The Student Senate voted against sending a letter to University President Dave Frohnmayer regarding the sale of Westmoreland Apartments because members said it was inconsistent with the initial opposition expressed by the Senate.
The letter asked for a timeline for selling Westmoreland and asked that the University reinvest money in comparable housing options for students.
The Senate expressed concern that the letter would send a mixed message and that opposing the sale should remain the focus.
“I think it shows strength to stick to our guns,” Senate Treasurer Mike Filippelli said.
Senate Vice President Sara Hamilton and Senator Wally Hicks drafted the letter. Hicks said it is the latest voice of their constituents , particularly Westmoreland Tenants Council chairwoman Bing Li. Hamilton said it’s
Senate’s job to plan for the future.
“I would encourage Senate to have a little more foresight,” Hamilton said. “If the University wants something they’re going to get it, and that’s the way it is.”
The Senate also allocated $1,130 for three groups. Part of the money will go toward a telephone account for the Student Bar Association. The rest of the funds will help pay for the Oregon Voice campus magazine’s purchase of distribution boxes, the Jewish
Student Union’s “Culture Night”celebration today at 6 p.m. in the Fir Room and a long-distance telephone account for the Designated Driver Shuttle.
– Nicholas Wilbur
Student Senate votes to adhere to opposing Westmoreland sale
Daily Emerald
November 21, 2005
0
More to Discover