January 24-25, 1975
1-24-1975
Pages 1-31
BOARD OF REGENTS
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA SYSTEM
January 24-25, 1975
The Board of Regents met on the above dates in The Center for
Religion and Life, 1101 North Virginia Street, Reno.
Members present: Fred M. Anderson, M. D.
(Friday 1/24) Mr. James L. Buchanan, II
Mr. John A. Buchanan
Mrs. Lilly Fong
Mrs. Molly Knudtsen
Louis E. Lombardi, M. D.
Miss Brenda Mason
Mr. John Tom Ross
Miss Helen Thompson
Others present: Chancellor Neil D. Humphrey
President Max Milam, UNR
President Donald H. Baepler, UNLV
President Charles R. Donnelly, CCD
President John M. Ward, DRI
Mr. Procter Hug, Jr., General Counsel
Mr. Thomas G. Bell, Associate Counsel
Vice President James T. Anderson, UNR
Vice President Arthur Gentile, UNLV
Vice President Herman Westfall, UNLV
Mr. K. Donald Jessup, UNS
Mr. Harry Paul Wood, UNS
Dr. Owen Albert Knorr, UNS
Mr. Mark H. Dawson, DRI
Dr. Alfred Stoess, UNS
Mr. Edward Olson, UNR
Mr. Mark Hughes, UNLV
Mrs. Patricia Harris, DRI
Dr. Patrick Beaulieu, UNR
Dr. Joseph Mc Cullough, UNLV
Mr. William Bonaudi, WNCC
Miss Delia Martinez, UNS
Mr. Tom Mayer, ASUN President
Mr. Rafael Lara, CSUN Representative
The meeting was called to order at 9:20 A.M. with Vice Chairman
Thompson presiding.
The Oath of Office was administered by Supreme Court Justice
Gordon Thompson to Dr. Louis Lombardi, re-elected from Washoe
County; Miss Helen Thompson, re-elected from Clark County; and
to Mr. John Buchanan, Mrs. Lilly Fong and Miss Brenda Mason,
newly elected from Clark County; Mrs. Molly Knudtsen and Mr.
John Tom Ross, newly elected from the small counties.
The Chair called for nominations for the office of Chairman.
Mrs. Knudtsen placed the name of Mr. James Buchanan in nomina-
tion for the office of Chairman. Nomination was seconded by
Dr. Lombardi. It was then moved by Dr. Anderson, seconded by
Dr. Lombardi, that the nominations be closed and a unanimous
ballot be cast for Mr. Buchanan. Motion carried without dissent
and Mr. Buchanan was declared Chairman for the ensuing two years.
Mr. Buchanan assumed the Chair and called for nominations for the
office of Vice Chairman. Dr. Anderson placed the name of Mrs.
Molly Knudtsen in nomination for the office of Vice Chairman.
Nomination was seconded by Dr. Lombardi. It was then moved by
Mrs. Fong, seconded by Miss Thompson, that the nominations be
closed and a unanimous ballot be cast for Mrs. Knudtsen. Motion
carried without dissent and Mrs. Knudtsen was declared Vice
Chairman for the ensuing two years.
1. Approval of Minutes
The minutes of the regular session of December 6-7, 1994
were submitted for approval.
Miss Mason asked that the minutes be corrected to reflect
that she was in attendance as an observer.
Dr. Lombardi moved approval of the minutes with the correc-
tion as noted. Motion seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, carried
without dissent.
2. Report of Gifts
Acceptance of gifts and grants as reported by the Presidents
was recommended (report of gifts identified as Ref. 3 and
filed with permanent minutes).
Miss Thompson moved approval. Motion seconded by Dr.
Anderson, carried without dissent.
3. Western Nevada Community College, Phase II
Final plans for this project, to be constructed on the North
Reno site, were presented by the project architect, Mr.
Hewitt Wells. A review of the project scope and budget was
included with the agenda (identified as Ref. 4 and filed
with permanent minutes).
In the presentation of the final plans, Mr. Wells detailed
9 alternates proposed in addition to the base contract
which would be bid (description of alternates on file in
Chancellor's Office). It was noted that these additive
alternates would have to be accepted in the order listed
and that in approving the plans the alternates were also
being accepted.
President Donnelly noted that the plans had been reviewed
with the staff of WNCC and with the WNCC Advisory Board
and had received the endorsement of both. He recommended
approval. Chancellor Humphrey concurred, noting that
Harry Wood, University Architect, endorsed the plans.
Mr. Ross moved approval of the sequence of alternates as
submitted by Mr. Wells. Motion seconded by Dr. Anderson,
carried with Miss Thompson opposing.
Dr. Lombardi moved approval of the final plans. Motion
seconded by Mr. Ross, carried without dissent.
Chairman Buchanan spoke briefly about the exposed air con-
ditioning equipment on the roof of the building at NNCC and
requested that Mr. Wells, who was also the architect for
that project, develop an estimate of how much it would cost
to place a facade on the top of the building to hide the
exposed equipment. Mr. Wells agreed to discuss the matter
further with Mr. Wood and make a recommendation.
4. DRI National Advisory Board Report
A report from the DRI National Advisory Board, submitted
following their meeting in Reno in October, 1974, was in-
cluded with the agenda (identified as Ref. 5 and filed with
permanent minutes). Dr. Ward commented on the contents of
the report and recommended that the Board accept the re-
port. Chancellor Humphrey concurred and further recommended
that the members of the National Advisory Board be thanked
for their efforts on behalf of DRI.
Mrs. Fong moved approval. Motion seconded by Miss Thompson,
carried without dissent.
5. Approval of Fund Transfer, DRI
President Ward requested approval of the following fund
transfer:
#75-007 $10,000 from Contingency Reserve to the Laboratory
of Atmospheric Physics to partially offset the
loss of Federal grants.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Miss Thompson moved approval. Motion seconded by Dr.
Lombardi, carried without dissent.
6. Student Union, UNR
Dr. Milam recalled that Chapter 680, Statutes of Nevada,
1973, authorized the issuance of $2,230,000 revenue bonds
to "construct and otherwise acquire an addition to, and
otherwise to improve, the Jot Travis Student Union Build-
ing." Although program planning on this project has pro-
gressed, Dr. Milam noted the project has not been actively
pursued because of lack of agreement as to exactly what
facility should be provided. One of the possibilities
considered is to relocate the Student Health Service from
the present quarters in the Union, thereby releasing this
space for expansion by the Union. Dr. Milam pointed out
that the Student Health Service addition was paid for by
legislative appropriation and it is believed appropriate
to compensate the Health Service if the space is to be
vacated. President Milam and Chancellor Humphrey recom-
mended that the present legislation be amended to permit
use of a portion of the proceeds of the revenue bonds to
"buy" this space from the Health Service if it is finally
decided that the Health Service will be relocated.
In response to a question concerning the necessity of such
amendment, Mr. Hug stated that in his opinion it would be
necessary that such provision be made in the legislation
in order that the money might be utilized in this manner
if it is decided that such action would be taken.
ASUN President Mayer spoke of the need for expansion of the
Student Union, its use by individuals and groups other than
students, and requested the Board to give some considera-
tion to assisting financially in expansion of the facility.
He said he did not believe it was fair to ask the students
to bear the full cost through an increase in their fees and
said he wanted 1/2 of the necessary funds to come from the
Legislature.
