,3774,468 10,332 6,980 352 -43 SENIOR SERVICE CENTER MaterialsSalaries && ServicesFringe Total 13,97811,258 2,720 13,25610,981 2,275 +5 107,847 19,33388,514 106,052 18,20187,851 +2 MCCON'NEL-CLARK FOUNATION MaterialsSalaries && ServicesFringe TOTAL 7,2134,8342,379 8,6606,3002,360 -17 23,05218,34041,392 23,60020,87044,470 -7 tIRBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND Financial Report 2/28/87 GENERAL FUND Current Monthly Budget Current Year-To-Date Budget % MembershipUnitedREVENUE:Indirect Way 18,566 2,769 505 18,606 5,3351,833 148,831 12,72219,736 148,848 17,00214,664 MiscellaneousFundContributions Raising Total 87,44111,80953,157 635 95,79165,000 4,167 850 -9 287,203 22,51258,27625,126 290,648 70,00033,334 6,800 -1 EXPENSES: * MembershipMaterialsFundContributionsSalaries Raising && ServicesFringe 16,95115,17121,650 -0--0- 23,51515,000 8,497 -0--o-- 167,764 22,26081,219 -0- 20,00067,974188,118 -0- Other NetTotal 53,772 -0- 47,012 -0- +14 273,478 13,725 2,235 276,092 14,556 -0- -1 NetIn-Kind Gain Donations 33,669 -0- 48,779 -0- $1,801,2001,801,200 URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND Financial Report 2/28/87 URBAN PLAZA REVENUE: Current Monthly Budget Current Year-To--Date Budget OtherCommercialResidential Total 11,559 3,6125,9981,949 12,478 2,8953,3336,250 -7 I 96,14224,59450,32521,223 99,82623,16050,00026,666 -4 UtilitiesManagementEXPENSES:Lease & Phone 5,0371,7124,603 2,0003,4364,603 15,29019,58132,224 14,50027,48832,221 Other NetTotal 16,717(5,158)5,365 12,556 2,517 (78) +33 92,74725,652 3,395 94,34520,136 5,481 2 ExpensesRevenueBudget 4,3472,632 3,1722,850 23,51817,120 22,85622,800 Net Income (Loss) to General Net Fund 1/31/87 (1,715) (322) (6,398) (56) TOTALUrbanGeneralPlaza NETPlaza IIFund GAIN OR LOSS 26,79633,669(1,715)(5,158) 48,379 48,779 (322) (78) 10,72213,725(6,398)3395' 19,98114,556) 5,481 (56)

The Urban League of Portland URBAN PLAZA 10 North Russell Street Portland, Oregon 97227 (503) 280-2600 Herb L. Cawthorne Chief Executive Off ice

UNITED WAY AGENCY LOBBY CAMPAIGN

To successfully pursue legislative items of concern to our agency we need the help of as many of our Board members as possible. There is no substitute for legislative contacts and testimony by citizen volunteers. In order to use your influence and time in the most effective manner we need the following information.

NAME PHONE______

ADDRES ZIP

WHO IS YOUR STATE REPRESENTATIVE?

WHO IS YOUR STATE SENATOR?

TO PROMOTE UNITED WAY AGENCY LEGISLATIVE AGENDA I AM WILLING TO:

_____WRITE LETTERS TO MY REPRESENTATIVE AND/OR SENATOR

CALL MY REPRESENTATIVE AND/OR SENATOR

TESTIFY AT A HEARING IN SALEM

I KNOW THE FOLLOWING LEGISLATORS PERSONALLY AND WOULD BE WILLING TO CONTACT THEM: ______-- -

Unhted Way of th Columbfa-Wfljamette

ACTION ALERT MORE FUNDS FOR HUMAN SERVICES: SUPPORT REPEAL OR MODIFICATION OF THE 2% KICKER AND SPENDING LIMITATION A bottom line for human services advocates in Oregon in 1987 is funding. The dollars currently available cannot be stretched any further without risking breakdowns in a service system essential for the well-being and lives of families and children in Oregon. The 2% surplus kicker gives taxpayers an income tax credit if actual revenue comes in more than 2% higher than it was forecast at the time the state budget was adopted. This mechanism was adopted in 1979 when the state had a $800 million surplus. According to current projections, the state will have a surplus, above forecasted revenues, of $136 million which would translate into each taxpayer receiving a $40-$50 credit. The spending limitation ties the growth of the General Fund to the growth'of personal income in the state. Since spending less than the limit in one biennium reduces the base for calculation of the next biennium's growth, the effect is a "racheting down", or decreasing limit over time. The spending limit provision limits the growth of expenditures in the next biennium to $4 million. The Oregon Human Services Coalition was formed by a broad group of organizations around the agreement that all human service agencies and constituencies would be best served by receivingmore money instead of fighting about which group gets cut the least. The Human Services Coalition has identified the repeal or modification of the 2% kicker and the state spending limitation as an obvious place to secure more funding for human services. The Executive Committee of United Way has endorsed repealing or modifying these blocks to increased human services funding.

WHAT YOUR AGENCY CAN DO * Pass a Board resolution supporting repeal or modification (see example enclosed ATAHMENT 1) * Send letters to Governor Goldschmidt with copies to your legislators * Join the Oregon Human Services Coalition

718 West Burnside Street / Portland, Oregon 97209 (503) 228-9131 GOVERNMENT RELATIONS NEWS February, 1987 Page 2

UPDATES PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR CHARITABLE NON-PROFITS Responding to a threat that receiving government fundscould result in agencies loosing tax exempt status, the Coalitionof Concerned Agencies introduced HB 2234. This bill defines "charity" in a manner which clarifies thatgovernment funding, use of volunteers and in-kind contributions does notmean an agency will be required to pay property taxes. HE 2234 is supported by the Emergency Helping Agencies Committeeand the Coalition of Free Health Clinics. A Oregon Department of Revenue ruling, requiring a review of current tax exempt agencies, will take effect after the legislative session if this issue is not resolved during the session. A number of bills concerning property tax exemption have been introduced including HE 2241 which assesses a service fee(in lieu of taxes) on non-profits in rural fire districts.

TWO PARENT WELFARE - KEEP OREGON FAMILIES TOGETHER COALITION KOFT is preparing a bill asking for year round funds for the Aid to Dependent Children program. This program would provide state funds to match federal funds for living expenses and medical care for two-parent unemployed families. The draft bill being circulated deletes the authority of the Emergency Board to cut out any months of the program, as was done this biennium. PROPOSED IRS LOBBYING RESTRICTIONS FOR NOT-FOR-PROFITS The IRS is considering rules which would reduce permitted lobbying by non-profits from 20% of their budget to 5%, with a ceiling of $1 million. The IRS is also proposing rules to more strictly interpret "grassroots lobbying". See ATTACHMENT 2. A sub-committee of the US House Ways and Means Committee, under the leadership of Rep. Rostenkowski, is examining the question of competition between unrelated income activities of non-profits and private activities of the same nature. The focus is on educational and medical institutions but the issues touch human services agencies as well.

