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State Board of Community Colleges
August 16, 2002
9:00 AM
Raleigh, North Carolina
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the State Board of Community Colleges was called to order. The following members were present:
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James J. Woody, Jr., Chair |
Brandon Johnson |
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Hilda Pinnix-Ragland, Vice Chair |
Tamara Jones for Lt. Governor Beverly E. Perdue |
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George E. Battle, III |
Chester P. Middlesworth |
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W.W. "Dub" Dickson |
Treasurer Richard H. Moore |
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Stuart B. Fountain |
G. Herman Porter |
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G. Gordon Greenwood |
Ann T. Turlington |
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Peter D. Hans |
Herbert L. Watkins |
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Sandra L. Hayes |
The following members were unable to attend: Jeannette M. Council, Bob H. Greene, Anne -Marie Knighton, Tommy E. Norman, B. Joanne Steiner and Norma B. Turnage.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a motion by Mr. Middlesworth, seconded by Ms. Pinnix-Ragland, the Board approved the minutes of the July 19, 2002 meeting.
CHANGES IN AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
On a motion by Ms. Hayes, seconded by Mr. Watkins, the Board suspended its rules and approved moving the item "Technology Enhancement Grants" from Future Action to the For Action section of the Agenda.
On a motion by Mr. Watkins, seconded by Ms. Pinnix-Ragland, the Board suspended its rules and approved moving the following items from Future Action to the For Action section of the Agenda: 1) 2002-03 College Budgets, 2) Optional Retirement Program, and 3) Legislative Studies-Independent Consultant Contracts.
Mr. Watkins requested that the For Action item "Contractual Services-Affiliated Computer Services (ACS) for Software Subscription Service (College Information System Project)-Contract Amendment" be removed from the Agenda. Without objection, Chairman Woody granted the request.
On a motion by Mr. Middlesworth, seconded by Dr. Fountain, the Board approved the Agenda as amended.
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA
On a motion by Mr. Watkins, seconded by Dr. Fountain, the Board approved the Consent Agenda, consisting of the items listed below:
PROGRAM SERVICES COMMITTEE, Bob H. Greene, Chair (In the absence of Dr. Greene, Ms. Sandra Hayes gave the Program Committee Report)
- Basic Skills State Plan Revisions
The Board approved revisions to the Basic Skills State Plan for years 4 & 5 (program years 2002-2003 and 2003-2004) of the State Plan.
- Curriculum Program Applications [New Programs to System]
The Board approved the following curriculum programs at the colleges listed on the condition that equipment funds are available to the colleges and operating funds generated by the budget formula will permit the offering of the programs without any special allocation of funds: Central Piedmont CC (A25___) Database Management and Isothermal CC (A5032_) Manufacturing Technology/Composites.
- Curriculum Program Application (FTFA)
The Board approved the following curriculum program application at the college listed on the condition that equipment funds are available to the college and operating funds generated by the budget formula will permit the offering of the program without any special allocation of funds: Piedmont CC (C45600) Phlebotomy.
- Curriculum Program Terminations
The Board approved the following curriculum program terminations: Asheville-Buncombe Technical CC (A50120) Electronic Servicing Technology, Caldwell CC & Technical Institute (A35100) Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology, Carteret CC (C45600) Phlebotomy, College of The Albemarle (A25400) Real Estate, (C25420) Real Estate Appraisal, (A25440) Travel and Tourism Technology, and Johnston CC (A60160) Automotive Systems Technology, (A15180) Floriculture Technology, (A40220) Geographic Information System/Global Positioning System Technology.
- Captive/Co-Opted
The Board approved courses of instruction to captive or co-opted groups.
- Course Approval/Continuing Education Master Course List
The Board approved the following courses for placement on the Continuing Education Master Course List.
