March 6-7, 1969
03-06-1969
Pages 243-286
BOARD OF REGENTS
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA SYSTEM
March 6, 1969
The Board of Regents met on the above date in the Travis Lounge
of the Student Union building, University of Nevada, Reno.
Members present: Dr. Fred M. Anderson
Mr. Thomas G. Bell
Mr. James H. Bilbray
Mr. Archie C. Grant
Mr. Procter Hug, Jr.
Mr. Harold Jacobsen
Mrs. Molly Knudtsen
Dr. Louis Lombardi
Dr. Juanita White
Members absent: Mr. R. J. Ronzone
Mr. Albert Seeliger
Others present: Chancellor Neil D. Humphrey
President N. Edd Miller (UNR)
President Roman J. Zorn (UNLV)
Vice President Donald H. Baepler (UNLV)
Vice Chancellor Wendell Mordy (DRI)
Mr. Dan Walsh, Chief Deputy Attorney General
Dr. Donald Driggs (UNR Senate Chairman)
Professor Roger Miller (UNLV Senate Chairman)
Mr. Edward L. Pine (UNR Business Manager)
Mr. Herman Westfall (UNLV Business Manager)
Mr. Edwrd Olsen (UNR Director of Information)
Mr. Joe Bell, ASUN President
Mr. Bill Terry, CSUN President
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Hug at 9:15 A.M.
Mr. Hug expressed concern that the change in meeting dates had
caused a certain amount of inconvenience to members of the
Board and had even made it impossible for two of the members to
attend because of business commitments. He stated that in the
future, the meeting schedule will be honored unless a change is
made by formal action of the Board the meeting previous.
1. Approval of Minutes
Chancellor Humphrey requested that the minutes of the meet-
ing of February 7, 1969 be corrected as follows:
Page 193, 1st paragraph, 6th line, and 3rd paragraph,
4th line: Change $1,506,000 to $1,510,500 in both
places.
Motion by Mr. Bell, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried with-
out dissent that the minutes of the meeting of February 7,
1969 be approved as corrected.
2. Report of Gifts
Presidents Miller and Zorn commented on the gifts and grants
received by their respective Campuses during the preceding
month as included on the agenda. Chancellor Humphrey rec-
ommended acceptance of the gifts and grants, as follows:
University of Nevada, Reno
Library
Dr. Fred M. Anderson, Reno - 45 books and miscellaneous
medical journals.
Mr. Ramon Arrizabalaga, Columbia, Missouri - 1 book.
The Honorable Howard Cannon, Washington, D. C. - 1968
Yearbook of the Department of Agriculture.
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Cummings, Reno - $5 in memory of Louis
Serpentino.
Mrs. Jessie Gordon Flack, Tulsa, Oklahoma - copy of her
book, "Genealogy of the Gordon-Macy, Huddleston-Curtis
and Allied Families".
Mr. E. R. Grant, Reno - $10 in memory of Matilda Feretti.
Guild, Guild and Cunningham, Reno - $10 to the General Gift
Fund.
Judge Clark J. Guild and Clark J. Guild, Jr., Reno - $10
in memory of Lou Faletti.
Mr. Harold J. Jacobsen, Carson City - $10 in memory of
Margaret Meyers.
Mrs. Enid Kernan, Reno - medical books and journals.
Mr. Edwin C. Nelson, Reno - 361 books.
Mr. Paul C. Richards, Reno - $25 in memory of Mrs. H. W.
Edwards.
Professor Irving Sandorf, University of Nevada, Reno - 2
books to the Engineering Library.
Mr. Neil C. Vriese, University of Nevada - 3 German books.
Miscellaneous
The Asphalt Institute, Berkeley, California - $100 to the
College of Engineering for the Nevada Street and Highway
Conference.
Chemagro Corporation, Kansas City, Missouri - $300 in
support of Dr. Harold Arnett's research on DISYSTON with
Winter wheat.
Kennecott Copper Corporation, Mc Gill - $500 to the Depart-
ment of Journalism.
Mr. Frederick H. Moll, Las Vegas - $50 to the Mackay
School of Mines.
Mrs. Walter D. Orvis, Honolulu, Hawaii - $1000 to the Orvis
School of Nursing.
Reno Cancer Center, Reno - $500 to the Allie M. Lee Cancer
Research under the direction of Dean C. Fletcher.
Union Carbide Exploration Company, Reno - a collection of
suites of carbonatite specimens to the Mackay School of
Mines.
Scholarships
Mrs. Morgan Anglim, Reno - $100 for a male citizen of the
USA, in his 3rd or 4th year in the Humanities at the
University of Nevada, Reno.
Doctors' Wives of Washoe County, Reno - $1975 to the Washoe
County Medical Auxiliary Scholarship Fund.
Elko 20th Century Club, Elko - $100 stipend awarded to Miss
De Lynn Higley.
George Whittell High School, Zephyr Cove - stipends awarded
in the amounts of: $200 to William Christensen, $150 to
Steve Hall, $100 to Ted Beecher, $100 to Mara Oleson and
$100 to Karen Beal.
Kiwanis Club of Fallon, Fallon - $150 awarded to James
Mackedon.
Kiwanis Club of Reno, Reno - $250 awarded to Susan Moy and
Melanie Wirsching.
Las Vegas High School, Las Vegas - $50 awarded to Steven
Toy.
Miss Nevada Pageant, Inc., Reno - $500 awarded to Sharon
Davis.
Nevada Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, Reno - $1800
awarded to 13 Eagle Scout students.
Northern Nevada School Food Service Association, Reno -
$100 for a student in the School of Home Economics.
Robert L. Mount, Madison, Wisconsin - $4539.30 to the Lloyd
and Martha Mount Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Sierra Vista PTA, Reno - $423 to the Isabell Moe Scholar-
ship Fund, awarded to Virginia Mamsfield and Judy Thomsen.
Sparks High School, Sparks - $100 awarded to Cheryl P.
Hardy.
Sparks High School, Sparks - scholarships awarded in the
amounts of: $100 to Alana Williams, $75 to Candace Mc
Master, $100 to George Maldonado, $125 to Kathy Methner
and $150 to Wayne Capurro.
Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ladies Auxiliary, Las Vegas -
$150 awarded to Robert Bruno.
Women's Christian Temperance Union, Reno - scholarships
awarded in the amounts of: $50 to Pamela Kowzan, $100 to
Albert Whitenack and $50 to Nancy Donaldson.
Grants as follows:
Department of Health, Education and Welfare, Washington,
D. C.
Approximately $30,000 for 5 1-year fellowships in
English.
$1000 allocation under the U. S. Loan Program for
Cuban students.
$20,000 under Title 6, a joint proposal by College
of Education and Washoe County Schools for a Special
Education Instructional Materials Center. Became
operational in November, 1968.
$5710 for period September 1, 1968 through August 31,
1969, for Professional Nurse Traineeship Program.
Research Corporation, New York City - $7000 as a Frederick
Gardner Cottrell grant in aid of Dr. James Kliwer's re-
search program entitled, "The Measurement of Beta-Ray
Longitudinal Polarization Using a Lens Spectrometer".
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Library
Ruth S. Cahlan, Las Vegas - $43 in memory of Al Cahlan.
Nevada Society of Professional Engineers, Las Vegas - $56
in memory of Alson P. Gibson.
Mr. Richard J. Ronzone, Las Vegas - $10 in memory of the
Reverend Ford Lincoln Gilbert.
Mr. and Mrs. Millard Sloan, Las Vegas - $7.50 in memory
of Mrs. Ward Wengert.