Chancellor Humphrey pointed out that the timing of such a
proposal is difficult, noting that the Legislative Session
has already begun and the Capital Improvement Program had
been submitted and hearings scheduled. If this project is
to receive legislative support it would require that the
total present CIP be amended or the project be delayed
until the next biennium.
President Milam pointed out that there is presently no
agreed upon plan for consideration by the Board of Regents,
whose approval would be required before submission to the
Legislature.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended that amendment of legisla-
tion be sought to enable the University to proceed with
review and consideration of alternatives.
Dr. Anderson moved approval of the Chancellor's recommenda-
tion for the amendment of legislation as indicated above.
Motion seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, carried without dissent.
7. Advisory Committee, Mackay School of Mines, UNR
President Milam recommended that an advisory committee be
authorized for the Mackay School of Mines and that a "Build-
ing Committee" be authorized which would raise funds in the
mining industry for a new building as approved in the UNS
Capital Improvement Plan. Dr. Milam stated that if this
concept is approved, he will nominate members for this
committee at the next meeting of the Board. Chancellor
Humphrey recommended approval.
Dr. Lombardi moved approval. Motion seconded by Dr.
Anderson, carried without dissent.
8. Food Price Increases, UNR
President Milam reported that Professional Food Management
(PFM) has requested a 5% increase under the terms of their
contract, due to increases in the price of food. He recom-
mended approval of the PFM request and also recommended
that (1) the cash sales price be increased 5% and cold
drinks, sweets and sugar-related items be increased 10%,
and (2) that meal prices be set as follows, effective
February 1, 1975:
Contract Daily Current Proposed
Rate PFM Student PFM Student
20 meal plan $2.73 $2.95 $2.87 $3.13
15 meal plan 2.81 3.00 2.95 3.22
10 meal plan 2.53 2.75 2.66 2.90
Cash Sales Current Proposed
Breakfast $1.10 $1.20
Lunch 1.45 1.55
Dinner 2.00 2.15
Steak Dinner 3.05 3.25
Following Dr. Milam's comments, Tom Mayer, ASUN President,
requested that no action be taken to approve an increase in
the food prices until after the Board has heard from a num-
ber of the dormitory residents about conditions in the resi-
dence halls and the quality of the food service. He also
requested the Board to take a tour of the dormitories to see
firsthand the conditions which had caused the concerns which
would be expressed.
A number of students spoke in protest of the condition of
the residence halls and the quality of the food service
offered through the dining commons.
Dean Barnes spoke concerning the actions taken by the Stu-
dent Services to improve the living conditions for resident
students. She also reported concerning the activities of a
Food Service Committee which had been active during the
past semester and which had reported that the food service
was satisfactory.
Chancellor Humphrey requested that this item be withdrawn
from the agenda to permit an investigation by the Adminis-
tration both of the dormitory conditions and of the food
services. He noted that the request had received his en-
dorsement based on assurances that the food service was
considered satisfactory by the students; however, in view
of the statements made in this meeting by students, he
would prefer to withdraw the recommendation to permit
further review.
Mr. Ross moved to table action on the request for an in-
crease in food prices at UNR. Motion seconded by Mrs.
Knudtsen, carried without dissent.
9. Ground Lease, State Department of Human Resources
President Milam reported that the Division of Health, State
Department of Human Resources, has requested a ground lease
of 25,000 sq. ft. (.6 acre) at $1 per year for 50 years for
the purpose of constructing a health clinic. A sketch of
the proposed site, adjacent to the Anderson Health Science
building, was included with the agenda (identified as Ref.
10 and filed with permanent minutes). President Milam re-
ported that the proposal has been endorsed by Dean Smith of
the School of Medical Sciences and by Dr. De Witt Baldwin,
Director of the Health Sciences Program, since the facility
will be of assistance in the education of medical students
and health technicians.
Mr. Milam noted that the basic terms of the lease would
provide that the building be built and landscaped by the
Public Works Board at no cost to the University and that
it be maintained by the State. Parking for not less than
25 cars would be included in the project budget and the
Board of Regents would be requested to approve exterior
architectural plans and the parking lot arrangements. The
proposed lease would provide for extension under the same
terms as originally provided.
President Milam and Chancellor Humphrey recommended ap-
proval, subject to the Govenor's concurrence, with the
stipulation that if a lease is not executed by July 1, 1975,
this approval is rescinded and subject to further discussion
with the Board of Regents.
Dr. Anderson moved approval. Motion seconded by Dr.
Lombardi, carried without dissent.
10. Right-of-Way, S-Bar-S Ranch
President Milam requested that an 186.5 foot right-of-way be
granted to Sierra Pacific Power Company and Nevada Bell at
the S-Bar-S Ranch. (Specifics on file.) Chancellor
Humphrey recommended approval.
Dr. Lombardi moved approval. Motion seconded by Miss
Thompson, carried without dissent.
11. Approval of Fund Transfers, UNR
President Milam requested approval of the following trans-
fers from the Contingency Reserve:
#312 $674.57 to the Biology Department to cover graduate
fellow salaries.
#314 $299.89 to Speech and Theatre to cover graduate
fellow salaries.
#315 $700 to Managerial Sciences to provide funding for a
graduate fellow in lieu of 1/2 of a Letter of Ap-
pointment.
#316 $29,055 to the Physical Plant to provide classified
compensation and operating support required to main-
tain the new recreation building during the Spring
semester.
#317 $26,250 to the Physical Plant to provide funding for
utilities for the new recreation building during the
Spring semester.
#319 $3500 to the Political Science Department to cover a
professional salary for the Spring semester.
#330 $15,000 to the Physical Plant to cover classified
overtime and student wages for the balance of the
fiscal year.
#331 $4000 to the Police Department to cover classified
overtime and student wages for the balance of the
fiscal year.
#332 $5000 to the Physical Plant's Stead account to cover
classified overtime and student help for the balance
of the fiscal year.
#339 $4865 to the Department of Foreign Languages and
Literature to cover a Letter of Appointment for the
Spring semester.
#327 $5500 from the estimative budget account classified
compensation category in the Diploma Sales Account to
the operating category within the same account.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Mrs. Knudtsen moved approval. Motion seconded by Miss
Thompson, carried witout dissent.
12. Revision of Estimative Budgets, UNR
President Milam requested approval of the following revi-
sions to 1974-75 estimative budgets:
The Chemistry Department requests this revision to reflect
the additional cost of education allowance and the actual
opening balance. The fund will be used to cover operational
expenditures.
NDEA Fellowship Allowance
Current Revision Revised
Budget Requested Budget
Source of Funds
From Operating Balance $5,653 $ 935 $6,588
Cost of Education Allowance 450 924 1,374
Total $6,103 $1,859 $7,962
Application of Funds
Graduate Salaries $ 265 $ 265- $ 0
Fringe Benefits 15 15- 0
Operating 4,653 2,924 7,577
Reserve for Contingencies 1,170 785- 385
Total $6,103 $1,859 $7,962
The College of Agriculture requests this revision to provide
funds to supply transportation for a Forest Service Grant.
