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DKG NEWS Jul/Aug 2022 | Vol. 79 No. 4

Administrative Board Actions

May 10–12, 2022 (Austin, Texas)

he following major actions were taken by the 2020–2022 International Administrative Board during its May
T2022 meeting:
1. Directed Headquarters staff to explore the opportunity for international credit for professional development
and report back at the November meeting of the 2022–2024 International Administrative Board.
Context: Although continuing education credits were offered for past international events, the institution and
individual managing the program are no longer available to assist. In an effort to re-establish this member
benefit, staff will explore options that might provide all members a method to obtain credits appropriate to
each individual educational environment.

2. Authorized the Strategic Outreach Director to explore strategic sponsorships for presentation to and approv-
al by the Administrative Board. Regular reports should be provided at each meeting of the board beginning
in November 2022.
Context: As the costs of attendance at international events continue to rise, sponsorships could offset the
costs of meal events and even registration fees and, subsequently, reduce the direct cost to members. Ad-
ministrative Board approval of sponsors, like vendors, will be required prior to any sponsorship agreements.
3. Forwarded the Memo of Understanding as amended to the DKGIEF Board of Directors for approval.

Context: The Memo of Understanding (MOU) is an agreement between the DKGIEF and the DKG Society Interna-
tional that guides the two entities as they work together toward common goals. The Society supports the work of
the Foundation through administrative assistance, physical office space, and even some financial support from
time to time. The Foundation supports the Society with opportunities for its members to receive scholarships,
Emergency Fund assistance, leadership training, and other member benefits. Recommended amendments to the
MOU included waiving the administrative fee on contributions from the international Society and a physical space
to display the Wall of Roses, previously displayed at the 12th Street headquarters building.
4. Approved the budget for the infrastructure expenses for 2022–2023 with recommendation for authorization
by the Executive Board.

Context: The budget for infrastructure expenses (formerly the “Replacement Schedule”) provides for appro-
priate replacement of technology at specific intervals as well as the purchase of equipment necessary for
the work of Headquarters staff and the infrastructure to support the DKG website and database. Because
technology needs can change quickly and sometimes frequently, this budget is reviewed annually. Per the
Constitution, Article VII Section A.1.b. (4) and Article VII Section A.2.b. (1), the Administrative Board reviews
operational budgets with recommendations for final approval by the Executive Board.
5. Approved the biennial budget for 2022–2024 with recommendation for approval by the Executive Board.

Context: Per the Constitution, Article IV Section G.2., the Administrative Board reviews the Available Fund
budget as presented by the Finance Committee for final approval by the Executive Board.
6. Authorized the Executive Director to explore options for preserving and displaying the cornerstone box and
its contents.
Context: When the former headquarters building on 12th Street was built, a copper box containing items
representing that era in DKG history was enclosed in the cornerstone of the building. Prior to demolition of the
building, the new owners removed the box and delivered it to DKG. During the May meeting of the Adminis-

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