Meeting minutes for Consolidated Student Senate University of Nevada, Las Vegas, November 14, 1985

CONSOLIDATED STUDENTS AGENDA Senate Meeting 16-2 November 14, 1985 MSU Lounge 201 4:00 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Approval of Minutes IV. Dismissal of Sam Lieberman, Vice President Pro Tempore. V. Announcements VI.. Board, Committee and Director Reports VII. Old Business vIII. New Business A. Approval of Executive Board Nominations (2/3). 1. Eric Emersen to Judicial Council 2. Robert Cherhoniak to Judicial Council B. Approval of OPI Operating Policy -Tornell. C. Approval of E&P Contracts (mar.) -Novak. D. Approval of an amount not to exceed $1,000 for Organizations Holiday Festival -Muir. E. Approval of nominations to Bylaws Committee. 1. Gub Varona-Chairman 2. Jack Spicer 3. Ron Zayas 4. Mark Dixon 5. Jeff Chadwell 6. Sean Kelleher 7. Kirk Hendrick 8. Tom Muir F. Approval of transfers: 1. Transfer $16.00 from 908 account (Intramurals) to 902 account (Organizations). 2. Transfer $984.00 from 912 account (OPI) to 902 account (Organizations). G. Introduction of Dismissal of John Novak, Entertainment & Programming Director. -Varona, Spicer. IX. Open Discussion X. Adjournment CONSOLIDATED STUDENTS SUPPLEMENT TO THE 16-2 AGENDA EMERGENCY ITEMS New Business H. Approval of $250.00 to All Around Sound for sound on November 8, 19 85. I. Approval of $350.00 to All Around Sound for lighting services for postgame party on 10/5/85 from 9:30-1:45 a.m. J. Approval of $350.00 to All Around Sound for lighting services for postgame party on 9/28/85 from 9:30-1:45 a.m. —Nichols. s jd. UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGAS/4505 MARYLAND PARKWAY/LAS VEGAS, NV 89154/(702) 739-3477 CONSOLIDATED STUDENTS SUPPLEMENT TO AGENDA 16-2 EMERGENCY ITEMS 2 New Business K. Approval of Transfers: 1. Transfer of cash and budget authority from 906 (Contingency account), line item 3000, of $2000, to 907 (Publications/Yearbook account), line item 3000. (This is for supplies and stipends for Fall Semester) 2. Transfer of $4000 cash and budget authority from 908 (Intramurals), line item 1500, to 906 (Contingency), line item 1500. 3. Transfer of $5000 cash from 906 (Contingency account), to 901 (KUNV account). This is to alleviate severe cash shortage problems. NC UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGAS/4505 MARYLAND PARKWAY/LAS VEGAS, NV 89154/(702) 739-3477 CONSOLIDATED STUDENTS MINUTES Senate Meeting 16-2 November 14, 1985 MSU Lounge 201 4:00 p.m. I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 4:09 by Senate President Varona. II. Roll Call Present Senator Adams Senator Anton Senator Chadwell Senator Dela Rosa Senaotr Dixon Senator Harrison Senator Larson Senator Leroy Senator Lieberman Senator Menke Senator Miller Senator Muir Senator Nichols Senator Novak Senator Spicer Senator Susman Senator Swanson Senator Wehremeister Senator Zayas There being quorum, the meeting continued. III. Approval of Minutes The minutes were declared approved with no corrections. IV. Dismissal of Sam Lieberman, Vice President Pro Tempore Senator Dixon moved to limit debate to 15 minutes. There were several objections. Dixon then moved to limit each speaker to 3 minutes. The Senate concurred. Senator Nichols moved to discuss. Senator Dixon seconded. Sam Lieberman addressed the Senate and discussed his working relationship with the Executive Board. Vice President Muir addressed the Senate and explained his reasoning behind the dismissal. There were several questions from the Senators as to what a Vice President Pro Tempore job is and whether or not VP Muir choose him to be his assistant. The Executive Board then addressed the issue, and whether or not Lieberman does his job. UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGAS/4505 MARYLAND PARKWAY/LAS VEGAS, NV 89154/(702) 739-3477 Senate Minutes 16-2 -2- November 14, 1985 Vice President Muir stated that he gave Lieberman several verbal and written warnings. Lieberman questioned what exactly did Muir delegate for him to do. Muir was also concerned with signature power. CSUN President Kelleher was opposed to the dismissal. Senate President Varona had no comments for the Senate. Former Senate President Pro Tempore Nichols was also opposed to the dismissal. Kelleher discussed the working relationship with Lieberman and the Executive Board, and that they worked very well together. For the record: Sam Lieberman stated that Muir had approached him three times to discuss pro tempore and Muir stated that he was his choice. Tom Muir at this time "chuckled" and requested that this be entered