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Thu Dec 4, 2025

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees to hold election and review 2025 funding reports

The Board of Trustees will conduct a Board of Trustee election and review 2025 funding and auditor reports. The body will also discuss portfolio performance and pending litigation in executive session.

Counting of ballots and announcement of results for Board of Trustee Election
2025 Funding Valuation and GASB Funding Reports from Curran Actuarial Consulting, LTD
2025 Auditor’s Report from Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan, & Maher, L.L.P.
3rd Quarter 2025 Portfolio Performance review by Mariner
Executive session regarding Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge v Sid J. Gautreaux, III

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m., December 4, 2025 Renaissance Hotel, 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. Nicole Brown e. Shanika Olinde i. Senator Kirk Talbot b. Representative Polly Thomas g. Dwayne Wall J. Shanda Jones c. Brian Champagne h. Rhonda Rogers d. Charlene Menard i. Stephanie Agee IV. Public Comments V. Report from Curran Actuarial Consulting, LTD *** a. 2025 Funding Valuation Report b. 2025 GASB Funding Report c. Discussion related to MSSF June 30, 2025, Report VI. Presentation by Investment Consultant, Mariner *** a. Review of 3rd Quarter 2025 Portfolio Performance VII. Report from Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan, & Maher, L.L.P. a. 2025 Auditor’s Report b. Census Data AUP Report c. Statewide AUP Report VIII. Counting of Ballots for Board of Trustee Election IX. Announcement of Results of Board of Trustee Election X. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from September 9, 2025, regular meeting ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items V, VI & XII are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at V, will provide actuarial science credit. Full attendance at VI will provide investment training credit , and full attendance at XII, will provide credit for …

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

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ROVERS board to review Q2 portfolio, discuss China investments

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees will review second-quarter 2025 portfolio performance and discuss investments from the China region. The board will also consider a Back-DROP study and approve minutes from prior meetings.

Review of 2nd Quarter 2025 Portfolio Performance
Discussion and action related to investments from China region
Discussion and action related to the Back-DROP study
Presentation of financials through June 30, 2025
Discussion and action related to Hancock Whitney 2nd Qtr Custodian and MSSF Reports

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✓ Decided: Board approves new election ballots and accepts Back-DROP study

The Board voted to issue corrected election ballots to all members after an error in the original mailing. Trustees also accepted an actuarial study on Back-DROP and will seek feedback from Registrars on whether to pursue related legislation.

Approved minutes from May 27, May 28, and June 30, 2025 (unanimous)
Accepted Q2 and July 2025 investment performance reports (unanimous)
Accepted Back-DROP Study from Curran Actuarial Consulting, LTD (unanimous)
Approved posting Back-DROP Study online and emailing Registrars for feedback (unanimous)
Approved sending corrected election ballots on different-colored paper to all members (unanimous)
Accepted Director's report (unanimous)

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 1:30 p.m., September 9, 2025 New Orleans Westin Hotel 100 Iberville Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70130 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. Nicole Brown f. Dwayne Wall b. Representative Polly Thomas g. Rhonda Rogers c. Brian Champagne h. Stephanie Agee d. Charlene Menard i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Shanda Jones IV. Public Comments V. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from May 27, 2025, educational training meeting b. Review and approval of minutes from May 28, 2025, regular meeting c. Review and approval of minutes from June 30, 2025, special meeting VI. Presentation by Investment Consultant, Mariner *** a. Review of 2nd Quarter 2025 Portfolio Performance b. Review of July 2025 Portfolio Performance c. Discussion and action related to investments from China region ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VI & VII are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at VI, will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at VII, will provide for actuarial science credit. By policy of the ROVERS Board of Trustees, public comments are allowed on each agenda item after board discussion and prior to board vote with limitations of three minutes per individual on each item. Th …

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Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees September 9, 2025 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System was held at the New Orleans Westin Hotel, 100 Iberville Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. 1. Call to Order Ms. Menard called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. ll. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Champagne offered an invocation, and Mrs. Agee led the Pledge of Allegiance. Il. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mrs. Nicole Brown, Mr. Brian Champagne, Ms. Charlene Menard, Mrs. Shanika Olinde, Mrs. Rhonda Rogers, Senator Kirk Talbot, and Mrs. Stephanie Agee. Mrs. Shandra Jones, Mr. Dwayne Wall, and Representative Polly Thomas were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran (Actuary, Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd.) Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, Mariner), Mr. Nha Tran (Louisiana Legislative Auditors Office). IV. Public Comments There were no public comments. Vv. Review and Approval of Minutes Upon motion by Ms. Olinde, seconded by Ms. Agee, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the May 27, 2025, educational training meeting, the May 28, 2025, regular meeting, and the June 30, 2025, special meeting. VI. Presentation by Investment Consultant, Mariner*** Presentation counts as one hour of continuing education for investment training, as …

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Mon Jun 30, 2025

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Board to discuss and act on a disability application

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action on a disability application. The board may enter executive session to discuss the applicant's physical or mental health. Public comments are allowed on each agenda item after board discussion and before a vote.

Discussion and action on a disability application
Possible executive session under R.S. 42:17(A)(1) for health-related discussion
Public comments limited to three minutes per person per item

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✓ Decided: Board approves disability application for Tiwanna Sonnier

The Board of Trustees reviewed a disability application for Tiwanna Sonnier based on findings from the state medical board. The Board voted unanimously to approve the application.

Approved disability application for Tiwanna Sonnier (Unanimous)

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Page 1 of 1 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Special Board of Trustees Meeting 11:00 a.m., June 30, 2025 J. Alexander’s Restaurant 6457 Bluebonnet Blvd Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. Nicole Brown f. Dwayne Wall b. Representative Polly Thomas g. Rhonda Rogers c. Brian Champagne h. Stephanie Agee d. Charlene Menard i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Shanda Jones IV. Public Comments V. Discussion and action related to consideration of a disability application The board of trustees hereby reserves its right to enter executive session pursuant to R.S. 42:17(A)(1) for discussion of the physical or mental health of a person, including privacy-protected medical information relative to disability matters, applicants have been duly notified. VI. Other Business VII. Adjourn By policy of the ROVERS Board of Trustees, public comments are allowed on each agenda item after board discussion and prior to board vote with limitations of three minutes per individual on each item. The Board of Trustees hereby reserves its right to enter into Executive session for discussion of matters related to ongoing litigation, potential litigation, and/or to discuss the professional competence of consultants and/or staff.

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Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees June 30, 2025 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System was held at J. Alexander’s Restaurant, 6457 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA. ly Call to Order Ms. Menard called the meeting to order at 11:35 a.m. ll. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Wall offered an invocation. IL. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mrs. Nicole Brown, Mr. Brian Champagne, Ms. Charlene Menard, Mrs. Shanika Olinde, Mrs. Rhonda Rogers, and Mr. Dwyane Wall. Mrs. Stephanie Agee, Mrs. Shandra Jones, Senator Kirk Talbot, and Representative Polly Thomas were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Gavin Billiot, Chief Deputy, St. Tammany Parish ROV office. IV. Public Comments There were no public comments. Vv. Discussion and Action related to consideration of a disability application Ms. Bourque discussed the disability application for Ms. Tiwanna Sonnier. She handed out information packets to each Board member, which included the state medical board’s findings. Ms. Bourque informed the Board that she had advised Ms. Sonnier that her request would be on the meeting agenda. Upon motion by Mr. Champagne, seconded by Mrs. Rogers, the Board voted unanimously to accept the state medical board's recommendation and approve the disability application fo …

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Wed May 28, 2025

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ROVERS Board discusses budget, contracts, and portfolio performance

The Board of Trustees will review investment performance and financial reports through March 31, 2025. Discussion includes the proposed fiscal year 2026 budget and several contract renewals.

Review of 1st Quarter 2025 and April 2025 portfolio performance
Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review
Discussion regarding pending litigation: Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge v Sid J. Gautreaux, III
Renewal of actuarial and administrative contracts
Proposed budget for fiscal year 2026

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✓ Decided: Board approves FY2026 budget and authorizes $15,000 Back-DROP study

The Board approved the fiscal year 2026 budget and renewed actuarial and administrative contracts. It authorized a $15,000 study for a potential Back-DROP option and approved salary and contract rate increases for the Director and legal counsel.

