GENERAL MATTERS

Call to Order

Marty Cortez called the meeting to order at 7:20 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance

Brenda Even led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Public Comment and Reports

Andrea McCammon addressed the Board regarding the interpretation of the mandatory reporting law that deals with reporting incidents of sexual abuse of persons under the age of 18 years. She believes there might be confusion as to what must be reported and questioned if a statute of limitations applies.

Ms. McCammon also informed the Board of some maintenance issues at the West Campus that need to be addressed, specifically in regard to some ADA issues.

Clare Strom introduced Sherry Wright, new staff representative to the Board. Ms. Strom reported on the March 3 Staff Council meeting at which the staff were informed about the new Microsoft Work @ Home Program and the MyPima Portal. Executive Vice Chancellor Charlotte Fugett gave the HR liaison report.

Elvira Bozhani reported on activities at the Community, Desert Vista and Downtown campuses. Community Campus student and member of the All-Arizona Team, James Pennington-McQueen, is one of 20 students in the United States to be selected as a Guistwhite Scholar. Students from PCAE met with legislators to discuss the importance of adult basic education. Twenty-five Desert Vista students participated in the Arizona Collegiate Leadership Conference in February, and the campus will participate in the 4^th Annual Community Service Week during spring break. Students at the Downtown Campus raised $325 for the American Red Cross for Hurricane Katrina Disaster relief and the campus hosted an event that provided employment coaching to more than 150 participants.

Jack Mertes reported that at the February 3 Faculty Senate meeting, senators heard a report from Scott Collins on the current Meet & Confer session. Jacquelyn Jackson, Director of Government Relations, was introduced and gave a recap of legislative activities. Sharon Blanton reported on the “MyPima” portal. Chancellor Flores updated the Faculty Senate on several proposed bills being discussed in the legislature.

Report — Chairperson of the Board

Motion to Authorize Executive Sessions PASSES
Motion No. 6659

Brenda Even – M, Richard Fimbres – S, to authorize an Executive Session of the Board of Governors on April 12, 2006.

Vote:  All Board members present voted “aye” by voice vote.  None were opposed.  Motion carried.

Report — Secretary of the Board

There was no report.

Report — Pima County Representative to the Arizona Association for District Governing Boards (AADGB)
Mr. Stewart reported that the Arizona Community College Association is opposed to the proposed bill that would limit  state appropriations to fund only those courses that lead to or prepare students for a qualified community college or university certificate or degree program.

Chancellor’s Report
Chancellor Flores introduced and welcomed Dr. Heather Tilson, new director of Planning and Research.

Chancellor Flores introduced Michael Sullivan, Senior Investment Manager of Harris Private Bank. Mr. Sullivan talked about Harris Private Bank, the global economy, and the need for highly skilled and educated workers. When asked how the college can connect more directly with the bank’s clients, Mr. Sullivan suggested several areas that could be developed and suggested a follow-up meeting with members of the administration.

Dr. Flores commented on the proposed Truth in Taxation bill, which would restrict the local boards’ ability to generate additional revenue and would require community colleges to hold an election to raise local taxes. Currently community college boards can approve property tax increases up to 2 percent.

Representatives from the three employee groups made presentations to the Board outlining the topics they are addressing this Meet & Confer session.

Arlene Muniz, representing AFSCME, said many of their proposed changes deal with clarifying language.  They are also proposing increasing the professional development fund to $45,000 from $15,000 and adding two steps to the salary schedule. Ms. Muniz said AFSCME is waiting to hear the budget proposal before addressing a salary increase.

Terry Hawkins, president of ACES, outlined ACES’s proposals, which include distinguishing step increases from salary increases, lifting the salary schedule by 5% and increasing the allocation for professional development funds.

Scott Collins, spokesman for PCCEA, said PCCEA’s topics focus on compensation, work conditions, and faculty employment.

Vice Chancellor Janice Stroh reviewed the financial statements for the period ending January 31, 2006, and noted there is nothing unusual or unexpected to report.