URGENT RELIEF FOR THE HOMELESS HR 558 has been introduced in the US House of Representatives to provide $500 million in funding for relief measures for the homeless. The funding is targeted to the FEMA emergency food and shelter program, the Emergency Shelter Grants Program, the Transitional Housing Program, Section 8 certificates and the health care needs of the homeless. Oregon Representatives AuCoin, Wyden and Fazio have signed onto the bill. GOVERNMENT RELATIONS NEWS February, 1987 Page 3

LOBBYiNG TIPS When you testify on legislation remember these tips:

* Keep it short * Clearly identify your topic and bill number * Relate the issue to your home district oragency * Leave something in writing (make sure you date it)

The lobbying effort of United Way is directed by the Government Relations Committee, a sub-committee of the Community Organization and Planning Committee of United Way. Reymundo Mann, Chair, Government Relations Committee Stephen Kafoury, Northwest Strategies, Lobbyist Beverly Stein, Committee Staff Consultant

For information about joining with United Way in its lobbying effort contact Beverly Stein, 228-5222.

BS:vp 2/26/87 Urban League of Portland

Board of Directors March 18, 1987

RESOLUTION: #87-600 Revenue for Human Services

BACKGROUND: The Human Services Coalition of Oregon supports repeal of the statute known as the "2 percent kicker." The "kicker" was adopted during the 1979 Session, a time of extreme revenue surplus, in an attempt to stem the growth of government. At the end of the 1985-87 biennium the State of Oregon has more than $136 million in the "kicker fund." This money is being collected by the State only because revenue forecasters in 1985 underestimated the health of Oregon's economy and its ability to pay taxes. The money is desperately needed to fund grave needs in human services. It is not a "windfall" and it is not appropriate to return it taxpayers. During the 1979 Session the Legislature also adopted the spending limit. The limit ties growth of State expenditures to growth in Oregonians' personal income. However, the base used to calculate the growth limit is the previous biennium's expenditures. For the last two bienniums, the State budget, because of revenue shortfalls, has fallen below the allowable spending limit at that time. The shortfalls have the effect of "ratcheting down" the spending limit. Currently, Oregon has a spending limit only $4 million above the Governor's budget. If revenues were to become available, we would not be able to spend them. Therefore, the Coali- tion supports repeal of the spending limit as it currently is written.

The Coalition will consider alternatives to the above positions if they provide more money for human resources.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: The Urban League of Portland hereby joins the Human Services Coalition of Oregon and authorizes the President and Chief Executive Officer to submit the appropriate membership application. ri

HUMAN SERViCES COALITION OF OREGON 621 SW MORRISON STREET SUITE 1050 PORTLAND, OREGON 97205

Dear Concerned Citizen:

A growing number of Oregon adults, fami1ies and children .go without food, shelter, clothing and medical care. Many Oregonians have lost their jobs and economic security, and the public and private human service system has been inadequate to help. This comes at a time when state expenditures for human services have been steadily declining for the past five years.

We have a unique opportunity to bring this decline to an end. Our state has a new Governor and the 1987 Legislative Assembly Is beginning. We can influence their decisions If we act together now. We can help changethe jives of people we care about - those who are dependent In some way and need the community's support. To make this a reality, we need your help.

A ew organization has been formed the Human Services Coalition of Oregon. It will provide an opportunity for organizations, volunteers, advocates, consumers and service providers to influence public policy toward meeting the basic human needs of Oregon's citizens. The Coalition's goal is to launch a campaign for adequate funding of basic human service programs, To meet that goal we will educate legislators, leaders and the generalpublic about human service needs.

The Coalition has prepared a needs statement documenting the inadequate response to human need En the 1980s and recommending policy priorities for the 1987 Legislative Session. In addition to the needs of the homeless and the hungry, the statement notes that over 60 percent of Oregon's mentally ill, children, youth and adults do not receive treatient. Thousands more children and adolescents are at risk of becoming emotionally disabled from untreated sexual abuse and neglect. According to a recent survey by Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research, an estimated 400,184 Oregonians are iedically indigent, i.e. they lack adequate health insurance. Thousands more disabled, elderly, alcohol and drug addicted, and unemployed persons lack needed services.

We think you share a concern about these problemsand are asking you to join the Human Service Coalition of Oregon. First we ask your organization to endorse the general goal of the Coalition so that we may use your name as a supporter of the need for improved funding of human services. Secondly, we ask that you and/or your organization become a participating member of the Coalition. Any individual or organization is eligible to join with .the exception of government agencies. However, employees of government agencies are welcome to participate as Friends of the coalition. HUMAN SERVICE COALITION MEMBERSHIP LETTER Page Two

The Coalition intends to develop a broad based statewide membership that includes member organizations representing advocacy groups, advisory bodies, service agencies, providers, labor, business, minorities, and other special populations.

To finance its educational efforts, the Coalition needs funds and asks each member organization or individual to pay amenibership fee. However, under special circumstances the fee may be waived and an in-kind contribution made.

We are enclosing an endorsement form, a membership application and a statement of the Coalition's objectives for your use. You will be receiving a call soon from a Coalition member who will answer any questions you mayhave. In the meantime, feel free to call either or us: TerryRogers, 224-4094, or Karen Whitaker, 226-1555.

Please join us in the campaign to improve Oregon's human service funding!

Terr A R rs, Co-Chair 1

enc. '-Endorsement Form Membership Application Coalition Goal Statement

The Human Services of Oregon Coalition has been developing underthe guidance of people from these organizations.: Association for Retarded Citizens of Oregon, Boys and Girls Aid Society of Oregon, Burnside Projects, C.A.A. Programs, Central City Concern, Citizens for Children, Clackamas County SocialServices, Commission on Indian Affairs, Good Samaritan hospital and Medical Center,Gray Panthers, Head Start, Health Link, Kaiser Perraanente, Mental HealthAssociation of Oregon, Metropolitan Human Relations Commission, Multnomah CountyAssociation for Retarded Citizens, Multnomah County Board of Commissioners, MultnomahCounty Department of Human Services, Multnomah County Legal Aid, NationalAssociation of Social Workers, Northwest Oregon Labor Council, OregonDevelopmental Disabilities Advocacy Center, Oregon Fair Share. Oregon Health Sciences University, Oregon Human Rights Coalition, Oregon Legal Services, OregonMedical Association, Oregon State Commission for the Handicapped, PACT, ParryCenter for Children, Physicians for Social Responsibility, Planned ParenthoodAssociation, Portland/Multnomah Commission on Aging, Portland State University Schoolof Social Work, Sacred Heart General Hospital, Saint Vincent Hospitaland Medical Center, Southeast Mental Health Network, SNOW-CAP, TAPS, UnitedSeniors, United Way of Columbia/Willamette,United Way of Oregon, Women's Rights Coalition, k Youth Services Consortium. HUMAN SERVICES COALITIONOF OREGON G OAL S TATEMENT

MISSION

The purpose of the Coalition is to provide anopportunity for human service organizations, volunteers, advocates, consumers,and service providers to influence public policy; and to provide a forumwhich brings us together to work towards meeting the basic human needs ofOregon's citizens.

