GAVILAN JOINT COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

REGULAR MEETING, BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Tuesday, October 9, 2007

CLOSED SESSION – 6:00 p.m.    OPEN SESSION – 7:00 p.m.

Hospira Solutions, 755 Jarvis Drive, Morgan Hill

 

MINUTES

                                                                                                

I.         CALL TO ORDER

      The meeting was called to order by Mark Dover at 6:01 p.m.

1.      Roll Call

Trustees:  Mark Dover, Deb Smith, Elvira Robinson, Leonard Washington, Kent Child, Laura Perry

 

2.      Recess to closed session

      The Board recessed to closed session at 6:01 p.m.

 

II.       OPEN SESSION 7:00 p.m.

1.      Call to Order

      The meeting was called to order by Mark Dover at 7:00 p.m.

 

2.      Roll Call

Mark Dover, Deb Smith, Elvira Robinson, Leonard Washington, Kent Child, Mark Dover

 

      Dr. Steven M. Kinsella, President      

      Joe Keeler, Vice President of Admin. Services         

      John Pruitt, Vice President of Student Services

 

      Rosie Armstrong, Professional Support Staff

     

      Suzanne Bulle, Recording Secretary

 

Others in Attendance: Robin Egbert, Amanda Marshall-Kapp, Jesse I. Sandow,

Susan L.  Sweeney, Frances Lozano, Jan Bernstein Chargin, Carol Kessinger, Lorraine Welk, Rachel I. Perez, Fran Lopez, Sherrean Carr, Tim Holliday

     

3.      Pledge of Allegiance

Trustee Robinson led the pledge of allegiance.

     

4.      Report of any action taken in closed session

No action taken in closed session.

 

5.      Consent Agenda

MSC (Smith/Washington) unanimously carried to approve the consent agenda as revised.

 

6.      Approval of Agenda

      MSC (Perry/Smith) unanimously carried to approve the agenda.

 

7.      Comments from the Public - This is a time for the public to address the Board

Amanda Marshall-Kapp, student, stated that she also works in the Gavilan College Library, expressed a concern from students about the lack of time available in the Digital Media open lab, instructor sometimes comes in late and leaves early.  Students would like the open lab, which now closes at 3:30 p.m., to remain open as the Library, Writing Center, and Tutoring.  She noted that the Cafeteria remains open until 8:30 p.m. Tim Holliday distributed the schedule for Digital Media to board members. Robin Egbert stated that the quality of the program, lab and equipment and instructor, Bob Beede are excellent.  Steve stated that this is the first time he has heard of the issue and would like to obtain more information about student demand, needed faculty, and the number of students affected.  Additional discussions can then take place to find possible solutions.  Sherrean will meet with students.  Amanda asked if this item could be placed on the next board agenda.

 

8.Officers' Reports

 

(a)   Vice Presidents

John reported that enrollment for fall is up 11%.  A High School Partners Reception and Social Gathering, hosted by the Gavilan College Educational Foundation, will take place Oct. 11 at the Clubhouse at Coyote Creek Golf Club for area superintendents, principals, and counselors of feeder high schools.  President Bush signed legislation to increase Pell awards over the next 4 years.  It will also bring down the interest rate for student loans.  The deadline has passed for applications to be received for the position of student trustee.  One student has indicated interest and elections are scheduled Oct. 16-18.

 

(b)   College President

Steve announced that two members of the Accreditation Team, Bill Scroggins and David Viar will visit Gavilan College on Nov. 6. Steve and Suzanne will be visiting Sierra College as part of an accreditation team Oct. 15-18.  Steve will be conducting a follow up visit at the College of the Redwoods on Nov. 20.

 

(c)   Academic Senate

No representative

 

(d)  Professional Support Staff

       Rosie reported that CSEA met on Sept. 12 and is continuing the effort to raise funds for scholarships.  The next meeting is scheduled for Oct. 19.

 

            (e)  Student Representative

      Tim Holliday announced that he chose to resign 3 weeks ago because he was falling behind in academics.  He will continue to work with students to help lower book prices and with the Digital Media Lab.

