May 18-19, 1995
05-18-1995
Pages 1-33
BOARD OF REGENTS
UNIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM OF NEVADA
May 18, 1995
The Board of Regents met on May 18, 1995 in the Pine Auditorium,
Jot Travis Student Union, University of Nevada, Reno.
Members present: Dr. James Eardley, Chairman
Mr. Mark Alden
Mrs. Shelley Berkley
Dr. Jill Derby
Mr. Joseph M. Foley
Mrs. Dorothy S. Gallagher
Mr. Madison Graves, II
Mr. David L. Phillips
Mrs. Nancy Price
Mrs. Carolyn Sparks
Members absent: Mr. Daniel J. Klaich
Others present: Chancellor Richard Jarvis
President Anthony Calabro, WNCC
President Joseph Crowley, UNR
Interim President Rita Gubanich, TMCC
Interim President Kenny Guinn, UNLV
President Richard Moore, CCSN
President Ron Remington, NNCC
President James Taranik, DRI
Mr. Donald Klasic, General Counsel
Dr. Tom Anderes, Vice Chancellor
Dr. John Richardson, Vice Chancellor
Ms. Mary Lou Moser, Secretary
Also present were Faculty Senate Chairmen (or their representa-
tives) Scott Casper (UNR), Richard French (DRI), Chris Gaub
(Unit), Larry Hyslop (NNCC), Jerry Landwer (UNLV), Barbara
Nelson (CCSN), Richard Riendeau (WNCC), Linda Stettler (TMCC),
and Student Association Officers.
Chairman Eardley called the meeting to order at 9:10 A.M.,
Thursday, May 18, 1995, with all Regents present except Regents
Berkley, Derby, Foley, Gallagher, Klaich and Phillips. Dr.
Robert Wharton, DRI Vice President, attended the meeting until
President Taranik arrived later in the afternoon.
1. Introductions
President Crowley introduced newly elected Faculty Senate
Chairman Scott Casper, and newly elected GSA President
Julie Longtin.
Dr. Derby entered the meeting.
Interim President Guinn introduced newly elected CSUN
President John Pida, who introduced Joe Mills, CSUN Vice
President, and Pat Smith, CSUN Senate President.
UNLV GSA President Micki Winsett introduced newly elected
GSA President Ken Harlan.
Interim President Guinn introduced newly elected Faculty
Senate Chairman Jerry Landwer.
Interim President Gubanich introduced Faculty Senate Chair-
man Linda Stetter and re-elected ASTM President Toni Horne.
President Remington introduced newly elected Faculty Senate
Chairman Larry Hyslop, and announced that Vice President
William Bonaudi has accepted the presidency position at
Big Bend Community College in Moses Lake, Washington.
President Calabro introduced newly elected Faculty Senate
Chairman Rick Riendeau.
Vice President Robert Wharton introduced newly elected
Faculty Senate Chairman Richard French.
President Moore introduced newly elected ASCCSN President
Barbara Mc Millian.
2. Adoption of the Consent Agenda
Adoption of the Consent Agenda, identified as Ref. A, filed
in the Regents' Office, containing the following items:
(1) Approved the minutes of the regular meeting held
March 30-31, 1995.
(2) Approved to extend sick leave for John E. Maxfield,
Extension Area Specialist of Integrated Pest Manage-
ment at UNR.
(3) Approved emeritus status for the following:
A. Community College of Southern Nevada - President
Moore recommended approval of emeritus status
for Ken Hill, Emeritus Telemedia, effective im-
mediately.
B. University of Nevada, Reno - President Crowley
recommended approval of emeritus status for the
following:
Peter A. Krenkel, Professor and Dean of Engineer-
ing, Emeritus, effective July 1, 1995
Paul Macura, Professor of Foreign Languages and
Literatures, Emeritus, effective July 1, 1995
C. University of Nevada, Las Vegas - Interim Presi-
dent Guinn recommended approval of emeritus status
for Michael Mc Collum, Emeritus Dean of the Col-
lege of Fine and Performing Arts, effective June
30, 1995.
D. Desert Research Institute - President Taranik
recommended approval of emeritus status for James
W. Telford, Research Professor Emeritus.
(4) Approved the following recommendations for promotion
or assignment to rank:
A. University of Nevada, Reno - President Crowley
recommended the following promotion, effective
July 1, 1995:
Steven Wesnousky to Professor of Geological
Sciences, Mackay School of Mines
B. University of Nevada, Las Vegas - Interim Presi-
dent Guinn recommended the following promotion,
effective July 1, 1995:
*William Pankratius to Associate Professor of
Instructional and Curricular Studies, College of
Education
*Also recommended for Award to Tenure.
(5) Approved the following recommendation for tenure:
A. University of Nevada, Las Vegas - Interim Presi-
dent Guinn recommended award of tenure, effective
July 1, 1995, to the following:
*William Pankratius, Instructional and Curricular
Studies, College of Education
*Also recommended for Promotion or Assignment to
Rank.
(6) Approved the following hires with tenure at UNLV:
A. Approved tenure, effective July 1, 1995, for the
newly appointed Dean of the College of Liberal
Arts, Dr. Guy Bailey.
B. Approved tenure for Dr. Edward W. Chance as a
full professor in the Department of Educational
Administration and Higher Education, effective
August 21, 1995.
(7) The following recommendation for promotion or assign-
ment to rank has been forwarded for Board considera-
tion. This is an information item only, with Board
action scheduled for the June 29-30, 1995 meeting.
A. University of Nevada, Reno - President Crowley
recommends the following promotion, effective
July 1, 1995:
Jeanne Wendel to Professor of Economics, College
of Business Administration
(8) Approved changes to the Handbook, Title 4, Chapter
13, Parking and Traffic Regulations at TMCC, as con-
tained in Ref. C-8, filed in the Regents' Office.
(9) Approved changes to the Handbook, Title 4, Chapter
17, Section 12, Lombardi Recreation Building, UNR, as
contained in Ref. C-9, filed in the Regents' Office.
(10) The request for Handbook changes for Student Fees with
regard to Student Health and Accident Group Insurance,
UNLV was withdrawn.
(11) Approved the following Capital Improvement Fee Funds
from NNCC:
A. Approved authorization to utilize Capital Improve-
ment Fee Funds at NNCC in the amount of $25,000
for the following projects at NNCC:
Sidewalks around Child Center $10,500
Fencing, landscaping and miscellaneous
improvements $14,500
B. The Board of Regents previously approved the use
of $75,000 of NNCC's Capital Improvement Fee
Funds to supplement the roof replacement on
Lundberg Hall. After bid opening, it has been
determined that the $75,000 is no longer needed.
Approved authorization to use this $75,000 to
improve and remodel Berg Hall to accommodate
the Business Office and other administrative
offices.
(12) Approved the establishment of the Dallimore, Barnson,
Nakamura Endowment at UNLV. The endowment will gen-
erate funds for a scholarship for a student-athlete
in either football or baseball as outlined in Ref.
C-12, filed in the Regents' Office.
