June 20-21, 1996
6-20-1996
Volume 71 - Pages 210-251
BOARD OF REGENTS
UNIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM OF NEVADA
June 20-21, 1996
The Board of Regents met on June 20, 1996 in Rooms 302-304,
Stillwater Hall, Western Nevada Community College, Fallon Campus.
Members present: Mr. Madison Graves, II, Chair
Mr. Mark Alden
Ms. Shelley Berkley
Dr. Jill Derby
Dr. James Eardley
Mr. Joseph M. Foley
Mrs. Dorothy S. Gallagher
Mr. Daniel Klaich
Mr. David L. Phillips
Mrs. Nancy Price
Mrs. Carolyn M. Sparks
Others present: Chancellor Richard S. Jarvis
General Counsel Donald Klasic
Assistant General Counsel David Hintzman
Vice Chancellor John Richardson
Vice Chancellor Tom Anderes
President Joseph N. Crowley, UNR
President Carol Harter, UNLV
President Richard Moore, CCSN
President James Randolph, WNCC
President Ronald Remington, GBC
President James Taranik, DRI
President Kenneth Wright, TMCC
Secretary Mary Lou Moser
Also in attendance were Faculty Senate Chairs Peggy Urie, UNR;
John Sagebiel, DRI; Larry Hyslop, GBC; Nancy Master, UNLV; Joanne
Vuillemot, CCSN; Richard Stewart, WNCC; Becky Seibert, System
Administration; Linda Stetter, TMCC. Student Government leaders
were also present: Dan Oster, UNR; Aaron Rosenthal, UNLV;
Suzanna Hernandez, ASCCSN; Karen Ronk, ASB, GBC; Jennifer Lee,
ASTM; Lea Williams, USA, WNCC; Victoria Briscoe, GSA, UNR; and
Joyce Marshall, GSA, UNLV.
Chair Madison Graves called the meeting to order at 4 P.M. with
all Regents present; Mr. Alden was present by telephone from Las
Vegas.
1. Introductions
The following introductions were made: President Moore,
CCSN, ASCCSN President Suzanne Hernandez and Faculty Senate
Chair Joanne Vuillemot. DRI President Taranik introduced
Faculty Senate Chair John Sagebiel. President Harter, UNLV,
introduced Faculty Senate Chair Nancy Master, GSA President
Joyce Marshall and Graduate Student Cladie White. President
Crowley introduced Faculty Senate Chair Peggy Urie.
2. Chair's Report
Chair Graves stated he has been on the Board 3 1/2 years and
through AGB and other conferences it has been gratifying to
learn that the UCCSN System is on the cutting edge in higher
education. He pointed out that 3 Regents present represent
almost 37 years of service and they will be leaving the
Board at the end of the Year (Regents Klaich, Foley and
Sparks). One of the Regents, Dan Klaich, has served 13
years. Mr. Klaich sent a letter to the Chair and to Regent
Shelley Berkley, Chair of the Academic, Research and Student
Affairs Committee, touching on a number of issues. The
letter will be sent to all Regents with the thought that by
addressing these issues, UCCSN can lead the way in higher
education. Several of those issues were being addressed at
this meeting; others will need further study. (Copy of
letter on file in Regents Office.)
Chair Graves thanked President Randolph and his staff for
hosting the Board meeting at the Fallon Campus.
Dr. Derby proposed that a session, or 1/2-day retreat, be
scheduled with the 3 Regents in order to give them an oppor-
tunity to share thoughts with the rest of the Board. Mr.
Graves agreed and suggested that the newly elected Regents
be included in the session.
Mr. Klaich stated this was his first trip to the Fallon
Campus, found the Campus "absolutely stunning" and thanked
them for hosting the meeting.
3. Approved the 1997-99 Tuition and Fees Recommendations
Approved the recommendations from the Chancellor's Tuition
and Fee Advisory Committee which had been presented to a
joint meeting of the Academic, Research and Student Affairs
Committee and the Finance and Planning Committee in April.
During early May, the Chancellor held hearings on the Com-
mittee recommendations with UCCSN students in the north and
the south, as well as meeting with selected student groups
as requested by them. The Chancellor reviewed with the
Board the Committee recommendations and proposed that the
Board adopt the suggested tuition and fee policies and set
the resulting tuition and fee levels for 1997-99 as contain-
ed in Ref. B filed with the permanent minutes.
Chancellor Jarvis stated that the Tuition and Fee Advisory
Committee consisted of Presidents Harter, Remington and
Randolph, and students Glenn Booth, Venu Reddy and Barbara
Mc Millian. The Committee met 3 times between January and
April, briefed the Academic, Research and Student Affairs
and the Finance and Planning Committees both at the begin-
ning of the process and again at the point the Committee
made the initial set of recommendations.
The recommendations are:
(A) The Board review its current policy regarding the de-
liberation about tuition and fees and consider a new
policy that would set the level of registration fees
in relation to levels of inflation as measured by the
Higher Education Price Index (HEPI) with a ceiling
tied to either 25% of the cost of education and/or
the median of the WICHE peers. Tuition levels for
non-resident students would be set in relation to the
cost of education.
(B) Current funds from previous fee increases dedicated to
student access and to student support services and
equipment continue to be dedicated to those purposes.
(C) The Board review and reconsider its policy on dedicat-
ing 1/2 of all future fee increases to student access.
The Board may wish to consider altering the policy so
that, for example, it is tied to State contributions
to financial aid, or so that it sets a target for ap-
propriate amounts of financial aid.
(D) The Committee recommended the following Fee and Tuition
levels for 1997-98:
1997-98 1998-99
Registration Fees
Community College $ 38.00 $ 39.50
University Undergraduate 66.50 69.00
University Graduate 90.00 93.00
Non-Resident Tuition (per year)
Community College $3,519.00 $3,838.00
University 5,435.00 5,770.00
Good Neighbor Tuition (per credit)
Community College $ 19.00 $ 20.00
University Undergraduate 64.00 75.00
University Graduate 76.00 97.00
Part-Time Non-Resident Tuition (per credit)
Community College $ 19.00 $ 20.00
University Undergraduate 64.00 75.00
University Graduate 76.00 97.00
All non-resident student (part-time and full-time) and
Good Neighbor students pay per credit registration fees
in addition to tuition levels.
The Chancellor pointed out that the above recommendations
will maintain Nevada's low tuition status. Dr. Jarvis asked
the Regents to consider not only the fees but the process of
developing those fees. He explained that at the present
time the process begins over every year, while this process
will allow students time to plan for increases.
A lengthy discussion followed. Mrs. Gallagher reminded the
Board that UCCSN has many times faced this issue and voted
not to make increases only to have the State Legislature
include a large increase for student fees when making ap-
propriations to the System. She agreed that this process
would allow the Board to determine tuition increases system-
atically. Dr. Derby agreed that this was a modest recom-
mendation but it only "ratchets up" the fee and questioned
whether anything could be done more economically and the
Board not have to raise the amounts.
President Crowley responded that this was a very reasonable
concern but that the Campuses are very aware and do cut
costs. He suggested the Board might like to ask for such
a report from the Campuses.
Student Government President Aaron Rosenthal read a letter
from Dan Oster, President of ASUN at UNR, concerning the fee
increases. He commended the Chancellor for including stu-
dent input from the very beginning of the process. Mr.
Rosenthal, speaking on behalf of CSUN, stated that fee in-
creases are always painful for the students, but understood
the increase is needed on each Campus. He spoke in favor
of this proposal as being reasonable and that the new proc-
ess would allow students to plan for future increases.
Mr. Foley asked where the increased fees are distributed.
President Crowley responded that a portion of the fee goes
into dedicated areas and a portion goes to access funds for
students. The practice at UNR and other Campuses is that
discussions are held with the students to determine where
the funds would be spent. Mr. Foley suggested that in
budget presentations to the Governor and Legislature this
be pointed out.
Mr. Alden moved approval of the recommendations as present-
ed. Mrs. Gallagher seconded.
Ms. Berkley questioned what would happen if the Governor (or
Legislature) did not feel the amount to be realized by the
increases was as large as thought necessary. Chancellor
Jarvis stated that he felt this policy would let them know
that UCCSN is complying with the situation with a positive,
regular planning process which is modest and responsible.
Motion carried on roll call vote:
Aye: Alden, Eardley, Foley, Gallagher, Phillips,
Sparks, Derby
Nay: Berkley, Klaich, Price
Chancellor Jarvis asked whether the Board would be interest-
ed in an alternative to the access funds policy. Mr. Klaich
stated he felt that dedicating increases to access funds
just squeezes the middle income families as they end up pay-
ing for others to go to school. Dr. Derby stated she felt
just the opposite and cited Nevada's poor record of access.
She related that if the amount was triggered to what the
State does for access (financial aid) that she would con-
sider the possibility of changing the policy. Mr. Graves
directed the Committee to further review the problem and
report back to the Board. Mrs. Gallagher and Ms. Berkley
agreed that there is a need for flexibility with the in-
crease in funds. President Wright stated that he was a
"low tuition advocate" and cited that TMCC has a waiting
list of 700 single mothers for a program which would take
them off welfare. Each Campus has many unmet priorities.
Dr. Wright stated that what the Chancellor had presented
was the agonizing discussions held by Presidents on how
to move the institutions forward and still address quality
issues when there is inadequate funding. Many choices must
be made, the Campuses share the burden and asked the stu-
dents and the State to each pay a part.
Mr. Klaich stated that at the last Board meeting he had
asked for any information or summaries of cost containment
programs underway at any of the institutions and had re-
ceived nothing from anyone. He stated he did agree with
Dr. Derby that Regents need to know what is going on and
to know what happens in the area of program review, and
know what happens in the cases of cost containment. He
suggested the Board might wish to have a policy to obtain
this information so that members could be comfortable in
discharging their duties to oversee the full budgetary
process.
Mr. Graves directed the Chancellor to continue reviewing the
tuition access fund policies and report to the Board at a
future meeting.
Mr. Alden left the meeting.
4. Approved a School of Law At UNLV
Approved the report for a School of Law at UNLV and directed
the Chancellor to incorporate it into the Biennial Budget
Request for 1997-99. Chancellor Jarvis stated that he has
felt from the beginning that the time is right for a School
of Law, that Nevada could and should support a School of
Law, and this has been an exciting enterprise to embark
upon. Going through the budget building exercise the
Council of Presidents and the staff had had to wrestle with
the priorities for the System. There are many good and im-
portant things to do in this State and the decisions have
been difficult. The Chancellor stated he had made his posi-
tion clear to the Council of Presidents and wished it for-
mally on the record. The Chancellor related that the im-
portance of this proposal for UNLV is so overwhelming that
it becomes a System priority, and in his opinion the number
one System priority, as an enhancement or new initiative
for this budget request. Continuing, he stated that there
are going to be occasions when a single Campus proposal is
of such overwhelming importance that it must be identified.