into the minutes. Kirk Hendrick requested to address the Senate. The Senate objected to letting him speak. The senate was out of order according to Robert's Rules of Order. The Chair choose not to recognize Hendrick. Senator Zayas appealed the decision of the Chair. Senator Muir objected to the consideration. Senator Susman seconded. Senator Susman still retained the floor and yeiled it to Kirk Hendrick. Hendrick addressed the Senate and discussed the jobs of pro tempore and that there was no communication between Vice President Muir and Pro Tempore Lieberman, nor was there communication between President Kelleher and VP Muir. There are no job descriptions to be followed. Senator Dixon moved to dismiss Sam Lieberman from VP Pro Tempore. Senator Zayas seconded. Favor Dismissal (4) Opposed (13) Abstaintions (2) Senator Adams Senator Chadwell Senator Larson Senator Dela Rosa Senator Muir Senator Harrison Senator Novak Senator Leroy Senator Lieberman Senator Menke Senator Miller Senator Nichols Senator Spicer Senator Susman Senator Swanson Senator Wehremeister Senator Zayas Senator Anton Senator Dixon The motion to dismiss failed with 4 in favor, 13 opposed, and 2 abstaining. Senator Spicer moved to set time of adjournment at 6:00 p.m. accepted by General Consent. This was V. Announcements CSUN President Kelleher introduced all the emergency items. The emergency items were accepted under general consent. Kelleher went on to congradulate the Senate and discuss his trip to L.A. for conferences, sponsored by the Moyer Student Union. Senate Minutes 16-2 November 14, 1985 ti -3- Vice President Muir also welcomed the new Senate and stated that he will set up a job description for his Pro Tempore. VI. Board, Committee and Director Reports Kirk Hendrick, NSA Director reported on his trip to Washington, D.C. and his appointment of Vice President of American Student Association. Hendrick will also be a representative for UNLV as a member of the Department of •Education. Andy Nichols, Appropriations Board discussed the supplemental items and that a law suit will be on our hands if the items are not approved. Dave Penczek, Student Services Director asked the Senate for assistance on his Board, or some input. Ron Zayas, Publications Board Chairman discussed the proposal for the new Media Board. Mike Muir, acting E&P Director discussed James Doohan and the 22nd there will be a post game party and on the 23rd, a dance with SADD. Greg Dorchak, Yellin' Rebel Editor announced that the machines were still down and the Food Drive will be on the second floor. Senator Nichols requested that an emergency item be placed on the agenda to approve $250.00 for the UNLV Intramurals-All Star team to go to play Reno's All Star Team. The item was accepted by General Consent. Mike Muir explained that the monies will go to pay for lodging. Senator Muir moved to approve $250.00 for 2 nights lodging for the UNLV All Star Team to play Reno All Stars. Senator Nichols seconded. The motion passed with 18 in favor, 1 opposed (Leroy) and 0 abstaining. Senator Wehremeister left the meeting at 4:58, excused. VII. Old Business There was no old business. VIII. New Business Senator Novak left the meeting at 5:00 p.m. A. Approval of Executive Board Nominations 1. Eric Emersen to Judicial Council 2. Robert Cherhoniak to Judicial Council Senator Spicer moved to approve as a whole. Senator Swanson seconded. Several senators wished to divide the question. Senator Nichols moved to divide the question. Senator Spicer objected. The motion to divide failed with 9 in favor, 9 opposed (Swanson,Chadwell, Adams, Spicer,Larsen,Dixon,Muir,DelaRosa, Lieberman) and 0 abstaining. The main motion to approve the nominations passed with 13 in favor, 3 opposed (Nichols, Zayas, Miller) and 1 abstaining (Susman). B. Approval of OPI Operating Policy-Tornell This item was introduced. C. Approval of E&P Contracts. Senate Minutes 16-7 -2- November 14, 1985 Senator Nichols asked the Senate to add 3 emergency items to their Agenda. The motion was accepted by General Consent. Emergency Items H.I. and J. H. Approval of $250.00 to All Around Sound for sound on November 8, 1985. I. Approval of $350.00 to All Around Sound for lighting services for postgame party on 10/5/85 from 9:30-l:45a.m. J. Approval of $350.00 to All Around Sound for lighting services for postgame party on 9/28/85 from 9:30-1:45 a.m. Senator Nichols moved to approve items H,I, and J. Senator Dixon seconded. The motion passed unanimously. Two contracts for co-sponsorship were presented. Approval of CSUN/'ZBT co-sponsorship for postgame party on November 