LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MINUTES – REGULAR MEETING
Wednesday, June 28, 2006 · 11:30 a.m.
Educational Services Center · Board Room
770 Wilshire Boulevard · Los Angeles, California 90017 The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District was called to order at 11:35 a.m. with President Sylvia Scott­Hayes presiding. On roll call the following members were present: Kelly G. Candaele, Warren T. Furutani, Georgia L. Mercer, Sylvia Scott­Hayes, and Michael D. Waxman. Absent: Mona Field (arrived at 11:36 a.m.), Nancy Pearlman (arrived at 12:20 p.m.). Student Trustee Luis Gomez was present. Chancellor Darroch F. Young was present. (Trustee Field arrived at 11:36 a.m.)
RECESS TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Motion by Trustee Candaele, seconded by Trustee Waxman, to recess to the Committee of the Whole. APPROVED: 6 Ayes The regular meeting recessed to the Committee of the Whole at 11:36 a.m. President Scott­Hayes relinquished the gavel to Vice President Waxman. LACCD Strategic Marketing Plan for FY 06/07 Vice President Waxman indicated that al Punto Advertising, Inc. is working with the District in its effort to increase student enrollment. He requested that the individuals from al Punto Advertising, Inc. introduce themselves. Mr. Santiago Ogradon, Account Director, al Punto Advertising, Inc., and Mr. David Acosta, Strategic Planner, al Punto Advertising, Inc., introduced themselves. Mr. Acosta and Mr. Ogradon gave a PowerPoint presentation regarding the District’s Strategic Marketing Plan with respect to efforts to increase enrollment and methods for marketing the nine colleges. Vice President Waxman inquired as to how the materials will be created and whether the District’s websites— “LAcolleges.net” and “laccd.edu”—are capable of being the vehicles that the students will respond to. With respect to how the materials will be created, Mr. Acosta responded that al Punto has started the creative development process and will submit it to the District for approval. With respect to the District’s websites, Mr. Acosta indicated that LAcolleges.net will be the primary website for the marketing campaign and recommendations for improving the website will be presented to the District. Mr. Acosta indicated that they will recommend that students go onto the website, which will be revised to make it a more effective recruiting tool.
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 1 ­ 6/28/06 11:30 a.m.
Trustee Field inquired as to the cost of the marketing campaign. Mr. Ogradon responded that the budget is $350,000 for the media purchase and up to $150,000 for production costs. Vice President Waxman indicated that $1 million has been set aside for this campaign part of which has been spent on the Madrid Study. He indicated that a presentation needs to be conducted so that the Board can see the results of the Madrid Study. Another portion has been spent to hire Davis Research LLC to assist with the focus groups. The remainder of the $1 million is for al Punto and the media. Trustee Field inquired if everything is covered within the $1 million. Vice President Waxman responded in the affirmative. Student Trustee Gomez inquired as to who will be involved in the “street teams” and whether this would create job opportunities for students. Mr. Acosta responded that al Punto would like to utilize a “street team” company that will attempt to recruit from the student body. The recommendation would be to have “street teams” consisting of five or six individuals—either current or past students. (Trustee Pearlman arrived at 12:20 p.m.) Vice President Waxman recommended that it be made a priority to use LACCD students for this purpose. He requested that al Punto follow up with District staff on the recruitment process in an effort to work with Student Trustee Gomez, the Associated Student Presidents, and other campus personnel to recruit students for the “street teams.” Chancellor Young and the Trustees expressed their appreciation to Mr. Acosta and Mr. Ogradon for their presentation. There was discussion regarding the importance of focusing on the various ethnic groups as part of the student marketing campaign. Trustee Mercer recommended that in the near future, there be an effort to locate former LACCD students who would be willing to provide testimonials of their educational experiences. Vice President Waxman recommended that labor unions, religious institutions, and other community groups be involved in the District’s outreach efforts. He expressed his appreciation to Ms. Congdon and Ms. Lynn Winter Gross, Director of Public Relations, for working with al Punto to coordinate the marketing campaign. Chancellor Young recommended the creation of a Districtwide outreach program that will go into high schools in an effort to recruit students. Ms. Michelle Long­Coffee, Director of Marketing at LACC, indicated that those colleges with advertising budgets would like to work with and augment the marketing campaign. Vice President Waxman requested that Ms. Winter Gross follow up with the colleges. Public Speakers None. Adjourn Committee of the Whole Motion by Trustee Mercer, seconded by Trustee Candaele, to adjourn the Committee of the Whole. APPROVED: 7 Ayes
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 2 ­ 6/28/06 11:30 a.m. The Committee of the Whole adjourned at 12:45 p.m. Vice President Waxman relinquished the gavel to President Scott­Hayes. The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District reconvened at 12:46 p.m. with President Sylvia Scott­Hayes presiding. On roll call the following members were present: Kelly G. Candaele, Mona Field, Warren T. Furutani, Georgia L. Mercer, Nancy Pearlman, Sylvia Scott­Hayes, and Michael D. Waxman. Student Trustee Luis Gomez was present. Chancellor Darroch F. Young was present.
REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES – CLOSED SESSION AGENDA MATTERS None.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION During the Closed Session, the Board will discuss the price and terms of payments for a proposed lease of the West Los Angeles College campus with the Board’s real property negotiators, Larry Eisenberg, Doris Pichon Givens, and Mark Rocha. The other party is Construction eMarkets, Inc., dba Tucker Engineering. Motion by Trustee Field, seconded by Trustee Mercer, to recess to Closed Session in accordance with The Ralph M. Brown Act and the Education Code. The Board will discuss the matters on the Closed Session agenda as posted and announced (see Attachment A). Without objection, so ordered. APPROVED: 7 Ayes The regular meeting recessed to Closed Session at 12:47 p.m.
RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District reconvened at 3:34 p.m. with President Sylvia Scott­Hayes presiding. On roll call the following members were present: Kelly G. Candaele, Mona Field, Warren T. Furutani, Georgia L. Mercer, Nancy Pearlman, Sylvia Scott­Hayes, Michael D. Waxman. Student Trustee Luis Gomez was present. Chancellor Darroch F. Young was present. Trustee Candaele offered the Opening Thoughts. Trustee Field led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
DOLORES HUERTA LABOR STUDIES INSTITUTE – RECOGNITION OF FOUNDING SPONSORS President Scott­Hayes introduced Ms. Huerta and the members of the Planning Committee for the Dolores Huerta Labor Studies Institute. She deferred to Mr. Carl Friedlander, President, Los Angeles College Faculty Guild, Local 1521. Mr. Friedlander discussed the involvement of District faculty in the planning of the Dolores Huerta Labor Studies Institute and expressed his appreciation for their efforts.
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 3 ­ 6/28/06 11:30 a.m. Mr. John McDowell, Director, Labor Center, LATTC, discussed the importance of the labor movement within the LACCD. Mr. Kent Wong, Director, UCLA Center for Labor Research and Education, gave a PowerPoint presentation regarding Ms. Huerta with respect to her role as co­founder of the United Farm Workers, labor leader, and social activist. He indicated that the Dolores Huerta Labor Institute will promote labor and management partnerships and workforce development. The establishment of the Dolores Huerta Labor Institute will honor the legacy of Ms. Huerta and will serve the needs of working men and women in California to whom she has dedicated her life. He presented Ms. Huerta. Ms. Huerta expressed her appreciation for the honor. She introduced Mr. Miguel Contreras, Jr., son of the late labor leader Miguel Contreras, Sr.; and Ms. Maria Elena Durazo, wife of Miguel Contreras, Sr. and mother of Miguel Contreras, Jr. She discussed the importance of students to be educated regarding labor unions and how they benefit working people. President Scott­Hayes deferred to Trustee Candaele. Trustee Candaele congratulated Ms. Huerta for her efforts on behalf of the labor movement. He presented certificates of appreciation to the following individuals: Mr. Frank Miramontes, President, IBEW Local 18; Mr. Carl Friedlander, President, Los Angeles College Faculty Guild; Mr. Marvin Kropke, Business Manager, IBEW Local 11; Mr. Joe Gasperov, President, ILWU Local 63; Mr. Adrian Diaz, Vice President, ILWU Local 63; Mr. Bill Demers, Executive Vice President, CWA Southern California Council; Mr. Terry Martin, Business Agent, UA Local 250; Mr. George Vasquez, Business Manager, UA Local 250; Mr. Art Guzman, Assistant Business Manager, UA Local 250; Mr. Alejandro Stephens, SEIU Local 660; Ms. Barbara Lewis, SEIU United Health Care; Mr. John Grant, UFCW Local 770; Mr. Jesse Gonzales, Secretary­Treasurer, UFCW Local 1442; Ms. Teresa Sanchez, Assistant General Manager, SEIU Local 347; Mr. Javad Sabokpey, Business Representative, SEIU Local 347; and Mr. Troy Pierce, Vice President, AFT College Staff Guild Los Angeles, Local 1521a. The members of the Board of Trustees and Chancellor Young expressed their appreciation to the union leaders for their efforts on behalf of the labor movement. Recess to Reception Motion by Trustee Field, seconded by Trustee Mercer, to recess to a 20­minute reception. Without objection, so ordered. APPROVED: 7 Ayes The regular meeting recessed to the reception at 4:20 p.m. The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District reconvened at 4:40 p.m. with President Sylvia Scott­Hayes presiding. On roll call the following members were present: Kelly G. Candaele, Mona Field, Warren T. Furutani, Georgia L. Mercer, Sylvia Scott­Hayes, and Michael D. Waxman. Absent: Nancy Pearlman (arrived at 4:46 p.m.). Student Trustee Luis Gomez was present. Chancellor Darroch F. Young was present.
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 4 ­ 6/28/06 11:30 a.m. MINUTES Motion by Trustee Furutani, seconded by Trustee Field, to approve the following minutes: Regular Meeting and Closed Session – June 14, 2006 APPROVED: 6 Ayes
REPORTS FROM REPRESENTATIVES OF EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS AT THE RESOURCE TABLE Mr. Jim Adams, Building and Construction Trades Council, indicated that the District’s initial proposal to the exclusive representatives is on today’s Board agenda for action and expressed his appreciation to the Board for presenting it. * * * President Scott­Hayes acknowledged Ms. Carol Justiniano, Executive Secretary to the Board of Trustees; Ms. Daphne Congdon; Ms. Diane Gamboa, Graphic Artist; Ms. Rose Rocha, Senior Secretary, Chancellor’s Office; and Ms. Laurie Green, Assistant Secretary to the Board of Trustees; for their assistance with the reception preparations.
PUBLIC AGENDA REQUESTS (Category A) Oral Presentations President Scott­Hayes entertained a motion to allocate three minutes each to the speakers regarding LACC. Motion by Trustee Waxman, seconded by Trustee Field, to allocate three minutes per speaker regarding LACC. Without objection, so ordered. APPROVED: 6 Ayes (Trustee Pearlman arrived at 4:46 p.m.) Ms. Lillian Yamaoka addressed the Board regarding the LACC Shared Governance Council’s recommendations with respect to the location of the new Health, Fitness, and Physical Education facility at LACC. She distributed copies of her remarks and the Shared Governance Council’s recommendations. Chancellor Young indicated that the Board of Trustees and the Chancellor are responsible for approving the college master plan and EIR as well as assuring that appropriate shared governance processes are in place for providing recommendations to the college president. However, they do not micromanage college decisions beyond that. In light of this, he requested the speakers to limit their comments to issues about failing to follow the master plan or concerns about the processes used at LACC to arrive at final decisions. The following individuals addressed the Board with their concerns that the current LACC gymnasium is being torn down before construction of the new gymnasium is completed: Mr. Michael Miller, Mr. Bruce Herman, Mr. Duke Russell, Mr. Anthony White, and Mr. Ken Sherwood. Scheduled speakers Mr. James Acosta, Mr. Darin Jones, Mr. Rommel Beck, and Mr. David Moreno were not present. Dr. Steve Maradian, President, LACC, discussed the LACC Health, Fitness, and Physical Education facility project and the need for additional funding in order to complete the project.
