MINUTES

Regular Meeting – Board of Trustees

May 2, 2005

 

In accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of Texas Government Code, the Board of Trustees of the Austin Community College District convened in public session on Tuesday, May 2, 2005, at 6:05 p.m. in the Board Room (201) of the Highland Business Center of Austin Community College located at 5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, Texas, with the following members present: Dr. Barbara P. Mink, Chair/Presiding Officer; Mr. John F. Hernandez, Board Vice Chair; Mr. Jeffrey Richard, Secretary; Dr. Lillian J. Davis; Mr. Allen H. Kaplan; Ms. Nan McRaven [arrived at 6:15 p.m.]; Mr. Rafael Quintanilla; Ms. Veronica Rivera; and Dr. John Worley.

 

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.

 

Recognitions

·        Ms. Gerry Tucker, Associate Vice President for Human Resources, introduced new employee Alicia Del Rio, Coordinator, Government and Community Relations.

·        Report on Achievements and Recognitions – Dr. Kathleen Christensen, Associate Vice President, presented the Kudos Report and called attention to recent awards/recognitions received by faculty/programs, staff, students, and Austin Community College.

·        Mr,. Alex Brown, Chair-Elect of the Austin Community College Foundation Board, presented a $100,000 check to the ACC Foundation:  $50,000 from AMD matched by $50,000 from friends of Mr. Gary Heerson .  Mr. Daron Butler, Chair of the ACC Foundation, announced establishment of the Gary Heerson Memorial Scholarship in Electronics at Austin Community College.

·        Mr. Mike Dellens, ACC Math Instructor, and Mr. Daron Butler, Chair of the ACC Foundation, presented checks to the following student math Round 2 contest winners:  Joseph Osmany; Eloy Olivo; Tim Tennant; Geeta Persad; Luke Wyman; Elom Tsogbe; Trang Dinh; Robert Eells;    Michael Lefkowitz; and Matthew Ulrich.

·        Ms. Mary Kohls, ACC Instructor and Faculty Advisor for Phi Theta Kappa, recognized Mr. Arthur Vargas, newly-elected Internation President of Phi Theta Kappa, and spoke regarding the Austin Community College Chapter having been recognized as the Top Chapter—5 Star.

 

Citizens Communication

·        Ms. Judy Doyen, ACC Employee, spoke regarding the Presidential Vacancy.

·        Mr. Jimmy Castro, citizen, spoke regarding ACC Annexation Election.

·        Dr. Terry Thomas, ACC/AFT Local 7249, provided a union report.

·        Mr. David Chu, citizen, spoke regarding ACC President.

·        Mr. Fred Butler, Community Action Network, spoke regarding Presidential appointment.

·        Mr. Daron K. Butler, citizen, spoke regarding Presidential appointment.

·        Ms. Barbara Cilley, citizen, spoke regarding Presidential search.

·        Mr. Richard Cilley, citizen, spoke regarding Presidential search.

·        Mr. Mark Goodrich, ACC employee, spoke regarding Presidential search.

·        Ms. Becky Villarreal, citizen, spoke regarding Presidential search.

·        Ms. Judy Green, citizen, spoke regarding Presidential appointment.

·        Mr. Sandy Dochen, citizen, spoke regarding Presidential appointment.

·        Mr. Jimmy Ferguson, business person, spoke regarding Presidential appointment.

·        Mr. Michael Sanchez, ACC student, spoke regarding Presidential appointment.

·        Ms. Rita D. Gonzales-Garza, LULAC #650, spoke regarding Presidential search.

·        James “Levi” Barnes, ACC student, spoke regarding selection of President.

·        Ms. Eliza May, Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, spoke regarding Presidential search..

 

Reports from Associations

·        Adjunct Faculty Association – Mr. John Herndon, President, spoke regarding the Presidential search; Board Policy F-10, Employee Compensation; and Adjunct Faculty Association election.

