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Join a UPEA Standing Committee
Joining a standing committee is a great option for members looking to take an active role in UPEA. These committees provide direct input and recommendations from the general membership to the Advisory Council and State Board.
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UPEA encourages members from all districts to become involved in one or more of these committees, share their input, and actively work toward the improvement of public employment. Members who cannot travel to the UPEA headquarters in Murray may participate virtually.
Human Resource and Grievance Representation
Staff Contact: Paige Barnison
TEAM (Target, Education, Activism, Membership) and Public Relations
Staff Contact: Jessica Bruner
Legislative, Insurance, and Retirement
Staff Contact: Val Marin
Determines UPEA’s legislative priorities by surveying membership on current and existing issues. and Monitors the legislative interim sessions and bills from prior legislative sessions. Oversees and provides input on issues related to the Utah Retirement System (URS) and Public Employees Health Plan (PEHP).
Articles, Bylaws, and Resolutions
Staff Contact: Shaylee McDaniel
Reviews UPEA’s Restated Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws to ensure consistency with state statutes and the Association’s mission statement. Recommends changes to the Board of Directors for consideration. Plans, creates, and drafts UPEA’s Policy and Platform statement based on Resolutions submitted by UPEA’s districts, committees, and membership.
Training
Staff Contact: Blake Townsend
Creates, plans, and produces membership training.
Join a UPEA Standing Committee
Each committee meets about 2-5 times a year, in the evening during the week. Meetings are held at UPEA’s office in Murray (1000 West Bellwood Lane, Murray UT 84123). A light dinner is provided for participants. You can also attend most meetings via conference call. If you live outside of SLCo and travel to the UPEA office to participate you will receive mileage reimbursement.
UPEA Standing Committee Sign-up Form
Members, please complete the following form with your name and email, before selecting the standing committees you’d like to participate in.
