The Oasis Board of Directors meetings are open to the public.
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​ The meetings are scheduled for the 3rd Thursday of each month at 5:00 p.m. 
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Notification must be received in writing on or before the 5th day of the month prior to the meeting date to schedule any agenda items.

​Executive Committee

Debra Pollock
President
Committee: Executive, By Laws and Policy
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Bio: Debra is from Mt. Pulaski and has resided in Logan County through her life. She has a degree in Business Leadership from Lincoln Christian University. In her work life, she worked for Logan County Housing Authority and the Logan Correctional Center. She retired in 2018 and began volunteering making Floral Arrangements with Rhonda for the Oasis, and began serving as a Oasis Board Member in 2020. Debra has 2 children Clint & Ashley, and has a very special 5lb bundle of love, Tedi-Bear.  
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Wanda Lowe
Vice President
Committee: Executive, Program

Bio: I moved from Springfield to the Logan County area in 2003.  Retired from the Illinois State Police , FOID program, in 2010.  My husband and I have been together for 20 years and between us we have 3 boys and 5 grandchildren.  I was invited to a monthly birthday party and was soon engaged in several of the activities available at The Oasis.  I have made new friends and developed new hobbies since joining.  My retirement years have been enriched by being a volunteer.  The Oasis is an amazing organization, that I am proud to be a member of.   

Andra Lessen
Treasurer
Committee: Executive Committee, Ways & Means, & Building & Grounds

Bio:
     I was married for 52 years before the passing of Marvin, on August 15, 2015.  We farmed west of Lincoln for many years before retirement in January of 2007.  We purchased a home on Rigg Drive in February of 2007.  We have four children:  Our daughter, Teresa L. Cagle of Edinburg, IL  is married to Earle Cagle and is employed at Gift of Hope in Springfield.  Our son, Jeffery J. Lessen of Lincoln is married to Jackie.  Jeff is employed by Conway Trucking of Bloomington.  Two sons, Timothy J. and Jacob E. are deceased.  My daughter-in-law, Kristi E. Lessen, lives in Sherman.  She is employed by Simmons Institute of Cancer SIU, Springfield.  I have 6 grandchildren ranging in age from 30 years old to 9 years old.  I also have a great-granddaughters who is four years old and another who is one.  
     My hobbies including being with family and friends, going on trips, and playing pinochle.  I try to keep busy.  I enjoy volunteering at The Oasis and attending all of the Oasis functions.  It has been very helpful to me this past year.
 
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Elaine Knight
Secretary
Committee: Executive, Bylaws & Policy

Bio: The Oasis is a wonderful resource for the seniors of Logan County. You can work out in the fitness room, meet friends for a cup of coffee, a game of cards, or relax with a good book in the comfortable fireplace nook. You can find Medicare help, and a variety of activities from painting to dancing to book discussion. It's a great place for volunteering, come on out!

​Board Members

Tracey Boyer
Committee: Ways & Means
Bio: Tracey, a retired teacher, stays busy with her family and many volunteer activities. She also loves anything; hobbie include  flowers and gardening.

Steve Johnson
Committee: Programs
Bio: Steve is from Lincoln, Illinois. He does Land Management for Wildlife, is retired from IDOC, served in the USMC. He has a daughter Jasmine. 

Becky Kleinman
Committee: Agency Development, Fundraising
Bio: Rebecca – ‘Becky’ works at St. Clara’s Rehab & Senior Care in Dietary. She has two sons, & she likes to travel.
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David Neuendorf
Committee: Agency Development, Fundraising
Bio: Works at St. Clara's Rehab and Senior Living Center. Enjoys family and traveling.




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Don Peasley
Committee: Buildings & Grounds
Bio: Don is a returning board member to the Oasis, where he served as Board President in 2008. Don passionately serves Logan County by serving as the Logan County Coroner and where he operates as Funeral Home Director of Peasley Funeral Homes. Don is also a member of the Logan County Rotary Club.  
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​Judy Parsons
Committee: Agency Development, Fundraising, Ways & Means
Bio: I work Part time at LCHS. I started out there full time in 1995. I retired in 2010, but hated being retired. I returned in 2012 as a part timer. I've been a member of the oasis for several years. I help with Bingo on Tuesday night once a month and currently serve on Ways and Means. The Oasis is a great place to meet people and make new friends.

Ken Richert
Committee: Building & Grounds
Bio: Ken is a lifelong resident & farmer of Logan County. Ken farmed with his dad all his life. He is happy to be serving on the Oasis Senior Center Board.
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Stephen Rohrer 
Committee: Bylaws & Policies

Bio: Stephen grew up in a Central IL farm family, whose roots extend back to the Civil War. He retired from the University of Illinois but continues to pursue his passion for excellence in education by serving as the president of the Board of Education for Lincoln Elementary School District 27! ​Stephen is married to Susan, a retired District 27 teacher. They are the parents of two adult sons, Ty and Tayt. Susan currently serves as a board member of the Lincoln Public Library District.

Kay Thompson
Committee: Programs
Bio: Kay is very active in her church, where she volunteers many of her hours. She spends her time volunteering for many organizations. She enjoys staying active by pursuing walking, line dancing, and exercise classes. She enjoys card playing with the Oasis, with family members. Kay loves her family, they enjoy traditions such as Family Dinner Night, every Tuesday!

Ron Wilson
Committee: Building & Grounds
Bio: Ron grew up in Springfield, went to school locally. Worked as an independent insurance agent for 30 years, and worked for the State of Illinois for 17 years in Risk Management, taking care of their insurance. Ron moved to Lincoln around 1994. 
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