Athletic Program:
Mr. James H. Bilbray, Las Vegas - $300
Dr. Jack S. Hirsh, Las Vegas - $600
George Kalb Construction Co., Las Vegas - $1000
Dr. Russell F. Miller, Las Vegas - $400
Dr. L. H. Raizin, Las Vegas - $300
Sala and Ruthe Realty, Inc., Las Vegas - $2000
Dr. John P. Watkins, Las Vegas - $600
Scholarships
American Business Women's Association, Las Vegas - $250
Anheuser-Busch, Inc., Los Angeles, California - $500
Henderson Business and Professional Women's Club, Henderson
- $100
Elizabeth Hilbrecht, Las Vegas - $100 to the Elizabeth
Hilbrecht Nursing Scholarship.
Reynolds Electrical and Engineering Company, Las Vegas -
$70
Professional Baseball Scholarship, New York City - $1000
Louise and Nick Testa, Los Angeles, California - $10 to
the Louis Basil Music Scholarship Fund.
Music Concert Series:
Dr. and Mrs. Julius Jensen, Las Vegas - $25
Mr. and Mrs. Henry F. Coffer, Las Vegas - $10
The Honorable Alan Bible - $10
Desert Research Institute
Max C. Fleischmann Foundation, Reno - $48,803.62 to the
Atmospherium-Planetarium as reimbursement for expenditures
for 1967-68.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. White, carried with-
out dissent that the gifts and grants be accepted and the
Secretary be requested to send notes of thanks to the
donors.
3. Report of Personnel Actions
Upon motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. Anderson, the
following personnel actions were approved as recommended
by the appropriate officers:
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGAS
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Dorothy M. Seigle, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Special
Education, 2/1-6/30/69 (new adjunct appointment)
COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS
Carol Jeanne James, Graduate Assistant, 2/1-6/30/69 - $1250
(replacement for Charles Ivy)
Brian Lewis Wilson, Graduate Assistant, 2/1-6/30/69 - $1250
(replacement for Gary Jones)
STUDENT PERSONNEL SERVICES
Paul Schofield, Resident Manager, Tonopah Hall, 2/3-6/30/69
- $1666.65 plus R & B (replacement for Louise Mc Intosh)
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE
J. Barry Davis, Graduate Research Assistant in Renewable
Natural Resources, Spring semester 1969 - $1500 (open
position)
Allen Dean Bruner, Jr., Range Ecologist in Renewable
Natural Resources, 1/1/-6/30/69 - annual rate $8640 (new
position, contingent upon continuation of AEC grant)
Michael R. Natalino, Graduate Research Assistant in
Renewable Natural Resources, Spring semester 1969 - $1500
(open position)
John S. Swant, Graduate Research Assistant in Renewable
Natural Resources, Spring semester 1969 - $1500 (open
position)
Rosalyn D. Wong, Graduate Assistant in Home Economics,
Spring semester - $1250 (open position)
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCE
Anthony P. Anzalone, Graduate Assistant in Psychology,
Spring semester 1969 - $1250 (new, temporary position)
Eric Nelson Moody, Gradute Assistant in History, Spring
semester 1969 - $1250 (replacement for Michael Urga)
Judith Ann Ralf, Graduate Assistant in Political Science,
Spring semester 1969 - $1250 (replacement for Jose Peer)
Barbara Ann Taylor, Graduate Assistant in History, Spring
semester 1969 - $1250 (replacement for Ruth Ross)
Steve Timothy Timko, Jr., Graduate Assistant in Mathe-
matics, Spring semester 1969 - $1250 (replacement for
Howard Cassity)
Pamela Brunsell Wilcox, Instructor in Political Science,
Spring semester 1969 - annual rate $7850 (temporary re-
placement for James Roberts)
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Kimun D. Lee, Graduate Assistant, Bureau of Business and
Economics Research (1/4 time), Spring semester 1969 -
$625 (replacement for Leon Singleton)
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Jacqueline Marie Burr, Graduate Assistant in Elementary
Education, Spring semester 1969 - $1250 (replacement for
Holly Duarte)
Barbara Ann Chism, Graduate Assistant in General Profes-
sional Education, Spring semester 1969 - $1250 (new,
temporary position)
Robert Falccus Nielson, Assistant Director, Upward Bound
Project, Spring - annual rate $8250 (new position)
David Scott Wolf, Graduate Assistant in General Profes-
sional Education, Spring semester 1969 - $1250 (new,
temporary position)
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Donald E. Banta, Graduate Assistant in Civil Engineering,
Spring semester 1969 - $1250 (replacement for Raymond
Williams)
MACKAY SCHOOL OF MINES
John T. Blomquist, Graduate Laboratory Assistant in NMAL,
Spring semester 1969 - $1500 (replacement for Stanley
Ivosevic)
DESERT RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Maarten R. Pranger, Research Assistant, 2/1-6/30/69 - $2900
Maxine Deacon, Administrative Assistant, 2/1-6/30/69 -
$3762.50 (annual $9030, change from 1/2 time to full time)
Joseph R. Illian, Graduate Research Assistant, 2/1-6/30/69
- $2900 (change from 1/2 time to full time)
Dr. Lombardi entered the meeting.
4. Approval of Check Registers
Upon motion by Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, the
check registers were approved as submitted by the Business
Manager, UNR (check registers filed with permanent minutes).
5. Approval of Fund Transfers
Chancellor Humphrey reported the following fund transfer
for information:
#292 $1588 from Contingency Reserve, UNR, to Sociology
Department, to provide additional funds for pro-
fessional salaries.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval of the following
transfers of funds:
#309 $17,200 from Contingency Reserve, UNR, to Depart-
ments listed below for graduate assistant salaries:
Chemistry Department $ 1,650
Music Department 600
Physics Department 1,600
Psychology Department 1,000
* English Department 12,350
* 4 temporary graduate assistant positions
to accommodate change in English "A"
requirements.
#310 $7600 from Contingency Reserve, UNR, to History
Department to provide funds for temporary posi-
tion which has been created to assume some of
the teaching duties of full-time staff on part-
time assignments elsewhere in UNR during fiscal
1969.
#311 $22,000 from Contingency Reserve, Statewide Pro-
grams, to the Property, Fidelity and Liability
Insurance account. The 1968-69 Work Program
provided $63,647 for property, fidelity and
liability premiums. The cost of these premiums
is now estimated at $85,647.
On July 1, 1967, the University of Nevada System
had to assume the payment of insurance premiums
which provides fire coverage on all buildings
and contents with an all risk floater. The all
risk floater includes theft of University owned
equipment with $100 deductible. Neither the
insurance company nor the University had an ex-
perience record upon which to estimate this cost.
On January 30, 1969, the UNS purchased an addi-
tional policy providing umbrella catastrophe
liability coverage with excess limits of $1
million. This policy gives the University the
broadest type of liability coverage obtainable.
The annual estimated premium is $2983.
During the biennium the University has accepted
the following major buildings: Donald C. Moyer
Student Union, Buildings and Grounds Office
building, UNLV and the Mack Social Science build-
ing, UNR, all of which add to the insurance needed.
The above, plus the rise in insurance premiuns in
general of about 10%, has resulted in this need for
an additional $22,000 for FY 1969.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. Lombardi, carried
without dissent that the above fund transfers be approved
as recommended.
Mr. Hug referred to the policy providing umbrella catas-
trophe liability coverage to the University, stating that
it seemed strange to have such extensive coverage when
the maximum which could be recovered from the University
is $25,000. Mr. Humphrey pointed out that while it is
true that the University itself might be liable only for
$25,000, the faculty member could be liable for consider-
ably more and this insurance is designed to also protect
the faculty member while on official University business
in State automobiles and is considered by the faculty
members to be a valuable fringe benefit.