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Program Area |
Course Title |
Course Number |
Recommended Hours |
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K35 |
Structured Cabling Systems |
ELC 3201 |
33 Hours |
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V40 |
Auto Safety and OBD Emission Control Inspection |
AUT 3129 |
16 Hours |
FINANCE AND CAPITAL NEEDS COMMITTEE, Herbert L. Watkins, Chair
- 2002-2003 Tuition Increase
The Board approved the following increase in resident and non-resident tuition:
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Student Classification |
Old Rate Per Credit Hour |
Increase |
New Rate Per Credit Hour |
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Resident |
$31.00 |
$3.25 |
$34.25 |
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Non-Resident |
$173.25 |
$17.50 |
$190.75 |
These rate increases are effective for the 2002 fall semester. Students who have previously registered, and/or have been billed the old rate, must be charged the additional amount (increase). The maximum credit hours upon which the tuition is charged remains at 16 hours. Therefore, the maximum tuition rates for regular term instruction per semester are as follows:
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Student Classification |
Maximum Charge |
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Resident |
$548 |
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Non-Resident |
$3,052 |
- Environmental/Safety/Health Services Contract
The Board approved a new contract with Blue Ridge Community College to assist N.C. community colleges in fulfilling the state and federal requirements regarding hazardous materials, chemical laboratories, bloodborne pathogens, and other environmental, safety, and health programs. The contract period will be from August 19, 2002 through June 30, 2003. The total contract will not exceed $187,000 and permits, within the funds available, to expand the type of services offered. The contract has a renewal provision for two additional one-year periods.
- Construction/Property and Bond Authorization Report
The Board authorized projects at Craven CC (2), Fayetteville Technical CC, Mayland CC, Randolph CC, Richmond CC, Rockingham CC, Sandhills CC (4), Southwestern CC, Wake Technical CC, and Wayne CC. The Board authorized the acquisition and disposal of real property at Guilford Technical CC and Richmond CC. The Board was given the Bond Authorization Report as of August 16, 2002.
- Contractual Services-Dunn Solutions Group for Database/Programmer Analysts (Data Warehouse Project)-Contract Renewal with Amendment
The Board approved a contract renewal with amendment with Dunn Solutions Group for a two-month period from September 1, 2002 to October 31, 2002 for an additional database/programmer analyst. The contract renewal with amendment will not exceed $40,000.
REGULAR AGENDA
POLICY COMMITTEE, Peter D. Hans, Chair
For Future Action
- Approval of Proprietary Schools
The Board will be asked to give approval to license the following Proprietary Schools for the period beginning September 1, 2002 and ending June 30, 2003 to offer programs as listed:
- Strayer University (two locations in Charlotte and one location in Morrisville)-Diploma Programs include Accounting and Computer Information Systems. Certificate Programs include Accounting, Business Administration, and Computer Information Systems.
- North America Business Technologies, LLC-Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) Track, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and CompTIA A+ Certification Track, Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW) Track, Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW) and CompTIA A+ Certification Track, CompTIA A+ Certification Track, Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) Track, Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) Track, Microsoft Certified Trainer, Sun Microsystems JAVA I Fundamental, Sun Microsystems JAVA II Intermediate, Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) 1997 or 2000 Certification, CompTIA NET+ Certification, Novell Securing Intranets with Border Manager, Novell NetWare TCP/IP, Novell NetWork Management, Novell NetWorking Technologies, Novell NetWare 5 Advanced Administration, Novell NetWare 5 Design and Implementation, Novell NetWare Service and Support, Novell GroupWise 5.0 Administration, Novell GroupWise Advanced Administration, Novell GroupWise 5.0 Net Access and Configuration, Novell IntranetWare: Netware 4.11 Administration, Novell IntranetWare: Netware 4.11 Advanced, Novell NetWare 4.11 to 5 Update, Novell IntranetWare: Integrating Windows, Novell NetWare 5 Administration, Introduction to Personal Computers (PC’s), Microsoft Internet Explorer: Fundamentals, Intermediate, and Advanced Classes