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 5 ­ 6/28/06 11:30 a.m.
There was discussion regarding the construction schedule and costs for the new Health, Fitness, and Physical Education facility project. There was discussion regarding the shared governance process as it relates to the construction of the new facility at LACC. President Scott­Hayes requested that Dr. Maradian meet with the speakers to discuss what needs to be done during the interim period before the new facility is completed to make sure that both genders have access to physical education facilities. President Scott­Hayes entertained a motion to allocate three minutes each to the speakers regarding the I­ Pass Program. Motion by Trustee Waxman, seconded by Trustee Field, to allocate three minutes per speaker regarding the I­ Pass Program. Without objection, so ordered. APPROVED: 7 Ayes Mr. Arturo Velasquez addressed the Board regarding the importance of the I­Pass program, which would provide free bus passes to LACCD students. President Scott­Hayes relinquished the gavel to Vice President Waxman. (Trustee Scott­Hayes left at 6:09 p.m.) Chancellor Young and Mr. Larry Eisenberg, Executive Director, Facilities Planning and Development discussed the benefits of the I­Pass Program and the District’s efforts to get the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to subsidize the program. (Trustee Scott­Hayes returned at 6:12 p.m.) Vice President Waxman relinquished the gavel to President Scott­Hayes. The following individuals addressed the Board regarding the efforts to obtain support for the I­Pass program: Ms. Julia Wallace, Mr. Rodolfo Ruiz, and Ms. Allison Mannos. Scheduled speakers Ms. Mabilia Carpio, Mr. Andrew Walzer, and Mr. Andy Rodriguez were not present. Trustee Field indicated that she would attend the MTA Board meeting on July 27, 2006 to support the students’ efforts to obtain I­Passes. Trustee Mercer recommended that a letter with all of the Trustees’ signatures be taken by Trustee Field to the MTA Board on July 27, 2006 in an effort to obtain their support. Trustee Waxman emphasized the importance of the Board to support the students in their efforts. Proposed Actions None.
REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES – MULTIPLE AGENDA MATTERS None.
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 6 ­ 6/28/06 11:30 a.m. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE BOARD The following reports to the governing board of the Los Angeles Community College District, considered as a part as if fully set forth hereto and certified copies of which are on file in the Office of the Board of Trustees, were presented by the Board of Trustees and action taken as indicated. Report of Actions Taken in Closed Session – June 28, 2006 President Scott­Hayes indicated that The Ralph M. Brown Act requires that certain matters determined in Closed Session be reported during the public session that follows. The Board took no actions that The Ralph M. Brown Act requires to be reported. Reports of Standing and Special Committees Trustee Waxman reported on this morning’s Committee of the Whole meeting at which there was a presentation by al Punto Advertising, Inc. regarding the LACCD strategic marketing plan for 2006­07. * * * President Scott­Hayes reported on this morning’s Planning and Student Success Committee meeting at which there were presentations regarding the colleges’ orientation programs and accreditation updates for LAMC, Pierce College, and LAVC. * * * Trustee Mercer indicated that she has been appointed as a representative from the California Community College Trustees (CCCT) Board to serve on an oversight committee that will implement various goals including student success.
REPORTS FROM THE CHANCELLOR AND COLLEGE PRESIDENTS The following reports to the governing board of the Los Angeles Community College District, considered as a part as if fully set forth hereto and certified copies of which are on file in the Office of the Board of Trustees, were presented by Chancellor Young and action taken as indicated. Chancellor Young announced that today is Dr. Audre Levy’s last Board meeting as President of LASC. He commended Ms. Lisa Fitch of Public Relations for her efforts on the recent District Office blood drive at which the goal of 30 units of blood was met. He indicated that the state budget was approved by the legislature yesterday and it is assumed that the Governor will approve it without any revisions. The enrollment fee reduction will be effective in the Spring semester of 2007. Presentation by Los Angeles City College President regarding Proposition A/AA No presentation.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
Matters Requiring a Majority Vote President Scott­Hayes entertained a motion to adopt the Consent Calendar Items as amended on Matters Requiring a Majority Vote, with the limitation that the Student Trustee’s vote shall not apply to HRD1., HRD2., ISD3., ISD4., and PC1. Motion by Trustee Furutani, seconded by Trustee Waxman, to adopt the Consent Calendar Items as amended on Matters Requiring a Majority Vote. President Scott­Hayes inquired if the Trustees have items that need clarification or separation for the vote.
