There is the potential for inequity in such a system. However, all university departments, as well as the central human resources office, have structures for reviewing and addressing such complaints. Any employee who feels he or she has not been fairly compensated should use that structure to seek redress. We can't tamper with the deduction fields. That, she said, is why the Project 2000 team has been working first on revamping the human resources payroll system.
Dental coverage is one of several new benefits being considered for employees.
Opperman said she believes strongly that all employees should be encouraged to engage in community volunteer work, and she's exploring that issue right now. Click here for reaction to the forum.