Current Revision Revised
Budget Requested Budget
Source of Funds
From Operating Balance $13,500 $ $13,500
Laboratory Analysis 3,400 3,400
Forest Service 1,333 1,333
Overhead Revenue 1,000 1,000
Firemen's Fund Insurance 1,740 1,740
Total $19,640 $ 1,333 $20,973
Application of Funds
Operating $ 2,000 $ $ 2,000
Equipment 3,640 4,472 8,112
Reserve for Contingencies 14,000 3,139- 10,861
Total $19,640 $ 1,333 $20,973
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Dr. Lombardi moved approval. Motion seconded by Mrs.
Knudtsen, carried without dissent.
13. Scholarship Report, UNR
Dr. Robert Mc Queen, Chairman of the UNR Scholarships and
Prizes Committee, distributed the Scholarship Report for
1973-74 for UNR. In commenting on the report, Dr. Mc Queen
noted that the funds available for scholarships for UNR
students has continued to increase. For this reporting
year, 1973-74, scholarship stipends exceeded those of 1972-
73 by almost $45,000 for a 25% increase in a single year.
He also noted that the value of scholarships has increased
over that available in 1971-72 by 55%. Scholarship sti-
pends for 1973-74 totaled $218,537. (Copy of report is
on file in Chancellor's Office.)
Chancellor Humphrey commented on the report, noting that
it is similar to reports which are submitted on an annual
basis. He also commented that he had worked with Dr.
Mc Queen over a number of years and has been impressed with
the manner in which the scholarships program has been ad-
ministered. He added that he wished to personally compli-
ment Dr. Mc Queen on the job that he has done as scholar-
ship Chairman, pointing out that part of the reason the
scholarships program continues to grow is because of the
excellent relationship Dr. Mc Queen has established with
donors, a fact, he noted, that has been confirmed to him
by many of the donors themselves.
Mrs. Fong moved that an appropriate letter be directed to
Dr. Mc Queen on behalf of the Board of Regents, in appre-
ciation for his excellent administration of the scholar-
ships program at UNR. Motion seconded by Dr. Lombardi,
carried without dissent.
Upon motion by Miss Thompson, seconded by Miss Mason, 9 supple-
mentary items were admitted to the agenda.
14. Revenue Bond Issue, Federal Project, UNLV
President Baepler recalled that in 1963 the Legislature
authorized a $2 million University revenue bond issue for
construction of buildings at UNLV to be leased to the
Federal government. The U. S. Environmental Protection
Agency occupies these facilities on a 10-year lease which
expires in 1976, but which has two 5-year options for re-
newal. The rent for the first 10 years is sufficient to
pay the bond issue, operate the facility, and pay ground
rent. The 5-year options periods provide greatly reduced
rates sufficient to operate the facility and pay ground
rent.
Dr. Baepler reported that John Mc Bride, Acting Director,
National Environmental Research Center, U. S. Environ-
mental Protection Agency, has now requested that the Uni-
versity place itself in a position to build $10 million of
additional buildings provided mutually satisfactory arrange-
ments can be made.
President Baepler and Chancellor Humphrey recommended that
the Board of Regents authorize the Administration to seek
the necessary legislation and enter into negotiations with
E. P. A., with the terms of a bond issue and lease subject
to Board approval.
Miss Mason moved approval. Motion seconded by Miss
Thompson, carried without dissent.
15. Request to Withdraw from Conference, UNLV
President Baepler recommended that UNLV be authorized to
withdraw from the West Coast Athletic Conference and par-
icipate as an independent in various intercollegiate sports
endeavors. He noted that although WCAC has a clause that
normally requires two years' notice for withdrawal, UNLV
has been assured that there are applicants to take their
place and then withdrawal from the Conference could be ef-
fective at the end of the current academic year if Regents'
approval is received. Chancellor Humphrey recommended ap-
proval.
Dr. Lombardi moved approval. Motion seconded by Miss
Thompson, carried without dissent.
16. Mc Dermott Physical Education Complex, UNLV
President Baepler noted that landscaping of the 1-acre area
between the Mc Dermott Physical Education Complex and Harmon
Avenue is not included in the construction contract. It is
estimated that it will cost $40,000 to landscape this area
with grass and trees and to install a sprinkler system.
Dr. Baepler recalled that part of the cost of this total
project is paid by a $2.5 million revenue bond issue. The
bond covenants allow the interest earned on the invested
bond proceeds to be used in the project or to pay off the
bonds. Total interest earnings are estimated at $464,780.
President Baepler and Chancellor Humphrey recommended that
$40,000 of the earned interest be allocated for landscaping,
as noted above, and the balance used to amortize the bond
issue.
Mrs. Fong moved approval. Motion seconded by Miss Mason,
carried without dissent.
Prior to adjourning for lunch, Chairman Buchanan appointed Dr.
Lombardi as Chairman of the Investment Advisory Committee for a
period of one year, and appointed Mrs. Knudtsen and Mrs. Fong
as members of the Committee for a period of 6 months. In making
the appointments for a 6 months' period, Mr. Buchanan stated
that he wished to rotate the membership so that all members of
the Board would have the opportunity to serve on the Investment
Advisory Committee so that they might be better informed con-
cerning the University's Investment Program. He also announced
the reappointment of Mr. Julius Bergen as public member, adding
that he would appoint an additional public member at a subsequent
meeting to replace Mr. Arthur M. Smith, Jr., who had declined
reappointment.
The meeting adjourned for lunch and reconvened at 1:30 P.M.
Before resuming discussion on the agenda, Chairman Buchanan in-
troduced Senator Joe Neal of Las Vegas, who was present as an
observer.
17. UNS Comprehensive Plan
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that NRS 396.505 provides for
a 4-year comprehensive University of Nevada System plan
which is brought up to date biennially for the ensuing 4
years. He recalled that a draft of the plan was discussed
at the December meeting in Las Vegas, noting that revisions
have been made to the plan and it is now ready for adoption
by the Board and transmission to the Legislature as re-
quired by the above stated statute. Dr. Humphrey also re-
called that the Board had met in December concurrently with
two additional members as the Nevada Higher Education Com-
mittee and those two additional members, Mr. David Hoggard
and Mr. Richard Gaylord, where again present for considera-
tion of this document.
Dr. Owen Albert Knorr, Director of Program Planning for the
University of Nevada System, and serving as Executive Of-
ficer of the Nevada Higher Education Commission, reviewed
the comprehensive plan as amended, noting those areas where
revision had occurred following the December meeting.
The Board of Regents adjourned and the Nevada Higher Educa-
tion Commission convened to consider the comprehensive plan
as it related to the Commission's responsibility under
Federal legislation.
The Board reconvened and Dr. Lombardi moved approval of
the comprehensive plan as presented and transmittal to
the Nevada Legislature as required by NRS 396.505. Motion
seconded by Miss Mason, carried without dissent.
18. Recruiting and Interviewing Fund
President Baepler requested allocation of $5000 from the
Board of Regents Special Projects Fund to the UNLV Faculty
Recruiting and Interview Fund. He estimated that with new
positions and turnover, UNLV will recruit between 30 and 40
faculty for 1975-76. Chancellor Humphrey recommended ap-
proval of the allocation, noting that similar requests will
be made by the other Divisions in February.
Miss Thompson moved approval. Motion seconded by Dr.
Anderson, carried without dissent.