President Miller introduced Dr. Sohel Riffka, Vice Rector of the
University of Northern Chile, who is in this country to observe
higher education, and is spending some time at the University of
Nevada, Reno.
Mr. Jacobsen entered the meeting.
6. Nomination of Architects, UNLV
Vice President Baeper noted that the State Planning Board
has requested that the University nominate architects for
the Education and Humanities buildings at UNLV. He re-
quested that Jack Miller, A. I. A., be nominated as the
architect for the Education building, and either Zick and
Sharp, or Daniel, Mann, Johnson and Mendenhall (Edward
Hendricks & Associates) be the architects for the Humanities
building. He also recommended specific sites for the two
buildings and presented an aerial photograph showing the
approximate locations. The sites recommended would be
described as: Education building - west of Grant Hall,
north of the Library, sited on the main east/west mall in
line with the Chemistry building; Humanities building -
east side of the north/south mall between the Student
Union and Frazer Hall.
Chancellor Humphrey suggested that since the matter of
the buildings' sites was not on the agenda, the Board
might wish to first consider the selection of the archi-
tects.
Mr. Bilbray stated that the Campus is developing in a
"hodge-podge" manner and suggested that more attention
be paid to coordination of the architecture. Mr. Hancock
pointed out that great attention has been paid to this for
a number of years and the "hodge-podge" is gradually disap-
pearing.
Dr. White suggested that Mr. Mc Daniel be designated as
consultant for all Campus buildings at UNLV. Mr. Hancock
cautioned against having one local architect review the
work of his competitors and suggested that a consultant
not be designated until the Regents have an opportunity
to see what the drawings look like for the Education and
Humanities buildings.
Mr. Bilbray stated that he had recently seen some of the
brochures produced by the firm of Daniel, Mann, Johnson
and Mendenhall and was very impressed with their work.
He suggested that only that firm be considered for the
Humanities building.
Dr. White again suggested that the University employ a
consultant. Mr. Bilbray suggested that an international
architectural firm be retained to present a master plan
for the architectural development of both Campuses.
Dr. Zorn agreed that some attention should be given to
master planning, particularly to a master space alloca-
tion plan for UNLV. Chancellor Humphrey noted that both
Presidents are in the process of updating the Skidmore,
Owings & Merrill master plans for both Campuses.
Mr. Bilbray suggested that it would cost $35,000 for
master plans for each Campus and suggested that the
Chancellor check into sources of funds for such a project
and report back at the next meeting. Mr. Humphrey agreed
that such a report could be made.
Mr. Hug expressed skepticism that a master plan from an
international firm not familiar with Nevada and its needs
would be worthwhile. He suggested that the Regents con-
sider instead a local consulting firm.
Mr. Bilbray stated that Nevada is not a big state and would
not have such talent.
Mrs. Knudtsen suggested that Mr. Del Monte, who had been
used as a consultant before the UNR Campus might be famil-
iar enough with Nevada to provide the desired consultant
service.
Motion by Mr. Grant, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried with-
out dissent that the firm of Jack Miller, A. I. A., be
nominated to the State Planning Board as the architect
for the Education building at UNLV.
Mr. Grant moved that the firm of Daniel, Mann, Johnson and
Mendenhall be nominated as the architect for the Humanites
building. Motion seconded by Mr. Bilbray. Mr. Grant then
amended his motion to include either Daniel, Mann, Johnson
and Mendenhall or Zick and Sharp as the nominees. Mr.
Bilbray stated that he was not familiar with Zick and Sharp
but was impressed with the brochures he had seen from DMJM
and suggested that only that firm be nominated. He with-
drew his second to Mr. Grant's motion. Mr. Grant's motion
was then seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, and carried with Mr.
Bilbray and Dr. White opposing.
Dr. Lombardi moved that the buildings' sites as recommended
by Dr. Baepler be approved. Motion seconded by Mr. Bilbray
and carried without dissent.
Mr. Hug expressed concern over the proposed locations of
these buildings but agreed that following further devel-
opment of the plans an opportunity to review the sites
would be satisfactory.
7. Chronological History of Development of Chemistry Building,
UNLV
Chancellor Humphrey noted that at the February 7 meeting
the Administration had been requested to develop informa-
tion on the sequence of the activities during the devel-
opment of the Chemistry building, UNLV, and requested the
Regents to review the chronological request (filed with
permanent minutes). He noted that the only extra time
involved was that period of time involved with working
with the Planning Board on the architectural competition.
Mr. Hancock agreed, noting that funds were in the form of
General Obligation Bonds and they were not able to proceed
with the plans until they had received the money with
which to execute a contract -- that money was not received
until October. He noted that 4 architects had competed
in the design competition and the architect finally
selected was the same one who had been originally suggested
by the University. He also stated that he believed, and
the architect had concurred, that a most specific benefit
from the competition was a better building because the
architect had tried harder.
Mr. Hancock stated that he believed the competition suc-
cessful, but would not in the future recommend a compe-
tition for such a complex building.
Mr. Humphrey also recalled that there had been a request
that investigation be made of methods of shortening the
planning period of major projects. He noted that the
State Planning Board has also expressed concern and has
offered assistance. He suggested that Mr. Hancock might
wish to comment on the steps already taken by the State
Planning Board.
Mr. Hancock concurred that the State Planning Board is
concerned with this matter and has taken the following
action with this session of the Legislature designed to
shorten the design period:
(1) Requested $50,000 in advance planning funds for the
1971-73 program. This will permit the development
of definitive programs prior to the 1971 session,
with the result that upon approval and funding,
architects will be able to proceed immediately with
the working drawings.
(2) Recommended that the Legislature appropriate all design
funds for all projects by General Fund appropriations.
Because of the General Obligation Bond funding of the
1967 Capital Improvement Program, the State Planning
Board was precluded from starting the design process
until late in October, and consequently, the entire
program was delayed 6 months. The use of General
Funds for design will allow the State Planning Board
to proceed immediately with the design of projects
upon passage and approval of the appropriation.
(3) Requested the authority of the Legislature to negoti-
ate low bids under certain controlled conditions.
This would hopefully avoid the necessity of rebidding
projects when the low bid exceeds the construction
budget by less than 10%. The approval of this act
should expedite the award of contracts.
Mr. Hancock further stated that the design process is also
frequently delayed due to lack of a scope of work defining
the project requirements in sufficient detail to allow the
architect to proceed immediately with the plans.
Mr. Bilbray thanked Mr. Hancock for his report, stating
that it made him feel better to know that he was not the
only one concerned. Mr. Hancock stated that the Planning
Board and the University have always been concerned that
projects proceed as quickly as possible so that they may
be occupied by the using agency at the earliest possible
date.
8. Agreement with the State Planning Board
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that the Board of Regents had
approved an agreement in December 1964, which had provided
for the division of responsibilities between the University
and the State Planning Board on Capital Improvement Pro-
jects (agreement filed with permanent minutes). He noted
that the present agreement is basically satisfactory and
relations between the two Boards and the two staffs are
excellent. He recommended that the Administration be
directed to cooperate with the State Planning Board in the
development of any amendments or additions to the present
agreement designed to speed the completion of University
projects.
Motion by Dr. Anderson, seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
9. Resolution from Citizens' Advisory Committee to College
of Agriculture
Chancellor Humphrey presented a resolution from the Citi-
zens' Advisory Committee to the College of Agriculture,
directed to the Board of Regents, the Chancellor and the
President, UNR (copy of resolution filed with permanent
minutes). Chancellor Humphrey recommended that the reso-
lution be accepted and the members of the Advisory Com-
mittee be informed of the Board's appreciation for their
interest in and support of the University's programs and
that the Committee be assured of the University's intent
to secure a sound financial base for the 2-year programs.
