OH SR206

Honors James R. Winfree on his retirement as executive director of the School Employees Retirement System of Ohio, effective April 30, 2010

Recognizes Winfree's distinguished career including service as a U.S. Navy and Naval Reserve veteran, attorney at the Columbus law firm Schottenstein, Zox, and Dunn, and staff member at the Ohio Attorney General's Office

Acknowledges his accomplishments as SERS executive director since 2004, including passage of legislation to raise retirement eligibility for SERS contributors, building relationships with advocacy groups, and creating the Health Care Preservation Task Force

Credits Winfree's service as a council member and vice mayor for the City of Upper Arlington, demonstrating commitment to improving quality of life in his community

Directs the Clerk of the Senate to transmit an authenticated copy of the resolution to James R. Winfree