Subject: Questions to University President
To: "Peter B Gilkey"
From: "John E Bonine \(UO\)"
Date: Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:00:42

Dear Peter,

I noticed four things recently that could be clarified for Senate members and their constituents by the University President. If you would be so kind as to seek answers, I would appreciate it. You may forward this message or post it as you wish.

I trust that these questions will be taken in the spirit in which they are offered - to seek greater clarify in roles and responsibilities in this time of transition for the University, as well as to promote transparency and faculty governance.

Thanks, John


-----Original Message-----

From: hrdist@uoregon.edu [mailto:hrdist@uoregon.edu]
Sent: Friday, January 08, 2010 10:41 AM
Subject: [HR] Election Reminder from the Office of the General Counsel

An Election Reminder from the Office of the General Counsel

Just a reminder -- state law prohibits use of public funds to advocate for or against a ballot measure or candidate and prohibits state employees from requiring other employees, on the job or off, to support or oppose a ballot measure. This means:

YOU CAN provide balanced, objective informational background on ballot measures, but

YOU CAN'T spend work time advocating or opposing a ballot measure or candidate.

YOU CAN use your own time, including lunch hours or coffee breaks for political work, but

YOU CAN'T use state resources (copying machines, faxes, computers, postage) for political work on a ballot measure or to help a candidate.

YOU CAN wear campaign buttons at work, but

YOU CAN'T post political posters or flyers in public work spaces or facing out on doors or windows.

YOU CAN write letters expressing your opinion on ballot measures and candidates, but

YOU CAN'T use your university title in a way that suggests you represent the University's position.

YOU CAN discuss your political opinions with co-workers during breaks or away from work, but

YOU CAN'T require or coerce those who you supervise to take a position or participate in political activities.


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