REGULAR MEETING
OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM
June 1, 2006
Minutes
The Board of Trustees of the Houston Community College System held a Regular Meeting on
Thursday, June 1, 2006 at the System Administration Building, Second Floor Auditorium, 3100
Main, Houston, Texas.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
Jay Aiyer, Chair
Diane Olmos Guzman, Secretary
Bruce A. Austin, Deputy Secretary
James R. Murphy
Christopher W. Oliver
Richard Schechter
Dr. Michael P. Williams
ADMINISTRATION
Bruce Leslie, Chancellor
Doretha Eason, Deputy to the Chancellor
Charles Cook, Vice Chancellor, Educational Development
Irene Porcarello, Vice Chancellor, Student Success
Jose Villarreal, Vice Chancellor, Economic Development
Gloria Walker, Vice Chancellor, Finance & Administration
Winston Dahse, Interim President, Southwest College
Margaret Ford, President, Northeast College
Fena Garza, President, Southeast College
William Harmon, President, Central College
Zachary Hodges, President, Northwest College
Marsal Stoll, President, Coleman College
Willie Williams, Associate Vice Chancellor, Human Resources
William Mack, Associate Vice Chancellor, Facilities and Construction
Carole Keeney, Interim Associate Vice Chancellor, Communications
Kelly Zuniga, Executive Director, HCC Foundation
Remmele Young, Executive Director, Government Relations
Becky Giot, Executive Director, Financial/Budgetary Control
Miles LeBlanc, General Counsel
OTHERS PRESENT
Jarvis Hollingsworth, System Counsel, Bracewell & Giuliani
David Wilcox, President, Faculty Senate
Other administrators, citizens and representatives from the news media

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CALL TO ORDER
Mr. Aiyer, Chair, called the meeting to order at 4:35 p.m. and declared the Board convened to consider matters pertaining to the Houston Community College System as listed on the duly posted meeting notice.
PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mr. Oliver led the prayer and pledge of allegiance to the flag.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of Minutes from the Special Meeting of April 11, 2006, Marketing Committee Meeting of April 20, 2006, Board Governance Committee Meeting of April 20, 2006, Committee of the
Whole Meeting of April 20, 2006, and Regular Board Meeting of April 27, 2006
Motion – Dr. Williams moved approval of Minutes from the Approval of Minutes. Mr. Oliver seconded. The motion passed 5-0-1 with Mr. Schechter abstaining because he was not present at the meetings.
HEARING OF CITIZENS
Mr. Aiyer gave preface to the Hearing of Citizens and asked if there were any registered speakers to come forward.
Mr. G. L. Jackson came before the Board to discuss the information that HCC has provided to the community as it relates to athletics. He stated that he has met some of the Board members and reiterated that he submits his support in bringing athletic programs to HCC.
CHANCELLOR’S REPORT
MOA between HCC and UH-D
Dr. Leslie informed that Dr. Castillo with University of Houston-Downtown was present for the signing of the MOA between HCC and UHD relating to the Joint Admission Program which is on the agenda for approval. Dr. Castillo thanked HCC for their efforts in participating in such programs as the joint admission program.
Motion – Mr. Schechter motioned to approve the MOA between HCC and University of
Houston-Downtown for the Joint Admissions Program. Mr. Oliver seconded the motion. The motion passed 6-0.
Phi Beta Kappa Recognition
Mr. Aiyer recognized the Phi Beta Kappa student Raul Bonda in receiving two national awards.
Mr. Aiyer also recognized Dr. Benny Ables who is the lead advisory for the program. She introduced the officers and informed of the student awards received.
Signing of MOU with George I. Sanchez High School
Dr. Leslie informed that Bobby Lopez and Ed Socha were present for the signing of the MOU with AAMA/George I. Sanchez High School which was approved by the Board.

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Presentation from Washington Mutual
Dr. Leslie recognized Ms. Joni Baird with Washington Mutual who provided a $10,000 grant to
HCC Central College in support of HCC’s efforts in assisting individuals affected by Hurricane
Katrina and Hurricane Rita.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion – Mr. Oliver moved approval of the Consent Agenda except for items B.1, C.1, and C.2 .
Mr. Austin seconded the motion. Motion carried 6-0.
The following items were approved:
1.
Approve MOA for the Joint Admissions Program between HCC and University of
Houston-Downtown
2.
Approve Contract for IT Business Transformation Services (Project 06-21)
3.
Approve Student Activity/Services Fee
APPROVE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR POLICY REVISIONS TO SMALL BUSINESS
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Motion - Mr. Austin motioned that the last bullet relating to the corrective actions under the
SBDP Department responsibilities is omitted and request that it is revisited by the Board
Governance & Operations Committee for redevelopment. Mr. Oliver seconded the motion. The motion passed with a vote of 5-0-1 with Trustee Guzman abstaining.
(Mr. Murphy arrived at 5:00 p.m.)
APPROVE CONTRACT FOR STRATEGIC LAND/GROWTH/UTILIZATION
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES (PROJECT 06-26)
Motion – Dr. Williams motioned to approve the contract for Strategic Land/Growth Utilization
Development Services. Mr. Oliver seconded the motion. The motion passed 7-0.
Mrs. Guzman requested to pull the item for clarification discussion. She asked if the utilization of the development services be used for every project that requires real estate analysis and will each assigned project require a twenty-five percent goal. Mrs. Walker informed that the answer is primarily yes in terms of all the projects. She noted that the RFQ required the small business to meet the twenty-five percent small business goal participation.
APPROVE CONTRACT FOR ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR
THE NORTHEAST COLLEGE-NORTHLINE CAMPUS (PROJECT 06-23)
Motion – Dr. Williams motioned to approve and Mrs. Guzman seconded. The motion passed 6-
1 with Trustee Schechter opposing.
Dr. Leslie recognized Mr. Vicente Mier recipient of the Adult Educator of the Year Award presented by the Texas Association for Literacy and Adult Education.

