December 2007
Regular Board Meeting Minutes

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Minutes
Alamo Community Colleges
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
George E. Killen Community Education & Service Center
201 W. Sheridan
San Antonio, Texas
October 16, 2007

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

Chair Roberto Zárate called the meeting to order at 6:00 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, Vice Chairman

District 3 Jennifer Ramos

District 5 Roberto Zárate, Chairman

District 6 Dr. Gene Sprague (Arrived at 6:17 p.m.)

District 7 Charles J. Conner

District 8 Gary Beitzel, Secretary

District 9 James Rindfuss, Assistant Secretary

The following trustee was absent:

District 4 Marcelo S. Casillas

Presiding Administrator: Dr. Bruce H. Leslie

CERTIFICATION AND POSTING OF NOTICE

Chair Zárate announced that the notice of the Board meeting had been duly posted at the District Office Building (Houston St.), Northeast Lakeview College, Northwest Vista College, Palo Alto College, San Antonio College, St. Philip's College and at Southwest Campus, 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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INVOCATION

The invocation was given by Jorge Trevino, Interim Dean of Institutional Advancement at St. Philip’s College.

CITIZENS TO BE HEARD

There were no citizens to be heard.

MEMORIALS

Dr. Leslie announced the passing of the following active and retired employees: Arthur R. McFarland who served the ACCD from September 1957- August 1984; Henry W. Schirmer who served Palo Alto College from September 1994 – May 1997 as Instructor of Applied Horticulture; Lavon E. Lockwood who served San Antonio College from August 1983 – May 2005 as Assistant Professor of Nursing Education; James B. Riley who served Palo Alto College from August 1985 – October 2007 as Associate Professor of Business Administration; and Eulalio (Eddie) Granado, Jr. who served San Antonio College from October 1975 –October 2003 as Apprentice Electrician.

Chair Zárate recognized Professor Salas’ UTSA Texas Politics class who are observing the board meeting.

CEREMONIALS

Alamo Theatre Arts Council Globe Award Winners

Jeff Hunt, Chairperson of Theatre and Speech Communications, reported that San Antonio College received nine Alamo Theatre Arts Council Globe Awards. The Globe Awards recognize outstanding community and educational theatre productions in acting, direction, set design, and costuming. Dr. Zeigler also mentioned that Paul Trujillo, St. Philip’s College student, was honored for outstanding choreography in the production of Romeo and Juliet.

Alamo WorkSource Annual Awards Luncheon

Dr. Leslie announced that the Westside Education and Training Center received the Alamo WorkSource Award for Excellence Through Community Collaboration/Partnership and Mr. Rafael Brisita won the award for Workforce Professional of the Year. 

The following students received the Excellence Through Individual Achievement Award: Rebecca Casares, Aucencia Huerta, and Sarah Benavidez.

RECOGNITION OF SPECIAL GUESTS, FACULTY, AND STAFF

Student of the Month (October 2007)

Dr. Claunch introduced the October 2007 Student of the Month, Vicky M. Tankoua. Ms. Tankoua was born in Cameroon, Africa; she moved with her family to Ireland in 2002 and to the United States in 2004. She began her college career in 2005 at Delaware County Community College, Pennsylvania, where she completed 38 credit hours earning a 3.6 GPA. She enrolled at Northwest Vista College in 2006 where she has completed an additional 26 hours in just one year while maintaining a perfect GPA and is majoring in Pharmacy/Pre-Medicine. 

District Wide Employee of the Month (October 2007)

Dr. Loston introduced the September 2007 Employee of the Month, Patricia K. Davila, Secretary in the Community & Public Relations Department at St. Philip’s College. As noted in her nomination letter, “she represents the true spirit and soul of St. Philip’s: she believes and values in helping others, no matter the circumstance or situation.” Ms. Davila will be retiring in two months.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

Chair Zárate announced that the meeting would adjourn into Executive Session under the statutes providing for such Executive Session at 6:27 p.m.

RECONVENE OPEN MEETING

Chair Zárate reconvened the meeting into Open Session on Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at 7:02 p.m.

On a motion by Trustee Ramos, seconded by Trustee Beitzel, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the Board of Trustees authorizes staff to acquire property as discussed in Executive Session.

1. Regular Board Meeting on September 18, 2007

On a motion by Trustee Dr. Weiner, seconded by Trustee Beitzel, and by unanimous 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 September 18, 2007 are hereby approved.”

2. Public Hearing on September 11, 2007

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

“The minutes of the Public Hearing of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on September 11, 2007 are hereby approved.”