Motion by Mrs. Knudtsen, seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
10. Class A Action Concerning Admission of Disapproved High
School Students
President Miller requested that this matter be deferred
until the next meeting to allow for clarification of a
number of details. He further agreed to a request from
Mr. Hug that a complete review of the current admissions
standards be presented to the Board at its meeting in
May, both a written report and an oral presentation by
Dr. Jack Shirley, Director of Admissions.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. White, carried
without dissent that discussion of the Class A Action
be tabled until the April meeting.
11. Plant and Property, UN
A. Mr. Pine reported that the U. S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development, College Housing Program, has
informed the University of Nevada, Reno, that it will
now accept an application for a Dining Commons. The
loan would be for a maximum of 40 years (by statute) at
an interest rate to be determined by a Federal statu-
tory formula, but which could not exceed 5% by State
statute. Security for the loan would be a pledge of
project revenue. Applications must be submitted
prior to April 1, 1969.
Mr. Pine presented tentative plans for such a Dining
Commons to be used for resident students only. He
noted that the preliminary planning indicates a
proposed construction budget figure of $1.5 million.
President Miller requested that UNR be authorized to
submit an application to HUD for a $1.5 million loan
for a Dining Commons to be erected near Nye Hall.
Chancellor Humphrey noted that Legislative approval
was given to this project and a residence hall by
Chapter 17, 1966 Statutes of Nevada. He recommended
approval of the request to submit an application, and
also recommended that a financal plan for all UNR
auxiliary enterprises, including the proposed project,
be submitted by May for the projected first fiscal
year of operation of the new Dining Commons.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. Lombardi, car-
ried without dissent that the above recommendation be
approved.
B. Mr. Pine reported that Sierra Pacific Power Company
has requested a 10-foot right of way for the recon-
struction of a power line on the south side of Miller
Street from Boynton Lane westerly approximately 1850
feet (the northernmost portion of the University Dairy
Farm).
Mr. Pine recommended, and noted that Dean Price has
concurred in this recommendation, that the right of
way be granted and the surface rights remain with
the University.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Motion by Mr. Jacobsen, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, car-
ried without dissent that the above recommendation
be approved.
C. Mr. Pine reported that the City of Reno has given
notice by Resolution No. 2487 that it intends to
annex to the City of Reno approximately 845 acres of
land near the intersection of Boynton Lane and Mill
Street, of which 275 acres are University property.
He noted that some opposition has been expressed
by local property owners to this annexation while
others favor it. He recommended tha the University
not take a position in this matter, noting that the
College of Agriculture plans to continue its dairy
operation in this location and concurs in the above
recommendation.
Mr. Jacobsen expressed concern that such an annexa-
tion might open the door to a change in zoning which
would adversely affect the operation of the Dairy
Farm. Mr. Walsh stated that he did not believe that
a change in zoning could be made as long as the use
to which this property is put does not change from
its original use.
Motion by Mrs. Knudtsen, seconded by Dr. Anderson,
carried without dissent that the recommendation of
the Administration be followed and the Board of
Regents take no position on the annexation proposed.
D. Mr. Pine recalled that in December, 1968 the Board
instructed that a cost-benefit analysis be made of
a parking garage project for UNR and a report made
to the Board. Mr. Pine noted that such a study had
been made and the following report had been sub-
mitted to President Miller:
This office has reviewed the parking on the Reno
Campus and is of the opinion that for the present
a multistoried parking garage cannot be financed
from revenue.
The present facilities for parking provide the
following spaces:
Staff parking 460 "A"
Faculty parking 310 "B"
Special use permits 28 "C"
Student parking 2350
Fee for Dormitory use 99 "D"
Visitor 41
15 minute 8
Reserved space 4
Total Spaces 3300
Multistoried parking for fees must be centrally
located. The Sierra Street site is not near
enough to the University community to provide
income from fees for parking.
The areas presently available for parking on a
multistoried arrangement would require under-
ground operations to protect the environment and
beauty of the Campus.
The areas in which underground lots could be con-
structed and probably used are:
1. West and south of Morrill Hall, an area of
150 x 200 feet, 4 levels of parking, total
of 300 vehicles.
2. East of the Gymnasium and north of Getchell
Library, 150 x 300 feet, 3 levels of parking,
total of 225 vehicles.
The estimated cost of a parking garage, lighted,
less heat, for 300 vehicles is $1,200,000 and
for 225 vehicles $900,000. Assuming 90% occupancy,
the yearly charge for each vehicle would be $290
at a 5% interest charge and a 30-year retirement.
Should the interest rate be 6%, the yearly rental
would be $320 per vehicle.
The above costs indicate that it would be impos-
sible to erect underground facilities at this
time. The above areas do not lend themselves
to above-ground construction. The nearest site
presently owned by the University that would
permit above-ground facilities is on Sierra Street
north of Artemisia.
The cost of a structure for 300 vehicles above-
ground is estimated at $720,000 and would require
a yearly income of $175 per vehicle. If the rate
were 6%, the yearly income should be $195 per
vehicle.
In view of the costs involved and the possibility
of lacking sufficient revenue to retire indebted-
ness, it appears that the following should be
accomplished:
1. Filling of the archery area near Mack Social
Science.
2. Paving the lot south of the Stadium lot
between Virginia Street and the hill at
Hartman Hall.
3. Moving earth along the road east of Palmer
Engineering building to old Orr Ditch right
of way.
4. Paving north portion of Nye parking lot.
5. Endeavor to purchase property at southeast
corner of 9th and Lake Streets (owned by
City of Reno).
It is assumed that the following expenditures would
be required for the items above:
1. $10,000
2. $45,000
3. $20,000
4. $20,000
5. $55,000
Presently, no funds are available in this Depart-
ment for any improvements.
President Miller recommended that, in view of the fact
that the proposed parking structure cannot be financed
from project revenue, the project be returned to its
former position on the Capital Improvement priority
list and no legislation be requested at this time.
Chancellor Humphrey concurred.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Dr. White, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be ap-
proved.
Mrs. Knudtsen suggested that a study be made on the
feasibility of restricting all traffic on Campus.
E. Mr. Pine submitted a progress report on UNR capital
improvement projects under the supervision of Univer-
sity staff and a progress report on projects under the
supervision of the State Planning Board was distributed
(both reports filed in Chancellor's Office).
12. At President Miller's request, Dick Harris, Second Vice
President of ASUN, reviewed briefly the recent amendments
made by the ASUN to its Constitution. He also noted that
a number of student government activities had been con-
solidated in an effort to streamline some of the procedures
now followed by students. Following Mr. Harris' presenta-
tion, Mr. Ted Dixon, First Vice President, stated that
the ASUN would be forwarding a request for action by the
Board at its April meeting to consolidate some of the
fees now assessed separately.
Joe Bell, ASUN President, referred back to earlier dis-
cussion by the Regents of the parking garage study made
by Mr. Pine, noting that Mr. Pine had made several recom-
mendations to provide a partial solution to the parking
problem and asked if the Board was considering any action.
President Miller noted that the recommendations were di-
rected to him and he would prefer to have staff review
of the suggestions before requesting action by the Board.
Mr. Hug suggested that it would be appropriate at this
time for Mr. Humphrey to comment on the request from Joe
Bell that he and Bill Terry, as Presidents of their
respective student governments, be appointed to the
Chancellor's Advisory Cabinet.
Chancellor Humphrey noted that he had responded to Mr.