The Council of Presidents have given their complete and
enthusiastic support of that position. Chancellor Jarvis
thanked his colleagues for their courageous position.
President Harter thanked the Chancellor and the Presidents
for their support stating that she was very much aware that
such a decision does not come easily when it does not have
a direct and positive impact on their own institutions. She
stated the present society is litigious and is a society
based on the best defenses and the best sense of legal pro-
tections. There will be lawyers in Nevada. Presently there
are some 4400 lawyers certified and who have passed the
Nevada Bar to practice in the State. Whether anyone wishes
it or not, there will be more lawyers in Nevada because of
the incredible complexity and growth of the State and the
City of Las Vegas.
Dr. Harter stated that there are 4400 lawyers in Nevada and
none of them have been trained in Nevada. The issue is who
is going to train the practicing lawyers and those who ob-
tain legal education for other kinds of jobs? Will it be
Nevadans or someone else?
President Harter related that since 1973 the Regents and the
Legislature have stated that, if created in Nevada, the Law
School would be located at UNLV. Over the years, there have
been 4 feasibility studies, 3 Legislative actions and many
academic master plans that have included the creation of a
Law School. The State Legislature in 1995 appropriated
$500,000 to update a feasibility study and to do an imple-
mentation study. The cost for these 2 studies was much
less than that amount.
A Statewide Advisory Board has been created, Chaired by Ms.
Frannie Forsman, Federal Public Defender. Keith Schwer,
UNLV Center for Business and Research, updated the feasi-
bility study, which is largely economic and growth issues
(study on file in the Regents Office). Dr. Anthony Santaro,
founding Dean of Roger Williams Law School in New Jersey,
prepared the implementation study (filed with the permanent
minutes).
The 2 factors that most determine the number of lawyers in
a region are the growth of the population and growth and
complexity of the economic context in which the population
exits. Nevada is one of only 2 states including Alaska
that does not have a law school. As for population, Nevada
is a rapidly growing State with projections for continued
growth. The current population is 1.5 million and is pro-
jected for 2000 to be 1.83 million and for 2010 to be 2.32
million. The national average ratio for lawyers is 1 lawyer
per 313 people. Nevada has 1 lawyer for 340 people. Using
those figures, the population alone will demand an addi-
tional 973 lawyers by 2000, and an additional 1442 by 2010.
Who will educate them?
Economic growth is as startling. In 1991 Nevada had a $22
billion personal income and is projected to go to $35.3 bil-
lion in 2000 and $46.7 billion in 2010. Using that measure
of growth there will be a demand for new lawyers: 2000-2101
new lawyers, and 2010 an additional 1900.
The 500 Nevadans currently attending law school out-of-state
spend $11 million on law schools in those other states at
private and public Universities. These students all pay
out-of-state tuition, and there are restrictions on the
number of out-of-state students who may attend. More than
260 Nevadans have taken the LSAT for 3 out of the last 4
years. According to each of the consultants, a law school
in Nevada would stimulate the number of these applications.
Nevada has .48% of the population, but only .03% of those
who are pursuing law school training.
A video was presented of 3 students currently enrolled in
law schools out-of-state giving their perceptions of law
school opportunities and what it would have meant to be
able to attend a law school in Nevada.
Dr. Harter continued her report, discussing student demand.
Of the 22-year old cohort, nationally 1.5 to 2.5% go to law
school. This is used as a possible range for the tradi-
tional law student; Nevada, then would project 323-539
potential applicants. Using the projection of 323, there
would be a possible applicant pool of 240-255 full-time
applicants, and 130 part-time applicants.
Two models were used in projections: 1) Full-time students
only, and 2) Full-time and part-time students, which ap-
pears to be preferable for a School in Las Vegas. Using the
430 projected from population growth and adjusting downward
to 340, and taking 12% for the mixed full- and part-time
school, and of that group who apply somewhere, 80% of them
will apply to UNLV because it is in-state and a relatively
less expensive option, and using only a 50% figure, the
first year (1998), 72 in-state students would enroll. Also
using a very conservative estimate, only 2-3 out-of-state
students would enroll in the first year. Using these pro-
jections, after 8 years enrollment would stabilize at 513
FTE students, or 220 part-time and 365 full-time students.
That would be the largest numbers for the School to ensure
quality. For a law school, a full library and administra-
tion staff and faculty are required in order to teach an
accreditable school program; therefore, if fewer students
are enrolled the cost benefit is not effective.
Dr. Harter related that there will be many partnerships and
relationships with the legal community. Internships, clerk-
ships and practicum experiences would be available to stu-
dents, and students would be placed in areas particularly
related to public service where they are now not available.
Scholarly commentary would critique and respond to the
judicial practice and the making of law in Nevada. Research
in the support of legal reform would be centered at the
School, and continuing education for attorneys would be
provided. The School would work with the Judicial College
in Reno in sharing and exchanging opportunities in continu-
ing legal education which would be very enriching.
Ms. Frannie Forsman, President of the Nevada Bar and Chief
Federal Public Defender in the District of Nevada, stated
that the Advisory Committee is diverse by both north and
south: 2 Federal judges and 2 State court judges, 3 current
members of the Board of Governors of the State Bar and 1
former member of the Board of Bar Examiners, 3 former Pres-
idents of the Clark County Bar, the current sitting United
States Attorney, the current Federal Public Defender, Bill
Boyd and representatives of the 4 most prestigious law firms
in the State. Ms. Forsman stated that all members of the
group are enthusiastically and strongly in support of the
Law School. The Nevada Bar feels that if there is a law
school in Nevada that it should be at a State institution
where the quality of the graduates can be guaranteed. Ms.
Forsman stated she had dedicated most of her 20 years of
practice to the representation of the poor, and her 6 years
on the Board of the Bar to ways of looking at reducing cost
and increasing access to justice for the poor and moderate
income population. The existence of a law school in Nevada
will increase access to justice for these 2 groups. Law
students would be used in clinics, pro bono programs, but
would also have an impact on having lower fees.
Ms. Berkley moved that the Board of Regents endorse the
report for a Law School at UNLV and directed the Chancellor
to incorporate the School of Law in the UCCSN 1997-99 Bien-
nial Budget Request. Ms. Sparks and Mr. Phillips seconded.
Mr. Harter continued that the proposal calls for the first
class to begin in the Fall 1998. Recruiting a Dean will
begin immediately upon approval of the School by the Board
and appropriations from the State Legislature next June.
Other administrative staff including Assistant Deans and a
Librarian would also be hired immediately. Provisional
certification is obtained as soon as possible and is antici-
pated by the year 2000 so that all graduating students would
be able to sit for the Nevada Bar. It is anticipated that
the School would be housed in a renovated building being
vacated by the current Library. This would probably take
place in 2001. UNLV would seek permanent accreditation at
the earliest possible moment. The proposal is for the model
using full- and part-time students. Special electives for
a UNLV School would be in gaming, entertainment, mining and
water law. It is felt these areas would allow extraordinary
market advantages world-wide for UNLV.
In-state tuition would be in the range of $5000-$7000 and
between $10,000-$14,000 for out-of-state students. The cost
for the first biennium would be between $4.5 and $4.75 mil-
lion, plus some private donations. A full Library, which
costs $2-$2.5 million is required to start and for provi-
sional accreditation. It will cost $725,000 per year there-
after. Projection for the building renovation in the
Dickinson Complex is about $10 million and would be request-
ed in the 1999-2001 period. Prior to that, the School would
be housed in current facilities. (See report filed with
permanent minutes for several models of projected costs.)
In conclusion, Dr. Harter presented a video of Dr. Anthony
Santoro, outlining the needs and process for beginning a
law school, and encouraging support of the school.
Dr. Harter related that there has been support from the
community in the form of private donations and there is a
guaranteed commitment of $6.5 million in private funds
being raised now. Some of this will be used for the Li-
brary, but it is hoped that most will be used for endowed
Chairs and to provide scholarships for students. The
Architecture students at UNLV have provided two different
renderings for the renovation of the building on the Campus.
Dr. Nancy Master, Faculty Senate Chair, stated many faculty
are very enthusiastic about the Law School. Many feel this
School would provide a chance for many to enhance their
education not only in the law, but would also assist them
in other endeavors.
Mr. Foley complimented Dr. Harter on the presentation. Dr.
Harter explained that many of the part-time students would
be attending classes 2-3 evenings a week and the Library
will have the very latest in technical equipment for use of
students. Mr. Foley suggested that someone review the tech-
nical facilities at the Kent School of Law at the University
of Chicago and the evening school at the University of San
Francisco.
Joe Laxague, Student Senator at UNLV, stated that students
in general are very excited about having a Law School and
feel that this will increase the prestige and future value
of any degree awarded from UNLV. And being able to attend
Law School in Nevada is a most attractive option for stu-
dents.
Mr. Klaich commended Mr. Foley, who bears a proud name in
the legal community, for keeping the concept alive during
his entire tenure on the Board.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Graves stated that Mr. Alden had submitted a signed
statement in support of the Law School at UNLV.
President Moore stated that CCSN very much supports a Law
School and commended Dr. Harter and her staff for their
efforts. It is felt this will help CCSN's students in
their career endeavors, and will be a major gain for UCCSN.
5. Approved Salary Schedules for 1996
Approved the salary schedules as contained in Title 4, Chap-
ter 3, Section 22, which had been updated to include the
1996-97 cost-of-living increase of 3% adopted by the 1995
Nevada State Legislature. Ref. A is filed in the Regents
Office.
This action adjusts only the salary schedules and means that
employees who receive the 3% cost-of-living increase remain
at the same position relative to the current salary ranges
approved by the Board. The movement of an individual pro-
fessional staff member within a range is then accomplished
only by a merit or equity adjustment.
Additional changes to these salary schedules beyond the
cost-of-living adjustment are not recommended at this time.
As studies of data from peer institutions continue, addi-
tional proposals of changes may be brought to the Board at
a later date.
Ms. Berkley moved approval of the salary schedules for
1996-97 as presented. Mrs. Gallagher seconded. Motion
carried.
6. Information Only: Institutional Executive Officers' 1996-97
Salaries
In accordance with Board Policy, Handbook, Title 4, Chapter
3, Section 23.4, the 1996-97 salaries for institution Exec-
utive Officers other than the President were reported to
the Board for information only. Salary recommendations for
Deans are made by Campus Vice Presidents and approved by
the President; and recommendations for Vice Presidents are
made by the Campus President and approved by the Chancellor
(with the exception of the DRI Vice President for Finance
and Administration, who is recommended by the DRI President
and approved by the Board Chair). (List of salaries on file
with the permanent minutes.)