 

(f)   Board Member Comments

Trustee Child announced that former college instructor; Jon Porter passed away recently and acknowledged his many years of service at Gavilan College. Trustee Perry thanked Steve and others for the Community Spirit Awards event.  Trustee Washington thanked John Pruitt for the timely response to his inquiry about veteran college credits.

 

(g)  Board President

No report

 

  1. Board Committee Reports

Trustee Smith reported that the Board Facilities Committee met and reviewed: Measure E Phase 2 & 3, estimated cost of $1.8 million, using a variety of sources including Measure E funds, discussed overall work plan over a 12 month period, preserve as much parking as possible, lighting still remains a priority; during the work planned portable lights will be used.  At the November board meeting a presentation made to the full Board.  Other campus projects were discussed, review of projects in process, San Benito County, Coyote Valley, and Aviation.  Trustee Smith thanked Steve, Joe, and staff for their hard work.  Joe reported that an action item for the design and planning portion will be presented at the November board meeting.

 

Trustee Washington reported that Policy Committee met and the Board Policy 2725 Board Member Compensation will be brought back to the board next month.

 

10.     Information/Staff Reports

 

      (a)  Amendments to Administrative Procedures – Second Reading

            3250 Institutional Planning

            4020 Program and Curriculum Development

 

Steve reported that Administrative Procedures come to the board as information and are approved by the college president.  The two items relate specifically to the Accreditation Progress Report.

 

(b)  Amendments to Board Policies – First Reading

      2725 Board Member Compensation

      2360 Minutes

      2105 Election of Students Members

      3310 Records Retention and Destruction

      3410 Non-discrimination

      3540 Sexual and Other Assaults on Campus

      3720 Computer Use

      4020 Program and Curriculum Development

      4050 Articulation

      4220 Standards of Scholarship

      4225 Course Repetition

      5120 Transfer Center

      5500 Standards of Conduct

      5550 Speech: Time, Place and Manner

      5700 Athletics

      6600 Capital Construction

      6800 Safety

      7120 Recruitment and Hiring

      7335 Health Examinations

      7700 Whistleblower Protection

 

      Amendments to Administrative Procedures – First Reading

      3300 Public Records

      3310 Records Retention and Destruction

      3500 Campus Safety

      4300 Field Trips and Excursions

      4255 Disqualification and Dismissal

      4250 Probation

      4231 Grade Changes

      4225 Course Repetition

      4222 Remedial Coursework

      5011 Admission of High School and Other Young Students

      5013 Students in the Military

      5120 Transfer Center

      5500 Standards of Conduct

      5550 Speech: Time, Place, and Manner

      5700 Athletics

      6340 Bids and Contracts

      6550 Disposal of Property

      6600 Capital Construction

      7212 Part-Time Faculty: Screening

      7346 Employees Called to Military Duty

      7700 Whistleblower Protection

     

Most of the changes are a result of government and education code changes.  There will be a change in the board member compensation Board Policy 2725 and will be presented separately for approval by the board next month.

     

(c)  Stand-Alone Courses

      Steve reported that due to a change in the education code the Board will be required to take action on new curriculum and curriculum changes.

 

III.   ACTION ITEMS

1.      Old Business

(a)  Accreditation Progress Report

Steve reported that upon approval of the report it will be mailed to the Commission tomorrow. MSC (Robinson/Child) unanimously carried to approve the accreditation progress report. Fran Lopez thanked constituent groups for support and input, Jan Chargin for her work on preparing the document for printing; Kyle Billups for his work on going live with the document on the web site.  Trustee Dover thanked Fran for her leadership in preparation of the report.

 

2.      New Business

            (a)  Board Self-Evaluation – Schedule Meetings for Board Evaluation Subcommittee and Board Goals

                  Subcommittee members: Deb Smith, Tom Breen, and Leonard Washington, will meet on Nov. 13, 5:00-6:00 p.m.  The evaluation instrument will be sent out to board members.  The President’s Office will summarize the information and send to the subcommittee members.  MSC (Smith/Holliday) unanimously carried to approve subcommittee and meeting date.

 

            (b)  Curriculum

                  MSC (Robinson/Child) unanimously carried to approve curriculum.

 

            (c)  Memorandum of Understanding between Gilroy Unified School District and Gavilan Joint Community College – CAHSEE Preparation Grant

                  MSC (Child/Perry) unanimously carried to approve memorandum of understanding between Gilroy Unified School District and Gavilan Joint Community College – CAHSEE Preparation Grant.

