MINUTES OF THE OCTOBER 19, 2020, VIDEOCONFERENCE MEETING

OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS

ATTENDANCE

This scheduled meeting of the Board of Regents (“Board”) of the Smithsonian Institution (“Smithsonian”) was held on 

Monday, October 19, 2020. Due to recommended safety precautions related to COVID-19 (Coronavirus), the Board 

conducted the scheduled meeting, business, and executive sessions via videoconference. Chancellor John G. 

Roberts, Jr. welcomed Regents and staff and called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. Participating were Regents:

Senator Patrick J. Leahy

Representative Doris Matsui

Representative Lucille Roybal-Allard

Representative John Shimkus

Mr. Steve Case, Chair

Mr. John Fahey

Mr. Roger W. Ferguson, Jr.

Mr. Michael Govan

Dr. Risa J. Lavizzo-Mourey, Vice Chair

Mr. Michael Lynton

Ms. Denise O’Leary

Mr. Franklin D. Raines

Mr. David M. Rubenstein

Ms. Kathryn Hall, Investment Committee Chair

Mr. Dennis Keller, Smithsonian National Board Chair

Mrs. Christine Udvar-Hazy, Advancement Committee Chair

Vice President Michael R. Pence, Senator John Boozman, and Senator David Perdue were unable to participate.

Smithsonian and Regent staff present by invitation of the Board were: 

Lonnie G. Bunch III, Secretary

Greg Bettwy, Chief of Staff to the Secretary

Roger Brissenden, Acting Under Secretary for Science 

and Research

Victor Castillo, Office of Representative Roybal-Allard

Kate Forester, Deputy Chief of Staff to the Regents

Mallory Gianola, Special Assistant to the Regents

(recorder)

Kevin Gover, Acting Under Secretary for 

Museums and Research

Cathy Helm, Inspector General

Carol LeBlanc, President of Smithsonian Enterprises1

Toni-Marie Higgins, Office of Senator Boozman

Judith Leonard, General Counsel 

Stephanie Lightfoot, Office of Senator Perdue

Julissa Marenco, Assistant Secretary for 

Communications and External Affairs and Chief 

Marketing Officer

Era Marshall, Director for the Office of Equal 

Employment and Supplier Diversity

Mike McCarthy, Under Secretary for Administration

Kevin McDonald, Senior Adviser to Senator Leahy

Jeffrey P. Minear, Counselor to the Chief 

Justice

Ruki Neuhold-Ravikumar, Acting Under 

Secretary for Education

Meroë Park, Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating 

Officer

Craig Roberts, Office of Representative Shimkus

Vernon L. Simms, Director of the Office of 

Government Relations

Robert J. Spiller, Assistant Secretary for 

Advancement 

Porter N. Wilkinson, Chief of Staff to the Regents

1 Participated in the Smithsonian Enterprises discussion only
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BUSINESS MEETING

Welcome

Special Events

Executive Committee 

Actions

Consent Agenda

REPORT OF THE CHAIR OF THE BOARD AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Board and Executive Committee Chair Steve Case began his report by recognizing

the formal appointment of Frank Raines and reappointment of Michael Lynton to 

the Board. He also acknowledged the final meeting for Representative John 

Shimkus, who did not seek reelection and will retire from the House of 

Representatives in January 2021 at the end of the 116th Congress. The Regents 

expressed their gratitude for Representative Shimkus’s service to the Smithsonian 

and the nation.

Mr. Case previewed upcoming events, including a videoconference meeting that 

he and the Secretary will host for the Smithsonian Advisory Board Chairs to 

provide an update on the state of the Smithsonian. The virtual event will focus on 

the Smithsonian’s efforts to expand its reach while fostering diversity and 

promoting education through a variety of programs and initiatives. Mr. Case also 

discussed the Regents’ annual public forum. This year the Board will host the

public forum virtually to accommodate for the recommended safety precautions 

related to COVID-19. The event, to be held on December 15, will focus on the 

Smithsonian’s response to the COVID-19 global pandemic and how it has 

accelerated digitally focused programs, as well as key initiatives such as the Race, 

Community, and Our Shared Future Initiative.

To conclude his report, Mr. Case briefed the Regents on actions taken by the 

Executive Committee on behalf of the Board, pursuant to Board Bylaw 3.01. 

