HARTNELL COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
College Planning Council Special Meeting
Minutes
June 5, 2014, 10 a.m.
E-112
MEMBERS
Name
Representing
Present
Willard Lewallen
Tony Anderson
Renata Funke
Romero Jalomo
Lori Kildal
Stephanie Low
Administration
Academic Senate
Administration
Administration
Administration
Administration
X
X
Alfred Muñoz
Andy Newton
Raul Tapia
VACANT
Stephen Otero
Joanne Trevino
Administration
Administration
Associated Students
Associated Students
CSEA
CSEA
X
Delia Edeza
CSEA
Christine Svendsen
HCFA
Cheryl O’Donnell
David Beymer
Carol Kimbrough
Janeen Whitmore
Faculty
Faculty
Faculty
Faculty
Ann Wright
Dale Fuge
Faculty
L-39
Others
Name
Brian Lofman
Title or Representing
Dean, Institutional
Planning and
Effectiveness
Absent
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Present
X
Absent
CALL TO ORDER & INTRODUCTION
The meeting was called to order at 10:04 a.m.
James Stephens, ASHC, introduced Raul Tapia, President-elect, Associated Students Hartnell College. James thanked
everyone for allowing him to participate on the CPC. The CPC thanked James for his leadership and participation and
wished him well in future endeavors.
ACTION ITEMS
1.
Consider Approval of Minutes from May 21, 2014 meeting.
Motioned (Kimbrough) Seconded (Low) to approve the minutes of May 21, 2014 as submitted; however it was
not noted whether Andy Newton was in attendance at the meeting; Lucy will confirm and fix the minutes.
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Hartnell College Vision Statement: Hartnell College will be nationally recognized for the success of our students by developing leaders who will
contribute to the social, cultural, and economic vitality of our region and the global community.
Hartnell College Mission Statement: Focusing on the needs of the Salinas Valley, Hartnell College provides educational opportunities for students to
reach academic goals in an environment committed to student learning, achievement and success.
2.
Consider Approval of 16-week Calendar
Motioned (Jalomo), Seconded (Kimbrough) and unanimously carried, the CPC moved to approve the 16-week
calendar.
Prior to the vote, Dr. Lewallen recalled the steps that led up to the development of a 16-week calendar. Dr.
Lewallen provided the CPC with the student and employee survey results and a sample of an academic year. Dr.
Lewallen then stated the next steps will include collective bargaining with faculty, as needed, approval by the
governing board and the Chancellor’s Office, which could be as early as fall 2014, implementing in academic
year 2015-16.
Further, Dr. Lewallen noted that more than 60 California community college districts already operate under a 16week calendar as do other colleges/universities. There was discussion on the number of course minutes, the
effects of working conditions for classified employees, and the opportunities for longer summer sessions and
breaks. In closing, Dr. Lewallen noted that the alternative calendar taskforce has completed its work, but that
others will need to meet to implement the calendar, if approved.
INFORMATION/DISCUSSION/PRESENTATIONS
1.
College Planning Council Evaluation of Effectiveness / Inventory of Agenda Items/Responsibilities
The CPC reviewed and discussed an inventory of agenda items by month and by area of responsibility. The top
items reviewed by the CPC included planning/research and board policy and administrative procedures.
The discussion then moved to the lack of attendance and quorum at council meetings as noted across most
council evaluation surveys. The CPC recognized this challenge and some members suggested a campus wide
committee fair to solicit participation. Other suggestions included the appointment of alternates and posting the
2014-15 meeting dates/times on the college website as soon as possible to help with the planning of calendars;
a directive Dr. Lewallen requested all chairs complete as soon as possible.
2.
Timelines for Student Success and Support Program Plan (SSSP) and Student Equity Plan
Dr. Jalomo shared the timelines for the student success and support program plan, student equity plan, and
basic skills initiative plan. Each plan is being developed by different workgroups and the work will continue
through the summer to ensure approval from the various constituent groups and governing board next fall.
3.
2014-15 Tentative Budget
Alfred Muñoz, Vice President, Administrative Services, presented the tentative budget for 2014-15. Al reported
the budget is based on the governor’s budget. The governing board will consider adopting the tentative budget
at a special meeting on June 17th.
OTHER ITEMS/BRIEF ANNOUNCEMENTS
1.
Tony Anderson stated that the college needs to consider a larger location to accommodate larger graduating
classes. He believes a taskforce should be formed and would like to be included. Dr. Jalomo and Dr. Lewallen
stated a committee already exists and Tony will be included.
2.
Dr. Lewallen reported that he plans to meet with Dr. Ochoa, President, CSUMB, to discuss possible opportunities
to the community due to the pending purchase of the National Steinbeck Center.
NEXT MEETING(S)
September 3, 2014, 3 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 12:15 p.m.
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Hartnell College Vision Statement: Hartnell College will be nationally recognized for the success of our students by developing leaders who will
contribute to the social, cultural, and economic vitality of our region and the global community.
Hartnell College Mission Statement: Focusing on the needs of the Salinas Valley, Hartnell College provides educational opportunities for students to
reach academic goals in an environment committed to student learning, achievement and success.