·        Classified Employees Association –Sue Bloodsworth, President, spoke regarding Board Policies F-5; Employee Advancement and Placement, and F-10; Employee Compensation; and the June ACC blood drive.

·        Full-Time Faculty Senate – Mr. Larry Willoughby, President, spoke regarding Board Policy F-10, Employee Compensation. Presidential selection process, and communication.

·        Professional-Technical Employees Association – Ms. Linda Morrison, President, spoke regarding Human Resource Committees, Association survey regarding ACC Presidential process; and stated the Associations quarterly meeting would be held on Friday, May 6, with reports from the shared governance committees.

·        Student Government AssociationMr. James “Levi” Barnes stated this was his last Board meeting to attend as the SGA President and expressed appreciation for the learning process.  He introduced Mr. Michael Sanchez, newly elected SGA President.  Mr. Sanchez stated the new officers of the Association would be introduced at the June Board meeting; spoke regarding the Presidential selection process and stated the SGA would like to be part of any process; and called attention to the August 14 Tsunami event.

 

The Board expressed appreciation to Mr. James “Levi” Barnes for his assistance with the successful bond election and the many other activities with which he worked.  It was noted that his work would pay major dividends for students in the College.

 

President’s Administrative Report

Dr. Steve Kinslow, Executive Vice President and Administrator-In-Charge, provided an update on major Request for Proposals anticipated within the next few weeks and a brief update of full-time faculty hiring.  He provided a reminder regarding the ACC Graduation, May 7, 7 p.m., at the Frank C. Erwin Center.

 

Reports to the Board

Financial Report – March 2005 -- Mr. Ben Ferrell, Vice President for Business Services, called attention to the March 2005 Financial Statement which noted:

 

Mr. Fererll called attention to the Revenue Summary and Expenditures and Transfers Summary.  He stated :

·        the College remains approximately $1.2 million under revenue;

·        Spring enrollments increased about 1.7%

·        projected a $500,000 net revenue over expenses for the year through the end of August 2005;. And

·        cash balances are in line at approximately $120 million, including $80 million in bond projects.

Monthly Construction Update – Mr. Ferrell provided an update on current construction and renovation projects including a major facilities projects summary, a facilities update regarding Eastview Campus – Health Sciences Building ($15,450,000); Eastview Campus – Environmental Testing; South Austin Campus ($21,000,000); Cypress Creek Expansion ($25,000,000); Northridge Parking Lot ($580,000); Pinnacle Parking Lot ($650,000); Rio Grande Campus ($33,950,000); San Marcos/Hays County; Riverside Zoning; Riverside Renovations; and Northridge Student Service Renovations.

 

CONSENT AGENDA

 

Chair Mink introduced the Consent Agenda:

 

Agenda Item 8057

Approval of Minutes of the of the March 24, 2005, Special Meeting—Forum; April 4, 2005, Regular Meeting; April 18, 2005, Special Meting; and April 18, 2005, Work Session of the Austin Community College Board of Trustees

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

 

Agenda Item 8058

Approval of Revisions to Board Policies:  A-4, Tuition Rates; B-3, Code of Ethics – Board of Trustees; B-6, Monitoring Policy Compliance; F-5, Employee Placement/Advacement; and G-7, Property Taxes

Recommendation:  That the Board of Trustees approve the proposed revisions to the above-listed policies.

 

Agenda Item 8059

Approval of Amendment to Architect’s Contract for South Austin Campus

Recommendation:  That the Board of Trustees approve an amendment in the amount of $425,000 to the architect’s contract for the re-design of the South Austin Campus.

 

Agenda Item 8060

Approval of Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree

Recommendation:  That the Board of Trustees approve three degree programs leading to the Associate of Arts in Teaching:

·        Associate of Arts in Teaching – 8-12 Grade Levels

·        Associate of Arts in Teaching – Early Childhood-4 and 4-8 Grade Levels

·        Associate of Arts in Teaching – Early Childhood-4 Grade Level/Early Childhood Specialization

 

Agenda Item 8061

Approval of TexasTERM and TexasDAILY Investment Pools

Recommendation:  That the Board of Trustees approve a Participation Agreement authorizing participation in the TexasTERM and TexasDAILY local government investment pools.