Between the June and October meetings the Executive Committee approved four 

actions: (i) the Smithsonian’s fiscal year 2021 Federal and Trust Consolidated 

Budget when signed into law by the President, (ii) the Smithsonian’s budget 

request for appropriated funds for fiscal year 2022 for presentation to the Office 

of Management and Budget, (iii) a request from the National Zoo/Smithsonian 

Conservation Biology Institute to withdraw funds from an unrestricted 

endowment to support trust operations during the impact of COVID-19, and (iv) 

the appointment of a Smithsonian National Board Vice Chair.

APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA

The Consent Agenda (“Agenda”) was presented for the Board’s consideration. 

Action items listed on the October 19, 2020, Agenda included: the approval of 

minutes from the August 11, 2020, special meeting of the Board of Regents, and 

gifts and naming recognitions. Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board 

voted to adopt the Agenda, constituting the approval of all action items listed 

therein.

See attached Actions 2020.10.01 (Minutes of the Board of Regents, Appendix A).
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Questions on Written 

Committee Reports

Written Report of the 

Advancement

Committee

Written Report of the 

Audit and Review

Committee

Written Report of the 

Compensation and 

Human Resources 

Committee

QUESTIONS ON WRITTEN COMMITTEE REPORTS

Next, Mr. Case provided an opportunity for Regent committee chairs and 

Smithsonian staff to answer questions on the written reports distributed in 

advance of the meeting by the Advancement Committee; Audit and Review 

Committee; Compensation and Human Resources Committee; Facilities 

Committee; Finance Committee; Investment Committee; Strategy, Innovation, 

and Technology Committee; and Office of Government Relations.

Written Report of the Advancement Committee

The Advancement Committee conducted a videoconference meeting on 

September 15, 2020. During the meeting, the Committee reviewed notable gifts 

and grants received since the April 2020 meeting and voted to recommend three 

gifts and two administrative actions to the Board of Regents. The Committee was 

briefed on fundraising progress and plans for fiscal year 2020 and received an 

update on planning for the next Smithsonian fundraising campaign. As of

August 31, 2020, the Smithsonian had raised $211.64 million towards its $230 

million goal. The Assistant Secretary for Advancement Rob Spiller shared the 

Campaign vision of Greater Reach, Greater Relevancy, and Profound Impact, with 

a timeline that would span the Smithsonian’s 175th anniversary in 2021 and the 

nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026. The Advancement Committee also performed 

its annual review of the Committee Charter.

Written Report of the Audit and Review Committee

The Audit and Review Committee met virtually on July 13, 2020. During the 

meeting, the Committee approved the filing of the fiscal year 2019 Forms 990 and 

990-T with the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) and approved the Smithsonian’s 

external auditor, KPMG, performing non-audit services related to the preparation 

and submission of forms to the IRS. The Committee also reviewed the Institution’s 

insurance and IT security programs, KPMG’s audit plan for fiscal year 2020, 

progress on the identified fiscal year 2019 audit deficiency, the Smithsonian’s 

annual conflict of interest reporting, and the recent activities of the Inspector 

General. 

Written Report of the Compensation and Human Resources

Committee

The Compensation and Human Resources Committee conducted a virtual meeting

on September 18, 2020. As is routine for the Committee, the September meeting 

focused on the core decisions that guide the executive pay cycle, culminating with 

the compensation recommendations that the Committee and the Board will

review in January, which included the 2021 compensation update for

senior-level Trust employees. During the meeting, the Committee voted on 

decision-making levels for the 2021 compensation process, the 2021 updated 
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Written Report of the 

Facilities Committee

Written Report of the 

Finance Committee

Written Report of the 

Investment Committee

compensation philosophy, and the methodology for determining comparable 

compensation for Trust executive positions. The Committee also received updates 

on the alternative executive compensation pay band approach for Trust marketbased positions; an investment compensation analysis; Trust fund mitigation 

strategies related to the impact of COVID-19 on the Institution; the Smithsonian’s 

Civil Program; the Institution’s diversity, equity, access, and inclusion efforts; and

personnel searches.

