| Appointments-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Appointment of Sylva Staab as Director of Human Resource Services |
1/21/97 |
15 |
| Appointments-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Appointment of William R. Parish II as Manager, Business Technology Incubator |
1/21/97 |
15 |
| Personnel |
John A. Miller, from Professor of Law and Acting Dean of the College of Law to Professor of Law and Dean of the College of Law at an annual salary of $103,001.04 effective January 1, 1997 through June, 30 1997.
Mr. Mosman said Mr. Miller has been Acting Dean for a period of time. He advises the Board that Dr. Hoover had reported that Mr. Miller has done an excellent job and that there have been positive comments on him from lawyers, judges and the Bar Association as well as from the School of Law faculty. Mr. Eaton said he was also contacted by a representative of the Bar Association and advised that they support Mr. Miller being appointed to the position.
It was moved by Mr. Mosman, seconded by Dr. Fox and carried to approve the appointment of John A. Miller to Professor of Law and Dean of the College of Law at the annual salary of $103,001.04, effective January 1, 1997. (Motion #8) |
1/21/97 |
17 |
| Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Affiliation Agreement with Sacred Heart Medical Center |
1/21/97 |
23 |
| University Commons |
Dr. Dillon said he had concerns regarding increases in fees and funding requests, which come from all of the institutions, for the issuance of tax-exempt bonds. He asked that the percentage of total funding in tax-exempt bonds for each institution be provided to the Board.
Mr. Hess asked what percent of student enrollment decline would put the bonds at risk. Mr. Davis asked if the collateral would be the revenue from the bonds themselves. Mr. Hess responded that was correct and felt everyone should be aware of the potential. Mr. Eaton said that after the second year, the bonds generate excess revenue which allows for some flexibility; however, should something detrimental occur, the state is not responsible for the bonds and there is risk of them being assumed by the bondholders.
Dr. McWilliam asked members for assurance that they understood they would be voting for all of the bond issues listed. Members responded that they did understand.
It was moved by Mr. Davis, seconded by Ms. Meyer and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request for Board ratification of an increase in facility fees for the University Commons by $45 per semester, approval of the final budget for $16,500,5000, authorization to construct the University Commons, and authorization for the issuance of Series 1997 Bonds, including approval of the Supplemental Resolutions for the bonds as has been approved by university counsel. (Motion #20) |
1/21/97 |
24 |
| Lease Agreements |
Lease of Commercial space in the Student Union Building with Mark and Gayla Lamb (Flowers Etc.) |
1/21/97 |
23 |
| KCP International Language Institute and KCP International USA, Inc. Agreement |
Dr. Dillon said that prior to the formation of the Alternative Delivery System Committee, this proposal, by law, would have been denied because the school although internationally recognized is not accredited. With the new regulations approval is postponed for one month so the faculty senate can review it and provide its recommendations; upon its endorsement the program will be presented for Board approval.
Ms. Meyer asked when the new law went into effect. Dr. Barton responded that it would go into effect July 1, 1997. He suggested that since it has been signed the Board begin following the procedure immediately and start the review process; however, the credits can not be accepted until the new law goes into effect.
Dr. Dillon said he wanted to publicly thank Mr. Eaton and the Legislative Committee for all of their work in getting this accomplished.
The Committee agreed by consensus to approve the agreement between the University of Idaho and KCP International Language Institute and KCP International USA, Inc. (per the exhibit). |
3/20/97 |
17 |
| Engineering Management Cooperation Program |
The Master of Engineering Management degree was to be initiated in southeastern Idaho followed by implementation in southwestern Idaho. Since implementation in southwestern Idaho has not occurred, it is the Committee's opinion that it would be beneficial for the Statewide Engineering Advisory Council to put the issue on its April 4th agenda. Mr. Davis said it would be May or later before the Council could review the program and issue its report. Ms. Meyer asked the Council to give the AA/PC a status report at the April Board meeting. |
3/20/97 |
18 |
| Approval of Notice of Intent: B.A/B.S. Music |
Approval of NOI B.A./B.S. Music: Applied Music, History and Literature and Theory.
Ms. Meyer advised that because this is a request to make minimal modifications to programs already in place, the Committee recommends approval of the NOI, without a submission of a full proposal.
It was moved by Dr. Dillon, seconded by Ms. Meyer and carried to approve the Notice of Intent as requested. In addition, the development and submission of a full proposal is not requires. (Motion #8) |
3/20/97 |
18 |
| Lease Agreements |
Month-to Month Lease Agreement with Carson Valley Mobile Park |
4/17/97 |
18 |
| UI Riverbend Research and Training Park |
Dr. Hoover updated the Board on the progress of the project and responded to questions the Board asked of him at its January meeting.
- At its January meeting the Board gave the University the authority to hire a manager for the park. The position was advertised and the search committee is now in the process of checking references on the three finalists.
- Dr. Hoover has responded in writing to questions and concerns raised by Board members.
- University personnel have visited with members of the University of Idaho Foundation.
- University personnel have visited with large numbers of the members of the communities.
- Discussions have been held with a number of possible tenants.
Mr. Maholon :Lonny" Park, Executive Director of the University of Idaho Foundation, addressed the Board and advised that the Foundation, after considerable discussion, unanimously voted to accept the gift upon the meeting of certain conditions. He read from the minutes of the meeting:
"It was moved by Bob Alexander that the UI Foundation accept the Jacklin Company offer to give 20 acres to the Riverbend Research and Training Park in Post Falls, subject to the following conditions:
- That the University of Idaho have a physical presence in the Riverbend Research and Training Park, and
- That after exervise and due diligence, the Foundation is satisfied with the plan to develop the structure and operation of the facility.
Mr. Parks advised that the motion was passed unanimously by the Foundation Board. He said they are looking forward to assisting the Board of Education in the development of the project.
Mr. Jim Hawkins addressed the board and said he had attended the Foundation meeting and was impressed by the turnout and enthusiasm of the Foundation members for the project.
Mr. Hawkins said they are discussing occupancy of the facility with several companies which do research.
Mr. Eaton said he wrote and asked questions and received a response to them. However he felt there were items discussed in the correspondence which needed clarification. One, this body functions both as the State Board of Education and the Board of Regents. Second the agreement provided that the University of Idaho will help in the economic development the Post Falls area. He felt the University of Idaho should be encouraged to assist in economic development around the state and not just in the Post Falls area, and that the University of Idaho could not be prohibited by the agreement from assisting in other areas around the state.
It was moved by Dr. Fox and seconded by Dr. Dillon to accept the Riverbend Research and Training Park report. No vote taken. The motion was lost. (motion #32)
Ms. Meyer said she had concerns about the funding for programs and that Dr. Hoover addressed her concerns by discussing in the report the reallocation of funds. She was also concerned about how the project will happen and thanked the Foundation for its assistance.
Mr. Hess said he endorsed the project and felt it was moving in the direction that education needed to go. He asked if the agreements for the responsibility for infra structure would be brought to the Board for approval. Dr. Barton said they did not need to be as the agreements are between the University and the Foundation. Ms. Meyer asked if the State Board was responsible for Foundation activities. Dr. Barton said the rule of thumb was that the Board's relationship to the Foundation should be an arm length's distance away. When the Foundation gives money to the University for educational purposes, the Board is responsible for those funds as they then become state funs; however when there are agreements between the UI and the Foudnation, the Board does not have to approve them. Dr. Hoover said the Board would be kept updated on all of the Foundation's activities and transactions.
Mr. Hess asked if his interpretation was correct that the Foundation would take responsibility for the infrastructure and development costs which relieves the Board of Education/Board of Regents of any fiduciary responsibility. If this is the situation, he is satidfied and fully supports the project. However if there are any residual responsibilities for the Regents, then there must be accountability. Mr. Park responded that there are no residual responsibilities for the Board.
Mr. Eaton felt that the State Board of Education's motion was predicated on the University of Idaho Foundation having satisfied the conditions of its motion that give rise to the transfer of the property. He said he did not want the motion to imply that the proposal was approved if one or the other of the Foundation Board's conditions mentioned in its motion were not met.
Mr. Mosman asked for clarification of the process. His interpretation was that the Foundation dows not sign on until the University has a presence and during that gap, the Board of Regents authorized the University to go forward. Dr. Hoover responded that the Board's action authorized the University initially to go forward with the limitation placed on it was on the acceptance of the gift until due diligence and other questions had been satisfactorily answered. Mr. Mosman said his reading was that until the Foundation comes on, the Board of Regents is in teh ink; and then when the FOundation comes on, they take the Board out. Dr. Hoover said there wold be no change in the reality of what there is right now until there is a figt of land, which means until the conditions established by the Foundation have been met. Mr. Hawkins added that there would be no transfer of title until the two Foundation stipulations are met. Jacklin will not sign the deed until they are convinced that the University of Idaho will have a presence.
It was moved by Ms. Meyer, seconded by Dr. Fox and carried that the State Board of Education and Regents of the University of Idaho approve the University of Idaho providing educational services in theh Post Falls area at the Riverbend Research and Training Park, according to plans that will develop with the University of Idaho Foundation. (Motion #33) |
4/17/97 |
34-36 |
| Telecommunication Infrastructure Project (TIP) for Greek Living Groups |
It was moved by Dr. Dillon seconded by Ms. Meyer and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to extend the TIP system to the Greek living groups, with costs to be paid by them, to provide service consistent with telecommunication services provided throughout the campus. Mr. Eaton Abstained. (Motion #26) |
4/17/97 |
18 |
| Sale of Residence to Kappa Delta Sorority |
Mr. Mosman advised that he was contacted by an honors student regarding the location for the honors program if the sale was approved. Dr. Hoover responded that another facility would be provided to the honors program.
It was moved by Dr. Dillon, seconded by Ms. Meyer and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to negotiate and sign necessary documents to sell, transfer, and convey to the Kappa Delta Sorority the former Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority residence currently occupied by the Honors Program Students together with certain personal property, and to lease to Kappa Delta Sorority for a term not to exceed 99 years the real property described in Exhibit D. (Motion #28) |
4/17/97 |
19 |
| Election of Board Officers |
It was moved by Mr. Eaton, seconded by Dr. Fox and carried to elect Ms. Judith C. Meyer as President of the State Board of Education. (Motion #6)
It was moved by Mr. Mosman, seconded by Mr. Hess and carried to elect Dr. Thomas Dillon as Vice President of the State Board of Education. (Motion #7).
It was moved by Mr. Davis, seconded by Dr. Dillon and carried to elect Mr. Jerry Hess as Secretary of the State Board of Education. (Motion #8). |
4/17/97 |
5 |
| Personnel |
Larry Branen-Executive Director of Budget and Planning and Professor of Food Science from Professor of Food Science.
It was moved by Mr. Mosman, seconded by Mr. Davis and carried to approve the UI's request to appoint Mr. A. Larry Brannen as Executive Director of Budget and Planning and Professor of Food Science. |
4/17/97 |
8 |
| Personnel |
David Farrar- Head, Men's Basketball Coach from Associate Head, Men's Basketball Coach.
Dr. Hoover advised the Board that the bonus for Mr. Farrar is a standard bonus for the position, and is contingent on his win/loss record and his record with the students.
It was moved by Mr. Mosman, seconded by Dr. Dillon and carried to approve the UI's request to appoint Mr. C. David Farrar as Head, Men's Basketball Coach. (Motion #19) |
4/17/97 |
9 |
| Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Affiliation Agreement with Heart Institute of Spokane |
4/17/97 |
18 |
| Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Affiliation Agreement with Mediplex Rehabilitation Center |
4/17/97 |
18 |
| Approval of Professional Fee for Architecture Programs |
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam and seconded by Mr. Eaton to approve the recommendation of the AA/PC to approve a fee of $440 for the University of Idaho for the architecture and landscape architecture programs. A Roll Call vote was taken. The motion carried.
AYES: Dr. Dillon, Mr. Eaton, Dr. Fox, Dr. Mc William, Ms. Meyer
NAYS: Mr. Hess, Mr. Mosman
ABSTAIN: Mr. Davis
*For more on this discussion see minutes |
4/17/97 |
33 |
| Student Fees-FY98 Fee Increases |
Mr. Eaton asked the presidents to address the Board and indicate why the amounts are justified.