1987 OBJECTIVES

services coalition. 1. Develop, build, and strengthen this human

other decision makers, 2. Inform and influence the legislative members, and through Oregon's 1987 Legislative Session.

3. Advocate for increased expenditures for humanservices in Oregon, together with administrative and programmaticreform.

LONG-TERM OBJECTIVES

The Coalition will work towards:

will work for the 1. Establishment of a permanent organization that fulfillment of the Human Services Coalition's MissionStatement.

services 2. Education of legislators and other leaders about human issues.

all government 3. Adequate human services program funding in Oregon at levels.

describe the 4. Establishment of measuring and reporting systems that condition of our citizens who have unmet servicesneeds.

5. Effectively reviewing and evaluating data regardinghuman services needs.

The Coalition will support efforts to:

human services programs 1. Conduct policy, budget, and program review of in the public and private sectors.

2. Foster cooperation among human services programsin the planning and implementation of programs. ( and educate 3. Examine public attitudes about human services programs the general public about human services needs.

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The Urban League of Portland URBAN PLAZA 10 North Russell Street Portland, Oregon 97227 (503) 280-2600 Herb L. Cawthorne Chief Executive Officer

March 5, 1987

MEMORANDUM

To: Board of Directors

From: Herb L. Cawthorne Jj]1.P)

In this part of the Board Book you will find a copy of my testimony before a Sub-committee of the House Judici- ary Committee, testimony by David Slater of the Attorney General's office, all of which relate to House Bill 2778 which is also enclosed.

As the chief advocate for the Urban League of Portland, I felt it extremely important that the Urban League make strong public comments with regard to this legislation. I have been working with David Slater and the Attorney General's office for several months. The Urban League and the Attorney General's office are extremely concerned about the lack of aggressive investigation of "the patterns of discrimination" that might exist in businesses and public institutions throughout thiscom- munity. It is extremely difficult for the Urban League to listen to as many complaints as we receive, and to find that the referrals that we might make to the Civil Rights Division of the Bureau of Labor and Industries result in limited finding or no findings at all. The Attorney General has been working with the Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries, Mary Wendy Roberts, for several years, and little progress has been made. This legislation is extremely important.

The legislation provides subpoena power to the Attorney General's office and clarifies the subpoena power for the Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor and Industries. After consulting with a number of individuals -- including Ron Herndon, Rev. Jackson, the Bureau of Labor and Industries, the Attorney General's office and several attorneys who specialize in discrimination law -- I am confident that the position taken by the Urban League is most appropriate.

HLC:pjr c. URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND URBAN PLAZA 10 North Russell Street Portland, OR. 97227

Testimony of Herb L. Cawthorne Chief Executive Officer, Portland Urban League In Support of HE 2778 Thursday, March 5, 1987 Before The House Judiciary Committee

Members of the Committee: I am always pleased to speak on behalf of individuals who have been targets of racism and discrimination in our society. Even so, I would like nothing more than to not be here standing before you today, for there to be no need for a Civil Rights Division or a House Bill 2778. I would like nothing more than for the atrocities of prejudice and injustice to be but a long forgotten memory and for the United States to be exactly what it boasts of being: a democracy with freedom, liberty and justice for all. But the harsh reality is that even today, in 1987, far too many men and women are judged and treated not according to their ability and the content of their character, but by the color of their skins.

In Portland's black community, the demoralization of rampant unemployment is crippling the spirit of an entire community. As a result, the state is burdened with welfare and lost production. Nearly one out of every four adults is without work. The community is afflicted with an erosion of self-confidence and self- esteem. Under these conditions, people become frightened and they feel degraded. And as we all know, they often resort to lives of crime in response to their deprived conditions. The allowance of this phenomenon is a larger crime -- a crime against the dignity of the human spirit. For, when a person is robbed of their ability to learn, to strive, to be creative and to achieve, they are robbed of the fundamental right to a dignified, proud and productive existence.

Sad as this is, the problem does not begin and end with unemployment, rather, it is compounded by the depth of discrimination and overt prejudice in the workplace. -2-

Last year alone, the Portland Urban League listened to 1,252 of these complaints. Of course, the Urban League has no statutory or investigative capacity, however, we do feel it is our moral obligation to lend an ear and offer advice to the people who have suffered such abuse. No doubt, the Civil Rights Division of the Bureau of Labor and Industries heard and responded to many, many, more. The State Attorney General's office has also received countless inquiries and complaints. Still, even more cases remain locked and unsettled in the hearts and minds of individuals who are too afraid, too intimidated or lacked the confidence to report the incidents.

While all the reported cases were not "winable" ina court of law, one need not be a genius or an attorney to draw the conclusion that Oregon has serious work to do in terms of seeking out and investigating civil rights violations.

HB 2778 would accomplish two important things. First, it would clarify the extent of subpoena power. The original version was unclear as to whether the Commissioner's power in this regard extended to witnesses or just written evidence. The new amended version clearly states the power would include both. Second, the amended version of this bill will extend that subpoena power to the Attorney General's office.

No matter how well-intentioned, the Civil Rights Division has, only, on rare occasions, used itspower to subpoena. It would be difficult, if not impossible, to convince me that so few cases have warranted such use. The Division should be an aggressive body -- not a passive one; a body dedicated to not only finding individual violations but patterns of discrimination as well -- thereby using its power to expose the perpetrators. That has not been the case. We must create a check and balance system which provides for judgements in other parts of the system. The Urban League believes all public institutions -- legislative and governmental bodies included -- should be involved in rooting out racism and discrimination in all its forms, at every opportunity. EC,.) C:.:EPL. fCLEIUtIEYC1C 3 2-37 11: CCITT C3- C '87 03/02 11:41 03

64th OREGON lEGlSLA'1'lVE ASS'EMBLY--197 Begular Session

House Bill 2778 Sponsored by Rnpr iittvv MASON

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'Ilto l'illowiiigsummary is oLpraredby thesponsorsofthe rnelisurcuid ishot a ii oithe body thereof ubjct. toconsiileratjon by the Legislative Assembly.It.is an editors brief statuineiilof the ienLia1features of the aihtruduc+,d. Authorizes issuance of suhpenas in unlawful i'mployrnent and unlawful (IisCt'ilYliflatiOfl cases

I A BILL FOR AN ACT

2 Relating to subpu:uias; arrututolliug ORS 659)40 arid 659.045.

: Be It. lnaeted by the People of the State of Oregon:

4 SECTION 1. ()RS f359,010 is amended In ri-thd: 659,040.(1) Any person claiming to be aggrieved by an alleged unlawful employment pra:tiue,

6 may, ot' tliattorney of the person may, ma ke, sign and tile withthu uiinthsioner a verified rum-

7 plaint, in writing which shall state the name and address of the person, employer, labor W'gatlh?.attofl

8 01'employment agency ci leguil to liavt: t:urrurnitlr'1thit:urrlawl'iji i:mployment. practice complaint:d oh'

t and whkh complaint, shall set. forth the particulars thereof, 'l'he complainant. may be required to set

10 forth in the complaint501:1)titherinl'urmchion asthe roniutuixsiouer may deem pertinent, A niiplair:t ii filed puruant to this section shall be filed no latet' than one year after the allegeti unlawful em-

12 phoyment practke.

