MINUTES

Regular Meeting - Board of Trustees

December 1, 1997

In accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, the Board of Trustees of the Austin Community College District convened in public session on Monday, December 1, 1997, at 6:05 p.m. in the Board Room (Room 201) of the District Administrative Offices located at 5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, Texas 78752, with the following members present: Carol Nasworthy, Chair/Presiding Officer; Beverly Watts Davis, Vice Chair [arrived at 6:50 p.m.]; Hunter Ellinger; Allen Kaplan; Della May Moore; Rafael Quintanilla, and John Worley. Lillian J. Davis, Secretary, and Sharon Knotts Green were absent.

It is further found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of this Board, the notice of this meeting has been posted and return thereof made pursuant to the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, and there has been full compliance with the terms and provisions of said act, including the timely posting of the subjects of this meeting.

 Community Dialogue

The Board of Trustees and Dr. Fonte, College President, met with members of the Manor Independent School District to discuss school-to-work and school-to-college issues. Dr. Nasworthy advised that Del Valle Independent School District administrators and school board members had also been invited to the meeting. Needs identified by participants include: advanced math and advanced placement programs; dual credit and co-enrollment programs; adjunct faculty recruitment; financial aid information; marketing tools for parents and students; and possible efficiency improvements such as libraries and bookstores to meet on-site needs.

Mr. George Jett, Superintendent of Manor ISD, expressed appreciation to Austin Community College for the opportunity to dialogue on student and school district needs. Dr. Nasworthy thanked the Manor Independent School District administrators and school board members for the valuable information provided to assist Austin Community College. Dr. Fonte stated that Austin Community College will continue to collaborate with education, business, and the community.

Recess

The meeting recessed at 7:10 p.m.

Reconvene

Dr. Nasworthy reconvened the December 1, 1997, meeting of the Austin Community College Board of Trustees at 7:20 p.m.

 Dr. Nasworthy stated that a report on the East Campus Architecture and Rendering would be moved from the President's Report and heard next. Representatives from Cotera, Kolar Negrete, Architects, presented drawings and a scale model proposed for the East Campus. Board members commented on the information provided. A community forum will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 16, at the Alternative Learning Center located at 900 Neal Street, to present this information to the citizens in the East Austin area.

Recognitions

Dr. Ana "Cha" Guzman, Vice President for Administration and Institutional Advancement, introduced the following new staff:

Linda Young, Director Grant Development

Carole Arrendondo, Director, Business Services

Verda Turnbo, Assistant Coordinator, Healthcare

Karen Hamlet and Mario Patrenella, ACC students and Peer Players, expressed appreciation to ACC for assistance provided in the first national conference for the Baccahus and Gamma Peer Education Network. Linda Caplin, founder of ACC Peer Players and advisor since 1993, was presented an award as Outstanding Advisor of the Year by Baccahus and Gamma National Peer Education Group.

Barbara Bolin, Associate Vice President for Workforce Development, introduced a videotape on the Employability Skills Core Certificate and presented an award from the Texas Skills Standards Board to Carol Nasworthy, Chair, ACC Board of Trustees, and Ron Lehman, Capital Area Workforce Development Board, recognizing demonstrated leadership in the creation of industry-driven partnerships; occupational skills standards; worker certification concepts; thereby, improving the competitiveness of Texas industry. Mr. Lehman spoke regarding the benefits which accrue from this type of collaboration.

Citizen's Communication

Randy Russell, Division Manager, City of Austin, addressed the Board regarding Agenda Item 6903, Consideration of Golf Course Management Lease.

Reports from Employee Associations

Full-Time Faculty Senate - Mike Midgley, President, asked the Board to postpone action regarding Agenda Items 6898, Consideration of College Policy B-5, Policy Development, and 6899, Consideration of Revision to College Policy E-1, Master Planning, until the Senate has the opportunity to present comments.

Adjunct Faculty Association - Beverly Kimbrough, President-Elect, also requested the Board postpone action on the policy items until the Association meets on December 5 to review the policies and provide comments. She stated the Adjunct Faculty Association supports Agenda Item 6906, Mandatory Adjunct Faculty Survey.

Professional/Technical Employees Association - No report was presented.

Classified Employees Association - No report was presented.

Information and Reports to the Board

Dr. Nasworthy called attention to the November 1997 Personnel Actions listed on pages 1-4 of the agenda.

Items for Consent

Dr. Nasworthy introduced items on the Consent Agenda

6897 Consideration of Approval of Minutes for November 3, 1997, and November 17, 1997

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees approve the minutes as presented.

6898 Consideration of Replacement of College Policy B-5, Policy Development

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees approve the proposed policy as presented.

6899 Consideration of Revision to College Policy E-1, Master Planning

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees approve the proposed revision to College Policy E-1, Master Planning, as presented.

6900 Consideration of a Resolution Regarding the Priority and Usage of Adult Education Funds

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees direct the administration to prioritize the use of adult education dollars in the 1998-99 budget process for students beyond normal legally covered high school age, and ESL services and services to welfare population needing basic skills for adults beyond legal high school.