(13) Approved Handbook changes, Title 4, Chapter 17, Sec-
tions 15 and 16, Residence Hall and Food Service
Rates, UNR for the 1995-96 academic year. Ref. C-13
is filed in the Regents' Office.
(14) Approved Handbook changes, Title 4, Chapter 17, Sec-
tion 10, Student Fees, UNR, regarding student in-
surance policy, as follows:
Any student with 6 or more credits who is en-
rolled in the Student Health Center is eligible,
but is not required, to participate in supple-
mental insurance coverage provided by Blue Cross/
Blue Shield.
The Student Health Center offers a supplemental medi-
cal insurance policy for students which provides ad-
ditional coverage for referrals, hospitalization,
surgery, etc. UNR's current policy is with Blue
Cross/Blue Shield. The policy is up for renewal as
of June 30, 1995. The insurance rates for students
will be increased for the 1995-96 school year unless
certain changes are instituted. The current yearly
premiums are $396/$438 for annual coverage. UNR has
been assured that there will be a 0% rate increase
if an increase of the eligibility requirement to
students carrying 6 or more credits is adopted.
(15) Approved the following interlocal agreements:
A. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Attorney
General (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: Date of approval by Board of
Regents through March 22, 1998
Amount : $6000 maximum to UNR
Purpose : Expert Witness Program.
B. UCCSN Board of Regents/Nevada Cooperative Exten-
sion and the Nevada Division of Child and Family
Services (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: October 1, 1994 through Septem-
ber 30, 1995
Amount : $32,000 maximum to Cooperative
Extension
Purpose : Assessment of adolescent foster
youth independent living skills.
C. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Washoe County
Health District Health Department (Interlocal
Contract)
Effective Date: Date approved by Board, to be
reviewed yearly and renewed
automatically for successive
periods of one year
Amount : $24 per hour for each hour of
service time provided
Purpose : UNR's Orvis School of Nursing to
conduct several clinical public
health programs.
D. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Division
of Environmental Protection (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: June 30 through September 30,
1995
Amount : $40,000 to UNR
Purpose : UNR to provide data entry
services.
E. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Division
of Environmental Protection (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: August 31, 1995 to August 31,
1996
Amount : $236,841 to UNR
Purpose : Industrial Waste Prevention
Program.
F. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Division
of Environmental Protection (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: April 1, 1995 through December
31, 1996
Amount : $59,330 to UNR
Purpose : Nevada Farm Home*A*Syst: A
Water Quality Protection Program.
G. UCCSN Board of Regents/Nevada Cooperative Exten-
sion and the Nevada Division of Environmental
Protection (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: Date approved by Board, through
December 15, 1996
Amount : $26,227 to Cooperative Extension
Purpose : Rotational Crops for Soil Nitrate
Remediation Project.
H. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Division
of Environmental Protection (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: October 1, 1994 through September
30, 1995
Amount : $187,975 maximum to UNR
Purpose : Energy Analysis and Diagnostic
Program.
I. UCCSN Board of Regents/Nevada Cooperative Exten-
sion and the Nevada Division of Environmental
Protection (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: April 1, 1995 through December
31, 1996
Amount : $22,600 to Cooperative Extension
Purpose : Lake Tahoe Urban Storm Water
Quality Education Program.
J. UCCSN Board of Regents/Nevada Cooperative Exten-
sion and the Nevada Division of Environmental
Protection (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: April 1, 1995 through December
31, 1996
Amount : $28,064 to Cooperative Extension
Purpose : Reducing the impacts associated
with cattle grazing on a ripar-
ian area by employing alternative
grazing management strategies.
K. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Division
of Environmental Protection (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: April 1, 1995 through December
31, 1996
Amount : $30,000 to UNR
Purpose : Evaluating the efficacy of wet-
lands treatment operational
strategies to improve lower
Truckee River water quality.
L. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Division
of Wildlife (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: March 1, 1995 through September
30, 1996
Amount : $20,000 to UNR
Purpose : Enhancing survival of Lahontan
cutthroat trout in Walker Lake.
M. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada Division
Environmental Protection (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 1, 1995 through August 31,
1997
Amount : $300,000 to UNR
Purpose : Small Quantity Generator Program.
N. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada State
Department of Education (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: June 18 through June 24, 1995
Amount : $5180 to UNR
Purpose : UNR to provide lodging, con-
ference rooms and all other
necessary services for 30 par-
ticipants in the Nevada High
School Mathematics Institute
on June 18-24, 1995.
O. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada State
Department of Education (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: July 9 through 14, 1995
Amount : $4400 to UNR
Purpose : UNR to provide lodging, con-
ference rooms and all other
necessary services for 30 par-
ticipants in the Nevada High
School Mathematics Institute
on July 9-14, 1995.
P. UCCSN Board of Regents/System Computing Services
and Washoe County (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: Date approved by Board of Re-
gents, through June 30, 1995,
to be renewed automatically for
one year periods unless one
party notifies the other in
writing to the contrary
Amount : $3750 initially to Computing
Services, and then $7500 an-
nually thereafter
Purpose : System Computing Services to
provide connection to NevadaNet
to Washoe County Library.
Q. UCCSN Board of Regents/CCSN and Nevada Power
Company (Easement)
Effective Date: Date approved by Board
Amount : $1 to Board of Regents
Purpose : Easement for CCSN West Charles-
ton Campus.
R. UCCSN Board of Regents/UNLV-PD and the City of
Henderson (Interlocal Contract)
Effective Date: April 18, 1995 through April 18,
1997
Amount : None
Purpose : Use of Henderson's firing range
for firearms training and certi-
fication.
Mrs. Price moved approval to remove item 10 of the Consent
Agenda. Dr. Derby seconded. Motion carried.
3. Discussion on Handbook Changes, Student Health and Accident
Group Insurance, UNLV
Request had been made to approve changes to the Handbook,
Title 4, Chapter 17, Section 10, Student Fees at UNLV, as
contained in Ref. C-10 which is filed in the Regents' Of-
fice. However, Interim President Guinn requested that dis-
cussion be held to determine the feasibility. Vice Presi-
dent Robert Ackerman gave a brief background statement and
indicated that students and Governor Miller have recently
raised concern over this issue because of the implications
it posed regarding student financial aid. Dr. Ackerman
apologized to the members of the Board for the miscommunica-
tions that have resulted and stated that he would continue
working with all entities involved to resolve this matter.
After a lengthy discussion, Chairman Eardley suggested that
this item be withdrawn and brought back to UNLV's Adminis-
tration for resolution. Interim President Guinn agreed and
stated that he would speak to Dr. Carol Harter, President-
Elect, and follow-up on this issue with the Governor's Of-
fice.
2. Adoption of the Consent Agenda (continued)
Mrs. Price requested additional information on Item 13 of
the Consent Agenda, and President Crowley responded that
residence hall and food service rates are increased annual-
ly by the Board of Regents. The food service fee is deter-
mined by a complex formula that was built into the food
service contract, and is reviewed by a food service com-
mittee. The residence hall fee is determined by a long-
term plan that was developed 4 years ago to address main-
tenance, repayment of bonds, and contingency reserves for
maintenance. This fee is reviewed by ASUN student govern-
ment. President Crowley stated that if this item is de-
clined by the Board at this time, then the residence halls
would go to a "no maintenance" approach and would most
likely have to pay a large sum in the future to restore the
residence halls. If the food service rates are declined
then an alternative plan and contractual consideration
would have to be made.