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Mr. Aiyer announced Ms. Gigi Do who presented information in recognition of Asian Heritage month celebration. A reception was held in the auditorium foyer in recognition of the Asian
Heritage month.
ADJOURNED TO CLOSED SESSION
Mr. Aiyer adjourned the meeting to Executive Session at 5:11 p.m., notice having previously been given and reiterated by him in accordance with Sections 551.071, 551.072, and/or 551.074 of the Open Meetings Law. He stated that any final action, vote or decision on any item discussed in Executive Session would be taken up in Open Session or in a subsequent Public
Meeting.
Mr. Aiyer reconvened the meeting in Open Session at 6:32 p.m. and entertained motions on pending matters.
(Present: Trustees Aiyer, Austin, Guzman, Murphy, Oliver, Schechter, and Dr. Williams)
Motion – Mr. Oliver moved and Mrs. Guzman seconded to approve items 1-4. The motion passed with a vote of 7-0. The following items were approved:
1.
Approve Purchase of Web Content Equipment
2.
Approve Extension of Contract with SUMA Partners, LP
3.
Approve Payment to Bracewell & Giuliani for Professional Services
4.
Approve Investment Report for Month of April 2006
Motion - Mr. Schechter moved to table items IX-B and C to the next Committee of the Whole meeting. Mr. Oliver seconded the motion. The motion passed with a vote of 7-0.
Mr. Austin asked for clarification on the Web Content Management item that was approved. He asked the question because the Board discussed making certain the CIO is in place and an analysis is conducted. Dr. Leslie informed that the Web Content Management has been under way for a couple years and this is Phase II. He stated that a company was hired to assist in the designing portion and noted that the servers are needed to complete this phase.
Dr. Williams asked what the effects would be in delaying the approval. Dr. Leslie informed that delaying would only add additional cost and would not serve a direct purpose.
Mrs. Guzman stated that she recalls the discussion in previous meetings was that the company had a twenty-five percent small business goal in which they had not completed. Mrs. Irene
Porcarello informed that this is Phase II of the Vignette Web Content to purchase the hardware.
Motion – Mr. Austin motioned to reconsider the item on Vignette Web Content Management
System. Mrs. Guzman seconded the motion. The motion passed 6-1 with Mr. Oliver opposing.
Motion – Mr. Austin motioned and Mrs. Guzman seconded to table to the next Technology
Committee meeting. The motion passed 6-1 with Mr. Oliver opposing.

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MOTIONS FROM CLOSED SESSION DISCUSSION:
Motion – Dr. Williams motioned to approve the mutual release and separation agreement with
Dr. Bruce Leslie and exercise the Board’s right to pursuit to paragraph six of the agreement. Mr.
Schechter seconded the motion. The motion passed with a vote of 7-0.
Motion – Dr. Williams motioned that Dr. Bruce Leslie is given the title of Chancellor Emeritus.
Mr. Schechter seconded the motion. The motion passed with a vote of 7-0.
Dr. Leslie addressed the audience stating that as the longest tenured Chancellor in the post HISD history of Houston Community College, as the Chancellor who presided over a period of record growth, expansion, and accomplishments for the institution, he proudly, yet with sadness, announces his resignation. He further stated that the theme of his administration at HCC has been “Success” especially as it relates to students. He believes that record success is ahead for
HCC. Dr. Leslie reiterated accomplishments during his tenure and acknowledged the faculty, staff, and administration for their support to transform HCC to become the finest community college in the nation.
Mr. Aiyer stated that he speaks on behalf of the entire Board in thanking Dr. Leslie for his faith and commitment for Houston Community College. He wished Dr. and Mrs. Leslie much success on their future endeavors.
Motion – Mr. Schechter motioned that Gloria Walker is named Acting Chancellor for the next thirty (30) days. Mr. Oliver seconded the motion. The motion passed 7-0.
Motion – Mr. Austin motioned that the Board authorize the Chair and the Secretary to sign the commendation letter for Chancellor Emeritus, Dr. Bruce Leslie. Dr. Williams seconded the motion. The motion passed with a vote of 7-0.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:49 p.m.
DINNER
Following adjournment, the Board of Trustees met for dinner in the Chancellor’s Conference
Room on the 12th floor, where they may discuss System business but will not take action on such business.
Minutes recorded, transcribed & submitted by:
Sharon Wright, Executive Administrative Assistant, Board Services
Minutes Approved as Submitted: