EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 4, 2014

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1 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 4, 2014 Call to Order Dr. Peter Hellyer, president, called the meeting to order at 10:10 AM. Present: Dr. Peter Hellyer, Dr. Erin Epperly, Dr. John Rule, Dr. Randa MacMillan, Dr. Curtis Crawford, Dr. Sam Romano, and Ralph Johnson. Absent: Dr. Melanie Marsden. Approval of Agenda It was moved and seconded to approve the agenda. Motion carried. Approval of Minutes It was moved and seconded to approve minutes of the April 9, 2014 meeting of the Executive Committee. Motion carried. Reports A. President Dr. Hellyer noted that he prepared a letter of support for Dr. Marsden s candidacy for a position on the AVMA House Advisory Committee. B. Secretary/Treasurer Financial statements for the period ending April 30, 2014 were distributed. Dr. Crawford noted that the organization continues to perform positively compared to budget. C. Other Officers Dr. Epperly reported that district visits are underway and going well. D. AVMA Dr. Rule reviewed with the Executive Committee the bylaws amendments and resolutions that will be considered by the House of Delegates during the July meeting. Drs. Rule and Marsden will deliver a message welcoming the House of Delegates to Colorado. E. Executive Director Ralph noted the upcoming meeting of the Joint Oversight Committee, which will address the executive director evaluation (including a revised 360 degree process), review of the auditor Request for Proposal process, articulating a process for succession planning and structural model discussion, and evaluating changes to benefit programs (such as converting the SIMPLE IRA plan to a 401(k) and creating a 457(b) deferred executive compensation plan). Johnson affirmed his view of the value of one individual serving all three organizations, and indicated that if CVMA were to bring aboard an individual to cover government affairs work that the executive director could concentrate on relationships, collaboration, strategy, staff leadership, and major gift involvement for PetAid. 5. Discussion and Action Items A. Advocacy and Outreach 1. Ballot Initiatives 2014

2 Meeting Minutes June 4, 2014 Page 2 Animal shelter euthanasia Ralph Johnson reported on activities of Coloradoans Protecting Animal Welfare. HSUS initiatives HSUS continues to explore language for two potential ballot measures, one addressing dairy cow welfare and the other addressing the exemption from the cruelty statute for accepted animal husbandry practices. 2. Regulatory Issues 2014 PACFA rules Changes to the PACFA rules, which will harmonize the rules for all categories of licensees, are moving forward for consideration by the Agriculture Commission. PACFA Advisory Committee It was agreed that CVMA would ask Dr. Jenelle Vail if she is interested in being appointed to the veterinary position on the PACFA Advisory Committee. Equine dentistry Rulemaking will occur at the June state board meeting. The Executive Committee discussed the issue of use of Dormosedan sedative in oral gel form (not in injectable form) that is dispensed to the animal owner for use when a nonveterinarian is using manual tools for teeth floating; this may actually be preferable from an animal welfare perspective because a more effective job can be done. It was agreed that this approach is acceptable if it is incorporated into the language, preferably with clarity that the product is dispensed to the client. 3. Legislative Issues 2015 Forensic veterinarians ASPCA continues to have interest in a revision to the Veterinary Practice Act that would allow veterinarians not licensed in Colorado to support, at the request of local law enforcement, large-scale animal seizures in Colorado. It was agreed to continue discussing this issue with ASPCA. Expedited evaluation Dr. Epperly reported on discussion of this issue during district visits; members have wondered about the worst-case scenario but generally seem to be supportive of putting the requirement in place since it potentially allows a veterinarian to continue practicing while being evaluated. 4. CLAW Caucus The final session of the caucus was held on April 17, with discussion of e ballot initiative on shelter euthanasia; Dr. Steele represented CVMA. A planning session for 2015 will be held this summer to address sponsors, content, speakers, and format. 5. Dog Protection Task Force Dr. MacMillan reported that the effort is drawing to a close as the training materials are finalized. 6. Task Force on Collaboration Editing of the playbook continues. 7. Political Action Committee A date is being established for the work group meeting. Following discussion of a legislator s request for campaign support, it was agreed that an article (for the Voice and evoice) should be prepared about the importance of local relationships between veterinarians and their elected officials, and suggesting members consider supporting candidates if they have voted favorably on issues of importance to veterinary medicine and animal health and welfare. B. Animal Issues 1. Colorado Livestock Care Coalition No news. 2. Return for Care Preparations continue to launch the pilot project on July 1. C. Communications

