LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MINUTES – REGULAR MEETING
Wednesday, May 13, 2009 • 11:30 a.m.
East Los Angeles College • Auditorium Foyer
1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez • Monterey Park, California 91754
The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) was called
to order at 11:39 a.m. with President Kelly G. Candaele presiding.
On roll call the following members were present: Kelly G. Candaele, Mona Field, Nancy Pearlman, and Sylvia
Scott-Hayes. Absent: Georgia L. Mercer, Angela J. Reddock (arrived at 2:30 p.m.), Miguel Santiago (arrived at
11:41 a.m.). Student Trustee Rose Bustos was not present (arrived at 3:25 p.m.).
Chancellor Marshall E. Drummond was present.
REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES – CLOSED SESSION AGENDA MATTERS
None.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Trustee Scott-Hayes, 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).
APPROVED: 4 Ayes
The regular meeting recessed to Closed Session at 11:40 a.m.
(Trustee Santiago arrived at 11:41 a.m.)
(Trustee Reddock arrived at 2:30 p.m.)
(Student Trustee Bustos arrived at 3:25 p.m.)
RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the LACCD reconvened at 3:39 p.m. with President Kelly G.
Candaele presiding.
On roll call the following members were present: Kelly G. Candaele, Mona Field, Angela J. Reddock, Miguel
Santiago, and Sylvia Scott-Hayes. Absent: Georgia L. Mercer, Nancy Pearlman (arrived at 3:40 p.m.). Student
Trustee Rose Bustos was present.
Chancellor Marshall E. Drummond was present.
Student Trustee Bustos led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
(Trustee Pearlman arrived at 3:40 p.m.)
WELCOMING REMARKS BY ERNEST MORENO, PRESIDENT, EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE (ELAC)
Mr. Moreno welcomed the Board members to ELAC.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Trustee Scott-Hayes, seconded by Trustee Santiago, to approve the following minutes:
Regular Meeting and Closed Session – February 25, 2009
APPROVED: 6 Ayes
REPORTS FROM REPRESENTATIVES OF EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS AT THE RESOURCE TABLE
Ms. Rebecca Estrada, ASU President, ELAC, welcomed the Board members to the college. She reported that the
ASU is in the process of purchasing additional books for the Textbook Rental Program.
PUBLIC AGENDA REQUESTS (Category A)
Oral Presentations
None.
Proposed Actions
None.
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 on Actions Taken in Closed Session – May 13, 2009
President Candaele 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 Scott-Hayes reported on this morning’s Planning and Student Success Committee meeting at which
ELAC presented its Institutional Effectiveness Report and its Strategic Plan and Los Angeles Harbor College
(LAHC) presented its Substantive Change Report.
Trustee Pearlman reported on this morning’s Infrastructure Committee meeting at which there was an update
presentation regarding an update on the Bond Program.
Com. No. BT1. Resolution – Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month
Motion by Trustee Field, seconded by Trustee Scott-Hayes, to adopt Com. No. BT1. as follows:
The following resolution is presented by Trustees Field, Mercer, Scott-Hayes, and Santiago:
WHEREAS,
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The month of June is a time to acknowledge the history and contributions of
the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender communities; and
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WHEREAS,
The annual Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Celebration is one
of the largest events in the country where Gays, Lesbians, Bisexuals,
Transgenders, and their families and friends come together to celebrate as a
community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED,
That the Board of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District
hereby proclaims June as "Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride
Month" in the Los Angeles Community College District and encourages the
District family and students to recognize and appreciate the achievements and
contributions of this diverse community.
Student Trustee Advisory Vote: Aye (Bustos)
ADOPTED: 6 Ayes
Com. No. BT2. Resolution – National Safety Month
Motion by Trustee Field, seconded by Trustee Santiago, to adopt Com. No. BT2. as follows:
The following resolution is presented by Trustees Field, Mercer, and Santiago:
WHEREAS,
By Presidential proclamation the month of June is National Safety Month,
which is observed to recognize the work and mission of the National Safety
Council; and
WHEREAS,
Through the activities of the Los Angeles Community College District, a
positive impact can be made on the health and safety of the District’s students,
staff, community, and contractual workers during construction activities
throughout the District; and
WHEREAS,
Propositions A and AA and Measure J Bond Programs have instituted a “Zero
Incident/Injury” philosophy in an effort to maximize the health and safety of all
individuals, the community, and the environment during construction; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED,
That the Board of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District
hereby recognizes June as LACCD Safety Month and encourages appropriate
ceremonies and activities to promote appreciation and respect for the
advances of the National Safety Council and its mission; and be it further
RESOLVED,
That the Board of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District
hereby supports the effort to achieve zero incidents or injuries on the
Propositions A and AA and Measure J Bond Programs.