Dr. Robert Hoover reviewed the request and said that the most significant fee increase at the University of Idaho was in Facilities Fees, which makes up nearly half of the request.
Dr. Dillon said he could perceive a change in the process in that the Board is now asking the presidents to supply a service and to fund that service on the backs of the students, because there is no other source. He said he would vote for the increases because there are no other options at the present time.
Mr. Eaton said he would vote in favor of the increases with the expectation that following the vote, the Board come to a resolution and for a policy on the issue.
Mr. Hess said he would support the increase but felt that at some time, a point of diminishing returns would be reached, and that this would only be a band aid effort to address a larger problem.
Mr. Mosman said he would vote against the increase. He felt the technology fee definition (a fee charged for campus technology enhancements and operations) as he interpreted it was the same as tuition. He said he would continue to fight against tuition disguised as fees and that if there were a vote on changing the constitution, he would vote for that change.
Dr. McWilliam said the Board has discussed this issue several times and asked that it be put on either the June or September agenda so the Board could take a stand before the legislature goes into session.
Mr. Hess felt the problem is that the Board is revisiting the issue, that it has drawn a line in the sand which does not hold. He felt the Board should make some recommendations and take some definitive actions.
It was moved by Dr. Fox, seconded by Dr. McWilliam and carried to approve the fees as presented in Exhibit #2 for Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark College, the University of Idaho and Eastern Idaho Technical College with corrections as noted. (Motion #52)
*See Minutes for more on this discussion |
4/17/97 |
30 |
| Psychology Building Renovations |
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Ms. Meyer and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to increase the scope of work and budget for renovations to the Psychology Building.(Motion #27) |
4/17/97 |
18 |
| Interim Executive Director |
It was moved by Dr. Dillon and seconded by Mr. Mosman to offer the Interim Executive Director's position to Darrell V. Manning at a salary not to exceed 90 percent of the current Executive Director's salary. The motion was amended to include the words "annual salary." A roll call vote was taken. The motion carried. (Motion #3).
AYES: Mr. Eaton, Dr. Fox, Mr. Hess, Mr. Mosman, Dr. McWilliam, Dr. Dillon
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Mr. Davis
Ms. Meyer advised that although Mr. Davis could not attend the meeting he heartily endorsed Mr. Manning and looked forward to working with him.
*See minutes for more on this decision |
5/19/97 |
2 |
| Personnel |
Brian L. Pitcher- Provost and Tenured Professor of Sociology. FTE 1.0, 12 months, Proposed Annual Salary.
John A. Miller
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Annual Salary: $110,016.72
It was moved by Mr. Mosman to disapprove the salary amount recommended for John Miller, Dean, UI Law school. No second-motion withdrawn. (Motion #19)
It was moved by Mr. Eaton, seconded by Dr. Dillon and carried to approve the salary amount recommended for John Miller, Dean, UI Law School. (Motion #20)
Dan Schoenberg - Acting Director of Auxiliary Services
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Annual Salary: $62,097.12
Mr. Mosman advised that he was abstaining from taking action on Mr. Schoenberg's appointment as Mr. Shoenberg is a personal friend.
Micheal Russell - Assistant Professor of Music
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Annual Salary: $40,006.08
Terry Evans - Acting Director of Conferences, Events, and Information Service
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Annual Salary $42,052.32
Randy Geller - Senior Associate University Counsel
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Annual Salary: $52,012.08
Jeff Mills and Nick Holt -see below entry
Tim Miller - Asst. Director of Facilities Mgmt and Mgr of Custodial Svcs
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Annual Salary: $46, 019.52
Steve R. Monday - Postdoctoral Fellow
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Salary: $27,519.84
Wayne Nelson - Asst. Director of Facilities Management and Mgr of Building Trades
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Annual Salary: $47,000.88
Charles Zillinger - Asst. Dir. of Facilities. Management and Manager of Landscape and Ext. Services
FTE/Term : 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Annual Salary: $46,019.52
UI requested approval for an extension of the contract for Chris Tormey, Head Football Coach, through June 30, 2000, per the terms of his original contract.
Christopher J. Tormey - Head Football Coach
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Annual Salary: $75,478.00
Wilde, Glenn - Executive Director of Information Resources and Technology
Wright Eileen- Dual Appointment as Professor and Chair, Division of Education for LCSC and Professor, Division of Teacher Education at the UI. Proposed annual salary was $61,437.
Mr. Eaton said the Academic Affairs/ Program Committee will be bringing a description of how costs are transferred or reallocated to new programs. He felt that was important to demonstrate to the public that the money is actually reallocated funds.
It was moved by Mr. Mosman, seconded by Dr. Dillon and carried to approve the non- routine agenda items with the exception of the UI's requests for Mr. Nick Holt and Mr. Jeff Mills. (Motion #21) |
6/19/97 |
12 |
| Personnel |
Nick Holt - Assistant Football Coach
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Annual Salary: $47,084.40
Jeff Mills - Assistant Football Coach
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Annual Salary: $33,345.36
The salaries for Nick Holt and Mr. Jeff Mills are contingent upon incentive pay. There was discussion regarding the BSU reporting format for coaches. All of the institution presidents agreed to use it in the future. Dr. Dillon asked that when graduation rates for athletes are reported, the rates for the entire student body also be reported so the Board will have something to measure against.
It was moved by Mr. Mosman, and seconded by Dr. Dillon and carried to approve the UI's salary requests for Mr. Nick Holt and Mr. Jeff Mills. (Motion #22). |
6/19/97 |
13 |
| Personnel-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Linda Keeney from Acting Manager of Accounts Payable to Manager of Accounts Payable |
6/19/97 |
9 |
| New Program-Master of Natural Resources degree |
The committee approved the NOI of the University of Idaho for a Master's of Natural Resources degree. The program is in cooperation with Boise State University. A full proposal will be developed. |
6/19/97 |
17 |
| Contracts and Agreements |
Mr. Mosman recommended the Board review the contract between Julie Holt Head Woman's Basketball Coach, and the University of Idaho as it addresses many of the issues the Board has been dealing with lately. |
6/19/97 |
16 |
| In-State Fee Waivers for Women's Sports |
UI requested approval to waive in-state fees for 71 women athletes beginning in FY98 in order to achieve progress toward two of the three gender equity operational goals for the intercollegiate athletics program.
Mr. Hess felt the entire sports issue should be reviewed. He asked to be provided with total sports costs versus the general fund and the gender equity women's sport fee dollar amount. Ms. Meyer advised this issue was one of the first white papers scheduled to be completed and will be one of the first issues to be addressed. |
6/19/97 |
22 |
| Additional Bonds for Commons Project |
The UI requested approval to issue $1,000,000 in student fee revenue bonds to B.C. Hamilton to provide additional construction funding for the University Commons Project. It will bear interest at 6.45 percent and become due as a lump sum in the year 2027. It would be secured by the Activity Center Complex Fee, but on a subordinate basis to all other bonds secured by the Activity Center Complex Fee. Upon the death of Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton the bond will be canceled. The Board expressed its appreciation to Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton for their generosity in contributing to the University.
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam, seconded by Mr. Davis and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to issue $1,000,000 in Student Fee Revenue bonds to B.C. Hamilton to provide additional construction funding for the University Commons Project. |
6/19/97 |
22 |
| ISU/UI Agreement on Idaho Falls |
It was moved by Mr. Davis, seconded by Dr. Dillon and carried to endorse the program that the University of Idaho is doing with Idaho State University in Idaho Falls. (Motion #46)
Exhibits on file with the Office of the State Board of Education. |
6/19/97 |
30 |
| Mosman Letter/Kermit Davis |
Mr Kirby Nelson reviewed his recommendations:
- All contract, coaching contracts in particular, should be formal documents and should be brought to the Board for approval.
- The Board should clarify its policy regarding bonuses and merit pay should be required to report to the Board eligibility for bonuses and the payment(s) of those bonuses.
- Send a copy of the report to the Latah County Prosecutor for review.
- Explore seeking restitution of the $20,000 by contacting the Attorney General, the Controller and the State Treasurer to get their opinion on the Board's ability to collect some or all of the funds.
Mr. Nelson advised that Dr. Hoover had received a letter from Mr. Davis informing him that the Louisiana State University Athletic Foundation will reimburse the state. Dr. Hoover said he did not feel this situation would be covered as the premium amount for the coverage as the premium amount for the coverage would be to high. However, he will check with the UI's Risk Management.
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Mr. Davis and carried (Mr. Mosman abstained) to receive Mr. Nelson's recommendations, excluding recommendation #3. The motion was amended to include those funds which may not be identified here, but which the state lost through this process be recovered. (Motion #3) |
6/19/97 |
6 |
| Underprepared and Unprepared Adults |
The committee discussed ways to address this segment of the population and how to get necessary funding. FY98 funding and the FY99 funding and the FY99 budget requests were discussed. Four funding sources were identified:
- Higher Education
- Community Colleges
- Vocational Education
- K-12
The amount being spent in this area is $880,000, which amounts to $.80 for every $1,000 spent on education for a segment of the population that numbers about 261,000 or 188,000 working people. A subcommittee was appointed to address the issue and bring back recommendations on what the ultimate goal should be.
The FY99 vocational education budget should be 25 percent or $600,000, whichever is greater, of the enhancement requests of the community colleges, the college and universities. Additionally, the SDOE was asked to include $500,000 in their budget requests.
It was moved by Dr. Mc. William, seconded by Dr. Dillon and carried to approve the recommendations of the 70 Percent Committee's FY98 allocation of the college and universities discretionary funds for $447,800 to be allocated : Boise State University $106,000; Idaho State University $106,000; Lewis-Clark State College $105,800, and the University of Idaho $30,000 with the additional $100,000 to Idaho State University in EWA equity. (Motion #35)
It was moved by Dr. Dillon seconded by Mr. Eaton and carried to approve the 70 Percent Committee's FY99 Budget Guidelines to serve the Under prepared and the Unprepared and will consist of the following: (Motion #36)
- The Department of Education will include a $500,000 increase in Adult Base Education.
- Vocational education will take 25 percent of the increase or $600,000, whichever is greater.
Dr. Bowen asked that it be stressed that the requests are the result of policy changes. He expressed concerns that is has been sometime since there has been money approved beyond MCO; therefore, the money will have to come from reallocations. Dr. Dillon said the committee did not take that position, that it is aware that enhancement funds may not be appropriated. Ms. Meyer said that at this time it might only be a policy change; that it may be sometime in the future before actual monies can be expended.
Mr. Eaton suggested either the 70 Percent Committee or the Finance Committee address the problem of a program being funded by two sources. He felt it might be better to place all of the money into one funding source. Mr. Hess agreed, but felt it was a little premature to make that decision. He felt part of the solution might come from the management review study.
It was moved by Dr. Dillon, seconded by Mr. Eaton and carried to ask the community colleges and the college and universities to provide additional education services for the under prepared and unprepared adult population. This decision will account 25 percent of the total enhancement request. The University of Idaho will not request funds for this decision unit. (Motion #37) |
6/19/97 |
25 |
| Affiliation Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Affiliation Agreements with Columbia Eastern Idaho regional Medical Center for Sports Science Students. |
6/19/97 |
21 |
| Affiliation Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Affiliation Agreement with Bannock Regional Medical Center for science students |
6/19/97 |
21 |
| Appointments-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Appointment of Wayne Rush as Director, Alumni Relations |
6/19/97 |
9 |
| Easements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval of Stepping Stones Easement |
6/19/97 |
21 |
| Insurance-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval to renew the employee medical and dental insurance contract with MSB/Blue Shield of Idaho |
6/19/97 |
* |
| Lease Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval authorizing FINVP to enter into a five-year lease with Epsilon Kappa of Theta Chi, Inc. |
6/19/97 |
21 |
| Purchases-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval to purchase the Mass Spectrometer for IMAGE |
6/19/97 |
21 |
| Executive Council Recommendations |
A break was taken to give the Executive Council the opportunity to meet and prepare a list of priority items. After meeting, Dr. Hoover addressed the Board and advised the Executive Council recommended the following:
- The Executive Council recommends the Board urge the legislature to fully fund employee benefits in the 1998 budget from the current surplus.