 

Trustees Rivera and Worley requested Agenda Item 8058, Revisions to Board Policies A-4, Tuition Rates; B-3, Code of Ethics – Board of Trustees; F-5, Employee Advancement and Placement; and G-7, Property Taxes be pulled for discussion.

 

Trustee Allen Kaplan requested Agenda Item 8059, Approval of Amendment to Architect’s Contract for South Austin Campus.

 

Board Chair Barbara Mink requested Agenda Item 8061, Approval of TexasTERM and TexasDAILY Investments Pools.

 

Trustees moved and Jeffrey Richard seconded that:

MOTION:  The Board of Trustees approve Agenda Items 8057, Approval of Minutes of the of the March 24, 2005, Special Meeting—Forum; April 4, 2005, Regular Meeting; April 18, 2005, Special Meting; and April 18, 2005, Work Session of the Austin Community College Board of Trustees and 8060, Approval of Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree as presented.

The motion passed on a vote of 9-0.

FOR:  Lillian J. Davis, John F. Hernandez, Allen H. Kaplan, Nan McRaven, Barbara P. Mink, Rafael Quintanilla, Jeffrey Richard, Veronica Rivera, and John Worley.

AGAINST:  None.

 

Recess

Dr. Mink recessed the May 2, 2005, Regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of Austin Community College at 7:50 p.m. for a short break.

 

Reconvene

The Board of Trustees of Austin Community College reconvened in public session at 8:03 p.m. on May 2, 2005, pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.

 

Agenda Item 8058

Approval of Revisions to Board Policies:

Board Policy A-4, Tuition Rates

Trustee John Worley moved and Rafael Quintanilla seconded that:

 

MOTION:   the Board approve the proposed amendments including an amendment to the Value Statement to read:

While tuition, like other costs, will rise over time, ACC will strive to make for minimal increases only when necessary to support District operations; to announce increases prior to the beginning of the new academic years, and to remain the lowest-cost provider of higher education.

 

and an amendment to section [2]:

[2] In order To maintain a tuition differential that is fair both to ACC taxpayers and to Texas-resident ACC students who live outside the taxing district, the credit-hour differential for such students shall reflect the local tax effort in support of in-district students. It shall thus be the ratio of annual property-tax revenues to annual in-district credit hours.  If out-of-district tuition must be raised to reach this level, the Board may phase in the increase over time to avoid an unduly harsh impact on out-of-district students. except that any year-to-year increase in the differential shall be no more than $3 per credit-hour. (Trustee McRaven/administration recommend to delete). While financial circumstances may necessitate consideration of tuition increases, the College will assist students in anticipating increases by generally approving them only once per year as part of development/approval of the next year’s annual operating budget.  The President is authorized and encouraged to use any available method to lessen the impact of this tuition differential on economically-disadvantaged students.

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VOTE:  The motion passed on a vote of 9-0.

FOR:  Lillian J. Davis, John F. Hernandez, Allen H. Kaplan, Nan McRaven, Barbara P. Mink, Rafael Quintanilla, Jeffrey Richard, Veronica Rivera, and John Worley.

AGAINST:  None.

 

Dr. Worley called attention to the need to review this policy again in six months and consider revising the last sentence of [2] to read:  “The President is required authorized and encouraged to use any available method of lessen the impact of the tuition differential on economically-disadvantaged students.”

 

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A-4. TUITION RATES

Value Statements

          The Board of Trustees values ACC’s role as the first point of access to higher education for many students.

          Consequently, the Board is committed to ACC’s tuition being the lowest among other local higher education institutions.

