Minutes of Meeting
CABRILLO COLLEGE GOVERNING BOARD
September 13, 2010
REGULAR MEETING
The regular monthly meeting of the Cabrillo College Governing Board was held at
the Sesnon House, 6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos, California on Monday, September 13,
2010. Chair Gary Reece opened the meeting in Open Session at 5:00 pm. Roll was
taken; present were Chair Reece, Trustees Al Smith, Rachael Spencer, Katy
Stonebloom, Susan True, and Claudine Wildman. Chair Reece asked for Public
Comments on Closed Session items. There were no public comments.
CALL TO ORDER
Closed Session items were announced and the meeting was adjourned to Closed
Session at 5:05 pm. Closed Session was adjourned at 6:00 pm.
ROLL CALL
Chair Gary Reece called the Open Session to order at 6:11 pm. Other Board Trustees
present were Trustees Rebecca Garcia, Al Smith, Rachael Spencer, Katy
Stonebloom, Susan True, and Claudine Wildman. Also present were members of the
community, college faculty, staff and students.
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
Chair Reece stated that there was nothing to report out of Closed Session.
PROCEDURAL ITEMS
It was moved and seconded (Garcia/Stonebloom) to approve the Consent Agenda as
amended, including the minutes from the meeting of August 11, 2010.
ROLL CALL
REPORT OUT OF
CLOSED SESSION
APPROVAL OF
CONSENT AGENDA
AND MINUTES
The motion carried with the following roll call vote:
Student Trustee Advisory Vote: absent
AYES:
Garcia, Reece, Smith, Spencer, Stonebloom, True, Wildman
NOES:
None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Wildman on items A.6 and A.7
INTRODUCTION OF NEWLY APPOINTED FACULTY AND STAFF
Vice President Bailey-Fougnier introduced the new Director of Admissions and
Records Tama Bolton. Vice President Lewis introduced the new Assistant Director
of Facilities Planning and Plant Operations Steve Dukelow and new Custodial
Supervisor Jorge Rodriquez. President King introduced the new Executive
Assistant to the President Dominique Hansen.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Ofelia Gomez addressed the Board regarding an ASCC Student Senate
transportation fee proposal.
Student Senator Edgar McCalhun addressed the Board about muli-cultural issues.
Bethany Schulze addressed the Board regarding the elimination of the Chinese
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language program.
Mary Forster provided the Board with an update on a few of Delta High School’s
successes.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Marketing Director Kristin Fabos and Web Systems Administrator John Mauceri
provided an overview of the newly redesigned Cabrillo web site.
SPECIAL
PRESENTATION
ORAL REPORTS
ORAL REPORTS
Board Trustees’ Reports
Trustee Garcia thanked everyone who contacted her and expressed well wishes while
she was on medical leave.
BOARD TRUSTEE
REPORTS
Trustee Garcia reported on a recent Title V meeting she had with Dean Rachel Mayo
and First Year Experience Coordinator Eric Gabriel. Trustee Garcia reported that she
is convinced Title V will contribute to the success of Cabrillo’s basic skills students.
Trustee Garcia also reported on recent meeting Congressman Sam Farr had with the
Tri County Association of Latino Elected Officials (TCALEO). At the meeting
Trustee Garcia had an opportunity to ask Congressman Farr about the status of the
Dream Act. Congressman Farr responded that the push had been for immigration
reform and the Democratic leadership is trying to get enough votes to pass the Dream
Act. Trustee Garcia also asked Congressman Farr about funding for Pell Grant. The
congressman informed Trustee Garcia that it is not likely that Pell Grants will receive
additional funding.
Finally Trustee Garcia said she met with a Cabrillo graduate who transferred to UC
Berkeley. The former told Trustee Garcia that she was successful because of the
counseling she received when she was at Cabrillo.
Chair Reece thanked everyone who had a part in flex week. Chair Reece said All
College Day was fun and he thought the day came off wonderfully. Chair Reece
specifically acknowledged Ray Rider and his IT staff.
Student Trustee’s Report
The ACCS Student Senate voted to nominate Katherine (Kit) Allenser as student
trustee. The nomination will be on the October agenda. Ms. Allen introduced herself
and stated she is looking forward to working with the board, having a student voice in
meetings, and enhancing student success.