Written Report of the Facilities Committee

The Facilities Committee held a videoconference meeting on July 16, 2020. During 

the meeting, the Committee was consulted on and approved a request to seek 

Congressional authorization for an additional collections storage facility to be 

used jointly with the National Gallery of Art. The Committee also received 

updates on the Smithsonian’s Consolidated Administrative Headquarters. The

Smithsonian closed on the purchase of Capital Gallery on June 25, 2020, with a 

purchase price of $253.75 million. The Committee reviewed the Smithsonian’s 

facilities capital and maintenance programs and the progress of major capital 

projects, including the National Air and Space Museum rebuilding and restaurant 

replacement. The Facilities Committee also performed its annual review of the 

Committee Charter.

Written Report of the Finance Committee

The Finance Committee conducted a meeting on August 26, 2020. During the

meeting, the Committee reviewed and voted to recommend that the

Executive Committee approve three motions on behalf of the full Board: (1)

the fiscal year 2021 federal and trust consolidated budget, (2) the fiscal year

2022 federal budget for presentation to the Office of Management and

Budget, and (3) a request to withdraw funds from the National Zoological Park 

and Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute Quasi-Endowment to support 

Trust operations during the impact of COVID-19. The Committee also received an 

overview of Smithsonian Trust funding along with the Cares Act (COVID-19) and 

reviewed the fiscal year 2020 third quarter financial results. Revenues for the 

period totaled $1,088.3 million; expenses totaled $1,231.2 million; and the Net

Operating Loss for the period was $ $142.9 million.

Written Report of the Investment Committee

The Investment Committee met on June 19, 2020, and September 3, 2020. The 

Committee reviewed the investment portfolio performance and discussed the 

Office of Investments report on “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the 

Smithsonian Endowment.” The Smithsonian Endowment’s preliminary 

performance report as of June 30, 2020, showed the Endowment ending with 

assets of $1,735.4 million, returning 5.7 percent for the year and outperforming 

the policy benchmark of -0.4 percent. Against the Cambridge Associates peer 
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Written Report of the 

Strategy, Innovation, 

and Technology 

Committee

Written Report of the 

Office of Government 

Relations

Smithsonian Introduced 

Legislation

Congressional Briefings 

and Engagement

universe of endowments and foundations, the Smithsonian ranks in the first 

decile for all periods, including trailing one, three, five and ten‐year periods. 

Written Report of the Strategy, Innovation, and Technology 

Committee

The Strategy, Innovation, and Technology Committee conducted meetings on 

June 25, 2020, and September 24, 2020. During these meetings the Committee 

engaged in strategic discussions with the Secretary and senior leadership on the

vision and strategic priorities for the Institution; received updates on the Race, 

Community, and Our Shared Future Initiative; and was briefed on the SD603 

review of a graphic included in the Smithsonian’s “Talking About Race Portal.” The 

Committee also reviewed the exhibition calendar, which consisted primarily of 

long-planned exhibition openings that were slated for opening pre-closure and 

are expected to occur, should the Smithsonian's re-opening timeline continue to 

progress.

Written Report of the Office of Government Relations

The Office of Government Relations (“OGR”) reported that appropriations staff 

continue to work on spending bills for fiscal year 2021. On September 22, the 

House passed H.R. 8337, Continuing Appropriations Act 2021, and Other

Extensions Act, (Public Law 116-159), a short-term spending bill to fund the 

government through December 11, 2020. The bill provides funding for

Smithsonian operations and facilities projects at the same rate as fiscal year 2020. 

The Senate cleared the measure September 30, which was subsequently signed 

by the President on October 1, 2020.

OGR also reported on legislation introduced by the Smithsonian. On September 7, 

H.J.Res. 87, providing for the reappointment of Michael M. Lynton as a citizen 

Regent for a second term, and H.J.Res. 88 providing for the appointment of 

Franklin D. Raines to a first term on the Board of Regents were passed by the 

House under Unanimous Consent. The Senate took up the bills on September 10, 

and both passed under Unanimous Consent. The Legislation was subsequently 

sent to the President and signed on October 3, 2020.

In addition, on August 11, Regent Representative Lucille Roybal-Allard introduced 

H.R.8023, a bill to provide for additional space and resources for the protection 

and preservation of national collections held by the Smithsonian Institution and 

the National Gallery of Art by authorizing construction of an additional storage 

facility at the Museum Support Center in Suitland, MD. The bill was co-sponsored 

by Regents Representative Doris Matsui and Representative John Shimkus.

