RHA gives members last chance to voice opinion on rates

The Residence Hall Association will give students a last chance to give their opinion about a proposed increase in housing rates at its meeting tonight at 5 p.m. in McKinney Hall.

The RHA will also consider a constitutional amendment combining two executive positions and discuss member involvement within the RHA, said Alison Mormino, RHA president.

The proposed rate increase, endorsed by the Student Senate Wednesday, would raise the cost for housing and meals at Eastern from $155 to $250 next semester, depending on the meal plan each student chooses.

Mormino said it will be the “last chance” for students to voice their opinions on the proposed rates, which will be voted on by the Board of Trustees on Friday.

Also, the RHA will look at a proposed constitutional amendment that would merge the offices of RHA treasurer and vice president for fundraising and recognition into a single position, vice president of finance.

Mormino said the idea for the amendment originally stemmed from the fact that the current Vice President of Fundraising and Recognition, Amy Grammer, has also been assuming the duties of RHA treasurer, a position that has been open this semester.

The RHA will also talk about improving member involvement in the organization.

“There are a lot of people who come to meetings, but don’t participate in committees or activities,” Mormino said.