MINUTES

Regular Meeting - Board of Trustees

April 6, 1998

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, April 6, 1998, at 6:05 p.m. in the Board 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 [arrived at 6:15 p.m.]; Lillian J. Davis, Secretary; Hunter Ellinger; Sharon Knotts Green; Allen Kaplan; Rafael Quintanilla; and John Worley. Absent were Beverly Watts Davis, Vice Chair; and Della May Moore.

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

Secretary Lillian Davis welcomed the Capital Area Tech-Prep Consortium board members including Kathy Gillispie, Barbara Bolin, Sam Zigrossi, Kathey Wade, Randal Mays, Jeanna Akridge, Wila Vasquez, and Alonzo Woods, and Cassy Key, Executive Director of the Capital Area Tech-Prep Consortium. Steve Kinslow, Vice President for School Relations and Provost of Northridge and Open Campuses, distributed and discussed information concerning Tech-Prep (Early College Start Option) and a map of the Capital Area Tech-Prep Consortium Service Area. Dr. Fonte, College President, stated that Austin Community College is the fiscal agent for the Consortium. He advised that the area served by the Consortium is larger than the ACC service area and indicated that the purpose of the dialogue was to discuss school-to-work and school-to-college needs. Dr. Key provided materials concerning the history/benefits of Tech-Prep in the Capital Area and background information on the Tech-Prep Consortium.

The following ACC needs were identified by participants:

Providing a venue for bridge between TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills--for high school students--from Texas Education Agency) and WECOMs (Workforce Education Course Manual for post-secondary students--from Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board);

Being a catalyst from high school and college level to make sure that changes are compatible and that courses continue to provide a seamless merge into articulated pathways;
Marketing awareness information for parents and students;
Visiting with students and providing feedback to school districts regarding student's post-secondary experience;
Promoting and enhancing math, science, and communication skills needed for high-tech employment; and
Ensuring that the ACC Board and administrators stay in close touch with the labor market to enable good decisions to be made.

Members of the Consortium expressed appreciation to ACC for the distance learning programs and stated that these programs allow the smaller districts to provide enhanced learning opportunities to more adequately prepare students for college and/or entry into the work force.

Dr. Davis expressed appreciation to the members of the Capital Area Tech-Prep Consortium Board for the valuable information provided to Austin Community College regarding district and student needs.

Citizen’s Communication

Martina Hass, ACC student, inquired regarding the status of the Upholstery Program.

Denise McGullivray, ACC student, inquired regarding the status of the Upholstery Program.

Recognitions

Dr. Nasworthy recognized Beverly Silas, who will be a new Board member in Place 4.

Reports from Employee Associations

Full-Time Faculty Senate - No report was presented.

Adjunct Faculty Association - Lee Bartolino, President, reported on the April 3, 1998, General Assembly hosted by the Adjunct Faculty Association and expressed appreciation for attendance.

Professional/Technical Employees Association - Roslyn Wallace, President, expressed appreciation for ACC providing the opportunity to attend a four-hour professional development activity with Billy Lee on Workplace Savvy; voiced support for adding a statement to the College Ends Policy that ACC is a good place to be not only for students but also for employees; and distributed a chart of market comparisons for employee groups.

Classified Employees Association - Margie Shelnutt, President, distributed a draft of the Classified Association’s Salaries Proposal for FY 1999.

Student Leadership Association - Karen Hamlett, President, distributed information on the Student Government Association’s Proposed Budget for 1998; advised that the Candidates’ Forums scheduled for April have been canceled since there will be no ACC elections; and invited Trustees to attend Student Town Meetings: April 14, Riverside Campus (Lecture Hall), April 15, Rio Grande Campus (Main Theatre), and April 16, Northridge Campus (Student Mall).

Information and Reports to the Board

Personnel Actions, March 1998 - Dr. Geraldine Tucker, Associate Vice President, Human Resources, advised that there were no new employees to introduce.

ITEMS FOR CONSENT

Dr. Nasworthy introduced the items:

Agenda Item 6941

Minutes of the February 16, and March 2, 1998, Board of Trustees Meetings

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

Agenda Item 6942

Amendment to Board Policy E-8, Tuition Rates

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees, after any desired changes, adopt the proposed amendment to section [4] of policy E-8.

Agenda Item 6943

International Student Fee

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees approve a non-refundable $100 "international student application fee".

Agenda Item 6944

Extension of Financial Advisory Contract

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees extend for one year (5/1/98 to 4/30/99) a "Financial Advisory Contract" with Coastal Securities of San Antonio, Texas.

Agenda Item 6945

Consideration of Purchase of Open Campus Compressed Video Multiple Control Unit

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees award a contract to Norstan Communications for Multiple Control Unit (MCU) for compressed video interactive classroom system in the amount of $172,298.77.

Hunter Ellinger moved and Lillian Davis seconded that:

MOTION: Consent Agenda Items 6941, 6942, 6943, 6944, and 6945 be approved as recommended.

VOTE: The motion passed by unanimous vote.

Absent: Beverly Watts Davis and Della May Moore

Not Voting: Carol Nasworthy, Chair

ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION

Agenda Item 6946

Proposed New Board Policy A-4, College Ends

Dr. Nasworthy introduced the item. Board members discussed suggested changes. Dr. Nasworthy indicated the proposed policy will be sent to community leaders who participated in the January retreat, as well as community based organizations, labor organizations, etc., for comments. This item will appear on the May 4 agenda for possible action.

Agenda Item 6947

Board Policy B-4, Board of Trustees Bylaws

Dr. Nasworthy introduced the item and David Mendez, Legal Counsel, provided information concerning legal requirements for election of Board officers. This item will appear on the May 4 agenda for possible action.

Agenda Item 6948

Discussion of Draft Policy on Annexation and Prioritization of College Service Sites

Dr. Nasworthy introduced the item and David Mendez, Legal Counsel, provided information in response to questions from Board members. Dr. Fonte indicated Myra McDaniel, College Legal Counsel, is currently reviewing this topic and drafting language.

Agenda Item 6949

Northridge Cooling Tower Replacement

Dr. Lillian Davis, Secretary, introduced the item. [Dr. Nasworthy left the dais.] Daniel Perez, Associate Vice President for Facilities and Operations, provided information concerning the bid process and this project was included on the list of budget items for FY98 and was brought forward for action by the Board due to the dollar amount.

Allen Kaplan moved and Rafael Quintanilla seconded that:

MOTION: The Board of Trustees award the Northridge Cooling Tower Replacement contract to Central Texas Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc., in the amount of $230,849.

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

Absent: Beverly Watts Davis, Della May Moore, and Carol Nasworthy
President’s Report

Daniel Perez stated that there is access at the Oak Springs Library to the ACC web page providing updated information concerning the construction of the East Campus, although there is no access at a neighborhood elementary school. He distributed information regarding the East Campus and introduced Cour, Project Engineer at the East Campus. She provided an update on construction of the East Campus and introduced Shuronda Robinson, ADISA Communications, who will provide door hangers and monthly newsletters to citizens to keep the neighborhood informed regarding progress at the new campus. Additionally, a hot line will receive calls from citizen regarding concerns, and response will be provided within 72 hours. Copies of the door hangers and newsletters will also be provided to Board members. Mr. Perez responded to questions from Board members concerning utility permits.

Report on Dobie Center - Dr. Ana M. "Cha" Guzman, Vice President, Administration and Institutional Advancement, stated correspondence concerning the availability of Dobie Mall for purchase was referred to Jerry Miller, Associate Vice President for Business Services, for financial review and Daniel Perez for facility review. It was the recommendation from Dr. Guzman, based on the review by Mr. Miller and Mr. Perez, stated that this property would not be considered for purchase by Austin Community College.

Adjunct Faculty Survey—Second Report - Martha Oburn, Associate Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness, distributed information concerning the Adjunct Faculty Survey in the areas of Reliance on Adjunct Faculty; Reliance on Adjunct Faculty - Teaching Area; Basis of Certification; Quality Teaching; Criteria for Scheduling; Comparative Responsibilities, and Comparative Jobs.

Adjunct Faculty Comparative Pay - Penny Levisay, Employment Coordinator, Human Resources, distributed information and provided an overview of the Adjunct Faculty Salary Placement, including a brief history, placement procedures, and comparative data with other community colleges.

Announcements

Trustee Sharon Knotts Green stated a number of representatives from Austin Community College attended the Silver Anniversary Conference of Black Personnel in Higher Education held in Fort Worth on April 2-4, 1998.

Adjournment

Having no motion before the Board, the April 6, 1998, Regular Meeting of the Austin Community College Board of Trustees was adjourned at 9:50 p.m.

Approved By

Dr. Carol Nasworthy, Board Chair

Dr. Lillian J. Davis, Secretary