22, 1985. Approval of CSUN/SADD co-sponsorship for party on November 23, 1985. Senator Dixon moved to approve both co-sponsorships. Senator Chadwell seconded. Senator Nichols moved t> divide the question. Senator Lieberman seconded. The motion to divide passed with 10 in favor, 5 opposed (Chadwell, Menke, Adams, Larsen, Muir) and 2 abstaining (Zayas,Dixon). Senator lieberman moved to approve the co-sponsorship with SADD on the 23 of November. Senator Nichols seconded. The motion carried with 17 in favor, 0 opposed,and 0 abstaining. Senator Chadwell moved to approve the co-sponsorship with ZBT. Senator Leroy seconded. The party planned for this date was not a co-sponsorship. ZBT was misinformed and the Executive Board apologized to Joe Cook, ZBT's President. There was an apparent mix-up in the days reserved by Entertainment & Programming. The motion to approve a co-sponsorship with ZBT failed with 0 in favor, 16 opposed, and 1 abstaining (Muir). Senator Nichols moved to add to the Agenda Emergency transfers. The transfers were accepted by general consent. K. Approval of Transfers 1. Transfer of cash and budget authority from 906 (Contingency account), line item 3000, of $2000 to 907 (Publications / Yearbook account), line item 3000. 2. Transfer of $4000 cash and budget authority from 908 (Intramurals), line item 1500, to 906 (Contingency), line item 1500. 3. Transfer of $5000 cash from 906 (Contingency account), to 901 (KUNV account). Senator Nichols moved to approve item K as a whole. Senator Lieberman seconded. The motion passed with 15 in favor, 1 opposed (Larsen) and 1 abstaining (Adams). Approval of an amount not to exceed $1,000 for Organizations Holiday Festival. Senate Minutes 16-2 November 14, 1985 ti -5- Vice President Muir moved to approve $1000 for the Holiday Festival, with the Appropriations Board deciding on the account. There were mulitiple seconds. The motion passed with 15 in favor, 1 opposed (Nichols) and 1 abstaining (Lieberman). E. Approval of nominations to Bylaws Committee. 1. Gus Varona-Chairman 5. Jeff Chadwell 2. Jack Spicer 6. Sean Kelleher 3. Ron Zayas 7. Kirk Hendrick 4. Mark Diison 8. Tom Muir Senator Spicer moved to approve all of the nominations. Senator Swanson seconded. The motion was approved by General Consent. F. Approval of t:®ifl.sfers: 1. Transfer $16.00 from 908(Intramurals) to 902 account (Organizations). 2. Transfer $984.00 from 912 account (OPI) to 902 account (Organizations). This item was withdrawn. G. Introduction of Dismissal of John Novak, Entertainment & Programming Director This item was withdrawn. IX. Open Discussion Sandra Muller addressed the Senate and discussed SADD and alcohol in general. Senator Lieberman announced that he will try to work and communicate better with Vice President Muir. Ken Jordan addressed the Senate and gave a report on KUNV and discussed the budget. Senator Spicer commented on the Rocky Horror Picture Show and how some individuals got out of control. X. Adjournment Senate President Varona adjourned the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Gus Varona CSUN Senate President .Attested to by„: Senate Secretary 'san Dute CONSOLIDA"!I D Sil'Oi I\1S Speci al 7igr cement for Co -Sponsor I. CSUN shall be reimbursed in full for all <.-v; . • }-. r.:s i 1 :i ee^rs m producing the ePvL- e- nt. .7 1. The profit remaining shall i hen be divided: 75% to the co-sponsoring organization(s), and 25% to CSUN. III. In the event of Iocs, the loss shall be divided: 25% is? m i l be the obligation of the co-sponsoring organination (s) , and 75% shall be the obligation of CSUN. ;••/!• r:.:ty of ktvada. las v i . c / A ^ - . o s ia'-ai'la;;; iyaavawi/ s vt c a * lv. :9'.^<-.'<>v>?) CSUN KNTLRTA1N-MFM A\D PROGRAMMING WRKCiOR CONSOLIDATED STUDENTS Co-Sponsored Events The following is the general policy which will be employed by relative to co-sponsored events. . • A co-sponsored event shall be defined as any cooperative venture ucted by CSUN and one (1) or more university organization ( s) . ified organizations must submit requests for co-sponsored events he Entertainment and Prograrrrning Board at least 20 -working days >r to event. : ' • -• -.' -1 ... . . Request should be specific in detail as possible, including any anticipated funding which would be required. Request rrade less than 20 working days prior to the event may be turned da^m. 