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 7 ­ 6/28/06 11:30 a.m.
The Trustees discussed the following Consent Calendar agenda items: Com. No. BF1. Budget and Finance Routine Report Com. No. BSD1. Business Services Routine Report With respect to Roman Numeral III. Authorize Service Agreements Items A. through E. as they relate to the Joint Labor Management Benefits Committee (JLMBC), Trustee Field commended Dr. Susan Aminoff, Chair, JLMBC, and the members of the JLMBC for their efforts in ensuring that quality benefits are offered to District employees and retirees. Dr. Adriana Barrera, Senior Vice Chancellor, noted the following amendment: . . . III. AUTHORIZE SERVICE AGREEMENTS . . . E. Authorize an agreement with Health and Human Resource Center, Inc., doing business as Horizon Health EAP­Behavioral Sciences, for administration of an employee assistance program for District employees, retirees and their household member during the period July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007, at a cost not­to­exceed $136,000
$145,000. . . . . Com. No. BSD2. Ratifications for Business Services and Facilities Planning With respect to Item E. Service Agreements as it relates to a $5,000 agreement to provide eight cell phones for Administrative Services at WLAC, Trustee Field expressed her concern regarding the high cost and requested that an explanation be provided at a future date. (Trustee Candaele left at 6:40 p.m.) Com. No. FPD1. Facilities Planning and Development Routine Report With respect to Roman Numeral I. Authorize Professional Service Agreements Item B. as it relates to an agreement to provide specialty inspection and testing services, Trustee Mercer inquired as to what specialty inspection. Mr. Eisenberg responded that these services including testing concrete and dirt for all District construction projects. Com. No. HRD1. Personnel Services Routine Actions Com. No. HRD2. District’s Initial Proposal to the Exclusive Representatives of the District’s Employees Regarding Reopeners on the Master Benefits Agreement and Compensation Issues Com. No. ISD1. Approval of New Courses Com. No. ISD2. Approval to Discontinue Educational Programs Com. No. ISD3. Student Discipline – Permanent Expulsion Com. No. ISD4. Ratification of Student Travel
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 8 ­ 6/28/06 11:30 a.m. Com. No. PC1. Personnel Commission Actions Accept Recommended Disposition of Correspondence Student Trustee Advisory Vote: Aye (Gomez) ADOPTED AS AMENDED: 6 Ayes
Matters Requiring a Super Majority Vote None.
RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE CHANCELLOR None.
NOTICE REPORTS AND INFORMATIVES None. (Trustee Candaele returned at 6:42 p.m.)
PUBLIC AGENDA REQUESTS (Category B) Oral Presentations The following individuals addressed the Board with their concerns regarding Bond Program construction projects at LACC: Mr. Curt Botelho and Mr. Hayward Nishioka. Scheduled speaker Mr. Christopher Joya withdrew his request to address the Board. Proposed Actions None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INDICATIONS OF FUTURE PROPOSED ACTIONS Trustee Pearlman announced that she attended the recent LACC classified picnic at Griffith Park. She urged all the colleges to hold similar events as a means for employees to get together and enjoy each other’s company. Trustee Waxman announced that LAHC hosted a golf tournament at which they raised more than $35,000 for their Foundation.
ADJOURNMENT Motion by Trustee Field, seconded by Trustee Waxman, to adjourn. Without objection, so ordered. APPROVED: 7 Ayes
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 9 ­ 6/28/06 11:30 a.m. The regular meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m. DARROCH F. YOUNG Chancellor and Secretary of the Board of Trustees By: Laurie Green Assistant Secretary to the Board APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES: Michael D. Waxman President of the Board Date July 26, 2006
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