University of Nevada System Board of Regents meeting minutes

BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA SYSTEM Pine Auditorium, Jot Travis Student Union University of Nevada, Reno July 30, 1990 The Board of Regents met on the above date in the Pine Auditorium, Jot Travis Student Union, University of Nevada, Reno. Members Present: Mrs. Dorothy S. Gallagher, Chairman Mrs. Shelley Berkley Dr. Jill Derby Dr. James Eardley Mr. Joseph M. Foley Dr. Lonnie Hammargren Mr. Daniel J. Klaich Mrs. Carolyn M. Sparks Mrs. June F. Whitley Others Present: Chancellor Mark H Dawson President Anthony Calabro, WNCC President Joseph Crowley, UNR President John Gwaltney, TMCC President Robert Maxson, UNLV President Paul Meacham, CCCC President Ronald Remington, NNCC President James Taranik, DRI Mr. Donald Klasic, General Counsel Dr. Warren Fox, Vice Chancellor Mr. Ron Sparks, Vice Chancellor Ms. Mary Lou Moser, Secretary Also present were Faculty Senate Chairmen Richard Brown (UNR) Isabelle Emerson (UNLV), Paula Funkhouser (TMCC), Louis Grandieri (Unit), Michael McFarlane (NNCC), Steve Mizell (DRI). Chairman Dorothy Gallagher called the meeting to order at 8:10 a.m. Monday, July 30, 1990. Approved the Consent Agp.nda - Approved the Consent Agenda (identified as Ref. filed with the permanent minutes) containing the following: (1) Approved the following interlocal agreements: A. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and State Department of Education (Interlocal contract) Effective: August 6, 1990 to June 30, 1991 Amount: $3,120 to UNR Purpose: UNR to provide tuition waivers for 30 students for "Special Problems in Education" class conducted under direction of Dr. Neal Ferguson, Division of Continuing Education. B/R 7/30/90 Page 2 1. Approved the Consent Agenda (continued) B. UNS Board of Regents/UNLV and State Job Training Office (Interlocal contract) Effective: September 1, 1990 to August 31, 1991 Amount: $27,445 to UNLV Purpose: UNLV to conduct research monitoring progress of former JTPA participants. Dr. Eardley moved adoption of the Consent Agenda, and approval of the prepared agenda with the authority to change the order of items as specified throughout the meeting. Dr. Derby seconded. Motion carried. Chairman Gallagher relinquished the gavel to Regent James Eardley, Chairman of the Budget and Finance Committee, which sat as a committee of the whole. 2. Budget and Finance Committee - The Budget and Finance Committee, meeting as a committee of the whole under the chairmanship of Regent Eardley, acted as follows: Vice Chancellor Sparks presented a draft of the UNS 1991-93 Biennial Budget Request which consists of a "Base Budget" and "Priority Requests for New Funding". The "Base Budget" extends the current year (FY 91) operating budget into the next biennium with adjustments for projected student enrollment increases, requests to fund previously approved budget formulas, adjustments for past legislative actions, inflation and selected special adjustments. "Priority Requests for New Funding" will strengthen existing programs, provide funds for new initiatives and new program development, provide salary increases for UNS professionals, and strengthen management and computing systems. A total of 225.5 new faculty are requested in the "Base Budget" along with 53 additional classified support staff directly tied to instruction. Funds to improve formulas recommended to the 1987 Nevada State Legislature by an interim legislative committee which studied how Nevada funds higher education also are included in the base budget request. These formulas are designed to shore up the infrastructure of UNS institutions by providing a stable, dependable budget addressing basic needs. Student enrollment is projected to increase by approximately 13% over the biennium. UNS exceeded budgeted enrollments in 1989-90 and therefore, fiscal 1991 enrollments have been reprojected as well. B/R 7/30/90 Page 3 Budget and Finance Committee (continued) Included in the "Base Budget" is an increase in non-resident tuitxon from the current level of $1,650 per semester to $1,800 per semester to become effective Fall 1991 and to $1,950 effective Fall 1992. Resident fees for university students are increased by $3 per credit ($2 to be retained the operating budget and $1 outside) effective Fall 1991 and $2 per credit ($1.25 to be inside the operating budget and $.75 outside) effective Fall 1992. Graduate fees are increased by $6 per credit ($4 to be inside the operating budget and $2 outside) effective Fall 1991, and by $7 per credit ($4.50 to be inside the operating budget and $2.50 outside) effective Fall 1992. For the community colleges, resident fees are increased by $2 per credit ($1.50 to be inside the operating budget and $.50 outside) effective Fall 1991, and by $l per credit ($.75 to be inside the operating Budget and $.25 outside) effective Fall 1992. These increases are intended to help fund the new formulas for added support services, libraries, equipment and graduate assistants as well as costs associated with the increases in enrollment. The "Base Budget" requested for fiscal 1991-92 increases by 26.2% over 1990-91 and by an additional 9.5% for fiscal 1992-93. The total "Priority Requests for New Funding" is $89.6 million. Summary schedules of the biennial budget requests are outlined in the draft of the UNS 1991-93 Biennial Budget Request, which was distributed at the meeting and is filed in the Regents' Office. questionnaire which was compiled by the UNLV Alumni Association. The questionnaire is filed in the Regents' Office. Vice Chancellor Sparks stated that the base budget provides funds necessary to maintain existing programs. Due to the growth projections, approximately $13 million requested to maintain the budget the first year of the biennium. The parameters set by the Board of Regents are as follows: Full funding of the formulas adopted in 1986 by the Legislative Committee Studying Funding of Higher Education. To provide full funding of these formulas It will cost about $22.2 million for the first year of the biennium. These formulas include the following: B/R 7/30/90 Page 4 Budget and Finance Committee (continued) a. Support services formulas for academic support, student services, institutional support and operation and maintenance of facilities. b. Improved full-time/part-time instructional ratios at the community colleges to provide the four institutions with more full—time faculty. Currently the ratio is 60% full-time, 40% parttime. UNS seeks the ratio enjoyed nationally, 70%/30%, to provide a more stable workforce. c. A graduate assistant formula for UNR and UNLV to increase graduate assistant salaries and to create additional graduate assistant positions. d. Library book acquisition formulas based upon the number of programs offered, number of faculty and number of students. e. An annual equipment replacement formula based upon equipment inventories and price indexes. A 5% cost-of-living increase for all professional employees for each year of the biennium is included in professional salaries, and will cost approximately $5.6 million the first year of the biennium. Teaching assistants, letters of appointment, wages and departmental operating costs have been increased by 5% per year to provide for anticipated cost-of-living increases, and will cost approximately $2 million for the first year of the biennium. A 3.0% merit pool fcpr all professional employees is included in professional salaries, and will cost $1.1 million for the additional 1% being added the first year of the biennium. Funds to maintain equipment purchased with "one-shot" appropriations and Estate Tax funding as provided by the 1989 Legislature are included at 6% of the acquisition costs, and will cost $500,000. Special provisions addressing unique situations are incorporated, such as utility rate increases, increased usage, expected increases in insurance costs, increased rent, postage, and mandatory federal regulations for the handicapped. This will cost about $4.5 million the first year of the biennium. B/R 7/30/90 Page 5 Budget and Finance Committee (continued) 7. Grants-in-aid have been adjusted for fee increases and graduate assistants, and will cost approximately $3.3 million for the first year of the biennium. 8. State funding to continue the EPSCoR program for the second year of the biennium is included in the Special Projects budget. The state will be asked to increase funding by $519,612. 9. Operating funds have been added for new facilities scheduled to come on line during the next biennium, and will cost approximately $600,000. All of these numbers are estimated costs for the first year of the biennium and subject to adjustments when the base budget is finalized. The primary components of the formulas are the student/ faculty ratios and student enrollment projections for each campus. The tables in the budget document display current ratios, enrollment projections, and the supporting formulas used to construct the budget. Vice Chancellor Sparks indicated that the base budget increase in 1992 is $52.8 million, and will increase by $23.4 million in 1993. Mr. Foley requested a response to a more equitable distribution for UNLV which was posed by the UNLV Alumni Association questionnaire. Vice Chancellor Sparks stated that full funding of the formulas will resolve most of the differences and directed Mr. Foley to pages 27 and 53 which address the budget for scholarship funding. Scholarship funding has been equalized within this budget request. Pages 102, 104, and 105 address partial funding for instructional operating increases where the budget request will allow the campuses to achieve one-half of equalization during the next biennium with full equalization by the following biennium. Vice Chancellor Sparks explained that the budget request was built to include this equalization two bienniums and in fact, the funding recommended for UNLV would have taken them more than one-half towards equalization during the next biennium (approximately $70 below UNR). J y There was a lengthy discussion in regard to equalization of salaries for new faculty, and Vice Chancellor Sparks indicated that the budget request reflects the agreement that new faculty would be budgeted at the current year's average budgeted salary for existing faculty. UNR's average faculty salary is approximately $47,000 and UNLV's is $45,000. vice Chancellor Sparks felt very strongly that salaries may be over budgeted in this request B/R 7/30/90 Page 6 2. Budget and Finance Committee (continued) and suggested that we avoid over budgeting in instruction so that funds might be allocated to other critical areas. He stated that there has already been a request for transfer of funding from the instructional operating budget to other sources such as academic support and instructional support which might indicate an excess in the current budget in instruction. Dr. Eardley stated that both UNR and UNLV were competing to hire new faculty. The established formula determines how many new faculty are to be allotted to each campus by the number of students. He stated that new hires for the last year were budgeted at an equal salary level between the two campuses. He questioned why there was a difference in this budget request, and Vice Chancellor Sparks indicated that UNLV over budgeted the salaries in the past, therefore the campuses agreed to use the current year's average budgeted salary for existing faculty. President Maxson explained that UNLV could have hired all full professors which would have increased the average salary, but being conservative had hired some instructors. He explained that local instructors are hired to fill positions and that UNLV can hire three junior professors to one full