7. Information Only: Executive Salary Recommendations
In accordance with Board Policy, Handbook, Title 4, Chapter
3, Section 23.4, the Chancellor presented his recommenda-
tions for 1966-97 salaries for Presidents and System Ad-
ministration Executive Officers. These recommendations
include the 3% cost-of-living allowance funded by the Nevada
State Legislature as well as merit increases where appropri-
ate based on the Chancellor's evaluation of performance.
Action will be taken at the August meeting.
The meeting recessed at 6:30 P.M. and reconvened at 8 A.M. on
Friday, June 21, 1996 with Regent Graves, Eardley, Gallagher,
Foley, Sparks and Price present.
8. Information Only: UCCSN 1997-99 Biennial Budget Request
Chancellor Jarvis related that several presentations would
be made on items which would appear as part of the Biennial
Budget Request.
Regents Klaich, Derby and Berkley entered the meeting.
Ms. Karen Steinberg, Deputy to the Chancellor for Planning,
presented a report on financial aid. She stated that the
most recent data on financial aid awards is for 1994-95.
A complete report will be made to the Board in the Fall.
(Handout on file in the Regents Office.) A total of 35,836
awards were made Systemwide in 1994-95 for a total of $77
million. $36 million of that was for loans, or 46% of the
total awards made. Student employment amounted to $17 mil-
lion, or 22%; grants totaled $11 million or 15%; scholar-
ships totaled $9 million or 12%; and grants-in-aid totaled
$4 million or 5% of the total amount.
The source of over 1/2 of total financial aid funds is the
federal government, with the State of Nevada providing 19%
of the total funds. The largest federal programs are loan
programs. 88% of funds awarded on a need-based criteria
are federal funds. Private donors (14%) and institutional
funds (9%) were the source of 23% of total dollars awarded.
The largest private and institutionally supported programs
are scholarships programs. 4% of funds awarded on a needs-
based criteria are private or institutional funds. Nevada
State government was the source of 19% of total funds
awarded. 8% of funds awarded on a needs-based criteria
are State funds. A total of $3 million was awarded as
student access aid in 1994-95 and 80% or $2.4 million are
based on need.
For the 1997-99 Biennial Budget, approximately $6.8 mil-
lion will be requested for scholarships each year and $5.6
million per year will be requested to continue the 1-shot
appropriation from the last biennium, for a total of $12.4
million.
Vice Chancellor Tom Anderes reported that there will be a
request for $15 million for technology in the budget re-
quest. The Chancellor's Computer Policy and Planning Com-
mittee has made the following recommendations:
The System supports the migration of services to the
Campus level; the System supports uniform and measured
implementation leading to a relational data base en-
vironment.
The first system to be converted will be Finance (CUFS)
and must be fully implemented by July 1, 1999.
System Computing Services will be maintained for all
administrative systems as long as there is institutional
need and processing is cost effective.
There will be no systems conversion at the institutional
level without appropriate coordination with the System
and there will be strict adherence to Systemwide proto-
cols, data definition and schedules.
The extent to which the System can migrate fully into
the new environment will be dependent on the funding
that is available through the Systemwide and institu-
tional technology funding.
The 1997-99 Biennial Budget Request will be connected to
a 7-year technology plan that envisions the implementa-
tion of the Finance system in the first 3 years (by
July 1, 1999); the Human Resources system in the next
2 years (by July 1, 2001); and the Student Information
system in the final 2 years (by July 1, 2003) of the
7-year plan.
The System Computing Center staff will continue to
provide appropriate programming and maintenance func-
tions in support of the existing systems and will be-
come fully trained to provide services in the new
environment.
Each of the institutions will require additional staff-
ing, equipment and operating expenses to fully realize
the benefits of the new computing environment.
Dr. Anderes explained that the System is beginning the proc-
ess of moving some of the services now provided by Computing
Services to the Campuses. The next step is appointing the
team consisting of Campus and Computing Center employees to
develop an RFP for the equipment needed to convert to a new
system. A good portion of the request is for approximately
50 personnel for the Campuses. The System will have overall
responsibility for computing although a good portion of com-
puting will be transferred to the Campuses. WNCC and GBC
want to remain with Computing Services as they are now.
TMCC is better staffed but still does not have enough per-
sonnel. The Universities and CCSN want to do more on their
own in the computing area.
Mr. Van Weddle, Director of Computing Services, explained
that nationally, there is about a $50 billion problem with
computing in the year 2000 inasmuch as most systems are
based on the last two digits of the year. Nevada's problem
will amount to about $30 million to correct.
Mr. Weddle reported that financial applications will run at
the System level and be controlled by the System. However,
the Campuses want to run the same data but there is a need
to provide additional reports for internal administrative
needs from these data. Mrs. Gallagher, who has fought the
legislative battle for several sessions to obtain funding
for UCCSN technology, explained that she had been very con-
cerned with reverting services to the Campuses; however,
after meeting with Mr. Weddle and learning that the System
will coordinate the process, she feels this request is
reasonable.
Vice Chancellor Anderes added that the phase-in plan which
has been developed will allow for checking on how each
phase actually is working out. In answer to a question
from Dr. Eardley, Dr. Anderes stated that as the plans
develop it may be better to move some of the central com-
puting employees to a Campus. Those kinds of decisions
will be made at a later time as work progresses.
Dr. Anderes continued that the $15 million is one piece of
the request and that there are other amounts in the budgets
for technology which could be drawn upon if the full $15
million is not appropriated.
Chancellor Jarvis discussed enrollment projections for UCCSN
stating that the growth in high school graduates in Nevada
is 5% per year. The target for UCCSN is to increase enroll-
ment growth by 5% to maintain access for these high school
graduates. Each Campus sets a target for enrollment growth,
there have been enrollment hearings on each Campus with the
appropriate people responsible to see that these targets are
met, and agreements have been reached between those Campuses
and the Chancellor for the targets they have established.
Growth rates for each Campus will vary. The Campuses' abil-
ity to meet their targets for 1996-97 will be the key to
persuade the State to fund the UCCSN for the biennium.
Dr. Jarvis explained that the 1996-97 enrollment budgeted
is for 37,070 FTE, which means less than a 1% increase in
enrollments needed to meet the commitment to the State for
the 1995-97 biennium. The target set for the System for
1996-97 is 38,721 or an increase of 5.2%. Projections have
been made for 1997-98 at 40,594 FTE or a 4.8% increase, and
for 1998-99 the projection is for 42,644 FTE or 5.1% in-
crease.
Chancellor Jarvis asked that suggestions for UCCSN-sponsored
legislation be submitted to him in order that bill drafts
be presented for Board consideration at the August meeting.
Mrs. Price asked whether UCCSN would be requesting a funding
study again this session. Chancellor Jarvis stated that
such study could also be done without legislation and would
require a major review of funding including technology.
Mr. Alden entered the meeting.
9. Approved the 1996-97 UCCSN Operating Budget
Approved the 1996-97 UCCSN Operating Budget which contains
State appropriations approved by the 1995 Legislature, and
the Self-Supporting Budgets for 1996-97. Vice Chancellor
Anderes pointed out that the State Appropriation for 1996-97
was $311.7 million, which is a 6.6% increase over 1995-96.
That amounted to a 6.3% increase in General Fund Revenues
and a 7.4% increase in Other Revenues.
Mr. Graves left the meeting; Dr. Derby accepted the gavel.
Dr. Anderes related that the Self-Supporting budgets are for
activities that rely generally on revenues from sources oth-
er than the State, and typically are for such activities as
residence halls, intercollegiate athletics, continuing edu-
cation, events centers, book stores, student unions, etc.
The budgets presented require funding of $118 million, which
is a 19% increase over 1995-96.
Combined, the State and Self-Supporting budgets for 1996-97
total $429.7 million or a 9.7% increase over 1995-96.
Mr. Klaich moved approval of the 1996-97 UCCSN Operating
Budget. Mrs. Gallagher seconded. Motion carried.
10. Approved Appointment of Vice President, GBC
Approved the appointment with tenure of Dr. Betty Elliott
as Vice President for Academic Affairs, effective July 1,
1996. In accordance with policy, Chancellor Jarvis has
approved a salary of $83,258.
Mrs. Gallagher approved the appointment with tenure of Dr.
Betty Elliott as Vice President of Academic Affairs at GBC,
effective July 1, 1996. Mrs. Sparks seconded. Motion
carried.
11. Approved the Appointment of Senior Vice President, CCSN
Approved the appointment of Dr. Robert Silverman to Senior
Vice President at CCSN. In accordance with policy, Chan-
cellor Jarvis has approved a salary of $99,713. Ref. C
is filed with the permanent minutes.
Dr. Moore assured the Board that he would be in charge of
directing the activities of CCSN. With 3 Campuses, there
is a great deal of travel involved. Dr. Moore stated he
spends between 50-70% of his time in the community. Mr.
Klaich stated that a President's job is complicated and
difficult, but cautioned that Dr. Moore must still be in
charge even with the amount of outside work being conducted.
Ms. Berkley commended Dr. Silverman stating that she has
had positive feedback on Dr. Silverman's contributions to
Las Vegas.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of the appointment of Dr. Robert
Silverman to Senior Vice President at CCSN. Mrs. Gallagher
seconded. Motion carried.
12. Approved Appointment of Men's Basketball Coach, UNLV
Approved the appointment of Mr. William Bayno as Men's
Basketball Coach, for a term of 4 years, May 1, 1996 through
April 30, 2000 at an annual salary of $110,000. Board ap-
proval is required for contracts in excess of 3 years.
Ms. Berkley moved approval of the appointment of Mr. William
Bayno as Men's Basketball Coach for a term of 4 years, May
1, 1996 through April 30, 2000 at an annual salary of
$110,000. Mrs. Sparks seconded.
In answer to questions posed by the Board, Dr. Harter stated
that academic advisement for athletes is being moved to
Academic Advisement on the Campus July 1, 1996; that the
base salary is $110,000, there is a $75,000 sneakers en-
dorsement and up to $75,000 for TV, plus bonus clauses which
are based on percentages of attendance. Mr. Cavagnaro,
Athletic Director, confirmed. In answer to Mr. Klaich, Mr.
Cavagnaro stated he was not aware of any other contracts,
although others could come up. However, any future con-
tracts would require institutional approval by himself and
the President. The Athletic Department is required to an-
nually prepare a list of contracts. Any additional contri-
butions require prior approval by the institution per the
NCAA.