Despite enhanced telework for most Smithsonian and Congressional staff, OGR 

has maintained its regular oversight meetings, Congressional briefings, and

hearings. OGR has provided regular updates to key Congressional and 

Administration staff through virtual congressional town halls that have included 
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Report of the 

Governance and 

Nominating Committee

Reappointment to 

Smithsonian National 

Latino Board

Proposed Amendments 

to the Bylaws of the 

Board of Regents

Impact of COVID-19 

(Coronavirus) on the 

Smithsonian

Budget Impact of 

COVID-19 on the 

Institution

updates on the Smithsonian’s digital and educational assets and the 

Smithsonian’s response related to COVID-19 pandemic.

 

REPORT OF THE GOVERNANCE AND NOMINATING COMMITTEE

Chair of the Governance and Nominating Committee John Fahey gave the 

Committee’s report and presented two action items for the Board’s 

consideration: (i) a reappointment to the Smithsonian National Latino Board, and 

(ii) proposed amendments to the Bylaws of the Board of Regents.

The Board of Regents was asked to consider the reappointment of The Honorable 

Roel C. Campos as Chair of the Smithsonian National Latino Board (“SNLB”), an 

advisory body to the Smithsonian Latino Center, for an exceptional two-year 

term. The reappointment was proposed as a one-time and temporary exception

to ensure steady leadership and continued fundraising efforts to support the 

completion and opening of the Molina Family Latino Gallery, a key initiative of the 

Smithsonian Latino Center. Mr. Fahey pointed out that the additional term would

not exceed the maximum service for board members. Upon motion duly made 

and seconded, the Board approved the reappointment.

See attached Actions 2020.10.02 (Minutes of the Board of Regents, Appendix A).

Next, Mr. Fahey presented proposed amendments to the Bylaws of the Board of 

Regents. In May of 2020, Congress approved the organizational restructuring 

proposed by the Secretary, including four Under Secretary positions. Mr. Fahey 

informed the Committee that as a result, conforming changes to the Bylaws of 

the Board of Regents are necessary to reflect the new organization structure and 

identify titles and duties of select officers. Two other proposed amendments will 

update the procedures for communication and ballots outside of Board meetings. 

Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board approved the proposed

amendments to §2.06, §2.08, §5.05, and §5.09 of the Bylaws of the Board of 

Regents.

See attached Actions 2020.10.03 (Minutes of the Board of Regents, Appendix A).

STRATEGIC DISCUSSION ON COVID-19 (CORONAVIRUS)

Secretary Bunch then updated the Board on response and prevention efforts 

related to COVID-19 (Coronavirus), including the budget impact, reopening 

progress, and New Normal. 

The Secretary briefed the Regents on the current and projected budgetary effects 

of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) on the Smithsonian and the mitigation strategies 

underway to offset the impact. He provided an overview of Smithsonian Trust 

Funding along with the Cares Act (COVID-19). The Smithsonian is better 

positioned than some of its peers due to federal appropriations and lack of 

reliance on public admissions, but it is still experiencing a significant impact on 
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Reopening Progress at 

the Smithsonian

New Normal

Strategic Report of the 

Secretary

Personnel Searches

revenues. The Secretary asked Carol LeBlanc, President of Smithsonian 

Enterprises(“SE”), to update the Board on the fiscal year 2020 shortfall, which has 

been impacted primarily by reduced retail operations resulting from museum 

closures and travel business limited by COVID-19. The Regents discussed the need 

to support areas generating revenue, position SE for the return of core 

businesses, and reassess businesses without a strong future.

Next, the Board received an update on the progress of the Smithsonian’s phased 

reopening. In addition to Smithsonian Gardens and the Hirshhorn Museum’s 

outdoor Sculpture Garden, eight Smithsonian facilities have reopened to the 

public. The Smithsonian will continue to closely monitor health data and guidance 

from local governments, public health officials, and the Centers for Disease 

Control and Prevention against its own progression and regression criteria. The 

Secretary shared that although planning for reopening progress will continue, 

additional museums will not be reopening at this time. This decision will ensure 

progress is sustainable and offer the opportunity for the Smithsonian to evaluate 

capacity and performance before moving forward.

