October 4-5, 1996
10-04-1996
Volume 72 - Pages 33-58
BOARD OF REGENTS
UNIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM OF NEVADA
October 4, 1996
The Board of Regents met on Friday, October 4, 1996, in Rooms
201-202, Moyer Student Union, University of Nevada, Las Vegas,
4505 Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas.
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. David L. Phillips
Mrs. Carolyn M. Sparks
Members absent: Mr. Daniel F. Klaich
Mrs. Nancy Price
Others present: Chancellor Richard S. Jarvis
General Counsel Donald Klasic
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; Steven Streeper, TMCC. Student Government
leaders were also present: Dan Oster, UNR; Aaron Rosenthal,
UNLV; Jennifer Lee, ASTM; Joyce Marshall, GSA, UNLV; and Susana
Hermandez, ASCCSN.
Chair Madison Graves called the meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.
with all Regents present except Mr. Klaich and Mrs. Price. Mrs.
Price was serving on active duty on the North American Air
Defense.
1. Approved Resolution for the Sale of Bonds, TMCC
Approved a resolution approving the sale of bonds. At its
August 1996 meeting the Board authorized the sale of bonds
for TMCC in the amount of $1.2 million.
President Wright stated that at the last Board of Regents
meeting TMCC was granted authorization to seek bids. Mr.
Scott Nash, Howarth Montague, stated 5 bids had been re-
ceived and recommended approval of the bid submitted by
Smith Barney Inc. from Seattle, Washington in the amount
of $1,180,000 with a fixed average interest rate of 5.57%.
RESOLUTION NO. 96-4
A resolution designated by the short title "10-1-96
Community Colleges Student Fees Bond Resolution"; con-
cerning the Community Colleges of the University and
Community College System of Nevada; authorizing the
project, paying and discharging of certain outstand-
ing note of the University; authorizing the issuance
of the "University and Community College System of
Nevada, Community Colleges Student Fees Revenue Bonds,
Series October 1, 1996", for the purpose of defraying
in part the cost of such project; accepting on behalf
of the University the best bid for the purchase of
the bonds; providing certain covenants, agreements and
other details, and making other provisions concerning
the Community Colleges, the bonds and the pledged
revenues; ratifying action previously taken and per-
taining to the foregoing matters; providing other
matters relating thereto; and repealing all resolutions
in conflict herewith.
Dr. Derby moved approval of the resolution for the sale of
bonds for TMCC in the amount of $1,180,000 at 5.57% inter-
est. Mrs. Gallagher seconded. Motion carried.
2. Approved the Finance and Planning Committee Report
Chair Dorothy Gallagher presented the report of the Finance
and Planning Committee held September 4, 1996.
The following items were presented for information only:
Debt Management Process and Policy - Vice Chancellor
Tom Anderes and Mr. Scott Nash and Mr. Andy Artusa of
Howarth Montague & Associates, presented a draft
report on debt management and suggested policies and
procedures for consideration. Dr. Anderes related
that he was working with the Business Officers in re-
viewing the draft and would report to the Committee
at its meeting on October 29, 1996.
Mr. Nash defined debt as current use of future income.
The draft contains a list of all System debt, a break-
down of types of debt, slot-tax revenue, savings on
refinancing, bank loans and leases, debt limits and
ratings. Once the new procedures are in place, there
will be an annual review of the report to ensure proper
debt management.
Mrs. Gallagher moved acceptance of the report. Dr.
Derby seconded. Motion carried.
1. Approved the Resolution for Refinancing a Revenue Bond
Approved the request for approval to seek refinancing
of certain UCCSN revenue bonds, and recommended that
UCCSN proceed with that refinancing since the System
has the opportunity to take advantage of the present
bond market for refinancing 1986 revenue bonds at a
lower rate. The refinancing will generate additional
operating funds for operation of the facilities for
UNLV and UNR.
RESOLUTION NO. 96-5
A resolution pertaining to the issuance of bonds
for the purpose of refinancing certain outstanding
bonds of the University; authorizing the Chancellor
to arrange for the sale of bonds; and providing
other matters pertaining thereto.
Vice Chancellor Tom Anderes stated he is working with
Mr. Scott Nash, Howarth Montague & Associates and
Swendseid & Stern on the refinancing of the existing
$16 million in bonds. Mr. Nash reports that this
is a good opportunity for the System to realize ap-
proximately $1.2 million in interest savings and rec-
ommends Board approval to proceed with the sale. Mr.
Nash will report back at the November Board meeting
with bid results.
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval of the request to seek
refinancing of certain UCCSN revenue bonds at a lower
interest rate. Dr. Eardley seconded.
Dr. Eardley asked if the same company would be used to
refinance the bonds. Mr. Nash stated the bonds would
go out to public bid and the original company may not
be the low bid. He further stated that refinancing of
the bonds would result in a $130,000 interest savings
per year realized by the System.
Motion carried.
Finance and Planning Committee Report continues after Item
#9.
Meeting recessed at 9:15 A.M. and reconvened at 12:45 P.M. with
all Regents present except Mr. Klaich, Mr. Phillips and Mrs.
Price.
3. Approved Ballot Question 7
Approved request to endorse the concept of Ballot Question
7 (AJR 35 of the 1993 & 1995 State Legislative Sessions).
Ref. H on file with the permanent minutes.
Mr. Graves introduced Mr. Frank Tussing, Southern Nevada
Certified Development Company and Mr. Tom Guthrie, Nevada
Alliance for Defense, Energy and Business, as Co-Chairmen
of Ballot Question 7. Mr. Tussing distributed a handout
to all Regents and the Chancellor supporting and explain-
ing Ballot Question 7.
Mr. Graves asked if funds have been raised to promote Ballot
Question 7. Mr. Tussing responded that this is a campaign
which started 20 years ago under Governor O'Callaghan at
which time there was a problem with the Constitution in
leveraging funds for the prudent use of small amounts of
public funds to help small businesses qualify for tradi-
tional bank loans. Mr. Tussing futher stated that Nevada
is losing these businesses to other states. The passage
of this constitutional amendment will permit Nevada to con-
sider establishing some sort of public, but independent,
non-profit corporation as a tool to help provide necessary
seed capital to Nevada companies ready to bring commercial
technologies and innovations to the marketplace.
Mr. Tussing further stated that an all-volunteer, Statewide,
grassroots campaign has been organized to inform the voting
public of the importance of Ballot Question 7 via a mail
campaign as well as future media and radio campaigns. Ap-
proximately 40 volunteers Statewide are currently campaign-
ing to raise funds and a Press conference is tentatively
plannned for October 28 with Governor Miller. He stated
this would be another tool for seeking high quality busi-
ness to the State.
Mrs. Sparks asked if these funds would be a combination of
State, federal and private money, whether it would go into
a separate fund and how it would be used? Mr. Tussing in-
dicated the structure is currently being analyzed and models
will be proposed to the Governor and Legislature. The Utah
Technical Financing Corporation, a private, non-profit
corporation which is authorized by the Utah State Legisla-
ture would be a good model to adopt. The Legislature pro-
vided seed money, hired their own staff and the Governor
appointed an independent 11-member board with no direct
link to the Governor.
Mr. Phillips entered the meeting.
Mr. Tussing explained that the non-profit corporation has
been very successful in getting money from private corpora-
tions to fund seed money and has provided loans in the
average amount of $80,000 for a term of 5 years or less to
assist with the start-up of new businesses.
Mr. Graves stated he feels Ballot Question 7 would be good
for the State and for technology.
Mr. Alden moved to approve support of Ballot Question 7.
Mrs. Sparks seconded.
Ms. Berkley stated that she will vote for Ballot Question
7 but has serious reservations about the Board of Regents
publicly endorsing anything other than education-related
issues. She was concerned that this would possibly open
the door for others to approach the Board.
Mr. Graves commented that Ballot Question 7 is directly
related to higher education due to the Dandini Research Park
and the pending Paradise Elementary School project associ-
ated with UNLV. The seed money would help these endeavors
be successful.
Mrs. Sparks wanted to know if Presidents Crowley, Harter
and Taranik supported Ballot Question 7. President Crowley
stated that since 1985 studies have been done by both UNR
and UNLV researching economic development and Ballot Ques-
tion 7 and its prospects. UNR's master plan has a strong
commitment to economic development. He felt this would be
tremendously helpful for research parks and technology
transfer.
President Harter stated that without economic development
funds the Universities' research programs do not have a
chance on their own and that this Ballot Question is direct-
ly related to higher education. Funds would be provided for
Business and Engineering faculty to assist new small busi-
nesses getting started and in the renovation of some build-
ings.
Mrs. Gallagher stated that it is appropriate for the Board
to support the Ballot Question.
Mr. Graves noted for the record that the Board is endorsing
the concept to approve Ballot Question 7.
Motion carried.
4. Introductions
President Harter introduced Dr. Stephen Rice, Associate
Provost for Research, and Dr. Bob Rossman, Interim Dean,
College of Urban Affairs.
President Randolph introduced Elizabeth Jones, Vice Presi-
dent of Student Government, and Dr. Joe De Flyer, Dean of
Arts and Science at WNCC.
Aaron Rosenthal introduced Luis Valeria, Director of Nevada
Student Affairs.
5. Chair's Report
Chairman Graves reported that a meeting was held this morn-
ing with Secretary of Education Riley which was very suc-
cessful. He complimented President Moore on his very im-
pressive presentation of the many joint efforts of higher
education with K-12. The meeting involved the Board, the
State Board of Education, County School Superintendents,
UCCSN Presidents and CCSD Administrators. Following the
meeting a tour was conducted of the Community College High
School located on the West Charleston Campus of CCSN.
6. Chancellor's Report
Chancellor Jarvis acknowledged Ms. Connie Howard, Public
Information Officer, for the exceptional System Viewbook.
The quality of graphics, imagery and design is exceptional.
The System Viewbook highlights higher education in Nevada
and will be circulated to interested students.
Chancellor Jarvis stated there will be 2 System workshops
for Board members, faculty, staff and students. The 1st
workshop is scheduled for October 21, discussing 4-year
programs at the Community Colleges. It will be at DRI in
Las Vegas with guest speakers from Utah and Arizona. The
2nd workshop is scheduled for October 25 which is the first
of a series of P-16 forums which will be offered twice a
year for Administrators, P-12 and higher education Instruc-
tors. This workshop will be at CCSN on the Cheyenne Campus.
Chancellor Jarvis further stated there will be a series of
Board of Regents Workshops starting in November discussing
the School of Medicine Follow-Up Report and Enrollment
Management. In January, 1997 the topic will be Budget Up-
date and LCB Audit Response. Workshops in March, April and
June, 1997 will cover longer range planning issues relative
to Teacher Education/K-16 Partnerships; 4-Year Programs at
Community Colleges; and Benchmarking -- Performance Indi-
cators/Funding Study.
Chancellor Jarvis reported that the search for a Director
of Banking and Investments has been concluded; the Commit-
tee hired Mr. Timothy Ortez who will start on November 7.
The Chancellor extended his appreciation to Ms. Sandi
Cardinal, Chair of the Search Committee, and Dr. Tom
Anderes, Vice Chancellor for Finance, for the outstanding
job they did on the search.
Presidents' Reports:
President Crowley reported that the annual Silver and Blue
dinner will be Friday, October 4 and encouraged all to
attend. On October 16 there will be a groundbreaking and
dedication of the new School of Medicine at UNLV. Presi-
dent Crowley plans to announce the receipt of major gifts
at that time. A new Associate of Science with an Engineer-
ing emphasis is now offered at WNCC, which is developing
into a 2-plus-2 program with the University.
President Harter reported that UNLV recognized several out-
standing students recently: James Min Kim won a Nevada
Centennial Medallion for his outstanding academic perform-
ance; he has a 4.0 GPA in Biology and Chemistry. Judith
Frazier was named the 1996 NCAA Woman of the Year for
Nevada. She is a great track performer with a 3.7 GPA
in Education. President Harter further reported that the
Silver State Documentary Film Festival was on Campus and
was sponsored by the Greenspun School of Communication.
The Writing Center has been expanded to offer seminars and
assistance to students; there is a new Advising Center in
the College of Liberal Arts; and there will be an opening
of the Lied Complex Friday, October 4 at 5:00 P.M.
Vice President Jack Hess reported DRI is sponsoring the
first of several international symposiums on June 9-13,
1997 at the Granlibakken Conference Center, Lake Tahoe,
California. The objectives are to promote greater aware-
ness of scientific issues related to the theme by sci-
entists and policy-makers; to highlight the diversity of
approaches to studies of earth surface processes; and to
promote ways of using scientific knowledge to improve the
decision-making process. The first symposium in this
series will focus on changing water regimes in drylands.
Dr. Hess further stated the primary objective of this meet-
ing will be to identify research needs and priorities for
the first decades of the 21st century which will assist
DRI in setting its research objectives for the future.
President Remington reported a 10% increase in enrollment
at GBC over last year and that 3 new buildings are currently
under construction on Campus: a commercial television sta-
tion, additional classrooms and office space and a new
recreational events center.
President Moore reported a total of 250 high school students
are enrolled in classes which are in collaboration with the
Clark County School District program; advanced placement
courses in some high schools are very successful with 40
sections and over 800 students enrolled; 900 students are
enrolled in advanced technical preparation courses; and
225 high school students are enrolled in the distance
education classes. Dr. Moore stated that CCSN enrollments
have increased between 20-25% over last year.
President Randolph stated that he is very pleased with
President Crowley's support of many of the transfer pro-
grams from WNCC. Currently there are more than 80 pro-
grams that have been articulated between WNCC and UNR in
the areas of Business, Engineering and Education. Last
April the Board of Regents approved the creation of a
Center for Excellence at WNCC. The Center is now in oper-
ation and recently the first annual conference was held
with President and CEO of Harley Davidson the featured
speaker. President Randolph thanked Regent Gallagher and
Chancellor Jarvis for attending and participating in the
event.
Vice President Gubanich reported that it appears the new
building at TMCC will be completed ahead of time. The new
building will provide students with more classroom space.
Mr. Graves introduced Regent-Elect Mrs. Thalia Dondero who will
take office effective January, 1997.
7. Approved the Academic, Research & Student Affairs Committee
Report
Chair Shelley Berkley presented the following report on the
Academic, Research and Student Affairs Committee meeting
held October 3, 1996. Ms. Berkley reported that Vice Chan-
cellor Richardson made a presentation outlining the 1995-96
accomplishments of the Committee. Dr. Richardson reported
the Committee reviewed the following: Academic Master Plans
& UCCSN Strategic Directions, Existing University Admission
Standards and Discussion of Potential Future Directions,
Developments and Trends in UCCSN Research, Distance Educa-
tion, Transfer/Articulation, Faculty Workload/Productivity
and New Academic Programs/Organizational Units.
Ms. Berkley addressed the proposed issues/reports which the
Committee will focus on in 1996-97: Reports on Implementa-
tion of Articulation Initiatives, 4-Year Degree Programs at
Community Colleges, Distance Education, P-16 Cooperative
Initiatives, Regents' Awards, Campus Biennial Assessment
Reports, Campus Annual Reports on the Review of Existing
Programs and Present and Future Directions in Teacher
Education.
Ms. Berkley further stated that there are some issues she
would like the Committee to focus on during 1996-97 which
may be a direct impact of the Welfare Reform Bill on the
Community Colleges due to the emphasis on job training in
order to keep welfare recipients permanently off welfare.
She also suggested a review of student service areas in-
cluding: financial aid, disability services and student
housing issues. Enrollment management, academic advising
and early studies programs are also areas of concern. Ms.
Berkley suggested that one meeting be dedicated to dis-
cussing how UCCSN is dealing with these issues and how im-
provements can be made.
Ms. Berkley also stated she felt not enough recognition is
given to teachers who excel in the classroom and she would
like to see more rewards and incentives given to good
teachers in the future.
Ms. Berkley moved to accept the report as presented. Dr.
Derby seconded. Motion carried.
1. Approved the Bachelor of Music, Jazz Studies, UNLV
Approved the Bachelor of Music with a major in Jazz
Studies at UNLV. The proposed program will focus on
both jazz performance and pedagogy, with emphasis on
jazz history, theory, arranging/composition, improvisa-
tion and form and analysis. It is designed to prepare
graduates for employment in the professional Music
industry. Ref. A on file in the Regents Office.
Ms. Berkley moved approval of the Bachelor of Music,
Jazz Studies, at UNLV. Mrs. Gallagher seconded. Motion
carried.
2. Approved Elimination of Program, UNR
Approved the elimination of the Bachelor of Science
in Material Science and Engineering at UNR. This
program is the least competitive degree offered by a
relatively small Department. As considerable resources
would be required to strengthen the degree, the Depart-
ment has requested that the program be eliminated and
continued emphasis be placed on the bachelor's programs
in Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering. Ref. B on
file in the Regents Office.
Ms. Berkley moved approval of the elimination of the
Bachelor of Science in Material Science and Engineering
at UNR. Mrs. Sparks seconded. Motion carried.
3. Approved Proposed Pilot Program for Reduced Registration
Fees for High School Students in SB204 Courses
Approved the proposed pilot program to reduce registra-
tion fees for high school students in SB204 courses.
The System believes it would be advantageous to stu-
dents, UCCSN institutions and the State to test the
price sensitivity of high school students taking Col-
lege courses through distance education.
The proposed policy is a pilot for one semester; its
impact on enrollments will be evaluated and reported
to the Board as soon as possible in the Spring semester,
1997. The proposed policy is also permissive; a Presi-
dent may elect not to participate.
Ms. Berkley reported that the Committee voted to recom-
mend approval of the concept of lowering tuition fees
for high school students taking SB204 classes because
many high school students are not accustomed to paying
for courses. The Committee requested the Chancellor's
staff to report back to the Board with their recom-
mendations regarding the pilot program.
Chancellor Jarvis reported that System staff and Presi-
dents have worked together and recommend a flat fee of
$25 per course for high school students enrolled in
SB204 courses delivered to a high school site via
electronic means either for dual credit or for College
credit.
Ms. Berkley moved approval that Nevada resident students
attending a Nevada high school during Spring semester,
1997, may enroll in a dual credit or a College or Uni-
versity credit course or courses delivered to a high
school site via electronic means for a $25 registration
fee per course if the course fee is approved by the
institution President and the Chancellor. Mr. Alden
seconded.
Mr. Graves stated this is a tremendous concept and cer-
tainly one of the most important decisions the Board
has made.
Motion carried.
4. Approved Permission for High School Students to Take
UCCSN Courses
Approved lifting the restriction for the number of
credits high school students may take per semester and
recommends approval.
Presently, Nevada high school Juniors and Seniors, ex-
cept for those in Tech Prep programs, are restricted
from taking more than 6 credits of College or Univer-
sity courses in any semester. The System recommends
that this restriction be lifted subject to the approval
of appropriate school and College officials.
Ms. Berkley moved to approve lifting of the restriction
for the number of credits high school students may take
per semester. Mrs. Gallagher seconded.
Mr. Graves asked if counselors would be available for
academic advisement for students electing to take Col-
lege courses. Dr. Randolph stated that a policy has
been established with the State Board of Education re-
garding student advisement and dual credit courses.
Motion carried.
8. Approved Agreement, UNLV
Approved the cooperative agreement with Mc Carran Airport
and to enter into negotiations wih the Clark County School
District.
President Harter introduced several members of the Clark
County School District and Airport Authority: Mary Miller,
Fred Smith, Tina Quigly, Dusty Dickens and Phyllis Meckley.
President Harter stated that this tri-part agreement is an
unusual partnership between the County School District,
Airport Authority and University which will allow the Air-
port Authority to buy the 10 acres of land that the Paradise
Elementary School currently occupies and move the school to
the UNLV Campus, and relocation of the track of which the
Airport Authority would provide up to $1 million so UNLV
would not incur any additional expense. The University
would then be able to lease from the Airport the 10 acres
of land that the school was on for a nominal rate which
could be used later for a research park or other type of
research activities.
President Harter further stated that this is a unique op-
portunity to blend the activities of the Paradise Elementary
School and the College of Education. Many of the students
are high risk students who will receive the benefit through
the partnership between the School District and College of
Education. Teacher Education students would have an oppor-
tunity to have daily exposure to high risk students, and
a wonderful opportunity for the interaction by faculty and
teachers at the Paradise Elementary School. There has been
some discussion regarding the use of joint-use agreements
which would possibly involve UNLV in some governance in that
UNLV faculty may be involved in hiring elementary teachers.
This is a tremendous opportunity to enrich both Paradise
School and the UNLV College of Education. The creation of
a long-term lease with the School District still remains
to be done. At this time, President Harter requested Board
approval of the concept to move forward with more detailed
negotiations with the School District.
A. Agreement, Mc Carran Airport
Approved a cooperative agreement with Mc Carran Airport
(Clark County) whereby the University agrees to imple-
ment construction restrictions and standards on future
building projects on the far west side of the Campus
and in return Clark County agrees to identify County
property controlled by the Department of Aviation which
could be available under long-term lease to UNLV. In
addition, Clark County agrees that if the University
enters into an agreement with the Clark County School
District for the relocation of the Paradise Elementary
School to the UNLV Campus, the Airport Authority will
pay for the cost of relocating the UNLV track facility
on Campus up to $1 million.
Ms. Berkley moved to approve an agreement with Mc Carran
Airport (Clark County). Mr. Phillips seconded. Motion
carried.
B. Negotiations, Clark County School District
Approved UNLV to enter into negotiations with the Clark
County School District for the purpose of developing a
long-term lease agreement whereby the University would
agree to permit CCSD to construct a K-5 Elementary
School on Campus property. The land lease agreement
will include a "joint use" provision whereby the Uni-
versity and CCSD agree to work cooperatively and share
resources in the development of a Professional Develop-
ment School with close ties to the College of Education
and other academic Departments.
Ms. Berkley moved approval of UNLV to enter into nego-
tiations with the Clark County School District. Mr.
Phillips seconded.
Mr. Alden questioned what would happen to the old
Paradise Elementary School site and if UNLV was going
to lease the property. President Harter responded that
UNLV will lease the property for a very nominal amount
and title will be kept by the Federal Aviation Author-
ity. Mr. Alden asked if Legal Counsel had reviewed the
agreement regarding the impact upon the system. Mr.
Marc Cardinalli, Assistant General Counsel, stated that
control of the land stays with the Board of Regents and
UCCSN. If the motion is approved, the Board will be
restricting use of the land. He is now reviewing sample
leases and will be drafting an agreement between the
School District and the University in the near future.
Dr. Eardley requested information regarding where the
students attending Paradise Elementary School reside.
President Harter stated that many are homeless or
transient and are considered high-risk students from
that perspective.
President Harter noted that under Item 8A, the cost of
the relocation of the track would be to a $1 million
maximum. The Airport Authority requested that this
amount be included which requires the Chancellor's
approval. President Harter requested changing the
wording of the item to "...the Airport Authority will
pay for the cost of relocating the UNLV track facility
on Campus up to $1 million", since it is not included
in the language of the Board item.
Mr. Graves agreed to reflect the change.
Motion carried.
Chancellor Jarvis acknowledged the presence of Regent-Elect
Thalia Dondero and recognized her efforts in making the com-
munity aware of the need to move Paradise Elementary School
and the need of a Professional Development School that would
benefit the students and the College of Education.
9. Approved the Audit Committee Report
Chair Mark Alden reported on the meeting of the Audit Com-
mittee held September 4, 1996.
The following item was presented for information only:
Follow-Up Reports on Internal Audits
Mrs. Sandi Cardinal, Director of Internal Audit pre-
sented follow-up reports for the audits previously sub-
mitted to the Committee. All recommendations have been
completed for the following:
Mail Services Department, UNR
Upward Bound Program, UNLV
Police Department, 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
Mr. Alden moved approval to accept the report. Mrs.
Sparks seconded. Motion carried.
1. Approved Internal Audits
Mr. Alden presented the following Internal Audit Reports
as contained in Ref. C on file in the Regents Office.
Fire Protection Training Academy, UNR
Controller's Office Bank Reconciliations, UNR
Motor Pool Department, UNLV
Recharge Centers, UNLV
Mr. Alden moved approval to accept the Internal Audit
Reports as presented. Mrs. Sparks seconded. Motion
carried.
2. Approved the Audit Exceptions Report
Mr. Alden presented the Audit Exceptions Report for FY
95-96. This report was previously mailed to the Board.
This report lists the Internal Audits conducted, the
recommendations made at the time of the audit, and
identifies which items are closed or are still pending.
The Chancellor has directed the Campus Presidents to
review the report and to take appropriate action. It
was pointed out that this report will assist the Busi-
ness Officers in updating procedures and recommending
policy for those areas affecting all institutions of
the System. The report will be prepared twice a year
by Internal Audit.
Mr. Alden moved approval to accept the Audit Exceptions
Report. Mrs. Sparks seconded.
Mrs. Sparks commended Mrs. Cardinal for her efforts in
clarifying information for the Committee as well as for
the fine report she produced. Mrs. Sparks stated that
having the report produced twice a year results in a
more efficient audit process and makes the Regents' job
easier.
Motion carried.
2. Approved the Finance and Planning Committee Report
(continued)
2. Approved Handbook Revision, Controller Function & Deputy
Treasurer
Chairman Gallagher presented the proposed Handbook
changes concerning the defunct System Controller func-
tion and revision of the Deputy Treasurer position to
Director of Banking and Investments.
Staff was directed to make certain Handbook changes
since the System Controller function has not been oper-
ational for 11 years, suggesting that Board policy sup-
porting the activity should be identified appropriately.
The position of Deputy Treasurer is being redesigned to
Director of Banking and Investments requiring changes
to the appropriate sections of the Handbook. Ref. D & E
on file with the permanent minutes.
Note: This item was also considered by the Investment
Committee. See Item 10.2.
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval to amend Handbook policy
as presented. Mrs. Sparks seconded. Motion carried.
3. Approved RFP for System Cost Containment Review
Chairman Gallagher presented the RFP for a cost con-
tainment review and recommends that staff be directed
to prepare the RFP. The System proposed the imple-
mentation of an internal review of administrative
processes focused on enhancing efficiency of opera-
tions. The intent is to become more efficient by
looking at the administrative operations and simpli-
fying the processes. An outside consultant would
define operations and analyze the functions of certain
administrative functions based on cost, staff and
operations. The Vice Chancellor, with the assistance
of the Business Office, will develop the RFP.
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval to direct staff to pre-
pare an RFP for review of administrative processes.
Mr. Alden seconded.
Dr. Derby questioned whether the Committee discussed
the possibility of doing this internally as opposed
to hiring an outside consultant. Mrs. Gallagher stated
that the Committee did consider an internal review;
however, it was decided an outside consultant would
be better suited.
Motion carried.
4. Approved the Allocation of Slot Tax Revenue, 1997-99
Approved the allocation of statutorily mandated slot
tax revenue for the 1997-99 biennium. The proposal
allows the System to allocate the funds for capital
projects which appear on the approved Board of Regents
Priority Capital Improvements Request List. Ref. F
on file in the Regents Office.
Higher education receives the first $5 million of the
slot tax revenue annually which goes to maintenance
projects. The next 20% is used for a variety of pur-
poses including debt service and maintenance projects.
More dollars have been generated over the last few
years based on an increased number of slot machines
in the State. The 1997-99 Biennial Budget Request
provides for $5 million per year for deferred main-
tenance, $8 million per year for debt service and an
additional $2.5 million per year for additional de-
ferred maintenance.
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval of the proposal. Mrs.
Sparks seconded. Motion carried.
10. Approved Investment Committee Report
Chairman Jim Eardley reported on the meeting of the Invest-
ment Committee held on September 6, 1996.
The following items were presented for information only:
1. Status of Director of Banking and Investment - Mrs.
Sandi Cardinal, Chair of the Search Committee reported
that 46 resumes had been received, the Committee had
narrowed the field down to 4 applicants, and interviews
had been scheduled.
2. Performance of Endowments - Mr. Matt Lincoln, Cambridge
Associates, reported the fund asset allocation was with-
in the guidelines of 70/30. He related that TCW Realty,
with which the System invested funds, was nearing matu-
rity (within 2 years) and that investors can request
redemption after 8 years. This account, along with the
Bernstein account will be reviewed by the Committee in
the near future.
3. Discussion of Spending Rate and Administrative Charges -
The Committee reviewed the existing policies on the en-
dowment spending rate which is 4.5%. This rate can
only be changed by the Investment Committee requesting
a change to the full Board. There currently is no
administrative charge on endowments, and, again, only
the Board could change that policy.
On September 18, 1996 the Committee met via telephone con-
ference to review a request for early retirement of TCW
Realty Fund V, effective September 27, 1996. The System
received notification that 2 investors of this fund had
requested early termination. The Fund Managers asked all
investors whether they would also be interested in early
termination. A 2/3 vote of all investors was required.
If only the 2 investors made an early termination, they
would have first call on the amounts received from sales
of property. If 2/3 of the investors voted in favor of
early termination, all investors would receive pro rata
payments.
Under authority of the Regents policy, the Committee voted
for early termination upon the advice of Cambridge Associ-
ates. Policy requires the Committee report this action to
the Board for information. TCW reported that 92% of in-
vestors voted for early termination.
Dr. Eardley moved approval to accept report. Mrs. Sparks
seconded.
Mr. Foley commented that he and Dr. Eardley felt that ter-
mination or altering of the program or fund should not rest
entirely with the Committee; that matters such as these
should go before the Board for approval. Dr. Eardley stated
that this is the only Committee that has full authority to
take this type of action. Mr. Foley stated he felt strongly
that the Committee should not have full authority to ter-
minate investors or change holders of investments, but does
feel it is proper for the Committee to approve moving of
investments.
Mrs. Sparks responded that the Committee has full authority
to hire or terminate Fund Managers so that the Board would
not have to sit through lengthy interviews. Cambridge and
Associates brings recommendations to the Committee for their
review, then the Committee brings its recommendations to
the Board for approval. The idea is the Board trusts the
Committee and its advisors.
Mr. Foley agreed that the Committee would bring its recom-
mendations to the Board for approval but should not have
the authority to hire and fire Managers. He stated he felt
only the Board should have that authority.
Dr. Anderes stated that upon request of the Committee he
conferred with Legal Counsel regarding the guidelines under
which the Committee was governed. Legal Counsel felt that
based upon the current guidelines, the Committee does have
the authority to hire and fire Fund Managers. Dr. Anderes
stated that the $1.2 million TCW Realty Fund V held is a
small amount relative to the total amount of $150 million
invested. He noted that the threshold of amounts the
Committee may terminate or move is not in writing.
Mr. Graves stated that he agreed with Mr. Foley and request-
ed this item be placed on the November Board of Regents
agenda for review. Mr. Alden concurred with Mr. Foley's
comments and agreed this matter needs to go before the
Board for discussion.
Mr. Foley further stated that UCCSN will lose some money on
the termination of TCW and the Board needs to be aware of
this. Mrs. Sparks responded that UCCSN has been losing
money on TCW Realty Fund V for several years and that the
Committee has notified the Board all along.
Motion carried.
1. Approved Commercial Banking Services
Approved the Commercial Banking Services policy direct-
ing staff to prepare an RFP for commercial banking
services for UCCSN and to have in place a new contract
beginning January 1, 1998.
Dr. Eardley moved approval that staff be directed to
prepare an RFP for commercial banking services for UCCSN
and to have in place a new contract beginning January 1,
1998. Mr. Foley seconded. Motion carried.
2. Approved Handbook Change, Controller Function and Deputy
Treasurer
Approved Handbook changes concerning the defunct System
Controller function and revision of the Deputy Treasurer
position to Director of Banking and Investments.
Request was made to direct staff to make certain Hand-
book changes. The System Controller function has not
been operational for 11 years, suggesting that Board
policy supporting the activity should be identified
appropriately. The position of Deputy Treasurer was
redesigned to Director of Banking and Investments re-
quiring changes to the appropriate sections of the
Handbook. Ref. D & E on file with the permanent
minutes.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of the Handbook change con-
cerning the defunct System Controller function and re-
vision of the Deputy Treasurer position to Director of
Banking and Investments. Mr. Alden seconded.
Mr. Foley asked if the Handbook had provisions regard-
ing that Treasurer's Office personnel must be bonded.
Dr. Anderes stated there were no provisions and that
current personnel are not bonded. Mr. Foley then re-
quested that bonding of new personnel be placed on the
November Board of Regents agenda. Mr. Graves concurred
with this request.
Motion carried.
Note: This item was also considered by the Finance &
Planning Committee. See Item 7.2.
3. Approved Additions, Permanent Endowment Fund
Approved certain additions to the UCCSN Permanent Endow-
ment Fund. Ref. G on file with the permanent minutes.
Dr. Eardley moved approval of certain additions to the
UCCSN Permanent Endowment Fund. Mrs. Sparks seconded.
Motion carried.
11. Approved the Campus Environment Committee Report
Chair Jill Derby reported on the meeting held October 3,
1996 at which time the Committee received progress reports
on the UCCSN diversity targets for full-time employees and
students. In June, 1995 the Board adopted UCCSN diversity
goals that provide a long-range target for student enroll-
ment and staff employment for all segments of the System.
5-Year benchmarks to the year 2000 were also established
so that progress could be measurerd against the stated
targets.
This is the first annual progress report.
Full-Time Employees: Targets were set for full-time em-
ployees in 6 job categories, which are defined by the U. S.
Office for Civil Rights and the National Center for Educa-
tion Statistics. Targets are based on institutional af-
firmative action programs, defined as a set of specific and
result-oriented procedures to which an employer commits to
apply good-faith effort. Institutional programs include an
analysis of areas within which the employer is deficient in
the utilization of women and minorities and goals and time-
tables that guide good-faith efforts in correcting these
deficiences.
Progress this year is generally positive and most Campuses
appear to be on track to meet most year 2000 benchmarks and/
or their long-range targets by this date.
Over half of gender equity targets Systemwide were met this
year, and progress was made toward an additional 16%. How-
ever, little or no progress was made for about 1/3 of the
targets. Female faculty and service employees remain the
job categories most underrepresented Systemwide.
Progress toward minority targets was similarly mixed this
year. 40% of minority targets Systemwide were met and
progress was made toward an additional 16%. Little or no
progress was made in 44% of minority targets. Minority
faculty, Administrators and skilled craft employees remain
the job categories most underrepresented Systemwide.
Students: In general, Campuses set their targets in rela-
tion to the demographic composition of their service areas.
The progress this year toward UCCSN student diversity tar-
gets and year 2000 benchmarks is general positive. Most
Campuses appear to be on track to meet their targets by
this date.
All Campuses have met or exceeded their targets for Asian
students.
3 Campuses (CCSN, TMCC and WNCC) have met or exceeded their
targets for American Indian students ad UNLV and GBC made
progress this year toward their targets. Despite lack of
progress this year in this category, UNR is only marginally
below its target.
CCSN met its target for Hispanic students and UNR, UNLV and
GBC made progress toward their targets. Substantial work to
meet targets still exists on most Campuses, however,
Black students remain underrepresented on every Campus and
only UNLV and WNCC made progress this year toward their tar-
gets. Despite lack of progress this year, all Campuses ex-
cept UNR are very close to meeting targets for black stu-
dents.
Dr. Derby stated this is the first year that numbers have
been available regarding the System's diversity goals.
Dr. Derby moved to accept the report. Mr. Phillips second-
ed. Motion carried.
12. Approved the Consent Agenda
(1) Approved the minutes of the meeting held August 9,
1996.
(2) Approved President Crowley's recommendation for emeri-
tus status to the following:
Pharbus Donald Harper, Associate Athletic Direc-
tor, UNR, Emeritus, effective December 18, 1995
(3) Approved President Crowley's recommendation for
promotion for the following:
Dr. H. Scott Bjerke, to Associate Professor of
Surgery, School of Medicine, UNR, retroactive to
July 1, 1996. Ref. C-3 on file in the Regents
Office.
(4) Approved Tenure on Hire, UNLV
Approved tenure on hire for Dr. Sandra Odell in the
Department of Instructional and Curricular Studies,
UNLV.
(5) Approved the Advisory Board, College of Education, UNR
Approved the appointment of the following individual
to the College of Education Advisory Board:
Helen Buck, Carson City
(6) Approved Capital Improvement Fees, UNLV
Approved for use up to $45,000 Capital Improvement
Fee funds to relocate the student newspaper Rebel
Yell from the Donald Moyer Student Union to the Flora
Dungan Humanities building.
(7) Approved Handbook Changes, UNLV
Approved the following Handbook changes to the UNLV
Bylaws:
A. UNLV Bylaws, Title 5, Chapter 6, Chapter III,
Section 8, Annual Evaluation of Faculty. This
amendment adds procedural definition and time
limits to the appeal of an evaluation which will
ensure that faculty members receive fair and
timely decisions. Ref. C-7A on file in the Re-
gents Office.
B. UNLV Bylaws, Title 5, Chapter 6, Chapter II,
Section 10.9, Selection of Departmental Chairmen.
This amendment specifies terms of office and
qualifications of the selection of Department
chairs and School Directors. They are in keeping
with good practice as well as complying with ac-
creditation standards of the Northwest Association
of Schools and Colleges. Ref. C-7B on file in the
Regents Office.
(8) Approved Handbook Changes, Nevada Student Alliance
Constitution
Approved Handbook changes, Title 5, Chapter 21, Nevada
Student Alliance as contained in Ref. C-8 on file in
the Regents Office.
(9) Approved Easement, UNR
Approved Conservation Easement to the California
Regional Water Quality Control Board - Lahontan
Region at the University of Nevada, Reno's Jay Dow
Sr. Wetlands. This easement is part of a wetlands
mitigation involving the Board, Tuscarora Gas Trans-
mission Company and Sierra Pacific Power Company.
One of the 13 ponds at the Dow Wetlands will be im-
proved to lower annual water pumping costs. In ad-
dition, the companies will provide a cash gift of
$25,000 to support wetlands teaching and research
activities. A supporting letter from Lewis Oring,
Director of the Dow Wetlands, and a copy of the
draft Conservation Easement are included as Ref.
C-9 on file in the Regents Office.
(10) Approved the following Interlocal Agreements:
A. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada
Division of Mental Hygiene & Mental
Retardation (Interlocal)
Purpose : To recruit and hire Psychiatrists to
provide direct patient care at the
mental health facilities operated by
the Division.
$$ : $3,180,433 to UNR
Eff. Date: July 1, 1996 to June 30, 1997
B. Parties : Board of Regents/UNR and the Nevada
Division of Child & Family Services
(Interlocal)
Purpose : Victims of Crime Program.
$$ : $41,266 to UNR
Eff. Date: October 1, 1996 to September 30, 1997
C. Parties : Board of Regents/UNLV and Las Vegas
Valley Water District (Interlocal)
Purpose : Master Plan for District's North Well
Field Property.
$$ : $65,000 to UNLV
Eff. Date: Date approved by Board to June 1, 1997
D. Parties : Board of Regents/TMCC and Nevada De-
partment of Employment, Training and
Rehabilitation (Interlocal)
Purpose : Nevada Career Information System.
$$ : Fees to be paid by TMCC based upon
number of students.
Eff. Date: May 30, 1996
E. Parties : Board of Regents/TMCC and Nevada De-
partment of Motor Vehicles and Safety
(Interlocal)
Purpose : Motorcycle Riding Courses.
$$ : $15,000 to TMCC
Eff. Date: July 1, 1996 to June 30, 1997
F. Parties : Board of Regents/CCSN and Nevada De-
partment of Motor Vehicles and Safety
(Interlocal)
Purpose : Motorcycle Riding Courses.
$$ : $30,000 to CCSN
Eff. Date: July 1, 1996 to June 30, 1997
G. Parties : Board of Regents/GBC and Nevada De-
partment of Motor Vehicles and Safety
(Interlocal)
Purpose : Motorcycle Riding Courses.
$$ : $7,000 to GBC
Eff. Date: July 1, 1996 to June 30, 1997
Mrs. Gallagher moved approval of the Consent Agenda. Mr.
Phillips seconded.
Mr. Alden questioned Items 7 & 8 on the Consent Agenda which
are requests for Handbook changes and requested clarifica-
tion of the procedures and the process followed prior to
placement of Handbook changes on the agenda. President
Harter stated there is a very extensive process followed
including approval by Faculty Senate, Provost and President
prior to submission for the agenda.
Motion carried.
13. Approved Appointment, Ad Hoc Committee on Chancellor
Evaluation
Mr. Graves reported that procedures for the evaluation of
the Chancellor provide for a Committee comprised of the
Chair of the Board who is responsible for conducting the
evaluation, assisted by 2 members of the Board selected by
the Chair of the Board. Mr. Graves appointed Dr. Jill
Derby, Vice Chair, and Ms. Shelley Berkley to the Committee.
Mr. Alden moved approval of Dr. Derby and Ms. Berkley to
the Ad Hoc Committee on Chancellor Evaluation. Dr. Eardley
seconded. Motion carried.
14. Approved Appointment, Ad Hoc Committee on Estate Tax
Approved appointment of 2 Regents to serve on an Ad Hoc
Committee on Estate Tax as required by NRS 375A.710. Chan-
cellor Jarvis stated that the statute requires a Committee
comprised of 2 Regents, 2 Administrators, 2 faculty members
and 1 student be assembled which will ensure regional and
institutional balance. The Committee will conduct a detail-
ed complex process of reviewing Title 4, Chapter 10, Section
23. Mr. Graves appointed Mrs. Dorothy Gallagher and Mrs.
Carolyn Sparks to the Committee.
Mr. Alden moved approval of appointments of Mrs. Gallagher
and Mrs. Sparks to the Ad Hoc Committee on Estate Tax. Mr.
Phillips seconded. Motion carried.
15. Approved Gifts and Naming of Colleges & Buildings, UNLV
Approved requests as follows:
A. William S. Boyd School of Law
In August William S. Boyd pledged $5 million to the
proposed new Law School and rallied the support of other
prominent members of the business community to bring
the total additional pledges to approximately $7 mil-
lion. The other donors as of this date are Sunbelt
Broadcasting Company Channel 3 and James E. Rogers,
President and Chief Executive Officer; Michael Gaughan,
Chairman and CEO, Coast Resorts; Jackie Gaughan, Presi-
dent, El Cortez Hotel & Casino; attorney Warren Nelson,
a member of Boyd Gaming's Board of Directors; Samuel
and Pat Lionel, partners in Lionel, Sawyer & Collins
Attorneys; and the Boyd Gaming Corporation. These
donations will be used to supplement start-up funding
for the new Law School. In recognition of Mr. Boyd's
donation and outstanding support of this initiative,
request was made that the new School be named the
William S. Boyd School of Law, contingent upon final
approval of the Legislature to create a Law School at
UNLV.
Ms. Berkley moved approval of naming the William S.
Boyd School of Law. Mr. Phillips seconded. Motion
carried.
B. Greenspun College of Urban Affairs
When UNLV announced plans to create a new College of
Urban Affairs, the Greenspuns began discussion with
the University about providing an additional $1.7 mil-
lion gift to assist with the initiation of this College.
In recognition of the Greenspun family's bequests of
more than $5 million in cash, pledges and in kind gifts,
request is made for acceptance of the latest gift ($1.7
million) as well as approval to name the new College the
Greenspun College of Urban Affairs. The new gift will
be used to hire several Professors in the College as
well as for student scholarships.
Dr. Derby moved approval to accept a gift of $1.7 mil-
lion and naming of the Greenspun College of Urban Af-
fairs. Mrs. Gallagher seconded.
Mr. Foley stated it was appropriate to name this build-
ing after Hank Greenspun and congratulated President
Harter for her suggestion. He further stated that Mr.
Greenspun was known as a very frugal man and recited
a humorous story regarding his fight with the Las Vegas
Sun when a Casino requested the newspaper withdraw ads
because Mr. Greenspun was commenting adversely about
them. He took the matter to court and won and the ads
were restored.
Motion carried.
C. Lied Library
At its June, 1994 meeting the Board of Regents accepted
a gift of $10 million, now grown to $15 million, from
the Lied Foundation Trust to assist with the funding
of the new Library building that UNLV is requesting of
the 1997 Nevada Legislature. Without this generous
gift, the goal of constructing a first-class Library
for the UNLV Campus and the Las Vegas community would
have been made more difficult because of the size of
the requested capital construction appropriation. The
gift has also established a private/public collaboration
on a State building that is likely a harbinger of the
future. For this reason, request is made that the con-
struction of the new Library, if approved by the Legis-
lature, be named the Lied Library to recognize in per-
petuity the Lied estate's substantial contribution to
this premier Campus project.
Ms. Berkley moved approval of naming of the Lied
Library. Mr. Phillips seconded. Motion carried.
D. Stan Fulton Building
Earlier this year the President of Anchor Gaming, Mr.
Stanley J. Fulton, provided a major gift to UNLV that
included $5 million for a building to house the Inter-
national Gaming Institute on the Campus. Request was
made to honor Mr. Fulton's philanthropy by naming the
building the Stan Fulton building and accepting his
gift.
Ms. Berkley moved approval to accept a gift of $5 mil-
lion and naming of the Stan Fulton building. Mr.
Phillips seconded. Motion carried.
E. Paul B. Sogg Architecture Building
In 1988 the UNLV Foundation received a gift of $1.5
million from the estate of the late Paul Sogg for the
Architecture program. Request was made to name the new
Architecture building the Paul B. Sogg Architecture
building in honor of Mr. Sogg's generosity.
Ms. Berkley moved approval of naming of the Paul B. Sogg
Architecture building. Mr. Phillips seconded. Motion
carried.
16. Information Only: Redfield Contract
President Crowley reported than an operating agreement be-
tween UNR, TMCC and WNCC for the Redfield Campus has been
completed. Ref. I on file with the permanent minutes.
17. Approved Loans, UNR
A. School of Mines
Request was made for a loan for the Mackay School of
Mines, UNR. At an earlier meeting, the Board approved
the University of Nevada's request to solicit bids to
complete the Mackay School of Mines Library project.
Source of the loan repayment is royalty payments from
the Marigold Mine. Negotiations for a loan whereby
the lender would take payments when the royalty pay-
ments are received are now under way.
President Crowley stated that this loan will not go out
to bid. At this time he is requesting permission to
negotiate a special low-interest loan with a member of
the Mackay School of Mines Advisory Board whereby pay-
ments would be made when royalties are received. Mr.
Alden requested that the University's financial officers
and Dr. Anderes approve loan arrangements. President
Crowley agreed.
Dr. Derby moved approval for Mackay School of Mines
to negotiate a loan. Mrs. Gallagher seconded. Motion
carried.
B. Loan, Satellite Uplink/Downlink, KUNR
Request is made for approval of a loan between Hal
Kileforth and KUNR in the amount of $78,000 to be used
for a satellite uplink/downlink system to improve KUNR's
signal to service the Bishop, California area. The loan
would be repayable at $10,000 a year plus interest at a
rate of 2.01%. Ref. J on file in the Regents Office.
President Crowley stated this loan will be repaid by
funds generated by fund drives by KUNR.
Mr. Alden moved to approve a loan in the amount of
$78,000 at a 2.01% rate of interest for KUNR. Mrs.
Gallagher seconded. Motion carried.
18. Public comment
Dr. Eardley thanked Mr. Foley for the advice provided to
help his understanding in real estate matters.
19. New Business
Dr. Derby suggested that some time be set aside at the next
Board meeting to recognize the 3 retiring Regents.
Mr. Dan Oster, ASUN President, reported that at the last
ASUN meeting the Senate passed its first recommendation
requesting that UCCSN be designated as a special voter
registration location. This request will be forwarded to
Chancellor Jarvis. The Senate would like to actively lobby
for this at the 1997 Legislature. Mr. Oster stated that
this would allow students to register to vote at the same
time they register for classes. This concept has been used
in Florida and has increased the number of registered voters
in that state. Mr. Oster requested the support of one or
more Regents in this effort.
The meeting adjourned at 3:20 P.M.
Mary Lou Moser
Secretary
help his understanding in real estate matters.
19. New Business
Dr. Derby suggested that some time be set aside at the next
Board meeting to recognize the 3 retiring Regents.
Mr. Dan Oster, ASUN President, reported that at the last
ASUN meeting the Senate passed its first recommendation
requesting that UCCSN be designated as a special voter
registration location. This request will be forwarded to
Chancellor Jarvis. The Senate would like to actively lobby
for this at the 1997 Legislature. Mr. Oster stated that
this would allow students to register to vote at the same
time they register for classes. This concept has been used
in Florida and has increased the number of registered voters
in that state. Mr. Oster requested the support of one or
more Regents in this effort.
The meeting adjourned at 3:20 P.M.
Mary Lou Moser
Secretary
help his understanding in real estate matters.
19. New Business
Dr. Derby suggested that some time be set aside at the next
Board meeting to recognize the 3 retiring Regents.
Mr. Dan Oster, ASUN President, reported that at the last
ASUN meeting the Senate passed its first recommendation
requesting that UCCSN be designated as a special voter
registration location. This request will be forwarded to
Chancellor Jarvis. The Senate would like to actively lobby
for this at the 1997 Legislature. Mr. Oster stated that
this would allow students to register to vote at the same
time they register for classes. This concept has been used
in Florida and has increased the number of registered voters
in that state. Mr. Oster requested the support of one or
more Regents in this effort.
The meeting adjourned at 3:20 P.M.
Mary Lou Moser
Secretary
help his understanding in real estate matters.
19. New Business
Dr. Derby suggested that some time be set aside at the next
Board meeting to recognize the 3 retiring Regents.
Mr. Dan Oster, ASUN President, reported that at the last
ASUN meeting the Senate passed its first recommendation
requesting that UCCSN be designated as a special voter
registration location. This request will be forwarded to
Chancellor Jarvis. The Senate would like to actively lobby
for this at the 1997 Legislature. Mr. Oster stated that
this would allow students to register to vote at the same
time they register for classes. This concept has been used
in Florida and has increased the number of registered voters
in that state. Mr. Oster requested the support of one or
more Regents in this effort.
The meeting adjourned at 3:20 P.M.
Mary Lou Moser
Secretary