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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 |
Chester P. Middlesworth |
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Hilda Pinnix-Ragland, Vice-Chair Jeanette M. Council |
John McLawhorn for Treasurer Richard H. Moore |
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Carolyn M. Davis |
Lt. Governor Beverly Perdue |
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Stuart B. Fountain |
Linwood Powell |
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Bob H. Greene |
B. Joanne Steiner |
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Sandra L. Hayes |
Ann T. Turlington |
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Estell C. Lee |
The following members were unable to attend: George Battle, James "Jim" Daniels, Gordon "Buddy" Greenwood, Anne-Marie Knighton, Thomas Norman, Norma Turnage, and Herbert Watkins.
REPORTS:
NC Community College Trustees Association, Helen Dowdy
 | Bill Disher has resigned as President of NCCCTA for personal reasons. Carl Byrd, former Vice President, has assumed the Presidency, Helen Newsome is now Vice President, and Talmage Penland is Secretary/Treasurer. They will serve until June 2004 when elections for new officers will be held. Since Ms. Newsome and Mr. Penland are fulfilling unexpired terms, they will both be eligible to be re-elected to their same office. |
NC Community College President’s Association, Dr. Ken Boham
| The Executive Committee of the NCCC President’s Association met on November 20 to work on a draft of budget priorities to be recommended by the Association. It is hoped that a completed report of priorities will be ready by January 2004 for distribution to the SBCC and NCACCT for their review. The Association is then planning to get representatives from the various organizations within the community college system to meet with them during February to discuss the budget priorities and to encourage system support for those priorities. |
| Several individual meetings have been held with legislators about what may or may not be accomplished in the short session of the General Assembly. The Association has been very pleased with the response received thus far, and they are keeping the System Office updated on the meetings. |
N4CSGA, Carole Davis
| N4CSGA held their Fall Conference on October 17-19, 2003 at the Greenville Hilton with 387 student delegates and advisors attending representing 42 community colleges throughout the state. The post-conference survey indicated that attendees felt the conference was very successful in presenting useful information on a broad range of topics and provided a venue to network with each other. The issue brought forth and voted on unanimously by N4CSGA was the lobbying of the Legislature for increased funding for programs for special populations across the state. This is the same issue brought forward by the Association of Deans. The N4CSGA hopes the coalition will give the issue greater impact. |
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a motion by Mr. Middlesworth, seconded by Ms. Steiner, the Board approved the minutes of the October 17, 2003 meeting.
CHANGES IN AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
On a motion by Dr. Fountain, seconded by Vice Chair Pinnix-Ragland, the Board suspended the rules and approved a request to add "Secondary Employment Policy" to the agenda For Future Action. On a motion by Dr. Greene, seconded by Ms. Lee, the Board approved the Agenda as amended.
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA
On a motion by Dr. Fountain, seconded by Mrs. Pinnix-Ragland, the Board unanimously approved the Consent Agenda including the items that follow.
POLICY COMMITTEE, Anne-Marie Knighton, Chair
The Board approved "The Operating Procedures Manual for Enrollment of High School and Intellectually Gifted and Mature Students in Community College Courses and Programs."
PROGRAM SERVICES COMMITTEE, Bob Greene, Chair
The Board approved the following curriculum program terminations: Central Piedmont CC and Craven CC Business Administration/Electronic Commerce [A2512I].
The Board approved the following curriculum program applications which were fast tracked for action: Cleveland CC Facility Maintenance Technology [A50190], Mayland CC Computer Engineering Technology [A40160], and Vance-Granville CC Pharmacy Technology (Diploma) [D45580].
The Board approved the following curriculum standard revisions: Central Carolina CC Bio-process Manufacturing Technology [A50440] and Veterinary Medical Technology [A45780], Durham Technical CC Fire Protection Technology [A55240], and Forsyth Technical CC Cardiovascular/Vascular Interventional Technology [D45140].
The Board approved Basic Skills courses for captive/co-opted groups as follows: Lenoir CC to offer two courses at Ambleside, and Richmond CC to offer two courses at Scotland Correctional Institution (see Attachment Prog. 8).
The Board approved Continuing Education courses for captive/co-opted groups as follows: Beaufort CC to offer five courses at one location, Central Carolina CC one course at one location, Richmond CC two courses at one location, and Vance-Granville CC three courses at three locations (see Attachment Prog. 9).
The Board approved a program application for Nash CC Electrical Electronics Technology [A35220].
The Board approved the addition of the following course to the Continuing Education Master Course List:
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L30 |
Introduction to Medical Law |
LEX 3000 |
24 hours |
FINANCE AND CAPITAL NEEDS COMMITTEE, Herbert Watkins, Chair
The Board approved a professional service agreement with Elizabeth Isler not to exceed $2,000 per month or $6,000 over the contract period of November 21, 2003 through January 21, 2004.