Approved fiscal 2026 budget (unanimous)
Authorized $15,000 for Back-DROP study by Curran Actuarial Consulting Ltd. (unanimous)
Approved renewal of FY2026 actuarial and administrative contracts (unanimous)
Approved increase in legal counsel hourly rate from $250 to $350 effective July 1, 2025 (unanimous)
Approved Director salary increase to $93,600 effective July 1, 2025 (unanimous)
Approved $3,800 engagement letter for State-Wide AUP from Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan & Maher (unanimous)
Approved March 10 and March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Accepted investment and custodial reports from Mariner and Hancock Whitney (unanimous)

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m., May 28, 2025 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. Nicole Brown f. Dwayne Wall b. Representative Polly Thomas g. Rhonda Rogers c. Brian Champagne h. Stephanie Agee d. Charlene Menard i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Shanda Jones IV. Public Comments V. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from March 10, 2025, educational training meeting b. Review and approval of minutes from March 11, 2025, regular Meeting VI. Presentation by Investment Consultant, Mariner *** a. Review of 1st Quarter 2025 Portfolio Performance b. Review of April 2025 Portfolio Performance VII. Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report for 1st Quarter 2025 b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VI, VIII & IX are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at VI, will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at VIII, will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the system), and Full attendance at IX will provide credit for actuarial science credit. By policy of the RO …

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Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees May 28, 2025 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana on May 28, 2025. 1. Call to Order Ms. Menard called the meeting to order at 9:10 a.m. il. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Ms. Menard offered an invocation, and Mr. Champagne led the Pledge of Allegiance. Ill. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Ms. Charlene Menard, Mr. Dwayne Wall, Ms. Shanda Jones, Mr. Brian Champagne, Ms. Rhonda Rogers, Ms. Stephanie Agee, and Ms. Nicole Brown. Ms. Shanika Olinde arrived at 9:42 a.m. Senator Kirk Talbot and Representative Polly Thomas were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran and Ms. Sondra Bordelon (Actuary and Administrator, Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd); Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, Mariner); Ms. Cynthia Averette (representing Custodian of Assets, Hancock Whitney); Ms. Laura Gail Sullivan (Legal Counsel); and Mr. Steve Raborn (EBR ROV). IV. Public Comments There were no public comments. V. Review and Approval of Minutes Upon motion by Mr. Wall, seconded by Ms. Agee, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from March 10, 2025, education training board meeting as presented. Upon motion by Ms. Rogers, seconded by Mr. C …

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Tue May 27, 2025

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

ROVERS trustees to receive training on pension experience study, fiduciary duty, and tariffs

The Board of Trustees of the Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System will hold a special meeting focused entirely on trustee education. Presentations will cover the 2025 ROVERS Experience Study by the fund's actuary, fiduciary duty and system laws by the system's attorney, and 2025 investment markets with a discussion on tariffs by the investment consultant. The meeting is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on May 27, 2025, at the Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel.

Educational presentation on the 2025 ROVERS Experience Study by actuary Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd.
Educational presentation on fiduciary duty and laws of the system by attorney Laura Gail Sullivan
Educational presentation on 2025 investment markets and tariffs by investment consultant Mariner
Trustee training credit offered for attendance at agenda items V, VI, and VII under R.S. 11:185
Board reserves right to enter executive session for litigation or consultant competence discussions

✓ Decided: Board sets valuation interest rate at 6.25%

The Board of Trustees approved the recommended valuation interest rate for the retirement system. The meeting also included educational presentations on actuarial experience, fiduciary duty, and market trends.

Approved setting the valuation interest rate at 6.25% (Unanimous)

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Page 1 of 1 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Special Board of Trustees Meeting Educational Training 1:00 p.m., May 27, 2025 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. Nicole Brown f. Dwayne Wall b. Representative Polly Thomas g. Rhonda Rogers c. Brian Champagne h. Stephanie Agee d. Charlene Menard i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Shanda Jones IV. Public Comments V. 2025 ROVERS Experience Study - Educational presentation by the Fund’s Actuary, Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd. VI. Fiduciary Duty & Laws of the System-Educational presentation by the System’s Attorney, Laura Gail Sullivan VII. 2025 Investment Markets & Discussion on Tariffs-Educational presentation by Investment Consultant, Mariner VIII. Other Business IX. Adjourn ****“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items V, VI, and VII, are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at V, will provide actuarial science credit. Full attendance at VI will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the system.). Full attendance at VII will provide investment training credit. By policy of the ROVERS Board of Trustees, public comments are allowed on each agenda item after board discussion and prior to board …

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Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Minutes of the Special Educational Training Meeting of the Board of Trustees May 27, 2025 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on May 27, 2025. L Call to Order Ms. Menard called the meeting to order at 1:20 pm. ll. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mrs. Agee offered an invocation, and Mr. Champagne led the Pledge of Allegiance. IL. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mrs. Stephanie Agee, Mrs. Nicole Brown, Mr. Brian Champagne, Mrs. Shanda Jomes, Mrs. Charlene Menard, Mrs. Shanika Olinde, Mrs. Rhonda Rogers, and Mr. Dwyane Wall. Senator Kirk Talbot and Representative Polly Thomas were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran (Actuary, Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd); Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, Mariner); and Mrs. Laura Gail Sullivan (Legal Counsel). IV. Public Comments Ms. Sullivan thanked everyone for their support and prayers during the loss of her mother. Mr. Champagne arrived at 9:12 a.m. V. Presentation of the Actuarial Experience Study — Educational presentation by Greg Curran, Actuary Presentation counts for 1.5 hours of continuing education for actuarial science training as per R.S. 11:185 Mr. Curran discussed the ROVERS 2025 actuarial experience study, whi …

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Tue Mar 11, 2025

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ROVERS Board to review portfolio performance and employer rates

The ROVERS Board of Trustees will meet to review 2024 portfolio performance and discuss the employer rate for July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The agenda also includes updates on pending litigation and legislative sessions.

Review of 4th Quarter 2024 and January 2025 portfolio performance
Approval of Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review
Discussion regarding pending litigation including Branan vs. PPG, et al
Action related to setting the employer rate for July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026
Presentation of financials through December 31, 2024

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✓ Decided: Board sets employer contribution rate at 18% for 2025-2026

The Board of Trustees elected new leadership and approved the 2025-2026 employer contribution rate. Members also voted to oppose Senate Bill 7 in its current form and approved the 2025 actuarial equivalence assumptions.

Approved Ms. Charlene Menard as Chairman (Unanimous)
Approved Mrs. Shanika Olinde as Vice Chairman (Unanimous)
Approved December 12, 2024, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Approved Investment Performance Review for Q4 2024 (Unanimous)
Accepted Custodial and Members Supplemental Savings Reports (Unanimous)
Voted to oppose Senate Bill 7 in current form and designated a legislative team (6-0, 2 abstentions)
Adopted July 1, 2025, actuarial equivalence assumptions (Unanimous)
Set employer contribution rate at 18% for July 1, 2025 — June 30, 2026 (Unanimous)

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m., March 11, 2025 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. Nicole Brown f. Dwayne Wall b. Representative Polly Thomas g. Rhonda Rogers c. Brian Champagne h. Stephanie Agee d. Charlene Menard i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Shanda Jones IV. Public Comments V. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from December 12, 2024 VI. Presentation by Investment Consultant, Mariner (formerly-AndCo Consulting)*** a. Review of 4th Quarter 2024 Portfolio Performance b. Review of January 2025 Portfolio Performance VII. Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report for 4th Quarter 2024 b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VI, VIII & IX are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at VI, will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at VIII, will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the system), and Full attendance at IX will provide credit for actuarial science credit. By policy of the ROVERS Board of Trustees, public comments are allowed on each agen …

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Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees March 11, 2025 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana on March 11, 2025. k Call to Order Mr. Wall called the meeting to order at 9:10 a.m. ll. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Wall offered an invocation, and Mr. Champagne led the Pledge of Allegiance. uk Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Ms. Charlene Menard, Mr. Dwayne Wall, Mrs. Shanda Jones, Mr. Brian Champagne, Ms. Rhonda Rogers, Mrs. Stephanie Agee, Ms. Nicole Brown, and Senator Kirk Talbot. Ms. Shanika Olinde and Representative Polly Thomas were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran and Ms. Sondra Bordelon (Actuary and Administrator, Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd); Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, Mariner); Mrs. Cynthia Averette (representing Custodian of Assets, Hancock Whitney); and Mr. Joey David (House Retirement). IV. Public Comments There were no public comments. Upon motion by Ms. Rogers and seconded by Mrs. Agee, the Board voted unanimously to add to the agenda the election of 2025 Chairman and Vice Chairman. Mr. Wall opened nominations for Chairman of the Board. Upon motion by Mr. Champagne seconded by Mrs. Agee, Ms. Charlene Menard was nominated for Ch …

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Mon Mar 10, 2025

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ROVERS Board to elect 2025 chairman, hear actuarial presentation

The ROVERS Board of Trustees will elect a 2025 Board Chairman and Co-Chairman, and receive an educational presentation from the Fund's Actuary, Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd. The meeting also includes the administration of the oath of office, roll call, and public comments. Trustee training credit is available for the actuarial presentation.