Mrs. Price stated that if this is a long-term contractual
agreement, then it should have been included in the budget.
President Crowley responded that the Residential Life and
Housing is an auxiliary program that does not receive State
funding.
Mrs. Price stated that the Board has responsibility for the
budgets, including the auxiliary programs. She felt that
by bringing requests to increase student fees randomly does
not allow the Board to consider the entire framework. Mrs.
Price suggested that a policy be developed to address life
cycle maintenance. She did not feel that this item is any
different than the requests to increase student tuition and
fees.
President Crowley stated that this request is a customary
item that related to the cost-of-living increases, and the
item should not be a debatable item. That is the reason
for it being presented on the Consent Agenda.
Mrs. Berkley entered the meeting.
Mrs. Price requested the Chancellor and staff to prepare an
aggregate of the fee and tuition increases throughout the
System.
Chancellor Jarvis stated that the Council of Presidents has
agreed to a practice of bringing forth all fee increases at
the end of the academic year. Such items are proposed to
be brought forward in January or February of each year;
however, Chancellor Jarvis requested some flexibility with
this procedural change.
Mrs. Sparks stated that she did not feel that the Board
should be micro-managing such issues as maintenance and
did not feel it necessary to have the Presidents go through
this ordeal every meeting.
Mrs. Price stated that the issue is the role and responsi-
bility of the Board of Regents, whereas the budgeting proc-
ess is where the Board sets priorities in broad terms. In-
dividual budgets should be tied to programs, in which pri-
orities have been set, rather than augmenting the budget
after it has been approved.
Mrs. Price questioned why Item 12 regarding the establish-
ment of an endowment at UNLV was placed on the Consent
Agenda, and Chancellor Jarvis stated that he had received
this request from UNLV and it seemed like a straight for-
ward matter, so it was placed on the Consent Agenda.
Interim President Guinn stated that it probably should not
have been brought before the Board at this time. The
Board of Regents has implemented a policy regarding the
reporting of gifts and this should be reported at the end
of the year as per policy. Dr. Guinn explained that if an
approved continuing program, such as scholarships, receives
a gift(s) then it would be reported at the end of the year.
Mrs. Sparks responded that donors have become so fearful of
donating to UCCSN, and that this item was an attempt to
provide information to the Board so that the donor could be
assured that there were no problems with the donation. It
is a shame that this has backfired.
General Counsel Klasic stated that he would get back to
Mrs. Price with an explanation of the policy.
Mrs. Sparks moved adoption of the Consent Agenda, and ap-
proval of the prepared agenda with items as specified
throughout the meeting. Mr. Graves seconded. Motion
carried.
4. Chairman's Report
Chairman Eardley announced that he would like to complete
the Board agenda by this afternoon due to the budget hear-
ings that have been scheduled for the following morning.
The Chancellor, each President and the Chancellor's staff
will need to be in attendance for the budget hearings.
Therefore, the Foundation meetings and the workshop on
athletics has been postponed until a later date.
Chairman Eardley announced that the Regents' Reception
honoring the recipients of the Distinguished Nevadan Award,
Honorary Doctorate Degree, Honorary Associate Degree, Re-
gents' Creative Activity Award, Regents' Researcher Award,
Regents' Outstanding Students, and UNR President's Award
will be held this evening in the ASUN Auditorium, followed
by a dinner honoring Interim President Kenny Guinn.
5. Chancellor's Report
Chancellor Jarvis reported that recent media articles have
been published regarding the inauguration of President
Carol Harter. These releases have been misinterpreted by
the media. Inaugurations are routinely held to welcome a
new President to the institution and community it serves.
Chancellor Jarvis stated that he hoped UCCSN would embrace
this tradition and strongly encouraged all institutions to
follow this tradition.
Chancellor Jarvis announced that several representatives
from the State of Nevada higher education and K-12 educa-
tion will be attending SHEEO's Student Preparation Seminar
next week.
6. Information Only: Outstanding Faculty Recognition
At the request of the Board of Regents, each Faculty Senate
Chairman reported on the outstanding faculty achievement
for the institution. Ref. B is filed in the Regents' Of-
fice.
University of Nevada, Reno
Frank Hartigan
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Donna Weistrop
Northern Nevada Community College
Scott Bradley Hawkins
Mary Swetich
Desert Research Institute
Amy M. Dudenake
7. Information Only: Outstanding Students Recognition
At the request of the Board of Regents, each student govern-
ment officer reported on the outstanding student achievement
from the institution. Ref. C is filed in the Regents' Of-
fice.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Graduate Student, Andrew Feinstein
University of Nevada, Reno
Graduate Students, Jason Geddes, Jo Ann Coleman
8. Information Only: Outstanding Classified Employees
Recognition
At the request of the Board of Regents, each President re-
ported on the outstanding classified employees achievements
from the institution. Ref. D is filed in the Regents' Of-
fice.
University of Nevada, Reno
Adam Kremers
Dorothy Mc Cloud
Community College of Southern Nevada
Jesse Barela
Western Nevada Community College
Lano M. Vestey
System Administration
Sheri Shannon
9. Approved Resolution: Kenny Guinn, UNLV
Chancellor Jarvis presented the following resolution in
honor of University of Nevada, Las Vegas Interim President
Kenny Guinn:
RESOLUTION #95-5
WHEREAS, Dr. Kenny C. Guinn began his distinguished
career in educational leadership in 1969 as superin-
tendent of the Clark County School District, and
WHEREAS, Dr. Guinn has also been a prominent leader of
the Las Vegas business community, serving as Chairman
of the Board of Southwest Gas and Pri Merit Bank, and
Chairman of the Nevada Development Authority, and
WHEREAS, Dr. Guinn has served the University of Nevada,
Las Vegas in many capacities, as a major donor and as
Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the University of
Nevada, Las Vegas Foundation, and
WHEREAS, Dr. Guinn was uniquely qualified by virtue of
his professional experience and abilities to assume
leadership of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas as
its Interim President in May, 1994, and
WHEREAS, Dr. Guinn altruistically assumed this great
challenge and responsibility for an annual salary of
only $1, and
WHEREAS, Dr. Guinn tackled difficult and controversial
issues at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, worked
for sound fiscal management of the University, initiated
the development of a new financial management system at
the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, provided leadership
during the transition within the University of Nevada,
Las Vegas Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and
basketball program, and
WHEREAS, Dr. Guinn has played a key team role in the
current legislative session and in securing a strong
budget for the University and Community College System
of Nevada, and
WHEREAS, Dr. Guinn will leave the University of Nevada,
Las Vegas on a stable foundation of academic excellence
and athletic prowess; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Regents of the University and Com-
munity College System of Nevada commend Dr. Kenny Guinn
for his invaluable services as the Interim President of
the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and thank him on
behalf of the students, staff and faculty of the Uni-
versity of Nevada, Las Vegas, the University and Com-
munity College System of Nevada, and the State of
Nevada.
