The meeting was called to order by Vice Chair Sue Richardson.

It was moved by Ms. Dennison, seconded by Mr. Modliszewski, to approve the minutes of the October 27, 2004 board meeting. Motion carried to approve minutes as written.

Budget - Dr. Riley informed the Board that it is still uncertain what Gov. Manchin will be doing regarding budget cuts to higher education. The current budget represents a reduction of approximately $300,000.

Compact - Dr. Riley informed the Board that revisions are still being made to the final Compact, per the request of the WV Council.

Marketing - Dr. Riley informed the board she had been working with the marketing consultant firm, Advantage Business Connection, to design a new logo, create ad templates and propose a marketing campaign for the College. A college wide meeting will be held on February 24, 2005 to unveil the new logo and marketing campaign.

Staffing Proposals - Dr. Riley explained to the Board that recent changes due to legislation, the separation of the College from Marshall University, and no enrollment growth for fall of 2004, there will be a change in the administration of our academic divisions. Currently these positions are held by nine month faculty members who are given reassigned time to perform administrative duties. Beginning in fall of 2005, these positions will be held by 12 month employees who hold the title of faculty administrators. The number of academic administrator positions to be changed depends on budget availability for the 2005-06 academic year. Dr. Riley further explained that these new positions will be advertised and current administrators and faculty can apply for the positions if they so desire. The College will also fill the current vacancy of Executive Director for Workforce Development.

Meeting College Constituents - Dr. Riley informed the Board that she has been meeting with the different divisions of the College in order to address morale issues, workload issues, etc. All of this information will be shared with the Strategic Planning Committee at a later date to help address the problems and concerns being voiced by faculty and staff.

Dr. Riley reviewed the information previously sent to the Board about the additional institutional-critical positions being requested. A discussion was held regarding classified and non-classified staff. A motion was made by Ms. Dennison, seconded by Ms. Richardson to approve the request for non-classified institutional-critical positions. Motion carried to approve request.

Dr. Riley reviewed the list of space agreements and agreements for services currently in place for the College. A brief discussion was held about potential locations for future classroom and office space. Dr. Riley expressed to Mr. Smith how accommodating the Cabell County Career and Technical Center has been regarding the space we currently share with them on several different programs.

Dr. Riley also discussed the new C.D.L. Training Program that begins March 1.

A motion was made by Mr. McDonald, seconded by Ms. Brooks to approve the request for lease of space and agreements for services. Motion carried to approve request.

a. Academic Policy - Mr. McDonald presented the Academic Policy Committee report in Mr. Vest’s absence. Mr. McDonald informed the Board that two programs are currently up for review: General Studies and Interior Design. The Academic Policy Committee met on February 15 and has presented these program reviews for approval by the Board. A brief discussion was held concerning the two programs and Mr. McDonald commended Dr. Scherer, Ms. Donathan and Ms. Perry for detailed manner In their documentation and presentation.

A motion was made by Ms. Ryder, seconded by Ms. Brooks to approve the program reviews for General Studies AA and Interior Design AAS. Motion carried to approve request.

b. Finance – Dr. Riley presented the Finance Committee report in Mr. Klim’s absence. A discussion was held regarding the Expense Allocation Contract and Statement of Budgeted Indirect Costs with Marshall University for time period of January 1 – June 30, 2005. Dr. Riley noted that the cost for building equipment and depreciation currently paid to the University has been reduced by $80,000. Dr. Riley announced that a Finance Committee meeting would immediately follow the Board meeting. A meeting between the Finance Committee and the Board of Governors Community College Committee will be held in the near future.

Dr. Riley informed the Board that the Marshall Community and Technical College Graduation will be held on May 6, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Don Morris Room of the MSC. A discussion was held concerning the College’s participation in the University’s ceremony which is held the following Saturday. Dr. Riley expressed to the Board that several members of the College’s faculty no longer want to participate in the University’s ceremony and our participation is not a requirement. It was suggested that attendance of the 2005 University graduation ceremony be monitored and a decision will be made at a later date concerning participation in the future.

Dr. Riley asked the Board for volunteers to serve on the Nominating Committee in order to prepare a slate of officers for the Board elections at the April 27, 2005 meeting. Mr. McDonald and Ms. Brooks volunteered to serve.

Dr. Riley announced that she will be viewing existing buildings and standards to share with the Strategic Planning Committee so that the College may proceed with planning for an off-campus facility. Currently, 4 million dollars in bonds are available.

Next meeting will be April 27, 2005

There being no further business, Ms. Brooks made a motion to adjourn the meeting and Ms. Richardson seconded it. The motion carried.

Respectfully submitted,

Jason Moses - Secretary