Election of 2025 Board Chairman & Co-Chairman
Educational presentation by the Fund's Actuary, Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd.
Oath of office administered
Roll call of 10 trustees
Public comments allowed on each agenda item after board discussion, limited to three minutes per individual

✓ Decided: Board authorizes cost study for proposed Back-DROP retirement legislation

The Board authorized Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd. to conduct a cost study for a potential Back-DROP retirement option. The study will inform proposed 2026 legislation, with results expected by September 2025. The Board also deferred the election of its 2025 Chairman and Co-Chairman.

Authorized Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd. to proceed with Back-DROP cost study (Unanimous)
Deferred Election of 2025 Board Chairman & Co-Chairman to March 11, 2025 (Unanimous)
Decided that refunding employee contributions for Back-DROP will not be part of the cost study
Confirmed cost of study will be provided at the May meeting

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Page 1 of 1 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Special Board of Trustees Meeting Educational Training 11:30 a.m., March 10, 2025 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Oath of Office IV. Election of 2025 Board Chairman & Co-Chairman V. Roll Call a. Nicole Brown f. Dwayne Wall b. Representative Polly Thomas g. Rhonda Rogers c. Brian Champagne h. Stephanie Agee d. Charlene Menard i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Shanda Jones VI. Public Comments VII. Back Drop - Educational presentation by the Fund’s Actuary, Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd. VIII. Other Business IX. Adjourn ****“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that the Agenda Items VII, is designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at VII, will provide actuarial science credit. By policy of the ROVERS Board of Trustees, public comments are allowed on each agenda item after board discussion and prior to board vote with limitations of three minutes per individual on each item. The Board of Trustees hereby reserves its right to enter into Executive session for discussion of matters related to ongoing litigation, potential litigation, and/or to discuss the professional competence of consultants and/or staff.

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Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees March 10, 2025 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana on March 10, 2025. |. Call to Order Mr. Wall called the meeting to order at 11:49 a.m. Il. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Wall offered an invocation, and Ms. Menard led the Pledge of Allegiance. ll. Oath of Office _and_ IV. Election of 2025 Board Chairman & Co-Chairman Upon motion by Mr. Champagne and seconded by Ms. Menard, the Board voted unanimously to defer agenda items Ill. Oath of Office and IV. Election of 2025 Board Chairman and Co-Chairman until the regular meeting scheduled for the next day, Tuesday, March 11, 2025. V. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Ms. Charlene Menard, Mr. Dwayne Wall, Ms. Shanika Olinde, Ms. Shanda Jones, Mr. Brian Champagne, Ms. Nicole Brown, Ms. Rhonda Rogers, and Ms. Stephanie Agee. Representative Polly Thomas and Senator Kirk Talbot were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran and Ms. Sondra Bordelon (Actuary and Administrator, Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd); Mr. Steve Raborn (EBR ROV), and Ms. Joanne Reed (EBR Chief Deputy). Vi. Public Comments There were no public comments. VII. Back-DROP-Educational presentation by the …

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Thu Dec 12, 2024

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Board to review 2024 funding valuation and investment performance

The Board of Trustees will review actuarial funding reports and portfolio performance for the third and fourth quarters of 2024. The meeting includes reports from auditors and investment consultants, as well as a discussion on pending litigation in executive session.

2024 Funding Valuation Report and GASB Funding Report from Curran Actuarial Consulting, LTD.
3rd and 4th Quarter 2024 Portfolio Performance review by Mariner
2024 Auditor’s Report from Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan, & Maher, L.L.P.
Executive session regarding litigation including 'Branan vs. PPG, et al'
Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval

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✓ Decided: Board of Trustees meeting held on December 12, 2024

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m., December 12, 2024 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. Nicole Brown f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Polly Thomas g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Shanda Jones d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall IV. Public Comments V. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from September 25, 2024 VI. Report from Curran Actuarial Consulting, LTD. *** a. 2024 Funding Valuation Report b. 2024 GASB Funding Report c. Discussion related to MSSF June 30, 2024, Report d. Update on cost of Back-DROP study VII. Report from Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan, & Maher, L.L.P. a. 2024 Auditor’s Report b. Census Data AUP Report c. Statewide AUP Report VIII. Presentation by Investment Consultant, Mariner (formerly-AndCo Consulting)*** a. Review of 3rd Quarter 2024 Portfolio Performance b. Review of October 2024 Portfolio Performance c. Update IPS ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VI, VIII & X are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at VI, will provide actuarial science credit. Full attendance at VIII, will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at X will provide credit …

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Wed Sep 25, 2024

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

ROVERS board to review Q2 2024 portfolio, discuss pending litigation

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees will review second-quarter and August 2024 portfolio performance, hear a custodian report from Hancock Whitney, and discuss pending litigation in executive session. The board will also consider a scanning project budget update and set the next meeting date.

Review of 2nd Quarter 2024 Portfolio Performance by Mariner (formerly AndCo Consulting)
Custodian Report for 2nd Quarter 2024 and Members' Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review by Hancock Whitney
Discussion and action regarding pending litigation: Branan vs. PPG and Recreation and Park Commission v Sid J. Gautreaux, III
Discussion and action regarding scanning project & budget update
Update regarding ROVERS Board of Trustee Election

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✓ Decided: Board accepts investment and custodial reports for period ending June 30, 2024

The Board of Trustees accepted financial and investment reports showing a total market value of $136,698,990 as of June 30, 2024. The Board also approved minutes from June 2024 meetings and accepted reports from legal counsel and the system actuary.

Approved June 11, 2024, educational training board meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Approved June 12, 2024, board meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Accepted Mariner Investment Performance Review (Unanimous)
Accepted Hancock Whitney Custodial and Members Supplemental Savings Reports (Unanimous)
Accepted report from legal counsel Laura Gail Sullivan (Unanimous)
Accepted report from Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd. (Unanimous)
Accepted Director's report (Unanimous)

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m., September 25, 2024 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Oath of Office IV. Roll Call a. Amy Mathews f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Polly Thomas g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Daniel David d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall V. Public Comments VI. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from June 11, 2024, educational training meeting b. Review and approval of minutes from June 12, 2024, regular meeting VII. Presentation by Investment Consultant, Mariner (formerly-AndCo Consulting)*** a. Review of 2nd Quarter 2024 Portfolio Performance b. Review of August 2024 Portfolio Performance VIII. Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report for 2nd Quarter 2024 b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VII, IX & X are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at VII, will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at IX will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the system.). Full attendance at X will provide actuarial science c …

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1 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees September 25, 2024 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana on September 25, 2024. I. Call to Order Mr. Wall called the meeting to order at 9:07 a.m. II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Wall offered an invocation and Ms. Meyer led the Pledge of Allegiance. III. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Ms. Billie Meyer, Mrs. Joanne Reed, Mr. Dwayne Wall, Ms. Shanika Olinde, Mrs. Shanda Jones, Representative Polly Thomas, Mr. Brian Champagne, and Ms. Nicole Brown. Mrs. Charlene Menard and Senator Kirk Talbot were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Stephen Brouillette and Ms. Sondra Bordelon (Actuary and Administrator, Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd) ; Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, Mariner), Mrs. Cynthia Averette (representing Custodian of Assets, Hancock Whitney ); Mrs. Laura Gail Sullivan (Legal Counsel), Mr. Joey David (House Retirement), and Ms. Rhonda Rogers (ROV Terrebonne Parish). IV. Public Comments Ms. Sullivan acknowledged the challenging work of the Registrars and their staff and thanked them for their dedication and efforts, especially during this upcoming election season. Several board …

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Wed Jun 12, 2024

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

ROVERS board to set employer rate, consider COLA, and review investments

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially act on several key items, including setting the employer contribution rate for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and approving a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) effective July 1, 2024. The board will also review fourth-quarter 2023 portfolio performance and hear an update on the AndCo/Mariner acquisition. Additionally, the board will consider a special trustee election and receive legal updates on pending litigation.

Discussion and action on employer rate for July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
Discussion and action on January 1, 2024 COLA approval
Review of 4th Quarter 2023 portfolio performance by investment consultant AndCo Consulting
Discussion regarding AndCo/Mariner acquisition
Update on litigation in Recreation and Park Commission v Sid J. Gautreaux, III (Suit 725,439)

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2025 budget and shifts $5.9M in international equity investments

The Board approved the fiscal 2025 budget and renewed several professional service contracts. Key investment actions included liquidating the Virtus International Equity Fund to invest in MFS International Growth Funds and rebalancing $2.5 million in assets. The Board also hired legal counsel for specific pending litigation.