Interim President Guinn stated that it has been a great
experience and feels that it has made him a better person.
He stated that he has always supported UCCSN and will con-
tinue his support through the many individuals he has worked
with over the past year and expressed his appreciation to
all those persons.
Mrs. Berkley moved approval of the resolution honoring
Interim President Kenny Guinn. Mr. Alden seconded. Motion
carried.
10. Approved Interim President Appointment, UNLV
Approved the appointment of Dr. Ronald W. Smith as Interim
President at UNLV to serve from May 19, 1995 through June
30, 1995, at which time President-Elect Dr. Carol Harter
will assume office on July 1, 1995.
Mr. Alden moved approval to appoint Dr. Ronald W. Smith as
Interim President at UNLV to serve from May 19, 1995
through June 30, 1995. Mrs. Sparks seconded. Motion car-
ried.
11. Public Comment
Dr. Daniel Alejandro-Deleon, former Associate Professor of
Recreation, Physical Education and Dance at UNR, addressed
the Board with his concerns regarding the violation of civil
rights of a Native American (referring to himself), and the
presidential appointment of the Dean of the College of
Business Administration, which he felt was a Federal of-
fense. He distributed material to each Board member.
Mrs. Price thanked Dr. Alejandro-Deleon for coming forward
with his concerns and stated that she is hopeful that
through the Audit Committee personnel, policies can be
established that would reflect the Federal Government laws
and regulations.
President Crowley responded to the concerns raised by Dr.
Alejandro-Deleon. The presidential appointment of the Dean
of the College of Business Administration was conducted in
a professional manner and did not violate Federal law. UNR
Administration did agree that there were problems within
the Recreation, Physical Education and Dance Department at
UNR, but UNR does not practice firing employees for bring-
ing issues forward, as reported by Dr. Alejandro-Deleon.
Dr. Thomas A. Wright, Association Professor of Managerial
Sciences at UNR, and Dr. Laurie Larwood, Professor of
Managerial Sciences at UNR, addressed the Board regarding
concerns about the College of Business and Administration
at UNR. They distributed a letter which Dr. Wright read
to the Board and is filed in the Regents' Office. Dr.
Wright requested an agenda item be placed on the next Board
of Regents' agenda that is held in the Reno area.
President Crowley responded there are processes in place at
UNR to appeal decisions and there is a committee that is
now working on tenure and promotion issues. In addition,
the Faculty Senate conducts open meetings where faculty
concerns are raised and taken under consideration. The
UCCSN Code has not been flagrantly abused and UNR has fol-
lowed the policies of the Code.
President Crowley stated for the record, that Dr. Mike
Reed, Dean of the College of Business and Administration,
has performed an excellent job as Dean and has put the
College on the map. President Crowley stated that he
regretted that this matter has come before the Board and
assured the Board that UNR's Administration is willing to
discuss this further at the institutional level for resolu-
tion.
Mrs. Price stated that this matter is a Systemwide issue
which encompasses communication breakdown, decision making,
oversight, and lack of accountability. She stated that it
was very courageous for Drs. Wright and Larwood to come
forward and was hopeful that this issue would be discussed
by the Board in the future.
Mrs. Berkley requested that there could be an opportunity
for these individuals to speak to President Crowley and
that all avenues of process be considered before such an
item is placed on a Board of Regents' agenda.
Chancellor Jarvis stated that the documentation presented
takes strong exception to the process and should not be
addressed by the Board of Regents. Written documentation
will be presented regarding this issue.
Mr. Graves left the meeting.
12. Approved Union Contract, TMCC
Mr. Caesar Naples, consultant, presented a summary and re-
sults of the ratification of the Union Contract at TMCC
and recommended ratification of the collective bargaining
contract which TMCC faculty have already ratified. The
contract was presented to the Board for ratification. Ref.
E is filed with the permanent minutes.
Dr. Naples informed the Board that each entity reached a
good and fair first contract through negotiations while
establishing a process that would adapt to UCCSN's and
TMCC's specific circumstances and policies. The contract
recognized traditional rights for TMCC faculty and pre-
serves important prerogatives for the Regents and the UCCSN
Administration. He expressed his appreciation to a number
of individuals who were instrumental in concluding these
negotiations.
Mr. Alden moved approval of the Union Contract at TMCC.
Mrs. Sparks seconded.
Interim President Gubanich expressed her appreciation to
her fellow Presidents who have been sympathetic and emphat-
ic and have offered advice while staying out of the proc-
ess. She thanked the members of the Board of Regents for
allowing the process to occur. TMCC will be stronger and
more dynamic in servicing the students.
Chancellor Jarvis commended Interim President Gubanich who
showed exceptional leadership throughout this process.
Chairman Eardley expressed his appreciation to Dr. Gubanich
and TMCC's staff.
Mr. Graves returned to the meeting.
Motion carried.
Dr. Candace Kant, NFA President, commended the Board for
its action on this matter. It is an historical event and
an accomplishment. Although it was a long process, it was
also an educational experience. NFA looks forward to
working with the Board in a spirit of cooperation.
13. Information Only: Approved Legislative Update
Chancellor Jarvis and Vice Chancellor Anderes provided the
Board with an update on the UCCSN biennial budget and other
recent legislative activity. They reported that Senate
Bill 205, which provides approximately $7 million in one-
time funding for student financial aid, was awaiting the
Governor's signature and that the final budget hearings
on the UCCSN operating and capital budgets would be held
within the next two weeks. Chancellor Jarvis highlighted
and distributed handouts entitled "UCCSN Budget Request
Governor's Recommendations: Areas of Continued Need" and
"Priority Addbacks FY 95-97 -- Accountability/Quality
Requirements", which are filed in the Regents' Office.
Chancellor Jarvis emphasized the need to achieve both parts
of the distance education network and the equipment one shot
addbacks.
14. Information Only: Senate Bill 17, Higher Education Funding
Study
Vice Chancellor Anderes reported on the Higher Education
Funding Study requested through SB 17. Ref. F is filed in
the Regents' Office. He stated that the bill provides for
a Study of the Funding of Higher Education in critical
legislation which will help to determine how UCCSN is
funded in the future. He has spoken with the Council of
Presidents and the Business Officers with regard to this
piece of legislation.
Chairman Eardley reminded the Board that a study was con-
ducted several years ago to look at higher education fund-
ing, and questioned whether UCCSN has performed any of
the recommendations from that study. Dr. Anderes respond-
ed that most recommendations were followed, although there
are some outstanding issues that were not addressed.
Mrs. Sparks stated that she served on the committee that
studied higher education funding, and the formula funding
was created. However, UCCSN has experienced only one good
year of formula funding and then the other 3 years experi-
enced reduced funding and UCCSN was not fully funded.
Dr. Anderes stated that the bill calls for 9 voting members
and 5 non-voting members to serve on the study committee.
The committee tasks are straight forward, but will include
reviewing other educational systems throughout the country,
reviewing the formula structure, and reviewing UCCSN's
planning documents, such as the strategic directions, aca-
demic and physical master plans, goals and mission state-
ments. UCCSN needs clarification of its budgeting process.