Bell's request and quoted in part from his letter, as
follows:
I am happy to designate the Presidents of the Associ-
ated Students of the University of Nevada, Reno, and
the Confederated Students of the University of Nevada,
Las Vegas, to be members of the Chancellor's Advisory
Cabinet for the discussion of those matters before the
Cabinet which are of particular and special interest to
students. There are two qualifications for such
service: (1) the specific issue must have been dis-
cussed at the University level and a recommendation
made which requires Board of Regents action and appro-
priate student representation must have been involved
in the Campus discussion; and (2) a University Presi-
dent must request the participation of the Student Body
President. If one President requests the Student Body
President on his Campus to attend, the other President
will be obliged to also request the Student Body Presi-
dent on his Campus to attend. The Student Body Presi-
dents will attend for the specified agenda items. The
designation is for the balance of this academic year
and for the 1969-70 academic year. At the end of that
time, we should evaluate the desirability of continuing.
Motion by Mr. Grant, seconded by Dr. Lombardi, carried
without dissent that the Board endorse the action of the
Chancellor, as indicated above.
13. Approval of Purchases in Excess of $5000
Mr. Pine reported that bids were opened February 18, 1969,
for 75 food items to be furnished to the Dining Commons.
Monarch Institutional Foods, Reno $11,076.56
low bidder on 36 items
Abbott Supply Company, Reno 8,883.55
low bidder on 39 items
Mr. Pine noted M & R, Reno, had submitted bids on 7 items
but they were high. He recommended that the contracts be
awarded to the low bidders on the individual items as
listed above. President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey
concurred.
Motion by Mr. Jacobsen, seconded by Dr. White, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
14. Ombudsman
President Miller recommended that the position of Ombudsman
be established at UNR on an experimental basis for the re-
mainder of the Spring semester. He proposed that the Om-
budsman would be available to students, faculty and staff
and would serve as an extra-channel for airing complaints,
presenting grievances, and seeking appropriate ways of
doing things. He added that the person appointed to this
position would report directly to the President. To fund
this position, President Miller recommended that a transfer
of $2400 (for a salary of $800 per month) be made from the
Contingency Reserve to the Office of the President.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Mrs. Knudtsen expressed doubt that a problem existed at
UNR which would require such a position.
Dr. Anderson agreed that no such problems were obvious
but suggested that the creation of such a position would
relieve the President of many small but important details
and thus might avoid such problems altogether.
Mr. Jacobsen agreed with Dr. Anderson.
Dr. Driggs spoke of the educational planning study which
suggested a need for someone to relieve the President
from many of the details with which he must now be con-
cerned. He noted that this recommendation had also been
made by the accreditation team from the Northwest Associ-
ation during its last visit. Dr. Driggs said he believed
the creation of the position could be of real service.
Joe Bell also expressed agreement with the concept, adding
that administrative officers are always available to the
students but such an additional channel could be a very
great aid.
Motion by Mr. Jacobsen, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent that the position of Ombudsman be estab-
lished for a period of 3 months at a salary of $800 per
month.
15. Change of Graduation Requirements
President Miller stated that the UNR Academic Council and
the Undergraduate Council of the Senate have both approved
a recommendation which reduces the number of units re-
quired for graduation with the Associate Degree in Law
Enforcement from 65 to 64. He noted that this reduction
reflects an accommodation to the special courses in English
offered at Stead of the associate degree programs and re-
flects no real reduction in course requirements for the
degree. President Miller and Chancellor Humphrey endorsed
the recommendation.
Motion by Mr. Jacobsen, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
16. Proposed Athletic Fields and Physical Education Facility
Dr. Baepler reviewed the planning at a staff level which
had produced the brochure for the proposed athletic fields
and a physical education facility at UNLV, noting that
these two projects are priorities 10 and 15 on the Capital
Improvement program. He requested authorization to forward
this brochure to appropriate committees of the Legislature
for information. Chancellor Humphrey concurred in this
course of action, stating that neither project is recom-
mended by the State Planning Board or the Governor for
funding in 1969-70; however, action on these projects, he
said, could be expected in 1971.
Motion by Dr. White, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried with-
out dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
17. Approval of Existing UNLV Programs
Dr. Baepler noted that some of the degrees currently being
offered at UNLV, as well as some of the Departments cur-
rently in existence, have never been formally approved by
the Regents and others have been approved only in principle.
He pointed out, however, that in every instance there
appears to have been full internal consideration given to
each degree program by the Curriculum Committee, the Senate
and the Administration. Dr. Baepler asked the Board to
officially approve the following list of current Colleges
and Departments and the degree programs currently being
offered at UNLV:
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS
Departments:
Accounting
Economics
General Business
Management
Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Bachelor of Science in Hotel Administration
Master of Business Administration
Master of Arts in Economics
Master of Science in Vocational Counseling
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Departments:
Professional Studies
Educational Administration
Health, Physical Education and Recreation
Degrees:
B. A. in Education
B. S. in Education
M. A. in Education
M. S. in Education
Master of Education
M. S. in Vocational Counseling
Ed. S. (Specialist in Education)
COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS
Departments:
Art
Music
Speech and Drama
Degrees:
B. A. in Art
B. F. A.
B. A. in Music
B. A. in Speech and Drama
COLLEGE OF GENERAL AND TECHNICAL STUDIES
Divisions:
Community Services
Technology
Medical Arts
Degrees:
Associate of Science in Law Enforcement (Certificate
available for major in Sociology)
Associate of Science in Office Administration
Associate of Science in Radiation Health Technology
Associate of Science in Design Technology
Associate of Science in Electronic Technology
Associate of Science in Fire Science Technology
Associate of Arts in Nursing
Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology
Bachelor of Technology in Radiologic Technology
Associate of Arts in General Studies
Associate of Arts in Medical Records
COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES
Departments:
English
Foreign Language
Philosophy
Degrees:
B. A. in English
B. A. in French
B. A. in German
B. A. in Spanish
B. A. in Philosophy
M. A. in English
M. A. in German
M. A. in Spanish
COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS
Departments:
Biological Sciences
Chemistry
Mathematics
Physics & Astronomy
Planetary Sciences and Engineering
Degrees:
Degree Major Discipline
Bachelor of Science Biology, Botany, Zoology
(including Premedical, Pre-
dental)
Master of Science Biology, Zoology
Bachelor of Science Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in
Chemistry
Bachelor of Science Mathematics
Bachelor of Arts Mathematics
Bachelor of Science Physics, Applied Physics
Master of Science Physics
Bachelor of Science Engineering, Geography,
Geology
Bachelor of Arts Geology
COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
Departments:
Anthropology-Sociology
History
Political Science
Psychology
Social Service
Degrees:
B. A. History
B. A. Political Science
B. A. Psychology
B. A. Anthropology
B. A. Sociology
B. A. Social Services
M. A. History
M. A. Political Science
M. A. Psychology
M. S. in Vocational Counseling
Chancellor Humphrey recommended approval.
Motion by Dr. Lombardi, seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
Dr. Baepler suggested that this kind of problem is some-
times the result of confusion over what must receive Board
approval and what can be considered appropriate to handle
administratively. Chancellor Humphrey agreed and suggest-
ed a study be made at staff level and a recommendation
made as to what should be referred to the Board of Regents
for approval.