- The Executive Council recommends the Board urge the Governor and the legislature to carryover the remainder of the current surplus to the 1999 educational operating and capital budgets.
It was agreed by consensus that the one-time priority expenditures will be specified as either capital or operating.
It was moved by Dr. Dillon, seconded by Dr. McWilliam and carried to accept the recommendations of the Executive Council for fully funding the employee benefits of the 1997 surplus and the carryover excess to educational operating capital budgets in the 1999 budget. (Motion #13) |
8/20/97 |
18 |
| UI-Agriculture Biotech Facility |
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Dr. McWilliam and carried to approve the University of Idaho's $1,050,000 request for the Agriculture Biotech Facility as the first priority in the Permanent Building Fund.(Motion #18) |
8/20/97 |
19 |
| UI Teaching and Learning Center |
It was moved by Mr. Hess and seconded by Dr. McWilliam to approve the University of Idaho's request for $250,000 in renovation money for the Teaching and Learning Center. (Motion #21) No Vote Taken
Mr. Mosman asked Mr. Hess if doing the projects in two stages would give them a higher priority with Public Works. Mr. Hess felt it would. He also said that if they were funded at 50 % this year, the Board should submit them next year with as high priorities. |
8/20/97 |
19 |
| Lease Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Month-to-Month Lease of Agnes Schuldt Property for Residence Utilized by Martin Inst. - 1304 Deakin |
9/18/97 |
17 |
| Finance Committee-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Dr. Dillon, seconded by Mr. Davis and carried to approve the Finance Committee agenda items for the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, the State Division of Vocational Education, Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and the University of Idaho, Except for the non-routine items listed in 4.3.(Motion #25) |
9/18/97 |
17 |
| Appointments-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Appointment of J. Douglas McQueen as Director of Riverbend Research and TrainingPark |
9/18/97 |
7 |
| Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Dr. Dillon seconded by Mr. Hess and carried to approve the Personnel/ Student Affairs agenda items for the Office of the State Board of Education, Idaho Educational Public Broadcasting System, the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, the State Division of Vocational Education, the Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College, and the University of Idaho except for the non-routine items listed in 2.3. (Motion #35) |
9/18/97 |
7 |
| Personnel |
Dennis Kent Allen - Operations Manager for Idaho Falls Center
Proposed Annual Salary:$30,004.56
Current Annual Salary: $25,139.52
Amount & Percent: $4,865.04/+19.35% |
9/18/97 |
10 |
| Personnel |
Earl J. Bennet - Dean, College of Mines & Earth Resources, Director of the Idaho Geological Survey and Professor of Geology w/Tenure
Proposed Annual Salary: $93,017.60
Current Annual Salary: $64,435.68
Amount & Percent: 28,581.92/+44.36% |
9/18/97 |
10 |
| Personnel |
Jo Eilen Force- Prof. of Forest Resources and Acting Dept. Head
Proposed Annual Salary: $76,502.72
Current Annual Salary: $53,640.72 (academic year)
$65,560.88 ( converted to fiscal year)
Amount & Percent: $10,941.52/+16.69% |
9/18/97 |
11 |
| Personnel |
Carl Baldwin- Asst. Registrar in Idaho Falls
Proposed Annual Salary: $32,009.04
Current & Annual Salary: $27,248.40
Amount & Percent : $4,760.64/+17.47% |
9/18/97 |
11 |
| Personnel |
Maureen E. Laflin - Acting Director of the Legal Aid Clinic
Proposed Annual Salary: $65,000.00
Current Annual Salary: $56,417.76
Amount & Percent: $8,582.24/+15.21% |
9/18/97 |
11 |
| Personnel |
Ashwani Vij - Crystallographer
Proposed Annual Salary: $39,520.00
Current Annual Salary: $30,004.56
Amount & Percent: $9,515.44/+31.71 % |
9/18/97 |
11 |
| Personnel |
Gary L. Wooden - Acting Mgr of Technology Application
Proposed Annual Salary: $60,008.00
Current Annual Salary: $49,026.24
Amount & Percent:$10,981.76/+22.39% |
9/18/97 |
11 |
| Personnel |
It was moved by Mr. Mosman, seconded by Dr. Fox and carried to approve the agency/institution non-routine agenda items (Motion #36) |
9/18/97 |
11 |
| Idaho - Washington Reciprocity Agreement |
It was moved by Mr. Eaton seconded by Dr. Dillon and carried to approve the renewal of the Memorandum of Agreement. (Motion #43) |
9/18/97 |
16 |
| Committee Report |
Dr. Dillon advised the committee had met prior to the Board meeting and that Ms. Karen McGee of the Workforce Development Council (WDC) had addressed the committee. Dr. Dillon has attended WDC meetings and feels the committees are folding in well.
Topics being addressed by the committee are:
1. Minority education
2. Community college function - a subcommittee will meet and bring recommendations to the Board.
At the last meeting, the committee focused on minority education, specifically Kispanic and Native American. The committee asked the representatives of these groups who are members of the committee to present their recommendations. The recommendations were inclusive and very broad.
Dr. Dillon said the committee would like to define what the issues are, as there is some confusion regarding the number of drop-outs. Mr. Davis asked what would be done different than is currently being done. Dr. Dillon responded that they would look at Hispanic and Native American drop-out rates and scores on various tests so the problem can better be identified. In the past, there was not a separation of these groups from the rest of the population.
Dr. Mike Rush said the committee was looking at issues that would impact higher education and that several of the recommendations from both the Hispanic Council and the Native American Education Task Force dealt with higher education recommendations. It was pointed out that the SBOE implemented or approved a plan by their Minority Affairs Officer in 1992 that had specific recommendations for each of the institutions. The question came up in the 70 Percent Committee whether or not it has been done. This recommendation is an interim step to provide that information.
It was moved by Dr. Dillon, seconded by Mr. Mosman and carried that the State Board of Education require colleges and universities to report by January 1998 on the progress of implementation of the Ethnic/Racial Minority Student Recruitment, Enrollment, Retention and Graduation Action Plan approved by the Idaho State Board of Education in 1992. (Motion #22) |
9/18/97 |
26 |
| Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Mr. Mosman, seconded by Dr. McWilliam, and carried to approve the Personnel/Student Affairs agenda items for the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, Idaho Public Television, the State Division of Vocational Education, Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College, and the University of Idaho, except non-routine items listed in 2.3. (Motion #19) |
10/23/97 |
7 |
| Personnel |
2.3 Changes in Salary Rank, Title or Duties
- Oman, Paul W. - Chairperson and Associate Professor of Computer Science, $60,217.92 to $85,009.60
- Wai, Chien - Of Chemistry to Chairperson & Prof. of Chemistry, $69,279.84 to $89,679.60
- Charles Labine- Asst. Dir. of University Residences to Acting Dir. of University Residences, $35,172.60 to $41,017.60
- Charles Kendal Niggemyer- Field Engineer to Associate Engineer,$27,148.80 to $42,993.60
It was moved by Mr. Mosman, seconded by Dr. Fox and carried to approve the institution/agency non- routine agenda items except University of Idaho employee Chien M. Wai. (Motion #22)
Mr. Mosman said he was a friend of Mr. Wai and would abstain from voting on his appointment.
It was moved by Ms. Meyer, seconded by Dr. Mc.William and carried to approve the appointment of Chien M. Wai as Chairperson and Professor of Chemistry at the University of Idaho. (Mr. Mosman abstained) |
10/23/97 |
8 |
| Vehicles for Coaches |
Dr. Hoover said the legal representative have expressed concerns regarding vehicles for employees in that there was no explicit approval for providing trade-out vehicles to coaches. He asked that a legal opinion be obtained. Mr. Mosman said he felt that was approved for coaches, but if something specific was needed, the attorneys should be asked for a statement of what is needed and it will be considered. |
10/23/97 |
15 |
| Purchases-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval to purchase Mass Spectrometer for Dept. of Chemistry |
10/23/97 |
21 |
| Approval of Non-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam, seconded by Mr. Mosman and carried to approve the Finance Committee agendas for the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis Clark State College and the University of Idaho, except for non-routine items listed in 4.3. (Motion #11) |
10/23/97 |
21 |
| Commercial Line-of-Credit |
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam and seconded by Mr. Davis to approve the University of Idaho's request for the Vice President for Finance and Administration to negotiate a new commercial open line-of-credit at tax-exempt rates effective in calendar year 1998, not to exceed $1,500,000, with First Security Bank, which currently provides banking services for the University. The motion was amended and carried to delete the phrase "with First Security Bank, which currently provides banking services for the University"
Mr. Eaton did not participate in the discussion and abstained from voting. |
10/23/97 |
21 |
| Construction Manager |
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam, seconded by Dr. Dillon and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request for the Vice President for Finance and Administration to conclude the construction management agreement and award a construction management services contract to Construction Manager - At Risk, Hoffman Construction Co., that includes the authority to enter into construction contracts to a maximum of $14,000,000. (Motion #13) |
10/23/97 |
22 |
| Optional Retirement Plan-Lump Sum |
a. Lump Sum Withdrawal for ORP Participants
The Idaho State Board of Education's Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), Article VII Benefits, 7.1 Retirement Benefits currently states that an employee who retires or terminates at or after age 62 may withdraw employee and employer contributions plus earnings as a lump sum. The employee may withdraw only the employee contributions plus earnings as a lump sum prior to age 62.
The Office of the State Board of Education and the institutions requested a revision to ORP to change the age which a participant may withdraw the amount accumulated to his or her account as a lump sum. The requested revision is to allow participants to access their entire accumulation to age 55 rather than age 62. The change would bring the plan current with present retirement practices, would allow employees more control over their retirement funds and would not conflict with how PERSI participants are treated.
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam, seconded by Mr. Davis and carried to change the Optional Retirement Plan, article VII, Paragraph 7.1 to indicate that an employee who retires or terminates at or after age 55 may withdraw his/her entire account as a lump sum, and prior to age 55 may withdraw only the employee contributions plus earnings as a lump sum. (Motion #14) |
10/23/97 |
22 |
| Optional Retirement Plan-Cash Withdrawal |
ORP participants who have a combined employer and employee accumulation of less than $4,000 are allowed to take a cash withdrawal upon termination.
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam, seconded by Mr. Hess and carried to change the Optional Retirement Plan participant cash withdrawal amount to $10,000 or less. (Motion #5) |
10/23/97 |
22 |
| Request to Waiver In-State Fee for Women Athletes |
The athletic departments currently pay the in-state fees for an athlete receiving a scholarship to the institution. This becomes an expense to the athletic department and revenue to the institution. Waiving in-state fees for women athletes would eliminate that expense to the athletic departments and would reduce fee revenue to the institutions. The reduction in expenses would result in additional funds available to the athletic department. The athletic department would use these funds to support the women's programs in achieving gender equity.
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam to accept the institutions' recommendation to waive in-state fees for college athletes. No second. (Motion #16)
There was a general discussion regarding the pros and cons of waiving in-state athletic fees, and Title IX issues.
It was moved by Mr. Hess and seconded by Dr. Dillon to refer the Title IX issue back to the Board staff to work with the institutions and any other interested parties in coming up with alternative solutions that we can choose from in making a policy decision about the Title IX issue. A Roll Call vote was taken. The motion carried. (Motion #17)
AYES: Dr. Dillon, Mr. Eaton, Dr. Fox, Mr. Hess, Ms. Meyer
NAYS: Dr. McWilliam, Mr. Mosman, Mr. Davis |
10/23/97 |
23 |
| Personnel |
Item 2.3 Changes in Salary, Rank, Title or Duties
- Grace Goc Karp-From Assoc. Prof to Interim Director of the Div. of Teacher Ed & Assoc. Prof. , $40,068.72 to $63,294.40
- A.D'Wayne Hodgin- Lecturer $30,784.00 to $34,631.14
It was moved by Mr. Mosman, seconded by Dr. Fox and carried to approve the agency institution non-routine agenda items. (Motion #19) |
11/20/97 |
8 |
| New Programs |
NOI: M.S. Environmental Engineering - UI
NOI: M.E. Systems Engineering - UI
Approved |
11/20/97 |
12 |
| Lease Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval of renewal of UI Boise Center at M-K Plaza |
11/20/97 |
15 |
| Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam, seconded and carried to approve the Finance Committee agenda items for the Idaho Educational Public Broadcasting System, the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, the Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the State Division of Vocational Education, Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and the University of Idaho, except for the non-routine items listed in 4.3.(Motion #6) |
11/20/97 |
15 |
| Student Revenue Bonds |
In January 1997, the Board approved the University Commons Project for $16,500,000 and the issuance of bonds totaling $14,165,000 (net $13,000,000 for construction) for the project. In April 1997, student fees were increased $45 per semester to secure the bonds.
