Hello OU,

I would like to thank everybody who helped out last week with party smart. I truly believe it was a success and think that student Senate, along with the help of SDS, CSLS and the APD helped educate our constituency about their rights and responsibilities. Interestingly enough, members of the Athens Police department including Capt. Tom Pyle, suggested that future events be held on a greater level. Next year, I hope that the Senate can reach out with this group in order to make it more encompassing and better reach out to students en masse.

            This week, my commission will be taking to the streets to access certain troublesome hotspots for both drivers and pedestrians. This summer, the Athens streets department will be working feverously to renovate and repair these areas, so I hope our study and suggestions will best benefit students when they return after summer break.

            Finally, the Halloween committee has not yet formally convened do to schedule conflicts coming from the half a dozen parties who compose the group. I will say, however, that this is not an extreme problem, because most of the work will be done during the summer and it seems as if representatives from each wing will be able to work towards our goal of making Halloween Safe, Fun and Self-Sustaining.

Until Next Time,

Tim Vonville