September 2000 Board Meeting Minutes

The Board of Trustees of Illinois Valley Community College District No. 513 convened a regular session at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 20, 2000 in Room C307 at Illinois Valley Community College.

Members Present

William H. Franklin, Jr., Vice Chairperson
Harry R. Debo
Kristine A. Paul
H. Todd Phalen
Thomas A. Shea
Deborah L. Sweeden, Secretary
Jacob Frost, Student Trustee

Members Absent

Jimmie D. Lansford, Chairperson

Others Present

Jean Goodnow, President
Francis Brolley, Director of Public Information
Robert Marshall, Vice President of Student Services
Frank Papke, Vice President of Business Services & Finance
Larry Rousey, Director of Facilities
Walt Zukowski, Attorney

CHAIRPERSON, PRO-TEM

It was moved by Mr. Shea and seconded by Mrs. Paul to appoint Mr. Franklin as chairperson, pro-tem in the absence of Mr. Lansford.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

PUBLIC HEARING

This being the time and place published for a Public Hearing regarding the FY2001 Budget, Chairperson, pro-tem, William H. Franklin, called for questions and/or comments from the audience. Since there were no questions and/or comments, it was moved by Mr. Debo and seconded by Mr. Shea that the regular meeting resume.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

FY2001 BUDGET RESOLUTION

It was moved by Mr. Shea and seconded by Mrs. Sweeden to approve the resolution to adopt the FY2001 Budget as presented.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

CONSENT AGENDA

It was moved by Mr. Frost and seconded by Mrs. Sweeden that the Board of Trustees approve the Consent Agenda consisting of the Minutes of the August 16, 2000 Board Meeting and the Approval of Bills in the Education Fund - $101,803.11; Operation & Maintenance Fund –$137,404.52; Operation & Maintenance Fund (Restricted Fund) – $651,299.67; Auxiliary Fund - $404,013.53; Restricted Fund - $170,381.50; Liability, Protection & Settlement Fund - $9,993.15 and the approval of the financial reports as presented.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

Dr. Goodnow was pleased to announce that Jamie Gahm, Director of Business and Industrial Services was awarded the prestigious "Professional of the Year" award from the Illinois Community College Economic/Workforce Development Association. Dennis Sorensen who nominated Ms. Gahm said she spearheaded the development of a training academy and is the major driving force in the association. Dr. Goodnow reported that IVCC’s renovation project is 36 out of 48 for the list of capital projects. IVCC could expect state funding in the year 2006 or 2007. Dr. Goodnow also learned that the Community Instructional Center has moved up on the list of capital projects and is now #18. Dr. Goodnow reported that IVCC is experiencing a decline in the enrollment but Division Chairs are planning to offer a number of courses for the eight-week session for fall semester beginning October 17.

TRUSTEE’S REPORT

Jacob Frost attended the Illinois Community College Student Advisory Committee meeting. Rushmore Kidder presented a session on Leadership and Core Values. Jacob was nominated and voted as chair of the Leadership and Core Values Subcommitte.

PERSONNEL – COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

It was moved by Mr. Shea and seconded by Mrs. Paul to approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Board of Trustees of Illinois Valley Community College District No. 513 and the American Federation of Teachers Local 1810 for the period 2000-2004.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

PERSONNEL – SHERIDAN CORRECTIONAL CENTER CONTRACT

It was moved by Mr. Shea and seconded by Mrs. Paul to ratify the 2000-2001 contract between the Board of Trustees of Illinois Valley Community College District No. 513 and the American Federation of Teachers Local 1810 as negotiated.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

PERSONNEL – FACULTY APPOINTMENT – PATRICIA PENCE

It was moved by Mr. Debo and seconded by Mrs. Sweeden to approve the appointment of Patricia L. Pence as Instructor in Nursing assigned to the Division of Health Professions for the 2000-2001 academic year, with placement on the salary schedule at step B-8-$36,400 (prorated).

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

PERSONNEL – TITLE III POSITIONS

It was moved by Mr. Phalen and seconded by Mr. Shea to approve the grant-funded positions of Assessment/Placement/Tracking Specialist and Laboratory Instructor in Writing and Study Skills, approve the partially grant-funded positions of Laboratory Instructors in Math and Counselor/Orientation Specialist, and authorize the process to begin the search to fill these five positions.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

BID APPROVAL – SPRING 2001 CLASS SCHEDULE

It was moved by Mr. Shea and seconded by Mrs. Paul to grant the Business Office permission to accept the bid of Standard Register, Peoria, Illinois in the amount of $15,051.95 for the printing of the 2001 Spring Class Schedule as the lowest and most responsible bidder.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING FEE AGREEMENT

It was moved by Mr. Frost and seconded by Mr. Phalen to approve BLDD Architects as the architect of record for regular ongoing projects.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

FY01 LIFE SAFETY PROJECTS

Air Moisture Infiltration Phase IV for Building B - $254,220

It was moved by Mr. Shea and seconded by Mr. Debo to approve the Life Safety Project of Air Moisture Infiltration Phase IV for Building B in the amount of $254,220 and authorize submission of the appropriate resolution to the Illinois Community College Board.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

Lighting Upgrades and Motion Sensors - $66,097

It was moved by Mrs. Paul and seconded by Mrs. Sweeden to approve the Life Safety Project of Lighting Upgrades and Motion Sensors in the amount of $66,097 and authorize submission of the appropriate resolution to the Illinois Community College Board.

Ceiling Replacement for F Building Corridor and Link from C to F - $96,604

It was moved by Mr. Phalen and seconded by Mr. Shea to approve the Life Safety Project of Ceiling Replacement for F Building Corridor and Link from C to F in the amount of $96,604 and authorize submission of the appropriate resolution to the Illinois Community College Board.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

Campus Wide Security and Surveillance System - $325,402

It was moved by Mrs. Paul and seconded by Mr. Debo to approve the Life Safety Project of Campus Wide Security and Surveillance System in the amount of $325,402 and authorize submission of the appropriate resolution to the Illinois Community College Board.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

Air Handler and Duct Upgrades for Buildings D & E - $167,786

It was moved by Mr. Shea and seconded by Mr. Phalen to approve the Life Safety Project of Air Handler and Duct Upgrades for Buildings D & E in the amount of $167,786 and authorize submission of the appropriate resolution to the Illinois Community College Board.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

HVAC Air System Rework in Buildings A, B & C - $223,714

It was moved by Mr. Debo and seconded by Mrs. Paul to approve the amendment to the Life Safety Project of HVAC Air system Rework in Buildings A, B & C in the amount of $223,714 and authorize submission of the appropriate resolution to the Illinois Community College Board.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

STANDARD FEE INCREASE

It was moved by Mr. Frost and seconded by Mrs. Sweeden to approve a $.25 increase per credit hour in the standard fee, effective Spring Semester 2001.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

TUITION INCREASE

It was moved by Mr. Shea and seconded by Mr. Frost to approve a $1 per credit hour increase in tuition, effective the Spring Semester 2001 and a $1 per credit hour increase in tuition, effective Summer Session of 2001.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

EMERGENCY WARNING SIREN PURCHASE

It was moved by Mrs. Paul and seconded by Mr. Phalen to approve the expenditure of $14,000 toward the installation of an emergency warning siren on the IVCC campus in conjunction with the City of Oglesby.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

RESOLUTION – TORT BOND TRANSFERS

It was moved by Mrs. Sweeden and seconded by Mr. Shea to adopt the resolution to allow Mr. Frank Papke, in Mr. Billings’ absence, to transfer monies in the Tort Bond restricted and unrestricted accounts.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

EDUCATIONAL AGREEMENT ADDENDUM – SAUK VALLEY

It was moved by Mrs. Paul and seconded by Mr. Phalen to approve the addendum to the Joint Educational Agreement between Sauk Valley Community College and Illinois Valley Community College as presented.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

REVIEW OF BOARD POLICY MANUAL – SECTION 5000

It was moved by Mr. Shea and seconded by Mrs. Sweeden to approve the revised Board Policy 5003 – Learning Resources, Community Borrowers as presented and to approve the revised Board Policy 5004 – Use of Campus and Network Computing Resources as presented.

Student Advisory Vote: "Aye"-Mr. Frost. Roll Call Vote: "Ayes"- Mr. Debo, Mrs. Paul, Mr. Shea, Mrs. Sweeden, Mr. Phalen, and Mr. Franklin. "Nays" – None, motion carried.

ADJOURNMENT

It was moved by Mr. Debo, seconded by Mr. Shea, and carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 7:35 p.m.