LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MINUTES – REGULAR MEETING
Wednesday, May 24, 2006 · 12:30 p.m.
West Los Angeles College · Fine Arts Theatre
9000 S. Overland Avenue · Culver City, California 90230 The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District was called to order at 12:38 p.m. with President Sylvia Scott­Hayes presiding. On roll call the following members were present: Kelly G. Candaele, Mona Field, Georgia L. Mercer, Nancy Pearlman, Sylvia Scott­Hayes, Michael D. Waxman. Absent: Warren T. Furutani (arrived at 12:50 p.m.). Chancellor Darroch F. Young was present.
REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES – CLOSED SESSION AGENDA MATTERS None.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION Motion by Trustee Pearlman, seconded by Trustee Field, 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). In Closed Session, the Board will also discuss LACCD v. Torgow. APPROVED: 6 Ayes The regular meeting recessed to Closed Session at 12:39 p.m. (Trustee Furutani arrived at 12:50 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. Chancellor Darroch F. Young was present. Trustee Mercer offered the Opening Thoughts. Trustee Waxman led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
WELCOMING REMARKS Dr. Doris Pichon Givens, Interim President, WLAC, welcomed the Trustees to WLAC. She introduced Ms. Gwen Thomas, Business Instructor, WLAC.
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Ms. Thomas discussed the VTEA Program that awards scholarships to students who are enrolled in business and dental hygiene. She introduced Ms. Tashalonda Hopes, one of the business discipline scholarship recipients. Ms. Hopes discussed her educational achievements and goals. She has held a 4.0 GPA for two consecutive semesters. She indicated that she plans to transfer to a four­year college with a goal of earning her Ph.D. Trustee Mercer inquired as to which college Ms. Hopes would like to transfer to. Ms. Hopes responded that she would like to transfer to either UCLA or USC. Dr. Givens introduced Ms. Eloise Crippens, Academic Senate President, WLAC. Ms. Crippens expressed her appreciation to the Board for appointing Dr. Givens as Interim President of WLAC. She introduced Ms. Patricia Siever, Coordinator, Accelerated College Transfer (ACT) Program at WLAC. Ms. Siever distributed copies of a document regarding the ACT Program. She indicated that students enrolled in the ACT Program complete at least six units within eight weeks as opposed to the sixteen weeks that it would normally take to complete the same number of units. The short­term schedule is more rigorous, but it can lead to academic success in a student’s future educational endeavors. She indicated that scholarships are awarded to ACT students on an annual basis. Ms. Ulla Lemborn, Dental Hygiene Instructor, WLAC, introduced a group of Dental Hygiene students and congratulated them for winning awards at the Dental Hygiene Association’s Annual Scientific Session that was held on April 28, 2006. Dr. Givens acknowledged Ms. Fran Leonard, English Instructor, WLAC, and announced that she was named Teacher­of­the­Year for the State of California. Ms. Olga Shewfelt, AFT Chapter President, WLAC, discussed the efforts of the Academic Senate and the AFT that led to the establishment of the WLAC Council, which is the new participatory governance body on the campus. The Academic Senate and the AFT also worked together on preparing the WLAC Accreditation Report. Trustee Waxman expressed his appreciation to Dr. Givens for her efforts on behalf of WLAC during her tenure as Interim President.
MINUTES Motion by Trustee Furutani, seconded by Trustee Field, to approve the following minutes: Regular Meeting and Closed Session – May 10, 2006 APPROVED: 6 Ayes (Candaele, Field, Furutani, Pearlman, Scott­Hayes, Waxman) 1 Abstention (Mercer)
REPORTS FROM REPRESENTATIVES OF EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS AT THE RESOURCE TABLE Ms. Velma Butler, President, AFT College Staff Guild Los Angeles, extended congratulations to LAMC for the way in which its leadership handled a recent campus emergency. She expressed her concern regarding student workers being used in place of permanent District employees at the WLAC Bookstore.
PUBLIC AGENDA REQUESTS (Category A) Oral Presentations Mr. Scott Schultz addressed the Board in opposition to tearing down the Men’s Gymnasium at LACC because this would result in a Title 9 violation with respect to the requirement of providing comparable facilities for both men and women.
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 2 ­ 5/24/06 12:30 p.m. Dr. Steve Maradian, President, LACC, indicated that the LACC Master Plan calls for a brand new Physical Education complex. The Men’s Gymnasium is scheduled to be demolished and replaced by the new Library. The current classroom side of the Men’s Gymnasium where the lockers are located will remain. He stated that LACC will be in compliance with Title 9 throughout the construction process. Trustee Waxman inquired as to when the groundbreaking of the new Gymnasium is scheduled to take place. Dr. Maradian responded that it is hoped that the groundbreaking will take place in one­and one­half years to two years. Proposed Actions Com. No. 2/A. Use Eminent Domain to Stop 35­Year Golf Lease Trustees Ok’d in 1999 at LACC Mr. Duke Russell addressed the Board regarding his request that the Board take action to use eminent domain to buy out and get rid of the golf driving range at LACC so that the land can be used for educational purposes. Com. No. 2/B. A Question of Leadership Mr. Hayward Nishioka addressed the Board regarding his request that the Board take action to provide the public with information concerning Proposition A activities or the lack thereof. * * * Oral Presentations (continued) Ms. Jaleh Wilkenson distributed copies of a document entitled “Accelerated College Transfer (ACT).” She indicated that her involvement in the ACT program has resulted in her ability to maintain a 3.8 GPA and expressed her appreciation to the Board for making this program available. * * *
REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES – MULTIPLE AGENDA MATTERS None.
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 – May 24, 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 Candaele reported on this morning’s Budget and Finance Committee meeting at which there was discussion regarding the May revise of the Governor’s budget, which includes no enrollment fee increase. (Trustee Furutani left at 4:30 p.m.)
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 3 ­ 5/24/06 12:30 p.m. Trustee Pearlman reported on this morning’s Infrastructure Committee meeting at which there was discussion regarding the LAVC Student Services Center project and the WLAC Heldman Learning Resource Center project. She requested that the word “library” be retained on the campuses despite the use of the name “Learning Resource Center” for these types of facilities. There was also a presentation of an E7 student video and a presentation regarding the LASC Design/Build Project Fly­through. Com. No. BT1. Resolution – Los Angeles Trade­Technical College’s 80 th Anniversary Motion by Trustee Field, seconded by Trustee Waxman, to adopt Com. No. BT1. as follows: WHEREAS, In 1925, the seeds of a community college that would serve the greater Los Angeles area began to cultivate when the Board of Education of the Los Angeles Unified School District organized and established the Frank Wiggins Trade School to honor a civic leader who promoted the early industry of Los Angeles County; and WHEREAS, Over 10,000 applications for information about trade education courses were received by the school in 1925, where instruction was provided to 3,877 students in both day and evening classes; and WHEREAS, On September 1, 1949, the standing of the school was changed to “junior college” prompting the adoption of a new name—“Los Angeles Trade­Technical Junior College”—which reflected the age of the students, the level of course offerings, and the advanced technological training; and WHEREAS, Since the 1950s, the college has conferred the degree of Associate in Arts with trade, technical, and academic courses constituting the basic requirements for the degree; and WHEREAS, Today, Los Angeles Trade­Technical College continues its effective role in supplying skilled and educated workers to the community’s rapidly growing industries; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Board of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District does hereby congratulate Los Angeles Trade­Technical College on the occasion of its 80 th Anniversary and acknowledges the many individuals who have contributed and continue to contribute towards the college’s success by providing educational excellence and service while keeping the “doors of opportunity” open for all of its students. ADOPTED: 6 Ayes Com. No. BT2. District Classified Employees Retirement Resolution Motion by Trustee Mercer, seconded by Trustee Field, to adopt Com. No. BT2. as follows: WHEREAS, The employees identified in Exhibit A have been with the Los Angeles Community College District for many years; and WHEREAS, The employees identified in Exhibit A have served in various positions ranging from Gardener to Student Services Assistant; and WHEREAS, The employees identified in Exhibit A have contributed significantly toward providing the highest quality of services to students and the public for the Los Angeles Community College District; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Personnel Commission and the Board of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District do hereby commend the employees for their contributions and extend best wishes in their retirement.
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 4 ­ 5/24/06 12:30 p.m. Summary of Retired Classified Employees April 1, 2006 – April 30, 2006 Exhibit A
Years
Of Service
Location Student Services Assistant 13 Valley Gardener 12 Valley Last Name
First Name
Job Classification
Smith Michelle Castro Basilio ADOPTED: 6 Ayes
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. With respect to the public comments that were made at the May 10, 2006 Board meeting, Chancellor Young reported that he and President Scott­Hayes met with Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca on Friday, May 19, 2006. He indicated that it was a productive meeting at which they agreed to work together to make sure they have the appropriate policing activity for a college setting—rather than the policing activity that would be appropriate for Sheriff’s personnel in other settings. He stated that Sheriff Baca has assumed responsibility for what transpired at LAMC and has agreed to do whatever is necessary in response to this matter. With respect to this morning’s Budget and Finance Committee meeting, Chancellor Young indicated that a fee rollback that was approved by the Assembly Budget Subcommittee would result in enrollment fees being reduced to $20 per unit. There is a question as to whether the funds to cover the fee reduction would come out of equalization or another source of funds. (Trustee Furutani returned at 4:38 p.m.)
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 Trustee Mercer will be deemed to have abstained on Com. No. BF1. Budget and Finance Routine Report, Roman Numeral I. Acceptance of Specially Funded Income, E. Los Angeles Valley College (page 4 of 7) (CSUN). Motion by Trustee Field, 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. The Trustees discussed the following Consent Calendar agenda items: Com. No. BF1. Budget and Finance Routine Report Com. No. BSD1. Business Services Routine Report Com. No. BSD2. Ratifications for Business Services and Facilities Planning Dr. Adriana Barrera, Senior Vice Chancellor, noted the following amendment: BACKUP TO RATIFICATIONS (BSD2) FOR BUSINESS SERVICES, BUSINESS AND FINANCE, AND FACILITIES PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT . . .
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 5 ­ 5/24/06 12:30 p.m. G. SERVICE AGREEMENTS . . . 4500063414 District. Ratify amendment to extend agreement with Henry Madrid to provide additional time to complete the environmental consulting services from April 2, 2006 to June 30, September 30, 2006, inclusive. No additional cost. . . . . Com. No. FPD1. Facilities Planning and Development Routine Report With respect to Roman Numeral III. Authorize Construction Contracts, Item A. as it relates to a contract to provide general construction services for the MLK Library Learning Center Resource Center project at LACC, Mr. Daniel Escreno expressed his concerns on behalf of the Carpenters/Contractors Cooperation Committee regarding the practices of Sinanian Development, Inc. on various City of Los Angeles construction projects. He indicated that these concerns are being brought to the Board’s attention in order to ensure that similar problems do not occur with the LACC project. These concerns have to do with Sinanian Development’s repeated use of subcontractors that do not comply with labor laws. President Scott­Hayes indicated that an effort will be made to ensure that the work at LACC is conducted appropriately and that there are no violations of the labor laws by Sinanian Development, Inc. Mr. Larry Eisenberg, Executive Director, Facilities Planning and Development, indicated that the work of Sinanian Development, Inc. and its subcontractors will be closely monitored in order to ensure that they fully comply with the labor laws. There was discussion regarding the prequalification process with respect to the selection of contractors. (Trustee Furutani left at 5:03 p.m.) With respect to Roman Numeral IX. Authorize Purchase of Real Property as it relates to the purchase of property located at the northeast corner of Grand Avenue and 23 rd Street, Trustee Mercer inquired as to the projected usage of the square footage that the District is acquiring. Mr. Eisenberg responded that the LATTC 30­Year Master Plan approved by the Board includes an expansion area along Olive Street, Grand Avenue, and 23 rd Street. He indicated that the programs currently housed in Building F at LATTC—Automotive Technology, Welding, Electronics, Construction Technology, etc.