3. Public Hearing on August 30, 2007

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

“The minutes of the Public Hearing of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on August 30, 2007 are hereby approved as amended.”

4. Report and Discussion on the Professional Development of the ACCD Board of Trustees

Chair Zárate reported that several trustees attended the ACCT Annual Congress in San Diego, California. Chair Zárate attended a session with Dallas and Garland representatives regarding Workforce Development. A round table discussion was facilitated by ACCD entitled Innovative Governance: An Essential Element of Trusteeship Turning Challenges into Opportunities. Trustees Beitzel stated that policies, the ethics compliance officer position, and the hotline were
discussed and examples of items that were corrected were presented. Chair Zárate reported that trustees from the state of Texas have organized a group to discuss how trustees can have a stronger voice at the legislative level.

5. CHANCELLOR’s Report

Dr. Loston reported that three programs were identified as exemplary programs by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board which include: Culinary Arts, and Physical Therapy Assistant, and Respiratory Care/Therapy Therapist. The Respiratory Care program received reaccreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education.

Dr. Zeigler announced that two programs were identified as exemplary programs by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board: Dental Assisting and Medical Assisting. The following programs are pending review: Nursing, Real Estate, Business Management, and Banking and Financial Services.

Dr. Zaragoza and Dr. Zeigler provided an overview of the ACCD Workforce and Academic Programs Standards which included: Chancellor’s Directive; Status of ACCD request to accrediting and licensure organizations; and Status of establishing district-wide academic and workforce education standards.

Dr. Loston provided an update on the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Mobility Program which included: NCLEX Passage Rate Status; Interventions-Administrative; Interventions-Curriculum; Interventions-Student Support; and Interventions-Student Financial Support. Discussion took place on background checks for students in the Nursing and Allied Health programs. The contract with the agency that provides services for background checks will be revisited.

6. Program highlights - St. Philip's College Early Childhood Studies Program Dr. Loston introduced Pam Ray who provided a presentation on the St. Philip’s College Early Childhood Studies Program which included: Mission; Program History; Moving from “Good to Great”; Project Advance; and Student Testimony. 

7. Presentation on the Verano Tax Increment Financing Project Mr. Adrian Lopez from the City of San Antonio provided a presentation on the Verano Tax Increment Financing Project which included: Purpose; Developer; Location; Proposed Development; General Impact; Verano Steps Taken; and Verano Next Steps.

8. Discussion and Possible Action on the Selection of a State Governmental Consulting Firm Mr. Zuniga reported that this minute order is for the approval of a contract with HillCo Partners. This agency will assist in establishing a state legislative agenda and continue to assist the ACCD in keeping relationships with vital state leadership. Discussion took place on establishing goals for the next legislative session and responsibilities and expectations of HillCo partners. Trustee McClendon requested a detailed outline of expectations of HillCo Partners. 

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

“The Board of Trustees hereby approves the selection of HillCo Partners for state governmental consultant services at a fee of $5,000 a month from November 2007 – August 2008.”

9. Discussion and Possible Action on the Selection of a Federal Legislative Consulting Firm Mr. Zuniga reported that d Boykins provided pro-bono services during the past year by facilitating the introduction of five projects for federal earmarked funds. This contract is to assist the ACCD develop and advance its federal legislative agenda. Trustee McClendon requested that goals be established along with a detailed outline of expectations of HillCo Partners. On a motion by Trustee Dr. Weiner, seconded by Trustee Conner, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following corrected minute order was adopted:

“The Board of Trustees herby approves the selection of d Boykins Consulting for federal legislative services at a fee of $5,000 a month from November 2007 – August 2008.”

10. Discussion and Possible Action on the Approval of Funds for the San Antonio Symphony On a motion by Trustee Dr. Weiner, seconded by Trustee Conner, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The Alamo Community College District Board of Trustees hereby approves the funding of the 2008 residency program between the Symphony Society of San Antonio and the Alamo Community College District on behalf of St. Philip’s College in the amount of $52,500.”

11. Discussion and Acceptance of Closed Real Estate Transactions – North Central Campus On a motion by Trustee McClendon, seconded by Trustee Dr. Weiner, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

"RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees authorized the District’s staff and attorneys to acquire the following property for the Alamo Community College District for a new North Central Campus under the terms and conditions acceptable to the Director of Acquisitions and Administrative Services.

This purchase is now closed and title has passed to the District within the parameters authorized by the Board and, therefore, the Board accepts this report for the public record.”

This purchase is now closed and title has passed to the District within the parameters authorized by the Board and, therefore, the Board accepts this report for the public record.”