Motion No 6660

Sherryn Marshall – M, Brenda Even – S to accept the Monthly Financial Statements and Current Fiscal Update.

Vote:  All Board members present voted “aye” by voice vote.  None were opposed.  Motion carried.

Information Items

Voluntary Separations from Employment

Student Aide Hires

Fiscal Year 2006/2007 Changes in Student Charges

These three items were noted as information items.

Action Items

Approval of Minutes

Motion to Approve Minutes PASSES
Motion No. 6661

Brenda Even – M, Scott Stewart – S, to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 1, 2006.

Vote:  All Board members present voted “aye” by voice vote.  None were opposed.  Motion carried.

Consent Agenda

Motion to Approve Consent Agenda PASSES
Motion No. 6662

Richard Fimbres – M, Brenda Even – S, to approve the Consent Agenda.

Item and Title

16.1     New Appointments

16.2     Adjunct Faculty Appointments

16.3     Temporary Appointments

16.4     Administrator Contracts 2006/2007

16.5     Summer Work Schedule 2006

16.6     Grant Proposal/Subrecipient Award and Agreement:  Arizona Board of Regents on Behalf of Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus, National Science Foundation, Arizona-Texas Consortium for Alternative Renewable Energy Technologies

Vote:  All Board members present voted “aye” by voice vote.  None were opposed.  Motion carried.

Executive Vice Chancellor Fugett and Vice Chancellor Stroh informed the Board that this recommendation for medical benefits had been reviewed by the College Benefits Committee and represents a 7.2% increase for the same coverage as the current year.

Motion No. 6663

Scott Stewart – M, Brenda Even – S to approve 1) continuation of the PacifiCare healthcare and SystemEd Pharmacy Benefit Manager contracts based upon the stated proposed rates for the period July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007; and 2) authorize the Vice Chancellor for Finance to execute agreements for coverage.

Vote:  All Board members present voted “aye” by voice vote.  None were opposed.  Motion carried.

Ms. Fugett and Ms. Stroh informed the Board there is no increase in premiums over last year for the same coverage.

Motion No. 6664

Brenda Even – M, Scott Stewart – S to approve 1) Continuation of Employers Dental Service and United Concordia dental contracts based upon the stated proposed rates for the period July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007; and 2) authorize the Vice Chancellor for Finance to execute agreements for coverage.

Vote:  All Board members present voted “aye” by voice vote.  None were opposed.  Motion carried.

Ms. Fugett and Ms. Stroh informed the Board there is no increase in premiums over last year for the same benefits.

Motion No. 6665

Brenda Even – M, Richard Fimbres – S to approve the continuation of the Sun Life Financial contract to provide employee life insurance benefits for the period July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007; and 2) authorize the Vice Chancellor for Finance to execute an agreement for coverage.

Vote:  All Board members present voted “aye” by voice vote.  None were opposed.  Motion carried.

Tuition: Fiscal Year 2006/2007

Motion No. 6666

Scott Stewart – M, Marty Cortez– S to approve an increase in tuition.

Vote: Scott Stewart – aye, Marty Cortez – aye, Brenda Even – no, Richard Fimbres – no, Sherryn Marshall – abstain.

Motion No. 6667

Brenda Even – M, Richard Fimbres – S to have a special meeting on March 21 to consider the tuition for next year.

Vote: All Board members present voted “aye” by voice vote.  None were opposed.  Motion carried.

Revenue Parameters – Fiscal Year 2006/2007

Motion No. 6668

Sherryn Marshall – M, Brenda Even – S to approve the budget parameters and authorized proceeding with development of the FY 2006/2007 budget with the stipulation that the tuition portion be withheld until tuition is decided on at the March 21 special meeting.

Vote: Brenda Even, Sherryn Marshall, Richard Fimbres and Marty Cortez voted “aye.” Scott Stewart voted “no.” Motion carried.

Adjournment

The meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m.