Student Trustee Advisory Vote: Aye (Bustos)
ADOPTED: 6 Ayes
Com. No. BT3. Resolution – Honoring Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger
Motion by Trustee Scott-Hayes, seconded by Student Trustee Bustos, to adopt Com. No. BT3. as follows:
The following resolution is presented by Trustees Mercer and Scott-Hayes and Student Trustee Bustos:
WHEREAS,
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The Honorable Arnold Schwarzenegger has served as Governor of California
since his historic election on October 7, 2003 and through his leadership and
outstanding support has improved the quality of education in California’s
community colleges; and
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WHEREAS,
Governor Schwarzenegger is the first Governor of California to attend a
California community college, having attended Santa Monica College; and
WHEREAS,
Governor Schwarzenegger has led a statewide increased emphasis on career
and technical education particularly in the areas of allied health and
clean/green technologies offered at California’s community colleges, ensuring
that Californians have access to the necessary training for career
advancement, and providing the support required to achieve a vibrant
California economy; and
WHEREAS,
During the 2005-06 Legislative Session, Governor Schwarzenegger signed SB
361 implementing a new community college funding formula ensuring
equitable funding to California’s seventy-two community college districts; and
WHEREAS,
Governor Schwarzenegger has signed budgets that have lowered California’s
community college fees from twenty-six dollars per unit—the fee level when he
entered office—to the current level of twenty dollars per unit, thus ensuring
student access to California’s community colleges; and
WHEREAS,
Governor Schwarzenegger’s yearly budgets have continually demonstrated an
understanding of the role that California’s community colleges play in
education and workforce training and have maximized access to these
programs for California’s students seeking access to higher education as well
as workers seeking retraining or upgrading of job skills; and
WHEREAS,
Governor Schwarzenegger was an integral part of the February 2009 budget
that placed Proposition 1B on the May 19, 2009 Special Election ballot that, if
passed, will ensure funding to community colleges in future years; and
WHEREAS,
Governor Schwarzenegger supports finding a solution to one of the California
Community Colleges’ greatest funding inequities—the uncertainty that comes
from fluctuating levels of local property tax revenues; and
WHEREAS,
As the most supportive Governor of California’s community colleges in the last
50 years, the contributions that Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has made
towards access and success for the students attending California’s community
colleges by ensuring education and job training for California’s present and
future workforce have been invaluable to the students, faculty, staff and
administration of the California Community College system; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED,
That the Board of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District
hereby commends The Honorable Arnold Schwarzenegger, Governor of
California, for his leadership, his steadfast commitment, and his heartfelt
support for California’s community colleges and, most importantly, for all of the
students that have benefited from the education and career training that
community colleges provide.
Student Trustee Advisory Vote: Aye (Bustos)
ADOPTED: 5 Ayes (Candaele, Field, Pearlman, Reddock, Scott-Hayes)
1 Abstention (Santiago)
Com. No. BT4. Adopt the Los Angeles Community College District Recommendations on the Following Pending
California Legislation
Motion by Trustee Reddock, seconded by Trustee Scott-Hayes, to adopt Com. No. BT4.
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There was discussion regarding the LACCD recommended positions on various pending Senate and Assembly
Bills that cover issues related to the community colleges.
Student Trustee Advisory Vote: Aye (Bustos)
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 Drummond and action taken as indicated.
Chancellor Drummond reported on the LACCD Foundation Annual Gala of May 12, 2009 at which Los Angeles
County Sheriff Leroy Baca and James Thomas, Chairman, President, and CEO of Thomas Properties Group, Inc.
were honored. He deferred to Mr. Robert Garber, President, Pierce College.
Mr. Garber discussed the process that has been developed for purchasing furniture to be used by faculty at the
colleges.
Chancellor Drummond deferred to Mr. Moreno.
Mr. Moreno reported on the Energy Task Force with respect to its function of evaluating the technology aspects of
the various energy programs and how they affect each college.