Superintendent’s Report
Superintendent/President Brian King reported that two Cabrillo alumni, Dwight
Lowery and Brendon Ayanbadejo, were playing on opposing teams at the Sept. 14,
2010, Monday Night Football game.
President King thanked Executive Assistants Tatiana Bachuretz, Beatriz Perez and
Sandi Moore and Confidential Assistant Janet Godfrey for helping the President’s
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Office through recent staffing transitions.
President King closed by welcoming Trustee Garcia back.
CCFT
Paul Harvell, CCFT President, observed that the timing board evaluation survey is
inconvenient. CCFT President Harvel noted that if the Board waited until the third or
fourth week of the semester they might receive increased faculty participation. The
CCFT President informed the Board that CCFT is meeting and getting organized for
the year. CCFT plans work through the budget in parallel with the administration.
Faculty Senate
Steve Hodges, Faculty Senate President, reported that the Senate has already met
twice this semester. The Senate asked Sheriff Paul Ramos and members of the
emergency preparedness planning team to a Senate meeting to discuss safety
concerns. The Senate will revisit that issue at a future meeting. Senate President
Hodges said the Senate has had many discussions about the hiring of new faculty.
Most departments are down a number of faculty and some departments are facing
serious faculty shortfalls.
CCEU
In the absence of CCEU President Stephanie Steinback, CCEU Board Trustee Rick
Fillman addressed the Board. CCEU Trustee Fillman informed the Board of a
CCEU sponsoring Governing Board candidate forum. CCEU Trustee Fillman noted
the many vacant classified positions and stated union representatives need to be
brought into service reduction plan conversation earlier. CCEU Trustee Fillman
added that CCEU was disappointed to see the longevity provision of the CCEU
contract included in a slide in budget presentations.
ACTION ITEMS
Resolution: 031-10:Update Authorized Bank Signature Cards
031-10 authorizing Graciano Mendoza as an approved signer on bank signature cards
for the District.
It was moved and seconded (Garcia/Wildman) to approve Resolution: 031-10.
CCFT
FACULTY SENATE
CCEU
ACTION ITEMS
RESOLUTION: 03110:UPDATE
AUTHORIZED BANK
SIGNATURE CARDS
AYES: Garcia, Reece, Smith, Spencer, Stonebloom, True, Wildman
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
The motion carried unanimously.
Facilities Master Plan (FMP) Semi-Annual Update, Revision and Project Status
It was recommended that the Governing Board approve the Facilities Master Plan as
presented in the report.
Trustee Garcia asked about the Watsonville Green Technology curriculum. Vice
President Kilmer responded that the focus is on sustainable technologies, but
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Instruction is still working on developing the curriculum.
Dean Pfotenhauer said most of the focus has been is on residential energy they are
also looking at job development and understanding the needs of the community.
Trustee Wildman suggested contacting Assembly Member Bill Monning about
workforce development and possible partnerships with trade unions
Trustee Stonebloom asked for an update on the equipment for the allied health
building. Vice President Kilmer and Dean Welch responded that while the funding is
held up until the state budget passes, some purchases were made and some equipment
was moved from the old buildings. Allied health is operational; they are teaching
there and have the essentials.
It was moved and seconded (Spencer/Stonebloom) to approve the FMP Semi-Annual
Update, Revision and Project Status. The motion carried unanimously.
2010-11 Final Budget
It was recommended that the Governing Board approve the 2010-11 Final Budget,
presented under separate cover and available at
http://www.cabrillo.edu/internal/businessoffice/
2010-11 FINAL
BUDGET
Trustee Garcia thanked Vice President Lewis for providing a clear and transparent
budget. Trustee Garcia asked for more information on retiree health benefits fund.
Vice President Lewis responded that based on old agreements some retirees, who
are eligible for Medicare, are still utilizing the Cabrillo health benefit program.
Vice President Lewis said there is an effort and plan to transition those retirees to
Medicare if they are eligible.
Chair Reece noted the change would not penalize retirees and will cost the college
less. Chair Reece recognized the college and the efforts Vice President Lewis and
President King have made to keep faculty and staff paid.
President King added that the college has planned well and we are in a fairly strong
position.
