GENERAL MATTERS

Call to Order

Scott Stewart called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance

Richard Fimbres led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Public Comment and Reports

Public Comment

There were no requests to address the Board.

Staff Representatives

At the December Staff Council meeting, there was a report from Human Resources noting that there are 29 disciplines for faculty recruitment.  Also, a spring fundraiser was approved by the Council.  A problem with election for a Staff Council representative from Downtown Campus is being investigated.  All outgoing officers and representatives received plaques in appreciation of their service to the College.

Student Representatives

Karaline Salmans reported that the Northwest Campus Office of Student Life will host a Spring Welcome Back Festival January 22-23 and a blood drive for the American Red Cross is scheduled January 29-30 at the campus.  West Campus will have a display and video in the Welcome Center Lobby in recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day from January 22-24. 

Luis Hernandez reported on the Pima Leadership Institute Banquet on December 7.  “Get Involved Week” will begin January 22-25 at Downtown Campus.  There is a Club & Organization Fair scheduled January 22-24 at Desert Vista Campus.  East Campus is preparing for the Spring Back to School All Clubs Week January 22-31. 

Faculty Representatives

At the December 7 Faculty Senate meeting, there was discussion and updates on student learning outcomes, the accreditation process, and a legislative update.  The Adjunct Faculty Committee is working on a survey for recognition of adjunct faculty members. 

The PCCEA report to Senate included an update and information concerning the faculty survey for the upcoming Meet and Confer session.

There was discussion of the feasibility of locating counselors in area high schools.

Report — Chairperson of the Board

Officers were elected to the Board for 2008 at the Annual Meeting.  Scott Stewart will serve as Chair, Brenda Even will serve as Secretary.  Brenda Even will be the AADGB representative and Scott Stewart will be the alternate.

Plaques were presented by the Board in appreciation to Diane Lussier for service as Faculty Representative and to Sherry Wright for service as Staff Representative.

The date of the next Executive Session is incorrect on the printed agenda and should read February 19.

Motion to Authorize Executive Session PASSES
Motion No. 6787

Richard Fimbres – M, Marty Cortez – S, to authorize an Executive Session of the Board of Governors on February 19, 2008.

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)

The AADGB engaged in recent teleconferences and is currently setting up business plans for the coming year.

Chancellor’s Report

Chancellor Flores introduced Dr. Christal Albrecht, the new President of the Desert Vista Campus.

All Faculty Day is scheduled January 16 at West Campus with Barbara LaWall, Pima County Attorney, as the guest speaker.    

Chancellor Flores will meet with Representative Jennifer Burns, along with legislators and community college CEOs, regarding the possible creation of a state board and will continue negotiation of the role of the board.  The State of the State Luncheon is scheduled January 16 at the Tucson Convention Center. 

Chancellor Flores discussed concerns and challenges with the budget and local revenues.  The College will monitor the budget closely and will make adjustments accordingly.

The College is moving forward and making progress with the nursing faculty recruitment and now have four new nursing faculty members.

Monthly Financial Statements through November 2007

Executive Vice Chancellor David Bea gave an overview of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and reported on the preliminary monthly financial reports through November.  There was an increase in net assets of approximately $25 million, which is similar to the November 2006 net assets.  Operational revenues and expenditures are consistent with our expectations for this point in the year.

Information Items

Separations from Employment

Student Aide Hires

These items were noted as information items.

Action Items

Approval of Minutes

Motions to Approve Regular Meeting Minutes PASSES
Motion No. 6789

Marty Cortez – M, Richard Fimbres – S, to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 21, 2007.

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

Consent Agenda

Chair Stewart requested that 15.5  Grant Proposal/ Intergovernmental Agreement:  Governor’s Office of Highway Safety Southern Arizona DUI Task Force on the consent agenda be voted on separately due to Board member’s conflict of interest.

Motion to Approve Consent Agenda PASSES
Motion No. 6790

Richard Fimbres– M, Marty Cortez – S, to approve the Consent Agenda, with Addenda to Items 15.1 New Appointments; 15.2 Adjunct Faculty Appointments, and 15.3 Temporary Appointments.

Item and Title

15.1     New Appointments

15.2     Adjunct Faculty Appointments

15.3     Temporary Appointments

15.4     BP-5603:  Research Involving Human Subjects – Final Reading

15.6     Grant Proposal/Standard Agreement: Arizona Recycling Coalition Furthering Recycling in Arizona

15.7     Grant Proposal/Subrecipient Award and Agreement:  U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration Innovation Frontier Arizona

15.8     Intergovernmental Agreement:  City of Tucson on behalf of the Tucson Fire Department Addendum #8:  Paramedic Training Program

15.9     Curriculum Recommendation:  New Degree Program: Apparel Merchandising – Associate of Arts for Transfer (AA)

15.10   Curriculum Recommendation:  New Degree Program: Apparel Merchandising – Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

15.11   Curriculum Recommendation:  New Occupational Program:  Cabinetmaking – Certificate for Direct Employment

15.12   Curriculum Recommendation:  New Concentration:  Cabinetmaking concentration in the Building and Construction Technology Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

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

Grant Proposal/Intergovernmental Agreement:  Governor’s Office of Highway Safety Southern Arizona DUI Task Force

Motion to Approve DUI Task Force Grant PASSES
Motion No. 6791

Sherryn Marshall – M, Marty Cortez – S, approve the Southern Arizona DUI Task Force grant proposal, and, if funded, acceptance of the grant award and establishment of an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety for the period of October 31, 2007 through September 30, 2008..

Vote: Board members voted by roll call vote. Marty Cortez – “aye,” Scott Stewart – "aye," Sherryn Marshall – "aye," Brenda Even – “aye,” Richard Fimbres – "abstain." None were opposed.  Motion carried.

Adjournment

The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.