13 (2) Whenever the Attorney General or commissioner has reason to believe that any person,

14 etiipluyur, labor organiratmnoremployment. agenry lice :ummitt.ed an unlaWful employment. practicti,

15 thu Attorney General or the commissioner may make, sign and file a complaint. in tin: 'ame manner J(i as a complaint is filed under subsection (1) of this section.

17 (3) Any employer whose emnployes, or' any of thorn, rol\ise or threaten to refuse to abide by ORS

18 659.010 to 659,110 and 659,400 to 659.435 or to cooperate in carrying out the piirposeof' said stat- 19 utes may file with the rommiasiuner a vorif'ind c:crrnptaint. reqt)estiflg assistance by conciliation or

20 other remedial action.

21 ('4) The commissioner shall notify the person against whom a complaint, is made within 30 days

22 of the filing of the charge. The notice shall include the date, place and circumstances of the alleod 23 unlawful employment practice. 24 (5) Tho AttorneyGeneral ortheommiesionermay issuOsubpenas to compelthe at 25 tndarree of witnesses and the production of documents or other written intorrntion neces- 26 sary to carry out this soction. It any parson fails to comply with a subpcna issued under this

27 section or refuses to testify on matters on which the person lawfully may he Intasrogated,

28 the procedure set out in ORS 183.+10 shall be followed to compel obedience. 29 SECTION 2. ORS 659,045 is amended to read: 30 659.045 (1)Anypereoul c:lalrning to be aggrieved by cit alleged distinction, discrimination or

-- - .11 rr:stric':tioo on account of race, religion, sex, marital status, color, national origin01 ig(:if the mdi.

32 vidual is l years of age orolderin-ade by any place of' pubik avcuirtttti,dat.ion as defined in ORS 33 30,675 ot' byanypersoni acting on behalf of' such place or in violation of' ORS 30.65 or any person

NOTE; M .,Ucr in bold taco in an amnded scL,on ,iw; rrualtcr li1a1i ond hra.Acj,dJ is ejiit,ng l.w to be o,t,,Ltd. RC:'....' o:: TELECOFIER TOIL1; 3 2aTi:4r1 fCIT3- 22g5i2O;4 2 '8783.'cJ211:40 cj2

lID 2778

I claiming to be aggrieved by a violation of ORS 34.240 oranyperson claiming to be aggrieved by a violation of ORS f9.033 may, or the attorney of the person may, make, in and (iii, with the 3 Commissknier of the Bureau ut' Labor and Industries o verified complaint, in writing which shall 4 si ste themmriieand address of the person, the place of aeconiniodat,un or the vocational, pr k'ssioiia I or trade school alleged to have copnmittd the act cc lahied of and which c:otflhilaint shall set forth

the particulars thereof,'l'lmt: nploiremrit. may he Ie1pitrud to sot forth in the i:u:ciplainl such other 7 information as the Cututissiurler iutay deem purtiiiettt. A ctanpiaimit filed pursunilt to this section fl shall he tiled no later than oneyearafter the alleged distiiieliuri, ifiscrintinatiun or resIritt ion. 9 (2) The Attorney General ni' the Commissioner of the Bureau ol' I .abor and Industries may ijiake, 10 sign and file a complaint in a like manner as a coinplai lit filed under subsection (1) ci thi.suet on Ii whenever the Attorney General or commissioner has reason to believe that any place of public tic- 12 cummodation or any person acting on behalf of sui:lt place or any person aiding or abetting su:h 13 plae or person huis duniedanyperson rights under OHS 30670r 30.685 or has violated OHS 14 659037 or thataviolation of oHS 345.240 has occurred or that any person has violated thepro. 15 visions of OHS 659,033, tO (3)The Attorney Gene*'ahr the cninmisioner may Iue.i3uhpenas tnompeI that- 17 tondarice of witnesses and the production of documents or other written information nece.s- Ut nary to carry out this setion. It uiyrson fails to eumply with a subpenH issued under this 19 'tion or refuses to testiry on matters on which the person lawfully may be interrogated, 20 the produro sot out In Ofl183.440 .lial2 be tillowed Ic compel obedience,

21 TESTIMONY OF DAVID L. SLADER ON BEHALF OF THE DEPARTMENT OF JUST(CE IN SUPPORT OF HB 2778 Thursday, March 5, 1987 BEFORE THE HOUSE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE

My name is David L. Slader and I am Chief Counsel of the Business, Labor and Consumer Affairs Division of the Oregon

Department of Justice. I am appearing today to testify in favor of HB 2778, a bill which the Attorney General believes is essential to effectuate his current statutory authority to file civil rights complaints with the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries.

This bill would authorize the Attorney General, and confirm that. the Commissioner of Labor and Industries has comparable authority, to issue subpenas to investigate suspected violations of Oregon's civil rights laws. The purpose of this bill is to give teeth to provisions, now in the law, which authorize the

Attorney General and the Commissioner to commence administrative complaints alleging civil rights violations. Those provisions are at ORS 659.040(2), relating to unlawful employment practices, and ORS 659.045(2), relating to public accommodations. Those two statutes contain parallel language and are both illustrated by

ORS 659.040(2) which states:

"(2) Whenever the Attorney General or commissioner has reason to believe that any person, employer, labor organization or employment agency has committed an unlawful employment practice, the Attorney General or the commissioner may make, sign and file a complaint in the same manner that a complaint is filed under subsection (1) of this section." -2-

If used effectively, these provisions allow the State to focus on its role as enforcers of the law and protectors of the public. This is in addition to the Bureau's role resolving mdi- vidual complaints, a role which is a valuable alternative to private law suits'but an incomplete response to illegal practices.

As far as we can tell, the provisions for Commissioner and Attorney General's complaint have not been used in many years and, at most, have been used once or twice in their history. Although the authority for these complaints exist and the need, in our view, undoubtedly exists, the law does not provide the tools to allow the Attorney General to proceed efficiently and effectively in fulfilling his responsibility. What is lacking is the basic investigative power to subpena witnesses and documents. Let me give you a hypothetical example of the type of case which would call for such investigation. Assume an employer has a policy of not hiring black people. A management employe, who wishes to remain anonymous, but who is offended by that policy, reports the policy to us. That employe also states that evidence proving the policy is in the company's files and that the policy would also be corroborated by a review of the company's employment and job application records. No victim has ever come forward because no individual victim knows of the policy and any number of seemingly good reasons can be, and have been, given for each individual hiring decision. That -3- theillegal detect to goal in aposition themain hasbeen casewhere stopthe onevictim enforcement be to no law should is apure true, This are information, icy,. allegations forsuch of ifthe sources thecourse thestate, other in Wehave who, attorneys illegal practice. private legal being ofongoing one evidence -i mostcommon across ae come - - '-I someone, in -I epresenting experience extensive has thejudicious conduct. ofJustice and,by conduct identifying The-Department illegal of techniques, in allegations investigative investigate screening other how we and Thatis securi- subperias and useof occurring. antitrust is without aviolation solicitations, effective wl"her webe charitable could provides practices, areas which trade ofthese 646.618, Innone - ORS oftrade subpena. cases. by inpursuit ties 'and it toinvestigate demands" thepower "investigative withregularity of weuse bill issuance statute this forthe is a authority enforcement, investigative practice typeof ofthe stand, example might is an informant froman how- grant. would information Generally, rarecase, acomplaint. by In a forfiling corroborated as abasis unless investi- own, to its isinadequate way on accurate information and records. such review ever, mostefficient and The statements toissue sworn authority investigation. is totake the cases General gatesuch Attorney givethe billwould This purpose. forthat subpenas 1:-

If an investigation, pursuant to this bill, substantiated the allegation, the Attorney General would have the option of

commencing a complaint before the Bureau. The outcome of the case, including a final decision whether the allegations were

well founded and the choice of remedies, would rest with the

Commissioner of Labor and Industries.

