LANE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BOARD OF EDUCATION MINUTES
June 9, 2010
1. Attendance
Board members present: Bob Ackerman, Pat Albright, Susie Johnston, Roger Hall, Gary LeClair, Tony McCown, and Sharon Stiles. Also present were: President Mary Spilde; Vice President Sonya Christian; Chief Financial Officer Greg Morgan; Legal Counsel Mindy Wittkop; Lane Community College Education Association President Jim Salt; Lane Community College Employees Federation President Bob Baldwin; and ASLCC President Mario Parker-Milligan.
A. Chair Albright called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
B. President's Report
It's hard to believe we're about to close another academic year, but it's a privilege to do so with a most heartfelt and meaningful announcement. I'd like to call your attention to Resolution 551 Honoring Ed Ragozzino. Ed founded Lane's performing arts program and ran it for 18 years. He was a major figure in the local arts community and helped establish the Eugene Festival of Musical Theater and the Hult Center as well. We were very saddened to lose him to cancer earlier this year, and many of us wanted to do something to pay tribute to him. Resolution 551 officially names our main theater, which Ed personally helped design, as the Ragozzino Performance Hall. Roxy Ragozzino, Ed's wife, is here with us tonight, and I'd like to ask her to come to the podium and share her thoughts.
B.1. Public Comment on Resolution No. 551 Honoring Ed Ragozzino
Rick Williams, Dean of Music, Dance, and Theatre Arts Division, did not know Ed, but he feels like he did. In meetings, classrooms, galleries, and performances, he has heard Ed's name and stories regarding his tenacity. We owe him a great debt. It is impossible to live in Eugene without experiencing his influence. The resolution to rename the performance hall after him has the full support of the Music, Dance, and Theatre Arts Division.
Fred Craft, avid supporter of the arts community, gave his support for the resolution. Ed brought quality productions to Lane Community College that were the talk of the town. He used the theater to its absolute potential. Ed was a friend, mentor, and teacher. The arts community is full of his disciples. Ed saw things in people that others could not see.
Barbara Myrick, music instructor, noted that Ed was a fabulous leader. He cared about the students and pushed them beyond what they thought that they could do. He would hold theater retreats, and amazing bonding would happen during those retreats. He gave sessions on humor in the classroom during inservices and sessions for the community on how to use dramatic techniques on the job. He was a tireless advocate for the arts and for Lane.
Patrick Torelle, theatre instructor, said that even the theatre students supported the resolution to name the performance hall after Ed. They didn't know him but have heard about him because of his widespread influence. Ed hired Patrick 25 years ago, and Patrick will always remember the sign on his desk that simply read: "Commitment." Commitment to theatre arts, to teaching, to education, and to the community. He preached it, lived it, and expected it of others. Ed gave Eugene the idea that high quality productions can be achieved with our own talent base. He felt a genuine duty to the community.
Karen Scheeland, community member, was hired by Ed in the fall of 1983 when Karen was a graduate student at the University of Oregon. Eventually they would become friends and colleagues. It is fitting that the theater be named after man it was built for. Ed was the kind of person who knew what he wanted and how to get it. Challenges were always met and surpassed. He was respected and admired by all who worked with him. There is no one else one like him. He was classy, charismatic, and witty-a quintessential teacher. His philosophy has guided our lives through today. His life is a legacy that will continue to be passed on to others.
Craig Wasson, actor, said that Ed was a catalyst for him in becoming a professional actor. Without him, Craig would not have had a career in acting or even the chance of it.
McCown stated that he never had the chance to work with Ed, but he has experienced the program and the theater. He thanked him and his family for the commitment and time invested in Lane.
Johnston had moved to this community about twenty years ago, and Ed Ragozzino's name was one of the first big names she heard. She feels deeply honored to have had the opportunity to meet him and Roxy a few years ago.
B.1.a Resolution No. 551 Honoring Ed Ragozzino
McCown moved, Seconded by LeClair, to adopt Resolution No. 551 Honoring Ed Ragozzino.