Chancellor Drummond discussed the state budget crisis and its impact on the District. He deferred to Mr. Patrick
McCallum, Legislative Advocate.
Mr. McCallum distributed copies of a document entitled “Los Angeles Community College District 2009-10 Budget
Update.” He discussed the document with respect to the current general fund, the cash flow situation, proposed
budget reductions, and possible solutions for reducing the $550 million budget cut.
Chancellor Drummond indicated that a budget package would be presented to the Board by the second Board
meeting in July 2009.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
Matters Requiring a Majority Vote
President Candaele 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. and the
Correspondence.
Motion by Trustee Scott-Hayes, seconded by Trustee Field, to adopt the Consent Calendar Items as amended on
matters requiring a majority vote.
President Candaele inquired if the Trustees have items that need clarification or separation for the vote.
The Trustees discussed the following Consent Calendar Items:
Com. No. BF1. Budget and Finance Routine Report
Com. No. BF2. Authorize Extension of Owner Controlled Insurance Program (“OCIP”) for Existing Program
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Com. No. BSD1. Business Services Routine Report
With respect to Roman Numeral I. Ratify Partnership Agreement as it relates to a partnership agreement with
California State University, Los Angeles Auxiliary Services, Inc., and Los Angeles Trade-Technical College
(LATTC) to provide for the implementation of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Success
Program, Trustee Field inquired if the District has STEM Program partnerships with any other universities.
Chancellor Drummond indicated that he would have Mr. Gary Colombo, Vice Chancellor, Institutional
Effectiveness, prepare a summary report regarding the STEM Program partnerships.
Com. No. BSD2. Ratifications for Business Services
Com. No. FPD1. Facilities Planning and Development Routine Report
Trustee Scott-Hayes requested that the background of items regarding professional services agreements include
information regarding the total number of contracts that have been awarded to the specific construction firm and
the total amount of money that has been paid to that firm.
Mr. Larry Eisenberg, Executive Director, Facilities Planning and Development, indicated that for future Board
reports he will include information regarding other projects—if any—for which the specific construction firms have
been awarded contracts.
Trustee Scott-Hayes also requested that if a firm has changed its name, this be indicated in the Board item by
stating the current name with the former name in parentheses.
Mr. Eisenberg indicated that this would be done.
Com. No. FPD2. Authorize Master Procurement Agreement for Advanced Test Scoring Machine
Com. No. HRD1. Personnel Services Routine Actions
Com. No. ISD1. Approval of New Educational Programs and Courses
Correspondence
Accept recommended disposition of Correspondence.
The Student Trustee’s vote shall not apply to HRD1. and the Correspondence.
Student Trustee Advisory Vote: Aye (Bustos)
ADOPTED: 6 Ayes
Matters Requiring a Super Majority Vote
Com. No. BF3. Authorization to Encumber
Motion by Trustee Field, seconded by Trustee Scott-Hayes, to adopt Com. No. BF3.
Student Trustee Advisory Vote: Aye (Bustos)
ADOPTED: 6 Ayes
RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE CHANCELLOR
Com. No. CH1. Approve Accreditation Substantive Change Proposal
Com. No. CH2. Approve East Los Angeles College Mission Statement
Com. No. CH3. Approve East Los Angeles College Strategic Plan
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Com. No. CH4. Adopt Revised Policies Regarding Disruptive Visitors
Motion by Trustee Santiago, seconded by Trustee Field, to adopt Com. Nos. CH1., CH2., CH3., and CH4.
Student Trustee Advisory Vote: Aye (Bustos)
ADOPTED: 6 Ayes
NOTICE REPORTS AND INFORMATIVES
Com. No. BT/A. [Informative] 2009-2010 Board Meeting Locations
Com. No. BF/A. [Informative] 2008-2009 Third Quarter Financial Status Report
Presented by Chancellor Drummond.
PUBLIC AGENDA REQUESTS (Category B)
Oral Presentations
None.
Proposed Actions
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INDICATIONS OF FUTURE PROPOSED ACTIONS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Trustee Field, seconded by Trustee Scott-Hayes, to adjourn.
Without objection, so ordered.
The regular meeting adjourned at 4:40 p.m.
ADRIANA BARRERA
Acting Chancellor and Secretary of the Board of Trustees
By:
Laurie Green
Assistant Secretary to the Board
APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES:
Mona Field
President of the Board
Date
August 19, 2009
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