Due to changes in IRS regulations, the University requested authorization to build and finance the retail tenant areas previously planned to be built by users of the facilities. The project cost will increase from $16,500,000 to $19,056,000. The amount of additional financing requested was $5,620,000 (net $4,700,000 for construction) which will be used to construct the tenant areas and $735,000 of furnishings/fixtures/equipment not included in the original construction budget. Debt service for this bond issue will be paid by net revenues generated by the institutional food service and bookstore operations, secured by the Activity Center Complex Fee.
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam, seconded by Dr. Dillon and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to increase the University Commons Project to $19,056,000 and to approve a supplemental resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of Student Fee Revenue Bonds (University Commons Supplemental Project), Series 1997, in the principal amount of $5,620,000: authorizing the execution and delivery of a bond purchase agreement and providing for other matters relating to the authorization, issuance, sale and payment of the Series 1997 Bonds. (Motion #11)
Mr. Davis did not participate in the discussion or vote. |
11/20/97 |
16-17 |
| Funding for Gender Equity |
Dr. McWilliam said the Finance Committee held discussion on various aspects of gender equity issues including how to resolve the issue. The committee reviewed three options for getting additional funding:
- Economize.
- Increase contributions from general funds either by tuition waivers or by releasing the caps.
- A combination with outside funds.
The committee discussed giving Financial Officers three instructions:
- Make new recommendations without tuition waivers.
- Make new recommendations with tuition waivers.
- Start from scratch with no restrictions and look at various combinations.
Mr. Hess felt the problems were different at each institution and needed to be addressed separately. He felt there should be full disclosure of the costs of the programs. He did not feel fee waivers would address the long-term problem.
It was moved by Mr. Hess and seconded by Mr. Mosman to instruct the institutions to come back with individual, custom-made recommendations for a long-term solution for their institutions to resolve the gender equity issue. The motion was withdrawn. (Motion #12)
A substitute motion was made by Dr. Fox and seconded by Mr. Davis to approve up to 59 in-state fee waives for the universities and up to 15 in-state fee waivers for LCSC for FY98 and direct the staff to develop a policy on in-state fee waivers, identifying limits on how they will be phased-in. The motion was withdrawn. (Motion #13)
It was moved by Dr. Dillon, seconded by Mr. Mosman and carried:
That the institutions may be allowed to use one-time funds from their current budgets, limited to $115,000 for the universities and $28,000 for LCSC in FY98 to deal with gender equity funding.
The determination as to initiate this transfer, if desired, is to be initiated by the presidents.
The presidents will report back to the SCOE their long-term solutions as to the gender equity and athletic funding problems within the next three months. (Motion #14) |
11/20/97 |
17-18 |
| Deloitte & Touche FY 97 Financial Audit |
Mr. Larry Bird reviewed the services provided by Deloitte & Touche and presented the results of the FY 97 financial audits. He then responded to questions from Board members.
Mr. Bird recommended Deloitte & Touche hold a financial workshop with Board members every two or three years. He felt one should be held sometime in the spring but before June, 1998. He also recommended future presentations be dealt with in two parts:
The Finance Committee review the audit's scope and findings.
A financial overview be conducted with the full Board.
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam, seconded by Dr. Dillon and carried to accept the FY97 financial audit for Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis Clark State College and the University of Idaho. |
11/20/97 |
18 |
| Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Dr. Fox , seconded by Mr. Eaton, and carried to approve the Personnel/Student Affairs agenda items for the Office of the State Board of Education, Idaho Educational Public Broadcasting System, the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Rehabilitation, Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College, and the University of Idaho, except for the non-routine items listed in 2.3. (Motion #29) |
1/25/98 |
10 |
| Personnel |
Professor of Computer Science and Hewlett Packard Chair
FTE/Term: 1.0/10 Months
Annual Salary: $77,105.60
Effective Date: January 1, 1998
Department/Funding: Electrical Engineering and Computer Science/Fiscal year, Appropriated and Grant Funds
Dr. Fox said this was a new position. The individual will have research and teaching responsibilities at the Hewlett Packard site in Boise and will provide technical assistance to Idaho industry. It will also bring what industry is doing back to the campus.
Mr. Eaton asked if this position, being a chair position, was funded as an endowed position, or if there was an additional request for general money. Dr. Hoover responded that it was an annual commitment on the part of Hewlett Packard. Mr. Hess asked if there were appropriated funds. Dr. Hoover responded that the UI is funding 50 percent of the salary.
Mr. Eaton asked how if a chair position was an endowed position, this could be considered a chair. Mr. Satterlee was asked to review and come back with a response. |
1/25/98 |
11 |
| Personnel |
Joanne B. Carr - Vice President for University Advancement
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 months
Proposed Annual Salary: $106,000.00
Effective Date: February 1, 1998
Dr. Hoover said this is a redefined position. The salary range for this type of position is from the high $90's to $136. Mr. Hess asked if there was some type of measurement system where individuals in these positions can be shown to bring in more funds than are paid to them in salaries. Dr. Hoover reviewed the job responsibilities of the person in the position and felt that she would bring in a considerable amount of funds into the University. |
1/25/98 |
14 |
| Personnel |
John Jegla - Visiting Faculty - Chemistry
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 months
Proposed Annual Salary: $48,193.60
Current Annual Salary: $24,003.20
Amount and Percent: +$24,190.40 (+100.78%)
Effective Date: August 1, 1997 - October 31, 1997
Dr. Fox said due to a clerical error, the salary was originally submitted for 6 months, that this position is for 12 months |
1/25/98 |
14 |
| Personnel |
Chandra Zenner Ford - From Asst Dir of Alumni Relations to Dir of Development for the College of Law
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 months
Proposed Annual Salary: $46,009.60
Current Annual Salary: $37,855.44
Amount and Percent: +$8,154.16 (+21.54%)
Effective Date: November 11, 1997 |
1/25/98 |
14 |
| Personnel |
Charles Labine - From Asst Dir of Univ Residences to Acting Dir of Univ Residences
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Annual Salary: $41,017.60
Current Annual Salary: $35,182.80
Amount and Percent: + $5,834.80 (+16.58%)
Effective Date: August 4, 1997 |
1/25/98 |
14 |
| Personnel |
Caroline Nilsson - Director of Development for the College of Agriculture
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 months
Proposed Annual Salary: $55,016.00
Current Annual Salary: $48,441.60
Amount and Percent: + $6,574.40 (+13.57%)
Effective Date: January 1,1998 |
1/25/98 |
14 |
| Personnel |
Lloyd M. Scott - From Assoc Dir of New Student Srvs to Interim Dir of New Student Srvcs
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 months
Proposed Annual Salary: $45,011.20
Current Annual Salary: $34,819.20
Amount and Percent: + $10,192.00 (+29.27%)
Effective Date: December 12, 1997 |
1/25/98 |
15 |
| Approval of Non-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Dr. Fox, seconded and carried to approve the agency/institution non-routine agenda items except for Darlene Bailey and changing John Jegla to twelve months.
Mr. Hess expressed concerns that by the time the action comes to the Board for approval, the new hires have been hired. He did not feel approval should be given after the fact, that the requests should come to the Board prior to the public announcement of employment.
Dr. Dillon was in agreement with Mr. Hess, but felt that the presidents needed the flexibility to hire prior to Board approval. He did not feel the Board should be in the position of asking the presidents to run the institutions, but getting its approval prior to hiring people.
Dr. Hoover said this was a significant issue. He said that in many instances qualified candidates are involved in other searches and in order to be able to hire the best person, the institutions needed to be able to offer them the position immediately. He said the institutions were competing for people in a very competitive environment and needed to be able to move rapidly. Dr. Hoover said they understood that the Board had guidelines it needed to follow. The presidents were trying to hire within the context of those rules, but it can be difficult in a competitive marketplace.
Mr. Davis felt the presidents would act appropriately in determining salary amounts and said he felt comfortable with their decisions.
Mr. Hess said he still was not comfortable with the approvals given after the hiring.
Mr. Eaton said his concern was the hiring of individuals already within the system using any general account funds. |
1/25/98 |
15 |
| New Programs:Recommendation of Council on Academic Affairs and Programs |
NOI: Range Livestock Management, University of Idaho
Mr. Eaton said the request meshes the current programs in the Colleges of Agriculture and Forestry to develop a cooperative degree. The curriculum has been designed to meet the needs of both areas, with minimal fiscal costs. A similar program being offered through Animal and Veterinary Science is being modified and merged into this program. He said the program was a result of individuals in both departments working jointly to define a curriculum to meet the objectives. The committee felt all those involved should be commended.
Mr. Hess asked if there was a process to determine the demand for this and other types of programs. Mr. Eaton responded that there is a process which must be used. Mr. Hess suggested the process be addressed in the future with discussion of a process that identifies demands. He felt that as discipline demands change, there should be data which indicates the degree of demand for a particular program. Dr. Dillon said that in full proposal requests, the committee does ask specifically for documentation of need employment prospects and whether or not it infringes on any other program area in the state.
It was moved by Mr. Eaton, seconded by Dr. McWilliam and carried to approve the request to develop a new joint B.S. Range Livestock Management program at the University of Idaho. (Motion #9) |
1/26/98 |
22 |
| Commercial Line-of-Credit-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval of $1,500,000 Commercial Line-of-Credit with First Security Bank |
1/26/98 |
26 |
| Lease Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval for VP for Finance & Administration to execute lease agreement for office space with IRF. |
1/26/98 |
26 |
| Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam, seconded by Mr. Hess and carried to approve the Finance Committee agenda items for the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind the State Division of Vocational Education, Boise State University, the University of Idaho, except for the non-routine items listed in 4.3. (Motion #15) (Mr. Davis abstained from voting, Mr. Eaton did not participate in the discussion and also abstained from voting.) |
1/26/98 |
26 |
| North Idaho Demographic Study |
Dr. Hoover:
There has been and will continue to be, significant growth in Northern Idaho, primarily in Kootenai and Boundary Counties. The findings led to two conclusions:
- The major growth will not be by traditional students in traditional programs.
- The major growth will be in various forms of continuing or adult education.
The projected growth will provide an opportunity and a challenge for the institutions and planning must focus on: traditional, non-traditional and non-credit programs.
Dr. Hoover:
Status report on the Riverbend Research Training Park:
- The name will be changed to the University of Idaho Research Park
- Mr. Doug McQueen has been hired as a park manager.
- Title to 28 acres, valued at $3,500,000 was recorded in Kootenai County on December 19.
- A conditional commitment of a loan for an additional four acres was received from Jacklins.
- A planner was retained and an architect was identified.
- The master plan should be completed by April, 1998 and the building design scheduled for completion by the end of the year.
- Cooperative marketing activities have been developed with Jobs Plus, the Spokane Economic Development Council, the Panhandle Area Council, Washington Water Power and the Idaho Dept. of Commerce.
- Two small companies (one local and the other from Los Angeles) have committed to the park.
- A park brochure is scheduled for distribution in April.
- A goal for 1999 is to fill the building with enough private companies to help pay for the construction of the park.
- The Idaho Research Foundation is planning for intellectual copyrights, in technology transfer and marking strategies associated with the park.
- Long-term strategy planning has occurred with the Kootenai County Extension Office.
- A $400,000 HUD grant was received and has been used as the income stream for the first year. Another grant request has been submitted.
Mr. Eaton said the UI Extension Service has been revamped and asked for a report. Dr. Hoover said they are in the process of putting together a strategic plan and said a report could be given after completion of the plan.
Dr. Bell:
North Idaho College is a community college and is fully engaged in providing community college services. There will be a need in the state for six community colleges as well as expansion of the programs at the four-year level.