19. Augmentation of the 1974-75 Work Program, UNLV
President Baepler reported that it is now estimated that
UNLV will collect $255,694 in excess of the funds budgeted
due to larger than anticipated enrollment and the increase
in investment earnings. He requested that UNLV's 1974-75
Work Program be augmented by that amount, with the funds
to be spent for the following:
1. 10 computer terminals to equip a central
terminal room for use by students in various
academic Departments. $ 13,000
2. Psychology - a computer disk system with
laboratory research equipment to equip a
Psychology Laboratory in experimental
psychology. 19,600
3. The library for the purchase of back
issues of journals and reference sets. 50,000
4. Microscopes for the Biology Department. 15,000
5. Audio-Visual to replace worn-out equipment. 5,150
6. Audio-Visual to purchase new equipment in
consultation with the academic Deans. 50,000
7. Construct security area for cashier in
Registrar's Office. 3,400
8. Address labeling equipment for Central
Services. 4,700
9. Improve air conditioning in computer room. 4,000
10. Purchase a large storage tank for gasoline
for Buildings & Grounds. 6,000
11. Install Delta control system for remote
control of heating and air conditioning
equipment from the new Physical Education
Complex. 10,000
12. Purchase kiln for Art Department to replace
a worn-out kiln which is beyond repair. 5,365
13. Anthropology laboratory equipment for various
areas in Anthropology with emphasis on physical
Anthropology. 8,000
14. Install seats in natatorium. 19,000
15. Install soundproof door between stage and
work areas in Judy Bayley Theatre. 15,000
16. Purchase software for individualized
learning center. 3,000
17. TV Monitor for Psychological Services. 1,300
18. Remodel Social Science 113 to improve
acoustics. 1,400
19. Purchase equipment for Physical Education
building. 10,000
20. Various items of science instructional
equipment. 10,584
21. Teaching aids in mathematics education,
College of Education. 1,195
Total $255,694
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval, noting that ap-
proval of the Department of Administration and the Gover-
nor is also required.
Miss Thompson moved approval. Motion seconded by Mrs. Fong,
carried without dissent.
20. Summer Session Budget, 1975, UNLV
President Baepler requested approval of an estimative budg-
et for Summer Session, 1975, totaling $369,480. Details of
the budget were included with the agenda (identified as Ref.
20 and filed with permanent minutes). Chancellor Humphrey
recommended approval.
Dr. Anderson moved approval. Motion seconded by Dr.
Lombardi, carried without dissent.
21. Revisions of Estimative Budgets, UNLV
President Baepler requested approval of the following re-
visions of estimated budgets for 1974-75 to permit the
utilization of funds received in excess of that anticipated:
A. UNLV Research and Administration Account
Requested Amended
Budget Increase Budget
Source of Funds
Opening Cash Balance $ 2,500 $ 0 $ 2,500
Overhead Revenue 7,000 6,000 13,000
Total $ 9,500 $ 6,000 $ 15,500
Application of Funds
Operating $ 5,000 $ 0 $ 5,000
Out-of-State Travel 4,000 4,000 8,000
Ending Fund Balance 500 2,000 2,500
Total $ 9,500 $ 6,000 $ 15,500
B. UNLV Football Account
Requested Amended
Budget Increase Budget
Source of Funds
Opening Cash Balance $ 0 $ 807 $ 807
Sales and Service 154,550 68,298 222,848
Student Fees 38,580 0 38,580
Total $193,130 $ 69,105 $262,235
Application of Funds
Wages $ 1,000 $ 0 $ 1,000
Operating 176,130 37,000 213,130
Out-of-State Travel 16,000 3,000 19,000
Ending Fund Balance 0 29,105 29,105
Total $193,130 $ 69,105 $262,235
C. UNLV Theatre Projects
Requested Amended
Budget Increase Budget
Source of Funds
Opening Cash Balance $ 2,000 $ 0 $ 2,000
Sales and Service 12,000 12,000 24,000
Total $ 14,000 $ 12,000 $ 26,000
Application of Funds
Wages $ 4,500 $ 0 $ 4,500
Operating 7,800 10,000 17,800
Out-of-State Travel 200 200
Ending Fund Balance 1,500 2,000 3,500
Total $ 14,000 $ 12,000 $ 26,000
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Miss Thompson moved approval. Motion seconded by Miss
Mason, carried without dissent.
22. Confirmation of Mail Ballot Re. Performing Arts Center and
Life Science Building, UNLV
President Baepler noted that on December 20, 1974 the re-
sults of the bids for the Life Science building and the
Performing Arts Center were transmitted to the Board by
mail ballot (copy of ballot identified as Ref. 22 and filed
with permanent minutes). He reported that as of December
26, 1974 sufficient affirmative ballots had been received
and the State Public Works Board was informed of the Board's
concurrence in the award of the following:
(1) Performing Arts Center, Phase II - A contract for con-
struction in the amount of $3,755,100 with Sletton
Construction Company for the base bid, plus additive
alternates 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
(2) Life Science Building - A contract for construction in
the amount of $4,019,000 with A. J. Tiberti, for the
base bid plus additive alternates A, B, C, D, E and F,
plus a credit for masonry substitution.
(3) Life Science Building Casework - A contract for the
fabrication and installation of casework in the amount
of $513,851 with Donald S. Whiting Company, Inc., for
the base bid plus additive alternates A, B, C and D.
President Baepler and Chancellor Humphrey requested con-
firmation of the action taken as a result of the mail
ballot.
Miss Thompson moved approval. Motion seconded by Miss
Mason, carried without dissent.
23. Investment Advisory Committee
The minutes of the Investment Advisory Committee meeting
of December 6, 1974 were presented by Dr. Fred Anderson,
who had served as Chairman in the absence of Dr. Lombardi
(minutes identified as Ref. 24 and filed with permanent
minutes).
Miss Thompson moved confirmation of the actions of the
Investment Committee as reflected in the minutes. Motion
seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, carried without dissent.
24. Collective Bargaining Issues
Chairman Buchanan noted that this item was included on the
agenda for further discussion and suggested that each person
who wished to make a statement identify himself and the or-
ganization for which he was speaking so that an estimate
could be made of how much time would be required. Accord-
ingly, the following persons requested an opportunity to
speak:
Mr. Charles Levinson, UNLV Senate
Dr. Felicia Campbell, President, UNLV Chapter of NSP
Mr. Kenneth Hill, CCCC Chapter of NSP
Mr. Robert Rose, WNCC Chapter of NSP
Mr. Richard Morgan, representing NSEA
Dr. Glen Atkinson, President, UNR Chapter of NSP
Mr. William Bonaudi, Chairman, WNCC Faculty Senate
Dr. Patrick Beaulieu, Chairman, UNR Faculty Senate
Miss Delia Martinez, Chairman, Unit Senate
Mrs. Patricia Harris, Chairman, DRI Faculty Senate
Mr. Buchanan noted that the UNLV Chapter of NSP had sub-
mitted a petition for recognition as the "official bar-
gaining representative of the eligible professional faculty
employed by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, in compli-
ance with provisions of the Local Government, Employee-
Management Relations Act" (i. e., the Dodge Act). He re-
quested Dr. Campbell, President of the Chapter, to speak
on behalf of the petition (copy of petition included with
the agenda and filed with permanent minutes, identified as
Ref. 29A).
Following Dr. Campbell's comments in support of the peti-
tion, Mr. Buchanan requested that Mr. Hug comment on his
letter of January 23 in response to the petition.
Mr. Hug restated the conclusion contained in his letter
"that the University is not a local government employer
within the meaning of Chapter 288 of the Nevada Revised
Statutes. It was not the legislative intent that Chapter
288 apply to the University of Nevada; and thus, petitions
under the terms of that chapter are invalid and of no ef-
fect." (Mr. Hug's letter filed with pemanent minutes.)
Miss Thompson moved acceptance of Counsel's advice that
the University does not come under the provisions of the
Dodge Act. Motion seconded by Miss Mason, carried without
dissent.
Mr. Ross moved that the petition from the UNLV Chapter of
NSP be denied. Motion seconded by Dr. Lombardi, carried
with Miss Mason opposing.
(Note to Minutes: A similar petition has been submitted
by the CCCC Chapter of NSP and although distributed it
was not discussed. No verbal request for consideration
was received from the representative of the Chapter.)
Chairman Buchanan requested that further statements be
directed to Resolution No. 74-2, as introduced at the
December meeting (resolution identified as Ref. 29B and
filed with permanent minutes). He also noted the inclusion
with the agenda of a letter from Mr. Hug, dated September
30, 1974, concerning the authority and responsibility of
the Board of Regents concerning any policy change which
would permit collective bargaining within the University
System (identified as Ref.29C and filed with permanent
minutes), and a letter from Mr. Hug, dated December 13,
1974, containing an opinion that it would not be consti-
tutional for the Legislature to compel the Board of Regents
to submit interest disputes to binding arbitration but
that the Board could, by regulation or by contract, pro-
vide for binding arbitration of grievances (letter identi-
fied as Ref. 29D and filed with permanent minutes).
Following statements by those who had requested to speak
(statements available in written form filed in Chancellor's
Office), Dr. Humphrey commented on Resolution No. 74-2,
noting that it was patterned after the legislation which
was proposed by the Administration in 1973, and pointing
out where the differences between the two documents occur,
citing especially the areas of "strikes" and "binding
arbitration".
In the discussion following, (a transcript of which is on
file in the Chancellor's Office) it was agreed that the
desire of the NSP Chapter representatives and some of the
Faculty Senates for binding arbitration was the most basic
point of disagreement. It was also pointed out that the
time constraints imposed upon all concerned for action by
the Board in this area were dictated by the anticipation
that NSP was preparing to introduce legislation which
would then require action on the part of the Administration.
In response to an inquiry from Chairman Buchanan as to the
willingness of the Faculty Senates to work with the Ad-
ministration to develop alternatives and to attempt to
reach some agreement, it appeared to be the consensus of
those present that this was acceptable.
Mr. Richard Morgan stated that on behalf of NSP Chapters
at UNR, UNLV, Elko, Western and Clark County Community Col-
leges, he believed that their first position was the desire
to work out this problem with the University. However, he
stated, they must keep options open for themselves and
that "has to do with the March 25 time line we see as the
time when something concrete should be arrived at." When
asked if that was the date when NSP would seek legislation,
Mr. Morgan stated that is the date when the legislative
process is starting to end. However, he stated, "if good
faith is being exercised on both sides in the next 60 days,
we can hold testimony and effort in abeyance."
When directly queried by Chancellor Humphrey if NSP is
willing to agree that legislation would not be introduced
concerning collective bargaining in the University earlier
that March 25th, provided there is effort to reach an agree-
ment on a University regulation, Mr. Morgan stated that "if
there are signs flowing from this meeting, and when you meet
in February, I would certainly take that position to our
organization leaders and I believe they would support me."
He pointed out that he obviously could not wait until March
25 to start working for introduction, but he did not believe
they would be tremendously hurt by waiting a few weeks for
the bill to become public.
Chancellor Humphrey stated that he was impressed with the
offer to further discuss the proposed regulations and the
offer by NSP to withhold legislation for a reasonable period
as long as the matter is being discussed. He recommended
that the Administration, together with Counsel, be author-
ized to meet with Faculty Senate Chairpersons, and with
representatives of interested professional organizations,
in order to develop alternatives for the Board with the
idea that the resolution would come back to the Board with
stated agreements or alternatives for Board consideration
in February. He stated that the Administration would
vigorously pursue this matter, beginning Monday morning,
and would attempt to have something ready for consideration
by the Board at its February meeting.
Dr. Lombardi moved approval of the Chancellor's recommenda-
tion. Motion seconded by Mr. Ross, carried without dissent.
25. Amendment to Code
Chancellor Humphrey presented a proposal for an amendment
to the University Code by the addition of the following
paragraph to Chapter 3 - Tenure and Economic Security for
Faculty:
Section 3.2 - Eligibility
3.2.3 Qualified faculty (full-time ranked) who are
employed by more than one of the units identi-
fied in the UNS Code 3.2.1 shall be eligible
for appointment with tenure in that unit having
the largest portion of the qualified faculty
FTE and in the event that FTE is equally divided
between two or more units, the Chancellor shall
determine the unit in which eligibility for
tenure shall exist.
Chancellor Humphrey noted that this amendment was proposed
by the UNR Faculty Senate and appropriate procedures for
amendment of the Code have been followed, with specific
approval received from the UNR, DRI, UNLV, WNCC and Unit
Senates. Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Mrs. Knudtsen moved approval. Motion seconded by Miss
Thompson, carried without dissent.
26. Allocation from Board of Regents Special Projects Account
Chancellor Humphrey noted the inclusion on the agenda of an
item requesting an allocation of $11,000 from the Board of
Regents Special Projects Account as a contribution from the
University of Nevada toward a program sponsored by WICHE
for the study of the existing methods used by public insti-
tutions in the western states to request funds from state
legislatures. Dr. Humphrey stated that when he had develop-
ed his recommendation, he had not been aware that the Nevada
WICHE Commissioners (Dr. Fred Anderson, Dr. Thomas Tucker
and Dr. Patricia Geuder) were opposed. In view of that
opposition, Dr. Humphrey requested that the item be removed
from the agenda.
Mrs. Knudtsen moved that the request be removed from the
agenda. Motion seconded by Miss Thompson, carried without
dissent.
27. Annexation of Land to City of Reno
Chancellor Humphrey noted that in order to connect the
North Reno site projects (WNCC and DRI) to the Reno Sewer
System and receive fire and police protection, it is
necessary to have the property annexed to the City of
Reno. Presidents Donnelly and Ward and Chancellor Humphrey
recommended that the Board request such annexation of this
property.
Dr. Lombardi moved approval. Motion seconded by Mr. Ross,
carried without dissent.
28. Revision of Estimative Budget
Chancellor Humphrey requested the following revision to an
estimative budget for the Computing Center, noting that
the additional funding is a result of a larger opening cash
balance than was projected together with an increase in cur-
rent year sales:
Computing Center Data Processing Sales
Current Revision Revised
Budget Requested Budget
Revenue
Opening Cash Balance $ 94,289 $ 51,769 $146,058
Interdepartmental Sales 0 60,000 60,000
Outside Sales 72,000 0 72,000
Total $166,289 $111,769 $278,058
Application of Funds
Professional Compensation $ 0 $ 840 $ 840
Wages 4,400 1,600 6,000
Out-of-State Travel 1,500 0 1,500
Operating 88,693 65,025 153,718
Ending Fund Balance 71,696 44,304 116,000
Total $166,289 $111,769 $278,058
Miss Thompson moved approval. Motion seconded by Dr.
Anderson, carried without dissent.