Approved fiscal 2025 budget (unanimous)
Approved 100% liquidation of Virtus International Equity Fund to invest in MFS International Growth Funds (unanimous)
Approved rebalancing $2.5 million from Fidelity Total Market Index Fund to Orleans Capital Domestic Fixed Income Fund (unanimous)
Approved three-year contract renewal with Mariner at $95,000 per year (unanimous)
Approved renewal of Curran Actuarial Consulting actuarial and administrative contracts for FY2025 (unanimous)
Adopted 6.25% valuation interest rate for 2024 valuation (unanimous)
Approved hiring Robert Tarcza for legal representation in Branan vs. PPG and associated cases (unanimous)
Approved one-year contract renewal for attorney Laura Gail Sullivan effective July 1, 2024 (unanimous)

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m., March 1, 2023 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Oath of Office IV. Roll Call a. Amy Mathews f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Polly Thomas g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall V. Public Comments VI. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from December 6, 2023 VII. Presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting a. Discussion regarding AndCo/Mariner Acquisition b. Review of 4th Quarter 2023 Portfolio Performance VIII. Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report for 4th Quarter 2023 b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VII, IX & X are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at VII, will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at IX will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the system.). Full attendance at X will provide actuarial science credit. By policy of the ROVERS Board of Trustees, public comments are allowed on each agenda item after board discussion an …

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Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees June 12, 2024 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana on June 12, 2024. I. Call to Order Mr. Wall called the meeting to order at 9:09 a.m. II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Wall offered an invocation and Mr. David led the Pledge of Allegiance, m. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mr. Brian Champagne, Mrs. Charlene Menard, Mrs. Joanne Reed, Mr. Dwayne Wall, Ms. Shanika Olinde, Mrs. Shanda Jones, and Ms. Nicole Brown. Ms. Billie Meyer, Representabve Polly Thomas, and Senator Kirk Talbot were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran and Ms. Sondra Bordelon (Actuary and Administrator, Curran Actuarial Consulbng, Ltd); Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, Mariner), Mrs. Cynthia Averette and Mr. Walker Reynolds (represenbng Custodian of Assets, Hancock Whitney); and Mrs. Laura Gail Sullivan (Legal Counsel), and Mr. Robert Tarcza (Attorney, Tarcza & Associates). IV. Public Comments There were no public comments. Review and Approval of Minutes Upon modon by Ms. Menard seconded by Mrs. Reed, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the March 1, 2024, board meeting as presented. VI. Discussion and action related to pending liti …

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Fri Mar 1, 2024

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

ROVERS board to set employer rate, approve COLA, discuss investments

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System board will discuss and act on setting the employer contribution rate for July 2024–June 2025 and approving a January 1, 2024 cost-of-living adjustment. They will also review fourth-quarter 2023 portfolio performance, hear updates on the AndCo/Mariner acquisition, and receive a legal report on 2024 legislative session and pending litigation.

Discussion and action on setting employer rate for July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
Discussion and action on approval of January 1, 2024 COLA
Review of 4th Quarter 2023 Portfolio Performance by AndCo Consulting
Discussion regarding AndCo/Mariner Acquisition
Update on litigation: Recreation and Park Commission v Sid J. Gautreaux, III (Suit 725,439)

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✓ Decided: Board approves cost-of-living adjustments and sets 18% employer contribution rate

The Board approved a 3% COLA for retirees of at least two years and a 2% supplemental COLA for retirees age 65 and older, effective July 1, 2024. The employer contribution rate was set at 18% for the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, the Board voted to oppose SB 5 in its current form.

Set employer contribution rate at 18% for July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025 (unanimous)
Approved 3% COLA for retirees of 2+ years and 2% supplemental COLA for retirees 65+ of 1+ year, effective July 1, 2024 (unanimous)
Voted to oppose SB 5 by Representative Miguez in its current form (unanimous)
Authorized Director to sign consent form changing investment contract from AndCo Consulting to Mariner Institutional (unanimous)
Approved liquidation of Virtus International Equity Fund to move proceeds to international index fund (unanimous)
Approved actuarial assumptions as presented by Curran Actuarial Consulting (unanimous)
Called for a special election to fill Ms. Meyer's expired term, effective January 1, 2025 (unanimous)
Scheduled Special Education Meeting for June 11, 2024 (unanimous)

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Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees March 1, 2024 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana on March 1, 2024. L Call to Order Mr. Wall called the meeting to order at 9:11 a.m. ]]. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Champagne offered an invocation and Ms. Menard led the Pledge of Allegiance. Ml. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mr. Brian Champagne, Mrs. Charlene Menard, Ms. Billie Meyer, Mrs. Joanne Reed, Mr. Dwayne Wall, Representative Polly Thomas, and Ms. Nicole Brown. Ms. Shanika Olinde, Mrs. Shanda Jones, and Senator Kirk Talbot were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran, Actuary, Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd; Mr. Jon Breth, AndCo Consulting, Mrs. Cynthia Averette and Mr. Walker Reynolds (representing Custodian of Assets, Hancock Whitney); and Mrs. Laura Gail Sullivan (Legal Counsel). IV. Public Comments There were no public comments. Review and Approval of Minutes Upon mobon by Ms. Meyer seconded by Mr. Champagne, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the December 6, 2023, board meeting as presented. VI. Presentation by Investment Consultant. AndCo Consulting Presentation counts for 1 hour of continuing education for investment training as per R …

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Wed Dec 6, 2023

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ROVERS board to review 2023 audit, Q3 portfolio, and funding valuation

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees will meet to review the 2023 auditor's report, third-quarter 2023 portfolio performance, and the 2023 funding valuation report. The board will also discuss updates on the 2024 legislative session and ongoing litigation.

Review and approval of minutes from September 10, 2023
2023 Auditor's Report from Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan, & Maher, L.L.P.
Review of 3rd Quarter 2023 Portfolio Performance by AndCo Consulting
2023 Funding Valuation Report from Curran Actuarial Consulting
Discussion regarding changes to direct deposit procedure for monthly benefits

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Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 3:45 p.m., September 10, 2023 Roosevelt Hotel-Napoleon Room 130 Roosevelt Way New Orleans, Louisiana 70112 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. _ Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. Amy Mathews f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall IV. Public Comments V. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from June 5, 2023 VI. Presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting*** a. Review of 2nd Quarter 2023 Portfolio Performance b. Discussion and action relation to updated Investment Policy Statement (IPS) VII. Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report for 2nd Quarter 2023 b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval *** “Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VI, VIII, and IX are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at VI, will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at VIL will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the system.). Full attendance at IX will provide actuarial science credit. By policy of the ROVERS Board of Trustees, public comments are allowed on each agenda item after board discussion and prior to board vote with limitations of thre …

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Sun Sep 10, 2023

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

ROVERS Board to review investment performance and supplemental savings fund

The Board of Trustees will review the second quarter 2023 portfolio performance and discuss updates to the Investment Policy Statement. The meeting also includes a review of the Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund performance.

Review of 2nd Quarter 2023 Portfolio Performance
Discussion and action regarding updated Investment Policy Statement (IPS)
Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval
Update related to System’s Attorney’s Contract
Presentation of financials through June 30, 2023

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Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 3:45 p.m., September 10, 2023 Roosevelt Hotel-Napoleon Room 130 Roosevelt Way New Orleans, Louisiana 70112 AGENDA 1. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. Amy Mathews f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall IV. Public Comments V. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from June 5, 2023 VI. Presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting*** a. Review of 2nd Quarter 2023 Portfolio Performance b. Discussion and action relation to updated Investment Policy Statement (IPS) VII. Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report for 2nd Quarter 2023 b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval *** “Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VI, VIII, and IX are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at VI, will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at VIII will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the system.). Full attendance at IX will provide actuarial Science credit. By policy of the ROVERS Board of Trustees, public comments are allowed on each agenda item after board discussion and prior to board vote with limitations of three …

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Mon Jun 5, 2023

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Board to discuss resignation of attorney Akers & Wisbar and search for new general counsel

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and act on the resignation of its attorney, Akers & Wisbar, and the search for a new general counsel. They will also review first quarter 2023 portfolio performance, consider the proposed FY2024 budget, and discuss renewal of actuarial and administrative contracts. Public comments are allowed on each agenda item.

