APRIL 2024 | 91 THE OKLAHOMA BAR JOURNAL she presented CLE programs at the OCU School of Law and the Canadian County Bar Association meeting. Governor Oldfield reported he attended the Board of Governors has-been party. Governor Rogers reported he attended the Board of Governors has-been party. Governor Thurman reported he attended the Pontotoc County Bar Association Christmas party, the dedication for the memorial honoring fallen Pontotoc County officers, the multidisciplinary team meeting to discuss district child abuse cases and the Board of Governors has-been party. Governor Trevillion reported he attended the Board of Governors has-been party and the Oklahoma County Bar Association board meeting and holiday party. REPORT OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL General Counsel Hendryx reported on the status of pending litigation involving the OBA. A written report of PRC actions and OBA disciplinary matters for the month was submitted to the board for its review. BOARD LIAISON REPORTS Vice President Peckio reported the Strategic Planning Committee is planning a retreat in Ardmore in August. Past President Hermanson reported the Section Leaders Council recently met with President Pringle. Governor Hixon reported the following day was the deadline for student entries for the Law Day Committee’s annual art and writing contests, and the committee would meet in February to judge the entries and determine this year’s winners. Governor Knott reported the Law Schools Committee has visits scheduled at the OCU and TU law schools. Governor Ailles Bahm said the Bench and Bar Committee recently met and elected new officers. She said committee members are brainstorming creative ways to encourage greater participation among inactive members. LAWYERS HELPING LAWYERS ANNUAL REPORT Chairperson Scott B. Goode discussed highlights from the written report, highlighting how the committee is addressing problems with the answering service, including a new protocol for suicide risk. He reported the hotline is not being utilized at expected levels, with only 95 calls received in 2023. Outreach to rural areas continues to be a challenge. Also discussed were the demographics of those who are calling along with frequently encountered issues, including anxiety and depression. Suicide in the legal profession continues to be an area of critical focus. The committee suggests adding a paid OBA staff member to proactively promote the availability of programs. STRATEGIC PLANNING PROPOSAL President Pringle and Executive Director Johnson described feedback received over the prior year of review of the existing strategic plan. The plan is to bring in a professional strategic planning outfit that was highly recommended by the Oklahoma Bar Foundation. Chairperson Scott B. Goode discussed highlights from the written report, highlighting how the committee is addressing problems with the answering service, including a new protocol for suicide risk.
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