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The_Urban League of Portland OFFICE OFTHE PRESIDENT \ UF8ANPLZA1ONorthRLsseSreetPoandOR9722 {5OCLC 2bL' terb L. Cawthorne E''c,:'.. C'c'

March 5, 1987

The Honorable George Traherri State Representative Room H485 State Capitol - Salem, Oregon 97310

-' Dear Mr. Trahern:

As the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Urban League of Portland,I would like to express my strong support for House Bill 2234. It is vitally important that this measure be enacted on behalf of the people of Portland.

The Urban League of Portland, as a non-profit organization, serves thousands and thousands of people who need extraordinary and creative assistance to keep their lives together or put them back together in the face of difficult circumstances. The Urban League provides services towell over 12,000 senior citizens in the Northeast Portland area; it serves more than 5,000 youth who have difficulty in school or are in trouble with the juvenile justice system or need counseling to get along better withparents; and the Urban League provides employment services to thousands of individuals who are the victims of the high unemployment rate in the black community. The threat of administrative rules from the Department of Revenue which would jeopardize the Urban League's existence and service, if allowed to be implemented, will seriously deter this organization's ability to contribute to the quality of life in the metropolitan area.

On behalf of the Urban League of Portland,I urge you to pass House Bill 2234. It is crucial to the maintenance of the human service network so vital to the quality of Page 2

life in our various communities. The minimal gain of property tax revenues, which might be generated by the Department of Revenue's proposed administrative rules, would be negligible as compared to the devastation of the su port systems for people in the State of Oregon.

Herb L. Cawthorne Chief Executive Officer

HLC: p Jr 64th OREGON LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY--19S7 Regular Session

House Bill 2234 Ordered printed by the Speaker pursuant to house Rule 12.00A (5). Presession filed (at the request of Joint Interim Revenue and School Finance Committee for Coalition of Concerned Agencies)

SUMMARY The following summary is not prepared by the sponsors of the measure and is not a part of the body thereof subject to consideration by the Legislative Assembly. It is an editor's brief statement of the essential features of the measure as introduced Defines institution and charitable purpose for purposes of ad valorem property tax exemption granted, upon application, to property, owned, being purchased or leased by or to, generally, charitable corporation. Applies retroactively to assessment years beginning on or after January 1, 1979.

1 ABILLFORANACT 2 Relating to property taxes. 3 Be It Enacted by the People of the State of Oregon:

4 SECTION 1.Section 2 of this Act is added to and made a part of ORS chapter 307. 5 SECTION 2.(1) For purposes of ORS 307.130, 307.145, 307.162, 307.166 or other law governing 6 the exemption of property owned, being purchased by or leased to or by an incorporated literary, 7 benevolent, charitable or scientific institution, "institution" means a corporation: 8 (a) Organized as a corporation not for profit under the laws of any state or national government. 9 (b) That is organized and operated for a charitable purpose and that, within the resources 10 available to the corporation, makes membership and programs or health care services available to all members of the community, or to an identified group of an indefinite number of persons, on an 12 ability to pay or free basis and provides equal quality programs or health care services to all users 13 or participants. 14 (c.) In which no part of the income is distributed to its members, directors or officers, directly 15 or indirectly. 16 (d) The assets of which are irrevocably dedicated to a charitable purpose or organization and 17 the articles of incorporation or bylaws of which require distribution of assets to another qualified 18 charitable organization or government entity upon dissolution. 19 (e) That receives, in addition to fees from its members or patrons, money or other things of 20 value, which may include donations, in-kind contributions, governmental grants or contracts, nonin- 21 terest bearing loans or volunteer time, or a combination thereof, and which uses such resources to 22 benefit persons other than those persons who provided the funds or who direct their disposition. 23 (2) For purposes of this section, "charitable purpose" means any purpose to promote the well- 24 being of the public at large, or for the benefit of an indefinite number of persons, including but not 25 limited to educational, literary or scientific purposes,- or for the prevention of cruelty to children 26 or animals, promotion and appreciation of artistic endeavors, or for the benefit of religion, health 27 delivery services, rehabilitation services, public recreation and physical fitness, civic improvement 28 or community services which lessen the burdens of government. 29 SECTION 3.Section 2 of this Act applies to the entitlement, pursuant to application, of prop- 30 erty owned, being purchased by or leased by or to an incorporated literary, benevolent, charitable

NOTE: Matter in bold face in an amended section is new matter [italicand bracketed) isexisting law to be omitted. 1-lB 2234

1 or scientific institution to an ad valorem property tax exemption for assessmentyears beginning on 2 or after January 1, 1979. Any assessment of property, for which exemption forany assessment year 3 beginning on or after January 1, 1979, and prior to January1, 1988, is claimed prior to April 1, 1987, 4 and is not allowed, but would have been allowed if section2 of this Act had been in effect and op. 5 erative for the assessment year in question,upon application of the institution prior to January 1, 6 1988, shall be cancelled.Upon such cancellation, if the taxes have been paid, thetaxes and any 7 interest or penalties relative thereto, shall be refunded fromthe unsegregated tax collections ac- 8 count established under ORS 311.385.If the taxes have notbeen paid, the taxes, interest andpen- 9 alties relative thereto shall be abated.In either event,the assessor and tax collector shall make 10 the appropriate correcting entries in the assessment andtax rolls and any other records of their 11 offices which require correction. 12

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ATTENTI ON WHITNEY YOUNG LEARNING CENTER STUDENTS

Beginning Tuesday

TT March 3, 1987

There will be 15-30 inute 'RAP SESSIONSt'

Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.

and

Thursdays at 5:00 p.m.

This discussion time will be required for all students who

are here, and will cover avariety of topics that are important

to your seif-developifient, They will meet in Jii's c1assroo,

( where snacks will be served. Cofle prepared to think, to listen,

and to express your opinions. Urban League of Portland Whitney Young Learning Center February 24, 1987 MEMORANDUM

TO: Jimi, Joyce, Osel, Jerry

FROM: Deborah

RE: "Rap Sessions"

Beginning next Tuesday, there will be "rap sessions" every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. and every Thursday at 5:00 p.m. All students who are here at those times will be required to attend at least 15 minutes of the discussion, although they can stay for 30 minutes if they so desire. Student who wish to return to their studies after 15 minutes may do so.