The committee will need to make judgements that will affect
UCCSN in the future, not the past or the present. The find-
ings of the committee will be reported to the 69th Session
of the Legislature.
Dr. Anderes noted that technological change which includes
the different methods of delivering services through tech-
nology are not being addressed in the current formulas.
However, this issue should be brought forth to the commit-
tee for a full discussion. Other issues such as this
should be brought forward to the Legislature at this time
so that they can be included in the committee's directions.
Staffing to the committee will be determined by the Legis-
lative Counsel Bureau, although the Chancellor's staff is
certainly willing to work with the committee.
Mr. Alden stated that he would like to serve on the commit-
tee.
Mrs. Price stated that the Board of Regents has an unusual
structure of autonomy, therefore UCCSN must look at the
role and responsibility of the Board of Regents as it
deliberates on the issue of funding.
The open meeting recessed at 11:50 A.M. and reconvened at 12:30
P.M. Thursday, May 18, 1995 with all Regents present except
Regents Foley, Gallagher, Klaich and Phillips.
15. Approved Presidential Evaluations
At the March 30-31 Board of Regents' meeting, Chancellor
Jarvis outlined a proposed set of principles and procedures
for evaluation of the UCCSN Presidents. In this model, the
Chancellor will conduct a comprehensive presidential evalua-
tion process which will consist of an annual review of per-
formance achievements and a periodic evaluation to be con-
ducted at the end of the 3rd year of an initial multi-year
contract and at intervals of no longer than 5 years after
these. This extensive periodic evaluation of each Presi-
dent will incorporate input from and eventually be reported
to the Board. The Chancellor presented a formal proposal
to revise the presidential evaluation model described in
the Handbook and distributed materials which are filed in
the Regents' Office.
Mrs. Price stated that her preference would be to use the
original timing of evaluations and felt that the legisla-
tive sessions should not hinder the process. Mrs. Sparks
disagreed and stated that since Nevada does not have annual
legislative sessions the presented timetable is much more
workable and logical.
Mr. Graves moved approval of the presidential periodic
evaluation process as presented. Dr. Derby seconded.
Motion carried.
Chancellor Jarvis highlighted the Annual Review of the
Presidents and indicated that this process will begin
immediately. He has already requested the Presidents to
start on this process by preparing two documents: one
that will form the basis for review of the President's
performance achievements during the current year; and
one establishing the President's performance program for
the upcoming academic year. The Annual Review is just a
part of the review process and the Performance Program is
another which outlines the objectives the President ex-
pects to accomplish during the next academic year. The
Performance Program will form the main basis on which the
President will be evaluated in the future.
Chancellor Jarvis indicated that if he should see a major
problem with any President, he would request a Closed
Session with the members of the Board to discuss the issue.
16. Information Only: Principles for System Senior Staff
Evaluations
Chancellor Jarvis presented the principles for evaluations
for System senior staff.
Chancellor Jarvis noted that the Board of Regents has two
direct staff members, the Chancellor and the Secretary of
the Board, with the Secretary of the Board also reporting
to the Chancellor. He proposed that the Chancellor would
review the annual evaluation of the Secretary of the Board,
with the possibility of the Board conducting a Closed
Session with the Secretary of the Board. The same presi-
dential evaluation methodology would be used in evaluating
the Chancellor's Office staff who report directly to the
Chancellor. The Chancellor will meet with each member of
the Board on each member of the Chancellor's Office staff.
He has requested the staff to submit a self-evaluation
report for 1994-95 and a performance program for 1995-96
by June 15 and will conduct interviews with Regents by
July 15.
Dr. Derby thanked Chancellor Jarvis for the well-constructed
proposals, but suggested that a Closed Session be held an-
nually on the Secretary of the Board. She felt it would be
easier to make this a part of the regular protocol, than to
call for a special Closed Session. Regents Alden, Price
and Graves agreed.
Chairman Eardley stated that he has been working on the
Chancellor's evaluation process and it will be presented
to the Board for information at its June meeting and action
at its September meeting. He has requested Vice Chancellor
Richardson to help with this task because of his years of
experience as a former Chancellor. He stated for the
record that Chancellor Jarvis has not been involved with
this process.
The Chancellor was directed to proceed with the proposed
process.
17. Information Only: Report on Revenue Bond for Student
Housing, UNLV
President Guinn gave a status report on the revenue bond
for student housing at UNLV. In 1992 revenue bonds in the
amount of $7.5 million were sold. UNLV has been making
payments on $3.2 million of that issue. $4.3 million has
been set aside for Greek housing on the UNLV Campus, which
has not been built, nor will be in the foreseeable future.
Therefore, there is no income stream from which the pay-
ments were to be made. Some land leveling has been done
at the site. $4.2 million of that issue was sold at 6.4%
interest and has been invested at from 2.5% to 3.5% over
the last few years. Negative arbitrage has gone up to
$300,000 to $400,000.
To solve the problem, UNLV has been looking at all avail-
able funds. The bonds are for student services and can
only be used for housing, and the law would need to be
changed in order to transfer these bonds to a workable
category which has an income source.
Senate Bill 117, for parking facilities, allowed UNLV to
use the remaining dollars for parking. A parking garage
will be built and fees will be charged; however, there
will be no income stream until this is in operation. This
$3 million needs to be $4.1 million; therefore, $1.1 mil-
lion from student services was moved to this area. The
plans are for $3 million to go to the student union, $1.5
million for residential life, and $470,000 for maintenance
reserves.
Vice Chancellor Anderes stated they would be working with
Bond Counsel to develop an annual tracking system for
these bonds. Chancellor Jarvis stated that with this
tracking system the Presidents will be held accountable
and will be evaluated each year.
Vice President Robert Ackerman stated they had 4 strong
commitments to build Greek housing, plans were drawn, but
had to be downsized. The University Park was for sale and
would have been less liability for Greek housing; however,
UNLV was unable to negotiate a buying price.
18. Approved Vice President for Academic Affairs Position, DRI
Approved the establishment of the position of Vice President
for Academic Affairs (VPAA). Ref. I is filed in the Re-
gents' Office.
President Taranik explained that while Dr. Bill Bishop
served as Vice President of Research the functionality of
that position included academic affairs. However, since
the hiring of Dr. Robert Wharton as Vice President for
Research, the position has turned its focus towards busi-
ness development, while an Associate Vice President focuses
on academic affairs. President Taranik stated that DRI
would like to formalize the position of Vice President for
Academic Affairs.
Mr. Alden moved approval of the establishment of the posi-
tion of Vice President for Academic Affairs at DRI. Mr.
Graves seconded. Motion carried.
19. Approved Senior Administration, CCSN
In January 1995 the Board approved the senior administra-
tion consolidation/promotion plan. President Moore reported
on the action taken by the College and made personnel recom-
mendations to the Board.
President Moore explained that when he arrived in mid-
October there were several senior administrative openings.
The Vice President for Academic Affairs had passed away in
June, the Vice President for Student Services had announced
her retirement effective June 1995, and the Foundation
Director announced that he had accepted another position
in the Las Vegas community.