Motion passed unanimously.
Roxy Ragozzino noted that Ed saw potential in everyone and delighting in helping them release it. Ed was like a pebble dropped in a pond whose ripples go on and on. His legacy will live on.
Spilde presented a framed print of Jerry Ross's "Road to Lane" to Roxy Ragozzino.
President’s Report (Continued)
I'd like to welcome new ASLCC president Mario Parker Milligan to the board table and congratulate him and vice president Wesley Smith on their victory. I look forward to working with you in the coming year.
The state announced a $577 million revenue shortfall and the governor ordered a 9 percent across the board cut that will cost Lane about $2.6 million. We are working on a plan to adjust for this. This creates a problem for next year and takes the community college base from 450 to 430 million for the biennium. In talking with legislators, I am not hearing a lot of confidence that it won't get worse, even in the next year. There is some good news at the state level: employment is up; corporate profits are up; personal tax withholding revenues are up; and even lottery revenues are up. However, these are not translating into funding in the near future.
In Washington, the Senate passed the Supplemental Appropriations Bill, but without the Keep Our Educators Working Act, which would have included education jobs funding. Nonetheless, the bill could bring $270 million to Oregon, and there is some hope that Congress will extend the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage, which has the potential to bring an additional $200 million to Oregon. That might free up some money that could come to education, but probably not for next year.
We are still working on the tuition funding rebate. James Manning has been working with Kate Barry, and we will have a process in place to be able to refine and come up with some numbers to bring to the board in July. A former ASLCC President, Jeremy Riel, has been working with Manning and Barry on open educational resources, and he will be submitting a report this week.
The Eugene City Council voted to expand its urban renewal district, which secures $8 million for Lane's Downtown Campus. The board's public forum brought more good feedback and helped engage more citizens. Thanks to Board Chair Pat Albright and Vice Chair Tony McCown for leading the discussion, and to Brett Rowlett and Tracy Simms for coordination and getting our new downtown campus website online.
Last month, we updated you on perimeter planning. We shared proposals with staff which stimulated dialogue on whether to adjust current athletic field bond projects to accommodate future development. We were able to reach a compromise that meets the needs of the Health and PE Division and students and allows production to remain on schedule. I am grateful to the Bond Leadership Team, Facilities Council, Bond Management Leadership Team, Vice President Sonya Christian, and the Project User Groups for their vision and flexibility.
Other business on my calendar this past month included American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) interviews of semifinalists for the president's position; will hold finalist interviews next month and hopefully be able to select a CEO.
I interviewed with a Chronicle of Higher Ed reporter for a future story on community colleges and downtown development, a topic stimulated by our project, and I interviewed with our own Mark Harris for his cable channel diversity show. I also was interviewed by Community College Times on international students and immigration.
There were several notable events on campus this past month including US Poet Laureate Kay Ryan, who captivated everyone with her insight and humor and true regard for community colleges. Lane also hosted the Oregon Community College Green Summit and shared both operational and curricular best practices. Last week we held our annual Employee Gala to celebrate long-time employees and say farewell to our retirees. Also last week, Phi Theta Kappa held a music and arts festival called LaneStock that rocked the campus despite an inch of rain; even though I personally was not on campus, I could still hear the music. We also hosted the annual Gift of Literacy, the Springfield School District reading event for first graders.
I'd like to end with a reminder to everyone to please attend our capstone event of the year, graduation, on Saturday, June 12, at the Lane County Fairgrounds, beginning at 4 p.m. I hope you can be there. It's a testament to why we work so hard and what we're trying to do here, and it's a great way to start the summer with inspired students who have completed their goals.
Now I would like to recognize Kate Barry, who is retiring from Lane after over 30 years of service.
1) May Highlights
May highlights at Lane Community College as offered in the board mailing were presented.
2) Personnel
The college's current personnel appointments were presented.
C. Board Agenda Review/Changes
No changes were made to the board agenda.