- Elite Training of Charlotte-CompTIA A Plus Certification, CompTIA Net Plus Certification, Microsoft MCSA Certification, Microsoft MCSE Certification, Microsoft MCDBA Certification, ProSoft CIW Certification, Cisco CCNA, and Cisco CCNP
- The Academy of Raleigh, Inc.-A+ Computer Technician Program, Network Professional (+), MCSE 2000, Network Associates, Network Engineer, Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS)
- Carolina Computer Learning Systems-Train the Trainer Certification Programs, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, SCNP, SCNA, Oracle Certified Professional Programs: OCA, DBA, DBO, & IAD, Microsoft Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified Database Administrator, Internetworking Professional, Foundations-I Net Professional, E-Commerce Professional, Certified Citrix Associate, A+ Certification Program, Network+ Certification Program, Security Professional Program, Server Administrator Program, Site Designer Program, Microsoft Certified Systems Developer, Certified Novell Administrator, Certified Novell Engineer, Certified Cisco Network Associate, and MOUS Expert
- Elite Training Inc.-CompTIA A Plus Certification, CompTIA Net Plus Certification, Microsoft MCSA Certification, Microsoft MCSE Certification, Microsoft MCDBA Certification, ProSoft CIW Certification, Cisco CCNA, and Cisco CCNP
- SofTrain Computer Training Center of Asheville-MCSE Program, MCSA Program, Computer Fundamentals, Word Processing, Spreadsheets and Accounting, Database Management, Presentation Graphics, Time Management, Internet and Web Design, Windows XP or NET Family, Windows 2000, CompTia, Programming, Oracle, and Cisco
- SofTrain Computer Training Center of Wilmington-MCSE Program, MCSA Program, Computer Fundamentals, Word Processing, Spreadsheets and Accounting, Database Management, Presentation Graphics, Time Management, Internet and Web Design, Windows XP or NET Family, Windows 2000, CompTia, Programming, Oracle, and Cisco
For Action
- Initiate the Rule-Making Process for Rule 23 NCAC 2E.0604
On a motion by Mr. Hans, seconded by Dr. Fountain, the Board approved to initiate the rule-making process for Rule 23 NCAC 2E.0604.
- Approve the Hearing Officer’s Report for Rule 23 NCAC 2E.0201
On a motion by Mr. Hans, seconded by Ms. Pinnix-Ragland, the Board approved the Hearing Officer’s Report for Rule 23 NCAC 2E.0201 Curriculum Program Approvals and Terminations.
PROGRAM SERVICES COMMITTEE, Bob H. Greene, Chair (In the absence of Dr. Greene, Ms. Sandra Hayes gave the Program Committee Report)
For Information
- Special Application Approvals by System President
The following community colleges requested and received approval to offer the programs listed: (A2512I) Business Administration/Electronic Commerce-Brunswick CC & Mayland CC; (A2526D) Information Systems/Network Administration and Support-Brunswick CC, (A25290) Internet Technologies-Brunswick CC & Cleveland CC; (A50240) Industrial Systems Technology-Catawba Valley CC.
For Future Action
- New and Expanding Industry Training 2001-2002 Annual Report
The Board will be asked to approve the New and Expanding Industry Training 2001-2002 Annual Report. Legislation requires that the Board approved report be transmitted to the General Assembly by October 1.
- Curriculum Standard Revision
The Board will be asked to approve revisions to the following curriculum standard: Asheville-Buncombe Technical CC (A25130) Computer Programming.
- Curriculum Program Terminations
The Board will be asked to approve the following curriculum program terminations: Beaufort County CC (A25400) Real Estate, Central Piedmont CC (A40400) Telecommunications and Network Engineering Technology, Halifax CC (A55280) General Occupational Technology, Tri-County CC (D60100) Autobody Repair, (D35160) Cabinetmaking, (A50300) Machining Technology, (D35280) Masonry, and (A40380) Surveying Technology.
- Cooperative Agreement Revision Between the North Carolina Community College System and the North Carolina Department of Correction on Programming of Correctional Education
The Board will be asked to approve revisions to the Cooperative Agreement between NCCCS and NCDOC on Programming of Correctional Education. The purpose of the Cooperative Agreement is to establish in writing an understanding of responsibilities of the NCCCS and the NCDOC for providing education and training to inmates, probationers, and parolees in North Carolina. The current edition of the Agreement was approved in August 2000. In an effort to meet the changing needs of both DOC and NCCCS, the Interagency Committee agreed to make necessary revisions to the Agreement and the Committee is requesting State Board approval of those revisions.