The Board approved the GED scoring services contract renewal with amendment with the University of Texas Scoring Center for scoring English Essay, Spanish and French Tests for the period January 1, 2004 through December 31, 2004 in the amount of $45,000.
The Board approved a professional service agreement with Marsha Munn in an amount not to exceed $27,676 for the period December 1, 2003 through June 30, 2004 to develop a reference manual for the early childhood associate program degree directors. Funding is through Title I, Section 124 of the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 1998.
The Board approved the report of 2% transfers processed through October 2003 and the transfer requests from Caldwell CC, Craven CC, Guilford Technical CC, Halifax CC, Isothermal CC, Johnston CC, and Rowan-Cabarrus CC, however, the request from Wilkes CC was denied based upon policy.
The Board approved the Construction/Property/Bond Authorization Report as of November 21, 2003 including project approvals for Cape Fear CC (1), Sandhills CC (1), Stanly CC (1), Tri-County CC (1), Vance-Granville CC (2), Wake Technical CC (2); the acquisition of real property by Carteret CC; and, the disposal of real property by McDowell Technical CC and Tri-County CC.
REGULAR AGENDA
POLICY COMMITTEE, Anne-Marie Knighton, Chair
In the absence of Ms. Knighton, Dr. Fountain gave the report for the Policy Committee.
For Future Action
The Board received for review and consideration at the December 11, 2003 meeting the following:
The revised secondary employment policy was reviewed by the Policy Committee for information who then requested that the item be added to the agenda for future action and consideration at the December 11, 2003 meeting.
For Action
On a motion by Dr. Fountain, seconded by Dr. Greene, the Board approved a request to initiate the rule-making process to approve the proposed text of 23 NCAC 2C.0109 Withholding of State Funds or Administrative Support.
On a motion by Dr. Fountain, seconded by Mrs. Pinnix-Ragland, the Board approved the Hearing Procedure for 23 NCAC 2C.0109.
On a motion by Dr. Fountain, seconded by Ms. Steiner, the Board approved a request to initiate the rule-making process to approve the proposed text of Subchapter 3A Proprietary Schools.
PROGRAM SERVICES COMMITTEE, Bob H. Greene, Chair
For Information
The Board received for information the North Carolina College Tech Prep Strategic Plan which provides a template that will direct the future of College Tech Prep in our State. The three-year plan was developed with input from business and education leaders throughout the State, and is consistent with the North Carolina Community College System Office Strategic Plan.
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College requested and received approval by the System President to offer Esthetics Instructor (Certificate) [C55270] and Manicuring Instructor (Certificate) [C55380].
For Future Action
The Board received for review and consideration at the December 11, 2003 meeting the following:
The annual report of curriculum approvals and terminations approved by the NC State Board of Community Colleges which is generated by System Office staff, and is to be delivered to the General Assembly prior to the calendar year-end.
The Board received for review and consideration at the January 16, 2004 meeting the following:
The Board will be asked to approve the following curriculum program terminations: Carteret CC Medical Transcription [D25320]; College of The Albemarle Boat Building [D35120], Electronics Engineering Technology [A40200], General Occupational Technology [A155280], and Paralegal Technology [A25380]; Fayetteville Technical CC Real Estate [A25400] and Real Estate Appraisal [C25420]; and James Sprunt CC Health Information Technology [A45360].
FINANCE AND CAPITAL NEEDS COMMITTEE, Herbert L. Watkins, Chair
(In the absence of Mr. Watkins, the Finance and Capital Needs Committee
report was given by Vice Chair Pinnix-Ragland.)
For Information
The Board was given the 1993 Bond Project Status Report-Ongoing Projects as of November 21, 2003.
The Board received the Estimated Tuition and Fees Report as of October 31, 2003.
Dr. Williams gave an update on the CIS Project, and informed the group that the December meeting will include an extensive overview of the CIS project from inception to where we are today. Following this information session, it is expected there will be items on which the Board will need to act upon. These items include: 1) scope of work, 2) cost to extend the CIS contract for three years, and 3) staffing. Dr. Doug Eason followed Dr. Williams and commended Mr. Watkins, Dr. Williams and Mr. Briggs for their leadership, the Board for their support of this project, and all of the staff who have done a great job in the implementation of this very complex system. He added that the project has been discussed by and has the full support of the President’s Association. Chairman Woody stressed the importance of the discussion and action that will be required at the December 11, 2003 meeting. He continued by thanking the staff and project leadership for a great job on the CIS implementation thus far, but reminded members that while a great deal has been accomplished, issues that require the Board’s attention will continue to surface for some time.
For Action
On a motion by Mrs. Pinnix-Ragland, seconded by Mr. Middlesworth, the Board approved a new contract with the DTI Associates, Inc. for NCCCS to receive funds to allocate to Rowan-Cabarrus CC to assist in the costs for GED tests, books and assessments for Pillowtex employees for the period September 1, 2003 through December 30, 2004 in the amount of $125,000. Funds are received from the US Department of Education from their national contractor, DTI Associates, Inc.