In reviewing these openings with the Faculty Senate leaders
and with the College Administrators, CCSN also reviewed the
existing instruction Division structure of Deans. It was
agreed that instead of instructional responsibilities being
carried out by 3 Deans working on 3 different Campuses,
dealing with one aspect of the College's instructional
program, CCSN should instead have one person on each Campus
who would be accountable for all instructional, student
services, custodial and security measures. CCSN agreed to
call this person a "provost". Further it was agreed that
it would be wise to conduct national searches for all of
these administrative openings.
After the Board of Regents unanimously approved the Col-
lege's new reorganization plan in January, CCSN initiated
national searches for all of the senior administrative
positions.
In consultation with Chancellor Jarvis, President Moore
recommended the following persons for senior administra-
tive positions at CCSN, effective May 22, 1995:
Robert Silverman, Vice President, Academic Affairs
William Kelly, Vice President, Student Services
Laura Clontz, Executive Director of Development and
CCSN Foundation
Ronald Meek, Provost, Henderson Campus
Candace Kant, Interim Provost, West Charleston Campus
Frazine Jasper, Interim Provost, Cheyenne Campus
For information only, President Moore announced the follow-
ing personnel who are being reassigned effective May 22,
1995:
Arlie Stops, Associate Vice President for Admissions
and Records
Orlando Sandoval, Associate Vice President for Planning
and Campus Sites
Thomas Brown, Associate Vice President for Human
Resources
Mr. Alden moved approval of the personnel recommendations
presented by President Moore. Mrs. Sparks seconded.
Mrs. Price stated that she appreciated the public relations
effort which President Moore has instituted for CCSN in
the Clark County area.
Mrs. Price questioned the Executive Director position.
She indicated that she has read the minutes of the CCSN
Foundation and has noted some concern regarding the supple-
mental pay for that position. She requested specific in-
formation on the salary and how it would be paid. President
Moore stated that the recommended salary is in the $60,000
range. The CCSN Foundation has received a grant of $100,000
from the Lindsey Foundation. The recommendation of the CCSN
Foundation is that a portion of the grant be given to the
Board of Regents for reimbursement on salary.
Mrs. Price requested assurance from General Counsel Klasic
that the intent of the Foundation is fund raising and
whether this allocation is appropriate. General Counsel
Klasic stated that the established process is intended to
work in this manner, wherein the Foundation donates the
money to the Board of Regents, and the Board of Regents,
through the institution, pays the salary of the individual.
Mrs. Price stated that technically that is how it is sup-
posed to work, but the principle that you do not serve two
masters along with the idea that the Foundation is specif-
ically targeting an individual, did not seem right. Gen-
eral Counsel Klasic stated that the Ethics Commission did
not feel that this was a problem. Certainly, if the Ethics
Commission found a conflict with this process, it would
have indicated it in the opinion they issued involving a
UNR matter. Mrs. Price was referring to the IRS Code
whereas the fund raising is tax deductible, and then
specified to an individual, as opposed to a position, and
that designation being made prior to the Chancellor from
one organization to another. General Counsel Klasic
stated that he was not a tax lawyer, but to his knowledge
there was no problem.
Mrs. Sparks commended President Moore for the job he has
performed since his arrival which is allowing CCSN to
move forward.
Motion carried.
20. Approved Expenditure Authority for Tuition and Fee
Collections, UNR
The University of Nevada, Reno is projecting additional
revenues generated through increased tuition dollars. The
University seeks the Board's permission to increase the ex-
penditure authority and to seek Interim Finance Committee
approval to spend the additional fees. Vice Chancellor
Anderes stated that the projections made in 1992 were
based on an enrollment projection that considered non-
resident and good neighbor students, and allowing for an
anticipation of increases. However, there was a decline
in non-resident enrollments, even though there were in-
creased costs in California. As a consequence, it has
left approximately $800,000 in additional fees.
Mr. Alden left the meeting.
Mr. Graves moved approval to increase the expenditure
authority and to seek Interim Finance Committee approval
to spend the additional fees at UNR. Mrs. Sparks seconded.
Dr. Derby requested clarification in that these fees were
not discussed during the tuition and fee increase discus-
sions, and Vice Chancellor Anderes responded that this
additional funding is not identified until the Spring
semester and cannot be carried over to the next fiscal year.
UNR is seeking authority to spend this funding prior to
the close of the fiscal year.
Mr. Alden returned to the meeting.
President Crowley reported that if approved this expendi-
ture would be spent on one-shot projects. He noted that
this is not an uncommon request. The excess student fees
must have approval from the Interim Finance Committee to
augment these funds.
Motion carried.
Regents Foley and Gallagher were brought into the meeting by
telephone hook-up.
21. Approved the Resolution: Line of Credit for Lied Athletic
Complex, UNLV
At its February 1995 meeting, the Board approved UNLV to
obtain a Line of Credit of up to $1.75 million for the
completion of the Lied Athletic Complex at UNLV.
Approved a resolution (Resolution #95-6) for the loan as
submitted by Mr. John Swendseid, Bond Counsel. Bids were
opened on May 11, 1995, and Mr. Swendseid recommended the
Board to award the bid to Bank of America at a 5.05% in-
terest rate on $1.75 million.
Mr. Alden moved approval of the resolution for the Line
of Credit loan of up to $1.75 million for the completion
of the Lied Athletic Complex at UNLV. Mr. Graves seconded.
Mrs. Price opposed; Mr. Foley abstained.
Mrs. Price stated that she opposed the item because there
is no policy on Line of Credit loans.
Motion carried.
22. Discussion of Open Meeting Law Litigation
The Board of Regents considered the Open Meeting Law lawsuit
recently filed against it by the Attorney General and its
potential responses to the suit, together with a review and
consideration of the Board's role in the suit as a litigent.
General Counsel Klasic distributed a prepared briefing
paper which is filed in the Regents' Office.
General Counsel Klasic emphasized that this would be a
public discussion about a lawsuit and advised the members
of the Board to exercise caution on facts of the case and
opinions regarding the case. He announced that there was
a representative from the Attorney General's Office presnt
at the meeting.
Mr. Klasic reviewed his briefing paper and stated that the
Board could either settle or defend the case. Litigation
has just begun and there is a great deal of work to be
done. In his review to date, he had determined that some
things specified in the law suit did not occur. He has
given his opinion that there was no meeting, no polling
and no action was taken. It is his opinion the Attorney
General is trying to expand the meaning of the term "meet-
ing" beyond its intended scope. In 1977 major amendments
were proposed which could have expanded the term of the
meeting, however they were not adopted. One paragraph of
the law referring to electronic communications and the
spirit of the Open Meeting Law is very vague, because you
have to guess what is meant by the term "spirit of the Open
Meeting Law". And finally, it appears the Attorney General
is attempting to punish First Amendment privileges. Mr.
Klasic stated that the Board is not obligated to take action
at this time.
Mr. Foley stated that he felt the Board should defend this
lawsuit because in his opinion it is absurd. He stated
that he was very much in favor of and very protective of
the Open Meeting Law. However, because of the content
of this suit be felt the Regents should defend with due
dispatch.