That the Administration notify the Austin Independent School District of these budgetary priorities to allow for an orderly transition in the administration of the Robbins Academy for students of legal high school age.

 6901 Consideration of Purchase of LRS Library Automation System

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees award a contract to Innovative Interfaces, Inc., for LRS library automation system in the amount of $380,000 (paid over three years).

 6902 Consideration of Purchase of VTEL Compressed Video Equipment

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees authorize Administration to Negotiate and to Purchase the VTEL Compressed Video Equipment from Norstan Communication.

Beverly Watts Davis asked that Items 6898 and 6899 be removed from the Consent Agenda and Hunter Ellinger asked that Item 6905, Items for Discussion and Possible Action, be pulled from the Agenda as requested by the Associations.

 MOTION: Beverly Watts Davis moved and John Worley seconded that:

The Board of Trustees approve Consent Agenda Items 6897, 6900, 6901, and 6902, as presented.

VOTE: The motion passed by a unanimous vote of 6-0.

Not Voting: Carol Nasworthy, Chair

Absent: Trustees Lillian J. Davis and Sharon Knotts Green

6903 Consideration of Golf Course Management Lease

Dr. Nasworthy introduced the item and Dr. Fonte, College President, and Cha Guzman provided information concerning the item and the evaluation process.

Allen Kaplan moved and Della May Moore seconded that:

 MOTION: The Board of Trustees accept Recommendation #1 to select a privately-owned golf management company to lease and operate Riverside Golf Course rather than enter into an inter-local agreement with the City of Austin's Parks and Recreation Department.

 VOTE: The motion passed by a unanimous vote of 6-0.

Not Voting: Carol Nasworthy, Chair

Absent: Trustees Lillian J. Davis and Sharon Knotts Green

Information was presented by American Golf Corporation and Evergreen Alliance Golf Limited and each responded to six questions asked by the Board members (Attachment 1).

Della May Moore moved and Allen Kaplan seconded that:

MOTION: The Board of Trustees select American Golf Corporation for the lease contract for the Riverside Golf Course and authorize administration to negotiate and execute a contract with American Golf Corporation. If ACC is unable to reach agreement with the selected vendor, administration is authorized to negotiate and execute a contract with Evergreen Alliance Golf Limited.

 VOTE: The motion passed on a unanimous vote of 6-0.

Not Voting: Carol Nasworthy, Chair

Absent: Trustees Lillian J. Davis and Sharon Knotts Green

 6904 Consideration of Replacement of College Policy C-10, Purchasing

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees approve the proposed policy as presented.

As requested by Trustee Della May Moore, action on this item was postponed until the January 5, 1998, Board meeting.

 6905 Consideration of New College Policy C-12, Open Communication and Information

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees approve the proposed new policy as presented.

 At Trustee Hunter Ellinger's request, action on this item was postponed until the January 5, 1998, Board meeting.

 6906 Mandatory Adjunct Faculty Survey

 Dr. Nasworthy introduced the item and Dr. Fonte discussed response to the survey.

 Beverly Watts Davis moved and Hunter Ellinger seconded that:

MOTION: The Board of Trustees eliminate any "consequence" for failure to complete the "mandatory" adjunct faculty survey.

VOTE: The motion passed by a unanimous vote of 6-0.

Not Voting: Carol Nasworthy, Chair

Absent: Trustees Lillian J. Davis and Sharon Knotts Green

President's Report

Dr. Fonte introduced Steve Kinslow, Vice President for School Relations and Provost of Northridge and Open Campuses. Dr. Kinslow provided a progress report and update regarding the Multi-Institution Teaching Center (MITC) and stated that the agreement will be reviewed by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board in January 1998. He discussed the goals, primary partners, implementation/timelines for Phases One and Two, and governance. He also discussed the academic programs, including the general guidelines; initial ACC programs; and four-year/graduate programs.

Announcements

Dr. Nasworthy reminded Board members of the Silver Anniversary Celebration and Holiday Party on Friday evening, December 5, at Palmer Auditorium.

Dr. Nasworthy called attention to the Student Photo Exhibit/Reception to be held on Wednesday, December 10, from 12 noon-6 p.m., Room 3102 of the Northridge Campus.

Beverly Watts Davis advised that the Industry Games sponsored by Arnold Swartzenegger will be in Austin.

Adjournment

There being no motion before the Board, the December 1, 1997, meeting of the Austin Community College Board of Trustees was adjourned at 10:20 p.m.

 Approved By

Dr. Carol Nasworthy, Board Chair

Dr. Lillian J. Davis, Secretary

RFP 97-772-A

Riverside Golf Course

 Questions

 1. What is your company's proposed educational approach?

2. What are your proposed revenue payments to ACC?

Monthly Base Rent Payments

Additional Revenue Payments

 3. What are your proposed additional capital improvements?

 4. What is your company's experience/management qualifications?

 5. What is your proposed management approach?

 6. How strong is your company financially?

Comments? Last updated Dec. 16, 1997.