Another report will be given in October. |
1/26/98 |
39-40 |
| Personnel- Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Kathy Clark from Associate Director of Athletics to Interim Director $56,125.44 to $67,350 |
3/19/98 |
10 |
| Personnel- Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Michael Whiteman - Director of International Student Programs from $38,480 to $46,250 |
3/19/98 |
10 |
| Personnel- Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval of Early Retirement Incentive Program (ERIP) |
3/19/98 |
10 |
| Lease Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval for VP to execute a lease with Jacklin Land Co. at Riverbend (UI Research Park at PostFalls) |
3/19/98 |
10 |
| Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Dr. Fox and seconded by Dr. William and carried to accept the minutes of the January, 1998 meeting. (Motion #10) |
3/19/98 |
10 |
| UI Request to Award President's Medallion |
A request was made for approval for the President of the University of Idaho to begin awarding The President's Medallion. It will be presented at the University of Idaho Commencement Plenary Ceremony each May and, when appropriate, at the December Commencement Plenary Ceremony. The President can make up to three awards per year which will cost approximately $250.00 each. The money will come from non-University funds.
It was moved by Dr. Fox, seconded by Dr. Dillon and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to award a President's Medallion. (Motion #15) |
3/19/98 |
10 |
| Request for Appeal Hearing |
Mr. Jack Van Deventer was not granted a doctoral degree by the University of Idaho. Dr. Hoover refused to hear an appeal on the merits of Mr. Van Deventer's claim that he was wrongly denied the degree award.
Board Governing Policy and Procedure Section II.I.3 (Appeal to the Board provides that "any written petition must be filed in the Office of the State Board of Education within fifteen (15) calender days after ...written notice of final action under the internal procedures of he institution..." The Section also states that "the Board may agree to review the final action [of the University President], setting out whatever procedure and conditions for review it deems appropriate or it may choose not to review the final action.
It was moved by Dr. Dillon, seconded by Mr. Hess and carried to disapprove Mr. Jack Ban Deventer's request for an Appeal Hearing. (Motion #17) |
3/19/98 |
13 |
| New Program: Master of Natural Resources |
Full Proposals:
M.Ed in Instructional Technology, ISU
Master of Natural Resources, UI
Certificate, Surgical Technology EITC
It was moved by Mr. Eaton, seconded and carried to approve the requests to initiate a M.Ed in Education Technology at ISU, a Master of Natural Resources at UI and a Certificate in Surgical Technology at EITC. (Motion #22) |
3/19/98 |
16 |
| Personnel- Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Roy Breckenridge - Supervisory Research Geologist - from $51,970.32 to $59,633.60
|
4/17/98 |
8 |
| Personnel- Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Kurt L. Othberg - Research Geologist - from $42,762.24 to $55,556.80 |
4/17/98 |
8 |
| Agreements- Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval to extend cooperative agreement with White Pine Species Group to 5/8/2042 |
4/16/98 |
|
| Routine Institution/Agency Agenda |
It was moved by Dr. Fox, seconded by Mr. Mosman, and carried to approve the Personnel/Student Affairs agenda items for:
Office of the State Board of Education
Idaho Public Television
State Division of Vocational Education
Eastern Idaho Technical College
Boise State University
Idaho State University
Lewis-Clark State College
University of Idaho
Mr. Mosman asked for it to be noted on the Boise State University agenda, Item 2.91, that the additional compensation was provided by the Humanitarian Bowl.
Dr. Fox said the committee discussed the problems of faculty salaries and compression. The presidents and agency heads will bring back information on where the salaries are in each area. Mr. Hess suggested the reports include a trend line on attrition rates. |
4/17/98 |
8 |
| Approval to Purchase |
The Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectrometer went through the bid process and will be purchased with J.J. Murdock Charitable Trust and the National Science Foundation funds. The Isotope Spectrometer was bid on a sole-source basis and will be purchased from National Science Foundation funds.
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Mr. Davis and carried to approve the purchase of a 500-MHZ Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectrometer for $560,036 and an Isotope Rationing Mass Spectrometer for $267,149. |
4/17/98 |
16 |
| Student Fee and Tuition Rates for FY99 |
Mr. Mosman said he would vote against the motion because:
- There had not been sufficient effort to do something other than raise student fees. He wrote to the Executive Council asking for their help in dealing with the problem, but has not had a response.
- The same argument that is used to argue against non-resident fee increases can be used to argue against resident fee increases.
- Tuition is being called fees.
Mr. Hess said he was not convinced that there needed to be fee increases of 10 percent every year and was concerned that there are big disparities in fees from institution to institution. He felt the Board should continue to address funding as a broad-based policy issue.
It was moved by Dr. Dillon, seconded by Mr. Davis and carried to approve the fee and tuition rates for FY99 for Boise State University, Idaho State University, the University of Idaho, Lewis-Clark State College and Eastern Idaho Technical College as recommended. (Motion #28)
Mr. Hes said the Finance Committee will review non-resident student fee increases. |
4/17/98 |
17 |
| Roles and Missions |
Dr. Fitch said the roles and missions statements provided to Board members for this meeting incorporate the changes requested at the March meeting.
Ms. Meyer said that while Mr. Mosman was not in attendance at this time, she had talked with him earlier and was advised that he approved the current version.
It was moved by Dr. Dillon, seconded by Dr. McWilliam and carried to approve the roles and missions statements for the institutions. (Motion #34) |
4/17/98 |
23 |
| Personnel-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Joanne Reece from Dir. Capital Planning to Assistant Vice President of Facilities |
6/18/98 |
10 |
| Personnel-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
David Lyle Barton-Transfer from Jerome County to Latah w/ increased Ag. Admin duties |
6/18/98 |
10 |
| Personnel-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
John E. Hammer from Professor To Interim Director of Academic Programs & Interim Associate Dean |
6/18/98 |
10 |
| Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Dr. Fox, seconded by Mr. Mosman, and carried to approve the Personnel/ Student Affairs Routine agenda items for the Office of the State Board of Education, Idaho Public Television, Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, State Division of Vocational Education, Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Eastern Idaho Technical College, Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and the University of Idaho. (Motion #21) |
6/18/98 |
10 |
| Non-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Dr. Fox said it was determined that only changes for administrative personnel are being brought through the Personnel Committee and that changes for faculty are being sent through the Operating Budget. It was felt that in order to give a more accurate view of who is receiving pay increases, all employee increases in excess of the 20 Percent/$15,000 guideline should be brought through the Personnel/Student Affairs Committee.
Mr. Satterlee advised that the first section of the new rule regarding new appointments, re-appointments, etc. applied to executive, administrative and managerial employees, but that another section of the rule does require all employee increases (except Classified) be brought to the Personnel Committee for approval.
Mr. Hess asked for information on how coaches are paid and rewarded based on the criteria and why we are not achieving higher graduation rates. Dr. Dillon agreed and said he would work with the presidents to get the information.
Mr. Hess was concerned about what appeared to be large salary increases for administrative people and felt the timing was not appropriate. Dr. Bowen said one of the problems is that in the past, salary increases for faculty were reported through the Operating Budget (Budget Book) and administrative salaries through the Personnel Committee. He said the two ISU employees who received increases reported in the newspaper are 55 or 56 on the list and most of those above them receiving large increases are faculty members. He also said that several of the increases at ISU were to address gender equity for women's basketball coaches.
There was discussion with the presidents on ways they were looking at to address salary equity. Mr. Eaton said, and Dr. McWilliam agreed, that the Board wanted to support the decisions of the presidents, but would need additional information prior to January. Ms. Meyer asked that CUPA, WICHE and any other relevant salary scales be included when the requests are brought to the Board.
It was moved by Dr. Fox, seconded by Ms.Meyer and carried to approve the Personnel/Student Affairs Non-routine agenda items for Boise State University, Eastern Idaho Technical College, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and the University of Idaho. (Motion #22) |
6/18/98 |
11 |
| Personnel- Executive Appointments |
Robert Hoover, President, UI $130,832.00
It was moved by Dr. Fox, seconded by Ms. Meyer and carried to approve re-appointments and salary increases as listed in Item 4(b), for the period of July 1, 1998 through June 30,1999. (Motion #24) |
6/18/09 |
12 |
| New Programs |
Approval request to initiate Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering - ISU/UI
This will become a joint program between the UI and ISU
It was moved by Ms. Meyer, seconded by Mr. Davis and carried to approve the request to initiate a Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering at the University of Idaho. (Motion #29) |
6/18/98 |
17 |
| Insurance-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Student accident insurance increased from 7.65 to 7.70 per semester. Optional medical from $378 per year to $380. Vision and dental being offered.
Employee medical/dental insurance $3296 per employee - %11.2 increase |
6/18/98 |
22 |
| Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded and carried to approve the Finance Committee Routine agenda items for Boise State University, Idaho State University, the University of Idaho, Lewis-Clark State College, the Office of the State Board of Education, the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, the State Division of Vocational Education, the Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Idaho Educational Public Broadcasting System, the Idaho State Historical Society and the Idaho State Library. (Motion #33) (Mr. Eaton abstained from voting.)
Clarifications to Consent Agenda:
5.10.2 Lease of Office Space for the University of Idaho Research Park at Post Falls.
The committee recommended approval based on assurance that the state will receive the investment back minus depreciation.
Dr. Fox asked if the spreadsheet showing outstanding bond indebtedness had being prepared. Mr. Hess said the information is being compiled and should be ready in a month or so. Dr. Fox asked that it be placed in the Board packets every month. |
6/18/98 |
22 |
| Easements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Granted to WWP for placement of pole on Sandpoint Research and Extension Ctr. |
6/18/98 |
22 |
| Building Names |
5.8.1 Naming of Agricultural Sciences Building
5.8.2 Naming of the 1974 Laboratory Addition to the Ag Sciences Building
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Dr. McWilliam and carried to name the Agricultural Sciences Building in honor of former Dean, Edward J. Iddings and to name the Laboratory Addition to the Agricultural Sciences Buildings in honor of former Dean, James A. Kraus. (Motion #34) |
6/18/98 |
24 |
| FY99 College and University Operating Budgets |
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Mr. Eaton and carried to approve the FY99 operating and capital budgets for the college and universities programs as exhibited. (Motion #37) |
6/18/98 |
24 |
FY2000 Budget Hearing
(Operating Budget) |
The Finance Committee met on July 27th to develop recommendations for institution and agency FY2000 budget requests.
Mr. Hess and Mr. Keith Hasselquist reviewed the budget request recommendations (see permanent exhibit). In reviewing performance indicators, Mr. Hess suggested that quantifiable information be included.
Mr. Hess said funding the requests would raise the base, but would also provide for more definitive accountability measures for future funding.
Mr. Davis questioned projected FY2000 revenue increases of 4.5 percent ( the budget requests were for increases of 13.15 percent). Mr. Hess said the committee discussed the figures and agreed with the percentages.
Dr. McWilliam suggested comparing higher education's share of the funds to the state's total budget. The declining share would give a more realistic picture. Mr. Hasselquist said last year's share was around 12 percent and going back to FY08, it was around 17 percent.
Dr. Dillon asked that there be a clear definition of incentive items which do not go into the base, as they will be reviewed separately in a year to determine their effectiveness. Mr. Hess felt the incentive funding accountability process would allow the Board to be a more effective advocate for higher education.
It was moved by Mr. Eaton and seconded by Dr. McWilliam to adopt the Finance Committee's FY2000 Budget Request recommendations. The motion was amended to include the revised performance measures and only the FY2000 Operating Budget. The amended motion carried. (Motion #11) |
8/20/98 |
8 |
| Contracts-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval of contracts of Paradise Creek Improvement. |
9/24/98 |
22 |
| Contracts and Agreements |
Dr. Hoover said that, per his conversation with Mr. Hess, more specific criteria will be identified with future contract submissions.
Dr. Hoover said the salary increase was to bring it more in line with salaries of other Big West coaches at comparable institutions.
Mr. Hess asked the universities to clearly define academic performance, percentage of wins or some more quantifiable incentive. The topic will be addressed by the Presidents Council and recommendations brought back to the Board.
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Ann Salary: $89,419
Effective Date: July 1,1998 - June 29,2001
Dept/Funding: Athletic Dept/FY/General Education Appropriated Funds
Addl Compensation: Merit Based Payment Up to $10,000 annually; Post-season Play Payment Up to 3/13 of annual base salary; One Courtesy Car (trade out).