Oath of office for Brian Champagne
Review of 1st Quarter 2023 portfolio performance by AndCo Consulting
Discussion and action on resignation of Akers & Wisbar and search for general counsel
Discussion and action on proposed FY2024 budget
Discussion and action on renewal of actuarial contract with Curran Actuarial Consulting

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Il. Il. IV. VIL. VIII. IX. ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VII, X, and XI are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at VII, will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at X will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the system.). Full attendance at XI will provide actuarial science credit. By policy of the ROVERS Board of Trustees, public comments are allowed on each agenda item after board discussion and prior to board vote with limitations of three minutes per individual on each item. The Board of Trustees hereby reserves its right to enter into Executive session for discussion of matters related to ongoing litigation, potential litigation, and/or to discuss the professional competence of consultants and/or staff. Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 1:30 p.m., June 5, 2023 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA Call to Order Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Oath of Office for Brian Champagne Roll Call a. John Broussard f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall Public Comments Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from February 13, 2023 Presentation by …

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Mon Feb 13, 2023

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Board to set employer contribution rate and actuarial assumptions for next fiscal year

The ROVERS Board of Trustees will set the employer contribution rate for July 2023–June 2024 and discuss actuarial equivalence assumptions. They will also hear updates on investment performance, contract negotiations with Barrow Hanley, and ongoing litigation. The meeting includes election of the 2023 board chairman and approval of prior minutes.

Election of 2023 Board Chairman & Co-Chairman
Review of 4th Quarter 2022 portfolio performance by AndCo Consulting
Update on Barrow Hanley contract negotiations and funding
Litigation update: BREC vs. Sheriff of East Baton Rouge Parish (Suit No. 725,439)
Discussion and action on setting employer rate for July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024

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I. Il. Iv. Vi. VIL. VIII. IX. *** “Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VIII, X, and XI are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S, 11:185., Full attendance at VU, will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at X will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rules, Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 1:00p.m., February 13, 2023 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA Call to Order Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Oath of Office for Brian Champagne Election of 2023 Board Chairman & Co-Chairman Roll Call a. John Broussard f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall Public Comments Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from November 15, 2022, & December 12, 2022, special meeting Presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting*** a. Review of 4th Quarter 2022 Portfolio Performance b. Performance Update for January 2023 c. Update on Barrow Hanley Funding Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report for 4th Quarter 2022 b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval and regulations applicable to the system.). Full attendance at XI will provide actuarial science credit. By policy of the ROV …

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Mon Dec 12, 2022

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

ROVERS board to discuss litigation in executive session

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees is meeting to hear an attorney's presentation on pending litigation and will then enter executive session to discuss the matter. Public comments are allowed on each agenda item before board votes.

Presentation by attorney Denise Akers on litigation in Recreation and Park Commission for East Baton Rouge v. Sid J. Gautreaux, III (suit 725,439)
Board reserves right to enter executive session for litigation and personnel discussions
Public comments permitted on each agenda item prior to board vote

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✓ Decided: Board hires outside attorneys for litigation

The Board of Trustees voted unanimously to hire outside attorneys Bob Klausner and Bob Tarcza to work with attorney Denise Akers. This legal team will represent the system in the litigation of Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge v Sid J Gautreaux, III.

Voted unanimously to enter executive session at 2:03 p.m.
Voted unanimously to exit executive session at 2:22 p.m.
Voted unanimously to hire attorneys Bob Klausner and Bob Tarcza at an hourly fee of $350.00 (divided by all represented systems)
Authorized Director Kathy Bourque and Attorney Denise Akers to make decisions and give permission to counsel regarding the litigation

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Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Special Board of Trustees Meeting 2:00 p.m. December 12, 2022 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, LA 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. John Broussard f. Shanika Olinde b. Brian Champagne g. Joanne Reed c. Representative Michael Firment h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Charlene Menard j. Dwayne Wall IV. Public Comments V. Presentation by Attorney Denise Akers, regarding litigation of the Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge v Sid J. Gautreaux, III, in his capacity as Sheriff of East Baton Rouge Parish,” filed at Suit number 725,439, Div. 21 of the 19 th Judicial District Court. Scheduled to go into Executive Session Under the Provisions of R.S. 42:17(A)(2). VI. Other Business VII. Adjourn By policy of the ROVERS Board of Trustees, public comments are allowed on each agenda item after board discussion and prior to board vote with limitations of three minutes per individual on each item. The Board of Trustees hereby reserves its right to enter into Executive Session for discussion of matters related to ongoing litigation, potential litigation, and/or to discuss the professional competence of consultants and/or staff.

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Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees December 12, 2022 The special meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, located at 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on December 12, 2022. L Call to Order Mr. Wall called the meeting to order at 2:00'p.m. ll. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mrs. Joanne Reed offered an invocation and Ms. Charlene Menard led the Pledge of Allegiance. ll. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mr. John Broussard, Mr. Brian Champagne, Ms. Charlene Menard, Mrs. Shanika Olinde, Mrs. Joanne Reed, Mr. Joe Salter, Mr. Dwayne Wall. Representative Michael Firment, Ms. Billie Meyer, and Senator Kirk Talbot were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran (representing Actuary and Administrator, Curran Actuarial Consulting Ltd); Mrs. Denise Akers (Legal Counsel), Mr. Kenny Herbold (LLA). IV. Public Comments There were no public comments. V. Presentation by Attorney Denise Akers Upon motion by Mrs. Olinde seconded by Mr. Champagne, the Board voted unanimously to go into executive session at 2:03 p.m. to discuss ongoing litigation filed by Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge v Sid J Gautreaux, Ill, in his capacity as Sheriff of East Baton Rouge Parish, filed at Suit nu …

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Tue Nov 15, 2022

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

ROVERS board to review 3rd quarter investment performance and consider updated policy

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees will meet to review the 2022 auditor's report, discuss and act on an updated Investment Policy Statement, and hear presentations from investment consultants. The board will also consider adopting a policy for approving Option 4 benefits and review the 2022 funding valuation report.

Review of 3rd Quarter 2022 Portfolio Performance by AndCo Consulting
Discussion and action related to updated Investment Policy Statement
Discussion and action related to adopting a policy for approving Option 4 benefits
2022 Funding Valuation Report from Curran Actuarial Consulting
Announcement of Board Election Results

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✓ Decided: Board hires Barrow Hanley Global Investors for $5.5M small cap equity management

The Board approved a new investment manager for small cap equity and updated the system's Investment Policy Statement. Trustees also adopted a pre-approved Option 4 policy and established a general timeline for benefit applications. The Board accepted the 2022 financial audit and actuarial valuation reports.

Hired Barrow Hanley Global Investors to manage approx. 5% or $5.5M in small cap equity (Unanimous)
Approved updated Investment Policy Statement dated November 15, 2022 (Unanimous)
Approved Pre-Approved Option 4 Policy for beneficiary payments (Unanimous)
Approved General Timeline for Applications for retirement and survivor benefits (Unanimous)
Accepted Auditor's report from Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan and Maher, L.L.P. (Unanimous)
Accepted Actuarial Valuation Report as of June 30, 2022 (Unanimous)
Approved Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire (Unanimous)
Tabled legislation to limit Option 2 and Option 3 to spouses until 2024 session

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m., November 15, 2022 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. John Broussard f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall IV. Public Comments V. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from August 16, 2022 VI. Report from Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan, & Maher, L.L.P. a. 2022 Auditor’s Report b. Census Data AUP Report c. Statewide AUP Report VII. Presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting*** a. Review of 3rd Quarter 2022 Portfolio Performance b. Discussion and action related to updated Investment Policy Statement c. Barrow Hanley and Victory Integrity Small Cap Value Presentations VIII. Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report for 3rd Quarter 2022 b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VII, IX, and X are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at VII, will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at IX will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rule …

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Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees November 15, 2022 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, located at 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on November 15, 2022. |. Call to Order Mr. Wall called the meeting to order at 9:12 a.m. Il. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Joe Salter offered an invocation and Mrs. Joanne Reed led the Pledge of Allegiance. lll. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mr. John Broussard, Mr. Brian Champagne, Mrs. Shanika Olinde, Mrs. Joanne Reed, Mr. Joe Salter, Senator Kirk Talbot, Mr. Dwayne Wall. Representative Michael Firment, Ms. Billie Meyer, and Ms. Charlene Menard, were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran and Ms. Sondra Bordelon (representing Actuary and Administrator, Curran Actuarial Consulting, Ltd); Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting); Mrs. Denise Akers (Legal Counsel), Mrs. Cynthia Averette and Mr. Walker Reynolds (representing Custodian of Assets, Hancock Whitney), Ms. Alana Perrin (Senate Attorney), Mr. Kenny Herbold (representing Actuary for Louisiana Legislative Auditor), Mrs. Michelle Cunningham (representing Auditor, Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan & Maher,LLP), Mr. Joey David, (House Retirement) and Mr. John Moreau (Retiree). IV. Public Com …

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Tue Aug 16, 2022

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

ROVERS board to review Q2 2022 portfolio, adopt policies

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System board will review second-quarter 2022 investment performance, hear a legislative update, and consider adopting a policy for Option 4 benefits and clarifying the effective date of retirement applications. The board will also discuss approving a harassment policy and setting the valuation interest rate for fiscal 2022.

