Approved
NORTHERN
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Minutes of the Regular Session
of
A regular session of the Board of Trustees of Northern
Michigan University was held on Thursday and Friday, December 14-15, 2006,
in the
Trustees present included:
Karl A. Weber, Chair Brian D. Cloyd Mary C. Lukens
Alan T. Ackerman (via conference call) Larry C. Inman Douglas B. Roberts
Samuel S. Benedict Jon G. LaSalle Leslie E. Wong, ex officio
Senior staff present included:
Pamalene R. Grundstrom, Executive Assistant to the President and Secretary of the Board
R. Gavin Leach, Associate V.P. for Finance and Planning
Catherine Dehlin, University General Counsel
CLOSED SESSION AUTHORIZATION
President Wong presented the following recommendation:
It is recommended that the following resolution relative to holding a closed session of the Board of Trustees of Northern Michigan University be approved:
RESOLVED, that the Board shall meet in Closed Session at 3:05 p.m. on December 14, 2006, pursuant to Section 8 of the Open Meetings Act:
To consider matters connected with the strategy and/or negotiation of its collective bargaining agreements;
To consider the purchase or lease of real property on which the University does not hold an option;
To consult with the attorney for the University on matters relating to pending litigation, it being the opinion of the Board that consideration of such matters in an open meeting would have a detrimental financial effect on the litigation and/or settlement position of the University;
To consider material exempt from discussion or disclosure by state or federal statute.
Aye Nay
Mr. Ackerman
Mr. Benedict
Mr. Cloyd
Mr. Inman
Mr. LaSalle
Ms. Lukens
Dr. Roberts
Mr. Weber
None
The resolution was thus approved unanimously.
Chair Weber recessed the meeting at 3:02 p.m.
RECONVENE
Chair Weber reconvened the meeting on Friday, December 15, 2006, at 1:03 p.m. in the Board of Trustees Meeting Room, 602 Cohodas.
Trustees present included:
Karl A. Weber, Chair Brian D. Cloyd Mary C. Lukens
Alan T. Ackerman (via conf call at 1:35pm) Larry C. Inman Douglas B. Roberts
Samuel S. Benedict Jon G. LaSalle Leslie E. Wong, ex officio
Senior staff and counsel present included:
Michael J. Roy, V.P. for Finance and Administration and Treasurer of the Board
Pamalene R. Grundstrom, Executive Assistant to the President and Secretary of the Board
Catherine Dehlin, University General Counsel
INDIVIDUAL REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
Chair Weber said that Trustee Emeritus Gil Ziegler has requested the opportunity to make a presentation which will be scheduled during the May 2007 Board meeting.
INTRODUCTION OF GRADUATING SENIOR SPEAKING AT MIDYEAR COMMENCEMENT
Associate Provost for Student Services and Enrollment William Bernard introduced Mr. Jeremy D. Brown from Hopkins, Michigan, who will represent the graduating class at Commencement ceremonies tomorrow. He is graduating with a major in history and a minor in speech communication. On behalf of the Board, Chair Weber congratulated Mr. Brown and presented him with a plaque. A photo was taken.
ASNMU REPORT
Mr. Erik Maillard, ASNMU President, reported on the activities of the student government. (Addendum #1).
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
President Wong presented his report, with a focus on a
recent trip to
SPECIAL RECOGNITION
The Board presented a resolution to NMU First Lady Phyllis Wong, in appreciation for her service. Chair Weber presented Mrs. Wong with a bouquet of roses and a photo was taken.
The Board took action on the resolution as follows:
It was moved by Ms. Lukens, seconded by Mr. Benedict, and supported unanimously by the Board to adopt the following resolution in appreciation of the work of NMU First Lady Phyllis Wong:
R E S O L U T I O N
from the
Northern Michigan University
Board of Trustees
to
Phyllis M. Wong
Whereas, Phyllis M. Wong has served as First Lady of Northern Michigan University since July 1 2004; and
Whereas, she has made significant and positive contributions through many hours spent augmenting the good will of the University and generally supporting its mission; and
Whereas, she has reached out to students, faculty and staff, alumni and friends, the community, and the Board of Trustees with genuine friendship and an open heart; and
Whereas, she has become an important member of the Northern Michigan University family and a welcome addition to the Upper Peninsula community; therefore be it
Resolved, that we, the members of the Board of Trustees, commend Mrs. Wong for her significant contributions to Northern Michigan University and acknowledge her important role in support of the University.