18. UNLV Dormitory
Dr. Baepler referred to newspaper articles which had
appeared recently concerning objections by some of the
UNLV students to the University policy requiring that
students under 21 live in the Dormitory. Dr. Baepler
noted that in the Fall of 1968, the Dorm was filled to
capacity and a number of students were permitted to find
housing off Campus. Consequently, when vacancies occured
in the Dorm at the beginning of the Spring semester, these
students were requested to give up their off-Campus housing
and move into the Dorm. Dr. Baepler noted that there are
a number of problems on the UNLV Campus centering around
the Dormitory and many of these problems cannot be resolved
as long as the University requires that students live in
the Dorm. He said that although he was aware of the fi-
nancial implications, in that the repayment of the debt
depends on revenue from the Dormitory, he was prepared to
bring back a recommendation later in the Spring for a
change to be effective next year. Part of this recom-
mendation, he said, would involve the borrowing of funds
from the Capital Improvement Fee Fund to pay the interest
on the Dormitory if sufficient revenues are not realized
under a policy to make Dormitory residence entirely volun-
tary. He emphasized that there is a need to make the Dorm
a desirable place to live and that will not occur, he said,
as long as the students feel they have no choice.
Bill Terry stated that the students have been very concerned
over the situation in the Dorm and the student government
has recently taken over the leadership of the Dorm in an
effort to resolve some of the problems. Randy Frew stated
that in his opinion, a great amount of the credit for the
partial resolution of the Dorm problems is due to Dr.
Baepler and Dean Mc Causlin.
The Board took no action, noting that no recommendations
for a change in policy has been placed before the Board.
19. DRI Financial Program, 1968-69
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that in June 1967 DRI was
instructed to develop detailed financial projections for
each fiscal year. He noted that a preliminary estimate
for the current fiscal year was submitted to the Board
in January 1968, and was approved subject to revision at
the May 1968 meeting. Mr. Humphrey referred to the
Financial Program, 1968-69, dated January 1969 (enclosed
with the agenda), noting that it had been submitted as
a revision to the January 1968 Preliminary Estimate. He
recommended that it be approved and that the Administration
be instructed to submit the 1969-70 financial plan for DRI
not later than May 1969, and henceforth all such plans
include a statement showing term (time period) of all
grants and contracts in force.
Motion by Mrs. Knudtsen, seconded by Dr. Lombardi, carried
without dissent that the above recommendations be approved.
20. State Department of Education's Master Plan for Education
Mr. Hug introduced Mr. Burnell Larson, Superintendent of
Public Instruction, who had been invited to present the
State Department of Education's Master Plan for Education
for the information of the Regents.
Mr. Larsen noted that the Master Plan had been prepared
at the request of the State Legislature and consisted of
a 2-volume document from which the abstract which had been
distributed had been prepared. In addition, Mr. Larson and
his staff showed a film which had been produced in support
of the Master Plan. Mr. Larson was assisted in his pres-
entation by Mr. Tom Ogg and Mr. Robert Lloyd.
21. Community College Division of the University of Nevada
System
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that on February 7 the Board
had agreed that they would comply with Governor Laxalt's
request concerning creation of a Community College Divi-
sion, provided the Legislature appropriated the monies
requested by the Governor. He further noted that the
Board had instructed that a program statement and a
budget be developed in conformity with the Governor's
request. Such a document had been developed, he said, in
cooperation with President R. C. Lynch, Elko Community
College, and Mr. Burnell Larson, State Superintendent of
Public Instruction, and has also been favorably reviewed
by the Governor's Office. Copies of the document were
transmitted to the Elko County Board of School Trustees
and the Elko Community College Advisory Board and their
comments had been received.
Mr. Humphrey noted that recommendations received from
these 2 Boards, communicated through President Lynch,
concerned certain areas of the proposed budget (with the
net effect of requesting that it be increased by $22,500)
and expansion of the Advisory Board from 5 to 7 members.
Mr. Humphrey recommended that the document, as presented,
be approved, including the budgets except that the Advisory
Board be increased to 7 as requested, and in explaining
the proposal to the Legislative Committees the comments
of the Elko Boards be stated.
Mr. Larson concurred with the Chancellor's statements,
noting particularly the statement that the budget repre-
sents the most flexible budget that could be devised with-
in the framework of the Governor's recommendation.
In response to an inquiry from Mr. Grant, Mr. Humphrey
stated that the Advisory Board referred to in the document
would be advisory to the Elko Community College Administra-
tion, the Executive Officer of the Community College Divi-
sion, the Chancellor, and to the Board of Regents.
Mr. Bilbray asked if there was really any need for such an
advisory group. Chancellor Humphrey said yes, particularly
in this situation where there is such strong community in-
terest. He referred to other advisory groups operating at
the present time which have rendered valuable assistance
to certain areas of the University, most notable being the
Advisory Committee to the College of Agriculture. Mr.
Humphrey also commented on the amount of cooperation which
he said had been received from a variety of sources in
implementing the Governor's recommendation.
Mr. Bilbray asked what counties would be involved in the
geographical area from which the Advisory Board members
would be drawn. Mr. Humphrey stated that the membership
on the Advisory Board would be as determined by the Board
of Regents, but he would expect that most of the members
would be drawn from the Elko area itself.
Dr. Anderson requested that the paragraph concerning the
qualifications of an executive officer (page 7, paragraph
15) be expanded to include "or who has other experience
or training which would especially qualify him for this
position."
Mr. Humphrey stated that there was strong concern that
this person would be trained in the area in which he
will be working and not be too oriented to University
program levels. He and Mr. Larson both agreed that the
proposed change would not be contrary to that concern.
Motion by Dr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried
without dissent that the clause suggested above be added
to the document.
Mr. Walsh asked if the members of the Advisory Board would
be serving at the pleasure of the Board of Regents. Mr.
Humphrey stated that they would be appointed by the Board
of Regents for specific periods of time.
Motion by Mr. Jacobsen, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried
without dissent that the necessary amendments be made to
the document to increase the Advisory Board members from
5 to 7 members (6 from the geographical area and the 7th
to be the State Superintendent of Public Instruction).
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, carried
without dissent that the document be adopted as amended.
Mr. Hug suggested that Mr. Larson, Mr. Lynch and Mr.
Humphrey be commended on the production of this document
adding that there has long been a need to provide a divi-
sion line between the educational areas.
22. Approval of Preliminary Plans, Interim Office Building, UNLV
President Zorn requested review by the Regents of the pre-
liminary plans for the Interim Office building. He noted
that this project was designed to relieve crowded condi-
tions on the UNLV Campus and would eventually be converted
to a shop area when sufficient faculty office space becomes
available in other new buildings on Campus.
Chancellor Humphrey noted that the architect had made re-
markable progress in the past two weeks in developing the
plans to this stage and had produced what appeared to be
a functional and attractive building. He recommended
approval of the preliminary plans as presented.
Motion by Mr. Jacobsen, seconded by Dr. Lombardi, carried
without dissent that the preliminary plans be approved as
presented.
23. Agricultural Research and Extension
Chancellor Humphrey recalled that in July 1968 the Board of
Regents voted to transfer administrative responsibility
for all non-DRI and non-agricultural research and extension
activities from the Chancellor to a Campus President. At
that time, because of opposition expressed by Dean Bohmont
to a transfer of Agricultural Experiment Stations and Co-
operative Extension Service, the Board instructed that
these two activities remain under the immediate supervision
of the Chancellor and that the organizational structure of
these programs be discussed at a later date. Mr. Humphrey
noted that although Dean Bohmont has been on leave since
August 1968 continuing discussions of this matter have been
held between President Miller, Dean Bohmont and Acting Dean
Earl Price. He asked President Miller and Dean Price to
comment on these discussions.
President Miller referred to copies of correspondence
between himself and Deans Bohmont and Price (filed with
permanent minutes). He noted that a consensus had been
reached among the 3 of them that administrative transfer
of these agricultural functions was feasible and desirable
and could be accomplished without disturbing the Statewide
mission of the organizations.