Review of 2nd Quarter 2022 Portfolio Performance and July 2022 Market Update
Discussion and action on adopting a policy for approving Option 4 benefits
Discussion and action on clarifying policy for effective date of retirement applications
Discussion and action on approval of the valuation interest rate for Fiscal 2022 valuation
Discussion and action on approval of a Harassment Policy

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✓ Decided: Board hires Dimensional Fund Advisors as International Mutual Fund Manager

The Board approved a new international investment manager and maintained the system's valuation interest rate at 6.25%. Members also adopted a new harassment policy and requested new administrative rules for retirement applications.

Hired Dimensional Fund Advisors as International Mutual Fund Manager (Unanimous)
Voted to interview Barrow Hanley Global Investors and Victory Integrity Small/Mid-Cap Value R6 at next meeting (Unanimous)
Maintained valuation interest rate at 6.25% (Unanimous)
Adopted Harassment Policy effective July 1, 2022 (Unanimous)
Requested Administrative Rule for retirement application deadlines (Unanimous)
Requested policy regarding Option 4 for future review (Unanimous)
Approved May 23 and May 24, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Approved Custodial and Member Supplemental Savings reports (Unanimous)

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m., August 16, 2022 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. John Broussard f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall IV. Public Comments V. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from May 23, 2022 & May 24, 2022 VI. Presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting*** a. Review of 2nd Quarter 2022 Portfolio Performance i. July 2022 Market Update b. Review of U.S. Small Cap Options c. Review of International Value Options d. Review and Approval of Update Investment Policy Statement (IPS) VII. Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval VIII. Report from the System’s Attorney, Akers & Wisbar*** a. Update regarding 2022 Legislative Session b. Discussion and action related to adopting a policy for approving Option 4 benefits c. Discussion and action related to clarifying policy for effective date of all retirement applications ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VI, VIII, and IX are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R …

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Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees August 16, 2022 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, located at 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on August 16, 2022. Call to Order Mr. Wall called the meeting to order at 9:09 a.m. IL Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Champagne offered an invocation and Ms. Joanne Reed led the Pledge of Allegiance. III. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mr. John Broussard, Mr. Brian Champagne, Ms. Billie Meyer, Mrs. Shanika Olinde, Ms. Charlene Menard, Mrs. Joanne Reed, Mr. Dwayne Wall. Senator Kirk Talbot, Representative Michael Firment and Mr. Joe Salter was absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque {System Director); Mr. Greg Curran & Ms. Sondra Bordelon (representing Actuary and Administrator, Curran Actuarial Consulting); Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting); Mrs. Denise Akers (Legal Counsel); Mrs. Cynthia Averette and Mr. Walker Reynolds (representing the Custodian of Assets, Hancock Whitney); Mr. Joey David (House Retirement). IV. Public Comments There were no public comments. Review and Approval of the MinutesV. Upon motion by Mrs. Reed seconded by Ms. Meyer, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the May 23, 2022 and May 24, 2022 board meetings as presented. Presentation b …

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Tue May 24, 2022

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Registrar of Voters Retirement Board to discuss FY2023 budget and Option 4 benefits

The board will review first-quarter 2022 portfolio performance and hear a report from the system's attorney on the 2022 legislative session. They will discuss and take action on adopting a policy for approving Option 4 benefits, the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023, and the renewal of actuarial and administrative contracts. A decision is also expected on Sandra Wilson's Option 4 retirement and conversion of state leave.

Review of 1st Quarter 2022 Portfolio Performance
Discussion and action on adopting a policy for approving Option 4 benefits
Discussion and action on proposed budget for fiscal year 2023
Discussion and action on Sandra Wilson's Option 4 retirement
Discussion and action on renewal of actuarial and administrative contracts

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2023 operating budget and renews actuarial contracts

The Board of Trustees approved the proposed 2023 operating budget and renewed administrative and actuarial contracts with G.S. Curran & Company. Members also approved financial reports from Hancock Whitney and AndCo Consulting. The Board directed staff to develop a new policy regarding Option 4 retirement benefits for non-spouses.

Approved 2023 Proposed Operating Budget (unanimous)
Approved renewal of G.S. Curran & Company actuarial and administrative contracts for FY 2023 (unanimous)
Approved Custodial and Member Supplemental Savings reports from Hancock Whitney (unanimous)
Accepted investment performance reports from AndCo Consulting (unanimous)
Voted to create a policy regarding Option 4 retirement benefits for board review (unanimous)
Approved health insurance reimbursement of 50% up to $200/month for employee Danielle Ball (unanimous)
Approved Sandra Wilson's selection of Option 4 for DROP (unanimous)
Approved minutes from March 9, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m., May 24, 2022 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. John Broussard f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall IV. Public Comments V. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from March 9, 2022 VI. Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval VII. Presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting*** a. Review of 1st Quarter 2022 Portfolio Performance b. April 2022 Performance Update VIII. Report from the System’s Attorney, Akers & Wisbar*** a. Discussion and action related to Legislative Session for 2022 b. Discussion and action related to adopting a policy for approving Option 4 benefits ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VII, VIII, and X are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. F ull attendance at V II, will provide investment training credit . Full attendance at VIII will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rul es, and regulations applicable to the system.). Full attenda …

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Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees May 24, 2022 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, located at 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on May 24, 2022. I. Call to Order Mr. Wall called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. IL Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mrs. Joanne Reed offered an invocation and Mr. Brian Champagne led the Pledge of Allegiance, m. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mr. John Broussard, Mr. Brian Champagne, Ms. Billie Meyer, Ms. Shanika Olinde, Ms. Charlene Menard, Mrs. Joanne Reed, Senator Kirk Talbot, Mr. Dwayne Wall. Representative Michael Firment and Mr. Joe Salter was absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. GregCurran & Ms. Sondra Bordelon (representing Actuary and Administrator, G.S. Curran & Company, Ltd); Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting); Mrs. Denise Akers (Legal Counsel); Mrs. Cynthia Averette and Mr. Walker Reynolds (representing the Custodian of Assets, Hancock Whitney); Mr. Joey David (House Retirement). IV. Public Comments There were no public comments. V. Review and Approval of the Minutes Upon motion by Ms. Meyer seconded by Mrs. Reed, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the March 9, 2022 board meeting as presented. VI. Presentation by Hancock Whi …

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Mon May 23, 2022

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Trustee training session, no decisions or votes

This is a special board meeting dedicated entirely to educational training for trustees. The agenda includes presentations on inflation and investing, system laws, asset smoothing methodology, and system rules. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for trustee training credit only.

Inflation and Investing - educational presentation by AndCo Consulting
Laws of the System - educational presentation by Akers & Wisbar
Asset Smoothing Methodology - educational presentation by G. S. Curran & Company
Rules of the System - educational presentation by Director Kathy Bourque

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✓ Decided: Board of Trustees holds special educational training meeting

The Board of Trustees conducted a special meeting focused on educational presentations. No substantive policy decisions or financial approvals were made during the session.

Adjourned meeting at 5:35 pm

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Page 1 of 1 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Special Board of Trustees Meeting Educational Training 1:00 p.m., May 23, 2022 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. John Broussard f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall IV. Public Comments V. Inflation and Investing - Educational presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting VI. Laws of the System - Educational presentation by the System’s Attorney, Akers & Wisbar VII. Asset Smoothing Methodology, “What has it done for us?” - Educational presentation by the Fund’s Actuary, G. S. Curran & Company VIII. Rules of the System – Educational presentation by the System’s Director, Kathy Bourque IX. Other Business X. Adjourn ****“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items V, VI, VII, and VIII are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at V, will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at VI and VIII will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the system.). Full attendance at VII will provide actuarial science credit. By policy of the ROVERS Board of Tru …

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Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System Minutes of the Special Educational Training Meeting of the Board of Trustees May 23, 2022 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, located at 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on May 23, 2022. L Call to Order Mr. Wall called the meeting to order at 1:20 p.m. M. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Dwayne Wall offered an invocation and Mr. Brian Champagne led the Pledge of Allegiance, m. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mr. Brian Champagne, Ms. Billie Meyer, Ms. Shanika Olinde, Ms. Charlene Menard, Mrs. Joanne Reed, Mr. Dwayne Wall. Mr. John Broussard, Representative Michael Firment, Mr. Joe Salter and Senator Kirk Talbot was absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran (representing Actuary and Administrator, G.S. Curran & Company, Ltd); Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting); Mrs. Denise Akers (Legal Counsel). IV. Public Comments There were no public comments. y. Inflating and Investing - Educational presentation bv Jon Breth. Investment Consultant Presentation counts for 1 hour of continuing education for investment training as per R.S. 11:185 Mr. Breth made a presentation regarding Inflating and Investing in the Markets. Mr. Breth's presentation included: Understanding what inflation was and the various …

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Wed Mar 9, 2022

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Board to set employer contribution rate for 2022-2023 fiscal year

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees will meet to elect officers, administer oaths, and review investment performance. Key decisions include setting the employer contribution rate for the upcoming fiscal year and approving actuarial equivalence assumptions. The board will also discuss a proposed legislative session, budget updates for cyber security insurance, and a retirement option for an employee.