Mr. Alden presented a handout, which is filed in the
Regents' Office, listing his solutions.
Mrs. Berkley stated that she had received an unsolicited
facsimile at her office, and she did not see how that
constituted a violation of the Open Meeting Law. She
suggested a workshop on the parameters of the Open Meeting
Law from the Attorney General's Office.
Mr. Graves stated that he felt this was a perception prob-
lem. He stated that he did respond to the facsimile he had
received and questioned whether he would be in violation
of the law. He related that since he has been on the Board
of Regents he was unaware of any polling that has taken
place. He stated that he did not feel the expense was
worth fighting the litigation although the Board could
probably win the case. He felt that clarification should
come from the Legislature on the Open Meeting Law.
Dr. Derby stated that a facsimile was sent to her and she
was not home at the time, and questioned whether that was
a violation of the law.
Mr. Phillips entered the meeting.
Mrs. Sparks stated that she felt this was an attempt to
stifle the communications of the members of an elected
board. She agreed that a workshop would be helpful.
Mrs. Gallagher stated that she did not feel there was a
violation; however, there are many ambiguities in the law.
She cited the accusation of two Board members discussing
an item which might be construed as a violation of the law.
She suggested that the Board might work on some possible
clarification in time for the 1997 Legislative Session.
Mr. Graves moved to proceed with the settlement but not
admitting to any guilt. Motion died due to lack of second.
Chancellor Jarvis stated that a newspaper article had
questioned his responsibility in this matter. However, he
was not questioned directly. He advised the Board that he
seeks advice from his staff, but ultimately he is the one
responsible.
Mrs. Gallagher suggested that General Counsel continue
with negotiations and advise the Board at a future meeting.
Mr. Phillips stated that there should be no admissions to
actions nor a plea of guilt, and that there are many am-
biguities in the law. This is an open meeting and the Board
should cease discussion and let General Counsel perform his
job.
Mr. Phillips moved to table the discussion. Mrs. Berkley
seconded.
Mr. Klasic advised that no action was necessary at this
time. If no action was taken, he would automatically
defend the suit.
Regents Foley and Gallagher, taking part by telephone, were dis-
connected at this time.
23. Approved Land Transfer, CCSN
Approved a State Land Transfer from Mental Hygiene/Mental
Retardation to Community College of Southern Nevada for
expanded programs in Horticulture at CCSN. Property has
been operating as a nursery and has existing facilities.
Ref. G is filed in the Regents' Office.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of the State Land Transfer from
Mental Hygiene/Mental Retardation to CCSN for expanded
programs in Horticulture at CCSN. Mr. Phillips seconded.
Motion carried.
24. Approved Conceptual Plans for Rural and Urban Site
Acquisition, CCSN
A preliminary presentation for Rural and Urban Site Acquisi-
tion and Facilities Master Plan was presented by President
Moore and staff via a slide presentation. President Moore
stated that over the next two to three years specifics to
this plan would be brought before the Board for considera-
tion.
Mr. Alden left the meeting during the slide presentation.
Dr. Derby approved the conceptual plans for Rural and Urban
Site Acquisition and Facilities Master Plan for CCSN. Mr.
Graves seconded.
Dr. Derby commended President Moore and staff for their
vision of long-range planning.
President Moore responded to questions and stated that he
is hopeful with the increase in population in the area
that the Cheyenne Campus would be open during evenings
and weekends to serve more students.
Mr. Graves stated that he has met with President Moore and
staff, and noted that CCSN has the ability ot get land at
little or no cost to the System. Because of his famili-
arity with the growth patterns in Clark County, Mr. Graves
stated that much consideration and detail has gone into
this project, and he commended Dr. Moore and staff.
Mrs. Price commended Dr. Moore for his work on this project,
but indicated that there is not any criteria set by the
Board on multi-site institutions, although she has been
assured that it is being developed. She requested that
an item be placed on a future agenda to discuss this very
issue. She requested that this item be postponed until
a discussion is held on the criteria for Community College
sites.
Motion carried. Mrs. Price opposed.
25. Approved Lease of West Charleston Property, CCSN
Approved authorization to lease property (approximately
1 1/2 acres) on CCSN's West Charleston Campus for 99 years.
General Counsel has reviewed the lease and consensus on
language and terms have been reached. Ref. H (filed in
the Regents' Office), "Exhibit B", of the lease summarizes
the service provided in lieu of a dollar lease arrangement.
The 10,000 sq. ft. facility will be built entirely by the
radio station and will house a National Public Radio sta-
tion in Southern Nevada. The State will be asked to sup-
port the facility in its funding formula for operations.
The building is not expected to be complete until 1997.
President Moore explained that the lease arrangement will
closely parallel that of KNPB's with UNR and that CCSN
will benefit from the co-location in a number of signifi-
cant ways. The station will identify its CCSN location
every 30 minutes, will provide a forum for guest and
faculty speakers, and will serve as a training facility
for communication studies.
Mr. Alden returned to the meeting.
Chairman Eardley relinquished the gavel to Vice Chairman Graves
during the presentation, then returned and resumed the gavel.
Mr. Alden move approval to lease property (approximately
1 1/2 acres) on CCSN's West Charleston Campus for 99 years
to house a National Public Radio station. Dr. Derby
seconded. Motion carried.
26. Information Only: Bank Loan, DRI
On March 31, 1995 the Board of Regents approved the Desert
Research Institute's request to seek a bank loan for the
construction of a high altitude atmospheric research labora-
tory. The Board of Regents also appproved, in substantive
form, the loan resolution at that time declaring that the
loan be a bank "qualified tax exempt obligation."
On April 12, 1995 the Desert Research Institute solicited
proposals from 15 banks operaing in Nevada. The responses
from the banks were due on April 27, 1995, and 4 proposals
were received. As a result of the competitive bid process,
DRI entered into a 20-year bank loan with Pioneer Citizens
based upon the criteria established in the request for a
bank loan.
27. Report and Recommendations of the Ad Hoc WNCC Presidential
Search Committee
A report and recommendations of the ad hoc WNCC Presidential
Search Committee were made by Regent Jill Derby, member.
Dr. Derby reported that the Committee has narrowed the ap-
plicant pool from 26 to 9. One of the 9 candidates is un-
able to visit WNCC during the scheduled interview period
(May 22-23, 1995), therefore, the semi-finalist pool con-
sists of 8 candidates.
Mrs. Price indicated that she was very pleased with the
search process and noted that the concerns that were
raised have been addressed by the Committee and its Chair-
man.
Mr. Gordon Gochnour, CCSN Assistant to the President, will be
retiring and presented a poem to the Board of Regents capturing
his memories from his employment with the System.
28. Report and Recommendations of the Ad Hoc TMCC Presidential
Search Committee
A report and recommendations of the ad hoc TMCC Presidential
Search Committee were made by Regent Madison Graves, member.
The candidate pool has been narrowed to 16 with 13 candi-
dates agreeing to remain in the search process. Background
checks are in process on these candidates and the next
scheduled meeting is for May 26, 1995.