 

            (d)  Memorandum of Understanding between San Benito High School District and Gavilan Joint Community College – CAHSEE Preparation Grant

                  MSC (Child/Robinson) unanimously carried to approve memorandum of understanding between San Benito High School District and Gavilan Joint Community College – CAHSEE Preparation Grant.

 

            (e)  Memorandum of Understanding between Gilroy Unified School District and Gavilan Joint Community College District – Use of South Valley Middle School (HSIAC Computer Technology Center)

                  MSC (Perry/Smith) unanimously carried to approve memorandum of understanding between Gilroy Unified School District and Gavilan Joint Community College District – Use of South Valley Middle School (HSIAC Computer Technology Center) Memorandum of Understanding between Gilroy Unified School District and Gavilan Joint Community College District – Use of South Valley Middle School (HSIAC Computer Technology Center).  Rachel reported that this is the second grant, which ended in June 2006.  The college has institutionalized project, which is what HUD required, and is doing well.  Rachel distributed a schedule for the use of the facilities.  The entire center serves 300-500 students a week and Gilroy Unified School District has picked up the responsibility of technical support for the lab.  The VESL classes (beginning ESL) focus on child care, hospitality, retail, and construction.

 

            (f)   Citizens’ Oversight Committee Appointment

                  MSC (Smith/Holliday) unanimously carried to approve appointment.

                 

            (g)  Professional Services Agreement with David J. Powers & Associates, Inc.

                  MSC (Washington/Smith) unanimously carried to approve professional services agreement with David J. Powers & Associates, Inc.

 

(h)   Budget Adjustments

MSC (Perry/Smith) unanimously carried to approve budget adjustments.

 

(i)      Annual Financial and Budget Report, CCFS-311

MSC (Perry/Holliday) unanimously carried to approve annual financial and budget report, CCFS-311.

 

(j)      Personnel and Other General Fund Budget Increases

MSC (Smith/Child) unanimously carried to approve personnel and other general fund budget increases.  Steve reported that it was discovered the FTES was double counted and as a result a few items will be pulled, however the budget does not have any growth included for 2007-08.  We have $630,000 available in growth that appears very solid.  Steve recommended that the board approve the item as written until confirmation is received on revenue for growth.  The adjustment will remove about $120,000.  Steve will discuss with staff before indicating which items will be pulled.  Trustee Dover asked about the position of Student Life Coordinator. 

John stated that this position will help coordinate extra curricular activities (clubs, help with management of student center, and work with student government.  We are the only school in the region that does not have this position.  The ASB Advisor is currently at 60%.

 

(k)    Golf Course Lease Extension

MSC (Perry/Holliday) unanimously carried to approve golf course lease extension.  Steve reported that this will extend current lease by one year.  Steve recommended approving the extension and presenting the item for discussion at the board meeting next month to allow the public to comment.

 

(l)      Measure E Bond Financing Team

MSC (Child/Perry) unanimously carried to approve Measure E bond financing team.  Joe reported that the taxpayers will benefit from the addition of a financial advisor to the District’s financing team in providing an independent third-party review of the District’s existing and future agreements with the District’s bond counsel and underwriter, and in reviewing the interest rate competitiveness of the upcoming bond sale.

 

(m) Project Assignment Amendments (PAAs) to BFGC Agreement for Architectural Services – Coyote Valley Campus – Portables for Interim Housing and the Security & Maintenance Building Project

MSC (Perry/Robinson) unanimously carried to approve BFGC project assignment amendments.

 

(n)   Kitchell Project Assignment Amendment (PAA) – Security and Maintenance Building Project

MSC (Robinson/Smith) to approve Kitchell project assignment amendment.

 

(o)   Various Capital Project Change Orders

MSC (Smith/Holliday) unanimously carried to approve various capital project change orders.

 

IV.  CLOSING ITEMS

1.      The next regularly scheduled Board meeting is November 13, 2007, Gavilan College, Student Center, North Lounge. 

 

2.      The meeting was adjourned at 7:57p.m.

 

*Roll Call Vote

MSC (Motion/Second/Carried)