The "rap sessions" will be held in Ji.mi 's classroom, where snacks will be served. Jimi will be moving the desks into a circle for these discussions. Jimi will hold primary responsibility for facilitating these sessions, although all of us should participate and help with topics as well as discussions. We also need to remember to get kids down there on time when sessions are scheduled, so watch the clock on Tuesdays and Thursdays. To get started, we will be using the WYLC Student Guidelines as topics for discussion. We hope to stress the concept of self- respect and self-discipline. If you have other topics you wish to see discussed, please let me know so we can work them into the schedule. One of the main goals here is to get the students to think and to speak, so let's try to keep our comments to a minimum, while encouraging them to express their ideas and opinions. Many students are seldom asked to think, so we may start off slow, but if we work together, I know we can make this a positive experience for the kids. In the near future we hope to add a couple sessions a week on African and Black history. Brenulla Frazier is working on getting those organized, and will schedule different people from the community to facilitate those discussions.

Attached is a flyer announcing the "rap sessions. "Please post them in your classroom. Thanks! Urban League of Portland WHITNEY YOUNG LEARNING CENTER *STUDY SKILLS CONTEST*

This is a way to work on improving your study skills while earning some money. The six students who score the highest in this contest will each win $20.00.

To be eligible to win, participants must attend the Learning Center for at least 50% of the duration of the contest. Each participants total score will be averaged by the number of days they attended during the contest.

The contest begins Tuesday, Feb. 10th, and ends on Thursday, March 5th. Winners will be announced at the following student meeting. CDNST RULES 1. Students who enter will work for points in 8 categories:

*EFFICIENT USE OF TIME *RESPECT FOR OTHER'S RIGHT TO STUDY *PICKING UP AFTER YOURSELF/RETURNING WYLC PROPERTY *BEING QUIET *CONSCIENTIOUSLY COMPLETED HOMEWORK *SPECIAL INITIATIVE *HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT SHEET (Completed on arrival) *OFFICIAL COPY OF GRADES

2. Students can score 1 point in each of the first 7 categories per visit to the Center (one visit per night) .A visit must be a MINIMUM of one hour to be counted. Students will receive an automatic 5 points for bringing in an official copy of their grades.

3. ONLY STAFF MEMBERS ARE ALLOWED TO WRITE ON SCORE SHEETS.

4. All WYLC students in grades 7 through 12 may enter by getting a score sheet from Deborah and having it posted in the hallway.

REMINDER: Even ONE warning about noise, disruption, poor use of time, leaving a mess, etc., can keep you from making a point in a particular category. THINK CAREFULLY ABOUT YOUR ACTIONS. You can win if you set your mind to it!!! The Urban League of Portland

URBAN PLAZA 10 North Russell Street Portland, Oregon 97227 (503t 280-25CC Herb L. Cawthorne ChJ E'ecutve Oce

February 26, 1987

Bishop Adolph Wells Emmanuel Temple Full Gospel 1032 N. Sumner Portland, Oregon 97217 Dear Bishop Wells:

As we recently discussed, the Urban League does havea tutorial program for youth in our community. I would like to tell you a little bit about theprogram, and make some suggestions about how we might work together for the benefit of students in your church. You will also find some flyers and program information enclosed, which you can share with members ofyour congregation.

The Whitney Young Learning Center isan after-school, homework assistance program specially designed for students in grades 7 through 12 who live in Northand Northeast Portland. It is staffed with a full-time director and four professional tutors, along withcare- fully screened volunteer tutors.

The Learning Center operates on the belief that students must develop self-respect and self-discipline before they can achieve academic or personalsuccess. While assisting students with homework completion, staff members focus on building self-esteem inour students. Toward this end, the Center also sponsors guest speakers, a student newsletter, a student council, "rap sessions," and special motivational activities in which students win prizes for displaying good study skills. There are a number of ways the Learning Center and Emmanuel Temple might coordinate efforts to helpour young people succeed. For example, we might develop an incentive plan for students from Emmanuel Temple who attend the Learning Center on a regular basis and who make improvements in their grades. We might also be able to pay for gas if Emmanuel Temple provided transportation for its youth, either with your van or parent car pooling. We could easily send you a list of TT Bishop A. Wells February 26, 1987 Page Two

Emmanuel Temple students who have attended the Center each week so that their efforts could be recognized in the Sunday service, and parents from your congregation might be encouraged to do volunteer work at the Center.

We are anxious to work with you in any way possible to encourage students to utilize the Center, and to engage community members in the education of our youth. Please feel free to call me or the program director, Deborah Cochrane, to discuss these ideas.

We look forward to hearing from you. Siny,

Herb Cawthorne, President & Chief Executive Officer

HC/sa

Enclosures

cc: Deborah Cochrane

Larry N. Frager Suite 700 Morgan Building 720 SW Washington Street Portland, Oregon 97205 (503) 222-9917

PERSONAL M.4R 12 97

March 11, 1987 .URBAN LEAGUEOFPORTLAND

Mr. Herb Cawthorne The Urban League ofPortland Urban Plaza 10 North Russell Street Portland, Oregon 97227

Dear Herb:

This letter is to confirm our understandingregarding the intent of my donation. First, it is my intention that you, asExecutive Director of The Urban League of Portland, shall have sole discretion over the expenditure of thefunds; provided however, and that the funds be used for the betterment of academic entrepreneurial skills of the youngpeople in the Portland area. Examples of my said interest would be theWhitney Young Learning Center and the development of a privatesector-like store and fountain that you mentioned. It is my wish that all of thefunds be used in Portland, Oregon. I am aware that the National Chapter of The Urban League hasneeds also, but I feel as though these funds can best be used herein Portland. to You are authorized to use upto'C)Q as a gift or grant Mr. Ron Herndon and/or The BlackUnited Front for their purposes entrepreneurial arid efforts in advancing the educational and skills of young people in the Portland area.

Sincerely,

2?1. c-'

LARRY '-N.FRAGEF LARRY N. FBAGER 4047 720 SW WASHINGTONSIJITE 700 LNF:Si PORTLAND, OR 97205 24-16/1230 ,L/7 L-&c $ ,/o DOLRS

Ninth &WashlngtOn Branch OREGONP.O. BOX 4447 BAN K Portland OR 97208

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February 24, 1987

Mr. Herb L. Cawthorne Chief Executive Officer The Urban League of Portland Urban Plaza 10 North Russell Portland, OR 97227

Dear Herb:

I was shocked and distressed to see your comments in this morning's Oregonian. My first thought was that you obviously don't understand the issues we are dealing with in higher education, hut you must understand.

It's not imprtant to debate the best use of lottery funds for economic development -- suffice it to say that many of us in industry have worked a long time to get what little money we could into higher ed's budget to renovate and build adequate laboratory space (replacing some buildings and equipment which are as old as our grandparents). This resource is desperately needed if we are to support industry and spur economic development. My own company is striving to add 150 primary jobs to our region (which translate to almost 1,000 net new jobs when the drag factor is considered). This is difficult, as is the recruiting of highly skilled people, without adequate higher education support.

But what really distresses me is the negative tone and the divisiveness your words create. That doesn't sound like you.