Motion carried.
13. Election of Officers
In accordance with Board of Regents Bylaws, Article IV,
Section 2, the election of officers was held for a Chair
and Vice Chair. The Bylaws state that the election is to
be held from among the members of the Board during the last
meeting of the fiscal year and shall serve for a term of
one year, to commence on July 1, 1996.
A) Chair
Dr. Eardley nominated Mr. Madison Graves for Chair of
the Board of Regents. Mr. Alden seconded.
Mr. Foley moved that nominations be closed. Mrs.
Gallagher seconded.
Motion to close nominations carried.
Motion for the election of Mr. Graves as Chair carried.
Ms. Berkley and Mrs. Price voted no.
B) Vice Chair
Mrs. Sparks moved that Dr. Derby be Vice Chair of the
Board of Regents. Ms. Berkley seconded. Motion car-
ried.
14. Approved the Finance and Planning Committee Reports
Chair Dorothy Gallagher presented the report on the meeting
of the Finance and Planning Committee held June 5, 1996.
The Committee heard the following information item:
Vice Chancellor Tom Anderes reviewed the Governor's 1997-99
Biennial Budget Guidelines and the relationship of those to
the System priorities and parameters as well as the key re-
maining dates for the budget process. The Board will review
the final draft of the Biennial Budget Request at its August
8-9, 1996 meeting.
Vice Chancellor Anderes also presented an update of progress
on technology planning and the implications for the biennial
request. There will be an amount of $15 million requested
for technology.
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval of the report. Ms. Berkley
seconded. Motion carried.
1. Approved the Fiscal Exception - UNLV Athletics Self-
Supporting Budget
The Committee reviewed the Self-Supporting Budget for
UNLV Athletics through the 3rd quarter and recommends
the University of Nevada, Las Vegas provide sufficient
documentation to the Board of Regents identifying how
the Athletics Self-Supporting Budget will be balanced by
the conclusion of FY 1996 and how the University plans
fiscally to construct the FY 1997 budget to maintain
the balance between income, transfers and expenditures.
Ref. I is on file in the Regents Office.
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval of the Self-Supporting
Budget for UNLV Athletics. Dr. Eardley seconded.
Motion carried.
Mrs. Gallagher introduced Dr. Noval Pohl, Vice President
for Finance and Administration who presented a report
on the Fiscal Exception to the UNLV Athletics Self-
Supporting Budget. Dr. Pohl stated he sent each Regent
a packet of information that was distributed to the
Committee at its June 5th meeting. The 1995-96 Athletic
Budget Resolution is as follows:
Revenue Expenses
Submitted to BOR $8,690,000 $8,690,000
Revenue Shortfall 991,440
Adjusted Total $7,698,560 $8,690,000
Expense Adjustments
Academic Advising to
to Student Services $292,063
Legal Settlement
to Non-State Account 377,100
Reorganization of Sports
Marketing 136,746
Additional Scholarship
Award 73,700
Additional Reductions
in Operating 111,831
Total Expense Reductions 991,440
Final Budget 1995-96 $7,698,560 $7,698,560
Ms. Berkley requested clarification regarding the ex-
pense of Legal Settlement to Non-State Account. Dr.
Pohl stated it was the Massimino payout. Ms. Berkley
requested a further discussion of this item at a later
time and stated that it seemed unfair to make UNLV
totally responsible for that expense. Regent Graves
stated he felt the expense of the legal settlement
should be kept in athletics since it was a 3-year pay
out in order to keep those funds in athletics for their
use.
Dr. Pohl stated that interest earnings are being used
to pay this expense and State money is used to enhance
the program and other projects. Moving the expense out
of athletics would decrease the funds available to the
program in the future. Dr. Pohl explained that the ex-
pense would be transferred out of athletics, but not the
revenue. The method used provides the University more
flexibility.
Mr. Foley asked that since there is a funding shortfall
and since student fees and tuition make up approximately
15% of the anticipated budget, what justifies adding
student fees to the athletic budget and have students
been included in the decision of that allocation. Dr.
Pohl stated that while a certain percentage of student
fees are used for maintenance of buildings and other
expenses, overall the Athletics Department promotes
and enhances education. Dr. Pohl explained that alloca-
tions are subject to student review prior to being
presented to the Board.
Mrs. Price requested an explanation of grant-in-aid
money and whether it goes to professional employees.
Dr. Pohl stated that each year a decision is made on
how these funds will be utilized. Of the $500,000 re-
ceived some is earmarked for certain classes of stu-
dents, and approximately $300,000 is used for profes-
sional employee development. If all the money is not
used, it is transferred to the athletic budget. Mrs.
Price asked if the money for the Massimino contract
came from scholarship monies or interest income to
which Dr. Pohl stated it came from interest earnings.
Dr. Pohl stated that a private donor offered to cover
the Massimino payout; however, the University felt this
would be improper.
Mrs. Sparks stated that the Board approved the original
Massimino contract; however, the 2nd contract was not a
Board of Regents contract, it was between the Coach and
private individuals. Technically the University did not
have an obligation to pay the 2nd contract; therefore,
it was not the Board's reponsibility. Ms. Berkley stat-
ed approving this contract without seeing it was the
worst vote ever made by the Board. In addition, the
Board thought it was a 3-year contract, when, in fact,
it was an 8-year contract. Mrs. Gallagher stated this
conversation is out of order.
Mr. Foley reported that he felt there is great potential
for going into deficit due to increased expectations of
Athletics upon entering into the WAC. Travel expenses
will increase substantially and he questioned how this
will be handled. Mr. Charlie Cavagnaro, Athletic Di-
rector, stated an additional $250,000 has been requested
for the next biennial budget for travel and he felt
Athletics was going in the right direction.
Dr. Pohl reported that the FY96-97 Athletic revenues and
expense projections were conservative estimates indicat-
ing only a 1.71% increase over 1996. Thomas & Mack's
revenue share for 1996 was zero, and it is estimated at
$350,000 for 1997. He further stated, inasmuch as the
State provided funding to build the Thomas & Mack Center
from the Slot Tax rebate, it did not provide funds for
on-going maintenance. Thomas & Mack first sponsors Uni-
versity events, then it is available to the community
for functions and they would like to market T & M to
others in the future. The Center does not charge a
rental fee to the University for use, but does sell
parking and concessions.
Regent Graves requested clarification of where addi-
tional football expenses were coming from to which Dr.
Pohl stated he will clarify this expense and send the
information to the Regents.
Mrs. Price asked whether there would be a tax problem
down the road due to the lawsuit on the Slot Tax being
challenged and felt the accountants should be notified
of this. Dr. Pohl stated that Cooper and Lybrand will
review this situation in November.
Mrs. Gallagher commented it appears that UNLV is ap-
proaching this budget in the proper manner and commended
Dr. Pohl and his colleagues for providing a workable
solution to this problem. Mrs. Gallagher asked Dr.
Pohl, President Harter and Mr. Cavagnaro if they were
aware of any hidden areas in the budget, to which each
answered not to their knowledge.
Ms. Berkley thanked UNLV and President Harter for their
efforts on the budget.
Motion carried. Mr. Alden voted no to the Fiscal
Exception - UNLV Athletics Self-Supporting Budget.
President Harter spoke to refinancing for a 1.7 million
dollar loan for the Lied Athletic building, and likely
will present this to the Board in August. Two million
dollars will need to be refinanced within 2 years and
it is not likely that private donations will be received
to assist with this loan.
Mrs. Price requested information regarding the status
of outstanding loans. Dr. Anderes reported he plans to
present a policy at the August Finance & Planning meet-
ing and will explain the process of debt management.
In addition, he is currently working with each Campus
to obtain loan information, and further stated that
there are ceilings that each institution cannot exceed.
This information is monitored by outside financial
consultants.
2. Approved the Revision of Interest Income Allocation
Approved the request to revise the System share of the
interest income from 20% to 22%. Ref. J on file with
permanent minutes in the Regents Office. Dr. Anderes
reported since System Administration is partially self-
supporting, it is necessary to request an increase in
the share of the interest income to support important
operating costs which the State budget has not had the
capacity to underwrite. Among those costs are the
southern office operations, north/south travel and
consultant studies.
Ms. Berkley asked the Campus Presidents how they felt
about the request since it has a direct impact on their
budgets. Mrs. Gallagher stated this has already been
discussed at the Council of Presidents. Dr. Jarvis
stated that the Presidents are not enthusiastic about
this shift in funding; however, they understand it is
necessary to support the southern office and fund in-
creased travel expenses that System Administration is
not currently able to sustain.
Mrs. Price stated this was putting the cart before the
horse and that it should go through the normal budget
process, that perhaps travel should be scrutinized, or
increase the use of video conferences to reduce travel
expenses. She also felt this is taking money away from
the main mission, and that this item should be deferred
until the Board can look at it more closely. Mrs.
Gallagher stated that the increase in expenses are there
for the southern office and they can be supported.
Mr. Alden moved approval of the System share of the in-
terest income from 20% to 22%. Mrs. Gallagher seconded.
Motion carried. Mrs. Price and Mrs. Berkley voted no.
3. Approved the Self-Supporting Budget - System Administra-
tion
Approved the Self-Supporting Budget, System Administra-
tion. Ref. K on file in the Regents Office.
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval of the Self-Supporting
Budget, System Administration. Mr. Foley seconded.
Motion carried.
4. Approved Salary Increases 1997-99 Biennium
Approved the Chancellor's Statewide and System recom-
mendation for professional compensation increases in
the 1997-99 Biennial Budget Request. Ref. L on file
in the Regents Office.
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval of the Chancellor's State-
wide and System salary increases in the 1997-99 Bien-
nium. Mr. Alden seconded.
Dr. Jarvis reported that the Joint Professional Compen-
sation Committee and Faculty Senate Chairs met in the
Spring. The JPCC and Faculty Senate recommended a 9%/4%
COLA; Dr. Jarvis felt these amounts may be difficult to
justify. The Council of Presidents supports the Chan-
cellor's recommendation of a 6%/4% COLA. All groups
recommend an increase in life insurance benefits from
$20,000 to $50,000. Dr. Jarvis reported these increases
will maintain parity between all employee groups, since
the recommendations are based on the assumption that all
employees, professional and classified, will receive the
same COLA.
Dr. Derby stated her appreciation to the Chancellor for
the 6%/4% COLA recommendation since this is a sensitive
issue, inasmuch as the increase is supported by taxpay-
ers who do not necessarily have the same income percent-
age growth and felt he is also being sensitive to na-
tional averages.
Motion carried.
5. Approved Handbook Change, Transfer Authority
Approved changes to the Handbook of Title 4, Chapter 10,
Section 15, Transfer Authority, by deletion of the 2nd
sentence. The requirement for a quarterly report on
transfers does not appear to have been enforced for some
years. It is now redundant, given the new Fiscal Ex-
pectations Reporting process and the legislative-requir-
ed Accountability Reports. Ref. M is on file in the
Regents Office.
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval for the changes to the
Handbook by deletion of Title 4, Chapter 10, Section 15,
Transfer Authority, 2nd sentence. Dr. Eardley seconded.
Mrs. Price stated this has not been enforced for years
and that the Regents have asked for fiscal reports in
past years. Dr. Anderes stated that an analysis of the
use of funds from the beginning to the end of each year
would provide an explanation. An accountability study
would capture those problems when there was a transfer
of funds. He reported that the Business Officers are
currently meeting to discuss the situation and will
bring the information to the Chancellor for his review.
Mr. Alden felt Campus Presidents should have autonomy
regarding transfer of funds; however, if someone strays
off their budget, then it should come before the Board
for their review. Dr. Anderes stated that the Fiscal
Exception process identifies issues or problems, not
necessarily negatively, and allows the institutional
Presidents to make their own decisions for transfers.
It is understood that established fiscal guidelines are
being followed and transfers are made only if resources
are available.
Motion carried.
Regents Gallagher and Alden left the meeting.
15. Approved the Academic, Research and Student Affairs
Committee Report
Chair Shelley Berkley presented a report on the Academic,
Research and Student Affairs Committee meeting held June 20,
1996. Ms. Berkley complimented all of the institutions for
the excellent master plans that were submitted.
Mrs. Berkley reported that the Committee heard presentations
from the Community College Presidents on their proposed
utilization of the funding support that would be generated
by adjusting the funding formula for full-time/part-time
faculty from 60/40 to 60/35.
The Committee also heard a presentation from Dr. John
Clevenger, Director of the Nevada Teaching and Research
Enhancement and Collaboration (TREC) Program.
1. Approved Academic Master Plans
The Committee recommended approval of Academic Master
Plans for DRI, UNLV, UNR and WNCC. TMCC presented a
preliminary plan. The final plan will be presented at
the February meeting for action by the Board. Master
Plans are on file in the Regents Office.
Ms. Berkley moved approval of the Academic Master Plans
for DRI, UNLV, UNR and WNCC. Dr. Eardley seconded.
Motion carried.
2. Approved the Professional Degree in Construction
Management, UNR
The Committee recommended approval of the Professional
Degree in Construction Management at UNR. Ref. D on
file in the Regents Office.
Ms. Berkley moved approval of the Professional Degree in
Construction Management at UNR. Dr. Eardley seconded.
Motion carried.
3. Approved Organizational Units, UNR
The Committee recommended approval of two organizational
units at UNR, and the relocation of a Department.
A) Ralph Roberts Center for Resource in Economic
Geology (New). Ref. E on file in the Regents
Office.
B) Department of Health Wellness and Exercise Sciences
(Merger of existing Departments). Ref. F on file
in the Regents Office.
C) Department of Criminal Justice (Relocation of exist-
ing Department). Ref. G on file in Regents Office.
Ms. Berkley moved approval of the two organizational
units at UNR, and the relocation of a Department. Dr.
Eardley seconded. Motion carried.
Mr. Alden returned to the meeting.
Dr. Derby stated since the full Board does not sit on each
Committee a presentation at the Board meeting is appreciat-
ed; however, the opportunity for the full Board to partici-
pate at Committee meetings would be a good idea.
Regent Graves agreed that this needs to be discussed in the
future. Ms. Berkley stated several months ago the Academic,
Research and Student Affairs Committee separated from the
Board of Regents meeting. This procedure was given one
year for review. Ms. Berkley felt the Committee meetings
have poor attendance by members and she further felt the
full Board does not have enough information to make a good
decision. Ms. Berkley stated that the last Campus Environ-
ment Committee had only 2 members present and she felt there
was better attendance when Committee meetings were in con-
nection with Board meetings. She agreed with Regent Graves
that this situation needs to be discussed in the future.
Dr. Eardley commented that Board of Regents' support staff,
relative to time and travel costs incurred by having sepa-
rate Committee meetings, should also be considered. Regent
Graves stated that he was aware of an increase in the volume
of work for staff.
Regent Foley left the meeting. Regent Gallagher returned to the
meeting.
16. Approved the Audit Committee Report
Chair Mark Alden presented the report of the Audit Committee
held June 5, 1996. The Committee received Follow-Up Audit
Reports for:
Student Financial Services Office, UNR
Instructional Media Services Digital Maintenance, UNR
Performing Arts Center, UNLV
Laboratory Fees Charged, TMCC
Institution Cash Counts, UCCSN
OMB Circular A-133
The Committee received the following additional reports:
Bank Reconciliations, UNLV - Tremendous progress has been
made. Research time on follow-up items now takes from one
week to 10 days. 7 major changes in procedures have been
made which have greatly improved the process.
Disbursement Department Update, UNLV - Some questions arose
over internal control regarding the use of miscellaneous
vendor codes. The Controller's office is monitoring dis-
bursements through a month-end report.
OMB Circular A-133 - A letter was received from the Depart-
ment of Health and Human Services accepting the OMB Circular
A-133 Report for the year ended June 30, 1994, stating the
report was accepted and is now closed.
New Business - Mr. Alden requested an external audit of the
Athletic Department and Thomas & Mack Events Center for the
year ending 6/30/96, which would include a comparability
schedule, sources of revenue and expenditures, and financial
reserves for Thomas & Mack. After a lengthy discussion it
was agreed that Mr. Alden would present the matter to the
Finance and Planning Committee which was meeting later that
day. Dr. Anderes stated there is no audit problem, only a
fiscal projections problem which was being rectified. He
also stated the Board would be looking at the System Fiscal
Exceptions Report which includes amounts projected versus
expenditures made.
Mr. Alden moved acceptance of the reports. Mrs. Sparks
seconded. Motion carried.
1. Approved Internal Audit Reports
The Committee recommended approval of the Internal
Audit reports listed below. Ref. H on file in the
Regents Office.
Police Department, UNR
College of Engineering, Dean's Office, UNR
Sierra Nevada Job Corps Center, UNR
Business Center North Equipment Inventory
Management Services, UNLV
Purchasing Department, UNLV
Telemedia Services, UNLV
High Sierra Law Academy, TMCC
Regent Alden stated further discussions with the UNR
and UNLV Police Departments should be conducted since
they are parallel in weak areas.
Mr. Alden moved acceptance of the reports. Mrs. Sparks
seconded. Motion carried.
Ms. Berkley left the meeting.
Mrs. Price asked if there was a problem with the audit cycle
or if there were staffing problems in the Internal Audit
Department.
Mr. Foley returned to the meeting.
Regent Graves stated in the future there may be a change in
the audit cycle to move from the current 5-year cycle to a
3-year cycle. Mrs. Sandra Cardinal, Director of Internal
Audit, stated she would like to move to a 3-year cycle,
especially in the south.
Mrs. Price stated there seem to be problems with equipment
inventory, especially with computers. She asked if there
is a mechanism to inventory computer systems in which com-
ponents are purchased separately. Frequently this results
in expensive equipment not being inventoried. Mr. Graves
stated this is an ongoing problem and he is confident that
with new inventory controls in place the problem will be
rectified. He will follow up the situation with Mrs.
Cardinal.
17. Approved the Campus Environment Committee Report
Chair Jill Derby reported on the meeting of the Campus En-
vironment Committee held June 7, 1996. Dr. Derby stated
that the Committee met without a quorum. Dr. Larry Tirri,
Chair of the System Safety, Health and Environmental Pro-
tection Advisory Committee (SHEPAC), made a presentation on
environmental safety and health within the UCCSN. SHEPAC,
made up of representatives from each institution of the
UCCSN, serves the following functions:
Reviews Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) issues
and recommends policies and procedures
Provides networking mechanicsm for EHS staff
Functions in an advisory capacity to the Chancellor
Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) issues include the
following areas:
Industrial hygiene
Occupational safety
Hazardous materials safety
Radiological safety
Training and records management
Dr. Tirri discussed the charges of the Campus EHS Officers
and the outlook for the future of EHS, including budget
concerns. Chancellor Jarvis and Vice Chancellor Anderes
addressed the issue of future funding for EHS functions
within the context of the 1997-99 budget request.
In addition, Dr. Steven Oberg, Director of Environmental
Safety and Health, UNR, presented UNR's response to an
audit required as a result of chronic noncompliance with
the Nevada Department of Environmental Protection (NDEP)
regulations. Under an agreement between UNR and NDEP, UNR
must implement the audit recommendations within one year.
Dr. Oberg discussed those mandates and the shortage of
funding available to make the necessary changes.
Dr. Derby stated the reports by Dr. Tirri and Dr. Oberg
were excellent and the reports resulted in raising several
profound issues that the Board needs to be aware of. She
further stated the necessity of UNR complying with Dr.
Oberg's recommendations since the consequences of not
complying would be terrible. Dr. Eardley stated he felt
the problems raised by the reports need legislative action.
Dr. Derby moved approval of the report. Mr. Alden seconded.
Motion carried.
President Crowley stated he regrets that he was not at the
meeting and also felt the Legislature needs to become aware
of how serious this problem is. Currently funds used to
comply with implementing the audit recommendations have come
from UNR's operating budget, but the University cannot con-
tinue to fund in this manner and suggested legislative fund-
ing will be necessary in the future.
Ms. Berkley returned to the meeting.
Regent Graves reported he is aware of an increase in crime
and vandalizing of cars around the Campus. President
Crowley stated that surrounding neighborhoods are not
patrolled by University Police; however, some programs have
been started by students to help with the crime problems.
He emphasized that there are some serious problems with
Campus safety issues.
Dan Oster, Student Body President, stated he has lived in
the area for 2 years and he is aware of tires being slashed
and rooms being broken into. He stated UNR has a community
clean-up program and felt improved communication with stu-
dents concerning the crime problems in the area would al-
leviate some of the activity. He felt improved Campus
lighting would help with some of the on-Campus problems.
18. Approved the Investment Committee Reports
Chair Carolyn Sparks reported on the meeting of the Invest-
ment Committee held on May 13-14, 1996. On Monday, May 13,
the Committee interviewed 3 money managers for placement
of UCCSN operating funds. Following the interviews, the
Committee discussed the different strategies used by each
of the 3 finalists. It was agreed to eliminate DFA, Sanford
Bernstein and the Treasurer's Office for the Common Fund,
intermediate and internally managed funds in order to trans-
fer Board of Regents Operting Fund Investments to PIMCO and
Payden & Rygel. Ms. Mac Donald was instructed to begin
opening accounts and transferring funds in order to complete
transactions prior to June 30, 1996.
The Committee met again on Tuesday, May 14. Mr. Matt
Lincoln, Cambridge Associates, reviewed the performance
report for the period ending March 31, 1996. By action of
the Board, Quest had been replaced by Van Guard, an indexed
fund, on April 1, 1996. Concern was expressed with the
Hellman Jordan account, which had not had a very good quar-
ter of investment. The account will be followed closely
to determine whether it will need to be replaced.
Ms. Janet Mac Donald reported that a total of $100 million
was transferred effective June 30, 1996 and she felt the
Committee made an excellent decision in the selection of
the new fund managers.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of the report. Mr. Alden
seconded. Motion carried.
1. Approved Handbook Change, Allocation of Investment
Income Earned on UCCSN Pooled Cash Assets
The Committee recommended approval of the request to
delete Title 4, Chapter 10, Section 4 2.b(2) in order
to comply with the Statement of Investment Objectives
& Policies for the Operating Fund. Ref. N on file in
the Regents Office.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of the request to delete
Title 4, Chapter 10, Section 4 2.b(2) in order to
comply with the Statement of Investment Objectives &
Policies for the Operating Fund. Mr. Alden seconded.
Motion carried.
2. Approved Handbook Change, Statement of Investment
Objectives & Policies for the Operating Funds and
Endowment Funds
The Committee recommended approval of changes to the
Statement of Investment Objectives & Policies for the
Operating Funds and Endowment Funds.
Mrs. Sparks moved approval of changes to the Statement
of Investment Objectives & Policies for the Operating
Funds and Endowment Funds. Mr. Alden seconded.
Dr. Eardley requested information regarding how much UCCSN
will pay outside fund managers to handle investments. Ms.
Mac Donald reported that currently UCCSN is investing $85
million with PIMCO at a charge of 32 basis points or
$430,000; and $30 million with Payden & Rygel at a charge
of 30 basis points. She stated the System will pay ap-
proximately $500,000 to outside managers to handle these
accounts. Mrs. Sparks commented that we will be paying
out more money in management fees; however, the amounts
invested have grown substantially and this will eliminate
a tremendous amount of work and responsibility for the
Treasurer's Office. Ms. Mac Donald stated this move is
in the best interest of the System.
Mr. Foley commended Ms. Janet Mac Donald, Mrs. Edna Brigham
and the Treasurer's Office staff for the excellent job they
have done investing the System's money. Ms. Mac Donald
stated that the Regents have allowed this to happen since
they have not refused any suggestions she has made. The
fund started in 1983 with $20 million and has grown to $140
million. The Thomas Beam endowment started with $900,000
and is currently over $2.4 million.
Mrs. Sparks stated that the System and State owes Ms. Mac
Donald and Mrs. Brigham a great deal of gratitude for their
efforts and they should be proud of the fine job they have
done; both have resigned effective June 30, 1996. Mrs.
Price suggested an exit interview be conducted.
Mr. Foley asked if an exit interview during a closed person-
nel session would be legal, to which Mr. Don Klasic, System
General Council, stated it is legal; however, the individual
being discussed must be notified in accordance with State
Statutes.
Mrs. Price requested information regarding the nature of the
money UCCSN will be investing; whether it is State or donat-
ed money. Ms. Mac Donald stated it is Trust Fund monies
which are pooled funds consisting of funds from many cate-
gories including State, Federal and gift funds. All monies
being transferred are public funds. The new managers must
comply with all Federal guidelines regarding the investment
of public funds.
Motion carried.
19. Approved the Consent Agenda
(1) Approved the minutes of the meeting held April 25-26,
1996.
(2) Approved tenure on hire for Dr. Theodore A. Sackett,
who is being hired as Chairman of the Department of
Foreign Languages and Literatures at UNR. Tenure
will be in that Department, and both hire and tenure
are to be effective July 1, 1996.
(3) Approved tenure on hire for Dr. Stephen L. Rice as
the Associate Provost for Research with tenure in the
Department of Mechanical Engineering, effective
August 19, 1996.
(4) Approved appointment of Dr. Edmund Cain, Dean Emeritus
UNR College of Education, to the Board of Directors of
the Far West Laboratory for Educational Research and
Development (FWL) for a 3-year term beginning May 31,
1996.
Dr. Cain has served as one of two Nevada representa-
tives to the Laboratory since its inception in 1966.
The Laboratory has declared that "Dr. Cain's attend-
ance has been excellent, and his contributions to the
Laboratory and the activities of its Board of Direc-
tors have been countless and valuable."
(5) Approved the appointment of Dr. John Readence as the
Interim Dean of the College of Education at UNLV.
This appointment will be for approximately one year
while a national search is being conducted.
(6) Approved Tenure at UNLV, CCSN and UNR as follows:
Approved tenure as recommended by the Campus Presi-
dents. The candidates have been evaluated and re-
viewed in accordance with appropriate Board and
Campus policies. The Chancellor recommends approval
of these proposals effective July 1, 1996.
A. UNLV President Harter recommends tenure be awarded
to the following:
Professor Dennis Lindle, Chemistry
B. CCSN President Moore recommends tenure be awarded
to the following:
Bill Kerney, Public Safety and Human Services
C. UNR President Crowley recommends tenure be awarded
to the following:
Robert Chaires, Criminal Justice, College of Arts
and Science
William Courchesne, Microbiology, School of
Medicine
Kevin Kesler, Cooperative Extension, Agriculture
Yvonne Stedham, Managerial Sciences, College of
Business Administration
(7) Approved Promotion Recommendations as follows: Ap-
proved promotion to Associate Professor at UNR for
the following:
Scott Ames to Associate Professor of Surgery, School
of Medicine
William Courchesne to Associate Professor of Micro-
biology, School of Medicine
Yvonne Stedham to Associate Professor of Managerial
Services, College of Business Administration
(8) Approved Emeritus Status at UNLV, UNR and DRI as fol-
lows: Approved emeritus status as recommended by the
Presidents:
A. UNLV President Harter recommends the following:
Duane Baldwin, Emeritus Professor of Accounting,
effective June 30, 1996
Duane Clary, Emeritus Professor of Accounting,
effective June 30, 1996
John Van Vactor, Emeritus Associate Professor
of Education, effective May 14, 1996
B. UNR President Crowley recommends the following:
Beatrix Tugendhat Gardner, Professor of
Psychology, Emerita
Brian J. Whalen, Assistant Vice President for
Facilities Management, Emeritus, effective
June 30, 1996
N. Fullmer Barlow, Career Services Officer,
Emeritus, effective July 10, 1996
C. DRI President Taranik recommends the following:
Dennis Ghiglieri, Associate Computer Science,
Emeritus
Dale F. Ritter, Executive Director, Emeritus
(9) Approved the request for CCSN to use $540,000 of the
Capital Improvement Fee Fund as follows:
4 Mobiles for Mesquite, Logandale/Overton
and Pahrump $180,000
Cheyenne Campus Storage Shed 60' x 30' 50,000
Remodel Room 1100 Student Services Space -
Cheyenne 85,000
Remodel Room 2221 Area to Classrooms -
Cheyenne 10,000
West Charleston Nursery Property - Inventory
Acquisition, Utility Repairs, Facility
Additions and Equipment 140,000
Landscape West Charleston Campus - West
of Phase III 75,000
Total $540,000
(10) Approved changes to the Handbook, Title 5, Chapter 9,
Article V - Finance, Section 2 and Article VII - WNCC
Student Organizations, Section 8 as contained in Ref.
C-10 on file in the Regents Office.
(11) Approved changes to the Handbook, Title 5, Chapter 10,
CSUN Bylaws as contained in Ref. C-11 on file in the
Regents Office.
(12) Approved changes to the Handbook, Title 5, Chapter 8,
WNCC Bylaws as contained in Ref. C-12 on file in the
Regents Office.
(13) Approved the request for a storm drain easement to the
City of Reno. This easement is necessary for the City
of Reno's Flood Control Project. The property is lo-
cated south of the UCCSN building, on the east edge of
the University's property at Enterprise Road.
This project will protect the UCCSN Administration
building property from future flooding, diverting the
water into the wetlands area.
(14) Approved the request to lease a parcel of approximate-
ly 5 acres of Stead Campus to the National Champion-
ship Air Races at $1 per year for parking during the
annual air race event. The lease would run for a
period of 10 years and is cancellable by either party
with a 6-months notice. Ref. C-14 on file in the
Regents Office.
(15) Approved request to name WNCC's Phase V building, the
Cedar building. Phase V lecture hall has been named
Mariette Hall, and the multipurpose room in the Aspen
building has been named the Sarah Winnemucca Hall. A
committee was formed by representatives throughout the
College and decided that the Phase V building name
should be chosen from the category of western trees
as are two other buildings at WNCC. The room names
were selected from literary and historical figures.
(16) Approved the Board of Regents meeting calendar for
1997-98:
September 4-5, 1997
October 16-17, 1997
December 4-5, 1997
January 22-23, 1998
March 12-13, 1998
April 30-May 1, 1998
June 18-19, 1998
(17) Approved the following Interlocal Agreements:
A. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Southern
Nevada Water Authority (Interlocal)
Purpose : UNR's Cooperative Extension to provide
special community-based educational
programs in Clark County Schools.
$$ : $89,975 to UNR
Eff. Date: 7/1/96 to 6/30/97
B. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the City of
Reno (Storm Drain Easement)
Purpose : UNR to grant storm drain easement and
right-of-way necessary for the City
of Reno's Flood Control Project.
$$ : None
Eff. Date: Date approved by Board, permanently
C. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Division
of Environmental Protection (Inter-
local Modification)
Purpose : Subsurface Drip Irrigation of Alfalfa
in Nevada.
$$ : Increase total to UNR: $82,598
Eff. Date: Change expiration date to 12/31/97
D. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Division
of Environmental Protection (Inter-
local)
Purpose : Truckee Meadows Watershed Education
Program.
$$ : $45,000 to UNR
Eff. Date: 4/15/96 to 12/31/97
E. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Division
of Child and Family Services (Inter-
local)
Purpose : UNR to provide child care training for
child care facilities on topics of
physical development and outdoor play.
$$ : $7,526 to UNR
Eff. Date: 8/1/96 to 6/30/97
F. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Division
of Child and Family Services (Inter-
local)
Purpose : UNR to provide a full-time Statewide
Training Coordinator and a full-time
Administrative Assistant to implement
an expanded Nevada Child Welfare
Training Partnership.
$$ : $144,218 to UNR
Eff. Date: 7/1/96 to 6/30/97
G. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Welfare
Division (Interlocal)
Purpose : UNR to provide analysis of case load
information; cost/benefit analysis of
dollar savings to taxpayers based on
reduction of open cases and replace-
ment of welfare dollars with wage
earnings; examine data for individuals
who have entered the system but who
fail to secure employment and compare
it with those who find employment as
a result of their participation in
NEON Program.
$$ : $13,000 to UNR
Eff. Date: Date approved by Board, 12/31/96
H. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Sierra
Developmental Center (Interlocal)
Purpose : UNR to provide one or more UNR Psy-
chology Doctoral candidate students to
perform full range of psychological
services
$$ : $34,000 to UNR
Eff. Date: 7/1/96 to 6/30/99
I. Parties : Board of Regents/School of Medicine
and the Division of Mental Hygiene
Mental Retardation/Nevada Mental
Health Institute (Interlocal)
Purpose : Medical School to provide an adequate
supply of psychiatric care.
$$ : $258,720 to the Medical School
Eff. Date: 1/1/96 to 6/30/97
J. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Division
of Mental Hygiene and Mental Retarda-
tion/Nevada Mental Health Institute
(Interlocal)
Purpose : UNR Psychology interns will provide
psychological testing, individual
group and family psychotherapy to the
Nevada Mental Health Institute.
$$ : $22,000 to UNR
Eff. Date: 7/1/96 to 6/30/97
K. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Division
of Mental Hygiene and Mental Retarda-
tion/Rural Clinics (Interlocal)
Purpose : UNR to provide one Psychology Doctor-
ate candidate intern to Rural Clinics
offices to perform full range of psy-
chological services.
$$ : $11,000 to UNR
Eff. Date: 7/1/96 to 6/30/97
L. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Division
of Mental Hygiene and Mental Retarda-
tion/Sierra Regional Center (Inter-
local)
Purpose : Behavior Analysis Program.
$$ : $150,000 to UNR
Eff. Date: 7/1/96 to 6/30/97
M. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Division
of Mental Hygiene and Mental Retarda-
tion/Sierra Regional Center (Inter-
local)
Purpose : Social Transition and Employment
Program.
$$ : $120,000 to UNR
Eff. Date: 7/1/96 to 6/30/97
N. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Reno Air
Race Association, Inc. (Lease Agree-
ment)
Purpose : Lease of premises for parking in con-
nection with production of National
Championship Air Races.
$$ : $1 per year to UNR
Eff. Date: 7/1/96 to 6/30/2006
O. Parties : Board of Regents/TMCC and the State
Job Training Office (Interlocal Amend-
ment)
Purpose : Increase total money to TMCC original
contract PY95-DHTMCC - Displaced Home-
maker Program.
$$ : $37,500 from $34,000 to TMCC
Eff. Date: 7/1/95 to 6/30/96
P. Parties : Board of Regents/TMCC and the State
Job Training Office (Interlocal)
Purpose : Washoe County Displaced Homemaker
Program.
$$ : $42,610 to TMCC
Eff. Date: 7/1/96 to 6/30/97
Q. Parties : Board of Regents/TMCC and the Gover-
nor's Committee on Employment of
People with Disabilities (Interlocal)
Purpose : TMCC to renew lease of office space
located at 4001 South Virginia Street,
Reno to Governor's Committee.
$$ : $5,240.64 to TMCC
Eff. Date: 7/1/96 to 6/30/97
R. Parties : Board of Regents/WNCC and the State
Industrial Insurance System (Inter-
local)
Purpose : Medical Terminology/Anatomy training.
$$ : $4,800 to WNCC
Eff. Date: 2/20/96 to 6/30/96
S. Parties : Board of Regents/WNCC and the State
Occupational Information Coordinating
Committee (Interlocal Amendment)
Purpose : Nevada Career Information System.
$$ : $1,800 annual service fee to SOICC:
Add to original contract Paragraph VII
Training: "Consultation Fee" in
"Nevada Career Information System.
Fee Schedule, Revised 5/96"
Eff. Date: 7/1/93, until terminated
T. Parties : Board of Regents/WNCC and the State
Job Training Office (Interlocal)
Purpose : Displaced Homemaker Program.
$$ : $32,130 to WNCC
Eff. Date: 7/1/96 to 6/30/97
U. Parties : Board of Regents/UNLV Police Depart-
ment and the Las Vegas Metropolitan
Police Department (Interlocal)
Purpose : Police Employee Assistance Program
(PEAP) to be provided by Metro to
UNLVPD.
$$ : None
Eff. Date: Date approved by Board and for 5
years thereafter.
V. Parties : Board of Regents/CCSN and the Welfare
Division (Interlocal Amendment)
Purpose : Change of Learn to Earn and English
as a Second Language to GED Success!
Program.
$$ : Change to $8,230 for 4/1/96 through
5/31/96 and $30,499 for fiscal year
1997 to CCSN.
Eff. Date: 4/1/96 to 6/30/96
W. Parties : Board of Regents/CCSN and the Employ-
ment Security Division (Interlocal)
Purpose : School to Work Program.
$$ : $10,000 to CCSN
Eff. Date: 3/1/96 to 6/30/96
X. Parties : Board of Regents/DRI and Clark County
(Interlocal)
Purpose : Scope of Work for PM2.5 and Visible
Urban Haze within the Las Vegas
Valley.
$$ : $35,000 to CCSN
Eff. Date: Date approved by Board, to 9/1/98
Mr. Alden moved approval of the Consent Agenda with Item Y
having been withdrawn. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion
carried.
20. Information Only: Report on the School of Medicine
Chancellor Jarvis and President Crowley reported on the
status of the staffing, residency program and accreditation
conditions of the Department of Internal Medicine at Las
Vegas, along with their initial reactions to the recommenda-
tions of the report of the Chancellor's external consultant,
Dr. Thomas Riemenshneider (Vice President for Health Sci-
ences and Hospitals, State University of New York).
Chancellor Jarvis stated the report from the external con-
sultant has been received and distributed. The Chancellor
discussed his reactions to the report's 3 main issues:
1) Accreditation Issue - He is convinced this issue is
secure and current leadership is appropriate and on target;
2) Practice Plan - The consultant suggested developing a
centralized practice plan that is fiscally secure and is
in line with national and regional trends and it was also
suggested more communication and involvement by practice
physicians in the practice plan development is needed; 3)
Health of Residency Program - Concern whether to retain
current residents and ability to attract new residencies,
however, in line with national trends; and 4) Administration
of School - A strong Vice-Dean model is proposed. If a
split Campus situation develops, then strong leadership on
both Campuses is needed. A search for a permanent Vice-
Dean is underway.
Chancellor Jarvis and President Crowley have met and taken
very seriously the statements from the 11 faculty who re-
signed. The report provides information that will keep
these problems from recurring. The Chancellor will work
closely with the President and Dean of School of Medicine
and will be attentive to those problem areas. A strategic
plan for health professionals is needed.
President Crowley reported that a number of meetings ensued
after the faculty in the Department resigned. He met with
Department Residents, Chairs of Departments, Administration
of UMC, Commissioners and those in charge of the Hospital.
He spent a great deal of time trying to get an understanding
of the complex situation. An Acting Chair has been appoint-
ed and a search for a permanent Chair is underway. Presi-
dent Crowley further stated that all Residents who were
previously at the Medical School are still in place and
all open Resident slots are filled as of July 1st. Presi-
dent Crowley feels the status of the program will be better
than in the past with the changes that are taking place.
He also reported that of the 11 faculty that resigned, 4
have returned and interviews are currently being conducted
to fill vacancies. The Medical School is fully staffed
through the end of September. He also reported that the
Medical School has received the largest budget ever from
UMC and that he feels it is in much better standing than
before.
President Crowley stated the consultant recommended that
faculty and Chairs be more involved in discussions on how to
proceed and suggested creating a faculty council for greater
input as well as creating 2-3 Senior Vice Associate Dean
positions placing one part-time .50 FTE position in Clinical
Sciences in Reno, plus one full-time FTE position; and one
full-time FTE position in Clinical in Las Vegas. The role
of Dean will be modified as recommended by the consultant.
President Crowley stated he is quite impressed with the con-
sultant's report and agrees with the recommendations sug-
gested by the consultant.
Mr. Alden commended the Chancellor and the consultant for a
fine report and agreed that an advisory council would be a
good idea. He also requested figures for the past 10 years
indicating how many Nevada high school graduates attended
the Medical School. Ms. Berkley stated this information
would be better if it included Nevada residents, not just
high school graduates. President Crowley stated these data
are available and he will provide them to Mr. Alden.
Ms. Berkley commended the Chancellor for the fine manner in
which he handled this situation and for selecting an excel-
lent consultant who did a wonderful job. She reported that
many doctors contacted her stating they had an opportunity
to be heard by the consultant who truly understood the is-
sues.
Mrs. Price asked if there was any connection between this
and the Attorney General's investigation and how the con-
sultant was chosen and what was the fee. President Crowley
stated there was no connection between this and the At-
torney General's investigation. Dr. Jarvis stated the con-
sultant was chosed after consultations with 3 hospitals and
others. The consultant's fee is $6000.
Mr. Foley congratulated the Chancellor and President Crowley
for their fine job and also the consultant for a wonderful
review.
21. Approved the School of Medicine Loan
Approved the request of School of Medicine to solicit a
$650,000 loan for architectural work supporting the Las
Vegas Medical Facility. Dr. Ashok Dhingra, Vice President
for Administration and Finance, stated the Medical School
had received a gift of 10 acres of land from the City of
Las Vegas and is currently raising funds for this project.
Sun Broadcasting has donated $1 million. Terms of the gift
require that ground must be broken by December 31, 1996.
Mr. Alden moved approval of the School of Medicine to
solicit a $650,000 loan for architectural work supporting
the Las Vegas Medical Facility. Mrs. Gallagher seconded.
Motion carried.
Mrs. Price voted no stating the no vote does not reflect
on the item itself. She is not comfortable with the policy
or situation on loans.
22. Approve Request for Contingent Land Transfer, WNCC/Carson
City School District
Approved request for the contingent transfer of 50 acres of
land located on the property of the WNCC Campus in Carson
City in return for the use by WNCC of the high school build-
ings to be constructed on the transferred property. The
transfer shall be contingent upon the approval by the voters
of Carson City of a bond issue to finance the construction
of the high school and upon the execution of an interlocal
agreement between the Board of Regents and the Carson City
School District setting out the details of the transfer, the
use of the high school buildings and related facilities and
such other cooperative ventures between the parties as may
be deemed useful and necessary.
President Randolph introduced several members of the com-
munity who were present for this issue: State Senator Ernie
Adler; John Mc Kenna, President of the Carson City School
Board of Trustees; Bob Scott, Retiring Superintendent of
Carson City School District; Leon Mattingley, Superintendent
of Carson City School District (new); Jim Parry, Associate
Superintendent of Educational Services; Mike Mitchell, Di-
rector of Operations for Carson City School District; and
Brad Van Woert, Architect.
President Randolph presented his vision of the proposed
Carson City High School on the WNCC Carson City Campus.
He stated the two issues at stake for WNCC is funding of
the $5 million Technology building to be used jointly with
the high school and possible construction of a 200,000-
250,000 sq. ft. building housing 1200-1600 high school
students on 40-45 acres of WNCC property. WNCC owns 200
acres of land and currently is occupying approximately
100,000 sq. ft. of building space. The State Public Works
Board hired a consultant to update the Master Plan and
suggested moving south on the land available which is dif-
ferent from the 1991 Master Plan. President Randolph
stated the Legislature provided $16.1 million for a new
facility last session to construct Phase V which is the
addition of 110,000 sq. ft.
Mr. Bob Scott stated the proposed plan has been reviewed
by the Carson City Planning Department in a feasibility
study. Mr. Brad Van Woert, Sheehan & Van Woert Architects,
stated his firm has assisted the School District with the
bond issue that will be presented in September for $46
million to construct a new middle and high school in Carson
City. He felt this site is best for the high school for
many reasons including access for vehicles, parking and
walkways. The new high school will be constructed in two
phases. Phase I would accommodate 1200 students with core
facilities to accommodate 1600. Phase II would provide
space for an additional 400 students for a total of 1600
students. An athletic field would be constructed near the
sand pit area with a total of 45 acres of land needed for
the entire Campus. The common use of the facility would
provide day use for the high school students and night
use by WNCC students.
Mr. Mike Mitchell reported there are questions regarding the
proposed plan and whether it is feasible to build a high
school on this land. A preliminary report requiring a de-
tailed traffic study is key to success of this project.
Utilities require an upgrade to the current sewer line and
cost for this project is still unknown; water and drainage
are being worked on. Noise problems during athletic events
are concerns to the local residents and will be studied in
the future. He stated no final construction figures have
been determined for building on this site.
Mr. Mitchell stated approvals needed prior to construction
are from the Board of Regents for the land transfer; Carson
City School Board approval of site selection; Carson City
Special-Use Permit approval, and voters of Carson City for
bond approval. Land transfer occurs only if the bond issue
passes and that site is selected for the school.
Mr. Mitchell reported on the agreement's key points: trans-
fer of land to CCSD free of charge; free use of high school
facilities by WNCC; reversion clause; joint use of WNCC's
Technology building with control by WNCC; WNCC/UCCSN ap-
proval of location and design of high school for compati-
bility; WNCC/High School Advisory Committee for programs,
services and facilities, and WNCC/High School Conflict
Resolution Team.
President Randolph stated he endorsed this proposal and
feels it is a very innovative way to resolve and deal with
problems since Nevada leads the nation in high school stu-
dents not going on to College. It will also allow high
school students access to technology and a partnership op-
portunity in the development of curriculum as well as a
very efficient use of space. He stated this is a very
powerful concept.
Mr. Foley moved adoption of the request for the transfer
of 50 acres of land located on the property of the WNCC
Campus in Carson City in return for the use by WNCC of
the high school buildings to be constructed on the trans-
ferred property. The transfer shall be contingent upon
the approval by the voters of Carson City of a bond issue
to finance the construction of the high school and upon
the execution of an interlocal agreement between the Board
of Regents and the Carson City School District setting out
the details of the transfer, the use of the high school
buildings and related facilities and such other cooperative
ventures between the parties as may be deemed useful and
necessary. Mr. Alden seconded.
Dr. Derby requested the inclusion of contingencies in the
motion to approve this item. Mr. Foley stated he moved
approval of the whole item as written.
Mr. Alden stated he felt this is a very innovative concept
which is cost efficient and in cooperation with K-16 on a
continual basis. Dr. Eardley stated he supports the concept
to combine the high school with the Community College and
if not for the Public School System it would have been dif-
ficult to establish the Community College System. Dr.
Eardley reported that Archie Pozzi obtained the land for
WNCC years ago and is on the Planning Commission. He asked
whether the Regents have the right to transfer State prop-
erty. Mr. Klasic, General Counsel, stated the Regents have
the right to transfer the property; however, he will verify
how the property was transferred to the Board of Regents
and if there are any restrictions placed on its use. Dr.
Calabro, former WNCC President, previously reported the only
restriction he was aware of was that the land must be used
for educational purposes.
Dr. Eardley requested whether it was possible to grant a
99-year lease to the School District for use of the prop-
erty. Mrs. Price agreed with the possibility of a lease
situation where the School District constructs the buildings
and the Board of Regents holds the property. She is also
concerned about safety and crime issues being a possible
problem. The age mix of 14 and 15 year olds with older
students could also be a problem.
Mrs. Sparks questioned if it would be a problem if School
District did not own the property. Mr. Scott stated that if
the lease was long enough it should not be a problem, and
he would check this with legal authorities. Mrs. Price re-
quested to amend the motion to lease the property for 99
years to the School District. Mr. Foley stated he would not
accept the amendment to lease the property unless there were
legal issues or bonding problems.
Mr. Richard Stewart, WNCC Faculty Senate Chair, stated it is
a privilege to have the Regents on the Fallon Campus and
that he is very proud of the Campus. He reported that the
current CCSD request for WNCC to transfer land has happened
very fast. President Randolph has kept the faculty abreast
of the situation; however, he voiced concern since a feasi-
bility study has not been completed. Since this site is
1 of 5 being considered by CCSD, he is also concerned with
the transfer of 50 acres of land, which is valued at $5-6
million. Only 150 acres remain for WNCC's future growth.
He stated that a traffic study should be completed prior to
November when the bond issue will appear on the ballot.
Mr. Stewart also stated concerns regarding supervision of
high school students who migrate to the WNCC Campus. Mr.
Stewart stated benefits of the land transfer are the addi-
tion of classroom space which would be available to WNCC
for night classes and the use of the athletic field.
Mrs. Price asked if Mr. Stewart had any suggestions. Mr.
Stewart stated he felt currently there is not sufficient
information available and suggested that feasibility and
traffic flow studies be completed before a decision is made.
President Moore stated he appreciated Mr. Stewart's con-
cerns and reported that currently a pilot program is in
effect at the CCSN Cheyenne Campus which was successful
with 200 high school students attending the Community Col-
lege. In the Fall, 200 more students will attend the West
Charleston Campus.
Senator Adler stated that the policy on land transfers was
changed by the Legislature last session. He reported that
he visited the CCSN Campus and was very impressed with the
program. He felt since it works well in Clark County it
could work well Statewide. He stated the cooperative edu-
cation program is the future direction of education in
Nevada. Nevada just does not have enough high school stu-
dents going on to College and this program should get them
into College easier. Any problems that develop will be
handled with the support of the faculty. Senator Adler
has received letters from people who live nearby who sup-
port the transfer, as well as a local developer, and much
support comes from retirees who want their tax dollars used
wisely and efficiently.
Mr. Dan Oster, ASUN President, stated student safety issues
could be dealt with by providing the younger students with
information and education. Combining the 2 facilities would
add to the prestige of the City and the State and it would
serve as a stepping stone for high school students who would
visualize themselves as College students.
Dr. Derby stated she had the opportunity to attend two sepa-
rate meetings which were helpful to her where faculty voiced
their concerns. The mix of high school and Community Col-
lege cultures issues were raised and it was felt that accom-
modations can be made to meet that concern. Cultural dif-
ferences are a nationwide concern and offer many challenges.
Dr. Derby stated it is important that WNCC be comfortable
with the interlocal agreement. She also felt a traffic
study needs to be done and wished there was more time to
make the decision; however, one must take opportunities as
they occur.
Mrs. Gallagher stated that at first she had concerns about
giving up the land; however, with the information presented,
her fears have been alleviated. She feels this is the wave
of the future and Nevada needs to maximize its education
dollars. Mrs. Gallagher stated she strongly supports the
concept.
Mrs. Tammy Westergard, part-time faculty member at WNCC,
read letters from 3 residents who support the concept and
felt it was a positive and favorable approach. One resident
voiced concerns with lighting on the parking lots and ath-
letic field at night. As an Instructor at WNCC she felt it
was beneficial for high school students to have the inter-
vention of College classes early. She stated that she is a
member of a Carson City citizens' group that is raising sup-
port for the bond issue.
Mrs. Price stated this was a solid idea and as Senator Adler
said, will serve as a model for the future. She suggested
leasing the property for 99 years due to implications of a
transfer. She felt it is the Board's obligation to protect
the property value and felt a lease would be better for
future decisions.
Mrs. Berkley seconded. Motion carried. Mrs. Price voted
no.
Regent Graves thanked Senator Adler, members of the Carson
School Board, Superintendent Scott, staff and Mrs. Wester-
gard for their presentations.
23. Approved Lease, GBC
Approved Great Basin College's request for a lease between
the Board of Regents, acting on behalf of Great Basin Col-
lege, and Sunbelt Broadcasting Company and Ruby Mountain
Broadcasting Company. The broadcasting companies will con-
struct a 5000 sq. ft. building on GBC property and will
operate a television broadcasting station on the premises
for rental at $1 per year. GBC will have certain specified
uses of a classroom, broadcasting capabilities, production
and post production facilities, and general service an-
nouncements. This is a 50-year lease with an option to
renew for 25 years. Upon termination of the lease, the
building will belong to Great Basin College.
Mr. Stan Aiazzi reported that Sunbelt Broadcasting Company
and Ruby Mountain Broadcasting Company will provide one
classroom on one acre of land and $35,000 toward inter-
active video equipment. He estimated it will probably cost
an additional $15,000 to completely equip the classroom.
Mrs. Gallagher stated the action to approve the lease is
needed now and a detailed presentation will be made to the
Board in the future.
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval of a lease between the Board
of Regents, acting on behalf of Great Basin College, and
Sunbelt Broadcasting Company and Ruby Mountain Broadcasting
Company. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion carried.
24. Public Comment
Mr. Klasic reported that Robert Ulrich, Assistant General
Counsel, was recently elected to the Board of the National
Association of College and University Attorneys.
25. New Business
None.
The meeting adjourned at 2:55 P.M.
Mary Lou Moser
Secretary