MINUTES OF THE FOUR HUNDRED NINETY-SEVENTH MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE MONROE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT Board of Trustees Room, #203 La-Z-Boy Center 7:30 p.m., February 23, 2009 Members present: William J. Bacarella Jr., Joseph N. Bellino Jr., William H. Braunlich, Linda S. Lauer (7:40 p.m. arrival), Michael R. Meyer Members absent: Marjorie A. Kreps, Mary Kay Thayer Also present: David Nixon, Timothy Bennett, Randy Daniels, Grace Yackee, David Reiman, Jeff Peters, Brian Lay, Sue Wetzel, Jean Ford, John Joy, Cheryl Johnston, Dan Schwab, Paul Knollman, Barbara McNamee, Vinnie Maltese, Beth Kohler, Tracy Vogt, Paul Schmidt, Jim Ross, Ron Campbell, Joe Verkennes, Peter Coomar, Dawn Wetmore, EMU Grad students (Warren Frankford, Christina Krug, N.J. Akbar, Sheitina Jones, Julie Uranis), and Lynne Goldsmith (recording secretary) 1. Chair Bacarella called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. 2. It was moved by Mr. Meyer and seconded by Mr. Bellino that the minutes of the regular meeting of January 26, 2009, be approved as presented. 3. There were no delegations present. B. 3. a. (1) 4. It was read and moved by Mr. Braunlich and seconded by Mr. Meyer that the following resolution of commendation for Terry Koppelman be adopted: WHEREAS, Terry Koppelman has decided to retire from her position as Cashier, and WHEREAS, she has provided assistance to the students, general public, faculty and staff, and WHEREAS, she has been a hard worker, wonderful friend, and valued member of the MCCC family for 30 years. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees recognizes Terry Koppelman for her loyal service and many contributions to the College, its students, and the community, and
Board Minutes page 2 February 23, 2009 THAT IT BE FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees expresses its very best wishes for Terry s continued well-being, success and happiness on this Monday, February 23, 2009. B. 3. a. (2) 5. It was moved by Mr. Meyer and seconded by Mr. Bellino that the Board authorizes the President to execute the following continuing faculty contracts per Policy 2.31: Parmeshwar (Peter) Coomar, Dean of Industrial Technology, effective January 5, 2009 Barbara McNamee, Director of Learning Resources, effective September 26, 2008. C. 2. a. (1) 6. The Board received a thank you note from the family of Patrick Norton for the flowers sent at his death. C. 3. a. (1) 7. President Nixon reported on the following contract renewals, retirement, and staff appointment. Faculty Contract Status for 2009-10: James Vallade, continuing faculty contract Patrick Wise, continuing faculty contract Cynthia Yonovich, continuing faculty contract Martin Dubois, 3 rd year probationary William Hilliker, 3 rd year probationary Carrie Nartker, 3rd year probationary Jeff Peters, 3 rd year probationary Dan Shaw, 2 nd year probationary Probationary Administrative Contract Renewal (effective 7/1/2009-6/30/2010): Dawn Wetmore, Dean of Health Sciences Administrative Contract Renewals (effective 7/1/2009-6/30/2010): Parmeshwar (Peter) Coomar, Dean of Industrial Technology Vincent Maltese, Dean of Science/Mathematics Barbara McNamee, Director of Learning Resources Continuing Faculty Contract for Administrators: Parmeshwar (Peter) Coomar, Dean of Industrial Technology, effective 1/5/09 Barbara McNamee, Director of Learning Resources, effective 9/26/08
Board Minutes page 3 February 23, 2009 Non-Renewal of Probationary Administrative Contract: R. Bruce Way, Dean of Humanities/Social Sciences Retirement: Terry Koppelman, Cashier, effective January 30, 2009 Staff Appointment: Deborah Baker, Cashier, effective January 26, 2009 8. Trustee Lauer arrived (7:40 p.m.). C. 3. a. (2) 9. The Board received the Statement of General Fund Revenues and Expenditures for the period ending January 31, 2009. Timothy Bennett, Vice President of Business Affairs and Treasurer, reported that revenues and expenditures are on budget. Administrators have begun working on the 2009-10 budget proposal. An insurance task force is meeting weekly to consider ways to reduce insurance costs for the College. Board members expressed concern about reduced revenues due to lower