 12. Discussion and Acceptance of Closed Real Estate Transactions – St. Philip’s College

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:

"RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees authorized the District’s staff and attorneys to acquire the following properties for the Alamo Community College District on behalf of St. Philip’s College under the terms and conditions acceptable to the Director of Acquisitions and Administrative Services. 

 13. Discussion and Acceptance of Closed Real Estate Transactions – San Antonio College

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

"RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees authorized the District’s staff and attorneys to acquire the following properties for the Alamo Community College District on behalf of San Antonio College under the terms and conditions acceptable to the Director of Acquisitions and Administrative Services. 

On a motion by Trustee Conner, seconded by Trustee Dr. Weiner, and by unanimous vote of the Board, agenda items 14-28 were adopted.

14. Discussion and Possible Action on Bids Received for the Construction of a Grounds & Storage Building, St. Philip’s College for the ACCD Facilities Department (CSP. No. 08C-002)

"Based on proposals received September 11, 2007, the contract is awarded to Baron-Long Construction, LTD. of San Antonio, Texas, offering the best value proposal of $550,500 for the Construction of a Grounds & Storage Building, St. Philip’s College plus Alternate #1 for the ACCD Facilities Department (CSP No. 08C-002). A 10% contingency ($55,050) is also approved."

15. Discussion and Possible Action on Bids Received for the HVAC Renovations for Fletcher Administration Building, San Antonio College for the ACCD Facilities Department (CSP No. 08C-004)

"Based on proposals received September 13, 2007, the contract is awarded to Pugh Constructors, Inc. of San Antonio, Texas, offering the best value proposal of $1,063,000 for the HVAC Renovations for Fletcher Administration Building, San Antonio College for the ACCD Facilities Department (CSP No. 08C-004). A 10% contingency ($106,300) is also approved."

16. Discussion and Possible Action on Bids Received to Furnish and Install a 12” Water Loop, San Antonio College for the ACCD Facilities Depart (CSP no. 08C-005)

"Based on proposals received September 13, 2007, the contract is awarded to Jacob Plumbing and Utility Inc. of Hondo, Texas, offering the best value proposal of $488,220 to Furnish and Install a 12” Water Loop, San Antonio College for the ACCD Facilities Department (CSP No. 08C-005). A 10% contingency ($48,822) is also approved."

17. Monthly Report on Purchases in Excess of $50,000 on Board Approved Unit Price Contracts “The report on purchases in excess of $50,000.00 on Board Approved Unit Price Contracts is hereby approved.”

18. Discussion and Possible Action on Northeast Lakeview College Capital Improvement Program Architecture/Engineering Services “The Board of Trustees hereby approves the fee negotiated with Ford, Powell & Carson Architects & Planners, Inc. in the amount of $76,522 for Architect/Engineering Services for the $450,000,000 General Obligation Bond Projects at Northeast Lakeview College and approves all allowed reimbursable costs per RFP No. 06C-029.”

19. Discussion and Possible Action on Northwest Vista College Capital Improvement Program Architecture/Engineering Services “The Board of Trustees hereby approves the fee negotiated with Alamo Architects, Inc. in the amount of $37,045 for Architect/Engineering Services for the $450,000,000 General Obligation Bond Projects at Northwest Vista College and approves all allowed reimbursable costs per RFP No. 06C-029.”

20. Discussion and Possible Action on Architecture/Engineering Services St. Philip’s College, Southwest Campus Preventive Maintenance “The Board of Trustees hereby approves the fee negotiated with West East Design Group, L.L.C. in the amount of $70,350 for Architect/Engineering Services for the St. Philip’s College (SPC) Southwest Campus (SWC) Material Management Renovation Schematic Design preventive maintenance project and approves all allowed reimbursable costs per RFP No. 06C-108.”

21. Discussion and Possible Action on Palo Alto College Capital Improvement Program Architecture/Engineering Services “The Board of Trustees hereby approves the fee negotiated with Rehler Vaughn & Koone, Inc. in the amount of $137,045 for Architect/Engineering Services for the $450,000,000 General Obligation Bond Projects at Palo Alto College and approves all allowed reimbursable costs per RFP No. 06C-029.”

22. Discussion and Possible Action on Guaranteed Maximum Price Palo Alto College Capital Improvement Program Construction Manager at Risk Spaw Glass Contractors (RFP No. 06C-121) Veterinary Technology Building Telecommunications Wiring “The Board of Trustees hereby approves the Guaranteed Maximum Price Construction Manager at Risk fee negotiated with Spaw Glass Contractors in the amount of $193,704 for the Palo Alto College Veterinary Technology Building Telecommunications Wiring, RFP No. 06C-121.”