29. New Business
Mrs. Berkley reported that UNLV students have raised con-
cerns regarding the student loan programs contained in the
Federal budget. It is important to keep these programs in
the budget and encouraged those to write letters in support
of keeping these programs to allow for access of students
to higher education through these viable programs to
Nevada's congressional delegations.
Mrs. Berkley stated that she had received a telephone call
from a faculty member regarding testimony on the nuclear
dump site in Nevada. She previously made a statement that
a faculty member had testified in favor a nuclear dump
site in Nevada. Since that time, she has learned that the
faculty member did not testify in favor of a nuclear dump
site but was giving scientific information during the
testimony. Mrs. Berkley stated that she will formally
correct her statement to the faculty member.
CCSN Faculty Senate Chairman Barbara Nelson expressed her
appreciation to the members of the Board in their hiring of
Dr. Richard Moore as CCSN's President. He has been a
"breath of fresh air" for CCSN.
30. Approved Moving Item from the Academic, Research and Student
Affairs Committee
The Academic, Research and Student Affairs Committee meeting
was cancelled by the Chairman of the Board; however, it was
brought to the attention of the Board of Regents that an
item posted on the Academic, Research and Student Affairs
Committee agenda needed Board consideration for meeting a
publication deadline for the UNLV general catalog.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval to move Academic, Research and
Student Affairs Committee agenda Item 3 to the main Board
of Regents' agenda for discussion and action. Mr. Alden
seconded. Motion carried.
31. Approved M. S. in Transportation, UNLV
Approved the M. S. in Transportation, as contained in Ref.
ARS-3.
The proposed program will provide an opportunity for stu-
dents with backgrounds in non-Engineering disciplines to
complete a master's degree in Transportation. It is planned
as an outgrowth of an existing M. S. in Engineering degree.
The primary difference between the current and proposed
program is that the Transportation students will be limited
to enrollment in Transportation Engineering courses which
do not have the same prerequisites as other Engineering
courses.
There is a demand in Southern Nevada for individuals with
a graduate degree in Transportation. This program would
provide the opportunity for individuals who do not have
Engineering backgrounds to receive advanced training specif-
ic to transportation systems.
It is estimated that up to 10 students would be enrolled by
the 4th year. No new resources are needed to implement the
program, as it is primarily a regrouping of existing courses
offered under the M. S. in Engineering. This degree was
identified as a priority in UNLV's academic master plan.
Mr. Graves moved approval of the M. S. in Transportation at
UNLV. Mr. Alden seconded. Motion carried.
32. Report and Recommendations of the Audit Committee
A report and recommendations of the Audit Committee were
made by Regent Carolyn Sparks, Chairman.
Mrs. Sparks stated that the Committee recommended approval
of 3 items:
1) To extend the Deloitte & Touche contract until June 30,
1955.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval to extend Deloitte & Touche's
contract until June 30, 1995. Dr. Derby seconded.
Mr. Alden reported that the Audit Committee had met on
this issue and had a lengthy discussion at that time.
He stated that he was concerned with the change in ex-
ternal audit firms when UCCSN had had a long and pro-
fessional working relationship with Deloitte & Touche.
He noted that Deloitte & Touche's Managing Partner,
Bill Hartman, had read into the record of the Audit
Committee meeting that he felt that UCCSN was in viola-
tion of the process of changing external auditors. With
that in mind, Mr. Alden questioned whether the remaining
audit would be carried out by Deloitte & Touche with
vigor and with a smooth transition.
Mr. Hartman responded that he posed that question to
the Audit Committee for their consideration. He stated
that Deloitte & Touche will conduct the audit in a pro-
fessional manner and will meet all time requirements.
In addition, they will make every effort for a smooth
transition with the audit firm Coopers & Lybrand.
Motion carried.
2) To award a contract to external audit firm Coopers &
Lybrand for fiscal years 1966, 1997 and 1998, beginning
July 1, 1995.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval to award a 3-year contract
to Coopers & Lybrand, external auditing firm, beginning
July 1, 1995. Dr. Derby seconded.
Mrs. Sparks noted as a point of clarification for the
members of the Board that although the Deloitte & Touche
contract expires June 30, 1995, the external audit is
for this current fiscal year and the firm works a year
behind.
Mr. Alden expressed his appreciation to Deloitte &
Touche for their many years of service to UCCSN.
Upon questioning, Mrs. Sparks gave a brief historical
background on the action taken by the Audit Committee,
the concerns raised by members of the Board, and the
selection process for an external auditing firm. She
encouraged the Board to accept the Audit Committee's
recommendation to award the contract to Coopers &
Lybrand. She stated that there is not dissatisfaction
with Deloitte & Touche, but it was strongly suggested
that it was time to change firms. The Board of Regents
approved this concept and in November approved the
Audit Committee to seek bids for an external auditing
firm.
Mr. Graves stated that he still had reservations in
the hiring of Coopers & Lybrand because they did not
have a Reno office and the employees that would be
servicing Northern Nevada would be from California. He
also raised the concrn that there is no offical bid
process at this time to make this recommendation to the
Audit Committee.
Mrs. Sparks questioned if not the staff, then who should
make this type of recommendation to a lay Board? Mr.
Graves agreed that the staff should develop the Request
for Proposal, but should not rank their recommendation.
Mrs. Sparks stated that the staff made it known that
their recommendation was based strictly on the response
to the RFP.
Dr. Derby stated that the staff are the experts and the
Board should take under advisement their recommendations
to the Board. The Audit Committee has been assigned
this function and she would be supporting its recom-
mendation.
Mrs. Sandi Cardinal, Director of Internal Audit, stated
that from the Board of Regents' perspective it was
questioned whether UCCSN was getting the best services
and it was determined that a fresh perspective is neces-
sary. Therefore, it was determined that contracts
would be offered to external auditing firms for a 3-year
period. This time period allows for both the UCCSN
staff and external auditing staff to become familiar
with UCCSN and would ensure that UCCSN is receiving
the best services possible. With regard to the bidding
process, Mrs. Cardinal stated that it is not required,
but is a good process to follow.
Vice Chancellor Anderes commented on the responses to
the RFP and noted that it was clearly evident that
Coopers & Lybrand would offer the best services to
UCCSN.
Mr. Phillips recommended that the Board of Regents
continue its contract with Deloitte & Touche.
Motion carried upon roll call vote:
Ayes: Regents Alden, Derby, Graves, Price, Sparks,
Eardley
Nays: Regents Berkley, Phillips
Absent: Regents Foley, Gallagher, Klaich
3) To accept the OMB Circular A-133, Single Audit Report
Year Ending June 30, 1994.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval to accept the OMB Circular
A-133, Single Audit Report Year Ending June 30, 1994.
Mr. Alden seconded. Motion carried.
4) To approve the following audit reports and recommenda-
tions:
Consolidated Students of the University of Nevada, Las
Vegas, UNLV
Rebel Yell, UNLV
Continuing Education, UNR
Scholarship Office, UNR
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of the above listed audit
reports and recommendations. Mr. Alden seconded.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 4:35 P.M.
Mary Lou Moser
Secretary of the Board
05-18-1995