Election of 2022 Board Chairman & Co-Chairman
Review of 4th Quarter 2021 Portfolio Performance and January 2022 Update
Discussion and action on setting employer rate for July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023
Discussion and action on Actuarial Equivalence Assumptions effective July 1, 2022
Discussion and action on budget updates for cyber security insurance

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✓ Decided: Board sets 18% employer contribution rate and opposes HB 25

The Board of Trustees approved the employer contribution rate for the 2022-2023 fiscal year and voted to oppose HB 25. Other actions included electing new leadership, updating actuarial assumptions, and amending the budget for cyber insurance.

Elected Dwayne Wall as Chairman and Joanne Reed as Vice Chairman (Unanimous)
Voted to oppose HB 25 regarding investments in companies that boycott energy companies (Unanimous)
Set employer contribution rate at 18% for July 2022-June 2023 (Unanimous)
Approved updated option factors and actuarial equivalence assumptions effective July 1, 2022 (Unanimous)
Amended budget to increase Cyber Insurance by $5,200.00 (Unanimous)
Approved Juanita Powell's Option 4 selection naming her son as beneficiary (Unanimous)
Approved Custodial Report and Member Supplemental Savings Report (Unanimous)
Scheduled special education meeting for May 23, 2022, and regular meeting for May 24, 2022 (Unanimous)

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m., March 9, 2022 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Oath of Office for Charlene Menard and Dwayne Wall IV. Election of 2022 Board Chairman & Co-Chairman V. Roll Call a. John Broussard f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall VI. Public Comments VII. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from December 7, 2021 VIII. Presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting*** a. Review of 4th Quarter 2021 Portfolio Performance b. January 2022 Performance Update IX. Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval X. Report from the System’s Attorney, Akers & Wisbar*** a. Discussion and action related Proposed Legislative Session for 2022 ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VIII, X, and XI are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at V III, will provide investment training credit . Full attendance at X will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rul es, and regulations applicabl …

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Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees March 9, 2022 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, located at 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on March 9, 2022. I. Call to Order Ms. Menard called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. M. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mrs. Joanne Reed offered an invocation and Mr. Brian Champagne led the Pledge of Allegiance. III. Oath of Office Mrs. Rebecca WIsbar administered the oath of office for Mrs. Charlene Menard and Mr. Dwayne Wall as new Board of Trustees for ROVERS. The Board congratulated both new board members. Upon motion by Mr. Champagne seconded by Mrs. Olinde, the board voted unanimously to move item V Roll Call up on the agenda. V. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mr. John Broussard, Mr. Brian Champagne, Ms. Billie Meyer, Ms. Shanika Olinde, Ms. Charlene Menard, Mrs. Joanne Reed, Senator Kirk Talbot, Mr. Dwayne Wall. Representative Michael Firment and Mr. Joe Salter was absent. A quorum was present. Others present Included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran & Ms. Sondra Bordelon (representing Actuary and Administrator, G.S. Curran & Company, Ltd); Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting); Mrs. Denise Akers (Legal Counsel); Mrs. Cynthia Averette and Mr. Walker Reynolds (representing the Custodian of …

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Tue Dec 7, 2021

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Board to review 2021 funding valuation and discuss 2022 legislative session

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees will meet to review the 2021 funding valuation report, discuss the proposed 2022 legislative session, and consider updates to employee leave policy and performance review forms. The board will also review third-quarter 2021 portfolio performance and the Members' Supplemental Savings Fund.

2021 Funding Valuation Report
Discussion and action on proposed 2022 legislative session
Review of 3rd Quarter 2021 Portfolio Performance
Discussion on rehired retiree benefit offset
Members' Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval

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✓ Decided: Board approves $1,864.30 benefit recoupment for rehired retiree

The Board decided to recoup an overpayment from retiree Christopher Rousselle via two monthly benefit reductions. Other actions included approving the 2021 actuarial valuation report and opting into legislation to remove the system from the reverse transfer option.

Approved recoupment of $1,864.30 from Christopher Rousselle via two monthly reductions of $932.15 (Unanimous)
Approved interpretation of statute 11:2078 B (1) regarding pro rata reductions for rehired members (Unanimous)
Approved the ROVERS Leave Policy for employees (Unanimous)
Approved opting into legislation to be removed from the reverse transfer option (Unanimous)
Approved the actuarial valuation report as of June 30, 2021 (Unanimous)
Accepted the financial statement and compliance audit report from Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan, & Maher, LLP (Unanimous)
Accepted investment reports from AndCo Consulting (Unanimous)
Tabled the Annual Director and Employee Performance Review Form until job duties lists are created (Unanimous)

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m., December 7, 2021 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. John Broussard f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall IV. Public Comments V. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from September 14, 2021 VI. Report from Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan, & Maher, L.L.P. a. 2021 Auditor’s Report b. Census Data AUP Report VII. Presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting*** a. Review of 3rd Quarter 2021 Portfolio Performance b. October 2021 Performance Update c. Update on Driehaus Capital Management funding VIII. Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval IX. Report from the System’s Attorney, Akers & Wisbar*** a. Discussion and action related Proposed Legislative Session for 2022 b. Discussion and action related to ROVERS Annual Director and Employee Performance Review Form c. Discussion and action related to ROVERS leave policy for employees ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VII, IX, and X are designed to provide trustee training …

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gee E] ley Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System x 4H Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees AR 22 2022 * December 7, 2021 SE 4 O S The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System arts at the Renaissance Hotel, located at 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on September 14, 2021. |. Call to Order Ms. Menard called the meeting to order at 9:07 a.m. ll. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Ms. Shanika Olinde offered an invocation, and Mr. Dwayne Wall led the Pledge of Allegiance. tt. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mr. John Broussard, Ms. Billie Meyer, Ms. Shanika Olinde, Ms. Charlene Menard, Ms. Joanne Reed, Mr. Joe Salter, Senator Kirk Talbot, Mr. Brian Champagne, and Mr. Dwayne Wall. Representative Michael Firman was absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran & Ms. Sondra Bordelon (representing Actuary and Administrator, G. S. Curran & Company, Ltd); Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting); Mrs. Denise Akers (Legal Counsel); Mrs. Cynthia Averette and Mr. Walker Reynolds (representing the Custodian of Assets, Hancock Whitney); Ms. Michelle Cunningham and Mr. Garrett Orgeron (representing Auditor, Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan, & Maher, LLP); ( representing Mr. Joey David (House Retirement); Mr. Kenny Herbold (representing Actuary from Louisiana Legislative Auditor); Mr. Chr …

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Tue Sep 14, 2021

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Board to review Q2 2021 portfolio performance and employee policy changes

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees will review second-quarter 2021 investment performance and hear presentations from Victory Capital and Driehaus International Small Cap. The board will also discuss and take action on employee performance review forms, leave policy, health insurance policy, and an updated contract. Additionally, they will consider approval of the valuation interest rate for fiscal 2021 and review financials through June 30, 2021, along with results of the board election.

Review of 2nd Quarter 2021 Portfolio Performance
Victory Capital and Driehaus International Small Cap presentations
Discussion and action on ROVERS Annual Director and Employee Performance Review Form
Discussion and action on ROVERS leave policy for employees
Approval of valuation interest rate to be used in Fiscal 2021 valuation

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✓ Decided: Board hires Driehaus Capital to manage $6M in international small cap equities

The Board approved a new investment manager for international small cap equities and lowered the valuation interest rate. They also updated bank account authorizations and tabled two personnel policy items.