For Action
- Technology Enhancement Grants
On a motion by Ms. Hayes, seconded by Ms. Turlington, the Board approved the issuance of funds in the amount of $138,308 to 17 Community Colleges for the period of October 1, 2002 to June 30, 2002. These grants will provide funding for a variety of distance learning technology enhancement efforts. The written applications were evaluated by staff and given a score based upon the prestated criteria. This is the first time this funding has been made available to the System.
FINANCE AND CAPITAL NEEDS COMMITTEE, Herbert L. Watkins, Chair
For Information
- 1993 Bond Status Report
The Board was given the Bond Project Status Report-Ongoing Projects as of July 31, 2002.
- Legislative Update
The Board was given a Legislative Update and Budget Tracking Chart.
- HUB Activity Composite Index
The Board was given a Composite Index of Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) Participation on 2000 State Bond Construction Utilization and Purchasing/Informal Construction from November 2000 – March 31, 2002.
- Bond Availability
The Board was given a report on Bond Funds Available vs. Projected Bond Fund Expenditures Using August 2, 2002 Cash Flow Model.
For Action
- 2002-2003 College Budgets
On a motion by Mr. Watkins, seconded by Mr. Middlesworth, the Board approved a request from the Finance & Capital Needs Committee that the Committee be allowed to meet and take action regarding the Community College Budget should the General Assembly adopt a budget before the next scheduled meeting of the SBCC.
- Optional Retirement Program
On a motion by Mr. Watkins, seconded by Ms. Pinnix-Ragland, the Board approved the concept of establishing an "Optional Retirement Program" for the North Carolina Community College System and that the NCCCS Staff be empowered to seek sources for the study, both internal and external.
- Legislative Studies-Independent Consultant Contracts
.On a motion by Mr. Watkins, seconded by Ms. Pinnix-Ragland, the Board approved the concept of hiring on outside consultant to conduct a study of funding in the NCCCS
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE, Jeannette M. Council, Chair (In the absence of Dr. Council, Dr. Fountain gave the Personnel Committee Report)
On a motion by Dr. Fountain, seconded by Ms. Hayes, the Board convened in closed session for the discussion of personnel matters and pending awards.
CLOSED SESSION FOR PERSONNEL MATTERS
The Board reconvened in open session.
For Action
- Approval of Interim President-College of The Albemarle
On a motion by Dr. Fountain, seconded by Mr. Johnson, the Board approved Lynne Bunch as Interim President of the College of The Albemarle effective August 16, 2002.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT, H. Martin Lancaster
President Lancaster’s report was delivered to the SBCC. The text of his report is available on the NCCCS Web site.
CHAIR’S REMARKS, James J. Woody, Jr.
- Thanked each SBCC Member for their dedication, hard work, and attendance. The I.E. Ready Committee, Retreat Planning Committee, and Calendar Committee, met on Thursday, August 15, 2002, and Chairman Woody thanked the committee members for serving on the committees.
- Informed the Board Members that they should have received a letter of appreciation from him because every voting member of the State Board of Community Colleges has contributed to the North Carolina Community Colleges Foundation, either through personal pledges, gifts from businesses or foundations or both.
- Asked the Board Members to keep Dr. Bob Greene, Dr. Jeannette Council & her husband Thomas Council, in their thoughts and prayers.
- Reminded the Board Members that the dates of the next SBCC Meetings are September 12-13, 2002 in Raleigh.
DATES OF NEXT MEETINGS
The next meeting of the State Board of Community Colleges is scheduled for September 12-13, 2002 in Raleigh.
ADJOURNMENT
By acclamation, the Board adjourned at 10:15 a.m.
| RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED BY: | |
| Secretary | APPROVED BY: |
| H. Martin Lancaster, System President | James J. Woody, Jr., Chair |
Agenda attachments referenced in this document were previously mailed and therefore are not attached to these minutes. If copies are needed, please contact the Office of State Board Affairs, North Carolina Community College System, 200 West Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27603-1379, (919) 733-7051.
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