MOU Renewal Committee: Meeting Summary, October 11, 2022

October 12, 2022

The MOU Renewal Committee met for a final discussion before releasing the draft MOU on or near October 15.

The committee discussed revisions to addendum A:

  • Replaced the word “conjunction” with “collaboration” throughout the MOU and addendums
  • Added a phrase about the need for effective communication, professional behavior, and respect
  • Added the appointment and defined the role of the director of field operations position
  • Added a process for resolving disputes or conflicts of interest
  • Model 2 -- removed the section about the county director
  • Model 3 -- added details about how the regional director and county director can be more effective in supporting one another and the county

The committee also discussed the proposed increase to the shared support services fee and if it should be a one-time fee or a phased increase.

The revised draft of the MOU and Addendums will be shared with the system for a month starting on or near October 15. The revisions will be highlighted. Feedback is due by close of business November 15 and can be provided to John Lawrence, Andrea Nelson, or Jennifer Vit, or can be shared via the virtual suggestion box on the ISU or IECA websites.  

The committee will meet after November 15 to discuss feedback received from the system.

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