29. Calendar for 1975
Chancellor Humphrey submitted the following two proposed
calendars for 1975, noting that the officers supported
either alternative:
Six Week Meeting Schedule Monthly Meeting Schedule
January 24 Reno January 24 Reno
March 7 Las Vegas February 21 Las Vegas
April 18 Reno March 21 Reno
May 30 Las Vegas April 18 Las Vegas
July 18 Reno May 16 Reno
September 12 Las Vegas June 20 Las Vegas
October 17 Reno July 18 Reno
November 21 Las Vegas September 19 Las Vegas
October 17 Reno
November 21 Las Vegas
December 19 Reno
Chairman Buchanan suggested that the Board follow the
monthly meeting schedule through the April meeting and
then move to the six week meeting schedule, adjusting the
place of the meeting to insure than an alternating schedule
would be maintained. This would produce the following
schedule for 1975:
January 24 Reno
February 21 Las Vegas
March 21 Reno
April 18 Las Vegas
May 30 Reno
July 18 Las Vegas
September 12 Reno
October 17 Las Vegas
November 21 Reno
Dr. Lombardi moved approval of the schedule proposed by
Chairman Buchanan. Motion seconded by Miss Thompson,
carried without dissent.
30. Rev. Kohn's Proposals of March, 1974
Chancellor Humphrey noted the inclusion on the agenda of
discussion of a number of proposals made by Rev. Kohn in
March, 1974. He stated that although Rev. Kohn was no
longer a member, he had indicated an interest in being
present for the discussion; however, it appeared that he
had not been able to do so.
Mrs. Fong moved to table discussion on these items until
February. Motion seconded by Miss Mason, carried without
dissent.
31. Report on Respiratory Therapy Program
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that in June, 1974 the Board
authorized a program in Respiratory Therapy at WNCC, ef-
fective Fall, 1974, and instructed that UNLV and CCD form
an advisory committee to investigate the feasibility of
establishing a program in southern Nevada. He requested a
progress report from President Baepler and President
Donnelly.
President Baepler stated that a determination has been made
that the need for personnel in this area is not sufficient
to justify going into the program.
President Donnelly stated that CCD has also looked into the
feasibility of such a program at CCCC and has reached the
same conclusion. He pointed out that the current manpower
studies indicate too few people needed in this field.
32. Report of Additional Gifts
President Milam reported the following additional gifts to
UNR:
(1) A trust in the amount of approximately $94,205 from
the estate of Dr. Vaughn N. Minas to establish an
endowment, the earnings of which are to be used to
establish the University of Nevada, Reno, Medical
Scholarship Foundation to provide scholarships to
UNR Medical students.
(2) 1000 shares of Emerson Electric Company common stock,
valued as of January 22, 1975, at approximately
$24,500, from an anonymous donor, with the proceeds
from the sale of the stock to be used as follows:
75% for the Department of Music, UNR, for the
repair and restoration of the Antonio Stradivari
violin donated earlier, for the appraisal of the
Antonio Stradivari violin, the Francesco Stradi-
vari violin and the Joseph Guarnerius del Gesu
violin, also donated earlier, and for the main-
tenance of such violins and for the development
of a concert program for the use of such violins.
25% to the University Dancers Fund of the Depart-
ment of Physical Education at UNR to develop the
dance program.
Mrs. Knudtsen moved acceptance of the gifts. Motion second-
ed by Miss Thompson, carried without dissent.
33. Request for Easement
President Donnelly reported that the City of Carson has
requested an easement on Western Nevada Community College
property for the development of an additional municipal
well. The location and description of the easement has
been found acceptable by the State Public Works Board.
President Donnelly and Chancellor Humphrey recommended
approval, subject to review and approval of the grant
document by Counsel.
Dr. Lombardi moved approval. Motion seconded by Mr. Ross,
carried without dissent.
34. Nevada Student Incentive Grant Program
Chancellor Humphrey reported that Federal legislation has
provided matching grants to postsecondary undergraduate
students of up to $1500 per year. $35,363 is available to
Nevada from this FY 1974 appropriation, if action is taken
by March 31, 1975, and an estimated $74,000 additional grant
monies will be available during 1975-77. These grants are
for Nevada students attending public or private postsecond-
ary institutions in Nevada. A matching appropriation of
$109,363 would be required and a State "agency" with a
policy board would have to be established. Chancellor
Humphrey stated that he assumed that by combining this
with other related activities (e. g., WICHE) in the Chan-
cellor's Office, the administrative costs could be held
to a minimum (estimated at $10,000 for the period March
31, 1975 through June 30, 1977).
Chancellor Humphrey pointed out that this appropriation
would not be to the University of Nevada System, nor
would the students assisted be limited to attendance at
a UNS institution. He recommended, however, that the Board
of Regents endorse the concept of this program and author-
ize the UNS Administration to cooperate in its establish-
ment and administration.
Miss Thompson moved approval. Motion seconded by Dr.
Lombardi, carried without dissent.
The meeting adjourned at 5:00 P.M. Friday and reconvened on
Saturday at 9:20 A.M. with all Regents, officers and staff
again in attendance.
35. UNR Residence Halls
Chairman Buchanan reported that several of the Regents,
together with Chancellor Humphrey and President Milam,
had toured the dormitories as requested by the students.
He requested comments from President Milam.
Dr. Milam stated that it is apparent that the situation
is serious but pointed out that it has been developing
over a period of time. He also noted that there have
been some serious financial problems because the resi-
dence halls have been supporting in part the deficits
which have occurred in the dining commons.
Mr. Buchanan requested a report from the Housing Officer
be brought to the next meeting of the Board in Reno, i.
e., in March.
Chancellor Humphrey reviewed some of the history of the
financial problem of the dormitories and dining commons,
pointing out that they are required to be self-supporting;
that is, that no legislative appropriation has been avail-
able to the residence halls and dining commons in recent
years. He recalled also that the Board had made money
from the Special Projects Fund available to the dormitories
earlier this year for certain projects which were designed
to improve the conditions in the residence halls and to
make more activities available for the residents. He
stated that additional funds from that source could be
made available for emergency repairs and maintenance and
suggested an allocation of $25,000 for this purpose.
Dr. Lombardi moved that $25,000 be allocated from the Board
of Regents Special Projects Account to fund emergency re-
pairs and maintenance of the UNR dormitories. Motion
seconded by Miss Thompson, carried without dissent.
36. Governor's Recommendation Regarding University Budget
Request
Don Jessup, Director of Budget and Institutional Studies,
distributed material detailing allocation of resources in
accordance with the Governor's recommendation for the
biennium. In Mr. Jessup's statement, he noted that the
University had requested an apporpriated and authorized
expenditure budget of $117.5 million for existing programs
for the 1975-77 biennium. Of this amount, $100.4 million
was reuqested from State-appropriated funds and the re-
mainder was from student fees, Federal sources and miscel-
laneous sources such as interest on short-term investments
of operating capital. $2.4 million was also requested for
9 new programs, of which $1.7 million was requested from
State funds.
Mr. Jessup noted that the Government has recommended a
budget for existing programs of $98.1 million, which is
83.5% of the University's request. Included in the Gov-
ernor's recommendation is $78.8 million of State-appro-
priated funds. This recommendation amounts to a $26.5
million or 37% increase over the current biennium. It
represents an increase in the State-appropriated funds
of $22.5 million or 40% over the current biennium. Mr.