Hired Driehaus Capital to manage approximately $6 million in international small cap equities (Unanimous)
Lowered valuation interest rate from 6.4% to 6.25% (Unanimous)
Added Chairwoman Charlene Menard as an authorized signer on the Hancock Whitney Trust Account (Unanimous)
Approved standing order for routine vendor payments at Hancock Whitney to bypass call backs (Unanimous)
Approved minutes from June 8 and June 9, 2021 meetings (Unanimous)
Tabled Annual Director and Employee Performance Review Form and employee leave policy (Unanimous)
Accepted investment, custodian, and director reports (Unanimous)

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 1:00 p.m., September 14, 2021 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. John Broussard f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall IV. Public Comments V. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from June 8, 2021 & June 9, 2021 VI. Presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting*** a. Review of 2nd Quarter 2021 Portfolio Performance b. July 2021 Performance Update c. Victory Capital and Driehaus International Small Cap Presentations VII. Report from the System’s Attorney, Akers & Wisbar*** a. Update on Pending Legislation b. Discussion and action related to ROVERS Annual Director and Employee Performance Review Form c. Discussion and action related to ROVERS leave policy for employees d. Discussion and action related to ROVERS health insurance policy for employees e. Discussion and action related to updated contract VIII. Report from G. S. Curran & Company a. Discussion and action related to approval of the valuation interest rate to be used in Fiscal 2021 valuation ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items VI, VII, and VIII are …

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Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees September 14, 2021 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, located at 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on September 14,2021. I. Call to Order Ms. Menard called the meeting to order at 1:04 p.m. II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mrs. Joanne Reed offered an invocation, and Mr. Joe Salter led the Pledge of Allegiance. III. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque called the roll. Board members present: Mr. John Broussard, Ms. Billie Meyer, Mrs. Shanika Olinde, Ms. Charlene Menard, Mrs. Joanne Reed, Mr. Joe Salter, Senator Kirk Talbot. Representative Michael Firman, Mr. Brian Champagne, and Mr. Dwayne Wall were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Mr. Greg Curran & Ms. Sondra Bordelon (representing Actuary and Administrator, G. S. Curran & Company, Ltd); Mr. Jon Breth (Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting); Mrs. Rebecca Wisbar (Legal Counsel); Mrs. Cynthia Averette (representing the Custodian of Assets, Hancock Whitney);Mr. Joey David (House Retirement); Mr. Marko Komarynsky (Trivalent Investments, Victory Capital Investment Franchise); Mr. David McElroy (Driehaus Capital Management). IV. Public Comments Ms. Menard read a statement from Mr. Brian Champagne, which requested to postpone the September 14, 2021, Board of Trustees …

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Wed Jun 9, 2021

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Board to review Q1 2021 portfolio performance and potential international small cap managers

The Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees will meet to review first-quarter 2021 investment performance and discuss adding international small cap managers. The board will also consider renewing the administrative and actuarial contracts, setting the fiscal year 2022 budget, and approving a new hourly rate for the system's attorney.

Review of 1st Quarter 2021 Portfolio Performance and April 2021 update
Discussion of potential investment managers in international small cap
Action on renewal of actuarial and administrative contracts
Discussion and action on proposed budget for fiscal year 2022
Action on new hourly rate for Akers & Wisbar and ratification of non-owned vehicle coverage

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✓ Decided: Board approves fiscal 2022 budget and rebalances $5M in investment portfolio

The Board approved the fiscal 2022 budget, including a salary increase for the Director and the hiring of a full-time assistant. Trustees authorized a $5 million portfolio rebalance and renewed actuarial and administrative contracts. The Board also approved updated actuarial equivalence assumptions effective July 1, 2021.

Approved rebalancing $5M by moving $3M from Eagle Capital to Orleans Capital and $2M from Fidelity Total Market Index to PIMCO Diversified Fund
Approved fiscal 2022 budget
Approved Director's salary increase from $75,000 to $80,000 effective July 1, 2021
Approved renewal of actuarial and administrative contracts for fiscal year 2022
Approved option factors and actuarial equivalence assumptions effective July 1, 2021
Approved hourly rate increase for Akers & Wisbar to $250 per hour effective January 1, 2022
Ratified addition of non-owned vehicle coverage to general liability insurance
Authorized creation of a leave policy including annual performance evaluations

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Page 1 of 2 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Regular Board of Trustees Meeting 9:00 a.m., June 9, 2021 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. John Broussard f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall IV. Public Comments V. Review and Approval of Minutes a. Review and approval of minutes from March 3, 2021 VI. Presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting*** a. Review of 1st Quarter 2021 Portfolio Performance b. April 2021 Performance Update c. Review of potential investment managers in international small cap VII. Presentation by Hancock Whitney a. Custodian Report b. Members’ Supplemental Savings Fund Performance Review and Approval VIII. Report from the System’s Attorney, Akers & Wisbar a. Update on Pending Legislation b. Update on Public Records Request to Parishes pertaining to 2020 Audit c. Discussion and action related to new hourly rate for Akers & Wisbar d. Discussion and action related to ratification of Ms. Bourque’s adding of non-owned vehicle coverage to the General Liability Insurance ***“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Item VIII. involves but is not limited to the discussion of investments. The discussion …

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Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees June 9,2021 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees' Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, located at 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on June 9, 2021. I. Call to Order Ms. Charlene Menard called the meeting to order at 9:03 a.m. II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Ms. Billie Meyer offered an invocation, and Mr. Dwayne Wall led the Pledge of Allegiance. III. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque then called the roll. Board members present were: Ms. Joanne Reed, Ms. Billie Meyer, Ms. Shanika Olinde, Mr. Dwayne Wall, Ms. Charlene Menard, Mr. Brian Champagne, and Mr. John Broussard. Mr. Joe Salter, Senator Kirk Talbot, and Representative Michael Firment were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Ms. Denise Akers (Legal Counsel); Ms. Cynthia Averette and Mr. Walker Reynolds (representing the Custodian of Assets, Hancock Whitney); Mr. Jon Breth (representing the Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting); and Mr. Greg Curran & Ms. Sondra Bordelon (representing Actuary and Administrator, G. S. Curran & Company, Ltd.). IV. Public Comments There were no public comments. V. Review and Annroval of Minutes Upon motion by Ms. Olinde and second by Mr. Broussard, the Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the March 3, 2021, meeting. VI. Presentation by Investment Con …

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Tue Jun 8, 2021

Registrar of Voters Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees holds special meeting for educational training

The Board of Trustees is meeting for educational presentations to provide trustee training credit. The session includes presentations on return assumptions, investment markets, and system laws.

Educational presentation on setting a return assumption by G. S. Curran & Company
Overview of traditional and alternative markets by AndCo Consulting
Presentation on Laws of the System by Akers & Wisbar

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✓ Decided: Board of Trustees accepts three educational presentations

The Board of Trustees held a special educational training meeting. The board unanimously voted to accept presentations on actuarial science, investment training, and laws, rules, and regulations.

Accepted educational presentation on Actuarial Science by Greg Curran (Unanimous)
Accepted educational presentation on Investment Training by Jon Breth (Unanimous)
Accepted educational presentation on Laws, Rules and Regulations by Denise Akers (Unanimous)

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Page 1 of 1 Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Special Board of Trustees Meeting Educational Training 1:30 p.m., June 8, 2021 Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810 AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call a. John Broussard f. Charlene Menard b. Representative Michael Firment g. Joanne Reed c. Brian Champagne h. Joe Salter d. Billie Meyer i. Senator Kirk Talbot e. Shanika Olinde j. Dwayne Wall IV. Public Comments V. Setting a return assumption - Educational presentation by the Fund’s Actuary, G. S. Curran & Company VI. Overview of investing in traditional & alternative markets - Educational presentation by Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting VII. Laws of the System - Educational presentation by the System’s Attorney, Akers & Wisbar VIII. Other Business IX.. Adjourn ****“Trustee Training-Notice is hereby given that Agenda Items V, VI, and VII are designed to provide trustee training credit pursuant to R.S. 11:185. Full attendance at V, will provide actuarial science credit. Full attendance at VI will provide investment training credit. Full attendance at VII will provide credit for legal education (education regarding the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the system.). By policy of the ROVERS Board of Trustees, public comments are allowed on each agenda item after board discussion and prior to board vo …

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Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System Minutes of the Special Educational Training Meeting of the Board of Trustees June 8, 2021 The meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Registrars of Voters Employees’ Retirement System was held at the Renaissance Hotel, located at 7000 Bluebonnet Boulevard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on June 8, 2021. Call to Order Ms. Charlene Menard called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Dwayne Wall offered an invocation, and Brian Champagne led the Pledge of Allegiance. III. Roll Call Ms. Kathy Bourque then called the roll. Board members present were: Ms. Joanne Reed, Ms. Billie Meyer, Ms. Shanika Olinde, Mr. Dwayne Wall, Ms. Charlene Menard, Mr. Brian Champagne, and Mr. John Broussard. Representative Michael Firment, Senator Kirk Talbot and Mr. Joe Salter were absent. A quorum was present. Others present included: Ms. Kathy Bourque (System Director); Ms. Rebecca Wisbar (Legal Counsel); Mr. Jon Breth (representing the Investment Consultant, AndCo Consulting); Mr. Greg Curran (representing Actuary, G. S. Curran & Company, Ltd.). IV. Public Comments There were no public comments. V. Setting a return assumption – Educational presentation by Greg Curran, Actuary Presentation counts for 1.25 hours of continuing education for actuarial science as per R.S.11:185 Mr. Curran made a presentation regarding Setting a Reasonable Return Assumption. Mr. Curran’s presentation inclu …

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