NORTHWESTERN MICHIGAN COLLEGE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Regular Meeting
Monday, April 23, 2001
7:00 p.m., Oleson Center

5:30 p.m. DINNER MEETING: The Student Government Association joined the board for dinner and informal conversation. After dinner, the board heard reports and updates from
Tim Nelson (federal consultant); Deborah Disch (security proposal); Kirk Hornburg (aircraft maintenance agreement); and Kathleen Guy (M-TEC capital campaign). No decisions were made or actions taken.

CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. by Chair Michael McManus.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The agenda was approved on a motion by Jack Stegenga, seconded by Cheryl Gore Follette.

PUBLIC INPUT
None.

CONSENT ITEMS
The following items were approved on a motion by Robert Chase, seconded by Elaine Wood:

• minutes of the March 19, 2001 regular meeting, April 16, 2001 study session, and April 16, 2001 special meeting
• contributions for March 2001 of $91,208.68; and the quarterly report
• appointment of Gregory L. LaCross, Biology instructor, effective August 27, 2001. This is a regular, full-time faculty position (replacement).
• appointment of Cheryl Crowley, Computer Information Systems instructor, effective August 27, 2001. This is a regular, full-time faculty position (replacement).
• appointment of Mary A. VanPopering, Mathematics instructor, effective August 27, 2001. This is a regular, full-time faculty position (replacement).
• appointment of Mary J. Elliott, Chemistry instructor, effective August 27, 2001. This is a regular, full-time faculty position (replacement).
• retirement of Cheryl Desforges, Communications instructor, effective April 1, 2001
• resignation of Sue E. Sheffer, Project Manager, effective February 16, 2001
• University Center roof repair project contract awards to D&W Mechanical in the amount of $13,173, and to Bloxom Roofing & Siding in the amount of $41,295 (both plus 10% contingency)
• appointment of Michael Franklin, Physics/Astronomy instructor, effective August 27, 2001, a regular, full-time faculty position (replacement).

All-MICHIGAN ACADEMIC TEAM
Tim Nelson recognized Bryan Arietta and David Christoff, NMC's nominations to the 2001 All-USA Academic Team for community and junior colleges. This recognition is awarded for scholarly achievement and is presented by the AACC, Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society, and USA Today.

OUTSTANDING CHAPTER OFFICER
David Terrell and Kari Kahler, Alpha Rho Pi Chapter Co-advisors, recognized Tanya Donahue, Phi Theta Kappa's "Outstanding Chapter Officer" award recipient. This international award recognizes scholarship, leadership, service and fellowship, and is awarded to only 25 students annually.

EES/SENIOR ACADEMY
Carol Evans, Director of EES, and Gene Cortwright, Chair of the Senior Academy Advisory Council, gave an update on Extended Educational Services, which had about 12 classes for 200 students when it began in 1996, and now offers more than 40 classes to 1728 students.

BUILDING AND SITE COMMITTEE / ISTLC
The Building and Site Committee reviewed the project schedule for the Integrated Science and Technology Learning Center (ISTLC). Cheryl Follette reported that six contractors have been invited to bid on the project, and that bids are due in mid-May with construction to begin in June 2001. The committee is also discussing relocating the clock tower to the entrance of the ISTLC.

The Fed-Ex building has been purchased by NMC and will be ready for occupancy in August 2001. The 18,000 square foot building will be utilized for shipping and receiving and the auto tech program.

The committee has also approved the purchase of a sound system for the Oleson Center.

WEST BAY CAMPUS PARTNERSHIPS COMMITTEE
Robert Chase reported that discussions are continuing with Rotary Charities and Grand Valley State University regarding potential partnerships. Senator George McManus has been contacted regarding state monies available for the project. Dr. Chase also reported that NMC ProgramDirectors will meet to discuss West Bay Campus needs.

FACULTY COUNCIL REPORT
Mike Surgalski reported that Faculty Council will be electing their officers for 2001-2002 on April 30, 2001.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT
President Tim Nelson reminded the board of the many upcoming activities. He thanked them for their willingness to speak to various community groups about NMC's 50th anniversary celebration and for their involvement with the University Center dedication. He also reported that he was elected to the Economic Development Corporation board; that he had visited with Bart Stupak and will submit NMC quarterly updates to the Michigan legislature; and that he had spoken at Odyssey of the Mind.

Bill King has returned to work part-time and Alan Beer is recovering well from his surgery.

GENERAL FUND REVENUE AND EXPENSE STATEMENT / BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS
The general fund revenue and expense statement and budget adjustments for July 1,2000-March 31, 2001 was accepted as presented on a motion by Robert Chase, seconded by Jack Stegenga.

RESOURCE GUIDELINES
On a motion by Elaine Wood, seconded by Walter Hooper, the resource guidelines to be used in the development of the 2001-2002 budget were approved, with one change. Retain the language of Guideline 21 as it was in 2000-2001. Motion passed.

GLMA CONSULTANT
Robert Chase made a motion, seconded by Jack Stegenga, that the administration be authorized to enter into a contract in the amount of $35,000 with the law firm of Preston/Gates/Ellis & Rouvelas/Meeds, LLP, to represent the interests of the Great Lakes Maritime Academy in the United States Congress from March-December, 2001. Motion passed.

DISCUSSION
Board members, Robert Chase, Cheryl Follette, Michael McManus, and Jack Stegenga, recently attended the AACC Conference in Chicago and highlighted the following: student recruitment marketing and the importance of increased enrollment; the importance of service learning; the importance of child-care for students; and the need to gear technology to meet the needs of individual students.

Chair Michael McManus reported on the process and timeline for setting board goals, and asked the board to hold September 28 for their next retreat.

ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:57 p.m.

Recorded by Karen Sabin