It was moved by Dr. Fox, seconded by Ms. Meyer and carried to approve the July 1, 1998-June 29, 2001 contract for Football Coach Christopher Tormey. |
9/24/98 |
10-11 |
| Contracts and Agreements |
David Farrar- Head Men's Basketball Coach
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 Months
Proposed Ann Salary: $90,002.00
Effective Date: July 1,1998 - June 31,2003
Dept/Funding: Athletic Dept/FY/General Education Appropriated Funds
Additional Compensation: Merit Based Payment Up to 1/13 annual base salary; Deferred Compensation Plan valued at $10,000 for each year the contract is completed; Post Season Play Payment up to 2/13 annual base salary; One Courtesy Car (trade out).
Dr. Hoover advised there were two differences in this contract from what is in the others. 1)a five-year contract and 2) an annuity plan.
The UI has had considerable turnover in men's basketball coaches in the past years. It is felt that extending the contract to five years and providing an annuity incentive would help with retention. Dr. Hoover reviewed and, with Mr. Satterlee, responded to Board members' question regarding the annuity plan.
Dr. Dillon felt the Board should be aware that this is the first five-year contract brought to it and that the purchase of an annuity is a new way of addressing retention problems.
It was moved by Dr. Fox, seconded by Ms. Meyer and carried to approve the July 1, 1998 - March 31, 2003 Employment Agreement for David Farrar, Head Men's Basketball Coach. |
9/24/98 |
11 |
| Contracts and Agreements |
Hillary A.Recknor - Head Women's Basketball Coach
Dr. Hoover said the salary increase was to bring it more in line with salaries of other Big West coaches at comparable institutions.
Ms. Meyer asked for a review of Title IX implications. Dr. Hoover said there has been an interpretation by the Civil Rights Commission that coaches' salaries in similar sports have to be brought into alliance, but there are legal challenges and until there is a clear definition, no one is sure where they stand. The recommended salary for Ms. Recknor will put her approximately in the middle area, but the right measuring stick still has not been developed.
FTE/Term: 1.0/12 months
Proposed Ann Sal: $51,002
Effective Date: July 1, 1998 - June 29, 2001
Dept/Funding: Athletic Dept/FY/General Education Appropriated Funds
Additional Compensation: Merit-Based Payment Up to 1/13 annual base salary; Post-Season Play Payment up to 2/13 annual base salary; One Courtesy Car (trade out)
It was moved by Dr. Fox, seconded by Ms. Meyer and carried to approve the July 1, 1998 - June 29, 2001 Employment Agreement for Hillary A. Recknor, Head Women's Basketball Coach.( Motion #17) |
9/24/98 |
12 |
| Faculty/Staff Handbook Changes |
The University of Idaho requested changes to its Faculty-Staff Handbook, Section 1565, Section 3520 and Section 3560, which were approved by the UI General Faculty.
Dr. Dillon asked if statute required Board approval on Handbook changes. Mr. Satterlee said it was his opinion (shared by University counsel) that the policies of the University of Idaho only have force and effect if they are approved by the Board of Regents; therefore, it is only appropriate for the Board to approve major changes.
It was moved by Ms. Meyer, seconded by Mr. Davis and carried to approve the requested changes to the University of Idaho's Faculty-Staff Handbook as exhibited. (Motion #30) |
9/24/98 |
20 |
| Idaho-Washington Reciprocity Agreement |
The states of Idaho and Washington have for almost two decades signed a memorandum of agreement that provides increased access to educational opportunities for residents of each state. During the summer, the respective staffs work out the fiscal conditions of the agreement. The 1998-1999 Idaho-Washington Reciprocity Agreement(with a 19 percent increase in the total dollar amount waived) has been agreed on and has endorsement of the Presidents, Chief Fiscal Officers and Chief Academic Officers the four-year public institutions.
It was moved by Ms. Meyer, seconded by Mr. Davis and carried to approve the 1998-99 Idaho-Washington Reciprocity Agreement. (Motion #29) |
9/24/98 |
20 |
| Affiliation Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approved of WSU-UI joint management of KRFA. |
9/24/98 |
22 |
| Contracts- Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval of contracts for Paradise Creek Improvement. |
9/24/98 |
22 |
| Right-of-Way Grant |
Approval for VP to execute deed transferring land to city for hwy 95 improvements |
9/24/98 |
22 |
| Salary Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval of salary reduction for parking permits. |
9/24/98 |
22 |
| Lease Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval for VP to execute lease space for anthropology lab at 310 W. 3rd. Moscow |
9/24/98 |
22 |
| Carryover Funds from FY98-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval to spend carryover funds from FY98 |
9/24/98 |
22 |
| Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
University of Idaho, Item 5.10.3 was removed from the agenda and will be addressed at a later time.
After lengthy discussion, the committee concluded it would accept the carryover funds as presented.
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Dr. McWilliam and carried to approve the Finance Committee Routine agenda items for the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, the State Division of Vocational Education, Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and the University of Idaho, excluding UI Item 5.10.3 (Motion #31) |
9/24/98 |
22 |
| Architectural Boitechnology Project |
Expanding the project will enable construction of a 25,000 square feet building. In the event sufficient private fund pledges are not received, the university will cover the difference from the Strategic Allocation Investment Fund. Approval will increase the project cost by $2.5 M, to be funded from private gifts.
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Mr. Davis and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to increase the Agriculture Biotechnology project by $2,500,000 to total $14,750,000.(Motion#33) |
9/24/98 |
24 |
| Personnel-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approved new position-Asst. Dir for Business Operation |
11/19/98 |
6 |
| Personnel-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Randy Geller from Senior Assoc. U. Counsel to Acting U.Counsel |
11/19/98 |
6 |
|
Personnel-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Georgia Yuan-from 76,356.8 to $15,288. Leave without pay and 20% duties |
11/19/98 |
6 |
|
Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Dr. Fox, seconded by Mr. Boyd and carried to approve the Personnel/Student Affairs Routine agenda items for the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, Boise State University, Eastern Idaho Technical College, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and the University of Idaho with the following exception: (Motion#35)
1. Idaho State University-James W. Fox appointment. |
11/19/98 |
6 |
|
Master of Education in Education Technology |
It was moved by Ms. Meyer, seconded by Dr. McWilliam and carried to approve the Master of Education in Education Technology at the University of Idaho. (Motion #44) |
11/19/98 |
10 |
|
Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval to execute amendment to Moscow/Pullman Airport agreement adding UI as voting member. |
11/19/98 |
12 |
|
Renovations-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval to additional improvements to HVAC system at Caine Vet. Research Center |
11/19/98 |
12 |
|
Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Dr. McWilliam and carried to approve the Finance Committee Routine agenda items. (Motion #25) |
11/19/98 |
12 |
|
Purchase of the Elmwood Apt. Complex |
The University of Idaho requested approval for the vice president for finance and administration to negotiate and conclude the purchase of the Elmwood Apartment Complex on Elm Street in Moscow for use as student apartment house, and to borrow an amount not to exceed the purchase price of the property.
The UI will assume a debt obligation of an amount not to exceed the appraised caluation plus transition costs. The loan repayment, upkeep and maintenance will be funded through student rental revenues.
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Dr. McWilliam and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to purchase the Elmwood Apartment Complex and to borrow an amount not to exceed the purchase price of the property. (Motion #29)
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Dr. McWilliam and carried for the two tax exempt financing approvals given, the Board authorized the Board issuances for the Idaho State University Best Western purchase and the University of Idaho Elmwood Apartments purchase pursuant to Resolution forms submitted to the Secretary of the Board. (Motion #30). |
11/19/98 |
13-14 |
|
Non Resident Tuition Recommendations |
The Presidents' Council requested a freeze on nonresident tuition for the following two years, Fall 2000 and Fall 2001, be reviewed at the appropriate time with the intent of minimizing the increases.
Mr. Eaton supported the Presidents' recommendations with the understanding that there be an annual review to determine consequences. Mr. Hess agreed and said the Finance Committee approved of all the recommendations.
It was moved by Dr. McWilliam, seconded by Mr. Hess and carried to accept the Presidents' recommendations on nonresident tuition as indicated in Page 24 of the Finance committee agenda. (Motion #45) |
11/19/98 |
38 |
|
Nonresident Tuition Waivers- Fiscal Impact |
The Presidents' Council recommended a change in the Board's Fee Waiver policy to increase the number of nonresident tuition waivers for disadvantaged or deserving students from one percent to three percent of the institution's full-time equivalent enrollment. They also recommended that students receiving waivers be targeted for information technology programs, engineering and other programs with capacity.
Mr. Eaton asked the presidents to come back annually with a progress report. Mr. Davis asked that the reports include both the positive and the negative implications. The first report will be given in November, 1999.
It was moved by Mr. Davis, seconded by Ms. Meyer and carried that when dealing with disadvantaged or deserving students, increase the percentage from one percent to three percent of the institution's full-time equivalent; with the notation that this allows the presidents to target certain programs and students with nonresident waivers, if the need presents itself. (Motion #46) |
11/19/98 |
38 |
|
Personnel-Institution/ Agency Routine Agenda Items |
James M. Allred - From Director, Bus. & Accounting to Asst. Vice Pres. Financial Affairs and Dir., Business and Accounting |
1/25/99 |
6 |
|
Personnel-Institution/ Agency Routine Agenda Items |
Lloyd Scott-From Interim Dir., New Student Services to Director, New Student Services |
1/25/99 |
6 |
|
Personnel-Institution/ Agency Routine Agenda Items |
Kenneth Bayles-Market adjustment from $47,507.20 to $58,011.20 |
1/25/99 |
6 |
|
Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Dr. Dillon, seconded by Dr. Howard and carried to approve the Personnel/Student Affairs Committee routine agenda items for the Office of the State Board of Education, Idaho Public Television, the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind , Boise State University, Eastern Idaho Technical College, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and the University of Idaho. (Motion #29) |
1/25/99 |
6 |
|
Lease Agreements-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval for VP to execute lease space for anthropology lab at 310 W. 3rd., Moscow |
1/25/99 |
11 |
|
Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Dr. McWilliam and carried to approve the Finance Committee Routine agenda items for the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and the University of Idaho. (Motion #8) |
1/25/99 |
11 |
|
Agreement with Washington State University |
The National Collegiate Athletic Association has established attendance and seating requirements as a condition of granting Division I-A football team status to the UI. Those requirements cannot presently be met at the ASUI Kibbie Center. The proposed cooperative arrangement enables the UI to comply with the requirements while long-term strategies are being developed.
The agreement outlines the terms and conditions under which UI will play home games at Washington State University's (WSU) Martin Stadium and have use of other specified WSU support facilities for a period of five years beginning in Fall, 1999, with provision for termination by mutual agreement.
UI will pay WSU a negotiated fee per game for use of the of the stadium and will reimburse WSU for operating expenses as provided in the agreement. All costs will be paid from athletic program revenues. Mr. Hess said the fee per game would vary, but would not exceed $25,000.
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Ms. Meyer and carried to approve the University of Idaho's license agreement with Washington State University for use of Martin Stadium, and authorize the Vice President of Finance and Administration to execute the agreement. (Motion #11). |
1/25/99 |
12 |
|
Issuance of Bonds |
The UI requested authorization for Issuance of Bonds for the following:
- Approximately $20,165,000 in tax-exempt revenue bonds to finance construction of the Student Recreation Center.
- Approximately $1,490,000 in tax-exempt revenue bonds to redeem the prior debt for the Elmwood Apartments.
- Increase the Student Recreation Center Fee to $82 per semester, as endorsed by a student referendum, approved by the President, to be assessed beginning Fall 2001, concurrent with the occupancy of the facility.
- Proceed with the Student Recreation Center Project. Approval of this project includes approval to enter into contracts with architects, engineers, and construction contractors, as necessary, to accomplish the project.
Mr. Hess said the requests were in the master plan and had committee approval.
Mr. Davis asked if debt service could be shown as a line entry. Mr. Hess replied that they are working on a format which would show student fees attributed for debt service for capital improvements and to quantify what they go for and the amounts. He felt they would be able to provide that type of information at a later meeting.