          Tuition is intended to cover the operational costs of the district which are not subsidized by State appropriations and local taxes.

          While tuition, like other operating costs will rise over time, ACC shall strive to make for minimal increases only when necessary to support the District operations, to announce increases prior to the beginning of the next new academic years, and to remain the lowest-cost local provider of higher education.

                [1] The tuition rates for in-district college-credit students shall be set by the Board. Except when the Board explicitly directs otherwise, tuition rates for other students shall be set by the President in accordance with this policy. To the extent feasible, general charges shall be assessed as tuition.

                [2] In order To maintain a tuition differential that is fair both to ACC taxpayers and to Texas-resident ACC students who live outside the taxing district, the credit-hour differential for such students shall reflect the local tax effort in support of in-district students. It shall thus be the ratio of annual property-tax revenues to annual in-district credit hours.  If out-of-district tuition must be raised to reach this level, the Board may phase in the increase over time to avoid an unduly harsh impact on out-of-district students.  Except that any year-to-year increase in the differential shall be no more than $3 per credit-hour.  While financial circumstances may necessitate consideration of tuition increases, the College will assist students in anticipating increases by generally approving them only once per year as part of development/approval of the next year’s annual operating budget. The President is authorized and encouraged to use any available method to lessen the impact of this tuition differential on economically-disadvantaged students.

                [3] The further per-credit-hour differential in tuition rates for students who do not qualify as Texas residents shall be no less than the ratio of all revenues from state government to total credit hours by in-state students.

                [4] The President may adopt rules waiving all or part of the tuition and/or other charges for senior citizens or students enrolled under a joint-credit agreement with a school district, with an annual report to the Board on the nature and extent of such waivers.

                [5] The President shall set charges for non-credit and continuing-education classes that at least cover operational, indirect, and overhead costs, except where specific below-cost sectors have been approved by Board vote programs have been exempted from these criteria by Board approval.

 

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Agenda Item 8058

Approval of Revisions to Board Policies:

Board Policy B-3, Code of Ethics – Board of Trustees

Trustee Rivera moved and Jeffrey Richard seconded that:

MOTION:  The Board of Trustees approve the proposed revisions to Board Policy B-3, Code of Ethics – Board of Trustees, including editing of the proposed section [6] to read:

 

[6] To respect the Board’s community linkages processes, and to avoid perceptions of conflicts of interest, Trustees will avoid individual meetings with people or organizations that are seeking business with the College when a decision about such business is immediate or reasonably soon.  During such as a Request for Proposals, Request for Qualifications, or other bid or procurement solicitation is before the public or being deliberated to the College or Board, .  Trustees will observe a period of not meeting with interested persons or organizations about the matter, nor discussing the matter with any interested party or organization.  Such a “quiet” period would apply only to maters of immediate business, and should not be construed to limit meetings between Trustees and others on other topics.

 

Trustee Lillian Davis moved that the last sentence of [6] be deleted.

Trustees discussed possible elimination of the last sentence in [6].

Trustee Davis withdrew her motion and stated the need to review this policy again in six months.

VOTE:  The original motion passed on a vote of 9-0.

FOR:  Lillian J. Davis, John F. Hernandez, Allen H. Kaplan, Nan McRaven, Barbara P. Mink, Rafael Quintanilla, Jeffrey Richard, Veronica Rivera, and John Worley.

AGAINST:  None.

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B-3. CODE OF ETHICS - BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Value Statements

          The Board of Trustees supports the highest ethical standards in performing its duties.

          The Board of Trustees will model the recognized best practices associated with policy governance models.

          The governing board will be conscientious in following all Board policies and in maintaining a distinction between issues of governance and college operations.