On a motion by Mrs. Pinnix-Ragland, seconded by Ms. Lee, the Board approved the new allocation of funds received from DTI Associates, Inc. to Rowan-Cabarrus CC in the amount of $125,000 for the period September 1, 2003 through December 30, 2004.
On a motion by Mrs. Pinnix-Ragland, seconded by Ms. Steiner, the Board approved a contract amendment for the period July 1, 2003 through June 30, 2004 in the amount of $32,100 (for a revised contract total of $103,492) with NC REAL Enterprises, Inc. to introduce Real Entrepreneurship to workers who are displaced or who are pending displacement. Funding is through the Federal Workforce Investment Act of 1998.
On a motion by Mrs. Pinnix-Ragland, seconded by Dr. Council, the Board approved a new allocation of resources for select small business centers in the amount of $67,899 to incorporate the "New Opportunities for Workers" (NOW) program at Blue Ridge CC, Catawba Valley CC, Cleveland CC, Edgecombe CC, Halifax CC, Isothermal CC, Lenoir CC, Mayland CC, Richmond CC, Robeson CC, Tri-County CC, Vance-Granville CC, and Wilkes CC funded through the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 from the Division of Employment and Training (Department of Commerce).
On a motion by Mrs. Pinnix-Ragland, seconded by Mr. Middlesworth, the board approved baccalaureate education program allocations in the amount of $95,302 for the 2003-2004 academic year to 61 applicants (listed in Attachment FC-10) who met state application requirements and were recommended by the review committee. Two applicants did not meet application guidelines. The funding source is NC General Assembly funds appropriated to the SBCC for providing direct financial assistance to faculty who intend to obtain a baccalaureate degree.
On a motion by Mrs. Pinnix-Ragland, seconded by Dr. Powell, the Board approved an allocation request for Craven CC in the amount of $35,000 to convert and add 12 Information Technologies courses to the Virtual Learning Center. Funds are provided through the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 1998, Title I, Section 124 State Leadership Activities, and must be expended by May 31, 2004.
On a motion by Mrs. Pinnix-Ragland, seconded by Ms. Lee, the Board approved an allocation request for a collaborative Americans with Disabilities Act/Assistive Technology Faculty Awareness Project for 2003-2004. The $65,000 allocation to Catawba Valley CC is for the development of training modules for vocational and/or technical faculty as a reference for accommodating disabled students and the uses of learning assistive technologies. The funding source is the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 1998, Title I, Section 124, State Leadership Activities, and must be expended by May 31, 2004.
On a motion by Mrs. Pinnix-Ragland, seconded by Ms. Steiner, the Board approved an allocation request to establish three regional centers for teaching excellence at Fayetteville Technical CC, Martin CC and Southwestern CC. Funding for this allocation request in the amount of $120,000 is through the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 1998, Title I, Section 124, State Leadership Activities. These funds must be expended by May 31, 2004.
On a motion by Mrs. Pinnix-Ragland, seconded by Ms. Lee, the Board approved the of advancing of some bond projects that would: 1) be completed on or before January 31, 2005, and 2) not increase the projected February/March 2005 shortfall. Advancement is subject to the availability of the bond funds.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE, Stuart Fountain, Chair
On a motion by Dr. Fountain, seconded by Ms. Hayes, the board convened in closed session to discuss personnel issues.
The Board reconvened in open session.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT, H. Martin Lancaster
(The full text of the President's remarks is available on the NCCCS Web site)
CHAIR’S REMARKS, James J. Woody, Jr.
| Extended accolades to Forsyth Technical CC and Dr. Gary Green for the event that they hosted on their campus that was attended by the President of the United States. The event was well planned and allowed for great recognition of the NCCCS. |
| Thanked Sandra Hayes for opening her home to the SBCC in October. Ms. Hayes and family, along with Haywood CC, did an excellent job hosting the SBCC retreat and meeting. |
| Reminded SBCC members that now is a good time to talk to those who represent us in the General Assembly, encouraged members to get to know them on a first-name basis, and discuss with them the needs of our system. Continual contact will be important so that NCCCS will be remembered when the Legislature is in and out of session. Stressed the importance of the SBCC working closely with the President’s Association in scheduling meetings and visits with General Assembly members across the state to better our system. |
| Received a note of thanks from Dr. and Mrs. Bob Greene for the kind expressions of sympathy they received during the loss of his mother. |
| Reminded SBCC members of the Day of Recognition awards luncheon following
the meeting. |
DATES OF NEXT MEETING
| The next meeting of the SBCC is scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2003. Many important items will be included on the agenda; therefore, Chairman Woody encouraged members who can drive into Raleigh to do so, welcoming them to join him in the SBCC Board Room. Attendance by telephone will also be an option. |
ADJOURNMENT
By acclamation, the Board adjourned at 11:03 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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