D. Statements from Audience
Dan Drullinger, Titan Baseball player, thanked the board for their support of the baseball program. The baseball team took second place in the tournament this year.
Larson Koeller, Titan Baseball player, also thanked the board for their support of the program. He played at a community college in Arizona, and his experience at Lane has been superior.
The board meeting adjourned for executive session at 7:19 pm.
A. The Budget Hearing was called to order at 7:49 p.m.
B. Statements from the Audience
No statements from the audience were made.
C. Resolution 552, 2010-11 Budget Adoption and Appropriation
McCown moved to adopt Resolution 552, 2010-11 to appropriate funds for the 2010-11 fiscal year and with a proposal to be brought to the board in July reflecting a plan for budget cuts and bargaining. LeClair seconded.
Motion passed unanimously.
D. Resolution 553, Imposing and Categorizing Taxes for 2009-10
Hall moved to adopt Resolution 553, Imposing and Categorizing Taxes for 2010-11. McCown seconded.
Motion passed unanimously.
The public hearing adjourned, and the board meeting reconvened at 8:10 p.m.
2A. Consent Agenda
McCown moved, and seconded by Johnston, to approve the Consent Agenda consisting of:
• The approval of the May 12, 2010 meeting minutes
• Cisco Network Equipment Purchase
• Resolution No. 554 Authorizing Budget Transfers for 2009-10
Motion passed unanimously.
3. Policy Review
A. Second Reading
1. Ethical Conduct for Lane Community College Employees, A.100
McCown moved, seconded by Hall, to approve the second reading of board policy A.100, Ethical Conduct for Lane Community College Employees.
Motion passed unanimously.
POLICY NUMBER: A.100
POLICY TYPE: EXECUTIVE DIRECTIONS
POLICY TITLE: ETHICAL CONDUCT FOR LANE COMMUNITY COLLEGE EMPLOYEES
The institution strives to adhere to the highest ethical standards in its representation to its constituencies and the public; in its teaching, scholarship and service; in its treatment of students, faculty, and staff; and in its relationships with regulatory and accrediting agencies. All concerned with the good of the college will seek ways to support institutional integrity.
The board is responsible to ensure the integrity of the college. Individuals are responsible for their personal integrity and for acting in a manner consistent with this policy. Integrity is demonstrated by conduct that is honest in words and actions, and promotes respect, fairness and openness. Responsible stewardship of resources and the public trust are expectations for all employees.
All college employees are expected to conduct their affairs themselves with integrity and to hold themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct.
ADOPTED: October 13, 2004
REVIEWED: June 11, 2008
REVIEWED: June 9, 2010
2. Membership on the Board of Education, B.010
McCown moved, seconded by Johnston, to approve the second reading of board policy B.010, Membership on the Board of Education.
Motion passed unanimously.
POLICY NUMBER: B.010
POLICY TYPE: GOVERNANCE PROCESS
POLICY TITLE: MEMBERSHIP ON THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
The Board of Education of the Lane Community College District shall consist of seven members, each member elected to a four-year term by the qualified voters of the entire district. A member shall reside in the zone from which elected and shall not be employed by the College during the term of office. Two members shall be elected to represent the district at large and five members elected from zones, each to represent one of the following areas:
- Zone 1 is the western college district, which includes the Bethel area of Eugene, Veneta, Dunes City, Florence, and Monroe.
- Zone 2 is the northern college district, which includes North Eugene, Coburg, Harrisburg, and Junction City.
- Zone 3 is the northeastern college district, which includes Springfield, Thurston, and the Marcola area.
- Zone 4 is the southeastern college district, which includes the McKenzie River Valley, Creswell, Cottage Grove, Lowell, Oakridge, and Westfir.
- Zone 5 is entirely within Eugene and, in general, the area south of the Willamette river and east of City View Street.
- At-Large – Position 6 represents the entire college district.
- At-Large – Position 7 represents the entire college district.