3 Meeting Minutes June 4, 2014 Page 3 1. No items D. Finance and Administration 1. No items E. Governance 1. Nominating Committee Ralph Johnson apologized for staff error in not including a ballot in the ballot mailing; the problem was promptly identified and a second mailing was sent to members. 2. Strategic plan refresh Plans for the strategic planning session were reviewed; the session will be held at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort over the dates of October 24-26, If the facilitator confirms that 30 or so people can be effectively involved then invitation will be sent to the Executive Committee, District Representatives, Commission Chairs, Power of Ten facilitators, several past presidents, and key staff. F. Learning 1. BIG Ideas Forum Fall 2014 Confirmed for Cheyenne Mountain Resort, November 7-8 Proposed topic Spay/Neuter: What s the Optimal Time and Techniques? Proposed speakers Dr. Benjamin Hart (UC-Davis), Dr. Bushby again, Dr. Jed Rogers, Dr. Eric Monnet, plus female theriogenologist, plus Joyce Briggs for ACC&D. ACTION: Ralph invite Dr. Briggs, Dr. Epperly will pursue other presenters. 2. BIG Ideas Forum Spring 2015 Ideally returning to Marriott Denver West April weekends being explored 3. The Ultimate Practice Growth Weekend Due to insufficient registration, the program was cancelled. Executive Committee members discussed a combination of potential factors leading to this outcome, including economics (high price point on registration, plus hotel); ahead of market demand; topic fatigue (financial topic may be been explored enough at this time by CVMA as well as other organizations); and time of year. 4. CVMA CE West Confirmed for Wine Country Inn, June 27-29, with Drs. Mike Lappin and Rob Callan; Dr. Phil Bushby providing bonus session on juvenile spay/neuter is being sponsored by the Animal Assistance Foundation. As of May registrants (94 in 2013), 19 guests (28 in 2013); 26 attending bonus session. 5. CVMA CE Southwest Confirmed for Doubletree Hotel, October 4-5, with Dr. Dan Smeak (surgery), Dr. Scott Schatzberg (neurology) and Dr. Gavin Kennard (ophthalmology) 6. CVMA Convention 2014 Registration brochure at the printer CSU and CVMA will be splitting the costs of Party at the Fab Lab G. Membership 1. District visits underway 2. Outreach calls continuing

4 Meeting Minutes June 4, 2014 Page 4 3. Surveys #1: Microscope use Results are being published in Voice 2014:2 #2: Cat declawing Drs. Hellyer, Marsden, and Kogan were provided survey results to create the summary report for publication in Voice 2014:3; Dr. Hellyer will write an issue summary; staff will collect content to include (issue summary, survey results, CVMA position statement based on best of the best from AVMA/AAFP/AAHA statements) #3: Student engagement Results are being published in Voice 2014:2. The Executive Committee discussed whether changes should be made in student touchpoints, but agreed that the current program of activity should be continued as a long-term investment for long-term results. #4: Compounding The survey response deadline was extended (and moved responses from 68 to 122); target Voice 2014:4 for summary; invite Dr. Marsden to write issue summary and survey results #5: Opioid diversion, use and disposal Executive Committee approval was communicated to Consortium personnel Member needs assessment in development (staff) Microchipping in development (Ralph) Veterinary prescribing and dispensing issues on hold H. Programs and Services 1. 9PetCheck A meeting is being scheduled with 9News to discuss issues (e.g. phone bank complaints, Kirk Montgomery transition) and establish 2015 dates; 9News continues to have interest in a park-based event. CVMA will renew attempts to create similar events in Grand Junction and Colorado Springs. 2. Awards Committee Dr. Hellyer reported that the committee has made decisions on award recipients. 3. Power of Ten Leadership Academy Dr. Epperly noted that the Reality Roundtable is being planned for July 10. I. Professional Affairs 1. Practice Monitor Manual Peer Assistance Services has provided the manual in electronic form, which will be disseminated to the Executive Committee so that discussion of the process can be held at an upcoming meeting. J. Relations 1. AVMA Update on welcome center Issues have been resolved; CVMA will continue recruiting volunteers to work in the center. Letter of support for Dr. Marsden s candidacy has been disseminated. PVMA and AAVMC communications re: AVMA Council on Education It was agreed that CVMA would not support the request from the Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association to contact the US Department of Education (per Dr. Marshak s letter dated Spring, 2014) and would not support a resolution calling for such action should a resolution come forward at AVMA.

5 Meeting Minutes June 4, 2014 Page 5 2. CACVT List sharing parameters were discussed, and it was agreed to use the mailing list rental approach where a sample of the mailing piece would be supplied, to exchange lists on equal volume basis, and to provide electronic list for one-time use without or telephone information. 3. Morris Animal Foundation It was agreed that CVMA would not purchase a table at the fundraising event, even though CVMA lauds the work of MAF. K. Upcoming meetings August 6 10 AM meeting September 19 9 AM meeting at CVMA Convention 2014 October 1 update November 7 9 AM meeting at CVMA Big Ideas Forum Fall 2014 December 3 update Other Business None Adjourn The meeting adjourned at 2:30 PM.