Dean Price concurred, and emphasized that agreement had been
reached, as indicated in the correspondence, and a transfer
of these functions will not adversely affect the operation.
Mrs. Knudtsen expressed concern, stating that she felt that
the Statewide function would be inhibited by having it
focused on the Reno Campus.
Chancellor Humphrey pointed out that all 3 Divisions of
the University are Statewide in function. He noted that
several of the research organizations, such as the Bureau
of Governmental Research, Nevada Mining and Analytical
Laboratory, Nevada Bureau of Mines, and Bureau of Business
and Economic Research are operating quite successfully on
a Statewide basis while residing on a Campus and reporting
to a Campus Officer. He suggested that the agricultural
organizations should continue to function as well as re-
porting to the President, UNR, as they do reporting to the
Chancellor. He added that in his opinion, the present
administrative structure has worked but not as well as
would be desirable.
Mr. Jacobsen asked if such a transfer would preclude an
eventual merging of Agricultural Extension with General
University Extension activities. President Miller stated
that a study of General University Extension is now being
conducted but at present there is not serious consideration
being given to merging of the two activities. He pointed
out that General University Extension is now operating as
a UNR activity and UNLV has been authorized to establish
its own extension division.
Dr. White expressed opposition to any transfer until Dean
Bohmont returns from leave. She also said she did not
like the idea of General University Extension being in-
volved.
Mr. Hug pointed out that the recommendation under discus-
sion did not involve General University Extension; it only
concerned the administrative structure of the Agricultural
Experiment Stations and Cooperative Extension Service.
Mr. Bilbray said he had received complaints about unfair
treatment of the southern part of the State and planned
to visit Logandale Experiment Station the next week to
investigate. He suggested that this matter be tabled
until after that visit.
Mr. Hug stated that he did not see any point in delaying
this matter when all of the administrative staff concerned
were in full agreement that the proposed transfer was
desirable and the matter had been fully explored by the
Board.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended that, in view of the agree-
ment among President Miller and Deans Price and Bohmont,
the administrative responsibility for the Cooperative Ex-
tension Service and Agricultural Experiment Stations be
transferred from the Chancellor to the President, UNR,
effective immediately.
Motion by Mrs. Knudtsen, seconded by Dr. Anderson, carried
with Mr. Bilbray and Dr. White opposing, that the above
recommendation be approved.
24. Program for Equal Employment Opportunity in the Cooperative
Extension Service
Dean Price stated that in conformity with requirements of
the U. S. Department of Agriculture, and in connection
with a major reorganization presently underway in the
south, the Cooperative Extension Services in all the States
are being asked to adopt programs to guarantee equal em-
ployment opportunity. Dean Price requested approval of a
document developed for Nevada in conformity with this
regulation (copy filed with permanent minutes).
Chancellor Humphrey stated that he had reviewed the docu-
ment, that it conformed with University policy, and he
recommended approval by the Board.
Motion by Dr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried
without dissent that the above recommendation be approved.
25. Status Report on Legislative Program
Chancellor Humphrey reported on the status through Wednes-
day, March 5, of the legislation of direct concern to the
University. His report in brief concerned the following:
A. Operating Budget Request - Hearings were held jointly
with Ways and Means and Finance Committees. All addi-
tional information requested has been supplied. No
additional hearings are scheduled.
B. Capital Improvement Request
(1) Chemistry Building, UNLV - enacted (Chapter 44,
1969 Statutes).
(2) Interim Office Building, UNLV - enacted (Chapter
43, 1969 Statutes).
(3) Revenue bond legislation - to be introduced by
Ways and Means.
(4) All other projects - hearings were held for Ways
and Means on both Campuses. Finance Committee
hearings have not been scheduled.
(5) AB 149 - creates Nevada Building Authority, now
in Ways and Means and will be amended to provide
more direct control of projects.
C. Fringe Benefit Legislation
(1) AB 310 (TIAA) - in Ways and Means. Hearing is
scheduled for 10 A.M., Wednesday, March 12. Ten-
tatively, Senate Finance will discuss all legis-
lation affecting State Retirement System on
Tuesday, March 18.
(2) Group Insurance - SB 281 - referred to Committee
on Federal, State and local governments.
D. Health Science Program (AB 130) - passed the Assembly
on February 17 and was referred to Senate Finance
Committee. No hearings have been scheduled; however,
it is hopeful the Committees will wish to schedule
such hearings soon.
E. SB 273 - omnibus bill concerning institutional names
and titles - in Committee on Education.
F. AB 395 - disposition of unclaimed property - in Judici-
ary Committee.
G. WICHE appropriation - no hearing scheduled.
H. SB 139 (Swobe Bill) outlawing of conduct in public area
which disrupts normal activities - passed Senate, in
Assembly Judiciary Committee.
A bill dealing with the same matter (SB 261), intro-
duced by Slattery, Fransway, Farr and Titlow, is in
the Senate Committee on Federal, State and local
government.
I. SB 181 - requires Board of Regents to permit radio
and television broadcasts of athletic events - is in
Senate Judiciary Committee.
J. SB 279 - creates Higher Education Student Loan Funds -
in Senate Finance.
K. SCR 18 - urged Washoe County Fair and Recreation Board
to permit use of Centennial Coliseum for local athletic
events - passed Senate, has been referred to select
committee of Washoe County Assemblymen.
L. AB 359 - imposes 2% room tax for benefit of University
- referred to Assembly Taxation Committee.
M. AJR 31 - proposes to amend Nevada Constitution by
requiring separate Boards of Regents for UNR-UNLV -
in Committee on Education.
N. AB 3 - adopts Uniform Anatomical Gift Act - in Senate
Judiciary Committee.
O. AB 564 - tax on unredeemed value of trading stamps
earmarked for Community Colleges - is in Assembly
Taxation Committee.
Randy Frew spoke of concern by some UNLV students over
the Swobe Bill. He said that it is considered an abridge-
ment of civil liberties and academic freedom and requested
the Board of Regents to oppose the bill.
Mr. Bilbray also urged the Regents to take a stand in
opposition of the bill or to suggest that it be amended
to define what consitutes interference with normal Uni-
versity functions.
Mr. Humphrey stated that, as requested by the Board, this
bill had been reviewed with the Chief Deputy Attorney
General and asked Dan Walsh to comment.
Mr. Walsh said that in the review of the bill, the only
thing that concerned him was the clause "which may inter-
fere with the ...". He suggested that it might be clari-
fied by changing it to read "which interferes with the
...". Otherwise, he said, this bill is merely a codifi-
cation of existing legislation.
President Miller pointed out that he had already publicly
supported the Swobe Bill on the basis that it places deter-
mination of action in the hands of the University rather
than in the hands of other agencies.
Mr. Zorn stated that he was not familiar with the bill,
but was concerned with the vagueness of legislation.
Mr. Bilbray moved that a resolution be sent to the Commit-
tee presently considering this bill requesting that the
words "may interfere" be removed and the word "interferes"
be substituted. Seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, carried without
dissent.
Mr. Hug noted that Mr. Ronzone had been unable to attend
the meeting but had called to suggest the Regents might
wish to discuss a bill which is proposed requiring that
Regents be appointed rather than elected.
Mrs. Knudtsen stated that she had originally felt that
much of the strength of the Board rested in the fact that
the members were elected; however, she said, the costs of
a campaign have caused problems. She said an appointive
Board might be freed from pressures that might incorrectly
influence them and might thus be better Board members. She
also suggested that if Board members were appointed, they
be appointed for longer than 4 years.