Jessup also noted the following major differences between
the University's request and the Governor's recommendation:
(1) Year-Round Operation: The University requested $7.1
million for the biennium to fund academic programs on
a year-round basis, to provide better utilization of
the facilities and to make it possible for more stu-
dents to complete degree programs during the Summer
term. It would also provide State support for Summer
programs on the same basis as programs taught in the
academic year. The Governor's recommendation did not
include any funds for this purpose.
(2) Student-Faculty Ratio of 7.5 to 1 for Nursing: The
University requested a student-faculty ratio of 7.5
to 1 for all Nursing programs at UNR, UNLV and in the
Community Colleges. This ratio was requested because
much of this instruction in these programs takes place
in hospitals working with actual patients, which re-
quires that it be done in small groups, and in many
cases on a one-to-one basis. The Governor recommended
that this program be included with all other programs
at the 20 to 1 ratio. The difference in cost is $1.5
million for the System for the biennium.
(3) Student-Faculty Ratio at CCD: The University request-
ed a budget for instruction for the Community Colleges
based on several student-faculty ratios for different
types of programs which averaged to an overall ratio
of about 19 to 1. Currently, they are budgeted at 20
to 1, although they are operating at a higher ratio
than that due to the larger than anticipated enroll-
ment which they have experienced in the past two years.
The Governor recommended a ratio of 24 to 1 for all
programs at CCCC and WNCC and a 20 to 1 for NNCC. The
difference in cost caused by these differences in the
requested and recommended ratio is $3.2 million for
the biennium at all 3 Campuses.
(4) Professional Compensation Request: The University's
amended request included sufficient funds to provide
the professional staff with a 12.1% increase in aver-
age compensation for each year of the biennium. The
Governor's recommendation is for a 12.1% increase in
the first year and a 7% increase in the second year.
The difference in cost between the request and the
recommendation amounts to $1.3 million in 1976-77 for
the number of faculty currently authorized.
(5) Intercollegiate Athletics: The University's request
for intercollegiate athletics for each of the two
Universities was based on a survey of the general
fund support which is currently received by the
schools which make up the West Coast Athletic Con-
ference and the Big Sky Conference for each of the
sports that are either currently in existence or are
being planned for the two Nevada Universities and the
necessary, as well as the desirability, of providing
an equitable intercollegiate athletic program for
women students.
The Governor's recommendation is based on the exist-
ing program plus sufficient funding to provide salary
increase, to offset inflation, and to provide for 2.5
new coaches. The difference in cost between the Uni-
vesity's request and the Governor's recommendation is
$1.2 million for the two Universities for the bi-
ennium.
(6) New Programs: There were no new programs recommended
by the Governor for the University System. This
accounts for a $2.4 million difference between the
request and the recommendation.
Mr. Jessup also emphasized the following points concerning
the Governor's recommendation:
A. The Governor's recommendation is for an approximate
40% increase in State-appropriated dollars.
B. The recommendation for an increase of $1.4 million in
State funding for the Medical School will raise the
State's participation in this program to approximately
48% of the total budget, which is the level suggested
by the accrediting agency in its most recent report.
C. There is a 59% increase in the System Computing Center's
budget in the Governor's recommendation.
D. There is a 51% increase in the State-appropriated funds
for DRI.
Following Mr. Jessup's comments, Dr. Mc Cullough requested
that for the record he wished to point out that everyone
must recognize the morale problem with salaries, noting
that the Governor's recommendation allows no merit money.
Dr. Beaulieu also expressed concern of the faculty over the
faculty-student ratio imposed by the Governor's recommenda-
tion. Chancellor Humphrey stated that the Administration
would continue to support the full budget request and would
attempt to make its case with the committees at the appro-
priate time. He did note that the Governor's recommendation
was appreciated and the 40% increase recommended would, if
granted, make Nevada one of the highest States in percentage
increase.
37. Report of the UNS Ad Hoc Committee to Review Employee Health
and Accident Insurance
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that an ad hoc System Committee
to Review Employee Health and Accident Insurance had been
appointed and introduced Mr. Thomas W. Spear, Chairman of
the Committee, who commented concerning the Committee's
report (idenitfied as Ref. 26 and filed with permanent
minutes).
Mr. Spear reviewed the proposals which had been agreed upon
by the ad hoc Committee and recommended that they be for-
warded to the State Insurance Committee. He requested that
the Board also "see to it" that funds are provided to im-
plement the Committee's recommendation.
Chancellor Humphrey noted that this item was placed on the
agenda for discussion and to allow the Committee an op-
portunity to fully present its report. It will be re-
scheduled on the February agenda for action, at which time
a recommendation from the Administration will be made. He
pointed out also that a very important recommendation of
the Committee was not included by the Committee in the
material presented; that is, that the University seek to
withdraw from the State insurance program and establish
its own policy coverage. He added that prior to the Febru-
ary meeting there will be an effort to determine State and
legislative reaction and will have a recommendation from
the Administration for the next meeting.
Dr. Mc Cullough requested that Mr. Hug be asked for an
opinion on whether legislative action is required. It
was agreed that this also would be a part of the report
returned to the Board in February.
Mr. Spear noted an additional recommendation of the ad hoc
Committee that the University implement a program provid-
ing voluntary annual health examinations as provided in
Title 4, Chapter 4, Section 10 (7) of the Board of Regents
Handbook.
38. Report of the UNS Salary and Fringe Benefits Committee
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that a UNS Salary and Fringe
Benefits Committee had been active for the past 2 years
and introduced Dr. Bernard Malamud, Chairman of the Com-
mittee, and requested him to comment on the Committee's
report included with the agenda (identified as Ref. 27
and filed with permanent minutes).
Dr. Malamud discussed the activities of the Committee and
pointed out that the Committee was requesting a 21% in-
crease in the 1975-76 average UNS compensation over 1974-
75 average compensation and commented on the data and
projections the Committee had used to reach this recom-
mendation.
Mr. Jessup reviewed the salary recommendation contained
in the University's budget request submitted to the Budget
Office in September, 1974. He recalled that the budget
request adopted by the Board of Regents had included a
provision for two contingencies: (1) achievement of
average faculty compensation equal to the average faculty
compensation of the 50 principal Universities in the United
States, or (2) to keep pace with the movement of the Con-
sumer Price Index, whichever is greater.
At the December 6, 1974 meeting, the Board was informed
that the Budget request had been amended to increase the
request for professional compensation by $3,016,910 for
the biennium to provide a 12.1% increase for both years
of the biennium. He noted that the Governor's recommenda-
tion calls for a 12.1% increase for the first year of the
biennium and a 7% increase for the second year of the bi-
ennium.
Chancellor Humphrey also noted that although it had not
been included in the budget request, when it became known
that the Governor was going to request a retroactive pay
raise for classified employees, the extension of the
retroactive provision to faculty was requested of the
State Department of Administration and the Governor.
Mr. Charles Levinson, Chairman of the UNLV Salary and Wages
Committee, commented that the Board was aware of the Chan-
cellor's budget and the Governor's recommendation but sug-
gested that they must also be aware of the undue hardship
this would place on the faculty. He also stated that when
the Board developed its budget request they were not fully
informed, a fact, he said, which may have constituted a
violation of the Code. He stated that the Code specifical-
ly calls for recommendations from the Salary and Wages Com-
mittee to go to the President and then to the Regents. He
stated that prior to December 1, 1974, the Salary and Wages
Committee forwarded a recommendation but charged that the
recommendation was never transmitted to the Regents.