23. Discussion and Possible Action on Bids Received for Site Drainage Improvements East Side of Palo Alto College for the ACCD Facilities Department, (CSP No. 08C-008)

"Based on proposals received September 20, 2007, the contract is awarded to R. L. Rohde General Contracting, Inc. of Adkins, Texas, offering the best value proposal of $353,943.00.00 for Site Drainage Improvements East Side of Palo Alto College for the ACCD Facilities Department (CSP No. 08C-008). A 10% contingency ($35,394.00) is also approved."

24. Discussion and Possible Action on Bids Received for Retaining Wall Replacement and Parking Lot Improvements at Corner of French Place & Belknap Street, San Antonio College, for the ACCD Facilities Department, (Bid No. 08C-009)

"Based on bids received September 20, 2007, the contract is awarded to Alamo City Constructors of San Antonio, Texas, submitting the low bid of $71,000 for the Retaining Wall Replacement and Parking Lot Improvements at Corner of French Place & Belknap Street, San Antonio College for the ACCD Facilities Department (Bid No. 08C-009). A 10% contingency ($7,100) is also approved.

25. Discussion and Possible Action on Bids Received to Furnish & Install Telecom Ducting for DPS Station, San Antonio College, for the ACCD Facilities Department (Bid No. 08C-010) 

"Based on bids received September 20, 2007, the contract is awarded to Cortes Contracting, Inc. of San Antonio, Texas, submitting the low bid of $53,560.00 to Furnish & Install Telecom Ducting for DPS Station, San Antonio College for the ACCD Facilities Department (Bid No. 08C-010). A 10% contingency ($5,356.00) is also approved."

26. Discussion and Possible Action Selection of Professional Design Service Companies for Design and Construction Administration for the First Responders Academy Project on an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Basis (Bid No. 08C-012) 

“Based on proposals received September 27, 2007, the contract is awarded to O’Neill Conrad Oppelt Architects, Inc. of San Antonio, Texas for the Design and Construction Administration of the First Responders Academy Project on an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) basis (RFP No. 08C-012). The term of this biennial contract includes no guaranteed minimum. The contract fee for the contract will be approved by the Chancellor or his designee.”

27. Discussion and Possible Action Selection of Professional Design Service Companies for Master Planning for the North Central Campus on an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Basis (Bid No. 08C-013)

“Based on proposals received September 27, 2007, the contract is awarded to O’Connell Robertson & Associates Architects Inc. of San Antonio, Texas for Master Planning for the North Central Campus (RFP No. 08C-013). The term of this biennial contract includes no guaranteed minimum. The contract fee for the contract will be approved by the Chancellor or his designee.”

28. Discussion, Recommendation and Possible Action Selection of Professional Design Services Companies for a District Wide Space Inventory and Utilization Plan on an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Basis, (Bid No. 08C-014)

“Based on proposals received September 27, 2007, the contract is awarded to Facilities Programming and Consulting for a District Wide Space Inventory and Utilization Plan on an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Basis (RFP No. 08C-014). The term of this biennial contract includes no guaranteed minimum. The contract fee for the contract will be approved by the Chancellor or his designee.”

29. Approval of Financial Reports 

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

“The financial reports are hereby accepted as presented.”

30. State Auditor’s Contact Hour Report Mr. McLaughlin reported that the State Auditor’s Office has determined that ACCD has no errors in its Contact Hour Report.

31. Report on Status of Audit Response Plan Trustee McClendon reported that this item was discussed in detail at the October 9, 2007 Audit, Budget & Finance Committee. No action was required on this item.

32. Report on the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s review of ACCD’s Annual Financial Audit Reports for Fiscal Years 2005 and 2006 Ms. Major reported that the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board has accepted the ACCD’s Annual Financial Audit Reports for Fiscal Years 2005 and 2006. Trustee Dr. Sprague recommended that the results of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and State Auditor reports be made available to the public.

33. Discussion and Possible Action on Annual Appointment of Faculty at St. Philip’s College On a motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee McClendon, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The individuals identified on the attached list for the Alamo Community Colleges, having met the criteria for faculty status are hereby appointed as faculty for the St. Philip’s College for the 2007-08 academic year. An employment agreement for each individual will be issued for a period of nine months. Summer employment agreements will be issued only for the required instructional needs of the College. All salaries are subject to the availability of funds to support the faculty salary schedule. This selection to the Alamo Community Colleges does not preclude cross-college assignment of faculty, if the need for such assignment provides benefit for the instructional needs of the District.”