property SEV and lack of new expansion. More information on SEV revenue is expected to be available from the County in late May. C. 3. a. (3) 10. The Board received a copy of the Federal Awards Audit 2008. Tracy Vogt, Director of Financial Aid, explained that the audit is a report of all the federal aid programs administered on campus including Pell, Federal Work Study, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, Academic Competitiveness Grant, and the Family Educational Loan Program. Over $3.5 million in federal student aid was awarded in 2008. One audit finding due to late return of Title IV funds was resolved. (A copy is filed with the Board minutes.) C. 3. b. (1) 11. David Reiman, Professor of Business, and Jeff Peters, Coordinator of e- Learning and Instructional Support, explained and demonstrated how the TurningPoint Audience Response System (clickers) is being used in the classroom to enhance student motivation, interaction, and feedback. The technology enables an instructor to efficiently take attendance in large classroom settings, assess student comprehension of lecture material, and facilitate review for tests through students clicked responses to questions. The majority of students indicate they enjoy using this instructional technology tool, and there are plans to purchase additional sets for expanded classroom use. C. 3. b. (2) 12. Jean Ford, Director of Purchasing and Auxiliary Services, provided an overview of the results of the annual survey of food service operations for winter and fall 2008. The ten-question survey was available electronically to students and staff and asked for feedback on food choices, prices, friendliness of staff, efficiency, speed of service, hours of operation, and frequency of use. Responses showed a high degree of student and staff satisfaction with food
Board Minutes page 4 February 23, 2009 service operations. The Frog Leg Inn Bistro is in their fourth year of providing food services at the College. C. 3. b. (3) 13. Suzanne Wetzel, Director of Institutional Advancement and Executive Director of The Foundation, and Beth Kohler, Coordinator of Alumni and Resource Development, reported on anticipated receipt of Title III Strengthening Institutions grant funds totaling $1.6 million over five years. Mrs. Kohler shared information on the definition of a Title III grant, allowable activities, timelines, and eligibility requirements. Mrs. Wetzel explained specifics of the MCCC proposal, written to increase the capacity to develop grant proposals and major, planned, and annual gifts in support of the College. Grant funds will be used to reorganize existing Institutional Advancement and Foundation staff members, add new staff, purchase software, attend training, purchase consulting services, and establish an endowment fund. 14. President Nixon introduced five audience members who are enrolled in the EMU graduate program in community college leadership. C. 4. b. (1) 15. Ms. Lauer and President Nixon reported that Dr. David Cole from UM was a featured speaker at the MCCA Winter In-Service at Henry Ford Community College. Dr. Cole spoke positively about the outlook for the auto industry and the need for workers to have associate degrees. Pooling grant resources through the Community College Consortium for construction of Centers of Excellence was also a major topic. C. 4. b. (2) 16. Ms. Lauer and President Nixon reported that passage of the economic stimulus bill received primary focus at the Association of Community College Trustees National Legislative Summit in Washington DC. Ms. Lauer noted that the experience reinforced how important it is for all Board members and College employees to participate in continual and ongoing advocacy with legislators. While in Washington, they also met with Congressman Dingell and honored his 50 year anniversary in Congress. C. 4. b. (3) 17. Recently held and upcoming events were noted. 18. It was moved by Mr. Meyer and seconded by Mr. Braunlich that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:53 p.m.
Board Minutes page 5 February 23, 2009 Respectfully submitted, William J. Bacarella Jr. Chair /lg William H. Braunlich Vice Chair These minutes were approved by the Board of Trustees on March 23, 2009.