Meeting highlights
PRESENT
Hugh Baird (Chair), William Guy, Lucy Northwood, Eli Toeke, Cody Kirby, Eden Iati, Max Chan, Caitlin Barlow-Groome, James Heath, Bryn Jenkins and Danielle Pope
IN ATTENDANCE
Debbie Downs (Chief Executive Officer), Katrina McLennan (Communications & Marketing Manager), Joe Higham (Critic Executive Editor), Donna Jones (Minute Secretary) and Jason Schroeder
APOLOGIES
Danielle Pope for lateness and Max Chan for leaving early
Moved from the Chair
202/17 THAT the above apologies be accepted.
CARRIED U
SPEAKING RIGHTS
Moved from the Chair
203/17 THAT Debbie Downs, Katrina McLennan, Joe Higham, Jason Schroeder and Donna Jones be granted speaking rights for the duration of this meeting.
CARRIED U
MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
Moved from the Chair
204/17 THAT the minutes of the executive meeting held on 8 May 2017 be accepted as a true and correct record.
CARRIED U
Moved from the Chair
205/17 THAT the minutes of the Emergency executive meeting held on 10 May 2017 be accepted as a true and correct record.
CARRIED U
Moved from the Chair
206/17 THAT the minutes of the Emergency executive meeting held on 12 May 2017 be accepted as a true and correct record.
CARRIED U
MATTERS ARISING
NZUSA – There will be extra funding for Thursdays in Black campaigns, however the final budget hasn’t been finalised yet. ACC are coming on board with some funding.
Moved from the Chair
207/17 THAT the meeting move into committee of the whole for reasons of commercial sensitivity at 4.10pm.
CARRIED U
Moved from the Chair
208/17 THAT the meeting move out of committee of the whole at 4.27pm.
CARRIED U
MEETING THE NEW EVENTS MANAGER
Jason Schroeder introduced himself to the meeting and then the meeting introduced themselves around the table.
Jason said his intentions were to make Events more sustainable and would have more dialogue with the Executive about the types of Events they recommend students would like and he is keen to help with Executive initiatives. He welcomes ideas and regular communication.
Jason left at 4.32pm
It was agreed that the order of the agenda could be altered.
OUSA BIBLE ELOHIM ACADEMY
The Recreation Manager said there had been concerns raised via media outlets in regard to their behaviour on campus. This was primarily about how they were approaching people to recruit them.
When they first affiliated the Academy they didn’t mention they were affiliated to the World Mission Society of God Church in Roslyn. Hence they now need to amend their constitution and resubmit to OUSA.
The group asked for a meeting with the Recreation Manager and the Clubs Development Officer asking they watch a video about the Academy prior to the meeting.
The Academy indicated they were happy to work with OUSA.
Caitlin will keep the executive updated.
Katrina left at 4.40pm
HEALTH AND SAFETY
No incidents to report. Debbie reported she updated her first aid certificate last week.
Danielle arrived at 4.43pm
REFERENDUM QUESTIONS AND PROS AND CONS
As attached the final questions, explanatory notes and pros and cons have been through a stringent process with consultation.
It was noted there are now 11 questions with the inclusion of the CCTV question (198/17).
It was asked if NZUSA had a stance on the CCTV monitoring on a national level.
Hugh will bring it up when he attends the NZUSA meeting next week in Wellington.
Hugh will ensure Stephen Willis the University Chief Operating Officer receives a copy of the pros and cons for the CCTV question as discussed.
Moved from the Chair
209/17 THAT the Referendum questions explanatory notes and pros and cons be received and be made available to the student media and the student body during voting with consultation with the university on the question: - Should OUSA oppose the implementation of CCTV monitoring of the student residential area by the University of Otago?
CARRIED U
GRANTS MEETING MINUTES AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Barlow-Groome/Heath
210/17 THAT the minutes of the Grants panel meeting held on 5 May 2017 be received and the recommendations be approved.
CARRIED
APPOINTMENT TO THE SUB COMMITTEE
Iati/Guy
211/17 THAT Hannah Ballantyne be appointed to the Elections sub-committee for 2017.
CARRIED
FESTIVAL FOR THE FUTURE
The Festival being held in Auckland 4-7 August is a chance to connect with innovators and influencers from across the nation, explore the big issues of our time, build skills, share ideas, and hear from inspiring people doing remarkable things to make the world a better place.
Danielle is asking if two students could go from Otago and come back with a report.
It was suggested they may be eligible to apply through the special grants process.
It was suggested a full proposal be brought to the next executive meeting.
William left at 4.57pm
STUDY SPACES
There will be a 24 hour space available at St David’s. They will make microwaves available and access to hot water.
The Link will be open up until 2am. But not sure of exact areas yet.
The Clubs and Societies Centre building won’t be used this year.
The university libraries aren’t able to open any longer during exams.
It was asked if our Campaigns Officer could assist with getting this project please.
ARTIFICIAL FOOTBALL TURF
Moved from the Chair
212/17 THAT the meeting move into committee of the whole for reasons of commercial sensitivity at 5.01pm
CARRIED U
Moved from the Chair
213/17 THAT the meeting move out of committee of the whole at 5.03pm.
CARRIED U
GENERAL BUSINESS
Te Reo classes – 113 students attended the last class.
Te Roopu Maori/OUSA Exec bonding evening – reminder this is next Wednesday evening at the TRM Whare, Castle Street.
Te Roopu Maori Tumuaki honorarium – it was asked if the acting Tumuaki could be paid a percentage for his work at the beginning of this year. Advice being sought.
Meeting closed 5.06pm