't Er ~tainment and Programrning Board upon approval of the concept the event by the board will, through the chairman, cause to have pecific agreement relative to the specific event drawn up for nature. (If not possible to attain quorum, the'Chairman may act behalf of the Board.) Hie agreement will state specifically the terms of the co-sponsored event relative to the responsibilities and financial considerations of both parties. Every agreement will state that the' CSUN Business Office will supervise the oontrol of and accounting for all revenues and expend-itures . Entertainment & Prograrrrning Chairman will meet with CSUN Business Office to oonfirm that all agreement obligations have been met prior to disbursement of CSUN funds to organization (s) . A profit/loss split between CSUN and the co-sponsoring organization shall be defined in the agreement. Co-sponsoring organizations may be required to supply a deposit. JUN t/erage Manager will supervise the distribution of all alcoholic averages for a co-sponsored event. UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGAS/4505 MARYLAND PARKWAY/LAS VEGAS, NV 89154/(702) 739-3477 Comps. Complimentary admission shall be distributed as follows: Executive Board: 10, all other officers: 2, Department Heads: 2, Yell/KUNV: A each. The CSUN Entertainment & Programming Chairman shall request that the CSUN Business' Office prepare a financial statement on the event upon receiving documentation of all expenditures and revenue. _ A. Expenditures will include all direct expenses relative to the event which are incurred. The Senate will make all final decisions relative to ; / co-sponsored events and any details thereof. The CSUN Business Office shall make all decisions relative to the control of revenues including ticketing controls and ' personnel requirements. : ' •• I V . V. COIs'SOLID/Vil D i,il.'i.>; MS Spoc5.nl 7'.cjrcc;!r.ont fox" Co -f.'r-o s.-.or T. CSUN shall be i exr-bur rod 5 n full for all t. *• . r. f:S> 5 1 j f.-TG 3. .n prodvic 5. ng t he ra* v- on t. .11. The prof5 t rc.-:na5n5.n'j • s hnil 5 hen be divided: V^S io the co-sponsoring organi znti on (s) , and 25% to CM-M. III. In the event of loss, the Doss shall be divided: shrill be the obligation of the co--.sponsoring organi-/at 5 on (s) , and 75% shall be the obligation of CSUN. CONSOLIDATED STUDENTS Co-Sponsored Events The foliating is -the general policy which v.'ill be employed by CSUN relative to co-sponsored events. ; * A co-sponsored event shall be defined as any cooperative venture conducted by CSUN and one (1) or irore university organization ( s) . •I. Qualified organizations must submit requests for co-sponsored events to the Entertainment and Prograirming Board at least 20 working days prior to event. ; .••• - •. ' . -• .•• A. Request should be specific in detail as possible, including any anticipated funding which would be required. B. Request rrade less than 20 working days prior to the event may be turned down. II. The Entertainment and Prograrrrning Board upon approval of the concept of the event by the board will, through the chairman, cause to have a specific agreement relative to the specific event drawn up for signature. (If not possible to attain quorum, the" Chairman may act on behalf of the Board.) A. Ihe agreement will state specifically the terms of the co-sponsored event relative to the responsibilities and financial considerations of both parties. B. Every agreement will state that the' CSUN Business Orfice will supervise the control of and accounting for all revenues and expend-itures . C. Entertainrrent & Programming Chairman will meet with CSUN Business Office to confirm that all agreement obligations have been net prior to disbursement of CSUN funds to organization (s) . D. A profit/loss split between CSUN and the co-sponsoring organization shall be defined in the agreement. E. Co-sponsoring organizations may be required to supply a deposit. III. CSUN Beverage Manager will supervise the distribution of all alcoholic beverages for a oo-sponsored event. UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGAS/4505 MARYLAND PARKWAY/LAS VEGAS, NV 89154/(702) 739-3477 IV. Comps. Complimentary admission shall be distributed as follows: Executive Board: 10, all other officers: 2, Department Heads: 2, Yell/KUNV: 4 each. Vt The CSUN Entertainment & Programming Chairman shall request that the' CSUN Business1 Office prepare a financial statement on the event upon receiving documentation of all expenditures and revenue. , / ' A. Expenditures vzill include all direct expenses relative to the event which are incurred. .The Senate will make all final decisions relative to co-sponsored events and any details thereof. The CSUN Business Office shall make all decisions relative to the control of revenues including ticketing controls and personnel requirements.