The March Meeting of the
Northstar Chapter was called to order by Marcia Aamodt, Chapter President.
Marcia announced open position descriptions were available on
the registration table.
Marcia then introduced Denice McMahon, CPP who gave the
membership an update on the 1999 State Conference and an update on our Northstar Chapter
Website.
Our 1999 State wide Conference will be held in partnership
with IHRIM (International Association for Human Resources Information Management) on
September 16th and 17th at the Minneapolis Convention Center. The
theme of the Conference/Vendor Fair will be "Surfing into the Millennium".
Volunteer opportunities are available for anyone interested in being part of this
Conference.
Denice also updated the membership on the progress of the
Northstar Website. Currently the Board is submitting items for inclusion on the website
such as past newsletters, announcements, and information on the Board positions. As soon
as the site is available we will be announcing the web address.
Marcia then introduced Linda Obertin, CPP who expanded on the
State Conference by letting members know what some of the topics for the breakout sessions
were anticipated to be, and if members would like to suggest other topics to let her know.
Linda also spoke about how IHRIM is an international organization whose focus is on the
more technical and software side of Human Resources and with that Payroll. This
partnership will hopefully address the technical needs members have identified as wanting
more information on.
Linda then spoke about classes at Century College for the
Payroll Professional. These classes are listed in the Education section later in
the newsletter.
The membership was then divided into three groups, Large
employer over 1000 employees, Small Employer under 1000, and Government employer for
discussion of topics. Board members facilitated each group and kept notes on discussion
topics and discussion lines.
Members discussed such issues as preparation for Y2K, manual
check requests, procedures and policies, and resources for other members to contact for
questions. The networking and sharing of information continues to be one of the best
assets the Northstar Chapter has.
The meeting adjourned.
New Members
Denise Donahoe
Anagram Intl.
Eden Prairie MN |
Connie Hockert
East Central Electric
Braham, MN |
Erma Parsons
City of North Branch
North Branch, MN |
Hannah Robbins
Accountants on Call
Minneapolis, MN |
Jim Schneider
Staff Services, Inc.
Excelsior MN |
Donna Schoffelman
Liberty Diversified Industries
New Hope, MN |
Jodi Shanahan, CPP
Mayo Clinic
Rochester MN |
Terri A. Stoller, CPA
Faegre & Benson LLP
Minneapolis, MN |
Shelly A. Wagner
Faegre & Benson LLP
Minneapolis, MN |
|
April 1, 1999 NEW Mileage Rates
become effective!!!
(Reduced to 31 cents per mile for business
purpose)
April 28, 1999 - The Minnesota Treasury Management
Association will be holding its 17th Annual Treasury Management Conference at
the Minneapolis Convention Center. The conference theme is Building Our Way to the
Future. The keynote speaker will be Connie Podesta, motivational speaker and author of
"Self Esteem and the Six Second Secret". Attendees can earn CCM credits,
hear the latest in treasury management trends, and network with other treasury
professionals. Dress will be business casual.
Registration information can be obtained by calling Kathy
Grabowski at 612-577-0018. Questions regarding sponsorship or exhibition should be
directed to the Conference Chair, Laurie Hrad at 612-540-9221.
May 13th, 1999 – Monthly Chapter
Meeting
Topic: Multi-state Taxation
May 18th – 22nd, 1999 – 17th
Annual National APA Congress
Las Vegas, Nevada
Sign up available on the APA Website or watch for Congress Brochures.
September 16th – 17th,
1999 – Presenting "Surfing into the Millenium"
Northstar Chapter Annual Conference in partnership with
International Association for Human Resources Information Management (IHRIM) Vendor Fair
at the Minneapolis Convention Center!
Mark Your Calendars NOW !!!
September 13th – 17th, 1999 -
National Payroll Week Celebration!
Watch for information on Educational Opportunities in the
Community and how to get your Company or Organization involved.
Payroll Professional Learning Series
1999 Course Schedule
Primary Payroll Skills
June 8-July 13 (6 Tuesdays)
6:00-9:00 p.m.
Century College - E. Campus Room 115C
Cost: $395.00 (includes materials)
Essential Payroll Skills
April 6-May 11 (6 Tuesdays)
6:00-9:00 p.m.
Century College - East Campus Room 115B
Cost: $395.00 (includes materials)
Sept 14-October 19 (6 Tuesdays)
6:00-9:00 p.m.
*Location
Cost: $395.00 (includes materials)
Advanced Payroll Skills
July 8 - August 26 (8 Thursdays)
6:00-9:00 p.m.
Location: UAW –Ford Mnscu Training Center
Twin Cities Assembly Plant
Ford Motor Company
966 So. Mississippi River Blvd.
St. Paul, MN
Room 240 A&B
Cost: $495.00 (includes materials)
*Classes will be scheduled at participating
colleges or at a central location in the Twin Cities metro area.
Upon registration the exact location of the class will be confirmed.
For additional information please call:
Elaine Wallin • Century College • 779-3270
e.wallin@cctc.cc.mn.us
Editor-In-Chief: Ann L. Johnson, CPP
Ann.l.johnson@gkservices.com
612) 912-5531
Fax (612) 912-5538