Mr. Eaton said they just finished preparing a chart which shows Present Fund Indebtedness and the Source of Funding. Board members will be sent a copy.
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Mr. Boyd and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to find the projects to be necessary for the proper operation of the institution and economically feasible; and to approve the Series 1999 Bond Resolution (Recreation Center Project), to approve the Series 1999A Bond Resolution (Elmwood), to ratify the Student Recreation Center Fee beginning Fall 2001, and authorization to proceed with the Student Recreation Center Project. (Motion #12) Mr. Eaton abstained. |
1/25/99 |
12-13 |
|
Re-Roof Art & Architecture East Building |
The UI requested approval to re-roof the Art and Architecture East Building, using available funds from the SBOE Project Contingency Reserve Account. Approval includes approval to enter into contracts with architects, engineers and construction contractors, as necessary, to accomplish the project beginning this fiscal year.
The project will include re-roofing the south portion of the building with a metal roof and developing a gable roof over the north half to match the south portion. Design will be completed during Spring 1999 with work scheduled to begin in May 1999. A Form B and Request for Emergency Funding from the SBOE Project Contingency Reserve has been forwarded to the Board office.
Estimated cost of the project, including architectural/engineering fees, reimbursables and contingency, is $155,000 which was requested from the SBOE Project Contingency Reserve. The property was acquired in 1995 and it was not known at the time that the repairs would be needed.
Mr. Hess said the committee asked the staff to develop a policy on how to deal with unexpended, Surplus Maintenance and Operation funds, etc. When written, it will be brought to the Board.
Dr. Dillon asked that each institution prepare reports on their maintenance policy, i.e. how it is funded and the status. Mr. Hasselquist said there was a guideline which asked that each institution's budget have a maintenance amount of 1.5 percent of the replacement value to cover routine maintenance and 1.5 percent to cover larger projects, which go through the Division of Public Works.
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Mr. Eaton and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to re-roof the Art and Architecture East Building and approval of the request to use the Board's contingency fund for the project. (Motion #13) |
1/25/99 |
13-14 |
|
Personnel-Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Approval of Larry Branen form Director, Institutional Planning and Budget to Director, IPB and Interim Dean, College of Ag. |
3/18/99 |
9 |
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Approval of Routine Institution/Agency Agenda Items |
Dr. Howard advised that the UI item listed for Dr. Larry Branen was discussed by the committee. Dr. Dillon said the concern with Dr. Branen's change was not due to the amount of salary , but its late submission to the Board. He said he appreciated Dr. Hoover taking responsibility for the error.
Dr. Dillon said they did not want to approve the request without some comment regarding the need to adhere to Board policy.
Mr. Eaton felt that while policy needed to be followed other items such as the LCSC athletic contracts were not brought forth in a timely manner and no statements were being made regarding their actions. He felt the point was made and the statement did not need to be included in the permanent record. Dr. Dillon said the intent was not to single out Dr. Hoover, but to reaffirm policy.
Mr. Boyd recalled that other items such as bus route change requests have come to the Board past the deadline and been approved without additional comments. He agreed with Mr. Eaton and felt that everyone in the room now understands they should be more careful.
It was moved by Dr. Howard and seconded to approve the Personnel/Student Affairs routine agenda items for Boise State University and the University of Idaho with the statement:"The committee believes the Board should approve the appointment of Dr. Branen as proposed by the UI as an exception to the Board's interim position policy, and that such approval is retroactive to November 8,1998; provided, however , that in approving this appointment, the Board recognizes that this situation results from a failure of the University of Idaho and Dr. Hoover to properly follow the Board's personnel policies; and provided further that it is only due to extraordinary circumstances and to the fact that the employee involved should not be penalized for the consequences of this mistake that the Board grants this approval. By the motion, the Board makes it clear that in the future failures to follow its policies will not be tolerate". The motion was amended by Mr. Eaton and Mr. Boyd to approve the items as listed without comment. The amended motion did not carry. (Motion #30)
Mr. Eaton said he would vote in favor of the original motion, but hoped it didn't mean that the Board will not accept exceptions because there are exceptions and the Board needs to be cognizant of the fact that everyone makes mistakes.
It was moved by Dr. Howard and seconded by Mr. Davis to approve the Personnel/Student Affairs Committee Non-routine agenda items with the following statement: " The Board approves the interim appointment of Larry Branen as proposed by the University of Idaho as an exception to the Board's interim position policy and that such approval is retroactive to November 8, 1998;provided, however, that in approving this appointment, the Board recognizes that this situation results from extraordinary circumstances and the fact that the employee involved should not be penalized for the consequences of this mistake." The motion was amended to include all Non-routine items. The amended motion was carried.(Motion #31) |
3/18/99 |
9-10 |
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New Program: UI Center for Secure and Dependable Software |
The UI requested authorization to establish a Center for Secure and Dependable Software. The Center's efforts are focused on the development of secure and dependable systems which have national and international significance.
Dr. Dodson asked the Board for clarification on what types of programs/changes it would like to see, what it wants to delegate to the staff and how it defines program and college. He said Mr. Davis instructed the CAAP to come back to the committee in April or June with clarification language for the policy and recommendations.
It was moved by Mr. Davis, seconded by Mr. Boyd and carried to approve the establishment of a Center for Secure and Dependable Software at the University of Idaho. (Motion #23) |
3/18/99 |
14 |
|
Lease Agreements-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval to amend and extend M-K Plaza lease. |
3/18/99 |
16 |
|
Property-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval for land acquisition of 4 acres plus bldgs and personal property form US Dept of Interior to UI Aquaculture Center-Hagerman. |
3/18/99 |
16 |
|
License Agreement |
Approval to amend SCT agreement for UI to serve as test site for Campus Pipeline. |
3/18/99 |
16 |
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Approval of Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
University of Idaho's Item 4.10.2 - Campus Pipeline. Mr. Eaton read the following excerpt from the agenda: "The University also agrees to allow sponsors and commerce partners of SCT to place sponsorship information on, and transact electronic commerce through, the Campus Pipeline Software. The University maintains the right, under certain circumstances, to disallow certain sponsors." He said the committee discussed the wording and asked that the minutes reflect the fact that they were approving this limited issue and that the committee is asking for assistance in developing a policy on on-campus advertising. Mr. Eaton said currently there is advertising and commercial enterprises at the student union buildings and now the issue of advertising and commercial productions through the Internet and other campus areas needs to be addressed. He felt there should be a comprehensive review and a policy developed that would allow for commercial enterprise on campus, but not so that the commercial enterprise becomes the campus. He said they would come back at an unspecified later date with recommendations for the development of a policy.
It was moved by Mr. Hess, seconded by Dr. Howard and carried to approve the Finance Committee Routine agenda items for the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, Boise State University, Lewis-Clark State College and the University of Idaho. (Motion #11) |
3/18/99 |
16 |
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New Academic Program-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
It was moved by Mr. Boyd and carried to approve the establishment of a Master of Science in Landscape and Architecture at the University of Idaho. |
4/15/99 |
9 |
|
Agreements-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Authorization for VP/Finance & Admin to extend and amend agreement with White Pine Seed Orchard Group-Approved. |
4/15/99 |
10 |
|
Property-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval for transfer of 17.5 acres north of Moscow from UIF to UI. |
4/15/99 |
10 |
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Approval of Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
It was moved by Mr. Hess and carried to approve the Finance Committee Routine agenda items for he Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and the University of Idaho. (Motion #32) |
4/15/99 |
10 |
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Kibbie Center East End Renovation Planning |
Mr. Hess said the request would not involve additional student fee increases nor would it come out of appropriated funds.
It was moved by Mr. Hess and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to select and retain architects, engineers and other consultants, paid with donated funds, to prepare planning and design documents for renovation of and addition to the east end of the ASUI Kibbie Activity Center. (Motion #38) |
4/15/99 |
11 |
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Naming of College of Law Distance Learning Room |
It was moved by Mr. Hess and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to name the College of Law Distance Learning Room in honor of Dennis E. and Jacqueline R. Wheeler. (Motion #39) |
4/15/99 |
12 |
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Acceptance of Land Ownership Transfer at UI Research Park |
It was moved by Mr. Hess and carried to approve the University of Idaho's request to accept a transfer of ownership of approximately four acres of land from the University of Idaho Foundation for development of the first facility in the University of Idaho Research Park at Post Falls. (Motion #40) |
4/15/99 |
12 |
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IF Student Union Building Ground Lease and Access Utility |
It was moved by Mr. Hess and carried to approve Idaho State University and the University of Idaho's request to execute a lease with the University of Idaho Foundation, Inc. for undeveloped land at University Place in Idaho Falls for the siting and construction of a student union building. Authorization is given for the Vice Presidents to enter into an agreement with the University of Idaho Foundation covering access to the site, utilities, parking and the use of common areas. (Motion #41) |
4/15/99 |
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FY2000 Student Fees and Tuition Rates |
Mr. Hess said the committee did not discuss the topic as it felt this was an area for full Board participation.
Mr. Hess said more and more education costs are being paid by the students and, unless the legislature increases are at a much lower percentage than the increases for residents.
Dr. Ruch offered comments in support of the presidents' fee recommendations:
- Board guidelines have been followed.
- Public input has been solicited.
- Idaho fees are low compared to other WICHE states.
- The institutions have worked hard to expend financial aid to students.
Mr. Mahmood Sheikh, ASUI said many students at the UI were concerned about the increases. He then distributed information on the CPI+2 guideline.
Mr. Davis asked if there was a legal or moral commitment to adhere to the CPI+2 guideline. Mr. Satterlee said the Board was not legally bound to adhere to the CPI+2 guideline and the Board can set fees as it sees fit. Mr. Davis advised the current increases (not to exceed 10 percent)were developed based on need as well as student involvement.
Mr. Boyd said it is generally felt by legislators that higher education has an outlet in that they are able to charge student fees. He felt the Board needed to convince the legislature of the need to increase higher education appropriations.
Mr. Eaton said the aggregate increase across the state amounted to 7 percent, but he was concerned about student debt and planned to prepare a report to take to the legislature so they can take it into account when making higher education appropriations. He asked the Board to ask Dr. Fitch to identify the issues related to student debt and student debt increase and develop a white paper for the Board to review by the next meeting.
Mr. Eaton was concerned about fees for athletics and the consequences of waivers. He said he would follow up on those topics and suggested other Board members with discomfort with line items do the same.
It was moved by Mr. Eaton, seconded by Dr. Howard and carried to approve the fees for FY2000 for Boise State University, Idaho State University, the University of Idaho, Lewis-Clark State College and Eastern Idaho Technical College as shown in Item 7c-g of the Finance Committee agenda. Mr. Hess voted Nay. (Motion #45) |
4/15/99 |
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Personnel Appointments |
It was moved by Mr. Eaton and seconded and carried to approve the reappointment of Dr. Robert Hoover as President of the UI (effective July 1, 1999 through June 30, 2000) at a State Salary of $145,915.20 |
5/12/99 |
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Personnel Appointments |
David Thompson Appointment-
Mr. Eaton said the contract and salary was for 11 months, and if it were for 12 months, the salary would be approximately $164,000, which is more than what is paid to the president. The committee discussed the situation and was advised that this is not the first time in Idaho that this has occurred. Mr. Eaton felt it was worth noting that the salary takes Idaho to a new level and it is inevitable that others will be paid like amounts. |
6/17/99 |
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Extension of Multi-Year Contracts with Amendments |
Christopher J. Tormey, Head Football Coach
It was moved by Mr. Eaton and carried (8-0) to approve the proposed second amendment to the multi-year contract for Christopher J. Tormey, Head Football Coach, University of Idaho. (Motion #22)
Dr. Dillon said the 1A figures for coaches salaries are: the base only (1997 figures) runs from $74,940-$388,000, with the average making $142,000; the median figure is $137,000. The total package runs from $93,000-$975,000; with the average salary #318,000; and a median of $268,000.
Mr. Eaton said the discussion regarding marketplace centers on demand and does not take into account supply, i.e. what is the revenue supply in our market? He felt that revenue source should be included in the discussion, and that while there may be a national demand, the supply is state funds.