ADOPTED: November 9, 1998
REVISED: July 17, 2002
REVIEWED: October 14, 2003
REVISED: October 10, 2007
REVIEWED: June 9, 2010
B. First Reading
1. Global Governance Commitment, B.020
No changes were recommended to this policy. A second reading will be held in May.
POLICY NUMBER: B.020
POLICY TYPE: GOVERNANCE PROCESS
POLICY TITLE: GLOBAL GOVERNANCE COMMITMENT
The Board of Education, on behalf of the district, will work to ensure that Lane Community College achieves the appropriate results, at an appropriate cost, to advance the college vision, mission, core values, and strategic directions. The board shall avoid unacceptable actions and situations through the expression of its policies and be in compliance with Oregon Revised Statutes.
The Board will govern by policy. It will establish appropriate ends policies and executive direction policies and ensure that accountability measures are clearly identified and reported on a frequency and method chosen by the board.
ADOPTED: November 9, 1998
REVISED: September 10, 2003
REVIEWED: October 10, 2007
Discussion/Action Items
A. ASLCC Election Results
McCown moved to approve the May 2010 ASLCC election results increasing the student fee by $1 to prove continued funding for The Torch. Stiles seconded.
Motion passed unanimously.
B. President's Evaluation Process
Johnston moved to approve the president's evaluation process. LeClair seconded.
Motion passed unanimously.
C. Board Evaluation Process
McCown moved to approve the board of education's evaluation process. Johnston seconded.
Motion passed unanimously.
5. Accountability/Reports
A. Benchmarks
Craig Taylor, Institutional Research, Assessment, and Planning director, responded to questions and comments on the following Benchmarks:
• Number of Recent HS Grads Attending Lane Fall Term
• College Now Enrollment
• College Now Students Enrolled in Credit Courses (not College Now), One Year Later
B. Facilities Update
An update on the status of bond projects was presented to the board.
6. Reports
ASLCC President Mario Parker-Milligan has spent the past two weeks transitioning into office. ASLCC is currently seeking two new officers and held interviews yesterday. The senate will meet a few times over the summer and are updating offices to accommodate 18 new officers.
LCCEF President Bob Baldwin reported that the college and LCCEF has reached a tentative agreement. The bargaining process went quickly and smoothly. The agreement will be ratified by the union on June 24. Baldwin thanked Christian for her leadership in crafting a solution for issues which arose around perimeter planning.
LCCEA President Jim Salt expressed frustration with the faculty bargaining process. The two groups are far apart despite movement by the faculty bargaining team. The college has responded negatively to the unions proposals. The faculty contract expires June 30.
Vice President Sonya Christian welcomed Parker-Milligan and is looking forward to working with him. Barry will be missed, but Christian hopes she will continue to work on special projects for the college. She thanked McCown, Hall, and Ackerman for attending the perimeter planning event. She thanked everyone involved in finding a solution for Health and PE's facilities plans that conflicted with perimeter planning.
Chief Financial Officer Greg Morgan recognized Kay Malmberg, who will be retiring at the end of June. The college will miss her contributions.
Board Reports
Johnston congratulated the baseball team for their second place win. She attended the Gift of Literacy event and read to the children. She thanked Malmberg and Barry for their service to the college. Johnston participated in the Women in Transitions program, which Barry created. Many women have been successful because of that program.
McCown welcomed Parker-Milligan and recognized Barry and Malmberg. He was recently elected to serve on the executive team of the Lane Council of Governments.
Albright reported that the Lane Economic Committee met this month, and he was pleased to hear all of the support for the Downtown Campus project. He commended LCCEF for coming to an agreement in record time. The Downtown Campus forum was held last month, and he believed it was a wise and prudent move to hold it at that particular place and time.
7. Date, Place, and Proposed Agenda Items for the Next Regular Meeting
Wednesday, July 14, 6:30 pm, Boardroom, Building 3, Lane Community College
8. The board meeting unanimously adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
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| Mary Spilde, President/District Clerk | Pat Albright, Board Chair |