Education, particularly higher education, is a delicate enterprise which deserves our support and care. There are enough short-term-oriented people ready to use any excuse to mortgage our future and withhold investment in education. You have given them a powerful and eloquent excuse. As a result, we are diminished, and the task of bringing Oregon's economy hack -- let alone providing for quality education for our children -- will be that much more difficult.

Metheus Corporation, Post Office Box1049,Hilisboro, Oregon97123 (503) 640-8000 t-T

Mr. Herb L. Cawthorne February 24, 1987 Page 2

The State System is not in a "greedy ivory tower, suckingup the funds extracted from the poor and struggling people..." There is not a board meeting at which I do not comment on fiscal responsibility or guard against creating new, excellent but unaffordahie programs.

The State System is trying to focus spending (and automatically deny budgets to non-competitive programs) through its Centers of Excellence concept. In fact, one of PSU's Centers of Excellence is Urban Education, and as Chairman of the Special Comittee on Centers of Excellence, I've called for monthly review of these Centers. I believe the March meeting at PSU will address Urban Education.

Herb, my letters are not generally this long, hut at the same time, ,1feel I've not begun to respond to your quotes. The bottom line is that higher education is fragile. In Oregon it is efficient and a system we can be proud of. The spending, though not enough, is well considered.

Please support us.

Very truly yours,

METHEUS CORPORATION

Chairman & President

GC:pt Enclosure U THE OREGONIAN TUESDAY, FEBRUARY24 1987

that the $30 million in lottery fund- By JEFF MAPES $11.2 million in lottery funds to com- of The Oregonian staff plete new buildings at Portlanding for construction had helped SALEM - Oregon's system ofState University, Oregon State Uni-attract nearly $100 million in dona- higher education "committed high-versity and the University of Ore-tions and federal grants to the way robbery" and a"sophisticated gon. state's universities and colleges. ripoff' by spending $3&6 million in "Why couldn't it (higher educa- He also said that Davis wanted to lottery money on new buildingstion) have chosen to use some of thisestablish a special scholarship pro- while ignoring the needs of minori-money just a portion of it togram for minority students but that ty-group and poor students, the pres-reward the Hispanic, black, Nativeit was not included in the governor's ident of the Urban League of Port-American and poor white childrenbudget. "We would like to be doing land charged Monday. more" to help minority students, In a speech to a conference on the Sellers said. education of migrant farm workers "We would like to Cawthorne's speech added to the and their families, Herb Cawthorne criticism over the way the Legisla- harshly criticized Chancellor Wil-be doing more." ture has spent money from the 2- liam E. Davis and the state system year-old lottery. Legislators and offi- for having "forsaken any responsi- cials from areas of Oregon outside bility for helping secondary schoolsin our schools who worked hard andthe Wlllamette Valley and Portland maintain the hope that fosters moti-could work hard to achieve higherhave claimed that their regions have vation among our young people." standards if they knew somethingbeen shortchanged. "Higher education cannot bewas at the end of the road?"said And this year, Goldschmidt has allowed to exist init..greed.ivory Cawthorne, calling for programs toproposed that $25 million out of the tower, sjjjig..up_th1unds extract-help tutor needy students and train$58 million in expected lottery ed from the poor and the strugglingteachers to serve them better. revenue during the next two years people who 'play the lottery and "In effect, the Oregon Legislaturebe dedicated to his program of pro- remain nevertheless immune fromhas allowed the Oregon State Sys-moting regional economic develop- the challenge to motivate the youngtern of Higher Education to misap-ment strategies. people" in elementary and second- propriate funds which were ear- Cawthorne was director of the ary schools, said Cawthorne,who ismarked for economic development,Office of Special Services at Portland also the Urban.League's chief execu- under the spurious contention thatState University for several years tive officer. buildings on university campusesbefore taking over the leadership of Cawthorne said that the highersomehow translate into jobs for Ore-'the Urban League in 1985. education system was slated togonians," Cawthorne said. Cawthorne said after his speech receive $41 million from Oregon's "The people of this state havethat Davis had given "less than a lottery proceeds and had chosen tobeen the victims ofLrob._rfunctory response" to a proposal spend almost all of it on new con-herx.and the time has comeIar,us.ia_Cawthorne had sent him last year struction, largely for buildings relat- put an end to it," he added, advocating more help from the sys- ing to engineering, science and tech- flãiited to be home ifitern of higher education for poor and nical research and education. Monday and was not available forminority students. Cawthorne added comment. that similar proposals from officials Most of the money was allocated in the university and college system by the 1985 Legislature, but Gov. However, Jim Sellers, a spokes- Neil Goldschmidt's budget calls forman for the chancellor's office,saidhad received little funding.

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Mr. Gene Chao Chairman & President METHEUS CORPORATION P. 0. Box 1049 Hilisboro, Oregon97123 Dear Gene:

I received your thoughtful letter of February 24 and found myselfeager to respond. Indeed, the issues to be dealt with in higher education are understoodby me, but the range of issues with which you deal does not correspond neatlyto the range with which I am confronted.

First, let me say that I do understand the importance of developingthe foundation for research and stimulation for professionals in the high technologyarea.This, of course, is,one area of endeavor which, to hear those in hightechnology speak about it, will attract highly competent people who will invent importantproducts that, ultimately, will expand our economy.If you will notice, I did not mention the advantages or disadvantages of high technology inmy comments. That I did not was purposeful.Instead, I focused on the complete disregard of the leadership of higher education in the effort to ensure that the children of thepoor and dispossessed have an opportunity to get into Oregon colleges and universitiesas well as receive the first-year-support that is essential to their growth and maturation.This was my point.

If I had any confidence that Bud Davis hasorhad any intention of responding to the needs of black and other people who must have higher education's commitment inorder to advance themselves, I would not have chosen such strong language.You are distressed by "the negative tone and the divisiveness' these words create.Where, my friend, is the division?The black community is already divided from the system of higher education.The black community is already divided from the high technology community because there are pitifully few efforts toensure a balance of employment in terms of the workforce of most of the companies in thisarea.I can assure you that anything less than "the negative tone" would not cause a single step to be taken by Bud Davis'administration.Consequently, I am only Out of character because the indifference promotes it.Inasmuch as you know me, that should tell you something of the seriousness of my purpose.And, I am afraid, it. will get worse before it gets better. Mr. Gene Chao February 26, 1987 Page Two

I am not one of those "short-term-oriented people"who is willing to "mortgageour future and withhold investment in education."Rather, I am one who would extendthe investment.But I will not sit back and allow highereducation to Continue to implement the sophisticated discrimination andracism which, in effect, retardsthe efforts of the black community and othersto utilize the magnificent benefits higher education has to offer.

Gene, I know the State System of Higher Educationvcry intimately, having served within it for nearly 17years. My view is quite different thanyours.I do not want to hurt the overall system, but its indifferenceto helping solve the problems of young people in this state is unacceptableand cannot be tolerated.It would not have taken much-- a measly $500,000 or, perhaps, a bit more-- to demonstrate a commitment to helping the children of thepeople who are sufferingso badly.The incidental fact that these same people playthe lottery most asa desperate hope served as a powerful image through whichto express my point.Short of money and creative programs, a dialogueon the concern would have been appreciated.