To close the discussion on COVID-19, the Secretary briefed the Board on the 

report and recommendations of the New Normal Committee. As the Institution 

moves through reopening phases, the Smithsonian’s New Normal Committee has 

explored how the Smithsonian can adapt, improve, and become a nimbler and

more effective organization while carrying out its mission. The Secretary 

previewed initial recommendations from the New Normal Committee, which 

encompassed the time frame of Phase 3 (partial reopening to the public prevaccine), Phase 4 (full reopening post-vaccine), and beyond. The

recommendations are based on a variety of feedback from internal and external 

stakeholders. They align with the Secretary’s strategic priorities and encompass 

building a more nimble, effective, and entrepreneurial organization; a focus on 

audience and education that emphasizes digital resources; an increased emphasis 

on fundraising and revenue earned through e-commerce; and raising recognition 

of the Smithsonian brand. The Secretary will continue to work with senior 

leadership to evaluate and integrate recommendations into the Smithsonian’s

broader strategic goals.

STRATEGIC REPORT OF THE SECRETARY

The open session ended with a report from Secretary Bunch. The Secretary 

discussed his vision for the Smithsonian and the efforts being made to advance 

strategic priorities, including education; the Race, Community, and Our Shared 

Future Initiative; a nimble core; and Virtual Smithsonian, all of which share a One 

Smithsonian approach.

The Secretary briefed the Regents on ongoing personnel searches. Kevin Lowell 

Young, director of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in New 

York City, will become the second director of the National Museum of African 

American History and Culture, effective January 11, 2021. The Secretary also 
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Education Initiatives

Race, Community, and 

Our Shared Future

Nimble Core

Virtual Smithsonian

shared that the Institution is nearing the end of the searches for the next 

directors of the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, the Smithsonian Libraries 

and Archives, the American Women’s History Initiative, and the Chief Financial 

Officer.

Next, the Secretary reported on the progress of education initiatives. Since 

March, the Smithsonian’s immediate focus has been to support teachers and 

students around the globe as they face unprecedented new learning challenges

through online and distance learning. The Institution will continue to amplify its 

education resources by developing a comprehensive national education outreach 

strategy for Pre-K - 12 educational systems. In addition to further expanding the 

Smithsonian’s Learning Lab platform, the efforts will include education outreach 

in rural areas with a mix of hi-tech, low-tech, and no-tech approaches to address

varying degrees of accessibility in rural areas without strong technological 

infrastructure.

The Regents also received an update on the progress of the Race, Community, 

and Our Shared Future Initiative. The Secretary noted the Smithsonian has made 

significant progress in thinking about a series of national conversations centered 

on race and its impacts on the nation, in terms of culture, economics, wellness, 

policy, and other areas. Several small launch events are planned for November 

and December ahead of a Smithsonian branded series of activities in 2021. The

Institution has partnered with the Bipartisan Policy Center for one of the events, 

which will feature a conversation with Paul Ryan and Julian Castro on race and 

wealth.

Next, Secretary Bunch briefed the Board on efforts to foster a nimble and 

effective core. Initial changes have been focused on the Office of Advancement 

(“OA”) and the Office of Human Resources (“OHR”). Changes in OA have been 

centered on efficiencies across central advancement, including consolidating the 

digital fundraising offices and enhancing central fundraising services. Changes in 

OHR have been focused on plans to take on a more defined diversity and 

inclusion effort, including hiring a Head Diversity Officer.

To conclude, the Secretary briefly updated the Board on the Smithsonian’s digitalfirst strategy. A digital steering group was established to help support the 

Institution’s acceleration toward digitally focused programs and activities. The 

Secretary highlighted recent efforts undertaken by the American Women’s 

History Initiative, including videos about Indigenous women in Hawai’i working 

for political rights that received more than 225,000 views. Overall crossorganizational content efforts and audience focused approaches have contributed 

to significant growth on social media platforms and Smithsonian websites. 
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Executive Session

Advisory Board 

Appointments and 

Reappointments

2021 Board Leadership 

Elections

Committee Membership

New Regent Search

Executive Session: 

“Gatekeeper” Reports

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Board moved into an executive session at 11:12 a.m. to discuss business and 

personnel matters. The Secretary also briefed the Board on a potential 

philanthropic concept for the National Air and Space Museum.

Chair of the Governance and Nominating Committee John Fahey led a discussion 

regarding appointments and reappointments to the Smithsonian Advisory Boards. 

Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board approved the proposed slate of 

candidates for appointment or reappointment to four (4) Smithsonian Institution 

Advisory Boards.

See attached Actions 2020.10.04 (Minutes of the Board of Regents, Appendix A).