Dr. Anderson expressed similar views.
Mr. Bilbray stated that an appointed Board member would be
under pressure from the person who appointed him. He said
that he believed the Board should be subject to the will
of the people and added that he opposed an appointive
Board.
Dr. Driggs recalled that the Mc Henry Report had recom-
mended an appointive Board and that the Legislature itself
had approved a 1957 proposal for an appointive Board. He
pointed out that such a change would require a Constitu-
tional amendment but a change in the length of term of
office could be done by statute.
Mr. Hug stated that he has always been in favor of an
elected Board but he has become concerned that the Uni-
versity has been drawn increasingly into politics. The
University, he said, stands in danger of being politically
used.
Mr. Bilbray said he believed the University should be more
involved.
Dr. Lombardi said that it has always been his opinion that
one should forget one's political affiliations while
serving as a Regent and work for the students of Nevada.
Mr. Jacobsen stated that although the voters do make a
mistake at times, he still believed the elected Regent
was the more effective.
It was agreed that since the Board was divided in this
matter that action would not be appropriate and that each
Board member could express his personal opinion.
26. Confirmation of Advisory Mail Ballot on Performing Arts
Center
Mr. Humphrey noted that on February 19 an advisory mail
ballot had been transmitted to the Board concerning fund-
ing of the Performing Arts Center (filed with permanent
minutes) and the Board had been requested to respond to
the following:
I concur with the recommendation that an applica-
tion be submitted for Title I funds for the Physical
Sciences Project, Phase 2, UNR, and that the Ad-
ministration be authorized to request the Legisla-
ture to appropriate $334,962 to the Performing Arts
Project, UNLV, and that the appropriation requested
for the Physical Sciences Project, Phase 2, UNR, be
reduced by a like amount, contingent upon the success
of an application for Title I funding for the Physical
Sciences Project.
Mr. Humphrey noted that 9 affirmative responses had been
received and recommended that the Board take formal action
to confirm their mail ballott.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, carried
without dissent that the mail ballot be confirmed.
27. Planning, Programming, Budgeting Studies
Chancellor Humphrey stated that negotiations have been
underway for sometime for assistance from Rand Corporation
of Santa Monica, California, in the further development of
PPBS concepts for the UN System prior to the development
of the 1971-73 biennial budget (i. e., by early 1970).
Under the proposal presented by Rand Corporation, that
company will furnish consultation by experienced staff
to: (1) assist in the construction and implementation
of a program budget for the UN System, and (2) train key
UN System staff to carry this project forward.
Chancellor Humphrey recommended that the Rand Corporation
contract be approved, subject to approval as to form by
the Attorney General, and that $25,000 be transfered from
1-51-4056, Board of Regents Special Projects, to a special
account for this purpose.
Dr. Anderson stated that he believed this was moving in
the direction of being able to fully support budget re-
quests and moved that the Chancellor's recommendation
be approved. Motion seconded by Mr. Jacobsen, carried
without dissent.
28. Data Processing Center
Mr. Humphrey reviewed the recommendations of the 4 con-
sultants regarding the Data Processing Center. He noted
that the recommendations had been considered by the Ad-
ministration and that he, President Miller, Vice Chancellor
Mordy and Vice President Baepler all concurred that the
basic advice should be followed. In order to implement
the recommendations, Chancellor Humphrey proposed the
following course of action:
1. Transfer administrative control over all Data Proces-
sing units except the administrative processing unit,
UNR, to a new UNS Data Processing Center effective
July 1, 1969.
2. Transfer administrative control over the administra-
tive data processing unit, UNR, to the UNS Data
Processing Center as soon as the functions of that
unit can be effectively merged with the Data Proces-
sing Center; presumably not later than September or
October, 1969.
3. Employ a highly qualified Data Processing Administra-
tor from outside the UN System at the earliest pos-
sible date to assume responsibility for this new unit.
He would be directly responsible to the Chancellor
and his title would be Director, UNS Data Processing
Center.
4. Request the Legislature to appropriate monies for
the Data Processing Center for 1969-71 in a separate
functional category by removing the individual ac-
counts from the UNR and UNLV budgets in conformity
with the attached budget titled "Data Processing
Funding".
Mr. Humphrey requested comments by other officers of the
University.
Vice Chancellor Mordy said that he was delighted with the
recommendations of the consultants, noting that they are
in conformity with what Dr. Magwire had presented to the
Board in 1965; i. e., the need for central planning
authority. Mr. Mordy stated that the need for computing
has never been fully recognized at the University of Nevada.
It is, he said, important for general identification of
goals on a Systemwide basis and the general planning
function over a number of years is also desirable. Mr.
Mordy continued by stating that the success of the System-
wide computing operation hinges on the quality and status
of the person who is hired to plan and run the operation.
He estimated that computing will occupy a position as
great as the Library and he pointed out that in order to
give that person status, it was recommnded by the con-
sultants that he be given the title of Vice Chancellor.
Professor Mordy stated that he supported this recommenda-
tion by the consultants. He also recommended that the
computing operation be titled Center for Computing Sys-
tems. He added that he would like to make a plea that
the position and the Center be given a very high status
and that during the transition period there be as little
change as possible.
President Miller stated that he fully agreed with Vice
Chancellor Mordy and the recommendations of the consultants
should be followed, except that he did not agree that the
title of Director was unsuitable. He stated that he fully
supported the Chancellor's recommendations.
President Zorn stated that as best as can be assessed,
this proposal will be workable for UNLV and he would con-
sider it very important to move along to implementation.
Dr. Baepler concurred, adding that it offered an oppor-
tunity to do something very exciting in developing better
computing services. He stated that he was in full agree-
ment with the recommendation of the consultants. He also
cautioned that regardless of how well the Center functions,
it will be under constant criticism from all parts of the
University because of the nature of its work. He recom-
mended that the person who will be responsibile for the
computing operation be given a title which would clearly
indicate his level of responsibility. He added that, in
his opinion, the title of Director does not adequately
describe this position since the responsibilities will
be far greater than such a title would indicate.
Motion by Mr. Bilbray, seconded by Mrs. Knudtsen, carried
with Mr. Jacobsen opposing, that the title be designated
as Vice Chancellor for Computing Systems. Mr. Jacobsen
stated that he was opposed to the title of Vice Chancellor
because it carried the inference that he would be the
Vice Chancellor of the System and responsible in the
Chancellor's absence. He said he would prefer the title
of Director.
Dr. Anderson moved approval of the Chancellor's recom-
mendations as amended. Motion seconded by Mr. Bilbray,
carried without dissent.
Professor Mordy suggested that because of the problems
involved with transfer of the Computing Center from DRI
to the Chancellor's Office, the transfer be made im-
mediately. Chancellor Humphrey stated that he would
prefer that the transfer occur on July 1 under the new
budget. This delay would provide recruiting time. He
said, however, that he would be happy to work with both
Professor Mordy and Dr. Magwire on problems dealing with
the transition.
Upon motion by Mr. Jacobsen, seconded by Mr. Bilbray, discus-
sion of the International Education Act was added to the agenda
at Mrs. White's request.
Dr. White expressed concern about the International Educa-
tion Act, stating that if lack of funding continues the
Act will expire. She moved that a resolution by the Board
of Regents of the University of Nevada System be adopted,
urging members of Congress to fund as quickly as possible
the IEA in order to continue the fine relations it has
realized. She suggested the resolution be sent to appro-
priate committees of the House and Senate and to members
of the Nevada delegation.
Motion was seconded by Mr. Bilbray, carried unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 4:50 P.M.
03-06-1969