professor. He requested that new faculty positions be funded at the same level between the universities and that the community colleges have the same equity level between their institutions. Mrs. Gallagher stated that she was very concerned about the integrity of the base budget. The University of Nevada System has agreed with the Governor's Office and the legislature to guard and preserve the approved parameters of the base budget which enables the legislature to understand and accept the budget request at each legislative session. The base budget must maintain consistency at each session. She stated that if the base budget did not follow the established guidelines, then it would be subject to a line-item review by the legislature. The base budget, as it is presented at this time, is not difficult to defend and the legislature does not question the base budget too often, because of the guidelines that have been set. UNS needs to lobby other priorities during the legislative session, and to present the base budget with little change in its structure. Mr. Foley stated that he did not feel it was the responsibility of the Chancellor's staff to meet with the Governor and the Legislative Counsel Bureau to discuss the UNS budget revests. He stated he felt that a change in this process is needed, however, other Regents did not agree with this viewpoint. B/R 7/30/90 Page 7 2. Budget and Finance Committee (continued) Vice Chancellor proceeded to review the individual campus budget requests and answered various questions presented bv the Board. ^ Dr. Hammargren entered the meeting. Mr. Foley moved approval for partial equalization of the instructional operating budget and that the differences on each campus be reduced by one-half and moved into the base budget. Mrs. Sparks seconded. Regents Gallagher and Klaich opposed. Vice Chancellor Sparks indicated that the presidents had agreed to place the equalization funds in Priority 2: Improving Instruction. Klaich stated that the guidelines of the base budget have already been stretched by including the cost of living increase. He emphasized that UNS must be very candid when presenting the budget to the Governor and legislature. President Crowley stated each campus had backed out certain priority requests in order to keep the budget creditable. He questioned if the campuses could now include the removed priority requests into the budget, with the Board indicatinq no further changes should be made. Motion carried. Mr. Foley moved approval of the salaries for new faculty to be comparable for both universities and for the four community colleges. Mrs. Sparks seconded. Motion carried. Vice Chancellor Sparks reviewed the "Priority Requests for New Funding". UNS requests new funding which is grouped into four categories: requests for new initiatives and new program development, requests for improving instruction, professional salary and compensation requests, and requests tor improvement of management and computing systems. The requests have been prioritized as follows: B/R 7/30/90 Page 8 2. Budget and Finance Coininittee (continued) Priority No. 1: Professional Compensation and Part-Time Community College Faculty Salary Increase Priority No. 1 contains the UNS request for increases in salary and compensation for faculty and administrators. Results of the latest salary surveys indicate that UNS has fallen further behind in its goals to be among the institutions within the top quartile of the 51 principal land-grant universities. In fiscal 1988, the average salary level for UNR faculty was 10.7% below the top quartile while UNLV faculty salaries were 14.2% below. The fiscal 1990 survey indicates that UNR is now 13.4% below the top quartile, and UNLV is 14.6% below. The UNS community colleges in fiscal 1988 were 15.2% below the top quartile of the 47 medium-enrollment urban community colleges surveyed. The fiscal 1990 survey now shows them to be 21.1% below. The proposal contained in this priority calls for UNS to pick up 5% of the employee's current 10% contribution to their retirement system in the first year of the next biennium and the additional 5% the second year. By the end of the biennium UNS professional employees would have 100% of their retirement contributions paid by the State as is the case with other state employees and public school teachers. Additionally, this priority provides for increasing the faculty salary allocation at the community colleges to the same level at all institutions and increasing the allocation to $18,375 in fiscal 1992 and to $19,294 in fiscal 1993. Dr. Derby moved approval to increase allocation of part-time salaries to be equalized to the full-time salary level and accomplish this over the next two biennium. Mrs. Whitley seconded. Mrs. Gallagher and Mr. Klaich felt that if this is approved then the legislature would have to be re-educated on the definition of part-time faculty, which are an intricate part of the System. There is a difference between staffing ratio and the funding ratio. The legislature may be confused on this issue and may think that UNS is deleting the part-time faculty, which is not true. This perception problem must be ^^^^®ssed. Mr. Klaich stated that he was sympathetic to the funding needs of the community colleges, but this is a serious distortion of funding formulas which are being discussed at the last moment of the budgeting process. B/R 7/30/90 Page 9 Budget and Finance Committee (continued) Dr. Derby stated that her intentions are to place the parttime salaries at the same level as they were prior to 1975. She felt that as it is now, UNS is doing a disservice in underpaying part-time faculty. President Crowley stated that this change will cost several million and is changing the priority budget. The campuses have backed out some of their own priorities to keep in line with the Board's parameters. He requested that the campuses be allowed to come forth with their other priorities for reconsideration. His request was denied. Motion carried. Regents Gallagher and Klaich opposed. It was clarified for Vice Chancellor Sparks that this change would occur in Priority 1, not the base budget. Vice Chancellor Sparks proceeded with the review of the priorities. Priority No. 2: Improving Instruction This priority contains UNS requests for improving instruction. Included in this request are changes in student/faculty ratios, request for instruction and research equipment, faculty travel and development funds, scholarships for disadvantaged students, additional instructional operating support for faculty, and the addition of teaching assistants at WNCC. Except for inst^ction and research equipment, the largest single request in his priority is for changes in the student/faculty ratios. The budget request outlines the current ratios along with the proposed changes on page 99. Priority No. 3: Improving Management and Computing Systems Included in Priority No. 3 are the campuses administrative and academic computing requests, the UNS request to establish a Southern Regional Data Center and to complete the Management Information System, funding for the community colleges Business and Industry, and Mining Technology technology funds for DRI and some additional facilities planning staff for the Chancellor's Office. B/R 7/30/90 Page 10 2. Budget and Finance Committee (continued) The request to establish the Southern Regional Data Center and to complete the Management Information System allows for UNS to continue efforts to enter into a mainstream computer environment and to provide modern hardware and software for administrative and academic computing needs. The campus computing requests contain funding for both academic and administrative computing activities. Priority No. 4: New Initiatives and Support Programs Contained in Priority No. 4 is a request to spend $5 million over the biennium in estate tax funds for program development. Currently there are virtually no funds available for the campuses and DRI to use in developing programs. Use of the estate tax funds for this purpose would comply with the intent that estate tax funding be used to enhance and develop programs in higher education. Funding is also requested in this priority for state matching of a new experimental program to stimulate competitive research (EPSCoR). This competitive grant is currently being reviewed by the National Science Foundation and will require state matching if UNS succeeds in its application. Provision is made in this priority for the expansion of the University Press publications program and the establishment of a Southern Nevada Office for the Press. Other programs requested include land acquisition for the two universities, rural health programs for the community colleges, and research projects for DRI. Mr. Foley moved approval to consider any other budget requests and encouraged all presidents to submit requests for needs. Mrs. Berkley seconded. Clarification was made that the 1991-93 Biennial Budget Request must be presented to the Governor's Office on September 1, 1990 and that the next meeting of the Board of Regents' is scheduled for August 30-31, 1990. It is too late to make substantial changes to the budget request. Faculty members are involved in this process and it would be difficult to gather information from them during the summer months. It was suggested that the budget be approved today. Mrs. Berkley withdrew her second. Motion died for lack of second. B/R 7/30/90 Page 11 The open meeting recessed at 12:50 p.m. and reconvened in a Closed Personnel Session at 1:00 p.m. Monday, July 30, 1990 with all Regents present. ' Personnel Session - Upon motion by Mr. Klaich, seconded by Mrs. Whitley, the Board moved to a closed personnel session for the purpose of discussing the character, alleged misconduct, professional competence or physical or mental health of a person in accordance with NRS 241.030. Upon motion by Mrs. Whitley, seconded by Mrs. Sparks, the Board moved to open session. Motion carried. The open meeting reconvened at 2:10 p.m. Monday, July 30, 1990 with all Regents present, except Regent Hammargren. 4• Report of the Investment Committee - The Investment Committee met in Reno on July 11, 1990 to review the evaluation committee's report on the three bids received in response to an RFP for UNS Custodial Banking Services. The Investment Committee had forwarded for Board consideration a recommendation to award the bid for UNS Custodial Banking Services to Security Pacific Bank. Mr. Klaich commended Secretary Moser for the thorough and descriptive set of minutes she prepared for the Julv 11 1990 meeting. ' Mr. Klaich moved approval to award the bid UNS Custodial Banking to Security Pacific Bank. Dr. Eardley seconded. Mrs. Gallagher abstained due to conflict of interest. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Foley stated that he felt that the evaluation process on custodial banking should be made by the Board of Regents and that the Chancellor's staff should be available for answering questions and explaining the day-to-day process. He revested that the evaluation process be discussed by the full Board, and Mrs. Gallagher assured him that this would be a topic of a future Regents' Workshop. Report on Law School , TTNT,V - President Maxson introduced Dr. John Unrue, UNLV Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, who is working with the advisory committee for a proposed law school at UNLV. Dr. Unrue stated that a consultant. Dr. Steve Smith, Dean of Law at Cleveland University, has been hired and is finalizing a feasibility study on the need for a law school in the state of Nevada. Dr. Smith has worked closely with the Center for Business and Economic Research at UNLV and has stated that there is a demand for a law school in Nevada at this time. B/R 7/30/90 Page 12 5. Report on Law School, UNLV (continued) Dr. Haiiunargren entered the meeting. Recommendations from Dr. Smith include a high quality school criteria be established with strong faculty members, research records, publications, high standards of students, a library containing 250,000-300,000 volumes, which would cost approximately $2.5-3 million, faculty salary be placed above the national average, financial aid for students, and a guaranteed low student/faculty ratio. Dr. Smith has related that it will be an expensive program and that the greatest initial cost will be the 130,000 net square foot building, which he estimated at $15-18 million. Dr. Smith has also estimated $5-6 million would be needed to operate the school on an annual basis. Private funding will be necessary, but UNLV must have a dependable base funding from the state legislature. Dr. Unrue stated that UNLV is aware of the UNS budget process and does not want to violate the process. On behalf of the committee, he requested $750,000 from the legislature to be granted for architectural planning. Dr. Eardley questioned whether money had been allocated in the priority for capital improvements, and Dr. Unrue stated that at this time it had not. Klaich felt that the request was not being processed in the correct fashion in that the law school program has been pre-supposed prior to the building request. Dr. Unrue stated that the committee was being presumptuous, but has received approval of the advisory committee to develop plans law school. Mr. Klaich stated that he had reviewed the last report on a proposed law school which indicated there was not a need for a law school in Nevada. He requested a survey and report be compiled similar to the study chaired by Mr. William Beko. Upon questioning, it was concluded that a discussion of a proposed law school has not come before the Council of . President Maxson stated that the advisory committee was approved by the Board of Regents, therefore the committee took it upon themselves to hire a consultant and will be receiving his report soon. Mr. Foley, member of the advisory committee, stated that a feasibility study was being prepared and will be presented to the Board of Regents at the August meeting. He stated that there should be some consideration to approach the upcoming legislature-for funding. B/R 7/30/90 Page 13 5. Report on Law School, UNLV (continued) Mrs. Berkley stated that she was uncomfortable in approving the request for $750,000 for planning purposes without a feasibility study to review. Chairman Gallagher stated for the record that there is some urgency for this discussion, in that if approved, the budget would have to be altered prior to the September 1 deadline in which the budget must be presented to the Governor. Vice Chancellor Sparks indicated that an amendment to the budget could be requested after the budget is submitted to the Governor and emphasized that this request would not require a change in the priorities. President Maxson stated that the feasibility study will be sent to the members of the Board of Regents prior to the August meeting, therefore Board consideration can be given to the proposed law school and be placed on the capital improvement list. The meeting adjourned at 3:05 p.m. Mary Lou Moser Secretary of the Board Dr. Dr. Mr. Dr. Mr. Mrs. BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA SYSTEM Pine Auditorium, Jot Travis Student Union University of Nevada, Reno August 30-31, 1990 The Board of Regents met on the above date in the Pine Auditorium, Student Union, University of Nevada, Reno. Members Present: Mrs. Dorothy S. Gallagher, Chairman Mrs. Shelley Berkley Jill Derby James Eardley Joseph M. Foley Lonnie Hammargren Daniel J. Klaich Carolyn M. Sparks Mrs. June F. Whitley Chancellor Mark H Dawson President Anthony Calabro, WNCC President Joseph Crowley, UNR President John Gwaltney, TMCC President Robert Maxson, UNLV President Paul Meacham, CCCC President Ronald Remington, NNCC President James Taranik, DRI Mr. Donald Klasic, General Counsel Dr. Warren Fox, Vice Chancellor Mr. Ron Sparks, Vice Chancellor Ms. Mary Lou Moser, Secretary Faculty Senate Chairmen Alan Balboni (CCCC), Richard Brown (UNR), Don Carlson (WNCC), Isabelle Emerson (UNLV) Steve Mizell (DRI), Acting Chairman Bill Baines (TMCC), and Acting Chairman Richard McCarty (NNCC), and student association Others Present: Dorothy Gallagher called the meeting to order at 10:10 a.m. Thursday, August 30, 1990. 1. Agenda - Approved rhe Consent Agenda -4-' filed with the permanent minutes) containing the following: (1) Approved the minutes of the regular meeting held foon ' 1990 end the special meeting held July 30, X ^ ^ w • (2) Approved the gifts, grants and contracts, listed in Qzlf filed with the permanent minutes. (3) Approved an Advisory Committee for the Small Business Development Center at UNLV. The purpose of this committee is to provide advice and counsel to the Center on matters affecting small business ownep/managers, to advise in the development of shortand long-range plans for the Center, and to assist and B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 15 1. Approved the Consent Agenda (continued) promote communication between the southern Nevada small business community and state, local, and federal governments and other local and civic organizations. The following are appointments to the Small Business Development Center Advisory Board at UNLV: Ted DeCorte, Las Vegas Mary MacNabb, Las Vegas Helen Myers, Las Vegas William Schulze, Las Vegas Karen Galatz, Las Vegas Norm Schroeder, Las Vegas Tom Gutherie, Las Vegas Gene LeFave, Las Vegas Kitty Boozer, Las Vegas Faye Patton, Las Vegas Mike Tobler, Las Vegas Ed Joyce, Las Vegas Lee Walker, Las Vegas Sidra Kain, Las Vegas Paula Young, Las Vegas Norval Pohl, Las Vegas Lee Plumlee, Las Vegas Marie Papile, Las Vegas Jan Morrison, North Las Vegas (4) Approved the following appointments to the UNLV Social Work Advisory Board; Continuing Members Jim Dunton, Las Vegas Donna Hall, Las Vegas Vincent Fallon, Las Vegas Barbara Hammargren, Las Vegas Jerry Griepentrog, Carson City John Mendoza, Las Vegas New Members Charlotte Crawford, Las Vegas Miriam Shearing, Las Vegas Jim Euler, Reno Marsha Slotten, Henderson Sherman Hatcher, Jean James W. Tyree, Las Vegas Bob Raney, Las Vegas Garth Winkler, Las Vegas Mark Schofield, Las Vegas Denell Hahn, Las Vegas (5) Approved the transfer of water rights from the University to the City of Reno/Sierra Pacific Power Company for work relating to the Engineering Lab Facility and the Motor Pool Storage Facility on the north end of the UNR campus. (6) At the May meeting of the Board of Regents, student registration fees were increased. In order to continue grants-in-aid and fee waivers at the same level as previously existed, it is necessary to amend Title 4, Chapter 18, Section 9 of the Board of Regents' Handbook by adding the general improvement fund fee to the authorized fee waiver for community colleges only. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 16 Approved the Consent Agenda (continued) (7) Approved the following interlocal agreements: A. UNS Board of Regents/UNLV and Nevada 125th Anniversary Commission (Interlocal Contract) Effective: September 1, 1990 through June 30, 1991 Amount: $4,690.00 — 3,250.00 grant to UNLV plus $1,440.00 match Purpose: Women in Nevada History Project. UNLV to produce two color posters of women in Nevada history for distribution to schools, universities and community colleges. B. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and Nevada 125th Anniversary Commission (Interlocal Contract) Effective: July 15, 1990 through June 15, 1991 Amount: $33,586.00 — $1,798.00 grant to UNR plus $31,788.00 match Purpose: Nevada Garments of the Nineteenth Century Project. UNR to research Nevada historical costumes in everyday life in 19th century and publish findings. C. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and Nevada 125th Anniversary Commission (Interlocal Contract) Effective: July 15, 1990 through June 30, 1991 Amount: $3,500.00 — $2,700.00 grant to UNR plus $800.00 match Purpose: Nevada Oral History on Microfiche. UNR to produce microfiche master of complete collection of oral histories to enable widespread, inexpensive distribution of copies. D. UNS Board of Regents/UNR and Nevada Department of Human Resources/Mental Hygiene and Mental Retardation Division (Interlocal Contract) Effective: July 1, 1990 through June 30, 1991 Amount: $36,200 maximum to UNR Purpose: UNR to provide clinical supervision of social work students. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 17 1. Approved the Consent Agenda (continued) Mr. Klaich moved adoption of the Consent Agenda with the amendment to item (6) above, which states that the Handbook change is applicable to community colleges only, and approval of the prepared agenda with the authority to change the order of items as specified throughout the meeting. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion carried. 2. Introductions - Mr. Klaich stated for the record that he had received a telephone call from a constituent who highly commended the appearance of the grounds and dormitories at UNR. He requested President Crowley to relay this message to Vice President Pat Miltenberger, and Associate Dean John Marschall. President Meacham introduced ASCC President Phil Morgan and ASCC Treasurer Allan Miles. President Gwaltney introduced Acting Faculty Senate Chairman Bill Baines. President Remington introduced ASB President Toni Mendive. President Crowley introduced College of Business Administration Dean Laurie Larwood, and College of Human and Community Sciences Dean Jean Perry. 3. Chairman's Report - Chairman Gallagher informed the members of the Board that the Science and Technology for Nevada's Economic Future Workshop was well attended and that a task force has been developed. Dr. Derby requested a workshop summary be distributed to the members of the Board. -Chairman Gallagher stated that Newmont Gold has invited the members of the Board and UNS officials on a tour of their facilities in conjunction with the October Board of Regents' meeting to be held in Elko. -Chairman Gallagher stated that she had met with the Academic Master Planning consultants and felt that each consultant was very enthusiastic about Nevada and the University of Nevada System. Vice Chancellor Warren Fox introduced Dr. Harold Enarson, chairman; Dan Fallon; and Doug Burris. The consultants have met with personnel on each campus and have instructed the campuses to forward draft reports to the Chancellor's Office in November-December. Chairman Gallagher thanked each consultant for accepting this task in aiding UNS in developing its master plan. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 18 Regents Shelley Berkley, Joseph Foley, and Lonnie Haitunargren entered the meeting at this time. 4- Chancellor's Report - Chancellor Dawson reported that he attended the meeting of the State Legislative Reapportionment Committee and shared the three options under consideration for Board of Regent re-districting and numbering. He is hopeful that by January, 1991, the committee will have additional information on the U.S. Census. -He announced that an EPSCoR II Citizens Committee has been developed and that Regent Jill Derby has been asked to serve on the committee. Mr. Klaich requested that a report be sent each legislator to show how state funding has aided in this project. President Maxson commended Chancellor Dawson for heading this project which has brought to UNS a number of young physicists. Chancellor Dawson commended Dr. Dave ^i^htner and Dr. Art Anderson who have been the prime leaders of this project. -Chancellor Dawson announced that a State legislative steering committee on merit will meet on September 11 to reconsider its action taken earlier this year which UNS had opposed. The plan approved at that time would have allowed pay to be used as a bonus. -The UNS Computing Sepices has installed the state-of-theart student information system and has made two successful test runs to date at UNLV and TMCC. The project is on schedule. ^• Approved Appointment. Interim Athletic Director. UNLV - Approved the appointment of Dennis Finfrock as Interim Athletic Director at UNLV for a one-year term with an increase in salary of $27,000. He will retain his base salary from the Thomas and Mack Center where he serves as Executive Director. Mrs. Whitley moved approval of the one-year appointment of Dennis Finfrock as Interim Athletic Director at UNLV. Mrs. Sparks seconded. President Maxson clarified that Mr. Finfrock would be eligible to apply for the permanent position as UNLV Athletic Director and that he would certainly be encouraaed to do so. Motion carried. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 19 5. Approved Appointment, Interim Athletic Director, UNLV (continued) President Maxson introduced Mr. Finfrock, who made the following remarks: "...It is a pleasure for me to be here this morning with you, and I would like to thank President Maxson for his vote of confidence and the appointment to the position. Also, the endorsement by the Regents means a lot to me. This morning I won't tie up a lot of your time, because I know you have a full agenda. But I also want you to know there are a few things that I think need to be said in taking this position. 'I think that all of you have read the newspapers and know that we've had some problems. We've had some great accomplishments in the 80s' in UNLV athletics, and we've had our share of problems as well. We won't dwell on the past. I consider myself a futurist. I know that we can't have a program that is just an extension of our past. I know that we have to have changes. I know the changes in any business and in any program aren't easy. I know that those changes will be met with some opposition. I also know that those changes are changes that need to be made for the greater good. I think it is time in our program that we really get back to the basics. I think it is time that we have really a service orientated philosophy. One that comes from the heart. One that lets the people know that they care that they buy their tickets. One that lets the people know that they are important to the program; that we get back to the basics, (and) the understanding that the students truly are at the center of our athletic program the same way they are at all of our universities. One that develops the program or continues to strive towards all the positive things that athletics can be. 'We want our athletic program to be a positive influence under what each of you, as presidents and regents, hope will be for every student — truly a quality educational experience. I know that our program has probably the highest, if not the highest, one of the highest, as it relates to the visibility not only within the state, but nationwide. With that comes a great deal of responsibility. I also know that it is all still only one part of the whole system and the part can never be greater than the whole. And it is important that that part represents the University of Nevada System nationwide in a manner that we can all be proud of. We will have an athletic department that is based on honesty and integrity. One that helps to close the credibility gap that currently exists in some of the people's minds. And I will tell you too, that I won't compromise my own principles for things that have gone on in B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 20 Approved Appointment, Interim Athletic Director, UNLV (continued) the past. I won't compromise those things that may try to go on in the future. Bob Maxson, when he came before you as he was newly hired, realized full well the importance of winning at the athletic department, but he wanted winning within the structure of the rules. I pledge to you that I will do everything within my power to see to it that that will be my way. 'My whole career has been one of accepting challenges. Seven-and-a-half years ago I came before you with what, at that time of my life, was a great challenge — the Thomas and Mack Center. Six years ago I came before you as we took over the Silver Bowl, which at that point of my life was the second biggest challenge in my career. As I come before you today, I guarantee you, I know full well that this is the greatest challenge that I've ever had to face. I want you to know also that my shoulders are broad, but there are some great challenges that are before me in this job and it is 901^19 take all of us to really pull together to make things work out right. I am confident that we can do that. I am confident that we can put the bad times behind us and look to the good times of the future. I know that as long as you don't expect miracles, I can give you every waking hour of my life committed to the goals as we talked about — honesty and integrity; of being the best that we can possibly be. I will pledge to you, as regents, that I will never personally or intentionally do any thing that would embarrass you as a board or our university. I will work to see to it that the people on our staff don't as well. That is important to me. I have fifteen years of service in the university and I love it. I can tell you that I will spend more time cleaning up then covering up, because it means a lot to me. I will do my best. Thank you." Foley congratulated Mr. Finfrock and President Maxson. He stated that it is quite important to the various athletic programs at UNLV that Mr. Finfrock was a student athlete in college, a former coach, and has served as an administrator. He is appreciated by all athletic department personnel and coaches at UNLV. Mrs. Berkley stated that she will support Mr. Finfrock and is very confident that he will perform an excellent job as Interim Athletic Director. Chairman Gallagher informed Mr. Finfrock and President Maxson that the Board of Regents will support Mr. Finfrock in his endeavors and that they are aware of the difficult task of this position. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 21 6. Approved a Title Change, UNLV - Approved the change in Dr. John H. Irsfeld's title from Deputy to the President to Vice President and Deputy to the President at UNLV. President Maxson stated that one of the main responsibilities of this position is representing the President publicly, both inside and outside the University, on those occasions when the President is otherwise engaged. The position will work directly with major civic leaders and public officials. In addition, the position will speak directly for the President specifically to the Director of News and Publications, the Director of Affirmative Action, the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, and the UNS Assistant General Counsel. The position will serve as a coordinator for administrative functions involving the other vice presidents, and will be responsible for seeing to the accuracy, correctness, completeness, and consistency of all communications emanating from the President's Office. Mrs. Sparks moved approval of the change in title for Dr. John Irsfeld from Deputy to the President to Vice President and Deputy to the President at UNLV. Mrs. Berkley seconded. Motion carried. 7. Approved Funding for Proposed Law School. UNLV - Approved $600,000 in planning funds for a Law School at UNLV for inclusion in the 1991-93 UNS budget. Building and operating funds will not be sought during the 1991-93 legislative session; however, architectural designs and law library planning are essential to UNLV's private fund-raising efforts and capital campaign. The Board of Regents was sent a copy of a UNLV law school feasibility study. Vice President of Academic Affairs and Provost John Unrue stated that this request, which came before the Board at the July 30, 1990 meeting, was not meant to supersede priorities of the capital improvement budget, but there was a sense of urgency from various entities. Dr. Unrue introduced Keith Schwer, UNLV Director of Business and Economic Research Center, and Steven Smith, Dean of Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, who also serves on the American Bar Association Accreditation Team. Mr. Klaich stated that the feasibility study indicates the population in Nevada would support a law school, and that the allocation of funds would be for curriculum funding. He added that he felt it was inappropriate to approach the legislature through the capital improvement budget for this B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 22 Approved Funding for Proposed Law School, UNLV (continued) project at this time. Mr. Klaich expressed his support for a law school in southern Nevada but would do so only after curricular planning has been undertaken and the program then placed in the operating funds budget. Mr. Foley, who also serves on the Law School Advisory Committee, suggested that the funding for architectural design be removed at this time, and recommended that the amount be reduced from $750,000 to $600,000. Dean Smith indicated that there is a strong need for outside financial support to develop plans for the curriculum and the law library^that the initial planning should not be rushed, but should begin soon and that programmatic and initial design of the building should be considered first. Upon questioning by Dr. Eardley, Dr. Unrue stated that the allocation of funds would go towards curriculum, library, program planning and other miscellaneous contingencies that may arise. UNLV does not expect full funding for the school from the legislature, therefore, donors will have to be approached for additional funding. Mr. Klaich reminded the Board that the School of Medicine, although administered on the UNR campus, is a statewide institution and that he would hope that the law school would also be considered a statewide institution, located on the UNLV campus. He requested information on whether the law school would utilize the National Judicial College personnel and services, and if other entities such as the Supreme Court, Nevada Bar Association, etc. would be served by the school; whether the law school would be considered a traditional or non-traditional school of law; and ultimately, a detailed curriculum be presented including the number of faculty, a line item budget, and a governance statement. He requested that the requested $600,000 be itemized for the Board. He added that as a member of the Board of Regents, he is committed to quality education and well-funded programs. President Maxson assured the Board that a specific budget would be presented to the Board and the State Legislature. Mr. Foley moved approval of $600,000 in planning funds for a Law School at UNLV for inclusion in the 1991-93 UNS budget (this is a reduction from $750,000 and the deletion of architectural design funds). Mr. Klaich seconded. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 23 7. Approved Funding for Proposed Law School, UNLV (continued) Dr. Eardley stated for the record that he supports a law school at UNLV and resented the recent media implications that the location would be a north/south issue. It is important to provide professional schools in Nevada and he, for one, supports this new program. Motion carried. Mr. Foley thanked the members of the Board for their unanimous support for a law school at UNLV. 8. Approved the 1991-93 UNS Biennial Budget Recaiest - Vice Chancellor Sparks presented the 1991-93 UNS Biennial Budget Request. He stated that this budget reflects the changes approved by the Board at its special meeting on July 30, 1990, and before it is finalized to be submitted to the Governor on September 1, 1990, he will make the necessary adjustments to include the $600,000 for the proposed law school at UNLV. In accordance with a Federal ruling. Vice Chancellor Sparks requested that an amendment regarding the Small Business Development Center be incorporated into the budget request. This amendment would come under the Priority Request for New Funding, Priority #4, under Statewide Programs and would provide during the second year of the biennium an allocation of approximately $60,000 to Clark County and $30,000 to rural centers. Dr. Eardley moved approval of the 1991-93 UNS Biennial Budget Request to include the amendments for the law school at UNLV, and the Small Business Development Centers in Clark County and rural Nevada. Mr. Foley seconded. President Crowley stated that UNR houses a Small Business Development Center on its campus along with satellite centers at UNLV and NNCC. These have been very successful endeavors for the centers. This increase would be used for the State match of federal funds for the centers. Motion carried. 9. Approved UNS Capital Improvement Program - The State Public Works Board has requested confirmation of the priorities as listed in the UNS Capital Improvement Request submitted earlier this year. See Ref. B . filed with the permanent minutes. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 24 9. Approved UNS Capital Improvement Program (continued) Mr. Klaich moved approval to reaffirm the priorities as listed in the 1991- 93 UNS Capital Improvement Request. Mrs. Whitley seconded. Motion carried. Presidents Meacham and Calabro expressed their appreciation to the Board for reaffirming the priorities. President Crowley related that the Governor has stated that $21 million of a new proposed tax source would be allocated for higher education. However, the UNS base budget for the fi^st year is $52 or $53 million. He emphasized that there needs to be consideration of these differences prior to the legislative session. Mr. Klaich stated that even with expanding state revenues, UNS's share would not even fund the base budget and that the people of Nevada need to be made aware of this. President Crowley stated that this was very alarming to UNS. 10- Approved the Naming of a Residence Hall, UNLV - Approved the naming of one of the new residence halls for Ms. Kitty Rodman, who is a major donor and serves on the advisory board at UNLV. Mrs. Sparks moved approval to name a new UNLV residence hall for Ms. Kitty Rodman. Mrs. Whitley seconded. Motion carried. Architecture Building. UNLV — Approved to proceed with plans to construct a small, general purpose building which will house the Architecture Program until their building is completed. It will then be used as a general classroom and office building. Funds for the building will come from private donations. Approximately $1.5 million has been raised for the Architecture Program and $800,000 of these funds would be used to construct this 8,000-10,000 square feet general purpose building. Permission is also requested to seek approval from the Interim Finance Committee for this project. Mrs. Whitley moved approval to construct a small, general purpose building to house the Architecture Program until their building is completed, and to seek approval from the Interim Finance Committee for this project. Mrs. Berkley seconded. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 25 11. Approved Architecture Building, UNLV (continued) Mr. Klaich questioned where the building would be located, and President Maxson stated that it would be built near the Houssels House on the east side near Brussels Street. The actual Architecture Building will also be located in that area. In addition. President Maxson stated that the UNLV Facilities Master Plans allows this area for housing professional schools on the UNLV campus. Motion carried. 12. Approved the Lease of Property, UNR - Approved the lease of property for UNR. In 1984, the University acquired, as a gift, title to a 493 acre parcel of land in Churchill County. Fallon Mining Company of Fallon, Nevada is seeking to lease the property for mining exploration purposes. The basic terms of the agreement would be a 10-year lease with rights to two (2) 5-year extensions, with the lease being continued by production of mining ores. Minimum advance royalty payments would be $20 per acre per year, with the payments being increased $5 per acre per year for four (4) years, stabilizing at $40 per acre per year. Royalties of five (5%) per cent would be paid from all ore production. The mining company has agreed to expend a minimum of $2,000 per year in the first two (2) years of the lease, increasing to $5,000 per year for the next three (3) years and to $10,000 for every year thereafter for development and exploration of the property.- General Counsel Klasic recommended approval upon condition of legal review of appropriate documents. Mr. Klaich moved approval of the lease of above mentioned property for UNR. Mrs. Berkley seconded. Motion carried. ASUN President Jason Geddes stated that students are concerned that the funds directly benefit the students. He suggested that these funds be used for internships for mining students. Chairman Gallagher suggested that Mr. Geddes discuss this matter with President Crowley. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 26 13. Approved Amendments to the Student Conduct Code. UNLV - Approved the amendments to the UNLV Student Conduct Code, as contained in Ref. F . filed in the Regents' Office. Mr. Klaich moved approval of the amendments to the UNLV Student Conduct Code. Mrs. Berkley seconded. Motion carried. 14. Approved Handbook Changes. Parking. UNLV - Approved the following Handbook changes regarding parking at UNLV: (Deleted material is in brackets; new material is underscored.) A. Title 4, Chapter 13.B, Section 1.4, Control Authorization, Visitors (Add a new paragraph) Vehicles with a valid campus permit will be subject to a fine if parked in a designated visitor or metered space. B. Title 4, Chapter 13.B, Section 2.14, Vehicle Parking Regulations, No Parking Zone No Parking Zone. No vehicle shall be parked in an area which has been designated as a no parking or stopping area. All areas not specifically marked for parking are no parking zones. These include red zones, fire lanes, fire hydrants, as well as any other means of parking a vehicle which causes damage to University property or obstructs traffic, or causes a safety hazard. Title 4, Chapter 13.B, Section 4.4, Enforcement, Penalties for Violations Penalties for Violations. Any student or employee who shall used or park any vehicle on the University campus without a valid official permit properly displayed, or who shall use or park such a vehicle other than in strict compliance with these Parking and Traffic Regulations, shall be considered in violation thereof and shall be subject to all fees and procedures hereinabove enumerated. No official parking permit will be issued to vehicles or persons having delinquent traffic citation fees. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 27 14. Approved Handbook Changes, Parking, UNLV (continued) Upon receipt of a fifth unpaid citation or the accumulation of $50.00 or more in unpaid parking fines, the operator/registered owner is expelled from parking on campus until all back citations are paid. Any expelled vehicle found on campus will be cited for illegal parking and subject to mechanical immobilization by use of a wheel boot, or to tow at the owner's expense and WITHOUT NOTICE. Dr. Eardley moved approval of the Handbook changes regarding parking at UNLV. Dr. Derby seconded. Motion carried. 15. Approved the Resolution for Loan. NNCC - Approved the following resolution in obtaining a loan for the College Community Building at NNCC: RESOLUTION #90-6 Be it resolved by the Board of Regents of the University of Nevada that: The officers of the University are hereby authorized to solicit proposals for a $477,000 bank loan for the purpose of constructing, improving and equipping the College Community Building at Northern Nevada Community College. The loan is hereby designated as a "Qualified Tax-Exempt Obligation" under Section 265(b)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. Mrs. Whitley moved approval of the resolution in obtaining a loan for the College Community Building at NNCC. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion carried. 16. Approved Handbook Changes. ASUN Constitution. UNR - Approved Handbook changes. Title 5, Chapter 16, Constitution of the Associated Students of the University of Nevada, Reno, as contained in Ref. G . filed in the Regents' Office Dr. Eardley moved approval of the Handbook changes regarding the Constitution of the Associated Students of the University of Nevada, . Reno. Dr. Derby seconded. Motion carried. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 28 Approved Handbook Changes. Bvlaws. UNR - Approved the Handbook changes, Title 5, Chapter 7, Sections 41(c), (d), and (e), of the University of Nevada, Reno Bylaws, as contained in Ref. _i^, filed in the Regents' Office. UNR Faculty Senate Chaijrman Richard Brown expressed his appreciation to President Crowley for the implementation of this new program and for his support of this proposal. One of the main concerns of the Senate Bylaw change was the guarantee of confidentiality of the evaluation results, and he stressed that the integrity of surveying be kept confidential at all levels. ASUN President Jason Geddes reguested that the students be allowed to partake in the evaluation process. Mr. Klaich requested General Counsel Klasic to address the confidentiality issue with the faculty senate in relation to the Open Meeting Law. In response to Mr. Geddes request, Mr. Klaich suggested that ASUN discuss this with the UNR Faculty Senate. Mr. Klaich moved approval of the Handbook changes regarding the UNR Bylaws, and directed the UNR Faculty Senate to discuss the feasibility of student involvement in the evaluation process of administrators. Mrs. Berkley seconded. Dr. Derby stated that the proposed UNR Bylaws are an excellent model and suggested that the community colleges review this document and possibly utilize the process. General Counsel Klasic stated for the record that the Open Meeting Law is not clear on confidentiality of public records, but that he would defend these evaluations as confidential records. He stated he could not guarantee the *^®f®rise at this time, but stated that a proposed bill draft is before the legislature which may define this issue. President Crowley stated that this process has been evaluated during the last fourteen years. He is not certain that student involvement is appropriate and felt that it should be restricted to faculty. He suggested that there be student input at the college level and that they should be included in the process of evaluating the deans of the colleges and possibly the president of the university, but that not all students deal with the vice presidents, therefore, they should not be able to evaluate those persons. President Crowley stated that he would report the progress of this evaluation process to the Board. Motion carried. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 29 18. Personnel Session - Upon motion by Mrs. Berkley, seconded by Mrs. Sparks, the Board moved to a closed personnel session for the purpose of discussing the character, alleged misconduct, professional competence or physical or mental health of a person in accordance with NRS 241.030. The closed personnel session was continued at the conclusion of the regular agenda. See page 46. Upon motion by Mrs. Sparks, seconded by Mr. Klaich, the board moved to open session. Motion carried. The open meeting reconvened at 2:15 p.m. Thursday, August 30, 1990, with all Regents present except Regents Berkley, Foley, and Hammargren. 