Mr. Eaton said the committee asked the institutions to fulfill the part of the agreements relating to academic performance of the students. He said he was assured that it is a part of the evaluation process. |
6/17/99 |
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Extension of Multi-Year Contracts with Amendments |
David Farrar, Head Men's Basketball Coach
It was moved by Mr. Eaton and carried (8-0) to approve the proposed amendment to the multi-year contract for C. Davis Farrar, Head Men's Basketball Coach, University of Idaho. (Motion #23) |
6/17/99 |
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UI President's Supplemental Compensation |
It was moved by Mr. Eaton, seconded by Mr. Hammond and carried (7-1) to accept the concept in principle that has been proposed to us; that we ask our staff to work with the Foundation and others, as necessary, in order to formalize the arrangement; that the attorneys be involved in the writing of that contract and that the documents be sent to us in draft form as soon as possible so that we can take action at our August meeting.
*More information on this agenda item on pages 9-11 |
6/17/99 |
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Construction Projects-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval for planning design, and construction of a separate facility for the College of Business and Economics |
6/17/99 |
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Lease Agreements-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval for VP/Finance & Administration to execute Boise space for Architectural Study Program. |
6/17/99 |
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Lease Agreements-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval for VP/Finance & Administration to execute a one year lease for additional space at M-K Plaza for Engineering Program. |
6/17/99 |
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Lease Agreements-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval for VP/Finance & Administration to renew lease of McCall land and buildings for Forestry Summer Camp. |
6/17/99 |
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Lease Agreements-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval for VP/Finance & Administration to execute a 3 year lease of land owned by Ted Burrage, Moscow, for Dept. of Art and UI Storage |
6/17/99 |
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Lease Agreements-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval for VP/Finance & Administration to execute lease with Indian Hills Trading Co. for 60 acres in NW Moscow. |
6/17/99 |
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Property-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval for VP/Finance and Administration to execute documents for land transfer at Sandpoint R&E for road widening. |
6/17/99 |
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License Agreement-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval to execute Academic License Agreement with Novell for software. |
6/17/99 |
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Contracts and Agreements-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval to contract with Sawtooth Communications to televise UI sporting events for four years beginning 1999. |
6/17/99 |
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Property-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval for VP/Finance & Administration to execute documents for acquisition of land adjacent to South Moscow Couplet |
6/17/99 |
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Property-Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
Approval of land transfer .08 acres adjacent to Arboretum from UIF to UI |
6/17/99 |
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Approval of Routine Agency/Institution Agenda Items |
It was moved by Mr. Hess and carried (8-0) to approve the Finance Committee Routine agenda items for the Office of the State Board of Education, the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind, the State Division of Vocational Education, the Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Idaho Educational Public Broadcasting System, the Idaho State Historical Society, the Idaho State Library, Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and the University of Idaho. (Motion #40) |
6/17/99 |
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Financing Package in support of the FY00 Institutional Capital Plan |
The UI requested authority to issue bonds to fund components of their Capital Budget Plan consistently with their Strategic Plan and Long-Range Campus Development Plan.
Mr. Hess said $3.3M of the bond would be used for reducing the debt, with the remaining money to be used for capital improvements.
Mr. Hess said this item initiated a discussion in committee about all of the capital projects bond fund indebtedness, etc. ehich precipitated the Board asking Deloitte & Touche to prepare an overview, summary spreadsheet of the universities' income and outgo, and the potential downside if student enrollment declines. He said that the motion included a request for approval of whatever portion of the 600 hours is necessary to bring the report to the committee in approximately six months.
It was moved by Mr. Hess to authorize the University of Idaho to fund components of the University of Idaho's FY00 Capital Budget Plan consistent with the University's Strategic Plan and Long-Range Campus Development Plan. A roll call vote was taken:The motion carried.(Motion #41) |
6/17/99 |
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Outreach-Acquisition of Ida-Ore Facility and Land, Caldwell, Idaho |
In order to increase its ability to support the state's agricultural industry, the University of Idaho requested approval to acquire ownership and assume operation of a small business incubator and specialty food processing facility owned by Ida-Ore, Inc. in Caldwell. (NOTE: Ida-Ore, Inc. is a council of governments formed for economic development.) |
6/17/99 |
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Faculty Staff Handbook Changes |
It was moved by Mr. Eaton and carried (7-0) to approve the request for changes in the University of Idaho Faculty-Staff Handbook. (Motion #30) |
9/23/99 |
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Bechtel Transition Team |
Mr. Hess asked if the individuals at the UI who are receiving pay increases due to their work with the Bechtel Transition Team would go back to their regular salaries when those duties are completed. Mr. Eaton said the intent is for them to go back to their regular salaries. Dr. Brian Pitcher said the salary adjustments are temporary and when the employee's work on the transition ends, they will go back to their regular institution salary with any possible cost-of-living adjustments. Dr. Pitcher said the pay increases will be paid throughout contract funds by Bechtel.
Dr. Dillon was concerned about outside employment, paid by grants not coming to the Board. He felt the fact that the funds are non-appropriated needs to be made clear. |
9/23/99 |
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New Programs-B.S., Pl.Sc. in Horticulture |
This program was eliminated in 1993, but it has been found that there is now a need for it; therefore a request has been made for its reinstatement.
It was moved by Dr. Howard and carried (7-0) to approve the reinstatement of the B.S., Pl.Sc. in Horticulture at the UI. |
9/23/99 |
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Palouse Empire Mall Ground Lease |
It was moved by Mr. Hess and carried (7-0) to approve the request from the UI to execute a ground lease covering land commonly known as the Palouse Empire Mall with National Realty Finance L.C of Kansas City, Missouri, if the current ground lease with Palouse Empire Mall Associates is ever terminated or canceled due to a default which cannot, by its nature be cured by National Realty Finance L.C. |
9/23/99 |
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Financial |
Approval to spend carryover funds from FY99. |
9/23/99 |
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Miscellaneous |
The UI submitted a request to exempt records relating to donors or potential donors to a public institution of higher education or its related foundations from the Public Records Act. The Division of Financial Management asked that it be modified to only exempt individual donor records.
Mr. Boyd asked Dr. Brian Pitcher to address the Board and give the rationale behind the request. Dr. Pitcher said the request was a joint request of all of the institutions in that donors have concerns about their donation records being open to public access.
Mr. Eaton thought the request might be as a result of the concerns of anonymous donors, who don't want to be besieged with requests for contributions from other organizations. Dr. Pitcher said that was one of several reasons.
Dr. Richard Bowen said ISU agreed to help with the project because of the concerns of anonymous donors.
Mr. Boyd asked if federal law addressed the topic. Mr. Hammond said federal mainly dealt with federal taxes which are not public records. Dr. Fitsch said organizations with 501(c) status are governed by federal guidelines which allow anonymity for donors.
Mr. Kevin Satterlee said another aspect was that sometimes institution presidents would like to discuss what a donation will be used for with the Board. As the law is now, that discussion cannot take place during an Executive Session, but must take place in an Open Session. |
9/23/99 |
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UI Naming of College of Business & Economics Bldg |
It was moved by Mr. Hess and carried (7-0) to approve the request from the University of Idaho to name the College of Business Building in honor of J.A. Albertson. (Motion #20) |
10/21/99 |
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UI Presidential Compensation |
The board discussed a proposed compensation package for President Robert Hoover. Mr. Davis asked Dr. Hoover and the UI Foundation to be aware that although the Board has questions, the Board continues to have high regard for Dr. Hoover and the other presidents. The questions are meant to ensure fairness for all concerned.
It was moved by Mr. Eaton, seconded by Ms. McGee and carried(7-1) to approve the documents submitted, subject to final review by the Board's attorney. (Motion #37) |
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UI Personnel Change |
Dr. Hoover reported Dr. Jeanne Shreeve has left her position as Vice President for Research and on January 1 will return to the laboratory. A request will be coming to the Board for a special request concerning an appointment they would like to establish at UI. |
11/18/99 |
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Banking Services, ATM & Purchasing Card Program |
It was moved by Mr. Hess and carried (7-0) to approve the request from the University of Idaho to execute agreements with financial institutions for the provision of banking services. (Motion #9) |
11/18/99 |
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Financing Package in support of the FY00 Institutional Capital Plan |
The committee asked the institutions to prepare, in consultation with Deloitte & Touche, a spreadsheet showing all revenues, expenditures and bond indebtedness; included will be software that will allow members to play out various "what if" scenarios.
It was moved by Mr. Hess to approve a supplemental resolution of the Regents of the University of Idaho authorizing the issuance and sale of Student Fee Revenue Bonds, Series 1993 and an issuance and sale of Student Fee Revenue Bonds, Series 1999D. A roll call vote was taken.
AYES: Ms. McGee, Mr. Hammond, Dr. Dillon, Dr. Howard, Mr. Hess, Mr. Boyd, Mr. Davis
NAYS: none
ABSTAIN: none
ABSENT: Mr. Eaton
The motion carried. (Motion #10) |
11/18/99 |
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Naming of Spaces in the Idaho Commons |
Mr. Satterlee said the Board had the authority to delegate to the presidents the authority to name rooms and spaces; however, they are bound by Board criteria. Mr. Hess suggested a policy change be made that would delegate the authority to name rooms and spaces to all of the presidents. Dr. Dillon agreed and felt the overall policy should be reviewed.
It was moved by Mr. Hess and carried (7-0) to approve the request from the University of Idaho for naming rooms and spaces in the Idaho Commons as proposed in the exhibit, and to delegate authority to the President of the University of Idaho the authority to approve the naming of various additional rooms and spaces in the Idaho Commons in recognition of gifts. (Motion #12) |
11/18/99 |
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Expansion of UI Boise Center Lease at MK Plaza |
It was moved by Mr. Hess and carried (7-0) to approve the request from the University of Idaho to authorize the Vice President of Finance and Administration to negotiate and execute a lease with American Resurgens for additional space in the M-K Plaza IV in Boise. (Motion #13) |
11/18/99 |
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Annual Financial Audit by Deloitte & Touche |
Mr. Larry Bird of Deloitte & Touche appeared before the Board and responded to questions from members.
Mr. Boyd asked Dr. Ruch if, considering the work going on in Canyon County, BSU expects its bond indebtedness to increase. Dr. Ruch responded that the current plan is not to fund construction on that campus through bonds, but to use a combination of private and state dollars to build the first building. A proposal for construction of a second building will be sent to the federal government.
It was moved by Mr. Hess and carried (7-0) to accept the FY99 financial audit reports for the University of Idaho, Boise State University, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State College and Eastern Idaho Technical College as presented by Deloitte & Touche. (Motion #14)
Mr. Davis asked Mr. Bird about the status of the 600 hour bank. Mr. Bird said he would be preparing a report for Mr. Hasselquist that would include how many hours were used and how they were used, and what, if any, would be carried over to 2000. |
11/18/99 |
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University of Idaho- Athletic Conference Report |
Dr. Hoover gave an overview on the discussions regarding UI conference affiliation. He said that just when the UI football team gained its full Division 1A membership, the Big West Conference lost all but two of its football-playing members. Therefore, as of July 1, 2001, they will no longer meet Division 1A football criteria for having six football-playing members in the league.
In recent weeks, the University of Idaho and Utah State University have received invitations to join the Sun Belt Conference for football only; all other sports will stay in the Big West. In response to the invitation, the UI requested more time to consider the invitation. While at that time the Sun Belt officials could not consider giving the UI more time they said they would discuss the UI's membership in the near future.
The UI has two choices: the Sun Belt or independent status. The evaluation of the options, based on which would best serve the UI's long term interests, the ability to schedule games, bowl games and recruitment of athletics led to conclusion that it is necessary for the UI to consider the Sun Bowl. The UI will continue to play regional games with institutions such as Boise State University.
Dr. Hoover said the UI is prepared to pursue an affiliate relationship in football as a football-playing member of the Sun Belt Conference in the short-term and asked for Board approval to accept an invitation if it is made in the near future.
It was moved by Mr. Hammond and seconded by Ms.McGee to allow the University of Idaho to accept the invitation to join the Sun Belt Conference for football, beginning with the 2001 season. The motion was amended to include to stipulations:
- For three years, a fiscal reort compared with the projected income will be brought to the Board.
- There will be a home-and-home schedule with Boise State University.
The amended motion carried (6-0-1) (Mr. Hess abstained) (Motion #46) |
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