HARTNELL COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
FACILITIES MASTER PLAN – STEERING COMMITTEE
(CORE GROUP)
Minutes
Wednesday, February 26, 2014; 8:30 a.m.
E-112
MEMBERS
Name
Willard Lewallen,
Superintendent/President
Alfred Muñoz, Vice President
Joseph Reyes, Director
Lori Kildal, Vice President
Matt Coombs, Vice President
Romero Jalomo, Vice President
Jackie Cruz, Executive Director
Dave Younger
Jonathan McMurtry
Representing
Management
Present
Management-Admin
Services
Management-Facilities
Management-Academic
Affairs
Management-Info Tech
and Resources
Management-Student
Affairs
Management-Office of
Advancement &
Development
Lionakis
Lionakis
X
Title or Representing
Present
Absent
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Others
Name
Absent
CALL TO ORDER & INTRODUCTIONS
Alfred Muñoz
Meeting called to order at 8:45 a.m.
Introductions were made for those who have not yet met Dave Younger and Jonathan McMurtry.
AGENDA
Dave reminded those present that this group – the Core Group (aka Steering Committee) – is the highest level for
decision making. The Planning Group is the next level down; detailed information regarding day-to-day operations of the
college will come from the planning group. Dave stressed that the Core Group will have the ultimate say and will be the
final decision makers to ensure the master plan moves along.
Dave added that the purpose of this meeting will be to recap what was done at the earlier core group meeting, recap the
planning group meeting, and do exercises. Additionally, the outcome of the interviews with deans/managers which were
conducted in mid-February will be reviewed.
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Hartnell College Mission Statement
Hartnell College provides the leadership and resources to ensure that all students shall have equal access to a quality education and the opportunity to
pursue and achieve their goals. We are responsive to the learning needs of our community and dedicated to a diverse educational and cultural campus
environment that prepares our students for productive participation in a changing world.
Current step is information gathering in which issues are identified and solutions sought. Dave reviewed some of the
areas which were noted as problems:
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Alisal campus – is it being used to its utmost?
King City
Funding – bond money is gone
Dave then asked the group what the highs and lows are on all campuses and how they do/do not support educational
programs. Al Muñoz identified office space as a critical and very current issue. At least two different departments need
additional space and a solution needs to be found. Romero Jalomo added that the lack of office space is more
pronounced on main campus. He asked if a standard exists related to office size for faculty members or managers.
Romero added that counselors are in very tight quarters currently. Dave began by saying his suggestions for this topic
will come from a lot of other campuses; in his experience, inconsistent office size is a big complaint. A lot of districts
standardize; the range for a typical office being between 80 and 100 square feet with 100 being common for counselors
since they have visitors in their offices. Dave also spoke briefly about what he referred to as “hotel’ing” in which space is
used by different people in specific blocks of time. Additionally, Dave said he has seen a lot of times where adjuncts are
housed in cubicles. Jackie Cruz stated her belief that having a standard to follow is important. Matt Coombs asked how
limits can be communicated. Further discussion related to office space followed. Jonathan pointed out that the beauty of
a master plan is that it is a great tool to have when someone says they need something and it cannot be offered to them
because it is not in the master plan. Dave offered that a size range standard could be stated within the master plan.
Standards would have been adopted by the Board.
Jonathan added that comments he heard during the interviews could be generalized as:
Main campus – it is remodel and move people around
Alisal campus - has the most likelihood for facilities growth
King City - sell it and rent other space, or move
Further, Jonathan stated that a growth plan does not have to be the same on all campuses.
The meeting then turned to the upcoming forums and discussion ensued. Jackie stated a group of approximately 250300 volunteers reside in a database of the Foundation’s frequent contacts which will be a good place to start for the
community forum’s invitees. Additionally, Jackie stated that the Board will probably desire two presentations – one at
Main campus and the other at South County center – and it is her belief that this group should plan for it rather than wait
to be told. Further discussion followed.
Romero Jalomo then spoke about the future implementation of a 16 week semester calendar and its relationship to the
FMP.
Discussions regarding inefficient use of space followed, including room E-112, the existing server room, and library.
Dave then asked everyone to weigh in on what they believe the FMP priorities should be. All were in agreement that
“assess current and future needs” is the number one priority. Further, Dave stated that this particular priority was the
first for the planning group as well and combined with the information received via the interviews, Lionakis will come up
with a list of 10 items which will become the guidepost for the FMP.
FUTURE:
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In March, conduct forums with the community, students, and faculty
Also in March, the Planning Group should meet again
After community forums, the Core Group should reconvene
At the May 2014 board meeting, Lionakis to provide an update related to data gathered via interviews
June/July is the period when Lionakis will put together graphics illustrating suggestions and solutions
End of summer, inform the community of the FMPs progress
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Hartnell College Mission Statement
Hartnell College provides the leadership and resources to ensure that all students shall have equal access to a quality education and the opportunity to
pursue and achieve their goals. We are responsive to the learning needs of our community and dedicated to a diverse educational and cultural campus
environment that prepares our students for productive participation in a changing world.
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September/October – key milestones
November – present final document
ADJOURNMENT
Alfred Muñoz
Meeting adjourned at 10:38 a.m.
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Hartnell College Mission Statement
Hartnell College provides the leadership and resources to ensure that all students shall have equal access to a quality education and the opportunity to
pursue and achieve their goals. We are responsive to the learning needs of our community and dedicated to a diverse educational and cultural campus
environment that prepares our students for productive participation in a changing world.