Neither you nor I have exhausted thearguments of this discussion.Clearly, we have differing points of view.There is no question in my mind that Ican understand, appreciate and, even, support the specific goalsof improving the environment for growth in high technology in Oregon.High technology is not the issue.(But if the working relationship betweenmy constituency and high tech companieswere better, greater goals could be achieved.)However, there is some doubtas to whether the leadership of higher education will approachthe discussion with thesame kind of mutual appreciation.All this is to say that wemay be better served with a good conversation on the issues involved.I would be most delighted to doso. Again, Gene, thank you foryour considered comments. My respect foryou will cause me always to think very carefully about whatyou say. C]1

Herb Cawthorne, President and Chief Executive Officer HC/sa

JOB INFORMATION FAIR PARTICIPANTS

The Oregon Department of Transportation State Personnel Division Department of Human Resources Department of Energy Oregon Liquor Control Commission Bureau of Labor & Industries Public Employees Retirement System Water Resources Multnomah County City of Portland Police Department PTS Business Development Center International Air Academy City of Salem CO-SPONSORED BY THE URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND TEE URBAN INDIAN COUNCIL THE INTERNATIONAL REFUGEE CENTER ODOT

Wednesay, March 25, 1987 Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School Cafetorium

From 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

PLEASE DROP IN ANYTIME Public Invited, no charge

Meet individually with personnel and affirmative action staff and many employees working in jobs of interest

Learn about state jobs, application procedures and current openings and recruitments City of Portland Police are accepting applictions PTS is recruiting for on-the-job-trainees in construction

Questions ? Call the Urban League at 280-2600 or the Department of Transportation in Salem, at378-8077

AGENDA

APPROVAL OF MINUTES COMMITTEE REPORTS

1. Finance 2. Fund Raising 3. Program and Planning 4. Personnel 5. Nominating

REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER REPORT OF THE CHAIRPERSON ITEMS OF INFORMATION

1. Report of the President

2. Financial Report

3. Information on Human Services Coalition

4. Testimony on House Bill 2778

5. Letter on House Bill 2234

6. Information on Whitney Young Learning Center

7. Letter from Larry N. Frager

8. Letter from Gene Chao and Herb's response

9. Job Information Fair flyer URBAN LEAGUE OF PORTLAND BOARD OF DIRECTORS

MARCH 18, 1987

The March meeting of the Urban League Board of Directors, held in the Multi-Purpose Conference Room, Urban Plaza, 10 North Russell Street, was called to order at 12:18 P.M. by Chairperson Linda Rasmussen.

The following Directors were in attendance: Donny Adair, Bobbie Gary, Avel Gordly, Tom Kelley, Shirley Minor, Linda Rasmussen, Joel Smith, Irwin Starr, Bob Sutcliff, Peter Thompson, Thane Tienson, Jack Vogel and Valerie White.

The following Directors were absent with excuse: Bridget Flanagan, Jeff Miliner, Larry Raff and Nancy Wilgenbusch.

The following Director was absent without excuse: Skip Collier. Staff in attendance were: Herb Cawthorne, Carol Sutcliff, Ray Leary and Pauline Reed.

The minutes of the February Board meeting were approved. FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Finance Report for the period ending February 28, 1987were mailed in the Board Book and Carol Sutcliff discussedsame. FUND RAISING COMMITTEE

Jack Vogel reported that the Committee has receiveda report from Ray Leary on the EOD dinner. Donations from Fred Meyer, Inc., Portland Trailblazers, KATU - Channel 2 and Peter Corvallis Pro- ductions helped make the event a success.

Jack also reported that the membership drive is slated to begin soon. Pacific Northwest Bell has agreed to print 25,000 copies of the next issue of THE DRUM, as well as 25,000 membership envelops which will be enclosed in it. That mailing will be going out in a couple of weeks to approximately 20,000 people who are currently on the mailing list.

PROGRAM AND PLANNING COMMITTEE

Avel Gordly reported that the Committee is still hearing program reports, the most recent being the Adult and Senior Service De- partinent. The Homeless Program is next on the Committee's agenda. Avel circulated copies of a memorandumreceived from Jean Gould, Multnomah County Health Services. Thismemo is a follow-up to the conversation Avel & Pam Smith had withJean concerning the teen pregnancy proposal which was discussedat the previous Board meeting.

Avel further reported that Youth Service Center staff asked her to review a proposed plan from Multnomah County for the coordination of services to youth. After reviewing the plan, Avel shared her questions and concerns with staff. She suggests that the League look closely at how affirmative action will be addressed. She also is concerned that in the creation of the new system, which hopefully will be better coordinated and offer better services to youth, that a situation does not develop where there are fewer program dollars and there is a top-heavy bureaucracy.

Avel introduced Resolution #87-600. It was moved and seconded (Gordly/Adair) that the Urban League join the Human Services Coalition of Oregon. The motion passed. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

Donny Adair reported that the Committee has reviewed the personnel policy. Herb wants to bring in a staff person who has expertise in this area to assist in the completion of the manual. A topic not presently covered is "smoking" and Herb has been asked to include a "smoking/non smoking" procedure in the manual. When

( staff is finished, the policy is to come back to the Committee and it will then be presented to the full Board.

Donny further reported that Herb has submitted his short-term goals and the same have been included in the Board Book. Herb has also written a summary on programs in his "Report to the Board." NOMINATION COMMITTEE

Irwin Starr reported that the Committee will be meeting next week. Linda asked how many slots are open and Herb responded that there are approximately 8 slots which will need to be reviewed. Some members are eligible for nomination to serve another term and others are not, having served two complete terms.

Irwin and Herb asked Board members to submit names of prospective members to the Committee.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT

* Reviewed the synopsis of his written report to the Board.

* Reported that he will be meeting with Don Frisbee on Friday to kick off the capital fund drive.

* Reported that he had a meeting with Larry Frager, a gentleman who has sent a check for $10,000. Mr. Frager wants 3

$1,000 of this money to go to the Black United Front for their education program.

Irwin proposed a resolution be sent to Mr. Frager. It was moved and seconded (Starr/Gary) that a "Thank You Resolu- tion" be sent to Larry Frager for his gift; Herb and Linda have authority to proceed with this action onbehaif of the Board. The motion passed.

* Reported that $400,000 will be coming to Multnomah County as a result of the "homeless" legislation passed in Washington, D.C. The League needs to get the word out about its Homeless Program and how effective it is in this community; sometimes we cannot serve a particular client, however, through networking, needs are met.

* Reported that the League made its presentation for $275,359 to the United Way Allocation Panel and thanked Board members who were able to attend.

* Reported that Pam Smith, Director of Communication, will be leaving the League to go to work for Jesse Jackson in Washington, D.C. CHAIR REPORT

* Thanked Thane for coordinating the salmon dinneron February 28th. Everyone had a good time and are looking forward to doing it again.

The meeting adjourned at 1:10 P.M.

Su ted by: Reviewed and Approved by:

P ULINE J Administrative Assistant Secretary, Board of Directors