—are being moved to a new building in that location. Com. No. FPD3. Resolution Certifying the Yearly Monitoring of the Permanent Shoring Wall for the Los Angeles City College Health, Fitness, PE (HFPE) Building, Athletic Field, and Maintenance and Operations Parking Structure Along its East Property Line Com. No. HRD1. Personnel Services Routine Actions Com. No. ISD1. Student Discipline – Permanent Expulsion Com. No. ISD2. Approval of New Courses Com. No. ISD3. Approval to Add New Option or Certificate within an Existing Program A.S. Degree or Certificate in Computer Network and Security Management Com. No. PC1. Personnel Commission Actions With respect to Roman Numeral II. Establishment of a New Classification as it relates to the establishment of a new classification of Farm Market Aide at Pierce College, President Scott­Hayes reported that it was her understanding that this is a pilot program and inquired as to the length of the assignment.
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 6 ­ 5/24/06 12:30 p.m. After discussion, it was reported that the Farm Market Aide position is part of a pilot program; would be for a maximum period of three months; and the three­month maximum period would be duly noted in the assignment. Accept Recommended Disposition of Correspondence ADOPTED AS AMENDED: 6 Ayes
Matters Requiring a Super Majority Vote Com. No. FPD2. Ratify an Emergency Resolution for the Replacement of the HVAC System in Technology System Services Office at Los Angeles City College Com. No. FPD4. Ratify an Emergency Resolution for the Rental of a Temporary Chiller for the Heldman Learning Resource Center at West Los Angeles College Motion by Trustee Waxman, seconded by Trustee Pearlman, to adopt Com. Nos. FPD2. and FPD4. ADOPTED: 6 Ayes
RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE CHANCELLOR Com. No. CH1. Adoption of Los Angeles Valley College Mission Statement Motion by Trustee Field, seconded by Trustee Pearlman, to adopt Com. No. CH1. ADOPTED: 6 Ayes Com. No. CH2. Authorize Awarding of Honorary Associate of Arts Degrees Motion by Trustee Field, seconded by Trustee Mercer, to adopt Com. No. CH1. ADOPTED: 6 Ayes
NOTICE REPORTS AND INFORMATIVES Com. No. BF/A. Notice – 2006­2007 Tentative Budget Adoption Com. No. HRD/A. Notice – Modify Board Rule 101900 and 101902 Noticed by Chancellor Young.
PUBLIC AGENDA REQUESTS (Category B) Oral Presentations None. Proposed Actions None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INDICATIONS OF FUTURE PROPOSED ACTIONS President Scott­Hayes announced that at a ceremony held last week, the LACCD was one of two recipients to be recognized by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power with the “Flex Your Power” Award for energy conservation efforts. * * *
Minutes – Regular Meeting ­ 7 ­ 5/24/06 12:30 p.m. With respect to Com. No. HRD/A. as it relates to rates of pay for student worker positions, Ms. Butler expressed her concern that these rates are being reduced. President Scott­Hayes requested that Ms. Butler discuss her concerns with Dr. A. Sue Carleo, Senior Associate Vice Chancellor, Human Resources.
ADJOURNMENT Motion by Trustee Mercer, seconded by Trustee Waxman, to adjourn. Without objection, so ordered. APPROVED: 6 Ayes The regular meeting adjourned at 5:17 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: Sylvia Scott­Hayes President of the Board Date June 21, 2006
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