The Board reviewed the Governance and Nominating Committee’s

recommendations for the 2021 Board leadership elections. The Board discussed 

the election of Steve Case as Chair, Risa J. Lavizzo-Mourey as Vice Chair, and John 

Fahey as a member of the Executive Committee. As candidates under

consideration, Mr. Case, Dr. Lavizzo-Mourey, and Mr. Fahey recused themselves 

from the discussion and vote. Upon motions duly made and seconded, the Board 

voted to elect the proposed Chair, Vice Chair, and third member of the Executive

Committee.

See attached Actions 2020.10.05, 2020.10.06, and 2020.10.07 (Minutes of the

Board of Regents, Appendix A).

Next, Mr. Fahey led the Board’s discussion on the proposed non-Regent 

candidate, Michael M. Crow, for appointment to the Strategy, Innovation, and 

Technology Committee. Mr. Fahey noted that the Strategy, Innovation, and 

Technology Committee may consist of non-Regent members well-chosen for their 

expertise of relevance to the duties and responsibilities of the Committee, as long 

as a sitting Regent majority is maintained on the Committee. Upon motion duly 

made and seconded, the Board voted appoint Michael M. Crow as a non-Regent 

member to the Strategy, Innovation, and Technology Committee.

See attached Actions 2020.10.08 (Minutes of the Board of Regents, Appendix A).

Mr. Fahey then updated the Board on the search for a new citizen Regent

to replace David Rubenstein when his term expires in May 2021. 

The Board concluded the executive session with an opportunity to hear from each

of the Smithsonian’s Gatekeepers, including the Secretary, Under Secretary for

Administration, General Counsel, and Inspector General.
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Adjournment

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business to discuss, the meeting adjourned at

approximately 11:45 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Lonnie G. Bunch, III

Secretary
APPENDIX A: ACTIONS OF THE

OCTOBER 19, 2020, MEETING OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS

VOTED that the Board of Regents adopts the Consent Agenda, which constitutes the approval 

of all action items listed therein. [2020.10.01]

VOTED that the Board of Regents approves the minutes of the August 11, 2020, special 

meeting of the Board of Regents.

VOTED that the Board of Regents recognizes the generosity of Bank of America and 

accepts the gift to support the Race, Community, and Our Shared Future Initiative.

VOTED that the Board of Regents recognizes the generosity of Bell Textron Inc. and 

accepts the terms of the sponsorship agreement.

VOTED that the Board of Regents recognizes the generosity of Mitsubishi Corporation 

and accepts the terms of the sponsorship agreement.

VOTED that the Board of Regents creates a quasi-endowment for the benefit of the 

Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory to support public education programs. Further, 

the Board of Regents authorizes the transfer of the funds identified for this purpose.

VOTED that the Board of Regents creates the Deep Time Endowment, a quasiendowment for the benefit of the National Museum of Natural History to support the 

Deep Time exhibition, including maintenance and related education programs, scientific 

research and activities, and personnel. Further, the Board of Regents authorizes the 

transfer of the funds identified for this purpose.

VOTED that the Board of Regents approves the reappointment of The Honorable Roel C.

Campos as Chair of the Smithsonian National Latino Board for an exceptional fourth and final 

two-year term, effective immediately. [2020.10.02]

VOTED that the Board of Regents approves the proposed amendments to §2.06, §2.08,

§5.05, and §5.09 of the Bylaws of the Board of Regents. [2020.10.03]

VOTED that the Board of Regents approves the proposed slate of candidates for appointment 

or reappointment to four (4) Smithsonian Institution Advisory Boards. [2020.10.04]

VOTED that the Board of Regents elects Steve Case as Chair of the Smithsonian Institution’s 

Board of Regents for a one-year term effective February 2, 2021. [2020.10.05]

VOTED that the Board of Regents elects Risa J. Lavizzo-Mourey as Vice Chair of the Smithsonian 

Institution’s Board of Regents for a one-year term effective February 2, 2021. [2020.10.06]
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VOTED that the Board of Regents elects John Fahey as a member of the Smithsonian Board of 

Regents’ Executive Committee for a one-year term effective February 2, 2021. [2020.10.07]

VOTED that the Board of Regents approves the proposed appointment of Michael M. Crow as a 

non-Regent member to the Strategy, Innovation, and Technology Committee, and requests that 

the Chancellor make the necessary appointment. [2020.10.08]