19. Approved the Resolution for Loan. WNCC - Approved the following resolution in obtaining a loan for the Child Care Facility at WNCC: RESOLUTION #90-7 3e it resolved by the Board of Regents of the University of Nevada that: The officers of the University are hereby authorized to solicit proposals for a $500,000 bank loan for the purpose of constructing, improving and equipping a child care center on the Carson City Campus of Western Nevada Community College. The loan is hereby designated as a "Qualified TaxExempt Obligation" under Section 265(b)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. President Calabro introduced Collie Hutter, President of Nevada Manufacturers Association, and Mike Hillerby, member of Nevada Manufacturers Association. The Nevada Manufacturers Association had approached WNCC to become partners in constructing, improving and equipping a child care center at WNCC. Although the building will be self-supporting. Chancellor Dawson stated that as a state building, it must be approved by the Interim Finance Committee and the State Public Works Board. Dr. Derby moved approval of the resolution in obtaining a loan for the Child Care Facility at WNCC, and to seek approval from the Interim Finance Committee and the State Public Works Board. Dr. Eardley seconded. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 30 19. Approved the Resolution for Loan, WNCC (continued) Chancellor Dawson clarified that the architect for the building will be supported by state funds, and that private and operating funds would support the operation of the building. WNCC will lease the land to the Nevada Manufacturers Association. Motion carried. 20. Presentation of Capital Improvement Projects - Chancellor Dawson introduced Mr. Bob Ferrari, Director of State Public Works Board, who explained the process in which building projects are handled by the State Public Works Board. He stated that during the upcoming legislative session they will seek approval for pre-planning funds for a number of new construction projects. If approved, these projects then will again go before the legislature at its next session for approval of construction funding which would allow for projects to be built in a more timely manner. Dr. Hammargren entered the meeting. Mr. Klaich thanked Mr. Ferrari for this explanation which was very helpful in understanding the process. Dr. Derby left the meeting. Three UNS Capital Improvement Projects authorized in the 1989 State Legislative Session were presented by the president of the institution and architects for each project. A. Health Sciences, UNLV - President Maxson introduced George Garlock, Bob Wolf, and Jim Lord of Kittrel Garlock and Associates. Mr. Garlock presented the architectural plans for the new Health Sciences building at UNLV. The five-story building will house clinical labs, health care labs, classrooms, faculty offices, research labs and offices, and the Dean's office. The building will be constructed for expansion, if needed, in the future. The bidding process will open in October, 1990. Mrs. Berkley and Mr. Foley entered the meeting. Dr. Hammargren moved approval of the architectural plans for the UNLV Health Sciences building. Dr. Eardley seconded. Motion carried. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 31 20. Presentation of Capital Improvement Projects (continued) B. Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Phase IV, CCCC - ASCC President Phil Morgan stated for the record that the students support this project. President Meacham introduced Angie Wallin, concerned citizen, who expressed her appreciation and commented that the community response of North Las Vegas has been very enthusiastic about this new center. Director of Physical Plant Orlando Sandoval introduced Bill Snyder and Gary Carlson of Tate Snyder Architects. Mr. Snyder stated that Phase IV will be added to existing buildings and will also serve as a multi-purpose center for CCCC events. Outside lighting will be incorporated into the plans. Mrs. Whitley moved approval of the architectural plans for the CCCC Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Phase IV. Mrs. Berkley seconded. Motion carried. C. Phase II and Learning Resource Center, WNCC - President Calabro introduced Larry Henry of Clark Henry Group. Mr. Henry highlighted the plans for the Learning Resource Centers on the Carson campus and the Fallon campus. Dr. Hammargren moved approval of the architectural plans for the WNCC Phase II and Learning Resource Center. Mr. Foley seconded. Motion carried. Dr. Eardley left the meeting. 21. Report on the DRI National Science Advisorv Board - Dr. Arthur Anderson, Chairman of the DRI National Science Advisory Board, reported on the activities of that organization and distributed a document entitled "Report to the Board of Regents from the DRI National Science Advisory Committee" which is filed in the Regents' Office. Dr. Anderson related that the members are scientists from across the nation, and as an advisory board they encourage growth at DRI. He stated that they will be changing members periodically in order to keep new and fresh ideas evolving for DRI. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 32 21. Report on the DRI National Science Advisory Board (continued) He proceeded to highlight the report and stated that DRI focuses on environmental changes in which the Great Basin provides important unifying themes. Inter-Center and InterInstitutional progress is moving in a positive direction, along with international programs that are being established. He stated that new leaders at UNR, UNLV and DRI have provided immediate impact of joint and System-wide activities and a respectable working relationship. DRI has 40-45 graduate students working at its various facilities, and that there are several joint programs between departments at UNR, UNLV and DRI. He is hopeful that the community colleges can become involved in programs such as the EPSCoR projects. Federal and private funding is increasing, although State funding needs to increase to match growth, development of faculty, and DRI state contributions. It is possible that the National Science Foundation may be donating matching funds, and it is hoped that the Stead facility could be replaced with these funds. The open meeting recessed at 4:00 p.m. and reconvened in a Regents' Workshop Session Friday, August 31, 1990, with all Regents present except Regent Hammargren. 22. Regents' Workshop - The Board met in a workshop session in the Student Senate Chambers, Jot Travis Student Union, University of Nevada, Reno. A. UNS Purchasing Policies - UNLV Director of Purchasing Joe Cathcart and UNR Director of Purchasing Art Lenon explained the processes in which the purchasing departments operate. Ref. C . filed in the Regents' Office, contains the Board of Regents policy on purchasing which is excerpted from the Board of Regents Handbook. The directors utilized visual overhead displays, which are filed with the permanent minutes. The directors discussed the functions of the purchasing departments and stated that they follow the Uniform Commercial Code which contains the terms and conditions of purchasing practices. The purchasing departments oversee approximately $65 million worth of purchases a year. The University of Nevada System has the heaviest purchasing of any state agency. The responsibilities of public purchasing consist of better control; specialized knowledge; better performance; and are removed from influence or domination. The fundamental objectives of purchasing for private agencies include purchasing the right material, quantity, time, quality, price, source, and service. In addition to those objectives public purchasing must include statutes. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 33 22. Regents' Workshop (continued) policies, codes and regulations which are provided by law to follow and uphold. The prerogatives of purchasing must supply source, purchase contracts, insure product specifications that are not restrictive, and commercial aspects. Mr. Foley questioned how the purchasing department coordinates purchasing efforts with the various deans and departments. Mr. Cathcart replied that a purchase request is made; the manufacturer is contacted; the purchasing buyer does research on the product by contacting other manufacturers; informs requestor of information collected; the product goes to bid; and then the requestor reviews the bids received. Requests from the various departments are verified through the dean's office and funds are incumbered through the controller's office. Dr. Eardley questioned the relationship with the State Purchasing Department, and Mr. Lenon replied that as a Public Purchasing Sector, UNS has a good informal working relationship with State Purchasing. The Purchasing Department has developed a Purchasing Inventory Handbook which is distributed throughout the System. This handbook is also supplied to several vendors in order for them to understand the UNS purchasing operations. The directors explained how bidders are selected by stating that in the open bid competition an ad is displayed in the business section of the newspaper, and that the commodity in which the purchasing department solicits is reviewed and a certain number of bidders are selected. A pre-bid conference is held for these bidders to attend and receive all pertinent information. Purchases under $7,500 do not require the formal bid process. Mr. Klaich questioned how the purchasing department establishes criteria and weight on service bids, and Mr. Lenon replied that the State Purchasing Act, Board of Regents' policy, and established bid procedures are followed. Mr. Foley stated that it is the Board of Regents duty and obligation to manage funds. The Board delegated this responsibility, but did not have any input into the decision making process. A "subjective" judgement decision was made by an advisory committee. Mr. Foley had requested a "objective" decision to be made with B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 34 22. Regents' Workshop (continued) involvement from the Board and the Chancellor. He stated that he agrees with the decision the advisory committee made, but disagrees with the process in which it was determined. Klaich cautioned that when Regents become involved in advisory committees that the Open Meeting Law comes into play, which could obstruct the open competitive bidding process. In answer to a question, both Mr. Cathcart and Mr. Lenon stated that their departments work closely together to procure the best service for the System. Chairman Gallagher thanked Mr. Cathcart and Mr. Lenon for a very informative workshop session on the purchasing process. Mrs. Berkley and Mr. Foley left the meeting. B. Reports on Business Center North and Business Center South - UNR Vice President for Finance and Administration Ashok Dhingra and UNLV Vice President for Finance and Administration Buster Neel gave reports on the functions of their respective centers. Mr. Dhingra gave an overview of the history of the creaition of the business centers. The 1977 legislature cut all but the presidents funds for the Community College Division which, had its own business center, and gave UNS the option of a single or two separate business centers. The Board created two centers, one in the north and one in the south each to report to the university administration. There was some initial ^oritroversy, but over the years these have been worked out. The departments under the Business Center North (BCN) are Employee Relations and Benefits; Payroll; Personnel; Purchasing; and Real Estate. Mr. Dhingra reviewed each department stating their various missions. Dr. Eardley stated that prior to the creation of the two business centers all these functions were under the leadership of the Chancellor. Mr. Neel stated that the Business Center South (BCS) does not discriminate between CCCC and UNLV. It was stated that both BCN and BCS do not differentiate between institutions or departments, that each transaction is.handled individually and in order as it is received. Chancellor Dawson pointed out that B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 35 22. Regents' Workshop (continued) although the System has grown, personnel in the centers has not. Requests for additional personnel are included in the 1991-93 Biennial Budget request. Past requests have not been funded. Mr. Neel did note that CCCC does maintain its own personnel department, although all other business functions are handled by BCS. He noted that there is a lack of administrative computing support within BCS and there is a need for automation in order to maintain control and proper service. Upon questioning, Mr. Neel stated that he would prefer decentralization of the business center operations, but in reality it would cost the System too much to staff separate departments on the campuses. He feels that BCS is providing adequate service to both UNLV and CCCC at this time. Chairman Gallagher relinquished the gavel to Regent James Eardley, Chairman of the Budget and Finance Committee, which sat as a committee of the whole. 