Minutes
Alamo Community College District
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
George E. Killen Community Education & Service Center
201 W. Sheridan
San Antonio, Texas
August 16, 2005

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

Chairman Conner called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. and announced that a quorum of trustees was present.

The following trustees were present:

District 1 Dr. Bernard K. Weiner
District 2 Denver McClendon
District 3 Jennifer Ramos, Assistant Secretary
District 4 Marcelo S. Casillas
District 5 Roberto Zárate, Vice-Chair
District 6 Dr. Gene Sprague
District 7 Charles J. Conner, Chairman
District 8 Gary Beitzel, Secretary
District 9 James Rindfuss

CERTIFICATION AND POSTING OF NOTICE

Chairman Conner announced that the notice of the Board meeting had been duly posted at the District Office Building, Northwest Vista College, San Antonio College, St. Philip's College and at Southwest Campus, Palo Alto College, and the Alamo Community College District George E. Killen Community Education & Service Center fulfilling the requirements of the statutes as set forth.

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EXECUTIVE SESSION

Chairman Conner announced that the meeting would adjourn into Executive Session under the statutes providing for such Executive Session at 6:32 p.m.

RECONVENE OPEN MEETING

Chairman Conner reconvened the meeting into Open Session on Tuesday, August 16, 2005 at 7:10 p.m.

INVOCATION

The invocation was given by Dr. Jeff Hassmann, Assistant to the President, Northwest Vista College.

MEMORIALS

Dr. Derrico announced the recent passing of five former faculty members and one staff employee.

Employee Department Service Years
Conchita Bobbitt Nursing Asst. Professor, SAC 1968-1981
Edward Beaty, Jr. Allied Health Asst. Professor, SPC 1983-2005
Gertrude H. Creel English Instructor, SAC 1963-1981
Dick G. Thiesen Dean, Continuing Education Department, SAC 1968-1986
Fred A. Bender Philosophy Professor, SAC 1968-1979
Mariano Valadez Facilities Department, PAC 1991-2005

RECOGNITION OF SPECIAL GUESTS, FACULTY AND STAFF

Dr. Robert Zeigler recognized Professor Emeritus Charles M. Tollefsrud-Hansen from the Foreign Languages Department. Mr. Hansen taught German and ESL at San Antonio College since 1964. He has published several books, is an exemplary professor, served on numerous committees for the college and district, and holds the records for the number of years teaching German at San Antonio College. Mr. Hansen introduced his wife, Charlotte, who is a graduate of San Antonio College

Dr. Robert Zeigler recognized District Wide Employee of the Month for the month of August, Aide Contreras, Accounting Clerk II in the Business Office. Ms. Contreras will go the extra mile to help any employee or students, is prideful in her duties, and assists any staff member and student in clearing any concerns.

Dr. Angie Runnels recognized Professor Emeritus Olga Samples Davis of the English and Speech Department and Professor Emeritus Dr. D.T. Ling of the Mathematics, Computer Science, and Business Administration Department at St. Philip’s College.

42. REQUEST FOR ACCEPTANCE OF PRIVATE GIFTS AND NON-GOVERNMENT GRANTS TO THE ALAMO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

Trustee Rindfuss requested this agenda item be removed from the Consent Agenda. He acknowledged the cash contributors for the month of June which include:
Conjunto Heritage Taller, Texas Book Company, Rene Davis, M. Nancy Guhit, City of SA Community Initiatives, SBC Employee Giving United Way Campaign, George W. Brackenridge Foundation, King William Association, Chromalloy Component Services Inc., Ken D. Little, KSYM, John Keane, San Antonio Area Foundation, Dow Jones Newspaper Fund, Inc., SA Express-News, Automotive Technology Department Memorial for Leonard

Flores, J.A.G Leasing, Harris K. & Lois G. Oppenheimer Foundation, Hispanic Womens’ Network of Texas, The South Texas Higher Education Foundation, Minnie Stevens Piper
Foundation, Lumina Foundation, and the ACCD Foundation. The total donation for the month of June is $300,596.48.

Trustee Rindfuss stated that these donations speak volumes as to what people think about the Alamo Community College District, the course work we provide, and the students for whom we are providing it.

On a motion by Trustee Rindfuss, seconded by Trustee Beitzel, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The Alamo Community College District Board of Trustees hereby accepts the non-governmental gifts and grants made to the Alamo Community College District as of JUNE 1, 2005 through JULY 31, 2005.“

On a motion by Trustee Rindfuss, seconded by Trustee Ramos, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The Alamo Community College District Board of Trustees hereby accepts the contribution of 21 boxes of cookbooks from Margaret Cheryl Kirby.”

Dr. Robert Zeigler recognized Gilbert and Lucille Maldonado, for their donation of jewelry equipment for the Arts and Medals class at San Antonio College. The equipment was from Mr. Maldonado’s father’s jewelry store. Mr. Maldonado recognized family members and friends present. He thanked the San Antonio College staff for their assistance.

On a motion by Trustee Rindfuss, seconded by Trustee Casillas, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The Alamo Community College District Board of Trustees hereby accepts the contribution of jewelry equipment from Philip Maldonado dba Maldonado Jewelry. In memory of Philip Maldonado, a plaque will be presented to the Maldonado family and one will be displayed at San Antonio College. The Board account will be utilized for the plaque expenses.”

1. SPECIAL BOARD MEETING ON JUNE 20, 2005

On a motion by Trustee Zárate, seconded by Trustee Ramos, and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on June 20, 2005 are hereby approved.”

2. REGULAR BOARD MEETING ON JUNE 21, 2005

On a motion by Trustee Zárate, seconded by Trustee Ramos, and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on June 21, 2005 are hereby approved.”

3. SPECIAL BOARD MEETING ON JUNE 28, 2005

On a motion by Trustee McClendon, seconded by Trustee Dr. Weiner, and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The minutes of the Special Board Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on June 28, 2005 are hereby approved.”

4. SPECIAL BOARD MEETING ON JUNE 30, 2005

On a motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Rindfuss, and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The minutes of the Special Board Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on June 30, 2005 are hereby approved.”

5. SPECIAL BOARD MEETING JULY 19, 2005

On a motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Dr. Weiner, and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The minutes of the Special Board Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on July 19, 2005 are hereby approved.”

6. SPECIAL BOARD MEETING JULY 21, 2005

On a motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Dr. Weiner, and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The minutes of the Special Board Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on July 21, 2005 are hereby approved.”

7. CHANCELLOR’S REPORT

Dr. Derrico presented the ACCD Monthly Reports. Trustee McClendon requested that the Department of Public Safety report of offenses be categorized by colleges.

8. INFORMATION REPORT

Carol Riley provided a review of the Summary Activity for May 19 – July 31, 2005. Trustee Sprague stated that it is encouraging to see that the Hotline is being used very responsibly.

9. PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS - QUALITY ENHANCEMENT PLAN PRESENTATIONS

St. Philip’s College
Dr. Angie Runnels stated that the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools requires each institution undergoing reaffirmation of accreditation to submit a Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP).
Dr. Maritha Buremister presented an overview of the accreditation reaffirmation process. The Quality Enhancement Plan is a document developed by the institution that describes a course of action for institutional improvement crucial to enhancing educational quality directly related to student learning.

Karen J. Sides presented an overview on the development of the Quality Enhancement Plan--QEP Goal: In alignment with St. Philip’s College Strategic Plan, Goals 3, SPC Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills through student engagement activities.

San Antonio College
Dr. Johnnie Rosenauer presented an overview of the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) for San Antonio College. The QEP has been sent to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The Goal: By the end of the QEP implementation period, San Antonio College will have significantly improved student learning through enhanced teaching and support strategies. In order to achieve this goal, SAC will establish a professional development initiative, the Raul S. Murguia Learning Institute, which will be comprised of five indicated, interconnected components.

Northwest Visa College
Christa Emig presented an overview on the development of the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) for Northwest Vista College.

The outcomes addressed through the curriculum include: Critical Thinking, Collaboration and Communication.

The QEP Objectives include: Create buy-in for the across the curriculum assessments; assess targeted across-the-curriculum ASK outcomes; use the results; support faculty; and provide financial support to implement and sustain the QEP.

Focus of the Plan: NVC will assess student learning across the curriculum, and use results of these assessments to identify strategies to address opportunities for improvement. Analysis and interpretation of results will be used to focus faculty development offerings to support implementation of these strategies.

10. IMPLEMENTATION OF 3% SALARY INCREASES FOR 2005-2006 FOR FULL-TIME FACULTY

Dr. Derrico stated that the since 1993, faculty increases have been made in accordance with a step schedule, proposed by the Faculty Senate and administration, and approved by the Board. This year, within the same total amount of funding to support a 3% salary increased, the range is approximately 2.5% - 3.5%, with the lower paid faculty in each of the seven pay categories receiving between 3.0% - 3.5%, and the higher paid faculty in each category receiving between 3.0% - 2.5%.

On a motion by Trustee Dr. Weiner, seconded by Trustee Dr. Sprague, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The Board of Trustees approves the implementation methodology for the calculation of full-time faculty salary increases for the 2005-2006 fiscal year be in accordance with the board approved faculty salary step schedule. The average faculty salary increase shall be 3%.”

11. RESOLUTION REGARDING AUTHORIZING SIGNATURES ON GRANTS AND ON CONTRACTS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT GRANTS RECEIVED BY THE ALAMO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT AND ITS COLLEGES

Martha McCabe reported that grant funding sources may request documented proof that the signer of a grant contract is fully authorized to execute the grant and to bind the grantee to the terms of the grant. They may request that this documented proof, granting signature authority, be approved by the grant-seeking organizations’ governing board. Signature authority is being granted to ACCD Chancellor, Vice-Chancellors and College Presidents.

On a substitute motion by Trustee Rindfuss, seconded by Trustee Dr. Sprague, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The Board of Trustees adopts the “Resolution Authorizing Signatures on Grants and on Contracts Necessary to Implement Grants Received by the Alamo Community College District. A monthly report of new grants will be submitted to the Board of Trustees.”

12. ADVANCED TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN LONG TERM CARE NURSING HOME ADMINISTRATOR

Dr. Runnels reported that this program is designed to meet demands by providing an education program that entails all aspects of managing a long term care facility: nursing care, pharmacy, budgeting, dietary, billing, and federal and state regulations.

On a motion by Trustee Zárate, seconded by Trustee Beitzel, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District hereby authorizes St. Philip’s College to offer a Long Term Care Nursing Home Administrator program leading to an Advanced Technical Certificate following approval by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.”

13. GRANTING OF TITLE OF EMERITUS STATUS RAUL M. ZAMORA, JR., PROFESSOR EMERITUS, COUNSELING AND STUDENT DEVELOPMENT - SPC

On a motion by Trustee McClendon, seconded by Trustee Rindfuss, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“In recognition of his long and distinguished service to St. Philip’s College, the title of Professor Emeritus, be conferred upon Raul M. Zamora, Jr., and he is granted all rights and privileges of this title effective upon his retirement date.”

14. RECOMMENDATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

Dr. Derrico thanked Gloria Medellin and staff for their excellent service while the district was in the process of searching for a Human Resources Director.

On a motion by Trustee Casillas, seconded by Trustee Dr. Sprague, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“Appointment of Mr. Celso Guzman, to an administrative contract for the 2005-2006 fiscal year as the District Director of Human Resources effective September 6, 2005.”

15. RECOMMENDATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES OPERATIONS AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Dr. Derrico thanked Val Santos for his many years of excellent service to the Alamo Community College District.

On a motion by Trustee Zárate, seconded by Trustee Beitzel, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“Appointment of Mr. John W. Strybos, to an administrative contract for the 2005-2006 fiscal year as the District Director of Facilities Operations and Construction Management effective September 1, 2005.”

16. FINANCIAL REPORTS

Mr. Ramirez reported that a preliminary report on the 2004-2005 budget will be submitted in the end of September.

On a motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Zárate, and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“These financial reports are hereby accepted as presented.”

17. RECOMMENDATION FOR ACCEPTANCE OF POLICY CODE UPDATES (LEGAL) AND (EXHIBIT) – TASB UPDATE 19

On a motion by Trustee Dr. Sprague, seconded by Trustee Rindfuss, and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

”The TASB Update 19 policy code updates (Legal) and (Exhibit) as listed above are hereby accepted by the Board for inclusion in, or deletion from the District’s Administrative Policy Manual as noted above.”

18. RECOMMENDATION FOR ADOPTION OF PROPOSED EXHIBIT AC - GEOGRAPHIC BOUNDARIES AND SERVICE AREAS

Trustee Dr. Sprague recommended that the staff go to the State to ensure that the ACCD’s geographic boundaries are enforced. Trustee Rindfuss stated that the resolution passed in March was a contingent resolution. Martha McCabe suggested an amended motion be submitted regarding the contingency.

On motion by Trustee Dr. Sprague, seconded by Trustee Rindfuss, and by unanimous vote of the Board, Agenda Item 18 was removed for further review by the Policy and Long-Range Planning Committee.

19. RECOMMENDATION FOR ADOPTION OF PROPOSED LOCAL POLICY DBD – EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS: CONFLICT OF INTEREST

On a motion by Trustee McClendon, seconded by Trustee Beitzel, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“Proposed Local Policy DBD – Employment Requirements and Restrictions: Conflict of Interest (Attachment 1) is adopted as presented. Upon adoption this policy supersedes all previous versions of Local Policy DBD.”

20. RECOMMENDATION FOR ADOPTION OF PROPOSED LOCAL POLICY DDA - CONTRACT AND NONCONTRACT EMPLOYMENT: TERM CONTRACTS

On a motion by Trustee Dr. Sprague, seconded by Trustee McClendon, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“Proposed Local Policy DDA – Contract and Noncontract Employment: Term Contracts (Attachment 1) is adopted as presented. Upon adoption this policy supersedes all previous versions of Local Policy DDA.”

21. RECOMMENDATION FOR DELETION OF LOCAL POLICY CKF - INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES MANAGEMENT: UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE

On a motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Zárate, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“Local Policy CKF – Insurance and Annuities Management: Unemployment Insurance (Attachment 1) is hereby deleted.”

22. RECOMMENDATION FOR ADOPTION OF LOCAL POLICY DGC - EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES: ACADEMIC FREEDOM AND RESPONSIBILITIES

On a motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Dr. Sprague, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“Proposed Local Policy DGC – Employee Rights and Privileges: Academic Freedom and Responsibilities (Attachment 1) is adopted as presented. Upon adoption this policy supersedes all previous versions of Local Policy DGC.”

23. RECOMMENDATION FOR ADOPTION OF PROPOSED LOCAL POLICY BDB - BOARD MEETINGS: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

On a motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Dr. Rindfuss, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“Proposed Local Policy BDB – Board Meetings: Public Participation (Attachment 1) is adopted as presented. Upon adoption this policy supersedes all previous versions of Local Policy BDB.”

24. RECOMMENDATION FOR ADOPTION OF PROPOSED LOCAL POLICY GFA - STUDENT AND COMMUNITY USE OF DISTRICT FACILITIES: CONDUCT ON DISTRICT PREMISES

On a motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Rindfuss, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“Proposed Local Policy GFA – Student and Community Use of District Facilities: Conduct on District Premises (Attachment 1) is adopted as presented. Upon adoption this policy supersedes all previous versions of Local Policy GFA.”

25. RECOMMENDATION FOR REVISION OF TERMS IN LOCAL POLICIES

On a motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Rindfuss, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“References to the Alamo Community College District will be denoted by the term ‘College District’ in the Local Policies CI, CIB, CHA, BBE, DBF, DDC, DEC, BBG, DBB, BFA1, BG, DAA, DEE, and DA.”

26. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING ON AUGUST 16, 2005

On a motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Dr. Sprague, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The Consent Agenda for the Regular Board Meeting of the Alamo Community College District Board of Trustees held on August 16, 2005 is hereby approved.”

Agenda Items Include: *27, *28, *29 *30, *31, *32, *33, *34, *35, *36, *37, *38
*39, *40, & *41.

27. REQUESTS FOR APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATION FOR PROMOTION IN RANK

“The Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District, in accordance with the policies for promotion in rank adopted by the Board, hereby authorizes the granting of promotion in rank to the following faculty members as set forth on the attached Promotion List No. 03.”

28. APPOINTMENT OF FULL-TIME, ADJUNCT AND CONTINUING EDUCATION FACULTY AT THE COLLEGE OF THE ACCD

“Election of full-time faculty for 2005-2006 academic year as submitted by the Presidents of the Alamo Community College District and shown on the attached list(s), is hereby approved.

The appointment of adjunct and continuing education faculty is submitted by the College Presidents and shown on List No. 12 for the 2004-05 year is hereby approved. Further Board action will not be required for these persons to teach in the indicated disciplines. Employment of adjunct and continuing education faculty is contingent upon the instructional needs of the college.”

29. ELECTION FOR APPOINTMENT OF DEAN OF CONTINUING EDUCATION TRAINING NETWORK AT SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE

“Appointment of Timothy L. Rockey as Dean of Continuing Education Training Network at San Antonio College, effective August 17, 2005, as submitted by the President of the College, is hereby approved.”

30. MONTHLY REPORT ON FINANCIAL STATUS OF 2004 MAINTENANCE TAX NOTES

This is an informational item on the Financial Status of 2004 Maintenance Tax Notes.

31. MONTHLY REPORT ON STATUS OF PROJECTS FUNDED BY 2004 MAINTENANCE TAX NOTES

This is an informational item on the Status of Projects Funded by 2004 Maintenance Tax Notes.

32. MONTHLY REPORT ON STATUS OF NORTHEAST COLLEGE TAX REVENUE SET-ASIDE

This is an informational item on the Status of Northeast College Tax Revenue Set-Aside.

33. MONTHLY REPORT ON STATUS OF 2001, 2003 AND 2004 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS

This is an informational item on the Status of 2001, 2003, and 2004 Bond Construction Funds.

34. APPROVAL AND RATIFICATION OF BUDGET AMENDMENT REPORT AND BUDGET TRANSFER REPORT

“Budget transfers and/or amendments as they appear on the Budget Amendment Report and Budget Transfer Report are hereby approved.”

35. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON BIDS FOR BUILDING A AND C RENOVATION – KILLEN COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, FOR THE ACCD FACILITIES DEPARTMENT (BID NO. 05M-088)

“Based on bids received July 21, 2005, the contract is awarded to Sanford-Taylor-Turk L. P., submitting the low base bid plus alternate #1 of $210,820.40 for Building A and C Renovation – Killen Community Education Service Center for the Facilities Department (Bid No. 05M-088). A 10% contingency ($21,082.00) is hereby approved.”

36. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON BIDS FOR PURCHASE OF ONE (1) COMPUTER TO PLATE SYSTEM, FOR THE PRINT SERVICES DEPARTMENT (BID NO. 05M-081R)

“Based on bids received June 29, 2005, the contract is awarded to A.B. Dick Co. of Niles, Illinois, submitting the low bid of $85,500.00 for the purchase of one (1) Computer To Plate System for the Print Services Department (Bid No. 05A-081R).”

37. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON COMPETITIVE SEALED PROPOSALS FOR PARKING LOT ADDITIONS, PALO ALTO COLLEGE (PAC) AND ST. PHILIP’S COLLEGE, (SPC), FOR THE ACCD FACILITIES DEPARTMENT (CSP NO. 05C-038)

“Based on proposals received July 28, 2005, the contract is awarded to Ronald W. Wagner & Co. LP of Kendalia, Texas, submitting the Base Proposal plus Alternates No. 1 and 2 that offer the best value for the District in the amount of $899,655.00 for Parking Lot Additions, Palo Alto College and St. Philip’s College, for the ACCD Facilities Department (CSP No. 05C-038). A 10% contingency ($89,960.00) is also approved for this project.”

38. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON BIDS FOR MODIFICATION OF CHEMISTRY LABORATORY EXHAUST SYSTEM, CHEMISTRY/GEOLOGY BUILDING, SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE, FOR THE ACCD FACILITIES DEPARTMENT (BID NO. 05M-092)

“Based on bids received August 9, 2005, the contract is awarded to Frost & Keeling Associates, Inc. of Mico, Texas, submitting the low base bid of $87,832.00 for the Modification of Chemistry Laboratory Exhaust System, Chemistry/Geology Building, San Antonio College, for the ACCD Facilities Department (Bid No. 05M-092). A 15% contingency ($13,175.00) is also approved.”

39. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON BIDS FOR CLASSROOM FINISH-OUT, NAIL TECHNICAL CENTER, SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE, FOR THE ACCD FACILITIES DEPARTMENT (BID NO. 05C-046)

“Based on bids received July 12, 2005, the contract is awarded to RST Construction, Inc. of San Antonio, Texas submitting the low base bid of $161,623.80 for the Classroom Finish-out Nail Technical Center, San Antonio College, for the ACCD Facilities Department (Bid No. 05C-046). A 10% contingency ($16,162.00) is also approved.”

40. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON COMPETITIVE SEALED PROPOSALS FOR ELEVATOR REPLACEMENTS, SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE, FOR THE ACCD FACILITIES DEPARTMENT (CSP NO. 05M-087)

“Based on proposals received July 28, 2005, the contract is awarded to G.W. Mitchell & Sons, Inc. of San Antonio, Texas submitting the Base Proposal that offers the best value for the District in the amount of $463,000.00 for Elevator Replacements, San Antonio College, for the ACCD Facilities Department (CSP No. 05M-087). A 10% contingency ($46,300.00) is approved for this project.”

41. MONTHLY REPORT ON COOPERATIVE PURCHASES IN EXCESS OF $50,000.00.

“The cooperative purchase report for May/June/July 2005 is hereby accepted.”

SETTING OF NEXT MEETING

A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees in scheduled for Tuesday, September 20, 2005, at the George E. Killen Community and Education Service Center, 101 Community Meeting Room, 201 W. Sheridan.

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m.

Approved for submission to the Board:

Dr. Daniel R. Derrico
Acting Chancellor

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Prepared by:
Sandra T. Mora