A.  Standards of Conduct

The Austin Community College Board of Trustees endorses the following standards of conduct for individual ACC trustees:

                [1] To identify and disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest, and to act at all times for the general public good, regardless of personal friendships, relations, or interests.   Although Texas law allows the election of a trustee who has a spousal or other familial relation with an employee of the college, neither such a trustee nor the employee related to him or her the trustee may take advantage of the relationship to obtain favorable consideration, to influence operational matters, or to gain access to information not available under the Texas Open Records Act.

                [2] To keep well-informed on board-related issues, and to attend and participate actively in meetings of the board and its committees.

                [3] To encourage and engage in open and honest discussion in making board decisions, to respect differences of opinion, and to keep an open mind until everyone has been heard from.

                [4] To respect the board's collective decision process, and to accurately report and explain board votes and policies.

                [5] To carefully avoid the assertion of board authority or preference as an individual trustee or in concert with other trustees, other than at official board meetings or as a result of official board actions.

[6] To respect the Board’s community linkages processes, and to avoid perceptions of conflicts of

interest, Trustees will avoid individual meetings with people or organizations that are seeking business with the College when a decision about such business is immediate or reasonably soon.  During such as a Request for Proposals, Request for Qualifications, or other bid or procurement solicitation is before the public or being deliberated to the College or Board, .  Trustees will observe a period of not meeting with interested persons or organizationsabout the matter, nor discussing the matter with any interested party or organization.  Such a “quiet” period would apply only to maters of immediate business, and should not be construed to limit meetings between Trustees and others on other topics.

[7] To respect the authority and responsibilities of other people within the college or external contractors, empowering them to work without interference within the limits of board policy.

                [8] To maintain the confidentiality of privileged information, as outlined in the Texas Open Records and Meetings Act.

                [9] To refrain from any attempt to influence any operational decision, including but not limited to individual admissions, personnel, or purchasing decisions, except when the decision is an agenda topic at an official board meeting.  Specifically, Board members may not have any communications about a grievance with any person who has a grievance pending.

                [10] To be scrupulous in requesting only authorized, legitimate reimbursement of college-related expenses, following the same rules and guidelines required of Austin Community College employees for travel.

[11] To interact with each other as well as employees, students, and other citizens in a manner that creates and sustains mutual respect.

B. Code of Ethics

The mechanisms for enforcement of the Code of Ethics will be:

[1] Any person, with supporting information, may allege noncompliance with the Code to the Board Chair (or the Vice-Chair if the Chair is the target of the allegation).  The Board will be advised when any allegation has been raised.

[2] The Chair or Vice-Chair will undertake a process to resolve the complaint.

[3] If either the complainant or the Board member requests, the Chair will name an independent third party to investigate the complaint and report to the Board.

[4] If the Board finds a violation of the Code, it will reprimand or censure the Board member, which is the only sanction available to it under Texas law.

 

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Agenda Item 8058

Approval of Revisions to Board Policies:

Board Policy  F-5, Employee Advancement and Placement

Trustee Rivera asked that information from Sue Bloodsworth, President, Classified Employees Association be discussed regarding a possible amendment to state “mid-point in range” section [a].

 

Trustees discussed the proposed language and stated the need for definition of the term “mid-point” and the principle which lead to choosing step 12.

 

Trustee Rivera moved and Jeffrey Richard seconded that:

MOTION:  The Board of Trustees postpone further discussion and possible action on this Board policy until the next meeting.

VOTE:  The motion passed on a unanimous vote of 9-0.

FOR:  Lillian J. Davis, John F. Hernandez, Allen H. Kaplan, Nan McRaven, Barbara P. Mink, Rafael Quintanilla, Jeffrey Richard, Veronica Rivera, and John Worley.

AGAINST:  None.

Agenda Item 8058

Approval of Revisions to Board Policies:

Board Policy G-7, Property Taxes

Trustee Rivera requested information regarding section {2} and what other jurisdictions may be doing regarding the 1%.  Neil Vickers, Director of Budget and Finance, provided information. 

Trustees Quintanilla moved and Kaplan seconded that:

MOTION:  The Board of Trustees approve only the proposed addition of the Value Statement to Board Policy G-7, Property Taxes.

