Professional Development Key Committee Chairman Robin Risley reported on progress with the Education Strategic Plan, with the conclusion from the Task Force to continue offering educational programs for our members. Webinars continue to generate revenue and provide positive reviews. ORPAC/RPAC Chairman Alan Mehrwein thanked the BOD for their RPAC investment support, with a report that OAR is THE organization that helps homeowners; get the message out. RPAC investments have increased with March 2012 showing $77,562, while March 2013 shows $99,883. OAR’s goal with Major Investors this year was 26. For 2012 we had 14. At the start of Spring Governance we had 23. Mehrwein was proud to announce that at this time we have 35 Major Investors from OAR. Mehrwein announced that OAR added its fifth NAR RPAC Hall of Fame recipient and introduced Pat Kaplan. Acknowledgement was given to Kaplan for her continued involvement and dedication with RPAC. All other committees submitted reports in the Director Packets. OREF REPORT
OREF Chairman David Sly reported that on September 30, 2013 printed forms will be phased out. OREF has been monitoring copyright violations with 20 letters sent to individuals recently. Contract renewal discussions with ZipFormÂŽ are taking place, and OREF is poised to have another productive year.
HOME FOUNDATION REPORT
HOME Foundation Chairman Debbie Price reported on the successful efforts of fundraising events that brought over $100,000 last year. Because of this success, 14 nonprofit organizations in Oregon received funding. Upcoming events include the Driving it Home Golf Tournament July 18 at Langdon Farms, and Taste of Portland September 19 at The Oregon Golf Club.
REGION 12 REPORT
Region 12 RVP-elect, Rick Harris reported on a successful Region 12 Annual Conference and ReThink event held earlier this year in Portland. It was announced that Seattle was selected as the location for the 2014 Region 12 Annual Conference. Harris reminded members of Mid-Year Meetings in Washington, D.C. and the importance of lobbying for NAR issues.
NAR REPORT
Karl Eckhart, NAR Political Representative reported on Oregon reflecting National trends with housing inventory down and prices becoming more stable. Eckhart reported on fees and taxes being in government thoughts, and encouraged members to get involved with issues such as MID that help homeowners. Eckhart encouraged inviting legislators to sales meetings and local board meetings where issues are discussed.
NEW BUSINESS
No new business came to the floor. 7