On August 7, 2023, at 12:05 PM in the Hillsboro Church of Christ, President Faust called the HCRTA General Meeting to order. In attendance were 23 members and 7 guests. The meal was provided by Donita Everetts and Darlene Mihalik of the Hillsboro Church of Christ. The meal included Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Irish Mashed Potatoes, green beans, beverages, and delicious desserts. Program: During the meal, local historian Tim Koehl talked about the recent increased interest in the southern Ohio area by the UNESCO World Heritage Foundation. Mr. Koehl stated that several southern Ohio Native American sites including Fort Ancient, Great Circle Earthworks, Mound City Group, Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks, Highbanks, and Seip Mound are now under consideration for World Heritage Designation. Mr. Koehl stated that recent scientific discoveries (including excavation, DNA testing, and LADAR scanning of ancient civilization sites) combined with studies and artifacts including those gathered by Hillsboro native Edwin Davis as far back as the 1800’s, have led to the conclusion that from about 4,000 – 2,000 BC the Scioto and Miami watershed areas were likely the center of ancient American culture and trade. Artifacts linked to this area have been discovered as far away as Yellowstone National Park. The evidence that points to the importance of the Scioto and Miami Valley Watersheds to ancient American life has led to interest in a UNESCO World Heritage Designation, which Mr. Koehl believes is immanent. Such a designation, stated Koehl, will bring about an increase of tourism in the area and will be an economic boon for southern Ohio. Aslo speaking to the group was Deputy Executive Director of Member Services Christina Elliott. Christina oversees three departments at STRS one of which is Member Services. She fielded questions from our group including questions about COLA and Performance Based Incentives for STRS Investment staff. For the full meeting minutes follow this link. |
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