Trustee Lillian Davis requested a Friendly Amendment to section [2] to read:

[2] The homestead exemption for the Austin Community College District shall be could be the greater of $5000 or 1% of the assessed individual-property value.

Trustee Quintanilla accepted the Friendly Amendment.  Trustee Kaplan did not accept the Friendly Amendment and withdrew his second of the Motion.

Trustee Richard seconded the Motion and accepted the Friendly Amendment.

Trustees discussed the motion.

VOTE:  The motion passed on a vote of 5-4.

FOR:  Dr. Lillian J. Davis; Mr. John Hernandez, Dr. Barbara Mink, Mr. Rafael Quintanilla, and Mr. Jeffrey Richard.

AGAINST:  Mr. Allen H. Kaplan, Ms. Nan McRaven, Ms. Veronica Rivera, and Dr. John Worley.

 

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G-7. PROPERTY TAXES

Value Statements

          The College recognizes that an adequate tax base and tax rate are critical factors which impact the College’s tuition rate.

The College President, as the Chief Executive Officer, shall use the following principles in planning and budgeting for local property tax rates:

[1] To maintain a fair balance between financial support from taxes and from tuition, the rate shall be that which makes the fraction of revenues derived from taxes approximately match the average for Texas metropolitan-area community colleges, or a lower rate as needed to stay under the level which would require a tax election or keep the annual increase from exceeding one cent per $100 (or two cents per $100 if there has been no increase in the previous two years).

 [2] The homestead exemption for the Austin Community College District shall be could be the greater of $5000 or 1% of the assessed individual-property value.

[3] The additional homestead exemption for elderly or disabled shall be $75,000.

[4] The Austin Community College District shall participate in the system of tax reductions for proper­ties designated as histori­cal landmarks.  The exemp­tion shall be at the following rates:

Type of Use or Owner

Improvements

 Land

Owner-occupied Residence / Non-Profit / Government

   100%

 50%

Commercial Properties

     50%

 25%

 

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Agenda Item 8059

Approval of Amendment to Architect’s Contract for South Austin Campus

Dr. Mink introduced the item and Ben Ferrell, Vice President for Business Services, provided information in response to questions from Trustees.

 

Trustees Allen Kaplan moved and Nan McRaven seconded that:

MOTION:  The Board of Trustees approve an amendment to the PageSoutherlandPage’s contract in the amount of $425,000 to cover the costs of the two-phased redesign of the South Austin Campus.

VOTE:  The motion passed on a vote of 7-2.

FOR:  Lillian J. Davis, Allen H. Kaplan, Nan McRaven, Barbara P. Mink, Rafael Quintanilla, Jeffrey Richard, and Veronica Rivera.

AGAINST:  John Hernandez and John Worley.

 

Agenda Item 8061

Approval of TexasTERM and TexasDAILY Investment Pools

Dr. Mink introduced the item and Ms. Susan Anderson, ACC investment advisor, responded to questions from Trustees regarding the College investment advisor’s role between PFM Inc, and TexasTERM and Texas DAILY Investment Pools.

 

Trustees Nan McRaven moved and Veronica Rivera seconded that:

MOTION:  The Board of Trustees approve a participation agreement authorizing participation in the TexasTERM and TexasDAILY local government investment pools.

VOTE:  The motion passed on a vote of 8-0.

FOR:  Lillian J. Davis, Allen H. Kaplan, Nan McRaven, Barbara P. Mink, Rafael Quintanilla, Jeffrey Richard, and Veronica Rivera.

AGAINST:  None.

ABSENT:  Trustee John Hernandez was absent for the vote.

 

Agenda Item 8062

Discussion and Possible Action on Search Process for and/or Appointment of Replacement of College President

Dr. Mink introduced the item.