23. Budget and Finance Committee - The Budget and Finance Committee, meeting as a committee of the whole under the chairmanship of Regent Eardley, acted as follows: (1) Approved the expenditure of Capital Improvement Fee Funds in the amount of $115,000 for additional renovation and remodeling needs in Frazier Hall and Grant Hall, UNLV. This request is based on anticipated growth demands in the coming academic year and on needs related to the implementation of the Student Information System. Mr. Foley moved approval of the expenditure of Capital Improvement Fee Funds at UNLV in the amount of $155,000 for additional renovation and remodeling needs in Frazier Hall and Grant Hall at UNLV. Mrs. Berkley seconded. Motion carried. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 36 Budget and Finance Cominittee (continued) (2) Approved the expenditure of Capital Improvement Fee Funds in the amount of $81,500 for the following projects at WNCC: Remodel to expand College Services and $ 33,500 Business Offices Cafeteria furniture and eguipment 35,000 for kitchen Additional projects which include: 13,000 Miscellaneous improvements for the Local Area Network, campus improvements Dr. Derby moved approval of the expenditure of Capital Improvement Fee Funds in the amount of $81,500 for the above mentioned projects at WNCC. Mr. Klaich seconded. Motion carried. (3) Approved the Financial Plan for FY 1991, as contained in Ref. B-3. filed in the Regents Office. Mr. Klaich moved approval of the DRI Financial Plan for FY 1991. Mrs. Whitley seconded. Motion carried. (4) Approved the following Self-Supporting Budget for the School of Medicine: School of Medicine Research Support, Indirect Cost Recovery Revenues Opening Account Balance Indirect Cost Recovery Total Source of Funds Expenditures Professional Salaries Fringe Benefits Classified Salaries Fringe Benefits Wages Fringe Benefits Operating Ending Account Balance Total Use of Funds 1989-90 Projected Actual $ 14,620 73 . 000 $ 87,620 $ 6,250 166 27,823 7,992 741 'iA 1990-91 Budget Estimate $ 20,000 72.OOP $ 92,000 $ 30,000 795 30,512 8,931 -0- -0- 21,762 zQ:z $ 92,000 B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 37 23. Budget and Finance Committee (continued) Mrs. June Whitley moved approval of Self-supporting Budget for the School of Medicine. Dr. Derby seconded. Motion carried. (5) Approved the following Self-Supporting Budgets for Library, Acquisition Technical Processing Services and Student Services, Student Financial Services Financial Aid Administrative Expense at UNR: Library, Acquisition Technical Processing Services Revenues Opening Account Balance 3911 (sales) Total Source of Funds Expenditures Classified Salaries Fringe Benefits Ending Account Balance Total Use of Funds 1990-91 Budget Estimate $ 13,976 15•OOP $ 28,976 $ 16,874 5, 978 6. 124 $ 28,976 Student Services, Student Financial Services Financial Aid Administrative Expense 1989-90 1990-91 Projected Budget Actual Estimate Revenues Opening Account Balance $ (5,467) $ 1,594 Perkins, CWS/SEOG (3%) 57,320 55,000 Pell Income @ $5/student Total Source of Funds $ 51,853 $ 56,594 Expenditures Professional Salaries $ 2,657 $ -0- Classified Salaries 34,697 37,952 Fringe Benefits 9,434 7,890 Wages -0- 6, Oil Operating 2,588 -0- Out-of-state Travel 883 -0- Ending Account Balance 1.594 -0- Total Use of Funds $ 51,853 $ 51,853 B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 38 23. Budget and Finance Committee (continued) Dr. Derby moved approval of the above noted Self-supporting Budgets for UNR. Mr. Klaich seconded. Motion carried. The open meeting reconvened at 10:40 a.m. Friday, August 31, 1990, with all Regents present. ' 24. Approved Nursing Articulation - m January 1988, the Board of Regents accepted a report by the Health Education Task Force Subcommittee on Nursing Articulation, prepared by nursing program representatives from the six campuses. The focus of that report was a plan for improved articulation between the two-year and four-year nursing programs. The final stage. Phase II, Model B would result in the direct transfer of nursing courses to the universities, eliminating the need for testing, Ref. D . filed in the Regents' Office. At the same time, the Board of Regents called for the accreditation of all nursing programs by the National League for Nursing. Several meetings have been held since that time to evaluate the progress on efforts to achieve NLN accreditation, and implement the Phase II, Model B Articulation Plan. At the request of the Board of Regents at its June 28, 1990 meeting, a meeting of the campus chief academic officers and nursing representatives was held on July 31, 1990. At that meeting, it was determined that the University of Nevada, Reno would submit a proposal to the Board of Regents concerning nursing articulation, Ref. E . filed in the Regents' Office. Vice Chancellor Fox thanked the UNS nursing faculty for their involvement in establishing an articulation policy for nursing programs with the System. Mrs. Whitley moved approval of the nursing articulation proposal. Mr. Klaich seconded. UNR Acting Vice President of Academic Affairs William Cathey stated that from this articulation proposal he is hopeful that the UNR core curriculum could be met. At this time there is not sufficient staff, but UNR will have two years to devise solutions to staffing. Mr. Klaich requested a follow—up report be given to the Board within the next. year. Motion carried. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 39 25. Information Only: Outstanding Faculty Recognition - At the request of the Board of Regents, each Faculty Senate Chairman or representative reported on the outstanding faculty achievements from their respective institutions. Universitv of Nevada. Reno - Faculty Senate Chairman Richard Brown announced the following outstanding faculty: Dr. Baldev Vig for creating a permanent exchange program in the biological sciences with two institutes in Leningrad. In May, 1990, Dr. Baldev Vig, Professor of Biology, visited Leningrad to lay the groundwork. In July, a team headed by Dr. William N. Cathey, Acting Vice President for Academic Affairs, returned to inspect the facilities and meet some of the Soviet scientists who will be involved in the exchanges at the Institute for Influenza and the Institute for Cytology. A Soviet team will visit Reno in October for a similar inspection, and the first actual scientific exchanges of faculty will get underway in the period from November to January. Initially, about four or five scientists from Leningrad will visit UNR each year, with our institutions contributing small amounts of money to subsidize the Soviets' living expenses. The following UNR scientists participated in the July trip to Leningrad: Dr. Ellen Baker, Assistant Professor, Biology Dr. Sachiko St. Jeor, Associate Professor, Nutrition Education and Research Program Dr. Stephen St. Jeor, Director of Cell and Molecular Biology and Professor Dr. Stuart Nichol, Associate Professor, Veterinary Medicine Dr. William Torch, Neurodevelopmental and Neurodiagnostic Center Universitv of Nevada. Las Vegas - Faculty Senate Chairman Isabelle Emerson announced the following outstanding faculty: Dr. Jerry L. Crawford, Professor, Theatre Arts, was recently elected to the College of Fellows of the American Theatre. The college is organized to recognize distinguished service to the profession by individuals of acknowledged national stature. Dr. Crawford will be invested in the college in April 1991 at the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 40 Information Only: Outstanding Faculty Recognition (continued) Dr. Thomas Murphy, Lecturer/Director of Forensics and Ms. Terry Horvath, both from the Department of Communication Studies, are recognized for their work in developing and coaching the UNLV Debate Team in the Department of Communication Studies. The Debate Team had a very active season this past year. Clark County Communitv College - Faculty Senate Chairman Alan Balboni announced the following outstanding faculty: Dr. Kevin Rafferty has been a full-time member of CCCC faculty for 12 months and has achieved during that brief period recognition in his discipline by his scholarship and professional attainments. He has had numerous publications and presentations. In addition he was elected Vice-Chaioian of the State Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, the Governor-appointed commission mandated to advise the state Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology and preservation matters. Dr. Rafferty was selected to serve on the Local Arrangements Committee for the Society for American Archaeology meetings held in Las Vegas in April, 1990. Northern Nevada Communitv College - Acting Faculty Senate Chairman Richard McCarty announced the following outstanding faculty: Sharon Hogg began as a reading tutor and moved on to pioneer NNCC's highly successful Critical Skills Lab. She has worked on a part-time basis since 1984, and has been dedicated to her duties, often putting in extra time. She has a guiet manner, but still demands excellence from her students. This manner has been highly successful in moving many students beyond their own expectations. Information Only: Outstanding Student Recognition - At the request of the Board of Regents, each Student Government representative reported on the outstanding student achievements from their respective institutions. University of Nevada. Reno - ASUN President Jason Geddes announced the following outstanding student: Susie Gearhart was instrumental in making the Japanese ^ success this summer by providing supplemental instruction for Japanese students. She serves as a Spanish tutor and was nominated by the Spanish Department to tutor handicapped students. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 41 26. Information Only: Outstanding Student Recognition (continued) University of Nevada. Las Vegas - President Robert Maxson announced the following outstanding student: Richard Crowe has returned to college at the age of 30 after an 8-year hiatus. Instead of merely attending class, he chose to become fully involved in campus life as a writer for the Yellin' Rebel newspaper. After only one year in this capacity he was elevated to Editor in Chief of the Yellin' Rebel, which is unique because the Editor traditionally is a senior with at least 2 years experience. Richard was able to overcome this barrier through his ability to be well-liked as a manager, to solve personnel problems, and, of course, to be an outstanding writer. He has already changed the format at the newspaper, and has arranged to meet weekly with Sherman Fredrick in order to better understand how to improve the Yellin' Rebel newspaper. Clark County Community College - ASCC President Phil Morgan announced the following outstanding student: Jana Evans is a founding member of Phi Theta Kappa, an honors society. She is a mother and a full-time student and has been a member of the honor society during the last 18 months and was elected Secretary. She will be attending the Honors Institute in New York at the end of the school year. She is currently involved in the planning of the regional convention for Phi Theta Kappa to be held in Las Vegas this year. 27. Report and Recommendations of the Academic Affairs Committee A report and recommendations of the Academic Affairs Committee meeting, held August 31, 1990, were made by Regent Joseph M. Foley, chairman. (1) Approved to name the Communication Studies Department the Hank Greenspun School of Communication at UNLV. Currently, the Department of Communication Studies is located in the College of Liberal Arts. Both bachelors and masters degrees in Communication Studies are offered, with over 300 majors enrolled in the department during fall 1989. No new courses, personnel, facilities or funding are needed at the present time. A complete report will be submitted by UNLV to the Board of Regents on academic plans for the School in the near future. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 42 Report and Recommendations of the Academic Affairs Committee (continued) (2) Approved the following Handbook additions and changes in academic procedures and policies at UNR. A review of existing policies related to admission, student classification, grading, and graduation requirements has resulted in recommendations to update and streamline certain practices. In addition, new proposals related to the UNR core curriculum are recommended. A. Title 4, Chapter 16, Section 4, Ref. A-2a. filed in the Regents' Office Admission Requirements for Students in High School This proposal would permit high school students, 15 years of age or older, to enroll as non-degree students for up to six credits per semester. Provisional admission of seniors will be based upon test scores and a grade point average of 2.75, an increase from the current policy of 2.50. B. Title 4, Chapter 16, Section 16, Ref. A-2b. filed in the Regents' Office Categories of Students The proposal would reduce the minimum age for nondegree students from 18 to 15 years. High school graduation would continue to be required. C. Title 4, Chapter 16, Section 12, Ref. A-2c. filed in the Regents' Office Required Courses Associate degree requirements have been eliminated. A policy which requires all bachelor's degree students complete the new UNR core curriculum has been added. D. Title 4, Chapter 16, Section 14, Ref. A-2d. filed in the Regents' Office Dropping of Courses Currently a student may drop a course anytime prior to the last two weeks of a semester. The proposed change would limit the drop period to the first eight weeks of the semester. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 43 27. Report and Recommendations of the Academic Affairs Committee (continued) E. Title 4, Chapter 16, Section 13, Ref. A-2e. filed in the Regents' Office Credit by Examination The National Occupational Trades and Industry Examination would be added to the existing list of approved examinations for earning university-level credit. F. Title 4, Chapter 16, Section 19, Ref. A-2f. filed in the Regents' Office Requirements for Graduation A policy which requires all baccalaureate graduates complete the new UNR core curriculum has been added. A proposed change would require 32 upper-division credits be earned in residence, rather than the current policy which states that the last 32 credits must be earned in residence. Once residence requirements are met, the student could petition to graduate in absentia if 12 or fewer credits remain toward degree completion. Mr. Foley moved approval of the report and recommendations of the Academic Affairs Committee. Mrs. Whitley seconded. Motion carried. 28. Report on Athletics Symposium - Regent Hammargren reported on the Athletic Symposium which was held August 5, 1990 at UNR. He stated that the UNS Athletics Symposium was judged highly successful by the panelists and attendees. The symposium was initiated by the Board of Regents to address key issues facing intercollegiate athletics today and in the future. The first symposium was held at UNLV in August 1989, with the goal to alternate campuses for this UNS Athletics Symposium. It is planned to charge a registration fee in the future. Dr. A1 Witte, President of the NCAA, summarized the symposium this year and outlined future topics of interest. Assistant General Counsel Brad Booke has offered to begin to coordinate these topics into an agenda for 1991. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 44 Report on Athletics Symposium (continued) Dr. Hammargren requested an agenda item for the October meeting for $10,000 from Regents Special Project Funds to be used to publish the results of the symposium and to start advertising for next year's program. It may have to be supplemented with further funding in the future to do a "first class job". Chairman Gallagher stated that although it was a successful symposium, the number of participants was low and felt that additional planning and stimulation is needed to draw a larger representation to the symposium. President Crowley suggested that topics at the next symposium should be dramatic and that other institutions should be invited. He also suggested that brochures and national advertising may help in attracting additional participants. Dr. Hammargren stated that UNLV is "Number One" in growth in the nation. It is number one with the best college jazz band in the United States. UNLV has the number one hotel school in the nation. It is number one in men's basketball and the student athletes have a graduation rate about twice the national average. UNLV women's basketball has a 100% graduation rate. UNLV now has a super computer, has advanced programs in engineering and architecture, and is planning a law school. Dr. Hammargren requested President Maxson to begin a campaign to tell the nation that UNLV is number one in many ways. Dr. Hammargren presented President Maxson with a check in the amount of $1,000 to be used to promote the benefits of athletic programs at UNLV. Approved Resolution of Support - Regent Berkley presented a resolution in support of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas appeal of the recent NCAA ruling of the basketball program. RESOLUTION #90-8 WHEREAS, the Board of Regents of the University of Nevada System is aware that the NCAA's Committee on Infractions has recently imposed a very serious penalty against UNLV's 1990- 91 men|s basketball team, prohibiting student-athletes from competing for the 1991 national championship, as the result of a 1977 infractions case which concerned alleged violations during the years of 1971-76, and. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 45 29. Approved Resolution of Support (continued) WHEREAS, while the Board is cognizant of and respects the Coimittee on Infractions' responsibility to impose discipline in the proper case, the Board believes that the Committee's punishment in this instance is inappropriate because UNLV has fully complied with all orders of that Committee and the punishment unjustly and unfairly penalizes the current student-athletes who were children when the alleged violations occurred. Now, therefore be it, RESOLVED, that the Board of Regents of the University of Nevada System hereby supports all steps taken in UNLV's appeal of the Committee on Infractions' decision, encourages President Robert C. Maxson to take all necessary and proper steps in furtherance of that appeal, and further encourages President Maxson to take all steps necessary within NCAA rules to insure that NCAA treats UNLV, its student-athletes and coaches in a fair, just, non-vindictive manner. Mrs. Berkley further stated that she has had a great deal of conversation during the last six weeks in reference to this situation. However, she did want it to be known that this resolution is not intended to suggest in any way that the NCAA Council, which will hear UNLV's appeal, will review that appeal in any other than an open-minded fashion. In addition, the resolution in no way attempts to influence the NCAA Council or any officer of this board who maybe involved in the appeals process. This resolution supports President Maxson's activities on behalf of the university and the athletic department in it's appeal process. She stated that this resolution is very narrowly construed and it is certainly not intended to "tweak the nose" of the NCAA. This resolution has been reviewed by President Maxson and Assistant General Counsel Brad Booke. She requested unanimous approval by the Board of Regents in support of UNLV and its President. Mrs. Whitley moved approval of the resolution in support of UNLV's appeal of the recent NCAA ruling of the basketball program and support of President Maxson. Mr. Foley seconded. Motion carried. 30. Approved Emeraencv Item of a Resolution - Chancellor Dawson requested the Board to consider an emergency item. He regretfully announced the passing of Dr. Louis E. Lombardi on Sunday, August 26, 1990. B/R 8/30-31/90 Page 46 30. Approved Emergency Item of a Resolution (continued) Mr. Klaich moved approval to consider an emergency item of a resolution in honor of Dr. Louis E. Lombardi. Mr. Foley seconded. Motion carried. 31. Approved Resolution - Regent Daniel Klaich read the following resolution and Ref. K . which is filed in the permanent minutes: RESOLUTION #90-9 WHEREAS, Louis E. Lombardi, M.D., was the longest-serving member of the University of Nevada System Board of Regents, having attended more than 900 meetings spanning the 30 years from 1951 to 1981; and, WHEREAS, Dr. Lombardi•s passing on Sunday, August 26, 1990, at age 82 results in the loss of one of the best friends this university has known in its 116-year history; and WHEREAS, in his career-long dedication to higher education, many have acknowledged our colleague's pivotal role in supporting establishment of all seven learning institutions now comprising the University of Nevada System; and WHEREAS, the numerous letters Dr. Lombardi received upon his 1981 retirement from the Board of Regents serve as a powerful testament to his many contributions. Now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, that the UNS Board of Regents extend its sympathy to the Lombardi family during this time of sorrow, and wishes to make part of its official record written comments contained in some of the letters and articles written about him, for they describe best the enormity of this unassuming man's tireless contributions to Nevada education. Mr. Klaich moved approval of the resolution honoring Dr. Louis E. Lombardi. Mr. Foley seconded. Motion carried. The open meeting recessed at 11:40 a.m. and reconvened in closed personnel session at 12:00 noon, with all Regents present. 18. Personnel Session (continued) The meeting adjourned at 1:45 p.m. Mary Lou Moser Secretary of the Board