It was moved and seconded (Wildman/Spencer) to approve the 2010-11 Final Budget.
The motion carried unanimously.
Approval: Five Year Capital Construction Plan: 2012-16
It was recommended that the Governing Board authorize the Vice President
Administrative Services to submit the 5 Year Capital Construction Plan for 20122016.
APPROVAL: FIVE
YEAR CAPITAL
CONSTRUCTION
PLAN: 2012-16
It was moved and seconded (Stonebloom/Spencer) to approve the Five Year Capital
Construction Plan: 2012-16. The motion carried unanimously.
Appointment of Trustees to the Measure D Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee
It is recommended that the Governing Board appoint four Trustees to the Measure
D Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee as recommended by the
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Superintendent/President.
It moved and seconded (True/Stonebloom) to approve the Appointment of Trustees
to the Measure D Citizenss Bond Oversight Committee.
Motion carried unanimously (Rebecca Garcia left)
Award of Bid: Watsonville Green Technology Center
President King reported that the bids for the Green Technology Center came in
significantly over budget. President King and Vice President Lewis did meet with
the architect and asked the architect to work with staff on redesigns and
alternatives.
CITIZENS’ BOND
OVERSIGHT
COMMITTEE
AWARD OF BID:
WATSONVILLE
GREEN TECHNOLOGY
CENTER
The Board had a lengthy discussion about the bids. The Trustees asked why the
bids were so high and what would happen if the building did not qualify for LEED
platinum certification. The architects responded that LEED certification is still
relatively new and there are liabilities and risk associated with LEED projects..
LEED projects are not mainstream, and the materials cost can vary greatly. There
are a number of additional reporting requirements from the general contractor for
handling the materials. As more architects and contractors gain experience the costs
should come down.
President King said he hopes to settle the issue by the October board meeting.
Trustee Wildman asked the college to look into the availability of redevelopment
funds to help offset costs.
It was noted that if the building did not earn a LEED platinum certification that that
the college would have to return the Economic Development Administration (EDA)
grant funds.
Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) Initiative Funding (now D.9)
The Governing board accepted the $5,000 grant from the American Association of
Colleges of Nursing. The board authorized the Vice President of Administrative
Services to execute and make all necessary arrangements in relation to this grant
agreement on behalf of the college.
QUALITY AND
SAFETY EDUCATION
FOR NURSES (QSEN)
INITIATIVE FUNDING
It was moved and seconded (True/Spencer) to accept the QSEN Grant.
Motion passed unanimously.
INFORMATION ITEMS
Budget Update
A budget update was provided for Governing Board information.
Trustee Spencer thanked Vice President Lewis for the transparent presentation.
Trustee Wildman expressed support for the multi-year approach to budgeting. The
reality of the budget situation requires the campus to begin cost containment and
addresses the structural deficit.
Chair Reece said he appreciates that everything is out there, transparent, and available
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for discussion and said everything is on the table.
Trustee Stonebloom stated that the Board is painfully aware that the discussions are
about people and it is the Board’s responsibility to protect as many jobs as possible
and still serve as many students as possible.
Quarterly Investment Report
The quarterly report for the quarter ending June 30, 2010 was provided for Governing
Board information
Financial Reports
The financial reports through June 30, 2010, of all funds maintained by the District
were presented for Governing Board information.
Title V Grant Update: STARS First Year Experience
An update on the Title V grant was provided for Governing board information
QUARTERLY
INVESTMENT REPORT
FINANCIAL REPORTS
TITLE V GRANT
UPDATE
Trustee Stonebloom asked about equity and access and expressed concern that with
the budget reductions the students who really need the program may not have access.
Trustee Stonebloom asked to see comparative data in future Title V reports.
Cabrillo College Monthly Calendar
CABRILLO COLLEGE
The Cabrillo College activities calendar for the month of August was
MONTHLY CALENDAR
presented for Governing Board information
Agenda for Next or Future Board Meetings
The Cabrillo College Governing Board discussed items to be
placed on the agenda for the future Board meetings.
Trustee Spencer asked for an update on the transportation fund, the hiring of full
time faculty, and an update on Pell Grants.
ADJOURNMENT
The open session of the Cabrillo College Governing Board was adjourned at 8:34 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Secretary
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