 

Trustees Nan McRaven moved and Lillian J. Davis seconded that:

Motion:  Dr. Stephen Kinslow be the sole finalist for the President of Austin Community College and that the Board of Trustees meet this evening with Dr. Kinslow in Executive Session to discuss the terms of the position.  I further move that the tenure of this position, which will be part of this term, not exceed two years.  Additionally, I move that the Board of Trustees begin a presidential search for a new, long-term President--“long-term” is key here--not later than the Fall, third quarter, of 2006.

 

Recess

The Board of Trustees recessed into Executive Session at 9:03 p.m. on Monday, May 2, 2005, related to personnel matters pursuant to Government Code 551.074. 

 

Reconvene

The Board of Trustees reconvened in public session at 10:03 p.m. on Monday, May 2, 2005, pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.

 

Trustees Nan McRaven moved and Lillian J. Davis seconded that:

MOTION:  This motion be tabled and considered at the May 16, 2005, Board meeting.  This would provide an opportunity for the Board to meet to interview Dr. Stephen Kinslow for President of Austin Community College.

VOTE:  The motion passed on a vote of 9-0.

FOR:  Lillian J. Davis, John F. Hernandez, Allen H. Kaplan, Nan McRaven, Barbara P. Mink, Rafael Quintanilla, Jeffrey K. Richard, Veronica Rivera, and John Worley.

AGAINST:  None.

 

Agenda Item 8063

Proposed Revisions to Board Policies F-10, Employee Compensation, and G-2, Purchasing

Dr. Mink introduced the item.

 

Trustees Allen Kaplan moved and John Worley seconded that:

MOTION:  The Board of Trustees approve Board Policy F-10 [10] as in the current policy.

Trustees discussed the motion.

Mr. Kaplan withdrew the motion.

 

Trustees Allen Kaplan moved and John Worley seconded that:

MOTION:  The Board of Trustees approve Board Policy F-10 as in the current policy and add the proposed Value Statement.

Trustees discussed the motion.

Mr. Kaplan withdrew the motion.

 

Trustees Allen Kaplan moved and John Worley seconded that:

MOTION:  The Board of Trustees approve Board Policy F-10 [10] as proposed: 

[10] When a budget falls short of meeting the goals of this policy, the budget shall allocate between 4% and 6% of projected annual revenues for market-level adjustments, cost-of-living increases, and experience adjustments, stipends, and awards.

Trustees discussed the motion.

 

Trustees Veronica Rivera moved and Nan McRaven seconded:

MOTION:  Board Policy F-10, Employee Compensation, and G-2, Purchasing, be tabled until the next meeting.

VOTE:  The motion passed on a vote of 9-0.

FOR:  Lillian J. Davis, John F. Hernandez, Allen H. Kaplan, Nan McRaven, Barbara P. Mink, Rafael Quintanilla, Jeffrey K. Richard, Veronica Rivera, and John Worley.

AGAINST:  None.

 

Trustees discussed the lateness of the hour and the remaining agenda items.

Trustees Barbara Mink moved and Veronica Rivera seconded that:

MOTION:  The May 2, 2005, meeting of the Board of Trustees be adjourned and Agenda Items 8063:  Proposed Revisions to Board Policies F-10, Employee Compensation and G-2, Purchasing; 8064, Overview:  Master Plan Revision (06-08); and 8065, Overview of FY06 Budget—Projected Revenues and Expenses, be included on the agenda of the May 16 Board Work Session.

VOTE:  The motion passed on a vote of 9-0.

FOR:  Lillian J. Davis, John F. Hernandez, Allen H. Kaplan, Nan McRaven, Barbara P. Mink, Rafael Quintanilla, Jeffrey K. Richard, Veronica Rivera, and John Worley.

AGAINST:  None.

 

Adjournment

Having no motion before the Board, the May 2, 2005, Regular Meeting of the Austin Community College Board of Trustees was adjourned at 10:15 p.m.

 

Approved By

Jeffrey Richard, Secretary