Chancellor’s Memorandum 4, “The Purchase of Flowers and Plants for Commemorative Purposes” is rescinded effective Friday, Dec. 1, 2006. State auditors are of the opinion that it is not permissible to purchase flowers and plants with public funds (i.e., monies in all LSUHSC-S accounts).

John C. McDonald, M.D.
Chancellor and Dean

CM-4 The Purchase of Flowers and Plants for Commemorative Purposes

All professional schools, departments and other administrative units of the university will be allowed to incur expenses and receive reimbursement for the purchase of commemorative flowers and plants according to the following criteria:

• Only restricted, non-operating budget funds may be used for the purchase of such flowers and plants.
• Flowers and plants should be sent only in cases of retirement, illness or death; and in appreciation for meritorious service.
• Flowers and plants should only be sent to LSU Health Sciences Center employees, students, patients or clients or members of their immediate families.

LSU Health Sciences Center recognizes the importance and value of establishing good employee morale and positive community relations through the appropriate use of commemorative flowers and plants. Exceptions may only be granted in writing by the Chancellor, or his designee.

Signed: John C. McDonald, M.D. Chancellor
June 1, 2001