34. Discussion and Possible Action on Full-Time, Adjunct & Continuing Education Faculty 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:

“Selection for 2007-2008, 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 full-time faculty as shown on List No. 9 and Adjunct and Continuing Education faculty is submitted by the College Presidents and shown on List No. 3 for the 2007-2008 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.”

<Agenda Items 37 & 45 were pulled from the Consent Agenda for discussion.>

37. Discussion and possible action on bids received for Triennial Contract for Garbage and Trash Removal Services, for the ACCD Facilities Department (Bid No. 07M-103) Mr. Strybos reported that the contract is for garbage and trash removal. Recycling services will be explored to include cardboard, aluminum, and plastic. On a motion by Trustee McClendon, seconded by Trustee Conner, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

"Based on the bid received August 30, 2007, the contract is awarded to Waste Management of Texas, Inc., of San Antonio, TX, submitting the estimated low base bid of $144,690.00 annually for the Triennial Contract for Garbage and Trash Removal Services, for the ACCD Facilities Department (Bid No. 07M-103).”

45. Northeast Lakeview College Tax Revenue Set-Aside Summary Report

Trustee Conner requested that because of the Northeast Lakeview College not being funded, he is requesting that funding for the North Central Campus be discussed at the Board Retreat. On a motion by Trustee Conner, seconded by Trustee Beitzel, and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:

“The monthly report on Northeast Lakeview College Tax Revenue Set-Aside Summary is hereby accepted as presented.”

35. Approval of the Consent Agenda of the Regular Board Meeting on October 16, 2007 On a motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Conner, 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 Colleges Board of Trustees held on October 16, 2007 is hereby approved, which includes: *36, *38, *39, *40, *41, *42, *43, *44, *46, *47 and *48.

36. Monthly report on cooperative purchases in excess of $50,000.00 “The cooperative purchase report for September 2007 is hereby accepted.”

38. 2006/2006A/2007 General Obligation Bond Capital Improvement Program Summary and Expenditures by Account Report “The monthly report on the 2006/2006A/2007 General Obligation Bond Capital Improvement Program Summary and Expenditures by Account is hereby accepted as presented.”

39. 2006 Maintenance Tax Notes Summary and Expenditures by Account Report “The monthly report on the 2006 Maintenance Tax Notes Summary and Expenditures by Account is hereby accepted as presented.”

40. Construction Status of 2006 Maintenance Tax Notes Projects Report “The monthly report on the Construction Status of 2006 Maintenance Tax Notes Projects is hereby accepted as presented.”

41. 2001/2003/2004 Combined Fee Revenue (CFR) Bond Summary and Details of 2001 CFR Bond Construction Fund and 2001 CFR Expenditures by Account Report “The monthly report on 2001/2003/2004 Combined Fee Revenue (CFR) Bond Summary and Details of 2001 CFR Bond Construction Fund and 2001 CFR Expenditures by Account is hereby accepted as presented.”

42. 2004 Maintenance Tax Notes Summary and Expenditures by Account Report “The monthly report on 2004 Maintenance Tax Notes Summary and Expenditures by Account is hereby accepted as presented.”

43. Construction Status of 2004 Maintenance Tax Notes Projects Report “The monthly report on the Construction Status of 2004 Maintenance Tax Notes Projects is hereby accepted as presented.”

44. 2005 Maintenance Tax Notes Summary and 2005 Combined Fee Revenue Bond Summary Report “The monthly report on 2005 Maintenance Tax Notes Summary and 2005 Combined Fee Revenue Bond Summary is hereby accepted as presented.”

46. Approval and Ratification of Budget Amendment Report and Budget Transfer Report “Budget amendments and/or transfers as they appear on the Budget Amendment and Budget Transfer Reports are hereby accepted as presented.”

47. Gift Receipt Report “The Alamo Community College District Board of Trustees hereby accepts this report on the private gifts and grants made to the Alamo Community College District and the Alamo Community College District Foundation, Inc. as of SEPTEMBER 1, 2007 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2007.”

48. GRANTS AND CONTRACT DEPARTMENT REPORT

“The Alamo Community College District Board of Trustees hereby accepts this report on the grants and contracts (public) made to the Alamo Community College District as of SEPTEMBER 1, 2007 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2007.”

SETTING OF NEXT MEETING

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees is scheduled for Tuesday,

December 11, 2007, at the George E. Killen Community and Education

Service Center, 101 Community Meeting Room, 201 West Sheridan.

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m

Approved for submission to the Board:                                  Prepared by:

Dr. Bruce H. Leslie                                                                 Sandra T. Mora

ChancellorAdministrative Assistant