Chancellor Humphrey pointed out that a recommendation had
been submitted by the UNLV Salary and Wages Committee to
President Baepler in November, 1974 in an attempt to in-
fluence a budget request that had been submitted in accord-
ance with State Law the previous August. Mr. Levinson
stated that they (his Committee) had been informed that
there was still fluid in the budget and they were requested
to make their recommendations by December 1. Chancellor
Humphrey pointed out that what the System Committee had
been requested to do was to take the second step in the
salary schedule process; that is, once the goal has been
determined and dollars are available, a determination must
be made as to the method by which these dollars are al-
located and that determination is made by the amendment of
the salary schedule. He recalled that the University had
made a request to the Legislature for a 12.1% increase in
compensation and the System Salary Committee was requested
to make recommendations concerning the salary schedule
needed to implement the increase. He pointed out that
when the UNLV Salary and Wages Committee recommendation
came forward it was transmitted to the System Salary
Committee. The recommendation from the System is now be-
fore the Board and Dr. Humphrey further noted that the
recommendation was still attempting to influence the budget
which was submitted in August, 1974.
Mr. Levinson again stated that the Code had not been follow-
ed and requested the Chancellor to take whatever steps are
necessary to provide the 21% increase in faculty compensa-
tion recommended by the Salary Committee.
Chancellor Humphrey stated that in view of the challenge
from a Division Committee Chairman about procedure, he
believed it worth noting that Mr. Levinson was talking
about a recommendation from a Division Committee in Decem-
ber, 1974 when the budget was prepared during the Summer
and submitted in accordance with law last September, 1974.
He denied that the Code had been violated, pointing out
that the Division Committee recommendation was transmitted
to the System Committee and the report of the System Com-
mittee was now before the Board. He also pointed out that
the Board of Regents had made its decision on the amount
of money to be included in the budget request in conformity
with the System Salary Committee's recommendation at the
time the budget was developed, i. e., Summer, 1974.
Dr. Mc Cullough noted that some of the confusion might stem
from the reference to the Code, when in fact Mr. Levinson
was citing a provision of the UNLV Bylaws.
In response to a request for a dollar difference between
the Governor's recommendation and the Salary Committee's
recommendation, Mr. Jessup stated that to accommodate
to the 21% increase for existing positions it would re-
quire an additional $5 million beyond that recommended
by the Governor for professional compensation.
Chancellor Humphrey noted that this was a discussion item
and that action would be scheduled at the February meeting
when the Administration's recommendation will be submitted.
39. National Student Exchange Program, UNR
President Milam recalled that in 1971 the Board of Regents
approved the establishment of a domestic student exchange
program at UNR for a 2-year trial period beginning Fall,
1972. Under this program, qualified undergraduate students
are provided an opportunity to pursue varied environmental,
sociological and cultural education programs at various
locations in the country. The program provides for a 1- or
2-semester exchange of students among a group of partici-
pating public Colleges and Universities.
In 1973, he noted, the Board approved a request for an
additional 1-year commitment of 6 out-of-state grants-in-
aid for 1974-75 to permit the program to continue while
an evaluation was conducted to determine whether or not
a recommendation would be made to continue beyond the
1974-75 academic year.
Dr. Milam reported that this evaluation has now been
completed and referred to the inclusion with the agenda
of a report from the Program Coordinator (identified as
Ref. 39 and filed with permanent minutes). President
Milam recommended that the Board authorize UNR to continue
to participate in the National Student Exchange Program by
allocating 6 out-of-state grants-in-aid for this program.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval, with the under-
standing that these 6 out-of-state grants-in-aid will
continue to be allocated from the existing 3% of such
grants-in-aid authorized by State law.
Dr. Anderson moved approval. Motion seconded by Dr.
Lombardi, carried without dissent.
40. Interfund Loan from DRI Contingency Fund
President Ward noted that under the Board's policy provid-
ing for the use of DRI Contingency Funds, $136,500 has been
loaned to accounts within DRI. $10,000 of that amount has
been repaid. There is presently a balance of $80,000 in
the Contingency Fund. He requested that $25,000 be made
available to the Laboratory of Atmospheric Physics to allow
work to go forward on the environmental monitoring of
Southern California Edison Company's Fort Mohave generating
plant. He stated that DRI has been given verbal assurance
that the grant under which this work has been performed
for the past several years will be renewed in the amount
of $263,000; however, the award document has not been re-
ceived. This loan from the Contingency Fund will allow for
continuity of the project and will be repaid when the award
document is received. Chancellor Humphrey recommended
approval.
Dr. Anderson moved approval. Motion seconded by Mrs.
Knudtsen, carried without dissent.
41. Communication from STOP E. R. A. Committee
President Milam discussed the letter which had been received
from Janine M. Hansen, Co-Chairman, Northern Nevada STOP
E. R. A. Committee, in which she had requested the Board to
take action concerning a workshop to be sponsored by Gen-
eral University Extension. The letter was included with
the agenda (identified as Ref. 41 and filed with permanent
minutes). Dr. Milam pointed out that this legislation
(the Equal Rights Amendment) is not a part of the workshop;
rather, it is intended as an educational program, designed
to acquaint individuals with the problems encountered by
men and women working together and to work out possible
solutions.
Mr. Ross moved that no action be taken in response to the
request. Motion seconded by Miss Thompson. Motion was
then withdrawn and no further motion offered.
42. Nevada Archaeological Survey
Chancellor Humphrey reported that Nevada State Museum in
Carson City has proposed a State-funded Archaeological
Survey, under the auspices of the Nevada State Museum
and in cooperation with the University, the Nevada Histori-
cal Society and the Lost City Museum. In May, 1974 the
Board had acted affirmatively in pledging its cooperation
to the Museum in this endeavor.
Chancellor Humphrey noted that a draft of the proposed
legislation has now been prepared and has been reviewed
and endorsed by Presidents Milam and Baepler. An appro-
priation of $162,530 is requested for the biennium.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended that the Board concur in
this proposed legislation and the Administration be
authorized to cooperate in seeking its enactment.
Mrs. Knudtsen moved approval. Motion seconded by Dr.
Anderson, carried without dissent.
43. New Business
1. Mr. John Buchanan requested a study of the following
two items with reports back to the Board at a subse-
quent meeting:
A. Possibility of UNLV leasing land for a commercial
plaza on the Campus.
B. Possibility of UNLV leasing land on which the
sports arena proposed by the Las Vegas Convention
Authority might be built.
2. Miss Mason requested a feasibility study on a multi-
cultural education center to be established in the
College of Education, UNLV.
The action agenda was completed and the information agenda sub-
mitted. The information agenda contained the following items
and is on file in the Chancellor's Office:
(1) Report of Budget Transfers
(2) System Affirmative Action Program (for action in
February)
(3) Veterinary Medicine Program
(4) Report of Purchases in Excess of $8000
(5) Report of Foreign Travel
(6) Progress of University Projects
(7) Report of Disciplinary Cases
(8) Annual Report of Gifts and Grants, UNR
(9) State Public Works Board Status Report
(10) Final Graduation Lists, December, 1974
(11) Communication from City of North Las Vegas
The meeting adjourned at 12:20 P.M.
Mrs. Bonnie M. Smotony
Secretary to the Board
01-24-1975