Adopted this 15th day of December 2006, at Marquette, Michigan.
Ms. Lukens reported on the Academic Affairs Committee meeting held this morning (Addendum #3).
Dr. Roberts reported on the Finance Committee meeting held this morning (Addendum #4).
Executive
Mr. Benedict reported on the Executive Committee meeting held yesterday (Addendum #5). Discussion followed. In response to recommendations from the Executive Committee, the Board took the following actions:
It was moved by Mr. Inman, seconded by Ms. Lukens, and supported unanimously by the Board to authorize expenditure of up to $200,000 for Phase 1 architectural, mechanical and electrical renovations at Kaye House, the President's Residence.
It was noted that Kaye House has not been seriously updated for 25 years.
It was moved by Mr. LaSalle, seconded by Mr. Cloyd, and supported unanimously by the Board to accept the 2006-2007 Presidential Goals focusing on 1) Curriculum for the 21st Century; 2) Enrollment increases; 3) Strategy to address anticipated state funding issues; and 4) Fundraising.
It was noted that the Presidential Goals are over and above the expected performance level and are intended to be a challenge to meet, i.e. stretch objectives.
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARD STANDING COMMITTEES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2007
Chair-elect Lukens announced that the recommended 2007 NMU Board of Trustees Standing Committee Appointments are included the formals (Formal Recommendation F-1). The appointments are as follows:
2007 NMU BOARD OF TRUSTEES STANDING COMMITTEES
Academic Affairs Finance Executive
Jon G. LaSalle, Chair Douglas B. Roberts, Chair Samuel S. Benedict, Chair
Brian D. Cloyd Alan T. Ackerman Brian D. Cloyd
Larry C. Inman Samuel S. Benedict Douglas B. Roberts
Karl A. Weber Larry C. Inman Mary C. Lukens, ex officio
Mary C. Lukens, ex officio Mary C. Lukens, ex officio Leslie E. Wong, ex officio
Leslie E. Wong, ex officio Leslie E. Wong, ex officio Karl A. Weber, alternate
Chair-elect Lukens also announced her ex officio appointments to the NMU Foundation Board of Trustees for calendar year 2007. They are: Brian D. Cloyd and Jon G. LaSalle.
PRESENTATIONS TO RETIRING TRUSTEES
Chair-elect Lukens made presentations to retiring trustees
Karl Weber and Larry Inman on behalf of the Board acknowledging their service
to
The Board took the following action regarding the Formal Recommendations: (Backup)
It was moved by Ms. Lukens, seconded by Mr. Cloyd, and unanimously supported by the Board of Trustees to approve the Formal Recommendations.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION TO BE HELD IN CONNECTION WITH THE THURSDAY-FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22-23, 2007, MEETING OF THE BOARD
President Wong made this announcement for the public record.
OTHER BUSINESS
President Wong announced that the estate of Trustee Emeritus James Malsack included a bequest to NMU of $100,000 to endow a scholarship. Mr. Malsack served on the Board from July 1977 until April 1989.
RECESS
Chair Weber recessed the meeting for a break at 2:15 p.m.
RECONVENE
Chair Weber reconvened the meeting at 2:33 p.m.
FOCUS DISCUSSION (Addendum #6)
Legislative Update: NMU Lobbyist David Haynes gave a legislative update. He responded to questions and comments from Trustees.
Proposal 2 Update: NMU General Counsel Cathy Dehlin gave an update on Proposal 2. She responded to questions and comments from Trustees.
Financial Aid Models: Mr. Bill Bernard, Associate VP for Institutional Research Paul Duby, Financial Aid Director Mike Rotundo – assisted by Admissions Director Gerri Daniels, Mr. Gavin Leach, Communications Director Cindy Paavola, and Dr. Mike Roy – reported on NMU's financial aid model and how financial aid assists in student recruitment and retention. They responded to questions and comments from Trustees.
Chair Weber adjourned the meeting at 3:48 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Pamalene R. Grundstrom
Secretary of the Board